West Visayas State University opened its Wellness Park on Dec. 17, 2025, providing students with a new on-campus space for recreation, sports and wellness activities.

Also known as the Physical Education, Sports, Culture, Arts and Recreation (PESCAR) Court, the park was inaugurated with a prayer and blessing led by Rev. Fr. Jose Rex Jiloca, chaplain of the WVSU Medical Center.

University President Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz delivered a message highlighting the university’s commitment to promoting student well-being and active lifestyles through accessible and inclusive campus facilities.

Following the message, Dr. Villaruz led the ribbon-cutting ceremony, officially opening the Wellness Park in the presence of key university officials, PESCAR faculty and staff. Intermission performances by the WVSU TeatroTayo, Irong-irong Dance Cultural Group and the PESCAR Sports and Wellness Club followed the ceremony.

A tree-planting activity was held after the program, with university officials, faculty representatives, officers of the Board of Regents, and alumni leaders participating to replace trees removed during the construction of the facility.

The Wellness Park features two basketball courts convertible into volleyball courts and two sepak takraw courts, which will serve as sports venues and outdoor activity spaces for students, faculty and staff, reflecting WVSU’s continuing efforts to provide more inclusive and improved campus facilities that support student welfare and overall well-being.

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