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Bridging Academia and Industry: THC Sends Off 31 Intern Students to Hospitality and Culinary Sectors
Bridging the gap between academic knowledge and practical skills, the Tourism Hospitality Center (THC) officially held a sending-off ceremony today, August 22, 2026, for 31 talented intern students preparing to enter the professional workforce.
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Nurturing Minds and Hearts: GEBIRAH Completes Intense, Transformational Mission Week at Canossa School Community
The Canossa School Community recently experienced a vibrant, intense week of growth, discovery, and profound generosity as the GEBIRAH mission team conducted an extensive multi-disciplinary development programme from August 9 to 16, 2026. Led by Tony Tan, the visionary founder of GEBIRAH, this dedicated group brought immense energy, compassion, and structured support to our students and staff.
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"Together, we continue the Canossian mission of educating minds and transforming hearts"
On 18 June 2026, the community of the Instituto Profissional de Canossa (IPDC) had the joy and privilege of welcoming Mother General, Madre Sandra Maggiolo, during her canonical visit to the Canossian educational community.
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IPDC signs 2026 FPP Grants to Advance Research on Gender Equality and Quality Education
The Instituto Profissional de Canossa (IPDC) today signed the funding agreement for the 2026 Small Grants Fund (FPP) at the Embassy of Portugal in Dili. The project is supported by Camões, I.P., through the Embassy of Portugal in Timor-Leste.
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Sandcastle Design Competition – “My Sea, My Timor”
The Department of THC proudly participated in the sandcastle drawing competition held as part of the National Ocean Week, celebrated from June 3 to June 8, 2026. The event was organized by the Ministry of Tourism and Environment under the inspiring theme “My Sea, My Timor.”
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Celebration of Saint Magdalene of Canossa, Patron Saint of IPDC
This year, the celebration of 8 May—the liturgical feast day of Saint Magdalene of Canossa, the Foundress and Patron Saint of IPDC—was marked with great joy, unity, and enthusiasm through a variety of activities organized by each school.
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Handover Ceremony of the SEIPCA Leadership to the New Team
On 8 May 2026, during the Holy Mass celebrated in honor of Saint Magdalene of Canossa, the official handover ceremony of the SEIPCA Student Organization leadership was solemnly conducted at IPDC. After the concluding prayer and before the final blessing, Vanessa do Carmo and the entire new leadership team stepped forward before the altar to make their pledge of fidelity and commitment to the responsibilities entrusted to them. The event marked an important moment of leadership transition and continuity within the student community.
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IPDC Research Centre Conducts Capacity-Building Training for Junior Researchers
As part of the ongoing development of the Research Centre of the Instituto Profissional de Canossa (IPDC), a capacity-building training program is currently being conducted for junior researchers who will serve as research assistants in field-based research activities. The training aims to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to support data collection, organization, and analysis in applied research projects undertaken by the IPDC Research Centre.
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Farewell to a Dedicated Leader and Educator
With profound sorrow and deep sadness, we extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Dr. José Honório da C. P. Jerónimo, Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Culture, who departed this life on 21 April 2026.
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Promoting Laudato Si - Canossa V.E.R.D.E on Earth day
On 22 April 2026, in celebration of Earth Day, the members of the Students’ Senate of IPDC (SEIPCA) organized a meaningful tree-planting activity in JP II Hill to promote environmental awareness and contribute to the preservation of nature. The activity brought together students who shared the same commitment to protecting the environment and creating a greener future for the next generations.
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Professors and Staff of IPDC Celebrate Year-End Bonding at Kaitehu Beach
The Instituto Profissional de Canossa (IPDC) marked the close of the academic year with a joyful seaside bonding activity at Kaitehu Beach, Liquiça.
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XI GRADUATION CEREMONY OF INSTITUTO PROFISSIONAL DE CANOSSA INSPIRES HOPE AND EXCELLENCE
XI GRADUATION CEREMONY
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