Benguet State University

09/04/2026

9 April 2026
𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮 𝗢𝗙 𝗡𝗖𝗔𝗙 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: 𝗕𝗦𝗨 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗧𝗛 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗧

For the second day of the 12th PASUC National Culture and the Arts Festival (NCAF), BSU participants gave their best performances in the Photo Contest, Pagsulat ng Sanaysay, Dagliang Talumpati, Pagkukuwento, Song Writing Competition, and Oral Interpretation of Poetry.

Demsey Molintas of BSU with Eendirah J. Galino of the Mountain Province State University, continued to represent the strong will of Cordillerans in the Mr. and Ms. PASUC Talent Showcase and Regional Attire Competition.

The day is highlighted by Jessica C. De Guzman winning 4th Place in the Photo Contest, the first award won by BSU participants for the CARASUC delegation.

The NCAF 2026 is being held at the West Visayas State University, Iloilo City, until April 11, 2026.//𝘑𝘚𝘛𝘢𝘣𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘢 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘣𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘙𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘭 𝘉𝘰𝘯𝘰

08/04/2026

08/04/2026

08 April 2026, Iloilo City
𝗡𝗖𝗔𝗙 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗬 𝗕𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗦

The 12th PASUC National Culture and the Arts Festival (NCAF) began with a grand parade participated by delegations from different SUCs. The festival is being hosted by the Western Visayas State University.

A total of 50 Benguet State University students joined the Cordillera Administrative Region Association of State Universities and Colleges (CARASUC) delegation led by its Chairperson Eva Marie Codamon-Dugyon, President of Ifugao State University.

CHED Chairperson Shirley C. Agrupis, National Commission for Culture and the Arts Chairperson Eric B. Zerrudo, NCAF Management Committee Chairperson Baby Boy Benjamin D. Nebres III, and Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges President Tirso A. Ronquillo were among the honorable dignitaries who welcomed the delegates during the Opening Program.

In the following days, the BSU students will be representing CARASUC in Contemporary Dance, Folk Dance, Short and Sweet Play, Musical and Dialogue, Drama Duo, Banduria, Classical Guitar, Search for Mr. & Ms. PASUC, Song Writing, Photography, Radio Drama, Pagsulat ng Sanaysay, Dagliang Talumpati, Pagkukwento, Oral Interpretation of Poetry, Dramatic Monologue, and Declamation.//JSTabangcura

06/04/2026

06 April 2026

The Finance Services Division led this week’s Flag Raising Ceremony.

Following the ceremony, Rev. Joe F. Bildan shared a sermon centered on excellence and accountability, encouraging the university community to uphold strong principles in their daily work and responsibilities. He emphasized an accountability framework that calls for individuals to be accountable to God, to leaders, and to one another.

Rev. Bildan also clarified the meaning of excellence, noting that it should not be mistaken for perfection. Instead, he described excellence as a continuous improvement mindset, encouraging employees to strive for better performance while doing their work wholeheartedly and consistently. According to him, excellence has a ripple effect within an organization, inspiring others to improve as well. He reminded the audience that “every step forward is a step toward excellence.” The message concluded with a prayer for the university community to be blessed with the gift of excellence and love.

Afterwards the oath-taking of newly appointed and promoted employees of the university was facilitated by the Human Resource Management Office. A total of 15 personnel took their oath of office, including 11 permanent, one contractual, and three casual employees, marking another step toward strengthening the university workforce.

The College of Home Economics and Technology, Department of Hospitality Management also proudly shared the achievement of their two students who represented the university during the Strawberry Festival 2026. Arthur John B. Siloy and Robert F. Dao-ayen secured first runner-up in the “Dessert Master Chef Arena: Heart of the Harvest – Berry Sweet Showdown” under the student category.

Additionally, an upcoming voter registration activity set on April 7–8, 2026, at the College of Engineering Building lobby was announced by College of Public Administration and Governance (CPAG) Dean Julie M. Binaldo-Velasco. The activity will accommodate new voter registrations, transfer of voter registration, updating of voter records, and reactivation. The CPAG Dean encouraged members of the university community to participate in the democratic process.

In his message, University President Kenneth Laruan reflected on the significance of the Lenten season, emphasizing reflection, sacrifice, patience, and renewal. He encouraged members of the university to find purpose in every activity, reminding them that even routine tasks contribute to the institution’s broader goals.

To illustrate his point, the president shared an example of a teacher’s seed-germination demonstration, explaining that growth often occurs unseen before becoming visible. Similarly, the daily work carried out by university personnel, though sometimes unnoticed, plays an important role in advancing the vision, mission, and goals of the institution.

He concluded by calling on the university community to remain steadfast in their duties, patient in challenges, and renewed in their commitment to serve with excellence and integrity, ensuring that every contribution helps nurture the continued growth of the university.//CDB.De Guzman

06/04/2026

𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗜𝗠 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗥𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗩𝗢𝗧𝗘, 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗢𝗪!

In line with our commitment to civic engagement and as a flagship extension activity of the College of Public Administration and Governance (CPAG), we are pleased to announce that the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) will be conducting the Special Register Anywhere Program (SRAP) right here on our campus.

This initiative aims to bring voter registration services closer to the community, ensuring that every eligible Filipino citizen can exercise their right to vote without the need to travel to their home municipalities.

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲
𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: April 7 – 8, 2026 (Tuesday & Wednesday)
𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲: College of Engineering Building, BSU La Trinidad

𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀
-New Voter Registration
-Transfer of Registration (from other cities/municipalities)
-Correction of Entries
-Reactivation of Registration Records

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴
To ensure a smooth process, please bring the following:
1. Valid Government ID (e.g., Student ID, Employee ID, PhilID, Passport, or Driver's License) with your current address
2. Photocopy of your ID
3. Black Ballpen

06/04/2026

1 April 2026
𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗙 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗔 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗦

Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco “Kiko” Tiu Laurel Jr. met with farmers, truckers, and key stakeholders during a dialogue held at the Benguet Agripinoy Trading Center, where concerns over rising production and transport costs dominated discussions.

The ‘ugnayan’ brought together agricultural workers and local government officials from Benguet, Mountain Province, and Ifugao. Participants highlighted the growing strain on the regional agricultural sector, particularly due to soaring oil prices linked to ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Farmers and truckers shared firsthand accounts of increased operational costs, noting that higher fuel prices have significantly impacted the transport of vegetables to key markets, including Metro Manila.

In response, Secretary Laurel assured government’s continued support, emphasizing efforts to ease the financial burden on farmers and maintain the steady flow of produce from the Cordillera region to urban centers.

Officials from Benguet State University, led by University President Kenneth A. Laruan, also attended the dialogue to explore ways it could collaborate with the Department of Agriculture in supporting farmers and strengthening the region’s agricultural sector.