2026 In-Person Recipients
Alexandra Maris
State University of New York, United States
Dr. Alexandra Maris has a PhD from the University of Toronto at the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education in collaboration with the Women and Gender Studies Institute. She has completed her Master of Arts in Women and Gender Studies at the University of Toronto and has an Honorary Bachelor of Arts with High Distinction. Her research focus is at the intersections of health, sport, tourism, gender, race and class. She collaborates with community engagement projects and designs inclusive and transformative sports programming teaching about social justice, health and human rights. Alexandra has won several awards, scholarships and fellowships for her strong academic record and for being an outstanding candidate in her field. She is a Lecturer at State University of New York in the Global Public Health Program.
Daniel Dasig Jr.
Philippine Women's University, Philippines
Dr. Daniel D. Dasig Jr. is a Professional Computer Engineer, currently serves as the Research Director and Quality Assurance Coordinator of Philippine Women’s University, and the Alumni Regent of Samar State University’s Board of Regents. He is also the President of the Federation of SSU Alumni Associations, and the DEFAS Society of Engineers Inc. He holds doctoral degrees in engineering, business administration, and educational management, and currently pursuing a doctorate in public administration, complemented by his more than 17 years of extensive professional experience in engineering and IT/telco project and change management in both the Philippines and Canada. A seasoned academic leader, Dr. Dasig is also Editor-in-Chief of three international journals, and an editorial board member and reviewer for Scopus- and Web of Science-indexed publications where he actively advances global scholarship in technology, sustainability, and higher education leadership. His work bridges industry practice, research excellence, and institutional quality assurance within local and international academic communities.
