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On October 14, 2025, Foundation University welcomed a delegation from the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). This is part of the Lakbay Aral Tour, an initiative to boost the Creative Sectors in the Negros Island Region (NIR). 

Key representatives from the regional and provincial TESDA offices were present on campus, including Ms. Niña Connie G. Dodd, Interim Regional Director of the TESDA Negros Island Region; Ar. Andrew M. Peñalosa, Creative Consultant at the Office of the Director General; and Mr. Joel M. Villagracia, Provincial Director of TESDA Negros Oriental. 

Their presence reflects a strong and continuing partnership between the university and the national agency in advancing technical and vocational education across the region. University officials Dr. Charlotte V. Cariño, University Chancellor, Mrs. Richie B. Bungart, Director of the TechVoc Department, Ar. Vanessa Gaston, Architecture Program Head, and Mr. Jobert Kleine R. Koerkamp, Dean of the College of Agriculture welcomed the guests and presented an overview of Foundation University’s ongoing programs under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) framework. 

As one of the implementing institutions for TESDA-accredited courses, diploma programs, and assessment centers, the university has played a central role in providing students with practical, industry-relevant skills that complement their academic formation. The discussions that followed centered on strengthening this shared mandate, and identifying potential areas for collaboration.