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Core Values
The University shall abide by and adhere
to its commitment to the Tenets of:
Lecture 3. University Tenets, Himno de ▪ Truth
Cavite and CvSU Hymn ▪ Excellence
▪ Service

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The University Colors The University Seal

Cavite State University shall adopt Green
and Gold as its official colors.

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The shape of the seal shall be a square

with one-third of one of its angles cut to
form its base. It shall assume the shape of a
space capsule. The dominant colors of the
University seal are Green and Gold.
The words “Cavite State University”,
“Cavite”, “Philippines”, “1906” are written
in gold against a dark green background
around the periphery of the seal.

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The CvSU seal is composed of four

important interactive elements that
represent the vision, thrusts, and the
programs of the University:
▪ The book with torch at the center of the
seal symbolizes knowledge and wisdom. It
also represents education, the humanities
and other social science programs of the
University.

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▪ The coffee twig with ripe berries at the

right hand side of the book with torch
symbolizes the major agricultural thrusts of
the Province of Cavite. It also represents
the agriculture and related programs of the
University.

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▪ The gear at the bottom of the book with

torch symbolizes engineering and
technology programs of the University
while the atomic structure at the left hand
side of the book with torch represents the
science programs, and more importantly,
the scientific research undertakings of the
University.

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▪ The flame of the torch is designed as

“CvSU” which is the adopted acronym of
the Cavite State University. The flame
symbolizes the enduring and everlasting
flame that will guide the University in its
search for truth.

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The figure 1906 placed below was the
year CvSU had its humble beginnings as an
intermediate school established in Indang,
Cavite.
The background for all elements is light
green.
The trilogy of functions of the University,
which are instruction, research and
extension, are symbolized by the over-all
triangular shape of the seal.
Seal and colors of colleges and branch
campuses
Colleges in the main campus and branch
campuses may adopt their respective seals
and colors recommended by the
Administrative Council and approved by the
Board. The seal configuration however,
shall not deviate from the overall
configuration of the University Seal which is
a square with one of its angles cut to form
the base.

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“Laya at Diwa” - CvSU Historical Landmark This brass artwork carries the
University’s ideals of TRUTH,
EXCELLENCE and SERVICE. There are
five basic elements in the artwork together
with the symbolic figures and meanings.

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• The unchained female figure, holding a

book, represents the empowered Filipina
woman. She is beauty personified and
today’s contemporary woman – a mother,
a nurturer, an educator, and a humble
servant to humanity.

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• The male figure with pen and torch

represents the dignified Filipino father –
strong, prominent, dignified and excellent
in his field of endeavor besides being
portrayed as persistent searcher of truth.
The flame of the torch carries the letters
CvSU for Cavite State University – serving
as the guiding light of his noble quest. The
interlocked arms of the man and the
woman signifies unity of purpose and
directions.

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• The child figure, in dynamic pose standing

on top of the pillar and reaching out a
dove, represents the youth in general and
recognized as the proverbial hope of the
future that needs molding and nurturing.
The dove symbolizes peace and freedom.

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• The central pillar symbolizes growth and

development. It represents Filipino’s
common aspiration for an improved quality
of life – a kind of life with equity, peace,
justice and harmony. The pillar is ever
growing, directed higher but always deeply
rooted in history as depicted by the murals
on the sides of the base.

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• The murals show the important historical

events that took place in the province of
Cavite and throughout the Philippines and
portray events showing Filipino’s life and
spirit under imperial Spain and other
colonizers including their continuing
struggle for freedom and independence.

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The entire artwork is mounted on a CvSU “Laya at Diwa” is a creation of the

logo - shaped base to served as a fitting
reminder to the entire CvSU community of
its great responsibility to remain faithful to
the University’s vision and mission and to
hold sacred its tenets of TRUTH,
EXCELLENCE and SERVICE.
Castrillos of Imus, Cavite, led and
supervised by Jonnel P. Castrillo. This also
reflects the vision and determination of Dr.
Ruperto S. Sangalang, the CvSU President
at that time, to transform the University into
a truly global university. It was inaugurated
on December 15, 2006 by Hon. Senator
Edgardo J. Angara, on the occasion of the
University’s centenary celebration.

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Himno de Cavite
Bayang Cavite aking mahal
Laging patnubay ng Maykapal
Sa yakap mo ay langit ang buhay
At laging makulay
May isang Siglo na ang nagdaan
Bayan mong Kawit at kung saan
Ay isinilang ang kalayaan
Ang lahat ay nagdiwang
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CvSU Hymn
Hail Alma Mater Dear
CvSU all the way through
Seat of hope that we dream of
Under the sky so blue
Verdant fields God’s gift to you
Open our lives a new
Oh, our hearts, our hands, our minds, too
In your bossom thrive and grow.
Seeds of hope are now in bloom
Vigilant sons to you have sworn
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Himno de Cavite
Cavite, Cavite lagi ka sa puso ko
Cavite, Cavite buhay ko’y handog sa iyo
Kung maapi lakas ko’y laan
Ang maglingkod sayo’y kay gaan
Cavite, Cavite lalawigan kong Mahal
Mahal kita Cavite
Tangi lang sa Maykapal
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CvSU Hymn
To CvSU our faith goes on
Cradle of hope and bright vision.
These sturdy arms that care
Are the nation builders
Blessed with strength and power
To our Almighty we offer.
We Pray for CvSU
God’s Blessing be with you
You’re the master, we’re the builders
CvSU leads forever.