A cold wind breeze swept the bustling Southern Leyte State University-Maasin City Campus as the sun rose on March 3, 2025. This is because Paunhanay 2025 has finally arrived! This fun run not only promised the run for a dose of healthy exercise, but also the fun as the students that were once clad in pristine white soon became canvases of prism colors and laughter.

From seasoned runners to casual joggers, playful squeals and cheers for those who enjoyed the colors, and those who avoid being painted, rang through the roads of Maasin City. With bated breaths, they dashed through the familiar route: from the Sea Wall to the Mercury Drug Store, with refreshing waters available at every station.

As runners crossed the finish line, the once pristine students became a beautiful mess of hues in harmony. A burst of pink here and a splash of orange there, not only were their dresses became unrecognizable, their faces were no better. A kaleidoscope of colors erupted as participants grooved to the upbeat zumba music at the campus quadrangle.

But of course, this running won’t end with just sweats and wet dyed shirts. The excitement shifted to the top performers of this activity. Those who crossed the finish line ahead among others were recognized for their outstanding achievements.

Here are the best runners of this fun run!

Students Male Category:

1st  :    John Dickerson Paler

2nd :   Joelito Ruiz, Jr.

3rd :   Ariel Negrosa

Students Female Category:

1st   :   Shery Lou Arañez

2nd  :   Charismae Peras

3rd   :  Venus Bolando

 Employee Male Category:

1st    :   Jomar Gesto

2nd   :  Albert Alico

3rd    :  Christian Dapo

Employee Female Category:

1st    :   Miguela Comiling

2nd   :   Trisha Mae Llagas

3rd    :   Mauriz Claire Borres

Congratulations runners!

And that ends Paunhanay 2025! With deep breaths, the run ended with a collective sighs of satisfaction. 

This prologue offered a kick-start of the campus day activities. Not only did Paunhanay 2025 bring fun and exercise,  it also fostered camaraderie as students, regardless if they are acquaintances of not, they all shared this colorful experience. 

Though the students were exhausted, their spirits remained energetic because they know that this was only the beginning. The real fun has yet to come, and this fueled their anticipation of it’s arrival.

(via| Kimberly S. Estela| Pulse)