HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam - In pursuit of greater internationalization and meaningful global engagement, Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) conducted a benchmarking visit with Ho Chi Minh Open University (HCMOU), Vietnam, on September 14, 2026, opening new pathways for academic collaboration and international partnership. Wilter C. Friales, Vice President for External Affairs, and Dr. Joan P. Palma, Vice President for Academics of Notre Dame of Marbel University, pose for

KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — Team South Cotabato–Myanmar emerged as the Champion in the CHED XII Get to Know ASEAN Video Competition during the ASEAN Month Celebration 2026 Culmination Program organized by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Regional Office XII. The competition brought together participating higher education institutions from across SOCCSKSARGEN, which were grouped and assigned different ASEAN member states—excluding the Philippines—to represent thr

KORONADAL CITY — Reaffirming its commitment to equity, access, and social justice, Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) took concrete action to build fairer learning spaces through a hands-on curriculum workshop at the Alumni Center on September 4, 2026. Organized by the Gender and Human Development (GaHD) Office, the seminar-workshop, titled "Crafting a Syllabus Using the Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Lens: Facilitating a Fair and Inclusive Le

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) faculty are advancing their research and development capabilities through a two-day capacity-building program, September 3-4, 2026, under the Research and Development Leadership (RDLead) Program of the Department of Science and Technology–National Research Council of the Philippines (DOST-NRCP), with Engr. Febus Reidj G. Cruz as the RD Leader. The training gathered 39 faculty researchers from across NDMU, including 26 from the College of

KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) officially unveiled the logo for its upcoming 80th Foundation Anniversary, marking the beginning of a milestone celebration anchored on the theme “80 Years of Mission: A Legacy of Marist Education, A Journey of Hope.” NDMU's 80th Foundation Anniversary logo featuring an intertwined gold-and-green “80,” the Marist of Champagnat emblem, oak leaves and tree motifs symbolizing the Year of the Oak, and the Uni

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) proudly congratulates its three successful examinees who passed the September 2026 Librarians Computer-Based Licensure Examination conducted by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). NDMU joins their families, friends, faculty members, and fellow graduates in celebrating this significant professional milestone. Congratulations to our newest librarians! May you continue to uphold excellence in the promotion of knowledge, informatio

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) proudly celebrates another significant academic milestone as its Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) program has been granted Level II Re-Accredited Status by the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities, Inc. (PAASCU). The re-accreditation is valid until November 2028, affirming the University's continued commitment to excellence in engineering education, quality assurance, and academic i

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) has been granted a Certificate of Accreditation by the Professional Regulatory Board of Accountancy (PRBOA) under the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), authorizing the University to offer Accountancy Refresher Courses. The accreditation, issued through ACC No. 2026-019, recognizes NDMU's compliance with the requirements set under PRC guidelines for refresher course providers. The certification is valid until August 2031. This rec

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) received a Certificate of Commendation from the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office XII (CHEDRO XII) during the ASEAN Month 2026 Awarding and Culmination Ceremony held on August 27, 2026. The award recognizes NDMU's exemplary performance in internationally recognized rankings and national licensure examinations, including its inclusion in the Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Rankings 2026 (1001–1500). The Uni

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) proudly celebrates the achievement of Rolly Jude M. Ortega, an alumnus of the AB Political Science program (Batch 2008), for winning First Place in the Short Story Category of the prestigious 2026 Nick Joaquin Literary Awards. Ortega earned the top honor for his short story, “The Decision,” which was published in the April 2025 issue of the Philippines Graphic Reader. Organized annually by Philippines Graphic, the Nick Joaquin Literary