24/09/2026
[๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐] The Mindanao Center for Policy Studies (MCPS) of the University of Southeastern Philippines (USeP) Mintal Campus spearheaded the Presentation of Research and Extension Proposals per Academic Program on September 24, 2026, at the Audio Visual Room.
The whole-day activity brought together faculty members, researchers, project leaders, and academic program representatives to present priority research and extension initiatives, solicit feedback, and further align proposed projects with the development needs of communities, partner institutions, and other intended beneficiaries.
The program formally opened with the national anthem, prayer, and USeP hymn, followed by the opening remarks of Dr. Ronie G. Panes, Associate Dean. Dr. Gaudencio G. Abellanosa, Research Center Manager, subsequently presented the rationale of the activity and underscored the value of systematic research monitoring, collaborative planning, and the development of responsive extension initiatives. A presentation of the new research and extension proposal template was also conducted to guide project proponents in preparing more organized, coherent, and institutionally aligned submissions.
The morning session featured the presentation of four research proposals. The proposed research initiatives focused on local development concerns involving digital governance and barangay service delivery, participatory cultural mapping, sustainability of community organizations, and disaster preparedness. The presentation session enabled project teams to share their proposed research directions, receive feedback from fellow participants, and identify areas for refinement before implementation.
In the afternoon, four extension proposals were presented. The extension proposals reflected the Universityโs continuing efforts to apply academic expertise to institutional and community concerns. The initiatives seek to support higher-education institutions through capacity-building and strategic planning, enhance agribusiness management and market readiness among farmer cooperatives, and strengthen community-based mechanisms for drug rehabilitation and recovery.
The activity primarily supports Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals, as it encouraged collaboration among USeP Mintal Campus, the MCPS, partner academic institutions, local communities, farmer cooperatives, local government units, and other stakeholders. By providing a venue for proponents to present, refine, and improve their research and extension proposals, the activity demonstrated the importance of multi-sectoral cooperation in designing evidence-informed and community-responsive interventions.
It likewise contributes to SDG 4: Quality Education through initiatives that advance academic planning, research, innovation, and institutional capacity development; SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth through programs that build agribusiness and market-readiness capacities among farmer cooperatives; SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities through proposals on digital local governance, cultural mapping, and disaster preparedness; and SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions through projects that promote efficient barangay services, stronger community organizations, and community-based rehabilitation.
The activity concluded with a feedback and recommendations session led by the Research and Extension Head and the participants. The discussion focused on improving project designs, ensuring implementation feasibility, strengthening partnerships, and aligning proposed interventions with community priorities and the Universityโs research and extension agenda.
In his closing remarks, Mr. Edsan Colin V. Santander, Extension Head, expressed appreciation to the presenters, evaluators, and participants for their active engagement and commitment to developing relevant, sustainable, and people-centered research and extension programs.
Through this undertaking, the Mindanao Center for Policy Studies of USeP Mintal Campus reaffirmed its commitment to advancing research and extension initiatives that generate knowledge, build institutional and community capacities, foster meaningful partnerships, and contribute to sustainable development in Davao City and the broader Mindanao region.
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