Veritas College of Irosin (VCI) extends its sincere gratitude to Saint Michael’s College of Laguna for an enriching and highly productive benchmarking experience. This meaningful engagement highlighted best practices in academic excellence, research development, and institutional collaboration, and we’re strengthening our own initiatives.

We are especially thankful to Dr. Anna Liza A. Ramos for generously sharing valuable insights and fostering meaningful conversations toward innovation and collaboration. Our appreciation also goes to the dedicated SMCL team: Maria Lindi D. Pio, MBA, CHMP, CGSP, OIC Program Chair of DBA/Director of SBMIT; Jocelyn Delicano, MAED LS, Academic and Administrative Services Representative; Aliza Lyca Gonzales-Lacson; Joaquin Gan III, DBA; Joseph Dulay; Janet Dizon, Director; and Tricia Cyly Protacio: for their warm welcome and unwavering support throughout the visit.

This activity was made even more impactful through the active participation of VCI representatives: Mr. Jay Cantonjos (Dean, BSIT Department), Mr. Diomel Canuto (IS Office), Mr. Emarve G. Gito (BSIT Faculty), and BSBA Coordinators Ms. Lorena Polo and Ms. Lorielyn Gerrero.

We also recognize the leadership of College President Lourdes Almeda-Sese and the SMCL MANCOM for warmly welcoming our delegation and fostering a spirit of collaboration between our institutions.

Our heartfelt thanks to Odine L. Areola and Gerico T. Pangilinan for their continued support and guidance, and to the entire VCI family for making this initiative possible.

This benchmarking activity opened new opportunities for collaboration and growth as we continue our journey toward innovation, excellence, and shared success.