MSU - Department of Social Work’s Graduate Program

06/05/2026

𝐀 𝐍 𝐍 𝐎 𝐔 𝐍 𝐂 𝐄 𝐌 𝐄 𝐍 𝐓 | 𝐈𝐍𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐑𝐔𝐌 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔: 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤

The Social Work Department of Mindanao State University - Marawi City is pleased to announce the upcoming Graduate Research Seminar of the Master of Science in Social Work students entitled:

𝐈𝐍𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐑𝐔𝐌 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔: 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤

The term 𝘐𝘕𝘘𝘜𝘐𝘙𝘜𝘔 is a scholarly fusion of the words 𝘪𝘯𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘳𝘦 and 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘶𝘮 - where inquire signifies the process of seeking knowledge and conducting investigation, while colloquium refers to an academic forum for presentation and scholarly discussion.

This seminar serves as an academic platform for graduate students to present their research outputs and engage in meaningful scholarly discourse with invited experts in the field of social work.

The event will feature 𝘴𝘪𝘹 (6) 𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘶𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 and will be critically engaged by 𝘴𝘪𝘹 (6) 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴.

📅 Date: 𝘔𝘢𝘺 8, 2026 (𝘍𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘺)
🕜 Time: 1:30 PM
💻 Venue: 𝘡𝘰𝘰𝘮 𝘛𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨

Interested participants may join the session through the QR code.

🖼️ Pubmat by: 𝘔𝘴. 𝘏𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘎𝘢𝘺 𝘗. 𝘗𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘴

We encourage everyone interested in social work research and practice to attend and participate in this academic activity.

𝙎𝙚𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪!

10/02/2026

📣 CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS | CPD-Training 📣

The The Social Work Department of Mindanao State University - Marawi City, in partnership with the Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc. (PASWI) – Iligan City Chapter Paswi Iligan, is pleased to invite medical social workers and allied health social workers to a two-day capacity training entitled:

"Building the Capacity of Medical Social Workers on Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI)"

📅 March 28–29, 2026 (8:00am to 5:00am)
📍 Tebow CURE Children's Hospital , JP Laurel corner Banawe Street,
Brgy. Aquino, Davao City, Davao del Sur

This training aims to strengthen the knowledge and practical skills of medical social workers in advancing gender equality, disability inclusion, and social inclusion within hospital and community settings. Participants will gain context-specific tools and strategies to enhance inclusive and rights-based social work practice.

✨ Resource Speaker:
Ms. Amelyn L. Laro, an experienced social work practitioner and advocate for GEDSI and gender mainstreaming.

📘 Training Modules Include:
• Understanding Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion
• Intersectionality of Disability and Gender
• Applying GEDSI in the Workplace

💰 Registration Fee: PHP 3,500.00
(Includes training materials, certificates, handouts, snacks, and lunch for both days)

✨ CPD ACCREDITED:
✅ 11.5 Approved CPD Units

👥 Slots are limited to 60 participants only!
📌 Medical social workers and social workers from allied healthcare facilities are welcome to join.

📄 Registration details: Click the link below or scan the QR code to register.
-----> https://forms.gle/MdeTQK2XSVw4CrVk8
DEADLINE OF REGISTRATION: MARCH 20, 2026
📩 For those requesting invitation letters, please send me a message.

Let’s work together in building inclusive, equitable, and responsive healthcare systems. 💙

01/07/2025

𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭: 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐒𝐖/𝐌𝐒𝐒𝐖 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐀.𝐘. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Good day everyone! 🫶

Greetings from the 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤!

We are pleased to officially announce that applications are now open for the 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 (𝐌𝐒𝐖) 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 (𝐌𝐒𝐒𝐖) 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

Please take note of the following application procedures:

Online Submission via Google Form and Email
All applicants must complete the Pre-Registration Form and submit the required documents via email to the designated address.

https://forms.gle/JqSi61x2P7rrfHM17

𝟭. 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴

Once your documents are reviewed and you are found eligible, you will be notified of a specific schedule to personally visit the Department of Social Work. During this visit, please bring hard copies of your documents for verification and participate in the admission interview.

𝟐. 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦

Qualified applicants will be issued an official Admission Form, which is required to process your application at the University Admission Office.

𝟯. 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

After processing your admission, you will proceed with self-enrollment following the university’s procedures.

To access the prospectus and other relevant forms, kindly visit:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1qX7mhLGiSJhKWr7ppGT3EhUNqiAbUz-5?usp=sharing

𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

1. Must be a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Social Work.

2. Must be a Registered Social Worker (RSW).

3. Must have at least two (2) years of relevant experience in the field of social work.

Should you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out. We look forward to welcoming you to the MSW/MSSW program!

Thank you and best of luck on your application!

04/02/2025

Good day, MSSW/MSW Graduands!

We are pleased to announce that the College Tribute and Hooding Program for CPA graduands is scheduled for February 18, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the MSU International Convention Center.

Please ensure your P2,000.00 contribution is settled on or before February 10, 2025. Payments can be made to Ms. Joan Christie Legaspi at the CPA Administrative Staff Office.

Your contribution covers the following:

-Meals (for the graduand and one parent)
-Medal
-Certificate with holder/frame
-Graduand's souvenir item
-Program and invitation
-Venue fee, audiovisual setup, maintenance, and staff meals
-Meals for guests, faculty, staff, usherettes, and technical personnel
-GS token and plaque
-Photo booth
-Parent’s garland
-Hall decorations (arranged through a service provider)
-Other miscellaneous expenses

Attendance is compulsory for all MSSW/MSW graduates. We look forward to celebrating this momentous occasion with you!

Advance congratulations!

30/11/2024

10/10/2024

Announcement 📣 ‼️‼️‼️

Attention MSW/MSSW Graduate Students,

Please be informed about the upcoming face-to-face exams, defenses, and university visits.

Note : For any clarification regarding the application requirements for the Comprehensive Exam and Defense, please reach out to Prof. Jeffrey Razonabe at [email protected]

Please be guided ☺️

06/10/2024

𝑨 𝑻 𝑻 𝑬 𝑵 𝑻 𝑰 𝑶 𝑵 | 𝑨 𝒄𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒔𝒖𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑪𝑷𝑨 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒖𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑫𝒓. 𝑬𝒅𝒏𝒂 𝑻. 𝑻𝒖𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒂𝒏'𝒔 𝒃𝒊𝒅 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒅𝒆𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑

For more than 𝟑𝟎 years, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐄𝐝𝐧𝐚 𝐓. 𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧 has exemplified commitment, excellence and forward-thinking leadership in every role she has taken. As a proud graduate of the College of Public Affairs, where she earned her degree in Social Work with honors as Cum Laude, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧 has always believed in the power of education and service. Se expanded her knowledge and skills by completing her Master's in Teaching Social Work through a consortium with the prestigious Catholic University of America and earned her Doctorate in Sustainable Development Studies at MSU-IIT, further solidifying her expertise in both social work and development.

𝐃𝐫. 𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧 has balanced a life filled with purpose and responsibility. She is not only an accomplished professional but also a loving wife, selfless mother, and a friend who is deeply trusted by those around her. Within the university, she has held numerous leadership positions, including Department Chair and Assistant Dean, where her passion for shaping the future of the College of Public Affairs has consistently shone through. Throughout her career, she has remained a committed educator, inspiring students and colleagues with her dedication and deep understanding of the field.

Now, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧 stands at the threshold of taking her leadership to the next level. 𝑯𝒆𝒓 𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝑷𝒖𝒃𝒍𝒊𝒄 𝑨𝒇𝒇𝒂𝒊𝒓𝒔 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒐𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒔 𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏—𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒔𝒆𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒏𝒆𝒘, 𝒃𝒐𝒍𝒅 𝒅𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔. She is more than prepared to lead the college as its 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐧, where she aims to build a future that is stronger, more inclusive, and truly reflective of the values of public service.

For the first in the college's history, we have the chance to see the Department of Social Work take the lead. 𝑳𝒆𝒕’𝒔 𝒓𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚 𝒃𝒆𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒅 𝑫𝒓. 𝑻𝒖𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒂𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒗𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑.

This is our opportunity to unite, to support a leader who will guide the College of Public Affairs towards greater heights! 𝑫𝒓. 𝑬𝒅𝒏𝒂 𝑻. 𝑻𝒖𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒂𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑫𝒆𝒂𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝑷𝒖𝒃𝒍𝒊𝒄 𝑨𝒇𝒇𝒂𝒊𝒓𝒔!

21/08/2024

𝓛𝓸𝓸𝓴 : 𝓕𝓪𝓬𝓾𝓵𝓽𝔂 𝓕𝓸𝓻𝓬𝓮 𝓸𝓯 𝓢𝓸𝓬𝓲𝓪𝓵 𝓦𝓸𝓻𝓴 𝓖𝓻𝓪𝓭𝓾𝓪𝓽𝓮 𝓢𝓽𝓾𝓭𝓲𝓮𝓼 𝓐.𝓨: 2024-2025 📣📣📣

Get to know the dedicated educators guiding your journey. Meet the Faculty Force of the Department of Social Work Graduate Studies for A.Y. 2024-2025 ♥️

21/08/2024

**Announcement** 📣 📣📣

To all MSSW/MSW Graduate Students,

Please be informed that the online orientation for the First Semester of S.Y. 2024-2025 will be held on August 24, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

During this orientation, we will discuss important topics including the thesis, capstone projects, the Comprehensive Exam, and the election of officers.

**Attendance is a must.**

Thank you.