Annual Report

Comprehensive yearly reports of MSU Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography

2024 Annual Report

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2024 Annual Report

In 2024, Mindanao State University - Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU-TCTO) strengthened its commitment to inclusive, transformative education in Southern Philippines. Driven by its mandate to serve the Bangsamoro region and beyond, the University ensured its programs, resources, and strategic priorities reached not only its main campus in Sanga Sanga but also extended across the islands of Tawi-Tawi. Guided by the principles of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 14 (Life Below Water) MSU-TCTO advanced its unique academic offerings, oceanographic research, and community engagement. Student development remained central to our mission, with increased scholarship grants, enriched co-curricular activities, and broader access to student support services. Under the visionary leadership of Chancellor Mary Joyce Z. Guinto-Sali, Ph.D., 2024 saw remarkable growth in research productivity and international academic engagement. Faculty and students were empowered to pursue collaborative projects, resulting in a surge of Scopus indexed publications, global conference participation, and cross-border exchange initiatives. This year, MSU-TCTO reaffirmed its role as a catalyst for regional progress-developing not only scholars and professionals but future leaders who will elevate the social, economic, and environmental future of Tawi-Tawi. Our momentum reflects a dynamic institution, ever-evolving, yet deeply rooted in its mission to transform lives through education, innovation, and inclusive excellence

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Annual Report 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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Annual Report 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.

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Annual Report 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.

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Annual Report 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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MSU TCTO CIAS Programs Granted COPC After CHED OPSD Central Evaluation

In its continuing pursuit of academic excellence and quality assurance, the Mindanao State University Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU TCTO) has secured Certificates of Program Compliance (COPC) for academic programs evaluated by the Commission on Higher Education Office of Programs and Standards Development (CHED OPSD) Central, particularly those under the College of Islamic Arts and Sciences (CIAS).

MSU TCTO Strengthens Partnership with Local Government Units through MOU Signing

The MSU Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU TCTO) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Local Government Units of Simunul, Panglima Sugala, Sibutu, South Ubian, Bongao, Tandubas, and Sitangkai on December 17 at the Conference Room, Sabdani J. Bulante Building. The agreement formalizes a collaborative partnership in support of marine biodiversity conservation and fisheries management in the Province of Tawi-Tawi.

MSU TCTO Ranks Among UI GreenMetric Universities, Leading BARMM in Sustainability

The Mindanao State University – Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU TCTO) has achieved a notable accomplishment in its debut participation in the 2025 UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, placing 1,411th globally among institutions recognized for their commitment to sustainability. Nationally, MSU TCTO ranked 78th among Philippine universities, and notably, it emerged as the first and only institution in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) to be included in this global sustainability assessment.

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