The 2026 University Days broadcast competitions highlighted both the emergence of new champions and the sustained excellence of established contenders, as colleges vied for top honors in the Newscasting and Radio Drama categories on Day 4, January 30, at the COC Building.
The events underscored the university’s growing culture of media practice and performance across disciplines.
In the Newscasting Category, the College of Nursing emerged as champion, marking a breakthrough victory after years of competition. The College of Communication, which entered the contest as back-to-back champion and eyeing a third straight title, placed fifth in this year’s results. Completing the rankings were the College of Education in second place, Lambunao Campus in third, and the College of Arts and Sciences in fourth.
The College of Nursing’s championship was led by Francis Immanuel Fuentespina, who improved on his second-place finish last year to finally secure the top spot. His return and strong showing contributed to the college’s first-place finish, signaling steady growth and competitiveness in campus broadcast journalism.
Despite the setback in newscasting, the College of Communication proved its enduring excellence in broadcast arts as it continued to reign supreme in the Radio Drama Competition, clinching its fourth championship title in the annual University Days. The College of Nursing placed second, followed by the College of Arts and Sciences in third, College of PESCAR in fourth, and the College of Agriculture and Forestry in fifth.
The Radio Drama victory reflects the College of Communication’s continued strength in creative audio production, highlighting its training in storytelling, performance, and technical execution.
This year’s UDays broadcast competition showcased not only rivalry but also resilience, growth, and excellence among colleges highlighting the breadth of talent and commitment to media practice across the university.
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2026 University Days Special Coverage by WVSU Student Publications
Write-up by Gierson Bordon/The Mediator
Photos by Ken Torres and Matthew Immanuel Sayman/The Mediator
