On July 12, 2025, seven Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management (BSHM) students paid a courtesy call to the Office of the President before embarking on their six-month international internship at the prestigious Regent Hotel in Taiwan.
University President Dr. Nordy D. Siason Jr. warmly welcomed the students and offered them meaningful advice and reminders to guide them throughout their internship. He also assured them of the institution’s unwavering support as they take this significant step toward their professional growth and global exposure.
Accompanying the students during the courtesy call were the BSHM Internship Coordinator and Program Head, Dr. Peter John V. Velasco, who has been instrumental in preparing the students for this opportunity. Also present was the Dean of the College, Dr. Ricardo J. Paborada Jr., who will personally accompany the students to Taiwan to ensure their safe and smooth deployment on July 14, 2025.
The students and their respective department assignments at Regent Hotel are as follows:
Front Office Department: Jaira Garcia and Wilfred Joyce Bañez
Food & Beverage Department: Lee Christian Badando, Kurt Daniel Teves, and Alyssa Sustento
Housekeeping Department: Amira Benguan and Lea Mae Palma
This overseas internship marks a milestone in the students’ academic journey and reflects the university’s commitment to providing transformative learning experiences beyond the classroom.
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Photo by: Sir Rholan Mark Basaygan
