by Don Antonio Velez, The Department of Sociology & Anthropology
Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan Department of Sociology & Anthropology at the College of Arts and Sciences is thrilled to announce that all six (6) of this year’s graduating AB Sociology seniors were invited and given the opportunity to present their individual research papers/undergraduate thesis at the 2024 International Conference of the Philippine Sociological Society (PSS) hosted at Caraga State University in Butuan City, Philippines. The six (6) paper presentations of this year’s young and budding Xavier Ateneo Sociologists talked about the intersections of Colonization with Gender Embodiment, Leadership, Social and Romantic Relationships, Social Media, Educational Landscapes, and Structures that promote Inclusivity and Cultural Sensitivity.
Congratulations are well-deserved by Sheena Tria Estabas Cabatingan, James Ryan Salic Cachola, Christine “Taaliah Hajrah” Camilo, Joseph Clinton Belvistre Dimen, James Allan Tindog Pagdanganan, Sharmaigne Delig Saavedra and their Research Projects supervisor Mr Don Antonio Velez, who was also a paper presenter himself.
The conference, held from 2 to 5 October 2024, with the theme "IMAGINING (DE)COLONIZATION: Reflections, Directions, Actions," provided a platform for students to share their research and engage in discourse and networking with leading Sociologists of the Philippines and delegates from International Universities, Colleges, and Organizations. Registration to participate in the 3-day conference was generously provided by the College of Arts and Sciences – Parents and Faculty Council (CAS – PFC).
The participation of these students in the international conference is a testament to the robust whole person education (WPE) academic training in the Xavier Ateneo Sociology program. The program's strong theoretical and methodological foundation equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to engage in academic and professional discourses.
This milestone is demonstrative of the Xavier Ateneo Sociology program's capacity, capability, and commitment to producing socially conscious, skilled, and academically competent Sociologists. May this achievement that exceeds expectation for undergraduate work be a source of inspired dedication and passion for Xavier Ateneo researchers.