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  • WVSU launches 12 pairs for Mr. and Ms. West 2026

    WVSU launches 12 pairs for Mr. and Ms. West 2026

    West Visayas State University (WVSU) officially introduced the 12 pairs vying for Mr. and Ms. West 2026 during a sashing ceremony held Feb. 16 at Jubilee Park.

    The launch formally kicked off this year’s pageant, which carries the theme “Vivant,” a French word meaning “alive.” Organizers said the theme reflects the University community’s shared pursuit of excellence, camaraderie and unity amid diversity as candidates prepare to serve as student ambassadors.

    Each candidate was formally sashed and accompanied by their respective college dean or campus administrator.

    Representing the College of Arts and Sciences are Benz Dominique Delariman and Rannah Chylla Reyes. The College of Education is represented by Charles Benedict Villegas and Athria Vidiot, while the College of Communication fields Arcel Vinz Agudo and Grace Beltran. From the College of PESCAR are Rizabel Maxine Vilches and Wyn Chryster Magpatoc.

    The College of Information and Communications Technology presents Athena Villarin and Augustine Seve Kang Bacale. Representing the College of Business and Management are Kyrsten Teodelle Dumayas and Dan Loyd Becodo, while the College of Nursing fields Rica Daniella Tan and Andrew Miguel Montero. The Integrated Laboratory School is represented by Zoe Alexandria Lanceta and Marvin Sorongon.

    External campuses are also represented: Pototan by Vea Nicole Juab and John Jorazz Palabrica; Himamaylan City by Johana Marie Oyog and Alvien Saraet; Lambunao by Elyza Marie Lasaleta and Michael Elvince Villanueva; and Janiuay by Jamir Chael Castillo and Shaine Amador.

    The activity was initiated by the Federated Alumni Association led by President Prof. Bonifacio Gaverza and the Faculty Association headed by President Prof. Shim Lester De Pio, with sponsorship from the College of Law under Dean Atty. Ian Thomas Besania and support from the College of Law Student Council and the Federated Student Council.

    Mr. and Ms. West 2026 is scheduled for Feb. 26 at the WVSU Cultural Center.

  • Canadian students immerse in Filipino heritage through traditional games at WVSU

    Canadian students immerse in Filipino heritage through traditional games at WVSU

    Five students from Mohawk College, Canada engaged in traditional Filipino games on February 17 at West Visayas State University (WVSU), offering them a fun and interactive way to immerse themselves in local culture while building connections with DagYoung Student Ambassadors.

    As part of their cultural engagement activities, the visiting students participated in well-loved Filipino childhood games such as Tumbang Preso, Langit-Lupa, Chinese Garter, Limbo Rack, Luksong Tinik, Kadang-kadang, and Patintero.

    Through these traditional games, the participants gained hands-on experience of Filipino customs that emphasize teamwork, agility, and community spirit. The activity fostered camaraderie between local and international students while deepening cultural understanding in an engaging and meaningful way.

    This initiative reflects WVSU’s continuing commitment to internationalization and cultural diversity by creating platforms where global visitors and local students can engage in meaningful exchanges that enrich both academic learning and personal growth.

    By Gladwyn B. Gustilo/ILLO

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  • Academic and cultural ties between WVSU and Mohawk College Canada deepened through student visit

    Academic and cultural ties between WVSU and Mohawk College Canada deepened through student visit

    Promoting academic and cultural exchange, West Visayas State University (WVSU) welcomed five students and one professor from Mohawk College for a visit from February 16 to 20, 2026.

    WVSU President Dr. Joselito Villaruz welcomed the delegation and reaffirmed the university’s commitment to fostering international linkages that enhance learning opportunities for students and faculty.

    Dr. Andrew Fedurko of Mohawk College expressed appreciation for the partnership and the warm reception extended by the university during the visit. He is accompanied by Jelson Sales, Mohawk College’s Market Specialist for Southeast Asia.

    Ms. Edel Carmela Subong-Csoka, Director of International and Local Linkages Office underscored the strengthening academic partnership between the two institutions, sharing that since 2023, five WVSU students have participated in student learning opportunities at Mohawk College.

    During their stay, visiting students from Mohawk College’s Media and Business School, specializing in e-sports administration, are engaging with counterparts from the College of Information and Communications Technology, College of Communication, College of Business and Management, and the College of Physical Education, Sports, Culture, Arts and Recreation.

    By Gladwyn B. Gustilo/ILLO

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  • WVSU welcomes Mohawk College delegation, introduces new officials at Feb. 16 ceremony

    WVSU welcomes Mohawk College delegation, introduces new officials at Feb. 16 ceremony

    West Visayas State University (WVSU) welcomed a delegation from Mohawk College in Canada and introduced new University officials during its Feb. 16 flag-raising ceremony, highlighting ongoing international partnerships and leadership transitions across campuses.

    The visiting delegation from Mohawk College will participate in academic and cultural activities from Feb. 16 to 20. Prof. Edel Carmela Subong-Csoka said WVSU has sent five students to Mohawk College for foreign exchange since 2023. This week, students from Mohawk’s Media and Business School specializing in e-sports administration are on campus.

    Dr. Andrew Fedurko of Mohawk College expressed appreciation for the collaboration between the two institutions. “We couldn’t ask for a better partner than your university here in Iloilo,” Fedurko said.

    Accompanied by Jelson Sales, Mohawk College’s market specialist for Southeast Asia and a WVSU alumnus, Fedurko described the visit as a “full circle” moment, noting that he had walked the same grounds more than 20 years ago and expressing gratitude for the warm reception.

    The University also recognized the engagement of DOST Balik Scientist Dr. Bernice Mae Yu Jeco-Espaldon, currently hosted by the WVSU Center for Research and Innovation in Science, Medicine and Education (CRISMED) under the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD) program. Her short-term engagement, which began Feb. 2, aims to strengthen research collaboration, curriculum development and capacity-building initiatives across colleges.

    Jeco-Espaldon described her first two weeks as “restless yet motivating,” citing ongoing collaborative research with faculty members and emphasizing the value of sustained partnerships.

    University President Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz also announced leadership updates, introducing Dr. Bonna Palma as the new dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, succeeding Dr. Alexander Balsomo, and Dr. Jose Ariel Tutor as the new campus administrator of the College of Agriculture and Forestry, replacing Dr. Joel Araquil, who retired Jan. 31. Villaruz said a new dean for the College of Medicine will be announced next week.

    In her message, Palma underscored servant leadership as the foundation of her administration, noting that leadership is defined not by position but by humility, integrity and service. “For in the end, I believe that leadership is not remembered by authority exercised but by lives uplifted, trust earned, and hearts inspired,” Palma said.

    The ceremony concluded with the presentation of the 12 pairs of candidates for Mr. and Ms. WVSU 2026, scheduled for Feb. 26 at the WVSU Cultural Center.

  • West Philippine Sea Protection drives maritime awareness at WVSU

    West Philippine Sea Protection drives maritime awareness at WVSU

    Reinforcing its commitment to global awareness and civic engagement, West Visayas State University convened a forum on February 14 focused on protecting the West Philippine Sea, underscoring the vital role of the youth in promoting maritime awareness.

    The event gathered students from NSTP–CWTS, ROTC, and the College of Education Graduate School.

    Representatives from the National Task Force delivered a lecture on Philippine national security and developments in the West Philippine Sea, outlining key geopolitical realities and the country’s maritime policies.

    The forum concluded with a poster-making activity, where students translated their insights into creative advocacy pieces.

    The program was mounted in collaboration with the National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea, International and Local Linkages Office, Office of the University President, NSTP–CWTS, ROTC, and the Center for Peace Education, demonstrating a shared commitment to informed and active citizenship.

    By Gladwyn B. Gustilo/ILLO

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  • WVSU selected among 30 HEIs for CHED-CBIE project advancing Canada-PH academic linkages

    WVSU selected among 30 HEIs for CHED-CBIE project advancing Canada-PH academic linkages

    West Visayas State University (WVSU) has been selected as one of the 30 Philippine Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to participate in the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) – Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) Project entitled “Leading Internationalization: Strengthening Institutional Capacity and Canada-Philippines Linkages.”

    CHED, in partnership with the Canadian Bureau for International Education and through its International Affairs Service (IAS), launched the initiative to strengthen academic and institutional ties between the Philippines and Canada, building on a collaboration that began in 2014. The project is supported by the Government of Canada through Global Affairs Canada (GAC) under the Indo-Pacific Regional Connectivity Envelope.

    The initiative aims to strengthen the IZN capacity of Philippine HEIs by equipping university administrators and key officials with foundational knowledge, leadership skills, and strategic tools to foster global engagement, particularly in developing and sustaining partnerships with Canadian institutions. The program will be delivered in a blended format, combining online synchronous and asynchronous learning sessions, and will culminate in an in-person workshop for a selected cohort of participants.

    Representing WVSU in the project are Dr. Ma. Asuncion Christine Dequilla, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Ms. Edel Carmela S. Subong-Csoka, Director of the International and Local Linkages Office (ILLO); and Dr. Michael Victor Gonzales, College of Agriculture and Forestry IZN Coordinator.

    Through this engagement, WVSU continues to strengthen its academic linkages with Canadian institutions and reaffirm its vision of becoming a globally competitive university responsive to the evolving landscape of international higher education.

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  • ILS Batch ’76 marks golden anniversary with homecoming at WVSU

    ILS Batch ’76 marks golden anniversary with homecoming at WVSU

    Graduates of the Integrated Laboratory School Batch 1976 returned to West Visayas State University to celebrate their 50th Anniversary Alumni Homecoming, reconnecting with classmates and revisiting their alma mater five decades later.

    Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Ma. Asuncion Christine V. Dequilla welcomed the group and shared updates on the university’s current academic developments and ongoing institutional initiatives.

    Director Jonathan Gloria of the University Alumni Affairs Office also presented recent accomplishments and activities of the WVSU Alumni Association, underscoring the university’s continued commitment to engaging and supporting its alumni community.

    Their golden gathering reaffirmed the enduring bond between the alumni and the university they continue to call home.

  • WVSU delegates touch down in India for e-Bridge student mobility and cultural exchange

    WVSU delegates touch down in India for e-Bridge student mobility and cultural exchange

    Strengthening its commitment to internationalization and global citizenship, the West Visayas State University (WVSU) delegation has arrived in Pune, India, for a 15-day mobility and cultural exchange program under the e-Bridge Intercultural Digital Learning initiative, scheduled from February 12 to 27, 2026.

    Leading the team is Dr. Antoniette D. Cortez, Director of the Center for Teaching Excellence and International Program Coordinator, along with e-Bridge teacher-volunteers: Chia Camelle C. Guillen and Louis Kenneth T. Visaya, both fourth-year BSED English students who began their e-Bridge journey as first-year volunteers, and Ann Mariel T. Ebiota, a second-year BSED English student.

    The three volunteers were selected by Reeves Rodrigues, founder of Poveda Foundation India and e-Bridge India coordinator.

    The mobility program offers an opportunity for meaningful face-to-face interactions with partner learners, enabling volunteers to gain deeper cultural insights, refine teaching strategies, and enhance the impact of their virtual engagements.

    Since its launch in 2022, the WVSU e-Bridge Intercultural Digital Learning Program has grown into a dynamic platform for global collaboration. The partnership was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between WVSU and Education for an Interdependent World (EDIW), represented by WVSU President Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz and Dr. Emma T. Melgarejo, EDIW Project Coordinator for Asia and America, on behalf of EDIW President Dr. Julia Maria González Ferreras of Brussels, Belgium.

    This international engagement is part of Phase Eight of the EDIW e-Bridge Program, reinforcing the WVSU–EDIW partnership and its commitment to global citizenship education and borderless learning.

    By Gladwyn B. Gustilo/ILLO

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  • WVSU, Linguistic Society seal partnership for LSP international conference

    WVSU, Linguistic Society seal partnership for LSP international conference

    West Visayas State University (WVSU) and the Linguistic Society of the Philippines (LSP) formalized their partnership on Feb. 9 with the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement, confirming WVSU as host of the 8th LSP International Conference (LSPIC 2026) set for April 23–25 in Iloilo City.

    The agreement strengthens WVSU’s role as a hub for national and international academic exchange, with LSPIC 2026 expected to bring together scholars, educators and researchers to examine emerging linguistic studies and the role of language in shaping communities.

    College of Education Dean Dr. Ricky M. Magno welcomed participants, followed by an overview of the conference by LSPIC 2026 co-director Esperval Cezhar H. Cadiao. Dr. Victoria Albacete introduced the WVSU organizing team, while LSP President Dr. Rachelle Ballesteros-Lintao presented the LSP Board and underscored the significance of the collaboration.

    The ceremony also included separate MOA signings with the Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) and the Department of Education (DepEd), broadening institutional cooperation in support of education and academic programs.

    WVSU OIC-President Dr. Peter Ernie D. Paris expressed the University’s full support as conference host, saying, “Seeing the LSP, ISUFST, DepEd, and WVSU have come together, this fills us with immense pride. Our officials and University community are fully committed to ensuring that this partnership will be a success.”

    Cultural performances by the Irong-Irong Dance Company and the Panayana Cultural Group highlighted the program, which concluded with closing remarks from Prof. Cadiao reaffirming WVSU’s commitment to academic excellence, service and sustained engagement through national and local partnerships.

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  • WVSU secures CSC registration of Collective Negotiation Agreement

    WVSU secures CSC registration of Collective Negotiation Agreement

    West Visayas State University (WVSU) marked a milestone in labor-management relations on Feb. 10 as the Civil Service Commission (CSC)– RO VI Office awarded the Certificate of Registration for the University’s Collective Negotiation Agreement (CNA).

    The registration formally recognizes negotiated agreements between the University administration and employee organizations, reinforcing protections, benefits and cooperative mechanisms for both teaching and non-teaching personnel.

    The awarding ceremony, held at the WVSU Board Room, was attended by officers and board members of the WVSU–Non-Teaching Personnel Organization Inc. (WVSU-NPO Inc.) and the WVSU Federated Faculty Association (WVSU-FFA). WVSU-NPO Inc. President Joy Fullo and WVSU-FFA President Prof. Shim Lester De Pio represented their respective groups and expressed appreciation to the CSC, the University administration and their members for the recognition.

    CSC VI Acting Director III Andre L. Ladigohon underscored the broader significance of the agreement, saying, “This moment is more than ceremonial; it is a testament that employee unionism in West Visayas State University is not a passing practice but a tradition. It reflects an institutional culture that recognizes employees, values partnerships, and believes that excellent public service begins with a respected workforce.” He added, “A CNA is not just a document; it is a product of dialogue, trust, and shared responsibility. When done right, it improves morale, strengthens cooperation, and supports institutional performance.”

    WVSU President Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz said the CSC registration affirms the legitimacy and value of the University’s labor partnerships. “The recognition of these agreements by the Civil Service Commission affirms that our partnerships are not only valid but also grounded in law, policy, and the principles of good governance. It strengthens our resolve to work hand in hand in fostering a harmonious workplace where both teaching and non-teaching personnel are empowered to contribute meaningfully to the mission of the university,” he said.

    The CNA registration marks a key step in strengthening workplace welfare and cooperation at WVSU, supporting a work environment where dialogue and shared responsibility are integral to delivering quality public service.

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