Hospitality Management Association for Development and Excellence-VSU

|| 𝗛𝗼𝗠𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀

Happy birthday self!✨

To our 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫, 𝐄𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐞 𝐆. 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐨 (May 26), thank you for the work you do for the organization—especially in keeping us updated and visible.

We appreciate the effort, even the small things that often go unnoticed.
Hope you get to enjoy your day. 💚

– 𝙃𝙤𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙛𝙖𝙢

|| 𝗛𝗼𝗠𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀

Happy birthday to our amazing organization 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐫, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐂. 𝐋𝐚𝐨, thank you for your constant guidance, patience, and support to HoMADE. Your leadership and dedication help us grow not just as an organization, but as individuals striving to do better in every activity we take on.✨

Wishing you good health, happiness, and more blessings ahead. 💚

|| 𝗛𝗼𝗠𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀

Happy birthday to one of our HoMADE officers! ✨

To our 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫, 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐀𝐫𝐳𝐞𝐥 𝐏. 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐚 (May 26), thank you for the work you do for the organization—especially in keeping us updated and visible.

We appreciate the effort, even the small things that often go unnoticed.
Hope you get to enjoy your day. 💚

– 𝙃𝙤𝙈𝘼𝘿𝙀 𝙛𝙖𝙢

𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 || HoMADE Organization proudly congratulates the Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management students who were recognized during this year's 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 last May 13, 2026 at the VSU Gymnatorium.

𝐶𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑔𝑜𝑟𝑦 𝐴 - 𝐻𝑜𝑛𝑜𝑟𝑠
• Dean's Honors (1.000-1.450)
- 16 students
• College Honors (1.451-1.750)
- 88 students

𝐶𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑔𝑜𝑟𝑦 𝐵 - 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝐻𝑜𝑛𝑜𝑟𝑠
•President's Honors (1.000-1.450)
- 4 students
• University Honors (1.451-1.750)
- 18 students

𝗧𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘀: 𝟭𝟮𝟲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 ✨

Your achievements are a testament to dedication and excellence.

To the rest of our peers, remember that every effort counts, whether recognized on stage or not, your hard work and growth continue to shape the future of hospitality. Keep pushing forward, because success is built step by step. Padayon Viscans! 🔰✨

The 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 (𝗛𝗼𝗠𝗔𝗗𝗘) proudly recognizes our dedicated organization officers who were honored at the 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 on May 13 at the VSU Gymnatorium.

Balancing academic duties with the responsibilities of leadership within an organization is a challenging task. From attending regular classes to assisting with student events and practical training, these officers have shown great commitment to their education. It takes true hard work to maintain high grades while also serving the student community. The entire HoMADE family is grateful for their efforts and inspired by their dedication.

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗦

𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗔: 𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗦
Dean’s Honor (GPA: 1.000–1.450)
College Honor (GPA: 1.451–1.750)

𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗕: 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗦
President’s Honor (GPA: 1.000–1.450)
University Honor (GPA: 1.451–1.750)

Congratulations to our student officers. May you continue to learn, lead, and develop your skills. We wish you the best as you continue to work hard in your studies and inspire your fellow hospitality students.

𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑩𝑺𝑯𝑴 𝟐𝒏𝒅 𝒀𝒆𝒂𝒓 𝑺𝒕𝒖𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 – 𝑭𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒕 𝑩𝒂𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝒐𝒇 𝑷𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒔!

We proudly celebrate our students, together with DHM part-time instructors Sir Ronnel Honrada and Ma’am Laarnie Biez Pasus, for successfully passing the 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐍𝐂 𝐈𝐈𝐈 held on May 8, 2026, at Visayas State University.

This milestone was made possible in collaboration with St. Angelo Global Academy School Institute, Inc., under the leadership of Ma’am Jenny S. Gregorio. The activity also served as a key requirement for the MICE class of Ma’am Babette Jeds L. Castil and Dr. Syrene P. Nayre.

We also extend our sincere gratitude to TESDA Assessor Ma’am Roselle Edar and the TESDA representative for their time, expertise, and commitment in evaluating and assessing our students.

Hats off to our first batch of passers! Your hard work and dedication have paid off—you are now certified Events Management professionals, ready to create meaningful and memorable experiences in the industry.

Best of luck to the next batches who will be taking the assessment tomorrow and in the coming week—we are rooting for your success!

𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑬𝒙𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝑯𝒐𝒖𝒔𝒆𝒌𝒆𝒆𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔!

The Department of Hospitality Management proudly congratulates our faculty and students for successfully achieving the National Certificate (NC II) in Housekeeping Services conducted last April 17–19 and April 26, 2026, at the Franciscan College of the Immaculate Conception (FCIC) TESDA Assessment Center.

This milestone was made possible through the guidance and support of our dedicated faculty members: Sir Kristean Karl Villarubia, Ms. Biez Laarni Pasus, Ms. Joy Mae Laciste, and Ms. Ma. Babette Jeds Castil, along with the participation of our Hospitality Management students specialized in Accommodations Management who completed the assessment in batches.

We also extend our gratitude to the TESDA assessors, the TESDA representative, and the host assessment center team, Sir Aian Sumabal and Sir Eugene Narra, for ensuring a successful and meaningful competency evaluation.

Aligned with the standards of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), the NC II in Housekeeping Services certifies competencies in:
• Provide Housekeeping Services to Guests
• Clean and Prepare Rooms for Incoming Guests
• Laundry Linen and Guest Clothes
• Clean Public Areas, Facilities, and Equipment
• Deal with/Handle Intoxicated Guests

This achievement reflects our commitment to producing globally competitive, skilled, and service-oriented hospitality professionals.

|| 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗜𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝘆𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱

In celebration of the 𝑉𝑆𝑈 102𝑛𝑑 𝐴𝑛𝑛𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑎𝑟𝑦 𝐴𝑝𝑟𝑖𝑙 2026, the 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 engaged in their Industry Immersion Activity under the subject 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝗻 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀. Guided by their instructor, 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗮. 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝗝𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹, the students actively assisted in various events and activities throughout the celebration.

Their participation highlighted the importance of cultural sensitivity and professionalism in the tourism and hospitality industry. By serving and supporting diverse audiences, they were able to apply classroom concepts in real world settings. This immersion not only strengthened their skills but also deepened their appreciation of multicultural diversity.

Truly, their dedication contributed to the success of the university's milestone celebration.

𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑢𝑙𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑇𝘩𝑖𝑟𝑑 𝑌𝑒𝑎𝑟 𝐻𝑀 𝑆𝑡𝑢𝑑𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑠! 👏🎉

|| 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧
The kitchen was never just a kitchen it became a battlefield of skill, timing, and creativity during the 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸-𝗢𝗳𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 held on April 28, 2026, featuring 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀. Under heat, pressure, and limited time, students transformed simple ingredients into plated expressions of discipline and imagination.

The program officially opened with remarks from 𝐃𝐫. 𝐌𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐢𝐥 𝐕. 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢ñ𝐨, Vice President for Administration and Finance, who emphasized the value of preparation, consistency, and excellence in every performance. His message grounded the event in purpose and direction.

A panel of distinguished judges added weight and credibility to the competition: 𝐃𝐫. 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐥𝐢 𝐀. 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐨, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐨 𝐒. 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐬𝐨, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐆𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐧 𝐆. 𝐏𝐚𝐣𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐨 𝐓. 𝐏𝐞ñ𝐚 𝐉𝐫., 𝐃𝐫. 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐢𝐧 𝐃. 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐳𝐨𝐧, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐋. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧, 𝐌𝐬. 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐚 𝐕. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐬, 𝐌𝐫. 𝐉𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐈. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐫, 𝐌𝐫. 𝐑𝐚𝐲𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐌. 𝐈𝐠𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐚, 𝐌𝐬. 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐦𝐢 𝐙. 𝐎𝐦𝐞𝐠𝐚, and 𝐃𝐫. 𝐈𝐯𝐲 𝐂. 𝐄𝐦𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐞. Their presence elevated the event into a standard of real-world evaluation.

Behind every smooth transition was the steady work of the 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 instructors and staff, led by 𝐃𝐫. 𝐒𝐲𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐏. 𝐍𝐚𝐲𝐫𝐞. Their coordination and support ensured that every part of the program ran in order and without disruption.

The Chefs Parade opened the stage with confidence, followed by the sizzling and flambé segment where ex*****on was tested in real time. Each pair responded to pressure with focus, turning basic ingredients into outputs shaped by training and teamwork.

Recognition was given to standout performers:
𝗘𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗳 — Nina Gozon and Arnold Malna
𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗳 — Lou Jayle Gonzaga and Herbert Adrian Flores
𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲’𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 — Lady Fel Resuena and James Avelino

The event closed with remarks from 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐂. 𝐋𝐚𝐨, marking the end of a day filled with intensity, learning, and hands-on experience.

Ultimately, the Cook-Off Exhibition led and organized by the 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, proved that when students are trusted with responsibility, they don’t just participate in events they build experiences that speak for themselves.

The event was made possible with the support of 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐬, the official gas sponsor, helping keep the kitchen running from start to finish.

𝗩𝗶𝗮 || Elaisa Mae G. Camingao

🚨 SAFETY ADVISORY 🚨

In light of the possible 7.1 magnitude earthquake and recent structural findings in the DTHM Building, everyone is advised to strictly follow safety precautions.

❗ Certain areas are UNSAFE FOR USE
❗ Avoid entering or hanging out in restricted areas
❗ Stay alert and prioritize your safety at all times

Please read the full memo below. Your cooperation can help prevent accidents and save lives.

|| 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧

Cooking skills took center stage as young chefs showcased their talent in the 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐤-𝐎𝐟𝐟 for the 102nd VSU Anniversary last April 23, 2026, at the 𝐕𝐒𝐔-𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬, 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐡.

From simple cookie recipes to creative finishes, students put their effort, focus, and teamwork into every entry.