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31/10/2025

𝗖𝗦𝗨 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 ‘𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗼𝗻’ 𝗮𝗻𝗱 ₱𝟰𝟬𝟬𝗞 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Caraga State University is this year’s MASTS CHAMPION for socio-cultural events, bringing home the title and a Php 400,000.00 cash prize from the provincial government of Misamis Occidental, the host.

The university bested 34 other State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) across Mindanao through top placements in the various literary, visual, and performing arts competitions from October 26-31, 2025 in Oroquieta City.

CSU’s Socio-cultural Director, Dr. Adam Roy V. Galolo, and Vice President for Student Affairs and Auxiliary Services, Dr. Rissa L. Mercado, received the accolade and prize money on behalf of the entire delegation.

Meanwhile, the university also placed 6th Runner-Up in the partial tally of sport events, with NEMSU securing the top spot. Both universities from Caraga Region thus proudly dominated MASTS 2025.

Congratulations to all our student-athletes and performers, faculty-coaches, partners, and directors for bringing immense pride to our university. Bugsay!

Photo via The Gold Panicles, the university’s official student publication.

31/10/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗠𝗦𝗨 𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁, 𝗼𝘄𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗦 '𝟮𝟱 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Improving on last year's performance, the NEMSU delegation came back stronger in this year’s MASTS Friendship Games, winning the overall championship title after besting 35 other SUCs across Mindanao in the sports competition held in Oroquieta City from October 26–31.

Along with the championship trophy, the victors are set to receive a ₱400,000 cash prize.

NEMSU President, Dr. Loayon, expressed his gratitude to the athletes through a Facebook post, acknowledging their role in the university’s success.

“Ang inyong lakas, disiplina, at pusong mandirigma ay tunay na nagpatunay ng diwang NEMSUan, hindi lamang sa larangan ng palakasan kundi maging sa pagkakaisa at karangalan ng ating unibersidad,” Dr. Loayon wrote.

Meanwhile, the rankings from second to sixth place remain tentative as several sports events are still ongoing.

As of partial results, the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) holds second place, followed by Western Mindanao State University (WMSU) in third and Central Mindanao University (CMU) in fourth.

Report by Jhamil Morante
Layout by Earl Malinao and Dee Boy Llano

31/10/2025

𝗨𝗦𝗠 𝗘𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱, 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗼-𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹

Just two points shy of the championship, the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) once again proved its cultural and artistic prowess, clinching second place overall in the Mindanao Association of State Tertiary Schools (MASTS) 2025 Socio-Cultural Festival held from October 25 to 30 in Misamis Occidental.

USM earned a total of 93 points, narrowly trailing behind Caraga State University (CSU), which captured the championship with 95 points. Western Mindanao State University (WMSU) placed third with 81 points, while Central Mindanao University (CMU) and North Eastern Mindanao State University (NEMSU) rounded out the top five with 47 and 35 points, respectively.

“This has been a very challenging journey for all of us—from the preparations down to the actual event, there were many uncertainties. But the passion and competitiveness of our representatives rose above every challenge. Everybody gave their best for USM—not just our performers, but everyone who extended their help to make this win possible,” said Prof. Jessa Buisan, University Culture and Arts Director.

Prof. Buisan also expressed gratitude to the USM Administration, led by University President Dr. Jonald Pimentel, and to all offices that supported the contingent, highlighting the collective spirit and teamwork that powered USM’s strong finish this year.

For its second overall victory, USM will receive ₱300,000 from the Provincial Government of Misamis Occidental, a recognition of its enduring commitment to cultural excellence and artistic innovation.

✍️: Kenneth John Ferrariz
💻: Jemlea Puig

30/10/2025

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗥𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗹𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗱: 𝗠𝗿. 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝘀. 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Grace and brilliance took center stage as the male candidate from the Western Mindanao State University (WMSU) and the female candidate from the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) were crowned Mr. and Ms. MASTS 2025.

Held tonight, October 29, at the Asenso Misamis Occidental Sports and Cultural Center (AMOSACC) in Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental, the coronation night showcased the fusion of beauty, intelligence, and advocacy, all while honoring the vibrant traditions and artistry of Mindanao.

A total of 16 male and 17 female candidates graced the stage, radiating elegance and confidence in the swimwear and formal attire segments before the top five finalists faced the final question round centered on promoting cultural inclusivity and unity.

✍️: Kenneth John Ferrariz
💻: Christian Ates

30/10/2025

MASTS 2025 STREET DANCE COMPETITION

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲
🥇- North Eastern Mindanao State University (NEMSU)
🥈- Cotabato State University (CotSU)
🥉- Agusan del Sur State College of Agriculture and Technology (ASSCAT)
4th - University of Southern Mindanao (USM)
5th - Caraga State University (CSU)
6th - Sulu State College (SSC)
7th - Davao del Norte State College (DNSC)
8th - Central Mindanao University (CMU)
9th - Davao del Sur State College (DSSC)
10th - Davao Oriental State University (DorSU)

30/10/2025

𝗠𝗿. 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝘀. 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟱 👑

Elegance, culture, and confidence shone at the Mr. & Ms. MASTS 2025 Coronation Night, where Mindanao’s student leaders showcased beauty with purpose.

🏆 Mr. MASTS 2025 – Western Mindanao State University (WMSU)
1st RU – Davao del Norte State College (DNSC)
2nd RU – Surigao del Norte State University (SNSU)
3rd RU – USTP-CDO
4th RU – Caraga State University (CSU)

👑 Ms. MASTS 2025 – University of Southern Mindanao (USM)
1st RU – Bukidnon State University (BukSU)
2nd RU – Davao del Norte State College (DNSC)
3rd RU – Central Mindanao University (CMU)
4th RU – Davao Oriental State University (DorSU)

Held on October 29, 2025, at the Asenso Misamis Occidental Sports and Cultural Center (AMOSACC), Oroquieta City — a night celebrating beauty, advocacy, and Mindanaoan pride.
💻: Christian Ates

30/10/2025

IN FRAME | The newly crowned Mr & Ms MASTS 2025 ✨👑

Mr. MASTS 2025 - Carl Perez (Western Mindanao State University)
Ms. MASTS 2025 - Jovannah Natalie Abellar (University of Southern Mindanao)

Congratulations! 🥳🧡

Photo Courtesy of GenVi

29/10/2025

𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱👑

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, Jovannah Nathalie Mancera Abellar !
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗨𝗦𝗠!🔰

29/10/2025

All hail our king! 👑

Congratulations, Mr. Carl Martinez Perez, for winning Mr. MASTS 2025! You made Western Mindanao State University shine with pride and excellence. ❤️💙

(c) Mr. & Ms. MASTS 2025

29/10/2025

Congratulations to our newly crowned Mr. and Miss MASTS 2025!

Your grace, confidence, and talent have truly shone throughout the competition. Here’s to a year of leadership, inspiration, and excellence!

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