WVSU-CICT’s Bachelor of Science in Entertainment and Multimedia Computing (BSEMC) pioneer batch graduated this year, as West Visayas State University holds its face-to-face Commencement Exercises 2022 on July 21, 2022, at the WVSU Cultural Center and streamed live on WVSU Facebook Page.
The Bachelor of Science in Entertainment and Multimedia Computing (BSEMC) program is one of the newest recognized programs by the Commission on Higher Education. The CHED first recognized WVSU’s BSEMC program in 2018, with Mr. Evan Sumido who was assigned as BSEMC Department Chair. Its main objective is to produce professional artists in charge of creating multimedia art products in the fields of science, entertainment, education, simulations, and advertising.
The first cohort of the BSEMC was launched last 2018 with 2 specializations: Digital Animation Technology and Game Development, at West Visayas State University-College of Information and Communication Technology, under Dr. Joel De Castro, former CICT Dean. The total of 18 students under BSEMC majoring in Digital Animation Technology received their diplomas last July 21, 2022. Out of 18 BSEMC students, 11 graduated with Latin honors, with two Magna Cum Laude, and nine Cum Laude.
This batch also brought back the Alima Artists’ Group, which became the degree’s official student group, led by Paolo Jose Abulencia. At the most recent University Virtual Org Fest 2021, the Alima Artists’ Group was hailed as the champions in a promotional video contest out of hundred organizations inside the campus.
During their Internship Training Program, the BSEMC Senior students were dispersed around various companies and studios namely, ADA Asia, Mulave Studios, Panay News, Prometheus, and GTBI on their on-the-job training which developed their expertise and get them ready for their future professions. In fact, before graduation, three BSEMC students were employed by their on-the-job training studios.
BSEMC degree in the Philippines is one of the most sought-after employment options due to the global rise of technology. The entertainment and multimedia sectors seek competitive and competent professionals to be their partners in the sector as it has been evolving for years.
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