With immense pride, Sorsogon State University (SorSU) warmly congratulates The Artificer, the official student publication of Sorsogon State University – Sorsogon City Campus, for its outstanding achievements at the 23nd Regional Tertiary Press Conference (RTSPC), where all 11 competing members excelled and earned awards in various categories, held on January 28-30, 2026, at the Partido State University (ParSU), Goa, Camarines Sur.
Among the journalist-awardees, six members have qualified for the Luzonwide Higher Education Press Conference (LHEPC) and will compete on March 17-19, 2026, in Tuguegarao City.
The entire SorSU community extends heartfelt congratulations to the following awardees:
‎Reign Joy Merca
1st Place – Development Communication (English)
1st Place – Feature Writing (English)
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‎Nikko Lagco
1st Place – Digital Literary Graphics (Filipino)
5th Place – Digital Cartooning (Filipino)
5th Place – Digital Comic Strip (Filipino)
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‎King Gerald Sulit
1st Place – Traditional Literary Graphics (Filipino)
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Eydreian Dioquino
4th Place – Photojournalism (English)
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‎Vincent Dimaano
5th Place – News Writing (Filipino)
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‎Klerch Louise Diaz
5th Place – Sports Writing (Filipino)
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‎Jevelyn Varquez
6th Place – Editorial Writing (Filipino)
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‎Kem Buragay
6th Place, Traditional Literary Graphics (Filipino)
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‎Geneva Policarpio
7th Place – Photojournalism (Filipino)
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‎Errol Jade Malazo
10th Place – Poetry Writing (Filipino)
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‎Jerica Joyce Funelas
10th Place – Page Design and Layouting
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‎Additionally, the publication’s official group entry in the literary folio category, Kublihan, secured 5th for Best Page Design.
‎[ICYMI] All 11 The Artificer contenders clinch awards at 23rd RTSPC; 6 advance to LHEPC
The Pamantasang May Puso extends its commendation and appreciation to the student journalist-awardees for representing SorSU and proudly raising its banner at the RTSPC 2026! Likewise, the academe applauds the publication’s adviser, Asst. Prof. Mabel D. Buen, whose steadfast guidance and transformative mentorship have been instrumental in nurturing the publication’s success and shaping the talents of campus journalists.
The Artificer’s exceptional performance at the 23rd RTSPC—showcasing individual talent and the collective strength of the publication—exemplifies its spirit of collective dedication, excellence, and integrity in campus journalism.
Thank you for bringing pride and honor to the SorSU community! (SorSU PIO)
[Data and Photo Credits: The Artificer Official FB Page]
