dance troupe, who represented the college with passion and excellence through their performance of Bilaskogay.
Bilaskogay is a traditional Philippine folk dance originating from the fishing villages of Antique, often featured in Visayan-influenced performances. Dancers playfully mimic the movements of fishermen catching, gathering, and cleaning shrimps or fish, showcasing the lively and industrious nature of coastal life.
The CNND delegation was composed of talented and hardworking dancers who trained tirelessly to bring their performance to life:
CNND Dancers:
● Jevi Mae P. Vipinosa
● John Michael C. Nucum
● Henriette C. Tidor
● Zymere Andrei G. Guanga
● KZ B. Cabanas
● Jelyn Rose M. Valois
● Ghian Ihven Jhoie B. Gonzales
● Alinadione S. Ferfas
● Vincent Lex Depositario
● Andrea Kathleen P. Berizo
● Jarred Abraham D. Masukat
● Brent Lorence J. Cabios
Their synchronized movements, expressive storytelling, and strong stage presence earned CNND a well-deserved spot among the top contenders in the competition.
The folk dance competition, themed “Sayaw ng Pamana, Sigla ng Kabataan,” celebrated Filipino heritage and the vibrant energy of the youth. The program formally opened with a Prayer and Preliminaries, followed by the Opening Remarks of James Mariano (Folkdance 2026 Chairperson), who reminded the audience that dance is not only about winning, but also about honoring culture and strengthening unity among students.
Each college showcased unique folk dances, with pre-judging of costumes conducted prior to the competition to ensure fairness and highlight cultural authenticity.
Participating Colleges and Dances:
● CLASE – Bilaskogay
● SHS – Tinolabong
● COB – Agogokoy
● CPMT – Agogokoy
● COT – Inalimango
● CNND – Bilaskogay
The USA Folkdance Competition concluded with the recognition of outstanding performances and production numbers across participating colleges:
Major Awards
2nd Runner-Up – CNND
1st Runner-Up – CPMT
Champion – CLASE
Minor Awards
Best in Staging – CPMT
Best in Costuming – CPMT
Best in Production Number – CLASE
CNND’s recognition as 2nd Runner-Up stands as a testament to the students’ commitment to excellence, teamwork, and cultural preservation. Their achievement brought pride to the College of Nursing, Nutrition and Dietetics and became one of the memorable moments of University Week, inspiring fellow students to take part not only in academics, but also in cultural and artistic pursuits.
