Graphic from the SOM Student Council

UP Mindanao's Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Economics (BSABE), Bachelor of Science in Data Science (BSDS), and Bachelor of Sports Science (BSS) are now eligible as priority programs for the Department of Science and Technology–Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) Science & Technology (S & T) Undergraduate Scholarships, as announced by DOST-SEI on June 16, 2024.

BS Agribusiness Economics is a four-year program offered by the School of Management. It provides graduates with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in economics and business management tailored for the agribusiness sector, crucial for advancing Mindanao's role as the Philippines' food basket.

BS Data Science, offered by the Department of Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science (DMPCS) of the College of Science and Mathematics, is a newly offered four-year program and the first undergraduate data science program across the UP System. This program envisions producing highly competent data analysis practitioners and problem solvers in various fields using applications of data science.

Bachelor in Sports Science, a four-year program under the Department of Human Kinetics of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, equips students to function effectively as systematic science-oriented sports specialists. It also serves as a preparatory course for future medical studies.

The UP Mindanao Department of Architecture graduates achieved another 100% passing performance in the June 2024 Licensure Examination of Architects (LEA). UPMin produced another 11 licensed architects to contribute to development in Mindanao and elsewhere.   

The newly licensed architects are:   

Rizza May Ochada Ababa (BS Architecture, Class of 2021)
Louis Dela Cruz Alvarez (BSA 2021)
Leo Franco Ibanez Bonafe (BSA 2016)
Imarie Amor Cabero Borinaga (BSA 2021)
Jhemima Reyna Catipay (BSA 2021)
Aprilyn Vanessa Vilbar Degamo (BSA 2021)
Cyla Caballes Delute (BSA 2021)
Darold Balili Dojo (BSA 2019)
Joanne Paule Abregana Espejo (BSA 2021)
Rea Marie Valdez Ogatis (BSA 2021)
Armel Grace Lugod Vianzon (BSA 2018)

Faculty Regent Carl Marc Ramota, Prof. Mata, Ms. Famulagan, Mr. Malisa, Ms. Ibay, Chancellor Lyre Anni Murao, President Angelo Jimenez

UP Mindanao's Professor May Anne Mata and student-athletes were recognized in the UP System's "Pagkilala sa Fakulti, REPS, Kawani, at Mag-aaral na Nagtamo ng Pambansa o Internasyonal na Rekognisyon" in ceremonies held on June 13, 2024, in UP Diliman.

Prof. Mata of the Department of Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science was recognized for being the DOST PCHRD National Winner and Mindanao Cluster Winner of the 2023 Best Mentor in Health Research Award (Graduate Students Category).

Student Kristine Madeline Ibag (2-AA in Sports Studies) was honored for being a six-time Gold Medalist in both the Single Fita and the Olympic Round categories of the 2022 Philippine National Archery Games, the 16th Philippine Archery Cup Leg 3, and the Philippine National Games 2023.

Student Glennon Jhon Malisa (3-Bachelor of Sports Science) was recognized for being a Gold Medalist in the Double Stick category of the 16th World Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation World Championship Philippines.

Student Kaye Louren L. Famulagan (3-Bachelor of Sports Science) was honored as a Gold Medalist in the Arnis Padded Stick Event Bantamweight Category at the Philippine National Games 2023.

The Pagkilala is in line with UP's 116th-anniversary celebration, which has the theme "Hayag: Pagpupugay sa Lingkod Bayan 2024."  

Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte designated UP Mindanao as a member of the Davao City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council through Executive Order No. 21 Series of 2024, dated June 13, 2024.

As a member-designate, UP Mindanao can share elements of its Public Service Continuity Plan with the city. These include identifying Mission-essential Functions, Recovery Time Objectives, and Hazards Assessment and Continuity Strategies.