{"id":8789,"date":"2026-06-25T15:20:12","date_gmt":"2026-06-25T07:20:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wmsu.edu.ph\/?p=8789"},"modified":"2026-06-25T15:20:13","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T07:20:13","slug":"western-mindanao-state-university-wmsu-and-universiti-tun-hussein-onn-malaysia-uthm-formally-entered-into-a-partnership-through-a-virtual-moa-signing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wmsu.edu.ph\/?p=8789","title":{"rendered":"Western Mindanao State University (WMSU) and Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) formally entered into a partnership through a virtual MOA signing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Western Mindanao State University (WMSU) and Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) formally entered into a partnership through a virtual MOA signing held via Zoom on June 24, 2026, strengthening cooperation in academics, research, and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agreement reflects the shared commitment of both institutions to advancing higher education through international cooperation, innovation, and knowledge exchange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the ceremony, WMSU President Dr. Ma. Carla A. Ochotorena emphasized that the partnership signifies more than the signing of a formal document.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis is not merely a document to be signed, but the beginning of a relationship that will grow, deepen, and create a lasting impact for both institutions,\u201d Dr. Ochotorena said. \u201cI believe this is more than just a formal agreement between two institutions; it is a celebration of a shared vision, shared values, and a shared commitment to advancing higher education.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Mas Fawzi Bin Mohd Ali, Vice Chancellor of UTHM, expressed his gratitude to WMSU for the opportunity to establish the partnership and conveyed his optimism that the agreement would pave the way for numerous future collaborations between the two universities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The partnership focuses on strengthening academic and research initiatives through student and faculty mobility programs, joint research projects, and academic exchanges. It aims to enhance competencies in food science, food safety, and product development while fostering innovation and cross-cultural learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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