UMDC - Department of Criminal Justice Education

The Department of Criminal Justice Education proudly recognizes the scholarly achievement of the following faculty and researchers for their successful publication in the International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), Volume 10, Issue V:
Ms. Irene Nicole C. Tenebro
Mr. Vince G. Caballes
Ms. Barbie Jane B. Bualan
Dr. Viola P. Buenaventura

Their research is entitled:
“Beyond the Bars: Quantifying Criminology Students’ Attitudes Towards Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) and Former PDLs”
demonstrates a significant contribution to the field of criminology, particularly in advancing evidence-based perspectives on correctional rehabilitation and social reintegration.

This achievement reflects the department’s commitment to academic excellence, research integrity, and the continuous advancement of criminal justice education.

LINK:
https://rsisinternational.org/journals/ijriss/view/beyond-the-bars-quantifying-criminology-students-attitudes-towards-persons-deprived-of-liberty-pdls-and-former-pdls

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊| 𝐅𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐂𝐅𝐒 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩

The Criminology Forensic Society (CFS) paid a meaningful visit to the PNP Forensic Group in line with its commitment to strengthening academic and professional collaboration in the field of forensic science. The visit served as an opportunity for knowledge-sharing, discussion, and coordination for future forensic-related initiatives and seminars that 𝗮𝗶𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀.

Through this engagement, CFS continues to promote excellence, innovation, and service by building connections with professionals dedicated to truth and justice. The organization expresses its sincere gratitude to the PNP Forensic Group for the warm accommodation and valuable insights shared during the visit.

🎉 Celebrating Another Research Milestone! 🎉

The Department of Criminal Justice Education of UM Digos College proudly congratulates our esteemed students and faculty researchers:

👏 Mr. John Lloyd Dacalanio
👏 Ms. Rhea Dupla
👏 Mr. Jibreel Niel Roman
👏 Dr. Tomas Jr. A. Diquito

for the successful publication of their research paper in the International Journal of Criminology & Justice (IJCJ), Volume 2, Issue 1. 📚🌍

📝 Published Research Title:
“Dimensions of Community Safety in Rural Areas as Perceived by Community Members”

This remarkable achievement reflects the department’s unwavering commitment to research excellence, academic innovation, and meaningful contributions to the field of criminology and community safety. Your dedication in producing knowledge that addresses real-world public safety concerns truly brings pride and inspiration to the entire UM Digos College community.

May this accomplishment continue to inspire our students, faculty, and future researchers to pursue impactful scholarship and evidence-based solutions for safer communities.

✨ Congratulations once again on this well-deserved success!

𝐔𝐌𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐭 𝐬𝐚 𝐔𝐌𝐃𝐂, 𝐍𝐚𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐬𝐚 𝐋𝐄𝐓!

Leaving the halls of UM Digos College is never truly just an exit but it’s a powerful launchpad into greatness.

We are bursting with pride as we announce a monumental feat in the recent Licensure Examination for Teachers, where our graduates didn’t just pass but they conquered the peaks of excellence. This year, UM Digos College officially produces nine incredible topnotchers, featuring one standout from the Elementary level and a staggering eight leaders from the Secondary level.

Elementary Level

🥉Top 3 - Angelo Villanueva Guzman

Secondary Level

🥈Top 2 - Elaiza Jean Reguero Acuña
🥉Top 3 - Rey Angelo Cortez
🥉Top 3 - Jessa Epifanio Aquino
🏅Top 5 - Wendelyn Onyot Caingcoy
🏅Top 5 - Perzeus Lhey Villahermosa
🏅Top 7 - Shaina Ella Raganas
🏅Top 9 - Cynel Vyenn Camille Capadocia
🏅Top 9 - Windy Marie Cawayan

While we celebrate those at the top of the list, our hearts also swell with pride for the entire legion of newly Licensed Professional Teachers from both the Elementary and Secondary programs who successfully cleared the boards.

To our nine topnotchers and our many successful examinees, you have shown that exiting UM means entering the professional world with excellence. We salute your hard work, your late-night sessions, and your unwavering commitment to the profession.

Congratulations to all our new LPTs—you have made the entire UM community proud!

via Levie Ogpon

Congratulations to the 𝙐𝙈 𝘿𝙞𝙜𝙤𝙨 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙚 𝘿𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙧𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙅𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 for achieving 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙬𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝙍𝙖𝙣𝙠 5 𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝘾 of the 𝙁𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙮 2026 𝘾𝙧𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙨 𝙇𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙀𝙭𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, with an outstanding 96.43% passing rate.

Your excellence, dedication, and perseverance have brought great pride and honor to the entire institution. We are so proud of you!

𝐀 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐔𝐌 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐨𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

Congratulations to UM Digos College for being recognized as Top 2 Performing School in Region XI (Category C) in the February 2026 Criminologist Licensure Examination.

This remarkable achievement highlights the institution’s outstanding 96.43% passing rate, reflecting the excellence of the Department of Criminal Justice Education, the dedication of its faculty, and the perseverance of its graduates. The recognition stands as a testament to the quality education and rigorous training that continue to shape competent and future-ready criminology professionals.

The Plaque of Recognition was formally conferred on April 25, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang Premier, Davao City, honoring institutions that demonstrated exemplary performance in producing successful examinees.

This milestone further strengthens UM Digos College’s position as a leading institution in criminology education in Region XI and serves as an inspiration to future Criminology students to pursue excellence and uphold the highest standards of the profession.

Once again, congratulations to the UM Digos College Department of Criminal Justice Education on this well-deserved recognition. Your commitment to excellence continues to shape the future of criminology.