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Aug
20


MSU-TCTO Achieves First ISO Surveillance Audit — College of Law Now Included
In a resounding affirmation of its quality management systems, the Mindanao State University – Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU-TCTO), now including the College of Law in its certified scope, successfully passed its 1st Surveillance Audit for the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS), with auditors recommending the maintenance of its certification.
Jul
31


MSU-TCTO Kicks Off eUniversity ICT Project with Infobytes, Championing Inclusive Digital Innovation
MSU-TCTO Kicks Off eUniversity ICT Project with Infobytes, Championing Inclusive Digital Innovation
Jul
22


MSU-TCTO Commends DBM Secretary Pangandaman’s Vision for Regional Innovation
MSU-TCTO joins fellow SUCs in expressing gratitude to Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman, whose visionary leadership has guided the formation and growth of the MinSuPala-IRDC. From the consultative meeting in June 2023 to the MOA signing witnessed in July, her steadfast commitment has helped shape a collaborative network advancing SDG-aligned Innovation and inclusive development.
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MSU TCTO Strengthens Partnership with Bangsamoro Human Rights Commission Regional Office through MOU Signing
The Mindanao State University – Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU TCTO) formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Bangsamoro Human Rights Commission (BHRC) on July 30, 2025 at Sabdani J. Bulante Conference Hall, MSU TCTO, Sanga-Sanga, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi.

"You Are All Champions Already”: Aljemedin Jaudinez Addresses MSU-TCTO’s Parangal Awardees
The Mindanao State University – Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography hosted its first-of-its-kind “Parangal Para sa mga Pinakanatatanging Magsisipagtapos” for its exceptional and outstanding graduating students at the Henry V. Kong Gymnasium on July 19, 2025. The event celebrated not just academic success, but also the heart, grit, and leadership that define true excellence within the MSU-TCTO community.

IPDM, GAD Commemorate Bangsamoro History Month and International Women's Day with Peace Forum
IPDM, GAD Commemorate Bangsamoro History Month and International Women's Day with Peace Forum

MSU-TCTO Kicks Off eUniversity ICT Project with Infobytes, Championing Inclusive Digital Innovation
MSU-TCTO Kicks Off eUniversity ICT Project with Infobytes, Championing Inclusive Digital Innovation

MSU TCTO Strengthens Partnership with Bangsamoro Human Rights Commission Regional Office through MOU Signing
The Mindanao State University – Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU TCTO) formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Bangsamoro Human Rights Commission (BHRC) on July 30, 2025 at Sabdani J. Bulante Conference Hall, MSU TCTO, Sanga-Sanga, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi.

“Kaya Natin Ito”: Dr. Jayeel Cornelio Inspires MSU-TCTO Graduates Toward Hope and Change
The Mindanao State University–Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography celebrated its graduates in a stirring ceremony filled with heartfelt reflection and a deep sense of collective aspiration, recognizing them not only as scholars but also as symbols of enduring hope.

MSU-TCTO Commends DBM Secretary Pangandaman’s Vision for Regional Innovation
MSU-TCTO joins fellow SUCs in expressing gratitude to Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman, whose visionary leadership has guided the formation and growth of the MinSuPala-IRDC. From the consultative meeting in June 2023 to the MOA signing witnessed in July, her steadfast commitment has helped shape a collaborative network advancing SDG-aligned Innovation and inclusive development.

"You Are All Champions Already”: Aljemedin Jaudinez Addresses MSU-TCTO’s Parangal Awardees
The Mindanao State University – Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography hosted its first-of-its-kind “Parangal Para sa mga Pinakanatatanging Magsisipagtapos” for its exceptional and outstanding graduating students at the Henry V. Kong Gymnasium on July 19, 2025. The event celebrated not just academic success, but also the heart, grit, and leadership that define true excellence within the MSU-TCTO community.

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4
56th Charter Day
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Jul
28
Enrollment at MSU-TCTO
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Jul
24
MSU-TCTO Graduation Commencement Exercises
Academic Year 2024–2025
Jun
26
Amun Jadid
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Jun
21
June Solstice
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12
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7
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4
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28
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Jul
24
MSU-TCTO Graduation Commencement Exercises
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2023, March

The Development Academy of the Philippines and MSU-TCTO signed a Memorandum of Agreement on the establishment of the DAP Field Office in Tawi Tawi on March 7, 2023 at the Sabdani Bulante Conference Room.
2023, February

The College of Islamic and Arabic Studies launched Hijab Awareness Campaign with a short activity on February 1 at the Student Center. The activity aims to promote the importance of wearing hijab and raise awareness against Islamic radicalism and extremism. Chancellor Mary Joyce Guinto-Sali and College Dean Almira Hadji graced the activity and assisted the students in the proper way of wearing the Hijab.
2023, January

Chancellor Dr. Mary Joyce Z. Guinto-Sali signed the Memorandum of Understanding between the University and the Marine Battalion Landing Team 12 to conduct “Pagsumadja: Defending Peace and Sustaining Moral Governance through Islamic Teachings,” a fellowship program among local imams and gurus of Tawi-Tawi on January 30 at the Sabdani J. Bulante Hall, Conference Room.
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2022

Throughout its formation, the Mindanao State University - Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography has been committed to providing excellent academic formation to its students by investing in its greatest asset - its constituents.
2021

MSU-TCTO has faced the COVID-19 pandemic with resiliency and vigor despite the challenges and restrictions. The university took the opportunity to continue its efforts in improving university governance by strengthening good practices, implementing sound fiscal policies, providing smooth transition to distance learning conditions, and establishing more linkages with other institutions.
2020

The year 2020 presented many challenges across the globe. On one side is the continued armed struggle, political and civil unrest, and religious and systemic racial discrimination while the other grapples with destruction caused by climate change-induced natural disasters and worsening economic downturn. However, topping them all is the advent of the pandemic brought by a new type of coronavirus disease now known as COVID-19. Nations trembled as it spread, infecting one individual after the other. Each country tremendously suffered as the pandemic wreaked havoc which gradually affected people of all walks of life. The pandemic swept the world and crippled each nation socially, politically and economically and one of the sectors heavily affected is the academe.
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