In a significant achievement for the Department of International Studies, three distinguished members have been elected to leadership positions within the Philippine International Studies Organization (PHISO) for the term spanning 2024-2026.

The newly elected officials include Prof. Lorna Israel, who will take on the role of President, Dr. Mel Reyes, assuming the dual responsibility of Executive Secretary and Vice President for Membership, and Mr. Kebart Licayan, who will serve as the Vice President for Publications.

The Philippine International Studies Organization (PHISO) stands as a trailblazing professional organization committed to advancing the field of International Relations (IR) within the Philippines. Beyond its local impact, PHISO is dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary exchange, promoting research, and facilitating knowledge sharing through workshops, conferences, and collaborative publication projects.

Congratulations to Prof. Lorna Israel, Dr. Mel Reyes, and Mr. Kebart Licayan and best wishes for a fruitful and impactful term at the helm of PHISO.