Legarda cites importance of PH Studies courses
Photo from the Office of Senator Loren Legarda
Senator Loren Legarda emphasized the importance of developing Philippine Studies to help the world better understand the country’s role on the global stage.
“Philippine Studies has become more than an academic discipline; it is a global platform for Filipino voices and perspectives to be heard and acknowledged, contributing to the larger human conversation,” Legarda said during her speech at the opening ceremony of “Dialogo: Philippine Studies Goes Global” in Manila on November 27, 2024.
“From groundbreaking research and community projects to collaborative dialogues on pressing global issues, these universities have become vital centers where values, ideas, and cultures intersect,” she added.
Various top scholars on Philippine studies converged in one venue, hoping to promote indigenous knowledge production and enrich the country’s understanding through differing perspectives of global scholarship.
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Article continues after this advertisementFurthermore, it provided a platform for showcasing research and other unique initiatives on Philippine Studies, fostering national and international support.
Article continues after this advertisementLegarda also announced the upcoming launch of a publication that will chronicle the journey of the Philippine Studies Program, including its milestones, the initiatives it has fostered, and the individuals and communities it has empowered.
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The publication “From the Philippines to the World: A Global Catalogue of Philippine Studies Programs Abroad Promoting Academic Excellence and Cultural Diplomacy” will be introduced in the first quarter of 2025.
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“Today, Philippine Studies programs continue to grow, creating spaces where our stories, struggles, and triumphs are studied, understood, and celebrated,” shared the four-term senator.
“Your work—whether in research, in the classroom, or community engagement—upholds the spirit of Philippine culture and brings our aspirations into a global forum,” she remarked.
“Let us create a strong national brand that indulges the world in the richness of our cultural heritage, the depth of our intellectual discourse, and the dynamism of our creative spirit.”
Through Legarda’s efforts, 25 universities across the globe have received funding to establish or enhance their Philippine Studies programs.
Photo from the Office of Senator Loren Legarda
