USM DevCom Faculty, Students Present Papers in Indonesia Students and faculty members of the Development Communication (DevCom) program of the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) participated in the First Joint International Conference of the Federation of Development Communication in Indonesia (FORKAPI) and the Association of Development Communication Educators and Practitioners of the Philippines (ADCEP Philippines) on September 8–10, 2026, at the Institut Pertanian Bogor University and Pakuan University in Bogor, Indonesia. FORKAPI and ADCEP Philippines, the development communication networks in Indonesia and the Philippines, respectively, jointly organized the conference to bring together educators, researchers, practitioners, students, and other members of the development communication community. Prof. Jovelyn F. Gesulga, USM DevCom program chairperson, presented her paper, “Community Networking and Engagement Through Radio Broadcast,” a Component of the Extension Project CONNECT. Prof. Sarrah Jane C. Guerrero also presented her paper, “Operationalizing Compassion: An Implementation Review and Feedback Evaluation of the USM Student Food Coupon Program.” Meanwhile, DevCom students Zander E. Magsico, Shaine B. Dela Serna, Shabahiya D. Mamatus, and Angel Trisha Marie T. Puertollano presented their magazine, “Pambityala: Voices from Mindanao: A Student-Produced Development Journalism Magazine Documenting Community Narratives for Sustainable Development.” In an interview, Prof. Gesulga said the experience provided them with opportunities to learn, exchange ideas, and gain new perspectives in Development Communication. She added that it also demonstrated how the University connects academic training with innovation and entrepreneurship through modern DevCom laboratories. “I encourage our students to be confident in sharing their ideas, to keep learning beyond the classroom, and to recognize that as future Development Communication professionals, they can make a difference not only in their communities but also in the wider world,” Prof. Gesulga said when asked about her message to DevCom students. Guided by the theme “Development Communication: Bridging Knowledge and Practice for Sustainable and Inclusive Well-Being in a Disruptive Era,” the conference featured keynote and plenary sessions, paper presentations, research networking, and academic and cultural exchanges with Indonesian partner institutions. The conference brought together scholars, educators, researchers, development practitioners, students, and policymakers from Southeast Asia and other regions to share research, practices, and perspectives in development communication.

September 22, 2026

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USM DevCom Faculty, Students Present Papers in Indonesia

Students and faculty members of the Development Communication (DevCom) program of the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) participated in the First Joint International Conference of the […]

September 22, 2026

Published by Loynei Frias Sumalinog at September 22, 2026

USM Signs MOU with Vanuatu Institute of Technology in Oceania

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September 22, 2026

Published by Jimwell Pande at September 22, 2026

Project CEIntrix Continues Implementation; Rolls out Component 3

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September 22, 2026

Published by Jimwell Pande at September 22, 2026

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September 22, 2026

Published by Jimwell Pande at September 22, 2026

USM Public Administration Department Kickstarts Project PWEDE thru Leadership and Governance Training for Mabungahon Bialong SLP Association

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September 21, 2026

Published by Charlotte Andrea Tutor at September 21, 2026

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Researchers and professionals from Davao Region, South Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, and General Santos City (SOCCSKSARGEN Region), and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao […]

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USM DevCom Faculty, Students Present Papers in Indonesia

USM Signs MOU with Vanuatu Institute of Technology in Oceania

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Aspiring Buffalo Farmer Couple Benchmarks at DA-PCC at USM

USM Public Administration Department Kickstarts Project PWEDE thru Leadership and Governance Training for Mabungahon Bialong SLP Association

USM Satellite SERDAC Trains Researchers in MAXQDA