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The University of Southern Mindanao held its annual In-House Review for student research on May 30, 2025, at the University Commercial Building, Kabacan, Cotabato.
A total of 28 oral presentations, 22 poster submissions, and 11 pitch decks were presented that covered topics in science, social science, and innovation. This year, the event also introduced a pitching category that provided the students a chance to present their ideas in a more dynamic and engaging way.
Meanwhile, Professor Emeritus Dr. Naomi G. Tangonan, Dr. Ma. Teodora N. Cabasan, and Engr. Renel M. Alucilja evaluated entries under the Science category. For Social Science, the panel included Dr. Lorna G. Valdez (Retired Professor), Prof. Rowell Nitafan, and Prof. Khristine Joy G. Arellano. Additionally, Dr. Ivy Mar B. Cabornida, Dr. Joel V. Misanes, and Dr. Marilyn P. Calub comprised the Innovation panel, while Dr. Josephine R. Migalbin, Dr. Maricel G. Dayaday, and Dr. Cheryl Y. Dulay assessed entries in the Food and Non-Food segments of the Product/Technology Pitching. The panelists provided constructive feedback and expert insights to help participants enhance their work.
An exhibit was also held that displayed innovations and services from different partners of the university. In support of the event, the Provincial Government sent its official representative to attend and witness the presentations.
In her message, Dr. Debbie Marie B. Verzosa, Vice President for Research, Development, and Extension, highlighted the university’s direction for RDE.
“We aim not just to be a research university but also an entrepreneurial university, where ideas can grow into solutions that impact our communities.” She expressed.
The following are the winners of the event:
Science Category
(Paper Presentation)
1st Place- Manuel Lisondra (Adviser: Jonald L. Pimentel)
2nd Place- Roy A. Aribon (Adviser: Kathleen Mae B. Alucilja)
3rd Place- Elinor M. Fernandez (Adviser: Tamie C. Solpot)
(Poster Presentation)
1st Place- Shandy Claire Lavilla (Adviser: Khris June L. Callano)
2nd Place-Rhea A. Deita (Adviser: Cyrelle M. Besana & Maria Elena N. Tanabe)
3rd Place- Yvonn Jay L. Guleng (Adviser: AP Warren P. Adamat)
Social Science Category
(Paper Presentation)
1st Place- Raisa A. Lidasan (Adviser: Jay-R G. Vildac)
2nd Place- Frannie Shane V. Pineda (Adviser: Maria Elena N. Tanabe)
3rd Place- Kyla Charmaine B. Rosario (Adviser: Sandra Angela Bangcaya)
(Poster Presentation)
1st Place- Janicah A. Cañete (Adviser: Chrislam S. Mantawil)
2nd Place- Xydnne Chryswenson G. Campano (Adviser: Lothy F. Casim)
3rd Place- Heinz-Kurtweill Perez (Adviser: Maria Angelika T. Balungay)
Innovation Category
(Paper Presentation)
1st Place- Lovely Jane M. Escarilla (Adviser: JP E. Fortinez)
2nd Place- Janine Kaye F. Carbonel (Adviser: Bryan Bretaña)
3rd Place- Ryan Dave C. Dayaga, Edgar M. Elevado Jr., and Franc Kyzel T. Mosquera (Adviser: Marc Macbeth Toledo)
Pitching Category
Food Products
1st Place- Jacqueyah Tando (Adviser: Carlito Basay Jr.)
2nd Place- Coleen Faye T. Remotin (Adviser: Mitzi Aileen Alba)
3rd Place- Jerome Calago (Adviser: Harem R. Roca)
Non-Food Products
1st Place- Leilanie O. Araro (Adviser: Joy Sharon Gamido)
2nd Place- Beth Ferleah C. Hanginon (Adviser: Maria Elena N. Tanabe)
3rd Place- Georgita B. Ebarle (Adviser: Jurhamid C. Imlan)
The 10th Student In-House Review was guided by its theme “Empowering Minds, Bridging Disciplines: Advancing Solutions Through Science, Society, and Innovation”.
Photos: Rey John Cortez
