13/06/2026
On June 10, 2026, the Philippine Political Science Association (PPSA) formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University (DMMMSU) and Northwestern University (NWU), both situated in Luzon. Concurrently, the DMMMSU Open University System and the Lam-ang Institute organized the PPSA Luzon Regional Forum-Lecture Caravan 2026, which addressed the topic “Contemporary Issues in Electoral Philippine Politics: Sectoral Endorsements, Electoral Candidates and the Future of Democratic Representation.” The forum was attended by faculty and students from higher education institutions in Ilocos and Baguio City. Participating institutions included Saint Louis College, La Union, Northwestern University (Laoag City), Mariano Marcos State University (Ilocos Norte), University of Northern Philippines (Vigan City), DMMMSU, and University of the Cordilleras (Baguio City).
The event was facilitated by Luzon Representative Professor Ciela Marie Pacopia and Professor Farland Valera, Director of the Lam-ang Institute.