MSU TCTO Department of Literary and Cultural Studies

MSU TCTO Department of Literary and Cultural Studies MSU TCTO Department of Literary and Cultural Studies

π‹πŽπŽπŠ | The pioneering students of the Bachelor of Arts in Literary and Cultural Studies (BALCS) successfully defended th...
18/06/2026

π‹πŽπŽπŠ | The pioneering students of the Bachelor of Arts in Literary and Cultural Studies (BALCS) successfully defended their research proposals, marking an important milestone in their academic journey.

The proposal defense showcased the students' dedication, preparation, and passion for research as they presented their respective studies before the panel. Their successful defense reflects not only their hard work but also their commitment to contributing meaningful insights to the field of literary and cultural studies.

Congratulations to our BALCS pioneers on this achievement. As the first batch of the program, you continue to set the standard for future BALCS students. We wish you all the best as you proceed to the next stage of your research.







The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies of Mindanao State University Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanog...
16/06/2026

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies of Mindanao State University Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography proudly extends its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Charity Joy Bayle-Hashim for completing her Doctor of Philosophy in Araling Filipino (Wika, Kultura at Midya) program from De La Salle University.

Your achievement is a testament to your perseverance and intellectual rigor.

As you reach this significant academic milestone, we eagerly look forward to welcoming you back to the Department of Literary and Cultural studies.

Congratulations, Dr. Hashim!

π‹πŽπŽπŠ | Assoc. Prof. Dr. Glenda O. Abdul, Chairperson of the Department of Literary and Cultural Studies (DELCS), togethe...
15/06/2026

π‹πŽπŽπŠ | Assoc. Prof. Dr. Glenda O. Abdul, Chairperson of the Department of Literary and Cultural Studies (DELCS), together with Asst. Prof. Nelson S. Dino, Director of the Office of Creative Works (OCREWORKS) and a faculty member of DELCS, actively participated in the five-day Support to the Cultural Mapping Program to Local Government Unit organized by the Bangsamoro Commission for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage (BCPCH) Tawi-Tawi in collaboration with the Provincial Government of Tawi-Tawi.

The activity brought together representatives from local government units, the academe, and cultural heritage stakeholders to strengthen cultural mapping initiatives and promote the preservation of Tawi-Tawi's rich cultural heritage. Their participation reflects the commitment of DELCS and OCREWORKS to advancing cultural preservation, research, and community engagement.

Special thanks to BCPCH Tawi-Tawi and the Provincial Government of Tawi-Tawi for this meaningful initiative and for fostering collaboration among cultural workers, local government units, and academic institutions in safeguarding the cultural heritage of the Bangsamoro people.

π‹πŽπŽπŠ |The BALCS student interns have officially begun their internship at the Office of the BCPCH.Through this internshi...
09/06/2026

π‹πŽπŽπŠ |The BALCS student interns have officially begun their internship at the Office of the BCPCH.

Through this internship, they will gain hands-on experience, learn workplace practices, and apply what they have learned from their studies in a real work setting.

The Department of Literary and Cultural Studies extends its gratitude to the Office of the BCPCH for accommodating our student interns and providing them with an opportunity for professional growth and learning.

The Department wishes the interns a meaningful and productive internship experience.





π”π©ππšπ­πžπ¬ 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 π‘πžπ©π¨π«π­ 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐑𝐞 π‘πžπ¬πžπšπ«πœπ‘ 𝐚𝐧𝐝 π„π±π­πžπ§π¬π’π¨π§ ππ«π¨π π«πšπ¦π‘·π’“π’π’‹π’†π’„π’• π‘»π’Šπ’•π’π’† : 𝑲𝒂𝒕𝒂-𝑲𝒂𝒕𝒂 π‘΄π’‚π’Œπ’‚ π‘·π’‚π’π’ˆπ’†π’π’•π’π’Žπ’‚π’ π‘²π’‚π’”π’–π’π’Šπ’ˆπ’‚π’ π’Žπ’Š...
09/06/2026

π”π©ππšπ­πžπ¬ 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 π‘πžπ©π¨π«π­ 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐑𝐞 π‘πžπ¬πžπšπ«πœπ‘ 𝐚𝐧𝐝 π„π±π­πžπ§π¬π’π¨π§ 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒋𝒆𝒄𝒕 π‘»π’Šπ’•π’π’† : 𝑲𝒂𝒕𝒂-𝑲𝒂𝒕𝒂 π‘΄π’‚π’Œπ’‚ π‘·π’‚π’π’ˆπ’†π’π’•π’π’Žπ’‚π’ π‘²π’‚π’”π’–π’π’Šπ’ˆπ’‚π’ π’Žπ’Šπ’ π‘²π’‚π’Žπ’‚π’•π’•π’π’‚π’‰π’‚π’

The research and extension program Kata-kata Maka Pangentoman: Kasuligan min Kamattoahan continues to make significant progress in promoting community engagement, cultural preservation, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. The program serves as a platform for strengthening partnerships and implementing activities that contribute to the development and empowerment of the community.

The project is spearheaded by the Chairperson, Assoc. prof Dr. Glenda O. Abdul, who serves as the Lead Proponent. Through her leadership and guidance, the program has successfully carried out various activities aligned with its objectives. Her commitment to research and extension has helped ensure the effective implementation of the program and the achievement of its intended outcomes.

As part of the ongoing implementation, updates on completed activities, accomplishments, challenges encountered, and future plans were presented to the Office of Research. The presentation highlighted the milestones achieved thus far and the positive impact of the program on its target beneficiaries.

The program supports Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4: Quality Education by promoting inclusive and equitable learning opportunities that empower individuals through knowledge, skills development, and community engagement.

Through its research and extension activities, the program contributes to lifelong learning, strengthens local capacities, and fosters educational experiences that are responsive to the needs of the community. By advancing access to meaningful learning opportunities, the project helps create a more informed, skilled, and empowered society.

Eid Al-Adha Mubarak! πŸŒ™βœ¨May this special day bring joy, peace, and abundant blessings to you and your family.
27/05/2026

Eid Al-Adha Mubarak! πŸŒ™βœ¨

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

Celebrating a milestone and welcoming new beginnings! πŸŽ“βœ¨During the Senior High School Graduation of the Integrated Labor...
23/05/2026

Celebrating a milestone and welcoming new beginnings! πŸŽ“βœ¨

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. πŸ“šπŸ’›

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! ✨







πŸ¬πŸ“– Stories are more than words, they are living memories, identities, and cultures carried across generations.The Bachel...
20/05/2026

πŸ¬πŸ“– 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
πŸ“° Journalists and Editors
🌍 Cultural Advocates and Researchers
πŸŽ“ 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. πŸ’«

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

πŸ“§ You may email us at:
[email protected]





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β€œStories become bridges when communities come together to remember, preserve, and celebrate their heritage.”On May 9, 20...
19/05/2026

β€œStories 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 β€œKata-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.


Friday, February 13, 2026, the Department of Literary and Cultural Studies (DELCS), College of Arts and Social Sciences ...
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), β€œAni 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.

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