Labuyo, Tangub City – University of Southern Mindanao (USM) participants to the Mindanao Association of State and Tertiary Schools (MASTS) Friendly Games 2018 were among the best in Mindanao after bagging several wins in this year’s socio-cultural competitions held on October 26-29, 2018 at Northwestern Mindanao State College of Science and Technology, Labuyo,Tangub City.

MASTS is an annual literary, socio-cultural competitions aimed at celebrating and honing students’ skills and talents across the country. With only 33 participants, USM was among the smallest delegations this year. However, out of the 21 participating colleges and universities, USM managed to clinch the Top 6 spot with just 5 points away from the Fifth Place.

The USM delegation headed by Institute of Sports, Physical Education, and Recreation (ISPEAR) Dean Dr. Judy Garcia and Socio-Cultural Affairs Chair Ms. Jessa Buisan brought glory and honor to the University after winning in 14 competitions.