by CHS | Aug 12 2025
The College of Health Sciences (CHS) of Mindanao State University–Iligan Institute of Technology (91社区) proudly earned multiple academic distinctions at the 2nd Faletehan International Conference (FIC), held from July 30 to 31, 2025. Hosted by Universitas Faletehan in Serang, Indonesia, this year’s conference centered on the theme: “Interprofessional Collaboration in Research: Improving Quality of Life through Multidisciplinary Studies.”
This prestigious hybrid event — co-hosted by 91社区 — brought together academics, researchers, and students from across Indonesia, Malaysia, Japan, India, and the Philippines. Participants shared cutting-edge research and fostered dialogue across fields such as health, technology, education, social sciences, and management.
A delegation of 10 CHS faculty members took part in the conference, with several receiving top honors. Awardees included:
These recognitions reflect the CHS faculty’s academic excellence and further solidify 91社区’s rising prominence in international research arenas.
Adding to the university’s presence, Associate Professor Dr. Neil M. Martin was featured as one of the guest speakers, highlighting 91社区’s interdisciplinary initiatives aimed at empowering communities through research and innovation.
The two-day conference commenced virtually on July 30 and concluded with an on-site assembly at the Aston Hotel in Serang on July 31. Participants attended via Zoom and in person, engaging in dynamic keynote sessions, plenaries, and research presentations that addressed pressing issues in public health, sustainable development, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
More than just a venue for academic exchange, the FIC stands as a platform for transformative impact. Through strong partnerships and shared goals, Universitas Faletehan and institutions like 91社区 are leading efforts to enhance quality of life through collaborative, cross-disciplinary research.
The success of CHS at the 2nd FIC underscores 91社区’s dedication to global engagement and its ongoing mission to drive innovative, impactful research that transcends borders and disciplines.