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27/10/2026

CONGRATULATIONS, DEAN’S LISTERS!

Excellence Through Dedication, Perseverance, and Hard Work!

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies proudly congratulates the outstanding students of the Bachelor of Arts in Literary and Cultural Studies for earning a well-deserved place on the Dean’s List!

Your remarkable academic achievements reflect your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence. Despite the challenges of your academic journey, you have demonstrated that determination, discipline, and passion for learning are the foundations of success.

May this recognition inspire you to continue striving for greater heights, pursuing knowledge, and becoming future advocates of literary and cultural heritage.

Your hard work has paid off, and your DELCS family is incredibly proud of you!

Once again, congratulations to our Dean’s Listers! Continue to shine and inspire others through your achievements. 💗

19/10/2026

𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐒 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐀𝐑'𝐒 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒 𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐆𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐘 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies proudly celebrates the accepted works of 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐲 𝐁. 𝐇𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐦, 𝐏𝐡𝐃, recognizing her contributions to literature, culture, and scholarly research.

Two of her literary works, “𝐴𝑛𝑔 𝑃𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑎𝑙𝑎𝑛 𝐾𝑜 𝑠𝑎 𝐿𝑖𝑘𝑜𝑑 𝑛𝑔 𝐵𝑒𝑙𝑜” and “𝐴𝑛𝑔 𝑃𝑎𝑔-𝑖𝑏𝑖𝑔 𝑠𝑎 𝐺𝑖𝑡𝑛𝑎 𝑛𝑔 𝑃𝑎𝑛𝑎𝑛𝑎𝑚𝑝𝑎𝑙𝑎𝑡𝑎𝑦𝑎,” have been accepted by 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬’ 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐧𝐬: 𝐀 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬. These works bring attention to the meaningful relationship between literature, identity, love, and faith.

Meanwhile, her scholarly article, “𝐵𝑒𝑦𝑜𝑛𝑑 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐴𝑙𝑡𝑎𝑟: 𝑁𝑒𝑔𝑜𝑡𝑖𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝐼𝑑𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑡𝑦, 𝑃𝑖𝑒𝑡𝑦, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑃𝑎𝑡𝑟𝑖𝑎𝑟𝑐ℎ𝑦 𝐴𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑔 𝐹𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑝𝑖𝑛𝑎 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑡𝑠 𝑡𝑜 𝐼𝑠𝑙𝑎𝑚 𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐵𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑠𝑎𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑜,” has been accepted by the 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐈𝐉𝐑𝐒𝐈). The study explores significant questions surrounding identity, religious commitment, and gender within the Bangsamoro context.

These achievements reflect the value of literary expression and academic inquiry in understanding people's experiences, beliefs, and cultural realities. Through her creative and scholarly works, Assoc. Prof. Hashim contributes to conversations that give space to stories, perspectives, and experiences that deserve to be heard.

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies extends its warmest congratulations to Assoc. Prof. Charity Joy B. Hashim, PhD, on these meaningful milestones. May her work continue to inspire educators, writers, researchers, and students to pursue knowledge and create works that make a difference.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐲 𝐁. 𝐇𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐦, 𝐏𝐡𝐃!

19/10/2026

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies (DELCS) and Office of Creative Works (OCREWORKS) of MSU-TCTO, Culminates Its Activities on October 16, 2026, at Mindanao State University–Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU-TCTO) in Collaboration with the Bangao Community Narrative Association and the Office of Gender and Development (OGAD).

The activity served as an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments, experiences, and meaningful contributions of the university community. It also highlighted the importance of collaboration, creativity, and cultural appreciation in promoting a more engaging and enriching academic environment.

Through this initiative, DELCS and OCREWORKS strengthened their shared commitment to encouraging creative expression, appreciating literary and cultural works, and providing opportunities for students and other members of the university community to participate in meaningful academic and cultural activities.

The culmination activity also emphasized the value of bringing people together through shared experiences, allowing participants to reflect on their involvement and recognize the role of creativity, literature, and culture in fostering understanding and collaboration within the university.

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies and Office of Creative Works extends its sincere gratitude to the participating students, faculty members, and everyone who contributed to the success of the activity. The office remains committed to creating opportunities, supporting creative endeavours, and transforming ideas into meaningful outputs for the MSU-TCTO community.

Creating Opportunities, Transforming Lives.

Write up and Photos: Ahmed Azraff H. Yahiya

02/10/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, OUR VISIONARY LEADER!🐬💙

To our beloved Mother Dolphin, Prof. Mary Joyce Z. Guinto-Sali, Ph.D., may Allah bless you with good health, wisdom, happiness, and continued strength as you lead and inspire the MSU TCTO community.

Thank you for creating opportunities and transforming lives. May your journey continue to inspire many more.

Happy Birthday, Mother Dolphin! 🎂

25/08/2026

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies (DELCS) proudly congratulates faculty members Mirra Edora A. Esmael and Nelson S. Dino, Director of the Office of Creative Works, MSU-TCTO, for the publication of their literary works in the Bangsamoro Literary Review 2021–2025, featured in In Transit, edited by Kristine Ong Muslim and Gutierrez Mangansakan II.

Esmael’s poem, “Once, I Offered Myself to the Stars,” and Dino’s short story, “My Path Home,” reflect the richness of creative expression and the growing presence of Bangsamoro voices in contemporary Philippine literature.

In line with its commitment to fostering literary and creative excellence, MSU-TCTO provides incentives for published literary works by its students, faculty, and staff. This initiative further strengthens the University’s support for meaningful scholarship, creativity, and cultural production.

Congratulations on this significant literary achievement!

24/08/2026

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies (DELCS) continued its extension initiative, “Kata-kata maka Pangentoman: Kasuligan Min Kamattoahan”: Bridging Cultures Through Oral Literature and Heritage: A Community-Based Research and Extension Program, bringing together the youth and elders of Brgy. Lakit-Lakit and members of the Jama Mapun community on August 8, 2026.

Led by project proponent Dr. Glenda O. Abdul, alongside DELCS faculty and staff, the activity celebrated indigenous roots and strengthened intercommunity connections through a dynamic exchange of cultural knowledge and traditions.

Cultural bearer Ms. Purita O. Alama of Mapun, together with the Jama Mapun Youth College Association (JAMAYCA), led a demonstration of the Lunsay, a traditional community dance performed on woven bamboo floors, where rhythmic footwork is accompanied by distinctive acappella chants.

More than a demonstration, the activity became a shared cultural experience as participants from both the Jama Mapun community and Brgy. Lakit-Lakit actively engaged in the Lunsay and other cultural performances. Participants learned from one another through movement, rhythm, and participation, transforming the gathering into a meaningful space for cultural exchange.

The celebration also highlighted the grace and artistry of the Igal, with participants from both communities taking part in its performance. Through their shared participation in Lunsay and Igal, the activity demonstrated how cultural traditions can bring communities together while allowing each to appreciate and experience the heritage of the other.

The gathering concluded with a rich storytelling session featuring local fables, allowing elders and cultural bearers to share stories, memories, values, and traditional knowledge with the younger generation.

By carrying these rhythms, movements, and stories forward and by creating spaces where communities can not only witness but actively participate in one another’s cultural traditions, DELCS continues to strengthen intergenerational learning, cultural appreciation, and the preservation of living heritage.

Through initiatives such as Kata-kata maka Pangentoman, the wisdom of our elders remains a guiding rhythm for the youth, keeping our shared cultural identity alive, meaningful, and vibrant for generations to come.

05/08/2026

𝗔 𝗡 𝗡 𝗢 𝗨 𝗡 𝗖 𝗘 𝗠 𝗘 𝗡 𝗧 !

Hi there, na Baby Dolphins!

Pursuant to 𝗢𝗩𝗖𝗔𝗔 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗺 𝗡𝗼. 𝟬𝟰𝟴, 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, the following are the important schedules related to enrolment, change matriculation, and classes for the First Semester, Academic Year 2026-2027:

𝙀𝙣𝙧𝙤𝙡𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙙 - 𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝟯-𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
𝘼𝙙𝙙 / 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚 𝙈𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 - 𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝟭𝟬-𝟭𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗢𝗡 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬, 𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝟭𝟬, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

Stay updated, mga ka-Dolphins!

14/07/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫!

ALHAMDULILLAH, FINALLY PUBLISHED!

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies proudly congratulates Almijan Alonzo Jamil on earning the Certificate of Publication, Certificate of Authorship, and Certificate of Membership from Dreamer Publishing Services – Scholarly Lens.

His literary work, "𝑪𝒖𝒓𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑭𝒂𝒊𝒕𝒉, 𝑪𝒖𝒓𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑺𝒆𝒍𝒇," has been officially published in Scholarly Lens: A Literary Magazine for Educators (Volume 3, Issue No. 3, July–September 2026) and is registered with the National Library of the Philippines, carrying both Print ISSN 3028-175X and Electronic ISSN 3028-1768. This recognition affirms the quality of his work and its contribution to Philippine literary scholarship.

As a proud member of the pioneering Bachelor of Arts in Literary and Cultural Studies (BALCS) Batch "PANAGNAAN," Almijan continues to demonstrate how literature can preserve culture, inspire communities, and give voice to meaningful stories.

May this achievement open new opportunities for continued excellence in literary writing, research, and cultural advocacy. The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies and the entire MSU-TCTO community celebrate this remarkable milestone with pride.

Congratulations, Almijan Alonzo Jamil!

Your words now stand as part of the nation's literary record. Continue writing, inspiring, and preserving culture through the enduring power of literature.

11/07/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫!

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies proudly congratulates Almijan Alonzo Jamil on the acceptance of his literary work for publication in Scholarly Lens: A Literary Magazine for Education.

This achievement reflects his hard work, creativity, and dedication to the craft of writing. Having his work accepted for publication is an important milestone and a recognition of his talent and commitment to creating stories that inform, inspire, and celebrate culture.

We are proud of this accomplishment and wish him continued success in his journey as a writer. Congratulations once again!

09/07/2026

ATTENTION, INCOMING FRESHMEN AND SHIFTEES!

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies (BALCS) warmly welcomes all aspiring students for the Admission Evaluation.

📅 Date: July 10, 2026
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Venue: Department of Literary and Cultural Studies, MSU-TCTO

Take the first step toward a meaningful academic journey where literature preserves stories, culture shapes identity, and creativity inspires change.

We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to the BALCS family.

Starting tomorrow!

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