CASSayuran June-October 2012

CASS Places 1st during Palakasan 2012 Quiz Bowl

by Jessica W. Baculio

The College of Arts and Social Sciences had proven that they can be on top when the College's Quiz Bowl team composed of Davey Joy Pactores, fourth year BS Psychology; John Enrico Peñaroya, third year AB Political Science; and Joseph Carmelo Po, fourth year AB Sociology won 1st place in the Palakasan 2012 Quiz Bowl besting other teams.

CASS Quiz Bowl Team exerted a lot of cooperation, teamwork and knowledge which helped them make it through from the Elimiation and up to the Difficult Round against the seven other competitive colleges.

CASS Quiz Bowl Team (photo credits by John Enrico Peñaroya)

In an interview, Ms. Davey Joy Pactores honestly admitted on behalf of their team that they had seen CED-IDS and COE as great rivals in the said competition.

She had also stated that their key answer that made them get through the Elimination Round was “Capsaicin” which is the answer to the question “What is the chemical substance that makes chili spicy?”Quiz Bowl competition, along with the Chamber Theater, were the highlights of this year's Literary Events for Palakasan 2012, with its theme, “MSU-IIT: Going Beyond Borders. Scaled Up.”

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What Every CASS Arachnid Should Know

by Eunice Divine E. Aldamero

by Steffi Dawn C. Ilagan

“Kailangan nating magkaisa at pag- anxious as he got to know the other contestants. The world is a pool of questions. We wonder why things are like these and like that. Because of this, we ibayuhin ang ating lakas at talino upang muling Jacob revealed that one of his opponents told him tend to fall into the pit of curiosity. By being curious, our minds get to want more. They become open to new things and new ways of seeing things. We get to discover interesting things and reveal the truths paliitin ang mundo, upang muling paglapitin ang that he had joined competition such as the that lie upon these. mga tao.”

Talumpati and won second place while another The line was from the winning speech opponent also shared that he won third place.

As an Arachnid, have you ever t he symbol of a spider. delivered by April Al Ian T. Jacob, first year AB Hearing those made Jacob feel more nervous but It was in the school year 2001wondered how we came to be called as English student during the Talumpati Competition he comforted himself; “Akong gibutang sa akong 2002 that the wall-climbing sport became a Arachnids?

Did it ever cross your mind that in the last Palakasan on August 28 at CSM mind nga- uy, Ian, seven minutes ra ka fad in the Palakasan. CASS, being the college there is an amazing story behind this?

Lecture Hall. With the theme, “Lumiliit na mundo, magyama-yama dadto. Give your best.” who bears the names of the champion of the Scientifically speaking, arachnids lumalawak na talino, nagkakaisang mga tao,” And with those self-comforting words, Jacob amazed the audience and the judges with Jacob managed to impress the judges Ms. are easily distinguished from other insects said sport event, was in the mainstream for his appealing charm as he delivered the piece Pamela Dalman and Mr. Jose Monipe Calisagan because of the fact that they have four pairs winning in the national scene with top 10 written by Prof. German V. Gervacio of the from St. Michael's College and Ms. Janet of legs apart from the other groups of insects ranks as well as in the Asian X-Games.

Department of Filipino and Other Languages.

Agustina from Philippine Science High School. which only have six legs or three pairs. Different wall climbing teams of MSU-IIT Jacob started his speech by singing The judges rated the contestants according to the Because of this actuality, some of us may adopted names such as that of Lizards and about how little spiders are. From then on, he content of the speech, organization, diction, underestimate the name itself or find it Amphibians. This was during Gov. Jagie captivated everyone in the room especially the projection, and voice quality. simple and ordinary as to be compared with Giganto's administration with his Vice judges which made them give him the scores of “I think I moved them. I could see it in the other college's symbolic representations: Governor, Ezra Macaraeg. It was also very 100 – 100 – 99 ensuring him the title of being the their eyes. Makita man jud na sa mata kung unsa Lynx, Phoenix, Tigers, Dragons, Griffins, impressive because 30-40% of the elected Champion for Talumpati 2012. imong gipasabot. Kailangan jud ma-feel sa and appointed officers of the CASS-EC at “It feels great to be the first knowing imong audience ang imong gisulti,” Jacob said Sharks, and Wolves, which all sound that I am only a freshman,” Jacob said in an when asked if he was successful in moving his prevailing. But mind you, here's a story that time are wall-climbers and even the behind the name “Arachnids” and how it all previous governor, Cyrus Silva, was also a interview. He expressed his gratitude to God and audience. to his mentors who supported him from the very Jacob shares his glory to the entire started. If you're a CASS Arachnid, this is wall-climber.

“The CASS Arachnids, was first start. “My advantage is that I have God in student body of CASS. “This is for CASS. Kanang something that you should know and be very myheart and I have excellent mentors. Ma'am ing-ani nga mga event dapat CASS jud ang mag- proud of. used by the climbing team of CASS, since, Marina Quilab, Ma'am Mariejoy Banawa, Sir champion.”

So, we have names involved. during that time wall climbing was part of the German Gervacio, and together with other Jacob was followed by the contestants Former CASS students Executive Council Palakasan. It was also the time wherein wall teachers. All of them helped me,” shared Jacob. from the College of Science and Mathematics Governor KL Castro from year 2004-2005 climbing was at its prime, of which I am to page 10 During the competition, Jacob was and Jelai Abecia, a board member from year proud to be a member. It was my idea 2003-2005 said that it started during the together with the support of the CASS-EC CASS Studes Bag Prizes in Iligan Blogging Contest time that CASS would always be the officers to adopt a unifying name, a symbol

by Amie Rose M. Lacaya champion in the wall climbing event of that will identify the CASS students and a to page 8 Associated with high quality outputs of The Iligan Blogging Contest was Palakasan and the climbers were carrying writing and with a stable stint in blogging, Lewey Jimoya, a third year AB English student won the 2nd prize in the recently concluded Iligan Blogging Contest. In the same contest, Razaleigh Kate P. Jumawan, a fourth year BS Psychology student also won the consolation prize.

Lewey, who owns leweyjimoya.com, submitted his entry entitled “The Iligan Experience.” It talked about the enormous experience that Iligan has offered him in the last six years and the things that make him proud of Iligan. Jumawan on the other hand, a regular blogger in tumblr.com, submitted her entry entitled “Nice Meeting You Once Again, Iligan City!” which talked about what distinguishes her little adventures in Iligan City and how she appreciated the goodness of the Iliganons.

organized by the Iligan Blogger's Society Inc. (IBS) with the aim of promoting the “bests” of Iligan City not just to the Philippines but to the rest of the world. The Iligan Blogging Contest was launched on June 16 and officially closed on August 15 2012, gathering a total of 34 qualified entries throughout the Philippines and even from UAE and USA. Other winners of the said contest are Valynn Katrine Mag-usara, In Focus: Iligan City, Her Lures and More, first prize; Eileen Campos, My 7 Memories of Iligan City, third prize; Johnson Badawi, It's more fun in Iligan City!, Aldrin Loyola, Experience the Merging of Natural Beauty and Rich Culture – Experience Iligan City Like Never Before! to page 10

2002 CASS Cheerleading Team (photo credits by Dennis Imperial)

2 CASS Days Open with Hoots and Bangs

by Marjorie V. Dalugdugan Arachnids gather on the College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) grounds on August 23, 2011 for the annual celebration of its founding week. The first semester of the school year has been the mark for the college's yearly inter-ground competitions for the different societies within the CASS Bowl.

This year's college days opened with crowds cheering for their respected societies.

With the theme “CASSikatan: Higher Than Any Other,” the celebration officially started with a foot parade accompanied by cheers, hoots and bangs of the drums. Led by the Executive Council and their marching band, the parade moved from the college grounds going out for the university and the community to behold. The queue for the societies was then led by the Filipino Society

(KAPILAS BAYAN), History Society, Psychology.

Society, Sociology Society, AB English Organization (ABEO), General Education Program a n d t h e P o l i t i c a l S c i e n c e S o c i e t y.

Each society not only showcased their cheering skills but also their creativity with their colorful arcs. These arcs were made with recyclable materials as part of the EC's aim to make the college greener. From bamboos to plastic bottles and abanikos, the students' part of the parade surely made their props colorful and environmentally aware.

The morning ended with a cheer off among the different societies who participated.

Showing off their best and loudest cheers and yells, the CASSikatan events then proceeded.

FLIPTOP enters CASS Literary Events

by Danica T. Vallejo CASS hits a milestone as it launched its first FLIPTOP's Free Style Rap battle competition last July 27, 2012 at the CASS lobby as one of the this year's CASS Days literary events. This recent trend battle of the mouth and mind is most likely a combination of debate, rap, and balagtasan, thus it is usually dubbed as the “Makabagong Balagtasan.”

Free Style Rap Battle was fearlessly participated by the seven societies namely the AB English Organization, General Education Student Organization, Historical Society, Kapilas-Bayan, Political Science Society, Psychology Society and the Sociological Society.

With the known nature of the game the CASS-EC made its own version of the battle and called it, “FLIPTOP Sanitized Version.” CASS's version upholds the rule of no cuss words allowed to avoid conicts after the competition and to promote camaraderie among one another.

The competitors were teamed in two groups with two members each, trying to out rhyme and outwit one another with heavy teasing punch lines with the various themes in every round. In the first round the theme was edukasyon; politico was the theme for the second round and the final theme was lipunan.

Yells and cheers filled the CASS lounge as the competitors gathered and faced each other. After five rounds the Historical Society and tthe Psychological Society stood in the end.

To determine the ultimate winner, a one-on-one battle between Historical Society represented by Dominic Reyes and Raphael Purganan and Psychological Society represented

by Miko Jude Baterna and Pierre Randall Sansarona was commenced.

“Asa atong kalaban, ay tuara!” was height of their opponents. This later on was outwitted by Sansarosa saying “akala ko ba walang laitan, pero bakit mo nilait ang aming height?” One sure hit also was delivered by Baterna, “…kayo alam niyo bah ang history ng history?” a line that gathered so much reactions from the audiences especially from history majors.

As the competitors become superb with their lines, so did the students cheering for them, discounting the societies they belong to.

And as expected, punch lines somehow made everyone seemed to explode but Sansarona reminded everyone with hisline, “Sa FlipTop walang pikunan;” the game's virtue which serve as the basic rule of the game.

At the end of the final round the three judges, Raymund Garcia, Charlie Checa and Noel Opema, came up with a score of 88 for both teams, making way for a tie-breaker where no theme bounded the words of the competitors; it was a free-style match.

Another Leap for Psych Majors

by Amie Rose M. Lacaya

As the Keynote Speaker for the 2nd Pinning & Moving-Up Ceremony of the Department of Psychology, Dr. Sukarno Tanggol's words “I salute you for excellently doing your best in extending help with Sendong psychosocial support programs” jived with the ceremony's theme: Strengthening Psychology Through Psychosocial Support Services last September 22, held at the Grand Ballroom Hall, Elena Tower Inn. The program started with a processional march for the Senior Psychology Students with their parents, followed by the department faculty, CASS Dean and the Chancellor. The program then advanced to the invocation, singing of the national anthem and university hymn. The Opening Remarks was given by Prof. Nora A. Clar who emphasized the 1st Psychology Board Exam and that the batch 2013 should do their best inorder to gain the top ranks of the said exam. It was then followed by an introduction of the keynote speaker by Prof.

Odessa May D. Escalona.

The Pinning and Moving-up Ceremony proper proceeded after the keynote speech of Dr. Sukarno Tanggol. Forty-nine Senior Psychology Students received their nameplate and pin as a symbol of the rite of passage for Psychology

Students to practice as Professionals.

The pin also represents the institution where they earned their professional education.

The distribution of Achievement Awards to students who exhibited exemplary performance in the academics and nonacademic aspects followed. The Psychology Pledge was led by Class Salutatorian, Faith O. Lubguban. On the other hand, the Student Response was given by the Class Valedictorian, May Lourdes O. Lindayao, of when she shared the Japanese Proverb “Fall seven times and stand up eight” at the end of her message.

Cake slicing and Wine Toasting was initiated by Razaleigh Kate P. Jumawan and Aljun B. Presillas. This symbolizes the batch's official act as an initiate into the professional world. The slicing and eating together of the cake symbolize each student's lives intertwined together as they officially enter into their internship in psychology." The Closing Remarks was given by the Psychology Department Chairperson, Dr. Alma G. Maranda.

The Senior Psychology Students rendered their rendition of the Inspirational Song “WIN” by Brian McKnight as their official batch song. The program was hosted by Prof. Erik C. to page 10

ABEO Reigns Cultural Night

by Beauty AB English Organization (ABEO) successfully garnered the Champion spot during the CASS Cultural Night held on July 26, 2012 at the MSU-IIT Gymnasium. ABEO won first place in three of the four events during the cultural night namely Vocal Trio, Doble Kara and Pop Dance; they ranked fifth in Wanna Be. ABEO representatives Casteelyn Bacera, Garshane Apales, and Jovelyn Hanna Reyes performed I Have Nothing by Whitney Houston for the Vocal Trio category. Michael Lagura performed the Phantom of the Opera for the Doble Kara and Hannah Jennica Ello imitated Katy Perry.

Kapilas-Bayan participants, Princess Lebumtavil, Jessal Pagalan, and Eric Jungao, rendered Christina Perri's Jar of Hearts in Vocal Trio. In Wanna Be, they imitated 2ne1's I am the Best. Political Science Society representatives, Eborah Montejo, Vifelyn Canoy, and Honey Alquiza performed Total Eclipse of the heart for Vocal Trio. In Wanna Be, Carl Kelvin Sapio imitated Where have you been by Rihanna., and in the Doble Kara category, Alcher Migrino sang Pa s a y a w a Ko D a y.

Sheena Actub, Josie Lawas, and Khemma Reambonanza, who are from the Historical Society proudly sang Lady

C. Serino Marmalade for the Vocal Trio category, while Chrisjoe Morales sang Forever in the Doble Kara.

In Wanna Be, Jessica Sanchez and Jennifer Holiday's And I am Telling You were imitated.

Psychology representatives Mona Gonzales, Cyd Largo, and Khairia Macarambon, performed Lady Marmalade for Vocal Trio while Hanggang Ngayon is sung by Arnold Bodiongan in the Doble Kara. In Wanna Be, an all boys group imitated Beyonce's Love on Top. GESO performers, Wendy Cabarubias, Hannah Gundaya, and Lissa Bolongan performed Brown eyes by Destiny's Child for Vocal Trio, while in the Doble Kara, Humprey Concardas sang Sinta. In Wanna Be, Vanessa Booc and John Jacobe imitated Shakira's Objection (Tango).

Lastly, Sociological Society performer, Alberto Burgos Jr., sang Ikaw Lamang by Janno Gibbs and Jaya in the Doble Kara, while Garnette Cala, Lalaine Gapor, and Ernest Abo performed End of time by Beyonce in the Vocal Trio category.

In Wanna Be, Hedda Ann Arsoler imitated Carly Rae Jepsen's Call Me Maybe.

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Successful Freshmen Orientation and General Assembly

by Fritz Patrick Y. Villanueva “Every year, there are about 40,000 students who graduate from high school, about 10,000 apply at MSU-IIT, out of these numbers, only about 3,000 are accepted” boasted Chancellor Sukarno D. Tanggol while giving his inspirational message during the Freshmen Orientation. “Imagine? You are very lucky to be here.” he added.

On June 20, various student activities were conducted and the day started with the Freshmen Orientation which showcased what the Institute has to offer for the newly-enrolled students. Most of which were explained by the different departments and offices in the Institute such as the function of the administration and guidance and counseling offices. Many services and campaigns were discussed, including old and new services alike. Students were encouraged to visit offices which may help them in their respective concerns.

Further, the Kataastaasang

Sanggunian ng mga Mag-aaral (KASAMA) held their 1st general convocation for the academic year right after the orientation. “For yellow and blue: Yellow signifies hope while blue is genuine and true leadership; hence, with genuine and true leadership comes hope” shared Mr. Rey PJ Enerio, president of KASAMA regarding KASAMA's official colors. He also presented the roadmap of his administration as well as upcoming events for the current semester like the Campus Org Fair, IIT's Charter Week and the annual Palakasan.

The Campaign Center was also introduced with a wide array of campaigns that include issues such as the opposing of the privatization of Agus and Pulangi Hydro-Electric Power Plant, the No-Plastic Day every Wednesday of the week and the Support-Save Palawan Movement. The KASAMA senators oriented the students about the different committees of KASAMA.

Political Science Dominates Again by

Ian T. Jacob

The Political Science Society was hailed as the Over-all Champion in the Literary Events, followed by the AB English Organization and the Psychology Society.

An area in which CASS students showcase their talents and skills during the CASS Days is the Literary Events. This year, just like the other years, the seven societies once again competed in Debate, Oration (English and Filipino), Feature Writing (English and Filipino), and Chain Story Telling.

Here are the Departments who ranked first to third on the different literary events: Debate Open

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Oration

Feature Writing

Chain Story Telling

Freshmen

English

Filipino

English

Filipino

ABEO

POLSCI

PSYCH

ABEO

POLSCI

PSYCH

FILIPINO

POLSCI

PSYCH

POLSCI

FIL

PSYCH

POLSCI

ABEO

HIST

ABEO

HISTORY

SOCIO

ABEO

ABEO

PSYCHOLOGY

Sabayang Pagbigkas

Speech Choir

Quiz Show

Photography Fliptop

FILIPINO

POLSCI

PSYCHOLOGY

FILIPINO

HISTORY

ABEO

FILIPINO

SOCIO

HISTORY

PSYCH

POLSCI

ABEO

POLSCI

ABEO

POLSCI

3 Languages are Mr. and Ms. CASS 2012

IITians Pledge Fair Game

by Amie Rose M. Lacaya Mr. ABEO, Miguel E. Ayllon and Ms. Kapilas-Bayan, Blesy M. Cece were crowned this year's Mr. & Ms. CASS. The two emerged as the winners out of the 14 lovely ladies and gents from the seven societies on the night of July 26 at the MSU-IIT Gymnasium.

Mr. ABEO grabbed minor awards such as People's Choice, an award given to the contestants with the highest number of Facebook likes. He was also awarded as the Best in Production Number, Mr. Fashionista and the Best in Formal Attire. On the other hand, Ms. KapilasBayan got one minor award, Ms. Friendship.

Mr. Friendship and Mr. Photogenic were given to Mr. Kapilas-Bayan Zuhair Gani; Ms. Photogenic to Ms. Psychology Czarina Mei Mayormita; Ms. Fahionista to Ms. GESO Lissa Angelei Bolongan; and Ms. ABEO Razelyn Estrella won the People's Choice Award, Best in Production Number and Best in Formal Attire for the female category.

After three exposures, the top three finalists for the male category were Mr. Sociology Rigel Yu, Mr. Psychology Khalid Angelo Manalundong and Mr. ABEO and the finalists for female were Ms. GESO, Ms. ABEO, and Ms. Kapilas-Bayan. For the question and answer, the scores went back to zero and each finalist picked a judge who asked him/her a question. At the end of the Q&A, Mr. Sociology and Ms. GESO were nd crowned 2 runner-up while Mr. Psych and Ms. st ABEO were crowned 1 Runner-Up. Other candidates for the Mr. & Ms. CASS title were Mr. Vin Rene Parcia and Ms. Jamilah Laguindab from the History Society; Mr. John Enrico Peñaroya and Ms. Steffi Dawn Ilagan from the Political Science Society; Ms. Maria Concepcion Betaizar from the Sociology Society; Mr. Hassan Lidangan from the General Education Student Organization.

Mr. and Ms. CASS is the highlight of CASS Days Cultural Night.

PALAKASAN' 12: Night of Dances

by Steffi Dawn C. Ilagan Once again, the unparalleled talents of IITians in the field of dancing was showcased in this year's Palakasan 2012 “Night of Dances” held on August 30, 2012. . Students from the different colleges rendered their unwavering confidence as they performed on stage facing a huge crowd composed of the students, alumni, faculty and staff of MSU-IIT, and visitors from outside the campus.

Night of Dances was categorized into three separate competitions: creative dancing, popular dance, and wannabe. The COE dragons were the first set of performers for the three categories. It was followed by the CSM lynx, SET tigers, CED-IDS Phoenix and Hornets, CASS Arachnids, CON Sharks, SCS Wolves, and CBAA Griffins. There was undeniably an incomparable cheer of noise created by the students as they showed support for the performers of their respective colleges.

The event ended with the announcement of the results. For the creative dancing, the CON Sharks made it to

the top among other colleges followed by the legendary fusion of CED-IDS, the SCS, SET, CBAA, CSM, CASS, and on the 8th spot, was the COE Dragons. For the popular dance competition, the 1st spot was grabbed by CED-IDS followed by SCS, CSM, CBAA, SET, CON, and CASS and COE still occupied the 7th and 8th spots, respectively.

For the wannabe competition, CSM Lynx toppled down the other colleges with their own version of “The Boys” originally sung by the prominent Korean group, Girls' Generation. CED-IDS made it to the 2nd spot followed by CASS, CON, COE, SCS, CBAA, and SET on the last spot.

The successful event did not only showcase the talents of the IITians in terms of dancing, it proved that the students of IIIT do not just excel academically but at the same time, can become the best in any field.

The said event was hosted by the ever active host Bradley Neil Fenequito. It started with the invocation and doxology, followed by the welcome speech of KASAMA to page 10

by Fritz Patrick Y. Villanueva

Dragons' Grand Slam

by Cleve C. Ulalo For three years in a row, the College of Engineering (COE) Dragons bagged the over-all Champion for Palakasan Sports Events.

After a series of games, the Dragons emerged as Champions in the seven events namely: Sepak Takraw, Futsal, Softball (Men & Women), Volleyball (Men), Chess (Women), and Billiards. The results show how the Dragon athletes maintain comradeship and good relationship with their teammates.

The School of Engineering (SET) Tigers followed the Dragons in second place. The Legendary Fusion of the College of Education and Integrated Developmental School (CED-IDS) came in as third. to page 10

“It doesn't matter if I win or lose, what matters is I play the game fairly in the true sense of camaraderie and sportsmanship.” Shouted proudly all the athletes of MSU-IIT as they took their pledge in this year's PALAKASAN 2012: Scaled Up opening ceremony in the afternoon of August 27.

Athletes from the eight schools and colleges of IIT converge at the Institute Gymnasium for the 2012 Palakasan Opening Ceremony, starting with an invocation led by the Octava Choral Society.

It was then followed by the torch lighting of the executive council governors of the different colleges, all wearing their respective college jerseys. The standing for the singing of the University hymn and prayers ensued and the presenting of the college emblems along with a video courtesy of RAYVEN Creatives.

“I declare Palakasan 2012 officially open!” highlights Chancellor Sukarno Tanggol in his opening speech as the aforementioned athlete's oathtaking followed.

After that there was a mass dance performance by the CED-IDS and everyone was encouraged to join, which so many enthusiastically did. Then there was an introduction of the candidates for the Mr. and Ms. IIT and finally, the highlight of the night, the street dancing.

CED-IDS & CON wins 2012 Mr. & Ms. IIT

by Dimple Although an unexpected earthquake happened, the crowd still stayed until the coronation of Mr. & Ms. IIT 2012. It was indeed a night full of tense, pressure and excitement for the 16 lovely ladies and handsome gentlemen competing for the Mr. & Ms. MSU-IIT 2012 title.

The entire Institute; every college made a lot of overwhelming cheer for their respective representatives stayed to witness who will be the next Institute ambassador and ambassadress. A montage presenting the 16 candidates' prepageant pictorial opened the show.

The candidates proudly representing their respective colleges and schools were: Mr. & Ms. CASS, Mr. Miguel E. Ayllon and Ms. Razelyn M. Estrella; followed by Mr. & Ms. CSM, Mr. Franz Nicoli Serate and Ms. Therese Jel V. Calo; next was Mr. & Ms.

G. Cabasis CON, Mr. Mikhail Ronald O. Bonsubre and Ms. Maggie Benazir O. Bonsubre; Mr. & Ms. COE, Mr. Peter Michael Tenido and Ms. Jessa R. Benitez; Mr. & Ms. CBAA, Mr. Beljohn E. delos Santos and Ms. Jennylyn C. Mendojar; Mr. & Ms. SCS, Mr. Geofrey P. Bonifacio and Ms. Lylea Cristina T. Diaz; Mr. & Ms. CED-IDS, Mr. Erald Christopher O. Abadinas and Ms. Alyson M. Ting; Mr. & Ms. SET, Mr. Reyan Louise C. Baluyut and Ms. Lorica Ann Llagas with their production number together with the special participation of MSU-IIT students dance troupe. Mr. and Ms. CED-IDS showed what they got and both of them were awarded as Best in Production Number.

Wearing their respective college shirt with the University Jacket was the second exposure. It was followed by University Preppy Attire which was one of the to page 10

IIT Speaks by CASS Band Places Third

by Ian T. Jacob The CASS Band Storm members Lance composition contest as well. The theme was De Pedro, Casteelyn Bacera and Garshen Apales, about all the things that MSU-IIT has that every as vocalists; Mark Perfecto on Bass, Voltaire I I T i a n c a n b e p r o u d o f .

Rovira, on guitar and Aaron Monterona, on drums In an interview with Mr. Jimoya, he won as the 3rd runner-up in the Night of Songs – shared his opinion- “It is, perhaps, the asset of Band Storm competition on August 28.

CASS to sing what I composed, for it highlights Applauses thundered the gymnasium as the CASS band rocked with the foreign party t h e g o o d t h i n g s o f M S U - I I T .

The night of songs also included Vocal songs “Alone” and “We Build the City.” The band also played “Jamming na, sa IIT” an original Trio and Choral Singing. CASS ranked 4th for the composition of Mr. Lewey Jimoya, a third year AB vocal trio with the song “End of Time” of Beyonce English student. The said song drew more impact and ranked 6th for the CASS Choarale with their to the band's performance. own interpretation of the OPM song “Sana'y Wala This year's band storm competition is N a n g Wa ka s . ” not only a battle of party bands but a song writing

2nd CASS Research Colloquium

by Amie Rose M. Lacaya

Prof. Franco G. Teves, Director of Research, said that “IIT has two options; it is whether to become a university that is specialized in research or a university that excels in the field of technology.” The professor gave an inspirational message during the CASS Research

Colloquium for Graduate and Undergraduate Students last September 24 at the Institute Mini Theater.

The first two presenters were from the Department of History. Xandelyn Racel B. Reyes presented her paper, “Steel Town: Before and

Merbhen G. Ganzon

"A person is no better when he or she opens his mouth" was the opening statement of Mr. Amado Guinto during the Mr. and Ms. IIT 2012 Speech Competition last August 23, 2012 at the Institute Mini Theater.

The eight pairs of candidates in their corporate attire competed by delivering an impromptu speech about a picture they have randomly picked. They were given five minutes to deliver their speech. Their scores are automatically 20% of their over-all score in the Mr. & Ms. IIT pageant.

The first College to deliver was the College of Arts and Social Sciences, followed by the College of Science and Mathematics, the College of Nursing, the College of Engineering, the College of Business

and Accountancy, the School of Computer Sciences, the College of Education-Integrated Developmental School, and lastly the School of E n g i n e e r i n g Te c h n o l o g y.

Two female candidates from two colleges, respectively Ms. Maggie Bonsubre from the College of Nursing and Ms. Alyson Ting from the College of Education-Integrated Developmental School left the stage wellapplauded. Ms. Bonsubre picked and talked about a picture of two holding hands showing Muslim-Christian Harmony while Ms. Ting's picture was of Darna.

The gentleman from the College of Engineering left audience with speechless laughter as he jokingly admitted that he to page 10

After the Collapse of the National Steel Corporation (1987-2009)” and Ms. Marjorie Joy S. Almario presented her paper “A Biographical Sketch of Vice-Mayor Henry C. Dy of Iligan City.”

The Department of Political Science was represented by the studies “Attitudes of Teduray and Lambangan Towards the Inclusion of Their Ancestral Lands into the Memorandum of Agreement on Ancestral Domain” by Alvin John

Juarez Neyra and “Organizational Culture and Level of Job Performance Among The Iligan City Philippine National Police (PNP) Personnel” by Hazel D. Jovita.

Catherine Grace N. Anggo and Camille V. Saño from the Department of Psychology delivered their paper, “Parental Bonding and Satisfaction of Male and Female Students on to page 10

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The Institute's yearly PALAKASAN is the greatest moment for the eight schools and colleges to grab the chance of becoming the best in literary, cultural, and sports events; eventually, becoming the champion. Students from the different schools and colleges would compete with one another in order to show what they got. But how come CASS's performance during this year's PALAKASAN seems to be unsatisfactory? Certainly, there are several factors which contributed to CASS being on the 7th spot in this year's PALAKASAN. It would be unbelievable if we'll say that CASS participants to PALAKASAN 2012 lack preparedness for their respective events. We were fresh from CASS days then, a month and several days before the official start of PALAKASAN. That would somehow mean that the participants already had preliminary practices as part of their preparation.

One factor to be considered is the funds collected from the students' assessment fees. Yes, our college has funds for this yearly event but the question is, are the funds enough to cover all the expenses of the participants? Is the budget allocated for this year's PALAKASAN used properly? There have been hearsays that some of the funds were lost. And it is one of the unsolved issues revolving around the CASS-EC. With this, said issue should solve this case.

Another factor which possibly led to the poor performance of CASS is that instead of being in unison with one another, the students seemed to be trapped in the past, the past referred to as the “CASS Days Controversy.” Several societies had disputes regarding the guidelines for some of the events during CASS days and which society should be hailed as the overall champion. Instead of using CASS days as the instrument of preparation for the PALAKASAN, it eventually led to the disintegration among the individuals and societies. There is also the support from the faculty and students of CASS. Instead of showing full support to CASS participants, majority of the students went to their respective hometowns and took advantage of the suspension of classes for the whole duration of PALAKASAN 2012. And maybe, just maybe, some participants were being too confident to bring home the bacon but unfortunately, ended up losing.

But the real thing here is that all the participants of CASS during PALAKASAN did their best in their respective events. Due to the fact that CASS is only on the 7th spot, people can't help but criticize, complain, and even compare this year to the performance of CASS in theprevious years. And eventually, this leads to faultfinding or pointing out of lapses, concerning the whole population of CASS. Now despite the experience of CASS during this year's PALAKASAN, students should bear in mind that all the other colleges are also putting the best of their very best just to excel in all the events.

This is not just a competition between two contenders but of eight. Students must start considering how they would be able to help the College and make it more dynamic than ever.

As for the student leaders who lead the student populace, as elected officers of the CASS-EC, they should perform their duties properly and professionally. They should encourage active participation of the students in all events.

But faultfinding is not the point in here. Rather, it is on the assessment of the performance of CASS in this year's PALAKASAN in order to be better in the upcoming years. And yes, we are still in the age of being better, but looking forward to the “HOWs” and “WHENs” that will eventually lead to being the best.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Dear Editor,

As a newbie in this Institution, it makes me wonder whether the dress code has been effectively implemented or not. Based on my observation, the security guards vary on their bases of what are the different conditions prescribed in the dress code. I can see many students wearing such clothes which are prohibited. I have seen students freely getting in and out of t he campus wearing pedals, sleeveless, and see-through dresses. I always have this question clouding up my mind every Atime I get to decide what clothes to wear during weekdays: “Why did the guards let them pass through and even get inside the campus even if what they are wearing is prohibited? Is it possible that the security guards are not that properly-oriented about the dress code? Are there other reasons behind this issue?”

I hope that this letter will serve as a reminder that we students also care about the rules and regulations provided by the Institute and that we also give due respect to the security guards. What we want here is that things and issues as such must be clarified.

Nheizl, 1st year GenEd

RESPONSE Dear Nheizl, As stated in the Prescribed Dress Code (PDC), all students and facult y members must comply with the different conditions of such. When asked regarding this issue, the security guards gave a common answer. The security guards said that they only strict ly fol ow what is imposed in the PDC. Yes, some of these gate guards may have interpreted the different guidelines of the dress code mistakenly. But it is too irrational if all the blame will only be placed on the guards. Maybe we, IITians, should consider the idea that students and facult y members must also learn how to fol ow the rules imposed by the Institute.

For further clarification and guidance, you are advised to visit the MSU-IIT official website in order for you to read and thoroughly understand the Prescribed Dress Code.

Editorial Board

Money is the root of all evil.

And so the saying goes. But I guess, otherwise. I think the root of all evil is the opportunity of human beings to succumb to the negativity of the endless possibilities of the so called free will. The idea that one can do whatever he wants is practically what every individual is looking forward to.

Remember when you were a kid and you wanted everyone to follow you around and do as you bid them?

That continues until one grows up. The innate need to be on top of the food chain has always been part of the human schema. And what better way to condition people to do as they are told, other than the precious, highly available yet usually rare, money.

Last year, the college was under the reign (regime, rule, or spell, whichever you prefer) of a certain group of people that was led by a charming, slightly delightful yet highly mediocre individual, who was chosen by his own people (the students of the college) under the fair means of an election. Little did these people know that everything was sinking from that point on.

Going back to the topic that money or at least the opportunity given if one had access to a large amount of money happens to be the root of society's problems; this is where it all falls into place. The CASS Executive Council holds the money of the students by means of the biannually collection of the Assessment Fee. During the term of the exgovernor an amount of 220 pesos from the first semester was collected and another 180 pesos for the second semester. With approximately 1,500 students in the college's population, that amount would sum up as a colossal figure. For the first term of the school year, the absolutely valid reason of having the students of the college shoulder his expenses for his Korea Leadership Summit trip made sure that the assessment fee would be more expensive than that of any other college within MSU-IIT. If you can clearly remember during the first CASS general assembly of last school year, the then governor's biggest promise was that of a ''re-echoing'' of what he was to learn from the summit to the college. And if you can also clearly remember, none of that happened last school year. The only prominent change that so far happened during that year was the excessive spending of student money for fast food cravings of the Executive Council.

For the second semester, another huge amount was demanded from the student body for the assessment fee. You'd think that after sadly surrendering 220 pesos the past term, the next one would be less painful. Alas! The world is not a wish granting machine. You'd ask what

events would this sum cover for that specific semester, well there was the Alay sa Graduates event, the CASS and Institute Paskuhan. However, although there were only these events that the EC had to take care of, the governor who solely volunteered to hold CASSayuran's budget, failed to pay the publisher the exact amount needed for the publishing of the first semester's issue and failed to provide an amount for the second semester's issue therefore forcing the paper to publish only through an electronic issue.

With the unfortunate arrival of Typhoon Sendong, some viewed this as an opportunity to hide their tracks from the past semester's whirlwind spending of student money. With all the receipts and letters washed off, it is unlikely for any of us to track down all the transactions made by the past administration. The only thing we can do is to ask, where in the world did the people responsible to hold the money put it. Where is the justification for asking that kind of amount while leaving us blind on how they managed to waste away hundreds of thousands of pesos within five months?

Last semester's problems might have slipped some minds due to the mud of the typhoon swallowing and burying it from sight. However, we must not forget that these things will come back and haunt us. The things in the past if not corrected will soon come back and repeat itself. What will we do by then? Forget? Leave it be? Pretend that we know nothing about it? Or just plainly assume that everything will work out the way it should?

When will the students wake up? This semester, history repeated itself. The root is still the same- money.

There are different characters involved but it is still the same. Apparently, a big chunk of the assessment fee was placed somewhere else. And although, there is no ood or mud to wash away receipts and letters, there is no clear paper trail to follow. One can actually wonder if there was even a record. One can just speculate on how the collected assessment fees were spent or how the Executive Council allocated funds for all expenses.

If you borrowed this copy of CASSayuran that you are reading, it is because of improper allocation of funds. In the breakdown of this semester's assessment fee, the EC collected 17 pesos from every student as the budget for CASSayuran. There are more than 2000 students, thus simple Mathematics will tell you that the budget should be around 34,000 pesos. It would have been enough to make sure that you will have your own copy since the current printing cost of a copy of CASSayuran is 15 pesos.

However, the Executive Council budgeted 25,000 pesos only. Again, do the Math.

5 Change: For better or for worse There is no supreme road for winning, no shortcut to its attainment.

Everybody has to take the long road and face the perils clothed upon it. It is like exploring a secret garden that is constrained and bounded with excitement, yet, threatened by uncertainties.

With keen interest, at the beginning of any journey and competitions, everybody always get their minds full of enthusiasm and curiosity. But it is always coupled with doubts and apprehensions and the anxious concerns of not winning.

Every year, MSU-IIT celebrates its Charter Day with the tradition of having different competitions. Students of IIT actively participate in different competitions prepared by the Kataas-taasang Sanggunian ng mga Mag-aaral (KASAMA ) and the competitions are contended by the different colleges. This year's Charter Day celebration was full of different competitions such as Float Parade with a movie theme, Bottle Run, Organizational Fair, Literary, Sports and Cultural competitions. Further, there were also competitions which were participated by the faculty and staff of the Institute.

Before every competition, we all know that there will always be guidelines and

specifically a pointing system that will determine and will serve as the basis for determining the winners. This year's pointing system was prepared by the KASAMA Tabulation Committee (TabCom) that wasalso agreed by the TabCom from the different colleges. In the original pointing system, first place is equivalent to ten points, second is eight, third is six, fourth is four, fifth, sixth, seventh, and eight is two.

Unexpectedly, an hour before the awarding of the winners, the pointing system was change because of diverse grievances raised by colleges who felt that it was unfair if such pointing system would be followed because it seemed that they ranked the same as those who are in the 5th, 6th, 7th , and 8th place. So, the pointing system was changed; first place became ten, second is 8.75, third is 7.5, fourth is 6.25, fifth is five, sixth is 3.75, seventh is 2.5, and eight is 1.25.

Furthermore, before the pointing system was changed, CASS ranked overall3rd place but as after the change of the pointing system, CASS ranked 5th place which led some CASS student to rally during the opening of the awarding which in turn shocked other students attending the said awarding.

ARACHNIDS SPEAK: “AS A FROSH”

by Merb Ganzon

College life is something that a student looks forward to. For some of the parents, it may be a burden, but for students, it's a whole new world of interest. A whole new world where you need not stay in school for eight hours straight, you need not stay in a classroom and wait for the next teacher, you need not remember if it's your day of cleaning or not. Something new, a step higher than before.

The first impression college life generally injects to students is the acquisition of freedom, since one is regarded as a “mature” person already. Some may think they need not inform their parents wherever they may go. Some may have already acquired trust, for they already think that they are mature enough and they already know what's right from wrong. They may do something not normal, but they think they have the right rationale to do so. They reject their parents' advice for they are already in “college” and they think they no longer do what children usually do- not thinking before acting.

Some may also think that this is a new avenue where your grades really reect what you did. They think that compared to their high school days, their hardships will be more justified. And everything now will be transparent. Their skills will freely show who they are; unlike in high school, only students close to the teachers or those who are only known by the teachers are the ones who are only considered.

Again, this is a new world of maturity. Children are regarded as responsible beings now. And that alone is a very good music to one's ears. One may already speak his/her heart out. College students are already entitled to their own opinions. Yet others may consider this as a

burden as well. Hanging on one's neck are the letters R-E-S-P-O-N-S-I-B-I-L-I-T-Y, and that's a lot of pressure to the head, trust me. It's like if you don't move, you may cull off yourself from where you are now. And if you don't persevere, you won't get anything.

Nevertheless, some are just excited to call their teachers “Prof.” Too shallow it may be.

But it's part of being excited to experience what the movies have shown about “college students.” -How they call their teachers “Prof” and all. How they walk from one class to the other. Or how freely, they can skip from classes. Unlike in high school days, one will be easily identified if he/she skips in between classes.

While some are just merely excited to experience what it's like to be in an institution like this, to be in a university, to be in a college, to be in a group of students called “block.” Here, the fight is expected to be even. No one's elite. Everyone has his/her own field, own training grounds and own skills to be harnessed. One must not compare himself/ herself to another and everyone has his/her own levels of difficulties. The other thing here is that professors are expected to be fairer in giving grades. It's like you can't bring a cake to your professor to get candles. Especially that the university is highly respected.

Well, these are just typical impressions and expectations of a clueless frosh to college life. First semester done, and all of these may be changed. As they say, don't make your first impressions last, for they may be called judgments later on.

*Arachnids Speak is a space intended for CASS students to share their opinions/comments/insights/views/e tc. on anything under the sun. CASS students are encouraged to submit an article. “As a Frosh” is the maiden article.

Undeniably, the feeling of overowing excitement of the CASS students was dampened; questions were asked; pronouncement was made. There was injustice. The spirit of the CASS students seemed like a burning fire heavily poured with water.

Why change the pointing system at the 11th hour? Why change what was agreed on? Is that how fickle minded people are?

Andbecause of that change, wheels were turned. Winners became the opposite. Merry making became chaos.

Instead of celebrating the Institute's Charter Day, the focus was on airing each college's complaints and arguing each college's stand and view point.

Whatever happened to the Institute core values of commitment, integrity, teamwork, excellence and accountability? Were these not etched in our minds and hearts?

Competition is good, yes. It pushes us to give our best and to put our best feet forward. But a line has to be drawn- when do we stop competing and simply enjoy the fun?

If we do not create healthy boundaries, we will resent it when others do.

If we treat each other with kindness and compassion, then we will be able to negotiate peacefully existing conicts. It is also important that we must know the stories

Photo credits by Vanessa Bungco; Painting by Tzaddi Esguerra

behind every decision before we let aggressiveness and negative forces eat away the foundations of peace. Let us conserve the very essence of harmony and happiness. The concise form of kindness can ease a heavy heart.

Humans as we are, this is going to happen again. But let us not allow history to repeat itself. We can correct the mistakes in the past by being right in the present and adhering to rightness in the future. It is hard but it is definitely right to be proud and be merry for your opponent's win. Do not deprive him of that glory. Do not commit injustice to be awarded for something you don't have the right to own. At the end of the day, recognize yourself. You are the best judge of your own performance. You are your own champion.

Hard work & determination is victory & triumph.

10175: Yay or Nay? by In the midst of a sane conversation try to bring up the issue on Republic Act No. 10175 or the Anti-Cybercrime Law and everybody is going to freak out; either because they are against it or they are against those who over-react on this law.

This only shows how great the impact of Anticybercrime law is on the minds of the people.

Well, I do respect everyone for whatever their opinions are regarding this matter, since I believe we are all entitled to our own opinions. But this time allow me to share this personal experience of mine with regards to this hot issue.

I was throwing all my attention to my friends' posts on Facebook when suddenly someone totally unknown to me sent me a very long message. Whenever I receive such messages I notice that most of them are nonsense, yet I still try to open and read them. This time, hoping that it's something different, I read the message and I got nothing except the feeling of being annoyed. I would not say that it is nonsense though I believe that the person who constructed the message is totally ignorant, which really pissed me off.

The message was all about the Anti-Cybercrime Law. It said that if the bill will be passed, you cannot do a “like” or comment on Facebook anymore; like what they were trying to point out is that there will Editor in Chief Associate Editor News Editor Feature Editor Literary Editor Correspondents

Beauty C. Serino

be no Facebook anymore. The moment I finished reading the entire message, I was pissed, of course. Why does that person have to pass that message on to other people when in fact there was no truth to the message? Forgive me for saying this but I think they are ignorant of the law considering the mere fact that they do not know what is it all about.

Everybody, listen. Anti-Cybercrime Law is Anti-Cybercrime Law. It would neither stop us from liking a status or photo nor prohibit us from leaving a comment on Facebook. It will not take Facebook away from us. Tomorrow or the next day or even for the next years Facebook, twitter, and all those social networking sites will still be there as long as we continue to patronize them. In fact, the government does not own those social networking sites. They cannot just prohibit us from doing a like or leaving a simple comment as long as they are not offensive. I don't understand why people have to be so impulsive. Why didn't they read first the bill before they had gone crazy and went around passing that message?

They very lesson we could get from this incident is to read first or at least listen first before you talk. It is better to be silent even if you know a lot than to say a lot and be labeled as ignorant. Impulsive people always end up with a mistake.

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The opinions printed are the writers' own and do not necessarily reect the stand of the paper.

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Higit Sa Kasikatan

Hear My Call

ni Markey Magallanes

by: Pio. Lumongsod Jr.

Ano ba ang tunay na pakahulugan ng salitang “sikat?” Sabi ng nakararami, “sikat” ang tawag sa mga taong palagi nating nakikita sa telebisyon at madalas na laman ng balita, tulad nila Daniel Padilla, Kris Aquino, Coco Martin, Vice Ganda at marami pang iba. Pero sabi naman ng iilan, ang salitang “sikat” ay hindi lamang tumutukoy sa mga tao kundi pati na rin sa mga kilalang bagay at lugar, kagaya ng Oblation sa U.P., Ma. Cristina Falls sa Iligan at Vinta ng Zamboanga.

Subalit, paano nga ba nakakamit ng isang tao ang kasikatan? Hindi natin maipagkakaila na ang kasikatang natatamo ng ilan sa mga sikat na tao ngayon ay bunga ng kanilang natatamo ng ilan sa mga sikat na tao ngayon ay bunga ng kanilang pagsisikap na magtagumpay sa kanilang mga napiling larangan.Ngunit para sa akin, may natatanging kasikatan, isang kasikatang puhunan ay talino, talent at galling. Ano nga ba itong kasikatang aking tinutukoy?

Naaalala ko pa ang unang mga buwan ko bilang estudyante ng CASS. Iyan ang mga buwang humamon sa aking tiwala sa sarili at sa kolehiyong aking kinabibilangan. Sino ba naman ang hindi m a n l i l i i t ka p a g n a r i r i n i g n i y a n g inaalipusta ng ibang estudyante ang kanyang kolehiyo? Malamang, marami

ring mga estudyante ang nakaranas nito.

Subalit, sa halos apat na taon kong pamamalagi sa CASS, unti-unti kong nakikita ang likas na kagalingan at naiibang talentong nananalaytay sa dugo ng bawat guro at mag-aaral nito. Anu-ano nga ba ang kahalagahan at kaugnayan ng m g a i t o s a n a i i b a n g ka s i ka t a n g tinatamasa ng CASS ngayon?

Sina Prof. Steven Patrick Fernandez, Prof. Frank Englis at Prof.

Christian Aguado ay sikat at tinitingala sa kanilang mahusay na pamumuno sa mga organisasyong kanilang kinasasakupan at sa kanilang hindi matatawarang paghuhubog sa mga talent ng mga magaaral.Ang IPAG, sa pamumuno ni Prof.

Fernandez ay kilala na rin sa ibang bansa dahil sa mga natatangi nilang pagtatanghal tulad ng “Suhi” at “Mingming.” Si Prof.

Englis naman, kasama ng kanyang OCTAVA Choral Society ay makailang beses na ring nakapag-uwi ng karangalan, hindi lang sa CASS kundi sa MSU-IIT na rin sa kabuan.

Gamit ang kanilang mga ginintuan at mga malaanghel na tinig, pinatunayan ng OCTAVA na kaya nilang sumikat at mangibabaw sa larangan ng pag-awit. Ang Kalimulan naman sa pinamumunuan ni Prof. Christian Aguado ay kumislap sa pamamagitan ng hindi matatawarang pagpapahalaga nila sa kultura at tradisyon ng Mindanao. Sa saliw ng mga katutubong musika at mga klasikong

An Arachnid’s Spirit The arachnids have never failed to show the entire human race how able are they to make the most magnificent webs. The eight legs of the arachnid are embodied in seven distinct disciplines found in the College of Arts and Social Sciences: English, Filipino, History, Philosophy and Humanities, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and the Special Program of General Education. It is to be given with great merit that all these factions strive in unity for the attainment of a common goal: the goal to understand and simplify the complexities of humanity.

What takes CASS to a higher leap is its mission of developing a globally competent, socially responsible, culturally sensitive and humanistic scholars and professionals. This is the ideal college – the college where various cultures, historical backgrounds and traditions are duly recognized and carefully utilized so as to historically develop an individual. A human being is geared up to embark the future through collectively enhancing the intellectual, emotional, cultural, and social aspects.

Here in the College of Arts and Social Sciences, our laboratory is the society.

Our variables are the people having diverse cultures, traditions, social and political norms. We study and experiment people who are coping with the demands of the modern and challenging world. We continue to understand the complexities of human race irregardless of no certain and constant variable. Where else can we find such characteristics? Nowhere else but in the College of Arts and Social Sciences.

In CASS, there is no room for

sayaw, patuloy na binubuhay ng Kalimulan ang kasaysayan ng Mindanao.

Bukod sa IPAG, OCTAVA at Kalimulan, lalo ring nagpapatingkad sa CASS ang mga gurong nagsisipagwagi at nagpapamalas ng galling sa larangan ng akademiya. Ilan sa mga gurong nagbigay ng karangalan sa CASS ay sina Prof. Hilto Aguja, Prof. Alma Maranda, Ginoong Rabindranath Po l i t o a t a n g b a g o n g t a l a g a n g natapangasiaw ng PRC, Prof. Miriam Cue. Mahirap mang sabihin, subalit marami talagang mga estudyante ang mas pinipili ang mga kurso tulad ng engineering, accountancy at economics. Para sa kanila, mas astig kasi ang estudyante ng mga kursong ito. Dala nila ang kumpiyansang mas magiging sikat sila sa pamamagitan ng mga kursong ito. Ngunit, hindi ba nila naiisip na ang mga kurso sa CASS ang siyang mas humuhubog sa ating pagkatao, galling, talento at kumpiyansa sa sarili? Hindi ba nila napagtatanto, na ang mundo ay isang entablado kung saan lahat tayo ay may pagkakataong kumislap at sumikat sa paraang gusto natin?

Ako, bilang isang estudyante ng CASS taas-noo kong masasabing taglay ko ang CASSikatang, higit kanino man. Ikaw, g a n o o n k a r i n b a ? *This essay won first place in the CASS Days Essay Writing Competition Filipino C a t e g o r y. T h i s i s u n e d i t e d .

by Chanda Pearl B. Simeon

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Song of Love “Life is a Song.”

Have you ever heard that line before? For some singers, it is implicit, they even sung their lives in any performances; for some choir members maybe they'll say it is a title of a famous songbook in church; but for you, how would you interpret those words?

Loading? Don't be bothered at all this time. By reading thiws, you can ponder of what does that mean by sharing you this lyrical story – an epic of love and misfortune of a guy.

Dear Princess, I remember so well the day that you came into my life and that I can say you are a new fantastic point of view. Hey, I just met you and this is crazy. You are one of the beautiful girls all over the world, a gorgeous girl who is shining, shimmering, splendid in my eyes. Now I am telling you it might be you, all of my life. Can I ask your father May I marry your daughter?

Suddenly in the last few days, I saw you were running out of me, like run, run, devil run.

But please believe me, please don't run. I needed someone like you in my life, nobody, nobody, nobody but you. Like I will never be the same without you. When you glimpse at me I'm jumping with joy and I can't fight this feeling anymore. I love you anad I like the way you are.

Seconds, hours, so many days have passed and I still can't go on loving you. Near, far wherever you are I know you are there and you will be there always by my side. Yes, I was born for you. It was written in the stars and I'll gotta live like I'm dying in loving you till the end. In times of your despair, you can count on me, like one, two, three, I'll be there.

Through the years, you never let me down. You've turned my life around. Because of you my life has changed. I love you, Goodbye,

not one person getswithout undertaking the learnings CASS has to offer CASS establishes the foundation of the future lawyers, engineers, medical . practitioners, teachers, and public servants .Having said everything abovementioned, us, arachnids can take pride and with fiery ardor to that fact that CASS leaves a legacy in every individual.

CASS initiates the realization of the Institute's core values. Here, we have the Commitment to serve the public with utmost dedication; the Excellence which would take us beyond borders; the Teamwork which would back Aristotle's notion that not one man is self-sufficing; the Integrity to exert best of our efforts; and the Accountability of producing a legitimate and credible result.

The College of Arts and Social Sciences got everything in the figure of an arachnid. The legs to work so as to attain excellence, the drive for cooperation and unity, and the spirit to unceasingly build the webs of success. *This essay won first place in the CASS Days Essay Writing Competition English Category. This is unedited.

They are the thieves who stole our lives And the ones who deprived us of our rights.

Yes, it's the government believe me it's true.

So it is reasonable to throw them a shoe.

The government's show will never end abruptly.

Unless we stop listening to them and act wisely Help me spread the message, spread the news And let's unite and share our different political views.

Lovingly yours, Songer

Kahibul'ngan ni Haring Adlaw ni Michael Lagura

buhi'ng Kabuntagon yamog mga Dahon langgikit Sapa dala's mga Isda lango'ng Pispis Ihalas irihis -daw mahilom wala'y antuson tungod sapnayo's Anito'ng masinugtanon kalinaw's Kasikbit palanugon Langit.

discrimination. One failure does not directly imply eternal futility. Thus, the existence of the General Education-Special Program. We do not undervalue nor neglect an individual.

Instead, we give them hope – the hope that there is a blossom-filled land at the end of long and rickety road. We give them the firm conviction that a greener Pasteur awaits, and to reach it, they are yet to be flawlessly molded. CASS gives chance to the hopeless, strength for the weak and shield for the defenseless.

Value is what defines CASS, among any other. “We are the conscience of the Institute,” aptly said Dean Nora Clar. The arachnids spirit thrusts and strongly holds to the notion that values is what takes man to the world. Yes, intelligence is what gets a person to the job, but values is what makes him stay. Here, we believe that knowledge without virtues is as useless as an unsharpened blade.

There is no truth on the irrational labeling of CASS as a trash bin of shiftees, transferees, and ill-fated students. No, that stance is any angle incorrect. Take heed that in and out of MSU-IIT

Government? We have it all They watch people stumble and fall They make us believe the stories they told But all they want are the people's gold

kompiyansa'ng Alindanao kalit Mihanaw! latigo's Ihalas kalit Migimaw! masubay'ng Suba kalit Natunga! kadjut Kalinaw kalit Nawala.... ingon sapnayo's Anito'ng masinugtanon? apan bisa's Yuta Tingog di ma ruyda. baya dili Paughon yamog mga Dahon? dili Ipahupla dala's mga Isda?

Ihalas irihis likayan huyang Pispis?

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How to put it?

When words with which is spoken or written Either would fade sooner Like a wisp of air; like a whisper So fragile How to put such felicity?

Of a heart that speaks with such abundant delight An approaching stranger, a hazy beautiful image That utters thee such honest admiration But oh!

The rays crept into the windows And she knew.

Elusive as it might be still, A paint of smile on her face for a moment And it stayed some little more With these last verses that she writes And with the infinite hope that she forever carries.

Love in the South LAPDUS LAGUTO

Beguile deepest senses olfactory when love is craved for Along the echoes in the hole, beats the harmony of longing Yet had to be a master to have abridged that— That hidden hole your kampilan's hilt fitted deliciously.

Like sex between two virgins, pureness dark and greasy a form Red of its rapaciousness, lush and copious it flows.

Tunes lulled along Strings of the hegalong ratify your song Crescent moon, zodiac's reprimand To Cancer and Sagittarius Thus perfectly planned, It was perfectly planned.

A Child of God by Weena Sarabillo

A beautiful child of God for I am loving.

Rise like sunrise in the morning, Filled with dew of mine river, Deep within is the heart of a giver.

I’ve brought out happiness and joy, In bliss like the princess of Troy.

In the paradise of Eden, I’m the white roses, Blessed by peace of grace with a heart that never closes.

Sunset comes and darkness invades, Still mine beauty never fades.

Mine heart has rays, A gift of Almighty God, loving as always.

In challenges I’ve faced, surrender never been said, For I am a child of God, I will not be afraid.

Two in One from page 12 However, Sisa found out that her son was not what she thought he is. Crispin dreamed to become an artist in television and was not dedicated to his studies. On the other hand, Sisa considered her daughter Basilia acted by Karen Ramos as a rebel child. Through Simsimi, she found out that the aspiration of Basilia was for the welfare of everybody, justice for all people.

Later, Simsimi told Sisa of his origin, by portraying all the happenings in his life and helped Sisa to remember important things that she has forgotten. Eventually, Sisa found out that Simsimi was her long lost third child Simon.

Because of the pain and sorrow that Sisa felt after the death of her two other children, it became her daily thought and made her forget everything else.

The play reminds that we should not only focus on the thing that we lost but appreciate what is still there; to appreciate what is present in life rather on the past. Basilia reminds the youth to fight for justice for the oppressed people in the community.

The play “Kung Bakit Umakyat sa Overpass si Ibyang Alingagngag” started with a very common situation at the Overpass outside the IIT. Manong Mambabalot acted by Joey Ramas was selling ballot to students and people roaming around when his customer saw a girl who is like attempting to jump from the overpass.

It was later found that the girl was Ibyang Alingagngag played by Grichen Tumapon.

A flashback happened which showed the story of Ibyang. It started with her dream to help her family escape from poverty. In order to fulfill her dream, the best thing she can do is go to college. Fortunately, she passed the MSU-SASE. Her family was so excited and happy for her achievement; her mother in the person of Maria Deiza Lozano, father in the person of Rey Mark Maranga, her brother “boy pick-up” in the person of Mike Emmanuel Iglupas and together with her two sisters in the persons of Wendy Auditor and Omaima Ampang were also proud of her.

Everyone in their community was happy for her and wished her her luck to have a better life upon departing their place.

Ibyang reached Iligan City where her preferred campus MSU-IIT is located. Upon entering the school, a guard played by Shara Pitogo, assuming Ibyang to be an old student, gives her a warning about the dress that she was wearing. Ibyang informed the guard that she is a freshman and wants to enroll in the Institute.

After settling her first conflict, she went to different colleges to find a program that fits her score. Unfortunately, she was rejected a number of times due to either her score was low from the required cut-off or slots were full. Never giving up, she went to the College of Engineering, was accepted, and informs her family about the news by asking a favor from a stranger

(somebody from the audience) to send a text message to her family. After a day of waiting, her mom replied that she needs to work while studying for they can't afford the expenses that Ibyang asked for. She has no choice but to find work.

She went to the DSA to apply as a Student Assistant but the head of the DSA played

by Joey Ramas refused to accept her since she is still a freshman. Finding job outside the campus was her next step. She went to Jollibee, Mc Donalds, Chowking, Mackies and Alberto's Pizza House to look for a job but unfortunately nothing was available.

She was hopeless until she met a woman played by Anisa Mangorangca whose business was selling “Ukay-ukay.” Ibyang started working for her while going to school. She put up with all sacrifices just to achieve her dream. She budgets the food she eats to save money. Temptations from all over came but Ibyang overcame them. She has to control all the things that might destrupt her studies but her heart finally gave in. She had a crush on Sam played by Haroun Al-Rashid Usop, one of her classmates. Sam confessed to her that he also has feelings for Ibyang which made her totally fell in love with Sam. Later, Ibyang heard that the institute was facing budget-cut problem that will increase the tuition fee of the students. She was also forced to leave her job at the “ukay-ukay” for the owner had to lessen her workers since sales are low. Ibyang got confused about what to do. She needs a friend, a shoulder to cry on; she needs Sam whom she thinks is the only one who understands and accepts her for who she is but Sam was not by her side.

While walking alone in the “Himantayon Avenue,” she heard for the very first time the words “I love you” which melted her heart like an iron burned on fire coming from the boy that she loved the most but addressed to another girl. Ibyang was confused with what she must do or prioritize- to follow and defend her love or to study and help her family. Carrying all her burdens and feeling empty and alone, Ibyang went to the over pass like no one cares.

The people assumed that Ibyang will commit suicide because of all her problems. But the people were wrong. Ibyang shouted that she is not going to commit suicide but to protest against the budget-cut that was being imposed for surely not only her future will be affected.

This is for all IITian students. Over the past years, many suicide incidents happened because of different reasons and majority of it was about failed love life. Wake up students of IIT, that is not the way to solve your entire problem may it be about love, financial or studies, life must not end with such a way, there is more to life after that. Continue fighting budget-cut as well as other problems. You are an “Iskolar ng Bayan.”

Kabalo ka anang feeling nga…. ni Dimple G. Cabasis Kabalo ka ani nga feeling?

Kanang feeling excited musulod ug school, pag abot sa gate “ID nimu day/dong?”

Kanang feeling mura kag gasunod sa panon sa maglubong ug patay?

Kanang feeling nga murag kag walay labot sa kagamay sa side walk?

Kanang feeling nga tutukan inig labay sa tambayanan sa mga himantayun?

Kanang feeling muagi sa kagamay sa veranda, murag dili agi-anan, sa tunga pa lingkuran?

Kanang feeling na muna-muna nimu sa kalisud, mga pasahero dili musibog?

Kanang feeling na pugson kag papalit ug trapo nga daghang nuog sa inyo?

Kanang feeling makit-an nimu imung crush , unya naa diay kuyog laing amigas?

Kanang feeling kuyahon or atehon sa mga tawong gulang pa nimu?

Kanang feeling naa mo-comment ug “K” sa mga post nimu sa FB? Kanang feeling perti nimung dali-dali, unya walay napala imung pagdali?

Kanang feeling mahurot imung allowance sa dili saktong oras?

Kanang feeling nga nagkatawa ka kay na-igo pud ka?

Ayaw kabalaka kay kung naka relate ka normal pa ka.

8 What Every CASS Arachnid Should Know symbol that will make the college standout, and that is, CASS ARACHNIDS. I believe CASS was the first College to use a symbol, a unifying name from among the colleges of MSU-IIT, and later on the other colleges followed. I chose the name CASS Arachnids because during my time, that's the symbol that was used by the climbers of CASS, and we were the champion back then and I was inspired by what I saw from the team we have, having the spirit of teamwork and perseverance to never give up with one common goal and that is to win. That was the reason I want to adopt the name CASS Arachnids, because me, being the Governor I want that spirit, that character to be present also with the CASS team for the coming Palakasan. That being a CASS Arachnid, we climb even the steepest mountain or even the hardest trail or terrain and never give up in spite of all the trials and hardships that we will encounter. CASS Arachnids will prevail”, said Jagie Giganto, former CASS Governor.

Yurey Paalisbo, a board member from year 2001-2002 said “during Jagie Giganto's time as Governor, I was the CUACOM Chair and CASS was the first college to have their own name. I remembered the cheerleaders were practicing & trying to execute the human pyramid- that's when I suggested the group be called Arachnid.” The cheerleaders that time were like real spiders as they climbed upward. So, it was during that time that the CASS EC officers decided to carry the name.

During the following years, the other colleges followed this strategy and decided to have their own unifying name. CASS' declaration of their adaptation of the Arachnid as a symbol also became timely with the movie premiere of Spiderman, bearing the theme “With great power comes great responsibility.”

Behind its success, criticisms stirred up. Carrying “Arachnids” as a unifying

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name for CASS produced nitpickers from some faculty of the college, other CASS-EC officers, and students from CASS and even from other colleges. But that is something expected. The only unexpected thing was that one of the members of the CASS wall climbing team who happened to be an original member of CASS climbers took it negatively that no permission was asked from the other officers to adopt the name.

“Young as I am, with arrogance also for being the governor, I did not value what she said but responded sarcastically that the climbing team should even be proud that it was their team name I adopted and not any other name. The other team members also went my side so I left the issue behind. But looking back, I should have apologized and found out she's somehow right, I should've asked for their permission for it was them who chose and used the name. Furthermore, that is one of my legacies to the college. I left behind a name that until now the college is using: a symbol of strength, perseverance and unity,” Jagie concluded.

The first time CASS carried the name Arachnids in the Palakasan 2002 Cheerleading competition, they took home the Champion and the grand prize of Php 10,000.00. They were wearing a combination of white and red with a black web. The following year, they changed colors from red to green, staying true to CASS's color, and still bagged the Champion. In 2004, CASS Arachnids reverted back to white and red but due to issues concerning the results of the Cheerleading competition, CASS boycotted the 2004 Palakasan. Had CASS been declared as the Champion in the cheerleading event, they would have attained a grand slam since using the name Arachnids.

“Arachnid has always been an appropriate symbol for CASS. Even if you kill the spider, the impact of its sting will still

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affect many. In that way, it can always draw attention,” expressed Ezra Macaraeg who served as Vice Governor, 2001-2002 and Governor, 2002-2003. He even added “The arachnid tradition is what matters the most.

It is because of this tradition that one has to look-back to CASS. An Arachnid is a crusader, it continues to weave its web, thus this notion makes it valuable to continue the tradition of winning.”

He continued to opined “We should turn a losing team into a winning team BY HEART. If the participation of the students, faculty and the leadership of the CASS-EC is weak, then we are all weak. Therefore, we should not let personal interest to win over our goals. Always maintain participation and support for CASS, map-out strategies, sacrifice, win or lose – this comprises the HEART OF A WINNING TEAM.” CASS Cheerleading Team carrying the Arachnids symbol won 1st place in the 2002 and 2003 Dunkin' Donuts Interschool Cheerdance Competition and because of CASS’ winning streaks from Institute events

I Survived! by

Chanda Pearl B. Simeon

When my friend, Cleve, asked me to write a personal essay in the hope of inspiring my fellow CASS students, I was honored, at the same time, challenged. For how would I effectively write so as to encourage thousands of different souls? You know, I'm just an ordinary student in the university, striving hard to finish my studies, all in the pursuit of landing a stable land someday. I am no amazing and exceptional student, but I know of one thing, I know what my dreams are. And that, my friends, I believe, is where we should all begin.

I have always believed in what Paulo Coelho wrote- “when you really want something, the universe conspires in your favor.” It is true. Start asking yourself what you really want to achieve for the semester, for the year, for the next years, then the next thing you know, everything's falling into place and you are a step closer every day. But here's the thing, when you already have figured out what your goal is, stick to it, no cheating.

Know your priorities. First things first. Of course our world does not revolve in the corners of the campus alone.

We have friends who are bringing with them the entire world's inviting temptations. The funny thing is that these temptations come

CASS Cheerleading Team after its debut performance as the Arachnids with Prof.

Darwin Manubag; the same year; the Arachnids won the 2 0 0 2 P a l a k a s a n Cheerleading Competition with a grand prize of Php 10,000.00 (photo credits by

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out like mushrooms at times that we have tons of paper works to do, study for exams, and prepare for reports. How about a movie date later? A weekend getaway at the nearest pool? Perhaps party rock at the disco? Or would a sound sleep sound real good? I am not saying that we should deprive ourselves with these things; it's just that if we have exams tomorrow, then burn the candle at both ends, all other things can wait, even the bed.

Reach for the stars. So that just in case you fall, you still have a hold of the moon, not to mention the clouds are there to catch you. I had this 3.0 midterm exam grade in one of my major subjects. Surely, I was not able to get a grip of the moon nor were the clouds comforting my back, but at least I tried reaching for the stars. The good thing about falling is that it gives us the very reason to reach for the stars again.

Do your best. This is the simplest advice of all but the hardest to maintain. Many times we feel like being cheated and played upon by the world. If we don't study for the exams, we fail; if we study hard, we still fail. Hey fate, are you kidding me? No, nobody is playing dice here.

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to City events; from Cheerleading and Cheerdancing to being crowned as Ms. IIT, the “Arachnids Fever” started.

We have looked into the history of how the name “Arachnids” was formed. It rooted from the most interesting events in CASS way back then. It is something that cannot be easily replaced with another name. It links the past with the present and to the future. All of us should be very proud of the name that we carry: a name that not just simply represents us but binds us together.

We should do whatever it takes to nurture our web for connectivity and uphold the values of being a pure-blooded weaver of our web, our home, our CASS. P.S. CASSayuran was born out of the need to document the achievements of CASS especially after CASS won the Ms. IIT title for five consecutive years; for always topping the wall-climbing events; for always being on the spotlight in the cheerleading then in cheerdance competition.

CASSayuran thanks Arachnid alumni for willingly sharing the history.

Cleve C. Ulalo

“Wait on the Lord; be of courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; wait, I say, on the Lord!” - Psalm 27:14 them every minute of the day sometimes make me crazy. I came to IIT like a stranger, knowing just a few people. Facing a new world, new friends, new classmates, newteachers and new environment where everything feels like different from before.

However, college life gave me a new family-my friends, classmates, teachers and boardmates. They became the substitute of my family whom I depend on when I was at home. I appreciated the time they were willing to help when I felt low and could not get along with my lessons. I felt as though I The author and Pol. Sci.’s Papa Bear, Prof. David N. Almarez had known them for several years. I could Time ies so fast that yesterday I genuinely say that I had profited a great deal still wore plated skirts, white blouse, and from the experience of learning to live with black shoes with socks while I run around the others and away from my family.

College stage brings almost the full campus like an innocent child. But things package of life. There are circumstances and have changed now that I am a true blue college student. Stepping into college life is struggles to fight with. College life is not an easy task for me. It was a hard period challenging- filled with thorns and roses and of adjustment. Having to learn to live with I know it has helped me immensely to others and having to learn to get along on my become more serious and mature in my own in school have helped me to grow into an thoughts and actions. Despite the fact that college life produces a lot of challenges, I adult student.

The adjustment of learning to live keep holding on and sometimes, I pull some with others and without my family beside me strings of happiness and joy. Life is a was hard to make. Being far from home, constant change. God is with me and He is to page 10 missing my family every day and thinking of

9 TRAVELOGUE: A Trip to Remember (Mr. & Ms. IIT 2011 Hong Kong Trip)

Winning the Miss IIT 2011 was still a surprise for me. It gave me another reason to live life with hopes and dreams; nothing is impossible. A trip to Hong Kong and Macau was my grand prize along with Mr. Chard Ebenezer Tesoro, the Mr. IIT 2011. Prof.

Christian TN Aguado, the Chairman of the committee and Mr. Renebel O. Labadisos accompanied us on the said trip.

It was on the 14th day of April 2012 when our journey to Hong Kong and Macau started. It was indeed a long ight, from Mactan Airport in Cebu to Hong Kong; arriving in Hong Kong, we were relieved with the

beautiful scenery from the international airport, there I met people with different races. We were housed for three days and two nights at the very convenient and relaxing Regal Ragency Hotel.

After checking into the hotel, we eventually rested for a while and after sometime headed directly to roam around the city, took pictures, and enjoyed the scenery. Then, we looked for a restaurant for our dinner. It took as a while in choosing which particular restaurant we should go to and what food we should choose because we don't understand their language. Luckily we met a Hong Kong local who speaks English and he assisted us. On our way back to the hotel, we passed by a Catholic Church and we decided to visit the church and to thank God for our safe travel.

On the second day, I actually missed the Hong Kong and Macau city tour of Mr. and Miss. IIT 2011, since I have to be with my aunt and uncle who is already a resident of Hong Kong.My father allowed me to extend my stay for 14 days along with my cousins.

Mr. IIT Chard Tesoro, Prof. Aguado and Mr. Labadisos toured the two cities and Chad said it was a very splendid one since they went to the Avenue of Stars, Jewelry

by Marjorie Achacoso (Ms. IIT 2011)

Industry, and Victoria Hall to name some of the places they visited. In Macau, they were amazed of the awesome spots like the Macau towers, St. Paul Church, some places which marked that Macau was colonized by the Portuguese and the very famous Venetian Hotel.

Even if I was not able to join the tour of Mr. & Ms. IIT, I still enjoyed my stay in my aunt's house for I was able to experience different things. My uncle treated us to Ocean Park and a tour in Giant Buddha and at the Old Hong Kong. I felt so happy and blessed because I was able to explore the different places in Hong Kong together with my cousins and aunt.

As I traveled back to the Philippines, I'm still happy even if I'm leaving Hong Kong because I have with me the experiences and bonding moments with my cousins and also with Mr. IIT, Mr. Labadisos and especially Prof. Aguado. Every little thing that happened was worth keeping and cherished for. That was a priceless experience which I would forever keep.

P.S. I would like to grab the opportunity to thank the Suffari Travel and Tours especially to Ms. Lleechuan L. King, the proprietor, for sponsoring our trip and for the support she extended in making Mr. and Ms. MSU-

Tête-a-tête with Amegs

by Knacky July D. Hermodo Have you heard of Amegs, the socalled “most popular” group in the college?

Or are you a member? If yes, how much do you know about your group? If no, then, continue reading; as one social networker stressed out, “Taga-CASS ka kung kaila ka sa Amegs nga grupo.”

Amegs is short for “All Males Embedded in a Girl's Soul.” It started last semester, few weeks before the CASS Paskuhan 2011. Von Omega, one of their pioneering members, shared that their group was formed because of their regular meetups at the CASS Executive Council office to volunteer especially for the said upcoming event. Also, Von pointed out that despite the fact that most of them claimed to be a “woman in spirit,” they have different skills and talents and most of all a heart to contribute help (most especially in cultural events) or coordinate with the EC for College and Institute events. From that, they have decided to form the group. With that idea, they try to develop their social interaction and friendship with others while showing the College how important unity is in the diversity of the Arachnids.

There are almost twenty members of the group; most of them are CASS gays, others come from other colleges too.

Currently, the active members from CASS: Von Omega, Rean Nuenay, Romel Limjoco, and Rm Sobebe from the Department of Psychology; Rollan Lagarbe and Dennis Kwong from Gen Ed; Jerome Galigao and RG Apas from the Department of Sociology; Carlo Cabalit and Ryan Tundag from the Department of History; and Benjamine Corro and Kristine Buenviaje from the Department of Political Science.

Amegs does not have any leader or president but the founders are Von and Ryan.

They are planning for the recognition of the

Photo credits by Vanessa Bungco

group as an official Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, a n d Tr a n s g e n d e r ( L G B T ) g r o u p o r organization of the Institute hopefully by the next academic year.

“To serve as a model organization primarily acting as a support system for lesbians, gays, bisexuals, metrosexuals, transsexuals and transgendered students, providing quality services to its members, and forwarding legal and social changes in the university all for creating an environment that is non-discriminating and accepting to the community” is Amegs' mission. While the vision states “We, as individuals and as valued members, envision MSU-IIT as an LGBT-friendly university where all students, regardless of gender preference, should be able to self-actualize as an individual. We envision students to treat LGBTs fairly, with no discrimination in whatever form, and be accepted as a valued member of the studentry.” Amegs was responsible for the cheer “Vega CASS.”

Amegs members (photo credits by Rommel Limjoco)

Tabo sa IIT and Night Café: Party All Day

by Cleve C. Ulalo

Every year, the Tabo sa IIT has become a fondly frequented place during the MSU-IIT Charter Week Celebration. This year, Tabo sa IIT and Night Café opened on July 9 and lasted until July 12. The IDS MultiPurpose Hall was transformed into a mini market for the Tabo and during night time, the Night Café is situated in front of the main library.

Tabo sa IIT made IITians appreciate affordable foods, such as Piyaya, Barquillos, ice cream, and cookies. Inexpensive items such as printed t-shirts, ukay-ukays, key chains, mini wallets, different accessories, native items and many more were also sold at the Tabo.

Night Café featured different bands from different colleges thus every night, people listen to live music while enjoying their dinner at food stalls that sells barbecue and puso (hanging rice). As one student twitted, the night café brought an experience that can be remembered. Students twitted their thanks to KASAMA for giving the the opportunity to showcase their talents. The Tabo sa IIT and Night Cafe are two things about the annual Charter Day celebration that are greatly anticipated by every IITian.

IIT 2011 a great success. The trip could not have also been possible without the effort of the chairman of Mr. and Miss.

IIT 2011 committee Prof. Christian T.N Aguado. Thank you sir, for this once in a lifetime opportunity. Also to my family, friends, love one, mentor, Sociology family and to my fellow IITians for the trust and support they gave me, and most especially to our Almighty father, for without you all, all these things wouldn't be possible. God Bless and Mabuhay ARACHNIDS!

*Travelogue documents the tours/travels of CASS students whether it is in a new place or to their respective hometowns. This is its maiden article. CASS students are encouraged to share their tours/travels.

Gabi ng Sining: Boasts IIT Talents

by Steffi Dawn Ilagan & Danica Vallejo

As night darkened the earth, MSUIIT gymnasium overowed with strong scent of excitement as the crowd entered the venue for the most highlighted event of the 44th Charter Day Celebration of Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology with its theme: Going Beyond Borders, the Gabi Ng Sining.

A warm message from the MSU-IIT Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Dr. Edgar Ignacio opened the event. After his message, the invocation was led by the IDS Ringkaran with its ballet dancers and the Echoes Band. It was then followed by the singing of the national anthem led by the Octava Choral Society. A video montage on the different performing groups of the Institute was showcased as a teaser.

The production number of all the resident performing groups of MSU-IIT gradually unveiled with the MSU-IIT Lions Cheerleading Squad, Dance Society, Kalimulan and IPAG performers that were accompanied with the music of Ringkaran, Echoes, Octava, and the beat of the IPAG, and Kalimulan musical ensemble. Before the show continued, a very inspiring message was given by MSU-IIT Chancellor Dr. Sukarno D. Tanggol. He passionately greeted everyone “Happy Birthday sa ating lahat, mabuhay IIT”.

The MSU-IIT Lions started their march through the center stage with their breath-taking stunts. The IDS Ringkaran rendered their simple yet best song performance on stage together with its two graceful ballet dancers. It was followed by the dance performance of the Dance Society as they intensely make their different routines on stage. The Echoes Band also gave their best out of the beautiful and pleasing voices which dominated the whole area of the gymnasium.

The Kalimulan Cultural Group depicted Filipino tradition in their dance performances. They showcased some of the to page 10

10 Colloquium

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Their Romantic Relationships.” Sociology graduate students Marian Myrtle G. Onod and Renebel O. Labadisos presented the papers “Community Organizing in Misamis Occidental: Perceptions, Practices and Performance in Coastal Resource Conservation” and “Effects of August 18, 2008 Armed Conict on Children's Health in Libertad, Kauswagan, Lanao del Norte” respectively.. An undergraduate thesis in Sociology was presented by Chiara Marie M. Barsaga, with the title “Impact of Mining on Brgy. La Fraternidad.

Tubay, Agusan del Norte (2006-2010).”

Researches on Language and Literature were presented by researchers from the Department of English and Department of Filipino and Other Languages. Prof.

Lynnie Ann P. Deocampo presented her graduate paper “Effects on CPC Students' Accuracy Gains of FormFocused Instructions: Grammar-Based VS. InputBased.” The paper “Betad Pedlegamit: Tagapasiwalat ng Rehiyonal Na Mga Dayalekto ng Wikang Subanen sa Zamboanga Peninsula” was presented by Julieta C. Cebrero. Lastly, Mr. Amado C. Guinto presented his paper enntitled “Yeyeleng: A Morpholigical Analysis of Iligan Gay Talk.” Mr. Guinto's presentation was the most applauded because the audience was able to easily relate to his study.

The half-day event is done every semester and is organized by the CASS College Research and Extension Committee (CREC) and Department Research and Extension Committee (DREC). This activity is part of strengthening

CASS' aim for excelling in the field of research as well as acknowledging the college's competent graduate and undergraduate researchers. The Department of History spearheaded by its chairperson Dr. Ma. Cecilia B. Tangian served as the colloquium's convenor.

Freshmen from page 2 Indeed freshmen are lucky, for the Commission on Higher education ranks MSU-IIT as the 7th placer in its list of top universities in the Philippines, excelling in fields such as Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Teaching Education as boasted by Department of Student Affairs Acting Director Prof. Edward Banawa. And for that reason, CHEd granted IIT a 1 billion peso budget for the sole purpose of constructing a new building for the College of Engineering.

ABEO Reigns

from page 2 Wanna Be category when the music died due to technical problems but the crowd sang for them until music was restored.

Society's cheers and yells dominated the entire gymnasium that night. Students shouted and cheered as their bets performed. There were the heart-warming songs of the vocal trio, the very entertaining performances of the doble kara, the energizing pop dance and the tensionbreaking wanna be. Each category showcased the talents of the CASS students.

In this competition, there is only one conquering society that will be crowned; one who showed the most exceptional and the most surpassing performances. ABEO was fortuitously enthroned as the overall champion.

CASS Conducts Emergency Drills

by Dimple G. Cabasis Throughout the first semester, IIT conducted different drills to prepare IITians if actual situations happen. CASS was given its drill last August 10.

Prior to the date, all students in CASS were oriented on what to do if an earthquake happens. Students were informed to drop, cover, and hold.

Posters showing the three steps were posted on bulletin boards as well as on every classroom's information board.

Teachers were told that every bell rings symbolize instructions on what to do. Three

short consecutive bell rings would be the queue for drop, cover, and hold. A long bell ring means everyone should start evacuating the premises.

Prof. Cesar Miguel, Institute Safety Officer and Prof. Rene Jose Padro, CASS Safety Officer organized the drill. The College Red Cross Team served as rescuers and provided first aid for “victims.” The Institute Clinic also supported the activity.

Mr. & Ms. IIT

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highlight exposures of the candidates; they had to be dressed as a University student but adhering to high fashion. With the two exposures, Mr. & Ms. CON got the title as Best in College Shirt and Best in University Preppy Attire.

In the College High Fashion attire, the candidates wore outfits that depicted their respective college team spirit. Representing the great sharks CON, Mr. CON got the award as best in College High Fashion Attire while Ms. CED-IDS with her CED-Phoenix and IDS-Hornets attire got the award for the female category.

Other special and major awards were also awarded. Mr. & Ms. Globe were awarded to our very own Mr. & Ms. CASS; the pair also got the Mr. & Ms. Hair Works award. Mr. & Ms. UNO were awarded to Mr. SCS and Ms. CED-IDS. The Miss Sophie special award was awarded to Ms. SCS. And Mr. SCS together with Ms. CASS brought home the Mr. & Ms. Glorious Fashion award.

Mr. SCS & Ms. CED-IDS caught the attention of the photographer and won the Photographer's Choice Award. Mr. CON & Ms. CASS got the Videographer's Choice Award. Prior to the actual pageant night, a speech competition was held and Mr. CBAA made it to the top together with Ms. CED-IDS; they won the Best in Speech award.

With their sociable character, Mr. CON & Ms. CSM were awarded as the Mr. & Ms. Congeniality. With the most number of 'likes' on Mr. & Ms. MSU-IIT 2012 Facebook page, Mr. COE and Ms. SCS got the Mr. & Ms. Popular award.

With their camera-friendly faces, Mr. CED-IDS and Ms. CON were awarded the Mr. & Ms. Photogenic.

After the Evening Formal Wear which Mr. CON and Ms. CED-IDS won, the top three candidates were announced. The scores then reverted back to zero for Mr. CON, Mr. CED-IDS and Mr. SCS as well as for Ms. CED-IDS, Ms. CON and Ms. COE. The top three pairs were made to pick a judge who will ask them a question.

After a breath taking question and answer portion, Mr. CED-IDS and Ms. CON reigned and earned the title as Mr. and Ms. MSUIIT 2012, followed by Mr. CON and Ms. CED-IDS st nd as the 1 runner up and 2 runner up Mr. SCS and Ms. COE. Ms. MSU-IIT 2011 Marjorie Achacoso who was also Miss CASS 2011 and Mr. MSU-IIT 2011 2nd Runner-up Roosebelt Bolanio, who was also Mr. CASS 2011 made their final walk and gave their message for the IIT community. Mr. Bolanio took the initiative of explaining to the crowd especially for the benefit of freshmen that he is not Mr. MSU-IIT 2011. He told everyone that Mr. SET 2011 is Mr. MSU-IIT 2011 but could not make it to the pageant. Mr. CON 2011 who is Mr. st MSU-IIT 2011 1 runner up could not also make it so as the third in line, he stood for them.

The said event was hosted by Prof.

Stephen Fajardo and Prof. Michelle Caracut with co-host Prof. Maria Theresa Panzo who did the honor of giving the opening remarks.

CASS Studes Bag Prizes

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Maris CayGabornes, Iligan Through The Eyes of An Outsider, Gabriel Billones, Jr, 5 Reasons Why It's More Fun in Iligan consolation prizes.

The entries were judged by Ms. Agnes Clerigo-Maingat, City Tourism Operations Officer; M r. B o b b y T i m o n e r a , a w a r d w i n n i n g photojournalist; and Mr. Robert Schappert (aka BobNY), an American honorary member of IBS.

Night of Dances from page 3 CUACOM Chair, Carl Kelvin Sapio. The crowd shouted for joy as the Palakasan 2012 montage was shown, featuring the symbols which represent each of the eight colleges.

Watch ON THE WEB, CASSayuran’s Broadcasting on YouTube

A Poke Away from page 8 better than failing with no efforts at all. What are goals without sweat but mere ambitions? Keep in mind that you have dreams, and your dreams demand your all.

Do not forget to pamper yourself! Oh yes, the pizzas, ice creams, books, movies…the bed! You deserve all these things, you are human too, you get hungry, most of all, you get tired. We have different reward systems, just find one that suits you that would serve as a tap on your back when you have submitted all the requirements, nailed the reports, and passed the exams.

The above mentioned are just simple advices, you may have heard of them before but it is important to be reminded, sometimes we forget the most basic of things.

Guys, I tell you, start knowing what your dreams are, believe that you can do it, salig lang. Dream big dreams. I remembered a text message which goes, “The poorest person in the world is not the one who has no money, but the one who has no dreams at all.” Well as for me, this time, I am not poor at all. Do not let yourself be below poverty line, your dreams are just one poke away.

Chanda Pearl B. Simeon is the current top one of the CASS Dean's List. She is also the Editor-inChief of Silahis.

Another Leap from 2 dela Seña and Prof. Edmarie Zoe J. Gonzaga.

This annual ceremony began last year that serves as a ceremony that Psychology majors go through before their practicum.

IIT Speaks from page 3 that he cannot follow the five-minute rule.

The event was judged by Ms. Danica Bianca Cagalawan from St. Michael's College, Mr. John Bryan Amarillo, Ms. Maria Ambalong and Ms. Cheryl Baldric from Ateneo de Davao University who also served as the Chairperson of the Board of Judges.

I Survived!

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my greatest defense. And also there is my loving family that keeps believing in what can I do till the end of the day.

As the golden days pass by, I could truly say, “I have survived!”

Gabi ng Sining

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traditional Filipino dances of which we should be proud of. The Institute's resident choral group, the Octava Choral Society with their powerful yet calming voices made the audience proud and happy. Lastly, the Integrated Performing Arts Guild as graceful ad ever performed the Sarimanok which they are going to showcase in their roadshow next year.

The successful event ended with the lighting of the symbolic torch by the Chancellor with the assistance of other IIT employees; they then led the singing of the Himno ng Pamantasan.

To sum up, ifa dictionary define showcase of talents as display of best endowments, IITians

Two Perfect 100

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who got the scores 94 – 91 – 98 and from the College of Engineering who got the scores 89 – 94 – 87. They were then followed by the contestants from the SCS, CBAA, CON, SET, and CED-IDS.

Fliptop from page 2 The Free Style Rap Battle tie-breaker round was decided not only by the three judges but most importantly by the audience., So when Reyes delivered the final line, “Dito sa CASS love one another, CASSikatan higher than any other, Dito sa CASS tayo ang pinakamalaka,.” the crowd cheered and celebrated. And the judges gave their final verdict in favor of the Historical Society with a score of 89-79. And as the CASS students slowly dispersed after the game, smiles and laughs remained on everyone's lips, remembering every line that the rappers had just said. It was not an event doomed with a competitive atmosphere, it was an event in which CASS Arachnids become one – all together again.

Siblings on the Ramp from page 11 Maggie's message is “Life is a wheel of fortune. So sometimes we are up, sometimes we are down. All we have to do is to be strong, that at some point of time, we'll be on top again. So dli nata kelangan na murag mag crab mentality.

Kung naa sila sa taas, then go, we appreciate that. As one university, let's think that we belong in one banner. Let's think that we're in a college under the MSU-IIT. As students of this Institution, we represent MSU-IIT, taas kaayo ilang pananaw sa ato ba.”

Maggie shared her advocacy as the new MS. IIT: IIT is already a progressive university, but then looking deeper into it, the

colleges have conicts usually arising after major events like Palakasan and Charter Day. “I just want to be the voice of the students. Why do we have to compete inside the university when in fact, we belong to one university? If you want to achieve something as a university, we have to maintain peace among the colleges. Arguing should already cease. If we want to be heard, let's voice it out, let's listen to the other side, and then, you know, make compromises.”

New experiences lead us to new learnings, new ideas to share, new people to give our hearts to. Learn to embrace things as they are. Love them with all your heart. Judge yourself – LOSER OR WINNER.

Dragons’ Grand Slam from page 3 Moreover, the Palakasan sports events was highlighted with the Night of Sports which included the Dance Sports competition on the night of August 30. After an hour of extreme dancing Jazz, Rumba, and Jive, the Legendary Fusion emerged as the Champion.

The following table shows the top 3 winners for each sports event: Event Dance Sports

1st CED-IDS

Darts (Men) Billliards

SET COE

Chess (Women)

COE

Chess (Men)

SET

Badminton (Women) Badminton (Men) Table Tennis (Women) Table Tennis (Men) Lawn Tennis (Women) Lawn Tennis (Men) Sepak Futsal Softball (Women) Softball (Men) Volleyball (Women) Volleyball (Men) Basketball (Women) Basketball (Men)

CED-IDS CED-IDS CSM SET CED-IDS CASS, 2 1 COE, 2 COE, 2 COE, 2 SCS, 2 COE CBAA SET

2nd College of Science and Mathematics (CSM) COE CSM

3rd College of Nursing (CON)

CED- IDS College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) School of Computer Studies CSM (SCS) COE College of Business Adminstration and Accountancy (CBAA) CON CBAA COE CASS COE CED-IDS CED-IDS CBAA SET CON COE, 3 CED COE, 2 SET, 3 SET, 3 SCS SCS, 3 CBAA SET, 3 CBAA CSM, CED IDS SET CED-IDS COE SET CED-IDS SCS

11 Psych Graduate Brings Glory to Iligan by Cleve C. Ulalo “Obstacles are those frightening things you see when you take your eye of the goal.”

“Every practice, I grade myself.

Before everything, you must be ready,” these were the words of the inspiring swimmer Riza Hope I. Molo who belongs to Batch 2012 of the BS Psychology Program.

Recently, Ms. Riza was remarkably known for her participation on the upcoming swimming competition entitled “Rescue 2012 Life Saving World Championships” to be held in Adelaide, Australia this November 2-18, 2012.

Ms. Riza shared that she started joining swimming competition at the age of six at the Novice Swimming Competition and attended trainings such as the Training for Batang Pinoy, Palaro, Milo Olympics and the Swim and Survive Philippine Life Saving.

Along with all the trainings she had, she also met some obstacles such as financial, hardships during trainings, frustrations, and pains that come with the trainings. She is motivated in joining swimming competitions by the doubts of others, especially those people who don't believe in her capability just because she is a big woman. She confided that her greatest motivation is her passionate love of sports.

She joined for the upcoming Life Saving World Championships last summer,

April 2012 in Bacolod City as a solo competitor from Mindanao. She was chosen as one of the Philippine team by winning four events namely 100m Mannequin Carry, 100m Mannequin Tow, and 50m Without Fins for the Pool category and Run Swim Run for the Beach Category. By winning the events and recognized as one of the top ten winners, she is qualified to be part of the team Philippines.

Amazingly, among the team members of Philippines, she is the youngest female Bronze Medallion Awardee. She will be competing in six events, the 200m Super Life Saver, 100m Mannequin Medley, and the four events she won in Bacolod last summer, in the upcoming World Championships in Australia.

As of press time, Ms. Riza is currently preparing for the upcoming competition and is training herself and fighting to win as much as she could for according to her winning in Australia this will be the fulfillment of her dream to represent the country in global swimming competitions.

The said competition will be participated by delegates from 126 countries around the globe. It is the first time that Philippines is joining the competition by sending a team composed of ten.

Molo during the awarding of Life Saving World Championships (photo credits by Riza Molo)

CON ranks 10th in the Nursing Board Exam

by Cleve C. Ulalo

Denim E. Maghanoy from the th College of Nursing, ranked 10 in the Nurse Licensure Exam given last June 30-July 1, 2012 leading the other 96 passers from MSU-IIT. The results were released by the Professional Regulation Commission sometime in August. Only 27,823 out of 60,895 takers passed the said Examination given by the Board of Nursing in the cities of Manila, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Dagupan, Davao, Iloilo, Laoag, Legazpi, Lucena, Nueva Ecija, Pagadian,Pampanga, Tacloban, Tuguegarao and Zamboanga.Bruce Rhick A. Estillote, one of the test takers from IIT shared his experience on how he prepared for the exam.

IIT Grad on Top

by Danica T. Vallejo & Dimple G. Cabasis

Siblings On The Ramp Spotlight

by Amie Rose M. Lacaya & Steffi Dawn C. Ilagan

Pageants. This word creates pictures of beautiful people walking like kings and queens on stage ramps.

Sophisticatedly walking with glamor and wit along with their gorgeous smiles and winking eyes.

Beauty, Brains, Character - the qualities that the Mr. and Ms. IIT pageant adopt as a paradigm and is a must for every candidate to possess. Each pair is indeed the true cream of the crop of their respective schools and colleges.

But this year's pageant has a unique story to tell, behind the stage walks and fancy talks. If you have been an avid spectator of the pageant, and have come across the mini-theater and watch the Mr. and Ms. IIT Speech Contest, as well as in the crowd during the presentation of the candidates last Palakasan Opening and haven't missed the Pageant Night itself, it would be very impossible if you haven't notice this pair from the College of Nursing.

What makes them awesomely noticeable, aside from their gorgeous looks, is their identical family names. The idea may sound very rare, but yes, they are siblings who joined the pageant together.

Ms. Maggie Benazir O. Bonsubre, crowned as Ms. IIT 2012 and Mr. Mikhail Ronald O. st Bonsubre, Mr. IIT, 1 -runner up are from the Little Hongkong of the South, Pagadian City.

Mikhail is the eldest among four siblings.

Maggie is next to him and is the only daughter in the family.

Both are Junior students of CON. This pair landed their way to MSU-IIT after transferring from one school to another.

According to Maggie, they chose IIT not only because it is just four hours away from their hometown, but more importantly, they believe that it offers the quality of education

that everyone deserves.

Maggie was hailed as the 1 st runner-up of the Search for Mr. and Ms. CON last February. She represented her college for this year's Mr. and Ms. IIT pageant because the current Ms. CON titlist has already graduated last March. On the other hand, Mikhail was appointed by the CON-EC as their representative for their college. He confessed his hesitance in joining the pageant at first; it was for the reason that he preferred playing with the basketball team more than joining pageants. “Captain ko sa basketball team namo, so nideny jud ko,” he admitted.

When the two of them were asked about their feelings in joining the pageant together, Maggie automatically described the awkwardness that she felt about being with her brother. But as they went along, the idea of them being siblings has become their edge knowing that they are already comfortable with each other. When it comes to their gestures during the pageant, Maggie said, “Murag symbol of being casual, nga murag dli mi kelangan mag pretend na niani mi ka close and all.” On the other hand, Mikhail's point of view is he considered the experience as an opportunity to experience something new, “pero this time kay bonding with new friends, new faces then kami kay usually, pamilya magkuyog then karon kay it's all new people man gud.”

As for being a protective brother, Mikhail emphasized that he is not overprotective that he limits his sister all the time. He treats his sister fairly and guides her firmly. He also acknowledged that the presence of his sister boosts his confidence for the pageant. He trusts in the idea that his sister's experiences in joining pageants are enough to make him feel fine along the way.

He said that, “I had to be spiritually and mentally prepared first and what I did was read the Bible and pray a lot to boost up my faith in God. I also had to read and study a lot about the nursing concepts and answer as many questions as I could during our reviews to boost my confidence in taking the exam.

There were also pressures coming from my family, relatives, and friends. On my part, these were all good motivations to help me stay focus in my review. I just did not stop believing that everything would turn out right.”

CON has been bringing honor and glory to the Institute since 2008 by consistently being in the top three performing nursing schools in the country.

Mikhail was also very proud of his sister but he honestly said that he would have been prouder if the both of them made it. “Things already happened and His will has been done,” he said. On the other hand, the idea of his answer about respect was derived from his experiences.

They admitted that the both of them agree with each other only when it comes to food. They claimed to have different personalities and preferences. Maggie is the girly and the home buddy while Mikhail is the sporty and the social bug. When it comes to misunderstandings, both of them cannot think of anything about “major quarrels.”

They may have little disagreements about each other but never did they come to the point of hating each other for more than a day. Their parents taught them to as much as possible avoid quarrels and fights among them.

Maggie's most memorable moment during the pageant is every time her brother is called for an award, “Most memorable sguro sa ako kay kato gitwag sya sa top 3. Yehey naapil ming duha sa top 3, ma-proud amo parents.”

Mikhail's message for the students of IIT “You just have to do our best. Do our best to become good sons/daughter of our parents, to become good students of our teachers, to become a good classmate to our classmates, to become a good friend to our friends and also to become good servant of God.” to page 10

Engineering graduate Al Mon Dahan made it to the top with 88.55 percent rate in the Metallurgical Engineering Board Examination last August 27, 2012. He was followed by a UP graduate with an 86.50 percent rate. The examination took three days to finish, from August 25-27, 2012.

In a quick interview, Engr. Dahan shared that he can't believe what he has achieved. With his performance as a student, he shared that it was not a good example for students who desire to succeed in life.

Engr. Dahan shared that he first enrolled as a BS Accountancy student for a year but later found that he got the wrong course and decided to enter the world of Chemical Engineering Technology. It took him four years to finish the said course for some failure, withdrawn, dropped and 3.00 grades.

Despite those, he convinced himself to do something that not only he would be proud of but as well as his family.

Taking up BS Metallurgical Engineering was not in his plan since his grades were rejected by the Department he wants to pursue. He has no choice but to enroll in the BS Met Eng program even if he had no knowledge about the course. He was offered scholarship by EMAREAL Gold when he reached his last year in college.

When asked to give a message for students, this is what he said: “Just enjoy your college life, try to maintain the balance of your time, love your course and never forget Him up above.” He also shared his formula in life which is TRUST WITH G O D + P E R S O N A L R E L AT I O N S H I P = ABUNDANT LIFE. With those blessings, he is so thankful especially to God for giving him another chance to change his life.

CASSayuran SALUTES BOARD PASSERS

NCCA partners ABEO for Bukambibig 2012

by Floraime Pantaleta

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) partners with MSU-IIT's AB English Organization (ABEO) of the College of Arts and Social Sciences for their annual “Bukambibig”. The poetry reading event held last August 13 at MSUIIT's College of Education Amphitheater featured poems from prominent poets in the country namely Anthony L. Tan, Christine F. Godinez-Ortega, and German V. Gervacio.

Also featured were poems of Nancy N. Allen, Gracian Paul R. Tidor, and Lewey T. Jimoya.

After the opening remarks by Professor Rosemarie B. Purganan, MSU-IIT's English Department Chair, Christine Godinez-Ortega, the Vice Head and OIC of the National Comission for Culture and Arts, also one of the poets to read her poems in the event, delivered a message saying she is glad to have the event happen in MSU-IIT and then thanked the audience for their participation. The poetry reading commenced after the introduction of the first set of readers by third year AB English student, Katherine Aine G. Codas.

A recipient of the First Prize of Don Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature in the Poetry category for his

“Poems for Muddas” in 1993 among many other literature awards and citations, Anthony L. Tan, who was also teaching at the MSU-IIT's College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) Department of English was the first one called in to read three of his poems.

“Crossing the River”, a poem that was transcreated on stage by the Integrated Performing Arts Guild (IPAG) and one that won the second prize in the 2002 Palanca was the first one to be read followed by “Torch Song” and “A Letter to Ling”.

The second reader who also teaches at the Department of English of CASS and a regular panelist at Iligan National Writers Workshop, Christine F. GodinezOrtega read first a poem by her deceased husband entitled “Tinago Pool” then proceeded to read two of her poems. First was “The Hours” which she says was inspired by the novel Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf and the book by Michael Cunningham of the same title as the poem.

The next poem was entitled “Poem for Lippo.”

German V. Gervacio, playwright, fictionist, and poet, recipient Palanca Awards for both poetry and fiction, and

D O O D L E I t

IIT’s Literary Gems: Prof. German V. Gervacio, Prof. Anthony L. Tan, and Prof. Christine F. G. Ortega

associate professor of the Department of Filipino of CASS, read his poems “Itay” and “Maniniwala ka ba sa Madyik?”

The second set of poets, introduced

by AB English student, April Al Ian T. Jacob, was composed by Professor Nancy N. Allen, MSU-IIT AB English graduate and Cebuano poet, Gracian Paul R. Tidor, and ABEO VicePresident and student writer, Lewey Jimoya.

Nancy N. Allen, saying her genre was gothic, read her poems entitled “Post Mortem Grief”, “Labyrinth”, and “Ghosting.”

Gratian Paul R. Tidor who wrote his poems in the local dialect of Cebuano read “Pagpanglaba,” “Pagpangita sa Kalipay”, and “Kabahin sa akong Damgo.”

Lewey Jimoya read his poems “The Daily Hypocrites”, “She, the Friend”. His last poem was a Cebuano translation of the poem “Richard Cory” by Edwin Arlington Robinson of the same title.

An open forum was conducted for

20 minutes after the poetry reading. A Time Capsule ceremony of the AB English Organization (ABEO) then followed initiated

by Professor Rabindranath S. Polito and Professor Maria Theresa B. Panzo. The ceremony had students of the organization write their poems which were to be placed inside a time capsule only to be read when they are about to graduate from the program.

The book launching of Mr. Gracian Paul R. Tidor followed after the ceremony. His book entitled “Dakop-Dakop sa Kahayag ug Anino” was a collection of Anthony L. Tan's poems in Cebuano.

Rabindranath S. Polito gave the closing remarks.

(This is the report submitted to the National Commission for Culture and the Arts.)

Two in One Live Shows (Sisa meets Simsimi & Ibyang Alingagngag)

by Dimple G. Cabasis

by Pierre Randal Sansarona

buhay Komiks; buhay ang komiks nina Fritz at Eunice

This semester, the Department of Filipino and other Languages through the Artiste group brought to stage two spectacular performances. The group presented “Sisa meets Simsimi” and “Kung Bakit Umakyat sa Overpass si Ibyang Alingagngag.” The plays were written by Prof.

German V. Gervacio and directed by Prof.

Reynado B. Tiosen.

The tragic-comedy plays depicted out-of-this-world characters but with very strong messages on the aftermath of Sendong as well as the life of an IIT student.

Sisa meets Simsimi is a story of a mother longing for her two children who left her. If you are familiar with Jose Rizal's famous Noli Me Tangere then surely you already know the character of Sisa.

Sisa's character in the play was perfectly acted by Misty Diane Gomez. After all her cries in searching for the lost, she has this idea that a genie in a kettle might help her find her two children. After rubbing a kettle, a genie acted by Marilyn Manggas came out and Sisa gave her wish. But the genie gave Sisa vague information on how to find her lost children.

Then Sisa met Madame Tweety acted by Chiesn Kay Serano who is a fortune teller with an entertaining expression which is common to all- “Oh my god!” Since she has the ability to tell something about unknown things, Sisa hoped that Madame Tweety could somehow help her to find where her

children are. Madame Tweety told Sisa that there are three people whom she has lost instead of two. However, Sisa gained nothing from Madame Tweety on how to find her children and was instead introduced to a new personality who could help her to solve her problem and it was Mayor acted by Airen Sajulga, the mayor in their place. The Mayor who is so busy with her phone talking to people with her famous opening line, “Hello, oo si Mayor to, yes, this is me” irritates Sisa.

Until such time the Mayor finally talked to Sisa and called SPO123 Lacoste Bebe to help Sisa and brought her to the police station.

SPO123 Lacoste Bebe played by Val Patrick Pati-an with his big stomach is so busy playing with his computer instead of serving the public. He left Sisa in the station with a promise that he will find her two lost children but with the condition that Sisa will not do anything like moving her body until the time he comes back.

Sisa got so tired of waiting so she took the computer of the policeman and used it to have her own way of finding her children.

Sisa then meets Simsimi played by Jestoni Cabalhin. Sisa typed the names of her son and daughter but Simsimi only replied “no response.”

Meeting him in person reminds Sisa of her children's past experience that she considered his son Crispin acted by Klint Japhet Lapinig as a very good son as he was always in school. to page 7