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With the new President of the University of Southern Mindanao (USM), the Administrative Council Members, USM- Kidapawan City Campus Management Council members, Heads of units, and the Performance Management Team (PMT) gathered for the Strategic Planning Workshop on April 7 to 9 2025, at the Cavanico Il Mare Function Hall, Babak, IGACOS, Davao Del Norte.
Dr. Nerissa G. Dela Viña, the Human Resource Management and Development Office (HRMDO) Director started the presentation on how the Strategic Performance Management System (SPMS) works. She said SPMS seeks to link individual performance with the agency’s organizational vision, mission, and strategic goals.
“We do this for the university not only for ourselves,” she underscored.
Meanwhile, Dr. Lawrence Anthony U. Dollente, the University Quality Assurance Office (UQAO) Director, presented the SUC Leveling criteria and Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) Concerns. He commended the University Research, Development and Extension Committee (URDEC) for complying all the requirements in the last year and secured the commitment of all other committees to earn a good score in SUC Leveling.
Further, Dr. Glyn G. Magbanua, the Head Secretariat of the PMT, mentioned in her presentation that the risks and opportunities were usually not given sufficient attention in the planning. She emphasized that solutions must be implemented to address these risks so that over time, these should no longer be considered risks.
In addition, Prof. Bryan Lloyd P. Bretaña, the Office of International Affairs (OIA) Director, showcased the Internationalization efforts and achievements of USM. He encouraged the group to align its initiatives and activities with the goals of internationalization.
Lastly, Dr. Jay-r Vildac, the Finance and Management Services (FMS) Director, reintroduced the processes of FMS. He also presented the issues and concerns of the offices involved in the process to wit, budget, and procurement offices.
During the workshop, the attendees collaborated in different groups namely, Higher and Advanced Education, Higher Education, Academic Support, Research Development and Extension (RDE), Resource Generation and Entrepreneurial Services (RGES), and the General Administration and Support Services (GASS). After the workshop, the groups presented plans, targets, and activities. During the activity, questions, comments, and suggestions were raised and promptly addressed.
USM President Dr. Jonald L. Pimentel expressed his appreciation to the attendees of the activity. In his speech he highlighted the importance of standing by each other while working in the University.
“This year’s Strategic Planning 2025 guides our collective journey that focuses on strengthening quality education, advancing research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, and serving community with compassion,” The President said.
“I trust each and every one of you… these goals will only be achieved if we work together… we are here for each other and we will face the challenges that come our way together.. we will create a space that encourages growth, collaboration, and success,” he concluded.
Spearheaded by the Planning and Development Office (PDO) led by its Director Engr. Renel M. Alucilja, the plan was aligned to the vision, mission, and development goals of USM President Pimentel.
