By Joycel Lagrio, STRATCOM Correspondent

The MMSU Extension Directorate held the 2024 Extension Projects Review on March 21 at the ILAARRDEC One-Stop Information Shop at the Crops Research Laboratory to assess the progress and impact of the university’s completed extension programs.

Presenters included representatives from the College of Teacher Education, College of Arts and Sciences, and College of Business, Economics, and Accountancy. Panelists were Extension Directorate Director Marilou Lucas, Planning Directorate Director Marlowe Aquino, and former CAS Dean Dr. Marivic Alimbuyuguen. Extension coordinators from various colleges also attended.

MMSU Vice President for Research, Development, and Innovation Nathaniel Alibuyog highlighted the role of these projects in driving regional growth and community engagement.

Following the presentations, the Extension Directorate and coordinators planned future university activities to further benefit communities.

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