About
Leyte Normal University (LNU) offers valuable opportunities for students to enhance and broaden their learning experiences and develop a deeper understanding of other countries' social and cultural dynamics. These programs serve as avenues for students to participate in internships and exchange programs in international settings, enabling them to gain practical experience and develop cross-cultural competencies.To effectively manage and oversee inbound and outbound internship and exchange programs, the International and External Linkages Office collaborates closely with the Vice-President of the Academic Services Office, Vice-President of the Student Development Office, and Vice-President of the Administration and Finance Office.
The institution provides two key programs under student mobility: the Student Internship Abroad Program (SIAP) and the Student Exchange Abroad Program (SEAP).
Student Qualifications
The student interns of the university must possess the following minimum qualifications as stipulated in the CMO No. 22, S, 2013 on the Student Internship Abroad Program:To qualify as an international inbound exchange student, the applicant:
Student Exchange Programs
Under the Student Internship Abroad Program (SIAP) offered by the university, students from teacher education, hotel management, tourism management, information technology, and communication programs are selected to participate in either student teaching internships or job internships. These internships provide valuable hands-on experience and are conducted in academic institutions or industries in countries such as Vietnam, Thailand, the United States, and other countries with bilateral or multilateral agreements with LNU
The SEAP provides students opportunities for international exchanges for LNU (outbound) and international students (inbound). Students of LNU participate in short – or long-term programs in partners HEI abroad. Similarly, foreign exchange students gain academic, social, and cultural experiences inside the university and the community.
Student Participation in International Based Competition
Leyte Normal University's delegates from the Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM) clinch 2nd place during the 1st International Creative Events Design Competition in Palembang Polytechnic of Tourism in Indonesia held via ZOOM on June 3.In an exclusive interview, Bacsal shared how the team's coordination and oneness led to them achieving victory.
"Our group is composed of unique individuals. Distinct planning and brainstorming provide us with the exclusive event design. We listen and consider each other’s concerns. We worked with hard work and coordination. Therefore, we believe that it is our oneness that sets us aside from the rest and achieves victory," Bacsal shared. Meanwhile, Dungca added that they felt proud as they could raise the banner of LNU on a global scale.