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MSU TCTO Department of Literary and Cultural Studies, Sanga-Sanga, Tawi-Tawi, Bongao (2026)

27/05/2026

Eid Al-Adha Mubarak! 🌙✨

May this special day bring joy, peace, and abundant blessings to you and your family.

23/05/2026

Celebrating a milestone and welcoming new beginnings! 🎓✨

During the Senior High School Graduation of the Integrated Laboratory School (ILS) – MSU TCTO held at Henry V. Kong Gymnasium on May 22, 2026, the Bachelor of Arts in Literary and Cultural Studies (BALCS) of the Department of Literary and Cultural Studies, MSU TCTO, proudly set up an information desk and distributed flyers to graduating students and their parents.

We are thankful for the opportunity to introduce our program and share the passion for literature, culture, and the humanities with future college students.

We hope to warmly welcome future BALCS students who will soon become part of our growing academic community. 📚💛

Special thanks to the student volunteers for their time, effort, and dedication in helping distribute the information flyers throughout the event. Your support made this initiative successful! ✨

20/05/2026

🐬📖 Stories are more than words, they are living memories, identities, and cultures carried across generations.

The Bachelor of Arts in Literary and Cultural Studies of the Mindanao State University–Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU-TCTO), under the College of Arts and Social Sciences and the Department of Literary and Cultural Studies, is more than a degree program. It is a space where voices are heard, heritage is valued, and creativity becomes a bridge for understanding communities and the world.

As a Literary and Cultural Studies student, you engage with literature, media, language, and culture in ways that deepen understanding, strengthen creativity, and celebrate diverse identities and traditions. ✨

Guided by nurturing and supportive faculty members with expertise in literature, language, media, and cultural studies, students are immersed in a friendly and inspiring learning environment that encourages growth, creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.

Through this program, students develop the skills to become future:
✍️ Writers and Authors
🎬 Creative Directors and Content Creators
📰 Journalists and Editors
🌍 Cultural Advocates and Researchers
🎓 Educators and Communication Specialists

Join us and become part of a generation that values culture, empowers stories, and transforms imagination into impact.

Your future starts here.
Be one of us. 💫

📍 You may visit our building located at the 1st Floor, CASS Building (Miraflor T. Alih Hall),
MSU-TCTO Campus, Sanga-Sanga, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi.

📧 You may email us at:
[email protected]

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19/05/2026

“Stories become bridges when communities come together to remember, preserve, and celebrate their heritage.”

On May 9, 2026, the Department of Literary and Cultural Studies successfully conducted another phase of research and extension program: Orientation and Community Engagement of “Kata-Kata Maka Pangentoman: Kasuligan min Kamattoahan” at Barangay Lakit-Lakit, a community-based research and extension program dedicated to promoting oral literature, storytelling, and the preservation of tangible and intangible cultural heritage.

Through meaningful discussions, storytelling sessions, and community engagement, the activity highlighted the importance of safeguarding culture and strengthening connections between generations through shared narratives, memories, and traditions.

The Department also extends its heartfelt appreciation to the Barangay officials and community members of Barangay Lakit-Lakit for their active participation, warm support, and commitment to preserving and promoting the community’s cultural heritage.

06/05/2026

OCREWORKS Joins National Literature Month Celebration Lecture

The Office of the Creative Works (OCREWORKS) was honored to take part in the celebration of the National Literature Month 2026 through the invitation of Kabataang Pilipinong Aakay sa Bayan (KAPILAS-Bayan) under the Department of Filipino and Literature of Mindanao State University–Iligan Institute of Technology.

The lecture carried the theme “Bekét Panitikan: Para sa Katwiran at Kalikasan,” highlighting the power of literature in uniting people towards justice and environmental stewardship for the Hibla ng Gunita, Diwa ng Bayan Lecture.

As part of the program, the Director of OCREWORKS and faculty member of the Department of Literary and Cultural Studies, College of Arts and Social Sciences, Asst. Prof. Nelson Dino was invited as one of the guest speakers and delivered the lecture titled “Panitikan Bilang Layag: Sululogical Narratives for Justice, Nature, and Collective Identity” on April 22, 2026, through an online platform.

The discussion centered on the current state of Mindanao and the Sulu Archipelago literature and explored ways to encourage local communities, especially the youth, to value, appreciate, and uphold their own literature and writers across the islands.

The participation of OCREWORKS reflects its mandate to advance creative works, cultural research, literature, heritage preservation, and community-based artistic engagements that strengthen local identity and empower marginalized voices through arts and humanities.

The office also continues to support initiatives aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), by promoting literature and cultural expression as instruments for education, social justice, environmental awareness, and peacebuilding.

OCREWORKS extends its heartfelt gratitude to the organizers for the trust and invitation. May this program continue to strengthen literature as a voice of culture, history, identity, and social transformation.

(Pubmat: KAPILAS-Bayan)

06/05/2026

𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐒-𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐂𝐒 𝐏𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡
𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐎𝐉𝐓 𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐂𝐏𝐂𝐇 𝐓𝐚𝐰𝐢-𝐓𝐚𝐰𝐢

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Bangsamoro Commission for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage (BCPCH) Tawi-Tawi for warmly accepting the pioneering batch of BALCS students from the Department of Literary and Cultural Studies (DELCS), College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS), MSU TCTO, for their On-the-Job Training (OJT) this coming June to July 2026.

The pioneering trainees are 𝑺𝒉𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒂 𝑺. 𝑫𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒎, 𝑨𝒍𝒎𝒊𝒋𝒂𝒏 𝑨. 𝑱𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒍, 𝑨𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒆𝒛𝒂 𝑷. 𝑫𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒍, 𝑰𝒔𝒏𝒊𝒓𝒂𝒚𝒂 𝑬. 𝑮𝒂𝒊𝒃, and 𝑰𝒔𝒎𝒂𝒆𝒍 𝑻. 𝑰𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒉𝒊𝒎. Together with their OJT Supervisor, 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐭. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐍𝐞𝐥𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐨 and DELCS Chairperson 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐆𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐎. 𝐀𝐛𝐝𝐮𝐥, 𝐏𝐡𝐃, we extend our sincerest appreciation to BCPCH Tawi-Tawi Commissioner 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐄𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐚 𝐋𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐞-𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐣𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐧 for this meaningful opportunity.

On behalf of our University Chancellor, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐲𝐜𝐞 𝐙. 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨-𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐢, 𝐏𝐡𝐃, and Dean, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐚 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐝𝐚 𝐌. 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐡, 𝐏𝐡𝐃, we are deeply thankful for your generosity in opening your institution to our students. This opportunity allows them to gain valuable experience, deepen their understanding of cultural preservation, and appreciate the importance of safeguarding the rich heritage of our communities.

The Bachelor of Arts in Literary and Cultural Studies (BALCS) program plays a vital role in nurturing future cultural workers, researchers, educators, and advocates who are committed to preserving the languages, histories, traditions, and identities of the Bangsamoro and the Sulu Archipelago, especially Tawi-Tawi.

As the pioneering batch, these students carry the responsibility of becoming trailblazers and role models for future BALCS graduates who will continue the mission of cultural preservation, research, and community engagement. Their journey marks an important milestone in strengthening culturally rooted and community-centered education in the region.

This partnership serves as an inspiring bridge between academic learning and meaningful community engagement. We are truly grateful for your trust, guidance, and support as our students begin this important journey as future cultural workers, researchers, and advocates.

May this collaboration continue to strengthen our shared commitment to preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of the Bangsamoro and the Sulu Archipelago, including Tawi-Tawi. Thank you very much, and may your institution continue to prosper in its noble mission of protecting and honoring our collective identity and history.

27/04/2026

Warmest birthday greetings to Associate Professor Glenda O. Abdul!

Your dedication to the Department of Literary and Cultural Studies continues to inspire both colleagues and students alike. As Chairperson, your leadership, wisdom, and commitment to excellence have shaped a community grounded in knowledge, creativity, and purpose.

May this special day bring you joy, appreciation, and well-deserved recognition for all that you do. Wishing you continued success, good health, and many more years of meaningful service and inspiration.

Happy Birthday! 🎉

19/04/2026

OCREWORKS Kicks Off First Session of Busay Writes in Simandagit

OCREWORKS successfully launched the first session of Busay Writes: A Community-Based Creative Writing Extension Program on April 18, 2026, in Barangay Simandagit, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi.

Under the Department of Literary and Cultural Studies (DELCS), College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS), the session was conducted in partnership with OCREWORKS with collaboration from the Office of Gender and Development (OGAD), the Bangao Community Narrative Association, and the Government of Barangay Simandagit. This marks a strong start in promoting creative expression and community engagement through writing.

Among the resource speakers, Asst. Prof. Nelson Dino of OCREWORKS emphasized the importance of writing. Meanwhile, Ms. Radzma Julhiji of OGAD discussed gender-sensitive writing. Ms. Nurwena A. Abdul and Ms. Mirra-Edora A. Esmael of Bangao led discussions on writing practices and personal narratives, while Ms. Jonalyn Larida-Antham of the Department of Languages delivered a lecture on local narratives.

Through a combination of talks and writing activities, participants explored storytelling as a tool for voice, identity, and connection.
A promising start to building a community of confident and inclusive writers. Writing as voice. Writing as connection. This is Busay Writes.

17/04/2026

𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬!
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The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies honors its students who have risen with distinction as
Dean’s Listers for the First Semester of Academic Year 2025–2026.
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In the quiet labor of reading, writing, and reflection, you have carved meaning from complexity and shaped insight into excellence. Your achievements speak not only of intellect, but of imagination, discipline, and the enduring pursuit of understanding—hallmarks of our shared literary and cultural endeavor.
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May you continue to write your own narratives with courage and purpose.
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14/02/2026

Friday, February 13, 2026, the Department of Literary and Cultural Studies (DELCS), College of Arts and Social Sciences successfully conducted Limpah Kasab’nnalan: The Imprint of Truth at the ISL, MSU-TCTO. The program was organized in celebration of National Arts Month 2026, anchored on the theme of National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), “Ani ng Sining: Katotohanan at Giting,” which highlights the power of art in carrying truth and courage.
The initiative also served as a meaningful response to the recent Bongao fire incident that affected several students and families. Recognizing that reports and statistics often fail to capture the emotional and cultural realities of lived experiences, the program positioned art as a space for healing, reflection, and communal memory.

More than a creative workshop, Limpah Kasab’nnalan affirmed the role of MSU-TCTO as a cultural and educational space that nurtures both artistic growth and social responsibility. By integrating writing, visual and performing arts, and mentorship, the program strengthened students’ creative skills while contributing to emotional wellbeing, inclusivity, and community cohesion.

Through storytelling and artistic expression rooted in the place of identity, students do not only processed collective trauma but also reaffirmed pride in their cultural roots and traditions.

Alligned with the spirit of United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals, the program embodied commitments to quality education. Inclusive communities, and peace building. By promoting accessible cultural participation and psychological support through the arts, it advanced the principles of SDG 4, SDG 11 and SDG 16.

Limpah Kasab'nnalan demonstrate how arts and culture serve not only as creative outlets but also as transformative tools to resilience, sustainability and social healing.

Ultimately, the event was not merely an observance of National Arts Month l. It became a living testament to how arts can document truth, restore voice. Preserve cultural identity. And rebuild a sense of belonging within a community.

MSU TCTO Department of Literary and Cultural Studies

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