The University of Southeastern Philippines (USeP), through its College of Development Management, warmly welcomed the delegates from the Research, Innovation, and Extension Services (RIES) Office of Southern Leyte State University (SLSU) – Maasin City Campus during a benchmarking visit held on August 4, 2025. The visit focused on the Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA) program.
Southern Leyte State University selected USeP for this benchmarking activity due to USeP’s well-established and highly regarded Public Administration program. The delegation aimed to observe USeP’s best practices in academic instruction, research initiatives, and extension services to enhance the quality and effectiveness of their own BPA program.
Representing USeP’s College of Development Management were Dr. Analiza P. Aguilar, Associate Dean; Dr. Silverio V. Magallon, Extension Unit Head; and Mr. Edsan Colin V. Santander, Quality Assurance Head. Leading the visiting delegation from SLSU was Dr. Jonathan J. Palco, Head of the Research, Innovation, and Extension Services.
Throughout the benchmarking activity, both institutions engaged in meaningful discussions and observational tours that are anticipated to foster collaborative efforts and promote excellence in public administration education.
