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On July 30, 2024, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) Region VI met with Dr. Joselito Villaruz to discuss possible collaboration on the 3P’s (Pagbulig, Pagpabakod, Pag-Uswag) project, aiming to enhance literacy, numeracy, and entrepreneurial skills of Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs).
Dr. Joselito Villaruz conferred the Doctor of Medicine degrees upon 109 students during the West Visayas State University (WVSU) College of Medicine’s Commencement Exercises, held today, July 25, 2024 at the WVSU Cultural Center.
Congratulations, taga-West MDs!
West Visayas State University (WVSU) International and Local Linkages Office strengthened its international efforts through a seminar-workshop on innovation in internationalization (IZN) strategies in Pototan campus on July 24, 2024.
Prof. Edel Carmela Subong-Csoka, Director of International and Local Linkages Office, talked on ILLO mandates, strategic planning, accomplishments and upcoming foreign scholarship opportunities. Also, she underlined the important role of internationalization in Higher Education Institutions.
The ILLO staff led discussions on topics relevant to IZN operations–Ms. Alisa Mei Locsin talked on necessary paperwork and requirements needed for international travel; Mr. Nelson Tajanlangit tackled matters on budget and itinerary preparation and Mr. Gladwyn Gustilo introduced basic news writing on internationalization.
This activity aimed to orient students, IZN coordinator, faculty and unit heads on internationalization and taking and making opportunities in local and foreign institutions.
The event was attended by Dr. Raymund Gemora, Campus Administrator of WVSU Pototan; Prof. Claudine May Leysa, Public Affairs and Linkages Coordinator; Dr. Lauro E. Estecomen, IZN Coordinator of WVSU Pototan campus; Unit Heads; Deans and DagYoung Student Ambassadors from the different colleges and campuses.
To strengthen the ties within the WVSU system for a greater university student representation, the International and Local Linkages Office (ILLO) hosted the DagYoung Ambassadors’ Meeting and Election on July 23, 2024 at the Center for Teaching Excellence.
The Director of International and Local Linkages office, Ms. Edel Carmela Subong-Csoka, welcomed the student ambassadors coming from the different colleges and campuses of the WVSU system. She highlighted the importance of DagYoung Ambassadors in local and international partnerships, reiterating their roles in working with the strategic internationalization plans, programs and activities of the colleges and campuses for the purpose of Internationalization (IZN).
The event serves as an avenue for DagYoung Ambassadors to understand the value of university representation as they are now going to be in full force operations starting the first semester of this year.
Approved by the Board of Regents in 2022, the DagYoung Ambassadors refers to the official student ambassadors of the University. This assembly of students embodies the values and excellence the University has imparted and they aim to thrust WVSU into the international stage as it transitions into a research-centered institution.
The Student Ambassadors will be at the forefront of this significant milestone that is geared towards achieving the University’s mission, vision, and core values. They are composed of different student volunteers from the colleges and campuses of the WVSU system who are mandated to: assist in welcoming domestic and international partners of the University; coordinate with the Directors of ILLO and Public Affairs and Communications Office with regards to diplomatic and consular relations activities; work with the college/campus internationalization coordinators in the internationalization plans, programs, and activities of the college/campus; conduct International Program that promotes global competitiveness to students; create an internationalization plan for the students of the University; promote international friendship; and, advocate for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals in the University and its local and international partners.
West Visayas State University (WVSU) bagged Excellence in Internationalization (IZN) Initiatives awards for two straight years, during the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Regional Quality Awards in celebration of its Founding Anniversary and 4th National Higher Education Day held at Urdaneta Hall, University of San Agustin on May 29, 2024.
The CHED Regional Quality Awards celebrates the outstanding efforts and initiatives of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in various categories such as instruction, research, and community extension, among many others.
President Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz and International and Local Linkages Office (ILLO) Director, Prof. Edel Carmela S. Subong-Csoka, with Dr. Peter Ernie Paris, VP for Administration and Finance, received the award.
ILLO acknowledges the effort of the entire WVSU system in this achievement, to strengthen its internationalization efforts and widen its network of international partners for academic, research, and community engagement programs and activities.
Furthermore, WVSU excelled in various areas earning recognition across multiple categories. The university received the following awards:
- Multiple Outstanding Board Performance Awards for the Physician Licensure Examination (PLE), Nursing Licensure Examination (NLE), and Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET)
- Award for Excellence in Community Extension
- Award for Excellence in Research
- Award for Excellence in Internationalization Initiatives
- Award for Excellence in Peace Education
- Model Implementer: SIKAP
- Recognition for the Provision of Support to CHEDRO VI’s Endeavors
Key university officials, including Dr. Ma. Asuncion Christine Dequilla, VP for Academic Affairs; Dr. Greta G. Gabinete, VP for Research, Innovation and Extension; Dr. Peter Ernie D. Paris, VP for Administration and Finance; Dr. Reymund B. Flores, Director of University Planning and Development Office (UPDO); Dr. Celina C. Gellada, VP for Medical and Allied Sciences; Dr. Ma. Pilar S. Malata, Dean of the Office of Student Affairs; Dr. Rejie F. Palmos, Coordinator of Center for Peace Education; Dr. Ricky P. Becodo, Director of University Extension & Development Center, were also present to receive the various recognitions.
WVSU’s remarkable achievements in the CHED Regional Quality Awards serve as a testament to its dedication to excellence and its significant contributions to the advancement of higher education in the region and in the country.
West Visayas State University (WVSU) welcomed the visitors from Guimaras State University (GSU) for a benchmarking activity on May 24, 2024.
Joining the discussion were the representatives from GSU, spearheaded by Dr. Jonathan Gabion Campus Administrator GSU; Shyra V. Maximo, Planning Officer III GSU; Gail Gwyneth Ronzales, Administrative Officer IV GSU; Felizardo S. Valdez III, Project Development Officer III and Engr. Ruben M. Habaña, Project Engineer.
The discussions centered around efficient space utilization, physical planning, sustainable design principles and management structures, with Dr. Reymund B. Flores, Director of University Planning and Development Office (UPDO).
Both WVSU and GSU now have a solid foundation that will enhance the quality of education and further academic excellence.
This activity aimed to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange between the two esteemed institutions.
West Visayas State University International (WVSU) and Local Linkages office conducted an Orientation-Meeting on Internationalization and Scholarship Opportunities in WVSU Lambunao Campus on May 24, 2024.
Led by Prof. Edel Carmela S. Subong-Csoka, Director of International and Local Linkages Office (ILLO), she discussed the ILLO mandates, accomplishments and upcoming foreign scholarship opportunities. Also, she underlined the important role of internationalization in Higher Education Institutions.
Ms. Alisa Mei Locsin, ILLO Staff, tackled the necessary paperwork and requirements needed for international travel and Mr. Nelson Tajanlangit, ILLO Staff, talked on matters on budget and itinerary preparation.
This activity aimed to orient and select students from different campuses, faculty and unit heads on internationalization and taking and making opportunities in local and foreign institutions.
The event was attended by Dr. Mary Josephine Bautista Campus Administrator of WVSU Lambunao; Dr. Isauro Sindol, IZN Coordinator of WVSU Lambunao; Unit Heads; Deans and DagYoung Student Ambassadors of Lambunao campus.
West Visayas State University (WVSU) and Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA) entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on May 23, 2024, to enhance and fortify the university’s national volunteer service and community extension program.
The signing ceremony led by PNVSCA’s Executive Director, Donald James D. Gawe and WVSU’s President Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz, solidifies both PNVSCA and WVSU’s commitment to advocate for volunteerism, deepening the sense of camaraderie and unity among faculty, staff, and students.
Dr. Villaruz said, “This partnership will open more doors for us to collaborate with established organizations and will accelerate the implementation of programs and enhance our systems and services.”
Present in the signing ceremony were Prof. Edel Carmela Subong-Csoka, Director of International and Local Linkages Office; Mr. Marlon Jinon, Chief EDS, NEDA VI; Dr. Ma. Pilar Malata, Dean of Students; Dr. Francis Pantino, Director of the National Service Training Program; Mr. Ian Sumagaysay, Director of the Disaster Risk Reduction Management Unit WVSU; Dr. Isauro Sindol, IZN Coordinator of WVSU Lambunao; Dr. Lea Escantilla-Lebuna, Planning Officer of CAF, and the DagYoung Student Ambassadors from the different colleges and campuses.
The West Visayas State University – College of Agriculture and Forestry (CAF) Emergency Response Team (ERT) composed of student volunteers, also attended. They have been involved with volunteerism efforts in the CAF and with the local government of Lambunao. The CAF ERT is under the supervision of Dr. Escantilla-Lebuna.
The partnership allows both WVSU and PNVSCA to collaborate in mainstreaming volunteerism in the academe, implement volunteerism-related activities, promote and advocate volunteerism, build volunteerism statistics and, help in nation-building.
West Visayas State University (WVSU) International and Local Linkage Office (ILLO) joined other internationalization offices of higher educational institutions in the Philippines on Students’ Exchange Mobility with France, hosted by the Embassy of France and Micronesia on May 14-16, 2024.
Prof. Edel Carmela S. Subong-Csoka, Director of WVSU ILLO, was in Makati City as official representative of the University.
This seminar establishes an enriching program designed to foster collaboration among French and Philippine education higher institutions in terms of education, research, and cultural exchange.
It is recalled that WVSU was chosen as one of the only 9 colleges and universities to join the 2024 FEF-R Project on Students’ Exchange Mobility aiming the development of student’s exchange between France and the Philippines.
