President’s Notes | Pasidungog 2026

Delivered during Pasidungog 2026: A Tribute to the Graduands with Latin Honors on July 21, 2026 at the VSU Gymnatorium 

From the sea to the summit: How VSU Tolosa's first summa cum laude found purpose beyond excellence

For Jomari Z. Tubigan, the sea has always been more than just a backdrop to his childhood.

#VSUGrad2026 | Cluster 1 Commencement Address of Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz

Good afternoon, Class of 2026.

#VSUGrad2026 | Valedictory Speech of Lady Joie C. Balotite, Top Graduate Student

A pleasant day to everyone. 

#VSUGrad2026 | Valedictory Speech of Albert Victor M. Senillo (Magna Cum Laude)

To our university president, Dr. Prose Ivy Yepes, university officials, faculty members, staff, honored guests, proud parents and families, and my fellow members of the Class of 2026, a pleasant morning to us all!

Excellence with Purpose: Stories of VSU’s Class of 2026 valedictorians

At Visayas State University, academic excellence has never been meant to end with just a distinction.

Change the Plan, Never the Goal: Former Viscan urges VSUT Class of 2026 to pursue dreams with grit and purpose

Magandang umaga po sa ating lahat!

Una sa lahat, maraming salamat sa pamunuan ng paaralang ito for giving me the privilege to stand before you today as your guest of honor and speaker. It is truly a humbling experience.

Where truth meets innovation: DOST-8 Leader urges VSU Isabel graduates to champion science for the people

The University President, Dr. Prose Ivy Yepes; the Chancellor of VSU Isabel, Dr. Catherine Chan; the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Rotacio Gravoso; the Honorable Mayor of the Municipality of Isabel, Atty. Benjamin Pongos, Jr.; the Honorable members of the Board of Regents; the faculty deans, faculty members, and administrative staff of this university; reverend clergy; distinguished guests; proud parents and families; and most especially, the members of the Graduating Class of 2026, maayong hapon sa atong tanan! A very good afternoon to all of you.