17/07/2025
โLC Nutrition and Dietetics Students at the PhilAAST Mindanao Forum on Blue Economyโ
On July 16, 2025, the 3rd-year Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics students participated in the โPhilAAST Mindanao Forum on Blue Economyโ, held at the N Hotel, Kauswagan Highway, Cagayan de Oro City. This significant event brought together experts, scholars, and young minds to engage in conversations on how the blue economy can support sustainable development, food security, and public health in the Philippines.
The forum served as a platform for interdisciplinary learning and meaningful exchange, emphasizing the interconnectedness of marine science, nutrition, and environmental stewardship. It allowed students to broaden their academic perspectives and understand the greater context of their profession about the countryโs aquatic resources and policy landscape.
Respected professionals in the field delivered plenary sessions: Director Edward B. Yasay, Dr. Imelda Angeles-Agdeppa, Ms. Rosanna B. Contreras, and Dr. Wilfred John E. Santiaรฑez. Their expertise and insights underscored the critical role of research, innovation, and cross-sectoral collaboration in addressing pressing national issues such as malnutrition, climate vulnerability, marine biodiversity loss, and sustainable food systems.
For the students, the forum was not only a source of knowledge but also a call to action. It reinforced their understanding that, as future Registered Nutritionists-Dietitians, their responsibilities extend beyond clinical practice to contributing to sustainable development, advocating for evidence-based policy, and supporting science that uplifts communities and protects the environment.
This event would not have been possible without the support of PhilAAST, DOST-X, MSU Naawan, and all organizing partners. Thank you for making this meaningful gathering a reality and for believing in the power of student involvement in nation-building.