On September 24-25, 2024, Bohol Island State University (BISU) embarked on a significant benchmarking visit to three (3) prominent higher education institutions in the Visayas: Visayas State University (VSU), Leyte Normal University (LNU), and Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU). This academic endeavor aimed to study and assess best practices in three pivotal areas: Administrative Support Services at VSU, Green Campus Initiatives and Futures Thinking Strategies at both LNU and EVSU.

BISU School of Medicine Earns Semifinal Spot in 20th Inter-Medical School Physiology Quiz
In the recent International Medical Physiology Quiz competition among medical schools nationwide and international medical schools from Australia, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, and more, BISU SoM students reached the semi-finals. This achievement is another milestone for the School of Medicine in its first year of operation.

Driving Innovation & Growth: BISU Officials Join PASUC Annual Convention
LOOK: BISU officials participate this year’s PASUC Annual Convention and General Assembly at SMX Convention Center Manila
This year’s theme: “Advancing the Competitiveness of SUCs for National Development”, is a reiteration of PASUC’s commitment in advancing the competitiveness of State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) to drive national development.

BISU School of Medicine Shines in PAAB Biochemistry Quiz, Ranks 7th Nationwide
Bohol Island State University School of Medicine ranked 7th among medical schools nationwide in the Medical Biochemistry Quiz Bee competition.
Congratulations to our University President, Dr. Anthony M. Penaso, and the Dean of the School of Medicine, Dean Marvie P. Hamel Darbandi, MD, PhD, for this significant achievement.

BISU Fosters Linkages with Ming Chi University of Technology
BISU officials welcomed Dr. Thu-Hua Liu, President of Ming Chi University of Technology (MCUT) from Taiwan on June 6 to discuss possible exchange programs.
Congratulations to our University President, Dr. Anthony M. Penaso, and the Dean of the School of Medicine, Dean Marvie P. Hamel Darbandi, MD, PhD, for this significant achievement.

BISU Alumna Secures 10th Place on Nationwide March 2024 LET Examination
Bohol Island State University proudly celebrates the outstanding achievement of Stella Mae Josol, a distinguished alumna of the Bachelor of Elementary Education program at BISU Main Campus. In the March 2024 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) – Elementary Level, she achieved an impressive 90.60% rating, securing 10th place nationwide.

BISUan ranks Top 3 on April 2024 Civil Engineering Licensure Examination
Bohol Island State University takes immense pride in celebrating the outstanding achievement of Engr. Arexcin Ray Timbal, who secured 3rd place in the April 2024 Civil Engineering Licensure Examination! 🎉🏆

BISU’s Frontage Blessing & Turnover Ceremony, A Success!
The Frontage Development Construction Project has finally come into fruition. Graced by University President Dr. Anthony M. Penaso with First Lady Abigail Tecson Penaso ,VPs,BISU officials, all Campus Directors,dignitaries, and employees, witnessed as the new gates opened yesterday.

Back-to-Back Triumph for BISU: Topnotcher and Top Performing School
BISU Main Campus celebrates a remarkable achievement in the February 2024 Mechanical Engineers Licensure Examination, earning dual national recognitions.