IMREC 2026
4TH International Multidisciplinary Research-based Extension Conference
"Rooted in Service, Rising in Impact: Reimagining Extension for Local Solutions to Global Challenges"
Davao de Oro State College
Explore the EventProgram Highlights
A quick look at each day — see the full lineup below.
Plenary Speakers
Leaders and experts guiding this year's conversations.
Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis
Chairperson, Commission on Higher Education
Dr. Myrna Q. Mallari
Commissioner, Commission on Higher Education (CHED)/Chairperson, DdOSC Board of Trustees
Dr. Indrajit Pal
Associate Professor and Chair at Disaster Preparedness, Mitigation, and Management program Asian Institute of Technology
Dr. Leslie T. Ubaub
Lecturer, Plant Protection University of the South Pacific (USP)
Our Sponsors
Made possible with the support of our partners.
Consortium Members
Member institutions collaborating for this year's conference.
Davao de Oro State College
Bohol Island State University
Batanes State College
Ifugao State University
Isabela State University
Polytechnic University Of The Philippines
About
IMREC 2026 is a flagship conference hosted by Davao de Oro State College, bringing together researchers, educators, and extension workers from across the region and beyond to share knowledge, innovations, and best practices.
Our Sponsors
IMREC 2026 is made possible through the generous support of our partners and sponsors.
Program of Activities
Day 1 - September 15, 2026
Arrival and Registration
Participants
Opening Program
Grand Processional
Presidents/VPs and Special Guest
Doxology and National Anthem
DDOSC Chorale
Parade of Institutional Banners and Country Flag
NHEEC Officers
Welcome Message and Official Opening of the IMREC 2026 DDOSC College President
Lilybeth M. Matunhay, PhD SUC President I Davao de Oro State College
Statement of Purpose and Recognition of Participants and TWG Members by Conference Chair
Jeson N. Geroche, PhD Conference Chair/ Director, Extension Services Division Davao de Oro State College
Message of Support
Governor
Hon. Raul G. Mabanglo Governor, Davao de Oro Province
Davao City Mayor
Hon. Sebastian Z. Duterte Mayor, Davao City
Video Message of Vice President Sarah Z. Duterte
Hon. Sarah Z. Duterte Vice President, Republic of the Philippines
Video Message of Senator
Senator Emmanuel Joel Jose Villanueva Chairman, Committee on Higher, Technical and Vocational Education
Cultural Opening Salvo
DDOSC Sining Dayon
Introduction of the keynote speaker
Gloryjean C. Altamera, PhD Vice President for Academic Affairs, Davao de Oro State College
Keynote Address 1:
Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis Chairperson Commission on Higher Education
Awarding of Plaque of Distinction
Photo Opportunity
Host: Dr. Jennifer T. Pelegrino
Lunch Break
Parallel Paper Presentation
Health and Well-Being (Main Hall)
Participants Moderator: Dr. Mark P. Laurente
Education Enhancement (Break-out Room 1)
Participants Moderator: Dr. Marianne Runas-Mata
Tech Training and Skills Development (Break-out Room 2)
Participants Moderator: Ms. Jonalyn N. Tordillo
Community Development (Break-out Room 3)
Participants Moderator: Mr. John Mark C. Poquita
Social Empowerment and Governance (Break-out Room 4)
Participants Moderator: Dr. Jeffrey Z. Mata
Welcome Dinner and Networking
Cultural Show
DdOSC Sining Dayon and Choro de Oro
Camaraderie Games and Raffles
Host: Judith R. Tudy and Eric Palmerola
Day 2 - September 16, 2026
Recapitulation and Announcement
Dr. Jennifer T. Pelegrino Director, Production Services Division Davao de Oro State College
Introduction of the Plenary Speaker
Engr. Ian Dave Corteza Project Management Unit Head Davao de Oro State College
Plenary speaker 1:
Dr. Myrna Q. Mallari Commissioner, Commission on Higher Education (CHED)/ Chairperson, DdOSC Board of Trustees
NHEEC Officer
Awarding of Plaque of Appreciation
Introduction of the Plenary Speaker
Engr. Gedrick Baliog General Services Unit Head Davao de Oro State College Davao de Oro State College
Plenary speaker 2:
Dr. Indrajit Pal Associate Professor and Chair at Disaster Preparedness, Mitigation, and Management program Asian Institute of Technology
Open Forum
NHEEC Officer
Awarding of Plaque of Appreciation
Photo Opportunity
Continuation of Parallel Sessions
Health and Well-Being (Main Hall)
Participants Moderator: Dr. Mark P. Laurente
Education Enhancement (Break-out Room 1)
Participants Moderator: Dr. Marianne Runas-Mata
Tech Training and Skills Development (Break-out Room 2)
Participants Moderator: Ms. Jonalyn N. Tordillo
Community Development (Break-out Room 3)
Participants Moderator: Mr. John Mark C. Poquita
Social Empowerment and Governance (Break-out Room 4)
Participants Moderator: Dr. Jeffrey Z. Mata
Lunch Break
Continuation of Parallel Sessions
Total of 170 presenters
Introduction of the Plenary Speaker
Mr. Eric Palmerola Research and Development Unit Head - Main Campus Davao de Oro State College
Plenary speaker 2:
Dr. Leslie T. Ubaub Lecturer, Plant Protection University of the South Pacific (USP)
Open Forum
NHEEC Officer
Awarding of Plaque of Appreciation
Introduction of the Plenary Speaker
Ms. Karesha Faith Canetan Internationalization Unit Head, Davao de Oro State College
Plenary speaker 2:
TBA
Open Forum
NHEEC Officer
Awarding of Plaque of Appreciation
Closing Program
Host: Dr. Jennifer T. Pelegrino
Doxology and Philippine National Anthem by DdOSC Choro de Oro
Message of Gratitude by DdOSC College President
Lilybeth M. Matunhay, PhD SUC President I Davao de Oro State College
Awarding of Best Papers and Best Presenters (Per Strand)
Recognition of the Co-host and TWG Members
Announcing of IMREC 2027 Host
Message of Acceptance of the Host President Closing Remarks by IMREC 2026 Conference Chair
Jeson N. Geroche, PhD Conference Chair/ Director, Extension Services Division Davao de Oro State College IMREC 2027 Host
Photo Opportunity
Day 3 - September 21, 2026 - NHEEC Officers Tour to Davao de Oro
NHEEC Officers Meeting
In-Charge: Karesha Faith Canetan and Jerson Renegado
Contact
For inquiries, please reach out to the IMREC 2026 organizing committee at Davao de Oro State College.