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October 20, 2026
The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) received a Plaque of Appreciation from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) XII under the Gawad Ugnayan: Excellence in Partnership and Shared Governance category during the Pasidungog 2026 on October 19, at Greenleaf Hotel, General Santos City.
The recognition highlights USM’s partnership with DILG XII and its contributions to initiatives that promote local governance through sustained cooperation and institutional collaboration.
Faculty Regent Associate Professor Engr. Willie Jones B. Saliling of the College of Engineering and Information Technology and Associate Professor Yvonne V. Saliling of the College of Arts and Social Sciences also received Certificates of Appreciation for their support and contributions as members of the Local Governance Consortium in SOCCSKSARGEN, particularly in research initiatives and the implementation of DILG XII’s programs, projects, and activities (PPAs).
The Province of Cotabato, headed by Governor Emmylou Lala Taliño Mendoza, was also among the awardees for its contributions to efforts that strengthen local governance.
In a Facebook post, Assoc. Prof. Yvonne Saliling expressed her appreciation to USM President Dr. Jonald L. Pimentel for the opportunity to represent him in receiving the institutional award, as well as for her individual recognition.
She also expressed gratitude to the DILG XII family for the recognition and continued partnership.
Through its partnership with DILG XII and participation in the Local Governance Consortium in SOCCSKSARGEN, USM continues to contribute its academic and research expertise to initiatives that support local government programs and community development.
