Cotabato City – The Tanghalang Michael Clark (TMC) was transformed into a hub of inquiry and innovation on April 14, 2026, as Notre Dame University staged the Student Research Forum of its 11th University Research Festival, featuring research presentations from the College of Health Sciences, College of Education, College of Business and Accountancy, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Engineering and Computer Studies, and the Graduate School.

 

Presentation No. 1: College of Health Sciences

 

Presentation No. 2: College of Health Sciences

 

Presentation No. 3: College of Education

 

Presentation No. 4: College of Business and Accountancy

 

Presentation No. 5: College of Business and Accountancy

 

Presentation No. 6: College of Arts and Sciences

 

Presentation No. 7: College of Arts and Sciences

 

Presentation No. 8: College of Engineering and Computer Studies

 

Presentation No. 9: College of Engineering and Computer Studies

 

Presentation No. 10: College of Engineering and Computer Studies

 

Presentation No. 11: College of Engineering and Computer Studies

Presentation No. 12: Graduate School

 

Presentation No. 13: Graduate School

 

Abstract 1: College of Health Sciences

 

Abstract 2: College of Arts and Sciences

 

Abstract 3: College of Arts and Sciences

Abstract 4: College of Education

 

From start to finish, the Student Research Forum demonstrated the depth, diversity, and social relevance of student research at Notre Dame University. The papers and posters collectively addressed health literacy, educational equity, worker welfare, SME resilience, political socialization, technological innovation, environmental sustainability, ethical governance, and psychosocial support, showing how young researchers are engaging with the complex realities of Cotabato City, the Bangsamoro region, and the wider Philippines.

More than a showcase of outputs, the forum served as a training ground for future scholars, professionals, and leaders—a space where students learn to combine rigorous methods, critical thinking, and compassion in the service of community. As the university continues to nurture this culture of inquiry, the research presented at this year’s festival stands as a strong indication that NDU’s student researchers are ready to contribute thoughtfully to local development, national conversations, and global knowledge, guided by both academic excellence and a clear sense of mission.