04/06/2026
LOOK | BCP Delegation Participates in the Royal Institution Singapore Special Conferment Ceremony and 26th SIMP-AAIRI Joint Multidisciplinary Research Conference
Selected members of the Executive Management Team of Bestlink College of the Philippines (BCP), together with BS Entrepreneurship (BSENTREP) and BS Computer Engineering (BSCPE) faculty members and students, attended the Royal Institution Singapore (RI) Special Conferment Ceremony held in conjunction with the 26th SIMP-AAIRI Joint Multidisciplinary Research Conference at Hotel Grand Pacific Singapore, Singapore, from May 29โ31, 2026.
With the theme โResearch for Resilience, Innovation, and Sustainability,โ the conference brought together academicians, researchers, professionals, and industry leaders from various countries and disciplines. The event featured plenary sessions, research paper oral presentations, and research showcase and poster presentations that highlighted innovative and impactful research across multiple fields.
Distinguished plenary speakers included Margarita Consolacion C. Ballesteros, Leong Sze Hian, and Carl E. Balita, who shared valuable insights aligned with the conference theme.
A significant highlight of the event was the conferment of Honorary Fellow of the Royal Institution Singapore upon Leong Sze Hian in recognition of his outstanding professional achievements and contributions to society.
The ceremony also included the induction of Carl E. Balita as International Visiting Professorial Fellow and Honorary President of the Royal Institution Singapore in Education, as well as the recognition of accredited educational institutions and organizations.
The conference concluded with recognition ceremonies honoring outstanding paper presenters, impression speakers, and exemplary contributors to research and professional development.
BCP proudly celebrates the participation of its faculty and students in this prestigious international gathering, reflecting the institutionโs commitment to research excellence, global engagement, innovation, and academic leadership.
ROYAL INSTITUTION HOLDS A SPECIAL CONFERMENT CEREMONY IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE 26TH SIMP-AAIRI JOINT MULTIDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH CONFERENCE
Professionals from various fields and disciplines gathered at Hotel Grand Pacific, Singapore, from 29 to 31 May 2026 for the Royal Institution Singaporeโs Special Conferment Ceremony, held in conjunction with the Joint Multidisciplinary Research Conference of the Singapore Institute of Multidisciplinary Professions and the Ascendens Asia International Research Institute, with the theme, โResearch for Resilience, Innovation, and Sustainability.โ
During the 26th SIMP-AAIRI Joint Multidisciplinary Research Conference, a Plenary Session, Research Paper Oral Presentations, and Research Showcase and Poster Presentations were conducted.
The following plenary speakers discussed the event theme:
โข Hon. FDr. Dr. Margarita Consolacion C. Ballesteros, HonFRI, DFRIEdr, DFRIM, DFRIPAr, FRIRs, RIIVPF, Director IV, ARAL Secretariat, Office of the Undersecretary for Learning Systems, Department of Education, and Honorary Fellow, Royal Institution Singapore
โข H.E. FDr. Leong Sze Hian, DFRIBM, DFRIFP, DFRIM, Honorary Chairman, Singapore Professional Centre (SPC)
โข FDr. Dr. Carl E. Balita, DFRIEdr, FRIEntr, RIIVPF, President, Founder, and CEO of Dr. Carl E. Balita Review Center
During the conferment ceremony, RI conferred H.E. FDR. LEONG SZE HIAN as Honorary Fellow of the Royal Institution Singapore โ a lifetime recognition bestowed, in honor of his significant contributions and achievements in his profession as Former Honorary Consul for Jamaica and Burkina Faso; Honorary Chairman of the Singapore Professional Centre (SPC); and Former Chairman of the Society of Financial Services Professionals Singapore.
The Honorary Fellow Citation and Certificate, along with the RI Doctor Fellow Certificate, were read, and the RI Honorary Fellow Robe was presented by RI Officials and an Honorary Fellow of RI Singapore.
Thereafter, H.E. FDr. Leong Sze Hian, HonFRI, delivered his special message and acceptance speech as an honoree of the Royal Institution Singapore. This was followed by a Conferment Ceremony honoring local and international professionals with membership titles of Doctor Fellow, Senior Fellow, Fellow, Senior Member, and Member of various RI professions and specialisations. The Charging and Pledge of Loyalty were then administered.
An Induction Ceremony was held to welcome FDr. Dr. Carl E. Balita, DFRIEdr, FRIEntr, RIIVPF, as International Visiting Professorial Fellow and Honorary President of the Royal Institution Singapore in Education. The Oath of Office was also administered.
This was followed by the Presentation of Awards to the RI Accredited Educational Institutions & Organisations: Dr. Carl E. Balita Review Center, Agustinian Colleges, and Recoletos Industrial and Technological Training Center of the University of San Jose โ Recoletos, Inc.
During the Closing Ceremony, an Impression Speech was delivered by FDr. Dr. Angelica M. Baylon, DFRIEdr, DFRIM, DFRIMarM, FRIRs, RIIVPF, External Relations Director of the Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific, and Dr. Jeffrey A. Lucero, Professor and Clinical Instructor of the Nursing and Health Sciences Program.
This was followed by the presentation of Awards of Recognition to FDr. Dr. Mary Ann G. Roble, DFRIEdr, DFRIM, DFRITgt, RIIVPF, paper presenters, impression speakers, and the Best Paper Presenters, as well as the awarding of Certificates of Appreciation.
In her Closing Address, FDr. Dr. Athena Georgene Ang, DFRICEO, congratulated the newly conferred members and expressed heartfelt gratitude for their support and active participation.
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