08/04/2026
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๐๐๐๐ | ILOILO CITY โ The "Heart of the Philippines" is beating with cultural fervor as delegates from Region IIโs six premier state universities (SUCs) touched down in this UNESCO City of Gastronomy for the 2026 PASUC National Culture and the Arts Festival (NCAF) hosted by West Visayas State University from April 8 to 11.
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๐๐๐๐ | ILOILO CITY โ The "Heart of the Philippines" is beating with cultural fervor as delegates from Region IIโs six premier state universities (SUCs) touched down in this UNESCO City of Gastronomy for the 2026 PASUC National Culture and the Arts Festival (NCAF) hosted by West Visayas State University from April 8 to 11.
The Regional Association of SUCs (RASUC 02) comprised of Isabela State University, Batanes State College, Cagayan State University, Nueva Vizcaya State University, Philippine Normal University-North Luzon, and Quirino State University gathered for a solidarity and preparatory assembly ahead of the competition in bannering Cagayan Valley's pride.
Under the theme โ๐ฃ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐จ๐๐ข๐: ๐๐ข๐จ๐ฑ๐ข๐ด๐ช๐ฅ๐ถ๐ฏ๐จ๐ฐ๐จ ๐ด๐ข ๐๐ต๐ฐ๐ฏ ๐๐ข๐ฏ๐ถ๐ฃ๐ญ๐ช๐ฐ๐ฏ, ๐๐ถ๐ญ๐ต๐ถ๐ณ๐ข ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ ๐ฎ๐จ๐ข ๐๐ข๐ฉ๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ๐ชโ, the festival celebrates the nationโs rich heritage, vivid culture, and cherished traditions, urging delegates to highlight the uniqueness of their regions with artistry and creativity.
RASUC-02 President Prof. Boyet L. Batang, PhD, presided over the meeting, urging delegates to excel, shine, and showcase Region IIโs finest talents. Regional Director for Socio-Cultural Affairs Prof. Freddie R. Cabrera, PhD, also highlighted key reminders and orientations, ensuring all contingents were primed for smooth and effective participation.
Iloilo Science and Technology University representatives, overseeing the delegatesโ billeting, supported the meeting, including Dr. Dyna Remaneses, Director for Socio-Cultural Affairs, and Ms. Jimma Acanto, Chair for Billeting. Mr. Manfred Von P. Magat, Director for Safety, Security, Environment, and Disaster Mitigation Management Office, briefed delegates on safety protocols, accommodations, and university policies.
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