USeP Ugnayan ng Antropolohiyang Iano

[𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐋𝐘 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐃] 𝐁𝐒𝐃𝐀 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟑𝟐𝟒-𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩

The Bachelor of Science in Development Anthropology completed its internship program, totaling 324 hours rendered to four key partner agencies.

The event officially commenced with a welcome message from Ms. Jinefer S. Montayre, followed by a short message from the college dean, Dr. Lantajo.

A presentation prepared by the BSDA students showed their accomplishments during their internship journey. The BSDA students also took their time in sharing their personal takeaways as they experienced first-hand challenges and real-world scenarios in their respective partner agencies during their internship.

The students expressed their appreciation to the agencies they were assigned to, as these became their training ground and home all in one. A representative of the four agencies present at the event delivered a message of gratitude. Ms. Azereth A. Barton from the National Commission on indigenous Peoples (NCIP)- Region XI and Ms. Maria Corina T. Lopez from the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP)- Davao. A message from Atty. Mark Peñalver, through Ms. Marjaneh Cadis of the Interface Development Interventions for Sustainability (IDIS), was read during the event. Lastly, the Kalayag Child Care and Youth Community Center, Inc., was formally acknowledged as a valued partner of the BSDA department.

The event concluded with a video presentation, consisting of a compilation of the BSDA students' internship journey- a tribute to their hard work and professional growth.

Photos courtesy of the BSDA Department

[𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬] In support of student well-being and a balanced academic experience, the University will be observing a Mental Health Break from March 30 to April 4, 2026.

This pause provides students with time to rest, recharge, and regain focus amid the demands of the semester.

Faculty members are advised to refrain from conducting face-to-face classes and synchronous activities during this period.

Regular classes will resume on April 6, 2026.

[𝙄𝙉𝙏𝙍𝙊𝘿𝙐𝘾𝙄𝙉𝙂: 𝙐𝙜𝙣𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣 𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙝𝙞𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙄𝙖𝙣𝙤
(𝙐𝙂𝙉𝘼𝙄)]

CONNECTED. REPRESENTED. UNITED.

Welcome to Ugnayan ng Antropolohiyang Iano (UGNAI) — the official student organization of BS Development Anthropology at USeP Mintal. If you're a BSDA student, you're already part of this community 💫

This is your space.
This is your representation.
This is your UGNAI

Stay tuned for more updates, projects, and opportunities!

[𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐋𝐘 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐃]

The Bachelor of Science in Development Anthropology (BSDA) held their pinning and lighting ceremony at the audio-visual room of the University of Southeastern Philippines- Mintal campus on January 11, 2026.

The ceremony served as a send-off for the development anthropology 4th year students, as they will embark on their internship journey. The program began with an orientation on professionalism, presented by the Campus Administrator, Dr. Aristeo C. Salapa. His presentation highlighted the importance of work ethics and the realities of embarking oneself in the workplace.

Guidance Councilor, Dr. Mary Ann C. Cacananta followed with an orientation about handling and understanding workplace stress. The morning session ended with the orientation on occupational health and safety in the workplace, and understanding legal and ethical issues in the workplace presented by Engineer Lyneth Joy A. Dorado and Ms. Angelica Ellaiza T. Aguelo.

The afternoon session proceeded with the last orientation on understanding the objectives and goals of the internship presented by the Program Head, Ms. Charibelle I. Laborte. The BSDA students ended with the pinning ceremony and lighting of candle. This marks their official duty as interns for their respective assigned agencies.

Captured by: Brient Canque & MG Caballero

Bridging gaps, honoring cultures, and leading the way toward inclusive development! 🌍✨
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‎We are proud to introduce the officers of the 𝙐𝙜𝙣𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣 𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙝𝙞𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙄𝙖𝙣𝙤 (𝙐𝙂𝙉𝘼𝙄). Rooted in the principles of Development Anthropology, this team is ready to foster meaningful connections and champion the spirit of Ugnayan—collaboration, linkage, and mutual support.
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‎𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐒 📣
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‎👤 𝙋𝙍𝙀𝙎𝙄𝘿𝙀𝙉𝙏: Breat Manib
‎👤𝙑𝙄𝘾𝙀 𝙋𝙍𝙀𝙎𝙄𝘿𝙀𝙉𝙏: Nikka Juliana Ramirez
‎👤 𝙎𝙀𝘾𝙍𝙀𝙏𝘼𝙍𝙔: Maica Gementiza
‎👤 𝙏𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙎𝙐𝙍𝙀𝙍: Jaylou Marteja
‎👤 𝘼𝙐𝘿𝙄𝙏𝙊𝙍: Jovelyn Torres
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‎Together, we strive to create spaces for diverse voices and collective action. Let’s build a future where social transformation is grounded in cultural sensitivity.🌱
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