Three Golden Paddlers join ASEAN program in Malaysia

Three promising student-incubatees under the TARA-ATBI and Navigatu TBI (TBI Center) have been selected to represent Caraga State University in the prestigious ASEAN Student Mobility Program 2025. The program, which will be held from February 18 to February 26, 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, provides a platform for young innovators to engage in academic exchange, innovation challenges, and leadership development.

Mary Soliva and Rhea Bete from the College of Computing and Information Sciences (CCIS) and Juniel Rey Gigaquit from the College of Agriculture and Agri-Industries (CAA) will participate in two major events during the program: The Young Speaker Contest and the Future Innovator Challenge, both of which align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Dr. Glenn Art Garcia, Director of the Office of International and Globalization Engagement (OIGE), and Associate Professor Melbert C. Bonotan, Jr., TBI Center Director, provided guidance and support throughout the students’ preparation for this international competition.

As representatives of Caraga State University, Golden Paddlers Mary, Rhea, and Juniel’s participation is a testament to the institution’s strong support for student incubatees and its mission to develop world-class innovators.

We extend our sincere congratulations to our delegates and look forward to their contributions and achievements in this esteemed event. Bugsay! │ via ecorbeta/PICO