03/10/2026
NEWS | Medicine Week 2026 Closes Celebration with a Bang
Medicine Week 2026 ended on a high note as med students from different year levels and guest performers took the stage for the Talent Night on October 2 at the Audio-Visual Room (AVR), Bulacan State UniversityโSan Rafael Campus, showcasing their talents in music and dance while bringing the weeklong celebration to a lively close.
Anchored on the theme โMed for All, All for Med: Bayanihan Para sa Kalusugan,โ the event brought together students through a series of performances, friendly competitions, and awarding ceremonies that highlighted both their creativity and camaraderie beyond the classroom.
The evening opened with a dance performance from the Powerpuff Girls, followed by solo singing performances from Roniel Joseph Reyes, Luna Ortiz, Jaydee, and Jecho. Adding to the excitement, student bands Parokya ni Arjon, Mang Etnomas, Bagwis ng Wani, and Code Blue took the stage with a mix of OPM classics, pop hits, and alternative rock favorites, drawing energy from the audience throughout the program.
Beyond the performances, the Talent Night also recognized students who excelled in the various academic and non-academic activities held during Medicine Week. The Pop Culture Quiz, presented by Dan and Luna, tested participants' knowledge of popular culture, while the Research Conference, presented by Dan and Kirsten, highlighted student research through presentations and poster exhibits.
The Research Conference recognized the top entries through its Best Poster, Best Presenter, and People's Choice awards. The study on deep breathing exercises for hemodialysis patients received both the Best Poster Award, with 93%, and the People's Choice Award, with 43.18% of the votes. Meanwhile, the study examining the effects of a structured physical activity program on undergraduate students' mental health outcomes received the Best Presenter Award, with a score of 94.8%.
The celebration also featured the Pinoy Games and Special Awards, recognizing participants for their performance, personality, and team spirit. Robbins emerged as champion in the reverse sack race, while Katzung claimed the title in tug of war. Individual recognitions included the Marites Award, given to Ma. Andrea C. Velasco, and the Buwis Buhay Award, awarded to Andrei Latorena. John Dale Cruz and Dianne-Joy Bartonado were named Mr. and Ms. Crush ng Bayan, respectively, while Katzung secured the Cheer-Champion title.
The event culminated in the announcement of the overall winners of Medicine Week 2026, with Robbins claiming the overall championship, followed by Katzung as first runner-up and Harper as second runner-up.
More than a showcase of musical and artistic abilities, the Talent Night brought the celebration to a meaningful close by highlighting the students' talents, teamwork, and shared experiences. Through performances, friendly competition, and recognition of student achievements, Medicine Week 2026 underscored the spirit of unity embodied in its theme: working together for a shared purpose, both inside and outside the medical field. | via Bea Denise G. Villanueva, PLUMALAYA
Photos taken by Andrea A. De Guzman, PLUMALAYA
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