A Motivated and passionate Biology educator dedicated to nurturing future scientists and advancing quality education. Recognized for exemplary leadership as a multi-awarded student leader from elementary to college, including honors like the Huwarang Mag-Aaral ng Gitnang Luzon Award, Columban College Inc. Leadership and Dean's List Awards, Don Honorio Ventura State University's Leadership Award, Academic Excellence Award, and GADTimpala Award for Gender and Development Advocacy. Demonstrates eagerness to learn, adaptability in handling challenging situations, and active engagement in international conferences and competitions, fostering a global perspective in scientific education and research. Instructor with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster positive learning environment conducive to success. Imparted comprehensive topical knowledge in varied modalities to enhance deeper learning. Developed meaningful test instruments to complement and validate course curriculum. Dedicated educator with strong foundation in curriculum development and student engagement. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams and adapt to evolving educational needs. Equipped with expertise in instructional strategies, classroom management, and fostering positive learning environment. Consistently focused on achieving tangible results and supporting student success. Knowledgeable Permanent Faculty with strong track record of delivering engaging and informative lessons. Proven ability to develop effective curricula and foster positive learning environment. Demonstrated expertise in classroom management and student assessment.
Handling Biological Sciences and Environmental Sciences Courses under contract of service at the Department of Biology of the College of Arts and Sciences.
Summary of Subjects Handled:
College of Arts and Sciences
Leadership and Management
2025
09/25 – Author, Crawling Battles: Anthropogenic Threats to the Crustaceans of Sasmuan Pampanga Coastal Wetlands, Philippines, World Aquaculture Magazine, by the World Aquaculture Society, Sorrento, LA, USA .
07/20–25/2025 – Scientific Committee Member, Cell and Molecular Biology Practical Examinations, 36th International Biology Olympiad (IBO) 2025, Ateneo de Manila University.
07/02–04/25 – Submitting Author, First Malacological Evidence of Trematode Emergence in Masantol, Pampanga, Philippines: Baseline Survey of Freshwater Snail and Public Health Implications, 5th Philippine Society of Parasitology International Symposium and 95th General Assembly / Camp John Hay Convention Center, Baguio City
07/02–04/25 – Delegate, 5th Philippine Society of Parasitology International Symposium and 95th General Assembly / Camp John Hay Convention Center, Baguio City
07/01/25 – Participant, Pre-Conference Workshop “Training on the Use of QGIS for Spatial Parasitology”, Philippine Society of Parasitology / Saint Louis University, Baguio City
04/24/25 – Attendee, “Perspectives on the 'Dire Wolf' and Why and How We Should Talk About It,” Department of Biology, Ateneo de Manila University / Faura AVR
03/10/25 – Attendee, Regional Professorial Chair Lecture: “Agricultural Intensification and Zoonoses Emergence: Utilizing One Health Framework to Assess Management Practices in Agricultural Landscapes,” University of the Philippines Los Baños, SEARCA / Zoom
02/25/25 – Attendee, “Avian Influenza Surveillance: The Importance of One Health Approach,” Zooming In on One Health and Zoonotic Diseases Webinar Series / UPLB Zoonoses Center and Wildlife Conservation Society / Zoom
02/11/25 – Attendee, Research Seminar by the Division of Biological Science, Nara Institute of Science and Technology, Venue: Faura AVR-Ateneo de Manila University
Hisaji Maki – “Education Programs and Research Activities at the Division of Biological Science, NAIST”
Prof. Yasumasa Bessho – “Valproic Acid Induces Axial Skeleton Anomaly via Perturbation of the Somite Segmentation Clock”
Asst. Prof. Dominguez John Jewish Arellano – “From Harmony to Hostility: The Spectrum of Plant-Microbe Interactions”
NAIST Doctoral Student Short Talks (ADMU & UPD)
2024
03/23/24 – Guest Speaker, Allocate a Better Tomorrow Project “Responsible Entrepreneurship and Sustainability”, G17 University Ambassadors Consortium Philippines, Bacolor Integrated School Covered Court, Pampanga
10/18/24 – Attendee, “Microbial Communities from Forest to Martian Analogues”, Department of Biology, Ateneo de Manila University, SOM 111 (Ching Tan Room)
10/19/24 – Resource Speaker, Project Kalusugan, The Road to Rights Philippines, Sto. Rosario, Minalin, Pampanga
2022
05/16/22 – Research Panelist, STEM Capstone Research / Senior High School Department, Columban College-Barretto Campus
2021
05/17/21 – Senator, Committee on Public Health and Demography; Principal Author of “An Act Establishing the National Research Institute for Virology” / 1st E-Kamara Model Senate / National Society of Parliamentarians
03/23/21 – Guest Speaker, SDG 13: Climate Action, “Anayad: A Step to Environmental Sustainability” / Mathematics Society / Adamson University, Manila
02/05/21 – Attendee, “Updates and Current Trends in Biological Science Research” / College of Arts and Sciences Biology Society / Don Honorio Ventura State University
01/30/21 – Selected Respondent, HyperVoice COP26 Study and Survey / Asian Development Bank (ADB)
01/30/21 – Head Organizer, “VIRTUS: A Leap Towards Being a Part of the World's Changes” / United Nations SDG Webinar / College of Arts and Sciences Student Council / Don Honorio Ventura State University
2020
10/28/20 – Judge, 2020 Science Fair Short Film Competition / SMG RISE-UP / Columban College Inc.
10/24/20 – Guest Speaker, SDG 13: Climate Action, “Ready, Set, GOALS!” / APTAS / Angeles City Science High School
08/29/20 – Guest Speaker, “Back to School! Back? To? School?” (Part 2: A Learner’s Perspective of the New Classroom) / LinkED PH / BATA.PH
2019
11/13/19 – Philippine Delegate, World Health Organization Council “Addressing the Access Gap in the Commercialization of Medical Technologies” / Asia World Model United Nations III / Bali, Indonesia
09/01/19 – Participant, Leadership Training “Youthnited We Stand; Divided We Age and Fall” / University Student Council / Don Honorio Ventura State University
01/25/19 – Attendee, “Disaster Risk Reduction Process: A Gender Perspective” / Don Honorio Ventura State University
2018
07/25/18 – Participant, Leadership and Personality Development Seminar “Wildcats! Unleash the Leader in You” / University Student Council / Don Honorio Ventura State University
2017
11/20/17 – Participant, 3rd National Youth Environmental Summit: Greenhouse, Composting, and Solar Energy Workshops / Alliance for Green Philippines / Teachers Camp, Baguio City
01/24/17 – Participant, Annual Education Students Assembly “Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers” / Council of Deans for the Colleges of Education / University of the Assumption, San Fernando, Pampanga
Member, Philippine Society of Parasitology
Member, The Ten Oustanding Students of the Philippines Region 3, Alumni Community of Heroes (TOSP-R3ACH)
07/14/25–07/31/25 – Member, Accreditation Task for Area 3 – Curriculum and Instruction, B.S. Environmental Science Program, Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP) / Don Honorio Ventura State University.
10/19/23–12/06/24 – Chair, Accreditation Task for Area 4 – Support to Students, B.S. Biology Program, Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP) / Don Honorio Ventura State University.
07/31/24 – Founding Chair, Gawad Honorian, Don Honorio Ventura State University.
06/01/19 - 09/30/21- Governor, College of Arts and Sciences Student Council-Don Honorio Ventura State University
03/01/19 - 09/30/21-Head Student Advocate, College of Arts and Sciences Gender and Development Unit, Gender Focal Point System, Don Honorio Ventura State University
05/01/20 - 01/31/21-Chairperson, University Student Commission on Election
07/01/18 - 04/30/19-P.I.O., DHVSU Biology Society
06/01/17 - 03/31/18- President, Columban College Science Federation
06/01/17 - 03/31/18-Executive President, Science, Mathematics and Grade School, Research-Inclined Student Educators in Uplifting the Philippines
1. Geographic Information System-Based Modeling and Field Validation of Sea Level Rise Impacts on Mangrove Density in Batang Dos and the Sasmuan Bangkung Malapad Critical Habitat and Ecotourism Area (2014–2029)
Advisees: Fernandez, Adriano F.; Malonzo, Rea A.; Mora, Leanard Anthony B.; Paguia, Kurt Adrianne C.; Sapelino, Maxine R.; Zapata, Lian M.
Oral Presentation: Passed with Commendation
Date of Defense: June 3, 2025
Remarks: Completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of B.S. Environmental Science.
2. Diversity, Status, and Threats of Mangrove Species in Bangkung Malapad Critical Habitat and Ecotourism Area
Advisees: Maeann Lichelle S. Cabuso, Jay Vhon V. Calma, Patricia Nicole S. Kabiling, Reigne Danielle R. Lagman, Jazlyn R. Urbano, Vennus O. Valencia
Oral Presentation: Best Thesis
Date of Defense: June 5, 2024
Remarks: Completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of B.S. Environmental Science.
3. Detection of Lead and Mercury and Assessment of Community Awareness towards Heavy Metal Contamination in Barangay Sapa San Vicente Creek, Santo Tomas, Pampanga
Advisees: Cyrene Dale D. Gomez, Donita Joy C. Francisco, Fhatima Jessa T. Simeon, Mark Anthony G. Carreon, Ralph Lawrence D. Suba, Xavier Daniel A. Cabiltes
Oral Presentation: Passed
Date of Defense: June 7, 2023
Remarks: Completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of B.S. Environmental Science.
4. Comparative Analysis of Commercially and Experimentally Produced Vermicompost and Its Effect on the Soil and Vigna radiata (Mung Bean)
Advisees: Jerico G. Canlas, Limuel A. Donos, Joana Marie D. Ferriol, Artchie M. Pamposa, Ma. Kristelle S. Undan, Christian Stephen C. Valenzuela
Oral Presentation: Passed
Date of Defense: June 7, 2023
Remarks: Completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of B.S. Environmental Science.
THESIS PANEL CHAIR
Title: Araceous Species Characterization, Diversity, Environmental Factors, Ecological Adaptation, & Raphide Morphoanalysis in Mount Arayat Protected Landscape, Pampanga, Philippines
Authors: Camille G. Morales, John Lerie M. Perez, Mariel M. Pineda, Chezka Camille B. Pingol, Hazel P. Tolentino, Cathrina V. Velasco
Program: Bachelor of Science in Biology
Oral Presentation: Best Thesis Passed with Commendation
Date of Defense: May 30, 2025
Remarks: Completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree
Title: Investigating the Presence of Microplastic Contamination in the Gastrointestinal Tract of Labeo rohita in the Upstream River System of Arayat, Pampanga, Philippines
Authors: Khiro Ymil C. Capili, Jhonn Rique S. Changcoco, Mark Justine E. Cordova, Jemaica F. Crisostomo, Shaira Rose M. Tuangco
Program: Bachelor of Science in Biology
Oral Presentation: Passed
Date of Defense: May 29, 2025
Remarks: Completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree
Title: E-Waste Recycling and Occupational Practices and its Link to the Micronucleation of Buccal Epithelial Cells of Selected Junk Shop Workers in Pampanga
Authors: Luigi B. Enriquez, Marienel M. Garcia, Kyla L. Macapagal, Karyl Mia C. Manansala, Laurence Jam P. Sagun
Program: Bachelor of Science in Biology
Oral Presentation: Passed
Date of Defense: May 30, 2025
Remarks: Completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree
Title: A Systematic Review of Indigenous Land and Water Management Practices of the Aeta in the Philippines and Their Role in Environmental Sustainability
Authors: Christine Joy B. Arbuis, Rosalie L. Argayoso, Jayvee M. David, Elaiza M. Manlapaz, Aira Stephen B. Solidum
Program: Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
Oral Presentation: Passed
Date of Defense: June 3, 2025
Remarks: Completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree
THESIS PANEL MEMBER
Title: Morphological and Biochemical Characterization of Putative Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) and its Final CFU in Fermented Catfish in Selected Municipalities in the Province of Pampanga
Authors: Hurual-ain H. Abdulatip, Christian Niño L. Figueroa, Gaea Thea L. Gueco, Jhudiel Catherine S. Juco, Theresa Mae L. Lacno, Kenji F. Lanozo
Program: Bachelor of Science in Biology
Oral Presentation: Passed
Date of Defense: May 30, 2025
Remarks: Completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree
Title: Wound-Healing Effect of Aratilis (Muntingia calabura L.) Fruit Ethanolic Gel Extract on Male Wistar Rats
Authors: Eloisa V. Panlaqui, Erin Margaret D. Peña, Jan Gabriel P. Sebastien, Carren M. Viray, Jasmine G. Yambao
Program: Bachelor of Science in Biology
Oral Presentation: Passed
Date of Defense: June 2, 2025
Remarks: Completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree
Title: Investigating Linkages between Dike Conditions and Downstream River Water Quality of Selected Sites at Sitio Delta, Consuelo, Macabebe, Pampanga
Authors: Francene Bernadette C. Arante, Mary Anne M. Canlas, Cyrelle Joyce G. Miclat, Mary Collene C. Poblete
Program: Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
Oral Presentation: Passed with revisions
Date of Defense: June 2, 2025
Remarks: Completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree