Author: Justin Gabriel Dela Cruz

This 9th of April, we commemorate the Day of Valor or Araw ng Kagitingan by honoring the bravery and sacrifices of the victims of the Bataan Death March and the people who have passionately fought for the freedom of our country. We believe that valor is not only found in the fields where we fight, […]

Last April 07, 2026, students, educators, and industry leaders gathered at PHINMA – University of Iloilo for the FFM 2026 Gastronomy Symposium in celebration of Filipino Food Month. Organized by the NCCA, in collaboration with the City Government of Iloilo City and the Philippine Culinary Heritage Movement, the event highlighted the richness of Filipino cuisine […]

Today we celebrate our dedicated Student Director for Tourism and Hospitality Education and Research a leader driven by knowledge, purpose, and a passion for growth. Your commitment to advancing education and research continues to inspire students to think critically, learn continuously, and strive for excellence in the tourism and hospitality industry. Through your leadership, you […]

He has risen! The one of the many days that He taught us that there will always be a rainbow after every storm. Today, we rejoice as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ… A silent yet pivotal symbol of how trials, suffering, and heartbreak promise a greater outcome. On the 5th of April, we […]

In the quietude of this sacred, holy day, we remember the utter silence that followed the suffering; a sacred pause from both the chaos and joy of the world. Let us celebrate the Holy Saturday by utilizing the stillness as a moment of devotion and to strengthen our faith, just like how the believers did […]

Good Friday is a solemn day of remembrance, marking the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ—a profound expression of His boundless love and sacrifice for humanity. As we observe this sacred day, let us take time to reflect on His suffering, His mercy, and the meaning of true sacrifice. May this moment lead us to […]

Today we celebrate the dedicated Chief of Staff for the Office of Marketing and Sponsorship, a leader who ensures that every plan turns into action and every vision is brought to life. Your commitment, coordination, and strong leadership continue to drive the team forward, making every project more organized, impactful, and successful. Behind every smooth […]

Celebrate Filipino Food Month (FFM) 2026 this April, led by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and its partner agencies. With the theme “𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗡,” this celebration highlights how Filipino cuisine connects us across the region while strengthening cultural identity and supporting local […]

The Holy Thursday, or commonly known as Maundy Thursday, marks the first day of the 𝘗𝘢𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘭 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘶𝘶𝘮, when Jesus and His apostles had the Last Supper, and the start of where we feel His suffering. As we live through this sacred period, let us remind ourselves of His sacrifice and unconditional love. Let us put […]

This April, we celebrate the richness of Filipino cuisine with the theme “Connected by Taste: The Filipino Food in the Flavors of ASEAN.” A celebration of culture, identity, and shared heritage, Filipino Food Month highlights how our flavors connect us across the region and tell the story of who we are as a people. As […]