The University of Saint Louis Tuguegarao (USLT) and the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) formally sealed their partnership through a contract-signing ceremony on July 27, 2026, marking the start of implementation of the CPD-funded research project, Intergenerational Households in Supporting the Elderly in Cagayan Valley.

The approved research grant demonstrates the shared commitment of both institutions to conducting evidence-based research on the role of intergenerational households in supporting older persons in the Cagayan Valley Region. Moreover, the study’s findings are expected to contribute to population and development initiatives, strengthen programs for the elderly, and provide evidence to support policy and program development.

Representatives from CPD, led by Regional Director Ms. Theresa C. Soriano, MADem, joined University President Rev. Fr. Macwayne N. Maniwang, CICM, PhD, university officials, and members of the research team during the signing. Headed by Project Leader Mr. Jomel M. Maborrang, MAEd, the study will examine how intergenerational households support older persons in the Cagayan Valley. Its findings are expected to strengthen programs for the elderly and provide valuable evidence for future policy and program development.

This partnership advances Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: Good Health and Well-being by supporting research that promotes the welfare and quality of life of older persons. It also contributes to SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals by strengthening collaboration between academia and government in producing evidence that informs policies and development programs.

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USL’s evaluation team included Mrs. Jennifer C. Bangi, Dr. Karen Joy A. Catacutan, Dr. Ariel M. Lorenzo, and Ms. Jonalyn P. Santos. Their presence as Technical Evaluators was integral to maintaining the high quality of research presented, ensuring that the conference upheld its esteemed research standards at all times.

More so, the conference provided discussions focused on sustainable development and environmental stewardship, with the URIO Center Heads’ evaluations instrumental in highlighting research that aligns with these global priorities.

Meanwhile, the event centered around the theme “Advancing Global Solutions: Sustainable Development and Environmental Stewardship Synergies.”

This recognition not only enhanced the reputation of the conference but also reinforced USL’s commitment to research excellence.

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The certification was awarded on August 10, 2024, following a detailed preparation process that included an extensive series of lectures from July 16 to 27, 2024.

Dr. Agustin, the Mathematics Area Head; Ms. Bangi, the Head of the CSIER department; Ms. Crayo, the Mathematics Department Head; and Dr. Mendezabal, the Senior Director of SMQAA, each demonstrated dedication to their professional growth by undertaking this challenging certification process. Their commitment involved not only rigorous preparation but also a deep engagement with advanced statistical methodologies.

The Certified Statistician Specialist (CSS) credential, awarded by the Visionary Research Association in collaboration with the Visionary Training Center and officially registered with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), signifies a high level of expertise in the field of statistics. The attainment of this certification marks the excellence and competence of the involved faculty members through rigorous processes, such as attending lecture series, completing assessments, and showcasing their ability to apply statistical techniques effectively.

The CSS certification reflects their thorough training and readiness to apply their advanced skills in their professional roles. As Louisian educators committed to academic excellence, their new certification will be an advantage in their teaching and will raise the standards of statistical practice within the university.

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The research paper entitled “Writing Skills of Pre-service Teachers: Basis for a Proposed Intervention Program” by Ms. Angela Tangan, Mr. Andrey Jhon Fugaban, and Mr. Norbert Soriano, under the supervision of Research Adviser Ms. Kristine Mae Auayang, has been successfully published in an international peer-reviewed journal.

Further, the research paper of Mr. Archie Turingan (PE Area), Ms. Erika Silva (PE Area), Ms. Cinderella Formoso (Teacher Education Area), Dr. Darin Jan Tindowen (Political Science Area), and Dr. Anjanette Batulan (Teacher Education Area), titled “Pre-service Teachers’ Experiences in their Virtual Internship,” has been indexed in ISI/Web of Science.

The achievement highlights the institution’s commitment to the advancement of knowledge in various disciplines. USL applauds their contributions and looks forward to future advancements in knowledge and understanding through their ongoing research endeavors.

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The paper, titled “EcoCharge: Innovative Solar and Wind Charging Station Enabled by Solid Waste Contributions,” developed and implemented a waste management system utilizing solar and wind energy for charging small electronic devices, which effectively detects waste and provides free electrical charging based on the disposed waste type.

Additionally, this collective effort involves a team of researchers, including John Paulo Guiao, Mark Francis Pera, Reel Jerin Ignacio, Noel Malana, Jon Michael Magat, Norman Bob Gomez, and Ertie Abana.

The study’s recognition as the Best Paper Award signifies its exceptional contribution to the field of engineering and reinforces USL’s commitment to research and innovation.

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List of papers presented:

Ms. Diane Jenalyn Datul – “BitLanguage: A Java Language Learning App” (co-authors: Kurt Kristian Lopez, Danzele Rae Bajet, John Kenneth Jacinto, Lily Ann Dela Cruz)

Ms. Lily Ann Dela Cruz – “Enhanced Barangay Information Management System with Residency Certificate Issuance” (co-authors: Cyril Joyce Balilia, Lyanna Pagulayan, Jay Alheizen Acoba, Jaye-Em Mebana, Diane Jenalyn Datul)

Mr. Francis Nicolas Escobar – “Enhanced Cooling System for Round Container: Innovations in Water Beverage Cooling” (co-authors: Bonn Jovie Anapi, Kyle Bryan Baccay, Ariel Jake Delfin, Jerome Garcia, and Jun Cedrix Tamayao)

Mr. Norman Bob Gomez – “EcoCharge: Innovative Solar and Wind Charging Station Enabled by Solid Waste Contributions” (co-authors: John Paulo Guiao, Mark Francis Pera, Reel Jerin Ignacio, Noel Malana, Jon Michael Magat)

Mr. Bryan Urita – “Corpus-Based Sequence to Sequence with Luong Attention Mechanism for Ilocano to English Translation” (co-authors: Jansen Lloyd Macabangun, Christian Jay Andres, John Kenneth Jayme, Hewlett Francee Fontiveros, Jamina Dauan, Jay Ventura)

ICRAIE 2023 aims to illuminate the latest advancements and actively bring positive societal transformation through shared insights and innovations.

This commendable representation at ICRAIE 2023 proves that USL is at the forefront of innovation and advancement in the field of engineering.

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