Stallions Pabuya Awards cap MMSU’s 48th Founding Anniversary

By Jedd Bryant Boado

Student performers from various colleges of Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) took center stage during the Stallions Pabuya Awards on January 30 at the College of Law Grounds, wrapping up the university’s month-long celebration of its 48th Founding Anniversary.

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) and the College of Dentistry (COD) emerged as champions after clinching the Best Storyline Award for their production, “Ang Tanghalan 2026: M.M.S.U. The Musical.” The win extended CAS’s strong performance in foundation celebrations, following its first-place finish during the 46th Founding Anniversary in 2024. The College of Teacher Education (CTE) secured second place, while the Laboratory High School (LHS)–Batac placed third.

Special awards were also conferred on several university units. The Laboratory Elementary School (LES) was named Darling of the Crowd, while the Most Punctual Award went to LHS–Laoag. LHS–Batac received the Best Team Spirit Award, and the Graduate School earned the Most Remarkable Diversity Award. Meanwhile, the College of Business, Economics, and Accountancy (CBEA) won the Most Outstanding Audience Interaction Award, while the College of Agriculture, Food, and Sustainable Development (CAFSD), together with the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), received the Most Harmonious Performance Award.

Additional recognitions were given to select colleges, including Most Polished Talent Performance for the College of Aquatic Science and Applied Technology (CASAT), Most Creative College Identity Showcase for the College of Computing and Information Sciences (CCIS), Best Mass Dance for the College of Teacher Education (CTE), Best Live Band for the College of Industrial Technology (CIT), Best Music for the College of Engineering, and Most Creative Invitation Program for the College of Health Sciences (CHS).

The Stallions Pabuya is one of the many activities lined up for MMSU’s 48th Foundation Day, featuring student performances such as band numbers, dances, and stand-up comedy skits. Other activities conducted include the Pista sa Nayon, Stallions Film Fest, and Stallions Got Talent, held from January 13 to 30.