In a consistent drive to excellence and international engagement, the International Association of Maritime Universities (IAMU) conducted an Orientation on the IAMU Conference Manual and Recognition of IAMU Peer Reviewers and Paper Presenters at John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University on 3 February 2026.
The activity was held as part of the institution’s 78th Foundation Week celebration, marking a significant milestone in JBLFMU’s growing role in global maritime education and research. The event was graced by key leaders, including Dr. Ronald Raymond L. Sebastian, Chief Executive Officer of the John B. Lacson Foundation System; Capt. Luis G. Evidente, Ph.D., Member of the Board of Trustees and Consultant for External Affairs; and Capt. Yusuke Mori, Ph.D., Deputy Executive Director of IAMU.
IAMU Conference Manual Orientation: Preparing for IAMU 2027
The first part of the program focused on the IAMU Orientation on the Conference Manual, spearheaded by Capt. Mori, who provided detailed guidance on IAMU conference standards, operational procedures, and hosting requirements. This orientation was particularly significant as JBLFMU is being considered as a potential host of the IAMU 2027 Conference, positioning the institution as a prospective venue for one of the most prestigious global maritime academic gatherings.
The session equipped JBLFMU administrators, faculty-researchers, and organizers with critical knowledge on IAMU conference protocols, reinforcing the university’s preparedness and capability to host large-scale international academic events.
Recognition of IAMU Peer Reviewers and Paper Presenters
The second part of the program highlighted the formal recognition and awarding of IAMU Peer Reviewers and Conference Paper Presenters, led jointly by Dr. Sebastian, Capt. Evidente, and Capt. Mori, honoring outstanding scholarly contributions to international maritime research.
Among those recognized were:
- Brian Gil S. Sarinas, Ph.D., Research Director of the John B. Lacson Foundation System, who was recognized as an IAMU Peer Reviewer for 2024, underscoring the JBLF System’s sustained contribution to global research evaluation.
Roderick R. Germo, Ph.D., who served as an official IAMU Peer Reviewer for 2025, reflecting international trust in his expertise in maritime education, research methodology, and academic quality assurance.
- Loren Steve G. Glumalid, 2/M, who was formally awarded on 3 February 2026 for his research paper presented during the IAMU Conference in October 2025, recognizing the quality and international relevance of his scholarly work.
A Milestone in JBLFMU’s Global Engagement
The IAMU orientation and recognition ceremony served as a highlight of JBLFMU’s 78th Foundation Week, symbolizing the university’s expanding leadership in international maritime research, conference hosting readiness, and academic governance.
Through active participation, peer-review leadership, and award-winning research presentations, JBLFMU-Arevalo and the JBLF System continue to affirm their position as globally competitive, research-driven maritime institutions, ready to host and contribute to world-class academic platforms such as IAMU 2027.