In preparation for the upcoming SUC Fair and PASUC Competition, Biliran Province State University, through the Cultural Affairs Development Unit (CADU), and in collaboration with BiPSU Federation of Supreme Student Council, kicks off the “Hulma Kultura: School-based Competition” with short and sweet play and radio drama competitions held at the Hyflex Audio and Visual Center (HAVC) on January 22.

Different schools across the institution showcased their skills and talents in stage play acting, voice acting, and creative storytelling.

In his message, University President Victor C. Cañezo, Jr. underscored the importance of the competitions in shaping the students’ acting and stage play skills, creativity, and storytelling abilities.

“This event, led by the Cultural Affairs Development Unit, is a great avenue for students to showcase their skills and hone them for their growth and improvement in the field of performing arts,” Dr. Cañezo stated.

Six short and sweet play pieces entitled “Pagpapatawad” by the School of Criminal Justice Education (SCJE), “Jowa ni Intoy” by the School of Arts and Sciences (SAS), “Alon ng Panahon: Mga Kwentong Sandali ng Kabataan” by the School of Engineering (SOE), “Ang Bago at Konserbatibo” by the School of Teacher Education (STEd), “Pagbalik sa Ugat” by the School of Management and Entrepreneurship (SME), and “Alon ng Pag-ibig” by the School of Technology and Computer Studies (STCS) hyped the competition by showcasing heart-wrenching and humorous storyline and narratives.

Meanwhile, three radio drama entries entitled “Pag-ibig at Pamilya” by STCS, “The nonexistent Love” by SCJE, and “Hukom” by SAS, were also performed, displaying the students’ voice acting and storytelling prowess.

Moreover, the event ended with a feedback session with the judges to give their comments and insights on every performance, highlighting their commendations and things to improve for their respective plays.

The grand opening of the Hulma-Kultura: School-Based Competition is set for February 5 as part of the Charter Day Celebration of BiPSU from January 22 to February 14, 2025. Winners of the different competitions will represent the university in the Regional PASUC and SUC Fair, however, some competitions such as the Short and Sweet Play and Radio Drama will select only the best students and create a team to represent the institution.

Activities to look forward to for the Charter Day Celebration includes the opening of Organizations’ Day, Inter-school Basketball and Volleyball tournaments, and Literary and Musical Competitions.

[This aligns with SDG Number 4: Quality Education]