NDMC Student Affairs Personnel Complete COAP 2026 Mindanao Training on Campus Organization Advising
Koronadal City, South Cotabato – Representatives from Notre Dame of Midsayap College (NDMC) participated in the Certified Organization Advisers of the Philippines (COAP) 2026 Mindanao held on February 12–13, 2026, at Notre Dame of Marbel University, Koronadal City. Representing the College were Mr. Ariel Villaflor and Mr. Angelo P. Florague, LPT, who joined campus organization advisers and student affairs professionals from across Mindanao in a two-day professional development program.
Anchored on the theme “Enhancing Campus Organization Advising through Legal Awareness, Event Management, and Research-Based Student Affairs Practices,” the seminar aimed to strengthen the competencies of organization advisers in guiding student leaders and improving student affairs programs.
The conference opened with welcome remarks from Br. Paterno S. Corpus, FMS, President of Notre Dame of Marbel University, followed by a keynote address from Dr. Rody P. Garcia of the CHED Regional Office XII. The keynote underscored the vital role of campus organization advisers in developing responsible, values-driven, and socially engaged student leaders.
Participants attended a series of expert-led sessions covering legal and ethical responsibilities in campus organization advising, event planning and management, and research-based approaches to student affairs. Atty. Sylvie Blanche Tandog discussed the legal obligations of advisers in ensuring compliance with institutional policies and safeguarding student welfare. Dean Sherwin Punla presented effective strategies for planning, implementing, and evaluating student activities, while Marlon O. Maglipas emphasized the importance of research in improving Student Affairs and Services.
A major highlight of the seminar was the Research on Campus Advising Conceptualization Workshop, facilitated by Josephus Cayabyab, where participants developed research-based solutions to common challenges encountered in campus organization advising. The activity concluded with an inspiring closing message from Dr. Wilter C. Friales, President of the Philippine Association of Campus Student Advisers (PACSA) National.
The participation of NDMC personnel in the COAP 2026 Mindanao training reflects the institution's commitment to strengthening student leadership, enhancing campus organization management, and ensuring that student affairs programs are guided by sound leadership, legal compliance, and evidence-based practices. The knowledge and best practices gained from the seminar will further contribute to creating meaningful, well-managed, and transformative student engagement initiatives within the NDMC community.