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24/12/2025

𝑳𝑰𝑻𝑬𝑹𝑨𝑹𝒀 | 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬

Every year, thousands of Filipino families live with empty chairs at the table. Parents leave home to work abroad, chasing opportunities that their own country cannot provide. Their absence is felt in quiet mornings, missed celebrations, and children growing up with voices over the phone instead of hugs. This is the life of Overseas Filipino Workers, whose love and sacrifice stretch across borders to hold their families together.

Days are measured by messages and video calls. Birthdays are celebrated in small screens. Graduations are watched from afar. Children learn patience, and parents learn endurance. Love changes its shape, becoming gestures of care and proof of presence in the simplest acts. Remittances, calls, and prayers become threads that connect hearts even when miles separate them.

Families learn to endure and to find strength in absence. A mother comforts herself with memories of laughter. A father finds courage in the hope of returning home. Longing becomes a reminder of devotion, and distance becomes a lesson in patience.

Sacrifice may be quiet, but its impact is profound. Love endures, families survive, and hope carries them through every day apart. In the life of an OFW, absence is not the end. It is proof that love can persist beyond presence, and that family remains unbroken no matter the distance.

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𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞: 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐞
𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐥𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐛

21/12/2025

𝑶𝑷𝑰𝑵𝑰𝑶𝑵 | 𝑺𝑬𝑵𝑻𝑰𝑴𝑶𝑵𝑮 𝑳𝑼𝑴𝑰𝑳𝑰𝑷𝑨𝑫, 𝑴𝑨𝑴𝑨𝑴𝑨𝒀𝑨𝑵𝑮 𝑳𝑼𝑴𝑼𝑳𝑼𝑩𝑶𝑮

Paano nga ba natin haharapin ang mundo kung ang bawat sentimo natin ay tila lumilipad na lamang sa hangin dahil sa patuloy na pagtaas ng presyo ng mga bilihin?

Hindi ba’t nakakalungkot isipin na sa patuloy na pag-usbong ng teknolohiya ay tila kasabay naman nito ang pagbaon ng bansa sa mas mahirap na kalagayan? Dahil sa patuloy na pagtaas ng presyo ng bilihin at mababang sahod, maraming mamamayan ang namomroblema kung paano nila haharapin ang araw-araw na pamumuhay—hindi alam kung saan kukuha ng sapat na pantustos sa kanilang pangangailangan.

Sa kawalan ng disenteng trabaho, mababang sahod, at patuloy na kahirapan, nagiging permanenteng pabigat sa milyun-milyong Pilipino ang patuloy na pagtaas ng presyo ng bilihin. Nagiging dahilan ito upang ang ilang ordinaryong mamamayan ay mapilitang gumawa ng mga krimeng labag sa batas upang maibigay lamang ang sapat na pangangailangan ng kanilang pamilya.

Maging ang mga estudyante ay lubhang apektado rin ng biglaang pagtaas ng presyo ng mga bilihin. Ultimo ang maliliit at kapiranggot na piraso ng gulay ay tumaas nang husto ang presyo, kaya’t nagiging dagdag ito sa alalahanin ng mga mag-aaral. Ayon sa ulat ng ABS-CBN News, tumaas ang presyo ng gulay sa iba’t ibang bahagi ng bansa, lalo na sa mga lugar na naapektuhan ng bagyo at matinding pagbaha, na nagdulot ng kakulangan sa suplay. Malaki ang epekto nito sa bansa, lalo na sa mga karaniwang mamamayan.

Isa ito sa masaklap na realidad ng ating bansa: patuloy ang pagtaas ng presyo habang nananatiling mababa ang sahod at kita. Dahil dito, mas lalo pang nababaon sa kahirapan ang mga mamamayan. Paano nga ba babangon ang bansa kung magpapatuloy ang ganitong sistema, kasabay pa ng paglaganap ng korapsyon?

Ngunit sino nga ba ang dapat managot—ang mga mamamayan ba o ang gobyernong namamahala? Hindi ba’t mas nararapat na tayo’y magkaisa upang makamtan ang isang maunlad at asensadong bansa?

Tayo ay Pilipino, at likas sa atin ang pakikipagkapwa-tao. Nawa’y sabay-sabay nating labanan ang ganitong sirkulasyon ng lipunan. Marami na ang pinagdadaanan ng bansa, kaya’t kinakailangan ang pagtutulungan ng bawat isa—upang hindi lamang sentimo ang makausad, kundi pati na rin ang mga mamamayan.

“Habang ang presyo’y patuloy na tumataas at ang pag-asa’y unti-unting nauupos, sama-sama tayong babangon, gaano man kabigat ang ating paglalakbay.”

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𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞: 𝐄𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐑𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐨𝐚
𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐥𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐛

20/12/2025

𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 | 𝐀𝐂𝐒𝐂 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐝 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫

Cagayan State University–Aparri’s Campus Student Council (ACSC) conducted a community outreach program titled “Pamasko: Meals on Wheels – Rolling Care, Sharing Hope, Nourishing Young Hearts” for children at The Good Shepherd Shelter for Children Incorporation on December 19, 2025, at Jurisdiction, Lal-lo, Cagayan.

The activity aimed to provide support, meals, gifts, and interactive activities to the children and was led by the CSC President Krisha A. Publico along with other CSC officers, and was attended by CSC Adviser Iolani A. Silvestre, who also assisted in the distribution of food to the beneficiaries.

During the program, student leaders helped distribute food packs and gifts, ensuring that each child received meals and simple Christmas presents.

The CSC officers also organized games and recreational activities for the children, giving out prizes such as candies and small tokens to add excitement and enjoyment to the celebration.

In addition, the outreach encouraged compassion, solidarity, and a spirit of service among the student volunteers while bringing joy and hope to the children during the Christmas season.

Through this initiative, the ACSC strengthened its commitment to extending care and learning beyond the campus while fostering meaningful engagement with the community.

Overall, the outreach allowed CSU–Aparri to celebrate the holiday season by nurturing empathy, unity, and social responsibility within the wider community.

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𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞: 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥 𝐉𝐨𝐲 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐚ñ𝐨
𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬: 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐞, 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐥𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐛, 𝐍𝐨𝐞𝐥 𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐚 𝐉𝐫.

18/12/2025

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝐂𝐒𝐔𝐀-𝐂𝐓𝐄 𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟖 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐄𝐓 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫

The College of Teacher Education of Cagayan State University Aparri Campus recorded outstanding results in the recently concluded Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) 2025, as released by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), after ranking Top 8 nationwide among schools with more than 100 examinees, while also producing its first-ever national topnotcher.

For the Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd) program, the campus posted a strong passing performance, with 92 out of 100 first takers passing the examination, while 2 out of 5 retakers made it to the cut. In total, 94 out of 105 examinees passed, marking an 89.52% institutional passing rate, which is significantly higher than the 51.04% national passing rate. Moreover, Jericha Pedronan, a BEED and one of the passers secured a spot in the Top 10 marking CSU-Aparri's first-ever national topnotcher.

Meanwhile, the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd) program also recorded commendable results, with 64 out of 65 first takers passing the examination. Overall, 69 out of 77 examinees successfully passed, registering an 89.61% institutional passing rate, which surpassed the 72.62% national passing rate.

In a statement, Dr. Rolly A. Acidera, Dean of the College of Teacher Education, expressed pride in the milestone achieved by the college.“This milestone is a testament to the hard work and discipline of our future teachers, as well as the undying efforts of the college faculty,” he said.

At the same time, these passers took the 2025 Licensure Examination for Teachers administered under the new outcomes-based Table of Specifications, aligned with the Philippine Qualifications Framework Level 6 and the Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers.

via | Jerome Albeyas

16/12/2025

𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 | 𝐂𝐇𝐌 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰

The College of Hospitality Management set the stage with powerful and compelling performances, showcasing their talent, creativity, passion, and camaraderie during the much-awaited Cultural Show, bearing the theme “Honoring my Roots: HM Dreams in Action,” held on December 16, 2025, at the CSU-Aparri Gymplex.

CHM students proved their excellence in performing arts as they showcased their musical talent, expressive movements, confidence, and artistry through singing, dancing, and other socio-cultural activities.

Meanwhile, the event ended with two (2) unity dance, namely: Tatak CSU and Pasko sa Pinas, which portray joy, hope, positivity, celebration, and togetherness amid the personal and academic challenges they faced.

Held every first Monday of the month after the flag ceremony, the Cultural Show serves as a platform for CSU students to express their artistry, strengthen camaraderie, and celebrate culture across the campus.

𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞: Jay Ar Andres
𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬: Anthony Umayam & Oliver Bravo

15/12/2025

𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 | 𝐂𝐒𝐔–𝐀𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢 𝐂𝐈𝐂𝐒 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐭 2𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐑𝐈𝐂 2025 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐚

The College of Information and Computing Sciences (CICS) of Cagayan State University–Aparri secured a Silver Award at the 2nd International 3-Minute Research and Innovation Competition (MRIC) 2025, held virtually on December 11, 2025, with international participants joining via Zoom.

The award-winning capstone project, Ybanagify Translator, was developed by John Joseph Ablog, with team members Jaylord Sebastian and Lherna Raquinio, under the guidance of Prof. Billy S. Javier and capstone adviser Franksel P. Tindoc Jr. The team represented the Philippines as the sole entry, highlighting a significant achievement for both the campus and the country.

More than 99 undergraduate participants from different countries competed in the event, and on December 10, 2025, the CICS team delivered their formal presentation titled “Ybanagify: A Digital Translator Preserving Aparri’s Native Language,” emphasizing the project’s goal of supporting cultural preservation through technology.

The Ybanagify Translator aims to revitalize the Ybanag language by providing an accessible digital tool for language learning and preservation. The Silver Award recognition affirms the project’s innovation and impact, reflecting CSU–Aparri’s growing presence in international research and technology platforms.

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𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞: 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥 𝐉𝐨𝐲 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐚ñ𝐨

13/12/2025

𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 | 𝐂𝐒𝐔𝐀 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫-𝐚-𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐬

Cagayan State University — Aparri Campus students, faculty, and staff took part in the University-Wide-For-a-Cause activity “Fun Walk for Calayan,” organized by the Aparri Campus Student Council (ACSC). The event took place on December 11, 2025, covering the designated routes around Aparri, Cagayan.

To raise funds for the affected communities of Calayan Island due to the devastation caused by Super Typhoon Nando, registration fees were required from the participants, amounting to 30 pesos for students and 100 pesos for faculty and staff.

Before the activity commence, participants gathered and assembled at the CSU-A Administration building for warm-up exercises, led by the faculty and staff, Dr. Remalyn A. Ocampo, Ma'am Eleanor D. Canonizado, Sir Jann Patrick, Ma'am Richelle A. Javier, and Sir Joshua T. Contara.

Moreover, Campus, College, and Classroom Student Council, together with the Specialized Organizations officers, were also present in the said activity, fostering camaraderie and a shared commitment to service.

Meanwhile, this activity aims to promote health, wellness, camaraderie, and active engagement within the Institutional setting while taking an initiatives to support fellow CSUans from Calayan island who are in need of assistance from the CSU-A community.

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𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞: 𝐉𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐫 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬
𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬: 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐔𝐦𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐦, 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐞

12/12/2025

𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 | 𝐂𝐒𝐂 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 “𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄” 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐅𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚

The Cagayan State University–Aparri Campus Student Council (CSC) held its extension program “RISE: Renewed Initiatives for Service Empowerment” on December 11, 2025, at Barangay Fabrica, Lal-lo, Cagayan, which aimed to extend learning, support, and community engagement to local children through educational and wellness-focused activities.

The program opened with welcome remarks from Cedric Sales, CSC Co-Adviser, who acknowledged the barangay officials in attendance and emphasized the purpose of the outreach. “Ang activity na ito ay upang magbigay tulong sa mga katulad ninyong nangangailangan ng onting tulong. Ang mga batang ito, ang Student Leaders, ay nagorganisa nito upang makapaghandog ng tulong sa kapwa,” he said as he thanked the community for participating.

CSC Senator and Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the President Christian I. Ramos highlighted the broader intention behind the initiative, focusing on inclusion and service. “Ang programang ito ay inorganisa ng mga Kabataang Lider ng Cagayan State University–Aparri upang maghatid ng tulong at magbigay ng kaunting kaalaman sa ating mga kababayang Aeta. Sa pamamagitan ng RISE, layunin naming iparamdam na hindi kayo kakaiba, na kayo ay tanggap sa komunidad, at hindi kayo nag-iisa,” he said.

Throughout the event, CSC officers facilitated learning-centered games, storytelling sessions, and interactive activities designed to promote creativity, well-being, and positive values among the children. The Council also distributed essential food supplies as part of its commitment to support the community’s basic needs.

The CSC shared that it hopes to continue expanding its outreach programs, ensuring that CSU–Aparri remains actively involved in uplifting nearby communities through education and service.

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𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞: 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥 𝐉𝐨𝐲 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐚ñ𝐨
𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬: 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐞, 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐨

08/12/2025

𝑶𝑷𝑰𝑵𝑰𝑶𝑵 | 𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒏 500 𝑷𝒆𝒔𝒐𝒔 𝑩𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒔 𝒂 𝑸𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: 𝑨𝒓𝒆 𝑾𝒆 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝑪𝒂𝒏 𝑵𝒐 𝑳𝒐𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒓 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒕𝒄𝒉?

The recent viral claim that 500 pesos can cover a simple Noche Buena meal has sparked nationwide conversations. Many laughed, many disagreed, and many questioned how such a limited amount could satisfy a family during a holiday celebration. Yet behind the humor and debate lies a more pressing issue that affects many every day. If 500 pesos is being challenged as enough for one special night, how can it be expected to last for several days as a student's allowance with rising costs and limited spending?

This question highlights a reality that is often overlooked. For years, 500 pesos has been treated as a reliable allowance, believed to be enough to cover daily needs for multiple days. What once offered comfort now feels like a challenge. Instead of asking how far their learning can take them, students are forced to ask how long this limited budget can actually last. The costs of transportation, food, school materials, and digital needs have steadily increased, while the allowance many receive has remained unchanged.

As a result, learners have been forced to adjust their habits not for better budgeting, but for basic survival. Some choose the least expensive meals even if they are not enough to keep them energized. Others walk long distances to reduce transportation expenses. Many delay printing or other academic requirements because these costs eat their tightly measured budget. These actions reveal an important truth. The challenge is not rooted in financial carelessness. It is rooted in economic conditions that cannot be controlled by those affected. The expectation that 500 pesos can stretch across several days does not reflect the reality faced by learners. Instead of empowering them, it restricts their choices and adds unnecessary pressure.

This situation becomes even clearer when considering the recent Noche Buena debate. If adults question how 500 pesos can feed a family for a single night, it is reasonable to question how the same amount can sustain daily needs for multiple days. The comparison highlights a growing disconnect between what is assumed to be sufficient and what is truly required.

Allowance should never be treated as a fixed standard immune to the realities of daily life. It should be seen as support that reflects the rising costs and increasing demands of modern education, not as a test of how far one can stretch limited resources.

Every day has become a careful balancing act, where small choices carry big consequences and patience is tested at every turn.

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𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞: 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐞
𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐥𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐛

07/12/2025

𝑵𝑬𝑾𝑺 | 𝐂𝐒𝐔𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭-𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐁 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩

Four (4) students from Cagayan State University - Aparri participated in the Student Internalization and Resilience for Inclusive Buildership (SIRIB) Regional Youth Leadership Bootcamp, with the theme “Youth Leadership for Access, Mobility, and Internationalization,” held on December 06, 2025, at St. Paul University Philippines.

Delegates from CSUA were Danica A. Seriote from the College of Teacher Education (CTE), Krisha A. Publico from the College of Information and Computing Sciences (CICS), John Lester A. Talosig from the College of Business Entrepreneurship and Accountancy (CBEA), and Harry Jay E. Ramos from the College of Hospitality Management (CHM).

In her message, Julieta M. Paras, Ed.D., CESO III, Regional Director IV of CHED-Regional Office II, reminded the delegates to always carry with them the knowledge they have gained, guided by integrity, strengthened by resilience, and building meaningful connections in a global world.

“May you continue walking through those doors and making new ones for those who will follow after you,” she stated.

During learning session 1, Jeremy Godofredo C. Morales, Ph.D., Director for Internationalization of Saint Paul University Philippines (SPUP), and President of University Mobility of Asia and the Pacific (UMAP) Philippines, served as the first speaker. He presented and discussed “Youth Leadership in a Globalized Higher Education Landscape,“ and emphasized the importance of embodying and strengthening good leadership characteristics of youth leaders.

“You have to let go of all those anxieties. Let go of what you think. Because people want you to lead them, and people see something good in you. Huwag na huwag mo 'yon bibitawan,” he stated.

Following Dr. Morales’ discussion, Rucelj D. Pugeda, DIT Program Coordinator, Information Technology of St. Paul University Philippines, served as the second resource speaker, who presented and discussed “Student Academic Mobility as a Pathway to Global Leadership.” He shared different programs and encouraged participants to take part in international programs for personal and professional growth.

“By encouraging participation in international programs such as exchange internships and cultural immersions. We open doors into transformative experiences that shape confident, globally aware, community-centered, and ready-to-inspire wherever you go,” he stated.

The program concluded with various activities: Leadership Styles, Resilience, and Cross-Cultural Competence Workshop; Youth Mobility Forum: Stories of Global Exposure and Leadership; and Pledge of Dedication and Shared Responsibility (SIRIB Regional Youth Commitment) Competence.

Meanwhile, other delegates from various universities and colleges across the Philippines were also present in the said venue, showcasing initiatives and fostering collaboration among institutions.

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Cagayan State University–Aparri formally launched its Christmas Village 2025 on December 3, 2025, at the Admin Building Grounds, showcasing the theme “Paskong Pamana: Ilaw at Ligaya ng CSU–Aparri.” Students, personnel, and faculty from all colleges took part in the event, featuring handcrafted village installations and traditional parols.

In this year’s Christmas Village Competition, the College of Teacher Education (CTE) took first place, followed by the Administration Office in second and the College of Information and Computing Sciences (CICS) in third, respectively. In the Parol-Making Competition, the Administration Office earned first place, while the College of Teacher Education (CTE) and the College of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Accountancy (CBEA) placed second and third, respectively.

Moreover, CTE Governor Uriel D. Ragasa, whose college earned the top spot in the village competition, shared that their victory was far from expected. He described how their team overcame doubts, budget limitations, and lack of manpower, saying that many elements of their school-themed village titled “Parol sa Paaralan” were created spontaneously due to resource constraints. “Marami pong pagkakataon na gusto ko nang sumuko, pero ipinakita ng grupo ang tiyaga at suporta para matapos namin ang village. Lahat ng pagod ay nagbunga,” he stated.

Furthermore, the Administration Office’s winning parol, “Christmas Star – Unity in Light,” impressed judges with its craftsmanship and symbolism. Made from coconut husk fibers, seeds, and other local materials, the parol reflected the team’s identity—steadfast, united, and committed to serving the CSU community.

Meanwhile, the Christmas Village 2025 continues to illuminate the campus throughout the holiday season, reflecting CSU–Aparri’s commitment to cultural celebration, creativity, and campus-wide unity. The displays remain open for viewing, bringing joy and tradition to students and visitors alike.

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