Pearl Stephanie D. Ulep is the Director for Strategic Partnership and Global Engagement at Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna. She leads initiatives that strengthen academic and industry linkages, support student and faculty mobility, and drive global recognition through rankings such as QS Stars and WURI. With a strong focus on employability and internationalization, Pearl helps position Mapúa MCL as a forward-thinking institution aligned with global standards and regional leadership in higher education.