UNIVERSITY STUDENT COUNCIL

MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR
Date : February 29, 2024
Vision
To : ALL FACULTY AND STUDENTS
By 2040, This External Campus
WMSU
is a Smart Research Subject : CONDUCT OF WMSU-TUNGAWAN EXTERNAL
University CAMPUS
generating PALARO 2024
competent
professionals
and global citizens Greetings of peace!
engendered by the
knowledge Please be informed that the Western Mindanao State University – Tungawan
from sciences External Campus Palaro 2024 will be held on March 4-10, 2024.
and liberal
education, This will feature various sports and activities - Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton,
empowering Chess, Larong Lahi, Banner Making Contest, and the highlight, the search for Mr.
communities, and Ms. Palaro 2024 of Western Mindanao State University – Tungawan External
and promoting Campus.
peace, harmony,
and cultural Faculty, Staff, and students should be reminded of the following:
diversity. 1. Each faculty will handle one (1) team and will serve as the team’s guide;
 Ma’am Rugaya J. Hambre – Black Team
 Ma’am Nur-Kasra O. Bamuhid – Maroon Team
Mission  Ma’am Kate L. Jauculan – Blue Team
WMSU  Sir John Kali Lucky T. Fabriga – Gray Team
commits to create 2. All are encouraged to wear their Palaro shirts during first day and last day of
a vibrant the event and proper sports attire during the game.
atmosphere 3. Officiating Officers are not allowed to join the sports except for Volleyball,
of learning Basketball, and Badminton.
where science, 4. Each team can create a booth for their foods and snacks.
technology, 5. Call time twice for 3 minutes is implemented for every game or else the team
innovation, will be subject for default.
research, the arts 6. Multiple participation of games and sports for every member is allowed.
and humanities, 7. Rules of each game must be followed. Rules are rules.
and community 8. Participation of all students is a must.
engagement flourish
and produce world-
class professionals
committed to
sustainable
development and
peace.

Core Values

Love of country
Integrity &
Accountability
 MATRIX OF THE ACTIVITIES

Date Activity Location

Vision March 4-5, 2024 Preparation
By 2040, March 6, 2024 Morning
WMSU (Wednesday)
is a Smart Research 7:30am Parade
University 8:30am Lighting of the Torch
generating 9:00am Opening Program Sports Ground
competent 10:00am Competition Proper Oval
professionals  Presentation of
and global citizens Banners
engendered by the  Bench Yelling
knowledge
from sciences Afternoon
and liberal
education, 2:00pm Basketball (boys) Sports Ground
empowering Black vs. Blue Oval
Black vs. Gray
communities, Black vs. Maroon
and promoting Blue vs. Gray
peace, harmony, Gray vs. Maroon
Blue vs. Maroon
and cultural
diversity.
March 7, 2024 Morning
(Thursday)
Mission 8:30am Arrival
8:45am Call time Sports Ground
WMSU Oval
9:00am Volleyball (girls)
commits to create
a vibrant 10:30am Volleyball
atmosphere (boys)
of learning
where science, Afternoon
technology,
innovation, 2:00pm Badminton
(Singles) Sports Ground
research, the arts Oval
and humanities, 3:00pm Badminton
and community (Mixed-Double)
engagement flourish
and produce world-
class professionals
Morning
committed to
8:00am Arrival
sustainable Campus Library
8:30am Chess
development and Computer
peace. Laboratory
Mobile Legends
Sports Ground
Basketball (Girls) Oval
Core Values

Love of country
Integrity &
Accountability Afternoon Larong-Lahi
 Patintero
1:00pm  Luksong Tinik Sports Ground
 Tug of War Oval
 Luksong Lubid
Slipper Game
 Vision
March 9, 2024 Morning
By 2040, (Championship)
WMSU Saturday 8:30am Badminton (singles &
is a Smart Research mixed-double) Sports Ground
University Oval
generating Basketball
competent (girls)
professionals
and global citizens
engendered by the Afternoon
knowledge
from sciences 1:00pm Basketball (boys)
and liberal Volleyball (girls & boys) Sports Ground
education, Oval
empowering
communities,
and promoting
peace, harmony,
March 10, 2024 Morning & Preparation for Mr. &
and cultural Oval Court
Sunday Afternoon Ms. Palaro
diversity.

Mission
WMSU
commits to create
a vibrant
atmosphere 5:00pm Search for Mr. & Ms.
of learning Palaro
where science,
technology,
innovation,
research, the arts
and humanities,
and community
engagement flourish
and produce world-
class professionals
committed to
sustainable
development and
peace.

Core Values

Love of country
Integrity &
Accountability

WORKING COMMITEES
Consultation; Nosca Bonna Ar D. Taasin, MA
Vision Supervision; Patricia Anne J. Ammad
By 2040, Steering; Amoran, D.; Limbag, J.
WMSU
is a Smart Research
University
generating
 Finance; Julie Anne G. Gaballo
Program; USC Officers; Campus Media
Contests; USC Officers
Tabulation; Noemae B. Obina
Decoration; Jauculan, KA; USC, Gender Club,
Dept. Officers; BEEd 3 & 2 Students
Venue Preparation; Bamuhid, N.; USC, Dept. Gender
Club Officers, ACT Students

Accommodation; USC, Dept. Gender Club Officers

Sound System; Campus Media
Meals and Snacks; Garcenis, R.; USC Officers
Awards & Certificates; Gustam, A; Obina, N.; Silao, G.,
Campus Media
Documentation; Campus Media
Logistics; USC Officers
Sanitation; Utility Personnel
Security; Tungawan MPS Officers

OFFICIATING OFFICERS
Bench Yell
 Judges: Invited Alumni
Banner Making
 Judges:
Nosca Bonna Ar D. Taasin, MA
Jimmy Baay
Tina O. Saring
Basketball & Volleyball (Boys&Girls)
– Buenafe ; Saring (Black)
- Mus-ab L. Basug; Kenn Duran (Gray)
- Silao, G. ; Catubay (Maroon)
- Catubay ; Al (Blue)

Badminton (Single & Mixed-Double)

- Limbag, J. ; Garcenis, R. (Black)
- Igos, G.; Badan, J. (Blue)

Vision
By 2040,
 - Duran, K.; Arcillas, L. (Gray)
- Mohammad, H. (Maroon)
Larong- Lahi
Facilitators: Hambre, R.; USC Officers

Chess
- Amoran, D.
- Gaballo, J.
- Api, L.
- Mijares, J.
-
Mobile Legends
- Melissa L Enderez
- Ernela L. Anting

Mr. & Ms. Palaro

- Limbag, J. ; USC, Dept., Gender Club Officers

BENCH CHEERING COMPETITION

Mechanics and Guidelines:
1. Each member of the team must participate.
2. Each performance should have a minimum of 3 minutes and a maximum
of 5 minutes long including the entrance and exit.
3. The use of drums and other instruments are allowed.
4. Loudness and clearness of the voice are encouraged.
5. Profanity and other inappropriate language are strictly prohibited.
6. Teams are encouraged to use coordinated props reflecting their team spirit
and creativity.
7. Any violations from the above mechanics will be a deduction of 3 points.
Criteria for Judging:
Creativity and Originality – 30%
Synchronization and Coordination – 30%
Enthusiasm and Energy – 25%
Audience Impact – 15%

BANNER MAKING CONTEST

Mechanics and Guidelines

Vision
By 2040,
WMSU
 1. Every team is required to create a banner that prominently features their
team name.
2. The banner can include artwork or designs that are associated with or
represent the team name.
3. The creation of the banner will take place on March 5, 2024, prior to the
parade.
4. The banner will be showcased during the parade and bench cheering
competition.

Criteria for Judging:

Team Name Representation – 30%
 The banner should effectively display the team name. The creativity and
originality in the way the team name is represented will be considered.
Artwork and Design – 30%
 The banner should include illustrations related to the team name. The
creativity, originality, and visual appeal of these illustrations will be
judged.
Presentation – 25%
 The presentation of the banner during the bench yell will be evaluated.
This includes how ell the banner is showcased and how it complements
the cheer.
Timeliness – 15%
 The banner should be completed and ready for presentation on March 6,
2024, during the parade.

BASKETBALL (Boys & Girls)

Mechanics and Guidelines
1. Each team should consist of at least 5 players, with a maximum of 12 to 15
players including substitutes.
2. A standard game consists of 2 quarters, each lasting 10 minutes. There can be a
short break between each quarter.
3. The team who will WIN after the Two quarters is safe to proceed to the next
game against another team. The team who is defeated
will have the chance to play again on the next round following the bracket (Round
Robin).
4. Players must wear proper attire for the game
 5. Twice call for the players each team is implemented, otherwise the team will
considered default in the game.

Vision
VOLLEYBALL (Girls and Boys)
By 2040,
WMSU Mechanics and Guidelines
is a Smart Research 1. The objective of volleyball is to hit the ball over the net using only your hands
University and get it to bounce in the opponent’s half of the court. The opposing team must
generating try to prevent the ball from bouncing before returning it.
competent
2. It should consist of two team with six players each, separated by a net.
professionals
and global citizens  Setter
engendered by the  Middle Blocker
knowledge  Outside Hitter
from sciences  Opposite Hitter
and liberal  Libero
education,  Server
empowering
communities,
3. To win the game, a team must score 25 points with at least two-point
and promoting
peace, harmony, difference. If the teams are closely matched, the game can continue beyond the
and cultural 25-point maximum. The game will only have 3 sets.
diversity. 4. In the final deciding game of the match, it is played until 15 points, but two-
point difference still applies.
Mission
WMSU BADMINTON (Singles and Mixed-Double)
commits to create
a vibrant Mechanics and Guidelines
atmosphere
of learning 1. Singles – one player on a side. (Boys and Girls)
where science, 2. Mixed Doubles – one male and one female partner opposing a male and female
technology, opponent.
innovation, General Rules/Regulations
research, the arts
and humanities, 1.Serving
and community a.The server must keep both feet in contact with the floor at the time of the
engagement flourish serve.
and produce world- b. The shuttle must be contacted below the waist.
class professionals c. The racket head must be below the server’s wrist.
committed to d.The server should not serve until the receiver is ready; the opponent is deemed
sustainable
ready if a return is attempted.
development and
e.Partners of the server and receiver may stand anywhere on the court providing
peace.
they do not obstruct the opponent’s view.
f. A bird that touches the net on the serve and goes into the proper
Core Values

Love of country
Integrity &
Accountability

service court is legal.

g. If the server misses the bird on the serve attempt, it still counts. In singles and
doubles the serve would go to the opponent.

Vision
By 2040,
WMSU
is a Smart Research
 2.Serving Order – Singles

a. At the beginning of the game (0-0) and when the server’s score is even, the
serve will begin from the right service court. When the server’s score is odd, the
serve will be from the left service court.

b. If the server wins a rally, the server scores a point and will then serve again
from the alternate service court.

c. If the receiver wins a rally, the receiver scores a point and becomes the new
server. They serve from the appropriate service court – left if the score is odd and
right if it is even.

3. Serving Order - Doubles

a. A team will only have one player serve, per “service”.

b. At the beginning of the game and when the score is even (0,2,4,6, etc.) the
server serves from the right service court. When it is odd (1,3,5,7, etc.) the server
serves from the left service court.

c. If the serving side wins a rally, the serving side scores a point and the same
server serves again from the alternate service court.

d. If the receiving side wins a rally, the receiving side scores a point. The
receiving side becomes the new serving side.

e. The players do not change their respective service courts until they win a point
when their side is serving.

4.The winners of the first game serve first in the next game.

5. Shuttle falling on the lines are considered good.

6. During a rally, a bird that touches the net and goes over is in play.

7. A fault (violation of rules) occurs if:

a. On the service, any part of the racket head is higher than the server’s wrist and
contact is made above the waist.
b. The service fails to cross the net or go into the proper service court.
c. The feet of the server and receiver are not in the proper courts at time of
service.
d. The server hesitates or stops (feint/balk) the service motion or misses the bird.
e. The improper receiver returns the bird on the serve.
f. A bird hit into the net, under the net, against the wall or ceiling is out-of-bounds.
g. A player hits the bird before it crosses the net.

h. The bird touches a player or clothing.

i. The player touches the net while the bird is in play.
j. The bird is hit twice in succession by one/both partners.
k. The bird is held, caught, or carried on the racket when struck.

Vision
By 2040,
 l. A player obstructs an opponent.

8. Let (a play allowed to be replayed)

a. The bird becomes caught in or on the net after passing over the net.
b. The bird hits the basketball supports or net.
c. The following situations occur before the next serve and if the offending side
wins the rally:

1.The correct server serves from the wrong court.

2. The wrong server serves from either the correct/incorrect service court.
3. The correct receiver receives in the wrong court.

Scoring

1.Rally scoring allows for a point to be won by either team regardless of which
team is serving.

2. Both singles and doubles games are won with 21 points.

3.The side winning a rally adds a point to their score.

4. At 20 all, the side that gains a 2 point lead first, wins that game.

5. At 29 all, the side scoring the 30th point wins that game.

6. In the third game of singles and doubles, players change sides when a side
scores
11 points.

7. A match is won by winning two out of three games.

Safety/Etiquette

1. Keep a firm grip on the racket.

2. Be careful not to hit your partner with the racket.

3. Stay in your own court to avoid the possibility of collision with other players.

4. Stop play if other players enter your court.

5. Wait until there is a stop in the action to retrieve a bird from another court.

6. Be aware of the walls and the net posts.

7. Before play, agree on the boundaries and determine the first server.

8. Players call their own lines; replay the point if in doubt.

9. Shake hands after the game/match.

Vision
By 2040,
WMSU
is a Smart Research
 MOBILE LEGENDS: BANG BANG

Mechanics and Guidelines

Team Formation

Each team is required to maintain the following during the entirety of the game:

1. One (1) General Manager (required),

2. One (1) Head Coach (optional)
3. Five (5) Players
For their starting lineup (“Starters”)
4. At least one (1) and a maximum of five (5) substitute players (“Substitute”).
The minimum requirement for each team to legitimately function in the game is to
maintain at least five (5) starter players and one (1) substitute, along with a
manager and coach.
5. Selecting a player can be both male and female.

TOURNAMENT FORMAT

1. Each team will play ONE BO3s with the other three (3) teams.
2. The ranking of the competition will be determined by points.
3. Three (3) win means 3 points, 2 wins mean 2 points, and 1 win means 1 point.
4. If the standings are one team has 3 points, one team has 2 points and two teams
have 1 point each. The top 2 teams will be automatically fighting for
championship.
5. If the standing are one 3 points, teams have 2 points, and one team has 1 point.
The team who got 3 points will be waiting for the championship match. The two
teams that have 2 points will be fighting for a championship slot.

CHESS

Mechanics

1. Every team should consist of a single player for girls and for boys.
2. The competition will comprise 4 sets of games.
3. The “touch-move” rule will be enforced.
4. The 2 victorious players from each match will proceed to the championship
round, while the 2 defeated players will compete for the third place.

LARONG LAHI

A. Patintero

Mechanics:
Vision
By 2040,
WMSU
is a Smart Research
University
generating
 1. To start the game, all Passers must go and try crossing the rectangle back and
forth without being touched by any of the Guards.
2. If anyone succeed, they score 1 point for their team.
3. If a Passer fails as he got tagged, he is out of the game and have to wait until
the next turn.
4. If a Guard tagged a Passer without having his two feet on his line, then it does
not count.
5. Once all Passers have finished (either won or lost), the teams switch roles
(Passers become Guards, and Guards become Passers) for a new turn to start and
complete the round.

B. Luksong Tinik

Mechanics:

1. Each team designates a leader, the nanay (mother), while the rest of the players
are called anak (children).
2. The players chosen to be nanay are usually the ones who can jump the highest.
3. The game involves players sitting on the ground and other players jumping
over parts of their body.

C. Tug of War

Mechanics:

1. An equal number of players (15 players each team) pick up each end of the
rope.
2.The players begin tugging the rope when the referee gives the signal.
3. Each player pulls backwards as hard as they can.
4. The teams continue pulling until the center of the rope (tape mark) crosses
where the referee is standing.
5. The game ends when the referee declares one team has successfully pulled the
past the center.

D. Luksong Lubid

Mechanics:

1. The game is traditionally played with two individuals swinging a rope in a

Vision circle while players take turns jumping while singing or chanting.
2. If a player is out to the rhythm of the steps hereby hitting the rope, the next
By 2040,
player will take turn while the loser will be the one to swing the rope.
WMSU
is a Smart Research
University E. Slipper Game Mechanics:
generating
competent 1. The pitcher will throw the slipper (just like the baseball game)
professionals
and global citizens
engendered by the
knowledge
from sciences
 2. If the striker can strike or kick the slipper to the back of the pitcher without
catching of the catcher and make it home run, 1 point is given for the team.
3. But if you can’t strike the slipper 3 times, it is totally one point down, until 3
times of none strike.
4. But if the catcher catch the slipper strike by the striker the point is given to the
catcher team.

HOW TO WIN THE GAME: Each players must be finish with home run with the
total score of the team of 6 point. If the team has finally got 6 points, the game is
over.

MR. & MS. PALARO 2024

Guidelines and Mechanics
A. Guidelines
1. The candidates per team must be a bona-fide students of Western Mindanao
State University Tungawan External Campus (WMSU).

2. Candidates must not be part of the mentioned organizations which are USC
President, Vice-President and Senators, BEED Department President and GAD
President.

3. Each team must only have one male and one female representative for the
pageant. The team shall be responsible for handling and screening the
candidates in accordance to the rules and guidelines set by the organizers.

4. The candidates must be present during the rehearsal and shall have three
coordinators (one make-up artist and only two assistants) who will accompany
the candidates during their scheduled pageant.

5. The organizing committee has the right to call the attention of the candidates in
cases of any untoward behavior that would cause disturbance of the scheduled
activity.

6. The candidates will compete in the following categories:

Vision
i. Production Number
By 2040, ii. School wear Competition
WMSU iii. Talent Competition
is a Smart Research
iv. Sportswear Competition
University
v. Evening Gown and Formal Attire Competition
generating
competent
professionals
and global citizens B. Mechanics
engendered by the
PRODUCTION NUMBER
knowledge
from sciences 1. The candidates will perform in pairs, they will be wearing Palaro T-shirts
and liberal that match the color of their team. Female candidates will be wearing
education, shorts and denim pants for the male candidates. Female candidates may
empowering want to consider innovating their Palaro T-shirt.
communities,
and promoting
peace, harmony,
and cultural
diversity.
 2. Candidates will introduce themselves with the following; name, age, team,
short quotes with relevance to the event.
3. Points breakdown for the production number will be as follow:
Criteria for the Production Number

Bearing – 30%

Stage Presence – 30%

Projection and Delivery – 30%

Audience Impact – 10%

TALENT PORTION
1. The presentation is in a pair form, but they can have back up dancer’s if
they want.
2. This portion is limited to a maximum of three to four minutes per
contestant.
3. Contestants are not able to wear and to use harmful props/materials which
can harm them and other people. They can wear whatever they feel
comfortable in performing their talent.
4. Points breakdown for the talent portion will be as follows:
Criteria for the Talent Portion

Stage Presence – 20%

Mastery – 40%

Uniqueness – 30%

Audience Impact – 10%

Vision
By 2040, SCHOOL WEAR COMPETITION
WMSU
is a Smart Research 1. The candidates shall wear the complete uniform of WMSU right after the
University talent portion.
generating 2. Candidates are allowed to bring props with them (e.g. books, bag, watch)
competent that is relevant to the school wear.
professionals 3. Points breakdown for the school wear competition will be as follows:
and global citizens
engendered by the Criteria for the School Uniform
knowledge
from sciences
and liberal Correctness of uniform – 40%
education,
empowering Poise and Bearing – 25%
communities, Stage Presence – 25%
and promoting
peace, harmony, Audience impact – 10%
and cultural
diversity.

Mission
WMSU
 SPORTSWEAR COMPETITION
1. The candidates can wear any sport attire that represent their chosen sport
and may bring props with them.
2. Contestants are not able to wear and to use harmful props/materials which
can harm them and other people.
3. The candidates shall showcase and execute how their chosen sport
function.
4. Points breakdown for the sportswear competition will be as follows:

Criteria for the Sports Attire

Figure – 30%
Sport Identity – 20%
Poise and Bearing – 40%
Overall Impact – 10%

EVENING GOWN AND FORMAL ATTIRE COMPETITION

1. Gowns and formal wear of each candidates will be provided by their team.
2. Delegates must carry themselves with dignity, grace, poise and elegance.
Vision 3. Judges will not be evaluating the cost or designer label of the gown, but
By 2040, rather how well it suits the delegate (e.g., fit, color, style) as well as
WMSU delegate’s on-stage presentation.
is a Smart Research 4. Contestants will follow a runway pattern when modeling. Judges will be
University made aware of the pattern.
generating 5. Points breakdown for the sportswear competition will be as follows:
competent
professionals Criteria for Evening Gown and Formal Attire
and global citizens
engendered by the Elegance – 20%
knowledge
from sciences
Suitability and Body Proportion – 30%
and liberal
education,
empowering Poise and Bearing – 40%
communities,
and promoting Stage Appeal – 10%
peace, harmony,
and cultural
diversity. QUESTION AND ANSWER PORTION
1. In the Q&A section, scores for each category are tallied. 50% from the
Mission other exposures and 50% in the Q&A Portion will be the basis of the
crowning of Mr. and Ms. Palaro 2024.
WMSU
commits to create
a vibrant
atmosphere
of learning
 2. The degree to which the candidates answer with assurance, pertinence to
the question, and intelligence will be the basis for their rating.
3. Points breakdown for the Question and Answer Portion will be as follows:
Criteria for Question and Answer

Content of the answer – 40%

Eloquence and Projection – 20%

Wittiness – 30%

Overall Impact – 10%

Special Awards
After the Sportswear competition, special awards will be handed out (Male and
Vision Female).
By 2040, a. People’s Choice award
WMSU b. Mr. and Ms. Photogenic award
is a Smart Research c. Best in Production number award
University d. Best in Talent
generating e. Best in School wear
competent f. Best in Sport
professionals g. Best in Evening Gown/ Formal Attire
and global citizens h. Mr. and Ms. Catwalk
engendered by the
i. Body Beautiful award
knowledge
j. Darling of the crowd
from sciences
and liberal k. Face of the Night award
education, l. Mr. and Ms. Winsome Smile
empowering
communities, Major Awards
and promoting
peace, harmony, After the question and answer portion, major awards will be handed out (Male
and cultural and Female).
diversity.
a. Third runner up (Male and Female)
b. Second runner up (Male and Female)
Mission c. First runner up (Male and Female)
d. Mr. and Ms. Palaro 2024
WMSU
commits to create
a vibrant
atmosphere Bracketing
of learning Basketball (Round Robin)
where science,
technology, Black vs. Blue
innovation,
research, the arts Black vs. Gray
and humanities,
and community
engagement flourish
and produce world-
 Black vs. Maroon
Blue vs. Gray
Gray vs. Maroon
Blue vs. Maroon
Volleyball, Badminton, Chess (Double Elimination)
Blue vs. Gray
Black vs. Maroon
Win to Win
Lose to Lose

Points breakdown of every game:

Team Sports:
Vision Champion – 20
By 2040,
2nd Placer – 15
WMSU
is a Smart Research 3rd Placer – 10
University
generating 4th Placer – 5
competent
professionals
and global citizens Dual Sports:
engendered by the
knowledge Champion – 15
from sciences
2nd Placer – 10
and liberal
education, 3rd Placer – 7
empowering
communities, 4th Placer – 5
and promoting
peace, harmony,
and cultural Individual Sports:
diversity.
Champion – 7.5
2nd Placer – 5
Mission
3rd Placer – 3.5
WMSU
commits to create 4th Placer – 2.5
a vibrant
atmosphere
of learning
Mr. & Ms. Palaro – 25 – 25
where science,
technology, 1st Runner Up – 20 -20
innovation,
research, the arts 2nd Runner Up – 15-15
and humanities,
3rd Runner Up – 10 - 10
and community
engagement flourish
and produce world-
class professionals
committed to
sustainable
development and
 Please be guided accordingly.

Dholmarie B. Amoran
President, USC
Vision WMSU – Tungawan External Campus
By 2040,
WMSU
is a Smart Research
University Noted by:
generating
Patricia Anne J. Ammad, MAEd
competent
professionals Adviser, USC
and global citizens
engendered by the
knowledge Approved by:
from sciences
and liberal Nosca Bonna Ar D. Taasin, MA
education, Campus Administrator
empowering
communities,
and promoting
peace, harmony,
and cultural
diversity.

Mission
WMSU
commits to create
a vibrant
atmosphere
of learning
where science,
technology,
innovation,
research, the arts
and humanities,
and community
engagement flourish
and produce world-
class professionals
committed to
sustainable
development and
peace.