TSU Psychology Students Present Research at the 6th SALIKSIKLABAN Undergraduate Research Competition

Five Psychology students from Tarlac State University represented the College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) at the 6th SALIKSIKLABAN: University-wide Undergraduate Research Competition, held on May 25–26, 2026. Competing under the ABLESS category, the students presented their research titled “Hope as a Predictor of Coping and the Moderating Role of Social Connectedness in People Diagnosed with Chronic Illnesses.”

The research team consisted of Ms. Vanessa Royenne T. Dioso, Mr. Art Justine C. Muñoz, Mr. Vhince Aikle E. Pabustan, Ms. Alexanndra M. Santiago, and Ms. Christline Jean T. Taboctaboc.

Their participation reflected the students’ commitment to academic excellence, research integrity, and service. Their work also highlighted the role of psychological research in understanding human experiences and contributing to community practice.

Through their involvement in the university-wide competition, the students demonstrated the importance of combining critical thinking with compassion in advancing the field of psychology.

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