Two students from Mountain Province State University (MPSU) earned spots in the Top 5 during the YEP–Project MARITES Final Business Coaching held from September 1–4, 2026, at The Orchard Hotel in Baguio City.
The Youth Entrepreneurship Program (YEP)–Project MARITES is a youth entrepreneurship initiative launched by the Commission on Higher Education–Cordillera Administrative Region (CHED-CAR) in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry–Cordillera Administrative Region (DTI-CAR), with support from CHED-UniFAST. The program aims to empower young entrepreneurs by providing opportunities for students to develop their entrepreneurial skills, business ideas, innovation, and leadership.
The 2026 batch brought together student participants from various Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across the Cordillera Administrative Region, including State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and private colleges and universities in Baguio City. Through business coaching, mentorship, and other learning opportunities, the program equipped participants with knowledge and skills to develop sustainable and innovative business ventures.
Out of 37 student participants, two MPSU students proudly made it to the Top 5. Both fourth-year students from the Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA) program, Ms. Kyla Jane W. Langbayan emerged as the First Runner-Up and was also recognized with the Green Excellence Award and the Most Sustainable Business Award. Meanwhile, Ms. Crisanta B. Cabbigat also secured a place among the Top 5 finalists.
Other participants from the university include Ms. Elizabeth B. Bastian, Ms. Rhodessa L. Coteng, and Ms. Waynelyn T. Kimmayong. All five MPSU participants are beneficiaries of the Tulong Dunong Program(TDP) and were accompanied by Scholarships and Grants Office Coordinator Mr. Jay B. Napanoy.
Their achievement reflects the innovative spirit, entrepreneurial potential, and determination of MPSU students as they continue to showcase their ideas and talents on a wider stage. It also highlights the University’s commitment to advancing Quality Education, innovation, sustainable business practices, and inclusive economic growth.
𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙨!
