WVSU

Day: April 28, 2026

  • WVSU College of Medicine earns multiple honors at 9th APMC-SN National Convention

    WVSU College of Medicine earns multiple honors at 9th APMC-SN National Convention

    The West Visayas State University (WVSU) College of Medicine garnered multiple national awards and recognitions during the 9th Association of Philippine Medical Colleges – Student Network (APMC-SN) National Convention held from Apr. 9 to 11, 2026 at the De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute in Dasmariñas, Cavite.

    Celebrating its 25th year, the APMC-SN marked its silver milestone through the convention themed “Iridescence: Through the Silver Years of APMC-SN,” highlighting unity, leadership, and service among medical students nationwide. The organization is recognized as one of the largest alliances of Filipino medical students and student councils across the country.

    The WVSU College of Medicine received the following awards and recognitions:

    • Seal of Good Governance – Gold Awardee

    • Ten Outstanding Medical Student Organizations
    ➤ Order of Asclepius – 1st Place
    ➤ AMSA WVSU – 2nd Place
    ➤ Vital Signs – 3rd Place

    • Mga Natatanging Mag-aaral ng Medisina ng Pilipinas
    ➤ Franco Miguel M. Nodado – 3rd Place
    ➤ Kathleen Mae V. Donoso – 5th Place
    ➤ Ma. Charlene S. Jereos – 7th Place

    • National Medical Quiz Bee Competition – 7th Place

    • National Clinico-Pathologic Case Competition – 1st Runner-Up
    ➤ Best Presentation – 1st Place
    ➤ Best Presenter – 1st Place: Carlos Jose E. Cerrada

    • National Interscholastic Medical Debate Competition – 5th Place
    Top 5 Best Speakers:
    ➤ Earl Cedric T. Lagapa
    ➤ Richard D. Olano, Jr.

    • National Healthcare Innovations Competition – National Qualifier

    These achievements reflect the WVSU College of Medicine’s commitment to excellence in academics, leadership, research, and service, reinforcing its role in shaping competent and globally competitive future medical professionals.

  • CBM students soar in the 4th Philippine Council of Deans and Educators in Business (PCDEB) National Business Plan Competition

    CBM students soar in the 4th Philippine Council of Deans and Educators in Business (PCDEB) National Business Plan Competition

    Students from the College of Business and Management taking Business Administration won 1st Runner-up in the 4th Philippine Council of Deans and Educators in Business (PCDEB) National Business Plan Competition, held via Google Meet during its 25th Annual National Conference, April 23-25.

    The team showcased “Campus Errun’, “ an innovation geared towards addressing student needs. This earned them the award in the Service category. 

    The team is composed of Alicia Amor A. Cerrudo, Carla Faye C. Araneta, Ma. Raevel G. Elarmo, Kristhel Angelique E. Dalton, and Kristine J. B. Beliver, under the guidance of coaches Dr. Christine Gamba and Dr. Rosemarie Dichosa.

    The recognition underscores the students’ innovation and competitiveness on the national stage while reaffirming the College of Business and Management’s commitment to excellence in entrepreneurship education.

  • WVSU CICT faculty member joins TESDA Iloilo advisory council

    WVSU CICT faculty member joins TESDA Iloilo advisory council

    Dr. Lea M. Gabawa, a faculty member of the College of Information and Communications Technology (CICT) of West Visayas State University (WVSU), took her oath as an appointed member of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Technology Institutions (TTI) Advisory Council of the Regional Training Center (RTC) Iloilo on Apr. 27, 2026.

    The oath-taking ceremony and first council meeting were held at the RTC Iloilo in Zamora-Melliza, Iloilo City, marking the start of her three-year term from 2026 to 2029. She represents WVSU in the academe sector.

    The council is mandated to provide policy advice and strategic guidance and to strengthen networks for RTC Iloilo. It also adopts a holistic approach to sectoral needs to help address and prevent skills mismatch in local industries.

    During the meeting, members proceeded with the oath-taking, approved the 2026 TTI Advisory Council annual plan, received updates on the TESDA Innovation Center, and provided inputs on various TESDA directives.

    Gabawa’s appointment highlights her leadership in research and innovation. She is the president of the Mechatronics and Robotics Society of the Philippines – Western Visayas Chapter, where she advances initiatives in innovation, automation and mechatronics—areas aligned with the direction of the newly launched regional TESDA Innovation Center.

    She also serves as the CICT Gender and Development Focal Person representing in WVSU, contributing to the integration of gender-responsive approaches in university programs and initiatives.

    Her role in the advisory council reinforces collaboration between the academe and industry in developing a more responsive and future-ready workforce in Western Visayas.