As this year’s Intramurals come to an end, one faction waves its banners on high as it sees through its battles through thick and thin, gathering trophy after trophy before emerging with the final victory during the closing ceremony of the SALINGKUSOG 2023, held at the Visayas State University (VSU) Gymnatorium, September 22.

The start of this year’s intramural games was marred with consecutive reports of disqualifications of certain student-athletes. The verdict came after students allegedly have failed to secure a medical certificate and sports clearance which is among the basic requirements for someone to qualify in the play-off of the intramural games. The issue stirred public opinions with Viscans quelling on the lack of an organized process among the involved departments and offices in the planning of SALINGKUSOG 2023. 

Valiant Gladiator’s Daniel Christian Acasio and Sylvan Dragons’ Sheena Margarette Abayabay emerged victorious as the newest titleholders for the Ginoong Malakas and Binibining Maganda 2023 pageant held September 20, Wednesday at the VSU Gymnatorium.

The University Supreme Student Council (USSC) introduced the new Viscan Attendance Management System (VAMS), the official tracking tool for all university-wide activities under USSC-CSSC, to provide student leaders with an efficient tool to monitor and manage student participation, yesterday, September 17. 

#ProudViscan and Development Communicators’ Society (DecSo) President Aveguel Sinangote, represents VSU in the first leg of the recently concluded Regional Sectoral Assembly of the National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC) - Youth and Students Sectoral Council held in Cebu City, Philippines, last September 11-14, 2023.

The Association of Development Communication Educators and Practitioners’ (ADCEP) 2nd International Conference on Development Communication and the 11th Scientific Meeting of ADCEP Philippines culminates yesterday, September 16, at the Visayas State University after a comprehensive and insightful three-day conference on science communication, risk communication, and agricultural-biotechnology communication, all for social development.

School events like the Intramural Games proves imperative to the student experience: cheering for your faction’s representing athletes, slyly but not-so-subtly stealing glances at your campus crush, or simply hanging out with your friends— these are merely a few things you could do to enjoy Visayas State University’s (VSU) Sálingkusóg2023. However, not everyone enjoyed the leisure that the grand event provided; some went through hurdles that not even the greatest runner could easily jump through. As VSU lives through the “transfer of strength”, what do Viscans think of this year's intramurals?

Each and every student has a right to choose how they wish to serve their country, and violating this right would not only compromise the social contract between the country and the person but also compromise their ability to serve in the first place. Who would, after all, want to help a nation that doesn’t even let them choose between a broom and a gun?

Nakakapanghina, pero wala na tayong magagawa, dahil sa panahon ngayon, nagiging realidad na ito dahil nasa Golden... Golden Prices na nga tayo. Kaya sa tuwing bibili ako ng bigas, hindi mawawaglit sa aking isipan ang isang beses na may nagsabi na ibababa niya ang presyo ng kada kilo ng bigas, at naitatanong ko na lang sa sarili ko, nasaan na ang pangakong bente pesos kada kilo?

The world’s global temperatures are rapidly rising at an alarming rate caused by human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels, the industrial revolution, and other greenhouse gas emissions that trigger a cascade of temperature change leading us to the point of no return. The Arctic sea ice declined by about 10% in the past 30 years. Today, 95% of the oldest and thickest ice in the Arctic is almost gone, and scientists believe that most of the central and eastern Himalayan glaciers could virtually disappear by 2035.

Last August 24, entrepreneur-engineer Slater Young released a video about the launching of the infrastructure model, “The Rise at Monterrazas,” a major-scale development project that features premium condo-like units on the slopes of the mountain of Cebu. According to Young, it took about 300 design revisions before they came up with the Banaue Rice Terraces-inspired design, as this type of project with complexity and detail requires thorough research and vast knowledge in science, architecture, and engineering. However, conflicting perspectives online started to buzz and counter its 'amusing' promises.

The first time I ever witnessed police brutality was around 14 years ago. My family had a habit of watching TV Patrol before eating dinner, and as a kid, I would mindlessly do my homework while the show was on. I didn’t pay much attention to everything, but one specific night, the newscaster disclaimed some very disturbing content. I raised my palms to my face to cover my eyes from the scene, as advised by my parents, but to our surprise, the audio from the news report was far more distressing; it narrated about a man lying naked on the floor with his genitals tied to a rope. The rope was being pulled by a police officer like you would with a string toy. The man screeched and cried in pain as the officer audibly made noises. This was later sensationalized as a “torture” video, shocking millions of Filipinos, and traumatizing me as a little kid. 

This year’s Ginoong Malakas and Binibining Maganda pageant saw the emergence of a Gladiator and a Dragon amongst the finest beauties and brawns of the university. As these two take center stage, let us get to know them even more through their journey of becoming the newest faces of VSU. 

After four years of hiatus, university-wide sportsmanship and comradeship made a comeback on the battleground as the Salingkusog 2023 officially commenced with an opening ceremony yesterday, September 19 at the Visayas State University (VSU) Upper Campus Oval. 

Shouts of victory are set to prevail once again as VSU’s Sálingkusóg 2023 Intramural Games officially commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the torch, igniting not only the flames but also the competitive spirit of Viscans coming from all campuses of VSU.

A gay guy and a straight guy being the best of friends is in fact, a culture in the university’s DNA. To my knowledge, a gay guy and a straight guy can be seen walking in the hallway together, studying in the same pod, eating lunch together, and most importantly, sitting on a bench chitchatting with one another. This friendship is known as the Bromosexual relationship, a blend of the two words: ‘bro’  from the word brother + homosexual. Aside from its quirky wordplay, what does it actually mean and does it exist outside of VSU?

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become increasingly popular in today's generation. In the midst of fear of it being a threat in the academe, AI can actually be used in a way that it can help students become more productive without becoming too dependent on the tool. 

Have you ever cried so hard your entire face hurts?

I did just that when I lost my cat, Kyle. She was beaten to death by our neighbor’s dog as she unknowingly wandered on their lawn probably at the break of dawn. When the morning came, my mother frantically called me from outside our house, saying my cat was dead. I rushed outside, still heady from sleep, and there she was, cold as the morning air. She was pregnant, so I didn’t just lose her but her unborn kittens as well. She marked every corner of our house with her soft-white-angel-like fur that it never felt the same after her death. 

As the world celebrates the International Day of the Preservation of the Ozone for the 35th time, we look back at the history of global cooperation it took for leaders of different nationalities to stop the stratosphere from thinning. But, what does the state of the ozone entail for the future of the planet in the midst of climate change? We have to know about ozone science first to know the answer to that query.

In the ever-evolving world of cosmetics, makeup enthusiasts continuously seek innovative and affordable beauty hacks. Hidden in the depths of every household lies an unsung hero that has been serving beauty enthusiasts for decades: baby powder. Beyond its traditional use in infant care, baby powder has emerged as a surprising and effective alternative in the world of makeup. It is  a go-to product for every student on a budget who desires to maintain a fresh appearance amid a very hectic school schedule. 

Campus walking has not only been cemented (no pun intended) in Viscan culture but also in other universities the world over. Science concludes that people are willing to walk as far as 400 meters or more if they are given the proper environment that encourages them to do so. Opting to participate in this physical activity is beneficial to the health of individuals as they are encouraged to exercise; it does not produce a carbon footprint; it transports one to their destination free of charge; and one may even gain a sense of community in walking (such as when you meet a colleague on the same path and you create a productive conversation).

Since the discussion around the appeal of walking has been circulating, it inevitably invites the question: what deems a location walkable, and in our case, as university students, a campus?

Picture this: you started your day with the sun shining by your window with no sign of rain clouds ahead. It’s the perfect day to wear your new Viscan OOTD. Yet, upon stepping into the university grounds, a flash of rain decides to drench your outfit.

There have been words going around about how our planet’s inner core stopped spinning when it didn’t. It just rotates slower than the rest of the layers that lie above it. Scientists find a surprising observation – that its rotation is nearly ceasing and may be experiencing a turning-back – like a car maneuvering before turning to the other direction and then rushing along with the rest of the cars in the adjacent lane.

The vibrant spirit of competition is set to return to Visayas State University (VSU) as the Salingkusog 2023 Intramurals promises to become bigger than ever. This year, the organizers, the Institute of Human Kinetics (IHK), have embraced the return to normalcy by reintroducing all sporting events that were featured in the last 2019 University-Wide Intramurals, igniting enthusiasm from all the students and athletes in the university.

Sean Strickland overcomes all doubts and exceeds all expectations, casting a convincing beatdown against Israel Adesanya to become the new middleweight champion in UFC 293 via unanimous decision at Qudos Bank Arena of Los Angeles, September 10, 2023. 

The Gilas Pilipinas finally concluded their 2023 FIBA World Cup campaign after beating China in their swan song game of the tournament. Gilas rode Clarkson's 34-point outburst (24 points in the 3rd) as they dismantled China, 96-75, in their last game of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup at the Araneta Coliseum on Saturday evening, September 2, 2023.

The VSU Pythons Men’s Basketball Team will be hissing back with their strength ready in the second season of the Eastern Visayas Collegiate Athletic Association (EVCAA), which will be held in Tacloban City on September 9, 2023. With their ace players, Al James Calizar, Marvin Rebuyas, and Rolando Jesus Abad, the team is resurgent with perseverance, passion, drive, and sheer willpower.

In a thrilling game at the Philsports Arena, Kurashiki Ablaze, a third-division Japanese team, made history by winning the 2023 PVL Invitational Conference and ousting the defending champions, Creamline Cool Smashers.

The Filipino spikers suffered a disappointing exit during the first leg of the Southeast Asia (SEA) V-league after succumbing to Vietnam in a 2-3 defeat last Sunday, July 23, 2023, held in Jakarta, Indonesia. 

Dean of Students Prof. Loreto addresses the confusion about CHED's one-time grant.

The secretariat’s overall tallies and rankings do not reflect how the schools really performed.