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22/08/2024

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦: 𝗠𝗦𝗨 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Mindanao State University-Main Campus (MSU) formally welcomed its incoming students for the academic year 2024-2025 during the General Convocation held today, August 22 at the Dimaporo Gymnasium.

This significant event brought together students, faculty, alumni, and university administrators to inaugurate the academic year and reflect on the university's ongoing contributions to education in Mindanao.

The convocation was marked by the participation of students from seventeen colleges, who demonstrated their enthusiasm and school spirit through collective chants, symbolizing their integration into the MSU community.

The event also featured cultural performances by the Darangen Cultural Troupe, Sining Kambayoka Ensemble, and Sining Panandem which showcased the vibrant culture of the region and highlighted MSU’s reputation as the “Melting Pot of the South,” where cultures meet.

The General Convocation 2024 underscored the university's commitment to fostering academic excellence and community engagement, setting the tone for the academic journey ahead for the new MSUans.

Report by Amerhussien Mangray
Photos by Frame Alonto, Khaya Bahena, Jameel Abdullah Domado, Galey Mae Dela Torre, and Shayra Macaombao

19/08/2024

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: 𝗠𝗦𝗨 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝟲𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗲 𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗼𝗳𝗳

The College of Engineering (COE) at Mindanao State University resounds with excitement as it celebrates its 61st Founding Anniversary on August 19, 2024 at the COE New Building, along with the much-anticipated launching of the MSU and Globe Telco Week.

The opening ceremony featured a series of significant events, including the signing of the deed of donation, the turnover and acceptance of cutting-edge laboratory equipment, and a ceremonial ribbon cutting, symbolizing the beginning of a milestone of MSU’s partnership and collaboration with the country’s major provider of telecommunications services—Globe Telecom.

In his acceptance message, MSU System President Atty. Basari D. Mapupuno expressed his heartfelt gratitude, stating, “It is with great enthusiasm that we accept this generous donation from Globe Telecom. As we mark the beginning of this partnership, I am confident that their support will serve as a catalyst for more future advancements in MSU. May this partnership open more doors for future collaborations and opportunities for our institution."

This collaboration between Mindanao State University-Marawi City and Globe Telecom aims to foster innovation and community engagement, improve students’ academic performance, and enhance the learning environment for the students.

The event also featured Guest Speaker Hon. Carlo Bernardo Santos, Senior Director of Globe’s Group Sustainability and Corporate Communications. He emphasized the initiative isn't merely about providing equipment but also about driving forward crucial advocacies. "The internet offers countless benefits," he noted, "and it's our responsibility at Globe to help Filipinos not only harness these benefits but also use the internet responsibly and with protection."

Moreover, Globe’s Territory 8 Business Head, Hon. Racquel Marcelo emphasized that the event showcases a significant step toward connecting more academic institutions to the resources they need to thrive. Marcelo also highlighted the broader aim of creating opportunities for innovation and excellence, expressing they’re that the tools and equipment donated would empower the MSUans to further excel and shape a brighter future.

As part of the celebrations, everyone is invited to participate in the Globe-powered activities at the MSU Gymnasium from August 19-23, 2024. The Globe Telecom offers variety of Experiential and Enrichment Activities such as FunLaro, FunPasikat, FunRewards, as well as Broadband and PSA booths, all designed to engage and inspire, offering students opportunities to connect and grow.

Report by Airene Grace Villamor
Photos by Abdul Hakhem Serad, Shayra Macaombao, Jameel Abdullah Domado, Galey Mae Dela Torre, Khaya Bahena, Ronald Sayson, and Frame Alonto

19/08/2024

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: 𝗠𝗦𝗨-𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗣 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

Mindanao State University-Main Campus held its National Service Training Program (NSTP) orientation on August 18, 2024, at the Dimaporo Gymnasium, welcoming incoming students to the program’s three key components: ROTC, CWTS, and LTS.

Ms. Rohanie T. Bunsal, CETS Coordinator, opened the event, highlighting the NSTP's role in promoting civic responsibility and national defense. Presentations followed from COL Tante D. Angagao on ROTC, Dr. Marlo Caesar S. Sheik on health considerations for ROTC participants, and Professors Rashida O. Abdul-Rashid and Sittie Al Jannah L. Imam on CWTS and LTS.

The orientation also introduced the NSTP Director, ROTC Commandant, coordinators, instructors, and training staff to ensure students are familiar with the program's leadership. It was then followed by a video presentation of "The Brigade," MSU-Main's NSTP publication.

The event concluded with closing remarks from Dr. Sohayle M. Hadji Abdul Racman, encouraging students to actively participate in their chosen NSTP component.

This orientation indeed marks the start of the new students' journey in NSTP.

Report by Alyanna Fatmah Barapantao
Photos by Frame Alonto, Khaya Bahena, Jameel Abdullah Domado, Galey Mae Dela Torre, Shayra Macaombao, and Ronald Sayson

14/08/2024

| 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦

As first day of class kicked off, students faced unique challenges and prepared for the semester with a brand new perspective and experience. They set their mindset forward to explore and learn more as they dove into a whole new world of adventure and discovery.

Faced with the challenge of sharing their ideas, these students willingly expressed their expectations and answered questions freely about their first day, especially their initial steps as certified MSUans. From visiting their college grounds to navigating the campus and discovering areas marked as "TBA" (To Be Announced) or, more accurately, "To Be Arranged."

Join us to hear the students share their ideas and stories as we welcome the new semester with open door and mind.

Video by Ronald Sayson and Abdul Hakim Serad

14/08/2024

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦: Students filled their respective colleges and departments with excitement and enthusiasm as they joined their fellow MSUans to start the semester on the first day of classes today, August 14.

Photos by Frame Alonto, Jameel Abdullah Domado, Galey Mae Dela Torre, and Shayra Macaombao

12/08/2024

𝗠𝗩 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗪!

This year's application cycle took five phases to determine the new set of Varsitarians who will join us in advancing peace through truthful journalism. After this rigorous process, Mindanao Varsitarian is delighted to announce the successful applicants who possess all the attributes of a Varsitarian, with exceptional skills and experience in writing and journalism.

This flock will assist the publication in reclaiming its momentum and will take on the responsibility of serving the students with keen attention. They have proven their interest in the publication and their commitment to the students through writing stories and reporting news from the perspective of every MSUan.

To those trying to spread their wings at full blast, keep your heads up because you will have opportunities to shine on various platforms. While you may have missed this chance to share your ideas and stories, we welcome your feedback and grievances. This is just the beginning of your journey at MSU with the Varsitarian, so stay updated and informed for our next cycle.

Varsitarian or not, congratulations, and good luck on your journey. Padayon!

12/08/2024

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦: 𝗠𝗦𝗨 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗕𝗔𝗔 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗮, 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝟯𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗴𝗼𝗿𝗮 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀

Mike Ivan Siga, from the College of Business Administration and Accountancy became the first finalist from Mindanao State University – Main Campus for the individual students category of the 32nd Agora Youth Awards, announced last July 31, 2024 in Pasay City.

The Agora Youth Awards is an annual competition that seeks to identify the nation's top marketing students, celebrating their outstanding academic performance, extracurricular accomplishments, and success in the marketing plan competition.

The program centered on five main areas: academic performance, extracurricular achievements, marketing expertise, values, and personality. Students showcase their skills by developing real marketing plans based on actual business cases, applying the marketing concepts they've learned.

According to the Philippine Marketing Association, winning this prestigious award is a significant achievement in the Philippine marketing industry, serving as a testament to the recipient's dedication to excellence and innovation in marketing practices.

Siga, proving to be one of the outstanding marketing students in the Philippines, has showcased his notable marketing skills in the event by demonstrating adaptability to the industry's evolving landscape, which highlighted his creativity and strategic planning.

“I dedicate this award to the youth of Mindanao as a symbol of hope and possibility. Let us together build a future where our region is recognized not only for its challenges but also for its triumphs. And to the young minds aspiring to make a mark in the world of business and marketing, I say this: Have faith. Believe in yourselves, and most importantly, believe in the power of your dreams,” Siga emphasized in his facebook post.

Along with him were finalists from across the country, who alongside him, participated in the tough selection process, which involved multiple stages of assessment including application reviews, academic record assessments, and evaluations of nominees' marketing plans and impacts.

Report by Nikka Falcon
Proofread by Abegail Acle and Abdul Hafiz Malawani

08/08/2024

𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 𝗦𝗔𝗛𝗔𝗬𝗔 | 𝟲𝟬𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗢 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦

"As you embark on new journeys, may the spirit of MSU continue to inspire and illuminate the world. In the face of challenges, you soared. Thank you for embodying the resilience and grace of true MSUans." - MV

Witness the memorable moments from the 60th Commencement Exercises of Mindanao State University-Marawi. This special video highlights the achievements of Batch Sahaya, the exceptional graduates who have exemplified resilience, unity, and the true spirit of MSU and MSUans.

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𝘔𝘝 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘮

𝘟𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘺𝘭 𝘚𝘢𝘺𝘤𝘰𝘯
𝘉𝘦𝘵𝘩 𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘗𝘢𝘶𝘣𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘯
𝘈𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘈𝘤𝘭𝘦
𝘍𝘢𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘚. 𝘏𝘢𝘥𝘫𝘪 𝘜𝘴𝘰𝘱𝘩
𝘚𝘩𝘳𝘪 𝘛𝘢𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘮𝘣𝘢𝘰

𝘐𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘔𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘸𝘢𝘨 𝘣𝘺 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘩𝘰𝘮

© 𝘔𝘐𝘕𝘋𝘈𝘕𝘈𝘖 𝘝𝘈𝘙𝘚𝘐𝘛𝘈𝘙𝘐𝘈𝘕: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘖𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘗𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘰 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺-𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘸𝘪 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺

03/08/2024

𝗠𝗩 𝗣𝗛𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝟮 𝗜𝗦 𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗪!

We are thrilled to announce that the qualified applicants for Phase 2 of the Mindanao Varsitarian Application Cycle have been determined! After thorough evaluation, we have identified the candidates who will advance to the next stage of our selection process.

This phase tested the applicants' journalistic knowledge and commitment to our values of integrity and excellence in campus journalism.

Qualified applicants, please check your messenger for detailed instructions on the next steps. For those who did not advance this time, we encourage you to keep honing your skills and stay tuned for future opportunities.

See you in Phase 3!

Stay informed.
Be that Varsitarian!

01/08/2024

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆-𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝟲𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀

The Mindanao State University-Main Campus held its 60th Commencement Exercises on July 31 at the Dimaporo Gymnasium, honoring the academic achievements of Batch Sahaya, Class of 2024.

Their achievements were celebrated under this year's theme, "MSU: Fostering a Harmonious Balance Between Technology and Humane Learning."

In his message, MSU System President Atty. Basari D. Mapupuno emphasized the significance of the theme, stating, “This year's theme reflects the unique and holistic environment in which you have studied. You are now equipped with both the technical skills and the humane values essential to making a positive impact in the world.”

The event also featured Guest Speaker Hon. Maria Elena P. Algabre, Assistant Secretary in the Office of European Affairs, Department of Foreign Affairs. She commended Batch Sahaya for their resilience and excellence, particularly noting their ability to shine despite the challenges posed by two years of online classes during the pandemic and the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Palestine.

The ceremony was a testament to the hard work and dedication of the graduates, as well as the support and guidance provided by the MSU community.

Congratulations, Batch Sahaya!

Report by Abegail Acle
Photos by Xandryl Saycon and Frame Alonto

30/07/2024

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗦𝗮𝗵𝗮𝘆𝗮 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝟲𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗲-𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀

The Mindanao State University honored and accepted 1,663 graduands today, July 30, 2024, as they completed their respective curriculum and attended the 60th Pre-Commencement Exercises at the Dimaporo Gymnasium.

Colleges from Cluster 1, which commemorated the event in the morning, included the College of Agriculture; Engineering; Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences; Forestry and Environmental Sciences; Health Sciences; Information and Computing Sciences; Natural Sciences and Mathematics; Hospitality and Tourism Management; Sports, Physical Education and Recreation; Medicine; and Institute of Science Education.

“To be [inaudible] today as graduates or additions to the workforce, you must be the master of and not dependent on AI by being creative, innovative, and different. Don’t be afraid of modern technologies because they are just here as tools to make us efficient,” Dr. Glenn B. Gregorio, Center Director of the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA), emphasized in his message as he tackled about the relationship between technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to humanity.

This aligns with this year’s theme, “MSU: Fostering a harmonious balance between technology and humanity.”

Furthermore, Dr. Gregorio also added about how he hopes that the graduates develop resiliency at this stage of evolution. They should persevere and be resourceful to overcome challenges, quoting how it’s not about how hard one’s fall is but rather how hard one gets up.

On the other hand, Dr. Henelito A. Sevilla Jr., Dean of the Asian Center at the University of the Philippines, and the guest speaker for cluster 2, focused on how the MSU recipients could help tackle and resolve local, national, and global issues.

“MSUans are known for being transformational leaders. By definition, these are leaders that are capable of influencing various impactful initiatives and efforts. […] By being competent, genuine, passionate, supportive, and trustworthy, you as transformational leaders could achieve remarkable results by achieving hope, peace, and security in your own community,” he highlighted.

Colleges from Cluster 2 that attended the event on the afternoon were the College of Business Administration and Accountancy; Social Sciences and Humanities; King Faisal Center for Islamic, Arabic, and Asian Studies; College of Public Affairs; Education; and Law.

Report by Nikka Falcon
Photos by Frame Alonto and Xandryl Saycon

27/07/2024

𝗠𝗩 𝗣𝗛𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝟭 𝗜𝗦 𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗪!

After almost two weeks, Mindanao Varsitarian received a poll of applicants for its application cycle for the first semester of academic year 2024-2025 and is now officially closed.

This year's application cycle is composed of five different phases starting with Phase 1 that required applicants to submit all necessary documents and accomplished forms.

Due to the volume of applicants, Mindanao Varsitarian rigorously listed those who met the editorial qualifications and challenged them to consistently show their respect and passion for peace journalism.

To all qualified applicants, please check your mail box to receive the confirmation of your application. For those who didn't make it to the list, keep your heads up and stay updated for other cycles.

Should you have questions, please send them through our social media or email us at [email protected].

See you in Phase 2!

Be informed.
Be that Varsitarian!

25/07/2024

𝗠𝗩 𝗘𝗜𝗖 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗦𝗮𝗵𝗮𝘆𝗮’𝘀 𝗨𝗦𝗟𝗔

Mindanao Varsitarian Editor In Chief, Raheemah Hafsah Mamainte Pangarungan, a graduating BS Accountancy student, Cum Laude, from the College of Business Administration and Accountancy is this semester’s graduation University Student Leadership Award (USLA) winner.

Past winners include MSU PMS Director Atty. Rashid Pandi, BARMM MOTC Director Lady Hanifah Mindalano, and the most recent is past MV EIC Asmerah Sarip.

USLA is the highest award in the Mindanao State University-Main Campus given to the most exemplary student leader. Meticulously excelling in both academic responsibilities and university leadership while also extending prowess in numerous relevant fields and service platforms, thus making the USLA winner as the best example or role model for all students especially MSUans.

USLA is the epitome of an MSUan—reliving the true purpose of education. There can only be at most One USLA winner in every graduating batch.

This year’s Search for USLA has been most rigorous. The First Phase is the nomination per College. Following this phase is the New set of Criteria: 50% Credentials (including academic performance), 30% Impact Survey, and 20% Interview. In the Evaluation of Credentials, there is a minimum point score to attain in order to qualify for the Impact Survey and Interview. Reaching the minimum point score in the credentials makes the nominees among the Finalists.

Last Graduation, Batch Madasigon, no one reached the minimum point score in the evaluation of credentials. Thus, there were no Finalists nor USLA winner last semester from the Main Campus.

Fortunately, this semester, Three Finalists reached the minimum point score for credentials: Ms. Raheemah Hafsah Pangarungan (CBAA—MV Editor In Chief), Mr. Abdul Careb Abedin (CBAA—SSG External Deputy Prime Minister), and Mr. Aklimah Batao (CHS—SSG Speaker of the House); hence making Ms. Pangarungan as the only lady and only member of MV who qualified for the final rounds.

Addition and Amendments in this year’s USLA include: 1) Impact Survey. This is where there will be survey in terms of impact of finalists given to a fair representation of graduating students per college. 2) In the Interview Phase, there will be three main uniform questions so as to observe the same level of difficulty for all finalists. Follow up questions from the panel are allowed.

This Year’s USLA winner focused on Peace as the foundation for all decision-makings in a Peace University. That in the existence of conflict of interest especially in a diversified environment, MSU with an undeniable special context, Peace supersedes all other justifiable basis, and that it should only supersede in the same peaceful and just ways——disallowing human (especially student) rights abuse and of course, abuse of rights. Therefore, she presented before the panel course of actions centralizing over the use of education and diplomacy as a way to optimize the system, even the values and beliefs system in a challenging society. Putting weight in the power of influence, revealing the intentional angles of Mindanao Varsitarian for the last academic year.

“We as MV chose peace—-to listen to and to voice the students AT A RIGHT EXTENT while not denying the efforts of the administration and especially while helping the students understand the necessity of such decisions. While I sit here trying to humbly honor the title of student leader, I stand not merely for what the students want, not merely for the benefit of the administation, not merely for truth, there are many ways to be right to fight for our rights, and Mindanao Varsitarian stands for the core purpose of this university—that is Peace.”

Mindanao Varsitarian is consistently asked what is Leadership in a student publication. Being an Editor, does it even count as Leadership?

“To answer the question, I would like to start with the notion of what is leadership by Harvard Business Review.

Harvard mainly accepts the definition of William Prentice.

William Prentice, former President of Bryant and Stratton Business Institutes in New York, and Wheaton College in Massachusetts rejects the notion of leadership as the exercise of power and force or the possession of extraordinary analytical skill.

Leadership does not end in the exercise of power, being in authority or position.

According to him, “It is beyond the exercise of Power or being in position. It is 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀”.

Our greatest leaders in our history, the Prophet pbuh, Dr. Rizal were the most peaceful in their ways. And both did not hold positions at the governing sector yet they were the ones who most influenced peace and progress.”

Aside from the progress of media coverage and influence of MV with the least resource, Ms. Pangarungan reiterated the extension programs or projects implemented by MV and partner organizations as well as her external organizations apart from MV for the MSUans and Communities.

“Our panel, I understand Leadership as an accomplishment of a goal through direction of collective efforts. And MSU is created for Peace. So our goal is Peace. To measure Leadership is to measure how much have we successfully contributed for Peace.”

“Ladies and gentlemen, dear MSUans, I invite you to look into my contributions with the help of our team, our advisers, our parents and God aboveall.”

The Panel also asked on future plans as to how they will carry out what they learned from MSU as an alumni, and possibly an USLA of a Peace University. The Finalists made clear their plans on forwarding the lessons with the paths they chose. And the MV EIC added,

“USLA is not merely a recognition. Lahat lang po tayo mamatay and we won’t be able to carry this recognition with us in our graves. I applied for USLA because I see it as a qualification I need to earn to be able to fulfill my mission, to earn a voice worth listening to and believing in to do da’awah. Knowing it is out of my hands whether people will listen to or believe in me.”

There were a lot of follow up questions touching on every aspect of leadership of the finalists such as a Muslimah in Leadership for MV EIC, and issues in campus like the Bombing and LGBTQ. The MV EIC is consistent on aligning with the values of the MSU Founder Senator Domocao Alonto.

“Like what our founder (of MSU) said, if to achieve unity we have to retrace our steps and divide the country into several autonomous states bound together by a common goal and sense of oneness, we should not hesitate to do so. If unity cannot be achieved in a strictly unitary system as experience has taught us, then by all means let us revert to the only option left for us-Unity in Diversity…Unity in Diversity.”

And Unity in Diversity is a very complex yet feasible paradigm to our context.

At the last minute, finishing all three main questions, the panel added an on the spot question, “tell us why do you deserve to be the USLA?”

“Alhamdulillah only Allah can truly tell whether I deserve it or not. And Only Him can tell it through you, our panel of judges, because I cannot gauge the achievements of my competitors and I am pretty sure they have great accomplishments. Only you can measure our practical contributions. Because l do not know everything about them or their feats. Still, Allah said in the qur'an, “If you (O servant) do your best, I (Allah) will show you My best.” And I believe that I did and gave it my best insha'Allah.”

23/07/2024

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: 𝗠𝗦𝗨-𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝟭𝟬 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀

The Division of Student Affairs of Mindanao State University-Main Campus organized the 10 Outstanding Student Service Awards (TOSSA) on July 18 this year at Kalimudan Hall, MSU-Meranaw Cultural Heritage Center.

The event aimed to honor exceptional students of Batch Sahaya, 2nd Semester of the Academic Year 2023-2024, who have rendered service and made significant contributions to the university and the community.

Among the awardees from various colleges were two distinguished members of Mindanao Varsitarian, Raheemah Hafsah M. Pangarungan, and Fatima Zahra G. Bashier the MV Editor-in-Chief, and Feature Editor, respectively.

“Leadership is service— not control and power,” said guest speaker Engr. Karla Morales Madrid-Khalid, challenging students to actively be part of the solutions to problems they encounter.

The TOSSA underscored the importance of student service and leadership, celebrating those who embody these values and inspiring others to follow in their footsteps.

The Awardees are Antol, Rauda N. of COE; Bashier, Fatima Zahra G. of CSSH; Batao, Aklimah L. of CHS; Diongal, Yasser Bin Ali M. and G**o, Aquisah Alia M. of CED; Imam, Monaifa E. and Jamalol, Jofali A. of CPA; Manabilang, Salamodin E. of CSSH; Pangarungan, Raheemah Hafsah M. of CBAA; and Sultan, Joharem P. of COE.

Ms. Pangarungan (CBAA) and Mr. Batao (CHS) delivered their Speech of Response and Gratitude during the event.

Report by Abegail Acle
Photos by Xandryl Saycon

22/07/2024

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗠𝗦𝗨 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘀: 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟭𝟬 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀

July 22-Mindanao State University Main Campus, Marawi City ranks 9th Place in the July 2024 Webometrics Top 10 Universities in the Philippines. Meanwhile, MSU lIT ranks 7th Place. The "Webometrics Ranking of World Universities" is an initiative of the Cybermetrics Lab which is a research group that is part of the Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Cientificas (CSIC)-the largest public research body in Spain. It is carried out to progress the presence of academic and research institutions on the web and to promote open access publications of scientific results hence making the components of its basis include Impact Rank, Openness Rank and Excellence Rank. Based on the same source, MSU Main campus is at the 4,171 position in the world rankings with Impact Rank of 12,353; Openness Rank of 5,224; and Excellence Rank of 3,015.

Source: https://www.webometrics.info/en/Asia/Philippines

22/07/2024

𝗠𝗩 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧!

We’ve heard your requests, and we’re excited to announce that we are extending the application deadline!

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New Deadline: July 24, 2024

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22/07/2024

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗠𝗦𝗨 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗖𝗢 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀

July 22-Outgoing MV EIC, Raheemah Hafsah Mamainte Pangarungan from the Department of Accountancy of CBAA wins in Three Categories in the Nationwide inter-collegiate contests by the Presidential Communications Office in Malacañan Palace under the theme of "Bagong Pilipinas". She is a winner in the Essay Writing, Spoken Word Poetry and Filmmaking Category. At the same time, Rayhannah Gampong, MV News Editor is also a winner in the Essay Writing category. The Awarding Ceremony will take place in Manila where they will be given full expenses paid travel privilege with parents and school representatives/coaches. The Competition is among the most sought after for the handsome prizes. It touches the Filipino youth's aspirations for a Bagong Pilipinas and the inspirational Filipino excellence and unbreakable spirit that will enable this call-to-action realization.

16/07/2024

𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗢 𝗩𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗡!

In advancing campus journalism at a national peace university, Mindanao Varsitarian as the official student publication of Mindanao State University Main Campus in Marawi City opens its doors to all interested and talented campus journalists and dares to challenge them to join the publication in pursuing peace through journalism.

Mindanao Varsitarian needs more critical and responsible media practitioners to uncover news stories and deliver fearless views supported by facts and evidence, ensuring truthful and balanced storytelling in reporting to the masses and amplifying voices.

As the voice of MSUans, Mindanao Varsitarian is looking for writers (news, editorial, opinion, feature, literary, sci-tech, sports), researchers, graphic and layout artists, cartoonists, photojournalists and video-journalists, and motion graphics artists for the first semester of the academic year 2024-2025.

Joining the call requires unparalleled and unmatched commitment with burning passion in journalism as the new age of bastions of truth and vanguards of peace and press freedom. That is to assist the publication in reclaiming its momentum and contribute to establishing its authority, telling the truth, and promoting peace in the heart of Marawi City.

Acquiring all the attributes to be part of the publication, Mindanao Varsitarian welcomes your application and encourages you to join us in the pursuit of truth, peace, security, and justice for all.

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#AskMSUans | 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦 As first day of class kicked off, students faced unique challenges and prepared for the semester with a brand new perspective and experience. They set their mindset forward to explore and learn more as they dove into a whole new world of adventure and discovery. Faced with the challenge of sharing their ideas, these students willingly expressed their expectations and answered questions freely about their first day, especially their initial steps as certified MSUans. From visiting their college grounds to navigating the campus and discovering areas marked as "TBA" (To Be Announced) or, more accurately, "To Be Arranged." Join us to hear the students share their ideas and stories as we welcome the new semester with open door and mind. Video by Ronald Sayson and Abdul Hakim Serad

𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 𝗦𝗔𝗛𝗔𝗬𝗔 | 𝟲𝟬𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗢 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦 "As you embark on new journeys, may the spirit of MSU continue to inspire and illuminate the world. In the face of challenges, you soared. Thank you for embodying the resilience and grace of true MSUans." - MV Witness the memorable moments from the 60th Commencement Exercises of Mindanao State University-Marawi. This special video highlights the achievements of Batch Sahaya, the exceptional graduates who have exemplified resilience, unity, and the true spirit of MSU and MSUans. -- 𝘔𝘝 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘟𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘺𝘭 𝘚𝘢𝘺𝘤𝘰𝘯 𝘉𝘦𝘵𝘩 𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘗𝘢𝘶𝘣𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘯 𝘈𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘈𝘤𝘭𝘦 𝘍𝘢𝘩𝘢𝘥 𝘚. 𝘏𝘢𝘥𝘫𝘪 𝘜𝘴𝘰𝘱𝘩 𝘚𝘩𝘳𝘪 𝘛𝘢𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘮𝘣𝘢𝘰 𝘐𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘔𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘸𝘢𝘨 𝘣𝘺 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘩𝘰𝘮 © 𝘔𝘐𝘕𝘋𝘈𝘕𝘈𝘖 𝘝𝘈𝘙𝘚𝘐𝘛𝘈𝘙𝘐𝘈𝘕: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘖𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘗𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘰 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺-𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘸𝘪 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺

#𝗔𝘀𝗸𝗠𝗦𝗨𝗮𝗻𝘀 | 𝗠𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗔𝗔 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛: In the last day of the Mindanao State University System Athletics Association (MSUSAA) 7th Unity Games, different athletes from different campuses set to enjoy the final day and choose to build network of unity, found strength in each other, and join the movement of One MSU. With solidarity experience, student-athletes accept the challenge and answer questions about representing their campus, asking their favorite game highlights, sharing their preparation and their overall opinions on MSUSAA 7th Unity Games at General Santos City. Join us as we embark on this journey to dig deeper about MSUans and their experience at MSUSAA 2024 after a long-week of sporting event. Broadcaster by Gleza Florence Fernando Video by Abdul Hafiz Malawani, Areej Zaynab Sani, and Al-Gazali Bohari #MSUSAA2024 #OneMSU #AskMsuans

𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 | 𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗕𝗔 Watch this Exclusive Interview with the Prime Minister Candidate for this year’s SSG Election 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗵𝘂𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝗯𝗮. In the recent years, the MSU Main transitioned to a Parliamentarian form of Student Governance, owing to the reason of a just and peaceful elections. Throughout the history of the university, SSG Election is one of its crucial, “hottest” moments in harnessing progress within campus that a lot of stakeholders are closely, actively and at times aggressively involved. This new form of governance aims to eliminate past mishaps and bridge gaps between students and the administration. Looking forward to a “just and peaceful” elections, the stakes are high and the competition might be tighter than we think. Listen to what Mr.Misba has to say on some of the most pressing issues in the campus and his visions for the next MSU. Are you ready to cast your votes? Remember, your choice defines the future of our MSU. Video Journalist: Abdul Hafiz Malawani, Abegail Acle, Xandryl Saycon, Amer Hassan Usman and Bethel Grace Paubsanon

𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗠𝗘 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 | 𝗕𝗔𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗔 Watch this Exclusive Interview with the Prime Minister Candidate for this year’s SSG Election and the incumbent 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗝𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘄𝗶𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮 In the recent years, the MSU Main transitioned to a Parliamentarian form of Student Governance, owing to the reason of a just and peaceful elections. Throughout the history of the university, SSG Election is one of its crucial, “hottest” moments in harnessing progress within campus that a lot of stakeholders are closely, actively and at times aggressively involved. This new form of governance aims to eliminate past mishaps and bridge gaps between students and the administration. Looking forward to a “just and peaceful” elections, the stakes are high and the competition might be tighter than we think. Listen to what Prime Minister Baguinda has to say on some of the most pressing issues in the campus and his visions for the next MSU. Are you ready to cast your votes? Remember, your choice defines the future of our MSU. Video Journalist: Abdul Hafiz Malawani, Abegail Acle, Xandryl Saycon, Amer Hassan Usman and Bethel Grace Paubsanon

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 | 𝗣𝗔𝗣𝗦𝗔𝗦 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 With 79 participating universities, including DLSU and UST, represented by 480 student leaders, MSU Main Campus joined the second run of the 15th Interactive Youth Forum on April 17-19, 2024, at Crown Legacy Hotel, Baguio City by the Philippine Association of Practitioners of Student Affairs and Services, Inc. (PAPSAS). The Youth Delegates from the MSU Main are the SSG Prime Minister Jawawie Baguinda, SC President Norashya Bayabao and MV Editor-in-Chief Raheemah Hafsah Pangarungan. With them are the officials from the Division of Student Affairs who also joined the practitioners’ workshop, to wit: Mr. Jalaluddin Alonto, Ms. Adjani Alawi, Ms. Anilainie Dipatuan, Ms. Bainisa Hadji Zainoden, Ms. Haronisa Mandangan, Mr. Alinor Menor, and Ms. Ailene Ampog. The Youth Forum highlights the integration of anticipatory thinking in leadership and the Sustainable Development Goals. It is an avenue for leadership training, building networks and establishing new sets of improvements in campus leadership through the formed student leaders’ declaration. During the Forum, Mindanao State University stood out as one of the most impactful universities with promising student leaders. Celebrated as the Top Rizal Student and effective public speaker, Mindanao Varsitarian Editor-in-Chief, Ms. Pangarungan, was voted as the Team Leader for the SDG 1 Team (Phase 1), the Division 1 of SDGs Team (Phase 2), as well as the Mindanao Universities Team (Phase 3). In the Final Phase of the Forum, there will only be Four chosen student leaders among the hundreds of delegates to represent NCR (with North Luzon), South Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao for the Final National Declaration. Representing the whole Mindanao at the Final Phase for the National Declaration is Mindanao State University’s MV EIC Ms. Pangarungan. Mindanao focused on

#𝗔𝘀𝗸𝗠𝗦𝗨𝗮𝗻 | 𝗤𝘂𝗿’𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 Embark on a spiritual journey in the first day of the Qur’an Experience 1445. We join the many organizations convening for this Ramadan’s biggest campus wide event. Starting with the competitions on spoken poetry and video advocacy unto understanding the essence of this month thru various renowned islamic speakers, the first day of the experience was strong. On Monday, today, let us finally witness the highlight of the event: intercollegiate qur’an reading competition at the international convention center. Broadcaster: Al Gazali Bohari Video Journalist: Nikka Falcon, Abdul Hafiz Malawani, Shri Tahanie Macaumbao

𝗠𝗩 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽 | 𝟲𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲 As the semester is nearing its end and many wait for the announcement of the new batch of MSUan, let us have the #AskMSUan of now MSU alumni last graduation of batch Madasigon. Broadcaster: Amer Hassan Usman Video Journalist: Nikka Falcon

𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 | 𝗗𝘂’𝗮 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗷𝗶𝗱 𝗡𝗶’𝗺𝗮𝗵 As we are nearing the end of Ramadan, the Qur’an experience starts tomorrow. Eid’l Fitr is right around the corner. We ask everyone to include the Ummah, Palestine, Our Parents, and our loved ones in our du’as, prayers, especially in the 27th night of the holy month. May we make the best of wellness break and the last nights of Ramadan. Du’a by Imam Najeeb Tago Tahajjud at Masjid Ni’mah (Heaven Road | Sarimanok Structure)

𝗪𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗡’𝗦 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛 In the middle of women’s month, let us recognize the mothers who struggle for our homes. Let us recognize the little girls who fight with their mothers in the face of poverty, in the face of traumas, and whatever countless challenges in front of them. Being a Mother is far from being trivial. Let us sensationalize that learning how to cook, how to do laundry, how to fix the house, and how to keep the family in harmony are the primary and most prestigious responsibilities of a woman. And of those things, no woman is limited to even be more. It is an ultimate privilege of any woman to naturally have the role of becoming a Mother—the frontliner of our society’s progress, as it is the home which is the basic unit of society. Embrace womanhood. Embrace our role. Watch the shorter version of this film produced during pandemic and featured in various TV platforms through NCCT and CNN. MV encourages everyone especially MSUans to also reach out to these communities. The children in Papandayan are also studying qur’an in the Halaqa near the landfill. Disclaimer: The Film was produced following quarantine protocols at that time. Formal Written Consent especially for Child Protection was acquired. All rights reserved.

𝗠𝗦𝗨𝗔𝗡 𝗜𝗡 𝗥𝗔𝗠𝗔𝗗𝗔𝗡 To Burn. "It was named Ramadan because it burns the sins of people with good deeds." Ref: Tafsir al-Qurtub (v. 2, p. 271) Perhaps Ramadan exists for the same reason why we are born in this world pure—to be tainted and to be purified again. To go through the journey of choices and experience His mercy…for going back to Him is the meaning of life. In this Month of Ramadan, Mindanao Varsitarian enjoins you to join our Ramadan Series, for the sake of Allah. We invite you to burn sins and to come anew from the ashes; our souls free and our hearts passionate in pleasing Him. We invite you to Salaam. Participate in the best college prayer room, share in iftar drive, listen to da’awah and tilawah, and pray for the Ummah. Disclaimer: Consent especially for Child Protection was given in the making of the Video.

𝗪𝗘’𝗥𝗘 𝗠𝗦𝗨𝗔𝗡𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗘… What makes you an MSUan? Send us your video of this trend via this page and get a chance to be featured here in Mindanao Varsitarian. #MindanaoVarsitarian #MVEntertainment

𝕭𝖆𝖙𝖈𝖍 𝕸𝖆𝖉𝖆𝖘𝖎𝖌𝖔𝖓 | 𝟔𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 Madasigon. You are the epitome of Hope. You chose to be strong to become the strength we promised our home. The Spirit of your resilience remains a legacy to those who now share with you the dream you achieved, to be a graduate and to realize a brighter future. Despite countless struggles, you lived. You succeeded. And for that, Alhamdulillah. © 2024 MINDANAO VARSITARIAN: The Official Student Publication of Mindanao State University-Marawi City

𝗠𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝘆. 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗸 𝗔𝗯𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘀 Makibalita with the Secretary of Board of Regents, Atty. Shidik “Zed” Abantas, about the current changes and latest updates on our campus safety and security. In this first episode of MValita, Atty. Abantas answers most pressing questions on safety and security plan, traffic system, and abolishment of illegal vendors in campus. Broadcaster: Abegail Acle Video Journalists: Nikka Falcon | Abdul Hafiz Malawani #MValita #MindanaoVarsitarian

#𝐀𝐬𝐤𝐌𝐒𝐔𝐚𝐧 | 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤 On December 5th, students and alumni of MSU Marawi City joined together in a solidarity walk, condemning the recent bombing incident at the Dimaporo Gymnasium. The campus is united in a call for peace, heightened security, justice, and unity. Despite concerns for their safety, students marched from the MSU- Solidarity Cube to the University Infirmary, expressing solidarity with the injured victims. The walk continued to the Dimaporo Gymnasium, the site of the tragic incident, highlighting the pressing need for enhanced campus security. A poignant program followed, where participants sang the University hymn, delivered messages of condolences, and lit candles in tribute to the lives lost. MSU stands united for peace, justice, and a safer campus. Broadcaster: Shri Tahanie Macaumbao Video Journalist: Princess Naomie Amirel and Areej Zaynab Sani

𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐍 | 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐄

𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐍 | 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐄 We should focus on the root cause, on what fuels radicalism—the long denial of Palestinian Rights. Video Journalist: Edrian Iligan

Sagayan Video Highlight

𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗢 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦 | MSU 62nd Founding Anniversary 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛: In a resounding chorus of diversity, excellence, innovation, and quality education, Mindanao State University recently marked another victorious milestone in its journey – the celebration of its founding anniversary. The MSU 62nd Founding Anniversary was a grand celebration that lasted for two months for the first time in history. From the battle of poets, the showcase of athletic abilities, the clash of enchanting voices, to the amazing dance of heroes, indeed, MSUans have offered us a lot this year. This annual event is a testament to the university's rich history, its dedication to academic excellence, and the vibrant spirit of its community. Truly, we can say that we are ONE MSU. Furthermore, this celebration was filled with inspiring moments and significant highlights, so let's take a closer look at the key events and achievements that made SAGAYAN truly special. PAMANTASANG MINDANAO, tunay nga na ika'y dakila! Words by April May Hinampas and Nikka Falcon Music by Nelson Tiger John Ganancial II Video by Edrian Iligan #MSUat62 #MSU62ndFoundingAnniversary #DakilangPamantasangMindanao #MindanaoVarsitarian

#𝗔𝘀𝗸𝗠𝗦𝗨𝗮𝗻: 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗚𝗔𝗡𝗭𝗔 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯

#𝐀𝐬𝐤𝐌𝐒𝐔𝐚𝐧 | 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐙𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 WATCH: Perfect pitches are rhyming in the air as MSUans showcased their exquisite voices and jaw-dropping harmonies at the Dimaporo Gymnasium during the Musical Extravaganza 2023. Here's what some MSUans had to say when asked about their expectations and preparations during the momentary happenings of the battle of musical prowess between the Heroes of Sagayan. Musical Extravaganza is one of the major anticipated events by MSUans during the annual celebration of the Founding Anniversary of Mindanao State University-Main Campus. #MindanaoVarsitarian #MusicalExtravaganza2023 #Sagayan2023 Report by Rohaina Dansal Broadcaster: Abegail Acle Video journalist: Areej Zaynab Sani, Nikka Falcon and Abdul Hakim Hadji Usman

#𝐀𝐬𝐤𝐌𝐒𝐔𝐚𝐧 | 𝐌𝐒𝐔 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 After weeks of training, the Athletes served us game plays that kept us at edge of our seats. From football, badminton, chess, lawn tennis, softball, volleyball, karate, athletics, tabletennis, sepak takraw, and basketball, we found ourselves coming to witness it all, from the two parallel venues where the sports was held, the Open Court that extends to the Oval Track, and the Enclosed Gymnasium. It was indeed a tight and tough fight from the blazing spirit of the Athlete representatives. Among the colleges that garnered the most medals are CSPEAR Lions, COE Eagles, and COA Tamaraws, who grabbed the Champion, 1st Runner Up, and 2nd Runner Up, respectively. In as much as we similarly does not want it to end, UIG officially ended half-way October, leaving us a month of inspiring sportsmanship and camaraderie, preserving the "Kalaro hindi Kalaban" tagline. Report by Fatima Zahra Bashier Broadcaster: Gleza Florence Fernando Videojournalist: Areej Zaynab Sani, Nikka Falcon and Abdul Hakim Hadji Usman

#𝗔𝘀𝗸𝗠𝗦𝗨𝗮𝗻𝘀 | 𝗨𝗜𝗚 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛: Students asked about their experiences with the opening program of this year's university intramural games and answered questions with anticipation and enthusiasm as they showed support for their colleges and chanted their cheers loudly and proudly. Video by Areej Zaynab Sani and Abdulhakim Hadji Usman #Sagayan2023 #UIG2023OpeningProgram #MSU62ndFoundingAnniversary