About this Journal
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        The Mindanao Journal is the flagship research publication of Mindanao State University – Main Campus in Marawi City, Philippines. Established in 1974 through the pioneering efforts of Dr. Mamitua D. Saber—the university’s first Dean of Research and founder of the Institute of Research for Filipino Culture (IFRC) and the University Research Center (URC)—the journal has served as a vital repository of scholarly works across various disciplines. It continues to uphold MSU’s mandate as a research-driven institution by fostering academic discourse and knowledge dissemination.

          The Mamitua Saber Institute of Research and Creation (MSIRC) oversees the publication and management of the Mindanao Journal. Beginning in 2025, the journal will be available in both print and online formats. Additionally, all previous volumes dating back to 1974 will be accessible online free of charge.


ISSN: 0115-2742 (Print)
ISSN: Not Yet Available (Online)

Aims and Scope

       The Mindanao Journal is an open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed publication of the Mamitua Saber Institute of Research and Creation (MSIRC) at Mindanao State University (MSU) – Main Campus, Marawi City. It serves as a platform for advancing MSU’s commitment to the exchange and production of knowledge across disciplines. As an annual, multidisciplinary, and academic journal, the Mindanao Journal welcomes original, high-quality research articles from diverse fields.

To enhance research categorization and streamline its editorial and peer review processes, the journal adopts a two-section format:

  1. Science and Technology (S&T) – This section will feature research in science and technology, encompassing disciplines such as:
    • Mathematics, physics, biology, and chemistry
    • Forestry and environmental studies
    • Fisheries and aquatic sciences
    • Agriculture
    • Information technology and computing sciences
    • Medical and health sciences
  2. Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) – This section will include research in social sciences and humanities, covering a broad range of topics, including but not limited to:
    • Political science, sociology, anthropology, and psychology
    • Communication studies, media studies, and public administration
    • Public affairs, social work, international relations, and global studies
    • Gender and women’s studies, development studies, and health and wellness studies
    • Education, economics, law, and library science
    • Islamic studies, tourism, hospitality, and events studies
    • Arts and culture, dance, folklore, and language and linguistics
    • Literature, music, history, philosophy, and sports

Editorial Board

Editor-in-Chief:

MAHID M. MANGONTARUM
Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Philippines

Founding Editor-in-Chief (1974):

MAMITUA D. SABER
Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Philippines

Members of the Board of Associate Editors:

LAILA SYAUFINA
IPB University, Indonesia

GLEN A. LORENZO
Mindanao State University-Main Campus, Philippines

HARRY IMANTHO
IPB University, Indonesia

MA-ANN M. CAMARIN
Mindanao State University-Main Campus, Philippines

ROBERTO B. CORCINO
Cebu Normal University, Philippines

ASLAINEE T. MACATANONG
Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Philippines

RYAN A. EBARDO
De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines

ARGIN A. GULANES
University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines Claveria, Claveria, Philippines

MARIA CECILIA FADARE
Saint Louis College, City of San Fernando, Philippines

HAMDONI K. PANGANDAMAN
Mindanao State University-Main Campus, Philippines

AMANUM INNOCENT ONYEKACHI
Jos University Teaching Hospital, Jos, Nigeria

Managing Editor:

SITTIE AINA T. PANDAPATAN
Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Philippines

Language and Communication Editor:

ANVILLE SHAMAIGN A. VILLANUEVA
Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Philippines

Production Manager:

SHAIBUDDIN PANANDIGAN M. TAWANO
Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Philippines

Editorial Assistant:

HANIFAH A. BATARA
Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Philippines

Electronic System Management Assistant:

CICS Web Team
Mindanao State University – Main Campus, Philippines

Open Access Policy

        The Mindanao Journal is an open-access publication, ensuring that all articles are immediately accessible to readers upon publication. This approach promotes the free exchange of knowledge and enhances global research visibility.

        Authors retain the copyright of their work and grant permission for reuse under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives (CC BY-NC-ND) license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). This license allows others to share the work with proper attribution, but prohibits commercial use and modifications of the original content.

Article Processing Charge

        The Mindanao Journal does not charge Article Processing Fees (APCs). Both authors and readers can access and publish research free of charge.