With the theme “Envisioning the Future through the Power of Good Stewardship,” Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) will celebrate its week-long Joint Commencement Exercises from August 12-16, 2024, at the Dr. Ernesto T. Nicdao Sports Center.

Two faculty members from the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management (CHTM) at Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) have completed the 16th batch of the LTB Culinary Scholarship Program for Teachers (LTBCSP) held from July 8-19, 2024, at the International School of Culinary Arts and Hotel Management in Manila under the guidance of Chef Norbert Gandler.

Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) placed 82nd out of 364 universities in the Philippines and 8th in Central Luzon in the Webometrics Ranking of Universities, based on its July 2024 edition.

To provide literacy and livelihood trainings to Alternative Learning System (ALS) learners, the Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU), through the Extension Services Office (ESO) in collaboration with the colleges and campuses, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Education – Division of Pampanga (DepEd Pampanga) for the implementation of Care Awareness Service, an ALS Uplifting Project (CASAUP).

To celebrate the 137th birth anniversary of the University’s namesake, Don Honorio Ventura y Tizon (July 30, 1887 - September 3, 1940), the Heritage Museum of Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) held a commemorative program on July 30, 2024.

As a cooperating organization for the Global Grant Project 2023-2024 Livelihood Skills Training, the Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) – Training Services Office (TSO) received a plaque of appreciation from the Rotary Club of Villa De Bacolor and the Rotary Club of Hwa-Sung-Tae-An (SK).

Dr. Anthony M. Penaso, University President of Bohol Island State University, was named as the newly elected Chairperson and President of the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP), Inc. Board of Trustees on August 5, 2024.

As part of the University’s mission to provide quality instruction and services for the holistic development of students, the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines, Inc. (AACCUP) is set to conduct an online survey visit to Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) from August 5 to 9, 2024.

Taking steps to make its way to the world, the administrative council and technical working group for internationalization at Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) underwent mentoring on international rankings held at the University Hostel from July 29-31, 2024.

“Rising from the ashes of ambition, the outstanding Honorian students are like a phoenix; they embody resilience, excellence, and the dawn of a new era in achievement.”

A new campus for Honorians has been born in Pampanga's capital city!

The Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) – City of San Fernando (CSF) Extension campus is set to start its operations on August 2024 as the academic year 2024 – 2025 commences.

BACOLOR, Pampanga - As part of its ongoing pursuit of excellence and vision to become a premier local college, Gordon College (GC) conducted a benchmarking visit to Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) to learn about the University’s Gender and Development (GAD) programs and Public Administration programs at the undergraduate, master's, and doctorate levels on July 22, 2024.

MANILA CITY, Philippines - The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) recognized three Counseling and Testing Center staff members of Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) as official trainers and facilitators for the Katatagan Plus: A Community-Based Mental Health Program under the USAID RenewHealth Project.

QUEZON CITY, Philippines – Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) was honored with a Plaque of Recognition from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) for its significant partnership and support of the USAID RenewHealth Project.

Dave B. Salenga, a Bachelor of Science in Architecture student at Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU), once again waved the maroon and gold flag by winning the silver medal for the Pintar: Poster Painting Contest during the State University and Colleges (SUC) Fair held at Western Mindanao State University, Zamboanga City, from July 9 to 11.

As part of the annual gathering and celebration of State Universities and Colleges (SUC) all over the Philippines, Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) President Dr. Enrique G. Baking, along with Vice President for Research, Innovation, Training & Extension Dr. Ranie B. Canlas, and Planning and Development Office Director Dr. Eddiebal P. Layco, attended the opening ceremony of the SUC Fair 2024 held at KCC Mall de Zamboanga on July 9, 2024.

The life of an artist and his work emulsify when a dream becomes a vision, and a vision becomes immortalized masterpieces that speak of beauty, artistry, culture, and heritage. Such is the life of one of Pampanga’s greatest artists, Wilfredo Tadeo Layug.

As a result of the blood donation drive initiative of the Office of Student Welfare and Formation (OSWF) – Health Services Unit, Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) was awarded a Plaque of Appreciation from Jose B. Lingad Memorial General Hospital (JBLMGH) during the Gratitude Gala Night 2024 held at Heroes Hall, City of San Fernando, Pampanga last July 8, 2024.

Among over 500 other teams, the MKHR FRYD Esports Team of Don Honorio Ventura State University achieved a second runner-up finish during the National MSL Collegiate Cup Season 1 held at Ayala Malls Solenad, Sta. Rosa, Laguna, on July 6-7, 2024.

Guagua, Pampanga – Through the initiative of the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management (CHTM) of Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU), a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was forged with coffee shop owners of Guagua, Pampanga for the community extension workshop seminar titled “SEEDS of Solidarity: Sowing Experiences and Exploring Diverse Sceneries through Entrepreneurship-Tourism and Outreach Program.”

Two Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education (BTLED) major in Home Economics (HE) students from the College of Education took part in the 2nd Local Culture, Science, and Technology (LOCUST) Short Program 2024, hosted by Indonesia’s Universitas Islam Sultan Agung (UNISSULA) - Faculty of Industrial Technology, via Zoom Meeting on June 20-24, 2024.

As one of the representatives of Central Luzon in the national stint, the Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (CpE) teams from Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) showcased their skills in research and innovation at the Mechatronics and Robotics Society of the Philippines’ 7th National Skills Competition held at the DOST MIRDC Compound on June 18-19, 2024.

Proud moments filled the Ernesto T. Nicdao Sports Center during the 2024 Completion Ceremony for the Grade 10 students of DHVSU-Laboratory High School on June 20, 2024, with the theme, “Kabataang Pilipino Para sa Matatag na Kinabukasan ng Bagong Pilipinas.”

It’s time to once again showcase the unique cultural and artistic strength of the Municipality of Bacolor and the province of Pampanga after decades of recovering from the aftermath of the Mt. Pinatubo eruption in 1991!