NDMU News, Updates, and Job Openings

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

Koronadal City, South Cotabato — Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) continues to demonstrate academic excellence as its Graduate School programs have been granted PAASCU Level III Re-Accredited Status, making it the first and only graduate school in Region 12 (SOCCSKSARGEN) to earn this distinction for three consecutive accreditation cycles. The following Graduate School programs earned the prestigious Level III Re-Accredited Status for five years (2025–2030): Doctor of

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

Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) congratulates alumni Kerlynn Jade E. Panes and Kenneth E. Teorima for successfully earning and passing the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) examination. The CMA is a U.S.-recognized and globally respected professional credential in management accounting and strategic financial management. Their achievements reflect dedication, professional excellence, and the strong academic foundation provided by NDMU, inspiring fellow alumni and s

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

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