Bicol University Graduate School Student Council

It’s a wrap! 🎉

The BUGS Sports Fest cm General Assembly last April 25, 2026 was truly a success—filled with energy, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments! From the exciting games in basketball, volleyball, badminton, laro ng lahi, and MMBUGS, to the fun treats like free photobooth snaps, notepads, t-shirts, and food, every participant surely had something to enjoy. 🏀🏐🏸✨

Our heartfelt gratitude to the people behind this meaningful event:
Ma’am Eda Adornado (Adviser, BUGSSC), Kay Losabia (Adviser, BUGSSC), Rev. Fr. Mark Austin Tuazon, Dr. Maria Jane B. Mascariñas (Dean, BUGS), Dr. Roldan Cabiles (Secretary, BUGS), Dr. Maria Julieta B. Bores (Vice President for Academic Affairs), Dr. Babyboy Benjamin D. Nebres (SUC President of Bicol University)
…and to the entire BUGS faculty and staff, and most especially to all the students who participated and made the day lively and memorable—thank you! 💙

Here’s to more moments of unity, sportsmanship, and BUeño pride!

Wait… there’s more!

May pa-FREE photobooth na, may pa-FREE notepad pa. 📸📝 Available until supplies last.

Kaya tara na sa BUGS General Assembly & Sports Fest!

This is your sign to show up, join the crowd, and be part of something fun, meaningful, and full of energy.

And yes—may pa-free T-shirt at food pa to make the experience even better. ✨
Say less, diba? So gather your friends, represent your program, and come through with that main character energy. 🔥

Available until supplies last—so better be early!

See you on April 25, 2026!

📣 REPOST | For BUGS Students

Bicol University is holding a MANDATORY Online Orientation on the newly revised Faculty Teaching Effectiveness Evaluation form to ensure your feedback is accurate and meaningful.

For our Bicol University Graduate School (BUGS) students, please be guided with your schedule:

📍 Platform: Zoom
🔗https://bicol-u.edu.ph.zoom.us/j/9893456590?pwd=evVigiCmZfWrDkCFtDoIijDmbNIBA.1
📅 SCHEDULE (BUGS):
🗓 April 18, 2026 (Saturday)
⏰ 9:00 – 10:00 AM (All Students)

⚠️ Reminder!
• Attendance is mandatory and will be strictly monitored.

Kindly inform your classmates. Thank you!

Sources: Office Memorandum No. 85, s. 2026
https://web.facebook.com/share/p/1FZzudHtQX/

📣 BUGS students, ano… tara? 👀

Ready na ba kayo for a day of fun, games, and new connections? ⛹️‍♂️🤝

Join us at the BUGS Sports Festival 2026 cm General Assembly!

📅 April 25, 2026 | ⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

This activity brings together graduate students from different programs and campuses of Bicol University through meaningful and engaging experiences. It promotes unity, cooperation, and camaraderie while strengthening rapport and trust among students and faculty through sportsmanship and active participation.

Plus, enjoy exciting freebies!
👕 Free T-shirts
🍱 Free Food
📝 Free Notepad
📸 Free Photobooth (with photostrips!)

Ano, tara? Don’t miss out—hanggang may supplies pa! See you there! 💥

𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒 | 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐖𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭

The Bicol University Center for Gender and Development proudly invites all student-artists colleges/units to join the 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐖𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 in celebration of the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡!

Anchored on this year’s subtheme, "𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘽𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙮𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙨, 𝙁𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙨!", create powerful visuals that showcase 𝙬𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣'𝙨 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥, 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚, and 𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 within the 𝘼𝙎𝙀𝘼𝙉 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙭𝙩.

The official mechanics and rubric are posted below.

1. Each college/unit may submit one (1) entry only. Please coordinate with your respective College/Unit GAD Coordinator.
2. Each team must have 2 to 5 members.
3. Participants must shoulder the cost of printing.
4. Poster Size: 26 x 39 inches, printed on sintra board.
5. The poster must follow the official 2026 National Women’s Month Celebration theme.
6. Entries must be original works; works with plagiarized and AI generated content will be disqualified.
7. Posters should focus on gender equality, women empowerment, and ASEAN context.
8. Submit the soft copy (150-300 PPI PNG) of the poster through an email addressed to [email protected] with the subject, University-Wide Poster Making Contest - COLLEGE/UNIT.
9. Submit the printed poster on or before the deadline March 25, 2026 at 3rd Floor, BSBI Building, Bicol University Center for Gender and Development, Legazpi City; late entries will not be accepted.
10. Label the back of the poster with the Title, College/Unit, and Participants’ Names.
11. Posters will be judged based on Theme Relevance, ASEAN Context, Creativity, Originality, and Clarity of Message.
12. Winning entries will receive prizes.
- 1st Place: Php 8, 000.00 + Certificate
- 2nd Place: Php 6, 000.00 + Certificate
- 3rd Place: Php 3, 000.00 + Certificate
- 4th Place: Php 2, 000.00 + Certificate
- 5th Place: Php 1, 000.00 + Certificate
- All Participants will receive a Certificate of Participation

Let your art inspire change. Create with purpose. Lead like the Babaylans, Filipinas!

𝗥𝗘𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗨𝗦 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗧𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘: 𝗪𝗘𝗔𝗥 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗞𝗦 𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗨𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗙𝗔𝗟𝗟

The continuing ashfall from Mayon Volcano poses significant health hazards to our community. Volcanic ash contains fine particles that can irritate the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs. Prolonged exposure may lead to respiratory issues, especially for individuals with asthma, allergies, or other pre-existing conditions. In addition, ashfall can reduce air quality, cause skin irritation, and increase risks of infection when inhaled.
To safeguard the health and well-being of everyone on campus, all faculty members, personnel, and students are strongly encouraged to wear face masks at all times while outdoors or in spaces exposed to ashfall.
Specifically, the following are recommended: (a) Wear appropriate masks. N95, KN95, or surgical masks are most effective in filtering fine ash particles. Cloth masks may be used if no alternatives are available, but double-layering is advised. (b) Limit outdoor exposure. Stay indoors whenever possible, especially during periods of heavy ashfall. (c) Wash hands and face thoroughly after being outdoors. Avoid rubbing eyes to prevent irritation. (d) Individuals with respiratory conditions should take extra precautions and consult health services if symptoms worsen. (e) Used masks should be discarded properly to prevent contamination.
Campus health services are available for consultation should anyone experience difficulty breathing, eye irritation, or other ashfall-related symptoms. In addition to wearing face masks and limiting outdoor exposure, it is essential that everyone remain updated on the evolving ashfall situation. All faculty, personnel, and students are strongly advised to regularly monitor advisories issued by authorized agencies such as the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS), the Department of Health (DOH), and local government units.
Everyone's cooperation is vital in ensuring the safety of our academic community. By wearing face masks and following these precautions, we can collectively reduce health risks and maintain a safe learning environment despite the challenges posed by Mayon Volcano's activity.
Remain vigilant, responsible, and supportive of one another during this time.

Source: Office Memorandum No. 17 s.2026

The Bicol University Graduate School (BUGS) announces the schedule of the Written Comprehensive Examination for each graduate program for second semester, SY 2025–2026.

Students who intend to take the examination must be officially enrolled and are required to submit their applications to the BUGS Registrar’s Office not later than two (2) weeks before their scheduled examination date.

Information on the schedule of examinations shall be updated by this office from time to time.

Schedule of Examinations: http://tiny.cc/ijlx001

Application Form and Evaluation Sheet: http://tiny.cc/mjlx001

Guidelines for the Conduct of the Written Comprehensive Examinations: http://tiny.cc/rjlx001

MANDATORY UPDATE OF STUDENT PROFILES

All students who have not yet updated their student profile for the 2nd Semester, AY 2025-2026 are advised to update it immediately through their iBUSIS account.

Link: https://ibu.bicol-u.edu.ph/student-portal

Please note that access to other iBUSIS features (including class schedules) will be restricted until the required information is completed. Updating your profile ensures accurate and reliable student records for academic and administrative purposes.

All concerned students are strongly urged to comply at the earliest possible time to avoid inconvenience.

Acknowledgement is extended to the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs for taking the initiative in upgrading student profiles through iBUSIS.

Bicol University Office of Student Affairs and Services