07/07/2026
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The Office of the Vice President for Research, Development, Innovation, and Extension (OVPRDIE) of Caraga State University successfully conducted its Midyear Assessment on July 2, 2026, at the Watergate Hotel and Convention Center. The activity served as a venue to review the accomplishments of the offices under the OVPRDIE during the first half of 2026, assess the progress of ongoing initiatives, and align strategies for the remaining months of the year.
The program formally opened with the Welcome Remarks and Rationale delivered by the Vice President for Research, Development, Innovation, and Extension, Dr. Jeffrey T. Dellosa, who emphasized the importance of continuous monitoring, collaboration, and accountability in advancing the University's research, innovation, and extension agenda.
The assessment proceeded with the presentation of accomplishments from the OVPRDIE offices. The Research Development and Innovation Services Office (RDISO) was presented by Engr. Godfrey Jan B. Bailo, RDISO Technical Staff, followed by the Extension Services Office (ESO), presented by Dr. Chime M. Garcia. The accomplishments of the Technology Transfer and Licensing Office (TTLO) were presented by Engr. Juven Luzorata, while the Technology Business Incubator (TBI) updates were delivered by Dr. Riah E. Encarnacion. The Research and Development and Publication Management Office (RDPMO) accomplishments were then presented by Dr. Junrie B. Matias.
Counterpart offices from the Caraga State University Cabadbaran Campus (CSUCC) likewise presented their respective accomplishments. These included Ms. Ailene Budiongan for RDISO, Mr. Julito Puebla for the Extension Services Office, Mr. Cresencio Cabuga for the Research and Development and Publication Management Office, Mr. Novie Dave Perez for the Technology Transfer and Licensing Office, and Ms. Melgie Rose Acero for the Technology Business Incubator.
The Midyear Assessment was also attended by the University deans and academic representatives, providing an opportunity to strengthen collaboration between the OVPRDIE and the academic units. Present during the activity were Dr. Abigael Balbin, Dean of the College of Engineering and Geosciences; Dr. Elizabeth P. Parac, Dean of the College of Agriculture and Agri-Industries; Dr. Roger T. Sarmiento, Dean of the College of Forestry and Environmental Sciences; Dr. Jaymer M. Jayoma, Dean of the College of Computing and Information Systems; Dr. Shiela Badiang, Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences; and Mr. Abzonie Reรฑo, Associate Dean of the College of Education.
Representatives from CSU Cabadbaran Campus also participated in the assessment, including Dr. Earl Niรฑofranco, Dean of the College of Tourism and Hospitality Management; Dr. Vicardo J. Aroy, Dean of the College of Industrial Technology and Teacher Education; Mr. Federico Griรฑo, Associate Dean of the College of Engineering and Information Technology; and Mr. Bocarie T. Sultan, representative of the College of Business and Accountancy.
The participation of the college deans and academic representatives provided them with comprehensive updates on the status of the University's research and extension initiatives, publication outputs, innovation programs, technology transfer activities, and other OVPRDIE-led programs that directly support their respective colleges.
Also in attendance were Dr. Nathalie L. Daminar, Division Chief for Research, Development, Innovation, and Extension of CSU Cabadbaran Campus, and Dr. Deomila Mamaoag, Campus Director of CSU Cabadbaran Campus.
The Midyear Assessment concluded with meaningful discussions, collaborative planning, and strategic recommendations aimed at sustaining the momentum of OVPRDIE initiatives and ensuring the successful implementation of research, development, innovation, and extension programs for the remainder of 2026.