Published March 20, 2026 by Ivan Howard Sumauang
From last year’s peak in paper contests, the Innovator publications still ablaze after hauling five major awards in the paper category of the 21st Luzonwide Higher Education Press Conference (LHEPC) held at the NGN Gran Pavilion Hotel on March 17 to 19, 2026.
Leading the triumphs, The CSU Innovator newsletter earned 2nd Best News Page and 10th Best Sports Page, maintaining its strong showing in the same categories from last year’s competition. The accolades were conferred from a pool of 68 entries from across Luzon.
The Valena Bulletin tabloid continued its streak of excellence, taking home 6th Best News Page and 9th Best Editorial Page.
Meanwhile, The Valena Mug, the publication’s official magazine, clinched 8th Best Development Communication Page, standing out among 74 competing entries.
With this latest haul, the Innovator publications reaffirm their commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership in campus journalism