USTP CDO Extension and Community Relations Division

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐏𝐋𝐂 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines–Cagayan de Oro (USTP CDO), through the CPLC Extension Program under the Extension and Community Relations Division, headed by Dr. Maria Teresa M. Fajardo, successfully conducted an online evaluation and planning meeting with Dr. John Franklin Dresser and his colleagues. The activity was led by CPLC Project Leader Dr. Angelo P. Walag, together with the CPLC strand project leaders and the USTP training team, as part of the program’s transition toward its final year of implementation.

The meeting reviewed the accomplishments and challenges encountered during the Year 4 implementation, highlighting effective practices and areas for improvement based on internal assessments and consolidated feedback from ALS teachers. It also initiated strategic planning for Year 5 (2026), including a preliminary discussion on the culmination program and the recognition of outstanding performers and completers across the different learning strands, reaffirming the partners’ shared commitment to a strong and impactful conclusion of the CPLC Extension Program.

𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐏 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐀𝐏𝐈𝐃 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 10 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐇𝐋𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐓 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭

A coordination and exploratory meeting is being held today between the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP) and RAPID Region 10 to discuss potential collaboration on a research-based extension project anchored on the DOST-funded initiative CHLOMET. The project, implemented under the leadership of Dr. Franch Maverick A. Lorilla and Engr. Diogenes Armando Pascua, focuses on the development of a portable and low-cost chlorophyll meter designed to help farmers monitor plant nitrogen levels in real time, optimize fertilizer application, and improve crop productivity.

The meeting serves as a platform to explore opportunities to deploy and validate CHLOMET in actual farming communities through partnerships with farmer groups and cooperatives supported by the RAPID Growth Program. Discussions center on possible pilot testing, farmer training, and participatory data collection to generate research outputs while delivering practical benefits to farmers. This engagement marks an important step toward translating research innovations into community-based extension interventions that promote inc

Learning made fun, stories made meaningful!

Last January 17, 2026 the AL RAID of USTP Muslim Organization Led the Project Panarimaan a Ranon for Muslim children held at Brgy. Nazareth, Upper 20, Cagayan de Oro City.

-CDO

Kudos to the USTP administration for the support and congratulations and gratitude to all faculty extensionist from CSTE, COT and CSM who contributed their time, talent and skills to serve the communities and partner.

We started 2026 with a renewed commitment to strengthening research-based and community-responsive extension programs of the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines – Cagayan de Oro Campus. In line with this direction, the Extension and Community Relations Division (ECRD) convened a coordination meeting on January 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the ECRD Office. The meeting aimed to align plans, review board-approved extension programs, and discuss completed research outputs of faculty and students that may be translated into extension initiatives for the year.

The meeting was attended by the College Extension Coordinators, namely: Dr. Macrine Grace G. Amato of the College of Medicine (COM), Ms. Florianne T. Consolacion of the College of Science and Mathematics (CSM), Ar. Chris Francis N. Aspiras of the College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA), Engr. Helen Grace B. Gonzales of the College of Technology (COT), Ms. Maria Angeles D. Hinosolango of the College of Science and Technology Education (CSTE), Mr. John Jarvey Babia of the College of Information Technology and Computing (CITC), and Jan Michael R. Remolado, PhD(c), RN of the College of Nursing (CON). The meeting was facilitated by the Extension and Community Relations Division.

During the discussion on board-approved extension programs, the coordinators reviewed the status, scope, and implementation plans of their respective college initiatives. Emphasis was placed on ensuring alignment with the University’s strategic goals and responsiveness to identified community needs. Clarifications were made regarding timelines, partner communities, and documentation requirements to ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.

The meeting also highlighted the importance of integrating completed research outputs of faculty and students into extension programs. The coordinators shared potential research studies that may be translated into extension projects, reinforcing the University’s thrust toward research-based extension. This discussion underscored the role of extension as a mechanism for transforming academic knowledge into tangible community impact.

Other matters related to the coordination, monitoring, and reporting of extension activities were likewise discussed. The Extension Coordinators were encouraged to strengthen collaboration within and across colleges and to closely coordinate with the ECRD for proposal enhancement, implementation guidance, and timely submission of reports.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment among the participants to advance inclusive, sustainable, and research-driven extension programs for 2026. The active engagement of the Extension Coordinators reflected a collective effort to ensure that the University’s extension initiatives effectively translate research and innovation into meaningful service to communities.

Year-End Meeting for Student Organizations in USTP-CDO | December 22

Yesterday, we successfully concluded our Year-End Meeting for Student Organizations, bringing together passionate youth leaders and volunteers for an afternoon of reflection, inspiration, and commitment. 💙

The program featured meaningful talks on volunteering engagements, inspiring messages, and the presentation of accomplishment reports from various student organizations, namely the University Student Government (USG), FAESO, Andam Higala (AH), and AL RAID. The sharing of community projects, volunteering engagements, best practices, and lessons learned highlighted a year filled with service and impactful initiatives.

Thank you to everyone who made this event meaningful. Here’s to more service, leadership, and positive change ahead!

Big thanks to

James Adrian Abalde Sabo

for all your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!

𝐕𝐀𝐖 𝐚𝐲 𝐖𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐧, 𝐊𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐢𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧!

The “Tsansing Safe Spaces Act” advocates for the enforcement of Republic Act 11313, known as the Safe Spaces Act (Bawal Bastos Law), which safeguards individuals against various forms of gender-based sexual harassment in streets, workplaces, educational institutions, online environments, and public areas.

The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP) strongly stands in solidarity and power with the Philippine Commission on Women in rallying this year’s 18-day campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW)

Stop VAW, look behind the silence, and listen with compassion. Let our collective action speak for a

Nugget 1:Start With the Community, Not the Proposal

Extension work fails when the community is just a backdrop.

Real Extension 101: Before you write anything, listen first. Sit with the barangay, listen to women, youth, farmers, fisherfolk. Let their felt needs shape your project, not your convenience or existing module.

Consultation is not a checkbox. It is the foundation of any efficient and impactful extension program.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬–𝐂𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐨 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 4𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐲 formally sealed their collaboration through a Memorandum of Partnership Signing Ceremony. The event highlighted both institutions’ shared commitment to fostering innovation, advancing ICT capability-building, and strengthening community-centered initiatives in Northern Mindanao. Through this partnership, USTP-CDO will provide expertise, training programs, and technical support to enhance the digital skills, cybersecurity preparedness, and leadership competencies of the Battalion's officers and enlisted personnel.

Meanwhile, the 4th Signal Battalion expressed its commitment to actively participate in the capacity-building activities and extend logistical support to ensure the success of the planned engagements. This collaboration also opens the door to joint projects, research initiatives, and technology-driven solutions that contribute to community resilience and national development. The ceremony marks the beginning of sustained cooperation aimed at empowering military personnel, enriching academic-community partnerships, and expanding the impact of both institutions in promoting innovation and service for the greater good.

𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐄𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐨 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐏-𝐂𝐃𝐎 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐋𝐒 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦.

The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines–Cagayan de Oro Campus was formally recognized by the Department of Education Division of Cagayan de Oro City for its exceptional support in hosting the ALS (Alternative Learning System) Night School Program. The USTP ALS Night School has been catering to elementary and junior high school learners for two consecutive years, providing vital educational opportunities to out-of-school learners in the community.

The recognition was conferred during the Partners Convergence, an event that honors both private and public agencies that have contributed significantly to the attainment of quality education in Cagayan de Oro City. USTP-CDO, through its Extension and Community Relations Division led by Dr. Maria Teresa M. Fajardo, expressed gratitude for the honor and reaffirmed its commitment to empowering learners and advancing inclusive education through continued collaboration with DepEd and other partners.