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BAGUIO CENTRAL UNIVERSITY PARTICIPATES IN THE 3RD WURI GLOBAL CONFERENCE 2026

Author: Karl Matthieu B. Rillera

Aligned SDGs: SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Baguio Central University continues its pursuit of excellence and its commitment to offer globally competitive education.

Representing Baguio Central University, Dr. Genevieve B. Kupang and Mr. Karl Matthieu B. Rillera at the entrance of Deggendorf Institute of Technology (DIT), Germany

From Baguio City, Philippines, to Deggendorf, Germany, Dr. Genevieve B. Kupang the university’s International Relations Officer and Dean of the Graduate School, alongside Karl Rillera, the university’s Marketing Officer during the 3rd WURI Global Conference 2026 at the Deggendorf Institute of Technology, Germany on September 23-25, 2026, where educational institutions from around the world gather to spotlight their innovative cases solving educational, societal, environmental, and technological issues that are aligned with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals.

An amazing cultural exchange with Deggendorf Institute of Technology (DIT), where volunteers from the community of Deggendorf wore their Lederhosen, the male counterpart to the Bavarian attire of Germans
Photo opportunity with Dr. Dong Sung Cho, the founder of WURI, Dr. Jin-Suk Kim, Chairman of the WURI Global Conference 2026, Dr. Waldemar Berg, President of Deggendorf Institute of Technology (DIT), and Dr. Muhamad Alif Haji Sismat and Dr. Zulamali Begawan Pehin Khatib Dato Paduka Haji Matassan of Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA)

A highlight during the conference was the presentation by Mr. Karl Matthieu B. Rillera during the Category A1 session. He presented PROJECT K.A.D.W.A., one of Baguio Central University’s globally recognized cases under the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI), ranked at #29 in A1 for Student Support & Engagement, and supports SDG 3 (Good Health & Well-being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and SDG 17 (Partnership for the Goals). The Guidance Services Office initiates PROJECT K.A.D.W.A.e, headed by Ms. Judith R. Adina, alongside the Peer Facilitators & Mental Health Advocates Organization (PF-MHAO). The project is designed to address the growing and multifaceted needs of students, focusing on emotional, social, and personal well-being alongside academic excellence, and promoting a positive environment where peer support and mentoring are normalized and accessible across all university departments, leading to an integrated guidance system for seamless pathways and support dispatch to all students. 

Mr. Karl Matthieu B. Rillera proudly presents Project K.A.D.W.A. during the Category A1 (Student Support & Engagement) session

They also actively participated in the plenary and networking sessions of the World University Network of Innovation for Leaders (WUNI-L) and World University Network of Innovation for Presidents (WUNI-P) to benchmark innovative ideas and strengthen global collaborations.

Photo opportunity during a networking session with representatives from National University of Management, Cambodia, and Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA), Brunei
Final group photo opportunity of the 3rd WURI Global Conference 2026 at the Deggendorf Institute of Technology Photo credit: Deggendorf Institute of Technology
Photo opportunity with the commemorative wall of the 3rd WURI Global Conference 2026 as representatives of Baguio Central University

Mr. Karl Matthieu B. Rillera and Dr. Genevieve B. Kupang are honored to represent Baguio Central University on the international stage. Heartfelt gratitude and congratulations go to the management, staff, and faculty members who supported and contributed to the success of the innovative 2026 WURI cases. This achievement reflects the university community’s commitment, dedication, and passion for research and innovation. Most importantly, to our University President, Dr. Margarita Cecilda B. Rillera, for her visionary leadership and support. 

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