College of Natural Sciences Student Government - CNS SG

𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 ✨

Another successful academic year marked by dedication, collaboration, and student leadership! The College of Natural Science - Student Government proudly presents its 𝑬𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝑺𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑨𝒄𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒉𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑹𝒆𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑺𝒀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

From student activities and leadership initiatives to outreach programs and campus engagements, this year has been filled with meaningful experiences made possible through the collective efforts of the CNS community.

To our officers, advisers, volunteers, and students - thank you for your continuous support and participation. Every accomplishment reflects the spirit of unity, service, and dedication that defines the CNS Community. 💚

Here’s to celebrating milestones achieved and looking forward to even greater endeavors ahead.

𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐀 𝐖𝐑𝐀𝐏 | 𝐂𝐍𝐒-𝐒𝐆 𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 (𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐒𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔) ✨📊

From pageants to outreachs, sports festivals to student programs - here’s where the semester’s journey brought us. One semester, countless initiatives, and every contribution fully accounted for.

📌 𝑰. 𝑪𝑨𝑺𝑯 𝑰𝑵𝑭𝑳𝑶𝑾
💰 𝑻𝒐𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑪𝒂𝒔𝒉 𝑰𝒏𝒇𝒍𝒐𝒘: ₱𝟏𝟓𝟏,𝟖𝟏𝟎.𝟗𝟏

The organization’s funds were generated through various student-led initiatives including ticket sales, fundraising events, jersey sales, intramural and sports festival IGPs, donations, partnerships, and other organizational shares throughout the semester.

Funds were then allocated to numerous student-centered programs and activities such as the 2026 CNS Sports Festival, Mr. & Ms. CNS 2026, Soundwave: Beats for a Benefit, Science Without Borders Outreach, University Intramurals, athlete support initiatives, organizational operations, and other CNS-SG projects dedicated to serving the CNS community.

💸 𝑻𝒐𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑪𝒂𝒔𝒉 𝑶𝒖𝒕𝒇𝒍𝒐𝒘: ₱𝟏𝟒𝟒,𝟎𝟐𝟒.𝟐𝟎

📌 𝑰𝑰𝑰. 𝑹𝑺𝑶 𝑵𝒆𝒕 𝑪𝒂𝒔𝒉 𝑨𝒎𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕
✨ Remaining Net Cash Balance: ₱𝟕,𝟕𝟖𝟔.𝟕𝟏
✨ With excess funds accounted: ₱𝟖,𝟐𝟎𝟎.𝟎𝟎

Transparency remains one of the continuing commitments of the CNS-SG. Thank you to everyone who supported, participated, contributed, and became part of the organization’s initiatives throughout the semester. 💚

𝗖𝗡𝗦 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲

The College of Natural Sciences (CNS) held its annual Student Research Congress at the CAS Little Theater on May 11, 2026, opening its doors to students, faculty, and staff for scientific exchange and academic recognition.

The event highlighted innovative studies presented by CNS students in the fields of science, technology, agriculture, and natural resource management, emphasizing the college's role in advancing research for local and global challenges.

BS Biology Students formally opened the program with Doxology and the singing of the Philippine National Anthem, followed by welcome remarks by the CNS Dean, Dr. Sherlyn C. Tipayno. Following this, Mr. Christian Mark S. Guyo, College Research Coordinator, outlined the Rationale and Mechanics of Research Presentations, while the Department Research Coordinators introduced the line of panelists.

Three concurrent breakout sessions showcased diverse research categories, namely, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources (S&T AANR) with panelists Prof. Reymark C. Ereje, Dr. Nordalyn B. Pedroche, and Prof. Eugene Lorence R. Logatoc. SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Food, Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technologies (S&T FIEET) with panelists Dr. Norbet Q. Angalan, Prof. Lesley Dale G. Umayat, and Dr. Darwin A. Basquial. Finally, SOCIAL Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources (SOCIAL AANR) with their panelists Dr. Apler J. Bansiong, Dr. Lynn J. Talkasen, and Engr. Marvin T. Valentin.

𝘾𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙁𝙪𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙡 𝙒𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝘽𝙞𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙙 𝙄𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣

Student Authors, Ezrael D. Balisong, Christian Joseph R. Soriano, and Janielle D. Tacio, championed the S&T FIEET category with the study entitled “Characterization, Optimization, and Biomedical Applications of Silver Nanoparticles Synthesized by 𝘈𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘶𝘴 𝘧𝘶𝘮𝘪𝘨𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘴 Isolated from 𝘊𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘢 𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘤𝘢 Mucilage.”

Soriano said that it was an honor for their group to win and that one of the best parts was learning about other students' studies.

In highlighting their contribution to the society and scientific community, Soriano added that they have found that the capacity of an organism dubbed as a "laboratory contaminant" to be functional with beneficial applications. Adding to this, their group also tried to address the utilization of waste products from the coffee industry of Benguet by using the mucilage and pulp that are usually discarded during processing.

While he said that there is still some room for improvement in their study, he further noted that, "I think that's the beauty of science, you get to learn new things every day, and every day is a new opportunity to make things better, and understand things better.”

𝙍𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙈𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙨, 𝘽𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙎𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚

In the S&T AANR, Biology students Samantha Descalzo, Euan Judg Rebolledo, and Kevin Tima-ang emerged as first placers with their study entitled “Comparative Pharmacognosy of 𝘛𝘢𝘴𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘢 𝘱𝘪𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘢 from Selected Mountain Sites in the Cordillera Central Range, Northern Philippines.”

According to Tima-ang, although they struggled with time constraints and dealt with limited resources and facilities in conducting their study, the group found strength in motivating one another throughout the research process.

Providing insights on their research, Tima-ang explained that the increased phytochemical content of 𝘛. 𝘱𝘪𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘢 from their study provides additional knowledge about the effectiveness of the plant, aiding treatment practices in the Cordillera.

𝙊𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙧

BS Environmental Sciences student authors Zhandrae O. Olsim, Mylene Cara B. Sabelo, Jethro V. Sagsagap, Jemmiah B. Tamayo, and Harvel H. Tiago admitted that being awarded first place in the SOCIAL AANR was a humbling experience, with their study “Land Use and Land Cover Transformations (2010-2024) and Local Community Perceptions of Watershed Management in Busol Watershed, Baguio City.”

According to them, “Actually, we didn't expect to win, we just did our best in presenting our research paper. A huge thanks also to our supportive adviser (Ma’am Janice Balangen) because of her guidance.”

Reflecting on their success, the group said they had to face challenges along the way, especially with financial matters, considering that their research site was conducted outside of La Trinidad, coupled with time constraints whilst conducting their research along with their other academic loads.

“The first struggle of our thesis is financial, our thesis was located in Busol area so transportation money is a must together with money for food, not only for us but also for the stakeholders that we interviewed. Another challenge we encountered was time management, time constraints are the main struggles mainly because we were conducting our thesis with several academic undertakings.”

Despite this, their research provided the importance of the watershed to the ecology, aiding community residents.

“Critical watersheds are (an) important source of water resource and ecosystem services. Understanding the perspectives of the community on the changes of watershed and its management would help to be (an) integrated, cohesive and community based management strategy for watersheds in our locality.”

𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙤 𝙎𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚

Addressing the scientific community, Tipayno said in her brief address that, “Actually as people in science, we are called to discover the truth that already exists, that answers all the phenomena that occurs in our world. ‘Yon ang ating responsibilidad. So when you’re in science it almost becomes an obligation to perform those.”

She further said that the research colloquium is a testament of contribution to the growing academic and scientific knowledge, adding that scientific works are not useful until they are shared and that the forum is a way by which student-researchers can share their work.

The event concluded with the closing program featuring the awarding of certificates to panelists and the participants of the respective categories by the college dean and department chairpersons.

Overall, the podium finishers garnering a score of 85 and above will be presenting their study at the University-wide Research Congress on June 4 to 5, 2026.

Listed are the awarded research titles and student authors:

𝗦&𝗧 𝗔𝗔𝗡𝗥

1st Place
“Comparative Pharmacognosy of 𝘛𝘢𝘴𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘢 𝘱𝘪𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘢 from Selected Mountain Sites in the Cordillera Central Range, Northern Philippines,” by Samantha Descalzo, Euan Judg Rebolledo, and Kevin Tima-ang

2nd Place
“Emerging Pathogenic Bacteria and Potential Health Risks Associated with Market-Sourced Nile Tilapia (𝘖𝘳𝘦𝘰𝘤𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘪𝘭𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘴) from La Trinidad, Benguet,” by Justine Faye M. Asilo, Rodmari Elizabeth A. Fernandez, and Sheryn Iya B. Peningeo

3rd Place
“Ameliorative Effects of 𝘊𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘢 𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘤𝘢, 𝘊𝘺𝘮𝘣𝘰𝘱𝘰𝘨𝘰𝘯 𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘴, and 𝘔𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘢 𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘪𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘢 on Lead and Organophosphate Pesticide-Induced Neurotoxicity and Gut Microbial Dysbiosis,” by Regie Boy Alfonso, Stephanie B. Manas, and Owdee Shane Ordoño

𝗦𝗢𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗔𝗡𝗥

1st Place
“Land Use and Land Cover Transformations (2010-2024) and Local Community Perceptions of Watershed Management in Busol Watershed, Baguio City,” by Zhandrae O. Olism, Mylene Cara B. Sabelo, Jethro V. Sagsagap, Jeremiah B. Tamayo, and Harvel H. Tiago

2nd Place
“Evaluating the Effects of Land Use in Local Air Temperature, Relative Humidity and Community Adaptation in Tiger Grass-Dominated Uplands in Bagulin, La Union,” by Junie Mark H. Babkeg, Max M. Panganiban, Clifford D. Pasingan, Joy L. Simon, and Jeah B. Tima-ang

𝗦&𝗧 𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗘𝗧

1st Place
“Characterization, Optimization, and Biomedical Applications of Silver Nanoparticles Synthesized by 𝘈𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘶𝘴 𝘧𝘶𝘮𝘪𝘨𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘴 Isolated from 𝘊𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘢 𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘤𝘢 Mucilage,” by Ezrael D. Balisong, Christian Joseph R. Soriano, and Janielle D. Tacio

2nd Place
“Synergistic Thermal-Chemical Activation of Runo Grass (𝘚𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘶𝘮 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘦𝘶𝘮 𝘓.)- Derived Carbon for CO2 Capture and Hygroscopic Control with Kinetic and Chemisorption-Physisorption Mechanism Analysis,” by Sandro G. Apalla, Angelo D. Almoza, Alex T. Sebastian

3rd Place
“Functional Evaluation of Lactic Acid Bacteria from Benguet Rice Wine ("𝘛𝘢𝘱𝘶𝘺") using MALDI-TOF MS, Antagonistic Assays and Growth Trend Dynamics,” by Cybell Joy Apadchew K. and Mary Grace F. Cacanindin

✒: Peter Josh P. Ramos, Sheintle Lei Lumines, and Justine Faye Asilo
📸: Peter Josh P. Ramos

LOOK || 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀

The College of Natural Sciences successfully held its Annual Student Research Congress, bringing together student researchers to present their research outputs. The congress featured 12 research papers in various fields.

The congress aimed to recognize quality student research and encourage collaboration across areas such as agriculture, aquatic and natural resources, food systems, industry, energy, and emerging technologies. It also provided students the opportunity to present their work and receive feedback by experts coming from different academic institutions.

The presentations were grouped into three categories: Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources; Social Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources; and Food, Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technologies.

For the Social AANR category, the evaluators were Apler J. Bansiong of CTE-BSU, Lynn J. Talkasen of CA-BSU, and Marvin T. Valentin of CE-BSU. The S&T AANR category was evaluated by Reymark C. Ereje of the University of the Philippines Baguio, Nordalyn B. Pedroche of CA-BSU, and Eugene Lorence R. Logatoc of the University of the Philippines Los Baños. The S&T FIEET category was evaluated by Norbert Q. Angalan of Saint Louis University, Lesley Dale G. Umayat of CHET-BSU, and Darwin A. Basquial of CA-BSU.

The winners per category are set to represent the college in the upcoming university student research congress.

LOOK || 𝗕𝗦𝗨 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗘𝗡𝗩𝗜𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗧𝗢 𝗣𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧

Benguet State University, through the Department of Environmental Science (DES) of the College of Natural Sciences (CNS), in collaboration with the LGU La Trinidad, MENRO La Trinidad, and Barangay Puguis conducted a tree-caring activity and established a firebreak at the Puguis Communal Forest.

A brief opening program took place at the view deck of the Puguis Communal Forest, facilitated by the Activity Leader Aldrin V. Baniaga. In the program, DES Chairperson Janice P. Balangen oriented the participants about the extension activities of DES. This was followed by a short lecture on the importance of the tree-caring activity by DES Faculty Member Norell Jay B. Osting. The tree-caring activity involved the ring weeding of planted trees within the adopted forest of BSU. Puguis Punong Barangay, Hon. Osburn P. Visaya, also shared a message.

The activity was participated in by DES faculty members, Second Year Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (BSES) students, members of the Puguis Women’s Brigade, and the Barangay Peacekeeping Action Team. Forest Rangers Glenn Anthony Antoc, Herman Ordono, and Joseph Luciano guided the participants.

This effort supports La Trinidad LGU’s Binnadang, Limitless La Trinidad, and Our Environment Our Responsibility. It also contributes to the UN’s SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 15 (Life on Land).//JPB

📢 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒: 𝐂𝐍𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂

The College of Natural Sciences Student Government is now accepting applications for the 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 (𝐂𝐍𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂)!

Are you ready to serve with integrity and uphold a fair and transparent electoral process? We are looking for committed CNS students who are willing to take on this vital role.

📍 Application forms are available at CAS 306
📎 Application form is also accessible via the link below for your convenience: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pbKofRXQnNmIX5-Dm3CSj5IoNQPyHACe/view?usp=sharing

🗓 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐝: 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟓–𝟏𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, 𝟓:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌)

📝 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞:
1. Secure the Application Form
Get a physical copy at CAS 306 or download the linked PDF
2. Fill Out the Form Completely
Ensure all required information is accurate and complete.
3. Prepare Your Requirements
Certificate of Enrollment
Valid Student ID
Recent 2x2 ID picture
4. Submit Your Application
Attach all required documents to your accomplished form.
5. Submit On or Before the Deadline
𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟓–𝟏𝟔, 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝟓:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲).

𝗔𝗻𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗴𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝘄𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗮𝗴-𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽?

Are you a regular second-year college student taking a DOST-SEI priority course? This is your chance to pursue your studies with support from the Department of Science and Technology - Science Education Institute!

Browse the list below to see the priority programs offered by State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) in Baguio-Benguet, including their accredited courses.

Students enrolled in DOST-SEI Priority Courses may apply for:
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Note: Students whose programs are not yet CHED COE/COD or FAAP Level III accredited may still apply under the RA 10612 Scholarship Program.

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Take the first step toward your future in science and technology: https://jlss.science-scholarships.ph/

Forms can be accessed through the link and registration will officially open on April 17, 2026,

𝘗𝘶𝘣𝘮𝘢𝘵 & 𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘺: 𝘋𝘖𝘚𝘛-𝘊𝘈𝘙 𝘚𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘵