Mariano Marcos
State University

Public Employment Service Office recognizes MMSU for career dev't partnership

By Criztalene Victorio

The Public Employment Service Office (PESO) recognized Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) with the Outstanding Education and Career Development Partnership Award during the Ilocos Norte Employment and Workforce Excellence Program held on November 9 in Laoag City.

The award recognizes the University's exemplary partnership and valuable contributions to advancing career guidance, promoting labor market awareness, enhancing students' employability, and helping them make informed career decisions.

MMSU President Virgilio Julius P. Manzano, Jr. and Vice President for Administration and Finance Fides Bitanga, who received the award, expressed their appreciation to PESO for recognizing MMSU efforts in strengthening students' awareness for employment opportunities and workforce.

Through its continuing partnership with PESO, MMSU reinforces its commitment to equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and career readiness needed to prepare in the world of work and future employment opportunities.

The event gathered representatives from national government agencies, local government units from various municipalities and cities, PESO managers, partner industries, private companies, employers, organizations, OFW Family Circle representatives, and media partners across the province.