Research Innovation Extension Community Outreach and sustainability
University's commitment to integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) into relevant University programs, operations, research, innovation, extension, community engagement, and partnerships. This initiative is not primarily intended to improve rankings. Rather, it establishes a stronger institutional mechanism for ensuring that the University's research, innovation, extension, and community engagements contribute meaningfully to society and that such contributions are measurable, evidence-based, sustainable, and continuously improved. International rankings and external recognition shall be regarded as reflections of genuine institutional impact.
Research, development, innovation, and community empowerment are keys to achieving a knowledge-based economy. As a leading Higher Educational Institution, the University of Baguio, through its Research, Innovation, Extension, Community Outreach, and Sustainability (RIECOS) aims to be a pivotal force in building this knowledge economy. The UB family collaborates closely with the United Nations (UN) and the Philippine government to advance the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a particular focus on SDGs 1, 4, 5, 10, 16 and 17. Our commitment to these goals underscores our dedication to fostering quality education, gender equality, reducing inequalities, and strengthening partnerships for sustainable development on a global scale.
Donnavila Marie B. Panday-Herbster, PhD, JD
Director, RIECOS
Insights to Inform and Inspire
This congress is designed to address critical educational gaps in the Asia-Pacific region, such as learning poverty and climate vulnerabilities, by aligning research with the UN SDG 2030 Agenda.
This congress is designed to address critical educational gaps in the Asia-Pacific region, such as learning poverty and climate vulnerabilities, by aligning research with the UN SDG 2030 Agenda.
The University of Baguio is recognized globally for its contributions to Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3), Gender Equality (SDG 5), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11), and Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17). UB continues to demonstrate its commitment to creating meaningful and sustainable impact.
