Providence University

To promote international academic exchange and collaboration, Providence University welcomed Dr. Hermenegildo Cohene Velázquez, President of Universidad Nacional de Itapúa (UNI) in Paraguay, and his delegation on November 25, 2025. This historic visit marks Providence University's ongoing efforts in internationalization and academic cooperation, aimed at strengthening ties with top global academic institutions and expanding the university's influence in the international academic community.

During the visit, Providence University and Universidad Nacional de Itapúa officially signed a cooperation agreement. This agreement will promote the exchange of students and faculty between the two universities, as well as the development of joint research initiatives. Through this partnership, Providence University faculty and students will have more opportunities to participate in international academic activities and expand their cross-border collaboration efforts.

Since 2014, Providence University has actively promoted international exchanges and internship programs through its Department of Spanish Language and Literature. The university has established strong partnerships with companies in several Spanish-speaking countries and regions, offering students internship opportunities in countries such as Paraguay, Spain, Mexico, Nicaragua, Colombia, and Argentina. These experiences not only deepen students’ understanding of Spanish-speaking countries but also enhance their professional skills and international perspectives. Between 2014 and 2019, many students from the Department of Spanish Language and Literature interned in Paraguay, establishing deep ties with local businesses. Moreover, Providence University successfully sent students to Paraguay for internships through international cooperation programs in 2021 and 2025. Currently, a student from the Department of Spanish Language and Literature is interning in Asunción, the capital of Paraguay, further strengthening their professional development and preparing them for their future careers.

During the visit, the Paraguayan delegation also held discussions with Taiwan's Ministry of Education to explore ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and provide more international learning and development opportunities for Providence University students and faculty. These collaborations will open up more scholarship and support programs, expanding Providence University’s influence in global education.

Providence University will continue to deepen its collaboration with international academic institutions and provide more opportunities for students to gain global experience. This will further strengthen the university's position in the global academic community and cultivate future leaders with an international perspective.