April 2024

With the theme “Honing and Unleashing Greatness in You through Activities and Wellness” (HUGYAW), the Physical Education (PE) instructors of Mindanao State University at Naawan – College of Education and Social Sciences (MSUN-CESS) kicked off the annual PE Day on April 26, 2024. Through the efforts of Assoc. Prof. Rosevel B. Colegado, Asst. Prof. Jay Philmore B. Ansale, Ms. Odette D. Otero, Mr. Jestone Navarrete, Mr. Ivan Jee Juezan, and Mr. Kevin Luzano, the inception of the first PE Day became a reality. The event began an hour before dawn with an Endurance Hike from MSUN-Integrated Developmental School to Barangays Patag, Don Pedro, and Tiwi, then back to Poblacion and concluding at the MSUN campus with students enrolled in PED014: Choice of Team Sports, Outdoor, and Adventure Activities, assisted by selected Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) Officers. After the hike, participants engaged in Camp Pitching and Camp Cooking activities, fostering camaraderie and practical skills in outdoor settings. Meanwhile, other students initiated volleyball and soccer tournaments on the MSUN grounds. The program officially started in the afternoon with presentations of TABATA, TAEBO, Aerobic, Zumba, and Agilhythm Exercises by different first and second-year students. The program was graced by the presence of Asst. Prof. Aileen Joyce C. Lim, the Chairperson of MSUN-CESS Department of Social Science and Humanities, who warmly welcomed the participants, and Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs Asst. Prof. Gergie A. Ambato, who delivered an inspiring message, acknowledging the energy and effort put forth by everyone involved. “We see the tension, we see the pressure, we see the stress, and that translates to energy that you gave today,” highlighted Asst. Prof. Ambato. Subsequently, the declaration of winners took place, awarding teams that demonstrated great strength and vigor in sports. Asst. Prof. Ansale gave the closing remarks, expressing gratitude to all the participants for their invaluable participation, before the mob dance led by PE instructors concluded the first annual PE day.

On April 19, 2024, the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD) paid a visit to Mindanao State University at Naawan (MSUN) to conduct implementation briefing on the project “𝙀𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩-𝙁𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙮 𝙀𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙮𝙣𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙐𝙧𝙚𝙖 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝘾𝙊2 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙉𝙞𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙍𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝘿𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝘾𝙪-𝘽𝙖𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝘽𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙘 𝙉𝙖𝙣𝙤𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙮𝙨𝙩𝙨”. DOST-PCIEERD delegates present were: 𝗠𝘀. 𝗘𝗱𝗻𝗮 𝗖. 𝗡𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗼, Chief, Emerging Technology Development Division (ETDD); 𝗠𝘀. 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗗. 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝗮, Senior SRS ETDD; 𝗠𝗿. 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝘇 𝗬. 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗼, Lead Project Manager for the project; and 𝗠𝘀. 𝗝𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗥𝗼𝘇𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲, Project Manager. They were warmly welcomed by MSUN Chancellor, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗘𝗹𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗖. 𝗥𝗼𝗮, along with 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝘁. 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳. 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗻, Director for Procurement, 𝗠𝘀. 𝗝𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗩𝗶𝗮𝗱𝗼, University Accountant, and several representatives from the accounting and budget office. Further, the project team includes 𝗗𝗿. 𝗥𝗲𝘆 𝗬. 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 as the Project Leader, supported by 𝗠𝘀. 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲, 𝗠𝘀. 𝗔𝗺𝘆𝘇𝘇 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮, and 𝗠𝗿. 𝗝𝗵𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗼 𝗖. 𝗔𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗯𝗼 as Project Technical Assistants, 𝗠𝘀. 𝗠𝗶𝗸𝗲𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝘆 𝗥𝗼𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘇 as Project Administrative Staff, and 𝗠𝘀. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆𝗯𝗲𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗧. 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮 as a CIP Graduate Research Fellow. During the briefing, the delegates had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the members of the project team, establishing a connection that fosters collaboration and effective communication throughout the project’s duration. They engaged in discussions to outline the specific requirements and guidelines crucial for the smooth implementation of the project, ensuring that everyone involved understands their roles and responsibilities. Additionally, the meeting provided a platform to address any uncertainties or questions related to budget allocation, reprogramming procedures, and the necessary approvals required, all of which are vital elements for ensuring the project’s success.  By clarifying these aspects upfront, the team can proactively address potential challenges and maintain a clear pathway towards achieving the project’s objectives within the designated timeframe and budget constraints.

With the commencement of Phase II of the Mindanao State University at Naawan’s (MSUN) digitalization efforts, the joint venture of Infobytes Solutions Inc. and Remax International Inc. held an On-site Project Kick-off for the project “𝙎𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝘿𝙞𝙜𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙀𝙣𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚” on April 16, 2024, at MSUN. At the kick-off event, key stakeholders from MSUN and the implementing companies came together to unveil the project’s management teams and lay out strategic plans. The MSUN project management team is headed by Chancellor Dr. Elnor C. Roa, while Comm. Raymund E. Liboro oversees the joint venture of contractors Infobytes Solutions Inc. and Remax International Inc. “Today marks the beginning of an incredible journey as we embark on our one-billion-peso project, together. In this kick-off meeting, I would like to emphasize three things: one is the importance of efficiency, second is timeliness, and third is accountability, in the execution of the project,” said Dr. Roa during her welcome remarks. Building upon the success of Phase I, which included Smart Aquaculture, Phase II brings a new dimension with Smart Agriculture initiatives. This phase introduces the Technology Application of Neural Intelligence in Mechanized (TANIM) Agriculture System and the Advanced Watershed Rehabilitation Management Information System (AWaRe MIS) for the College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Environmental Science (CAFES) while also extending the connectivity towards remote areas around CAFES. Additionally, Phase II includes the Smart Modular Learning Hub, enhancing the groundwork laid in Phase I and ensuring a seamless transition into a digitally optimized educational environment. The project’s overarching goal is to revolutionize the learning experience through comprehensive digital transformation, addressing critical needs for a smart campus. Leveraging state-of-the-art technologies and innovative solutions, this initiative aims to cultivate an environment conducive to unparalleled educational opportunities and the seamless integration of digital tools across all facets of campus life. From streamlining administrative workflows to enriching interactive learning platforms, the project is poised to elevate MSUN’s academic ecosystem to unprecedented levels of efficiency, efficacy, and student engagement.

To recognize students exceptional academic achievement, the Mindanao State University at Naawan – Integrated Developmental School (MSUN-IDS) conducted 3rd Junior High School (JHS) Reading of Honors at the MSUN Training and Students Activity Center on April 5, 2024. Assoc. Prof. Rosalina L. Divinagracia, Principal of MSUN-IDS, commenced the day’s proceedings by extending a warm welcome to students and parents, applauding their notable accomplishments. Furthermore, Chancellor Dr. Elnor C. Roa, delivered her inspirational message urging them to persist in the pursuit of excellence. “To all students, I encourage you to continue pursuing excellence, to believe in yourselves, and to never shy away from reaching for your dreams. Each of you has unique talents and strengths that make you special. Embrace these qualities, work hard, and strive to be the best version of yourselves,” said Dr. Roa. After the reading of honors, the eagerly awaited Mr. and Ms. ReSciMaTech 2024 contest commenced, filling the MSUN TSAC with excitement. Participants from Grades 7 to 12 competed through advocacy videos and discussions on topics related to Research, Science, Mathematics, and Information Technology, showcasing their creativity and knowledge. Candidates from Grade 7 to 12 vied for the title through their advocacy video, wit in explaining the hashtags with topics from Research, Science, Mathematics, and Information Technology subjects, centering on the impact on educational landscape and the society, and recycled materials outfits. As the candidates were down to the top three, they were finally challenged in explaining the picture given to them. These are the results: 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝗠𝗿. 𝗥𝗲𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗠𝗮𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 – Grade 12 – 𝘿𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙙 𝙍𝙚𝙮 𝘾. 𝙑𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝘂𝗽 – Grade 10 – 𝙂𝙖𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙡 𝙇𝙖𝙬𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙈. 𝙀𝙜𝙖𝙮 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝘂𝗽 – Grade 8 – 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙠 𝘼𝙯𝙧𝙖𝙛 𝘿. 𝘼𝙘𝙚𝙙𝙤 𝐅𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝗠𝘀. 𝗥𝗲𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗠𝗮𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 – Grade 10 – 𝙁𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝘽. 𝙌𝙪𝙞ñ𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙨 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝘂𝗽 – Grade 12 – 𝘼𝙞𝙧𝙖 𝘽𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙖 𝙎. 𝘿𝙚 𝙡𝙖𝙨 𝘼𝙡𝙖𝙨 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝘂𝗽 – Grade 11 – 𝙅𝙪𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙣 𝙇𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙔. 𝙍𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙡 These achievers were awarded plaques, rice, various cash prizes, and coupons from event sponsors, celebrating their accomplishments and contributions to the academic community.