Vol. 2 No. 1

Unveiling the Freshest Volume: ConnectUM’s Newest Edition is Here!

RESEARCH BITS
Dabawenyos Divided on Divorce Bill: Survey

The University of Mindanao-Institute of Popular Opinion (IPO-UM) recently shows that Dabawenyos are still divided over the Absolute Divorce Bill as 30.7 percent of the constituents remained neutral, 25.5 percent supported and another 25.5 percent strongly supported the bill.

RESEARCH BITS
PreMeSS (Predicting Meat Supply System): A Decision Support System for Forecasting Meat Supply in Davao City using Geospatial and Predictive Analytics for National Meat Inspection Services RTOC XI

With African Swine Fever (ASF) prevalence and bird flu cases in the region, public health and safety are always at risk, and partnered with inadequate disease outbreak management, meat products may be unjustly recalled, resulting in financial losses and harm to the industry's reputation.

CAMPUS BUZZ
University of Mindanao at 78: Celebrating a Legacy of Excellence and Unity

The University of Mindanao’s 78th founding anniversary on July 26, 2024, was a momentous occasion honoring the institution's legacy, achievements, and contributions to the city and country. This event celebrated the university's journey from its humble beginnings to its evolution into a leading institution of learning and innovation. Reflecting on the past, it acknowledged the vision of the founders and highlighted the milestones reached by UM's current workforce.

RESEARCH BITS
Mansaka Women Entrepreneurs: A Story to Tell

UM Tagum College – A study conducted by undergraduate student-researchers from the Tourism Management Program on Mansaka women entrepreneurs uncovers the distinctive challenges they face, their experiences in marketing tourism-related products, and the coping strategies they employ for success.

EXTERNAL
Davao del Sur Embraces ProWESS System for Streamlined Scholarship Renewals

UM Digos College - Marking a significant step in streamlining educational opportunities and support for students, the Provincial Government of Davao del Sur, under the leadership of Governor Yvonne R. Cagas, proudly introduced the ProWESS (Provincial Workforce Enabling Scholarship System) Project during the annual renewal of scholarship applications on August 5, 2024. 

INTERNATIONALIZATION
UM-UBJ Conducts Webinar for Sports and Physical Education Programs

The University of Mindanao, College of Teacher Education (CTE) and Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya, Fakultas Ilmu Pendidikan (UBJ) successfully conducted a collaborative webinar titled "Coaching Behavior and Sports Confidence of Athletes" on July 9, 2024. This event was a significant step towards the internationalization goals of both institutions, fostering collaboration and the exchange of best practices in sports and physical education.

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
LM Students Achieve Prestigious Recognition at Ayala Young Leaders Congress

MR. JERU SHALLOM A. MANUEL, a third-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Legal Management and the current President of the LEXIUM organization, reached a noteworthy milestone by participating and qualifying in the esteemed Ayala Young Leaders Congress from July 1-6, 2024, sponsored by the Ayala Group of Companies.

EXTERNAL
College of Teacher Education Continues Environmental Advocacy with Balik Bakawan Program 2.0

The College of Teacher Education (CTE) at the University of Mindanao reaffirmed its commitment to environmental successful implementation of the Year conservation with the 2 of Balik Bakawan program. This initiative, which combines coastal clean-up efforts with mangrove planting activities, took place on May 25, 2024, along the Bago-Talomo Coastal Road, Brgy 75-A, Matina Aplaya, Talomo District, Davao City.

EXTERNAL
UM Digos Brings Home Recognitions from BIGKIS 2024

As the regional representative of Region XI to the different competitions organized by the Commission on Higher Education, UM Digos College (UMDC) brought two prestigious awards during the BIGKIS 2024: 1st Philippine Higher Education Conference on Indigenous People held on July 4 – 5, 2024 at the Bukidnon State University. These awards are the 2 nd Runner Up for the Creative Contemporary Dance Competition and Champion for the Vocal Solo Competition.