LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS
In pursuit of its mandate as a state university responsive to regional development needs, Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) actively fosters Local Partnerships with government agencies, local government units, industries, civil society organizations, and community groups. These partnerships strengthen the University’s capacity to deliver quality instruction, research, extension, and production services while ensuring that its programs remain responsive to the socio-economic and cultural priorities of Eastern Visayas.
EVSU’s local collaboration initiatives are aligned with national development frameworks and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Through these partnerships, the University implements joint projects, capability-building activities, policy research, and technology transfer programs that directly benefit local communities and sectors. These collaborations also provide opportunities for student internships, faculty immersion, and applied research, ensuring stronger linkages between academic learning and practical applications.
Through its local partnerships, EVSU affirms its role as a dynamic partner for regional growth and innovation. By cultivating strong linkages within Eastern Visayas, the University not only advances its academic and institutional goals but also contributes to inclusive and sustainable development that uplifts communities across the region.
INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATIONS
As part of its vision to be globally competitive and socially responsive, Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) actively pursues International Collaborations and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with higher education institutions, research organizations, industries, and development agencies abroad. These partnerships expand the University’s academic and research horizons while fostering cross-cultural exchange, innovation, and knowledge-sharing at the global level.
EVSU’s international engagements are anchored on the Philippine Higher Education Internationalization Framework and aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Through MOUs and collaborative agreements, the University facilitates student and faculty exchanges, joint research projects, participation in international conferences and training programs, and access to global networks of expertise. These initiatives enhance EVSU’s capacity to benchmark best practices, integrate international perspectives into the curriculum, and contribute to global discourses on sustainability, resiliency, and inclusive development.
Through its international collaborations and MOUs, EVSU reaffirms its role as a forward-looking institution committed to academic excellence, innovation, and sustainable partnerships. By cultivating global linkages, the University strengthens its ability to prepare graduates who are globally competent, locally grounded, and dedicated to addressing shared challenges for the betterment of society.
SUCCESS STORIES FROM PARTNERSHIPS
As a dynamic institution committed to collaboration and inclusive development, Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) highlights its Success Stories from Partnerships as evidence of its strong linkages with government agencies, industries, academe, and civil society organizations. These success stories demonstrate how partnerships translate academic expertise and research outputs into tangible benefits for communities, fostering innovation, empowerment, and sustainable growth.
>Guided by its mission as a state university and aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals)—EVSU ensures that its collaborations yield measurable outcomes that address local and regional priorities. Through joint research projects, extension programs, technology transfer initiatives, livelihood enterprises, and educational exchanges, the University has co-created solutions with its partners that improve lives, build resilience, and strengthen institutions.
By documenting and sharing these success stories, EVSU reaffirms its role as both a knowledge hub and a catalyst for transformation. These narratives not only showcase the impact of partnerships but also inspire continued collaboration, innovation, and shared responsibility in advancing inclusive and sustainable development in Eastern Visayas and beyond.
SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOOD PROJECTS
In line with its commitment to community empowerment and inclusive growth, Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) implements Sustainable Livelihood Projects that provide partner communities with practical skills, innovative technologies, and income-generating opportunities. These projects are designed to address local socio-economic challenges while promoting environmental stewardship and resilience, ensuring that development outcomes are both inclusive and sustainable.
EVSU’s livelihood initiatives are anchored on national development priorities and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and SDG 13 (Climate Action). Through training, technology transfer, research-based interventions, and partnerships with local government units, industries, and civil society organizations, the University equips individuals and communities with the tools to establish self-reliant and environmentally responsible enterprises. Projects cover diverse sectors such as agriculture, food processing, crafts, renewable energy, and climate-smart innovations tailored to local contexts.
Through its sustainable livelihood projects, EVSU affirms its dual role as an academic institution and a catalyst for socio-economic transformation. By linking education, research, and extension to practical applications in communities, the University contributes to poverty reduction, economic empowerment, and the building of resilient, self-sustaining communities in Eastern Visayas and beyond.
