Rosefel Iritz Maghuyop

As part of the observance of March as fire-prevention month, the Campus Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) at Mindanao State University at Naawan (MSUN) conducted a Fire Safety Lecture and Hands-on Drills on March 20, 2024 at the MSUN Training and Students Activity Center and oval. The event commenced with a comprehensive fire safety lecture delivered by SFO2 Arvie C. Fernandez from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP). This lecture aimed to educate participants on essential fire safety measures, protocols, and best practices. Following the lecture, members of the BFP demonstrated practical fire safety drills. These drills included proper techniques for handling fire extinguishers, managing leaking LPG (liquefied petroleum gas), operating fire hoses and nozzles, and participating in a water bucket relay. These hands-on activities were designed to equip attendees with the necessary skills to respond effectively in case of a fire emergency. The event garnered active participation from both students and employees of MSUN, emphasizing the importance of collective awareness and preparedness in fire safety. As the event concluded, Asst. Prof. Jay Philmore B. Ansale, the Coordinator of CDRRMO, delivered closing remarks and facilitated the distribution of certificates to the members of BFP. Overall, the Fire Safety Lecture and Hands-on Drills organized by CDRRMO aimed to enhance participants’ knowledge and practical skills in fire safety, contributing to a safer and more prepared campus community.

For monitoring and compliance of Mindanao State University at Naawan’s (MSUN) offered academic programs, the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office-X (CHEDRO-X) officials visited MSUN on January 17, 2024. CHEDRO-X evaluators present were Dr. Miriam B. Fuentes as the Team Leader, Mr. Elmer C. Lopez, Ms. Rosemae Lumasag, Ms. Sarah Jane G. Medez, Mr. Daryl Glenn B. Pamplona, Ms. Susan Daisy Raagas, and Mr. Mark Godfrey D. Torres. They were welcomed with a short program and were introduced to the colleges’ deans. “So there are still 16 programs that have no COPC [(Certificate of Program Compliance)] yet. Today, we are hoping that you can comply with at least the minimum requirements of CHED, and we can give you the COPC, if there’s a need to,” said Dr. Miriam B. Fuentes, Chief Education Program Specialist and the Team Leader of the COPC Evaluators. After the short program, evaluators proceeded with the evaluation of the library, student affairs and services, and different academic programs offered by every college. “The issuance of COPC from CHED affirms MSU at Naawan’s commitment of giving quality education, that our programs complied with the minimum standards set by the Commission. Not only that, having this certification also means that we can apply for higher level of accreditation of our programs,” said Assistant Professor Gergie A. Ambato, Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs. Finally, during the post-conference for the discussion and presentation of the results of the findings, there was a fruitful discussion stressing the growth and progress of MSUN in terms of faculty profile, facilities, and student services. Although there were comments and suggestions for the further improvement of the campus, MSUN is determined to comply with everything for the COPC status.

Bringing together products for technology and smart solutions for agriculture, the Ankara University – Faculty of Agriculture will organize the first International Agriculture Technology Festival on May 13-15, 2024 at its university grounds in the Agricultural Faculty campus in Ankara, Türkiye.  Anticipated to draw participation from over 100 organizations and companies of more than 200 participants and not fewer than 5,000 visitors both domestic and international, the festival serves as a platform for showcasing cutting-edge advancements and innovations in agricultural technology. The event is expected to feature a wide range of products, services, and solutions designed to enhance and modernize various aspects of agriculture. Among the distinguished partner universities involved in this international gathering is the Mindanao State University at Naawan (MSUN). This collaboration underscores the significance of global academic partnerships in fostering innovation and knowledge exchange. Thus, the participation of MSUN as a partner university not only enhances the international scope of the festival but also highlights the commitment to collaboration between Ankara University and MSUN. Furthermore, this partnership is a direct result of the ongoing academic collaboration between Ankara University and MSUN.  Through initiatives like the International Agriculture Technology Festival, these institutions are not only contributing to the dissemination of knowledge but also creating opportunities for joint research, technology transfer, and the exchange of expertise in the realm of agricultural sciences. Additionally, the festival serves as a testament to the power of collaboration in advancing agricultural technology and addressing the evolving needs of the global agricultural community. If you wish to know more about the festival, visit their website at: https://agrifest.ankara.edu.tr/en

Acquiring knowledge in product development, marketing, and entrepreneurship is paramount to successfully creating and managing an enterprise. Such knowledge allows individuals to understand the market, develop effective products and marketing strategies, and establish a sustainable enterprise that can prosper over time. As part of the Samdhana-funded project on community-based enterprise development and skills enhancement for socio-economic transformation, a seminar on product development, marketing, and entrepreneurship was conducted last February 28, 2023 with our partner beneficiaries in Brgy. Balintad, Manticao, Misamis Oriental. This seminar is a crucial component of the social preparation phase of the project, aimed at equipping our partner beneficiaries with the necessary skills to effectively manage their tilanggit production enterprise. We are privileged to have had the expertise of esteemed faculty members, Mr. Stephen Jhon V. Magoncia and Ms. Djannez M. Dadole, from the College of Business Administration and Accountancy, who shared their insights on product innovation, entrepreneurship, and basic marketing during the seminar. We hold high hopes that our partner beneficiaries will leverage the knowledge and strategies gained during the seminar to develop and sustain their enterprise successfully.