Institute of Governance, Innovations and Sustainability

Happy Birthday, Dr. Van! 🎉

Wishing you good health, happiness, and continued success in all that you do. May this year bring you countless blessings and meaningful moments.

📣 Admissions Are Now Open! 🎓

Ready to take the next step in shaping innovative solutions for the public sector?

The Master in Public Sector Innovations (MPSI) program of the Institute of Governance, Innovations, and Sustainability (IGIS) is now accepting applications for the upcoming academic term.

✨ Enhance your leadership skills
✨ Drive meaningful public sector transformation
✨ Learn innovative and sustainable governance practices
✨ Connect with professionals and change-makers

🗓 Application Period: June 6 – July 6, 2026

Take this opportunity to advance your career and become a catalyst for positive change in your community and beyond.

📌 Scan the QR code or visit the admission portal to apply today.
https://prisms.ustp.edu.ph/padmission?campus=WjlBbzRFTnhBZGkxdG50VmxUTVRjdz09&dept=

Lead. Innovate. Transform. Your journey starts here.

Happy Birthday, Dr. Mon! Wishing you a year filled with blessings, growth, and unforgettable moments. 🎂🎈✨

The City College of Cagayan de Oro consults the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines through its Institute of Governance, Innovations, and Sustainability as they prepare for modules on Governance and Leadership among CDO City's local government units/barangays.

This is a technical advisory and extension with the City Government and USTP for 2026. IGIS earnestly welcomes its partner and fellow HEI!

Happy Birthday, Dr. Ging! 🎉

Your leadership, dedication, and commitment to excellence serve as a true inspiration to us all. We are truly grateful for your guidance and support.

May your special day be filled with joy, and may the year ahead bring you greater success, good health, and many more achievements.

— From your IGIS family

Ms. Shanieka S. Rañopa successfully defended her Capstone Paper entitled, "Data-Driven Governance Innovation in Higher Education: Developing an Executive Dashboard for USTP” on April 15,2026.

The panelists are composed of the following:
Adviser: Ulrich Lee F. Uy, MSIT
Chair/Co-Adviser: Demetria May T. Saniel, DM
Member 1: Demetria May T. Saniel, DM
Member 2: Marylene S. Eder, MIT, Ph.D (Ongoing)
Member 3: Engr. Alex L. Maureal, MEngSC., D.Eng (Ongoing)

Congratulations!

🎓✨ Capstone Final Defense ✨🎓

Join us as we witness the culmination of hard work, innovation, and dedication in this Capstone Final Defense!

📌 Title: “Enhancing Data Integration and Reporting Efficiency in the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines through an Executive Dashboard”

👩‍🎓 Presenter:
SHANIEKA S. RAÑOPA
Candidate, Master in Public Sector Innovations
Major in Digital Service Platforms & e-Governance

📅 Date: April 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 NN
📍 Venue: IGIS Office Conference Room, 1st Floor, CEA Building

💻 Join via Zoom:
🔗https://ustp-edu-ph.zoom.us/j/88221006769?pwd=MbBNlIWHtsUcWpexNc1Yqt8sC9dboR.1

👥 Panel Members:
• Demetria May T. Saniel, DM
• Engr. Ulrich Lee F. Uy, MSIT
• Marylene S. Eder, MIT, Ph.D (ongoing)
• Engr. Alex L. Maureal, MEngSc., D.Eng (ongoing)

🎓 Panel Chairperson & Co-Adviser:
Demetria May T. Saniel, DM

Congratulations to Juliet R. Reyes for defending her Final Capstone Study entitled: ADVANCING PUBLIC SERVICE AND HUMAN CAPITAL IN REGION X: THE PRIME-HRM NExUS TOOLBOX
(NAVIGATING EXCELLENCE IN UNIFIED SYSTEMS FOR LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT) on April 14, 2026.

The panel was composed of the following:
Member 1: LIBBY JOSEPHINE M. ABESAMIS, DPA
Member 2: FRANCIS THAISE A. CIMENE, Ph.D.
Member 3: MARIA FARINA R. GIMENO, MPM
External Panel: Director III Atty. Cosette Maglasang-Mundo
Assistant Regional Director, Civil Service Commission Region X

Congratulations to Ms. Evy R. Elago for her Capstone Final Defense that was conducted on April 8, 2026. The study is entitled, "Assessment of the Farm Mechanization Program in Misamis Oriental: Basis for Circular Economy–Driven Innovation and Program Enhancement.”

The panel was composed of the following:
Adviser/Chair: Maria Noelyn S. Dano, PhD
Member 1: Demetria May T. Saniel, DM
Member 2: Renato O. Arazo, PhD
Member 3: Adonis A. Closas, M.ENG.
External Member: Archimedes C. Lazaro, EnP (External)
Provincial Planning and Development Coordinator (PPDC)