𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝗖𝗡𝗚𝗟𝗔 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗦 𝗢𝗔𝗧𝗛 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 

by Joshua G. Dela Torre 

𝘾𝘼𝙋𝙎𝙐 𝘽𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙨 𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙝 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙡, 𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙙𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚.

The newly elected Executive Committee of the Capiz Next Generation Leaders Alliance (CNGLA) took its oath of office on Dec. 3 at the Office of the Governor in the Capiz Provincial Capitol in Roxas City.

Treasurer Joemari M. Candido and Director for Marketing and Communication Wendy Eunice P. Duntog, student leaders from Capiz State University (CAPSU) Burias Campus, took their oath as new ExeCom members, pledging to serve the youth and the province with integrity, purpose, and commitment, while Gov. Fredenil Castro administered the oath and reminded them of the responsibilities that come with leadership.

“It is an honor to lead this ceremony. Remember, this is another feather in your cap — an opportunity and a responsibility to serve,” Castro said.

In his message, Castro underscored the vital role of youth in shaping the province’s future.

“You are not only taking your oath as officers of the Alliance, but you are now taking your oath as future leaders of Capiz,” he said.

Candido said the election represents more than securing a position, stressing that it reflects trust, responsibility and the chance to make meaningful impact.

“This election, especially under the Capiz Next Generation Leaders Alliance, means more than just winning a position. For me, it represents trust — trust from people who believe in my credibility, my knowledge and my ability to serve with purpose,” he said. “This election highlights the voice of our community, and I feel grateful and humbled to be part of something that gives young leaders a chance to shape real change.”

He also shared how his leadership journey shaped his goals for the new role, centered on inclusion, participation and amplifying youth voices.

“As a former FLP president of our campus, now serving as president of SPEM, and having recently taken my oath as treasurer of CNGLA, I see this new role as an opportunity to bridge our campus with broader youth initiatives in the province,” Candido said.

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗢 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗢𝗦 𝗪𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗪𝗢 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦 𝗔𝗧 𝗡𝗥𝗬𝗟𝗜 '𝟮𝟱 

by Joshua G. Dela Torre 

In the 63rd National Rizal Youth Leadership Institute (NRYLI), two CAPSUNIAN ECHO journalists and student leaders won two awards in the Makabayang Sayawitan Competition held on Dec. 7 in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur.

Wendy Eunice P. Duntog, Associate Editor and Wenalyn C. Venerable, Layout Artist respectively led their members from different state universities and colleges in conquering the challenge of presenting creative nationalistic sing and dance performance.

Duntog's group clinched 3rd spot winning PhP 10,000 spot while Venerable's group secured 2nd place bringing home PhP 15,000.

In an interview, Wendy Eunice Duntog described her thoughts on the outcome and the work behind their performance.

"I decided to take on the challenge and commit to giving my best in Sayawitan," and shared further that she could not forget the moment she was chosen as leader saying "They trusted me and believed in me despite not knowing each other deeply".

Meanwhile, Wenalyn C. Venerable shared valuable lessons from the experience and her view on the result.

“The most important lesson from this experience is the power of teamwork and trust. When we relied on each other’s strengths, pressure turned into success—a spirit I want to carry into CAPSUNIAN ECHO", Venerable said.

 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗦𝗨 𝗕𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗦 𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝟳𝟭.𝟰𝟯% 𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘, 𝗙𝗜𝗙𝗧𝗘𝗘𝗡 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗦 𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗦 𝗔𝗟𝗘 

by Joshua G. Dela Torre 

Fifteen graduates from Capiz State University (CAPSU) Burias Campus College of Agriculture and Forestry (CAF) passed the Agriculturist Licensure Examination (ALE) held from Nov. 19 to 21.

The College posted a 71.43% passing rate and surpassed the national passing rate of 68.55%, with new takers posting 75% and retakers posting 60%, including Roy Cañas Bical, Richelle Gregore, Ana Marie Dela Rosa, Fred Tupan, Jessa Castillo, Rocel Zabala Delfin, Kent Leandro Derecho, Vicvic Parohinog, Vinzlie Fano, Ma Patricia Labto, Mike Ladoc, Kim Bonifacio, Earl Joy Amo, Chezka Traje, and Jane Marie Dap og.

In an interview, Mr. Mike Ladoc, one of the passers, recalled the moment he learned he succeeded in the exam and  described the experience as both overwhelming and fulfilling.

"For me, the experience of passing the Agriculturist Licensure Exam was an incredible and rewarding experience, and I am truly thankful that I was successful... This accomplishment is greater than just my own; it is my commitment to the farmers I live near that I have the potential to help", he said.

He further expressed deep gratitude to the people who supported his journey, noting that the encouragement he received kept him motivated throughout the process.

"I also want to express my gratitude to the faculty of CAPSU Burias for giving me a solid foundation, as well as for the support and knowledge that I have gained from the CAF Family. To my classmates, study partners, and all those who supported me—your encouragement has been a huge factor in my achievements".

Moreover, Dr. Ryan T. Sarimong, CAF Dean, commended the strong performance of the graduates and highlighted how their recent success reflects the College’s ongoing pursuit of academic quality.

“We are extremely happy and grateful with the achievement of our graduates in the recent Agriculturists Licensure Exam. We have again surpassed the national passing percentage with a notable performance of our first-time takers. This is a bold attestation of the College’s commitment to the University’s vision and quality policy", Dr. Sarimong said.

Furthermore, He also stated the preparation strategies implemented by the College to strengthen student readiness for the licensure exam.

“We prepared our students through several key strategies. First, we aligned our instructional materials with the Table of Specifications provided by PRC. We also institutionalized an Enhancement Course in the last semester of our graduating students, which served as a review class for the six subject areas of the ALE. In addition, we strictly adhered to the fields of specialization when assigning faculty workload, especially for the fundamental agriculture courses. Finally, we ensured the continuous professional development of our faculty members through their regular participation in regional and national PAA conventions, an endeavor that the administration consistently supported".

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) released the ALE result today, Dec. 2.