SSU- Arts and Cultural Heritage Program- ACHeP

09/08/2026

Congratulations, SSU–PIKTAW Cultural Ensemble!

You once again brought the spirit of our heritage to life with grace, passion, and pride.

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06/04/2026

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13/03/2026

Talented artists of the Arts and Cultural Heritage Program (ACHeP) took the center stage during the Samar State University’s 114th Founding Anniversary celebration.

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11/03/2026

SAMAR STATE UNIVERSITY secures OVERALL THIRD PLACE during the Philippine Association of State Colleges and Universities (PASUC) 8, Regional Culture and the Arts, Literary Festival, on March 11, 2026, at Leyte Normal University.

The SSU delegation garnered the following individual awards:

- 1st Place, Dagliang Talumpati: James P. Cataros
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- 2nd Place, Storytelling: Princess Lyka Donita T. Daco
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- 2nd Place, Pagkukwento: Regine P. Jabien
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- 3rd Place, Declamation: Rona T. Cabalhao
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- 3rd Place, Dramatic Monologue: Jodie Miles G. Alinas
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- 3rd Place, Persuasive Oratory: Fiona Joy S. Nube
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- 3rd Place, Pagsulat ng Sanaysay: Asel Dela Peña
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- 3rd Place, Essay Writing: Donna Mae V. Alaga

The delegation was led by Cultural Director Rowel Abarquez Dacanay , with the Coaches Dr. Ronces T. Valles , Dr. Ma. Ma Carissa Giray - Costambienes Prof. Mra Maria Lyme Flores Correche , Prof. Joan J. Joan Jaboli Baclay , Prof. Jhonil C. Bajado , alongside other student participants.

The Arts and Cultural Heritage Program (ACHeP) extends its appreciation to the University for the collective effort that contributed to this accomplishment.

09/03/2026

| Pagtulitol ngan Pagtungkalis: A Lecture on SSU’s History was held to revisit and deepen the understanding of Samar State University’s rich past. The lecture, delivered by Hon. Jhonil C. Bajado, Head of the SSU Museum & Archives, traced the institution’s historical journey from its first principal to the leaders who followed.

Through this engaging discussion, significant milestones and narratives that shaped the university were revisited, allowing the SSU community to reflect on the truth and legacy embedded in its history.

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07/03/2026

Dr. Art T. Roncesvalles, Prof. Francis Abalos, and Prof. Rowel A. Dacanay will serve as adjudicators for the upcoming Philippine Association of Universities and Colleges (PASUC) National Culture and the Arts Festival. The event will take place in Iloilo City this April 8-12, 2026, celebrating the rich creative talents across Philippine higher education institutions.

17/02/2026

13/02/2026

The Samar Provincial Tourism, Culture, and the Arts Office successfully conducted the National Arts Month Celebration at Balay Samarnon from February 8-13, 2026

In collaboration with the Samar State University’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Office and artists, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and Catbalogan Artists, the event was also participated in by the Department of Education (DepEd) Samar and Catbalogan City Division.

13/02/2026

The Samar Provincial Tourism, Culture, and the Arts Office successfully conducted the National Arts Month Celebration at Balay Samarnon!

In collaboration with Samar State University’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Office, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and Catbalogan Artists. The event was also participated in by the Department of Education (DepEd) Samar and Catbalogan City Division.

13/02/2026

𝗔 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟯! 🎨✨

The celebration of National Arts Month continued with a jam-packed third day featuring engaging sessions on Kuratsa Dance, Crocheting, Siday Writing, and Performance Poetry.

From movement and rhythm to thread, words, and powerful expression, Day 3 truly showcased the richness and diversity of our local arts and culture.



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