October 1, 2026 | GSU Mosqueda Campus
Guimaras State University (GSU) Mosqueda Campus vibrated with energy, camaraderie, and student talent as the College of Science and Technology (CST) and the College of Business and Management (CBM) joined forces for Paghinugpong 2026, the annual campus acquaintance party, held on October 1, 2026.
The day-long celebration commenced in the morning with a lively parade led by the GSU ROTC unit, faculty, staff, and enthusiastic student contingents alongside their respective program candidates.
The festive atmosphere escalated as students showcased their institutional pride during the spirited Cheers and Yells competition per academic program, followed by a communal “Lunch of Togetherness” that fostered unity and fellowship across both colleges.
The afternoon festivities highlighted student talent, beauty, and creative expression through two major competitions: the Mr. and Ms. Campus Icon 2026 pageant and the INDAK 2026 dance competition.
In the pageant, Von Angelo Paris and Emarie Rose Elejan, both from the BSCS Program claimed the top titles as Mr. and Ms. Campus Icon 2026, while also taking home the Best in Interview award. Paris was also named Best in Advocacy, and Elejan received the Director’s Choice Award.
Joining the court as 1st Runners-Up were James Ciruz Galia and Kiah Jane Daanoy, with Galia also winning Best in Talent alongside Romelyn Angela Santos. 2nd Runners-Up honors went to Ronsthyl Wayan (who also shared the Director’s Choice Award) and Shania Ferrariz.
Meanwhile, the stage ignited during INDAK 2026, where Competing Group No. 3 emerged victorious as the Champion while also bagging the Best in Choreography award. Competing Group No. 1 finished as 1st Runner-Up and earned Most Creative Props and Costume, followed by Competing Group No. 4 as 2nd Runner-Up, and Competing Group No. 2 as 3rd Runner-Up.
Paghinugpong 2026 successfully set a welcoming and collaborative tone for the academic year, celebrating the vibrant student life and unity within the GSU Mosqueda Campus community.
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