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The Official Tertiary Student Publication of Catanduanes State University The Official Tertiary Student Publication of the Catanduanes State University
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07/05/2026

𝗨𝗦𝗖 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁; 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗴 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁

Results for the positions in the University Student Council (USC) were officially declared by the Catanduanes State University–Commission on Elections (CatSU-Comelec) today, May 8.

Lone presidential candidate and Student Regent hopeful Aira Mae P. Suplig secured 1,535 votes to clinch the highest post in the student council.

Meanwhile, Suplig’s running mate under the PRESENT Party, John Marr Ogerio, garnered a total of 1,295 votes for the vice presidency.

Also posting commanding figures from the electorate were PRESENT Party senatorial bets Samson Idanan Jr., who amassed 1,086 votes, and Mark Anthony Samudio, who garnered 1,181 votes.

07/05/2026

𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧

The CatSU Statesman strongly condemns any form of bullying, harassment, mockery, and personal attacks directed toward candidates and members of the student body following the release of our recent election-related interview materials.

As a student publication, we recognize that healthy discourse and critical engagement are essential parts of a democratic and informed student electorate. However, criticism must never cross the line into hostility and ridicule. We urge the student community to uphold respect and accountability in all discussions, both online and offline.

At the same time, the publication remains steadfast in upholding editorial independence and the public’s right to information. The conduct and publication of candidate interviews form part of our mandate to inform students and provide a platform for candidates to present their perspectives on issues concerning the student body.

All participating candidates were informed of the nature and purpose of the interviews, and were given the opportunity to freely express their views, including the discretion to decline questions they were not comfortable answering.

The CatSU Statesman remains committed to ethical and responsible journalism anchored on truth, accountability, and service to the studentry.

Moving forward, the publication will also strengthen its internal protocols, including the furnishing of written consent to ensure clearer safeguards for both candidates and the publication.

We call on everyone to foster an environment where democratic participation is met with critical thinking and respect.

07/05/2026

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝘄 | The Catanduanes State University-Commission on Elections (CatSU-Comelec) gathers at the Accreditation Room, 3rd floor of the Main building to commence the tallying of votes cast earlier today, May 7.
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‎The tally starts with the four colleges that had no College Student Council (CSC) candidates, counting only the votes for the positions in the University Student Council.

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07/05/2026

VOTING PRECINCTS ARE NOW OFFICIALLY CLOSED

With the last of ballots shaded from different precincts in the university, the Commission on Elections has officially declared the closing of the Synchronized University Student Council-College Student Council (USC-CSC) Elections, 3 PM today, May 7.

Official canvassing of votes will commence immediately after the closing of votes at the Accreditation Room to begin the process of consolidation and verification of results.

07/05/2026

‎IN PHOTOS: Despite calls to declare this year’s electoral cycle as a ‘failure of elections’, voting remains underway in the Catanduanes State University Main Campus for the synchronized University Student Council–College Student Council (USC-CSC).
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Most of the election facilitators reported that only a small number of students have been observed coming to their assigned precincts and voting.
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‎Voting precincts are open until 3 p.m. today, allowing students to cast their votes for the next line of student leaders for their respective colleges and the university.
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07/05/2026

| Examine the stance of MARIANNE APRIL C. FLOR, a candidate for President of the Panganiban Campus College Student Council (PC-CSC), in her interview with The CatSU Statesman.

In the interview, the Statesman probed FLOR on a range of pressing social issues alongside key concerns within the university, including campus governance, and the challenges currently confronting the council.

With the polls already open and amid questions surrounding leadership within the college, will FLOR emerge as the next PC-CSC President?

07/05/2026

| Examine the stance of MARK ANTHONY D.V. SAMUDIO, a candidate gunning for a seat in the University Student Council (USC) Senate, in his interview with The CatSU Statesman.

In the interview, the Statesman probed SAMUDIO on a range of pressing social issues alongside key concerns within the university, including campus governance, and genuine student representation.

With the polls already open and amid questions surrounding leadership within the university, will SAMUDIO emerge as one of the next USC Senators?

07/05/2026

| Examine the stance of ROMEA MLINDA T. MOLINA, a candidate for President of the College of Education College Student Council (COED-CSC), in her interview with The CatSU Statesman.

In the interview, the Statesman probed MOLINA on a range of pressing social issues alongside key concerns within the university, including campus governance, and the challenges currently confronting the council.

With the polls already open and amid questions surrounding leadership within the college, will MOLINA emerge as the next COED-CSC President?

Editor’s Note: Due to time constraints, the publication has settled for releasing a transcribed version of the interview in lieu of the video. In the spirit of transparency, CatSUans may still access the draft edit of the interview through the provided link:

🔗 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f3ssIrKdzDqMzvbzJKbv59Etq38aB44r/view?usp=drive_link
🔗 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f3ssIrKdzDqMzvbzJKbv59Etq38aB44r/view?usp=drive_link
🔗 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f3ssIrKdzDqMzvbzJKbv59Etq38aB44r/view?usp=drive_link

07/05/2026

| Examine the stance of SAMSON IDANAN JR., a candidate gunning for a seat in the University Student Council (USC) Senate, in his interview with The CatSU Statesman.

In the interview, the Statesman probed IDANAN on a range of pressing social issues alongside key concerns within the university, including campus governance, and genuine student representation.

With the polls already open and amid questions surrounding leadership within the university, will IDANAN emerge as one of the next USC Senators?

07/05/2026

| Examine the stance of JOHN MARR OGERIO, the university's lone candidate for University Student Council (USC) Vice President in his interview with The CatSU Statesman.

In the interview, the Statesman probed OGERIO on a range of pressing social issues alongside key concerns within the university, including campus governance, and genuine student representation.

With the polls already open and amid questions surrounding leadership within the university, will OGERIO emerge as the next USC Vice President?

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