MSEUF students begin work and travel deployment in U.S.

Three Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation students officially began their Work and Travel Program deployment with Houston Astros LLC in Texas, United States, on May 13, as retail store associates through the support of First Place Inc.

The students were John Cyruz Austrial and Irvin Gabriel Amparo of the Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management program, and Geronimo Herrera of the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program.

MSEUF, together with First Place Inc., celebrated the milestone as part of the university’s continuing effort to provide students with international learning and work opportunities. The program allowed the students to gain practical workplace exposure, strengthen their professional skills and broaden their cultural understanding in a global setting.

Through their deployment, the students will experience an international work environment that supports their growth as globally competitive professionals and responsible citizens.

The university extended its congratulations to Austrial, Amparo and Herrera and wished them success, growth, meaningful experiences and safe travels throughout their journey abroad.

The achievement reflected MSEUF’s commitment to student-centered and outcomes-oriented education by helping students learn through real-world experiences beyond the classroom. It also supported the university’s goal of developing graduates with professional competence, global readiness and a strong sense of responsibility.

The deployment aligned with Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation’s vision of becoming a globally competitive university and its mission of producing graduates with professionalism, leadership and real-world competence. It also reflected the core values of Excellence, Fortitude and Unity by encouraging students to pursue global opportunities, adapt to international work environments and represent the university with pride.

• SDG 4: Quality Education – The program promoted global learning opportunities and skills development through international workplace exposure.
• SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – The deployment supported productive employment experience and helped students prepare for future professional roles.
• SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – The initiative strengthened collaboration among MSEUF, First Place Inc. and international industry partners.