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🧬✨ SPUI BS Biology Students Participate in the 20th BIOTA Regional Quiz Bowl and Research Competition

Students from the BS Biology program of St. Paul University Iloilo proudly represented the university at the 20th BIOTA Regional Quiz Bowl and Research Competition organized by the Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA-Phil). The event was held on March 6–7, 2026 at West Visayas State University in La Paz, Iloilo City.

Representing SPUI in the Research Competition🔬 was Edwin G. Nonato Jr., a fresh graduate of BS Biology, who presented his undergraduate research on the first day of the event. His participation highlighted the research capability and academic training of SPUI Biology graduates.

Competing in the Quiz Bowl🧠 were John Mark Esquera, a 4th-year BS Biology student, and Nico Galele, a 2nd-year BS Biology student. The duo competed alongside 19 other teams from different institutions across the region and demonstrated strong knowledge, teamwork, and enthusiasm for the biological sciences. 🌿

Accompanying the participants was their coach, Mr. Arthur Paniergo, a science faculty member who guided and prepared the students for the competition. Also present to show their support were Mrs. Merle Ann Tajolosa, CASE Dean and BS Biology Program Chair, and Diadem Pearl Taclahan, a fellow BS Biology student.

Their participation reflects the dedication of SPUI’s BS Biology community in promoting academic excellence, scientific curiosity, and active engagement in scientific events. 🌱🔬

Still experiencing Last CASEtival Syndrome? 👀💚
Don’t worry, Bio fam! Cellula’s here to keep the memories alive! 🧬✨
From laughter during games to moments of teamwork and pure bio energy, Cellula surely made its mark at CASEtival 2025! 🌿💥
Let’s look back and relive the fun, one cellfie at a time! 📸🔬




📸: Riena Christal Shin
Athea Margareth Alcazaren
✍️: R. Shin

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