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SMU IDQAO Leaders Attend 34th National Quality Forum Saint Mary’s University’s Director of Institutional Development and Quality Assurance (IDQAO), Pearl Via Coballes, and Assistant Director, Dr. Harrison Villanueva, participated in the 34th National Quality Forum (NQF) organized by the Philippine Society for Quality (PSQ).The NQF, held on September 12-13, 2024 at the Manila Hotel, brought […]

SMU at the forefront: Faculty excellence and innovation take center stage at ICRII 2024 Saint Mary’s University was well-represented by six faculty members who contributed valuable insights during the International Conference on Research, Innovation, and Investment (ICRII) on September 16-17, 2024, at the Limketkai Luxe Hotel in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines. Among them was

SMU Breaks Ground for New Science Building Saint Mary’s University held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Science Building on September 20, 2024. The building will house the Medical Technology, Nursing, Pharmacy programs and the Center for Natural Sciences. The ceremony began with a prayer led by Rev. Fr. Alberto I. Tamisen, CICM, setting a

SMU Integrates CICM Spirituality and AI Leadership at Academic Session 2024 Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya — Saint Mary’s University conducted its annual Academic Session on September 25, 2024, at the Rev. Fr. Cornelius Tonus Gymnasium, centering on the theme, “From Transcendental to Artificial Intelligence: The CICM Fathers’ Spirituality and Leadership Challenging Today’s Preferential Options.” The keynote

SMU staff passes International CGSP and CHP Examination-Certification Ms. Anna Victoria Celestine R. Belen, CGSP, CHP, HTM Laboratory Assistant, successfully passed the international certification for the Certified Guest Service Professional (CGSP) designation of the American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institution (under the jurisdiction of the American Hotel and Lodging Association or AHLA) and  Certified Hospitality

SMU regains autonomous status Saint Mary’s University regained its autonomous status for three years from Sept. 16, 2024 to Sept. 15, 2027. In CMO No. 7 series of 2024 released on Sept. 23, 2024, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) identified SMU as one of the 77 private higher education institutions in the Philippines that

SMU-HTM Recognized as CERTIFIED GUEST SERVICE PROPERTY 2024-2025 SMU-HTM is again recognized by the American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) as Certified Guest Service Property. AHLEI is a prestigious international organization that trains and certifies hospitality and tourism professionals. The award received by Dr. John Octavious S. Palina, University President and Mr. John Michael

Marian JPIANS clinch Gold in 1st Astrex Cup Regional Accounting Quiz Bee In a historic achievement, Charlene Andres and Ten-Ten Tipo, both 3rd year BS Accountancy students, won the gold medal at the first-ever Astrex Cup Regional Accounting Quiz Bee held last Sunday, September 8. This event, hosted at Isabela State University-Echague Campus and competed

Marian bootcampers bring home awards The Hospitality and Tourism Management Department of the School of Accountancy and Business is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the 3-day Bootcamp and J-List experience organized by the Junior Tourism and Hospitality Management Association of the Philippines at the National University – Fairview. As an institutional member of

Marians Bag Major Awards in International Research Conference The School of Accountancy and Business received significant awards at the 1st International Research Conference in Business and Information Technology, themed “Innovative Strategies and Technologies for a Sustainable Digital Future in Business.” The conference was organized by the Cagayan Valley Computer and Information Technology (CVCIT) College in