Usm Monitor July 2013 Final Draft

Vol 33 • No. 1 August 2013 ISSN 0155-3773

Official quarterly newsletter of the University of Southern Mindanaocovering its four-fold functions: Instruction, Research, Extension,& Resource Generation. (An integration of the former USM RDEP Monitor and USM Newsletter)

Published by the University Public Relations and Information Office (UPRIO), USM, Kabacan, Cotabato • http://www.usm.edu.phEditor: Myrna R Tan; Editorial Advisers: Drs Leonora P Manero and Criselda C Bangoy; Consultants: Drs Emma K Sales, Francisco Gil N Garcia and Atty Christoper B Cabelin

USM MONITOR

Atty Christopher B Cabelin, legal consultant to the Office of the Representative Nancy Catamco of the 2nd Congressional District of Cotabato, was designated as Officer-in-Charge, Office of the President of the University of Southern Mindanao by virtue of CHED Special Order (CSO) No 30, series of 2013 signed and issued by Commissioner, Dr Patricia B Licuanan, chairperson, Commission on Higher Education (CHED) on June 14, 2013 at HEDC, UP Diliman Quezon City. His designation was in accordance with the provisions of Republic Act No. 8292, otherwise known as the “Higher Education Modernization Act of 1997”, particularly Article VII, Section 30 of its Implementing Rules and Regulations (CHED Memorandum Order No 3, series 2001). As the OIC-President of the University, Atty Cabelin is mandated to maintain the regularity in the vital operations of the University. Specifically, he shall discharge all the day-to-day routinary duties and responsibilities of the Office of the President; to render reports to the Board of Regents on actions taken in the performance of routinary duties as OIC, with the assistance, support and cooperation of the Vice-Presidents and other key University officials in accordance with pertinent University and other applicable rules and regulations; and endeavor at all times to maintain peace and stability in the campuses, as well as the regularity of academic as well as administrative operations of the University. His designation as OIC-President was confirmed by the USM Board of Regents by virtue of USM BOR No. 65 s. 2013, which was passed and approved

Atty Cabelin is USM new OIC-President

Dr Lope E Dapun, chairman of the Department of Accountancy at the CBDEM was awarded as the 2012-2013 Outstanding Finance Educator for Mindanao by the Finance Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX) & Deloitte Philippines on June 19, 2013 at Intercontinental Hotel, Makati, Metro Manila. Dr Dapun was nominated by the Chairman of the Business Education Committee of FINEX and was chosen by the AIM professors as a nominee to the FINEX Annual Search for Outstanding Finance Educators (OFE). In an interview, Dr Dapun said that he was hesitant to submit his documents for the OFE. He felt like “David”

Dr Lope E Dapun:Outstanding Finance Educator for Mindanao

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CHED RO XII Regional Director is Commencement Guest of Honor and Speaker

Dr Maximo C Aljibe, CESO IV, regional director, CHED XII was the guest of honor and speaker during the 67th Commencement Exercises on April 13, 2013 held at Pres Asinas Amphitheater. For this year, a total of 1,965 graduates successfully completed their course. (See list on p3) Left photo shows Dr Aljibe delivering his message during the USM 67th Graduation Day.

67th USM Baccalaureate Services and Commencement Exercises Highlights (Photos on pp 12-13)

during the Board Special Meeting held on July 11, 2013 in Davao City. He shall act as OIC in the office of the President until the new President shall have been selected and/or appointed.

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USG Turn over speeches

Jalvin James C Gaspan, USG outgoing president, delivering his speech, noting all his achievements, accomplishments, and unforgetable experiences.

Ms Kathleen Marie B Costes, incoming USG President, giving her acceptance speech.

On July 25, 2013, a University Convocation Program and Mass Induction of USG Officers were held at the USM Amphitheater. OIC-President Atty Christoper B Cabelin, gave a short inspiring message and inducted into office the new set of

USG officers. Dr Lorna G Valdez, OIC of the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, gave the welcome address. Moreover, the University Key Officials were formally introduced and presented by Ms Eleanor N Abellera, OIC-HRMDO. Dr Francisco Gil N Garcia, the OIC of the Office of the Vice President for Administrative and Finance, introduced the OIC President. (see photos)

Presentation of the University key officials

Oath-taking of USG Officers led by OIC-President, Atty Cabelin

OIC-VPAF, Dr FGN Garcia OIC-VPAA, LG Valdez OIC-HRMDO, Ms EN Abellera

University Convocation Program and Mass Induction of USG Officers held

OIC-President, Atty Christopher B Cabelin giving his inspirational message.

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OIC President in ActionFreshmen Orientation Seminar:

OIC President Atty Cabelin speaks A two-day Freshmen Orientation Seminar was conducted on June 19-20, 2013 at the University Gymnasium. OIC-President Atty Christoper B Cabelin, warmly welcomed and inspired freshmen students. The activity was sponsored by the Office of the Student Services (OSA) in partnership with the Office of the Guidance Center and University Registrar’s Office.

Meeting with USM student leaders USM OIC President, Atty Christoper B Cabelin met USM student-leaders headed by USG President Ms Kathleen Marie B Costes on June 19, 2013. He discussed with them various issues and concerns affecting the students.

Cong Nancy A Catamco extends medical assistanceHon Nancy A Catamco, representative of 2nd District Cotabato Province, extended Php 10,000 medical assistance to Dr Cynthia S Alpas, director of the Human Resource, Development, and Management Office-USM. The cash assistance was coursed through Atty Christoper B Cabelin, USM OIC-President.

Visit to the Financial

Management Services

personnel (R) and cashier’s

office (L).

Visit to the USM-Philippine Carabao Center (USM-PCC).

Attendance to College of Agriculture (CA) during the Convocation and Orientation Program on July 2, 2013.

Meeting with USM hospital personnel.

Visit to USM offices/units


A training-workshop for faculty members involved in training, research and extension was held on

February 7-8, 2013 at the University of Southeastern Philippines (USeP) Social Hall, Obrero, Davao City. It was organized by the Association of Teacher Education Institutions in Mindanao, Inc. (ATEIM). The training course, Designing Tools for Training Needs Assessment (TNA), was purposely designed to train participants in using different tools in assessing needs of target recipients for any program proposed by any organization, and expose them to the actual TNA process and data/ information gathering procedures. Invited resource

(L-R): Professor Rufo Gil Albor, UPLB and Professor Fernando V Magdato, Jr posing with the USM participants, namely: Dr Criselda C Bangoy, Ms Janice M Bangoy, Ms Agnes Rodulfa, and Ms Anita Gelacio.

Dr Romulo L Cena, director of USMARC/PICRI attended a three-day meeting-workshop in Royal Nakhara Hotel, Nong

Khai Province Thailand. It was hosted by the Rubber Research Institute of Thailand (RRIT) and the International Rubber Research and Development Board (IRRDB) based at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The meeting-workshop was organized to discuss further the previously agreed multilateral exchange of rubber clones among IRRDB member countries. During the meeting, each country was required to present a country report featuring the clone characteristics for exchange with other countries. The Philippines highlighted the characteristics of USM 1 clone approved by NSIC in 2001 (with NSIC registry No. NSIC-01-03-USM 1). USM clone is the only developed clone in the Philippines which is high yielding (2.521 k g / h a / y e a r ) dry rubber, fast growing, classified as l a t e x - t i m b e r clone under

RL Cena attends meeting-workshop in Thailand class II. The USM 1 clone is widely grown now in Mindanao. Budwood garden is now being established throughout the country. This clone is USM’s leverage for exchange with other countries. A field tour was organized after the two-day meeting-workshop where the participants had a chance to visit the Nhong Khai Rubber Research Institute with its huge track of land planted to many experimental trials of rubber from seedling evaluation trails, small scale clonal trial to large scale clonal trial. Dr Cena was the leader of the Philippine delegation, composed of Mr Rodolfo Galang of DA-BAR and Engr Roger Bagaforro of Z A M P I A R C , I p i l , Zamboanga. -mma

USM Performance in CE and ECE mid-year board exams surpasses national passing rates

Ms Maria Cristina T Robles/ Dr Nelson M Belgira

The USM performance in the 2012 board examinations for Civil and Electronics Engineering surpassed national

percentage passing rates. The Civil Engineering Licensure Examination held on May 5 & 6, 2013 yielded 18 passers out of 27 USM takers or 66.67% USM passing rate against the national passing rate of 42.84% (1,542 passers out of 3,601 takers). Similarly, in the Electronics Engineering Licensure Exam held on April 14-15, 2013 USM graduates attained 100% passing rate as against the national passing percentage of 37.21% (1,177 passers out of 3,163 takers). The ECE is the latest curricular offering of the College and has two (2) 100% passing rates. The College felt very proud of the successive 100% licensure exam passing rate achievements of its graduates during the recently concluded licensure examinations. It is expected that the good performances in the engineering board exams will be sustained. Hereunder is the complete list of the Board Exam Passers for Civil and Electronics Engineers:

New Civil Engineers: 1. Engr Michael Aduana 2. Engr Richard Jake C Bacalso 3. Engr Candao C Bationg 4. Engr Mubarak R Hussain 5. Engr Lucy Mae M Labawan 6. Engr John Monese L Langayen 7. Engr April Rovie Joy V Nahilat 8. Engr Abdul Azim D Ontok 9. Engr Mark Bonn V Pasion 10. Engr Kristine D Panes 11. Engr Frederick M Resma 12. Engr Lydia Calumba 13. Engr Anthony Flora D Flora 14. Engr Earl Bryan Monserate 15. Engr Leilani H Trabucon 16. Engr Leover June C Vista 17. Rohaina T Sapal 18. Engr Jaypee Sane A Palma

USM Percentage Passing Rate = 66.67%National Percentage Passing Rate = 42.82%

New Electronics Engineer: 1. Engr Clint A Fantonalgo

USM Percentage Passing Rate = 100%National Percentage Passing Rate = 37. 21%

USM attends Training-Workshop

persons to the said training-workshop were: Professor Rufo Gil Albor of the College of Social Sciences, UP Los Baños and Professor Fernando V Magdato, Jr. of USeP. The training outputs were TNA reports from different communities in Davao City. -jmb


The University of Southern Mindanao, together with the other SUCs from all over the country, participated in the

19th Founding Anniversary and Higher Education Week of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) on May 20-24, 2013, with the theme: “Quality and Transparency for Higher Education Reform”. The SUCs Products Fair, as one of the highlights of the said event, was participated in by SUCs to promote their flagship projects and products

Janice M. Bangoy and Dr Criselda C Bangoy (Extreme left, 2nd to the left) with SKSU exhibitors during the 2013 CHED SUCs Products’ Fair at CHED atrium

USM participates in SUCs Products Fairwhich contributed to the socio-economic and technological advancements of their respective regions. The University of Southern Mindanao, as a regular participant to the said event, was represented by Dr Criselda C Bangoy and Ms Janice M Bangoy, who put on display samples of USM publications and IECs at the HEDC Building, CP Garcia Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City. -jmb

Towards the end of the Science and Technology-based Farm (STBF) projects under the component of the Techno-

gabay program of the Cotabato Agriculture and Resources Research and Development Consortium (CARRDEC), series of farmers’ field days were conducted. First was on February 15, 2013, a field day of the STBF on improved management practices of oil palm production. This was conducted at the farm of the Magsasaka Siyentista (MS), Mr Arturo B Magtulis, of Gaunan, Mlang North Cotabato. Coordinated by the USM-PMA focal person, Dr Criselda C Bangoy, the activity was attended by 46 participants composed of the representatives of the LGU-Mlang, Magsasaka Siyentista (MS) and his 30 farmer-adopters and other interested farmers in the locality. Also present were the TGP Coordinator, PMAs, Technical expert, CARRDEC Director and staff. The second field day was held on March 22, 2013, at Esperanza, Sultan Kudarat. This was the STBF on organic kalamansi production by MS Antonio O Basa, under the supervision of the Techno-

STBF Farmers’ Field Days heldgabay Coordinator, Dr Josephine R Migalbin. Around 50 participants composed of the farmer-adopters of the MS, LGU-Esperanza and DTI-XII representatives and the CARRDEC secretariat led by the consortium director, Dr Elizabeth D Malacad graced the affair. The said field days were conducted to enable the MS to present the results of the S & T-based interventions made relative to his existing farm practices. The presentation was confirmed by the technical experts who explained the science behind the intervention in the farmer’s practices. Experts were tapped as resource persons, namely: Dr Reynaldo S Callano (retired professor of USM) technical expert of

OIC-President Cambel’s Term Ends

The Commission on Higher E d u c a t i o n

( C H E D ) Chairperson, Dr Patricia B Licuanan, issued CHED Special Order (CSO) No. 09 series of 2013, which designated Dr Teresita L Cambel as the Officer-in-Charge of Office of the President, University of Southern Mindanao from February 16, 2013 to March 31, 2013, which was later extended up to May 15, 2013, while President Dr Jesus Antonio G Derije was on official mission. Dr Cambel was directed to discharge all the day-to-day routinary duties and responsibilities of the Office of the University President. She was also required to render reports to the USM Board of Regents on actions taken in the performance of her duties as OIC and endeavor at all times to maintain the stability and regularity of the academic and administrative operations of the University. Dr Cambel is the incumbent President of the Sultan Kudarat State University and Regional Chair of the Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC) Region XII.

the STBF on Oil Palm, and Dr Flora P Nicor on the STBF on organic kalamansi. Prof Evelyn P Esteban, USMARC-PMA focal person was also present during the abovementioned field days. - ccbangoy


COmParaTIvE ENrOLmENT PrOfILE

Program 2nd Sem 2012-13

1st Sem 2013-14

GS 246 306

CVM 270 272

CENCOM 1,193 1,184

CED 1,850 1,740

CA 1,671 1,674

CAS 1,137 1,409

CHS 452 526

CBDEM 2,177 2,092

CHEFS 1,115 998

CIT-DIT 412 558

IMEAS 357 558

ISPEAR 104 168

TOTaL 10,984 11,485

USM KCC 2,705 3,474

USM Buluan 180 256

ULS 467 468

ILS 446 403

TOTaL 14,782 16,086

Program/Course No. of Graduates10-Apr-13

Graduate SchoolDoctor of Education Major in Educational Management 14Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Sciences Major in Crop Production and Management Major in Animal Science Major in Crop Protection

3122

TOTAl 21Master of Arts in Education Major in Educational Management 54Master of Arts in language Teaching Major in English Major in Filipino

54

MS Rural and Economic Development 8Master in Information Management 7MS in Teaching Mathematics 4MA in Teaching Industrial Arts 3MA in Home Economics 2MS in Animal Science 2MS in Crop Protection 2MS in Horticulture 2MA in Islamic Studies 1MA in Mathematics 1MS in Agricultural Biosystems Engineering 1MS in Biology 1MS in Plant Breeding 1

TOTAl 98College of Veterinary Medicine Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 17Undergraduate SchoolCollege of Engineering and Computing BS in Civil Engineering BS in Agricultural Engineering BS in Electronics and Communication Eng’g BS in Computer Engineering BS in Information Systems BS in Computer Science

4027262451

4TOTAl 172

Program/CourseNo. of

Graduates10-Apr-13

College of Education Bachelor of Elementary Education Bachelor of Elementary Education (Buluan) Bachelor in Elementary Education -(IPDS) Bachelor of Secondary Education BSE-Buluan

24131

1574

TOTAl 404College of Business, Development Economics and Management BS in Business Administration Major in Marketing Management BS in Agribusiness BS in Development Management BS in Accountancy BS in Agricultural Economics

205107

512318

TOTAl 404College of Agriculture BS in Agriculture, majors in: Horticulture Entomology Plant Pathology Animal Science Plant Breeding and Genetics Agronomy Soil Science Agricultural Extension BS in Animal Husbandry Animal Production Animal Nutrition BS in Farming Systems BS in Fisheries Certificate of Agricultural Science

4724231013

752

55723

151TOTAl 349

College of Human Ecology and Food Sciences BS in Hotel and Restaurant Management BS in Nutrition and Dietetics BS in Food Technology BS in Tourism Management BS in Travel Management Associate in HRM

151692438

526

TOTAl 313

GraDUaTES aND ENrOLmENT PrOfILE

BOarD EXamINaTION rESULTS frOm CY 2013

Academic Program 1/ 2013

No. of Takers No. of Passers % of USM Passing % of Nat’l PassingUSM Main Campus Bachelor in Elementary Education A. April exam First Takers 39 14 35.9 27.78 Repeaters 340 64 18.82 27.78 Total 301 78 25.91 27.78Bachelor in Secondary Education A. April Exam First Takers 70 38 54.29 39.61 Repeaters 277 72 25.99 39.61 Total 347 110 31.70 39.61BS Civil Engineering A. May exam’ 27 18 66.67 42.84BS Electronic Communication Engineering A. April exam 1 1 100 32.21BS in Nutrition and Dietetics (July Exam) 66 44 24.66 42.81 Agriculturist Licensure Examination (July) 176 104 59.09 35.22BS Nursing A. June exam 73 18 24.66 42.81BS Accountancy (CPA) (July) 11 6 54.54 27.41USM KCC BTE (Secondary Level) A. April examination 127 71 55.91BTE (Elementary Level) A. April examination 18 5 27.78

Program/CourseNo. of

Graduates10-Apr-13

College of Arts and Sciences BA in Psychology Bachelor in library and Information Science AB in English BS in Development Communication AB Political Science BS in Biology BS in Chemistry

28252420191710

TOTAl 143

College of Health Services BS in Nursing Diploma in Midwifery

6218

TOTAl 80

College of Industry and Technology/DITArts and Sciences BS in Industrial Technology, majors in: Electrical Technology Automotive Technology Architectural Drafting Technology Associate in Industrial Technology Electrical Technology Automotive Technology Architectural Drafting Technology Skilled Craftsman Special Trade Course

1185

121

1724

TOTAl 69

Institute of Middle East and Asian Studies BA in Islamic Studies BS in International Relations

261

TOTAl 27

GRand ToTaL 1,925


The PASUC NBC-461 Zonal Center for Region XII was established at USM some time in February 2012 with four (4) SUCs and two (2) CHED- supervised schools in the Region as member schools

under it. This added another laurel on the cap of the University of Southern Mindanao. On February 22 and 23, 2013, the Center conducted an orientation, training and seminar workshop for the four (4) SUCs: (1) University of Southern Mindanao (USM), (2) Cotabato City State Polytechnic College (CCSPC), (3) Cotabato Foundation College of Science and Technology (CFCST), (4) Sultan Kudarat State University (SKSU) and two CHED-supervised schools, namely: Lanao Agricultural School (LAC) and Upi Agricultural School (AUS). The seminar was conducted at the College of Health Science Audio Visual Room, University of Southern Mindanao, Kabacan, Cotabato. “This Orientation, Training, and Seminar- Workshop is very necessary for retraining and updating the local evaluators of the concerned schools, since the center is a newly established Zonal Center for NBC-461 of PASUC in Region XII,” stressed by the designated Director, Dr Anita B Tacardon. The invited resource persons were: Prof Christina V Maglipong, director, Region X and Caraga Zonal Center; Dr Soccoro M Ibonia, zonal chairperson for Region X and Caraga; and Mr Arnel L Edo, zonal encoder from Mindanao University of Science and Technology at Cagayan de Oro City. The activity was participated in by 60 local evaluators of the different member schools in Region XII. It discussed four topics: Revisiting the NBC-461

LAC & UAS Group SKSU Group CCSPC Group

USM Group

Region XII-PASUC NBC-461 Zonal Center Conducts Orientation, Training and Seminar- Workshop

(CCE and QCE) instrument, Concerns under NBC- 461 on the CCE guidelines, Concerns under NBC- 461 on the QCE Guidelines, and Revised Software and Utilization. The Center worked and evaluated LAC and UAS from 1st cycle to the 6th cycle . The folders of CFCST for their 5th cycle and SKSU for their 4th cycle were also evaluated. - srdysulat

Ejercito Estrada, as the guest of honor and speaker. and Dr Libertado C Cruz, executive director of PCC. As artificial insemination (AI) and bull loan coordinator, Mr Rabanal also demonstrates sincere service and dedication to sustain active engagement of development partners in carabao crossbreeding to create dairy impact areas with commerciable number of genetically improved carabaos as springboard for enterprise development among smallholder farming families. His mastery of the Carabao Development Program (CDP) helped PCC at USM gather support from both the government and private sectors which led to the successful implementation of the various extension programs, such as: the networking efforts for the construction of an office and processing building for San Isidro Livestock Raisers’ Association (SILRA) in Bunawan District, Davao City with funds from the HOLCIM organization of PPLAMBHA (Pigcawayan, Pikit, Libungan, Aleosan, Midsayap Bull Handlers Association), which became a strong partner in expediting monitoring of performance of bulls loaned out to the Province of North Cotabato, and passing of an ordinance in Datal Blao, Columbio, Sultan Kudarat that prohibited selling of crossbred buffaloes outside the barangay, and provision of funds from the IRA of the barangay for the buy-back scheme, which increased herd build-up. Moreover, Mr Rabanal’s efforts resulted to the institutionalization of Bayanihan AI in South Cotabato and Davao del Norte provinces which, in turn, led to an increase in the number of artificially inseminated carabaos. He worked well with less supervision in performing various tasks which included: dealing with partners, linkages, information campaigns, training, monitoring and distribution of liquid nitrogen to village-based AI technicians (VBAIT). His dynamic characteristics, coupled with his strong conviction and adherence to his guiding principle in life, made him an important asset of PCC as he expeditiously delivered quality services within the scope of the carabao development program, thereby making him truly deserving of the award. - ljestimo

“Passion and commitment, when used together at work, will result not only in scoring accomplishments but also in building better friendships and partnerships”.

This is the guiding principle of Farm Superintendent II, Mr Jeffrey A Rabanal, and also the designated head of the Extension and Training Division of the Philippine Carabao Center based at the University of Southern Mindanao (PCC at USM). Mr Rabanal was awarded as the 2012 Outstanding Development Officer, in recognition of his exemplary performance in social networking as the lead person in the Carabao Upgrading Program (CUP) and Extension and Training Service Delivery for North and South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur and Sarangani provinces. The awarding ceremony was held during the PCC’s 20th Anniversary Celebration on March 20, 2013 led by Dr Libertado C Cruz, executive director of PCC, at the PCC National Headquarters & Gene Pool, Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija with former Senator and President, Joseph

rabanal bags 2012 Outstanding Development Officer award

Mr Rabanal received the plaque and cash incentive from former President Joseph Estrada and Dr Libertado C Cruz, PCC Executive Director


On April 5, 2013, Dean Gloria L Gabronino of the College of Business Development Economics and Management (CBDEM), led the launching and groundbreaking ceremonies

of the College new extension project, dubbed as, “Palikuran Krislam” at Purok Krislam 1, Barangay Dagupan, which is a CBDEM adopted community. CBDEM faculty and students, who witnessed the said activity were: Maria Evelia Z Lim, the College extension coordinator; Prof Jennie U Duka, AgBus extension coordinator; the local student government officers of the College led by the outgoing governor, Mr R-Nel Belgira; and his successor, Gov Jhan Francis S Betcher of the Accountancy Department, who also served as the emcee of the program; the local officials of Barangay Dagupan led by Hon Chairman Raymundo B Gracia; and the residents of Purok Krislam 1. The project “Palikuran Krislam” was conceptualized sometime in January this year, after the conduct of needs assessment in the barangay by the Third Year BS Development Management students, who were then enrolled in the course Community Survey, Planning and Development and who had their immersion. Based on the results of the needs assessment, 100% of the respondents at Purok Krislam 1 identified the need for sanitary toilets and training on proper hygiene and sanitation as their priority need.. The same need applied to Purok Krislam 2 with same number of respondents. This information was confirmed by Barangay Chairman Raymundo B. Gracia, who said that the residents had been asking for the construction of comfort rooms. But due to budget constraints, the Barangay Council was not able to act on it. Consequently, the extension unit was alarmed by the necessity of comfort rooms in the said Puroks where more than 200 households resided. Hence, they decided to solicit from the generous organizations/societies of the College, such as, the Local Student Government, which donated five (5) toilet bowls; the Junior Marketing Executives Society that donated ten (10) bags of cement and toothbrush for the residents; and, the Philippine Agricultural Economics Development Association (PAEDA) which donated 100 pieces of hollow blocks with the approval of their respective society advisers. The local officials of the barangay headed by Hon Gracia, accepted the donations. As a counterpart, he, together with his officials, donated sand, gravel and iron bars, while the residents

CBDEM launches ‘Palikuran KRISLAM’ projectBy: Maria Evelia Z Lim, CBDEM Extension Coordinator

Dean Gloria Gabronino (L) turning over the donation to Hon, Raymnundo B Gracia, Barangay Chairman, Dagupan (R).

100 pcs of hollow blocks, 10 bags of cement and 5 units of sanitary toilet bowls were donated by CBDEM organizations and societies to the beneficiaries of Purok Krislam.

Distribution of toothbrush to the purok residents by JMES

“Tranforming communities, serving people with smiles, touching their lives --- our mission.”

C B D E M U P D AT E

contributed the labor force. Prior to the launching and in response to the clamor of the residents at Purok Krislam, the extension unit of CBDEM conducted a Seminar on Proper Hygiene and Sanitation at the Day Care Center of Barangay Dagupan on March 15, 2013 with 40 participants. The seminar was conducted in collaboration with the extension coordinator of the College of Health and Sciences (CHS), Mr Steve Magliwan, RN, who gave a talk on Pregnant Women, and other faculty members of CHS, namely: Dennis G Armando, RN, who discussed the topic on Personal Hygiene; Chans Joy B Doong, RN, whose lectured on Breastfeeding; and Ms Marianne I Meriales, registered pharmacist, who lectured on Halamang Gamot. Meanwhile, other extension activities were also conducted in other Purok sites of the barangay. These included the following: distribution of seven (7) kinds of vegetable seeds (courtesy of Dr Edwin G Hondrade, the project manager of Pagkain Para sa Masa or (PPSM), at Purok Manabianon with 30 recipients; Adopt a Home Garden at Purok Maligaya with Mr. Raul Calitan as the farmer cooperator; Gulayan sa Purok, San Roque; Beautification of Purok Krislam 2; and a seminar on Planting Veggies for income generating at Purok Namnama where the invited resource person was Dr Leonila M Tolentino of the College of Agriculture. Thirty (30) participants attended the seminar and received the seven kinds of vegetables seeds donated by PPSM.

The awarding of certificates to the resource persons

Seminar on Proper Hygiene and Sanitation


The Institute of Plant Breeding, Crop Science Cluster, College of Agriculture, University of the Philippines Los Baños conducted a five-day training course on “Crop Research Methodologies and

Laboratory Techniques” on May 26-31, 2013. Eleven (11) participants attended the said training course where Education Program Specialist I, Ms Anita S Gelacio, represented the University of Southern Mindanao. The other ten participants were: Ms Miriam D Baltazar, assistant professor from Cavite State University; Mr Roberto B Barba Jr., instructor 1 and Ms Nena Santos, science research specialist II from Catanduanes State University; Ms Minnie B Ellamar, admin aide III and Ariane L Padura, research aide from Tarlac College of Agriculture; Ms Eve M Espinas, agricultural technician from the Department of Agriculture, Legaspi City; Mr Percival N De Villa, agriculturist II from OPAG, Albay, Ms Emerly A Nolla, agricultural technician from Bicol University; Ms Cecirly G Puig, asst. prof. II from USEP, and Ms Lorna G Rubion, agricultural technologist from the Department of Agriculture, San Fernando City, Pampanga. The Director of Crop Science Cluster, Dr Calixto M Protacio, together with the Director of Crops Research Division, PCAARRD, Dr Jocelyn E Eusebio, welcomed the participants during the opening program while Ms Marilyn M Beltran, training coordinator, gave the training overview and facilitated the surfacing of expectations and pre-training evaluation. The training had the following objectives: a) to present concepts that are important in formulating research design and b) to give an overview of crop improvement approaches with emphasis on genetic technology and the contributions of tissue culture. The topics discussed during the entire training course included the following: 1) Basic and Practical Methodologies/Approaches in Crop Research by Dr Eureka Teresa M Ocampo, technical coordinator, CSC; 2) Biosafety Level I Standard Safety Requirements by Mr Felicito M Rodriguez, university researcher II; 3) Research Design (Field and Lab. Experiments) by Dr Roberta N Garcia/ Dr Eureka Teresa M Ocampo; 4) Basic Principles

aS Gelacio attends training at UPLB

1st row, 3rd from right, Ms Anita S Gelacio posing with the other training participants at UPLB.

and Applications of Tissue Culture by Prof Lilian F Peteña, associate professor. IV, CSC; 5) Virus Elimination and Tissue Culture of Banana by Dr Olivia P Damasco, university researcher V; 6) Disease Indexing of Virus-free Banana by Dr Fe M dela Cueva, university researcher III; 7) Disease Management of Vegetables by Ms Lolita M Dolores, university researcher II; 8) Embryo Culture of Papaya by Dr Pablito M Magdalita, Asso. Prof. II; 9) Tissue Culture of Pineapple by Ms Lolita Valencia, university researcher II; Breeding of Orchids by Ms Luisa D Guivarra, university researcher I; 10) Insect Pest Management of Vegetables and Fruits by Dr M Luz J Sison, university researcher II. In short, the training focused more on the exposure to Tissue Culture Laboratories. On the fifth day of the training, the participants had an exposure trip to East West Company at Lipa, Batangas, a private company with established tissue culture laboratory for vegetables. On the sixth day, the participants visited another tissue culture laboratory, this time for ornamentals. They were also toured to edible landscaping, macapuno tissue culture laboratory and IRRI rice World, all of which were located in the compound of UPLB. The training formally closed with, Mr Primitivo Jose A Santos, deputy director and R & E coordinator of CSC with Mr Angelito A Carpio, senior research specialist of PCAARRD and some other PCAARRD staff as witnesses.

University Learning Resource Center welcomes USM Students for SY 2013 – 2014

The University Learning Resource Center welcomes freshmen students, transferees and higher years in various academic programs enrolled for SY 2013 – 2014. As the heart of the institution, ULRC strives to achieve for

the highest standards possible in terms of quality and relevant collections, such as books, journals, magazines, electronic resources and services in order to meet the institutional and informational needs of the University community – students, faculty, staff and researchers. With the new scheme of classes, the library adopts RA 9485, otherwise known as Anti-Red Tape Act. The implementation of this Act is clearly reflected in the flow chart posted in the library. This facilitates easy and fast transactions of various front line services offered by the University Library to its users. Service hours of the library are extended from Monday to Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm no noon break. The Library offers services which include: Library Instruction for freshmen & transferees, Electronic Book

With state-of-the-art facilities: Library Integrated System using fOLLET-Destiny • WIfI zone • airconditioned (2nd floor) • virtual Library / Internet facilities • 100-seating Capacity viewing room • archival collection of USm publications

Borrowing System, Online Public Access Catalog, Electronic Databases, Bibliographic Assistance, Documents Delivery, Current Awareness Services, Photoduplicating and Access to special collection on The Essential Electronic Agricultural Library (TEEAL), Filipiniana & Asiana Collection, PCCARD, NSO, Worldbank and ADB Publications. To facilitate the processing, searching and retrieval operation, the library is fully automated using FOLLET Destiny Library Manager and equipped with WIFI facilities. The library has a seating capacity of 1,000 students at a time. It is well-lighted and ventilated, thus creating a comfortable atmosphere conducive to learning. While ULRC aims to equip itself with up-dated materials in various formats, its services are complemented with competent and responsive personnel in support of the University’s quest for excellence in all its academic, research & extension activities. -acsornito


Hon Angelo B Palmones, official representative of the AGHAM Party List awarded PhP10 million grant for

the establishment of the research project, entitled, “Improvement and Upgrading of USM Plant Tissue Culture Laboratory and Rapid Propagation of Banana Cultivars Resistant to Panama Disease”. A Memorandum of Agreement was entered into between and by the University of Southern Mindanao and the AGHAM Partylist on May 6, 2013 at Café Martina, USM, Kabacan, Cotabato. Dr Emma K Sales, vice president for research, development and extension and project leader, gave the rationale of the project. Mayor George B Tan of the Municipality of Kabacan gave a short message and witnessed the MOA signing. The release of the grant would be coursed through the Local Government Unit of the Municipality of Kabacan, Cotabato. Congressman Palmones gave an inspirational message to the audience, particularly, the USM faculty and staff, and researchers. Former, USM OIC-President, Dr Teresita L Cambel, gave the closing remarks. –mrt

P10M support grant from AGHAM Partylist

Mayor Hagedorn visits USM-KCC“Except the LORD build the house, they labor in vain that build it:

except the LORD keep the city, the watchman wakes but in vain.” - Psalm 127

On February 2, 2013, Mayor Edward S Hagedorn honored the USM-KCC with his presence as visitor. In fact, this was the first time in memory that the campus was visited by someone whose life was actually depicted positively in a movie by no less than the action king of Philippine movies,

Fernando Poe, Jr. As known to most, the mayor, whose favorite Bible passage is Psalm 127, is a staunch advocate of, and a crusader for, the environment. His visit was part of his campaign to raise awareness on environmental issues which beset the country and to promote the benefits of eco-tourism, now the main industry in his home city, Puerto Princesa, in the island province of Palawan. In a presentation entitled “Promoting Climate Change Adaptation and City Tourism Programs for Economic Development: The Puerto Princesa Experience”, Mayor Hagedorn described some of the activities that were implemented in, and internalized by the citizens of his city, as follows: a. massive tree planting and strict implementation of logging laws; b. cleanliness and beautification; c. marine protection and enhancement, most especially the world famous diving sites; d. preservation of the Palaweños’ cultural heritage; e. international linkaging; and f. peace and order These programs made Puerto Princesa famous as one of the greenest and cleanest cities in the country. Its diving sites and beaches are among the best in the world and its peace and order is highly commendable, thus earning awards and cash incentives from various international bodies. As a result of its eco-tourism drive, the city currently experiences hotel and resort construction boom, raising their bed capacity from a few hundreds, not long ago, to the present thousands with the huge influx of tourists, both local and foreign. Tourism industry, according to the mayor, generates billions of pesos to the Puerto Princesa economy every year. Accompanying this boom, is the influx of migrants from other provinces in the country who consider Puerto Princesa, and Palawan as a whole, as a land of opportunity, with rich cultural heritage and manpower capabilities. The presentation was made before a jampacked audience at the USM-KCC Social Hall composed of students from colleges in Kidapawan City and the USM Main Campus. The former city mayor, accompanied by former North Cotabato Governor Manny Piñol, was met with red carpet at the ROTC grounds upon arrival by the ROTC Band, cadets, and cadettes. Morover, he sponsored an open forum on environment which involved students from the different colleges in Kidapawan City and where he awarded prizes to students who answered the questions correctly. This was witnessed by Pres Jesus Antonio G Derije, who also spoke about the Climate Change initiatives of the University and Dean Herminigildo M Gutierrez, who welcomed the mayor and his party. - hmgutierrez


The University of Southern Mindanao Extension Services Center, headed by its newly designated Center Director, Dr. Josephine R Migalbin, conducted a two- day Strategic Planning on March

1-3, 2013, inclusive, at Brokenshire Resort & Convention, Madapo Hills, Davao City. This was participated by 17 college- based extension coordinators from USM Main, Buluan, and USM KCC campuses. The activity was primarily organized to enhance the final draft of the strategic plan document which set the goals and actions of the University Extension Services Center over the next five years (2013-2017). During the two-day activity, the extension coordinators were asked to group themselves according to the six (6) strategic issues which they believed should be addressed over the next five years. The six (6) main strategic issues reviewed and critiqued by the six (6) working groups were as follows: Peace; Health; Climate; Youth, Family, and Community; Economic Development; and Food Safety and Security Based on previously defined mission and vision of the Center, supported with the result of the analysis of the University’s external and internal environments (SWOT), the participants were made

2013 Extension Fellowship Night heldThe University of Southern Mindanao Extension Services Center personnel together with the College-based Extension Coordinators held a fellowship night on March 1, 2013 at the Brokenshire Hotel and Resort, Davao City during the Extension Strategic Planning and Workshop. It was a well-attended affair with the majority of the college-based extension coordinators clad in different costumes and attires. Right after the dinner the program followed. It was participated in by the very talented extension coordinators who each rendered songs and declamations. UniK awards were likewise given out to the snappiest dressers (best attired female and male extensionists), performer of the night (best in talent presentation), and best year-end report presenters from the day activity. The winners were: Dr Elizabeth Molina, as best female presenter, Mr Willie Jones B Saliling, best male presenter, Ms Yvonne Saliling, performer of the night and the three (3) snappiest dressers: Mr Joel Misanes, Ms Agnes Rodulfa and Ms Yvonne Saliling. -jmb

USM Extension Outlines Plan for C Y 2013-2017

The UniK Awardees posing with Dr Josephine R Migalbin (L-R): Dr Elizabeth C Molina, Ms Agnes A Rodulfa, Mr Joel V Misanes, Engr Willie Jones B Saliling and Ms Yvonne V Saliling.

(L-R): Joel G Sigua, Joel V Misanes, Oscar B Organas, Salik D Makakena, Efren Banaybanay, Sahabuddin M Maindan, Steven M Mangliwan, and Engr. Willie Jones B Saliling.

The men and women behind the University Extension Services in their costumes during the Fellowship Night at Brokenshire Resort and Hotel, Davao City. (L-R): Jasmin A Pecho, Evelia Z Lim, Evelyn P Esteban, Winnie T Reyno, Dr. Elizabeth C Molina, Dr. Josephine R Migalbin, Dr. Jacinta T Pueyo, Cherie C Mangaoang, Janice M Bangoy, Agnes A Rodulfa, Yvonne V Saliling, and Marlene E Orfrecio.

(L) USM Extension Director, Dr Josephine R Migalbin welcoming the participants during the opening day of the two-day Strategic Planning Workshop; (R) the participants at work.

to determine the priority programs thrusts and the set of long-term goals. The workshop resulted in defining the first version of strategic program thrusts and goals of the Center. -jmb




Inclusive Dates Destination Purpose

February 17 Jose Rizal Memorial State University, Dapitan City

Confer with PASUC officials and members on SUC projects during the SCUAA meet

February 18 Dipolog, Manila Meeting with CHED Central Office

February 19 (AM)• CHED Central Office • Bulacan State University • Cavite State University

• Benchmarked Automated enrolment• Visited on Technological Advancement on the Production of Coffee and Dragon Fruit

February 20 • Batangas State University• Pampanga State College

• Benchmarked Best Practices in Resource Generation activities• Benchmarked Rubber Research Projects and Sweet Tamarind.

February 21-23 PICC Manila

Participate in the Annual Scientific Conference of the Philippine Veterinary Medical Association; conferred with officials of the association about upgrading the USM Veterinary Medicine Program (CPE) and Veterinary Teaching hospital facilities.

February 25 Davao City

Participated in the meeting organized by the Australian Council for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR); explore possibilities of joint projects with ACIAR and its partner agencies.

February 26-March 1

University of Southeastern Philippines (USEP), Davao Del Norte State College (DNSC), Davao Oriental State College of State College of Science and Technology (DOSCST) and Southern Philippines Agriculture, Business, Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST)

Worked on CHED-NAFES Growth Proposal and Research undertakings.

March 4-6 los Banos, laguna

Conferred with PCAARRD and UPlB officials on emerging initiatives and programs in research; visited research facilities and projects of UPLB and IRRI

March 7-8 Aurora Province

Visited the location of National Trial on OIlpalm and established cooperation with Aurora State College of Technology (ASCot) on the possibilitiy of the establishment of Rubber Research.

March 13 Munoz, Nueva Ecija and Echague, ISabela

• Visited research facilities and projects of ClSU, PhilRice, PCC and BFAR.• Conferred with Isabela State University (ISU) Official on the activities of IlARRDEC

March 14-15 la Trinidad, Benguet and Bacnotan, la Union

Benchmarked at Benguet State University and Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University; visited research facilities and projects.

March 19-23 Batac, Ilocos Norte and Sta Maria, Ilocos Sur

Visited Mariano Marcos State University and Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College, Conferred with MMSU and ISPSC officials an the activities of CVAR

March 24-25 Baybay, leyte Visited research facilities and projects of Visayas State University (VSU)

March 26 Puerto Princesa, Palawan

Strengthened linkages with Palawan State University (PSU) and Western Philippine University (WPSU) on Rubber and Oilpalm Research.

March 28-31 Bangkok, Thailand

Visited Chulalongkorn University and benchmarked on halal food research projects and discussed possibilities of joint researches.

CAS NewsBy Nora B Bolences / April Rose R Tantiado

• The College increased its enrolment from 1,250 last second semester of school year 2012-2013 to 1,412 number of students for the first semester of the school year 2013-2014. The Bachelor of Science in Criminology program had the biggest number of students with a total of 458 enrolees, followed by AB Political Science – 208; AB English – 198; BLIS – 137; AB Psychology – 127; BS Development Communication – 109; BS Biology – 88; BS Chemistry – 83 and BS Agricultural Chemistry – 4.

• Professor Lothy Casim and Dr Sedra A Murray, faculty members of the Department of Biological Sciences, attended the World Research Festival 2013, sponsored by International Association of Institutions for Research (IAMURE) on May 1-4, 2013 at Marco Polo Hotel, Davao City. Various national and international researchers from various disciplines presented their own studies. P r o f e s s o r C a s i m p r e s e n t e d her studies: (1) Avifaunal Diversity in a key Mining site: The case of Kinayao, Bagumbayan S u l t a n Kudarat; (2) Bat Diversity in the Mining Area in Kinayao, Bagumbayan Sultan kudarat, Mindanao. On the other hand, Dr Murray presented her study, Synergistic Effect of Euphorbia Hirta Drugs Against Microorganism Causing Urinary Tract Infections. Prof Casim received the Diamond Award (1st Place) and Platinum Award (2nd Place), while Dr. Murray received the Best in Oral Presentation and Best in Power Point Awards.

• CAS Dean, Dr. Evangeline A Tangonan, proudly attributed the increase in the student’s population to the increasing awareness of students of the credibility, expertise and experience of the College faculty members and the good performance of the graduates in the different licensure examinations.

• The College held its annual orientation program for the freshmen, transferees and returning students at the CAS Park on July 27, 2013. The whole day affair was divided into two parts. A convocation program was held in the morning where all the Faculty Members of each Department were introduced. Introduction of CAS – LSG, Society and Class Officers was also done, and certificates of commendation were distributed to the outgoing officers. The CAS Freshmen Day was held in the afternoon where games for different societies were prepared. One of the highlights was the Search for Mr. And Ms. CAS Freshmen. Prince Nur-Haneem Buisan and Jerelle Mosquera won the titles of Mr. And Miss CAS Freshmen 2013, respectively.

Summary of President Derije’s Accomplishments while on official mission

from February 17, 2013 to March 31, 2013


The Human Resource Management and Development Office (HRMDO) under the directorship of Dr Cynthia S Alpas conducted

a one-day Human Resource Planning Seminar-Workshop on April 18, 2013 held at the USM Skyroom, USM, Kabacan, Cotabato Director Glenda I Foronda-Lasaga of the Civil Service Commission Field Office in Amas, Kidapawan City served as the resource person during the seminar. Important key points in her lecture focused on the HR plan road map and strategies, understanding the planning framework, employees retention plan, succession planning program, employees welfare program, career award service, pre-retirement program, “Salamat-Paalam “ now, Salamat-Mabuhay”, and emotional wellness program. -mrt

HR Planning Seminar-Workshop held

On February 22, 2013, two (2) vital research centers of the University of Southern Mindanao celebrated their anniversaries:

USM Agricultural Research Center (USMARC) @ 37, and Philippine Industrial Crops Research Institute (PICRI) @ 27 years of existence, serving the University constituents and stakeholders in nearby towns and provinces. USMARC is the national research center for corn and fruits; the regional center/cooperating station for rice, rootcrops, legumes, vegetables, poultry and livestock, farming systems, soil and water resources, forages and pastures and socio-economics. On the other hand, PICRI is the national center for rubber, cacao, coffee, spices and essential oil-bearing crops, fiber crops, oil crops, and other industrial crops. Attached to PICRI is the Philippine Rubber Testing Center (PRTC), which serves as the lone national rubber testing in the Philippines that ensures the quality of dried natural rubber products to be competitive in the international market. Hon Angelo B Palmones, congressman, AGHAM Party List graced the occasion as guest of honor and speaker and shed light on this year’s theme “Advancing Research and Development in Agricultural and Industrial Crops Towards Food Security and Economic Sustainability”. Highlights of the program consisted of presentation of reports by Dr Ariston D Calvo, college-based research, Dr Emma K Sales, external funded research, and Dr Romulo L Cena on USMARC and PICRI. D u r i n g the opening p r o g r a m , former USM OIC-President, Dr Teresita L Cambel, gave the inspirational message. -mrt

USMARC and PICRI joint anniversary celebration held

Hon Angelo B Palmones Dr Teresita L Cambel Dr Ariston D CalvoDr Emma K SalesDr Romulo L Cena


This year, the IRRDB International Rubber Conference was jointly organized by the Malaysian Rubber Board (MRB), International Rubber Research and Development Board (IRRDB) and Tun Abdul Razak Research Centre (TARRC) with special emphasis on the sustainability theme: “Are We Ready for Green Technology”. The conference included paper presentations delivered by various invited distinguished rubber experts, including those from IRRDB member countries on issues and challenges related to sustainability and green technologies. The opening program consisted of the welcome address by the IRRDB Secretary General, Datuk Dr. Abdul Aziz S. A Kadir, and the opening ceremony led by the Director General of MRB and Chairman of IRRDB, Datuk Dr. Salmiah Ahmad. The first day saw the actual paper presentations, which were were divided into four (4) sessions. Session 1 dealt on the rubber economy, which revolved around the following discussions: Support Improvement of Productivity, Enhance Natural Rubber Quality, Support Forest Sustainability, Optimize Waste, Energy and Water Management, and Human and Labour Rights. Likewise, the roadmap for the implementation of the action plan (June 2013-May 2014) was also presented. This consisted of the following strategies: (a) defining voluntary sustainability guidelines, policy and potential mechanisms for implementation of guidelines with the full support of IRRRDB and ANRPC; (b) engaging in consultation meeting with ANRPC/UNFSS; and (c) opening windows for commitments from governments and other value chain stakeholders. Another topic worth mentioning was the research entitled, Automatic Rubber Tapping System (ARTS). Overview of the results revealed the following: gain in g/t/t from 50% to 75%; losses in g/t and kg/ha from 13-25% and 29-46%,respectively; increase of the period between two consecutive tappings led to an increase in the g/t/t; the latex-producing function was enhanced by tapping; losses in yield were not proportional to the reduction in tapping frequency; and not appropriate to increase the amount of stimulating pulp, but made sense to compensate for the reduction in tapping frequency by stimulating a 5% instead of 2.5% ethepon. However, the problem on labor, e.g., tapping could be minimized, was not viewed as practical in large scale rubber plantation.Session 2 focused on the rubber tyre industry, specifically, on the engineering aspect. It delved more on the downstream/application of natural rubber in the industry. Other sessions focused on carbon markets. The second day centered more on sessions in rubber research

TRAVEL REPORT

IRRDB International Rubber Conference and 2013 Annual Meetings

June 24-27, 2013Millennium Hotel, Mayfair, London and TARRC BrickendonburryHetfort, United Kingdom

by EMMA K SALES

e.g. crop protection and biotechnology. In biotechnology, plant genomics was discussed specifically on rubber tree genome project. This included the potential of RRIM 928 for latex and timber production. The Philippines (Dr Emma K Sales) was one of the authors in the presentation on IRRDB Biotechnology Programs: Strategies for Success.This included the discussion on genetic improvement and plant propagation. The issue on the involvement of biotechnologies in genetic improvement program and molecular physiology studies was discussed (see illustration). Other Sessions focused on the perspective and overview of the rubber industry of major producing countries e.g. China, Vietnam, etc. On the 3rd day, the morning was spent on a field trip to the different laboratories and divisions of TARRC. The participants were oriented on the different activities of the Center based on its priority programs, which included biotechnology projects, engineering, etc.The afternoon was devoted to the IRRDB Directors’ Meeting. The three (3) participants from the Philippines, namely: Emma K. Sales, Salvacion M. Ritual and Leoncia B. Del Mar (who represented DA-BAR Director Nicomedes P. Eleazar), and President Jesus Antonio G. Derije, represented the Philippine government. During the Directors’ Meeting, the body unanimously endorsed that the host for the 2014 IRRDB Conference would be the Philippines. This was duly approved by the BAR Director on behalf of the Department of Agriculture - Bureau of Agricultural Research (DA-BAR). Issues and concerns regarding the clonal exchange, expedition to Columbia and groupings of IRRDB Research and Laiason Officers, TOR and nomination were initially discussed subject to further consultations with other member countries prior to their finalization.

The IRRDB Conference and Meetings is an annual event that has become an important event attracting participation among major rubber stakeholders from different rubber producing and consuming countries.


USMECCO holds 9th General Assembly

On March 1, 2013, the USM Employee’s Credit Cooperative (USMECCO- with CDA Registration No 950-12002519) conducted its 9th General Assembly

with Mr Benjamin Togonon, networking officer of MASSPEC, as guest of honor and speaker. This was held at Café Martina, USM, Kabacan, Cotabato. Highlights of the said activity consisted of the opening of the program and election of the new officers and board of directors. During the opening program, Dr Ariston D Calvo gave the invocation, Ms Girlie D Batapa led the National Anthem, Dr Consuelo A Tagaro led the Cooperative Pledge, and Dr Leonora P Manero gave the welcome and opening remarks. Dr Teresita L Cambel, former OIC-President of USM, gave the inspirational message. Dr Evangeline A Tangonan introduced the guest speaker. At present, there are 445 bonafide members of the cooperative. The USMECCO endeavors to rise as Class A - Cooperative in the Region. - mrt

Cooperative pledge

Dr TL Cambel Dr LP Manero Dr EA Tangonan Mr Benjamin Togonon

Committee Report

(L) Dr Mitzi Alba presenting the report of Audit Committee; (R) Dr Francisco Gil N Garcia rendering the Manager’s Report.

Dr Riceli C Mendoza, secretary, presenting the summary of resolutions passed and approved by the BOD during CY 2012.

Ms Jane Baraca presenting the report of the Education and Training Committee.

Oath taking ceremony of

the USMECCO officers with Mr

Dominador M Bisnar, municipal

cooperative development

officer on April 4, 2013.

USMECCO Officers 2013Chairman: Dr Leonora P Manero

MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORSDr Ariston D Calvo Dr Emerlie R OkitDr Evangeline A Tangonan Dr Elizabeth A JimenezDr Consuelo A Tagaro Dr Nicolas A Turnos BOD Secretary: Dr Riceli C Mendoza Manager: Dr Francisco Gil N Garcia

MANAGEMENT STAFF:Ms Jane V Baraca- TreasurerMs April Joy Sajol-Secretary

Ms Susan Fonacier-BookkeeperCREDIT COMMITTEE: Chair : Ms Nancy Ong Members: Ms Maxima Serapion Ms Benedicta PasigAUDIT COMMITTEE: Chair : Dr Mitzi Aileen M Alba Members: Mr Virgilio P Oliva Jr Ms Myrna R TanELECTION COMMITTEE: Chair: Dr Ronald Pascual Members: Prof Wilhelmina Meriales Prof Elsa GonzagaETHICS COMMITTEE:Chair: Prof Antolin D BelloMembers: Dr Ruth C Sabinay Prof Ernesto A Buenaventura JrMEDIATION AND CONCILIATION COMMITTEE:Chair: Dr Alfredo CalvoMembers: Dr Nonita R Dumagan Dr Alimen W Sencil


Occurrence of rubber diseases in specific root rots caused by Rigidoporus lignosus (white root rot) and Phellinus noxius (brown root rot) was evaluated to determine the percentage infection in the area. The one-hectare rubber demo farm was found to harbor naturally-infected trees with root rot diseases (regarded by rubber-growing countries as a major disease), which could result to death of some trees. The old rubber trees eliminated from the same area before the rubber trees were planted proved to be the host of the current root rot pathogen. Hence, the presence of the disease in the area, where two-year-old rubber trees (28 months old) grow, was noted. As of the recent assessment on the percentage count of infected trees, 62 (12.52 %) out of 495 trees were noted to show symptom of the disease. Thus, this on-going experiment would evaluate the efficacy of integrated control measures including botanical extracts

Root rots infect 12.52% of two-year-old rubber trees

(Dieffenbachia, Guava leaf, Milk weed), antagonists (Trichoderma sp., Mycovam, Streptomyces sp), organic-based formulations (Guano tea, chicken dang tea, Vermi tea), fungicides (Benomyl, Mancozeb, Difenoconazole), and cultural approaches (hand weeding, removal of affected parts of the roots). These interventions would provide future recommendations as to the right approach in managing root rot disease of rubber. The project composed of three studies was funded by the Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Agricultural Research (DA-BAR) with Dr Naomi G Tangonan (Multi-location Trials) as its proponent, and Drs Jaime C Silvestre (Integrated Control) and Rommel G Tangonan (Effect of Weather Factors) as Study Leaders. Ms Elaine Genevive B Parcon and Mr Rollyn Bren F Catbagan served as the research staff.

A recent survey was conducted at USM in search for appropriate rubber trees to serve as component of multi-location experiments on integrated control measures against major diseases of rubber in selected municipalities of North Cotabato. The experimental area located within the farm station of USMARC was set-up by Dr Romulo L Cena, a rubber expert.

Experimental set up at USM rubber demo farm, USMARC Kabacan, Cotabato. Dr RL Cena established this demo farm to showcase modern clones and good rubber field practices. Shown above is RBF Catbagan, staff.

Typical above ground symptoms of root rot disease: yellowing of leaves that led to wilting and dieback.

Fruiting bodies of brown root rot fungus (Phellinus noxius) found in severely infected rubber trees.

Clearing of the area by spraying herbicide

Digging and exposing the roots of infected trees for treatment application.

Pure cultures of Trichoderma sp., known to be an antagonistic fungus against the root rot of pathogen of rubber.


The durian fruit-tree is widely spread through Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam and Myanmar. In the Philippines, Southern Mindanao is considered the “durian republic.” It seems that durian tree grows almost exclusively in Mindanao because in other parts of the country the trees are few. Most airlines don’t allow bringing of durian fruit on board. In Singapore, the Asian country with the most rigid policy and rules concerning the care for the environment (in the Pacific and probably in the world!), bringing or eating of the durian fruit is forbidden on subway-stations and trains. One historian declared: “To those who are used to it, the first time, the durian fruit seems to smell like rotten onions but after they have tasted it, they prefer it than all other fruits” (http://www.philippines.hvu.nl/durianfruit.htm).

Phytophthora palmivora Butler has been considered one of the most destructive organisms causing several diseases in almost all growth stages of durian. The disease symptoms come in various forms, such as, root rot, seedling and tree die-back, patch canker or stem rot, and fruit rot before and after harvest, leading to high mortality and more than 30% yield loss in durian plantations (http://fftc.imita.org/library.php?func=view&id=20110901051439). Hence, a survey on different durian orchards at USM was conducted to monitor the number of infected trees caused by Phytophthora palmivora. This was done by rating the symptom expression of diseased trees using the formula below.

No. of infected trees Percentage infection = -------------------------------- x 100 No. of sample trees

1N1+ 2N2 + 3N3……5N5 Percentage severity = ------------------------------------ x 100 N (9)

Where: 1N1+ 2N2….. + 5N5 – represents the rating of symptom N – Represents the number of samples 9 – Represents the highest rating scale

Table 1. Percentage infection and disease index severity of Phythopthora-infected trees at different durian plantations in USM, Kabacan, Cotabato.

Location % infection % severity (DI)Area 1 70 65.56Area 2 50 48.89Area 3 80 67.22Area 4 85 71.11Area 5 50 43.33Area 6 80 73.33Area 7 65 51.67

Watch out for Phytophthora diseases that may infect durian trees The table above shows the data on the percentage of infection and severity of the disease caused by Phytophthora in USM durian plantations. Results revealed that the rate of infection ranged from 50 to 85%. Severity indices ranged from 43.33 to 73.33. In both cases, these observations were quite alarming and interventions must be employed. The following maybe employed even by durian growers (http://thailand.ipm-info.org/pests/Root_and_stem_rot.htm):

Management and control practices

• Apply fertilizer and lime to nourish the soil, to adjust pH and to optimize nutrition of the trees.

• Preferably apply organic manure or use green manure as this will improve soil quality and development of beneficial micro-organisms.

• Treat the soil surface with Trichoderma harzianum. This fungus antagonizes soil borne diseases.

• The disease prefers humid conditions. Pruning of branches will allow more air movement within the orchard, which will lower the humidity.

• Improve the drainage in the orchard to avoid flooding or too wet conditions of the soil. In a well drained soil the disease will cause less problems.

Once an infection is present in the field

• Pruning of infested branches and fruits and destroy them as they become source of infestation.

• Remove rotten fruits that fall on the ground and destroy (burn) them. They are a source of infestation.

• When pruning big branches or rotten parts of the trees, treat the wound with paint or a fungicide (metalaxyl) to protect it against the disease.

• If the disease spreads, spray fungicide on infested tree trunks, branches and fruits. Fungicides containing metalaxyl (WHO class III) or mancozeb (WHO class III) can be used.

• Some farmers pour fungicides (metalaxyl) into the soil to prevent root rot disease. This should not be done. It has only little effect on small trees and no effect at all on bigger trees, but it has a very negative impact on the quality of the soil.

Various stages of Phytophthora dieback and stem canker disease (caused by P. palmivora) affecting some durian trees at USMARC (left to right).

Editor’s Note: BS Biology students Verna Jean M Magdayao and Devine Grace A Masong did the data gathering above, photos by Elaine Genevive B Parcon and Rollyn Bren F Catbagan. Reported by Naomi G Tangonan, retired university professor and Scientist I, Plant Pathology Research Lab, Crops Research Bldg., USMARC, Kabacan, Cotabato.


USM President Jesus Antonio G Derije, together with Dr Leonora P Manero, board secretary and Ms Myrna R Tan, head of the University Public Relations and Information Office, attended a one-day Mindanao

Development Forum (MDF) 2013 on February 1, 2013 at the Marco Polo Hotel, Davao City. The forum was anchored on the theme, “President Aquino’s Social Contract Progress and Challenges in Achieving Inclusive Growth”, with strong

USM joins Mindanao Development Forum 2013

USM President Derije (L) posing with the other MDF participants.

Governor, Budget Minister, Education Minister); Federico K Maramba, president, Marda Management Consultants, Inc.; Jonathan Juan C Moreno, principal, Palladium Group, Inc.; Alfredo B Parungao, chairman, CIBI Foundation, Inc. and president, Ligaya Management Corporation; and Judith V Lopez, president, Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX), chairman & senior Partner, Isla Lipana & Co./PriceWaterhouseCoopers. Finally, Dr Dapun shared his thoughts, which might have caught the attention of the panel of judges. He said that he had the passion for teaching, that being a teacher was not just a job, it was a calling. He also added that as an educator, he took the job of teaching finance as an opportunity and a calling not only to teach minds but also to touch hearts, and more importantly, to move and impact the lives of the students. Moreover, he challenged students to push harder to the limits of their potentials & excellence. His aim was to make or transform outstanding students out of ordinary students. By doing so; he could be able to promote quality standards in business education as well as helps upgrade the quality of graduates.

THE WINNERS The winners were announced on June 19, 2013 at the Intercontinental Hotel, Makati City on the occasion of the FINEX General Membership Meeting. From among the semifinalists, the regional winners for NCR, Luzon and Mindanao were chosen and proclaimed as finalists. From among the finalists the national winner of “2012-2013 Most Outstanding Finance Educator” was determined. The regional winner for Luzon bagged the most prestigious award. -mrt

Dr Lope E Dapun from p1

competing against “Goliath” for he was just a promdi (from the province), specifically, from a state university in the rural area of North Cotabato in Region XII. He perceived himself to be competing against educators from the classiest and most popular schools in the country, like UP, Ateneo de Manila, De La Salle University and others. Much more to earn the title, he compared himself to a blindfolded man looking for the black cat in a dark room. But as a positive thinker and inspirer to his students, though he had only three (3 ) days left to beat the deadline, he took the opportunity as a challenge to show to the world, that finance educators in the rural areas also deserved the prestigious award usually accorded to those coming from the classiest and more popular educational institutions in the country. He said that the end was not just for the sake of winning, but rather for God’s greater glory.

INITIAL SCREENING The initial screening for the nationwide search was based on the documents submitted by the nominees. Criteria for screening included the following: personal qualities & character, knowledge of finance, teaching effectiveness and professional & community involvement. A month after submitting his documents, Dr Dapun was amazed to receive a notice through email message from FINEX that he was chosen as one of the semifinalists (2 from NCR, 2 from Luzon and 3 from Mindanao, none came from Visayas).

FINAL INTERVIEW As part of the process of determining the finalists and eventual winner, at the expense of the granting institutions, including the billeting at Seda Hotel in Global City, Taguig, all the semifinalists were requested to be in Manila for the final interview on June 18, 2013 at Deloitte Philippines in Global City, Taguig, a famous auditing firm in the Philippines. The semifinalists were subjected to a rigid interview by a six-member panel judges composed of prominent individuals, namely: Gregorio S Navarro, managing partner & CEO Deloitte Philippines/Navarro Amper & Co as the chairman and the members were: Jaime C Lava, chairman, Philtrust Bank (Former Central Bank

(L) Dr Lope E Dapun (3rd from right) posing with the sponsors after receiving his award; (R) Dr Lope E Dapun (2nd from left) with the semifinalists and the regional winners (with medals)

emphasis on Mindanao. The MDF served as a venue to discuss recent Mindanao issues and development concerns which would be brought forward to other key policy-making institutions and mechanisms apart from the Philippine Development Forum (PDF), such as, the various Cabinet Clusters, the Mindanao Lawmakers’ Association, and other relevant bodies. Hon Secretary Luwalhati Antonino, MinDa chairperson, gave the opening statement and overview of the meeting and spoke on the topic, Mindanao: Pursuing Dynamic and Inclusive Growth, while National Economic Development Authority, Secretary , Hon Arsenio Balisacan, gave the opening message, and Secretary Teresita Deles, presidential adviser on the peace process, gave the Overview and Updates on the Bangsamoro Framework Agreement and acted as the presenter on Security, Justice, and Peace. Other speakers during the plenary sessions were: DDG Margarita R Songco (NEDA) presenter on Economic Development; Hon USEC Austere Panadero (DILG) presenter on Good Governance and Anti-Corruption, Hon Secretary Mary Ann Lucille Sering (Climate Change Commission), and Hon Secretary Joel Rocamora on National Anti- Poverty Commission. -mrt


The College of Human Ecology and Food Sciences commemorated its 57th year of existence at USM on March 1, 2013 with the theme: CHEFS @ 57: Sharing Food Heritage Towards its Journey to Greater Heights. The one- day affair started off with a float parade participated in

by different student societies, namely: Society of Hotel and Restaurant Progress (SHARP), Union of Filipino Tourism Students (UFTS), Nutrition and Dietetics Students Society (NDSS) and Food Technology Student Society (FTSS).

A special convocation program held at the USM gymnasium was graced by Ms Nieda N Ramos, the guest of honor and speaker. She is an entrepreneur who works as the Coordinator of the Provincial Agricultural Business in Sarangani Province. She is an alumna of the College and a recipient of the Outstanding Alumni of USM in 2012.

The anniversary celebration culminated with the Search for Mr & Ms CHEFS 2013. Ms Keza Marie B Basadre, a 3rd year BSHRM student, was crowned as Ms. CHEFS 2013, while Mr Cristofer P Libuit, a 3rd year BSND, won the Mr CHEFS 2013. -jpo

JG Tangonan retiresRetirement is inevitable; one comes in and another comes out. On June 27, 2013, a thanksgiving and retirement program was held in honor of Prof Josephine Gaac Tangonan, the former dean of the College of Human Ecology and Food Sciences (CHEFS). Prof Tangonan rendered to the University more than 42 years of dedicated and excellent service, rising from the ranks as Assistant Instructor to her latest position as Professor III. Hence, a worthy exemplar of a true public servant. In terms of achievements, Prof Tangonan authored various food research publications (i.e. book chapters on jackfruit and mango) and received local, regional, national awards in two areas of her research works (marang & yacon). Her retirement program was well attended by colleagues, friends, and relatives. -mrt Left photo: The honoree looking radiant while holding the plaques given to her by the HRMDO and the USM Faculty Association.

CHEFS celebrates its

57th Founding Anniversary


Dr Rufino S Garzon celebrates retirement program

and thanksgiving party

Along with friends, colleagues, and relatives, Dr Rufino S Garzon, a former Campus Dean of USM KCC, celebrated

successfully his retirement through a testimonial program and thanksgiving party on August 8, 2013, held at the USM –KCC Social Hall, Sudapin, Kidapawan City. To many, Dr Garzon is known to be the epitome of strong and dynamic leadership; a formidable disciplinarian, instilling quality and excellent education to his students. On his retirement day, testimonies were given by Dr Herminigildo M Gutierrez (colleague/former Campus Dean), Prof Florentino B Suarez, Jr (friend/professor), and

Engr Jimmy Razo (KMCC manager/former student) conveyed their heartwarming and truthful messages to the honoree. Dr Lorna G Valdez gave a short message to the honoree, while Prof Alfredo E Naparan gave the welcome message. Dr Garzon received a plaque of

Messages from colleagues

(clockwise, from top left): Prof AE

Naparan; OIC-VPAA, LG Valdez; Dr HM Gutierrez; Engr J Razo; and Prof FB Suarez.

appreciation each from the University and Faculty Association. The honoree spent almost four (4) decades serving the University with dedication and good performance. He started as Assistant Instructor and was promoted to his latest position as Professor VI. He also served in various capacities as Dean of the College of Engineering, Director of CEMARRDEC, Dean of College of Industry and Technology-USM-KCC, First Chairman of ISCOM, Project Leader of CIRDUP, Founder and First Manager –USM Review Center. His enormous achievements demonstrated quality service imbued with lofty idealism, loyalty, courage, and fidelity, thereby contributing to the socio-economic development of the country and moral values of its citizenry. His exemplary accomplishments and services served as an inspiration worthy of emulation by the constituents of USM, Kabacan and KCC-CIT. -mrt

Message of OIC-President from p24

of knowledge. Do not fear if you discover that you know a little because it is not too late to learn. Every day is an opportunity to learn for those who are willing, but if you stop from learning, you should worry because if too much love can kill you, little knowledge can do more worse than that. Don’t give up! You can do it, and you will succeed. On a personal note, guided by the spirit of self determination, I have given the power to the Colleges to determine and decide among

themselves as to who should be the dean of their respective units. However, I still have to formalize it by issuing a memorandum. Those who have been introduced to you as deans a while ago are the choices of the different colleges. I hope that you will not attack me nor question my motive because I can defend it. For among the many, I have chosen four (4) vice presidents, and I am asking you to support my decision to give them my trust and confidence. I also hope that you will extend to them the same trust and confidence because I know I am not the best

guy, and I cannot pretend to be the greatest president. No! My field is different from this school. Moreover, you have peculiarities in governance, of which I am willing to learn. I will continue to learn with you, and I hope you will give the support that I need. I hope I will not fail. Many of you tell me that you like me, but this is not for long because time will come that we shall disagree to eventually agree. Ladies and gentlemen, my dear students, thank you and good morning!


The honoree, known for his wisdom, ideological ideas, and principles in life, touched many lives through his contributions and achievements in improving the quality of education, most especially at the University of Southern Mindanao.

Dr Tacardon vacated two important posts prior to his retirement: first as Executive Vice President and second, as Chairman of the Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) of the University.

He finished his Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Political Science at the University of Southern Mindanao in 1968 and his Master’s degree in Public Affairs Management at the University of Southern Mindanao in 1996. He pursued his Doctor of Education in the same University and completed it in 2002.

He was first employed at USM in 1969 as Secondary School Teacher. From there, he rose from the ranks and was designated as the Dean of the College of Education for six and half years. He was then promoted to the rank of Prof V, and later , designated as Vice President for Academic Affairs and as Executive Vice President under the administration of President Jesus Antonio G. Derije, prior to his retirement.

Born on June 11, 1948 in Kidapawan, Cotabato, Dr. Antopnio N. Tacardon is happily married to Dr Anita B Tacardon of Kayaga, Kabacan, Cotabato, former Dean of CAS and now,

the Director, PASUCNBC-461 and a consultant of the College of Nursing. They are blessed with three children: Kazan Anthony, Shalom Faye Antonette, and Goisa Monerah Karla.-mrt

AN Tacardon: After forty-four (44) years of dedication, commitment, and loyalty to government service, Dr Antonio N Tacardon officially retired from government service as Professor V on June 11, 2013 on his 65th Birthday Celebration and Testimonial Program held at

the Kabacan, Municipal Gymnasium, Kabacan, Cotabato.

the USM “father of education”, retires

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Greetings of peace, USM. Peace reigns!

What a privilege it is to be with you this morning. Without a doubt, the faith of our founding princess, Bai Matabay Plang, reassures us that USM will continue to run towards unity despite the obvious markers of diversity. For many, quite seriously, the appointment of an OIC is expected to come from the phalanx of doctors of Philosophy. Well, I am not. But I hope that my coming here in USM will not be perceived as binary and divisive.

As I have said, I come with one deliberate intent, and that is to give an air of peace for everyone to breathe. Amidst the pervasive turmoil of the last few months, USM, as a people stands to survive. It is partly a mystery, though. I cannot help but to commend the ultimate statesmanship displayed by Dr Jess Derije. People, men and women, young and old, make this University great. Whether you are a janitor, security guard, professor, student, parent, or visitor, together, all in one harmonious whole, we can create extra ordinary intersections of development. In fact, our circumstances, in one way or the other, conspire to make us a special learning community where students can learn, play, live, love and dream.

I must admit that when I came here, I was a little bit nervous but I convinced myself, as it occurred to me, that I was not a complete stranger in this University because I was once a student, professor before, in addition to my being a Cotabateńo and a human being.

One of toughest challenges I have to deal with is to understand the mandated functions of the University, which I have been told to include instruction, research, extension, resource generation.

To be honest with you, my dear students, I am not prepared to act as OIC-President. But fate has destined me to be so. As a consequence, I have thought hard and must continue to think harder about these four interrelating functions. I have studied them, and none is more important than the other. The four functions are equally important that without the presence of one or two, the University cannot continue to exist. Apparently, you and I can see the symbiotic relationship of these four areas to provide a socio-economically diverse learning institution.

I know there are still many things to learn, and I need you to help me. As I ponder on the immediate challenges. I ask myself two real questions: Am I the right man for the job? Shall I wait for the next president to solve the real problems? As most of you know, my appointment is a matter of transitional mechanism. I cannot make promises for a short period of time, but I have the capability to help the University transcend to a new level of responsible management.

MESSAGE of OIC-President Christoper B Cabelin during the University Convocation ProgramJuly 25, 2013 held at the USM Amphitheater

Be that as it may, I will take this opportunity to set a new rhythm of leadership that public service is not an employment to gain livelihood. Rather, it is a privilege to put first the interest of the public above our own. That explains why a public office is a public trust. It comes with great responsibility. While it is true that Civil servants are clothed with authority, but in no time, shall that authority be exercised at whim.

When I was a child, I also liked to play a board game known as “Risk”. The rule of the game was to conquer the world. Every player has to move or mobilize his troops and take control of countries and continents. It was funny though, that initially, I used to lead in the game but I always ended up losing. Why? The reason was quite tricky. When my playmates realized my overwhelming and overpowering conquest; they became naturally envious of me, and they joined their forces to defeat me. It worked because I was defeated.

I realized that when we overvalue ourselves, we tend to undervalue others. We must recognize that we don’t need to win every game. In fact, winning can take the form of losing at some point because sometimes we have to lose in order to win. In our lives, we must search for a bigger purpose and take a longer view of looking at things. After all, we don’t know what success really means; what good life really looks like. For the last thirty days of my stay here at USM, I have been telling you that our title does not define who we are. It defines what we do but what we do does not define who we are. In western culture, people call each other by first name, not by surname nor title. Their relationship is founded on the person as a human being, and not on the person’s title. But what can we do, only in the Philippines.

To my fellow young leaders and students, you enjoy when you are called young because it won’t last. According to Confucius, the best kind of learning is to realize that you are a fool. When you realize that you don’t know anything, then that is the beginning

Ms Mercelita M AngcoMs Janice M BangoyDr Nelson M BelgiraMs Nora B Bolences

Mr Rollyn Bren F CatbaganMs Ludivina J Estimo

Dr Herminigildo M GutierrezMs Evelia Z Lim

Ms Joenalyn P OsanoMs Elaine Genevive B Parcon

Ms Maria Cristina T RoblesDr Emma K Sales

Dr Jaime C SilvestreDr Anita C Sornito

Ms April Rose R TantiadoDr Naomi G Tangonan

Dr Rommel G TangonanMs Sharon D Ysulat

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“Amidst the pervasive turmoil of the last few months, USM, as a people, stands to survive. Whether you are a janitor, security guard, professor, student, parent, or visitor, together, all in one harmonious whole, we can create extraordinary intersections of development.

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