06/07/2026
𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬: 𝐏𝐒𝐔 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦
“𝐸𝑑𝑢𝑐𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑘𝑛𝑜𝑤𝑠 𝑛𝑜 𝑏𝑜𝑟𝑑𝑒𝑟𝑠. 𝐼𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑠 𝑤ℎ𝑒𝑛 𝑐𝑢𝑙𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒𝑠 𝑚𝑒𝑒𝑡, 𝑖𝑑𝑒𝑎𝑠 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑒𝑥𝑐ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑑, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠ℎ𝑖𝑝𝑠 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑏𝑢𝑖𝑙𝑡 𝑜𝑛 𝑎 𝑠ℎ𝑎𝑟𝑒𝑑 𝑣𝑖𝑠𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑜𝑓 𝑒𝑥𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒.”
Pangasinan State University Binmaley Campus once again affirmed its commitment to internationalization as the College of General and Teacher Education (CGTE) successfully hosted an International Visiting Lecturer Program featuring Dra. Isti Rokhyiah, M.A., Ph.D., a distinguished faculty member from the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training, Universitas Terbuka, Indonesia.
The event gathered university officials, faculty members, staff, and students in a meaningful academic exchange that celebrated not only scholarship but also the enduring friendship between the Philippines and Indonesia.
The program opened with inspiring messages from Dr. Joseph B. Campit, Campus Executive Director, and Engr. Rex B. Basuel, Program/Project Leader of the ASIN Center, who underscored the University’s continuing pursuit of international collaboration and innovative research. Engr. Basuel also shared the University’s SALT Initiative, highlighting research on the Philippine salt industry, Pangasinan’s vital role as the country’s leading salt-producing province, and the traditional and modern methods of salt production.
Adding a vibrant cultural dimension to the event, students performed the Filipino folk dance Balangbang, under the guidance of Mr. Alvin P. Cendaña, Culture and Arts Coordinator. The presentation showcased the resilience and industrious spirit of Filipino farmers, offering the visiting delegates a glimpse into the country’s rich cultural heritage.
The College also proudly presented its academic profile, featuring the Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Science program and the initiatives of the Educators Club, demonstrating its commitment to developing future educators through both academic excellence and leadership opportunities. Complementing this presentation was the inspiring testimony of Ms. Sherie Giray, who shared her transformative experience as a participant in the SEA Teacher Program in Indonesia, emphasizing how international exchange programs cultivate globally competent educators.
The highlight of the event was the insightful lecture delivered by Dra. Isti Rokhyiah, whose expertise provided fresh perspectives on teacher education and strengthened the academic dialogue between the two institutions. The succeeding Open Forum encouraged meaningful conversations among faculty members, students, and administrators, fostering the exchange of ideas and exploring future opportunities for collaboration.
The program concluded with the awarding of a Certificate and Token of Appreciation to the visiting lecturer, followed by a heartfelt Message of Gratitude from Dr. Richelle A. Junio, Dean of the College of General and Teacher Education.
More than a ceremonial visit, the International Visiting Lecturer Program exemplified Pangasinan State University’s unwavering commitment to global engagement, academic excellence, and meaningful international partnerships. As knowledge crossed borders and cultures connected through shared aspirations, the event reaffirmed that education remains a powerful bridge that unites institutions, empowers communities, and prepares future educators to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Indeed, this gathering was not merely about welcoming a distinguished guest. It was about opening doors to new possibilities, strengthening friendships across nations, and proving that when universities collaborate, learning becomes limitless.
