Ms. Kristelyn Catadman Rubas from Biliran Province State University (BiPSU) represents Eastern Visayas in the Online Awitan Challenge 2024 National Edition organized by the Police Community Affairs and Development Group (PCADG) with the theme, “Pagkilala at Pagtuklas sa mga Kabataang Mang-aawit ng Makabagong Panahon.”

In an online interview, Ms. Rubas expressed her joy and gratitude for her unexpected victory, acknowledging the capabilities of her competitors while attributing her success to her faith in the Lord.

“I am so happy. I didn’t expect po na ako ang nanalo dahil magagaling din po ang mga kalaban but I trust the Lord,” she stated.

Further, the University Media and Information Office (UMIO) and the Cultural Affairs and Development Unit (CADU) respectively produced and conceptualized Ms. Catadman’s video of her rendition of “Anak” by Freddie Aguilar.

The university encourages the entire BiPSU community to support Ms. Catadman through voting via Facebook reactions, such as likes, hearts, comments, and shares. The judges will begin screening and scoring the entries from May 27-29.

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Biliran Province State University's (BiPSU) official tertiary student publication, The Pillar Publication, clinched two awards at the 2nd National Campus Journalism Convention organized by Transforming Advocates and Champions (TRAC). Held from April 28 to 30 at the Manila Grand Opera Hotel, the event drew over 300 campus journalists from 63 universities nationwide.

Biliran Province State University (BiPSU), through its Research and Development Office (RDO) and Innovation Office (IO), conducted a seminar entitled "Unlocking Innovation: Exploring the Path to Successful Technology Commercialization Strategies" on May 3 at the BiPSU Hyflex Audio Visual Center (HAVC).

The seminar aimed to address the challenges faced by BiPSU faculty members in transferring technical knowledge and innovations from research to the marketplace. It specifically targeted research chairpersons per school and faculty members with published intellectual property.

Experts from Samar State University (SSU) served as resource persons for the event. Engr. Raven Tabiongan, SSU's TBI Expert and Samar Island GIS and Data Analytics Center Director, centered his discussion on design thinking. Moreover, Dr. Vivian L. Moya, SSU's Intellectual Property and Technology Business Development Office Director, tackled fairness opinion reports on commercializing technologies and technology business incubation and commercialization.

BiPSU President Dr. Victor C. Cañezo, Jr. also attended the event and encouraged faculty members to participate actively and gain valuable knowledge that can contribute to the university's success in commercializing its research outputs.

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Successful Applicants for Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Program

We are pleased to extend our heartfelt congratulations to the successful applicants for the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program for the first semester of academic year 2024-2025. We kindly request you to check your email for detailed instructions regarding the subsequent steps in the enrollment process.

Tacloban City - Biliran Province State University officials, headed by University President Dr. Victor C. Cañezo, Jr., successfully gained recommendation for endorsements from the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) for the university’s six (6) proposed IT and Infrastructure Projects during the Technical Budget Hearing for FY 2025 held at C Pavilion on April 29.

Biliran Province State University (BiPSU), through the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), conducted the release of the SMART Scholarship Program at the university gymnasium on April 30. Amounting to Php 25,000.00 for each student, the financial assistance was made possible through the efforts of Hon. Gerardo ‘Gerryboy’ J. Espina, Jr., Congressman of the Lone District of Biliran.

Biliran Province State University (BiPSU) organized a mental health awareness symposium for students on April 24 at the university gymnasium. The event, facilitated by the Guidance and Counseling Services Office (GCSO), aimed to promote student well-being.

BiPSU goes to South Asia

Biliran Province State University (BiPSU) continues to advance its internationalization initiatives with a recent delegation comprising faculty and students participating in a Cross-Cultural Immersion Program at Assam Down Town University (AdtU) in India from April 21 to May 3.

Manila, Philippines - Biliran Province State University (BiPSU) President, Dr. Victor C. Caňezo, Jr. visited Adamson University (AdU) today to meet key officials for a potential partnership to enhance academic, research, and development sectors at both universities.

Among the key officials who welcomed President Caňezo were Dr. Venusmar C. Quevedo, Vice President for Administrative Affairs; Fr. Rafael K. Eloriaga, Vice President for Financial Affairs; Dr. Rosula S.J. Reyes, Vice President for Academic Affairs; and Dr. Merlinda A. Palencia, Dean of the College of Engineering.

The discussions centered on collaborative efforts for joint research initiatives, faculty and student exchange programs, extension services, and other innovative opportunities. Furthermore, both institutions expressed their commitment to a beneficial partnership that will drive academic excellence and innovation.

Following the discussions, Dr. Palencia gave President Caňezo a tour of AdU's facilities, including its state-of-the-art laboratories on Engineering programs.

Both universities are set to convene for another meeting to formalize their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

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Biliran Province State University (BiPSU) recently organized a training workshop focusing on Geospatial Data Acquisition and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) from April 18 to 21. Led by the Institutional Planning Office (IPO), the event involved participation from faculty and staff of the School of Engineering (SOE), Engineering and Physical Development Office (EPDO), Research and Development Office (RDO), and the technical team of Biliran Campus.