USM Department of Civil Engineering

Happy Birthday sir Hon. Rene Villarico and thank you for unending support for our Department and USM.

Happy birthday, Hon. Rene P. Villarico!

Thank you for the steady guidance you give as our Private Sector Representative. We wish you good health, clear days ahead, and more strength for the work you do.

The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) Department of Civil Engineering proudly announces the performance of its Civil Engineering graduates in the November 2025 Civil Engineering Licensure Examination:

• First Takers: 12 passers out of 18 Passing Rate: 66.67%

• Repeaters: 3 passers out of 17 Passing Rate: 17.65%

• USM Overall Performance: 15 passers out of 35 Overall Passing Rate: 42.86%

• National Passing Rate: 4,268 passers out of 14,043 examinees Equivalent to: 30.39%

CONGRATULATIONS!

1. Engr. Janna Rose Zandrea J. Alido
2. Engr. Rojan Q. Ansula
3. Engr. Heydelle G. Antolin
4. Engr. Darwin S. Aton
5. Engr. Rychell Jade C. Castaneda
6. Engr. Czarina Quennie E. Benitez
7. Engr. Teddy C. Espiritu
8. Engr. Jesselyn D. Estopito
9. Engr. Jayvheir S. Fernando
10. Engr. Moadz G. Glang
11. Engr. Sitty Rohaida L. Maitog
12. Engr. Almairah R. Mama
13. Engr. John Lloyd Romay
14. Engr. Kareen Kaye L. Rosalia
15. Engr. Cristine Jean S. Tagubase

We extend our warmest congratulations to our new USM Civil Engineers! Your dedication and perseverance have brought pride to the university.

Mabuhay ang mga Bagong USM Civil Engineers! 🎉👷‍♂️👷‍♀️

BREAKING NEWS | 𝗨𝗦𝗠 𝗬𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝟭𝟱 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗹 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀

Fifteen examinees from the University of Southern Mindanao passed the November 2025 Civil Engineers Licensure Examination, according to the results released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) on November 29.

USM posted a 66.67% passing rate for first-time takers, with 12 out of 18 passing, and 17.65% for repeaters, with 3 out of 17 qualifying.

The University registered an overall passing rate of 42.86%, surpassing the 30.39% national average.

The CELE, held on November 22–23 across several testing centers nationwide, produced 4,268 passers out of 14,043 examinees.

✍️: Kenneth John Ferrariz

Highlights of the speech of Dr. Estañero (HGE) and Dr. Praxedes Bernardo (PSAD) during the Oath Taking of Newly Registered Civil Engineers who took the board exam last April 2024. 💯 Special Credits to Engr. Ashera and Engr. Clarisse Mendoza for the clips. #CELE #OathTaking #RCE2024 #InhinyerongSibil

The road to becoming an engineer has never been easy, but you've shown resilience in every challenge and discipline in every step. As you take the CELE, remember that you are more capable than you think. Your hard work is your greatest tool. Good luck, CELE examinees — the blueprint of your dreams starts here.

[CALLING ALL USM CE Board Exam TAKERS]

The Department of Civil Engineering (DCE), University of Southern Mindanao, is offering a FREE Supplementary Review Class for the upcoming November 2025 Civil Engineering Licensure Examination.

This special program is open to all USM Civil Engineering alumni who are preparing for the board exam.

For further details and registration, please contact our DCE Department Chairman with our DCE email address: [email protected]. And DCE FB Messanger.

Let us work together in ensuring success for our future USM Civil Engineers!

𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐏-𝐔𝐒𝐌 𝐒𝐂 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐄 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲

The American Concrete Institute Philippines – USM Student Chapter (ACIP-USM SC), has donated two hydrometer sets (hydrometer and graduated cylinder) to the Department of Civil Engineering for laboratory use.

This initiative reflects the organization’s strong commitment to service and leadership. The donated equipment will greatly benefit civil engineering students by addressing the limited laboratory resources, ensuring more accurate results in experiments, and supporting better learning outcomes.

Through this contribution, ACIP-USM SC hopes to empower students to achieve greater precision, confidence, and success in their laboratory works.

✒️ | Benben
💻 | Jayb

Congratulations to Our Dedicated Faculty Members! 🎉

The Department of Civil Engineering proudly congratulates our esteemed faculty members:

• Engr. Cristopher A. Benito
• Engr. Kathleen B. Alucilja
• Engr. Saque J. Amilbahar
• Engr. Ronald A. Garbin
• Engr. Bernadeth V. Dapun

for rendering 15 years of dedicated government service. Their unwavering commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service has greatly contributed to the growth and success of our department and the University of Southern Mindanao.

The University recognize and honor them formally last September 29, 2025, at the USM Auditorium, Kabacan, Cotabato in Celebration of 125 Civil Service Program. This milestone is a testament to their loyalty, perseverance, and passion for molding future civil engineers.

Your USM DCE family celebrates this remarkable achievement with you. May you continue to inspire and create lasting impact for many more years to come! 🌟👷‍♂️👷‍♀️

Mabuhay and Congratulations!

Big day ahead, USM Community!

Dr. Jonald L. Pimentel, the 8th President of the University of Southern Mindanao (USM), will deliver his first State of the University Address (SUA) on Monday, September 29, 2025, at 08:30 AM at the University Auditorium, USM, Kabacan, Cotabato.

We invite the entire USM community to join and actively participate in this important forum to directly hear about the University’s initiatives, plans, and future direction. For our esteemed guests attending in person, arrival will begin at 7:00 AM.

The event will also be livestreamed via the official USM page. Don’t miss it!

𝗣𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗨𝗦𝗠-𝗦𝗖 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗘𝗜𝗧 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻

The Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers USM Student Chapter crafted another milestone in history as it was named the CEIT Fiesta 2025 Overall Champion for the fourth consecutive year, held today, September 19, at the University Auditorium.

Garnering a total of 2,830 points, PICE USM-SC denied every society of the College of Engineering and Information Technology (CEIT) after claiming the gold in major events including Battle of the Bands and Music Video Parody.

PICE USM-SC President Ralph Jimenez shared his emotions about the event.

“Roller coaster gid ang experience,” he expressed. “One thing is for sure, PICE the best talaga.”

Trailing next was the Philippine Society of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineers (PSABE) with 2,700 points, followed by the Philippine Society of Information Technology Students (PSITS), the Institute of Computer Engineers of the Philippines (ICPEP), and the Junior Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines (JIECEP).

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