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IR Department Chairperson, . Saddam Mangondato Solaiman.👏👏

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | Meet Kirim's Newest OIC-Editor-in-Chief

The outgoing Editor-in-Chief of The Kirim proudly and confidently designates the current Managing Editor, Jamalic U. Mangadang, as the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) and Acting Editor-in-Chief—through the Memorandum No. 2026-001—who shall serve until the election and installation of the new Editorial Board.

Effective April 2, 2026, this appointment comes in light of the outgoing Editor-in-Chief's indefinite absence and is made with the endorsement and formal approval of the publication's Adviser.

The interim designation seeks to ensure the uninterrupted continuity of the publication's operations, uphold its institutional commitments to the student body, and sustain the efficient circulation of its journalistic services throughout the transition period. As Acting Editor-in-Chief, Mangadang shall assume the powers, duties, and responsibilities necessary to oversee editorial operations, direct organizational affairs, and preserve the publication's standards of excellence, credibility, and journalistic integrity.

The Kirim remains steadfast in its mandate to inform, engage, and amplify the voices of the students of the King Faisal Center for Islamic, Arabic, and Asian Studies (KFCIAAS). It likewise remains committed to reflecting the rich diversity, aspirations, and perspectives within the center through responsible, relevant, and principled journalism.

Further announcements regarding the publication's organizational structure and transitional arrangements shall be released in due course.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the college community for its continued trust, understanding, and cooperation as The Kirim navigates this period of transition and renewal.

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We are inviting all interested Islamic Studies (IS) students to attend the Free Seminar-Workshop on Legal Forms with the theme, “Mastering Legal Forms: Principles and Practice.”

The activity will be held at the Al Farouqi Center, MSU-KFCIAAS, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

This seminar-workshop aims to enhance students’ knowledge and practical understanding of legal forms, their proper preparation, and their application in professional and academic settings. Your presence and active participation are highly encouraged.

The 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 - 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗶 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 through the 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵, 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗢𝗩𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗗), in partnership with the 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 (𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗱𝗼𝗺), invites interested faculty researchers of the MSU-Main Campus to participate in the 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 (𝗥𝗣𝗟𝗣) 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟳–𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗔𝗠 𝘁𝗼 𝟱:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗖 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺, 𝗠𝗦𝗨 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀.

The RPLP Workshop is an intensive research capacity-building program designed to help participants develop rigorous, policy-relevant, and publishable research through mentorship, peer engagement, and collaborative scholarship. This event marks the first RPLP convening in Muslim Mindanao, providing a unique opportunity for researchers to engage with an international network of scholars and contribute to meaningful discussions on religion and public life in the Philippines.

The RPLP is part of our commitment to advancing research excellence, strengthening scholarly productivity, and expanding opportunities for international research collaboration.

Interested participants are strongly encouraged to apply and participate in this significant initiative.

For the application guidelines, kindly contact your Research Coordinator or scan the QR code found below.

ADVISORY effective June 1, 2026!

Pursuant to Civil Service rules and operational requirements, Mindanao State University hereby discontinues the compressed workweek (Memo No. 027-OP, S. 2026) and reverts to the regular schedule under the following guidelines:

• Work Schedule: The official work schedule shall be from Monday to Friday, with regular office hours consisting of eight (8 hours per day, exclusive of lunch break, subject to existing university and Civil Service Commission rules and regulations, effective June 1, 2026

• Coverage: This arrangement shall apply to all administrative officials, teaching and non-teaching personnel, and other employees of the University, unless otherwise authorized under special work arrangements approved by the Office of the President.

• Continuity of Essential Services: All offices and units providing essential services, including security, health, DRRMO, utilities, and maintenance services, shall continue to maintain uninterrupted operations and may adopt appropriate shifting schedules whenever necessary.

• Compliance: Heads of Offices, Deans, Directors, and Unit Heads are directed to ensure strict compliance with this Memorandum and monitor attendance and observance of official working hours.

• Repealing Clause: All issuances, memoranda, or portions thereof inconsistent with this Memorandum are hereby repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.

𝗨𝗦𝗖𝗖 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗘𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗠𝗦𝗨-𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗪𝗜 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗦
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA), through the University System Curriculum Committee (USCC), successfully conducted the Review and Evaluation of MSU-Marawi Program Proposals on May 28, 2026 at the MSU-IIT CED IDS Conference Room.
The activity provided a venue for the thorough academic and technical evaluation of proposed and revised academic programs to ensure their quality, relevance, responsiveness, and alignment with institutional, national, and global standards. Program proponents presented their respective proposals, which underwent rigorous review, critiquing, and deliberation by the USCC members.
The following programs were presented and evaluated:
✔️Bachelor of Science in Islamic Banking and Finance (Minor Revision)
✔️Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Minor Revision)
✔️Bachelor of Science in Economics (Adoption)
✔️Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting (New Program)
✔️Doctor of Medicine (Revision of the Admission Requirements)
OVCAA extends its appreciation to the members of the USCC and to all program proponents for their commitment to academic excellence and continuous curriculum enhancement in support of Mindanao State University's mission of providing quality and relevant higher education.






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✨🕌ᴇɪᴅ ᴀʟ-ᴀᴅʜᴀ ᴘᴏꜱᴛ-ᴄᴇʟᴇʙʀᴀᴛɪᴏɴ ʜɪɢʜʟɪɢʜᴛꜱ🕌✨
The spirit of Eid al-Adha continued to shine as the 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 gathered for a memorable Post-Eid Celebration held on May 29, 2026. 🌙🤍
As one of the cherished traditions of the IBF Department, this annual gathering brought together students, faculty members, and instructors in a joyful atmosphere of fellowship, gratitude, and celebration. The event served as a meaningful opportunity to strengthen relationships, reconnect with one another, and celebrate the blessings of Eid as a united IBF family. ✨🤝
Filled with shared meals, heartfelt conversations, and moments of laughter, the celebration beautifully reflected the values of sacrifice, generosity, and togetherness that Eid al-Adha inspires. 🌟
Taqabbalallahu minna wa minkum. Eid Mubarak! 🌙💚


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𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗨𝗦 𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
𝐽𝑢𝑛𝑒 10-12, 2026, 𝐷𝑖𝑚𝑎𝑝𝑜𝑟𝑜 𝐺𝑦𝑚𝑎𝑛𝑎𝑠𝑖𝑢𝑚
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA) announces the conduct of the Campus Academic Summit 2026 on June 10–12, 2026 at the Dimaporo Gymnasium.
All faculty members of Mindanao State University–Marawi are required to attend and participate in this three-day academic gathering, which carries the theme: “𝑆𝑡𝑟𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝐴𝑐𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑚𝑖𝑐 𝑃𝑟𝑎𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑐𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ 𝑃𝑜𝑙𝑖𝑐𝑦 𝐴𝑙𝑖𝑔𝑛𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡, 𝐹𝑎𝑐𝑢𝑙𝑡𝑦 𝐷𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑙𝑜𝑝𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑜𝑢𝑠 𝐼𝑚𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡.”
The summit aims to strengthen academic excellence through policy harmonization, faculty development, quality assurance, continuous improvement, and initiatives that enhance the University's global competitiveness and contribute to the realization of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
We look forward to the active participation of all faculty members as we collectively advance the academic mission of the University.





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𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗨𝗦 𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
𝐽𝑢𝑛𝑒 10-12, 2026, 𝐷𝑖𝑚𝑎𝑝𝑜𝑟𝑜 𝐺𝑦𝑚𝑛𝑎𝑠𝑖𝑢𝑚

The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA) announces the conduct of the Campus Academic Summit 2026 on June 10–12, 2026 at the Dimaporo Gymnasium.

All faculty members of Mindanao State University–Marawi are required to attend and participate in this three-day academic gathering, which carries the theme: “𝑆𝑡𝑟𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝐴𝑐𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑚𝑖𝑐 𝑃𝑟𝑎𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑐𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ 𝑃𝑜𝑙𝑖𝑐𝑦 𝐴𝑙𝑖𝑔𝑛𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡, 𝐹𝑎𝑐𝑢𝑙𝑡𝑦 𝐷𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑙𝑜𝑝𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑜𝑢𝑠 𝐼𝑚𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡.”

The summit aims to strengthen academic excellence through policy harmonization, faculty development, quality assurance, continuous improvement, and initiatives that enhance the University's global competitiveness and contribute to the realization of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

We look forward to the active participation of all faculty members as we collectively advance the academic mission of the University.