The CGCI Internationalization and Linkages Office (ILO) serves as the college’s hub for global engagement, fostering partnerships and collaborations with both local and international institutions. It facilitates student and faculty exchange programs, joint research projects, and collaborative academic initiatives to broaden learning opportunities and professional development.
By establishing these linkages, the office enhances academic excellence, cross-cultural competence, and institutional visibility, preparing graduates to thrive in a globalized environment. Additionally, the ILO actively seeks networking opportunities, scholarships, and internships abroad, enabling students to gain practical experience and develop the skills needed to compete in international settings. Through these efforts, CGCI strengthens its commitment to producing globally aware, culturally competent, and professionally capable graduates.
CGCI continues its journey toward internationalization with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Westcliff University, California, and a bilateral meeting with Shinawatra University, Thailand, held virtually on March 27, 2025. The event was led by Dr. Danilo S. Vargas, President of CGCI, and Mr. Jan Allan S. Diaz, Head of the Internationalization Office.
Demonstrating its steadfast commitment to delivering well-rounded academic programs enriched by excellence in teaching, research, community service, and innovation, CGCI is now taking significant strides in global collaboration. As part of this initiative, Westcliff University in Irvine, California, formally welcomed CGCI into its network. Dr. Julie Ciancio, Vice President & Dean of Global Engagement at Westcliff University, signed the MOU alongside Dr. Danilo S. Vargas, solidifying the partnership.
Following the virtual MOU signing, CGCI engaged in a bilateral meeting with Shinawatra University in Pathum Thani, Thailand, to explore potential collaborations. Dr. Julie S. Macariola, Manager of the International Affairs Office at Shinawatra University, presented an overview of SU’s academic programs and global linkages.
The meeting was attended by CGCI’s Council of Heads (COH) and spearheaded by Dr. Danilo S. Vargas and Mr. Jan Allan S. Diaz, marking another milestone in CGCI’s global academic engagements.