Southwestern College of Maritime, Business and Technology Inc. (SCMBT) explored potential career opportunities for its Diploma in Ship Maintenance and Repair (DSMR) students during a visit to MTM Crew Management Philippines.

In an empowering effort to promote health literacy and foster a compassionate campus culture, Southwestern College of Maritime Business and Technology (SCMBT) Senior High School hosted an HIV Awareness Seminar, September 23.

Southwestern College of Maritime, Business and Technology Inc. (SCMBT), in collaboration with the Oriental Mindoro Industrial Peace Advocates (OMIPA) and the National Conciliation and Mediation Board (NCMB) Regional Office, conducted a 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 aimed at promoting environmental protection, community involvement, and sustainable coastal development, September 21.

Norben Abog Sagun Jr., our Foreign Language (Spanish) Instructor, presented at the IV Congreso de Español como Lengua Extranjera en Asia-Pacífico (CELEAP) held on 18-20 September 2026 at the University Sains Malaysia (USM) in Penang, Malaysia.

Focused on strengthening teaching practices and creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment, Senior High School (SHS) Department of Southwestern College of Maritime, Business and Technology Inc. (SCMBT) conducted its In-Service Training (INSET) held at SCMBT Main Bldg. September 17.

Bitbit ang kumpiyansa sa pagtatanghal ng tradisyonal at modernong kasuotan, ipinamalas ng mga kalahok ng 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗶 𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗖𝗠𝗕𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 ang iba’t ibang mukha ng kulturang Pilipino. Mula sa tindig hanggang sa kilos ng isang tunay na Binibini at Ginoo, pinatunayan nilang sa kabila ng pagkakaiba-iba ng mga tradisyon at pagkakakilanlan, nagtatagpo pa rin ang mga ito sa iisang layunin-ang pagpapahalaga at pagtataguyod sa ating kultura.

Ibinida ng mga mag-aaral mula sa iba’t ibang programa sa kolehiyo ng SCMBT ang kanilang husay at pagkamalikhain sa pamamagitan ng pagtatanghal ng mga natatanging pagkaing kumakatawan sa iba’t ibang lalawigan sa Pilipinas bilang bahagi ng pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wika 2026.

CALAPAN CITY, ORIENTAL MINDORO — Executives from Intership Crew Philippines conducted a two-day institutional visit to the Southwestern College of Maritime, Business and Technology Inc. (SCMBT) on August 26–27, 2026. The visit focused on inspecting campus facilities and reviewing academic programs to open international career pathways for Onboard Training Maritime and Hospitality students.

What a phenomenal two-day milestone celebration! 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲, 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆, 𝗜𝗻𝗰. (𝗦𝗖𝗠𝗕𝗧) proudly joined forces with TESDA for their explosive 𝟯𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆—and we brought our absolute best to the spotlight!

The monitoring was led by 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘁. 𝗥𝗲𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗗. 𝗢𝗽𝗲ñ𝗮, 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟮/𝗠 𝗝𝗵𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗘𝗝. 𝗠𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗻, 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗕𝗧 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿

Southwestern College of Maritime, Business and Technology Inc. participated in the 𝗧𝘄𝗼-𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 on the Implementation of the Revised Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF) Level Descriptors, organized by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) for Maritime Higher Education Institutions (MHEIs).

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | Highlighting the rich cultures, traditions, and identities of the countries that make up the ASEAN community, SCMBT proudly joined the celebration of ASEAN Month with the theme “𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿,”.

Event 7 of SY '26 - '27: Aug. 29, 2026

More than a competition, Lakan at Lakambini ng SCMBT was a meaningful celebration of our Filipino identity, where our candidates showcased their talent, wit, confidence, grace, and appreciation for the rich culture and traditions of the Philippines. With every performance, question, and presentation, our candidates proudly represented the beauty of being a Filipino and reminded us that true beauty goes beyond appearance.it is found in character, knowledge, confidence, and love for our culture.

Event 6 of SY '26 - '27: Aug. 28, 2026

Food Festival: Piyestang Pinoys

As part of our Linggo ng Wika Celebration 2026, the Food Festival: Piyestang Pinoy brought the rich flavors, vibrant traditions, and colorful heritage of the Philippines to life through an unforgettable culinary experience amd set up.

Aug. 28, 2016, the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management celebrated Linggo ng Wika 2026 with activities prepares, for the students. The success of the celebration would not have been possible without the dedication, creativity, and hard work of the BSHM 4th Year, BSTM 4th Year, and DHTM 3rd Year students under the class of Mr. Jonar Jake Cantos, as part of their subject, Introduction to M.I.C.E. From planning and preparation to the actual execution of the activities, our students poured their time, effort, talents, and teamwork into making this celebration a memorable and meaningful one.

Event 5 of SY '26 - '27: Aug. 14, 2026

The SCMBT 2026 ASEAN Month Celebration, organized by the College of Maritime Department, in joint collaboration with our department, the College of Hospitality and Tourism, brought together students in a meaningful celebration of ASEAN spirit and camaraderie. Our BS Tourism Management and BS Hospitality Management students proudly showcased their knowledge, creativity, confidence, and talent across the different activities.

Event 3 of SY '26 - 27: July 6, 206

The BSHM 4th Year and BSTM 3rd Year students actively participated in an enriching orientation held at Gabaldon Hall, Oriental Mindoro National High School (OMNHS), featuring representatives from the Spanish Embassy in Manila and Instituto Cervantes de Manila.

Event 2 of SY '26 - '27: July 3, 2026

As we celebrated Nutrition Month last July, the BSHM, BSTM and DHTM departments had an activity that highlighted the importance of making healthy choices, not only for our well-being today, but also for the future we are building. And to emphasize the beginning of Nutrition Month to the HM, TM and DHTM students, one of the SCMBT College Sports Coordinators, Mr. Orly Romiral, led an insightful talk on the importance of proper nutrition, a balanced diet, and regular exercise.

Event 4 of SY '26 - '27: July 3, 2026

A productive and insightful day as our BSHM and BSTM students were introduced to the laboratory environment, safety protocols, proper equipment handling, and the essential practices needed for hands-on learning for HM, TM and DHTM students conducted by Ms. Olive Lastimosa, SHS and DHTM teacher.

Event 1 of SY '26 - '27: Jul. 3, 2026

The 1st General Meeting of the BSHM, BSTM, and DHTM students was successfully held at the SCMBT Annex, marking the beginning of another exciting academic year in the Department of Hospitality and Tourism.

BSHM and DHTM students are currently undergoing their OJT 1 – Restaurant Practicum, where classroom learning meets hands-on industry experience in the field of hospitality and service. A heartfelt thanks to our valued training partners, Plato Restaurant, Bungkos Restaurant, Ten 2 One Bar, and Filipiniana Hotel, for generously opening their doors and providing meaningful training opportunities to my students.

"Compass of Excellence: Navigating the Futures of Maritime, Tourism, Hospitality, and Entrepreneurship". A moment of pride and achievement was celebrated as the BSHM and BSTM 4th Year students of SCMBT held their Graduation Ceremony last May 6, 2026 at Café Angela, San Antonio, Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro.

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | Winners and top-performing student-athletes proudly receive their medals, trophies, and certificates during the 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆, celebrating their hard work, sportsmanship, talent, and dedication throughout the competition.

Held in September 2026, the event brings together competing student teams—the Tubbataha Titans, Apo Reef Guardians, Verde Island Orcas, and Harka Piloto Vanguards—in spirit-filled competitions. Highlights include a vibrant grand parade inspired by marine conservation, multi-sport tournaments (such as volleyball, badminton, table tennis, and board games), dancesports, and the search for Mr. and Ms. Marinolympics 2026.

After waves of competition and a fierce race for the crown, the tide finally turned. One by one, the ranks were revealed until the final names were called, crowning the contenders who rose above the rest and made their mark in Marinolympics 2026.

𝐌𝐫. 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐬. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐6

Get ready for the thrilling quest for 𝗠𝗿. 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝘀. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 of the Senior High School Department! Join us on 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟰 𝗮𝘁 𝟵:𝟬𝟬 𝗔𝗠 at the SCMBT Annex Building, Salong, Calapan City.

𝗕𝗨𝗪𝗔𝗡 𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗞𝗔 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 I Sa panahong halos isang pindot na lamang ang pagitan ng tao at impormasyon, patuloy na pinatutunayan ng Wikang Filipino ang kahalagahan nito sa pagkatuto at pananaliksik. Ito ang naging sentro ng pagdiriwang ng 𝗕𝘂𝘄𝗮𝗻 𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗶𝗸𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 sa pamamagitan ng gawaing pangklasrum sa ilalim ng temang “𝗪𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗜: 𝗞𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗸𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗸𝘀𝗶𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝘀𝗮 𝗬𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻,” Agosto 26-28.

𝗡𝗨𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 I In line with the nationwide celebration of Nutrition Month, Southwesternians participated in a week-long classroom celebration embracing this year's theme,"𝙉𝙪𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙮𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙩 𝙆𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙖𝙨𝙖𝙣, 𝘼𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙖𝙣!"

Leadership begins with a heart that is ready to serve. We proudly introduce the newly elected officers of the 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹, who are committed to representing the student body with integrity, responsibility, and excellence.

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 I As part of the Opening Block Activity, Grade 11 and Grade 12 students participated in the 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆 held at SCMBT Annex Building Covered Court, June 18.

The event aimed to strengthen camaraderie among students, boost their confidence, and encourage active participation in school organizations and leadership programs. It also provided an opportunity for learners to interact with their peers and teachers in a fun and meaningful environment.

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 I Senior High School (SHS) students gathered for a Health, Safety, and Well-Being Program, a full-day activity aimed at preparing students for a safe, healthy, and productive academic year held at SCMBT Annex Covered Court.

Accompanied by Sir Zaldy D. Andal, SHS-OIC Principal, Major Jonny V. Magluyan, Discipline Officer and Sir Bern E. Alvis, the students embarked on a five-day maritime journey from December 9 to 13, navigating the route from Manila to Cebu, then to Ozamis to Butuan, and back to Manila.

Fifty Grade 12 Maritime students from Southwestern College of Maritime, Business, and Technology Inc. (SCMBT) recently completed a valuable work experience program aboard the MV 𝗠𝗩 𝟮𝗚𝗢 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗹𝗮. The program, led by School Principal Mr.𝗭𝗮𝗹𝗱𝘆 𝗗. 𝗔𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗹 and accompanied by 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻𝗻𝘆 𝗩. 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝗹𝘂𝘆𝗮𝗻.

𝐁𝐨𝐧 𝐕𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐂𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐬!

SCMBT's Grade 12 TVL-Maritime students are onboard the ship 2GO Travel in fulfilment of their work immersion requirements. They are set to travel from port of Manila to Coron and vice versa. This is made done in collaboration of Southwestern Maritime Business and Technology and 2GO Travel!

We proudly commend our students Miruna Mataverde and Cedrick Ivan Rey for representing Southwestern College of Maritime Business and Technology at the 31st National Seafarers’ Day celebrations.

Miruna Mataverde — Boses ng Marino: Karaoke Challenge – Maritime Students Category

Cedrick Ivan Rey — 19th National Oratorical Contest

Guhit Maritima: Traditional Poster Making Contest, organized by MARINA Regional Office IV in celebration of National Maritime Week 2026.

Southwestern College of Maritime, Business and Technology Inc. (SCMBT) conducted an 𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦 on 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟗, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, as part of its continuing efforts to promote health awareness and responsible health practices among its students.

Southwestern College of Maritime, Business and Technology Inc. (SCMBT) hosted a 𝐕𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 program conducted by the 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 (𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂) on 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, at the 𝐒𝐂𝐌𝐁𝐓 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐱 𝐂𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭.

GIVE BLOOD. GIVE HOPE. SAVE LIVES

Oriental Mindoro Blood Council led the Blood Letting Activity at Southwestern College of Maritime, Business, and Technology on September 12, 2026.

“Plant today, protect tomorrow.”

SCMBT students, together with the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO), came together for a meaningful Tree Planting Drive 2026 at Mahal na Pangalan on August 27, 2026, turning small acts of planting into a lasting commitment to our environment.

Anchored in Success: SOUTH ANCHOR Secures 2nd Runner-Up at the Inter-School Battle of the Bands!

The Southwestern College of Maritime, Business and Technology community extends its heartfelt congratulations to our official school band, SOUTH ANCHOR, for securing the 2nd Runner-Up spot in the Inter-School Battle of the Bands!

What an incredible and action-packed Day 1 at the Leadership Training organized by the Office of Student Affairs and Services!

Our student leaders kicked off the event with immense energy, diving into engaging team-building exercises, dynamic group discussions, and interactive activities designed to hone their teamwork, decision-making, and communication skills.

In celebration of this year’s theme, "Musika at Himig Natin: Tradisyon, Industriya, at Bagong Tinig," our institution proudly announces the official winners of the recently concluded Singing and Oratorical Competitions.

The Southwestern College of Maritime, Business and Technology Inc. extends its sincere appreciation to every student who exercised their right to vote and contributed to a peaceful, orderly, and meaningful electoral process. Your participation reflects the values of responsible citizenship, integrity, and student leadership.

The institution successfully conducted the 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 on 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟖–𝟗, 𝟏𝟓, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟏𝟗, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔. The activity served as an important avenue to familiarize students and parents with the school's policies, programs, services, and academic expectations for the upcoming school year.

A formal 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗺 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗠𝗢𝗔) 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 was held between the 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞, 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐜. (𝐒𝐂𝐌𝐁𝐓) and 𝐏𝐃𝐄𝐀 𝐌𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐀. This landmark collaboration was spearheaded by our CEO and President, 𝘼𝙩𝙩𝙮. 𝘼𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙤 𝙎. 𝙁𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙯, and the Officer-in-Charge of PDEA, 𝑰𝑨𝑽 𝑰𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒏 𝑱𝒐𝒉𝒏 𝑹. 𝑪𝒐𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒔.

We marked a significant milestone in our commitment to student welfare and holistic development! 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞, 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐜. officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐮𝐠 𝐄𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 (𝐏𝐍𝐏 𝐃𝐄𝐆).

The institution formally participated in the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 (𝐒𝐀𝐒) 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 held on 𝟐𝟖 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 at 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲. Organized by the 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 (𝐏𝐀𝐏𝐒𝐀𝐒 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐕) in partnership with the 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐕, the event brought together SAS practitioners across the region to strengthen initiatives on student welfare and legal awareness.