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

03/09/2025

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗺𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗲. 𝗡𝗮𝗸𝗮-𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗻𝗮 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗻?

Ari naman ta sa expectations vs. reality kada exam season. Naggwa man gid bala ang gintun-an niyo? Or nagpakot-pakot naman kamo?

Pero amo gid na, acceptance mode then move on. Kung wala naggwa sa Prelims, bawi ta sa Midterms.

STIers, always remember, grades do not define you but how you rise after the fall will.

Keep going. Keep believing. Keep aiming higher!

Now in progress: Midterms

by Jamella Quirino

Comics by Joan Medina

01/09/2025

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: 𝗖𝗜𝗖𝗧 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗨𝗡 𝗦𝗗𝗚 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

The College of Information and Communications Technology (CICT) of STI West Negros University (STIWNU) conducted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) talk and orientation with the theme “Goal-Oriented: Students Building a Sustainable Tomorrow Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals” at the School of Basic Education (SBE) Library, August 27.

Several third-year and fourth-year students from the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) and Bachelor of Science Major in Information Technology (BSIT) attended the event that was organized by Programmers’ Guild.

To start the event, Guest Speaker Mr. Joseph Gabriel Jimiera Educado led the talk and orientation about the United Nations’ 17 SDGs. He introduced the 17 SDGs or the Global Goals, by recalling their background and history, the core principles, and the transition from Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Further, Mr. Educado tackled what students can do in helping achieve the Global Goals Agenda in 2030—Own, Talk, Engage, and Impact. He encouraged the students to take ownership of their roles in sustainable development, engage in dialogue, participate in community initiatives, and advocate for change.

“You should participate in Sustainable Development Goals because you matter, educate yourself, and advocate to others,” Mr. Educado emphasized as he concluded his talk.

The event continued with the open forum, where various students asked questions and shared insights with Mr. Educado about the alignment of their future capstones and thesis projects with Sustainable Development

To end the event, BSIT Program Head, Mr. Ariel T. Sumagaysay uttered, “The world is waiting for leaders who act with purpose; let us rise to that challenge and prove that this generation will not stand by, but will step forward to build the future we all deserve.”

This event is one of the initiatives by the CICT and STIWNU as a call to action to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, by ensuring that the thesis and capstone projects of the said students are aligned towards the Global Goals in building a sustainable tomorrow.

by Faye Cuevas

Photos | Aleyssa Pudadera & Kevin Zabal

31/08/2025

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 | Consequent to the announcement of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), STI West Negros University (STIWNU) has announced that classes and examinations in all levels of the institution are suspended today, September 1.

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31/08/2025

𝗕𝘂𝗴𝗻𝗮𝘄 𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗧𝗶𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼 𝘀𝗮 𝗕𝘂𝗴𝗻𝗮𝘄 𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗚𝗶𝗻𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗮𝘁𝘆𝗮𝗴

Biskan ber-months na, ma-relapse ta ya dyapon kay indi ta sure ano mas tugnaw, ang convo niyo ka ex niyo ukon ang tiempo subong?

Ang tiempo lang ni g**o kay nagpabatyag na si Jose Mari Chan. Merry Relapse... este Christmas, everyone!

by Chamela Claire Berdiguel

Video Edit | Jullian Stephen Albacea & Alejthea Myrrh Nacion
Graphics and Layout | Lieyan Fueconcillo

31/08/2025

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀' 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆

Celebrating its first anniversary, Negros Electric and Power Corporation (Negros Power) honored the people who truly power the city—the farmers and community members—during the Community and Farmer's Day at Silay City's public plaza on August 20.

Driven by their flagship initiative, "Ikaw ang Una," the celebration aimed to strengthen the connection between farmers and the community, express gratitude for their hard work and contributions, and inspire a shared vision for a more sustainable and progressive future.

Silay City Mayor Hon. Joedith C. Gallego officially opened the event which featured a diverse lineup of activities including a Market Basket Cooking Contest, Canvas Painting, and Photography Contest were set in motion.

Locals from different barangays of the city as well as Negros Power employees took part in the said activities.

The event was made possible through the collaborative efforts between the Negros Power and STI West Negros University's (STIWNU) College of Hospitality and Tourism Management. (CHTM).

Furthermore, it was also supported by the CHTM Council, Uni-Tourism Society, and Hospitality Management Society, with sponsorships from the Local Government Unit of Silay and Petron Gasul

by Ahxcyll Jane Esmillaren

Photo | Nobe Niel Dequiña

31/08/2025

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 𝗖𝗛𝗧𝗠 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟱𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

In pursuit of inclusivity and sustainability as stewards of global hospitality and tourism, the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management (CHTM) commemorated the 58th ASEAN at the Student Activity Center (SAC), August 19.

One of the highlights of the event was the well-regarded Mr. and Ms. ASEAN 2025, where each contender represented a country under ASEAN. Mr. Cambodia, Robert Benedict Braza and Ms. Thailand, Ashly Nicole Sabute were crowned as winners; Mr. Indonesia, Joshua Nequia and Ms. Myanmar Juriz Magbanua, earned the 1st runner-up titles; while Mr. Brunie, Thelo Anton Duran and Ms. Indonesia, Angelyn Palacios Panisales, were recognized as 2nd runners-up.

Showcasing musical talent, the ASEAN Vocal Duet Competition also took place where Leilyn Lumontad in tandem with Shena Marie Daulon were hailed as champions, Nicole Abby Arnaiz alongside Carlo Santillan secured the 1st runner-up spot, and Alpha Grace Diaz in duet with Nicole Hechanova secured the 2nd runner-up spot.

Adding color to the festivity, various artistic competitions were featured as part of the event such as, Slogan, Digital and Poster Making, and Essay Writing.

This event aimed not only to celebrate and foster inclusivity, but to emphasize that ASEAN unites nations together despite their differences in cultures, beliefs, and values.

by Rose Tepino

Photo | Nobe Niel Dequiña, Christine Palandangan, & Aleyssa Pudadera

29/08/2025

𝗣𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗵𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗴: 𝗧𝘂𝗻𝗮𝘆 𝗡𝗴𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗮?

Tuwing ika-30 ng Agosto, ginugunita natin ang Pambansang Araw ng Kalayaan sa Pamamahayag o National Press Freedom Day, at inaalala si G*t Marcelo H. del Pilar, kilala sa kanyang sagisag-panulat na Plaridel—ang Ama ng Pamamahayag ng Pilipinas.

Siya ay isang bayani na naging tinig ng mga inaapi at inaabusong Pilipino sa panahon ng pananakop ng mga Espanyol.

Siya ay lumaban sa paniniil ng kolonyalismo, hindi sa baril, bala, o anumang matalim na sandata, kundi sa tinta at pluma, sa pahayagang La Solidaridad, isang diyaryo na naging tanglaw ng kamalayan ng mga Pilipino.

Dahil sa kanyang kabayanihan, namulat ang bayan sa karapatang magsalita at sa kapangyarihang ihayag ang katotohanan laban sa mga nagnanais itong ibaon at baluktotin.

Ngunit ang pait at sugat ng pagsupil at pag-abuso sa pamamahayag ay hindi naglaho sa paglipas ng panahon. Maraming manunulat at tagapagsalita ng bayan ang tinakot at pinatahimik, na para bang isang kasalanan ang magpaabot ng katotohanan.

Ang mga Press Martyrs—mga tagapagpahayag na binuwis ang buhay sa paglaganap ng tapat at tuwid na balita—mula sa panahon ng Martial Law, Maguindanao Massacre, hanggang sa kasalukuyang insidente ng karahasan at paniniil, ay napawi man, ngunit ang kanilang sigaw at iyak para sa katotohanan at katarungan ay patuloy na umalingawngaw sa paglipas ng panahon.

Ngayon, wala nang banyagang mananakop, subalit hindi pa rin tayo lubos na malaya. Naroroon pa rin ang anino ng kapangyarihang nagtatangkang kontrolin at lapastanganin ang pamamahayag.

Red-tagging, panghaharas, at kahit pagpatay, paglaganap ng pekeng balita o maling impormasyon, at bayad na pamamahayag upang ipihit ang katotohanan at linlangin ang taumbayan—ito ang mga hamon na patuloy na kinahaharap ng ating pamamahayag.

Ang ika-30 ng Agosto, na itinakda sa bisa ng Republic Act No. 11699, ay hindi lamang isang ordinaryong petsa. Ito ay paalala—hindi lamang kay G*t Marcelo H. del Pilar, kundi sa lahat ng mamamahayag at mamamayan: ipagtanggol ang mga nagsasalita ng katotohanan laban sa anumang kapangyarihan, alalahanin ang mga lumaban at patuloy na lumalaban, sapagkat ang pamamahayag ang haligi ng demokrasya.

Hindi tunay na kalayaan ang pagpigil at pagpatahimik sa mamamahayag. Hindi mabibili ang katotohanan. Hindi matitinag ang boses ng taumbayan.

Tayo’y tumindig, tayo’y manindigan—para sa bayan, para sa liwanag, para sa kalayaan ng pamamahayag.

by Rose Tepino

Graphics and Layout | Dhemrecai David

28/08/2025

LOCAL NEWS | 𝗠𝗴𝗮 𝗣𝗗𝗟 𝘀𝗮 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘀 𝗢𝗰𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗝𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗴 "𝗻𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲" 𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗸 𝘀𝗮 𝗶𝗹𝗮 𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻

Ang mga PDL o "Persons Deprived of Liberty" sang Negros Occidental District Jail - Male Dormitory, sa Barangay Tabunan, ciudad sang Bago, nagpatigayon sang "noise barage" batok sa ila Jail Warden nga si Jail Chief Inspector Atty. Crisyrel P. Awe sining ika-28 nga adlaw sang Agosto 2025.

Sa kaagahon sang sini nga huwebes, nagtipon ang mga PDL sa atop sang district jail dala ang ila mga poster agod nga ipanawagan ang pagpahalin sang ila nga warden.

Suno sa mga kasugtanan, nagaprotesta ang mga PDL batok sa warden bangud sa ginaalegar nga paglagpas sini sang ila human rights. Ginaalegar nga biktima sila sang harassment, intimidation, unjust isolation, mga iregularidad sa cashless system sang prisohan, kag iban pa.

Sa karon, ginmanduan sang Bureau of Jail Management and Penology - Negros Island Region (BJMP-NIR) ang ila mga personnel nga pamatian ang mga reklamo kag kabalaka sang mga PDL.

Sa subong, ginpahayag sang BJMP-NIR nga may ginapatigayon nga imbestigasyon sa mga isyu nga ginpangatubang sang mga PDL.

by Ketch Tim Infante

Photos | Paghimutad - Negros Island Alternative Media

sources: Paghimutad - Negros Island Alternative Media, iFM Bacolod 943

28/08/2025

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘆: 𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗪𝗡𝗨 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀

Marking the beginning of a 15-year strategic direction of the institution, STI West Negros University (STIWNU) officially declared its new vision, mission, and goals to all student leaders during the Student Leaders' Assembly 2025 at the Teodoro Hall, August 27.

University President Dr. Ryan Mark S. Molina led the declaration of the new vision, mission, and goals following the university's historical moment of attaining an autonomous status in September 2024.

He introduced the reformulated identity of the university, emphasizing its commitment to academic excellence, formation of leadership competencies, contribution to society, and cultivation of an inclusive and collaborative environment for the institutional members.

SSG President Kyrie Meliz R. Ferrer expressed her alignment with the president's goal as she shared, "The goal, mission, and vision that we are enriching is actually for the betterment of all—not only for the betterment of one—and I could see that there's a greater, better future for STIWNU because we have a leader who does the same efforts on creating an institution that builds inclusivity and a common ground of culture of excellence."

This event was spearheaded by the Supreme Student Government (SSG) under the supervision of Dr. Jake Lauren S. Mercado, the Head of the Student Development Program.

Attendees included the SSG, Student Learners Government (SLG), Senior High School Society (SHS Soc), Sports Team (Men and Women's Basketball, Football, Volleyball), Council of Student Organizations, Torchbearer, and Unleashed.

The event was further graced by the presence of the Management Committee (ManCom), namely, Dr. Frederick C. Berroya, the Vice President for Academic Affairs; Ms. Eunice T. Custodio, the Assistant Vice President for Human Resources; Mr. Beau R. Villanueva, the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Administrative Support and Services; Miss Aileen V. Palma, the Head of the Business and Finance Office; Dr. Nore T. Nietes, the Director of the Office of the Student Affairs and Services; and Ms. Mylene A. Bautista, the University Registrar.

by Rosdence Mirine Sabulo

Photos | Rosdence Mirine Sabulo

26/08/2025

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 𝗖𝗔𝗦 𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗔.𝗬. 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱–𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) officially launched Academic Year 2025–2026 with the CAS Assembly held at the University Students Activity Center (SAC) last August 14–15, 2025.

CAS warmly welcomed its freshmen during the CAS Students' Orientation and the Psychology Society Orientation—tailored specifically for Psychology majors—on August 14 at the University SAC. Meanwhile, the following day, August 15, featured the Parents' Orientation and Freshmen Day, designed to foster engagement with parents and offer incoming students a spirited and meaningful introduction to college life.

The CAS General Assembly was a collaborative initiative organized by the CAS Student Government Council, the Psychology Society, and faculty members of the College of Arts and Sciences. It aimed to formally introduce the department to students and their parents, foster excellence, and set the tone for the exciting academic year ahead.

by Ketch Tim Infante

Photos | Dhemrecai David, Ketch Tim Infante, Jose Charles Montalvo, & Rosemarie Tepino

25/08/2025

𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗲𝘀' 𝗗𝗮𝘆: 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲

To commemorate every last Monday of the month of August, we take pride in celebrating and honoring the National Heroes Day. We take pause in recognizing the men and women who fought for our freedom and reflect on the values they integrate: courage, sacrifice, and love for the country.

The origins of the holiday traces back to 1931, when August 30 was initially designated as a day of remembrance for the Cry of Pugad Lawin, which marked the beginning of the Philippine Revolution. As time went on, the event changed to honor all Filipino heroes, both known and unknown.

In lieu of this celebration, we remember Dr. Jose Rizal, whose writings sparked nationalistic sentiments; Andres Bonifacio, who bravely led the revolution; and Apolinario Mabini who was deemed as the “Brains of the Revolution.” However, beyond them are thousands of regular Filipinos–laborers, farmers, mothers, and the youth, who also put their lives on the line to ensure the freedom of the future generations.

As what Andres Bonifacio stated, “Aling pag-ibig pa ang hihigit kaya, sa pagkadalisay at pagkadakila, gaya ng pag-ibig sa tinubuang lupa?” which teaches us that the purest form of love is patriotism.

Let us remember the efforts of these heroes and strive to be heroes in our own right. After all, any Filipino who puts the country above themselves embodies the true meaning of heroism.

by Patricia Jeann Granzon

Graphics and Layout | Dhemrecai David

21/08/2025

UNIVERSITY NEWS | 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗢𝗮𝘁𝗵: 𝗖𝗜𝗖𝗧 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔.𝗬. 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

STI West Negros University (STIWNU) College of Information and Communications Technology (CICT) held its pinning and induction of officers for the academic year 2025-2026 at the
CHTM Bar and Dining, August 16.

The event celebrated the official induction of the department's student council and the STIWNU Programmers' Guild (PsG) officers where each officer was pinned, all symbolizing their official roles and responsibilities.

Furthermore, all CICT class mayors and vice mayors were proudly recognized and awarded certificates for their dedication and service to their respective classes.

The event concluded with closing remarks from the CICT Governor and the PsG President.

by Ahxcyll Jane Esmillaren

Photos | Keona Dizon, Aleyssa Pudadera, & Gianne Salvacion

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