The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) received two major recognitions during the Healthy Settings Recognition and Awarding conducted by the Department of Health (DOH) Region XII through its Health Promotion Unit on September 29, 2026, at The Farm, Carpenter Hill, Koronadal City. USM was recognized as the Outstanding Health Promotion Integrated National Service Training Program (NSTP) – Public Higher Education Institution Category and received the Most Outstanding NSTP-CWTS award for strong alignment with the Health Promotion Framework Strategy (HPFS) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The DOH Region XII organized the activity to recognize institutions and communities for their commitment to promoting and sustaining healthy settings through effective, innovative, and collaborative health promotion initiatives. Associate Professor Bonifacio C. Solsoloy, USM NSTP Director, received the awards together with NSTP Heads Dr. Joel Misanes, Associate Prof. Winnie T. Reyno, Associate Prof. Jeson Donque, and staff Rhea Mae P. Coloma. The DOH also conferred a Certificate of Appreciation to Associate Professor Solsoloy for his active involvement and participation in the Outstanding Health Promotion Integrated NSTP Program 2025–2026. He likewise received a Certificate of Recognition as the Most Outstanding NSTP Director. According to Solsoloy, the recognition reflects the collective efforts of the NSTP personnel, faculty coordinators, and support units. The program also benefited from strong institutional support, coordinated implementation, and careful preparation of documents and activities. He added that in order meet these standards for the awards, the USM NSTP integrated health promotion into its forums, campaigns, and community immersions. Activities focused on healthy lifestyles, environmental care, vaccination, and health literacy. The awarding strengthened the partnership between the DOH and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) in advancing health promotion initiatives and healthy settings across the region.

Goal 03: Good Health and Well-Being

October 6, 2026

Published by Loynei Frias Sumalinog at October 6, 2026

USM Receives Recognitions from DOH XII

The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) received two major recognitions during the Healthy Settings Recognition and Awarding conducted by the Department of Health (DOH) Region XII […]

October 6, 2026

Published by Jimwell Pande at October 6, 2026

COM Marks Mental Health Awareness Month Through “Colors of Healing” Launch

In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, the College of Medicine (COM) of the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) launched the “Colors of Healing” project on […]

October 1, 2026

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USM Employees Gather for Fun Run, Launch Gulahay Initiative

The teaching and non-teaching personnel of the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) gathered for the Fun Run and Gulahay (Gulay Para sa Buhay) on September 29, […]

September 28, 2026

Published by Charlotte Andrea Tutor at September 28, 2026

USM Hosts Invitational Games with HEIs Beyond Region XII

The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) gathered higher education institutions (HEIs) from different parts of Mindanao for the Hadja Bai Fatima Matabay Namli Plang Invitational Games […]

September 17, 2026

Published by Charlotte Andrea Tutor at September 17, 2026

USM, DA-PhilRice Midsayap Discuss RICEponsible Campaign

The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) is set to support the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rice Research Institute (DA-PhilRice) Midsayap in promoting responsible rice consumption following a […]

September 10, 2026

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USM Joins Civil Service Fun Run

The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) employees joined fellow public servants in the Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA) Fun Run on September 4, 2026, in Makilala, […]

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