Vol V, Issue II
July - December 2024
ISSN 2619-7928
West Visayas State University
PAGPADANGAT University Extension and Development Center
KTTBDC stresses importance of tracking WVSU's IP assets
SUC Fair 2024 celebrates eco-cultural heritage of Mindanao
CON and BFP conduct Kiddie Fire Square Roadshow
As a recently created office mandated to protect WVSU's intellectual property assets for efficient management and utilization, the Knowledge Technology Transfer and Business Development Center headed by Dr. Ariel Secondes spearheaded a 2-day WVSU Portfolio Audit and Inventory Workshop last July 25-26, 2024 to account existing intangible assets produced by faculty research and innovation. This activity is an initial step towards creating a strong R&D environment in the university through effective IP management.
The CHED-initiated SUC Fair 2024 took place at KCC Mall de Zamboanga from July 9-11, 2024, hosted by Western Mindanao State University under Dr. Carla A. Ochotorena. The event celebrated the eco-cultural heritage of Mindanao with various competitions and activities, featuring a Mi Casita booth and bazaar showcasing regional product innovations. During the opening ceremony, WVSU President Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz presented a coffee table book highlighting SUC Fair 2023. The fair concluded successfully for Western Visayas, with Rainer Cosas from Carlos Hilado Memorial State University winning the grand prize in the Pintar poster painting contest.
The CON CARES Project, in collaboration with the Bureau of Protection (BFP), recently conducted a noteworthy "Kiddie Fire Square Roadshow" at West Visayas State University in Iloilo City. This event, which took place on July 27, 2024, was designed to educate children on the significance of fire safety.
GAWAD KALINGA AND PARTNERS LAUNCH BAYANANIHAN VISAYAS MOVEMENT TO EMPOWER NEXT-GEN YOUTH FARMERS AND ADVOCATES Gawad Kalinga, SEED Philippines and partners launched the Visayas leg of the nationwide BayanAnihan Movement via a 3-day summit held on August 29-31, 2024 at West Visayas State University Cultural Center. The term BayanAnihan stems from the words 'bayan' (country), 'bayani' (hero), 'ani' (harvest), and 'bayanihan" (solidarity with others). The summit featured plenary talks, world-class cultural shows courtesy of the College of PESCAR, break-out sessions and a countryside fair held at the College of Medicine Gym and mini-forest area. The well-attended summit saw the active participation of students from WVSU CAF-Lambunao campus and other SUCs in Region 6. The event brought together government, NGOs, academe and the business sector to promote food security, sustainability, community empowerment and economic freedom by supporting young farmers and agripreneurs. The BayanAnihan Summit renews Gawad Kalinga and WVSU's past partnership and collaboration.
The program commenced with a cordial welcome from Dr. Madonna S. Palmes, followed by interactive learning sessions for 55 young participants. Dr. Albert C. Apilado delivered an informative lecture on first aid, while Mr. Jevan Ben N. Roquios facilitated engaging discussions on fractures. The Special Rescue Force and the Iloilo City Fire Station executed compelling disaster preparedness simulations and mock fire drills. Furthermore, personnel from the BFP presented informative sessions on fire safety. The event received overwhelmingly positive feedback from the attendees.