Demonstrating its track record of academic excellence, delegates from Palawan State University (PalawanSU) dominated the Regional Championships of the 30th Philippine Statistics Quiz (PSQ), organized by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) MIMAROPA Region, held at Oriental Mindoro National High School.

Mr. Charles Noel Castro, a Bachelor of Science in Biology major in Medical Biology student at PSU, bagged the top spot and was crowned the Regional Champion. He will represent the MIMAROPA Region in the upcoming PSQ National Finals on November 6, 2026, in Quezon City. PalawanSU continued its strong showing with Mr. Einoz Russel Gabo (BS Petroleum Engineering) finishing as First Runner-Up, and Mr. Zedrick Shane Manzul (BS Petroleum Engineering) securing 6th place. The university’s delegation was guided and mentored by their coach, Engr. Jerico M. Padrones, CS.

This victory highlights Palawan State University’s solid reputation for academic excellence. Through strong degree programs and dedicated faculty mentoring, PalawanSU continuously trains analytical thinkers and high achievers who excel in regional and national competitions across disciplines-from engineering to the natural sciences.

The Philippine Statistics Quiz is an annual contest designed to assess statistical knowledge, promote statistical literacy, and highlight the importance of statistics among college students across the country.