SM Malls in Batangas and De La Salle Lipa renews academic partnership for another three years today, April 2, 2025 at SM City Lipa.
Building on the success of the partnership which started last 2023, the renewed partnership will include a new immersion program for senior high school students in addition to the already established on-the-job training (OJT) and career opportunities for graduating students.
This partnership between SM Malls in Batangas and De La Salle Lipa provides invaluable practical experience and career pathways for students, bridging the gap between academic learning and the demands of the professional world.
The renewal of academic partnership was sealed through a ceremonial MOA signing graced by De La Salle Lipa officials headed by the Institution Chancellor Dr. Teodosia Suarez, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Dr. Tessie M. Palma, Director for External Linkages & International Relations Grace Sanchez and External Linkages Officer Celeste Alpino together with SM SAVP for Mall Operations South Regions Engr. John Jason Terrenal, SM South 4 Regional Operations Head Juan Marius Cortez, SM City Lipa Mall Manager John Mauhay and SM City Lipa Senior Human Resources Manager Amy Diaz, reaffirming their shared commitment to fostering academic excellence, professional development, and career opportunities for the next generation of leaders.|
