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SMU Advances STEM Education Research at the 12th National Research Conference Saint Mary’s University (SMU) strengthened its presence in the national research community through the active participation of its academic leaders, faculty researchers, and graduate scholars at the 12th National Research Conference in Science and Mathematics Education (NRCSME) held on September 30–October 3, 2026, at

Ex-OFW Lifelong learners step closer to college thru ETEEAP Four lifelong learners, including a former overseas Filipino worker, have undergone the panel interface in their quest for baccalaureate degrees. Their rigorous interview is part of the process of the Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP). At Saint Mary’s University, the CHED Program is

SMU Guidance and Testing Office (GTO) and Saint Jerome’s Academy of Bagabag, Inc. (SJABI) Strengthen Collaboration Through Memorandum of Agreement The SMU Guidance and Testing Office (GTO) strengthened its commitment to fostering meaningful partnerships and expanding support for students through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Saint Jerome’s Academy of Bagabag, Inc.

SMU Researchers Bring Local Research to the Global Sustainability Governance Stage The Development Academy of the Philippines–Graduate School of Public Management (DAP-GSPM) formally opened its inaugural Sustainability Governance International Conference 2026 (SG ICon26) on September 29, 2026, at Casa de Polo, Valenzuela City. Anchored on the theme, “Forging Pathways to Sustainable Futures: Governance in the

Champions of Cultural Heritage: SMU-HTM and LGU Hungduan Launch Sustainable Tourism Alliance Continuing its steadfast mission to Inspire sustainability, Innovate community-based tourism, and Influence positive growth, the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management of Saint Mary’s University (SMU-HTM) has formally established a historic community partnership with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Hungduan, Ifugao. Through

Elevating Industry Standards: Anna Victoria Celestine Belen Achieves Certified Hospitality Management Professional Credential BAYOMBONG, Philippines — Demonstrating a continued pursuit of academic and professional excellence, Ms. Anna Victoria Celestine R. Belen, a laboratory assistant in the Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) department, has successfully earned the Certified Hospitality Management Professional (CHMP) credential. The CHMP designation

SMU Researchers Publish Study on Mobile Application Adoption and Self-Regulated Learning in Scopus-Indexed Journal Saint Mary’s University celebrates the publication of a research article by SMU alumna Miss Shenna Mae B. Decoro and Dr. Elsa L. Cajucom, Professor and Director of the Center for Natural Sciences, in the Jurnal Pendidikan IPA Indonesia (JPII), a Scopus-indexed journal published by Universitas Negeri Semarang.

SMU Marks Global Milestone with “Reporter Status” in THE World University Rankings 2027 Saint Mary’s University (SMU) celebrates its “Reporter status” in the 2027 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, marking an important milestone in the University’s continuing journey toward greater global visibility, international benchmarking, and academic excellence. This recognition reflects SMU’s continued efforts to engage

CEBU CITY — Saint Mary’s University (SMU) joined Catholic educators and institutions from across the country at the 2026 Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) National Convention, held at the Waterfront Hotel Cebu City from September 23 to 25, under the theme “Newness in Catholic Education: Charting a Constellation of Hope.” Day 1 opened

Marian Pol Sci majors bag top awards at POLITEIA 2026 Policy research, writing, and communication took center stage at POLITEIA: A Policy Research and Advocacy Seminar-Workshop, held on September 28 at the University of Saint Louis Tuguegarao (USLT). Political Science majors of Saint Mary’s University took part and brought home the top three places in