Wvsu-Lc SEMS Society of English Major Students

The 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗦) extends its utmost pride and heartfelt congratulations to 𝗝𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮 𝗠. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗿 for being named the 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 (𝐌𝐎𝐒𝐓) for 𝐁𝐒𝐄𝐃 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 for Academic Year 2025-2026 at West Visayas State University - Lambunao Campus.

The path of teaching English demands more than adequate knowledge — it requires eloquence in expression, creativity in instruction, and a deep appreciation for language and literature. Your dedication to guiding students toward understanding and valuing the English language stands as proof of your readiness to be an educator and as a testament to the excellence SEMS upholds.

We celebrate you! This achievement reflects your diligence, your commitment to the teaching vocation, and your steadfast advocacy for English education. As you move forward to the final stage of your journey, you carry with you the inspiration and spirit of transformative education that SEMS proudly champions.

𝗕𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀, 𝗲𝘅𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹!👏💖

The 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗦) proudly celebrates the promising future of education as we present the finalists for The Search for Most Outstanding Student Teacher (MOST) for BSED English for Academic Year 2025–2026 at West Visayas State University – Lambunao Campus.

Congratulations to our remarkable English major finalists:
• Kate Angela Leysa
• Mark Harold Marcon
• Jessa Convocar

Your dedication to the craft of teaching, passion for language and literature, and commitment to excellence truly reflect the values and spirit of the English Majors’ community. You continue to inspire fellow students to strive for greatness in the field of education.

As you advance to your Lesson Planning, Instructional Materials Development, Demonstration Teaching, and Interview, know that the Society of English Major Students is proudly rooting for your success.

Padayon, future educators! Best of luck, and may you continue to lead with purpose and heart. God bless! 😇❤️🌸

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For I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
- Philippians 4:13

𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 | 𝐋𝐄𝐓 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐬 👏✨

To our newly licensed professional teachers, 𝐁𝐒𝐄𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫, who achieved a 100% passing rate in the 𝐋𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 for 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 (𝐋𝐄𝐓): 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒎𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒊𝒔 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒔!

You've grown in knowledge and character, learning to lead, inspire, and guide young learners. Passing the LET is a symbol of your dedication, calling, and commitment to the noblest of professions.

On behalf of the SEMS family, we're proud beyond words. Congratulations, LET passers! May you continue to inspire, lead, and make a difference in your students' lives.

𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝒅𝒊𝒅 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒑𝒂𝒔𝒔 𝒂 𝒕𝒆𝒔𝒕—𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒄𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈.

Ex𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐒tionally and truly proud 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬! 💖✨

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On November 20-21, 2025, dominating the Local 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 2025, the 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗦) proved their mettle. Representing the College of Education, their 𝗲𝘅𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 talent shone through soaring vocal harmonies and flawless performances that swept the competition.

Congratulations to the following Englisheras:

📌𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛 𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗬
𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐄𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆: 🥈
- Tino C. Araneta Jr.

𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆:
- Bernadette Anne Sumagaysay 🥇

𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍:🥇
- Jessa Convocar

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆: 🥉
- Mark Harold Marcon

𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐓 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘:🥇
- Cresthy Buyan

📌𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗬
𝐕𝐎𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐎 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋:🥈
- Bernadette Anne Sumagaysay

📌𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗣 𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗬
𝐋𝐈𝐏 𝐒𝐘𝐍𝐂: 🥉
- Mylene Santos
- Gracie Jane Losbañes

𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐅𝐈𝐋𝐌 𝐌𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆
- Jana Grace Rivera
- Jessa Mae Legario
- Mylene Santos
- Arianne Nicole Leaño
- Pauline Kaye Batilo
- Charles Isidro Poblador
- Trixie Kate Lisao
- Barbi Juliano
- Nickson Jhon Bufete
- Koby Lanze Mugdan

𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘
- Jelke-Rose Molina

𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐓 𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄
- Ella May Dongon
- Adelien Lacal
- Joan Delfin
- Nice Legarda

📌 𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗬
ESSAY WRITING: 🥇
- Rexzell Dane Loredo

📌𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗭 𝗕𝗢𝗪𝗟:
- Jerlyn Laranja
- New Rica Dale Mariano

📌𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗨𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗬
𝐎𝐍-𝐓𝐇𝐄-𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐓 𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐌𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆:🥈
- Jessel Lou Gascon

𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆:🥉
- Mary Nicole C. Condes

𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐒 𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆: 🥈
- Jana Grace Rivera

Indeed, "𝗕𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀, 𝗲𝘅𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀!" 👑✨

Words | Anthon John Labordo
Photo credit | The Crest, ANDRE Images, COESC WVSU-LC
Layout | Jana Rivera, Trixie Kate Lisao

The 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗦) once again made its mark during 𝗘𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, held on 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟰 & 1𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 with the theme “𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙡 𝙤𝙛 𝙆𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙡𝙚𝙙𝙜𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙂𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙩𝙝 𝙖𝙨 𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨." With eloquence, confidence, and undeniable charm, SEMS members stood out—earning numerous awards across a range of events. Each recognition was a quiet yet powerful proof of the excellence and grace that come naturally to every Englishera.

More than a celebration, Ed Days 2025 became a testament to SEMS’s consistent pursuit of brilliance—a trail they’ve long learned to walk with poise and purpose. And as they set their sights on the next Ed Days, one thing remains certain: 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫.✨

Indeed, "𝗕𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀, 𝗲𝘅𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀!" 👑✨

Words | Rexzell Dane Loredo
Photos | Angel Nicole Lacatan, Anthon John Labordo, Athena Lauron
Layout | Trixie Kate Lisao, Jessa Mae Legario

Presenting the Officers of 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗦) for A.Y.: 2025-2026. 🌸💖✨

Basta Englisheras, exSEMStional!

Photos | Mark Harold Marcon, Trixie Kate Lisao
Layout | Trixie Kate Lisao

𝗪𝗩𝗦𝗨-𝗟𝗖 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗨𝗦 𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗚 2025

The 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 (𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐒) actively participated and extended its full support to the College of Education Council and athletes during the first day of the Campus Hinampang. The organization assisted in facilitating the activities, preparing foods, serving drinks, snacks, and ensuring that foods were provided to all participants.

With teamwork and dedication, SEMS exemplified the spirit of service and unity within the College of Education.

𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐬, 𝐞𝐱𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥! 💖
𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚 𝐓𝐚𝐠𝐚-𝐄𝐝, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭! ✨

Words | Cresthy Buyan
Photos | Mark Harold Marcon, Trixie Kate Lisao, Angel Nicole Lacatan, Athena Lauron
Layout | Trixie Kate Lisao

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗨𝗥𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗘: SEMS Officers Gear Up for the Upcoming COE Days

The Society of English Major Students (SEMS) officers, together with their adviser 𝐌𝐬. 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐏. 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐣𝐞𝐫𝐨, gathered on October 20, 2025, for a productive meeting in preparation for the upcoming COE Days.

The discussion centered on plans and activities that reflect cooperation, commitment, and creativity among English majors. With shared goals and a spirit of unity, the officers aim to make the event a meaningful celebration of excellence and camaraderie.

Words | Rexzell Dane Loredo
Photos | Mark Harold Marcon
Layout | Trixie Kate Lisao

𝐒𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐞— 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐌𝐮𝐬 2025, 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐒!

Hats off to the talented and amazing 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 (𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗦) who successfully completed the screening process for the official candidates representing the College of Education in the upcoming LitMus 2025. 🎩👏🏻🥳

On October 16, 2025, talented students from various majors showcased their literary and musical talents during the screening held at the College of Education's Old and New Buildings. The event kicked off at 1:00 PM and lasted until 5:00 PM in the afternoon.

We congratulate our active first- to fourth-year representatives for their exemplary performance in showcasing their creativity, confidence, and passion for literature and the arts.

We also extend our appreciation to our ever-supportive SEMS adviser, 𝗠𝘀. 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗹𝘆𝗻 𝗣. 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗷𝗲𝗿𝗼, together with the SEMS officers and members, for ensuring a successful event.

Stay tuned for more updates as we gear up for LitMus 2025!

𝗕𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮 𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗦, 𝗲𝘅𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹!💖✨

Words | Ruffa Mae Leaño
Photos | Angel Nicole Lacatan, Rexzell Dane Loredo, Bhea Del Solor, Jessa Mae Legario
Layout | Trixie Kate Lisao

𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗹𝘆 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 - 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

The Society of English Major Students (SEMS) is pleased to present its newly elected officers for the academic year 2025-2026. With their passion and dedication, they are poised to lead the English society to new heights and make a lasting impact. This new chapter brings exciting opportunities for growth, creativity, service, and camaraderie among students.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Ms. Renelyn P. Alajero, the adviser, for her guidance and support. Thank you to everyone who participated and witnessed this milestone.

Congratulations to our new officers! May your term be filled with success and memorable experiences.

𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐬, 𝐞𝐱𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥! 💖✨

One team, twenty members strong, and twenty stories to tell. They are diverse individuals who have potential and purpose. They always maximize their voices to speak their minds, and beyond the classroom, they have honed their craft. They serve, they perform, and they are open-minded to criticism. Alongside them is their proud adviser, Dr. Mary June L. Pieza.

As they take their caps off, they are gearing up for what's ahead of them. And thus, may it be open roads for everyone, and may they land exactly where they are meant to be.

BSED English, class of 2025, turn the page as you are still the protagonists of your own stories, ready to write the next chapter with courage, creativity, and conviction.

Congratulations and good luck on your next voyage, Englisheras!