Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology formally honored its WURI Rankings 2026 awardees during the Giving of Certificates Ceremony held on May 25, 2026, at the SPAMAST Lecture Hall in Malita, Davao Occidental.
The recognition ceremony celebrated the institution’s remarkable achievement in the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) 2026, where SPAMAST successfully secured rankings within the Top 100 in 7 categories. The official 2026 WURI Global Rankings Ceremony was held at National Chi Nan University on May 7, 2026.
The event gathered faculty members, administrators, staff, and stakeholders to recognize the champions, case writers, and team members behind the innovative programs and initiatives that brought international distinction to the institution.
Recognized Programs and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Attained
- A4. Entrepreneurial Culture & Eco System – Rank 94
Intrapreneurship Mobilization Optimization for Viable Enterprises (I-MOVE)
SDGs Attained: SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)
Case Writer: Angeline C. Lim
Champion: Ricci A. Francisco
Team members: LIM, Angeline C., BANUELOS, Arjohn T., COLONIA, Jesse A., ALCALEN, Jasper Hendrix V., VILLANUEVA, Ramon Jr. R., PALMERA, Bernitte Jan A., NAZARA, Jessa Mae M
- B1. Visionary Leadership – Rank 67
RADIATE (RISE, Advance, Drive, Ignite, Amplify, Transform, and Embody) Framework
SDGs Attained: SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals)
Case Writer: Champ Ragde A. Bontia
Champion: Dr. Lynette A. Bontia
Team members: BONTIA, Lynette A., OCTURA, Janet R., FRANCA Jovelyn L., GONZALES, Arneda Jean S., GONZALES, Rey H., DELUTE, Ophelia C., CONDINATO, Cherelyn P., LLAMEG, Marlyn B., SAN JOSE, Ariel E., BUENCILLO, Grace D., DOÑOS Kher Dave H.
- B5. Funding for Sustainability – Rank 74
Income Generating Projects
SDGs Attained: SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
Case Writer: Romeo Jr. J. Cabrera
Champion: Dr. Elenito P. Bugawisan
Team members: Lynette A. Bontia, Ph.D ., Janet R. Octura, Ph.D ., Edwin G. Ostique, CPA., Joeper M. Abella, MAEd., Vilma T. Alfaro
- B7. Cost-Effectiveness Management – Rank 89
SPAMAST Institutional Energy Efficiency and Conservation Measures (IEECM): The Earth Stewards
SDGs Attained: SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 13 (Climate Action)
Case Writer: Sheena Love P. Estilloso
Champion: Janet R. Octura
Team member: EEC Committee Members, Property and Supply Office, Engineering and Maintenance Personnel
- C2. Interdisciplinary, Convergent, and Integrated Research – Rank 59
Revolutionizing Coconut Farming through Innovation in Motion: Design, Fabrication and Evaluation of Mechanical Dehusker with Automated Counting Mechanism
SDGs Attained: SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)
Case Writer: Grace C. Buencillo
Champion: Leo C. Radores
Team members: HILIS JR, Romeo C., MARIANO, Imelda A., BUGAWISAN, Elenito P., DANO, Dondo., BUENCILLO, Grace D.
- C6. Inclusive Social Innovation for the Underserved – Rank 99
Enabling Food Sufficient Communities through Community-Based Participatory Action Research Program
SDGs Attained: SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities)
Case Writers: Dawn A. Limao, Kher Dave H. Doños, and Anna May E. Baldomero
Champion: Kher Dave H. Doños
Team members: BALDOMERO, Anna May E., NECESARIO, Kaye B., CARTA, Christian Gil N.,
MANDAHUYAN, Rubelyn M., CIRIACO, Frank B., TAN, Franz Jeemson S., JOCOY, Angela Jo, and
SACIL, Jeanibe M.
- C7. University-Based Entrepreneurial Projects – Rank 61
SPAMAST Young Entrepreneur’s Association (SYE-A)
SDGs Attained: SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)
Case Writer: Grecilda M. Limboc
Champion: John Paul R. Pacyao
Team members: MARQUEZ, Jessa May D., SAN JUAN, Angelina, R., LLAMEG, Marlyn B., ADE, Jesus Jr. P., DOÑOS, Kher Dave
The recognition ceremony reflected SPAMAST’s unwavering commitment to innovation, sustainability, research excellence, entrepreneurship, and transformative leadership aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The institution also acknowledged the invaluable efforts of all team members, offices, faculty, students, and partners who contributed to the successful implementation of these globally recognized programs.
Through these achievements, SPAMAST continues to strengthen its position as a globally competitive state college dedicated to quality education, community empowerment, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development. The institution’s inclusion among the top-performing universities in the WURI Rankings 2026 serves as an inspiration for the entire academic community to pursue excellence and impactful innovation for future generations.
