“Meaningful Collaboration through Research”
3rd Regional Student Research Colloquium
October 15, 2025
Onsite
Centennial Hall, University of Baguio
Baguio CIty, Philippines
Online
via Zoom
PANELIST
Cluster 1
Co-Host:
Baguio Central University
List of Presenters
| CLUSTER 1 Business Administration & Accountancy; International Hospitality & Tourism Management, Criminology | |
 | Tourists’ waste reduction behaviors in tourist attractions of Baguio City Christian Jay-vi Acuña, Jaellan Bagwan, Alfred Colar, Feona Maebel Estepa, Cleo Marie Fernandez, Ma. Koreen Tabaldo, John Roy Tid-ong, Alexa Rae Valdez |
 | Innovative practices of the Silungan Center in managing children at risk in Baguio City Jeriel Coltiyen, Syndrec, Charles P. Obonan |
| Cake warfare: Exploring the need for regulation on food fights in the Philippines Tristan Kier Villacrucis |
| CLUSTER 2 Engineering and Architecture; Information Technology, Applied Technology | |
 | Assessment of fish production in the municipality of Rizal, Kalinga Rica Mae Manuel |
| A proposed marine research center for United Nations Decade of Ocean Science in Balanga, Bataan James Kelly Postanes |
| Growth of Agrocybe aegerita, Pleurotus eryngii, and Lentinula edodes in culture media with roots crops as nutrient source Marvina Espejo, Christian , Arian Kate Wacangan |
| CLUSTER Dental Medicine; Natural Sciences; Health (Nursing) | |
 | Silent wails: Experiences of high school students regarding bullying Nicole Acosta, Arah Joy Balageo, Shun Colobong, Iris Dinolong, Viviene Ruth Mang-usan, Karille Marcelino, Xandrex Ngade, Regine Palingpingan, Daivy Mae Patalleg, Franztyn Ashley Valenciano |
| Till death do us part: Exploring lived experiences of widowed elderly in Irisan, Baguio City Chadray Guisa-ed, Katrina Balajadia, Francine Cassandra Dela Cruz, Danica Mangilinan, Arabela Crystel Santos, Rhaina Reigh Tamayo |
| Local perceptions and Bio-Physico-Chemical profiling of community water tanks in Babalag East, Rizal, Kalinga Joshua M. Juan |
| The influence of community dental fieldwork exposure on career pursuit in dental public health among dental clinicians at the University of Baguio Zhawn Leewy Gutierrez, Rio Jane Batac , Dharyl Robyn Carta, Acel Kayth Quiambao, Ivanna Rose Signey |
| The transition experience: Non-STEM graduates’ first year in nursing school Shikainah Grace Accab, Jasmane Laura Castillo, Annie Blaise Chagyo, Keziah Bacwo, Mary Lynne Ngiwas, Samantha Frances Denise Doclan, Gaelan Ira Soriano, Prescilla Angelei Calica, Lester John Langis, Jamelie Tad-awan, Claire Somebang |
| Evaluating satisfaction and health outcomes linked to University of Baguio School of Nursing outreach activities in Barangay Happy Hallow Princess Rogelen Pecenio, Marinelle Encio, Bence Nico A. Peralta, Jannalyn Villegas, Kenneth Joseph Tacdoy, Fawn SJ. Maday-a |
| CLUSTER Communication Arts; Liberal Arts; Psychology, and Social Sciences (Teacher Education), Basic Education (Senior High) | |
| Crossing language: Exploring the linguistic, literary, and cultural features of english, tagalog, and ilocano riddles Amor Cayasen, Patricia Nebrija, Daphne Angell Pale, Melissa Topacio |
| Assessing the existence of quiet quitting among students in the University of Baguio’s STELA board programs Ghay Ladiong, Jazzel Malinias, Winzell Pinkihan |
| Adaptive pedagogy in practice: Pre-service teachers’ strategies and their impact on elementary learning styles Heyzle Faith Liagao, Andrea Calangian, John Mark Gatan, Rhinalie Kate Mayocyoc |
| Reading and listening proficiency of the BSED students at the University of Baguio Christine Tabano, Sarah Ruth Judan, Chrizza Mae Valdez |
| Kababae mong tao!: Filipino women’s journey to self-expression and societal perception through body art Leila Alyana San Diego, Regine Abdula, Juselle Mulang, Kathlyn Kyle Valera |
| S.P.E.A.K.: Exploring self-regulated learning strategies for accelerating foreign language learning among college students Kristine Gabrielle Banggawan |
| CLUSTER 5 Graduate School | |
| Designing a narrative-based social inquiry model for teaching Araling Panlipunan Jamby Baldago |
| Exploring rehabilitation outcomes among drug offenders through the Katatagan Kontra Droga sa Kommunidad (KKDK) program within the BJMP Caroline Chelnag. John Warrie Asiatico, Jenn Aubrey Baybado, Arlene Lapitan, Jake Lupos, Warren Galas Moyao, Vicente Nayosan, Beca May Palitayan, Reginald Sibug |
| Analysis of the efficacy of the department of education learning management system: Remediation tool for grade 11 statistics and probability Lindly Goyao |
| Site suitability analysis of small water impounding project in Mountain Province: A GIS-Based water resources assessment Faizal Gubia-on |
Important Dates
- September 19, 2025 – Deadline for submission of Abstract (450 to 500 words)
- September 22, 2025 – Expected date to receive a response from RIECO
- September 30, 2025 – Deadline for submission of full research paper/poster content
- October 7, 2025 – Sending the official program of activity, Zoom link (for online participants), and additional guidelines for the event.
- October 9, 2025 – Deadline for submission of video presentation (for online participants)
- October 15, 2025 – 3rd Regional Student Research Colloquium
Research empowers students to explore meaningful questions, address regional challenges, and contribute to the body of knowledge that supports inclusive growth and cultural understanding. In the Cordillera Administrative Region, student researchers from both undergraduate and graduate programs are producing work that reflects the richness of the region’s cultural heritage, environmental landscape, and socio-economic contexts.
The regional research colloquium provides a collaborative platform for student researchers across higher education institutions in the Cordillera to share their studies, engage in scholarly exchange, and build academic networks that support continued learning and innovation. By bringing together diverse perspectives, the colloquium fosters a sense of regional identity and academic solidarity while promoting research that is both relevant and responsive to local needs.
With the theme: “Meaningful Collaboration through Research”, this initiative strengthens the culture of research within the Cordillera, empowering student scholars to play an active role in shaping the future of their communities and the broader academic landscape
Objectives:
1. To provide a platform for undergraduate and graduate students to present and disseminate their research findings.
2. To develop a meaningful collaboration among student researchers in CAR.
REGIONAL RESEARCH COLLOQUIUM
October 15, 2025, 8:00am-5:00pm
Centennial Hall/Hybrid (Zoom)
Theme: “Meaningful Collaboration through Research”
| Registration of Participants | 8:00-8:10 AM | |
| Invocation, National Anthem, UB Hymn | AVP presentation | 8:10-8:15 AM |
| Welcome Remarks | Dr. Javier Herminio D. Bautista University President | 8:15-8:20 AM |
| Message from VPAA | Dr. Janice Kaylyn K. Lonogan VP for Academic Affairs | 8:20-8:25 AM |
| Plenary Session | 8:25-12:00 NN | |
| Introduction of Speakers | Dr. Ellen Halover and Dr. Vilma Deponio | |
| Keynote Speakers: | Dr. Janet Lyn Montemayor-Balagtey (Online) Director, Higher Educational Research Center (HERRC-BSU) | |
| Dr. Mark Preston S. Lopez Professor V, Mountain Province State University (MPSU); UB Alumnus | ||
| Lunch Break | 12:00-1:00 PM | |
| Presentation of Criteria | Ms. Rachel Liclican | 1:00-1:05 PM |
| Introduction of Panel of Judges | Mr. Albert Bayawa II | 1:05-1:15 PM |
| Clustered Presentation and Q&A | 1:15-4:15 PM | |
| Cluster 1 | · Business Administration & Accountancy; International Hospitality & Tourism Management, Criminology | |
| Cluster 2 | · Engineering and Architecture; Information Technology | |
| Cluster 3 | · Dental Medicine; Natural Sciences; Health (Nursing) | |
| Cluster 4 | · Communication Arts; Liberal Arts; Psychology, and Social Sciences (Teacher Education), Basic Education (Senior High) | |
| Cluster 5 | · Graduate School | |
| Deliberation | 4:15-4:30 AM | |
| Awarding of Best Presenters | RIECO Director | 4:30-4:50 PM |
| Closing Remarks | Dr. Donnavila Marie Panday-Herbster RIECO Director | 4:50-5:00 PM |
Dr. Mark Preston S. Lopez is a distinguished academic leader, researcher, and educator whose career has been more than two decades in Philippine Higher Education. Currently serving as Professor V at the Mountain Province State University, Bontoc, Mountain Province. He has also held key administrative posts, including Vice-President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the School of Advanced Education. A Fulbright Graduate Scholar and Ford Foundation Fellow, Dr. Lopez earned his PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Florida and his MA in Gender and Cultural Studies from Simmons University, USA.
His leadership has been instrumental in fostering international collaborations, advancing accreditation and quality assurance, and steering his institution into global rankings. Recognized with numerous awards such as the CHED Best Research Mentor Award, the University of Baguio Outstanding Alumni Award, and multiple Best Paper distinctions, he is widely respected for his scholarship in education, multilingual pedagogy, and social justice.
As a prolific speaker, mentor, and researcher, Dr. Lopez continues to inspire educators and communities through his commitment to academic excellence, inclusive education, and transformative leadership.
Dr. Janet Lynn M. Balagtey is a well-known academic leader, educator, and researcher with more than two decades of service at Benguet State University, where she is the current Director of Higher Education Regional Research Center.
She holds a PhD in Education (Research and Evaluation) from the University of the Philippines Diliman and has authored numerous studies on pedagogy, assessment, and teacher education. Her copyrighted research tools, including the Digital Literacy Test for Teachers, are widely used in higher education institutions across the Cordillera. As a dedicated mentor and resource speaker, Dr. Balagtey continues to contribute to the advancement of education through her leadership, innovation, and dedication to fostering research culture in the Philippines.
Abstract Submission Guidelines
- All Student Researcher(s) are eligible to submit their abstract to the REGIONAL STUDENT RESEARCH COLLOQUIUM with the theme, “Meaningful Collaboration through Research”
- Please send your abstract as a Word attachment following the format for Abstract below:
- Title (according to publication – bold, Sentence case, only first letter is capitalized except for Scientific name).
- Authors – use first name followed by the surname, and indicate the presenting author with an asterisk.
- Affiliations – italicize, if authors are from different institutions
- Corresponding author should indicate the complete email address.
- Abstract should not be more than 400-500 words (indicate 5 key words).
Format
- The document should be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx) and prepared on (8.27” × 11.69”) A4 paper with 1 in. margin on all sides.
- Use the Arial font with an 11 point size.
- Prepare the abstract in Microsoft Word format. Save the file using the required file name format provided.
Institution_School_Family Name_Title of research
e.g. UB_SBAA_Cruz_Title
Notes:
- All submissions will undergo a rigorous review process to ensure quality and relevance.
- Accepted abstracts will be selected for either a podium or poster presentation based on the evaluation of the reviewer.
- Only abstracts submitted electronically will be accepted. Please submit abstract through the link https://bit.ly/3rdRegionalStudentResColloquium;
- A confirmation of receipt will be sent to the submitting author’s email address to acknowledge the submission.
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