Letran Calamba Visits UST-Tony Tan Caktiong Center

On February 21, 2025, Colegio de San Juan de Letran Calamba marked a significant step in its pursuit of academic excellence and innovation by conducting a comprehensive benchmarking session at the University of Santo Tomas-Tony Tan Caktiong Innovation Center (UST-TTCIC) in Santa Rosa, Laguna. This visit, led by Rev. Fr. Napoleon M. Encarnacion, O.P., aimed to explore and adopt best practices in innovation, research, and collaborative academic initiatives.

The Letran Calamba delegation was warmly received by Dr. Philipina Marcelo, the Assistant to the Rector of UST, and her dedicated team. This welcoming reception underscored the strong collaborative spirit and mutual commitment to advancing educational standards between the two institutions. The visit served as a pivotal milestone in solidifying and expanding the partnership between UST and Letran Calamba, with a focus on fostering joint research endeavors and enhancing academic cooperation.

The UST-TTCIC, named in honor of its generous benefactor, Dr. Tony Tan Caktiong, Chairman and Founder of Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC), stands as a premier hub for entrepreneurship, industry-academia partnerships, and technological advancements. It serves as a dynamic platform for fostering innovation and driving progress through collaborative initiatives.

This benchmarking activity is designed to pave the way for a series of joint programs, faculty and student engagements, and collaborative research projects. These initiatives aim to strengthen the Dominican mission of delivering holistic and globally competitive education by providing students with cutting-edge learning experiences and opportunities for growth.

The visit represents a strategic move towards enriching the academic landscape of both institutions. By leveraging the expertise and resources of the UST-TTCIC, Letran Calamba seeks to inspire innovation, enhance learning experiences, and create meaningful opportunities for its students and other key stakeholders. The institution looks forward to a fruitful and impactful collaboration that will drive progress and excellence in education.