International Study Visit Program

The Ateneo Internationalization for Mindanao (AIM) Office is dedicated to nurturing transnational cooperation and promoting international dialogue by forging strategic partnerships with universities, higher educational institutions, and international organizations abroad. This commitment aligns with the university’s overarching mission of promoting cultural understanding and fostering friendships with its Asian neighbors.

The International Study Visit Program is a short-term, cross-cultural engagement program for the faculty, administrators, and non-teaching staff members of Ateneo de Davao University. It will provide opportunities for international travel, networking, and collaboration with partner universities and organizations abroad. The program is open to all, not just full-time employees. The call for applications extends to probationary and part-time employees.

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

STUDY VISIT 2024

We are pleased to invite administrators, faculty, and staff to apply in our International Study Visit
Program.

Primer for Vietnam

OBJECTIVES

Provide participants with an immersive cultural experience in Vietnam, including city tours and visits to heritage sites, to gain insights, understanding, and appreciation of Vietnamese culture.

Facilitate networking and collaboration opportunities between the faculty, administrators, and non-teaching staff of ADDU and their counterparts at FPT University and other partner institutions in Vietnam, promoting international connections and potential cooperation.

Promote knowledge and experience sharing among participants through dialogue sessions and activities conducted at FPT University, enabling the exchange of best practices, innovative ideas, and understanding in various fields of education and administration.

Cultivate a broader and more nuanced understanding of the world among educators, encouraging them to welcome diverse perspectives and approaches not only in their professional endeavors but also in their personal outlook, thus enriching their overall worldview.

PROGRAM TRACKS

Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

The International Study Visit (ISV) is set to take place in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, co-hosted by FPT University, Vietnam as part of their mobility and immersion tour program. This cycle’s ISV will entail eight (8) days of intensive cultural immersion in Vietnam through city tours and heritage site visits. It will also include dialogue sessions with FPT University in Ho Chi Minh Campus featuring activities focused on knowledge and experience sharing, serving as a benchmarking and networking opportunity.

Itinerary

Travel Dates: 20 – 27 July 2024

Day 0:	Arrival at Ho Chi Minh – Check In
	Welcome Dinner
Day 1:	Welcome Ceremony
	Program Orientation
	Campus Tour
Day 2:	Workshop on Vietnamese culture and Culture exchange
Day 3:	City Tour – History and Culture Exploration
Day 4:	Community Outreach
	Benchmarking opportunity with FPT University, Ho Chi Minh Campus
Day 5:	Free Time
Day 6:	Closing Ceremony
	Farewell Lunch
Day 7:	Check-out
	Departures

PROGRAM GUIDELINES

Application Procedure

1. Fill out the Application Form.

2. Wait for a Notice of Acceptance (NOA). Once you receive the NOA, it will include the participation contract, payment details, and list of travel requirements.

3. Submit the Participation Contract.

4. Receive an invitation to the Program Orientation and be sure to attend it.

Program Output

1. Evaluations will be provided to all participants to assess if the program meets its objectives and goals. It is also essential to learn their feedback and any other ways to improve the program if necessary.

2. The participants of the International Study Visit are required to submit a short report that reflects their learnings from the study visit.

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Application for the study trip is ongoing!

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AIM Office wraps up pilot cycle of International Study Visit in Seoul and Busan, South Korea

Jul 3, 2023 | International Study Visit Program, News and Events, University News

Ateneo de Davao University (ADDU), through its Ateneo Internationalization for Mindanao Office, successfully concluded the pilot cycle of the International Study Visit in South Korea. Twelve (12) delegates from different departments and offices participated, exploring...