Puerto Princesa City, Palawan – The Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST) proudly participated in the 12th Annual International Conference on Environmental Science (ACES) held from November 6 to 8, 2024, at Palawan State University. This year’s conference, themed “Environmental Diplomacy and Negotiations through Open Science: Learning from Community Actions’ continue reading : SPAMAST joins 12th Annual International Conference on Environment Science in Palawan

Congratulations to Prof. John Paul R. Pacyao for being recognized as one of the Top 10 Best Papers in the Food Product Development and Processing E-Journal!  His paper, titled “Tilapia-Value Added Products: Entrepreneurship Opportunity for Inland Fish Farmers in Malita, Davao Occidental,” highlights innovative entrepreneurial opportunities for inland fish farmers and showcases the exceptional research continue reading : Congratulations, Prof. John Paul R. Pacyao!

The Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST) actively participated in the 17th Gaginaway Festival and the 87th Araw ng Malita, held from November 15 to 17, 2024 in Malita, Davao Occidental. The festive celebration showcased Malita’s rich cultural heritage, vibrant traditions, and dynamic community spirit. The event, which spanned three continue reading : SPAMAST joins the 17th Gaginaway Festival and 87th Araw ng Malita Celebration

The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) and the Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST) officially sealed their partnership through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing ceremony on November 18, 2024. The collaboration aims to establish a communal nursery, a significant initiative to bolster coconut production and agricultural sustainability in the region. continue reading : PCA and SPAMAST Partner for Coconut Nursery Establishment through MOA Signing

Dr. Lynette A. Bontia, President of the Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST), was honored with the Outstanding Educator award during the prestigious Malitaño Awards held on November 12, 2024, at the New Malita Gymnasium, Poblacion Malita. The recognition is a testament to Dr. Bontia’s exceptional leadership, dedication to academic continue reading : SPAMAST President Honored as Outstanding Educator; Institution Recognized as Outstanding National Agency

The Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST) held an enlightening orientation for students on “Futures Thinking and Regenerative Mindset” on November 11, 2024, at the SPAMAST Auditorium in Malita, Davao Occidental. The event aimed to equip students with innovative perspectives and forward-thinking skills essential for sustainable development in today’s rapidly continue reading : SPAMAST Holds Orientation on Futures Thinking and Regenerative Mindset of Students

The Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST), in partnership with the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) Davao Occidental, Emergency Operations Center in Malita, Responders Organization for Public Emergencies Volunteer, and the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), successfully conducted the School Responders Training for Student Leaders from November continue reading : SPAMAST Empowers Student Leaders with Life-Saving Skills in Disaster Preparedness and Fire Prevention Training

𝙉𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 5, 2024 – 𝙋𝙖𝙨𝙖𝙮 𝘾𝙞𝙩𝙮 – SPAMAST’s pride in the field of Social Work reached new heights as two of its top graduates, Mr. Glenn Angelo Delos Reyes and Ms. Zyla Encarnacion, officially took their Oath as licensed social workers. The prestigious ceremony was held at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Pasay City, continue reading : SPAMAST Social Worker Licensure Exam Topnotchers Take Oath in Manila

On October 30, 2024, SPAMAST President Dr. Lynette A. Bontia visited the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) office in Davao Occidental, where she met with Provincial Director Atty. Leonor Oralde. The visit aimed to seek NCIP’s guidance on SPAMAST’s initiatives to promote and preserve Indigenous culture in Davao Occidental. Central to these initiatives are continue reading : National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP)

SPAMAST held a heartfelt recognition event to honor its 2024 Licensure Examination for Fisheries Professional passer at the SPAMAST Auditorium on November 4,2024. The event, organized by the Institute of Fisheries and Marine Sciences under the leadership of Dean Prof. John Paul Pacyao, brought together faculty, students, and the family members of the successful examinees continue reading : SPAMAST Honors 2024 Licensure Examination for Fisheries Professional Passer