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Notre Dame of Marbel University proudly celebrates the success of its 11 new Marist lawyers  who passed the September 2025 Philippine Bar Examination , achieving a 100% passing rate for first-time takers (9/9)  and strong performance from retakers (2/3) . With an impressive 91.67% overall performance , NDMU once again surpassed the national passing rate of 48.96% , highlighting the university’s strong commitment to academic excellence and values-based legal education. This re

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU)  proudly congratulates Glorietta Mae Guisinga , a Psychology alumna , for securing Top 8  in the Associate Certified Practitioner in Human Resources (aCPHR) Certification Examination . Held from December 9 to 12, 2025 , during the aCPHR Certification Assessment Week , the examination rigorously evaluates professional knowledge, ethical standards, and practical skills essential for human resources practitioners. Ranking among the Top 10 e

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU)  proudly recognizes Janine Mae G. Padernilla , a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology alumna , for her outstanding achievement as Top 7  in the Certified Trauma Support Practitioner (CTSP) Qualifying Examination  held on December 6, 2025 . The CTSP Qualifying Examination is a highly competitive and comprehensive assessment that measures essential competencies in trauma-informed care, ethical practice, and mental health support. Ranking among t

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) congratulates  its 2023–2025 graduates  for their strong performance in the September 2025 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LET) . The Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED)  program achieved a 100% passing rate , with all 13 first-time takers  passing—well above the national average of 51.04% . Meanwhile, the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSED)  program recorded an 84.35% passing rate , with 97 passers out of 115 tak

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) proudly announces the outstanding success of its graduates in the September 2025 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LET) , producing 110 new Marist Licensed Professional Teachers . The university once again demonstrated academic excellence, with both its education programs performing well above national averages. The Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED)  program achieved an impressive 100% passing rate (13 out of 13 firs

On December 16, 2025, Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) and the AboitizPower Distribution Group convened for a strategic meeting aimed at strengthening collaboration in support of engineering education and industry readiness. The engagement focused on the AboitizPower Distribution Group Engineering Scholarship Program, as highlighted in the presentation delivered during the meeting. Held at the SMC Conference Room at NDMU in Koronadal City, South Cotabato, the meeting se

The Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) has formally strengthened its partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd) City Schools Division  for the implementation of the NSTP 2 – Literacy Training Service (LTS)  program. The partnership meeting and orientation were held on December 9, 2025 , at the NDMU Alumni Center . The event was headed by Dr. Richard P. Moral Jr. , DepEd City Schools Division Reading Coordinator , who led discussions on reading intervention strat

The Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) College of Law has been officially honored as the 6th Ranking Legal Education Institution (LEI) nationwide  in the 2024 Bar Examination Performance. The distinction was awarded during the Legal Education Board (LEB) Year-End Stakeholders’ Meeting  held at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) . This recognition highlights NDMU College of Law’s strong commitment to legal education excellence and its continued efforts i

The Capacity Building Program for the teachers of Marist Learning Centre (MLC), Thailand has officially commenced, marking a significant milestone in the continuing partnership between Marist Learning Centre–Thailand and Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU), Philippines. The program formally opened with its first online session held last December 4, 2025, featuring Ms. Leofer Fernando-Roxas, NDMU Language Teacher as the first lecturer. The opening session set the tone for a

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) proudly congratulates Kevyn Lovelei Dawn Ogena , BSBA Financial Management alumna, for ranking 2nd in SOCCSKSARGEN  in the June 2025 Basic Competency in Local Treasury Examination (BCLTE)  with an impressive score of 93.45% . NDMU celebrates her success, noting that it serves as an inspiration to students and alumni alike, and brings pride to both her family and the university community. The university extends its warmest congratulations

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) proudly recognizes Japhet S. Pasadilla, CPA, CTT , a first-year Juris Doctor student, for placing Top 7  in SOCCSKSARGEN  region in the June 2025 Basic Competency in Local Treasury Examination (BCLTE) . Pasadilla earned an impressive 89.31% , showcasing strong analytical skills and professional competence. He is a graduate of NDMU’s Bachelor of Science in Accountancy  program and a passer of the Certified Public Accountant Licensure Exam

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) proudly congratulates Eoin Roy V. Soberano , a 2nd-year BSBA Financial Management student, for achieving 1st place in Region XII  in the August 2025 Civil Service Examination – Pen and Paper Test (CSE-PPT) Subprofessional Level . Soberano’s outstanding performance highlights his dedication, discipline, and academic excellence, bringing pride to both himself and the NDMU community. NDMU extends its warmest congratulations to Eoin Roy V. S

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) proudly celebrates the outstanding achievement of Cyrus Piang, a 3rd-year Financial Management student, and Angelo Espania, a 3rd-year Nursing student, who clinched the gold medal in the Badminton Doubles Category at the 2025 NDEA Tertiary Meet, held at the NDMU Gymnasium. Throughout the tournament, Piang and Espania displayed remarkable teamwork, agility, and precision, overcoming every opponent with strategic plays and quick reflexes.

Notre Dame of Marbel University proudly honors Gleo Gulac, a 3rd-year BSBA – Financial Management student, for his remarkable achievement in winning the gold medal in the NDEA Tertiary Meet 2025 Badminton Singles B Category, held at the NDMU Gymnasium. Throughout the competition, Gulac demonstrated outstanding technique, speed, and precision, displaying impressive control and strategy on the court. His consistent performance earned him the top spot in the Singles B division.

Notre Dame of Marbel University proudly celebrates Ralph Batalon, a 4th-year BSBA–Marketing Management student, for capturing the gold medal and emerging as the champion in the NDEA Tertiary Meet 2025 Badminton Singles A Category, held at the NDMU Gymnasium. Batalon showcased exceptional skill throughout the tournament, dominating the Singles A division with sharp reflexes, powerful smashes, and consistent composure in high-pressure rallies. With this gold medal victory, Bata

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU), Philippines, and Universitas Multimedia Nusantara (UMN), Indonesia, have officially launched a dynamic international partnership that aims to elevate architectural education, research productivity, and global engagement between the two institutions. Formalized through two five-year Memoranda of Agreement on Faculty Exchange and Research Collaboration, this initiative marks a significant step in NDMU’s expanding internationalization effo

The Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) achieved a remarkable triumph at the 2025 NDEA Tertiary Meet Dancesport Competition – Modern Standard Category, with dance partners Denmark Umipig (BPED 4) and Jane Heart Cabahug (BSCS 3) securing the Champion title after delivering an exceptional and highly commended performance. Umipig and Cabahug demonstrated impeccable synchronization, refined technique, and commanding artistry on the dance floor—qualities that set them apart and

The Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) celebrated another remarkable victory at the 2025 NDEA Tertiary Meet Dancesport Competition, this time in the Latin American Category, as Jazz Humphrey Casa (BPED 2) and Hazel Grace Hechanova (BPED 4) clinched the Champion title. Casa and Hechanova delivered a performance marked by energy, precision, and artistic flair, captivating both judges and spectators. Their mastery of rhythm, posture, and technique distinguished them as the t

KORONADAL CITY —  Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) continued to demonstrate its academic prowess by topping the NDEA Tertiary Meet 2025 Quiz Bowl, held at the BRC Convention Hall on December 4. The NDMU team delivered an outstanding performance, showcasing sharp recall, quick thinking, and effective teamwork. Their mastery of diverse subjects and composed approach under pressure highlighted the university’s dedication to academic excellence. NDMU Quiz Bowl Team 2025 Rem

KORONADAL CITY —  Charles Ivan P. Solis, a BSEE-3 student from Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU), secured the championship in the Talumpati competition during the Notre Dame Educational Association (NDEA) Tertiary Invitational Meet 2025 – Academic Events held on December 4 at the BRC Convention Hall. Solis’ victory extends NDMU’s dominance in the event, marking the fourth consecutive year  that the university has claimed the Talumpati crown. His triumph follows the winni