CMAS - COLLEGE OF MATHEMATICS, ARTS AND SCIENCES

Overview

Welcome to the Institute of Mathematics, Arts and Sciences (IMAS)

The Institute of Mathematics, Arts and Sciences (IMAS) is a dynamic academic hub where scientific discovery, mathematical precision, and environmental awareness meet the enriching power of the arts and humanities.

Our institute proudly ofers Bachelor of Science in Biology, Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, and Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science—programs designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to thrive in today’s complex and ever-changing world.

Beyond our degree programs, IMAS also houses dedicated faculty members who handle essential general education subjects, providing foundational learning across disciplines and contributing to the holistic development of every student.

This webpage serves as your portal to explore our academic offerings, meet our passionate faculty, stay updated on student and research initiatives, and engage with a community that champions both scientific excellence and artistic expression.

Whether you're a prospective student, researcher, or visitor, we invite you to discover how IMAS nurtures intellectual curiosity, innovation, and lifelong learning.

IMAS Personnel

THE INSTITUTE OF MATHEMATICS, ARTS AND SCIENCES

Enter into the world of discovery, ecosystems, life, and logic!

Get to know the brilliant minds behind the Institute of Mathematics, Arts and Sciences who will light up your journey as you take a big step in achieving your dreams. Our educators' expertise in their different fields will make your learning experience meaningful and unforgettable.

At IMAS, we don't just deliver lessons, we design meaningful experiences that awaken your passion and lead you closer to the future you envision.

Goals and Objective

Institute Objectives

Goal 1 . To provide quality curricular and co-curricular programs and service courses in the arts , humanities, mathematics, and sciences

Objective 1. New/revised program changes successfully envisioned

Objective 2. Adequate resources available for program improvements

Goal 2 . To hone students who are skilled, globally competent, culturally sensitive, socially responsible and humanistic professionals.

Objective 1. Faculty utilize their expertise to prepare students for professional practice.

Objective 2. Lecture/assessment that reflects multiple learning styles.

Goal 3 . To contribute the body of knowledge through innovative research, publication and extension activities that are responsive to the needs of the stakeholders

Research

Research Outputs Published in Journals

(Scopus)

Internally/Externally Funded Project /Master thesis/Dissertation

Title of Paper

Author(s)

Journal Title

Date Published

Solution focused thinking and resilience: mediating effect of depression, anxiety and stress among young adults in Davao del sur, Philippines”

Jeric Anthony S. Arnado,PhD

Sheena Grace Enfesta

Sherill Mae Joy Blanco

Leojane C. Torres, Jovelle Bandaan

Sapienza: International Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies

May 7, 2025

Development of Remediation Materials: A tool to Enhance Reading Proficiency of learners

Lilian Guia Burgos, Ana Marie J. Matalines

Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal202537(7)664-673

Manuscript Accepted: 05-13-2024

Research Outputs Presented in Conferences

Title of Paper	Name of Researcher(s)	Research Fora/Conferences	Date	Type
Development of Remediation Materials: A Tool to Enhance Reading Proficiency of Students	Lilian Guia B. Burgos	World Research and Innovation Festival 2025- International Conference for Education and Social Sciences	February 27, 2025	Online

Summary of Research Publication Cited

Published Paper	Name of Journal Cited	Title	Author(s)
Help Seeking Behavior of Young Filipinos Amidst Pandemic: The Case of Cor Jesu College Students	EDUCATIONAL POINT	The advocacy blueprint: A Delphi study on promoting and strengthening mental health programs and services in higher education	Jeric Anthony S. Arnado, Rogelio P. Bayod
Qualitative analysis of the antimicrobial, phytochemical and GC-MS profile of the stem ethanolic extract from Anodendron borneense (King and Gamble)	International Journal of Veterinary Science	Phytochemical Analysis and Effectiveness of Ripened Spondias pinnata Fruit Extracts against Antibiotic-resistant Mastitis-causing Bacteria	Pucot JR, Dapar MLG and Demayo CG, 2021
Attitude, Self-Eicacy and Students’ Academic Performance in Mathematics	Ignatian International Journal for Multidisciplinary Research	Students Motivation and Academic Performance in Mathematics	Aplacion, N. D., Camañan, C. T., Gregorio, A. L., Panlaan, J. R., & Tudy, R. A.

Submitted Proposal for External Funding

Project Title	Proponent	Agency Grantor
Davao del Sur State College Advanced Nanofiber and Multidisciplinary Research Center (ANMRC)	Project Leader: Ms. Jade Curay	2025 PCIEERD Funding for 2025 IDP
Selected Assessment of Food Exposure to Contamination on Street Vended Food in Digos City (SAFE to Contamination)	Project Leader: Kris Kristofferson T. Tan	2025 - DOST RCHRD for 2025 RRI
S3N: Smart Security with Sensing for Night Vision, Gas, and Motion Detection	Project Leader: Ms. Jade Dawn Curay	DOST - PCIEERD
Establishing a Science Communication Center Through Assessed Perception on Coastal Awareness for Enhanced Resilience (ESCAPE)	Project Leader: Ms. Jeopril Pableo	DOST - PCIEERD
Contextualizing Science Communication Tools for Enhanced Flood Risk Resilience	Project Leader: Ms. Lilian Burgos	DOST - PCIEERD
DSSC Investigating Food Adulteration and Method Detection	Mr. Kris Kristofferson T. Tan	DOST - PCIEERD
Dietary Exposure and Risk Assessment of Entamoeba histolytica, Heavy Metals, and Acrylamide in the Filipino Diet.	Ms. Jan Pauline Geyrozaga	DOST - PCHRD
DSSC Positioning Davao Region Philippine Cocoa Bulk Bean into Fine Flavor Beans (FBB) in International Market.	Kris Kristofferson T. Tan	DOST - PCAARD
Project 1:Tracing Heavy Metal Accumulation in Cacao Beans and Soils of Davao Region: Ensuring Sustainable Farming and Safe Consumption Project 2:Assessing Pesticide Residue Dynamics in Philippine Cacao Beans and Soils: Pathways to Sustainable Farming and Export Compliance Project 3:Isotopic Fingerprinting for Traceability, Origins, and Authenticity of Cacao and Other Commodities in the Philippines	Ms. Daphne Angelica De Leon Kris Kristofferson T. Tan	DOST - PCAARD
Development of an extended guidelines for the Philippine Package of Essential Non-communicable Disease Interventions: Physical Activity Intervention Program for the Elderly (PHIL PEN-PIPE)	Ferdinand Jerome Balaga	Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD)
Enhancing Halal and Inclusive Nutrition and Food Security in Selected Barangays of Davao del Sur: Assessing Needs, Challenges, and Opportunities	Ferdinand Jerome Balaga	Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD)

Extension

INSTITUTE OF MATHEMATICS, ARTS AND SCIENCES EXTENSION PROJECTS

Date	Project Title
March 28, 2025	Values Education Formation for Teachers, Staffs, and Students of Molopolo National High School
January 17, 2025	Values Restoration Activity-Molopolo National High School-Faculty and Students
December 6, 2024	Values Restoration Activity for LGU Matanao Personnel
November 2024-January 2025	Civil Service Examination Review for LGU Digos City Employees
November 26, 2024	Values Restoration Activity-Molopolo National High School-Faculty and Staff

News

𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐒 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐈𝐧-𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰

Three faculty members from IMAS—Dr. Siverlyn Camposano, Prof. Edna Cenita, and Prof. Jan Pauline Geyrozaga—actively participated in the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝓘𝓷-𝓗𝓸𝓾𝓼𝓮 𝓔𝔁𝓽𝓮𝓷𝓼𝓲𝓸𝓷 𝓟𝓻𝓸𝓹𝓸𝓼𝓪𝓵 𝓡𝓮𝓿𝓲𝓮𝔀 Read More...

#	Program	Descriptions	Accreditation Level
1	BSBIO-Biodiversity	Bachelor of Science in Biology Major in Biodiversity	COPC
2	BSBIO-Medical Biology	Bachelor of Science in Biology Major in Medical Biology
3	BSES	Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science	COPC
4	BSMATH	Bachelor of Science in Mathematics	COPC

News and Updates	More News
📌 Davao del Sur State College Inks MOA with LTO XI	📌 Soars Internationally – Future Educators & Faculty Embark on Southeast Asian
📌The Davao del Sur State College (DSSC) continues to pursue the modernization of science education	📌 DSSC Kicks Off Budget Hearing to Shape FY 2026 Financial Plans
📌 DSSC and Philhealth Stregnthen Healthcare Access with MOU Signing	📌 EQUATE Award and Highest DBM CY 2024 APR Ranking
📌 DSSC Joins National Consultation on Technology Transfer Policy	📌 DSSC Diving DEEP: Elevating English Proficiency Through Digital Innovation
📌 Recognition of Excellence: Davao del Sur State College Honored at the EQUATE Awards 2025	📌 Boosting Digital Competence: DSSCs DEEP Program Training for Faculty and IT Experts
📌 Women in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) : Trailblazers and Innovators Symposium Vol. 2	📌 DSSC Board Charts Bold Path Forward in CHED Central Office Meeting
📌 DSSC Earns Level 4 re-Accredited Status for BSAB-EM	📌 Celebrating Dr. Delia Ayano: Newly Elected BOT-Private Sector Representative of DSSC
📌 DSSC Drives Change: 2025 Extension Proposal Review Paves Way for Impactful Community Projects	📌 DSSC Charges into SCUAA 2025 with 137 Athletes Eyeing Victory
📌 DSSC Celebrates Dr. Eric E. Rellon’s Achievement in Agribusiness Executives’ Program	📌 DSSC’s Libreng Kape at Tinapay sa Eskwelahan: A Boost for Students During Exam Season
📌 DSSC Discusses Business Collaboration and Soft Power Diplomacy with Indonesian Consulate	📌 Strengthening Plans: DSSC Conducts First Quarter Pre Board Meeting Review
📌 Aligning Environmental Conservation, Cultural Preservation, and Local Economic Development: A Site Visit to the RCIC	📌 DSSC Co-Hosts Interlink 5.0: Transcend 2025

IMAS - Institute of Mathematics, Arts and Sciences

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Welcome to the Institute of Mathematics, Arts and Sciences (IMAS)

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	KRIS KRISTOFFERSON T. TAN, MA Institute Dean This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

JAYSON R. PUCOT, MSc BSBIO Program Head This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	JAN PAULINE I. GEYROZAGA, MS BSES Program Head This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	EDNA A. CENITA, MS BSMATH Program Head This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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LARRA MAE B. TESTADO BSBIO Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	BHEGIE MAY BUAY BSBIO Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	JAKESTAR TALAMISAN BSBIO Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

MARGUELLE FAYE PLACER BSES Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	RENAMARIE NACION, MS BSES Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	LEALAIN ACUT, MS BSES Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

EXENIZER A. ARCON, MS BSMATH Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	AZ D. ABABA, MS Research Coordinator, IMAS BSMATH Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	ANDREW FELIX CUNANAN, PhD BSMATH Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

JUN MARK R. PANLAAN, PhD BSMATH Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	DAPHNE ANGELICA M. DE LEON Core Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	ASTRID G. GERONGAY, MS Core Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.


JANUS ARTHUR A. ACEBES GenEd Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	EUMAR JESS A. AGBON, MA GenEd Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	JERIC ANTHONY S. ARNADO, PhD, MP, RGC Director for Student Affairs and Services GenEd Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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NIDA C. BELONO-AC, MBA Extension Coordintaor, IMAS GenEd Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	LILIAN GUIA B. BURGOS, MAEd GenEd Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	MECHELLE C. CALAMBA, LPT GenEd Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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SHEENA GRACE B. ENFESTA, MP GenEd Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	SVETH LANA FLORES, RPm GenEd Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.	ALEXANDER C. GONZALES, MA GenEd Faculty This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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