Nurturing Futures: A Groundbreaking Partnership in Nursing Education and Public Health

An exploratory virtual meeting was held on February 3, 2026, between the University of San Agustin’s College of Nursing, Nutrition and Dietetics (CNND) and Hawaii Pacific University’s School of Nursing. Both teams shared best practices in Public Health/Community Health and Research and discussed ways to develop concrete plans for partnership and collaboration.

Participants in the meeting included:

University of San Agustin, Philippines:

Rev. Fr. John Louis S. Ricamora, OSA, MAT, MN, RN, Dean, CNND

Bernadette A. Gamosa, MAN, RN, Academic Supervisor, Nursing Program

Mary Lenore H. Amamanglon, RN, Assistant Academic Supervisor, Nursing Program

Ma. Jane P. Villanueva, MILE, MPH, LPT, RN, Public Health Nursing Coordinator, Nursing Program

Marie Aphrodite P. Emnacen, RN, Coordinator, College Research Management Group

Hawaii Pacific University, USA:

Dr. Edna Magpantay-Monroe, Dean, School of Nursing

Prof. Derek Cegelka, Public Health Department

The shared insights and commitment to partnership reflect the dedication of both institutions to advancing nursing education and improving community health outcomes. We look forward to building a fruitful relationship that will benefit our learners and the communities we serve. May God bless this endeavor of the College.

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