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SEARSOLIN is a research and social outreach unit of Xavier University (XU). It operates toward the attainment of the university’s vision by becoming “a premier Asian leadership institute for social justice and holistic formation of leaders”.

The Institute has 50 years experience of forming leaders and initiating innovative programs graduating over 2,000 rural leaders from 59 countries in Asia and Africa.  The institute also manages a training facility that is strategically located in Northern Mindanao, Philippines.

Vision

SEARSOLIN is the premier Asian leadership institute for social justice and the holistic formation of leaders.

Mission

In the context of diversity and cultures of developing countries, SEARSOLIN commits to help the poor for social development.

Brief History

SEARSOLIN was founded by the great Jesuit visionary Fr. William F. Masterson, SJ in 1964. He received the prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award for establishing the institute. SEARSOLIN has been one of Asia's leading institutes for rural social leadership. It has carried on the legacy of its founder in forming and training over two thousand leaders from Asia, Africa and the Pacific.

Established in March 2015, the Institute of Land Governance was formed to help address organizations in settling land concerns. It is engaged by the International Land Coalition in offering land use/zoning training programs. It is also the co-publisher of Abp. Ledesma’s book: Land Reform in East and Southeast Asia 1930 -80. ILG heads the MPM – MRD Batch 2 of 142 students. It has engaged with various stakeholders as it was the lead sponsor in students and farmers Forum of the International Year of Family Farming (IYFF) in Ozamiz.

Name and Designation Photo
Thieza C Verdijo
Coordinator
Casandra Hilary B Emata
Project Officer
Xyla Mercedita E Gualberto
Project Assistant

 

Vision

ILG is a leading global knowledge center that builds capacities of emerging leaders on resource governance towards sustainable rural development by 2020

Mission

ILG equips emerging leaders on resource governance through instruction, research and outreach

Goals

  • Graduated 100 emerging leaders in Asia by 2018
  • Formulated resource books and manuals on tools and strategies on resource governance
  • Assisted in mitigating conflicts and improving access of rural poor to productive resources

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Created on Thursday, 17 July 2025 16:30
The International Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU) convened its 2025 Assembly, emphasizing the theme “Our Mission in Challenging Times,” at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá, Colombia, from 30 June to 3 July 2025. This pivotal event marked the third Assembly organized by the IAJU and assembled over 180 presidents, rectors,...
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Created on Thursday, 17 July 2025 12:24
by Meckhan Tagarda Candidates each representing the competing school for the Olympic torch. Photo by CEAP 2025 - Catherine Dema-ala, Myrtle Reyes In the spirit of magis and Xavier University excellence, our athletes delivered a CEAP 2025 performance to remember. Last 2 to 6 June 2025, Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan Crusaders...
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Created on Thursday, 17 July 2025 11:33
On 11 June 2025, the XU Community joined together for the Post Accreditation Thanksgiving hosted by the Office of the Vice President for Higher Education (OVPHE). Fr Mars P Tan, SJ presided the Celebration of the Eucharist. In his homily, he discussed he highlighted that the thanksgiving should be threefold: Gratitude...
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Created on Thursday, 17 July 2025 10:20
Xavier University continues its commitment to global engagement and intercultural understanding, with its recent participation in the 2025 Deusto International Staff Program/lended Intensive Program. Hosted by the University of Deusto in Spain, this prestigious program, centered on “Interculturality: A Cornerstone in Higher Education,” brought together a diverse cohort of 27...
Xavier University, Mabuhay Vinyl sign MB...
Created on Thursday, 17 July 2025 09:37
Last 3 July 2025, Xavier University and Mabuhay Vinyl Corporation signed a Memorandum of Agreement at the AVR 8. The document outlines the details regarding the partnership between the two institutions in the delivery of Master in Business Administration (MBA) program to Mabuhay Vinyl's selected scholars. This coming Academic Year...
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Created on Thursday, 17 July 2025 08:39
Xavier University Basic Ed registrars and LIS coordinators attend the two-day orientation at the Department of Education Division Office in Cagayan de Oro. (Supplied photo) The Basic Education registrars of Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan took part in the two-day orientation on the Beginning of School Year (BOSY) Learner Information...
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Created on Monday, 14 July 2025 08:00
The Xavier University College of Engineering is thrilled to announce the beginning of an exciting new partnership with Century Pacific Food Inc (CNPF), one of the Philippines' leading food companies. Representatives from both institutions met last 24 June 2025 at the College of Engineering Building for an exploratory meeting aimed...
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Created on Saturday, 12 July 2025 08:40
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Created on Friday, 11 July 2025 08:00
With profound gratitude and renewed purpose, the Xavier University – Junior High School (XUJHS) Tulong Dunong (TD) teachers, key administrators, and partner TD schools convened on 27 June 2025, at AVR 1 for the TD Evaluation and Planning Meeting. More than a routine gathering, it served as a meaningful reunion...
WCCI honors XU Cum Laude graduate with S...
Created on Thursday, 10 July 2025 08:00
The World Council for Curriculum and Instruction – Philippine Student Teachers’ Network (WCCI-PSTN) has conferred the Super Initiative Leader Award for AY 2024–2025 to Mr Arvie Dave S Litang—a recognition of his outstanding leadership, transformative engagement, and steadfast advocacy in education. This national award honors student-teachers who exemplify innovation, compassion,...
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Created on Wednesday, 09 July 2025 08:00
By Francis Ignatius T Rebosura Leann Roshe Zuson, a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy Pre-Law Track graduate, earned the Latin award of Magna Cum Laude during the 86th Commencement Exercises of Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan on 26 June 2025. As a recipient of the Commission on Higher Education’s Tulong...

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