West Visayas State University - College of Agriculture and Forestry

06/09/2026

02/09/2026

𝐀 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐋-𝐃𝐄𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐄𝐃 𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄!

The West Visayas State University – College of Agriculture and Forestry (WVSU-CAF) congratulates 10 faculty members on their successful reclassification to Instructor III.

This milestone recognizes your dedication to professional growth, commitment to academic excellence, and meaningful contributions to the College in the areas of instruction, research, extension, and community engagement.

Your achievement reflects not only your individual growth but also the continuing pursuit of excellence of the WVSU-CAF community.

Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement! May this new milestone open greater opportunities for professional growth and continued service to the University and our students.

The WVSU-CAF family celebrates with you!

02/09/2026

𝗪𝗩𝗦𝗨 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗛𝗔𝗭𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗔𝗜𝗥 𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬

In view of the transboundary haze affecting Western Visayas and reports of elevated fine particulate matter (PM2.5), West Visayas State University advises all students, faculty, and staff to take necessary precautions while on campus.

Everyone is encouraged to wear a well-fitting face mask, especially when outdoors.

Prolonged outdoor activities should be minimized, particularly for individuals with asthma, cardiovascular or respiratory conditions, and other vulnerable members of the University community.

Those experiencing persistent coughing, difficulty breathing, throat or eye irritation, chest discomfort, or other unusual symptoms are advised to seek medical attention.

The University community is encouraged to remain alert and monitor official air-quality and health advisories from concerned government agencies.

Please take the necessary precautions and stay safe.

31/08/2026

𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗢𝗘𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗪𝗩𝗦𝗨 | 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗢𝗘𝗦 𝗗𝗔𝗬

This National Heroes Day, West Visayas State University honors the people who help keep the University moving forward each day.

Our heroes are not only found in history books. They are the people who teach, lead, serve, care, protect, maintain, and show up every day—whether in classrooms and offices, in our hospital, at our gates, or behind the scenes. Their work may take different forms, but each contributes to the University's mission and to the people we serve.

Today, we recognize the WVSU community whose everyday acts of service, dedication, and responsibility help make this University what it is. Thank you for being part of the work of Transforming Generations.

Happy National Heroes Day!

30/08/2026

The University has identified phishing attempts involving individuals or organizations falsely representing themselves as WVSU officials and sending fraudulent emails to University domain users.

We advise all stakeholders to:

🔎 Verify the sender and email address before responding or taking action.

📧 Check that official University communications come from authorized .edu.ph email addresses.

🚫 Do not click suspicious links, open unexpected attachments, or provide sensitive information.

✅ When in doubt, verify the message through an official University channel or contact the MIS Office.

Stay vigilant.

24/08/2026

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒: 𝐎𝐀𝐓𝐇-𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐋𝐘 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐍𝐎𝐍-𝐀𝐂𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐂 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐋

WVSU-CAF warmly welcomes two newly appointed personnel as they take on their new roles in the institution.

Mr. Mark Laurence G. Lastimozo and Mr. Leo L. Capadosa are appointed as Security Guard I in the Security Unit.

Mr. Lastimozo brings with him eighteen (18) years of dedicated service as an Agency Guard of the College, while Mr. Capadosa has three (3) years of service.

Their years of service, experience, and commitment are valuable contributions to the safety and security of the WVSU-CAF community.

Congratulations on your well-deserved appointments.

Welcome, Cafamilias!

21/08/2026

21/08/2026

𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱, 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲

With pride and hope, we celebrate a new chapter for the WVSU College of Agriculture and Forestry. Congratulations to Chairperson Jessie Ajera Jr., Vice Chairperson Jushua Sobrevega, and Councilor Renato Libalib Jr. for being elected as members of the WVSU Federated Student Council Board during the meeting held on August 20, 2026 via Google Meet. Your election is not just a title — it is a calling. A calling to bring the voice of AFSC, to sow ideas, and to harvest meaningful change for students across the entire WVSU System.

To our AFSC officers: May you walk with courage, lead with compassion, and serve with purpose.

𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑠𝑡𝑢𝑑𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑟𝑠ℎ𝑖𝑝 𝑖𝑠 𝑏𝑟𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡𝑒𝑟 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑡𝑎𝑏𝑙𝑒.

21/08/2026

21/08/2026

𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬 | 𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗢𝗬 𝗔𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗡𝗢 𝗗𝗔𝗬

West Visayas State University observes Friday, August 21, 2026, as Ninoy Aquino Day, a special non-working day pursuant to Proclamation No. 1006, s. 2025, declaring the regular holidays and special non-working days for 2026.

Observed annually on August 21, Ninoy Aquino Day commemorates the life and legacy of former Senator Benigno “Ninoy” S. Aquino Jr. The date marks the anniversary of his death in 1983 and is declared a special non-working day under Republic Act No. 9256.