Romblon State University (RSU) further advanced its commitment to sustainability, internationalization, and global academic engagement through its participation in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) Global Sustainable Development Congress held from June 22 to 25, 2026, in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Romblon State University further advanced its commitment to sustainability, internationalization, and global academic engagement through its participation in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) Global Sustainable Development Congress held from June 22 to 25, 2026, in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Leading the University's delegation was University President Dr. Merian C. Mani, who represented RSU alongside Jayson Reeves C. Mani, Head of Global Reputations Unit; Dave D. Lota, Head of the Sustainable Development Goals Center; and Lia Allorie Mendoza, Head of the Employment Relations Office under the Center for Alumni Relations and Employment Services.
The Times Higher Education Global Sustainable Development Congress is one of the world's premier gatherings of higher education institutions, policymakers, industry leaders, and sustainability advocates dedicated to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through higher education, research, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration.
Throughout the congress, participants engaged in discussions on sustainable development, institutional transformation, research impact, global partnerships, and innovative strategies that enable universities to contribute meaningfully to addressing pressing global challenges. The event also provided opportunities for knowledge exchange, networking, and collaboration with institutions and organizations committed to sustainable and inclusive development.
RSU's participation highlights the University's continuing efforts to strengthen its global presence, enhance sustainability initiatives, and foster strategic partnerships that support its institutional goals. As an emerging archipelagic university, RSU remains steadfast in promoting sustainable development through its Blue-Green Economy framework, which integrates environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic resilience in education, research, extension, and innovation.
Through engagements such as the THE Global Sustainable Development Congress, RSU continues to position itself as a proactive contributor to the global sustainability agenda while creating opportunities for international collaboration and institutional growth. The University's participation reflects its dedication to advancing quality education, impactful research, and sustainable development initiatives that benefit both local communities and the broader global society.
Leading the University's delegation was University President Dr. Merian C. Mani, who represented RSU alongside Jayson Reeves C. Mani, Head of Global Reputations Unit; Dave D. Lota, Head of the Sustainable Development Goals Center; and Lia Allorie Mendoza, Head of the Employment Relations Office under the Center for Alumni Relations and Employment Services.
The Times Higher Education Global Sustainable Development Congress is one of the world's premier gatherings of higher education institutions, policymakers, industry leaders, and sustainability advocates dedicated to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through higher education, research, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration.
Throughout the congress, participants engaged in discussions on sustainable development, institutional transformation, research impact, global partnerships, and innovative strategies that enable universities to contribute meaningfully to addressing pressing global challenges. The event also provided opportunities for knowledge exchange, networking, and collaboration with institutions and organizations committed to sustainable and inclusive development.
RSU's participation highlights the University's continuing efforts to strengthen its global presence, enhance sustainability initiatives, and foster strategic partnerships that support its institutional goals. As an emerging archipelagic university, RSU remains steadfast in promoting sustainable development through its Blue-Green Economy framework, which integrates environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic resilience in education, research, extension, and innovation.
Through engagements such as the THE Global Sustainable Development Congress, RSU continues to position itself as a proactive contributor to the global sustainability agenda while creating opportunities for international collaboration and institutional growth. The University's participation reflects its dedication to advancing quality education, impactful research, and sustainable development initiatives that benefit both local communities and the broader global society.
