CAS - Community Initiatives and Engagement Community Extension Program

A Little Generosity Can Leave a Lasting Impact ❤️‍🩹

As we prepare for our outreach visit to the children of Kalipay Negrense Foundation this coming June 10, we humbly invite you to be part of this meaningful cause.

Donations of food, clothes, toys, school supplies, or monetary contributions can go a long way in bringing comfort, joy, and hope to the children. No act of kindness is ever too small—every contribution has the power to make a difference.

If you would like to extend your support, donations may be dropped off at Psychology Laboratory MN 515 or sent through the provided QR code.

This initiative is a collaborative effort of the Psychology Society (PsySoc) and the College of Arts and Sciences Community Initiatives and Engagement Community Extension (CASCIE) Program of STI West Negros University (STIWNU).

Together, let us remind these children that they are seen, valued, and cared for. So be somebody to someone. 🫂

✍🏻: Rose Marie Tepino
🎨: Lynne Solera

𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗖𝗧: “𝘓𝘦𝘵’𝘴 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘥, 𝘢𝘯𝘰 𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘢?”

It officially kicked off last Tuesday at Teodoro Hall, right after the start of CAS Week!

The program officially began with Ms. Pauline Recaido, who warmly welcomed everyone and introduced the newly elected CASCIE officers for A.Y. 2026–2027.

CASCIE officers then gathered with volunteers to introduce the organization, connect with new members, and learn more about our four advocacies: Mental Health Literacy, Environmental Awareness, Civic Action, and Animal Welfare.

Through the inspiring talks of our project leaders, volunteers were encouraged to step out, participate, and become part of meaningful initiatives that create positive change in the community.

A special thank you to all our volunteers who took the time to listen, participate, and show their willingness to serve the community. Your presence and enthusiasm truly made the event more meaningful.

This is only the beginning, so ano tara?, let’s get involved!

✍🏻: James Santander
📸: CASCIE Creatives

𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗘 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: CASCIE’s Meaningful Presence at CAS Week

The Community Initiatives and Engagement (CASCIE) Program geared up for the opening of CAS Week 2026 earlier today, May 18, at the university student lounge through a booth that promotes not only creativity and entertainment, but also compassion and social responsibility.

With the event’s theme, “Kalinga sa KaliCASan,” the opening program formally commenced with a praise and worship ceremony led by Dr. Glenn T Repique, PhD, RPsy, Program Head of the B.S. Psychology program, filling the venue with faith, gratitude, and a shared sense of unity and togetherness.

More than just a sales-driven activity, CASCIE’s booth carries a meaningful cause as five pesos from every purchased product will be donated to selected foundations in support of communities in need.

Alongside this is a fundraising drive where students and visitors may voluntarily donate coins or cash for the children of Kalipay Negrense Foundation (KNF).

Adding deeper value to the initiative, the rugs being sold were handcrafted by members of the Bacolod Integrated Deaf Association (BIDA), showcasing their talent, creativity, and craftsmanship while supporting their livelihood and promoting inclusivity within the community.

Through this initiative, CASCIE continues to prove that even simple student-led efforts can create meaningful impact which highlights the importance of empathy, active community engagement, and extending support to sectors that deserve to be seen, heard, and empowered.

✍️: Rose Tepino
📷: Carla Dequilla, Rhys Gamboa, & Summer Jimera, Alissa Batangas, Ashley Aranda

“𝙉𝙤 𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙞𝙨 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙙.”

Together with the Kalipay Negrense Foundation, STI West Negros University (STIWNU) Psychology Society (PSY SOC) & Community Initiatives and Engagement Community Extension (CASCIE) Program are coming together to support children through a collective outreach focused on nourishment, care, and compassion.

Sometimes, the smallest act of kindness can make a huge difference in someone’s life. Through this initiative, we hope to remind every child that they are seen, valued, and cared for.

If you would like to extend your help and support to this cause, you can scan the QR code below to donate.

Every contribution, no matter how small, can help bring smiles, meals, and hope.

Let’s help create a brighter future, to be somebody to someone, one at a time.

You may drop foods, clothes, toys, and money in our booth starting tomorrow at STI West Negros University Student Lounge.

✍🏻: James Santander

𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗘 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Community Initiatives Engagement (CASCIE) Program, in collaboration with the Psychology Society, convened for an orientation ahead of the outreach program with the Kalipay Negrense Foundation.

The session delivered by Ms. Annette Gatuslao alongside Sir Matthew and Ms. Mimma, focused on providing essential guidance and operational instructions to ensure a meaningful and well-coordinated visit to Kalipay Negrense later this month.

✍🏻: Patricia Granzon
📸: Summer Jimera

🖤💚

⚜️𝐂𝐀𝐒 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐋 2026⚜️

Last April 7, 2026, STI WNU College of Arts and Sciences celebrates its annual CAS Parangal a momentous occasion filled with joy, achievement, and success shared by both the faculty and the students.

This celebration honors the hard work and dedication of students who continuously strive for their goals and shape their future, proving that they are meant for greater things. The event was formally opened by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Doc. Sharon Rose G. Medez, followed by the program heads, faculty, staff, and all organizations under the banner of CAS.

Bright smiles filled the venue as students proudly received their certificates and recognition from Dean’s Listers to those actively participating in organizations and various activities within STI WNU College of Arts and Sciences.

𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑮𝑹𝑨𝑻𝑼𝑳𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑺 𝑻𝑶 𝑨𝑳𝑳 𝑺𝑻𝑼𝑫𝑬𝑵𝑻𝑺, 𝑨𝑵𝑫 𝑴𝑨𝒀 𝑾𝑬 𝑨𝑳𝑾𝑨𝒀𝑺 𝑨𝑰𝑴 𝑯𝑰𝑮𝑯! 🌟






𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒃𝒚 𝑱𝑩 𝑬𝒔𝒑𝒂ñ𝒐𝒍𝒂 📝

𝑷𝒉𝒐𝒕𝒐𝒔 𝒃𝒚 𝑺𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓 𝑱𝒊𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒂, 𝑹𝒉𝒚𝒔 𝑮𝒂𝒎𝒃𝒐𝒂, 𝑨𝒍𝒆𝒙𝒂 𝑩𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒂 𝑷𝒂𝒍𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒐, 𝑹𝒐𝒔𝒆 𝑻𝒆𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒐, 𝑵𝒐𝒃𝒆 𝑵𝒊𝒆𝒍 𝑫𝒆𝒒𝒖𝒊ñ𝒂, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒍𝒂 𝑱𝒂𝒏𝒆 𝑫𝒆𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒂 📷

𝑭𝒓𝒂𝒎𝒆 𝒃𝒚 𝑺𝒂𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒏 𝑨𝒃𝒐𝒏𝒈 🖼️

📌 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲’𝐬 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 | 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐂𝐈𝐄 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐎𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠

On April 17, 2026, the College of Arts and Sciences Community Initiative Engagement Community (CASCIE) successfully conducted its Giving Certificates for the old officers and Election followed by Oath Taking Ceremony for the newly elected officers.

The program commenced with the opening remarks delivered by the current CASCIE President, Ms. Kaizen Bagundol, setting a tone of gratitude and leadership. This was followed by the introduction of the newly elected CASCIE President, Ms. Julia Gerono, together with the guidance and support of the CASCIE Coordinator, Ms. Pau Ricado.

The election process and oath taking were formally witnessed by the President of the Psychology Society, Mr. Lucky Dalmacio, ensuring a meaningful and credible transition of leadership.

The event concluded with the closing remarks from the CASCIE Coordinator, Ms. Pau Ricado, reminding everyone of their responsibility to lead with integrity, service, and commitment.

✨ 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙣𝙚𝙬𝙡𝙮 𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙧𝙨! 𝙈𝙖𝙮 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙚 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚, 𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩.

📸: Rhys Gamboa
✍🏻: John Benedict Española

𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟯 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗳𝘁! 💚

The countdown has begun. Are you ready to make a difference, inspire change, and spread kindness? CASCIE is calling YOU.

✨ Outreach programs
✨ New friendships
✨ Real experiences that matter

Don’t miss your chance to grow, serve, and make a difference.

📢 Stay tuned. The countdown to CASCIE starts now!

For members:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfM0wwI1znsIAqcbKscN1D0hMNgr0BBSDFn1ECrGYoCe8nfeQ/viewform?fbclid=IwZnRzaAQ5rjxleHRuA2FlbQExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR4fxmcj1AL8wKAGY6Hz4auaI0Jwej5_xI4MipdtaNGTj_pYeIWnjFm9AL8ckQ_aem_hNVTrKyZm7yKCzX4vtcGGw

For Officers:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoXOl0nkVLzMFNbcrZeGh1abku8QTZ9l68bMttZRusxOLakA/viewform?fbclid=IwZnRzaAQ5rlFleHRuA2FlbQExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR63KKNYpO4p4G06Pjh7CyNxpCJZdCbYx-Plk-o2Yeiarv8IVFsRGADNvLEc4Q_aem_hNVTrKyZm7yKCzX4vtcGGw

✍️: James Santander
🎨: Summer Jimera