KASANAG, Brgy. Caradio-an, Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental, Himamaylan (2026)

14/06/2026

𝗪𝗩𝗦𝗨-𝗛𝗖𝗖 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗗𝗿. 𝗝𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗧. 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲

The entire West Visayas State University–Himamaylan City Campus community proudly congratulates Dr. Jerson T. Valiao on his completion today with a Doctor of Public Administration degree from the State University of Northern Negros.

Dr. Valiao’s journey to this milestone reflects his dedication and strong commitment to academic excellence. His pursuit of advanced learning stands as an inspiration to everyone within the WVSU-HCC community.

WVSU-HCC extends its warmest congratulations to Dr. Jerson T. Valiao, entire family is proud of you!

14/06/2026

Congratulations, Dr. Jason P. Amar!

The West Visayas State University–Himamaylan City Campus family proudly congratulates you on earning your Doctor of Philosophy major in Educational Management from University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos.

Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to academic excellence have led you to this remarkable milestone. May this achievement inspire many and serve as a testament to your passion for education and leadership.

Wishing you continued success and greater accomplishments in the years ahead!

12/06/2026

𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐠—𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞

Centuries of Spanish colonial rule ended this day in 1898, marking a pivotal moment in the Filipino struggle for independence. Revolutionary forces led by Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo fought for the country and proclaimed independence against the oppression.

At Kawit, Cavite, Filipinos did not raise a white flag of surrender. Instead, with courage and a newly claimed freedom, they raised the Philippine flag during the proclamation of independence on June 12, 1898. The crowd did not yet sing Lupang Hinirang, as the anthem had no official lyrics at the time; only its instrumental march, the Marcha Nacional Filipina, composed by Julián Felipe, was played.

As the flag was unfurled, its sun and stars symbolized a nation stepping out of colonial rule and into its own identity, no longer in darkness, but illuminated by the promise of independence and self-determination.

Although it was not recognized until July 4, 1946, under the Treaty of Paris, 1898, June 12 is the true birth of the Filipino people. This was formally recognized when President Diosdado Macapagal declared June 12 as Independence Day in 1962.

The courage, resilience, and hope of every person who fought for independence should not be put in vain. May the Philippines continue to be a country that shines through its people. As Independence Day is celebrated, may it be a reminder to uphold dignity, freedom, and justice for all Filipinos.

Written by Maurice Glee Nicolas
Layout by Kristoffe Aedrian Vasquez

06/06/2026

𝗪𝗩𝗦𝗨-𝗛𝗖𝗖's 𝗗𝗿. 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗟𝗲𝗲 𝗗. 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲

West Visayas State University–Himamaylan City Campus proudly congratulates Ms. Hanna Lee D. Montecalvo, Head of the Office of Student Affairs, on her successful completion and official conferment of the degree Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Linguistics from the University of St. La Salle–Bacolod.

This outstanding achievement is a testament to her dedication, intellectual rigor, and pursuit to academic excellence, proving that excellence and service go hand in hand.

As a leader and educator, Dr. Montecalvo’s newly earned academic distinction further strengthens the institution’s vision for quality education. Her success serves as an inspiration to students, faculty, and staff alike showing that with hard work and passion, the highest goals are always within reach. via | Jessa Bardon

Photo Courtesy: Dr. Hanna Lee Montecalvo

06/06/2026

𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗪𝗩𝗦𝗨-𝗛𝗖𝗖 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝘀 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗶𝗱, 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗨𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻

𝘚𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦, 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘫𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳, 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘶𝘱 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴.

West Visayas State University Himamaylan City campus student council, faculty and various student organizations joined hands to conduct an outreach program at Upper Mambato, Barangay To-oy, bringing educational support, health lessons, and joy to around 70 children in the community today, June 6, 2026.

Spearheaded by the student council, the activity drew participation from 14 student groups: KASANAG, TALASipnayan, Kamfil, Young Educators' League (YEL), Kalingawan Cultural Group, Himamaylan English and Literature Learners Organization, WVSU-HCC Dagyoung Student Ambassador, Social Studies Students’ Society (3S), College Red Cross Youth (CRCY), AWANA Youth Ministry, Peer Facilitators Organization (PFO), Nurturing Academic Tribal and Indigenous Voices for Empowerment (NATIVE), Sports and Athletics Organization (SAO) and CSI.

As part of their service initiative, the student volunteers distributed complete sets of school supplies to the young beneficiaries, helping equip them for their learning journey. The children also enjoyed snacks shared during the gathering.

The program focused on interactive teaching breakout sessions designed to build foundational skills and promote well-being. Sessions covered literacy, where students engaged in reading and basic language activities, and health and wellness, which taught practical lessons on hygiene and fitness.

This initiative has brought valuable support and encouragement to the children, many of whom come from families with limited resources. It also served as a platform for WVSU students to apply their knowledge and skills while contributing to the development of local communities.

For the student leaders and organization members, the outreach was a reaffirmation of their commitment to serve and make a tangible difference in the lives of others.

Written by Jessa Bardon
Photo Courtesy: Jasterin Capulong, Maryell Geonigo, Chezy Samar, Stephen Gayola, Carl Alcabo

05/06/2026

𝗪𝗩𝗦𝗨-𝗛𝗖𝗖'𝘀 𝗔𝗹𝗺𝗮𝗿 𝗝. 𝗝𝗮𝘃𝗮 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲

The West Visayas State University–Himamaylan City Campus community celebrated a major academic milestone as Mr. Almar J. Java formally earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Social Science from West Visayas State University–Main Campus.

Dr. Java’s completion of the doctoral program highlights the institution's commitment to long-term vision in higher education. His academic accomplishment reinforces the value of research-driven leadership that sets a standard for excellence and continuous learning within our campus.

The campus community extended its congratulations to Dr. Almar J. Java, noting that his scholarly pursuit continues to shape progress and inspire excellence across WVSU-HCC. via | Jessa Bardon

Photo Courtesy: Dr. Almar J. Java

02/06/2026

𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳, 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹

273 dreams turned into diplomas as West Visayas State University–Himamaylan City Campus celebrated its 15th Commencement Exercises. In a hall filled with proud tears, tight hugs, and roaring applause, graduates walked across the stage not just as students, but as proof that perseverance always finds its way to triumph.

Every name called carried years of late nights, silent sacrifices, and strong grit, witnessed by the faculty and staff who guided them, and the parents and families whose love never ran out.

To the Class of 2026, this is more than an ending. It’s the beginning of everything you’ve worked for. Take the lessons beyond these walls, carry the Taga-West spirit in every step, and remember that the same courage that brought you here will take you even further.

The world is waiting for your passion, your talent, and your heart. Congratulations, graduates, you made us all proud!

Words by Jessa Bardon
Produced by Elrich Jie Madrileño

𝘋𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘳: 𝘞𝘦 𝘥𝘰 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤 𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘰. 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘵(𝘴) 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘱𝘺𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘦𝘳(𝘴). 𝘕𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘱𝘺𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥.

30/05/2026

KASANAG Honors Graduating Staffers of Batch 2025–2026

The official student publication of West Visayas State University–Himamaylan City Campus, KASANAG, proudly honors its graduating staffers of Batch 2025–2026 for their dedicated service to the publication and steadfast commitment to excellence in campus journalism.

Throughout their years of service, the graduating staffers have demonstrated passion, creativity, and leadership in producing meaningful and responsible student journalism. Their collective efforts have significantly contributed to strengthening KASANAG’s mission of upholding truth, integrity, and excellence within the university community.

Guided by Editor-in-Chief Ms. Joe Nicole C. Orcena, the seven graduating staff members have made remarkable contributions both inside the newsroom and in their academic pursuits. Through their talent, discipline, and commitment, they have helped shape the publication into a stronger platform for student voice and expression.

Their stories, service, and dedication leave a lasting mark on KASANAG and will continue to inspire aspiring campus journalists who will carry the publication forward in the years to come.

As they turn the page to a new chapter beyond university life, KASANAG extends its heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to its graduating staffers. May they continue to lead with courage, write with purpose, and pursue success wherever their journeys take them.

Words by Erica Kaye Margarette Soberano
Layout by Althea Paguntalan

29/05/2026

𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀

A huge congratulations to our student journalists who have achieved magnificent academic honors this year. Juggling the relentless pressure of publication deadlines alongside the strict demands of your coursework is a massive challenge, and you have handled it with absolute excellence.

This recognition is a powerful testament to your discipline, intellect, and unwavering work ethic. Keep pushing the boundaries of your potential, continue to stay curious, and let this incredible milestone be the foundation for all the great success still ahead of you.

Words by | Ria Jane Bertolano
Layout by | Stephen Alvarez Gayola

29/05/2026

𝗪𝗩𝗦𝗨-𝗛𝗖𝗖 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗶 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

West Visayas State University - Himamaylan City Campus held its annual Papuri 2026 yesterday, May 28, at the Cong. Agustin M. Gatuslao Memorial Center. This event gathered students, parents, faculty and staff, and guests to honor students in both academic and non-academic fields.

Opening the ceremony, Dr. Genesis G. Camarista, campus administrator, delivered an inspiring message that highlighted that success is not measured only by medals hanging around students' necks but also by the values they carry in their hearts.

Adding inspiration to the event, recognition speaker Mr. Kritzman G. Caballero shared that change doesn’t happen with what you know, but with your willingness to change, leaving graduates and students with words of encouragement as they continue to strive for their dreams.

Followed by the inspirational speaker, Ms. Mary Diane G. Dulay, who captivated the hearts of many with her remarkable words of wisdom, inspiring message, and meaningful experiences that ignited students to chase what they believe in.

The highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of academic excellence awards. The awardees received medals and certificates for their outstanding achievements and dedication during the school year.

Aside from academic excellence, students who excelled in non-academic fields such as arts, sports, literature, and leadership, were also honored for their exceptional talents that contributed to the university.

As the ceremony came to a close, Ms. Princess Jhen M. Zerrudo, the most outstanding graduate and a magna cm laude delivered her speech filled with gratitude as she reflected on the hard work, lessons, and meaningful experiences throughout her school life.

The Papuri is an annual ceremony held in honor of students’ perseverance, passion, and excellence across academic and non-academic fields throughout the school year. via | Sandara Gallo

Photos | Jasterin Capulong, Eileithyia Dune Noble, Elrich Jie Madrileño, Edsil Adrian Gualdrapa, & Arnel Pido

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