RECOLETOS GRADUATE RESEARCH CONFERENCE 2026 (RGRC 2026) 

The Recoletos Graduate Research Conference 2026 (RGRC 2026) is an international research conference organized by the University of San Jose-Recoletos. Building on the legacy of the Recoletos International Research Congress held in 2016, 2017, and 2019, as well as the continuing initiatives of RGRC, the conference will be held on October 15–16, 2026, at the University of San Jose-Recoletos Quadricentennial Bldg., Cebu City, Philippines.

Anchored on the theme, “From Knowledge to Impact: Bridging Innovation, Sustainability, and Community,” RGRC 2026 provides an academic platform for graduate students, faculty members, researchers, scientists, industry practitioners, and government stakeholders to present scholarly work, engage in interdisciplinary discourse, and contribute to knowledge exchange across diverse fields. The conference aims to advance research that translates knowledge into meaningful impact by promoting innovation, sustainability, and community-centered development in response to contemporary local and global challenges.

CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS 

• Keynote and Plenary Speeches

• Hybrid participation is available for international delegates.

• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) units for Professional Teacher is currently being applied for.

• Selected papers will be invited to publish in the Recoletos Multidisciplinary Research Journal, a Q3-SCOPUS indexed journal of the University of San Jose-Recoletos. 

CONFERENCE TRACKS:

• Education, Learning Innovation, and Human Development for Inclusive Futures

• Artificial Intelligence, Digital Innovation, Infrastructure, and Sustainable Development

• Business, Management, and Enterprise Development for Sustainable and Inclusive Growth

• Health, Well-being, and Community Care

• Religious Education, Ethics, Philosophy, and Human Formation

• Language, Literature, Media, and Communication for Social Transformation

• Governance, Political Science, Public Policy, and Community Development

IMPORTANT DATES

• Abstract submission → July 21 to August 30, 2026

• Notification of Acceptance → September 1 - 15, 2026

• Notice of Presentation Schedules and Session Assignments →  October 9, 2026

• Full Paper Submission → September 15, 2026

• Early Bird Registration → September 15, 2026

• Pre-Conference Event → October 14, 2026

• Conference Dates → October 15-16, 2026

VENUE

The University of San Jose–Recoletos (USJ-R) is a private Catholic institution in Cebu City, Philippines, founded in 1947 by the Order of Augustinian Recollects. Originally named Colegio de San Jose–Recoletos, it achieved university status in 1984. USJ-R operates three campuses: the Main Campus on Magallanes Street, the Basak Campus in Basak Pardo, and the Balamban Campus in Arpili, Balamban. The university offers a range of programs in fields such as engineering, commerce, information technology, education, law, nursing, arts and sciences, as well as basic education. With a commitment to "Caritas et Scientia" (Charity and Science), USJ-R emphasizes holistic education grounded in Gospel values and Augustinian Recollect traditions.

NEARBY ACCOMMODATIONS

The research participants might consider the following options for their accommodations: