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SMU HTM Faculty Represents University at the 2nd Cagayan Valley PSC Summit Tuguegarao City, Cagayan — Saint Mary’s University (SMU) reaffirmed its commitment to regional academic excellence and sustainable development as faculty representative Mr. John Michael C. Ibarra participated in the 2nd Provincial Statistics Committee (PSC) Summit on October 20, 2026, at the Crown Hotel

Elevating Research Excellence: Capacitation and Certification of Qualitative Data Analysts To continuously elevate the culture of research and academic excellence at Saint Mary’s University, the University Research Center (URC) organized a training program titled, “Capacitation & Certification of Qualitative Data Analysts” on October 21, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at AP Computer Laboratory

SMU HTM and LGU Hungduan Partner for Sustainable Tourism and Community Extension HUNGDUAN, IFUGAO — The Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) Department of Saint Mary’s University (SMU), through its Ecotourism class, formally signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Hungduan on October 14–15 as a key step in continuing

SMU Shines in AppliedEdu Rankings 2027, Secures 21st National and 85th ASEAN Spots Saint Mary’s University (SMU) secured 21st place among private higher education institutions (HEIs) in the Philippines and 85th among private universities in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in the AppliedEdu University Rankings 2027, reaffirming its commitment to quality education and

SMU Faculty Member Ernest L. Esmeralda Contributes to the Publication of Ang Batang Makabansa Saint Mary’s University (SMU) proudly recognizes Mr. Ernest L. Esmeralda, Social Science faculty member of the School of Teacher Education and Humanities (STEH), for his contribution to the publication of Ang Batang Makabansa 2, an educational book that promotes Filipino identity

URC Hosts Presentation of Finished Research (Project Inspire) Saint Mary’s University continue to strengthen its capabilities in the field of research as the University Research Center held another undertaking to continuously promote and manifest excellence. On October 7, 2026, URC staff conducted and facilitated Presentation of Finished Research (Project Inspire) at room AP 202 (Computer

IP-4Ps train on computer systems through Project TECH-AGTUTUBO               In celebration of Indigenous Peoples and Museum Month, Saint Mary’s University (SMU) conducted Project TECH-AGTUTUBO, a Community-Based Training (CBT) program, last October 3, 2026. Spearheaded by the Equivalency and Technical-Vocational Assessment Office (ETVAO) the initiative was organized in close partnership

Saint Mary’s University – SHaNS Nursing Department Receives a Certificate of Commendation from the SP Nueva Vizcaya Saint Mary’s University- Nursing Department was invited to attend the Regular Session of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Nueva Vizcaya last October 5, 2026. The invitation to SMU was to receive a Certificate of Commendation with resolution No. 2026-6693

SMU Celebrates Indigenous Heritage Through HABI-TAT Artisan Trade Fair and Cultural Workshops Saint Mary’s University (SMU), in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry – Nueva Vizcaya (DTI-Nueva Vizcaya), hosted HABI-TAT: Artisan Trade Fair on October 8–9, 2026. Organized by the School of Accountancy and Business (SAB) alongside the Community Engagement and Indigenous Peoples