WVSU Pototan Campus

03/09/2026

𝐖𝐕𝐒𝐔-𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝟐𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐲

West Visayas State University–Pototan Campus convened its faculty members and administrative personnel for its 25th Faculty and Staff General Assembly on September 2, 2026, at the campus Audio-Visual Room, outlining major institutional achievements and forward-looking academic roadmaps.

Opening the assembly, Campus Administrator Dr. Raymund B. Gemora commended the collective effort behind recent campus-wide accomplishments. Among the major highlights reported was the conduct of Level IV Re-accreditation of programs under the School of Information and Communications Technology, the School of Industrial Technology, and the School of Business Management, spearheaded alongside the Quality Assurance Office. Dr. Gemora also cited the smooth ex*****on of the campus clean-up drive, the general orientation for incoming freshmen, and the Terminal Competency Assessment (TCA) for graduating fourth-year students.

On physical developments, Dr. Gemora briefed the assembly on completed and ongoing infrastructure projects, including the newly restored gazebo, the newly built restroom facility situated behind Community Center 1, and the upcoming rehabilitation of the campus library office. He further outlined student and personnel welfare initiatives, including the motivation seminar organized for 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) examinees, the proposed master’s degree program under the School of Industrial Technology, and the active processing of institutional insurance coverage for students, faculty, and staff.

Human Resource Management Office Head and Administrative Officer IV Mr. Iver C. Panes tackled key administrative guidelines, discussing recruitment protocols, service credit processing for teaching staff, and leave application procedures for sick and wellness leaves. Mr. Panes also reminded faculty members pursuing doctoral studies regarding the processing and submission of study permits.

Addressing research and extension, Dr. Raquel Pedrajas, Director for Research, Innovation, and Extension, delivered progress updates aligned with PREXC targets. She emphasized expanding faculty involvement in research work, citing recently completed research projects and upcoming community extension engagements.

Meanwhile, Director for Academic Affairs Dr. Nove D. Jalandoni presented the university's 2026 Strategic Target Roadmap. Dr. Jalandoni reminded academic personnel regarding critical timelines for course syllabus submissions, compliance mandates under CHED directives, protocol adherence for travel requests, class monitoring guidelines, and the performance evaluation of top-performing students during the TCA.

The general assembly concluded on a celebratory note with a special video presentation honoring faculty and staff birthday celebrants for the months of May, June, July, and August.

𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐛𝐲:
𝐀𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐚 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐚 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐧

𝐄𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲:
𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐨𝐳𝐚𝐝𝐚

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19/08/2026

𝟭𝟯𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗗𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗟 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗗

WVSU Pototan convened its 13th Campus Administrative Council (ADCO) Meeting on August 18, 2026, 3:00 PM, at the Campus Administrator’s Conference Room, bringing together administrative officers, school directors, and unit heads to strengthen campus operations and set strategic directions for Academic Year 2026–2027.

Presided over by Campus Administrator Dr. Raymund B. Gemora, the meeting focused on key administrative policies, financial initiatives, academic priorities, personnel management, student support, and campus development, with emphasis on aligning campus operations with university-wide standards and ensuring efficient and responsive delivery of services.

A significant agenda item was the council’s approval endorsing the proposed Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with LandBank, presented by Ms. Angellie E. Adorio, Accountant II. The partnership is expected to provide faculty and staff with access to favorable institutional loan interest rates. WVSU Pototan is currently the only satellite campus in the WVSU system yet to establish employees' payroll integration with LandBank. The approval of the proposal was formally moved by HRMO II and Administrative Officer IV Mr. Iver C. Panes and seconded by SOIT Director Dr. Pablo L. Lauro.

To ensure uninterrupted instruction across programs, the council also discussed faculty hiring and workload management. With 25 new plantilla items soon to be filled as reported across schools, Dr. Gemora directed the HRMO and concerned office heads to expedite the processing of permanent faculty hiring as well as part-time faculty appointments, anticipate future staffing requirements, and ensure strict compliance with approved class schedules and teaching assignments. Transition arrangements for campus resource generation project were likewise addressed, including the proposed formal inventory and turnover of the RGU catering enterprise to incoming project personnel.

Academic excellence and student support remained central to the council’s discussions. SOED Director Dr. Marlene S. Gloria presented updates on final coaching activities, motivational sessions, and review engagements designed to strengthen the preparedness of the campus takers for the forthcoming Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT).

The council likewise adopted policy directions concerning campus activities, educational tours, and environmental sustainability. Co-curricular activities were reviewed and streamlined to protect instructional time, while key first-semester activities and deadlines were confirmed, including the Terminal Competency Assessment on August 20, Welcome Fest on September 3, University Curriculum Review deadline on October 8, and Pototan Campus Days with LitMus 2026 on October 21–22.

For educational tours and other off-campus learning activities, the administration reiterated the need for strict compliance with procurement rules and prescribed bidding procedures to ensure transparency, accountability, and proper utilization of resources.

Meanwhile, Research, Innovation, and Extension (RIE) Director Dr. Raquel P. Pedrajas presented initiatives for the sustained maintenance of campus waste management facilities. These include the proposed “One Sack Per Student” to be used for waste segregation as part of the environmental initiative and a request for subsidy support from the Parents-Faculty Association (PFA) to reinforce campus-wide waste management efforts.

With a current enrollment of 2,301 students, WVSU Pototan Campus continues to strengthen its academic, administrative, and support systems while pursuing initiatives that advance institutional development and stakeholder welfare. The campus, represented by the School of Education, is likewise preparing for a meet-up engagement with delegates from Japan, who will visit the campus, further reinforcing its commitment to internationalization and global engagement.

Through the 13th ADCO Meeting, WVSU Pototan reaffirmed its commitment to strategic governance, operational efficiency, academic excellence, fiscal responsibility, and sustainable campus development—laying stronger foundations for a productive and responsive Academic Year 2026–2027. 🤷

19/08/2026

𝗪𝗩𝗦𝗨 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄

To align campus operations with University quality standards and address identified administrative and academic concerns, officials and unit heads of West Visayas State University (WVSU) Pototan Campus convened for the 3rd Campus Top Management Review on August 18, 2026, 2:00 PM, at the Campus Administrator’s Conference Room.

Led by Campus Administrator Dr. Raymund B. Gemora, the review focused on the results of the 2026 Internal Quality Audit (IQA), presented by Internal Quality Lead Auditor Dr. Jeany Rose P. Ignacio. The audit highlighted several institutional strengths, including the campus’ proactive environmental sustainability initiatives, effective internal audit monitoring, accessible document management practices, alternative resource-generation strategies, and strong client engagement.

Beyond these commendations, management gave particular attention to identified areas for improvement. Discussions centered on curriculum-related concerns and the need to strengthen faculty portfolio monitoring and tracking, with inputs from Director for Academic Affairs Dr. Nove D. Jalandoni, Quality Assurance Coordinator Dr. Mar John Noel F. Acanto, SOIT Director Dr. Pablo L. Lauro, and Dr. Ignacio.

The review also addressed critical administrative and infrastructure concerns affecting campus operations, safety, and efficiency. Dr. Gemora, Administrative Officer V Mrs. Ma. Mercedes C. Sumagaysay, and Dr. Jalandoni discussed measures to secure the necessary building occupancy permits, address staffing gaps in the General Services Office (GSO), and institutionalize a formal equipment calibration schedule.

A minor non-conformance involving the School of Education (SOED), headed by Dr. Marlene S. Gloria, and the Office of Student Affairs (OSA), led by Mr. Harrace Gem A. Caver, was likewise deliberated. To ensure prompt, coordinated, and accountable action, management agreed to issue a single consolidated memorandum specifying the required corrective actions, thereby streamlining compliance and avoiding unnecessary documentation.

The review also benefited from the active participation and insights of key campus officials and personnel, including RIE Director Dr. Raquel P. Pedrajas; Administrative Officer V Mrs. Ma. Mercedes C. Sumagaysay; SOICT Director Dr. Ma. Elena Grace A. Parcon; SOBM Director Dr. Ruby P. Cervantes; Research, Innovation, and Development Head Dr. Rosie Jane P. Siosan; Extension and Development Head Dr. Mae B. Angeles; PDO Head Engr. Marilyn P. Moncal; Assistant Professor Joenel M. Prado of PPS; Accountant II Ms. Angellie F. Adorio; Budget Officer II Mrs. Ma. Jane P. Canag; Administrative Officer IV and HRMO II Mr. Iver C. Panes; and Registrar III Mrs. Eden A. Gadugdug.

The management review concluded with management reaffirming its commitment to evidence-based decision-making, timely corrective action, continual improvement, and the sustained implementation of the University’s quality management standards across all campus operations. 🤷

18/08/2026

𝐖𝐕𝐒𝐔 𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝟏𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡

West Visayas State University Pototan Campus held its 16th interfaith worship service at exactly 7:30 AM today at the Audio Visual Room (AVR), where participants explored themes of faith, spiritual vision, and persistent prayer through a biblical account.

The interfaith service opened with heart felt songs of worship, inviting the Holy Spirit into the room and preparing every heart to receive God’s Word.

The gathering highlighted the story of Bartimaeus in Mark 10:46–52, focusing on the moment when the blind beggar sat by the roadside, recognizing his need for divine help and calling out persistently to Jesus despite the crowds trying to silence him.

Subsequently, Ptr, Phileo M. Bais, CPA he referenced key scriptures from the passage, including Mark 10:51, where Jesus asked him directly, “What do you want me to do for you?” Instead of asking for temporary relief or material wealth, Bartimaeus made a deliberate request for spiritual and physical clarity, declaring, “Rabboni, I want to see.” As recorded in Mark 10:52, Jesus responded, “Go, your faith has healed you,” and immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.

The service concluded with a heartfelt prayer and a final message delivered by Senior Pastor Elmo Bais.

The interfaith event brought different faith together to remind everyone that real faith takes courage, humility, and persistence especially when seeking God's direction through life's tough times.

𝙋𝙝𝙤𝙩𝙤𝙨 𝙗𝙮: 𝘼𝙡𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙖 𝘼𝙣𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙖 𝘼𝙡𝙚𝙙𝙧𝙤𝙣
𝙋𝙖𝙪𝙡 𝙀𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙚

𝙋𝙝𝙤𝙩𝙤 𝙀𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮: 𝘽𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙤

𝙉𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝙗𝙮: 𝙆𝙮𝙡𝙖 𝙎𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙤

18/08/2026

𝟐𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐲 𝐄𝐮𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐖𝐕𝐒𝐔 𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲

The West Visayas State University–Pototan Campus celebrated its 23rd Holy Eucharistic Mass on August 17, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. at Community Center I. The Mass was officiated by Rev. Fr. Ildefonso C. Cachuela, Jr., Parish Priest of Patronage of St. Joseph Parish, Binabaan Lambunao.

The Eucharist brought together the members of the university community in prayer, contemplation, and giving of thanks, which built up the spirit of faith and togetherness.

During his homily, Fr. Cachuela first reminded the university community of the importance of gratitude, saying:“𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙜𝙞𝙛𝙩, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙣𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙜𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙞𝙩.”The reminder emphasized the value of appreciating every blessing while remembering and being grateful to the people behind those blessings.

He further shared a message on the deeper meaning of excellence and success: “𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙚 𝙚𝙭𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝙨𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙨; 𝙞𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙖 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙚𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚. 𝙏𝙧𝙪𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝙨𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙙, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥𝙚𝙙.”The message was meant to urge the members of the WVSU Pototan community not to focus on academic performance alone because excellence is evident when one has a good conscience and success is when one has made an impact in the lives of other people.

After the Mass, there was a blessing done at the entire campus, praying for guidance and protection from God for the WVSU Pototan community and its environment.

In addition, there was a unique blessing made on behalf of those celebrating birthdays during the months of May, June, July, and August. This prayer and thanksgiving were made by the university community for their lives, asking that God may bless, guide, keep healthy, and prosper them.

The 23rd Holy Eucharist Mass became a time for the WVSU Pototan Campus community to gather in faith, gratitude, and unity, embracing the principles of service, excellence, and compassion.

𝙋𝙝𝙤𝙩𝙤𝙨 𝙗𝙮: 𝙋𝙖𝙪𝙡 𝙀𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙚
𝘼𝙡𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙖 𝘼𝙣𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙖 𝘼𝙡𝙚𝙙𝙧𝙤𝙣

𝙋𝙝𝙤𝙩𝙤 𝙀𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮: 𝘽𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙧𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙤

𝙉𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝙗𝙮: 𝙕𝙝𝙖𝙞 𝘽𝙤𝙧𝙙𝙤𝙣