𝑱𝑯𝑪𝑺𝑪 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝑴𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒌 𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑭𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒕-𝑬𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝑬𝒏𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑺𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒄𝒉 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔 – Stronger & Bolder JHCSC for Quality Tertiary Education

Rhea Marie O. Jongco
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On behalf of the JHCSC community, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to the 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 from the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (BSES) program for their outstanding performance during the 1st Environmental Science Research Congress held from June 16–18, 2025, at Mindanao State University – Buug, Zamboanga Sibugay, in partnership with J.H. Cerilles State College (JHCSC), Northwestern Mindanao State College of Science and Technology (NMSCT), and Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology (ZSCMST).

Carrying the theme “Revolutionizing Our Response to Climate Change: Cutting-Edge Research and Technologies Paving the Way for a Low-Carbon Future!”, the congress convened researchers, scholars, practitioners, experts, and policymakers to tackle pressing environmental challenges.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:
Best Oral Presenter (Professional Category)
Mr. Joe Michael J. Calanda, BSES Faculty
“Assessment of Surface Water Quality in Lakewood Lake, Zamboanga del Sur, Using GIS-Derived Interpolation”

1st Place Oral Presenter – Coastal and Terrestrial Biodiversity Assessments
Ms. Frett Niñajale M. Garcenes, BSES Batch 2025
“Mangrove Diversity Status and Its Associated Fauna in the Coastal Areas of Vincenzo Sagun, Zamboanga del Sur”

2nd Place Oral Presenter – Coastal and Terrestrial Biodiversity Assessments
Ms. Stephanie M. Herodias, BSES Batch 2025
“Exploring Seagrass Diversity and Associated Flora and Fauna in the Coastal Waters of Northwestern Dumanquilas Bay”

2nd Place Oral Presenter – Water Ecosystems and Environmental Quality
Ms. Irish Yvonnie G. Mejoy, BSES Batch 2025 – Magna Cum Laude
“Physicochemical Profile and Abundance of Freshwater Snails in Mt. Dula Dula, Damit, Bayog, Zamboanga del Sur”

As the event concluded, the key of responsibility to host the next Environmental Science Research Congress was formally passed to J.H. Cerilles State College, represented by Dr. Rosanilio M. Yagos, BSES Program Chair and one of the panelists during the congress.

The inaugural congress was vital for advancing discourse on environmental issues, showcasing innovative research, shaping informed policies, and fostering sustainable solutions. JHCSC’s active participation not only demonstrated its academic excellence but also reaffirmed its commitment to environmental stewardship and research-driven advocacy.

Soar high, J.H. Cerilles State College!
“Stronger and Bolder JHCSC for Quality Tertiary Education”