LCIC Launches Vision Dialogue as New President Meets Student Leaders

March 16, 2026

Student leaders from various departments gathered earlier today, March 16, 2026, for a strategic meeting titled “Launching LCIC’s Future: New President’s Vision,” held at the Science Building, Room 108, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NN. The meeting brought together officers of the Supreme Student Council and representatives from student organizations to engage directly with the institution’s newly appointed president and key administrators.

The meeting was led by the President herself, Professor 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗣. 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘇𝘂𝗲𝗹𝗮, EdD, CESO IV who opened the platform for student leaders to share their visions for the institution’s future. The session was called under her instruction by the Student Affairs and Development Officer (SADO), Mr. Leo Ceniza, and the Student Experience and Success Department (SES) Assistant Manager, Ms. Elien Baay.

Participants included student leaders from several academic programs and organizations, namely the Society of Multicultural Learners (BAFL), Student Tourism Advocates Responsive to Service (BSTM), The Association of Physical Therapy Students (BSPT), Civil Engineering Council (BSCE), and BA in English Language Studies (BAELS) representatives. After introducing themselves and sharing their positions and expectations for the meeting, the participants were divided into three groups for a collaborative activity.

Each group developed a poster illustrating their vision for LCIC in 2030 and presented their concepts to the assembly. Among the ideas raised by the student leaders was the expansion of the institution’s academic offerings beyond the five programs currently available, which they noted could provide more opportunities for students and strengthen the institution’s academic presence.

Students also expressed the aspiration for LCIC to gain greater recognition both locally and internationally. Suggestions included establishing stronger partnerships with respected institutions and organizations in the Philippines and abroad, as well as exploring possible connections with regional and international networks such as ASEAN and UNESCO.

Another idea emphasized during the presentations was the importance of developing a clear institutional identity for LCIC—one that immediately comes to mind when people hear the name of the school. Participants also envisioned LCIC becoming a renowned institution that produces globally competitive graduates, with strong employability among its alumni and clearer career pathways for students after graduation.

Student leaders further highlighted the need to strengthen communication and transparency within the campus community, noting that clearer coordination between students, faculty, and staff could help minimize misunderstandings and improve collaboration. The importance of inclusivity and compassion within the institution was also raised, with participants expressing the desire for an environment where students from different programs and backgrounds feel equally represented and supported.

Other ideas discussed included increasing the visibility of LCIC within the wider community, organizing more interdepartmental engagement activities, and establishing additional student organizations and clubs that would allow students from different programs to collaborate and interact more frequently.

Following the student presentations, other key administrators also shared their insights, generally expressing their willingness to support these initiatives and encouraging students to work together with the administration in pursuing the goals discussed. Those who shared their perspectives included Academic Manager Ms. Ivy Marie Abao, School Registrar Dr. Sharon Monsale, and Advisor, Office of the President & Finance Mr. Shingo Shinozaki. Executive Advisor, International Marketing Mr. Yasushi Iida was also present among the attending key administrators.

The gathering served as an initial step, under the leadership of the new president, in fostering dialogue between the administration and student leaders as the institution moves forward with its strategic direction. Through the concluded open discussion and collaborative idea-sharing, the meeting highlighted a shared vision for LCIC to become more visible, globally connected, and reflective of its identity as “𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙙𝙡𝙮 𝘿𝙞𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙩.”