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Oct

15

MSU-TCTO Joins UP Pahinungod–ZamBaSulTa Collaboration to Strengthen Regional Volunteerism and Community Extension

In a landmark initiative aimed at deepening public service and academic collaboration in the southern Philippines, Mindanao State University – Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU-TCTO) has formally joined the UP Diliman Ugnayan ng Pahinungod–ZamBaSulTa Collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on 15 October 2025 at the University of the Philippines Diliman Quezon Hall.

Oct

14

MSU-TCTO Embarks on Partnership with the Global Futures Society, Becoming the Newest Member of the Dubai Future Foundation’s Global Network

As a member of the Global Futures Society (GFS) under the Dubai Future Foundation, the Mindanao State University – Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU-TCTO) gains access to a global network of futurists, institutions, and innovators dedicated to shaping inclusive and sustainable futures. This membership helps MSU-TCTO become more visible internationally and improves its ability to predict future trends, allowing the university to participate in global discussions, research, and projects that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals and national development needs.

Oct

13

MSU-TCTO: Proud Member of the UN Champion for Future Generations, Advancing Global Foresight Leadership

The MSU Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography is now a proud member of the UN Champion for Future Generations, coordinated by the School of International Futures (SOIF)—strengthening its institutional prestige and enhancing its visibility within the global futures and foresight community.

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MSU-TCTO Joins UP Pahinungod–ZamBaSulTa Collaboration to Strengthen Regional Volunteerism and Community Extension

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.

MSU-TCTO Embarks on Partnership with the Global Futures Society, Becoming the Newest Member of the Dubai Future Foundation’s Global Network

MSU-TCTO: Proud Member of the UN Champion for Future Generations, Advancing Global Foresight Leadership

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MSUAA, MSU-TCTO Formalize Partnership for Bahay Alumni Project

Through a key initiative designed to deepen alumni ties and advance university development, the Mindanao State University Alumni Association, Inc. (MSUAA) and the Mindanao State University – Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU-TCTO) officially signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on October 1, 2025, at the Sabdani Butane Conference Hall.

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.

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

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Gazettes

2023, April

Nurul Iman, the new Islamic center of the University, was formally inaugurated on March 10, 2023. It is one of the University projects initiated by the current Chancellor, Prof. Mary Joyce Z. Guinto-Sali, Ph.D.

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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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Annual Reports

2023

Mindanao State University - Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography remains steadfast and committed to allocating its budget, resources, and capabilities to continue bringing quality education to Tawi Tawi and its neighboring islands.

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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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