The Southern Philippines Agribusiness and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST) reaffirmed its strong partnership with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) through active participation in regional initiatives that promote science, technology, and innovation. A key component of this collaboration is SPAMAST’s sustained support for DOST’s scholarship programs, consistently assisting in the promotion, facilitation, and monitoring of scholar activities to ensure that deserving students gain access to quality education and essential academic support. This commitment was further demonstrated during the 2025 In Touch with Excellence recognition ceremony, which honored DOST-SEI scholars who graduated with Latin honors across the Davao Region.
During the event, DOST-SEI recognized outstanding graduates whose academic achievements underscored the region’s growing potential in producing future scientists and innovators. SPAMAST scholar 𝑴𝒓. 𝑹𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒍 𝑹. 𝑶𝒔𝒂𝒃𝒆𝒍, Bachelor of Secondary Education major in General Science, who graduated Magna Cum Laude, attended the ceremony together with his parent. Representing SPAMAST were 𝐌𝐫. 𝐄𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐆. 𝐎𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞, School Representative, and 𝑴𝒓. 𝑹𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒆 𝑫. 𝑳𝒊𝒘𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒈, Scholarship Coordinator, alongside other higher education institution representatives from across the region. Key messages from DOST officials, including 𝑴𝒔. 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒚𝒏 𝑳𝒂𝒚𝒖𝒔 of DOST-SEI and 𝑷𝑺𝑻𝑶 𝑫𝒂𝒗𝒂𝒐 𝑶𝒄𝒄𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑫𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒐𝒓 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒂 𝑽𝒊𝒄𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒂 𝑫𝒂𝒅𝒐, emphasized the value of excellence, responsibility, and nation-building through science and technology.
This continuing collaboration between SPAMAST and DOST highlights a shared mission to empower learners, strengthen research culture, and contribute to sustainable national progress. By nurturing scholars and supporting innovation-driven initiatives, the partnership aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). These efforts reinforce the institution’s dedication to shaping competent professionals who can contribute meaningfully to community development and the country’s long-term scientific advancement.
