Dr. Austin Joseph of The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM) visited DMMMSU Open University System (OUS) on March 28, 2025. TIIKM, a Sri Lankan-based academic organization, is known for fostering academic exchanges and networking among higher education institutions across 55 countries worldwide.

During the visit, Dr. Jesus Rafael B. Jarata, University Director for International Affairs, along with DMMMSU Open University System (OUS) officials—Dr. Cristy Guerra, Dr. Lher Ver Palabay, Dr. Claudia Barbadillo, and Prof. Farland Valera—engaged in discussions on potential collaborations. Key areas identified include co-hosting international conferences, expanding networking opportunities, and exploring faculty and student mobility programs.

Dr. Joseph was accompanied and introduced by representatives from Union Christian College (UCC), including Dr. Teofilo B. Damoco, Director of the Center for Research, Innovation, Marketing, and Promotion; Dr. Emma A. Ganuelas, Dean of the College of Business; and Ms. Rowena W. Galangco, Director of Community Engagement and Alumni Affairs. DMMMSU extends its appreciation to UCC for facilitating this connection.  (By Jesus Rafael B. Jarata)