Aaron Benjamin Porras, Fourth-Year AB Communication Student, Secures Mr. Local PRISAA–SCKAA 2026 Crown, Giving NDMU a Historic Fifth Consecutive Victory

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 versatility on stage.

He emerged as the top contender among representatives from St. Alexius College, Ramon Magsaysay Memorial College–Marbel Inc., and Goldenstate College, completing the roster of the top four finalists.

This milestone victory underscores NDMU’s sustained excellence in student leadership, co-curricular engagement, and representation in regional intercollegiate competitions.

Past Mr. PRISAA–SCKAA titleholders from NDMU include Kurt Aroso (2022), Patrick Jayson Flaviano Pelonita (2023), Levy Dorado (2024), and John Lloyd Somdido (2025), highlighting the university’s enduring legacy in the male division.

With this win, Aaron Benjamin Porras not only adds another accolade to his personal achievements but also reinforces NDMU’s reputation for cultivating confident, well-rounded, and talented student leaders ready to excel both on and off the stage.

Coach: John Paul Pendon;

Handler/Pasarela: Tonia Labiang - Frontrunners PH

Designer/Stylist: Jay Cabatingan

Makeup: Hesh Esquilla-Arriesgado