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24/01/2025

24/01/2025

iSUFST iZN joins the global community in celebrating the importance of education for peace and development. 🌎

20/01/2025

𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘 | 𝑳𝒆𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑾𝒉𝒊𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝑭𝒂𝒅𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑩𝒂𝒄𝒌𝒈𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅
by Reynalyn Cañonero

𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧; 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐥, 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲. This pleads with the inexhaustible question: which reigns supreme – the time-honored traditions of art or the dazzling, ever-evolving realm of digital creation?

Juday felt a crushing weight settle upon her chest, a suffocating cloak of despair. “𝑰 𝒑𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝒎𝒚 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒐𝒖𝒍 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔,” she whispered, “𝒚𝒆𝒕 𝒊𝒕 𝒔𝒆𝒆𝒎𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒇𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒓𝒕. 𝑨𝒎 𝑰 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒈𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏?” Dismay hung heavy in the air, a shroud blurring the exquisite shades and textures that had once been her happiness.

“𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒅𝒊𝒅 𝑰 𝒇𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒆𝒓? 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒖𝒏𝒔𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝒂𝒈𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒕 𝒎𝒆?” she wept, the echoes of self-doubt rumbling within her like thunder in a hollow cave.

Juday’s day had begun on a promising note. Juday awoke to a flurry of sincere messages from her colleagues, all praising 𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁 - 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗹. Their words streamed in like warm daylight, brightening her hard work and devotion. However, the brilliance dulled when she meditated on her boss’s response. Despite the commendations from her peers, her boss’s disapproval since 𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁 — cast a long shadow over her struggle, ranking her poorly and putting an end to her hopes of presenting her design at the regional conference.

Yet, Juday’s heart remained persistent. The whispers of her boss faded into the background as she focused on her craft. She thought back to the wise words of a politician friend, “𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒆𝒇𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒐𝒓 𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒌 𝒏𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒚 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒚𝒐𝒖’𝒓𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒂𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅, 𝒓𝒆𝒇𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒔𝒆𝒆𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒓𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒆—𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒂𝒅, 𝒇𝒐𝒄𝒖𝒔 𝒐𝒏 𝒆𝒏𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝒂𝒔 𝒔𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒅𝒂𝒚, 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒆𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒛𝒆𝒓 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒕𝒉𝒇𝒖𝒍 𝒕𝒐 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒂.”

In the long run, Juday still grips onto a sparkle of yearning, desiring the glory of the artistry inherent in both traditional and digital formats. She believes passionately that both forms are priceless, born from the same wellspring of love, perseverance, patience, and diligence. To her, all art brings an irreplaceable worth, overreaching the mediums through which they are expressed.

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Artwork by Marlon Llenos Jr.
Layout by Jessa Monique Parungao

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09/01/2025

Eunoia’s Tide

𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗦𝗨𝗙𝗦𝗧 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀 - 𝗣𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝗲!

Are you a budding writer, a visual artist, or simply someone with a story to tell?

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐧 invites you to share your unique voice and artistic vision. We’re seeking talented individuals to contribute to our literary folio, 𝐄𝐮𝐧𝐨𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐓𝐢𝐝𝐞.

“𝐄𝐮𝐧𝐨𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐓𝐢𝐝𝐞” probes the complex relationship between humanity and the waters, delving into themes of beauty, power, human impact, and technological innovation. By knitting together personal reflections, creative writing, and artistic interpretations, this folio aims to evoke a sense of wonder, empathy, and responsibility for our complex fisheries and science-technology environment.

To submit your entries to 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐧, please send them to 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒄𝒍𝒂𝒓𝒓𝒊𝒐𝒏@𝒊𝒔𝒖𝒇𝒔𝒕.𝒆𝒅𝒖.𝒑𝒉. Alternatively, you may directly email 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐧’𝐬 𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫-𝐢𝐧-𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 (𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡), 𝐑𝐞𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐧̃𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐨 [𝒓𝒆𝒚𝒏𝒂𝒂𝒄𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒐@𝒈𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝒎].

While social media submissions through 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐧’𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 are accepted, we strongly recommend using email for a more reliable and traceable submission process. Remember to adhere to the specified guidelines for format and deadline to ensure your work is considered for publication.

𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘: Only students, faculty and staff of ISUFST Main Campus - Poblacion Site are eligible to submit.

𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐔𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐔𝐒𝐄: English, Filipino, or Hiligaynon

𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐒𝐔𝐁𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍: January 31, 2025

𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐧𝐨 𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦. 𝐒𝐞𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟—𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲! 𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐦𝐠𝐚 𝐤𝐚-𝐈𝐒𝐃𝐀!

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🎨 by Reynalyn Cañonero

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08/01/2025

HAPPENING NOW ||Capturing the vibrant spirit of the parade and preparations for the exhibits at Di**le Campus! 🎉✨ On Day 1 of our celebration for ISUFST's second anniversary, we embrace the theme: ISUFST@2: Innovative, Transformative, Sustainable. Here’s to a future filled with creativity and growth! (PAMMCO) 🌊🌱

07/01/2025

ISUFST MARKS 2ND UNIVERSITY WEEK
The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) marks its second University Week from January 8-10, 2025, at the Di**le Campus with the theme “ISUFST @ 2: Transformative, Innovative, and Sustainable.” The event celebrates the university’s milestones and its vision of becoming one of the leading and empowering Southeast Asian research universities by 2030.

The festivities will kick off this Wednesday, January 8, with a motorcade bringing together community members from all five campuses and sites to the Di**le Campus open field, where the main program will be held. Distinguished guests, including Congressman Ferjenel Biron, Anilao Mayor Nathalie Ann Debuque, and Di**le Mayor Rufino Palabrica III, are expected to deliver messages of inspiration.

“This University Week reflects not only our growth but our commitment to innovation, excellence, and sustainability,” ISUFST President Dr. Nordy Siason, Jr., remarked, emphasizing ISUFST’s collective progress and forward-looking vision.

Dr. Dingras Balbona, Di**le Campus Administrator and host of the event, expressed pride in the campus’ role in the celebration. “This is more than a gathering; it’s a celebration of how far we’ve come and our unity in achieving our goals,” said Dr. Balbona.

The opening day promises lively Filipino games, cultural performances, exhibits, and a keynote by Prof. Eddie Nuque, who will share inspiring insights on leadership and resilience. The activities hope to foster camaraderie and pride within the ISUFST community.

On January 9, the celebration will continue at the San Enrique Campus with literary, musical, and arts competitions. Students are set to showcase their talents in vocal solos, duets, street dance, painting, radio drama, and charcoal rendering, embodying the university’s holistic approach to education.

The last day, January 10, will focus on faculty and staff, starting with a Thanksgiving Mass at the Di**le Campus. A luncheon, team-building games, and a closing program will cap the three-day celebration, strengthening the bonds within the ISUFST community.

With over 8,500 students and 420 faculty members and staff, ISUFST continues to achieve significant milestones, including a number of CHED Regional Quality Awards, ISO and AACCUP certifications, and recognition as a Center of Development in Fisheries. Reflecting on the celebration, Dr. Siason said, “This University Week aims to remind us of our shared mission to drive meaningful change in education and nation-building. Together, we will continue to make a difference.”

Guided by its institutional principles of Integrity, Social Justice, Discipline, and Academic Excellence, ISUFST, which traces its roots as a local fisheries school in 1957, remains committed to creating a sustainable future. As Dr. Balbona aptly put it, “This week is a celebration of who we are and what we can accomplish together as one ISUFST family.” (Herman Lagon/PAMMCO)

07/01/2025

ISUFST Opens Admissions for AY 2025-2026
January 6, 2025

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The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) has officially opened applications for the academic year 2025-2026. Aspiring first-year students and transferees can submit their applications from January 2 to March 29, 2025.

Applications are being accepted at all five campuses—Main-Tiwi, Main-Poblacion, Di**le, Dumangas, and San Enrique—or online through campus-specific links:

Main Campus-Tiwi Site: https://forms.gle/gZnFZdrS6e1ARxdA7
Main Campus-Poblacion Site: https://forms.gle/jdaa9DsJHwnuUzkM6
Di**le Campus: https://forms.gle/QvUpJBj3pPyG5oNb6
Dumangas Campus: https://forms.gle/DFh739QCGR9H1kmy5
San Enrique Campus: https://forms.gle/SEe59XxZF1UPvz7b6
Once the application form and required documents are submitted, applicants will receive a confirmation slip with their University Entrance Exam (UEE) schedule, tentatively set for April 12, 2025.

Admission Requirements

For First-Year Students:

Form 138A (SF9) or an ALS Certificate of Rating
Two 2×2 ID photos
For Transferees:

Transcript of Records (TOR) or certified grades
Transfer credentials
Two 2×2 ID photos
Applicants can visit their preferred Student Support Center (SSC), formerly the Office of Student Affairs and Services (OSAS), for assistance. Email inquiries are also welcome at the following addresses:

Main Campus-Tiwi: [email protected]
Main Campus-Poblacion: [email protected]
Dumangas Campus: [email protected]
Di**le Campus: [email protected]
San Enrique Campus: [email protected]
About ISUFST

Established in 1957, ISUFST is the Philippines’ first fisheries university, recognized as a Center of Development in Fisheries by CHED. The university offers 27 undergraduate and 16 graduate programs and is ISO 9001:2015 certified.

In 2024, ISUFST received CHED Regional Quality Awards for its exemplary implementation of programs, including 100% Compliance to COPC in Undergraduate Programs, the SIKAP initiative, Indigenous Peoples Education, and Internationalization.

With over 8,500 students and 280 faculty members—half of whom hold PhD degrees—ISUFST continues its commitment to innovation, quality education, and accessibility in the fields of fisheries and science.

The Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) has officially opened applications for the academic year 2025-2026. Aspiring first-year students and transferees can submit their applications from January 2 to March 29, 2025.

02/01/2025

FOR YOUR INFORMATION || Please be guided accordingly!

31/12/2024

The Clarion extends sincere wishes for a festive and prosperous 2025!

Let us greet this fresh chapter with open hearts, hugging the promise it holds. Together, we will nurture faith, cultivate love, convene our courage, and build resilience to come across the challenges and opportunities ahead.

26/12/2024

19/12/2024

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𝟓𝐓𝐇 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐁𝐎𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐑𝐒𝐂𝐔𝐀𝐀 𝐕𝐈 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐒 𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐋
as of 19 December 2024, 5:00 PM

As of 5 PM today, the competition for gold medals has stepped up, with several teams facing off for the top position.

In a startling bend of events, ISUFST being the host institution, has made a great leap in the RSCUAA VI 2024 medal tally, enormously almost closing the gap with the leading contenders. The stakes are elevated as athletes continue to show off their striking skill and determination, making this year’s event extremely advantageous.

Keep an eye out for more exciting updates and highlights from the games!

Stay updated with the REAL-TIME MEDAL TALLY here:
[🔗 Link]https://www.rscuaa2024.games/medal-tallyresults

(Text Reynalyn Cañonero and Lay-out by John Christian Salarza /RSCUAA 2024/PR)

19/12/2024

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18/12/2024

ISAT TECHNOBEES SHINE BRIGHT, CLAIM GOLD IN BEACH VOLLEYBALL WOMEN'S CHAMPIONSHIPS AGAINST SUNN RAYS

The ISAT U Technobees crowned themselves champions after a thrilling showdown against the Sunn Rays team in the beach volleyball finals. Their stellar performance secured them the gold medal, with the luck and skill clearly on their side.

Building on their semifinal victory over CPSU, the Technobees demonstrated resilience and determination to clinch the championship title. Fans and supporters erupted in celebration as ISAT U showcased impeccable teamwork, strategic plays, and unwavering focus to outshine their opponents.

As the ISAT U Technobees celebrate their well-deserved victory, they’ve set a new benchmark for excellence in the competition. The gold medal not only highlights their athletic prowess but also cements their place as a dominant force in women’s beach volleyball. (Instr. Ram Eujohn Diamante/Andrea Shane Suelo/Joshua Doctora/Julliah Marie Escaro/Kaye Belleza | Watermark Layout/John Christian Salarza/RSCUAA/PR)

18/12/2024

𝟑𝐑𝐃 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐁𝐎𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐑𝐒𝐂𝐔𝐀𝐀 𝐕𝐈 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐒 𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐋
as of 18 December 2024, 4:35 PM

𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘇 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘆𝘀 made a tremendous leap in the medal standings as the competition intensified during the final stages of various events. The shift in rankings is noteworthy, echoing the hard work and perseverance of the athletes as they pushed through the concluding rounds.

WVSU West Marals and ISAT-U TechnoBees secured 2nd and 3rd places in the medal tally.

Keep an eye out for more exciting updates and highlights from the games!

Stay updated with the REAL-TIME MEDAL TALLY here:
[🔗 Link]https://www.rscuaa2024.games/medal-tallyresults

(Text by Reynalyn Cañonero and Lay-out by John Christian B. Salarza/RSCUAA 2024/PR)