The McKeough Marine Center functions as the research and social development arm of the Xavier University, focusing on the coastal and marine environment in Northern Mindanao.The center is engaged in various projects such as: Upscaling Community Initiatives Towards Sustainable Integrated Area Development; Sustainable Integrated Farming System for Upland Farmers; Community Organizing for AMORE Communities; Sustainable Conservation and Resource Enhancement.
Capacity development initiatives: the Centre has developed training modules on Participatory Organizational and Project Management for Social Development Leaders; Sustainable Agriculture with Focus on Food Security, Farming Technologies and Community-Based Resource Management; Project Monitoring and Evaluation and Process Documentation; and Development Action Plan.
Contacts:
Fr Mars P Tan SJ, University President
President’s Office, Xavier University-Ateneo De Cagayan, Philippines 9000
Email: op@xu.edu.ph
(088) 853-9800 Local 9000 or 9001
Official website:
http://www.xu.edu.ph/university-president