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29/12/2024

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟏𝟐𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲𝐫𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐫. 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐏. 𝐑𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐥.

Today, December 30, we celebrate the life and legacy of our National Hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal. His ex*****on in Bagumbayan now known as Luneta Park, was a tragic event in history, yet he became a symbol of unyielding resistance against tyranny. Rizal Day is more than just a solemn remembrance—it is a reminder for Filipinos to remember the ideals the hero aspired to and the need to uphold them in the modern day.

As a prolific writer, he exposed the injustices of the Spanish colonial rule and sparked national consciousness among Filipinos through his works Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo. Beyond his powerful writings, he became an inspiration to the next generations to fight for liberty and equality through his commitment to education.

Rizal’s legacy lies not in the romanticized image of a martyr but in the enduring relevance of the values he lived by. Honoring him means remembering his sacrifice and following his spirit of love for the country and a sense of responsibility towards our countrymen.

Let us ensure that his example leads us to steer our way through the challenges of our time while we make altogether a just and prosperous nation.

Caption by Jhonnie Miranda
Lay-out by Fritz Jaime Sumbo

27/12/2024

Happy birthday to one of SILAK Media's hardworking online editors, 𝑱𝒖𝒍𝒊𝒂 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒐!

On this special occasion, we celebrate another year of your journey—a year filled with opportunities to pursue your passions, bring joy, inspire positivity, and continue to shine brightly in all that you do. Your SILAK pubmilya deeply appreciates your invaluable contributions to our publication, particularly your dedication to managing our social media platforms effectively.

As you embark on another chapter today, we eagerly anticipate witnessing your continued success and fulfillment. May your birthday be filled with joy and unforgettable moments.

Happy birthday, Julia!

26/12/2024

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: To foster research culture among teachers, the West Visayas State University - College of Education (COE) conducted a 2024 Student's Research Forum from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Dec. 19, 2024, at the New Academic Building (NAB) Function Hall.

The 28 seniors from the Bachelor of Special Needs Education - Generalist, the last batch of the program, presented their classroom-based action research as a requirement for their Teaching Internship course. This also served as a platform for practice teachers to innovate and develop interventions aimed at improving classroom practices.

The panelist for this research forum consisted of Dr. Renato Herrera Jr., Dr. Chive Gabasa and Prof. Franz Ian Solomon.

This forum is also an opportunity for the pre-service teachers to share their best and innovative practices. | via Prince Ryan Rabo

Photos by Prince Ryan Rabo

26/12/2024

24/12/2024

𝙎𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩, 𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙮 𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝-

Silent night?! Hindi dito! May karaoke, may lechon, may kwentuhan hanggang umaga, at may mga bata. Pasko sa Pinas—maingay ngunit puno ng pagmamahal. May tatalo pa ba sa Pasko ng Pinas?🎄🎤🎉

Ang Pasko ay hindi lamang tungkol sa mga ilaw, regalo, at handaan. Ito’y pagdiriwang ng pag-ibig, pag-asa, at pananampalataya. Sa kabila ng ritmong hatid ng kasiyahan, nawa’y patuloy na mamayani sa inyong mga puso ang pagpapakita at pagpapadama ng pagmamahal sa lahat, pati na rin ang pagbibigayan—bilang simbolo ng tunay na diwa ng Kapaskuhan.

Maligayang Pasko, mula sa aming PUBmilya patungo sa inyo! 💙💛

Caption by Iris Nicole Borda
Layout by Keith Avegayle Morales

19/12/2024

After six thrilling days of competition, tomorrow we’ll finally find out who will claim the championship title for RSCUAA 2024!

Who’s your bet for the top spot? Will the West Marals rise above the rest and secure the ultimate victory? Share your predictions in the comments—let’s hear your thoughts!

To our unstoppable Taga-West Marals, congratulations in advance for representing our university with pride and passion. Here, excellence isn’t just a goal—it’s a tradition. Basta Taga-West, always the best!

𝐏𝐔𝐋𝐒𝐎 𝐏𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐒

17/12/2024

𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗟𝗼𝗽𝗲𝘇 𝗝𝗮𝗲𝗻𝗮'𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆!

Graciano López Jaena, born on December 18, 1856, in Jaro, Iloilo, was a prominent figure in 19th-century Philippines. He played a pivotal role in the Reform Movement during the Spanish colonization. From a young age, he developed a passion for writing, authoring the influential work Fray Botod. In 1888, he founded and became the editor of La Solidaridad, serving as the Filipino spokesperson in Spain and advocating for meaningful reforms.

Today, as we commemorate the anniversary of his birth, let us honor his enduring legacy. Through his writings, López Jaena exposed the injustices of Spanish rule and inspired patriotism and unity among Filipinos. His contributions remain a beacon of hope, reminding us of the power of words to awaken the Filipino spirit and ignite the call for change during a challenging era in our history.

Caption by Jancel Romae Temporosa
Layout by Samaika Roca

14/12/2024

Happy Birthday to our dear Junior Editorial Assistant, 𝗘𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗮!

On your special day, we, from your SILAK Pubmilya, want to express how much we truly value the hard work and dedication you've contributed to our publication. Your gentle and polite nature has a positive impact on all of us.

Wishing you a year ahead filled with joy, grace, and everything you deserve.

Enjoy your day to the fullest, Ericka!

13/12/2024

𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆: Dedicated to national development through education, West Visayas State University College of Education produced 257 new Licensed Professional Teachers, including 6 topnotchers:

Elementary
Top 6
𝗘𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗙. 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗮 - 𝟵𝟯.𝟬𝟬%

Top 9
𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹 𝗡𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗣. 𝗟𝗼𝗽𝗲𝘇 - 𝟵𝟮.𝟰𝟬%

Top 10
𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝗧. 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗼 - 𝟵𝟮.𝟮𝟬%
𝗠𝗶𝗮 𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗱𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗮 - 𝟵𝟮.𝟮𝟬%

Secondary
Top 8
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗔𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗧. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘇 - 𝟵𝟯.𝟬𝟬%
𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗕. 𝗧𝘂𝗯𝗮𝗹 - 𝟵𝟯.𝟬𝟬%

From the results released by the Professional Regulation Commission, the University’s elementary-level takers ranked 1st with a 96.40% passing rate, secondary level ranked 2nd with a passing rate of 96.77%. | via Christian Bryle Estuya

11/12/2024

𝗧𝗮𝗴𝗮-𝗘𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗴 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝗮𝘁'𝗹 𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀
By Rochel Dorothy Rafael

Showcasing their knowledge and skills in various competitions, three students from the College of Education of West Visayas State University (WVSU-COE) brought home awards during the 62nd National Rizal Youth Leadership Institute (NRYLI), held Dec. 5-9, 2024, at Baguio Teachers’ Camp.

Vincent Dave Baña, a Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd) Science 4C student, won first place in the Dagliang Talumpati competition. Two students from BSEd 4F also earned recognition: Rixfel Aperong placed second in Extemporaneous Speaking, and Berks Joseph Tan secured sixth place in the Rizal and History Quiz Bee.

“Beyond the value of the certificate and medal, it’s the experiences, the lessons learned, and the people I met along the way that matter the most,” Baña said after besting 11 contestants in the Dagliang Talumpati competition.

Aperong, who finished second in Extemporaneous Speaking, emphasized that their achievement proves they are effectively molded by the university, with their potential not only recognized but also showcased in national competitions.

"This demonstrates that the mantra 'Basta taga-West, the best' truly holds meaning, as our students exemplify the values of the university, bring pride to our institution, and showcase the quality education they have received," said Professor Pearly Jade Samilo, one of the event advisers.

With the theme "Rizalian LeaderShift," the five-day event aimed to develop and nurture young leaders in the Philippines by instilling the values, ideals, and teachings of Dr. José Rizal, the country's national hero.

Photos courtesy of Professor Pearly Jade Samilo

10/12/2024

𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘐 𝘴𝘦𝘦 𝘨𝘪𝘳-- 𝗸𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗮, 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝗽𝗮!

Markers are ready, reviewers are piled, up until midnight taking all notes to another grind.

Truly the days and the nights have gone so fast. We may be all jacked up from this semester's academic demands, from all the pending works, deadlines, and the unending submissions – the state where we can just shout and sing “Gusto ko nang bumitaw!” instead of those Christmas carol songs.

But remember, "Yuh got this! Taga-Ed! With just a little more stretch, we can push this final through! And talking about mango float? We can almost taste it!

Deadma lang sa pressure because this is the time to conquer those papers. With a HO! HO! HO! Let's own this final and make those PASADOcuties into realities!

Caption by Yoj Frances Chiva
Layout by Alyssa Joyce Flaviano

08/12/2024

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

On this sacred day, we celebrate and honor the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Mary was conceived without original sin and, by divine grace, was chosen by God to become the Mother of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Her purity and unwavering faith made her the perfect vessel to bring the Son of God into the world, spreading His love and goodness to humanity.

May this celebration remind us of her holiness and acceptance of God’s will. Let it inspire us to strengthen our faith and deepen our relationship with Him.

Caption by Ericka Jalandoni
Layout by Christine Joy Badinas

02/12/2024

𝐆𝐋𝐎𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐄𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒!

Students and faculty of West Visayas State University gathered on campus this evening, December 2, for the much-awaited opening of lights and competitions that mark the beginning of December Blast 2024!

The festive event highlighted the incredible talents and creativity of Taga-West students, featuring the Sayawitan and parol-making competitions.

Representing the College of Education in the Sayawitan competition are:
• Hannah June Abello Oliva (BECED 1-A)
• Chezqa Ruth Cajilig Tabera (BECED 1-A)
• Karyl Mae Abria (BSEd Math 3-B)
• Jacqueline Matus (BSEd Math 3-B)
• Jose Mario Quisto (BSEd Math 3-B)
• Jethro B. Palec (BSEd Values Ed 1-G)
• Mary Rose C. Baldostamon (BSEd Values Ed 3-G)
• Shane Agatha F. Fabay (BEED 3-B)
• Judella Beatriz C. Velete (BEED 3-B)
• Zea May U. Inobe (BEED 3-B)
• Yenisey Jein Piz (BSEd Science 4-D)
• John Hennesy Degoma (BSEd English 2-A)

Stay tuned as winners of the competitions will be announced after the community dance. Truly, “Basta Taga-West, The Best!”

Caption by Florian Mitch Arelolo and Anne Claire Able
Photos by Julia Christine Ma**co, Alria Loudine Lacurom and Shane Salao

30/11/2024

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬 𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗕𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗢 𝗗𝗔𝗬!

Today, we honor the life of Andres Bonifacio, widely regarded as the “Father of the Philippine Revolution.”

This day commemorates his heroic efforts in leading the fight for Philippine independence from Spanish colonial rule. As the founder of the revolutionary society Katipunan, he championed nationalist ideals to establish Filipino sovereignty.

May his legacy remind us of the strength of collective action and inspire us to cherish our freedom and identity as Filipinos.



Caption by Christian Bryle Estuya
Layout by Alyssa Joyce Flaviano

30/11/2024

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: To foster a culture of reflective teaching, faculty members of West Visayas State University - College of Education (COE), Integrated Laboratory School (ILS), and the College of Physical Education, Sports, Culture, Arts and Recreation (PESCAR) attended the Research Capability Training on Classroom-Based Action Research held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 29, 2024, at the New Academic Building (NAB) Function Hall.

The lecture was delivered by Prof. Early Sol Gadong and Dr. Donne Jone P. Sodusta, two faculty members from the University of the Philippines High School in Iloilo.

This training aims to enhance the research skills of faculty members, equipping them with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively conduct action research that will benefit both the university and the students.

Caption and photos by Prince Ryan Rabo

30/11/2024

𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗞 𝗶𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘀; 𝟰 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳 𝘄𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀
By Yehlette Martin

SILAK Media, the official college publication of the West Visayas State University College of Education (WVSU-COE), reclaimed its title as the Best Departmental Publication in Western Visayas during the 2024 College Press Conference (COPRE) and Awards on Nov. 28, 2024, at the Iloilo Grand Hotel, Iloilo City.

SILAK Media won 12 out of 16 awards in the publication competition and four medals in the on-the-spot individual contests.

“Regaining the title of Best Departmental Paper reflects the editorial staff’s resilience, passion, dedication, and the support of the WVSU administration and College of Education professors. It reflects our commitment to upholding the SILAK ‘gold standard’ and producing quality, impactful publications,” said Hazel P. Villa, one of SILAK Media’s advisers.

SILAK Media took home the following awards in the publication competition:
1st Place - Best Departmental Publication
1st Place - Best Filipino Page
1st Place - Best Online Newsletter
2nd Place - Best Feature Page
2nd Place - Best News Page
2nd Place - Best Sports Page
2nd Place - Best Newsletter
2nd Place - Best Newspaper Layout
2nd Place - Best Newspaper
2nd Place - Best Magazine Cover Design
2nd Place - Best Magazine
2nd Place - Best Magazine Layout

With over 800 journalists competing in the on-the-spot writing contests, the following individuals won in their respective categories:
1st Place - Christine Joy Badinas (Editor-in-Chief) - News Writing (Filipino)
1st Place - JC Rey Padilla (Filipino Editor) - Feature Writing (Filipino)
2nd Place - Jaya Elizarde (Literary Editor) - Editorial Cartooning (English)
4th Place - Alria Lacorum (Junior Editorial Assistant) - Photojournalism (Filipino)

“Receiving the award for Best Departmental Paper was an overwhelming experience, proving that SILAK Media truly is the best in the region. The awards we received are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the publication and reflect our commitment to delivering quality journalism to the college,” said editor-in-chief Christine Joy Badinas who placed first in Filipino News Writing.

“My preparation primarily involved reading renowned feature articles online. I was also aided by our publication advisers, Dr. Hazel Villa and Dr. Lorey Tanaleon, who helped me improve my writing style and structure my article properly,” said JC Rey Padilla, first-place winner in Filipino Feature Writing.

The event’s theme, “BAGONG PILIPINAS: New Breed of Developmental Communicators,” aimed to hone student journalists into effective communicators, equipped with essential journalistic skills to give voice to the community and the student body.

“I am honored to coach and mentor these writers to reach their full potential. Hard work, passion, and love for writing significantly helped the success of SILAK,” said Lorey Tanaleon, SILAK Media adviser, adding that the team succeeded in reclaiming the best departmental paper title.

COPRE is an annual event organized by the Philippine Information Agency (PIA), now marking its 48th year in empowering campus publications across Western Visayas.

29/11/2024

𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐓𝐎 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐄 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀.𝐘. 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

29/11/2024

[PRESS RELEASE]

𝐍𝐚𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐝 𝐒𝐭. 𝐜𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭.

𝓐𝓴𝓸𝓷 𝓷𝓰𝓪 𝓰𝓲𝓷𝓪𝓱𝓲𝓰𝓾𝓰𝓶𝓪,

𝓟𝓪𝓷𝓾𝓶𝓭𝓸𝓶𝓪 𝓪𝓴𝓸 𝓼𝓪 𝓶𝓰𝓪 𝓹𝓲𝓼𝓹𝓲𝓼 𝓷𝓰𝓪 𝓷𝓪𝓰𝓪𝓴𝓪𝓷𝓽𝓪 𝓼𝓪𝓷𝓰 𝓹𝓪𝓵𝓪𝓷𝓰𝓰𝓪. 𝓑𝓪𝓽𝔂𝓪𝓰𝓪 𝓼𝓪 𝓲𝓶𝓸 𝓽𝓪𝓰𝓲𝓹𝓾𝓼𝓾𝓸𝓷 𝓪𝓷𝓰 𝓪𝓴𝓸𝓷 𝓷𝓰𝓪 𝓶𝓰𝓪 𝓽𝓲𝓷𝓪𝓰𝓪. 𝓘𝓴𝓪𝔀 𝓪𝓷𝓰 𝓷𝓪𝓰𝓫𝓪𝓷𝓰𝓪𝔀 𝓼𝓪𝓷𝓰 𝓪𝓴𝓸𝓷 𝓹𝓪𝓰𝓵𝓪𝓾𝓶. 𝓝𝓪𝓰𝓪𝓼𝓪𝓵𝓲𝓰 𝓰𝓲𝓭 𝓴𝓸 𝓷𝓰𝓪 𝓼𝓪 𝓲𝓴𝓪𝔀 𝓪𝓷𝓰 𝓪𝓴𝓸𝓷 𝓶𝓪𝓴𝓪𝓾𝓹𝓸𝓭 𝓼𝓪 𝓾𝓵𝓲𝓱𝓲.

𝓢𝓪 𝓪𝓴𝓸𝓷 𝓰𝓲𝓷𝓪𝓱𝓲𝓰𝓾𝓰𝓶𝓪, 𝓴𝓪𝔂𝓪 𝓴𝓸 𝓲𝓫𝓪𝔂𝓵𝓸 𝓪𝓷𝓰 𝓪𝓴𝓸𝓷 𝓶𝓪𝓪𝓷𝔂𝓪𝓰 𝓷𝓰𝓪 𝓴𝓪𝓫𝓾𝓱𝓲 𝓹𝓪𝓻𝓪 𝓼𝓪 𝓲𝓶𝓸 𝓷𝓰𝓪 𝓶𝓰𝓪 𝓴𝓪𝓶𝓸𝓽. 𝓖𝓪𝓹𝓪𝓷𝓰-𝓲𝓼𝓸𝓰 𝓷𝓪 𝓪𝓴𝓸 𝓷𝓰𝓪 𝓲𝓹𝓪𝓫𝓪𝓵𝓸 𝓼𝓪 𝓪𝓴𝓸𝓷 𝓰𝓲𝓷𝓲𝓴𝓪𝓷𝓪𝓷 𝓪𝓷𝓰 𝓹𝓪𝓻𝓽𝓮 𝓼𝓪 𝓪𝓽𝓸𝓷 𝓷𝓰𝓪 𝓹𝓪𝓵𝓪𝓪𝓫𝓾𝓽𝓸𝓷.

𝓝𝓪𝓰𝓪𝓹𝓪𝓵𝓪𝓷𝓰𝓰𝓪,
𝓜𝓪𝓻𝓲𝓪 𝓡𝓸𝓼𝓪

The WVSU Little Theater - Teatro Dagami will be staging a theater production entitled "Nagligad St. cor Subong St." on November 30, 2024 at the Colegio del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus Our Lady’s Hall, General Hughes Street, City Proper, Iloilo City. 🎭

The play is written and directed by Ilonggo Playwright August Melody Andong, President of the Women Playwrights International. It aims to raise awareness of the struggles and challenges faced by people in the society and to raise funds for charity.

𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐬:
𝟐:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌
𝟓:𝟑𝟎 𝐏𝐌

𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞: 𝐏𝐡𝐩 𝟗𝟗.𝟎𝟎

For tickets, contact our ticketmaster for more details
𝐉𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧
𝟎𝟗𝟔𝟑𝟔𝟐𝟑𝟗𝟖𝟏𝟒