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BALI, INDONESIA — Alphil Christian Cabe , Research Associate of Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU), presented his research at the 12th International Conference on Education 2026 held from March 26–28 in Bali, Indonesia. His study, titled “Gender Awareness of Notre Dame of Marbel University: Attitudes, Needs and Expectations of College Students,”  examined the level of gender awareness among college students, focusing on their perspectives, needs, and expectations related

BALI, INDONESIA — Research on innovative approaches to medical technology education was presented by Dr. Hazel Granil , Dean of the College of Health Sciences at Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU), during the 12th International Conference on Education 2026 held from March 26–28 in Bali, Indonesia. Dr. Granil shared her study titled “Remote Delivery of RLE in Medical Technology Education: Cases of Teachers and Students,”  which examined how educators and learners adapted t

BALI, INDONESIA — Dr. Wilter C. Friales , Professor and NDMU Administrator, serving as Director of Student Affairs (DSA) and Quality Assurance, Admissions, Promotions, and Scholarships (QUAPS) at Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU), was awarded the Overall Best Presentation  during the 12th International Conference on Education 2026 (ICEDU 2026), held from March 26–28 in Bali, Indonesia. Out of 385 presenters from 42 countries , the recognition underscores the exceptional

BALI, INDONESIA — Four faculty members from Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) presented their research at the 12th International Conference on Education 2026 (ICEDU 2026) held from March 26–28 in Bali, Indonesia, demonstrating the university’s strong engagement in international academic research and collaboration. Representing NDMU at the international conference were Dr. Karla Jane Cabiling-Dalipe , Alphil Christian Cabe , Dr. Hazel Granil , Dean of the College of Healt

Pre-service teachers from Notre Dame of Marbel University’s College of Education showcased outstanding excellence at the 2026 PAFTE XII Regional Students’ Congress, winning multiple championships in Quiz Bee and Research Presentation, along with recognitions in speech, teaching demonstration, and hip-hop competitions.

Making history for NDMU , Jane Heart S. Cabahug and Denmark F. Umipig  captured their fourth consecutive Regional PRISAA championship  at the Dancesport Competition held last March 5, 2026, at the NDTC Gymnasium in Tacurong City . The duo dominated multiple categories, winning Best in Slow Waltz , Best in Tango , Best in Viennese Waltz , and Best in Quickstep , securing the championship in Modern Standard Dancesport —marking NDMU’s fourth straight victory  at the regional le

TACURONG CITY — Aaron Benjamin Porras , a fourth-year Bachelor of Arts in Communication  student of Notre Dame of Marbel University , placed 2nd Runner-Up  in the Mr. PRISAA Region XII 2026  competition held on March 6, 2026  in Tacurong City . Porras, who holds the titles Mr. NDMU 2025  and Mr. Local PRISAA SCKAA 2026 , represented the university with confidence and strong stage presence among candidates from different higher education institutions across Region XII . Porras

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) was declared Overall Champion  in the Local PRISAA SCKAA 2026, held from February 2–6, 2026, at the university campus. The five-day athletic meet brought together private schools across South Cotabato, Cotabato, and Sultan Kudarat in a celebration of sportsmanship, discipline, and unity. Competing in various team and individual events, NDMU athletes delivered strong and consistent performances that earned the university the highest overa

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) on February 4, 2026, thereby authorizing eligible students under NAPOLCOM guidelines to receive scholarship assistance. Under the scholarship, all surviving children of deceased or permanently incapacitated police or military personnel are entitled to financial assistance from kindergarten up to the college level at a nonexclusive institu

KORONADAL CITY  — Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) further strengthened its pageant legacy as Krizna Zynne Camilo, a second -year Bachelor of Science in Nursing student , was crowned Ms. PRISAA–SCKAA 2026 , securing the university’s fourth consecutive title in the female category . Past Ms. PRISAA–SCKAA titleholders from NDMU include Clara Nodesca Michelena (2023), Chantelle Chloe Pecson (2024), and Erich Grace Exim (2025). Camilo also earned special awards for Miss Pho

KORONADAL CITY  — Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) sustained its dominance in the Local PRISAA pageant as Aaron Benjamin Porras, a fourth-year Bachelor of Arts in Communication student and currently Mr. NDMU 2025 , clinched the Mr. PRISAA–SCKAA 2026  title, marking the university’s fifth consecutive win in the male division . Porras also earned accolades for Best in Regional Attire, Best in Sports Attire, and Best in Interview , demonstrating his confidence, poise, and

General Santos City  — Notre Dame of Marbel University proudly celebrates Alliyah N. Berja , a second-year BS Civil Engineering student, for being crowned Ms. PICE Regional Student Summit RXII 2026  during the pageant held on February 4, 2026, at the Lagao Gymnasium, General Santos City. Berja’s victory marks a historic milestone for NDMU as she secured the university’s fourth consecutive Ms. PICE Regional title , continuing a remarkable legacy of excellence in the prestigiou

Contributing to Notre Dame of Marbel University’s growth in critical scholarship, Mr. Kloyde Caday was among the featured researcher-speakers at a research symposium on English language education held on January 8–9, 2026, at Sorsogon State University (SorSU). Mr. Caday is the Publication Officer at NDMU’s Research and Publication Office and a faculty member of the Language Department whose research interests include applied linguistics, literature teaching, and Mindanao stud

South Cotabato, Philippines  — Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) continues to strengthen its global academic engagement through its participation in the International Graduate School Faculty Exchange Program  at Universitas Multimedia Nusantara (UMN)  in Tangerang, Banten, Indonesia. Representing NDMU in this prestigious program is Dr. Rean May C. Galang, CMITAP , the BSBA Program Coordinator , who has been selected as a Lecturer for UMN’s Graduate School. Her selection

NDMU Retains ISO 14001:2015 Certification Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) proudly celebrates the successful retention of its ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System Certification, reaffirming the institution’s strong commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible stewardship. The certification audit, conducted by TÜV NORD Philippines, Inc. on January 16, 2026, highlights NDMU’s continued compliance with international standards in managing environment

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 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