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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

Notre Dame of Marbel University proudly celebrates John Ryan B. Huqueriza , a BSSW-4 student , for winning the Extemporaneous Speaking Championship at the Local PRISAA 2026 , held at the BRC Convention Hall on February 4, 2026 . This remarkable achievement adds to Huqueriza’s accomplishments, as he also emerged champion in the same event during the Local PRISAA SCKAA 2023 , under the coaching of Ms. Jireh Clarisse T. Salomsom, LPT . With this victory, John Ryan B. Huqueriz

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) and the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) Regional Office XII officially strengthened their collaboration through the ceremonial signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during the Planners’ Network and Technical Briefing held on January 29, 2026, at the Greenleaf Hotel, General Santos City. The MOU signing formed part of the program’s morning session, alongside the Collaborative Forum on building the Pl

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) President, Bro. Paterno S. Corpus, FMS, Ed.D., served as one of the distinguished panelists during the Collaborative Forum: Building the Planner’s Network through NGA–Academe–APO–LGU Partnerships, organized by the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) Region XII on January 29, 2026, at the Greenleaf Hotel, General Santos City. The one-day Planners’ Network and Technical Briefing highlighted the importance of multi

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) marked another institutional milestone as Crinice Jean Bautista Daluz, a fourth-year Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering major in Structural Engineering, was crowned Mutya ng Tantangan 2026, continuing the Marista-to-Marista title succession.

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

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) 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

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

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

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

Notre Dame of Marbel University proudly congratulates Danielle Sophia D. Capacillo , a 3rd-year Nursing student and current SSG Senator , on her election as the President of the PACSL Mindanao Core Group . PACSA, the Philippine Association of Campus Student Advisers , serves as the premier organization supporting campus advisers and student leaders nationwide, and Danielle’s election highlights her exceptional leadership and commitment to student development. Beyond her PACS

NDMU’s Roxanne Angelie P. Valencia, a 3rd-year Bachelor of Science in Social Work student, wins the Impromptu Competition during the recently held Marist Pasundayag 2025 at Notre Dame of Dadiangas University. Roxanne’s performance captivated judges and audiences alike, showcasing her eloquence, quick thinking, and mastery of social work perspectives. Her achievement contributed to Notre Dame of Marbel University’s strong presence in the academic and socio-cultural events of t

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) was honored with a Plaque of Recognition as one of the Top Performing Schools in the 2025 Social Work Licensure Examination during the Oathtaking Ceremony of New Social Workers held on November 15, 2025 , at The Tent, Gatchalian Drive, Las Piñas City . The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) and the Professional Regulatory Board of Social Work presented the recognition as part of the national event. University President Bro. Pate

Pasay City, Philippines — November 14, 2025 The administration of Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) actively participated in the 2025 General Assembly of the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU) held at Conrad Manila, Pasay City . The event brought together representatives from accredited institutions across the Philippines to discuss key developments in academic quality assurance and accreditation practices. NDMU’s delegat