The University of Northern Philippines College of Teacher Education (UNP-CTE) has sent off 31 CTE students to various universities in Indonesia and Thailand as part of the SEA Teacher Program from November 15 to December 12, 2024.

They are from the different specializations in the College, namely: Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (BECEd), Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd), Bachelor of Special Needs Education (BSNEd), Bachelor of Physical Education (BPEd), and Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd), majors in English, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

They are heading to the following universities:

Universitas Muhammmadiyah Surakarta (UMS): Xyrelle B. Layugan (BSEd Science), Pauline Kyra Q. Ayson (BSEd Math), Princess Joy D. Viloria (BSEd English), and Dana Julia Ablog (BEEd)

Universitas Islam Kalimantan Muhammad Arsyad Al Banjari (UNISKA): Joshua Rainer O. Anipot (BSEd Science), Aldrin James S. Alvarez (BPEd), Novelyn Joy C. Barbosa (BSEd English), and Yesha Cassandra Y. Eroy (BSEd Social Studies)

Universitas Negeri Malang (UNM): Arianne Joy Z. Amorin (BSEd Science), Vincent Victor B. Bista (BPEd), and Charissa Mae R. Riagon (BSNEd)

Universitas Borneo Tarakan: Rose Ann Carbolledo (BPEd) and Richpearl Kaye A. Cajimat (BSEd English)

Universitas Pakuan (UNPAK): Krizza Mae R. Pomares (BSEd Science) and Nean Cherry Lou A. Ablog (BSEd English)

Universitas Negeri Surabaya: Kestner Mostoles (BSNEd), Angel Diane Advincula (BSNEd), Casey A. Marquez (BSEd Math), and Britney I. Ciriaco (BSEd English)

Universitas Mulawarman (UM): Via Arabella R. Rodrigo (BSEd Science) and Allison F. Taloza (BSEd Social Studies)

Chang Rai Rajabhat University: Eusebio Nelson O. Dameg Jr. (BSEd English), Jasmin Joy A. Vite (BPEd), and Julie Anne M. Delos Santos (BSEd English)

Lampang Rajabhat University: Nathaniel R. Tadios (BSEd Science), Riza Z. Retuta (BSEd English), and Jerrobless T. Dakiwas (BECEd)

Udon Thani Rajabhat University: Clyde Vergel S. Agsalog (BSEd Science), Mariane Hazel D. Palomares (BSEd English), Karen U. Ullero (BEEd), and Francis Jed R. Seguirre (BSEd Math)

These exceptional students were selected to participate in the 10th Batch SEA Teacher Student Exchange Program, organized by the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO).

Aligned with the SEA-Teacher project objectives, this initiative offers an invaluable opportunity for pre-service student teachers from Southeast Asian universities to gain practical teaching experiences in schools across the region. It aims to hone participants’ pedagogical skills, English language use, and the cultivation of a broader regional and global perspective.

These selected students from UNP-CTE will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the cultural diversity of Indonesia and Thailand, gaining invaluable teaching experience and expanding their horizons.

During their 28-day stay, they will actively engage in teaching, learning, and immersing themselves in the rich cultural fabric of Indonesia, thereby gaining practical experience that will significantly enhance their teaching skills and enable them to reach their full potential.

This is a joint endeavor of UNP administration headed by Dr. Erwin Cadorna, University President; the CTE led by Dr. Ma. Teresa Susan L. Manzano, college dean; and the International Linkages Office headed by Dr. Sally Jarin, officer-in-charge, and Dr. Edelyn A. Cadorna, assistant director.

Article by Jamelle Frances Realin, Anastacia Joven, and The Rabbi. Photo by Jnyx Noelle Tacas.