Student researchers from the College of Business Administration and Accountancy (CBAA) at DLSU-D brought home major awards from two research conferences.
At the 2nd ISTREL International Transdisciplinary Research Conference 2025 (IITRC2025) held at Taguig City University, three Economics students stood out among international participants:
- 🏅 Ace Kit R. De Lana, mentored by Rosario Reyes, earned the Best Abstract Award for his paper: “Examining the Nonlinear Dynamics of Domestic Petroleum Product Prices and Inflation in the Philippines Mediated by Interest Rates.”
- 🏅 Zaira Mae P. Dagohoy, also guided by Rosario Reyes, received another Best Abstract Award for her study: “Moderating Effect of Institutional Quality on the Relationship of Trade Policies and Total Factor Productivity in Selected Asian Countries.”
- 🏅 Bonel Elias Dela Luna Castillo, under the supervision of Dr. Willington Onuh, received both the Best Presenter and Best Abstract Awards for his research: “Effect of Gender Inequality on Human Development in Selected ASEAN Countries: The Moderating Roles of Macroeconomic Variables.”
Meanwhile, Maria Angela Dela Cruz earned the 2nd Best Paper Award at the Second Dasmariñas Research Congress held at Kolehiyo ng Lungsod ng Dasmariñas.
“These achievements reflect not only the academic rigor and research excellence of our students but also the strong mentoring culture within the Allied Business Department,” shared Dr. Willington Onuh.
Economics professor Dr. Alice Valerio also expressed her pride in the students’ success, emphasizing the vital role of research in driving solutions to socio-economic and environmental challenges.
“Our students’ work demonstrates how research can drive solutions to pressing socio-economic and environmental issues,” she said.
The CBAA’s recent triumphs highlight DLSU-D’s commitment to nurturing future leaders and scholars capable of producing impactful and award-winning research.
Animo La Salle!