Tagoloan Community College

𝐓𝐂𝐂 𝐂𝐀𝐒 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐨𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐀. 𝐄𝐦𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐔𝐒𝐉-𝐑

Tagoloan Community College College of Arts and Sciences faculty member Diopren A. Emlano successfully defended his Master of Arts in Philosophy thesis at the University of San Jose–Recoletos (USJ-R) School of Arts and Sciences in Cebu City on July 20.

Prof. Emlano presented his research titled, “Meaning in Absurdity and Meaninglessness of Persons with Substance Use Disorder: An Albert Camus-Inspired Approach to Safeguarding Mental Health,” which examined how the philosophy of Albert Camus can provide a framework for understanding meaning and promoting mental well-being among persons with substance use disorder.

The study highlighted the relevance of existential philosophy in addressing contemporary mental health concerns, emphasizing the importance of finding meaning amid life’s challenges and uncertainties.

His final defense was evaluated by a panel composed of Prof. de Vivar, Dr. Dayap, and Rev. Fr. Alipin, OAR. The research was conducted under the guidance of Prof. G. Gulay, with Dean Dr. L. Munalim serving as chairperson during the defense.

His achievement also underscores TCC’s continued support for faculty advancement through graduate education and research.

The entire TCC community extends its congratulations to Emlano on this accomplishment and looks forward to the valuable contributions his research will bring to the fields of philosophy, mental health, and community development.