Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) actively engages in international collaborations that promote the collection, analysis, and sharing of data related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The University recognizes that accurate and comparable data is vital for measuring progress, guiding policy decisions, and supporting collective global action toward sustainable development.

EVSU participates in conferences, networks, and capacity-building activities with international institutions and organizations that aim to strengthen data systems and develop frameworks for SDG measurement and reporting. Through these engagements, the University contributes to discussions on methodologies, indicators, and best practices for assessing higher education’s impact on the SDGs.

By collaborating with global and regional partners, EVSU enhances its institutional capacity for evidence-based planning and reinforces its commitment to transparency, accountability, and sustainability. These partnerships enable the University to align its initiatives with global standards, support national SDG monitoring efforts, and advance its role as an active contributor to the international sustainable development agenda.

EVSU Advances International Collaboration for SDG Data Gathering and Sustainability at the CBIE Conference

Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU), represented by its University President, Dr. Dennis C. de Paz, participated in the Commission on Higher Education (CHED)-led delegation to the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) Annual Conference held on November 3–6, 2024. The international forum, themed “Beyond the Horizon,” emphasized sustainable international cooperation, innovation, and capacity-building as strategic approaches for higher education institutions in addressing global challenges and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

During the conference, EVSU joined other Philippine Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in signing a Memorandum of Understanding to establish the Philippines–Canada Network for Sustainability (PCNS) — a collaborative platform designed to foster research partnerships, data-sharing initiatives, and policy dialogues focused on sustainability and SDG implementation. The network brings together member universities including Bataan Peninsula State University (BPSU), Catanduanes State University (CSU), Mountain Province State University (MPSU), St. Paul University Manila (SPU Manila), University of Northern Philippines (UNP), Cavite State University (CavSU), Isabela State University (ISU), Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM), and University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB).

The MOU provides a framework for collaborative data gathering and analysis on key areas such as climate resilience, sustainable development, higher education governance, and innovation ecosystems, aligning directly with SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Through the PCNS, participating HEIs—including EVSU—aim to jointly generate and share data that supports evidence-based policymaking, international benchmarking, and sustainable campus initiatives.

Moreover, the MOU opens opportunities for partnership and data collaboration with leading Canadian institutions, including the University of Manitoba, Algonquin College, Memorial University of Newfoundland, University of Ottawa, Wilfrid Laurier University, Northern College, University of Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick Community College, and Dalhousie University. These linkages are expected to facilitate mutual learning, joint research publications, and the co-development of data-driven sustainability indicators that reflect shared priorities between Philippine and Canadian higher education systems.

Such international engagements affirm EVSU’s active role in the global movement toward sustainable development. By collaborating with CHED and international academic partners in generating and measuring SDG-related data, EVSU strengthens its institutional capacity for research, innovation, and evidence-based governance—advancing its vision to become the National University for Resiliency and Climate Action and contributing meaningfully to both national and global SDG monitoring frameworks.

EVSU Advances International Research Collaboration on Green Technologies and SDG Data through Taiwan NSTC–NTHU Program

Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU), represented by its Vice President for Research, Development, and Extension Services (VPRDE), Dr. Analyn C. Españo, was among the distinguished participants in the International Joint Research and Training Workshop on Environmentally Green Technology for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Net Zero Emission, held from October 29 to November 9, 2024, in Hsinchu City, Taiwan.

The 10-day intensive program, funded by the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) of Taiwan and hosted by the National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) under the leadership of Prof. Ruey-an Dong and Dr. Hui Lin Ong, convened scientists, academics, and researchers from 11 countries, including the Philippines, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Laos, Indonesia, Malaysia, India, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Out of more than 500 global applicants, only 31 institutions were selected to participate, underscoring EVSU’s growing recognition as a research-oriented and sustainability-driven university in Asia.

The workshop’s objectives were aligned with SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) and SDG 13 (Climate Action)—promoting the integration of environmentally green technologies into research, industry, and community practices to achieve net zero emissions. Participants engaged in collaborative research planning, data exchange sessions, and innovation labs designed to advance regional and international SDG monitoring mechanisms through shared datasets and best practices.

Through EVSU’s participation, the University contributed to discussions on green technology adoption, circular economy practices, and carbon footprint assessment, while also forging partnerships with universities and research institutions across Asia. These emerging collaborations lay the groundwork for joint research projects and SDG data-sharing initiatives, particularly in climate adaptation and sustainable production systems.

Upon her return, Dr. Españo emphasized her commitment to applying the workshop’s insights to strengthen EVSU’s research and development systems, promote data-informed sustainability strategies, and cultivate new international collaborations that enhance the University’s contributions to SDG-aligned innovation and evidence-based environmental governance.

EVSU Strengthens ASEAN Collaboration on Data-Driven Quality Assurance and SDG 4 through AUN-QA International Conference 2024

Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU), represented by its University President, Dr. Dennis C. De Paz, participated in the ASEAN University Network–Quality Assurance (AUN-QA) International Conference 2024, held on December 11–12, 2024, in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Organized by Ton Duc Thang University in partnership with the ASEAN University Network (AUN), the conference carried the theme “Innovating ASEAN Higher Education: Embracing AI Integration, Database Utilization, and Future-Ready Quality Culture.” The event convened over 300 participants from ASEAN member institutions and international quality assurance (QA) bodies, including higher education leaders, QA practitioners, and policy experts.

EVSU’s participation reinforces its commitment to international collaboration on quality assurance and evidence-based decision-making. As an Associate Member of the AUN-QA, the University contributes to the regional data ecosystem by engaging in joint benchmarking exercises, performance mapping, and continuous improvement dialogues that elevate academic quality within the ASEAN region.

Through its involvement in AUN-QA initiatives, EVSU enhances its capacity to gather, interpret, and utilize educational data for institutional development, while also sharing best practices with peer universities across Southeast Asia. This engagement demonstrates EVSU’s active role in promoting a future-ready, data-empowered, and globally competitive quality culture, further advancing its pursuit of educational excellence and sustainable development.

EVSU Expands International Collaboration and SDG-Aligned Research through Academic Engagements in Indonesia

To strengthen its internationalization agenda and commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) sent representatives to a cross-border academic engagement in Palembang City, South Sumatra, Indonesia, from June 11–14, 2024. The University delegation was composed of Assoc. Prof. Faustito A. Aure, Director for Internationalization of Higher Education, and Mr. Joseph Nacionales, faculty member of the Bachelor of Arts in English Language (BAEL) program under the Department of Languages and Literature (DLL).

The EVSU representatives participated in the International Conference on Agriculture, Engineering, Social Science, and Education (ICAESSE) 2024, hosted by Universitas Palembang (UNPAL) and themed “Creating Sustainable Environment through Digital Transformation in Higher Education.” The conference served as a multidisciplinary platform to share research data and practices that advance sustainable innovation and inclusive education.

Mr. Nacionales served as one of the plenary speakers, while Prof. Aure presented a research paper titled “Gearing Towards Internationalization in the English Program: Students’ Perspectives and Challenges in a State University in the Philippines and Indonesia.” Their participation facilitated a comparative analysis of higher education practices and internationalization data between the two countries, contributing to the regional understanding of quality education and digital transformation in line with SDG 4.

In addition to their conference participation, the EVSU delegation conducted partnership and lecture sessions with the Faculty of English Education Study Program of UNPAL, presenting topics such as “EVSU Internationalization Journey” and “Responsible and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence in English Language Education and Research.” These academic exchanges opened pathways for joint data-gathering projects, collaborative research, and faculty–student mobility programs that will enrich both institutions’ contributions to global SDG reporting and capacity-building.

The emerging EVSU–UNPAL partnership demonstrates the University’s commitment to international collaboration in education, research, and innovation, reinforcing its goal of building a globally connected academic community that promotes sustainability, ethical technology integration, and data-driven educational excellence.