Story by Shianne Michael Dela PeñaPhotos by Hazel P. Villa West Visayas State University acknowledged the resounding success of its delegates at the 11th Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges National Culture and the Arts Festival (PASUC-NCAF) 2024 during a flag ceremony held in front of the Administration Building on April 29, 2024. The College of PESCAR proudly presented its champion performance of Sala Ti Alat during the ceremony, marking a significant milestone in the university’s cultural journey. Sala Ti Alat clinched the championship title in the Philippine Folkdance category at the PASUC-NCAF last April 24. Moreover, the administration of West Visayas State University took the opportunity to extend well-deserved recognition to the entire university delegation for their outstanding performances in various competitions during the event. Notably, Jon Athan Maypa, a second-year BCAED student, secured second place in Instrumental Piano (Solo). Likewise, the Short and Sweet Play-Musical, and Short and Sweet Play-Dialogue bagged the second place. The Indigenous Dance (Tarektek) placed third. WVSU-COP also showcased diverse talents in other fields, including Lynden John Tajolosa in Pencil Drawing, Jenny Rose Balboa in the Kundiman category, Lovely Delos Reyes in Vocal Pop (Solo), and the WVSU Panayana Cultural Group for the Standard Chorale Competition. Recognized during the flag ceremony were Professor-Trainers from the College of PESCAR, namely Professor Liberty R. Porras, Professor Jon Kristoffer E. Deguma, Professor Noel P. Mondejar, Dr. Jemuel Garcia Jr., Professor Ryan Puljanan, Professor Rocky Penuela, Professor Rus Will Ledesma, Professor Ronie Libutaque, Professor Nenitte Bajador, Professor Hennel Rhee Funtecha, Professor Sheila Ann Montero, Ms. Febrah Mae Tacorda, and Mr. Leonard Catedrilla.
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TO BOOST OUTPUTS: WVSU profs attend research writing workshop with top researcher
To enhance research-related outputs, such as commentaries, essays, opinion pieces, notes, and longer articles, approximately 40 WVSU professors participated in a Writeshop focused on Varied Article Types for Journal Publication.
The 2-day workshop, held on April 29-30, 2024, was led by Prof. Don Prisno III, editor-in-chief of Public Health Challenges (Wiley) and Deputy Editor-in-Chief of BMC Global Health Research and Policy.
Prof. Prisno, a medical doctor and global health scientist specializing in health equity, covered the following topics on the first day: Landscape of WVSU Research, Types of Articles, and Journal Selection.
On April 30, Prof. Prisno will guide WVSU professors in a workshop on Developing a Topic and Writing the Manuscript.
Meanwhile, Dr. Greta Gabinete, WVSU Vice President for Research and Extension, stated in her opening remarks that the workshop “aims to maximize scholarly impact by exploring key insights and strategies for enhancing research visibility and influence.”
Hosted on the 4th floor of the Research and Extension Building of WVSU, participants are expected to produce five outputs each within five days for submission to Dr. Prisno, who leads a global initiative, “Achieving University Excellence through Research,” addressing global research inequity.
Prof. Prisno teaches Economics of Global Health Policy at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and International Health at the University of the Philippines (Open University). He was a Visiting Scientist at Harvard Medical School and currently holds Adjunct and Visiting Professorship at various universities in Asia.
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Capping and candle lighting ceremony of batch Vesta, WVSU CON Class 2026
Today, Batch Vesta, the College of Nursing Class of 2026, celebrates a momentous occasion as they gather at the West Visayas State University (WVSU) Cultural Center for their Capping and Candle lighting Ceremony. This significant event marks their transition into practical caregiving, illuminating their candles as a symbol of their commitment to excellence in nursing.
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Dr. Villaruz presents WVSU’s FY 2025 budget to DBM
Dr. Joselito Villaruz presented West Visayas State University (WVSU)’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Technical Budget to the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) at Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) today, April 11, 2024. The event focused on discussing and analyzing the university’s financial requirements and plans for the upcoming fiscal year.
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Dr. Villaruz graces blessing of the new kidney unit of WVSU Medical Center
Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz graced the blessing of the new kidney unit at West Visayas State University (WVSU) Medical Center. This state-of-the-art facility aims to enhance the institution’s capacity to treat kidney-related ailments and improve patient care in the region.
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Dr. Villaruz administers oath of 479 WVSU Medical Center hospital employees
In a remarkable event marking the 37th Founding Anniversary of West Visayas State University (WVSU) Medical Center, Dr. Villaruz presided over a mass oath-taking ceremony for 479 employees, and also honored the retirees. This significant gathering exemplified the university’s commitment to fostering professional growth and unity among its healthcare workforce.
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WVSU enters usurfruct agreement with LGU Lambunao and Brgy. Jayobo
West Visayas State University (WVSU), through Dr. Villaruz, signed a usufruct agreement with Brgy. Jayobo, Lambunao, today, April 3, 2024, at the Lambunao Government Center. This agreement will allow them to utilize WVSU-CAF land for the construction of a gymnasium and multi-purpose hall. Dr. Villaruz emphasized that this project aligns with the university’s core function of extension, benefiting the community at large.
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COA holds annual audit exit conferences for WVSU main and external campuses
The Commission on Audit (COA) held Annual Audit Exit Conference on April 2, 2024 to discuss the Audit Findings of the accounts and operations of the West Visayas State University (WVSU) Main and External Campuses. This conference held at the Research Building, ensures fair and balanced reporting process allowing the WVSU Management to present their perspective.
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PUBLIC ADVISORY RETAKE SCHEDULE (April Update)
The West Visayas State University informs the concerned examinees of the UPDATED testing centers for the upcoming West Visayas State University (WVSU) Admissions Examination on April 14, 2024, Sunday.
Please take note of the following details:
Iloilo City – WVSU Main Campus
Brgy. Jayobo, Lambunao, Iloilo – WVSU CAF Campus
Calinog, Iloilo – WVSU Calinog Campus
Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental – WVSU Himamaylan City Campus
Janiuay, Iloilo – WVSU Janiuay Campus
Lambunao, Iloilo – WVSU Lambunao Campus
Pototan, Iloilo – WVSU Pototan Campus
Aklan – Aklan State University – Kalibo
Capiz – Capiz State University – Roxas City
Antique – University of Antique – Sibalom
Negros Occidental – Carlos Hilado Memorial State University – Talisay City
Palawan – Palawan State University – Main
NCR – Philippine Normal University
Mindanao – Tacurong City Cultural and Sports Center, Sultan Kudarat
We advise the examinees to check their respective emails regularly to
stay up to date.Thank you for your continued understanding.
WVSU Administration
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Dr. Villaruz congratulates WVSU reps for Mr. and Ms. RASUC VI
Dr. Villaruz extended his congratulations to Kyle Palabrica and Lucas Gerard Arañador, who proudly represented West Visayas State University in the Search for Mr. & Ms. RASUC-VI 2024. Demonstrating their remarkable performance, Palabrica and Arañador were hailed as third runner-up and first runner-up, respectively.
