UM Research and Innovation Center - RIC

| 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝟴𝟬-𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗨𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗔 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

One of the most anticipated highlights of LUMINA 2026 is here! Witness brilliant minds transform years of research into compelling three-minute presentations that challenge participants to communicate their work with clarity, confidence, and impact.

This year, the Institute-based 𝟭𝟴𝟬-𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 Competition will be held simultaneously on:

🗓️ June 30, 2026 (Tuesday)
🕚 11:00 AM

📍 Institute of Economy and Enterprise (IEE)
AVR 4

📍 Institute of Social Welfare and Human Development (ISWHD)
AVR 2

Join us as our talented 180STC speakers take the stage to showcase innovative research, inspire new ideas, and demonstrate the power of communicating complex research in just 180 seconds.

Let's fill the venues with energy and encouragement! Show your support for our 180STC speakers and witness a showcase of excellence in research communication.

🎓 See you this Monday at LUMINA 2026!

| 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆!

Every once in a while, the emails, reports, meetings, and paperwork can take a back seat. Today was all about laughter, friendly competition, and making memories with fellow UMAEA family! 🎉💙

The Research and Innovation Team had an amazing time joining the 29th UMAEA Fun Day, proving that while they work hard behind the scenes, they also know how to celebrate, connect, and simply enjoy the moment. Here's to taking a well-deserved break and coming back refreshed for the tasks ahead!

| 𝗦𝗲𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗻 𝟱 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀!

The countdown continues! In just 5 days, researchers, educators, students, industry experts, policymakers, and development practitioners will converge for LUMINA 2026: Joint Research Conference on Economy, Enterprise, Social Welfare, and Human Development.

Join us as we explore innovative ideas, share groundbreaking research, and engage in meaningful discussions centered on this year's theme:

"Navigating Contemporary Challenges: Strengthening Social Welfare, Economic Sustainability, and Human Development toward the 2030 Agenda."

Prepare to be inspired by distinguished speakers, insightful research presentations, and collaborative opportunities that will help shape solutions for a more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable future.

📅 June 30, 2026
📍 University of Mindanao, Davao City, Philippines

The future is illuminated through research, innovation, and collaboration.

✨ See you in 5 days at LUMINA 2026!