The working group in the November 10 session

Chancellor Murao

Dean Nanola

The UP Mindanao administration took further steps on the Road to 5k program. This program aims to achieve an enrollment target of 5,000 students on or before 2029. Chancellor Lyre Murao provided context by describing the obstacles to progress in Mindanao, such as the Bangsamoro region, where electricity, telecommunications, and road infrastructure, among others, are limited. Mindanao needs legislators, communicators, scientists, and many more. UPMin can contribute to overcoming these limitations by producing graduates who can use their intellect and commitment to public service toward sustainable development in Mindanao. Thus, UP Mindanao is mandated to expand its human resources development for Mindanao through increased enrollment. 

Dean Cleto Nanola Jr. facilitated the discussion on November 10. The administration team identified and enumerated resources and options to achieve this target. These include human resources, and facilities, and outreach caravans to underserved areas.