This initiative by the Supreme Student Government of EVSU-OC applauded outstanding contributions in the media industry, emphasizing the recognition of excellence and fostering ethical standards within the field.

On behalf of the EVSU-OC Campus Director, Dr. Jeffry V. Ocay, the Education Department Head, Dr. Beatrice Mabitad, expressed the importance of acknowledging the key individuals’ contributions to local media success. “We come together to recognize and uphold the outstanding achievement of those who have dedicated their time, talent, and creativity to shaping the landscape of media,” she stated.

This celebration serves as a platform to appreciate the dedication and talent of those influencing the way information is presented and shared with the public.

Hon. Nikolai Villegas welcomed the esteemed awardees and guests of the night. He expressed gratitude and appreciation to their unrelenting dedication in their craft and practice of responsible journalism.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐢𝐝𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐬:

RADIO CATEGORY:

Radio Category Best Local Radio Station

– Brigada Ormoc 93.5

Best Local Radio Program

– Ikaw ug ang Dakbayan (DYRG Ormoc)

Best Local News Radio Program

– Krusada sa Radyo (DYRG)

Most Outstanding Female Radio Broadcaster

– Ms. Gwen Maurillo (Krusada Ormoc)

Most Outstanding Male Radio Broadcaster

– John Kevin Pilapil (DYRG 101.5 FM Blue Radio)

TELEVISION CATEGORY:

Most Trusted Local News Program

— Balitang Bisdak

Most Trusted Local Newstation

— GMA Regional Tv

Best Regional Television Program

— Rise & Shine Pilipinas

Most Outstanding Regional Male Newscaster

— Mike Abe (Radyo Pilipinas)

Most Outstanding Regional Female

Newscaster

— Cecille Quibob-Castro

Most Outstanding Local Field Reporter

— Kimberly A. Urboda

SOCIAL MEDIA CATEGORY:

Best Local Photography

— Pitik ni Engineer

Best Local Social Media Influencer

— Medyo Maldito

Best Local Media News Platform

— Ormoc News & Updates (Leonel Dacaymat)

Most Outstanding Social Media Anchor

– Elvira Roa

Best Local News Prints

– Leyte Samar Daily Express

Best Annual Local Talent Search

– Ormoc Music Pop

Exceptional Ormoc EVSUnista Award:

– Alugyaw Dance Company

– Dance Sport

– Student Publications Office

– Icon Dales Velez

Concluding the event successfully, Prof. Lyra C. Rodriguez, the SSG Adviser, extended congratulations and gratitude to all who contributed to the success of the occasion with a reminder that it is truly important to hold the values of truth, integrity, and objectivity in information dissemination.

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