CATBALOGAN CITY, Philippines — Samar State University (SSU) celebrated its 20th Charter Day yesterday, November 25, 2024 with a series of vibrant activities and competitions, bearing the theme “Forging Our Cultural Identity; Affirming a Heritage of Excellence.” The celebration brought together the entire SSU community including all colleges, units, and external campuses.
The festivities kicked off with a parade around Catbalogan City, followed by warm welcome from the host, the College of Education (CoEd). During the opening ceremony, SSU President Dr. Redentor S. Palencia delivered an inspiring message to the SSU community, stressing the importance of looking back and looking forward in shaping the future of the university.
“Today, we look back on the last 20 years as a university beaming with pride knowing that our past has brought us to our present. Let us look forward into the future with so much hope, enthusiasm, and love for Samar State University,” President Palencia remarked.
Throughout the day, various competitions showcased the talents and festive spirit of SSU students and faculty.
Field Demo Contest
- Champion: Mercedes Campus
- 2nd Place: College of Arts and Sciences
- 3rd Place: Basey Campus
Best Arc Contest
- Champion: College of Industrial Technology
- 2nd Place: College of Arts and Sciences
- 3rd Place: Paranas Campus
Best Festival Queen
- Champion: College of Arts and Sciences
- 2nd Place: College of Nursing & Health Sciences
- 3rd Place: Basey Campus
Kuratsa Dance
- Champion: Basey Campus
- 2nd Place: College of Arts and Sciences
- 3rd Place: College of Nursing & Health Sciences
Siday (SSU Personnel Category)
- Champion: College of Industrial Technology
- 2nd Place: College of Engineering
- 3rd Place: College of Arts and Sciences
Siday (Student Category)
- Champion: Mercedes Campus
- 2nd Place: Paranas Campus
- 3rd Place: College of Arts and Sciences
Kundiman
- Champion: College of Arts and Sciences
- 2nd Place: Paranas Campus
- 3rd Place: Administration Office
As the day concluded, the SSU community looked back on its two decades of feats and looked forward to continued growth. The 20th Charter Day celebration was not only a moment of pride for SSU but also a reaffirmation of its cultural identity and heritage of excellence.