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The Westimes - STI West Negros University, Burgos Street, Bacolod CIty (2025)

30/10/2025

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘. As the month of October comes to close its chapter for the year, the STI West Negros University (STIWNU) reminds everyone of upcoming holidays and important dates to note:

Pursuant to the declaration of a Special Non-Working Holiday, classes and office transactions at the institution will be suspended on October 31.

Let us also take this time to reflect and honor the significance of All Saints’ Day (November 1), All Souls’ Day (November 2), and Cinco de Noviembre (November 5).

Meanwhile, Prefinals Examinations will proceed as scheduled on November 3-4 and November 6-7, 2025.

Stay guided and prepared, STIers, as we welcome another meaningful month ahead!

via Ahxcyll Jane Esmillaren

Graphics and Layout | Laiza Buenaventura

29/10/2025

𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗬. They can kill the body, but they can't kill their voices

At once with the cry of chaos and terror
Bloodshed of injustice in every corner
Oh heavens, hear our plead and prayers
For people oppresses the hymn of truth and triumph

With cameras clicking,
and a devoted soul to spread stories
Their lives has been the "cow to slaughter"
to avoid uncloaking the things that's been hidden

Carried through the clouds of bloody news
Is it too difficult to call it a truse?
When there are lives at stake because of the fuss
Mercy, oh mercy, may we find it amused

Walking in the abyss of shrapnel
and thick clouds of smoke of the armory
They may be silenced by the bullets of agony
But their voices delivered the message with true dignity

For as long as they have fulfilled their calling,
Journalist walk with bravery and tears,
Gaza's spirit continued to scream in fears,
They can kill the body, but not their voices.

via Keren Magallanes

Illustration | Chester Enselencia

28/10/2025

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦. HM Society Celebrates Pasundayag 2025

STI West Negros University's (STIWNU) Hospitality Management (HM) Society celebrated creativity, unity, and excellence in their annual festival of talent and skills, Pasundayag 2025, held at the Student Activity Center (SAC) this October 22-24, 2025.

Organized by the Hospitality Management Society (HM Soc), the three-day event highlighted the students’ talents and industry skills, drawing participants and spectators together.

The event split the department into four teams, namely: Team Hydro for first year students, Team Electro for second, Team Dendro for third, and Team Pyro for fourth year students.

Dr. James Andrew D. Oyo, Program Head of Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management (BSHM), and Ms. Genevieve P. Tan, Dean of College of Hospitality and Tourism Management (CHTM) opened with inspiring remarks, followed by the captivating performances from the Siningkali Performing Arts and Cultural Dancers.

A series of competitions showcased the creativity and practical abilities of the BSHM students including Essay Writing, Poster Making, Slogan Making, Individual and Group Quiz Bees, Bed Making, Tools and Equipment Identification, Fruit Carving Challenge, Waiter's Relay Challenge, Human Skirting Runway, Table Set Up and Skirting, and Napkin Folding.

Team Dendro emerged as the overall champion, followed by Team Pyro as First Runner-Up, Team Hydro as Second Runner-Up, and Team Electro as Third Runner-Up.

Moreover, the following are the winners of the aforementioned competitions:

Essay Writing Champion: Team Pyro
1st Runner-Up: Team Dendro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Hydro
3rd Runner-Up: Team Electro

Poster Making Champion: Team Dendro
1st Runner-Up: Team Pyro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Electro
3rd Runner-Up: Team Hydro

Slogan Making Champion: Team Pyro
1st Runner-Up: Team Dendro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Hydro
3rd Runner-Up: Team Electro

Quiz Bee (Individual) Champion: Team Dendro
1st Runner-Up: Team Electro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Pyro
3rd Runner-Up: Team Hydro

Quiz Bee (Group) Champion: Team Pyro
1st Runner-Up: Team Dendro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Electro
3rd Runner-Up: Team Hydro

Bed Making Champion: Team Pyro
1st Runner-Up: Team Electro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Dendro

Tools and Equipment Identification Champion: Team Dendro
1st Runner-Up: Team Pyro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Hydro

Fruit Carving Challenge Champion: Team Pyro
1st Runner-Up: Team Dendro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Hydro

Waiter’s Relay Challenge Champion: Team Dendro
1st Runner-Up: Team Pyro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Electro

Napkin Folding Champion: Team Dendro
1st Runner-Up: Team Pyro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Hydro
3rd Runner-Up: Team Electro

Table Set-Up and Skirting
Champion: Team Pyro
1st Runner-Up: Team Dendro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Hydro
3rd Runner-Up: Team Electro

Human Skirting Runway Male Category
Mr. Pasundayag ’25 and Best in Concept: Team Pyro
1st Runner-Up and Best in Skirting Design: Team Dendro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Hydro

Human Skirting Runway Female Category
Ms. Pasundayag ’25, Best in Concept and Skirting Design: Team Pyro
1st Runner-Up: Team Dendro
2nd Runner-Up: Team Hydro

via John Wacky Hinolan

Photos | Aejie Patilla, Christine Palandangan, & Jessa Joy Quilantang

26/10/2025

𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘀? 𝗘𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗪𝗲'𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂!

Do you have a strange, creepy, and supernatural experience or story that still gives you goosebumps?

Or maybe you have the passion to create tales, artwork, and take photos that send shivers down the spine?

Now’s your chance to share your scary experiences or stories as The Westimes, the official student publication of STI West Negros University (STIWNU) is having a Halloween special for all STIers.

We dare you to haunt our imaginations with the most spine-chilling stories, poems, photographs, and even artworks that you can create and share!

Submit your entries through the link:
https://forms.gle/hqbVABWFVFvcWCQu6
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https://forms.gle/hqbVABWFVFvcWCQu6

Selected stories may be featured in our page, newsletter, and magazine.

Your story could be the next nightmare we’ll never forget.

For inquiries, please send us a message through our page, The Westimes - STI West Negros University, or through our email, [email protected].

via Kezia Torres

Illustration | Honeybelle Mae Tesing

25/10/2025

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦. STIWNU's Villafor and Baldoquin Advance to Mr. and Miss STI Nationals

Carrying the banner of STI West Negros University (STIWNU) with pride, John Harvey Villaflor and Angel Mae Baldoquin stood with grace, confidence, and excellence as they rose to the national stage during the STI Talent Search Cluster 7 Competition 2025 at Grand Caprice, Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City, October 24.

Villaflor reigned as the Mr. STI Cluster 7, while Baldoquin, who exhibited her elegance and wits, will join him on the national stage.

Alongside with them in the Nationals are representatives from STI Cagayan de Oro, Shane Gwen Macalungan who was crowned as the Miss STI Cluster 7 and Kim Aaron Talisayan who showcased his charisma.

Trailing behind are Lei Dustin Sarabia from STI College Kalibo and Kristine Mae Elcarte from STI College Iligan who earned the first runner-up titles.

Meanwhile, STI College Dumaguete Fred Vincent Tubog and STI College Kalibo Dianne Angelie indelible emerged as the second runners-up in the competition.

via Rosdence Mirine Sabulo

Graphics and Layout | Laiza Buenaventura & Dhemrecai David

25/10/2025

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦. STIWNU's Caeruleum Takes Gold in Cluster 7 Battle of the Bands Competition

Caeruleum of STI West Negros University (STIWNU) was named champion in the STI Talent Search Cluster 7 Battle of the Bands Competition after setting the stage on fire at Grand Caprice, Limketkai Center in Cagayan de Oro on October 24, 2025.

The competition welcomed bands from nine STI campuses under Cluster 7. Caeruleum claimed the top spot, earning STIWNU a seat at the STI Talent Search Nationals, set to take place this November 21 at Pradera Islands Theme Park in Pampanga.

Trailing behind Caeruleum is STI College Valencia's Sleepyheads who took the first runner-up title and STI College Cagayan de Oro's Code Cobain as second runner-up.

via Ketch Tim Infante

Graphics and Layout | John Bryan Gamboa

25/10/2025

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦. The Pillars groove to 2nd Place Finish in Hataw Sayaw STI Talent Search Cluster 7

The Pillars of STI West Negros University (STIWNU) placed second runner-up in the Hataw Sayaw dance competition during the STI Talent Search Cluster 7 held at the Grand Caprice, Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City, October 24.

Showcasing creativity and vigor, the troupe delivered a dynamic routine that led them to bag the award.

Meanwhile, with their notable dance performance, the P.T.B. of STI College Ormoc emerged as champions in the event, while ESTIPOP of STI College Kalibo secured the first runner-up title.

The champions will advance to the national level of the competition which will be held in Pampanga City on November 21.

via Rose Tepino

Graphics and Layout | Lieyan Fueconcillo

25/10/2025

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦. Kayra Maniego Represents STIWNU in Cluster 7 Singing Idol 2025

Capturing the hearts of the audience with her striking vocals, Kayra Maniego represented STI West Negros University (STIWNU) in the STI Talent Search Cluster 7 Competition 2025 held at Grand Caprice, Limketkai Center, Cagayan De Oro on October 24.

“Banal na Aso” served as Maniego’s rendition piece which she performed with confidence and pride.

via Gwyneth Vinco

Graphics and Layout | Keena Marie Lardino

24/10/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧. Bulkan Kanlaon nag alburoto takna alas 8 sini lamang nga gabi base sa datus sang Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology ukon PHILVOCS, Oktubre 24.

Gina pahanumdom ang tanan sa posible nga pag-ulan sang abo. Bantayan ang dugang nga mga detalye.

———

Dugang pa nga mga detalye:

Yara na sa karon sa Alert Level 2 ang bulkan kag nag buga sang 2,000 ka metros nga abo kag a*o.

Apang, ini naman ang padulong sa direksyon nga amihanan-sidlakan kag norte nga bahin sang Negros Occidental.

Source | https://www.facebook.com/PHIVOLCS/posts/1140868041570492

17/10/2025

𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹: 𝗔 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

Every October the Bacolodnons burst with color and smiles for the MassKara Festival. This year’s theme, “One Smile, One City, One Heart,” highlights the spirit of unity and love among Bacolodnons. But here’s something many might don’t know about—the story behind the colorful festival.

Did you know that back in the 1980s, the Masskara Festival began during a very difficult time when the city faced a crisis in sugar industry, which was the city and province of Negros Occidental’s main source of income and fuels their economy and it was at a record low, causing one of the worst famines in the country’s history? During that period, the Bacolodnons were also grieving the tragic Don Juan ship accident, which claimed many Negrenses’ lives.

To uplift the spirits of the people and bring their smiles back, the city government organized a festival of smiles, music, and dance—and thus, the MassKara Festival was born.

The term “MassKara” originates from the English word “mass,” meaning people, and the Spanish word “cara,” meaning face; together, they form “many faces,” symbolizing the resilience and optimism of Bacolodnons amid adversity.

Over time, the festival became a massive annual festival in the City of Bacolod and one of the greatest festivals in the Philippines. The festival witnesses the city being populated by thousands of local and international tourists delighting in energetic happenings, mouthwatering foods, the vibrant procession, and glittering costumes.

Happy MassKara Festival, Bacolodnons! May your smiles continue to shine as a symbol of joy, unity, and unwavering resilience.

via Trisia Ibañez

Illustration | Jom Iris

16/10/2025

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦. STIWNU Bags 1st Runner-Up in DILG Local Governance Quizzard 2025

STI West Negros University (STIWNU) showcased excellence and competitive spirit as its Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (JPIA) team proudly secured the 1st Runner-Up title in the DILG Local Governance Quizzard 2025, held at the Negros Occidental Provincial Capitol in Bacolod City today, October 16.

Representing STIWNU were Earl John Lawog lawog, Adrian Peñafiel, and Bianca Nicole Rusiana, under the guidance of their dedicated adviser, Mrs. Christy Marie Rioja.

The event was organized by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), which brought some of the brightest minds from various universities across Negros Occidental together.

via Ahxcyll Jane Esmillaren

Graphics and Layout | John Bryan Gamboa & Aleyssa Pudadera

16/10/2025

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦. Dr. Bagundol of STIWNU Reaches Great Heights at IRCRP 2025

Dr. Maria Christina F. Bagundol, LPT, PhD of STI West Negros University (STIWNU) from the College of Education (CED) was awarded Best Oral Presenter - 1st Place in the International Research Colloquium and Research Publication (IRCRP) this Oct 12, 2025.

With the theme, “Innovation and Sustainability: Bridging the Gaps Through Interdisciplinary Research”, Dr. Bagundol presented her research paper titled “Perceived Difficulties in College Algebra of Education, Arts and Sciences Students,” offering a wide range of valuable insights that promulgated academic distinction.

Dr. Bagundol shared that it was her first time participating in the event, expressing deep gratitude and faith. “I prayed several times for guidance and strength because without God, we are nothing. This award and experience motivated me to continuously learn in the field of research and educational innovation,” she remarked.

Furthermore, Dr. Bagundol’s research study has been successfully published, serving as a landmark to STIWNU’s enduring commitment to the pursuit of excellence.

via Patricia Granzon

Graphics and Layout | Dhemrecai David

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