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Vol. 1 No. 5

CAMPUS BUZZ
Six UM Programs Hurdle Through Level IV Reaccreditation
Observing its long-running practice of quality assurance through accreditation, six programs of the university in the undergraduate and Professional Schools successfully presented their qualifications for the Level 4 Reaccreditation with accreditors from the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA).
RESEARCH BITS
UM Researchers Propose Parking Facility Model to Address Parking and Traffic Concerns in Davao City

Researchers of University of Mindanao Professional Schools have proposed a new model for a parking facility to help the City Government of Davao address traffic congestion and improve livability in the city in general. This study, "Davao Residents’ Preference for a Proposed Parking Facility in Davao City: A Conjoint Analysis," reveals key insights into what Dabawenyos value most in a parking facility.
FEATURED POST
College of Architecture and Fine Arts Education produced Topnotcher in June 2024 Licensure Examination for Architects
RESEARCH BITS
RePET: Recycled PET Bottles as a New Frontier of Additive Manufacturing

In an era where environmental sustainability and technological innovation must go hand in hand, a team from the University’s Center of Green Nanotechnology Innovations for Environmental Solutions (CGNIES) led by Mr. Mark Angelou Siega (also a part-time faculty member of the College of Arts and Sciences Education), with the guidance of its director—Dr. Chosel Lawagon—is implementing a DOST-funded project that revolutionizes additive manufacturing by utilizing waste PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) bottles as raw materials.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
CBAE Delegate Shine in the Prestigious AMCHAM Business Plan Competition

The American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, last June 10, held its annual Business Leadership Program, which featured the highly expected Business Plan Competition. Among the prominent participants was Team TRI_UMph, a diverse group of students from various universities and disciplines nationwide who demonstrated exemplary excellence and collaboration, impressively earning 2nd place.
FEATURED POST
The Black Chair Episode 11 | Dr. Reynaldo Castro, the Vice President of ERIAO, Highlighted the University's Work in Forging Meaningful Partnerships
EXTERNAL
Walking Together: University of Mindanao – College of Teacher Education at Angels Walk for Autism 2024

University of Mindanao – College of Teacher Education have once again exemplified the spirit of community involvement by participating the Angels Walk for Autism 2024 last April 21 held at SM City Annex Activity Ground.
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