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Volume XIV • No. 6• The Central Student Publication of Wesleyan University - Philippines • June - August 2013

Dr. Gladys Mangiduyos gives her perspective against the PDAF scam to DWUP-FM announcer, Mark Anthony Miranda. photo by J. Maderazo

News

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Opinion

Aniag withdraws 2.25 cutoff on scholarship programs ven before the Statue of Liberty was built and opened, the golden but abstract tower of corruption has... on page 10

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by Jerome O. Estavillo

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wanan ang maruming pulitika. Alisin ang bulok na sistema!”

This was the fierce message of Dr. Gladys Mangiduyos during the ‘suddenly-held’ noise barrage at the university grounds last August 29 trashing any form of corruption.

The barrage ultimately aimed to im-

by Rolando C. Iniwan, Jr.

Sports

dum last July 9 specifying changes in graduation honor policy.

According to the memo, a student who completes his course with no failing grade and has an average of 1.51 – 1.75 and minimum grade of 2.25 shall graduate as

a Cum Laude, a student with an average of 1.26 – 1.50 and minimum grade of 2.00 shall be qualified for Magna Cum Laude, and a student with an average of 1.00 – 1.25 and a minimum grade of... turn to page 5

Aniag bares plans at Leader’s Consecration ‘13

by Maria Jubelle Legaspi

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facade of EZE building for the assembly.

Participants swarmed around the campus which lasted for about 10 minutes and paused in front of the administration building for their speech.

Mangiduyos said that the occurrence of their goal is in view of the Methodism founder John Wesley’s upholding of social holiness in the community.

Student leaders also added that any form of corruption in the... turn to page 5

‘Be the next PMC delegate’ —Mamauag

WU-P revises graduation honor policy In view of Wesleyan University – Philippines’ objectives for producing competitive graduates, the Office of the University Registrar issued a memoran-

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pede not only the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF), also known as pork barrel, but also the corruption crisis in the country.

All the participants including the deans, heads, faculty and staff, student leaders, student writers and volunteers put their support in the movement through attendance.

“Makibaka! Huwag makibaboy,” elementary students shouted as they marched from their department to the

Wesleyan University- Philippines’ (WU-P) President Pacifico B. Aniag publicized his plans for the betterment and development of the university during the Leader’s Consecration 2013 at the university auditorium last August 5.

As he said in the president’s address, “Ang administrasyong ito ay patuloy na umiisip,

nagpaplano at gumagawa ng paraan upang makasabay sa hindi maiiwasang pagbabago”, his regime is set to create a task force to empower his ‘ten-point’ agenda for the development of WU-P. The president proposed to offer Senior High School as part of the K to 12 program before 2016. He also said that he will provide ways to prepare teachers for them to be able to teach on the program. Aniag planned to

improve facilities and construct additional laboratories to provide more quality education as prescribed by DepEd in the K12 program.

Furthermore, as required by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Economic Community (ASEANEC), the university will also offer new courses in line with the Framework of Qualification which will... turn to page 4

by John Mark Paynor

After the assembly, Edisen Flores Mamauag, a fifth year student from the College of Engineering, encouraged students who aspire to be the next representative of the province to the Philippine Model Congress to do all the best they can for their goals.

Mamauag represented Nueva Ecija, as he joined the other delegates of the different cities and provinces of the country in the Philippine Model Congress held at the Philippine Senate last July 27-28.

Philippine Model Congress is a simulation of the legislation process of both House of Representative and the Senate.

It aims to give the youth an opportunity to be heard by the country’s\ leaders, increase awareness on national issues, and create a community... turn to page 2

WU-P suspends classes due to Labuyo, Maring

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Head Current News & Events

Volume XIV • Issue No. 6 | June-August 2013

WU-P offers prayers to Maring, Habagat victims

by Glennel Reyes and Avee Rose Toledo

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ue to the negative reactions and unfavorable response from non-academic scholars of the university regarding the issue of 2.25 cut-off of grades to qual-

ify for the scholarship program, Hon. Pacifico Aniag, university president, decided to revoke his resolution of implementing the condition.

This matter is due to the memorandum disseminated by the Office of the President last November 15 regarding the guidelines on scholarship the program of the university. It was stated on the memo that scholarship grants for alumni, faculty and staff children, dance troupe, concert chorus, and TELON members, athletes, church workers, publication staffers, college governors, and supreme student council officers should have no grade lower than 2.25 or with an average grade of 84-86.

After the note from the president was publicized, students had petitioned and reacted upon the cancelled changes.

Based on the statement given by Prof.

Michael M. Santos, Director, Office of Student Affairs (OSA), the number of

non-academic scholars would decrease by 70 percent if the cut-off would be fully implemented, so he clarified that there will be no longer 2.25 cut-off.

He further stated that the reason for pulling back the scholarship is the burden of the students in maintaining their grades. The administration admitted that if this deal were implemented, the number of scholars would be unavoidably lessened.

Meanwhile, Santos clearly stated that more non-academic scholars can still enjoy the scholarship program as they put their full effort in nurturing their skills and talents and continue to give honor and victory to the university. ‘’It’s like an answered prayer talaga na hindi natuloy yung 2.25 cut-off na ‘yun kasi talagang mahihirapan kami at siguradong mawawala yung scholarship namin. Salamat sa kanila,” one of the alumni scholars said.

Mones emphasizes teamwork importance on HRIM Seminar

by Rose Ann Pangilinan

Stressing the importance of team building, Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Institution Management (BSHRIM) students, in cooperation with the College Local Council, held a seminar at the HRIM Function Hall, July 6.

With the theme “One for all, All for one”,

the activity aimed to develop the students’ interpersonal skills, which is a necessary ability on their chosen profession.

Dr. Erlinda C. Mones, as the University’s Vice President for Administration and Finance, shared her experiences and lessons that she learned to inspire the students.

She also dicussed to the participants the essential aspects of working with a

team in reaching certain goals.

Mones encouraged all the participants to practice what they learned on exercises and activities they did during the seminar.

“Siguro ngayon, mas nalinawan na ‘ko sa dapat kong gawin para maging successful in the near future. Yung natutunanko dito, I will forever take it,” said one of the students.

Boosting Filipino language awareness...

WU-P celebrates Buwan ng Wika ‘13

To strengthen awareness of the national language, students from all colleges of Wesleyan University – Philippines united to celebrate the Buwan ng Wika at the university auditorium last August 22.

In line with the national theme “Wika Natin and Daang Matuwid”, the program reinforced appreciation of the Filipino language among the students.

Following the event, chosen representatives of all colleges compete in the different contests relating to Buwan ng

by Jerome Estavillo

The dean, faculty, staff and students of College of Education (COEd) and Wesley Divinity School (WDS) lent their hands through performances and services offered for the calamity victims, held at the university chapel last August 22.

With songs of hope and prayers for the for the victims, Dr. Gladys Mangiduyos, headed the mass through the help of Holy Club.

The event aimed to extend the university’s hand to the victims of typhoon Maring and Habagat rains through solemn performances from different groups of people.

by Rolando C. Iniwan, Jr.

To further improve the spread of information for every students, Genré, the central student publication of Wesleyan University – Philippines (WU-P) gears up for the installation of two information dissemination systems (IDS) to be set this month.

The systems comprise the seven LCD Screen Monitors and the University Text Blast.

LCD Screens aim to provide the students real-time updates and announcements through visualized representations. It also minimizes the

Wika.

As the audience enjoyed the program prepared for them at the auditorium, essay writing and poster making contest went on at the EZE Laboratory and lobby.

Grand winners of various competitions include Edisen F. Manauag (COE) for Public Speaking category, Mr. Cabrera (CONAMS) for Solo Singing category, Mary Ann Liwag (COE) for Essay Writing category, Rose Ann Galope (CBA) for Poster Making category, and selected COE students for Ethnic Dance.

The event closed with a rich visual spectacle as students from participating colleges competed for this year’s “Lakan at Lakambini ng Wika”. The stage became a fashion runway as they presented themselves to the crowd wearing their modern take on the traditional Filipino baro at saya.

Patrick G. Angeles (CCS) and Shyril Gay Lumibao (CAS) stunned the judges with their faces and brains. They were crowned as the Lakan at Lakambini ng Wika.

in the on-the-spot contest and best photo for place category in the 4th Photo Exhibit conducted by the Nueva Ecija Snappers held last September 17-24 at Megacenter The Mall.

“Sa on-the-spot photo contest, hindi ko na

inasahang mananalo ako at lalo na sa photo exhibit kasi nga ang daming magagaling at halos lahat Minalungao at taong putik ang mga ginamit na photo” according to Maderazo.

The photo exhibit lasted for eight days while the on-the-spot photo contest was only to be captured around the mall’s premises.

Delegates of the contest came from different cities and municipalities of the province.

photo by K.Sagun

Dr. Mangiduyos said on a part that the program was not the end of their campaign but only the start.

Proving this, the organizers started collecting relief goods from the volunteers and offered themselves for the betterment of the sufferers.

The whole community of WU-P also anticipates that this is not really the end in helping the nation, but the beginning for its transformation.

Maring and Habagat hit the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) on the third week of August leaving casualties and property losses. Eventually, PAGASA declared class suspensions in some areas of Luzon.

Genré plans to initiate two IDS

be the next PMC... page 1 of young people committed to nation building.

He opined that in order to be the next delegate of the province to the parliament, one must think of advocacies which they want to promote seriously, to be actively engaged in community activities and to dig deeper into current events and situations in country.

Mamauag also revealed that reviewing how to create bills and resolutions, understanding Robert’s Rule of Order, doing a benchmark on adoptable laws from other countries, visiting the Philippine Model Congress website, and simply putting the Philippines into heart and mind are necessary.

The Wesleyanian qualified to be the representative of Nueva Ecija for the congress because of the presidential positions he held in the Supreme Student Council, Rotaract Club of Cabanatuan City and Philippine Association of Campus Leaders, along with his participation as a Filipino Ambassador to the Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths (JENESYS).

Shyril Gay Lumibao (left) strikes a pose as the lakambini during the Buwan ng Wika ‘13.

by Jeremiah Santos

Ptr. Abraham Natividad leads the closing prayer for Maring and Habagat victims. photo by J.Estavillo

posting of papers on walls for message distribution purposes.

The University Text Blast, likewise, aims to individually inform students class suspensions and other urgent announcements for a faster circulation through messages in their cellphones.

The LCD Screens, will be installed at Main Gate Hallway, Mańacop Building, Adminsitration Building, Computer Science Building, Auditorium Lobby, University Foodcourt and EZE Building.

Genre and the administration hope for its success, for they believe that it will benefit everyone in the university.

His familiarity in creating resolutions as a former College of Engineering Representative and Deputy Speaker to the Supreme Student Council also helped him to be selected for the assembly.

He was also chosen by his colleagues and the Executive Board of the Philippines to be the Committee Chairman 5 that is composed of 100 young legislators.

“I felt the pressure because I knew then that what I will be handling is a committee composed of the cream of the crop, the chosen few, those who have fighting spirit and patriotism were indubitably high and those who have a brighter hope for our fatherland,” he said.

Meanwhile, Mamauag’s future plans as a representative of the Philippine Model Congress includes the promotion of deeper patriotism among youth, empowerment of youth involvement, search for more bills or resolutions and the aim for higher level of experience through participation in Model United Nations.

Maderazo wins Nueva Ecija photography tilt

by Rolando C. Iniwan, Jr.

Themed “Capturing Nueva Ecija”, JervinMaderazo, 3rd Year BS Information Technology student grabs the second place

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Board Member Belinda Palilio, Mr. Henry Eslaya, Hanuel and Bada Academic and Personality Development Inc., Ford Cabanatuan, Mazda, Caffe La Tea and 89.7 DWU-P FM stood as the major sponsors of the event.

The Central Student Publication of Wesleyan University - Philippines

Current News & Events June-August 2013 | Volume XIV • Issue No. 6

Genré gears up for academic year 2013-2014 Iniwan appointed as new editor-in-chief

The editorial board for academic year 2013-2014

photo by J.Maderazo

by Rolando C. Iniwan, Jr. & Brenda Lynne P. Aguilar

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s part of the prepaRation of Genré, the central student publication held its year-end evaluations last March 1 for the appointment of its editorial board for the school year 2013-2014.

The evaluation was organized by the outgoing senior staff writers namely, Julie Ann E. Luna (former Editor-in-Chief), Raniel C. Cabato (former Sports Editor) and Ronnel Simbulan (former Staff Writer). Undergraduate staff and new aspiring writers also went through competitive examination.

Comprising the new executive board and section editors for the upcoming school year are: Rolando C. Iniwan, Jr., 4th Year BS Accounting Technology (editor-in-chief); Alvy V. Toledo, 3rd Year AB Psychology (associate editor); Kevin Rey P. Sagun, 4th BS Information Technology (managing editor/ Layout Artist); Brenda Lynne P. Aguilar, 3rd AB Mass Communication (head for circulations/ development communication editor); Jan Adrian F. Delos Santos, 2nd Year BS Medical Technology (news editor); Jerome O. Es-

tavillo, 3rd Year BSAcT (opinion editor); Rhounee Ron Kevin D. Frany, 3rd Year AB Mass Com (feature editor); Lexter G. Clemente, 3rd Year BS Accountancy (Literary Editor); Jomar P. Silva, 2nd Year AB (sports editor); Maria Lilibeth E. Cabral, 3rd Year BS Business Administration major in Financial Management (art editor).

Furthermore, Faith Chloe G. Patacsil, 2nd Year AB; Noel Vincent L. Domingo, 2nd Year BSED major in Biological Science; Don Patrick M. Galisanao and Eligio G. Cruz, III, 2nd Year BSA; Ruth M. Toledo, 1st Year AB and Rose Ann P. Pangilinan, 2nd Year BS Hotel and Restaurant Institution Management were assigned as staff writers while Avee Rose L. Toledo, 3rd Year BSA; Patricia Ann P. Navarro, 2nd Year BSBA-FM; Jan Ronielle R. Pangilinan, 4th Year BSIT; Glennel C. Reyes, 3rd Year BSA and Ephraim G. Pascua, 1st Year BSA were selected as researchers.

As of now, the whole editorial board exerts effort for the betterment and improvement of the publication, as it continues being number one, not only in Nueva Ecija but also in Luzon.

Wupfsa marks 26 years of service

by Jerome Estavillo

Celebrating its 26 years in the service, Wesleyan University-Philippines Faculty and Staff Association (WUPFSA) rejoiced on its founding anniversary and 8th WUPFSA Day at the university gymnasium last August 30.

Inline with the theme “WUPFSA @26: Keeping the Flame of Noble Service towards Maintaining Industrial Peace and Harmony”, WUPFSA officers and members celebrated what the union has achieved and the current industrial peace of rank and file employees and the management.

Union President Prof. Corazon Gonzales stated on the President’s hour the cur-

rent status of WUPFSA. She also voiced out the basic compensation scheme (BCS) of employees and collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Meanwhile, Mrs. Gorgonia Aquino welcomed the new union members and further opened the application for membership.

The program started with a parade in the university grounds and a thanksgiving service blessed the celebration.

The organizers brought fun in the celebration by facilitating bingo, parlor games and videoke challenge.

To give way the celebration, university president Mr. Pacifico Aniag declared WUPFSA day as a university holiday where all classes in all levels were suspended.

CCS, CoE grabs first spot in Ideaspace ‘13

by Jerome A. Sibuma and Cristofer C. Licuanan

Angeles City — Wesleyan University - Philippines - College of Computer Studies’ (CCS) emerged champion as one of its two entries entitled ‘Apollo’ hailed as the grand winner out of the 60 competitors in IdeaSpace Bootcamp held at Angeles University Foundation (AUF) last July 13.

Ideaspace is a program which aims to help budding technology entrepreneurs to develop groundbreaking solutions and transform them into commercially successful products.

Team Apollo was composed of two 3rd level BSIT students namely Louise Ivan Payawal and Angela Cassandra Mamuri together with Oliver Gray Padolina, 4th year BSEE student, accompanied by their adviser Mr. Christopher Joy C. Dugtong.

After passing the preliminary competition, they brainstormed their ideas as they move forward and were included to the 10 teams which vied for the next round.

The competing teams began their pitches with a time limit of 3 minutes for pre-

sentation and 2 minutes for question and answer.

Apollo captured the top spot followed

by TransPital, and WowSpace, qualifying them automatically for the national level which comprises 50 entries.

Meanwhile, Team’s Capsule propos-

al tackled the technological innovation called ‘Apollo’. It is a combination of both hardware and software technology for mobile devices that can convert renewable energy source to mobile battery charge. It also allows sharing of battery power wirelessly.

students took the examination.

Comprising the league of new certified bookkeepers are Geneva F. Aliga, Grelaiza S. Antonio, Leila Victoria R. Antonio, Alyssa Mae M. Arcilla, Kristine D, Asuncion, Danica Joy T. Banta, Ivan R. Bernardo, Maricris A. Carpio, Clahries A. Danao, Emarie A. Dionisio, Kenno B. Elivera, Arvene C. Flores, Guillermo DC. Galang, Jr., Ma. Vicky DG. Gonzales, Madelyn D. Hudencial, Annalyn F. Julian, Carlo Cezar C. Lajum, Ida Czarine C. Lopez, Darrvaphne V. Macapillar, Juvylyn L. Manlu-

soc, Bernard DG. Marian, Ma. Nerissa P. Monilla, Ma. Regina C. Obedoza, Dyna Jay J. Padua, Sheddie Anne R. Panahon, Monica O. Piadozo, Jamila M. Rabusa, Kathleen M. Reyes, Sarah Joy B. Santiago, Abigail A. Sinica and Jennifer G. Tingson.

According to the Topnotch, successful passers of the part one examination are immediately eligible to apply as CB member of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers in United Kingdom (UK), the largest bookkeeping institute in the world with over 150,000 members globally.

CCS, CoE undergo curriculum revamp

by Kevin Rey P. Sagun

College of Business and Accountancy (CBA) of Wesleyan University-Philippines claimed 100% passing rate in the recent Certified Bookkeeper (CB) Examination held in Cabanatuan city, April 29, 2013.

Topnotch Certified Accounting Technicians (CAT) Review Center organized the examination wherein 31 students from Nueva Ecija which composed of Wesleyan graduate and undergraduate

WU-P suspends classes due to Labuyo, Maring

Stranded. WU-P students find their way due to non-stop rainfall. photo by K.Sagun

by Don Patrick Galisanao

Wesleyan University – Philippines

(WU-P) administrative officials cancelled all classes in all levels due to the non-stop rainfall and floods caused by tropical storms Labuyo and Maring last August 12 and August 20 re-

spectively.

Around 7:30 PM on August 11, Office of the Academic Affairs and Office of the university president disseminated an advisory suspending classes on August 12.

It is in response to PAG-ASA’S declaration of classes cancellations in the Province of Nue-

COED SP class unveils sex and sexuality in a forum

by Noel Vincent Domingo

“Sa sandaling sarap, maglalaho

ang pangarap”- this was the challenge of Dr. Marietta A. Teaño, as she spoke in the Special Topic Class Forum about Sex and Sexuality last August 4.

The forum was conducted by Special Topics class with a title of Unveiling Sex and Sexuality and held at the university amphitheater; this was joined by SP, Values Education, Child and Adolescent and other concern students.

Also, the forum tackled the meaning of sex and sexuality, teenage pregnancy and its risks, predicators in late sex affair and self-efficacy.

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Payawal together with his teammates and adviser during the IdeaSpace bootcamp.

The said program started with a prayer and singing of the national anthem; followed by greetings from Dr. Cecilia V. Lucena, College dean; an opening remarks led by Dr. Gladys P. Mangiduyos, the adviser of SP class; an open forum was executed at the last part of the forum.

Dr. Gladys P. Mangiduyos, SP I adviser ex-

pressed her views and she strongly said “We talk about things that are not talkled in Wesleyan” Special Topics I enable teacher-students to pursue areas of special interest in the field of education. It’s supported by regularly scheduled workshops, forums and seminars sponsored by the college or by a recognized institution or organization.

va Ecija caused by Storm Warning Signal # 3.

Offices were also closed to ensure the security of all school personnels, students and their families.

Classes resumed on Aug. 13, Tuesday, as Labuyo left the province.

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Head Current News & Events

Volume XIV • Issue No. 6 | June-August 2013

SSC marks its first 100 Days on Cabanatuan City implements a high note plastic-free ordinance Community News To implant environmental concern...

new buildings in the Avanceña lot where the north gate and motorpool department is placed. He is considering the possibility of installing air-conditioners in the gymnasium without reconstructing the entire structure.

The university plans to construct a playing area infront of Administration as a preparation for the hosting of PRISAA meet in December.

Aniag also proposed to tighten the alumni association of the university. He will seek to conduct programs and raise funds that will be used for the further development of the campus.

In addition to these, Aniag proudly said the

expansion of the Wesleyan University Medical Center (WUMC) building. The hospital serves not only as a training ground of nursing students but also a topnotch private hospital in Nueva Ecija. He is very optimistic that the hospital will help the university in establishing the College of Medicine, which is set to be the first in the province.

The president conversed, that the most important part of being a Wesleyanian is the strong spiritual life. He sets to empower campus ministry in the university. As he mentioned that WU-P students should have ‘fear in God’, he also said that everyone in the university should practice critical thinking.

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o hinder non-biodegradable materials which are commonly thrown at a dump site at Brgy. Valle Cruz and to resolve the environmental problem of the city with the plastic waste, the Office of the City Mayor of Cabanatuan passed the Ordinance 015-2012 also known as ‘No to Plastic Ordinance’.

The office started to disseminate notices in populous areas in the city last June. The new city decree to start on September 1 prohibits the use of plastic bags and Styrofoams in commercial and grocery establishments.

The ordinance requires market-goers in the city premise to use eco-bag or baskets when buying goods in supermarkets and groceries.

The ‘no to plastic’ campaign puts exception when buying wet goods, which cannot be supported by paper-manufactured containers.

The ordinance further prohibits offering and selling of plastic bags in all stores, markets, service providers, pharmacies and other establishments. Entities which will not comply with the ordinance will be subject for cancellation of business permits with fine as

No to plastic. The Cabanatuan City public market tenants are now prohibited to use plastic bags due to the city ordinance 015-2012. photo from Google.com

prescribed by law.

Violators of the ordinance, as provided by law, will pay Php 500 and conduct a 24-hour community service for the first offense, Php. 1000 fine and a 48-hour community service for the second offense and Php. 2000 plus imprisonment for the third offense.

However, even if it is not yet implemented

for the month of August, some business owners at supermarkets have already used ecological bags for purchasing their customers.

The city government sees scenario such as this as a good start for their objective to make Cabanatuan City as a plastic-free city like other highly urbanized cities in the Philippines, particularly in National Capital Region.

37 students encompass Genre’s editorial board

by. Rolando C. Iniwan, Jr. Editor-In-Chief

In order to provide the student with quality publications, Genré carried out its first competitive examination for the school year 2013-2014 last June 24-28.

Out of 26 students who took the examination, 13 managed to pass comprising Jeremiah Santos (1AB-1), -1) Arol Joy Li-

bao (1BSPT-1), Camille Dofredo (2BSED Major in English -1), Maria JubelleLegaspi (3AB Mass Communication), Joviroyce Nunez (3BSIT-1), Jerome Sibuma (3BSIT1), Mark Geoffrey Navea (3BSBA-FM-1), Jhon Mark Paynor (2AB1), CristoferLicuanan (3BSIT-1), Patrick Henry Inocillas (3BSCS-1), Lyn Lastimosa (1BSMT-1), Louise Ivan Payawal(3BSIT-1) and Jamai-

ca JoselleDela Cruz (1BSTM-1).

The qualifiers of the examination will be further observed and evaluated to eventually become a permanent staffer of Genre.

In general, the university publication has now 37 official members including the junior and senior staffers from the previous academic years.

EnrollmentStats Leading the highest number of enrollees this semester, the College of Business and Accountancy records 1579 students in its premises this first semester AY 2013-2014 with a 1.09% increase compared to last semester.

The College of Nursing and Allied Medical Sciences gains 1251 enrollees this year wherein it experienced a 1.87% increase.

With a 2.11% hike, the College of Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management is third most populated having 823 students.

The College of Computer Studies gained a 3.37% increase with 529 students while the College of Education, with a 19.6% increase, gained 512 students.

Meanwhile, the College of Engineering grew with a 1.41% and 503 students and the College of Criminal Justice Education had a 7.26% hike and 251 enrollees.

However, the College of Arts and Sciences dwindled with a 17.75% decrease and 241 enrollees.

by Rhounee Ron Kevin Frany Feature Editor

University officials during the leaders’ consecration. photo by K.Sagun

from Aniag bares ...page 1 ...qualify Wesleyan alumni to work and to be recognized particularly in the Southeast Asian region.

The president also aims to open a Language Center in the university. He said that professionals need to learn different language to help them comply with the standards of working abroad.

Meanwhile, to maintain the university status of Wesleyan, research programs will be strengthened. The Commission of Higher Education (CHED) requires a high standard of research to retain such status. Aniag’s ad-

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he start of the academic year 2013 – 2014 marked the reign of the new Supreme Student Council (SSC), as they looked for solutions to the existing school problems to promote the welfare of the students, and to protect them from any violation and inequality.

More than 100 days have already passed since the new SSC has been elected and started working alongside with the Office of Student Affairs, and Genré—the central publication of our university.

According to Juan Rolando Dizon, SSC President, their current focus is on creating campaigns that will help promote the well-being among the students and staff of the university, as well as those that will educate everyone about the local and national issues which will impact the university, one way or the other.

First Student Congress – “Preparing Minds for a New Beginning” This was an event exclusively attended by the School Administration, College Local Councils and the Supreme Student Council. Members of these organizations took an oath of service and were familiarized with their roles in the university.

Honesty and Integrity Drive – “Cheaters are Losers.” Visual materials were posted across the different college buildings, reminding all students about the implications of cheating towards their personality and future career.

University-Wide Membership Drive – “Lumipad, Lumawak, Lumakas.” This tapped on the different school organizations of Wesleyan University – Philippines and gave them the time to recruit new members. Some of the organizations that took part in this program include Telon (theater arts), Genré (campus journalism) and University Concert Chorus (musical performance), among others.

Cleanliness Drive – “A BottleField: No to Trash Blast” As an ongoing campaign as of this writing, this aims to make WU-P a “Zero Waste Zone”. SSC is still planning on how to engage everyone in this cause.

Campaign Against Violence and Vices – “No to V Virus: Vices Meets Violence” This was a university-wide campaign that informed students about the negative effects of vices and how such addictions can lead to acts of violence.

Free Drinks for Palarong Wesleyan – “Operation BIG UHAW” This was SSC’s way of serving the athletes of Palarong Wesleyan 2013 through sponsored beverages, thus replenishing their body after a tiring game.

So far, these are the accomplishments of the current Supreme Student Council, which could stand to prove that they are doing their duty to serve the students.

However, these campaigns still leave much to be desired, according to some students who expressed their dissatisfaction during an interview conducted prior to this report. Some said that the current SSC board lacks “tangible” outputs and the aggressiveness to execute their programs fast, while others claimed that they were not even aware that the organization exists at all.

Despite all these criticisms, many students still believe that the Supreme Student Council is not sleeping their duties off—a popular notion among college freshmen who were able to participate in various campaigns led by the student government.

According to Dizon, their organization has a lot of innovative plans to make Wesleyan University – Philippines a better place to study in. Some of the lofty ones include a University-wide Feedback System, an overpass between the College of Engineering (CoE) and College of Computer Science, and a centralized headquarters for all the College Local Councils, among others. However, each project and campaign proposal undergoes a stringent due process which could either realize their plans.

“I guess, that’s the disadvantage of having new officers every year. They have to start from 1 again; and an advantage because of new beginnings. However, it’s hard to start all over again…And with time and budget constraints, ang hirap pala gawin ng pagbabago all in two semesters,” a College Local Council president shared the same sentiment That statement summarizes the challenges that the Supreme Student Council is going through right now—in pushing project proposals for approval, and in making ends meet just to accomplish their plans within the limited resources.

Amidst all these, Dizon is still hopeful that the next turn of events will prove to be more productive for the Supreme Student Council. He also encourages all students to participate in each campaign and program that the organization prepares for them. That way, the school administration will see that each peso it releases for the SSC programs actually bears fruit—and does not merely go to waste.

“Hindi ako ang malakas, kundi sila, kayo…Nandito ako to lead or para masabi yung mga hinaing niyo, makagawa ng plano. Pero ang totoo niyan, kayo mismo ang malakas, yung mga estudyante, yung mga kasama ko,” Dizon voiced out.

by Jeremiah Santos

by Jerome O. Estavillo

ministration said that it is prepared to provide the needs for research, as well as the outreach programs. Thus, he encouraged the faculty members to pursue their doctoral degree as prescribed by CHEd. He said that the university is willing to offer more doctorate courses.

The administration will also link with the other institutions in different countries.

As said by Mr. Aniag, four colleges of the university are currently connected with foreign schools. Among those mentioned are Hyupsung University in South Korea, Emory University, West Virginia Wesleyan College and LaGrange College in USA. The univer-

sity’s linkages will still be continuous and expected to connect with more institutions.

The task force will also provide rules to assure higher passing rates in board examinations. Aniag commended the Selective Retention Policy (SRP) of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy program as well as the screening of Nursing graduates for licensure examination. The president looks forward to apply the same policy with licensure examination for teachers (LET), engineering, and criminology.

Aniag’s task force also planned to renovate the guidance office and the agriculture building to provide convenience to Wesleyanians.

The administration also proposed to construct

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Spyro Marco hailed as Ultimate Talentado

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from WU-P revises page 1 ...1.75 shall be referred Summa Cum Laude.

Furthermore, aspiring Cum Laude and Magna Cum Laude must be able to earn at least 75% of the units required in WUP, while a Summa Cum Laude needs 100% of the required units.

The memo also contained the traditional graduation requirements. It stated that no student shall be allowed for graduation unless he or she complies with all the academic and other requirements for graduation; completed at least one year of residence in the university immediately prior to graduation.

fter his Chinese Yoyo (Diabolo) exhibition in the Grand Finals of Talentadong Pinoy Worldwide: Battle Royal last August 18 at the Cuneta Astrodome in Pasay City, the Filipino people around the world chose Spyro Marco to be the Ultimate Talentado.

The 4th and the last champion of the said original talent show in the Philippines, Marco Angelo Bulaclac Betito in real life, 19, swayed the six other Hall of Famers comprising the power-belter Sor Apao, the illusionist JB Dela Cruz or Laserman, the soulful singer Rina Forbes, the contortionist Larvae, the hip-hop dance troup Nocturnal and the WCOPA (World Champion of Performing Arts) victor Haina Udin through various styles of playing his yoyo.

He surprised the competition’s six

judges composing of Edu Manzano, Jose Javier Reyes, Derek Ramsay, John Lapus, Sharon Cuneta and Judy Ann Santos who all gave him standing ovation.

“During the performance I was very nervous but I managed to perform well by using the most of what I can do to connect with the audience, and a lot of showmanship,” Betito said regarding his feeling about his performance.

He also added that he could not believe the moment when the hosts declared him as the winner.

All in all, he took home Php. 1,000,000 and house and lot as grand prizes, with additional Php. 20,000 for his title as the Texters Choice.

Meanwhile, Wesleyan University-Philippines, his current school, rejoiced on his triumph as his fellow students and the administration supported him on his battle.

Betito presently is taking up Bachelor

of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering on his second year. He was born and raised in New York, USA Betito stated that the discovery and development of his ability started by watching masters performing Chinese Yoyo in Disneyworld since childhood.

He said that he joined the talent search because his grandmother, Thelma, suggested him to join after he showed a demo routine and he wanted to expose him self more.

The ultimate champ also thinks that he has a unique and impressive talent, good enough for nationwide TV to be amazed.

His parents and grandmother, the directors of Talentadong Pinoy, Michael Jackson and God, he said, became his inspiration during his fight.

He thanked all the friends, schoolmates, supporters and God for his victory in the talent search.

Spyro Marco finishes his breathtaking performance at the SOWERS acquaintance party. photo by K. Sagun

‘Sa matinding init at malakas na ulan, tayo ay may masisilungan’

Former SSC erects connection path

Connections. The newly erected connection path offers students easier access around the campus grounds. photo by J. Maderazo by. Jeremiah C. Santos Researcher

With the aim to represent a connection among the students, the Supreme Student Council (SSC) and the School Administration, former Supreme Student Council constructed a connection path which was finished before the academic year 2013 – 2014 began.

The Connection Path costed P 477,584.00 to finish and was inaugurated on April 30,

2013. More than just shaded a path, it also connects different key places in the campus, including the John Wesley Park, Administration Building, Technology Building (CoE) and Research Building.

Led by its Former President Anne Clarice Malibiran, SSC intended the said project for the harsh elements of the weather. This will help everyone to have an access to their destination and even in getting transportation in times of unexpected flooding caused by

Walk of reform. Wesleyanians from different departments fill the school grounds for a protest against pork barrel. photo by J. Maderazo

heavy rains.

The entire pathway was elevated by almost 2 ft. to keep students from the occasional floodwater during every rains. Likewise, the walkway across the Admin Building and Technology Building features an elevated platform to help students cross safely, especially with the presence of campus vehicles.

Meanwhile, inline with their principle ‘relationship without right conncetion is meaningless’, they dedicated the said project

to the Lord, whom they believe the reason of their understanding of the real purpose of connections.

On the other hand, even before its completion, the student leaders expressed their gratitude to the University President Pacifico B. Aniag and his administration for their support to strengthen the connection in WU-P. They said that he is the only president who made the right conncetion, thus they called him ‘student centered leader’. from WU-P joins page 1 ...Philippine government and even in the university should be eradicated to gain progress for the nation and for every Filipino.

The event showcased their expression of oneness for the struggle against PDAF in support to the people who attended the Million People March at Luneta Park last August 26.

The post press conference made an avenue for Mangiduyos, Rev. Hubert Rigor, university chaplain and student leaders to express their calls regarding the corruption issue. This was broadcast over DWUP 89.7 FM. Dr. Mangiduyos with students of Konseho Critiko, Environmental Life (E-Life), Safe Space, Holy Club, and John Wesley Academy (JWA) lent their hands for the success of the event.

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CoEd tributes CAS faculty, CCJE turns monochrome mentors through students wear

Silhouette Affair their advocacies

by Jomar Silva Sports Editor

by Noel Vincent Domingo Junior Staff Writer

by Ruth Toledo Staff Writer

Criminology students rocked the Aracelli’s Restaurant last July 29, 2013 in their Acquaintance party, with the theme “White Swan meets the Black Swan”.

With having as a simple theme for an acquaintance party, criminology students showed other colleges that it wasn’t about the theme of the part but how you celebrate it.

Criminology students also showcased their God given talents during the celebration.

The night was filled with many intermission numbers. Juniors performed first and they raised the spirit of the bar, followed by the freshmen, sophomores and seniors who took the bragging rights and brought home the blue ribbon.

Meanwhile, with the presence of their dean and the college faculty and staff, the criminology department captured the essence of an acquaintance party which is to bring students together not for just one night, but also to show how closed their relationships are.

After four years in the college, senior education students honored their professors during their annual celebration of their Acquaintance Party at the University Gymnasium last August 2.

In line with the theme “Silhouette Affair”, the students captured the hearts of their mentors by giving a rose while singing the song ‘Kasama kang Tumanda’.

“Our professors serve as not only a giver of knowledge but also as a guide for us in crossing the struggles of future teachers like us so without them we will be sailed lost at sea and for that they deserved to be honored,” said by one of the 4th year education students.

Prof. Gladys P. Mangiduyos, on the other hand, headed the presentation of faculty, students in each year level and a video presentation of the E-life.

Meanwhile, Sharla Santillian of 1st year BsEd won the title in the beauty pageant segment of the event.

She will also represent the college to Bb. Palaro and Search for Mr. and Ms. Wesleyan 2014.

Furthermore, Febby Jade Costa crowned as the Face of the night and Joaquin Palmones as Most Elegant.

teaching force to gether with students of the College of Arts and Sciences rejoiced as they celebrated their annual acquaintance party at the university gymnasium last July 11.

Inline with the theme “AdvoCASsayahan”, the students showed off their self-made advocacy shirts, which highlighted the event.

During the program, Governor of College Local Council Jay Barral led the induction to his fellow officers.

Aside from the students who enjoyed the night, CAS Faculty and Staff as they boasted their talents like dancing the latest crazes.

Meanwhile, the new instructor under the college Prince Kennex Aldama serenaded the audience with his charm.

To energized all the participants, they played a dare game and held their much-anticipated segment Kalokalike portion.

COE stages Goin’ Bulilit

by Rolando C. Iniwan, Jr. & Brenda Lynne P. Aguilar Editor-in-Chief/DevCom Editor

With a children’s party inspired theme, the College of Engineering students dressed up in jumpers, pig-tails and shorts last July 18 at the University Gymnasium.

“May magagandang qualities ang mga bata. tinitingnan nila ang problema ng may ngiti sa labi sa ganoong paraan, dapat ang mga engineering students ay harapin ang hirap ng pag-aaral ng may mga ngiti sa labi at ng may magandang disposisyon para sa hinaharap” former COE professor, Engr. Rommel Simbulan said.

Moreover, Edisen Mamauag, emphasized “It relieved us from the stress of the world most especially sa hirap ng engineering studies even for a while and we felt that we are one with our professors”.

CONAMS struts CCS brags Rock Fire and Ice Prince and Princess

by Lyn Lastimosa Researcher

by Jerome Estavillo Opinion Editor

Gathering in their “rock and roll” party, the College of Computer Studies (CCS) bragged the search for rock prince and princess at the university gymnasium last July 12.

Janette Faustino and Paul Ivan Guevarra paved a way to be crowned as winners of the search.

Meanwhile, Patrick Angeles was hailed as the event’s star of the night.

The students surrounded the gymnasium by showing off their own interpretation of rock fashion.

Different sections presented various numbers which entertained the crowd.

College of nursing and allied medical sciences held their annual acquaintance party for welcoming freshmen with the theme of Fire and Ice last august 16, 2013.

The program was heated up with the intermission numbers from the selected students and with the surprise song intermission number from the dean, Mr. Norvin T. Miguel.

The highlight of the event was the search for the “Face of the night” wherein two boys was picked through the traditional voting, the most blaring applause by the crowd.

The students were given time to dance and acquaint with the other students accompanied by a live band and the event had ended at exactly 12o’clock in the midnight.

CBA dresses Republiq party

by Jerome O. Estavillo Opinion Editor

“... dress at your best.”

This was part of the message of College of Business and Accountancy (CBA) dean, Dr. Maria Victoria Mones, on their college acquaintance party and induction of officers last July 17 at university gymnasium.

CBA students, faculty and staff surrounded the event with their different attires. The organizers let the attendees to wear their own dress.

“This acquaintance party gave me freedom to wear what I want,” said one of the students.

The gathering aimed determine the get-up of CBA students with their relationship status by wearing colored glow-in-the-dark bracelets.

Meanwhile, the event was stunned by the performanc of the faculty and staff .

The college local council (CLC) lent their hands for the success of event.

CHRIM walks to Fame

by Rose Anne Pangilinan Staff Writer

Students and faculty of the College of Hotel, Restaurant and Institution Management (CHRIM) donned in their best Hollywood looks during their acquaintance party, themed Walk of Fame last August 8.

More than the usual program, the party boasted dance numbers based on critically acclaimed films performed by the fourth year students. Each block was also represented by their elegantly dressed muses, who were later presented with awards.

Some of the most talented students of the college, together with the HRIM Phoenix and the college governor Mary Eleanor Villena and her twin sister, Maria Leonora Villena – popularly known as the Twin Divas, graced the stage with their breathtaking production number.

The evening wrapped up with performances from live bands and an open dance floor for the students.

With new acquaintances and a strengthened bond around the college, it truly is a night to remember.

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Editorial

June-August 2013 | Volume XIV • Issue No. 6

‘Konti lang’

“Kamusta ang crush mo?”

Isang pangangamusta ang ibubungad sa bawat segundong pumapatak bago natin simulan ang pagtahak sa isang mundong maging ang ating katawang lupa ay pansamantalang hihiwalay sa mundong ating ginagalawan.

Hindi ito tungkol sa iyong inaakala.

Ito ay pangkaraniwan na sa ating lahat. Kamusta na nga ba ang iyong paghanga sa bawat pangyayari sa ating bayan, sa ating pamayanan at sa ating institusyon? Ang mga ito ba ay karapat-dapat pa nga ba nating hangaan?

“Ayos lang. kuya, nag-smile na siya sa’kin.”

Paminsan-minsan sa ating gobyerno, sapat na ang ‘pagpapagwapong’ ginagawa nila. Nakakatuwang isipin na kapag nagpagawa ng kalsada ang isang pulitiko, parang muling nabubuhay ang pambansang panlinis ng ngipin. KUTITAP. Kasabay pa ito ng pagkuha ng mga naglalakihang litrato nila na may hawak na pala na parang sila mismo ang nagbungkal. Pero hindi naiisip ng pangkaraniwang Pilipino na ang pinagawang kalsada ay matino pa sa kanila, nga ba?.

Ang nakikita ninyo ay hindi matatawag na progreso. Isa itong huwad na paraan ng paggawa ng mga bagay. Isinasabuhay nila ito upang mapagtakpan ang mas malalaking engkwentro na dapat bungkalin at usisain ngunit tayo rin ay nabulag at tila ba’y tuluyang nasilaw sa naglalakihang ngiti sa bawat tarapal na pinagkakagastusan nila na sa halip ay binibigay na lamang ang pera sa mamamayan. Hayaan mo, subukan naming kausapin si Napoles minsan baka sakaling bigyan niya tayo ng sampung bilyong kutitap.

“Smile ka din, ganito.”

Ngiti ka na lang sabay tawag kay Sarah at kumanta ng, “Kung ika’y nalulumbay ngiti ka lang, ngiti ka lang. At kahit ano pa man ay ngiti ka lang.” Becky, becky nasa’n ka?

Pagkatapos ng mga “pagbabagong” naganap, may bago nga ba talaga? Siyempre, tatanggapin na lang natin. Mabuti nga naman ‘di ba ito kesa wala? Kaya walang pag-unlad sa Pilipinas.

Oh teka. Filipinas na nga daw pala.

Nakita mo na ba? Pilit nilang binabago ang mga bagay na wala naman talagang malaking epekto sa bansa. Pero tayo, bilib na bilib na tila’y totoo nga ang mga sinasabi nila na malaki ang pagbabagong kalakip nito sa lipunan.

“Ganito?, Hindi, konti lang.”

Silang nagtatali-talinuhan na nag-aakalang tama lahat ng kanilang mga adhikain. Sandali lang, tama nga ba ang ating mga napapanood? “Ang barangay ay nakapagpundar ng sampung rubber boats”.

Pakiulit nga ang eksena. Ito nga ba ay matatawag na solusyon? O sadyang niyakap na nila problema. Pero sa kabilang banda, tayo ay humahanga sa kanilang mga ginagawa. Nagpapakatanga.

Ang pera ng gobyerno, hinding-hindi mauubos, pero ang pasensiya namin, konting-konti na lang.

Kaunti na lamang ang kayang tiisin ng madla upang patuloy na humarap sa mga maling persepsyon ng pag-unlad. Gumawa ka ng mga paraan upang gisingin ang mga pulitiko sa pagkakamaling ito at huwag hayaang tayo ang patulugin nila sa kasinungalingan.

Higit sa lahat, huwag manatiling bulag. Sapagkat sa pagkakabulag na ito, tayo ay madadapa at walang ibang aakay sa atin kundi tayo-tayo ring mga martir sa katotohanan.

Ang taong nagpapatangay sa agos ay mga walang sariling paninindigan. Hindi masamang sumalisi at maging iba. Kung ito ay para sa karapatan ng nakararami, bakit hindi mo ipaglaban?

EDITORIAL BOARD 2013-2014 PROGRESSIVE. UNBIASED. FEARLESS. ROLANDO C. INIWAN, JR. Editor-in-Chief ALVY V. TOLEDO Associate Editor KEVIN REY P. SAGUN Managing Editor

BRENDA LYNNE P. AGUILAR Head for Circulations/DevCom Editor JAN ADRIAN F. DELOS SANTOS News Editor JEROME O. ESTAVILLO Opinion Editor RHOUNEE RON D. KEVIN FRANY Feature Editor LEXTER G. CLEMENTE Literary Editor JOMAR P. SILVA Sports Editor MARIA LILIBETH E. CABRAL Art Editor JERVIN A. MADERAZO Photojournalist ANNE KLEIN Q. ROQUE; FREDDIERICK U. LADIGNON Cartoonists NOEL VINCENT L. DOMINGO; FAITH CHLOE PATACSIL; DON PATRICK M. GALISANAO; RUTH M. TOLEDO; ROSE ANN P. PANGILINAN; ELIGIO G. CRUZ, III Staff Writers AVEE ROSE TOLEDO; GLENNEL REYES; EPHRAIM PASCUA; PATRICIA ANNE NAVARRO; JAN RONEILLE PANGILINAN; JEREMIAH C. SANTOS; AROL JOY LIBAO; CAMILLE DOFREDO; MARIA JUBELLE LEGASPI; JOVIROYCE J. NUÑEZ; JEROME SIBUMA; MARK GEOFFREY NAVEA; JHON MARK PAYNOR; CHRISTOPHER LICUANAN; PATRICK HENRY INOCILLAS; LYN LASTIMOSA; LOUISE IVAN PAYAWAL; JAMAICA DELA CRUZ Researchers DR. ELGIN S. PAGUIRIGAN Technical Adviser

Better left unknown Accumulated perspectives

Rolando C. Iniwan, Jr. Editor-In-Chief

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aybe I’ve seen enough, heard enough and already been pissed off by the reality that each of us is acting as if nothing is happening.

Many words have been said; many thoughts are already proven but is it really necessary for us to fight for all the wrong, erroneous and immoral things that we noticed because we are considered the “voice of the students”?

I suppose yes. In my third year of being a campus journalist, opportunities are unlocked. To see beyond what others can’t; what is happening in our society, in our community, and even in our own institution.

It is not to be feared on what others might think but if it is the truth, why wouldn’t you speak for what is definitely needed to be spoken?

I’ve been thinking of ways on how to deliver my view about what matters around our campus and on how I can interpret it into simple words that will make you consider looking beyond what is usually seen by the eyes.

I know that beauty is one of the things, which I am sure, majority of the students want to achieve. But is it required for a Christian university to focus on “Beautification” of such things while deep within, a shout of viciousness burst from all the concealed individual desires?

It seems like nowadays, we are only concerned with what our physical characteristics appear to others.

Like for instance.

Isn’t it enough for you to cover your body with different shades of ‘stones’? Not gemstones but rather stones that don’t even cost a thing when it is revealed that underneath all the revitalized skin is a landscaped foolishness that works even underneath the pores.

I just hope that there is still a chance for you to peel away all the bad vibes that you have and stop imposing others to follow certain traditions that shatter all the goodness that this school really is all about.

Another thing, haven’t you had enough of putting splashes of ‘foundation’ on your face? And afterwards, haven’t you realized that the insecurity you have in your body costs others to think of you as a hypocrite who implements these ‘wicked cosmetics’ such as the corruption of your being, but doesn’t even know what the real essence of it. Do I have to elaborate what that campaign really means? Or is it righteous for these awful things to stay long and cause more damage before we put what that ‘CHARACTER’ really stands for.

What are we really inspired of? In making further camaraderie while we are being attacked by the seven signs of skin aging.

Why don’t you try to use 400e, meaning 400 times the Education. See? Try to rejuvenate your brains to promote SCHOLARSHIP and not your silky smooth skin.

Speaking of camaraderie, to whom do we really lend our SERVICE for? The outside entities which made our skin lighter in just seven days? Or our healthy cells that needs antioxidants in order to stay young and healthy?

With regards to ‘Cells’.These cells are commonly referred to as the basic unit of life, therefore making it the primary investors of your body, our body. We have to take good care of each ‘cell’ in order to protect what I refer to as the ‘Organs’ or you will just have to take the fact that these organs may not only be the reason for your body to work but can also cause the disruption of your body through these overflowing cancer in our society.

Maybe I’ve seen enough, heard enough and already been pissed off by the reality that each of us is acting as if nothing is happening. I know that generally it is terrible to be selfish, but if it is for the betterment of humanity, try to consider the natural and safe way to apply every commentary to yourself before you can execute them to

others.

It is not that hard to change the wrong ways. It is still your decision where you would choose to put yourself in the situations that you know what is right and what is otherwise, so that you can deafeningly say to others that this is my skin, ‘Putingwalangtinatago’. Besides is there anything to be hidden?

The organs need the sufficient funding of blood in order to work properly. We are already aware of this since our elementary years. It is a matter of you, realizing it, before you can be regarded as healthy again.

To what extent do the edge of glory are you willing to risk before you will become conscious that your focus in the physical attributes to your body causes your brain cells to become blunt; making your whole being work inappropriately.

Interlude. Are you having fun yet?

Protect every inch of your body, external and mostly internal from Ultra Violet damage that promotes five times the protection than the regular skincare that can free your being from the environmental stress that we are encountering at times that we need the ‘blood flow’ most.

Maybe, I’ve also said enough, and my thought doesn’t need to be proven because the specifics are just laying or rather lying around.

No doubt I’ve been devoted to my body for the past years, have’nt I? It made me the person that I am today; sculpted to view not the future, but the honor to have the right to be heard.

You have the choice. Hear them.

The shout for help of each cell, each organ and each being inside of you or you’ve already heard them but still continue to be ignorant.

Act now before it is too late. Consider the most significant ideas around you. Do not confine yourself to your own specific intentions. It doesn’t hurt to have a heart that tells you, “You’ve caused enough trouble”.

Are you confused of the words? Try to dig in further for more information. Or try to view this link “How’s my Writing?” call LTFRB? I am neither the most upright person that you will know in this institution nor the most voluble. Still I will always say that “The Speechless are not always Voiceless”.

And I am proud to say that wherever I go, I can tell everyone that “I have been made. Now, here’s the DIFFERENCE”.

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Sa mamasa-masang paglalakbay Enigma

Alvy V. Toledo Associate Editor

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umandirit ako nang labing-siyam at naglakasloob na tingnan ang sitwasyon ng konkretong kabihasnan (na tinatawag nating paaralan) na unti-unti nang nilalamon ng tubig.

KJ ang langit. Nagniningning ang mga mata ng mga batang umaasa na magkakansela na ng klase. Pero ako, at ang iba kong mga ‘kabaro sa puti’, kasing-taas na naman ng Mount Everest ang mga kado-drawing na kilay.

Mag-a-alas tres na. Pasimula na naman ang huling klase ko sa araw na iyon, pero wala pa rin ako sa loob ng classroom. Wala naman akong balak na umabsent. Hindi lang talaga mabait

ang mga ulap na excited nang ibuhos ang lahat ng kalandian nila noong mga panahong iyon. Parang ‘pupu’ na kapag ipinagpaliban pa nila, eh, masaklap ang magiging ending. Kaya naman ako, na ilang oras ding nagbabad at nagkusot ng uniporme, eh, ‘nga-nga’ na lang.

Walang ibang nagawa kundi kausapin ang mga alikabok at isiping panaginip na lang ang lahat.

Hindi ako nagtagal sa pagtayo sa pin-

tuan ng opisina namin. Hindi pwedeng hindi ako maka-attend ng klase. Kaya naman, kumandirit ako nang labing-siyam at naglakas-loob na tingnan ang sitwasyon ng konkretong kabihasnan (na tinatawag nating paaralan) na unti-unti nang nilalamon ng tubig. Habang enjoy na enjoy ako sa pagkandirit ay may dalawang ‘kuya’ na sumabay sa akin.

Sila ay sina Koko at Krunch, ‘di tunay na mga pangalan. At sabay-sabay kaming kumandirit. (Haha.) Na-shock ako ng slight nang magsalita si Koko, “Ohmay-gii, pare, lakas ng ulan…” Buong puso naman s’yang minura ni Krunch at nagsabi, “Akalain mo, may ilog na dito,” sabay tanaw sa ‘mala-ilog’ na ngang harapan ng building para sa mga nangangarap makarating sa kolehiyo.

Dinagdagan pa namin ng dalawa ang pagkandirit hanggang sa sabay-sabay naming mamasdan ang nawawalang kawing, I mean, ang tawirang maghahatid sana sa amin at sa iba pang mga ‘friendships’ sa kanya-kanyang klase. At ‘tsk’. Wala talagang pag-asa. May ilang sumubok. Pero lahat sila, nakatikim ng mamutla-mutlang putik at natalbugan

sa pagrampa ng katubigan.

‘Nga-nga’ ulit.

Balik sa opisinang pinagmulan.

Langhap ng aircon.

Kilig ng konti (dahil maginaw)… (h’wag kayong ma-‘issue’).

‘Nga-nga’ for the nth time.

Lumipas ang labinlimang minuto, at dahil alam kong nagsisimula nang magpa-attendance si prof, muli akong lumabas at naghanap ng kahit anong paraan para makapasok. Swerteng napansin ng isang tricycle driver ang pagkawag ng tenga ko, and at last, nakasilip ako ng pagkakataon. Sumakay ako. At minura n’ya ako. I mean, ibang bagay pala.

Namangha din s’ya; hindi sa puti ng uniform ko, kundi sa eksenang sinoman sa amin ay hindi bida.

At umandar na nga ang tricycle habang nagha-hum ako ng “…and I can make it through the rain…” Lumiko ang sasakyan at minura ulit ako ng driver.

I mean, ibang bagay pala ulit. Sabay kaming lumingon “…to the left, to the left…”. Ang eksena: may hinuhuling isda ang SRM sa harap ng *****. Hito ata yun. Ang-cute eh. Tapos, pakipot

pa yung isda. Feel n’ya, piranha s’ya.

Napagod tuloy yung tagahuli na pukpukin s’ya ng dustpan. Tapos, yung mga dumaraan, nagmukhang ‘stagnant water’ na rin; napapalakpak, napadilat, napa-‘ooh’.

Balik sa misyon. Konting kembot pa ng tricycle, nakarating na rin ako sa building namin. Nagbayad. ‘Di nanguha ng sukli. Dahil late na nga ako.

Pagkaakyat ng third floor ay muli kong binalikan ang naging daan ng mamasa-masang paglalakbay ko. At napaisip kung ilang beses ko pa muling mararanasan iyon.

Serious mode.

Matagal ko nang naririnig ang iba’tibang hinaing tungkol sa ‘paglitaw ng isla’. Hindi ko alam kung bakit hanggang ngayon, eh, umaasa pa rin tayo na, ‘someday’, makikipaglaro tayo sa ulan na payong ang unang babasain at hindi ang mga uniporme’t paa.

Hindi naman sa ‘dapat’ na hindi na tayo umasa.

Mas mabuting sabihin na ‘dapat’, sa ngayon, tapos na tayo sa pag-asa; may nakikita nang solusyon.

On creative leadership I have spent nearly three years experimenting with a single objective in mind: to create accessible, predictably insightful and inspirational atmospheres. I have led the creative department through these environments last year and I’m currently doing it being the managing editor of our publication.

It hasn’t been effortless, forcing inspiration is impossible. You have to use finesse and let it move towards you. What follows is what I’ve found to help my co-editors to harness inspiration effectively.

On managing a team When it comes to managing a team of creative minds (both writing and visual arts), you have to balance both skills and leadership. Actually, I like to eliminate the term ‘manage’. Why? Because if you have the right people on your line-up, it is not appropriate for them to be managed – they need leadership. They need someone to pull them, not to push them to an answer. In other words, if you trust your team, they’ll come through you.

On the other hand, they’ll do much better if they enjoy their tasks and are trusted to work openly when they want to. Why limit your team? Why force them to work the way you want them to?

Accessing creativity Understanding where the inspiration comes from or how you’ve solved the problem isn’t easy, but at that point you don’t care because you’re off and running.

Our tools and documentation are accessible and ever-present. What’s both rare and stubborn is a great mind. The concept of “thinking outside the box” is based on the idea of being creative with knowledge.

Imagination is vital but without inspiration, it can lie dormant. If imagination is the playground, then inspiration is the gravity that pulls you down the slide, propels you on the swing or bounces you on the seesaw. Without inspiration, imagination is as pointless as a slide in outer space. It’s the powerful force behind creation. As what I’ve said earlier, harnessing inspiration is almost impossible but we can cultivate ideas by finding patterns in our moments of inspiration.

Problem-solving sessions We’ve learned that you can’t force inspiration, although we can try to control our environment. Doing so is hard as well because so much plays into it. The problem is that sometimes you have to be inspirational on the fly. Well, practice makes perfect.

Once every week, the editorial team enters the boardroom for at least an hour.

We lock the doors, opening it only for late comers and snack deliveries. Our mission is to solve one of our problems.

In past school year, we’ve observed that not all students are interested in reading the school paper. Thus, we tried to solve disseminating problems by ‘remarketing’ and found new creative ways to present information for every reader. The role of an impresario had such direct and positive impact on the way we do our task that I am now introducing the role to everyone in this 37-person organization. Why does having an impresario work? Well, certain rules guide the board to moments of insight.

First, we identify a very specific problem to solve and stay focused. Secondly, provide the necessary tools to spark inspiration (white boards, markers, paper, etc.). Also reminding everyone to be technology-agnostic! To be not worrying about how we will solve the problems, rather focusing only on the why. Then, telling everyone that there are no wrong answers and ideas (some are just better than others).

My team looks forward to their time

Artificial Intelligence

Kevin Rey P. Sagun Managing Editor

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magination is vital but without inspiration, it can lie dormant. If imagination is the playground, then inspiration is the gravity that pulls you down the slide, propels you on the swing or bounces you on the seesaw. spent locked-up together because it gives us an opportunity to be creative in front of each other. Support their ideas, and help them grow. Don’t force your opinions and thoughts. If the group is moving in the wrong direction, ask them questions until they find the right path.

In retrospect Managing a team of creative minds is not that effortless. From my experience,

I’ve learned big takeaways. Initially, you have to respect your teammates and their periods of inspiration; protecting them from the day’s distraction and interruptions. You must deliver freedom as a gift because you’ll see boundless gains in creativity from the team. Also try to deeply understand you brain more and its ability to be affected by its environment and lastly, celebrate every failure!

Bakla Ako Scarlet

Brenda Lynne P. Aguilar Head for Circulations /DevCom Editor

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o... at proud akong sabihin yun. Tagapagtanggol ako ng mga kasapi sa pederasyon at iyakan ako ng mga iniwan ng mga jowa.

Ano ang mali sa’min? Tao din kami!

Marami akong kaibigan. Madalas, puro undefined o nasa third sex. Madalas din silang umiiyak dahil sa pag-ibig. Hindi daw kasi patas ang mundo para sa mga katulad namin. Ngunit ano nga ba ang pagkakamali sa pagmamahal o sa salitang pag-ibig ng mga katulad namin?

Open-minded ako, tanggap ko na hindi lang babae at lalaki ang nag-eexist sa

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mundo at hindi lang Eba ang gusto ni Adan o vice versa. Marami ang pumapasok sa ‘makamundong’ relasyon na ito para malasahan ang pag-ibig ngunit sa huli, wala naman talagang lasa ang pagibig teh.

Hindi namin to ginusto.

May mga pagkakataon, well madalas isinisisi sa amin ang mga nangyayari. Dahil nga beki kami, na-Charice o talagang

nagpa-girl na pero hindi ba ang lipunan din ang nagdidikta na tama ang lumiko sa tunay mong paniniwala?

Mulat na tayong mga Pilipino sa ganitong mga eksena sa mga napapanuod nating mga teleserye, pero bakit kapag sa totoong buhay na eh ayaw na natin? Bakit parang diring diri na kayo sa mga katulad naming? Hindi ba’t madalas na kami ang nagpapangiti sa inyo lalo na kapag may problema?

Sabi ng kakilala ko, takot silang tumandang mag-isa kaya habang bata sila ay ineenjoy na nila ang mga bagay-bagay, sa totoo lang naman, sino nga ba ang gusting tumandang mag-isa? (Kahit naman ako takot din noh!).

Bakla din ako.

Oo, at proud akong sabihin yun. Tagapagtanggol ako ng mga kasapi sa pederasyon at iyakan ako ng mga iniwan ng mga jowa. Hindi ko alam kung bakit ko ginagawa ang mga ganitong bagay para sa kanila pero gusto ko lang makitang masaya ang lahat mapa-lalaki, babae,

confused o undefined ka man. ‘Di ba’t gusto natin ng equality? Dapat maging sa mga katulad nila, or should I say naming, pantay din ang pagtingin niyo. Kailangan nyong tanggapin katulad ng pagtanggap ko na hindi naming ginusto ang pagiging malalambot kundi dulot ito ng sobrang ‘estrogen ek ek’ sa katawan.

Si Adan.

Si Adan na minsan ay Adan din ang gusto. Harmless naman. Hindi lahat ng beki ay bigla na lang nangangagat kapag nakakakita ng gwapong lalaki. May mga lalaki din kasi na gusto ng atensyon ng mga beki at ‘pag pinagbigyan na eh over na kung magpalaki ng issue, hindi naman sana gwapo.

Para kay Eba at sa kapwa Adan.

Sa lumalagong populasyon ng mga Adan at Eba, marami na ang nako-confuse sa kasarian nila tuwing gabi. Dahil kakaunti na rin ang ‘Tunay na Lalaki’ o TNL, may mga Eba na nagshishift na ng preference upang maging lalaki ‘pagdating ng panahon’ na naimo’y parang

course, may pagshi-shift na nagaganap.

Easy na lang ‘pag gusto, din a kailangan ng mahabang proseso (Hindi mo na kailangang pumila ng mahaba sa registrar).

Ano ka talaga?

Huwag nating ikahon an gating mga sarili s ikot ng mundo. Hindi lang babae ang maaaring magtagumpay sa buhay.

Lahat tayo ay may mga tyansang maiangat an gating pamumuhay anuman an gating kasarian. Ang pagiging hindi pangkaraniwan mula sa iba ay hindi nagsasaad na magiging pagkakamali din ang buhay mo. Maaaring maging batayan ng pagtingin ng iba ang kasariang gusto mo ngunit aksyon mo pa rin ang gagawa ng kapalaran mo.

Kung nahihiya ka pa ngayong umamin sa iyong gusting kasarian, eh kalian pa? kapag hindi mo na maeenjoy ang buhay mo? Kapag uugo-ugod ka na at wala ka ng kasamang mag aalaga sa’yo? Mag isip isip ka dahil hindi habang panahon ay malakas ka at may makakasama.

Ako, umamin na. Ikaw. Kailan pa?

The Central Student Publication of Wesleyan University - Philippines

Opinions & Reactions June-August 2013 | Volume XIV • Issue No. 6

The Adventures of Duday:

Ang Umiikot na Upuan (ng Karunungan)

Requiem Crescendo

Rhounee Ron Kevin D. Frany Feature Editor

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ng respeto ay hindi hinihingi, hindi nililimos, hindi dine-demand. Kusa itong binibigay. Nangyari lang na may mga taong hindi karapat-dapat sa respeto at paggalang ko. Labas dito ang usapin sa edad. Po. “Sana yung mga upuan sa classroom parang yung upuan na lang ng mga coach sa ‘The Voice’ ... Para iikot ka lang kapag gusto mo yung guro … ‘I want you!’ …”.

Sosyal ‘di ba? Text message yan ng kaibigan kong nag-aaral sa isang state university dito sa Central Luzon (hulaan mo!). Hindi ko napigilang ngumiti at mag-isip. May pinanghuhugutan kasi si friend.

Sa katunayan ay maraming estudyante ang may ganitong klase ng problema. Hindi, hindi tungkol sa mga taong hindi na nakuntento kahit kailan, kundi sa mga mag-aaral na hindi makuntento sa kanilang mga guro.

Aminin man natin o hindi, sa ilang taon natin bilang mag-aaral mula elementarya hanggang kolehiyo ay nagkaroon tayo ng mga guro na gusto natin at mga gurong kulang na lang ay ipakulam, ipabarang, ipa-salvage natin.

At aminin man natin o hindi, may mga guro talagang sadyang “depektibo”. Ay sorry, hindi na ako nakapagpigil. Ilag-ilag na lang din ‘pag may

time.

Nitong mga nakaraang buwan ay kumalat sa social media ang video ng instructor ng pamantasang ito habang nagtuturo. “Boring” daw siya ayon sa pamagat ng video.

Hindi ko masisisi ang guro kung nakikita niyang epektibo ang paraan niya ng pagtuturo.

Pero sa pananaw ng mga kanyang mga estudyante , hindi napupuno ni teacher ang pangangailangan nila ayon sa kanilang pamantayan.

Bilang mga estudyante, may mga standards kami na kailangang ma-achieve ng guro.

Hindi kustiyon ng kapangyarihan sa loob ng silid-aralan, kundi isang paglilimi ng kung paanong dapat bumaba ang guro sa lebel ng mga estudyante upang magampanan ang primarayang tungkulin niyang ipa-unawa sa mga estudyante ang dapat nilang malaman.

Masisi nyo ba kami kung naghahanap kami ng quality education?

Magta-tatlong taon na ako sa loob ng pamantasang ito, and true enough naka-salubong na

ako ng ilang mahuhusay na guro at maraming depektibong guro. May mga propesor at instructor akong kinabibiliban sa paraan nila ng pagtuturo, at may mga guro din akong kinasusuklaman. Ever.

Kapag nagkataong hindi ko gusto ang guro ay lumilipat ako sa ibang klase. Ako na ata ang may pinaka-maraming changing forms na nagamit nang hindi dahil sa INC o conflict ng schedule dahil irregular student. Oops, sorry. Anyways…

Namimili ako ng guro na sa tingin ko ay mas epektibong magturo sa mga subject ko. Karapatan nating mga estudyante yun. Ano pa’t nagkaroon ng academic freedom kung ire-restrict mo ang iyong sarili sa mga gurong hindi naman marunong magturo. Oops, pasensya talaga…

Bihira na kasi ang mga taong nananatiling lumaban sa tama.

Hindi naman masama ang maging kuntento at ang maging kuntento sa propesor na nagtuturo sa’yo. Ngunit mahalagang magkaroon ng batayan ang bawat estudyante sa edukasyon. Dapat na may sarili tayong depinisyon ng pag-aaral na hindi umaayon sa mga bagay na inakalang dapat, mga bagay na inakalang sapat.

Ang isyu ng mga estudyante ay mas isyu ng pamantasan, hindi ang mga isyu ng guro at lalong hindi ito isyu ng mga guro. Huwag tayong pabulag sa kahit anong kayang ibigay sa atin ng pananahimik at pagsasawalang kibo.

Pasintabi po sa union ng faculty, alam po natin sa ating mga sarili ang ating kakayahan bilang guro. May karapatan po kayo bilang mga empleyado ngunit may karapatan din po kami bilang estudyante.

Primaryang tungkulin po naming ay ang mag-aral nang mabuti bilang mga estudyante.

Pero hindi dahil may pinangangalagaan kaming pangarap, tatalikuran na naming ang maninidigan dahil bukod dun may mas mahalaga pa tayong pangalagaan bilang mga tao – karapatan.

Oras na magpasa-ilalim ang isang mag-aaral sa isang guro, ibig sabihin no’n ay sumusunod

siya sa kanyang mga batas at palisiya sa loob ng silid. It’s not obedience. It’s respect. And respect, nowadays, comes too high a cost.

Hindi ibig sabihin no’n ay kakalimutan na naming ipabatid ang inyong pagkukulang bilang mga guro at hahayaan na lamang na maging mga autocrat ang ilan sa inyo sa loob ng silid.

Ang respeto ay hindi hinihingi, hindi nililimos, hindi dine-demand. Kusa itong binibigay.

Nangyari lang na may mga taong hindi karapat-dapat sa respeto at paggalang ko. Labas dito ang usapin sa edad. Po. Marami tayong mga dekalibreng guro sa loob ng pamantasang ito. Ang iba pa nga ay may mga bigating titulo sa dulo ng apelyido. Pero hindi nasusukat sa credentials ang husay ng isang guro na magturo. Marami akong kilala diyan na may doctoral, master’s degree at kung anu-ano pang professional degrees. Marami akong kilala diyan na hinubog ng karanasan bilang guro sa ibang eskuwelahan. Pero kung ako mage-evaluate, may mha ilan sa kanila na hindi mainam bilang mga guro.

Kung tutuusin ay may mga instructor tayo na hindi titulado ngunit sila pa ang mga mahuhusay magturo. Saludo ako sa kanila na sa kabila ng kompetisyon ng mga feyk-culty (oops, fake kasi yung iba) sa loob ng Wesleyan ay patuloy na nakikipagsapalaran upang maibahagi sa mga magaaral ang kaalamang dapat nilang matutunan.

Nakakalungkot nga lang isipin na ang ilan sa kanila ay lumipat na sa ibang eskuwelahan.

Mahigit sa isang daang units na ang natapos ko dito sa pamantasang ito.

Maaring nagtuturo nga silang mga prof at instructor natin ngunit ang tanong ay may natutunan ba kami? Hindi ito isang katanungan ng kung gaano ba katalas ang isip namin, kung gaano kataas ang IQ, o kung hanggang saan ang kapasidad ng aming mga utak.

Isa itong katanungan kung kaya bang bumaba ng mga guro sa lebel naming mga estudyante para ipaunawa sa’min ang dapat naming ma-

Stop porking us

Pork barrel: the denial stage Accruals and deferrals

Jerome O. Estavillo Opinion Editor

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ocal projects will be raised in the national office for approval and later, put it into national budget. But, will the corruption be solved?

“There will be no more NGOs (non-government organizations)”, President Benigno Aquino said on his emergency conference last August 23.

The issue primarily concerns the misuse and inconsistencies in pork barrel, also referring to the government program Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF).

The public’s attention was called as some of the politicians’ names included in the controversy. By the way, pork barrel is the allotment of government funds for localized projects including those NGOs related matters.

The pork scam further revealed names of senators and congressmen including the businesswoman Janet Lim-Napoles who personally surrendered to PNoy. SEARCH FOR MS. NAPOLES 2013 It took weeks to search for the main person in this issue but it may take a long time to prosecute all of her accomplices.

“It is the nature of Filipinos”, said netizen who has been talking about “hugas-kamay, turu-turuan” attitude of our fellows. The persons behind the issue are in the state of denial which seems confusing to us – we find it difficult who tells the truth but we might believe that most of them lie to us.

There also exists those ghost charitable institutions in which the promoters became known of their Godly deeds despite

they help no one. They are of no charities.

Indeed, they betray the public. They get the recognition together the money of people for their own sake, to buy million-peso cars, to keep it on their pockets.

THE 10-MILLION AWARD GOES TO...

As the government announced that they will provide a 10-million peso reward, the manhunt gets over as Napoles surrendered to Aquino on the night of August 28.

Speculations appeared as Napoles’ surrender is allegedly a scripted part of the telenovela of society. I mean, these bits and pieces made me wonder why Napoles personally came to PNoy if there are other ways to give up. Those things happen sequentially in just a click.

Though the key person for the scam has been detained, the cry of the public is still yelling. The shout for social justice is still breaking the silence of the youth. Why do the person who have stolen the money of millions of Filipinos need to be distinguished with other detainees who might have lighter cases? Those positioned persons put special treatment on how Napoles is detained.

And all these things create disruptions to the other things that must be solved first.

Anyways, let’s talk with the public.

MONEY. TRUST. HOW DO MONEY BUY TRUST IN DRUGSTORES?

The money of our people is a big issue.

I mean, knowing the Philippines as a poor country, it became even poorer because taxes and government proceeds not to the mass, but to the pockets of some wicked.

Some might say, “nasaan na ang ilang libong nakakaltas sa suweldo ko kung hindi naman ako ang nakikinabang?”. The combined taxes of all employees in the entire country make it billion, the stolen billion-peso treasure. Meanwhile, Jim Paredes, member of Apo Hiking Society, says that it’s just like every Filipino lost his hundred peso. If there are approximately ninety to hundred million in the population, it is equivalent of about 9 or 10 billion pesos of bribery.

Money might be a huge issue but there is a larger one, the public trust. Money can be replaced at a period of time but the broken trust cannot be easily returned.

Putting those corruptions in the public do not only destroys the trust of Filipinos but also some aliens who have been a fan of the pearl of the orient seas, those foreigners who might want to be a Filipino. This has proven that even the largest currency cannot buy trust in leading drugstores to cure the grafts of people.

We cannot blame some people doing things against the government. Though our leaders are not a hundred percent bad, I believe that they are not good enough for the people, for the Filipinos. How can we entrust our own money to them if they only put it for their own pleasure? How can we follow them if they are the principal violators of the laws they created?

Local projects will be raised in the national office for approval and later, put it into national budget. But, will the corruption be solved?

As these bits and pieces get abolished, I hope that the succeeding days or years may have a clear and just governance where everyone should possess accountability of his deeds. The higher-ups should not be deaf to the voices of million people who have marched for justice. #StopCorruption

pag-aralan.

Mas pipiliin ko pang makatapos sa isang subject na may nakuhang tres ngunit may natutunan ako kesa makakuha ng uno sa isang subject subalit sa huli ay wala naman akong natutunan. Aanhin ko ang uno kung hindi ko naman ito magagamit, kung hindi ko naman magagamit ang kaalaman na dapat sana’y natutunan ko sa silid aralan? Wala itong kwenta pag nagkataon.

Basura lamang.

Napakadakilang propesyon ang pagtuturo.

Saludo ako lahat ng mga guro. Pero bilang major stock-holders ng pamantasang ito na kino-commercialize ang edukasyon sa halagang 453.53 per unit, karapatan naming mga estudyante na maibalik sa amin ang quality education na pinangako ng Wesleyan ayon sa standards naming mga mag-aaral.

Teachers are the agents of constructive change.

Nakasalalay sa kanila ang magiging kinabukasan ng kanilang mga estudyante. Taon-taon ay nagbubuntis sila at nanganganak ng mga graduates na handa nang makipagdigmaan sa realidad ng buhay tangan ang tangi nilang sandata – ang kaalaman.

Sa buong buhay ng isang tao, pinakamalaking bahagi ng buhay niya ang ginugugol bilang kabataan at sa loob paaralan.

Ang mga mapagmatyag ay namamataan ang mga anomalya at depekto sa sistema ng edukasyon dito sa Pilipinas. Mananatili tayong alipin ng ganitong sistema kung hindi tayo kikilos upang kumalas sa ganitong klaseng edukasyon – walang sustansya.

Maaaring estudyante pa lamang tayo ngunit sa atin nakasalalay ang hinaharap ng susunod na henerasyon. Edukasyon ang huhubog sa atin upang sama-sama nating mahulma ang kinabukasan natin. Edukasyon na hindi lamang sa loob ng unebersidad nakukuha.

Mahalagang magkaroon tayo ng mga batayan sa klase ng edukasyon na nais nating makamtan.

Higit sa paaralan, tinuturuan tayo ng karanasan.

Euthanasia Fact Sheet Jan Adrian F. Delos Santos News Editor

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had been so much miserable until I surrendered and died.

I am tired. I am wounded. I am bleak. I am dead, but perhaps done.

What is wrong?

I’m fine. I’m just tired, that’s all.

But I am extremely tired of not being good enough and trying and not getting credit. I know at the end of the day, they are not significant at all. But unfortunately, I need it not just once in a lifetime, not occasionally, but every time I deserve it.

I have to act like a sheep – pleasant, immaculate and obedient. I have to forget about myself. I have to give what they need... what they want.

I have to be the sun – bright, dominant and yellow. I have to be brilliant in one’s eye.

I have to stun my audience. I have to act like the country’s honourable president. I’d rather have to be not me but it is not me.

I am tired and just simply tired of receiving no credit for my hard work, effort and perseverance to impress them.

I know I did not have to, but I still did until I became wounded.

And I had become worse whenever I hear them putting me down. People would just call my name and put it on rocks until it made me feel I am dead like stone. But that was not really a big issue, for I know I could handle it.

But I failed.

I failed until I cried. And crying is surely significant to those fiends. However, I am strong, but I am wounded – wounded of always having to be the strong one, of always having to do the right thing. But I know that it definitely made me a strong person...

a real man because I cried.

But no matter how I tried to escape from that ghost, it still chased me... until I turned into bleak.

And I saw there the things I should not want but I demanded, the things I do not need but I took home. And they were all disgrace to my soul.

I searched the world to find them until I got them... until it broke me into pieces and let me lose who and what I am. I looked for myself until I succeeded – I succeeded to wear my weakness, my tears and the reality in me. I wore my insecurities and they made me suffer under the sun.

I had been so much miserable until I surrendered and died.

And to my death, I know I am still alive but barely breathing. I know I will still live but eventually die.

Tire, wounds and depression killed me. It took my life before I realized that life is one long process of getting dead.

But what is really wrong?

I wish I had an answer to that because I am tired of answering that question.

As of now, all I know is that people will do whatever they need to do if they want to slay your presence. But of course, I was ready to fight. It was I just got tired of fighting until I died... in my mind.

But then again, I am still alive. I am just thinking that the thought of going to sleep forever is delicious. And I would love it very much.

So, if this would happen endlessly, please kill me. Just kill me.

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COURSE mo?

Anong course mo?

Bakit iyan ang pinili mo? Walang pera diyan. Bakit hindi ka kumuha ng kursong medisina? abogasya? ininyihero? arkitektura?

O di kaya’y business? May utak ka pa naman sana, sayang.

Akala ko noon, makarating lang sa kolehiyo at makakuha ng kursong pangpropesyunal titingalain ka na, hindi pa pala.

Ikalawang taon ko na dito sa Wesleyan.

Maraming karanasan – masaya, malungkot, maginhawa na mahirap, sakto lang.

Pinili ko ang kursong Bachelor of Arts na major in Mass Com o di kaya ay psychology. “Anong course mo?” tanong nila. “AB po!” pagmamayabang kong sabi, proud kasi ako. “Ano yun? Anong AB?” tanong nila muli. Hindi ako sumagot dahil sa totoo lang hindi ko rin alam ang tumpak na kasagutan.

Ano nga ba ang kahulugan ng kursong tinatahak mo? Ano ang responsibilidad mo bilang kukukuha ng karerang iyan? At karapat-dapat ka ba sa course na iyan, patunayan.

Gusto ni Mommy ay maging teacher ako dahil isa rin siyang guro. Oo, minsan sa buhay ay pinangarap ko din ito simula noong kinder pa ako. Mulat na kasi ako sa dahil din siguro naging inspirasyon ko ang aking ina pero napag-isip-isip ko, ayokong magturo. Ayokong maging guro hindi dahil ayoko sa sarili ko kundi dahil sa mga narir-

inig ko. Grabe kasi silang makahikayat! Pero mother knows best daw kaya nag-shift ako sa kursong Education. Labag man sa aking kalooban pero parang tadhana na rin kasi ang nagsasabi sa akin na magturo ako.

Minsan sa aking pagsakay sa dyip papuntang Wesleyan, may nag-uusap na dalawang babae. Mukha daw silang mayaman dahil sa mga pekeng burloloy at palamuting nakadekorasyon sa kanilang katawan. Ang sabi ng isa, “Yung anak ko Accountancy ang kinukuha. Ayun hindi na natutulog, dinadatnan na ng umaga, pero sabi naman niya basta pangarap mo, gagawin mo ang lahat”.

Nagsalita naman ang isa pa, “Yung anak ko pinag-eeduc ko at yun lang naman ang kaya niyang ipasa at puro pasang-awa ang marka noong hayskul sabi nga noong ama niya kapag bobo ang bata sa educ ang bagsak!” Nasaktan ako hindi lang dahil education ang kinukuha kundi dahil yun pala ang tingin nila sa kumukuha ng kursong education at sa mga teacher sa panahon ngayon.

Bukod pala sa labanan ng lahi, kompetensya sa isang pananaw at adhikain sa buhay, mayroon din palang diskriminasyon sa kursong iyong kinukuha. Bakit ganoon kapag nursing, medisina at doktor ang kinukuha mo ang taas ng tingin nila sa iyo o dili kaya kapag Accountancy sasabihin nila, ang galing ng batang ito? Paano na kami?

Paano ang ibang kurso sa kolehiyo? Edu-

cation, Criminology, Information Technology, at iba pa? Nakakatampo, nakakasakit at nakapanghihina. Bigyan naman sana kami ng kahit konting importansya na mang-gagaling sa aming kapwa mag-aaral, sa ibang tao at ng lipunan at labis na namin iyong ikaliligaya. Sapagkat kasapi, miyembro at kaisa naman kami sa pagbabago.

Ngunit bakit ba ganoon na lang ang nasa isip ng mga tao. Hindi ko din sila lubusang masisi kung ganito ang pananaw at saloobin nila dahil siguro nakikita nila ang mga ibang guro ngayon at ibang propesyunal na tao ay sa halip na magbigay ng inspirasyon ay nagiging balon pa ng pighati at agam-agam sa isang mag-aaral na tulad ako. Isa pang masasabing dahilan kung bakit hirap ang tao na taasan ang kanilang persepsyon ay dahil hindi kaya baka kulang ang ibinibigay na suporta ng gobyerno? Ng akademya, paaralan at mga Unibersidad - pangpubliko man o pangpribado. Ewan, marahil ganoon talaga.

Minsang tag-ulan nakasabay ko ang taga-roon sa amin, ako’y papunta ng Wesleyan at siya naman may kung anong bibilhin sa mall. Katabi niya ang isang babae na kakilala ko rin at nagtanong, “Ano ba ang course mo?” “Ay! E-DU-CA-TION po (proud kasi ako!)”, tugon ko. Gaya pa rin ng dati, bakit daw iyon ang kinuha kong karera sa kolehiyo, sayang daw ako.”Hindi po. ‘Di ba po, businesswoman kayo at isa sa mga may

Hindi po. ‘Di ba po, businesswoman kayo at isa sa mga may kaya sa ating barangay. Hindi niyo makakamit iyan kung hindi kayo dumaan sa mapag-arugang kamay ng isang guro kaya sa ating barangay. Hindi niyo makakamit iyan kung hindi kayo dumaan sa mapag-arugang kamay ng isang guro,” napatingin sila sa aking tinugon pero tama naman ako ‘di ba? ‘Di ba? Tsaka kung dati-rati ay nahihiya ako, naisip ko bakit, para saan e katangi-tangi naman at hindi biro ang kinuha kong karera. At tsaka ang ating Panginoong Hesukristo, baka ating nalilimutan ay isa ring rabbi o guro, dakilang guro.

Marahil mababa ang tingin ng iba sa kursong kinukuha mo pero sabi lang nila iyon bagkus ikaw naman ang makakaalam ng tunay na kahulugan at kahalagahan ng pinili mong karera kaya kahit ano man ang espelisasyon na iyon, Ikaw yan. Ang kailangan mo na lang gawin at patunayan ay ipakita kung ano ang magagawa mo at ng kursong tinatahak mo sa pag-ambag sa pag-unlad at transpormasyon ng sosyalidad at lipunang iyong kinabibilangan.

-Noel Vincent L. Domingo

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ven before the Statue of Liberty was built and opened, the golden but abstract tower of corruption has already conquered the world.

Since the control was born, along with the establishment of the government, wickedness in money has started to live within the veins of the crowned heads. Considering the fact that money runs the world, it has become the barometer of a society’s virtue and the power of one’s soul as well. But everything ends differently – virtue dies while the society struggles and the power constantly soars while the soul burns in hell.

Money, indeed, is the root of all evil. This is where the art of corruption launches itself until it leaves chaos to the mind and spirit of a leader. Yes, a leader, for most of the crooked exists on their image. And, unfortunately, they ultimately cause the poverty of the civilization – leaving famine, terrible crimes and great scarcity on the people’s need.

The Philippines, despite of many claims that it is now a progressive country, is still sleeping in the arms of corrupt leaders. Starting from the lowest subdivision of its politics, the Sangguniang Kabataan, up to the highest positions, although not all of them but almost all of them, steal money for their own pleasure.

Some politicians would even build school buildings, buy vehicles for special purposes and launch programs for the marginalized. Yes, they help people, but most of all, behind those godly deeds, they know they are just helping themselves to keep the wealth in their pockets.

Thus, money and corruption ruin the land, crooked politicians betray the working man, pocketing the profits and treat us like sheep, we are tired of hearing promises that we know they will never keep. Absolutely, they are the enemy of development and good governance and they have been gradually killing the nation’s standing liberty.

But corruption must be gotten a rid of. Both the government and the people at large must come to achieve this national goal.

Every institution is prone to the corruption and to the vices of their members. If the school would let even a teacher embrace its tactics, it also lets the students to study how to attain it perfectly. Furthermore, if we would tolerate the president to gamble the name of our nation, we also let our own autonomy to be sold.

Our liberty is easy to steal, but the battle for justice against corruption is never easy. It never has been and never will be. It exacts a toll on ourselves, our families, our friends, and especially our children. And in the end, as in our case, the price we pay is well worth holding on to our dignity.

However, if our country were corruption free and had become a nation of beautiful minds, there could be three societal members who can make a difference – the father who would guide us, the mother who would take good care of us and the teacher who would teach us to take the straight path. But everything is just imaginary. Everything would just be possible in dreams, for in reality, we only have the voice, the brain and the heart, which all turned out futile.

But then again, everything can be changed as long as there is hope.

If the leaders would continue to treat money, not morality, as the principle commerce of civilized nation, then it means they help build the statue of bribery. But if they would do it with ethics, then they could succeed, for liberty cannot be established without morality, or morality without faith.

Thus, time is short and our remaining time to eradicate this is shorter. We have to battle for the glory and liberty of our nation.

Corruption is worse than prostitution, wherein the latter might endanger the morals of an individual while the former invariably endangers the morals of the entire country. Consequently, in a state where it abounds, laws must be numerous.

Yet, in reality, we can really get through these if we have great and honest leaders who can take time for the people, and view people as the bottom line, not as a tool to get to the bottom line.

This source of corruption, alas, is inherent in the democratic system itself, and it can only be controlled, if at all, by finding ways to encourage legislators to subordinate ambition to principle. Because if not, as what Armos Bronson Alcott said, a government, for protecting business only, is but a carcass, and soon falls by its own corruption and decay. -Jan Adrian F. Delos Santos

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Wika natin ang daang matuwid

Ang ginagamit mong wika ay sumasalamin kung anong uri ka ng tao.

Gaano katuwid ang wika mo? Gaano ka rin katuwid?

Sa nakikitang mabilis na pag-unlad ng bansa, kasabay din ang pagyaman ng sarili nating wika mula sa tagalog, Pilipino ngayo’y Filipino, katunayan lamang na ang wika ay buhay at tunay na lumalago.

Ayon sa Probisyong Pangwika sa Konsttitusyon 1987, Artikulo XIV seksyon 6 na ang wikang pambansa ng Pilipinas ay Filipino. Sapagkat ito ang wikang nabuo mula sa interaksyon ng mga Pilipinong gumagamit ng iba’t-ibang katutubong wika o diyalekto sa Pilipinas.

Bagamat maraming taon na ang nakalilipas, nasasadlak pa rin ang wika sa napakaraming eskandalo. Nariyan ang bagong imbentong wika na tila kabuteng nagsisisulputan at mga mungkahing palitan o baguhin o ayusin ang kasalukuyang wikang pambansa. Ngunit saan, paano, kalian at ano ang maitutulong ng wika upang makamit ang pagbabagong ganap? Masolusyunan ang kahirapan? Katiwalian? Korupsyon? Kapayapaan? Sa matuwid na daan?

Ang wikang Filipino ay lingua franca ng ating bansa na may iisang layunin at pang-unawa kung ang tao ay tulad ng wika lahat sana ng problema ng ating bansa ay unti-unti ng naibsan at nasolusyunan dahil sa bigkis nitong iisang hangarin.

Kung ang tao ay tulad ng wika na may isang bigkas at mga baybay nagkaroon sana ng iisang boses ang bawat isa na ipahayag ang mga sentimiyento niya na higit sanang makakatulong sa pagkamit ng kaunlaran.

At kung ang wika at tayo ay may pagkakaisa di sana’y nagtagumpay na ang ating bayan at sana’y lahat ng taong pahat pa ang isipan ay nagkaroon na ng laman.

Sa madaling sabi, ang wika natin ang siya nating ilaw at liwanag sa pag-abot ng ating mga pangarap. Ito ang saplot at kaluluwa ng kamalayan na nagbubuklod sa kanyang mamamayan. Ito ang wikang makapangyarihan na nakakapagdulot ng pagbabago sa bawat tao upang maibsan ang mga hinaing ng kanilang mga puso at mapalitan ng kaligayahan at karunungan na walang pag-aalinlangan.

Ngunit sa huli, iisa lang ang punto, tama, ang wika ay matuwid ngunit ang mga gumagamit nito ay matuwid din ba?

Ang wika ay instrumento lamang ng sambahayan at landas ninuman ngunit nasa sa atin pa rin kung anong landas ang ating tatahakin. Sapagkat ang daang matuwid ay hindi lang sa wika nakasalalay bagkus kailangan niya ng gagawa nito, kailangan niya tayo para umagapay.

-Noel Vincent Domingo

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Ang dami ko ng sinayang na papel. Sa totoo lang, wala talaga akong maisip na ideya para sa artikulo ko kundi ito lang. Ni hindi ko nga alam kung saan patungo ito, Pilipinas pa kaya!

Pakibasa nga muli ang pamagat, Saan Patungo ang Pilipinas?, pero hindi ito yung pagiging makabansa na iniisip niyo, I just want that title for my article.

Nga pala, hindi ako sikat na manunulat tulad ni Bob Ong na gumagawa ng mga “best-selling books at mas lalong hindi ako si Rizal na tinaguriang pambansang bayani. I’m just a simple author and writer ng isang pahayagan na ang gusto lang ay ipahayag ang nilalaman ng aking puso at isipan. Isa man itong talinghaga ngunit hindi ako nakikipagbalagtasan, uulitin ko isa ‘kong manunulat sa isang pahayagan na nangangarap na malaman ang ating patutunguhan at hangganan.

Tinatanong ba?

Narito na naman tayo sa nakaraan at natutuwa lamang ako kaya ko ito naisulat pero napakahalagang malaman natin ito.

Nasa modernong estado na nga tayo at hightech na halos lahat ng bagay sa mundo pero ito pa rin tayo –pigil na lumakad at animong batang hirap mawalay sa magulang.

“Walang permanente sa mundo”. Hindi lahat nagbabago kaya nga ba sina Adan at Eba na dapat sila lang ang magkasama at nagmamahalan, eh everything has changed ika nga o di nama’y sina Samson at Adonis o sina Delilah at Venus?, wow a!

Ito ang dahilan kung bakit madaling maging tao pero mahirap magpakatao.

Grabe, ang sakit-sakit ng ulo ko sa kasabihang ito pero totoo yun a! Bahala na! Ito na naman tayo sa habit na ito, ganyan tayo puro salita ngunit kulang naman sa gawa. Sa ating sobrang kasipagan hayun at pagnanakaw, pagpatay at kung anu-anong masasamang bagay ang pinagtuunan natin ng pansin upang maging mabilis ang paraan para kumita, mabilis ding makatigok sa kanila. Ang masaklap na bagay, mapagtatanto natin na mali tayo ang sasambitin na lamang ang favorite word na “Sorry, paumanhin, pasensya, patawad” kahit huli na ang lahat. Kung sa bagay, laging nasa huli ang pagsisisi. Lahat ng tao ay nagkakamali. Kung irerephrase ko pa, “Lahat ng tao ay mali?” Mukhang magandang pakinggan. Tao nga naman!

Tao? Speaking, ayon sa walang kamatayang teorya ng ebolusyon, tayo daw ay nagmula sa unggoy at nadevelop bilang tao. Kung may alagang matsing ang kaibigan ko, mag-eevolve din kaya yung unggoy bilang tao? Yehey! Ang saya siguro.

Instant trending ako niyan. Hihintayin ko na rin na mangyari iyon para tatlo na kaming maglalaro ng DOTA. Ok, nasa DOTA na tayo at uso kaya itong laro.

“Hindi kaya angry birds!”

So you telling me amalayer?!

“Nay, may humihiram ng bigas!”Anak bawal maglabas ng bigas, gabi na! Lalabas ang grasya! “Nay pahiram na lang daw ng pera” Nak mas lalong hindi pwede!

Kinabukasan nabalitaan na lang namin na pumanaw ang anak ng aleng humiram sa amin ng pera’t bigas. May sakit pala ang bata at hindi pa kumakain –kawawa pero wala kaming magawa. “Aanhin pa nga naman ang damo kung patay na ang kabayo?” Mas maganda na habang buhay pa, tumulong na. Hindi kung kailan huli na ang lahat. At baka mapa-sorry na naman.

Matanong ko lang, ang silbi lang ba ng damo ay para pagkain ng kabayo? Paano naman yung kambing, baka at kalabaw?

“Tay may naghahanap sa iyo kanina dito. Bakit ngayon ka lang? May nadaanan kasi akong itim na pusa sa kanto natin kaya dun pa ko dumaan sa kabila, bakit?

Nanalo ka daw ng kalahating milyon, nagbigay sila ng grace period para hintayin ka, pero di ka dumating kaya ayun, ibinigay na lang sa iba.”

Ayun na sana! Mayaman na sana kami, tiyak makakapagtapos na ako ng pagaaral niyan at matutupad ko na ang mga pangarap namin kaso ayon minalas. sa isang pamahiin lang, nawala ng isang iglap. Ayon nga kay Rizal, kaya hindi umuunlad-unlad ang Pilipinas dahil hanggang ngayon, nakatali pa rin tayo ng mahigpit sa bigkis at yakap ng mga kuro-kuro, paniniwala at kasabihang kay tagal nang umalipin sa atin na sa una pa lang ay wala ng katiyakan . Siguro, natural na ito sa ating mga Pilipino. Kung course lang sa college yan, graduate na ang lahat with flying colors pa. Matagal na sanang nasolusyunan ang kahirapan.

“Wait lang, Yung kaibigan ng pinsan kong namumutla at namatanda, idadala namin sa albularyo, kaya lang tigok na pala. May cancer pala sa dugo ”. Isang malaking EWAN sa kanila. Siya nga pala, pinasasabi ni lola na tuwing bagong taon, magsuot raw ako ng polka dots at tumalon. Wala naman daw kasing masama kung maniwala, Nangonsensya pa siya sabay duling ng mata ako “Huy! Huwag kang gumagawa ng bad face sa mukha mo. Sige ka, kapag nahanginan yan.” Ibig bang sabihin, nahanginan pala yung mga may problema sa mata o mukha tulad ng mga duling? Hindi ba pwedeng hereditary, accidentally at inborn lang kasi? Napuwing

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ako, ahh yung mata ko! “Akin na ibuka mo at hihipan ko”.

Hay sa wakas, ikakasal na yung Tita ko.

Hindi niya isinuot yung wedding gown niya bago siya ikasal, pero hindi rin natuloy, postponed. Ikaw nga naman kasi ang magsuot ng hindi fit sayo, lumakad mula pintuan ng simbahan hanggang altar na nahuhubo ang gown mo! Pero to cut this chase, naikasal din sila. Sa katunayan, may baby na sila ,ang cute, kaya lang nilagyan ni lolo ng laway sa daliri at nausog. Nahawa tuloy si baby sa sipon at ubo at ayun, nagka-broncho.

Marami talagang namamatay sa maling akala. Ang mga maliliit na problema’y napalalala. Marami pa sana akong ikukuwento batay sa mga naririnig ko, kaso baka makasuhan ako at ipakulong na lang bigla. Alam kong nao-offend ka pero ito yung totoo, gumising ka kaya. Alam nating minsan, ito ang nagiging gabay ng ilan sa buhay at sa likod nito ay may angkop na paliwanag na nakakabuti. Ngunit sa huli, ano ba ang tama at mali? Oo, ilaw at daan man ito sa iba ang mahalaga ang nasa Taas ang Diyos ng Katotohanan. Tama!

Target ko lang naman dito ay panain ang mga puso at isip nating nagmamantika pa kung matulog at buksan upang makita ang kahihinatnan ng mga bagay-bagay na tayo rin ang gumagawa. Pilipino rin ako. Kahit papaano, nakalakhan ko na ito pero hindi ako nagpadala agad-agad sa agos ng mga makalumang kultura at tradisyong ito. But to be honest, hanggang ngayon naliligaw pa rin ako sa kung saang landas ako tutungo. Bulag –kung saan ako paroroon. Wala naman akong sinasabing tanggalin ito at itapon. Alam natin na yaman ito ng ating malikhaing isip at pananaw bilang isang Pilipino. May iba pa naman na nakakatulong sa pagpapatuloy ng buhay, pero sa mga pikon, hayaan ninyong ipahayag ko ang kasabihang ito “stone, stone in the sky, if you got hit don’t be mad!”

Don’t English me. I’m panic!

Alam kong mababaw lang ang mga paliwanag na nasasaad sa tekstong ito. Ang gusto ko lang naman, ang makapukaw ng mumunting damdamin na pasalin-salin sa bawat henerasyon, kahit konti, kahit konti lang.

Nga pala, hindi pa pala tayo magkakilala. Clue: makikita at mababasa mo yung name ko sa dalawang bantog na pahayagan yung may Star yung dulo at Inquirer yung pamagat. Kahit biro ko lang na isa kong manunulat at awtor ng isang pahayagan, hayan at lantad naman ang aking pangalan- at your service PILIPINAS! -Noel Vincent Domingo

Bago pa lumalim ang gabi, unti-unting nag-iinit ang bawat eksena at muling namulat ang kanilang mga kaisipan sa mga bagay na humahawi sa mga bakas ng kamusmusan. Ang kanilang mga katawan ay humahagod sa bawat unos upang makamtan ang natatanging langit.

Umaalab na sa kasiyahan ang mga tagpo, ano nga ba ang pinaka-maselang bahagi ng katauhan? Hanggang kailan matatapos ang walang hanggang hiling ng makasalan ang Eba sa pagtaas ng kanilang antas sa lipunan at ano pa ang kayang isabuhay ng mapanglinlang na Adan upang patuloy na mangibabaw sa lahat.

Kahit hindi kadalasang nabibigyang pansin, lumalawak na ang kaisipan ng mga tao patungo sa pagkakapantay-pantay ng bawat uri.

Hindi maikakailang sa mundong ating ginagalawan ay mayroong nasa itaas at mayroong mga naapakan at pilit na bumabangon hindi upang pumantay sa pumapangibabaw kundi ang humigit pa sa kanilang mga narating. At kung minsa’y walang malay na dumudurog sa lugar na minsan nilang kinalagyan.

Ang babae ay nilikha na may likas na karupukan na nagsisilbi nilang matinding kahinaan sa marahas na mundo ngunit sa kabila nito sila naman ang nabigyan ng higit na pag-unawa.

Samantalang ang mga lalaki ay ipinagkalooban ng matikas na pananalig sa kanyang mga desisyon na maitututuring na isang malaking bahagi sa paninindigan ngunit nagsisilbing kahinaan sa mataas niyang pride.

Hindi naman sa nakikialam pero kailan nga ba nagiging patas ang mga bagay sa mundo?

Tanggapin mo na lamang na dominante talaga ang mga lalaki. Mula sa isang bahay na sila ang namumuno hanggang sa mga malalaking kompanya na pinangungunahan ng mga kalalakihan. Magmula kay Barack Obama, mga pinaka mayayamang tao sa mundo hanggang sa mga tambay sa kanto na kahit na walang kapakipakinabang na ginagawa ay kinatatakutan.

Para maipagtanggol naman ang karapatan ng kababaihan, ayan, nagsulputan ang mga iba’t ibang organisasyon gaya ng Gabriela. Para sa mga kababaihang naapi, minamaltrato, inaabuso at lahat na ang mga masasamang bagay na maaaring gawin ng kalalakihan.

Sino nga ba ang totoong talunan sa hindi makataong lipunan?

Ang mga babaeng malimit na na pinagsasamantalahan, inaapi, minamaltrato, inaabuso, sinasaktan, ano pa?

Lahat naman na ata ng masasaklap na bagay naranasan na ng kababaihan hindi ba?

Masakit? Tumatagos? Nagdurugo?

Talaga ba? Yung totoo? Sino ba talaga! Sabihin mo! Kung hindi mo sila kayang irespeto bilang babae, igalang mo sila bilang tao!

So let’s talk about people. Tayong lahat ay nilikha sa imahe ng Panginoon. Na may pantay-pantay na karapatan.

Bakit tila ang karapatang ipinaglalaban ay nagsisilbi na lamang na kapangyarihan. Kapangyarihan laban sa kalalakihan. Na kahit minsa’y nawawala na sa lugar.

Habang itinulak niya patungo sa isang madilim na silid, ikinandado ang pintuan. Pinagpapawisan, tuliro sabay hubad sa kanyang mga damit. Sabay sigaw niya ng “Rape! Rape! Rape!”.

Wala na, siyang lalaki ang tinulak, hinubaran at pinagsamantalahan ang siya naman ngayong maaakusahan sa isang kasalanang bunga ng maling kapangyarihan.

“Ang hiling naming ay pagkakapantay-pantay!” ngunit ang totoo’y gusto nilang makaungos at ngayon naman ay apakan silang walang muwang.

Minsa’y akong napaisip nang mapasok ako sa isang eksena; Habang kausap ko ang aking matalik na kaibigang babae sa isang silid, nag-uusap habang nakatayo. Nang bigla akong mangawit at kinuha ang kaisa-isang upuan at sabay upo, nang bigla niya akong sinabihan ng “Wow! Nakakahiya naman kamusta naman ang pagiging gentleman?”

Sinakal ko siya! “Hindi ba’t gusto ninyo ng pagkakapantay-pantay, bakit sa mga simpleng bagay ay napapansin ninyo agad ang kalalakihan samantalang kayo lang ba ang may karapatang mangawit? Ha! Sabihin mo sa’kin!” Pero siyempre joke lang yun.

Pero ikaw. Hindi ka ba napapaisip?

Halimbawa na lamang sa isang bus, Nakaupo ka sa isang komportableng kalagayan (dahil nga naman pumila ka ng maaga sa terminal at nagbayad ng sapat kay kunduktor) nang biglang sumakay si seksing babae. Hindi mo pinansin. Sa isip-isip ni seksing babae., “Hindi man lang maawa sa nakapalda”. Wow! At kasalanan pa naming nag-palda ka alam mo namang sasakay ka sa siksikang sasakayan at nagpahuli ka pa.

“Bakit gano’n? ang lalaki ‘pag nabigyan niya ng magandang buhay ang kanyang pamilya, sasabihin ng tao, aba, mahusay siyang ama. Pero kapag babae ka, binigay mo na ang lahat, kulang pa rin para tawagin kang isang mabuting ina” Talaga ba? Iyan lang kasi ang tingin ninyo sa mga sarili ninyo. Magsimula kang pataasin ang tingin mo sa iyong sarili.

Bakit? Ang ina, kapag iniwan ang kanyang mga anak, baka may problema lang, baka may malalim siyang dahilan. Pero ang ama ‘pag naglaho bigla, isa siyang walang kwentang tao! Sa tingin mo, patas nga ba ang mundo?

Marahil sa mga mambabasa nito na peminista ay mag-iiba ang tingin ninyo sa akin bilang isang maginoong lalaki. Pero try ninyo gamitin si utak paminsan-minsan.

Napakataas ng pag-tingin ko sa kababaihan, isa silang dakilang tao na sumusubaybay sa bawat yapak at paglaki ng kabataan. Sumisimbolo sa aking ina, lola, ate, kapatid. Kayat gano’n na lamang kung sila’y aking tingalain.

Pero sana naman, kung pagkakapantay-pantay ang inyong hiling ito nga ang inyong mithiin. Paano naman kasi ang karapatan namin?

Kung umabot ka hanggang sa pangungusap na ito, malamang nabuksan na ang isip mo, at para sa mga hindi, malamang hindi ito ang inaasahan nilang punto ng artikulong ito.

Bago mo muling pintasan ang bawat maling nagagawa ng kalalakihan, subukan mo namang isipin, may nagawa ka na bang kapaki-pakinabang bilang bahagi ng mga kababaihan?

-Rolando C. Iniwan Jr.

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Industry analysts say that they don’t expect to see one until the E3 gaming expo this June, and will probably be released in December.

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has truly been remarkable how modern gadgets changed the phase of our world today.

Not only making our daily lives easier, but adding a pinch of luxury and style.

Apple as we know it, although it tops the market for several years since the release of iPads, it failed to reach the top ten technological trends for this year according to T3 magaine.

An editor of T3 magazine stated that “Rather than a list of what’s best, the Hot 100 is a countdown of kit that has the power to set the next big tech trends. 2013 is going to be an exciting year.”

Here are the top ten gadgets for 2013:

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op 10: Nvidia Project Shield Is portable gaming device which claims to redefine gaming on the go. The Android gadget, with top-of-the-range audio and visual quality, lets you play high-quality games away from your home. You can also connect the device to your PC using wifi, so you can play your favourite games without having to get off the couch.

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op 9: Cambridge Audio Minx Air This sound system can play your music from whatever device you want - smartphone, tablet or computer.

Using Cambridge Audio’s expertise in hi-fi design and wireless streaming quality, you can listen to your favourite song in high quality while still being able to use your phone or tablet.

The device can also play the radio, and is compatible for both Apple and Android products.

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op 8: Pebble Billed as “the first watch for the 21st century,” the Pebble watch has different faces that you can download and customise.

Pebble connects to iPhone and Android smartphones using Bluetooth, alerting you with a silent vibration to incoming calls, emails and messages.

With apps you can turn the watch into a stopwatch, GPS, mp3 player and computer, to use while you’re on the go.

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op 7: Fujifilm X100S This retro-styled camera brings together the best of traditional photography and its digital counterpart.

With a 16.3MP X-Trans CMOS sensor and

on-chip phase detection, the X100S now has a better autofocus speed than previous models. This is supported by a new processor, the ‘EXR Processor II’, which includes a new ‘Lens Modulation Optimiser’ function.

With an improved user interface and viewfinder, this is a serious camera for serious photographers.

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op 6: PaperTab Combining the flexibility of paper with the endurance of digital, PaperTab is set to change the way we work on documents.

PaperTab only allows the user to open one thing at a time, but have several papers. This means users can do things like share PDFs just by tapping two tablets together, fast-forward during a video by bending the display, and opening emails by touching two displays together.

Unfortunately, the device is still in construction and there has been no word on a release date.

technological experience.

While you wear the lightweight glasses, you can use your voice to command them to take pictures, record video, send messages, find directions and translate your speech.

The glasses connect to the Internet and use Google’s services to create a hands-free smartphone, right in front of your eyes.

Google are testing the product on a lucky few who applied to be “Glass Explorers”, but they will be released to a wider audience soon.

op 1: 3D printers 3D (Three-dimensional) printing is already causing waves, with the technology being used in dozens of industries across the world including clothing, engineering and medicine.

Using technology which maps out an object, the printers then layer thin slices of plastic or other materials - on top of each other to create a 3D object.

It is hoped that 3D printers can provide cheap and quick production, possibly providing solutions to problems such as forensic investigations.

Some companies, such as RepRap, are trying to produce 3D printers available for home use, as most are only used in industrial or commercial settings.

-Rolando C. Iniwan, Jr.

Source: Mirror.co.uk http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/ technology-science/technology/t3s-top-10-hot-gadgets-1788517#ixzz2dUv467yy

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op 3: Sony PlayStation 4 Sony have only given tantalising details of the PS4, but by all accounts it will provide a new boost for gaming.

The controller has replaced some buttons with touchscreen technology, and the console now has a share function which lets you record, edit and upload gaming footage and

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op 5: Sony 4K OLED TV This will be the world’s first Ultra High Definition television that uses Organic LEDs, with a native 3,840 x 2,160 OLED panel.

The 56-inch set gives outstanding detail and high-quality image, and experts are saying it will change the way we watch television for good. Again, no release date or price has been mentioned - but technology fans are desperate to get their hands on the newest piece of TV tech.

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op 4: Google Glass This highly anticipated piece of technology will allow wearers to have a hands-free

Hindi ba’t ang sarap sa pakiramdam kung lagi kang nag aaral? Walang humpay ang pasok ng biyaya sayo kada Linggo. Hindi ka mawawalan ng pangload, pangdota, pang gala at lahat na ng pagkakagastusan. Mas marami kang makikilalang tao at magagalugad mo pa ng sagad ang hiwaga ng mundo. Babala: ito ay pawang mga payong base lamang sa aking mga pagmamasid masid at pagmumuni muni. Swertihin ka nga kaya?

Tip#1- Sunugin ang balat,hindi ang kilay- Literal. Magsunog ka ng balat para mapatunayan na nagtatangka kang agawin kay Dora ang trono ng pagiging gala. Libutin mo na yung buong Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija o kung hindi ka pa rin masiyahan, sige buong Perlas ng Silangan na. Wag ka na mag aral, tutal naman eh mas marami kang mga aral na napupulot sa paglilibot. Ano lang ba naman yung tres na ibibigay sayo ng Prof. mo sa finals?

Sus! Isa lang diskarte diyan, i-enroll mo ulit next sem. Mas masarap maglibot. YOLO dude!

Tip#2- Panindigan ang pagiging student leader slash varsity player- Ialay ang buong puso,lakas,isip at kaluluwa (de sige lahat na) sa organisasyong kinabibilangan. Doon ka na tumira sa office niyo. Wag ka ng pumasok at makipag kwentuhan ka na lang sa iba mo pang ka miyembro, kaysa making sa Prof. niyo na dalawang linggo ng itinututro sa inyo. Mag practice ka na lang ng isport mo para may ipagbunyi muli ang pamantasan ni John Wesley.

Hayaan mo na, si Prof.XYZ naman ang bahala sa excuse letter mo. Well, bahala ka na din sa grades mo.

Tip#3- Maging Nocturnal- mabuhay ka sa dilim. Bukod sa masaya ang nightlife kapiling ang shisha at pagbi-beer pong, may instant skin whitener ka dahil malayo ka sa sikat ng araw pero may karagdagang eyebags nga lang. Tapos pumasok ka kinabukasan pero teka, baka hindi ka papasukin ng guard sa gate. Tandaan, sa school ang destinasyon mo, hindi sa Zombielandia.

Tip#4- Deadmahin ang Requirements- Wag ka ng gumawa ng outputs sa bawat subject dahil 20% lang naman ang mawawala sa grades mo. Hayaan mong sila na lang ang mag ulat sa harap at panindigan mo na rin ang pagiging chairman (Chairman- adj. Mga estudyanteng palagi lang naka-upo; hindi nagrerecite.) wag ka na rin makilahok sa mga activities na tampok sa inyong departamento. Sa madaling salita, wag mo ng pakialaman ang mundo.= Tpi#5- Painitin ang ulo ng Professor- sabihin mo sa kanya na kasing bulok na ng burong kanin yung style ng pagtuturo niya. Na boring siya at hindi kainte interisado yung mga kwento niya na noong nineteen kopng kopong pa naganap. (Teka, kailan nga ba ang eksaktong taon ng nineteen kopong kopong? o.O) Imungkahi mo rin sa kanya yung ginagamit mong mouthwash, baka sakaling talaban pa ng first aid yung methane gas niyang hininga. Ay! Este carbon dioxide pala. Wag na din magreview para di makapasa sa mga quizzes sa subject niya. Pangunahan mo na din siya sa lahat ng desisyon niya. Tapos magdiscuss ka din ng sarili mong topic sa seatmate mo. ‘Pag yan di pa tumalab, ewan ko na lang.

Tip#6 Shift, Palit, Change- “ There is no permanent thing in the world but change”. Eto siguro yung pananaw mo sa buhay kaya wala ka ng ginawa kundi mag shift ng kurso. At dahil hindi ka sigurado kung ano talaga ang gusto mong maging propesyon baling araw, mayroon kang ng isang aparador ng samu’t saring uniporme. (Goodluck nalang sa alkampor kung kakayanin niya ang powers ng mga mababait na residente sa loob ng aparador.

Sa dami siguro ng naging kaibigan at kalase mo, may chance siguro na humakot ka ng boto sa eleksiyon kaya kung ako sayo, subukan mong pasukin ang mundo ng pulitika. Baka ditto may future ka.

Tip#7 Lumunok ng Pakwan- Hindi ka kakain ng isang buong pakwan. Ambisyosa! Pero kung kaya mo talaga, sige hindi kita pipigilan. Ang ibig kong sabihin ay gawin mong kasing bilog ng pakwan yung sinapupunan mo. Ngunit paano? Tinatanong pa ba ‘yan? Haha. Sige, ikaw na bahalang dumiskarte kung paano magkakapakwan ang sinapupunan mo. Alam ko naman na alam nating lahat eh. Pero siguraduhin mong hindi ka tatakasan ng magsasakang nagtinim niyan sayo. At kung magkataon man, wag sanang magkalaglagan.

Oh ano? Natatawa ka siguro kasi medyo relate ka. Kasi yung mga seven tips ko sayo, marahil ay ginagawa mo ngayon. Hindi mo kasi naiisip ang lahat ng sakripisyo at pagpapakasakit ng mga magulang mo sayo, mapag aral ka lamang sa unibersidad na ito. Ang pag aaral ay maihahalintulad ko sa isang pamumuhunan. Pamumuhunan na walang katiyakan kung tunay ngang may kapararakan. Maaaring sa pamamagitan ng aking pagmamasid at pagmumuni muni ay naibukas ko ang pananaw ng ilan sa inyo. Lahat tayo’y nag mimithi ng pag unlad. Sana’y maisip mo din na hjindi habang buhay ay naka suporta sa atin ang ating mga magulang. Darating tayo sa pagkakataon na kailangan nating manindigan sa sarili nating mga paa. At para sa ilan na gusting pangalagaan ang “ forever student profile”, sige lang, ipagpatuloy mo ang seven lucky tips ko. Nawa’y swertehin ka.

-Ruth Toledo

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op 2: Samsung Galaxy S4 Samsung unveiled their new Android phone earlier this month in New York, and are expecting it to outsell Apple’s products.

Among new feature is the Galaxy S4’s remote technology which allows users to control functions without touching the screen.

“Smart pause” means people can pause a video by looking away from the screen, while “smart scroll” lets users scroll through emails without touching the screen, the S4 detecting the movements of the eyes and wrist.

Users can also change music tracks or accept a call with a simple wave of a hand.

The Galaxy S will be rolled out globally at the end of April, and will be available on several different contracts.

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I wanna eat everyday and every night.

Our body is our responsibility because it is a part of our lives. Thus, the ideal food intake is at least three times of heavy meals; breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Some may have snacks in between those times because as we work every day, we always need energy. Food gives energy, too much elementary to inform you this matter. On the other hand, problems do also exist between people.

There appears a deadly yet trendy foodstuff.

Troubles do not merely occur with the food that gives us energy to work. It is more often on how to feed our minds. As we go concern in our daily existence, the following may supplement our thinking to be positive in life: LIVE LIFE. BE PART OF THOSE LIVING. Do not just merely exist. Though this world is having more than seven billion people, make a contribution. Do good things to others. Participate in social activities. Be a concerned citizen. It is heartwarming to be remembered because of our good deeds and your cooperation with others.

LIVE MORE. STAND OUT. There are many aspects of life. Make yourself shine among others. Everybody has a talent and everyone is unique. No two people are exactly alike. Do not be ashamed of what you have and what the Father in heaven has given you. Flairs should not be hidden; it must be shown to the world.

LIVE SIMPLY. KEEP YOUR FEET ON THE GROUND. One of the greatest virtues in life is humility. Make yourself elastic that even your heads and eyes are on the clouds; your feet are still on the ground. Do not humiliate others just for you to shine.

Do not hurt other people for your own fame.

LIVE BEST. STILL SEE GOOD THINGS. Though we are facing many struggles, smile. Don’t say that life is unfair. If all say it, then it is fair. We are given different problems because we have different capacities on how to handle things.

For no person appears without conflicts. For every difficulty we overcome, makes us stronger. For in every mistake we make, there is learning.

LIVE IN HEAVEN. BE THE BEST. Live with God, everything will be alright. Nothing is impossible with Him. Think positive. Do not be afraid of tomorrow. Life is continuous. Everything is still under control. Feed your mind with His words because “For no man shall live by the bread alone but by word that proceeds from the mouth of God”, Matthew 4:4 says.

If we cannot avoid eating unhealthy foods, at least, let us feed ourselves with foods for thought.

-Jerome O. Estavillo The Central Student Publication of Wesleyan University - Philippines

Places, Currentfaces News& &Lifestyle Events June-August 2013 | Volume XIV • Issue No. 6 Bagama’t patuloy ang pagsulong ng Pilipinas tungo sa pag-unlad, patuloy ding umaayon ang pamumuhay ng mga Pilipino sa makabagong panahon.

Ngunit kaalinsabay ng pagtangkilik sa mga modernong gawi ay ang pagkalimot nating mga Pilipino sa orhinal nating kultura na tila tanging ang nakaraan na lamang ang nakaaalam – kabilang na dito ang ating sariling paraan ng pagsulat: ang Baybayin.

Bago pa man sakupin ng mga Europeo ay may sarili nang sistema ng panitik at pagsulat ang ating mga ninuno. Ang Baybayin ay ginagamit na ng mga sinaunang Pilipino sa kanilang pamumuhay bilang isang wikang nakalimbag kaakibat sa sistema ng pagtuturo noon.

Sa isang putol ng kawayan kadalasang isinulat ang baybayin gamit ang matulis na panulat upang malimbag ang mga simbolo. Minsa’y ginagamitan din ng pluma na gawa sa iba’t ibang katas ng halaman at kulisap.

Sa buong Pilipinas ay kalat-kalat ang mga tribo’t komunidad na gumamit (at patuloy na gumagamit) ng baybayin.

Mula sa mga Tagalog hanggang sa mga Kapampangan na gumagamit ng Kulitan, sa mga Bisaya, hanggang sa mga Bikolano, Ilonggno, Pangasinense, ang baybayin noon ay laganap na ginagamit sa araw-araw na pamumuhay upang panatilihin ang kanilang mga karanasan at kaisipan, upang magkaroon sila ng permanenteng rekord para sa kaalaman

ng susunod na henerasyon.

Hanggang sa dumating ang mga Conquistadores.

Nang dumating ang mga Kastila, natagpuan nilang ang mga sinaunang Pilipino ay marunong bumasa at sumulat sa baybayin. Noon pa man ay mayroon nang sitema ng edukasyon ang ating mga ninuno.

Ayon sa kasaysayan, ang mga prayle na kasama ng mga Kastila ay nag-utos na itapon at sunugin ang mga nakalimbag na baybayin sapagka’t ang mga ito raw ay gawa ng mga demonyo na ibinulong sa mga paganong Pilipino. Subalit kaakibat ng pagtanggap ng “bagong” relihiyon ay ang paglaho ng masining at mayamang kultura.

Ayon kay Ramon Valmonte, retiradong propesor ng Mass Communication sa pamantasang ito, ang baybayin ay maituturing na raw “extinct”.

Ayon sa kanya, “naging bahagi ito ng Kulturang Pilipino. Tulad na lang ng calligraphy ng mga Intsik at Hapon, bahagi yun ng kanilang kultura. Ang mga Thai ay may sariling alpabeto. Maaaring hanggang ngayon ay bahagi pa rin ng ating kultura ang baybayin kung hindi nangi-alam ang mga Espanyol. Nakakalungkot isipin na yung atin nawala”.

Sa pagtangkilik ng ating mga ninuno sa mga dayuhan ay unti-unting tumalab ang kamandag ng sibilisasyong Kanluranin.

“Kahit hindi tayo sinakop ng mga Espanyol may problema pa rin: puro

Volume XIV • Issue No. 4 | June-August 2013 western powers ang nag-aagawan sa Pilipinas”, ani Valmonte. “Maaari tayong napasailalim sa kapangyarihan ng mga Briton. Ang mga Indones noon ay nasa ilalim ng mga Aleman.”

“Hindi tulad ng China at Japan na closed culture at hindi pinasukan ng mga dayuhan sa loob ng mahabang panahon. Either way, Roman writing pa rin ang gagamitin natin,” dagdag ni Valmonte.

Maaaring isang dahilan din ang mismong kulturang Pilipino. Hindi tulad ng China at Korea na gumamit ng papel at pluma upang maglimbag ng libo-libong scrolls at nagtayo ng mga aklatan upang mai-preserve ang kanilang kasaysayn, ang kanilang alaala, hindi print culture ang ating kultura.

Ayon kay Paul Morrow, isang Canadian na dalubhasa ng baybayin, “The sad fact is that most forms of indigenous art in the Philippines were abandoned wherever the Spanish influence was strong and only exist today in the regions that were out of reach of the Spanish empire.”

Isang katanungan naman ang ibinahagi ni Hectore Santos sa atin: “Hindi kaya ang paglaho ng baybayin ang naghudyat sa paglaho ng kaloobang kultural nating mga Pilipino? Hindi kaya habambuhay na tayong magkakawatak bilang isang bansa na nangangapa ng mga sagisag at simbolo na dapat sana nating ipagmalaki?”

Ang baybayin ay isang ligaw na

alaala. Nai-preserba na lamang dahil sa mga dokumentong Kastila at mga diksyunaryong nailim,bag noong 16-17 siglo.

Ngunit ang nakaraan ay nag-iiwan ng latak. May natitira pa rin sa baybayin.

Hindi man natin maibabalik ang mga nalimbag na karakter mula sa mga abo, hindi naman makikitil ng kahit na anong puwersa ang kaalamang nakatatak na sa isipan ng bawat ninuno na nagturo ng sining ng baybayin sa mga susunod na henerasyon. Nananaig ang kaalaman.

Sa kasalukuyan ay binubuhay muli ang baybayin. Sa kabila ng edukasyog pormal gamit ang alpabetong Pilipino (na hiniram mula sa alpabetong Amerikano), nakiki-ayon din ang orihinal na sistema ng panulat sa panahong moderno.

Lahat ng bagay ay mabilis na lumilipas at nagbabago – kabilang na dito ang kultura. Sapagtanggap ng mga Pilipinomsa mga kaisipnag kolonyal, sa pagsulong ng mga kababayan natin ng mga kulturang makadayuhan, ay unti-unting napupundi ang sariling mga gawi na pinatatag ng kasaysayan.

“Definitely, nakaka-apekto ang wika sa pag-unlad ng isang bansa. Isa itong paraan upang makipag-ugnayan sa ibang mga kultura at bansa para sa palitan ng kaalaman. Granted, hindi tayo sinakop ng mga Europeo at hindi nawala ang baybayin, paano ngayong panahon ng globalisasyon?” pagtatapos

ni Valmonte.

Mas malalim, mas kumplikado, mas masining, at mas mayaman ang kulturang Pilipino kaysa sa mga kulturang hip-hop, k-pop, atbp. na tinatangkilik natin ngayon.

Hindi masamang umunlad, ngunit kaakibat ng pagsulong natin sa hinaharap ay ang pagtanaw sa ating mga ugat sa landas ng nakaraan na siyang bumuo sa ating pagkakakilanlan ngayon. Ang kasalukuyan ay nakadepende sa nakaraan.

“Silang hindi nakaaalam sa lumipas ay hindi makalilikha ng sarili nilang kinabukasan. Kung walang pag-aalala sa nakaraan, habambuhay silang magiging alipin.” – Boni Ilagan

Tara na’t sumulat ng Baybayin!

Ang baybayin ay ang sinaunang sistema ng panulat ng ating mga ninuno na binubuo ng 17 orihinal na simbolo o letra na laganap noong panahong pre-kolonyal.

Hindi tulad ng alpabetong Romano, ang bawat letra baybayin ay silabiko – ibig sabihin, bawat letra ay nangangahulugan ng isang kumpletong silabiko.

-Rhounee Ron Kevin D. Frany

Alibata chart

Dahil na rin sa modernisasyon, ang baybayin sa ika-21 siglo ay umaayon na rin sa pagsubok ng panahon upang ito ay muling sumibol.

Ang mga sumusunod ay ang iilang alituntunin sa pagsulat ng baybayin: 1. Ang baybayin ay para sa wikang Filipino.

Hindi ito maaaring gamitin sa ibang wika.

2. Ang bawat karakter sa baybayin ay nangangahulugan ng isang silabiko sa isang salita.

3. Upang punan ang mga silabikong nagtatapos sa katinig, sinusulat ang krus (+) sa baba ng karakter.

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ove comes along in each and everyone’s life. People delineate it in so many ways. And yes, every single utterance claiming its sense is truthful. But take a look on it – does love really have a definition? Affection, they say. But how it started? Do you any have idea? Perhaps, some would say, it started when blah blah blah. But when it goes to deeper sense, a question is formulated.

What do you like most about him? Or maybe, what makes you in love with her?

Any of those questions is not really necessary to answer. That sort of queries just needs an understanding between the two hearts involved. Nobody could really say what makes them feel that special feeling unto others, for it has really no definition. Love needs no definition. All it demands is to be true.

It is, indeed, a blind. We cannot see what we saw before the actual moment until all hearts in the world look for their partners and unite as they started what we call “relationship” BOY MEETS GIRL That is the most memorable moment – when the boy meets her girl. After, of course, of getting to know each other stage, they are set to go in a higher level – perhaps, it could be the relationship. This is the flash when the boy will really know who that girl is and vice versa. Likewise, this is also the time, where in they will figure out the facts about themselves.

WOMEN SHOULD KNOW… When a guy is quiet, he is listening to you.

When a guy stares at you, he thinks you are the most beautiful girl in the world.

When you are laying your head on his chest, he has the world.

When a guy calls you everyday, he is in love.

When a guy says “I miss you”, he misses you more than you could have missed him.

When a guy is in love and he says “I love you”, he means it.

MEN SHOULD KNOW… When a girl is quiet, million of things are running in her mind.

When a girl stares at you, she is wondering why you are lying.

When a girl lies on your chest, she is wishing for you to be hers forever.

When a girl calls you everyday, she is seeking for your attention.

When a girl says “I miss you”, no one in this world can miss you more than that.

When a girl is in love and says “I love you”, she means it.

WOMEN’S SOUL Women need to cry. And they won’t do it alone unless they know you can hear them.

Women will always ask questions that have no right answer, in an effort to trap you into feeling guilty.

Women love to talk. Silence intimidates them and they feel a need to fill it, even if

they have nothing to say.

Women don’t need sex as often as men do. This is because sex is more physical for men and more emotional for women. Just knowing that the man wants to have sex with them fulfills the emotional need.

Women never understand why men love toys. Men understand that they wouldn’t need toys if women had an “on/off ” switch.

Women think all beer is the same.

Watch a woman eat an ice cream cone and you’ll have a pretty good idea about how she’ll be in bed.

Women are insecure about their weight, butt, and breast sizes.

Women like to have house-husband.

A woman questioned her self worth sometimes.

A woman is intuitive (woman’s instinct).

A woman is stimulated by feelings of love.

A woman enjoys varied expression of love.

A woman needs eggs in the empty nest (offspring).

Women fall in love with a humorous guy.

Women are too much emotional.

Women always want understanding without thinking that guys need it more.

Women ar e survivor.

Women love to hysterical without knowing the truth.

Woman needs to hear the precious words “I love you”.

Guys may be flirting around all day but before they go to sleep, they always think about the girl they truly care about.

When a guy really likes you, he’ll disregard all your bad characteristics.

Guys go crazy over a girl’s smile.

Guys hate it when you talk about your ex-boyfriend.

Guys want to tell you many things but they can’t. And they have one habit to gain courage and spirit to tell you many things and it is drinking! But do not generalize.

Guys love their moms but hate gays.

You can never understand him unless you listen to him.

No guy is bad when he is courting.

Guys think too much; their fantasies are unlimited.

Guys know how to love… how to be hurt… GUYS CRY!!!

-Jan Adrian delos Santos

MEN’S SOUL He is proud to be a man.

Job success is supreme.

He shows love in tangible terms.

He makes decision differently (more on objective).

A man likes his woman to stay attractive (model of behave grace).

A man receives visual stimulation (pornography).

He needs sexual expression of love.

He struggles with mid-life challenges (prone to 3rd party).

He secretly welcomes encourages.

He is sensitive to TLC or tender, loving, and caring.

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Enemy of both lines suffered a bounty of casualties. It was very horrifying...

I still remember it, I was sitting amused inside the cinema 4 of Mega Center The Mall shivering because of all air conditioning were on turbo cool. The silver screen projected this war movie in midst of darkness. I was a fourth grade pupil then and I watched this movie because film watching was a requirement for gradeschool then. The Great Raid, was the title of this Hollywood film, inspired by true events and directed by John Dahl. Well, I enjoyed watching it; I just merely enjoyed it but it didn’t make any sense for me at all, then.

Seven years later, I remember when I first stepped in this place. Eight miles from Cabanatuan City proper is this Pangatian War Memorial Shrine. “So this is the place where ‘The Great Raid’ happened”, I whispered to myself.

I entered the gate and a lone marker welcomed me, written: The Soldier’s Trust, attributed to American and Filipino soldiers who died on this hallowed ground. Form thence, I felt myself travelled to the past.

Twenty years before World War II, the site served as a Military instalment for the American troops but when the Japanese had occupied it, it was turned to a torture Concentration camp. Most of the prisoners of war (POW) were survivor of the infamous Bataan Death March. Here, they suffered cruelty and torment and most of them chose to die to stop this hellish experience.

At the far end of the compound were two long memorial walls. Listed are names of the American servicemen imprisoned in the camp. On April 6, 2003, provincial government inaugurated a second memorial on an adjacent land. It pays tribute to our Filipino guerrillas who sacrificed their lives for the liberation of those POWs.

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I continued to walk as a soldier in stealth mode. I scanned everything in sight until I saw the elevated circular Pangatian War Memorial. It gave me an atmosphere of solemnity although I still heard sounds of vehicles running on the Hi-way. It seemed that I have heard a soldier screaming “Freedom!” this is the only place in Nueva Ecija where the American flag flies beside the Philippine flag.

The focal point is a large marble niched simply with the name “CABANATUAN” engraved onto it.

A marble atop the niche explains the significance of the sight. Written: “This memorial honors the American servicemen and civilians who died here and gratefully acknowledges the equally heroic sacrifices made by Filipino servicemen and civilians in a mutual quest for freedom, honor and peace...” I opened my eyes and realized I was in the midst of a battle.

January 30, 1945, American soldiers and Filipino guerrillas joined forces to capture this concentration camp and to liberate POWs as their main objective. It was the Alamo scouts and the 6th Ranger US battalion under the command of Lt. Col. Henry Mucci who took over the ‘mission impossible’. With the aid of Capt. Robert Prince, the platoon crawled sneakily 500 meters to avoid being seen by Japs patrol. While Filipino guerrillas, led by Capt. Juan Pajota and Capt. Eduardo Joson

were about to barricade the nearest Japs camp to avoid reinforcement when the mission start.

The twilight had drifted; they’re on their respective positions - a single shot lit the firefight between guns and weapons. Gunfire and explosions echoed and the cold ambiance of a very dim place made the battle more crucial.

Lights emitted from fires of blast of the muzzle of arms. Many were wounded. Enemy of both lines suffered a bounty of casualties. It was very horrifying...

At the end of the mission, 516 POWs were liberated, two US rangers killed, Filipinos suffered 21 casualties and hundreds of Japanese imperial army died. This event was now recognized as the most daring and successful rescue mission of its type in the records of US military history.

The Great Raid, I still remember it. The movie I watched for a project’s grade that time.

I didn’t know the significance of siting there in the cold cinema watching that film. A stash of Nova and a pack of Piattos were all my companions, not to mention my classmate. But now, I remember it. The Pangatian War Memorial Shrine symbolises the patriotism of Cabanatueños, Novo Ecijanos, Filipinos. The Pangatian’s great raid, I will forever remember it.

-Aurelio Fergene D. Torres

The Central Student Publication of Wesleyan University - Philippines

Development communication June-August 2013 | Volume XIV • Issue No. 6

Kidlat!

Lintik ka talaga!

Pagtigil ng tibok ng puso – maaaring ganyan ang nararamdaman mo sa tuwing masisilayan o makakasalubong mo si Daniel Padilla, Coco Martin, Angel Locsin o kahit sino pa mang maningning na bituin na pumupukaw sa iyong paningin. Pero, ngunit subali’t datapwa’t ganito rin ang maaaring mangyari sa iyo kapag ikaw ay tinamaan! Hindi dahil sa natagong hiwaga ng pag-ibig ngunit dahil sa bangis ng lintik, a.k.a kidlat!

Lightning strikes the same place twice Maaari at hindi imposibleng tumama sa parehas na lugar ang kidlat dahil ito ay totoong nangyayari sa Empire State Building, sa New York City na humigit kumulang ay 25 beses tinatamaan ng kidlat sa loob ng isang taon.

Ganun din naman sa ating mga tao, pwede tayong tamaan ng kidlat ng kahit ilang beses sa buong buhay natin!

Lintik naman o!

Isa sa 700 000 katao ay maaaring tamaan ng kidlat, isipin mo na lang na parang tumama ka sa lotto kapag nakidlatan ka.

I can catch lightning!

Hindi joke ang usaping kidlat.

Kadalasan, ang mga natatamaan nito ay pumuputok ang mga daluyan ng dugo o di kaya’y napa-paralyze, o kaya nama’y namamatay. May nakaligtas na ba sa kidlat? Ayon sa National Geographic, sa loob ng isang taon 400 katao na tinamaan ng kidlat ang nakaliligtas (taray di ba? Volta King and Queen lang ang peg!). 86% ng mga nakaka-survive ay nagkakaroon ng permanent nervous damage.

Taon-taon ay pumapatay ito 40-50 katao sa Pilipinas. Dahil ang bansa natin ay likas na tropikal at dahil tayo ay malapit sa equator, madalas tayong nakararanas ng mga thunderstorms at kung anu-ano pang atmospheric phenomena.

At dahil tag-ulan na naman at panahon na ng mga kulog, bagyo, daluyong, buhawi, etc. (magugunaw na nga ata ang mundo!), may mga ilang steps para makaiwas sa kidlat!

Una, kumuha ka muna ng kahit ng lapis at papel. Bawal ang bolpen.

Pangalawa, itatak mo ang mga ito sa iyong puso at isipan, isama mo na rin ang atay at balun-balunan.

Pangatlo, seryoso na ito, basahing mabuti ang mga sumusunod.

•Umiwas sa open field - kaya kung ikaw ay nagliliwaliw sa inyong hacienda o nasa malawak na lupain ka sa panahong umuulan, ehh huwag ka nang rumampa-rampa pa, lumayas ka na karaka-raka! Wala ka sa fashion show teh!

•Law: when there’s thunder, there will always be lightning. Law: lightning strikes before the sound of thunder.

Kaya pwede kang tamaan kahit wala pang kulog. Pwede ka ring tamaan bago o pagkatapos ng storm.

•Kung nagkasalubong kayo ng taong mahal mo (at natigilan kayo sa paglalakad, nagkatitigan, nangungusap ang mga mata) at bigla-bigla’y lumakas ang ihip ng hangin, nagbago ang takbo ng kalangitan, lumilipad ang mga ibon ay paru-paro sa saliw ng Amihan, at ang mga dibdib ay parang ang kulog na nagababadya sa ibayo, hindi destiny ‘yon! Pumasok na agad sa loob ng bahay, at dun na lang siguro...

•Umiwas din sa mga pader na gawa sa

concrete o semento, lalo na kapag basa.

Alam na ha?

•Huwag ka ring hihiga at sa halip ay mag-crouch position o umupo nang nakayuko. Takpan ang tainga nang hindi humahawak sa tuhod at lupa. (paki-imagine na lang).

•Huwag mag-feeling unggoy, dahil delikado ang pag-akyat sa puno, dito madalas tumatama ang kidlat, search mo na lang sa youtube.

•Huwag ring sisilong sa mga puno o kahit na anong matataas at matatayog na bagay. Ang unang tinatamaan ng kidlat ay ang bagay na pinakamalapit sa kalangitan.

•Kung ikaw ay stranded sa labas, mas safe sumilong sa ilalim ng tulay o sa ilalim mismo ng mga kable ng kuryente (seryoso, totoo ito!) basta may 40-80 ft ang layo mo mula sa dalawang tower sa magkabilang dulo.

•Huwag ding sisilong sa mga partially enclosed na lugar. Maaaring pumasok o tumalon (you make imagine na lang, tumatalong kidlat!) ang kidlat sa loob ng mga structure na ito. Mas mainam magkulong sa mga kulob na lugar na halos walang makakapasok (o halos walang lalabasan) tulad ng kotse o mismong bahay.

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uition and other fees are the basic source of income of academic institutions, especially private schools where no subsidy comes from the government. Being one of the schools with highest fees Nueva Ecija, Wesleyan claims of its topnotch quality of education through scholarship, service and character.

Some might say that what students pay are given back through facilities offered by the university. In fact, Wesleyan is unique for having CCTV cameras spread along the campus and even the John Wesley Park. CCTVs that serve as a witness to millions dreams of Wesleyanians.

Fees are part of school life. There is no absolute free education. Here under are the preview of some payables that signify our student life:

Tuition Tuition is charged against the number of units of subjects we enrolled. This is also the source of compensation for employees. Most often, students have misconceptions regarding this fee with the proper term “tuition and other fees”.

Some students might say, “Nagmahal na naman ang tuition ko”, even there is no increase in tuition in WU-P since 2004.

Miscellaneous and other fees have.

Registration Student have different registration fees depending on the date of their enrolment. In the latest assessment form, the system has included 600-peso Automate Fee in this payable. While for those who have enrolled early this first semester, automate fee is a part of other fees.

Library There are groups of students complain about too much cost of library fee; when only a small percentage of students still

use the library, students use the internet which are available in their cellphones or gadgets. Some even use computer laboratories outside the campus. On a management view, this fee does not only concern about the electricity or other bits and pieces. New books are acquired through this.

Student Activity and CLC It is another thing that grabs some students’ attention. If the college local council collects fees for school activities, why does the university have separate fund for it or vice versa?

Moreover, SDF has increased by P200 this first semester given the fact there are many university activities funded by the college.

Psycho test and guidance A simple question from a freshmen, “If the guidance office offers psychological test every semester, why does it need to have a separate guidance fee?” Make sense.

Psycho test (formerly, testing fee) and Test papers Psychological test, as some notice, was named as “Testing fee” in the previous assessment forms. As complaints arise from parents and students through the student voices, the latter was renamed by the former for a to clarify that it is different from ‘test papers” which are utilized for quizzes and term examinations.

Athletic fee and PRISAA PRISAA stands for Private Schools Athletics Association which is different from athletics fee (alongside cultural fee). Some questions, be asked from the management why the need to have redundancy of fees.

Everything can be settled. Students only have to ask from the proper authorities -Jerome Estavillo

•Oo nga pala, pag nasa loob ka na ng bahay nyo, huwag kang magbubukas ng gripo o magsha-shower. Oras na tamaan ng kidlat ang lupa at dumaan sa mga metal na tubo, tustado ka, bro!

•Ikaw ay may 0.00000143 (aruy!) percent na chance na tamaan ng kidlat.

Kung ikaw ay nasa isang grupo, iwasan munang makihalubilo sa mga kabarkada kapag nasa labas at nagngangalit ang langit. Maaaring dumaan ang kidlat from one friend to another. Kaya mag-spread out sa ngalan ng pag-ibig at pagkakaibigan!

•Iwasang humawak ng mga bagay na gawa sa bakal at metal, lalo na ang mga matutulis na bagay (hindi ikaw si Thor, huy!). Iwasan ding gumamit ng payong sa tuwing kumikidlat. Malay mo, ikaw na ang susunod na biktima ni kumareng kidlat!

•Huwag humawak sa tubo at mga kable dahil hindi ka pa qualified sa search for Volta King and Queen, mabilis gumapang ang kuryente sa mga ito kaya masyadong delikado. Hindi pa iyon makakaya ng powers mo.

•Kung ikaw naman ay nasa loob ng bahay, hugutin ang mga appliances na nakasaksak sa mga power outlet. Sayang ang iPhone5 at Galaxy S4 at Vaio Duo at DSLR at iPad at...

•Gumamit na lang ng radyong de-baterya. At least alam mo kung ano ang nangyayari sa labas (baka si Misis Amindalan nadagaganan na ng puno ng niyog) nang nasa loob ng bahay mo at safe na safe!

Nawa ay isinaisip at isinapuso mo mga payong ito. Ipagdarasal namin mamaya ay tumigil na ang pagtibok ng iyong puso. Hindi dahil tatamaan ka ng kidlat ngunit dahil lalapit sa’yo ang crush mo mamaya. Promise!

P.S. Promises are meant to be broken.

-Avee Rose Toledo

Malalaswa, pang matatanda, bawal sa mga bata at hindi katanggap-tanggap na gawa.

Ano ang pornograpiya?

Pornograpiya ito ay mas kilala bilang “porn” o “porno” sa impormal na paggamit.

Ito ay ginagamit sa sekswal na pangangailangan. Maaaring gumamit ng iba’t-ibang klase ng media, kabilang ang mga libro, magasin, mga larawan, animation, sound recording, pelikula at video Sa paglitaw ng mga social networking sites, mas lumaganap at naging madali ang pamamayagpag ng kalaswaan. Ayon kay Dr Victor B. Cline isang Sikologo sa University of Utah na may pribadong kasanayan bilang isang family psychotherapist,at eksperto tungkol sa kasal at sexual addiction, siya ay nagcounsil na ng maraming mag-asawa kung saan ang isa sa mga kasosyo ay may addiction sa pornograpiya. Siya ang may-akda ng “Effects of Pornography in Child and Adults,” ang buklet na inilathala ang moralidad sa Media, 475 Riverside Drive, Suite 239, New York, NY 10,115.

Sa trabahong ito, Sabi ni Dr. Cline: “Bilang isang clinical psychologist, marami na akong nagamot sa paglipas na maraming taon, humigit-kumulang na 300 sex addicts,nasubukang makipagsex, o iba pang mga indibidwal (96% lalaki) na may sekswal na sakit. Kasama nito ang maraming uri ng mga hindi kanais nais na kilos sa mga bagay na tulad ng pang gugulo sa bata, pamboboso, sadomasochism, fetishism, at panggagahasa. Gamit lamang ang ilang mga eksepsiyon, ang pornograpiya ay naging isang pangunahing sexual addiction ... “ Ang pornograpiya ay unti unting kumakain sa kamalayan ng isang indibidwal at lalong nagiging interesado ang bata, naaakit sa mga imahe ng pantaas na kahubdan.

Kapag nagamit ang pornograpiya sa pang matagalang gawain maaaring kasangkapanin na ito upang mangabusong sekswal.

Ang pagtingin ng pornograpiya ng bata

ay ang nagiging outlet para sa pagkahumaling na sekswal ng isang indibidwal sa mga bata.

Maaari din itong magamit upang madala ang mga bata sa sekswal na turismo. Ang impormasyon ay ginagamit upang ipakita sa mga nagnanais ng Cyber sex at prostitusyon.

Pornograpiya sa internet ay nagtatanghal ng ilang mga natatanging hamon para sa mga ahensiya ng pagpapatupad ng batas.

Ang mga hamon ay kinabibilangan ng: Ang istraktura ng Internet kung bakit ang kontrol ng pornograpiya para sa bata ay mahirap. Ang Internet ay isang sentralisadong sistema na walang iisang pagkontrol ng ahensiya. Dahil ito ay isang network ng mga network, kahit na isang pathway na naka-block, maraming mga kahaliling daan upang dalhin sa parehong destinasyon.

Hindi lamang ang pakikipagtulungan sa mga ahensya sa pagpapatupad ng batas ang kinakailangan upang subaybayan ang mga maysala sa kabuuan ng saklaw ng batas, kinakailangan ding magtulong-tulong ang mga mga magulang, guro at gobyerno para sa pagdakip ng mga may-sala. May isang potensyal para sa mga krimeng-pornograpiya upang pumunta uninvestigated dahil wala silang mahulog sa loob ng isang partikular na saklaw ng batas ng pagpapatupad ng batas.

Ang pag-aaral sa pamamagitan ng mga social siyentipiko Dr W.L. Marshall natagpuan na

halos kalahati ng rapists ay ginamit ang pornograpiya na naglalarawan ayon sex upang pukawin ang kanilang sarili sa paghahanda habang naghahanap ng isang biktima. Ang iba pang imbestigador ay nagsabing, ang iniulat na rapists at child molesters ay kumukuha ng mga gagamiting pornograpiya sa kapwa bago ang kanilang mga krimen at sa panahon ng aktwal na panghahalay.

Mula naman sa obserbasyong pananaliksik sa pamamagitan nina Dr Zillman at Dr Bryant ay nagmumungkahi na kung saan ang mga pang-eksperimentong mga paksang nakalantad sa paulit-ulit na mga pagtatanghal ng hard-core na di-marahas na pornograpiya sa ibabaw ng anim na linggo ng panahon bumuo sila ng mas mataas na kawalang-damdamin patungo sa mga kababaihan at trivialize na panggagahasa bilang isang kriminal at pagkakasala at sa ilang ito ay hindi na isang krimen at tingnan ang mga non-monogamous na relasyon ay normal at natural na pag-uugali.

-Brenda Lynne P. Aguilar

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Development Communication

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millionPESO Mother millionPEOPLE? for a

Volume XIV • Issue No. 6 | June-August 2013

Earth Lessons

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s busters of the pork barrel marched at the Luneta Park last August 26, Department of Tourism has once again entered the limelight to give something to millions of Filipinos.

This would be something to embark the richness of Filipino culture. DOT said that the flagpole in Luneta is not just a flagpole. With that statement, the department emphasize that the place has a significant part in the Philippine history.

THE COST Luneta, formerly Bagumbayan, was the place where our national hero Jose Rizal was executed. The place was also standing in the country’s national capital, City of Manila.

DOT estimates that the project costs P7.87 million – which aims to restore what the Philippine has been lost – the beauty of the park. The flagpole was designed to be 150 feet high but curently stood at 105 feet. It was damaged by a typhoon in 1995 yet the government has not put any repair or improvements.

EXPENDITURES AND INNOVATIONS Restoring the flagpole entails strenghtening its base’s structural integrity.

The Manila South Engineering District of the Department of Public Works and Highways. The project is expected to complete at maximum of four months. That is, to target the 100th celebration of the National Monument of Rizal on Decmeber 30, 2013.

There will be some parts to be replaced to strengthen the foundation of the pole. Also,

the department allocated the cost to cover carpentry works, construction safe and health, and project billboards.

REACT! EXPOSE! OPPOSE! DEFEND! “The project is overpriced!” said a netizen on his facebook post. “Probably, this thing would just a waste of money”. Some says that they respect the Philippine flag not in the way by putting some million peso into tiny bits but being committed to their duty as Filipinos.

On the other hand, in spite of negative comments on the project, DOT defend on the reconstruction of the pole went into a public bidding and was found “reasonable”.

DEALING WITH CLICHE TOPIC: PUBLIC FUNDS The project grabbed the attention of the public as the photo of the project billboard shows the total cost of the restoration. The thing was allegedly possessing another misuse of public funds.

We are always talking about, government expenditures and projects and connecting it to the society’s crisis, corruption. The Philippines is a high country but lots of money are being wasted for development, delays are usual. We mean, that December 30 may not be a possible day to complete the project.

-Jerome Estavillo Source: facts from Philippine Daily Inquirer, Yahoo

earthlings are from mars

Women are from Venus, Men are from Mars

But

Human beings are Martians as another theory crops up regarding existence of life on Earth.

“The evidence seems to be a building that we are actually all Martians, that life started on a rock,” said Steven Benner, a professor at the Westheimer Institute for Science and Technology in Gainesville, Florida.

FLARE-UP OF NEW THEORY The revelation of the new theory burst when Benner presented this topic at the international conference of geochemists in Florence, Italy. According to The Times United Kingdom, Benner’s theory hinged on the idea that the primitive soup on Earth was missing several elements which are necessary to convert simple chemical building blocks into polymers that are capable of forming complex and self-replicating structures.

HOW THIS TURNS OUT? The main ingredient was an oxidized mineral form of the element molybdenum, which helped prevent carbon mol-

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CRAMMING

Procrastination blues Filipinos are really born Filipinos. We really have what it takes to be what we are. And indeed, it is proven in every exertion we perform. Most of the things we do are face of a culture wherein last minute is more important than the lifetime.

In Wesleyan University-Philippines, this convention is modified by the students. Ultimately, an apprentice’s soul defines the most commonly utilized way, for others, of succeeding to their respective bustles. Absolutely, for those who have no time to accomplish their school responsibilities (like when examination is nearly approaching), students all have to do is cram, and cram and cram.

Cramming has various analyses, for some say it is good way to achieve one’s goal in a very short period of time, while some utter that it is an awful manner for success. But whatever people say, we all procrastinate for different reasons. And oftentimes, we speed up our academic responsiblities at the last minute because wo do not carry it out in early flashes.

So, here it is. For the students who always rush their review

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ecules from degrading into tar-like substance. Through oxidation, the oxygen molecules interact with other substances such as the stated one.

Three billion years ago, the surface of the Earth said to have only a minimal amount of oxygen, thus, it is likely impossible to have life without outsourcing from the neighbour planets. Benner said that the molybdenum was then only available from Mars before Earth.

Furthermore, he stated that Mars is a planet surrounded by comets, asteroids and meteoroids, which most of them strike the Earth’s surface. “Life has started through a bacteria on a rock. It travelled to Earth’s surface billion years ago”, as he supported the existing evolution theory of Charles Darwin. Darwin’s theory of evolution explains how a protozoon turned into different types of life forms.

The element would have helped to nur-

sessions, a devise was formulated to complete all your needs in terms of examination time.

KNOW WHAT MUST BE KNOWN Don’t be too much intelligent, wherein all data in the book will be kept in your mind. Don’t act as a genius; you are still a student, okay? So, better nourish your mind with what you just need. If you have hard time deciphering what your professor will test over, explore the lessons you have taken up in the book. There are facts, summaries and overviews that serve as an outline for the most important things to be reviewed.

CRAM THEN SLEEP Cramming works best with enough time to stuff. It is a fallacy to start evaluating all the lessons at 2 am the night before a 9 am test (but it still depends upon your examination time). A hazy brain doesn’t recall well. Make sure that you have enough time to rush and most of all, more than enough time for resting and tightly sleeping.

GOOD MOOD, GOOD MODE It is really unavoidable that sometimes, while your cram sessions are at its peak, destruction comes along with being upset, pissed and whatever it is. The best thing to do with that case is try to relax. Chill. Forget the outside world and try to focus like you are in an empty room. Do whatever you need to. Find a nice and quiet place like library.

PRINT YOUR BLUEPRINT It is not really easy to do all these. And these will never even happen in just a click. Know how you’re going to go about this. Do you mostly need to learn vocal? Do you need to learn theories? Do you need to know formulas? Then, make a plan.

Other Suggestions 1. Schedule study time (and exam dates) on your cal-

ture life. It protects the ribonucleic acid (RNA), a cousin of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), from the acidic effects of water.

PEOPLE’S SPEAK Some might believed Benner but groups of Christians do not believe in his theory.

The Divine theory of life starts from the book of Genesis in the Old Testament, how God gave life to Earth in a week.

“The theory seems just to be an attention-grabber, but definitely, a major slouch.”

EARTH IS BETTER THAN MARS “It’s lucky that we ended up here nevertheless, as certainly Earth has been the better of the two planets for sustaining life,” said Benner concluding his presentation.

If life on Mars came earlier than Earth, then why are there no politics there? Why there is no systems in Mars?

-Jerome Estavillo

endar 2. Communicate ahead of time with friends, family and co-workers about your finals schedule and study commitments 3. Break down study time into tasks you want to accomplish 4. Prioritize items you need to review first 5. Don’t procrastinate—Get started early 6. Recharge with nutritious food, water, short breaks, and rest LEARN TO TYPE YOUR EXAM TYPE Memorization Some professors require regurgitating definitions and surely, some students think nothing about the specific words.

For a better upshot, try creating a matching test at Easy Test Maker. It’s free and is easier and cheaper than flashcards.

There’s also flashcard software available if you’d rather do that. Either way, this is a great way to memorize.

Multiple Choices By the time you’re in college, you should be very familiar with the multiple choice type of examination. For sure, you went through it since elementary. So, study important facts, but focus on details. Anything bolded or reiterated in lecture and anything that might be related.

Essay Some professors are likely to give essay types of exam, but you can have advantages about it. Getting all data you will need and reading it over and over again can help. It is not necessary to write them. Just try to construct them in some ways that they will be given possibly.

If you cannot get it enough, you should strive more… study more… cram more. But if you have already tried everything and it still turns out into nothing, look upward for inspiration, downward for determination and to your sides for more information (just kidding).

-Jan Adrian F. Delos Santos

Life isn’t life at all if you don’t know how to live it

Before we can go out into the great unknown, we’ve got to appreciate and know our roots because without them, we won’t be able to appreciate what we’ve got. Let’s hear it from Mother Earth!

Difficulties make you stronger.

Flowers that miraculously spring up in the driest deserts have a unique beauty that is made even more obvious because of the harsh environment it’s in.

The fact that they’ve grown and blooms just proves that it is possible to face any dilemma and difficulty and can come out as a better version of you.

You may think at times that life’s easier for others than you because you are all focus to all the hardships and troubles that you are in, but be comforted to the fact that, when all those troubles pass, you’ll be stronger.

It’s better to bend than break.

A bamboo plant is known for its ability to bend in the strongest winds and not be broken. It curves with gentle breezes, twists to follow violent currents, but still stays standing no matter what nature throw its way.

It pays to be as flexible as the bamboo—it means you’ll be able to stand strong and face many different changes in your life with a positive attitude. When you’ve thrown in to confusing situations that swing you from one direction to the next, know that life’s just throwing you new lessons for you to learn.

Great start from small beginnings.

Mustard seeds is only 2 millimeters in diameter, that practically only as big as the period on a sheet of paper!

When these little plants grow, however, they shoot up into huge trees that grow way taller than six feet high.

Lot of products can be made out of these seeds too.

The tiny seeds of the mustard tree mightseem small next to natures bigger treasures but they hold so much potential. Just like the mustard seed, you may have big ambitions and crazy-sounding dreams that seem like it’s nowhere to be come true in reality – but remember that it doesn’t matter how tiny beginnings may be, the most important thing is you’re not afraid to start somewhere.

Plant those roots.

Hurdles may cause you weakness but envision it that you’re a tree with strong roots, that no matter how many mighty winds and heavy rains struggles you, you’ll keep on standing strong and tall. Before the

gigantic trees could have ever

shot up to the sky, their roots have to be firmly in the ground. Without these roots, those trees would have toppled all over themselves, leaving the forests in one big mess.

Learn to look back to where you came from and appreciate your pastbecause moving forward is so much better when you know how to look back.

-Glennel Reyes

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aisip mo na ba kung bakit matagumpay na ang iba at ikaw ay hirap pa ring abutin ang iyong mga pangarap? Isa ka rin ba sa naniniwala na bahala na ang tadhana? Takot kang magsimula? Bakit hindi mo subukang ikaw mismo ang gumawa ng iyong kapalaran? Subukan mo, simulan sa mga bagay na ito.

Take note of your achievements and strengths Lahat tayo ay may kanya kanyang kakayahan na maaaring naiiba kaysa sa iba.

Alalahanin ang mga bagay na tingin mo ay may maibubuga ka. Mula sa pinaka sinauna pang mga pangyayari sa iyong buhay, halimbawa nung high school, nanalo ka sa isang speech competition isipin mo yung saying dulot nuon at ‘pag nayari mo na ang paglilista, iyon na ang magiging pundasyon ng tiwala mo sa iyong sarili. Ngunit tatandaan, lahat ng sobra ay masama. Huwag hayaang malugmok ka sa isang lugar dahil sa isang pagkatalo o pagkakamali.

Tell yourself you’re awesome Nasubukan mo na bang humarap sa salamin at sabihing “ok lang yan (pangalan mo), maganda/gwapo ka pa rin”.

Weird pakinggan o gawin pero minsan ay kailangang ikaw mismo ang mag boost ng self confidence mo, kung hindi ikaw, sino pa? Sa una parang cheap pero ‘pag nasanay ka, makikita mo na mabisang gamitin.

Walk tall, and sit up straight Napansin mo ba kung gaano kagandang tignan ang mga taong naglalakad o kahit nakaupo lang ngunit maayos ang postura? Mas kagalang galang tignan ang mga taong mukhang may tiwala sa sarili dahil mas positibo silang tignan kumpara sa mga taong laging nakahukot at nakatulungko.

Groom yourself, and dress nicely ‘Wag kakalimutang gawing kaaya aya ang iyong sarili. Hindi masama ang maglagay ng konting polbo at lipstick para sa mga babae, wax, polbo at pabango para sa lalaki. Hindi naman kailangan magpa-parlor araw-araw para lang maging maganda. Mas ismarteng tignan ang mga taong maaliwalas ang aura at pananamit. Tandaan natin na hindi sa tatak ng damit tinitignan kundi sa kung paano

natin ito dadalhin.

HealthPlus

mosquitofish...

A DengueVirus Safeguard

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n spite of efforts to minimize the incidence of dengue-virus and malaria through the use of insecticides, Dagupan City has found an alternative way on at least eliminating mosquitoes.

The mosquitofish (Gambusia affinis) locally known as “tuyong” was introduced to the country in the 1920’s as to control malaria and later exposed that it can also help to diminish the risk of having an impulsive number of dengue-virus cases.

They can survive in both brackish (mixture of salty and fresh water) and fresh water. Female mosquitofish can only reach an overall length of 2.8 inches. Each can lay for about 300 eggs in a month. They can be distinguished from males (which can only reach a length of 1.6 inches), by their size and by a gravid spot at the posterior of their bottom abdomen. Its name was based on the distinctive diet of this specie. But aside from ingesting mosquito larvae, they can also eat beetles, flies, mites and other invertebrates relative to their sizes.

Dr. Westly Rosario, chief of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources ‘National Integrated Fisheries Technology Development Center (NIFTDC) disclosed that at least 20,000 had been placed into several sewers in barangay Tapuac, on its first batch of release. This behaviour has become a great concern to the health authorities where the community is located so that the agency can endow mosquitofishes in consideration with the interested parties.

This specie was also introduced to the other parts of the world as a biological control, however, the negative effect found by the authority that the competition has arrived between them and the native invertebrate predators of mosquito larvae, the environment did not control the balance of ecosystem -Lexter G. Clemente

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Don’t think about the negative things Hindi nila nagustuhan ang gawa mo?

Wag itong damdamin. Gumawa ng paraan para muling makabawi, lahat ng tao nagkakamali. Huwag idaan sa iyak ang mga bagay bagay dahil nakakaubos lamang ito ng iyong energy. Panatilihing masaya ang iyong sarili, kaya mo yan, beybi.

Stop worrying Wag mag isip ng mga bagay na walang kasiguraduhan. Kung mangyayari, mangyayari talaga. Relax ka lang, ipagpatuloy ang mga pang araw araw na gawain.

Live healthier Itigil ang bisyo. Paninigarilyo, pag inom ng alak at kung ano-ano pa. Wala itong mabuting maidudulot sa ating katawan, bagkos gawing positibo ang lahat ng bagay. Tumawa, magsaya at mag ehersisyo.

Hang out with supportive people Mas maganda kung ang mga taong makakasama ay alam kung panong imotivate ka. Mahirap makasama ang mga taong walang ginawa kundi pintasan ang mga ginagawa mo. Mula sa paraan ng pananamit, pagsasalita. Mahirap kimkimin ang tunay mong pagkatao para lamang maimpress ang mga kasama. Kung hindi mo kasundo amng mga kasama mo, hindi ka magiging masaya sa mga ginagawa mo.

Don’t be too sensitive Maraming mga taong prangka at minsan ay hindi na iniisip ang mararamdaman ng iba. Wag kang papatalo sa kanila, tapatan mo ng pang unawa ang ugali nila.

Intindihin mo sila dahil mas mainam ang nakakaintindi kaysa sa nagagalit.

Ilan lamang yan sa mga bagay na pwede mong gawing panimula para mas magboost pa ang self-esteem at confidence mo for a better future!

-Brenda Lynne Aguilar

Save

Rock & Roll

by Fall Out Boy

Based on tongue-in-cheek turns of phrase and razor-sharp religious metaphors and romantic heartbreak hooks, Patrick Stump, Pete Wentz, Andy Hurley, and Joe Trohman discovered the perfect formula of musicality plus poetry in no time.

Following the unsuccessful release of their album Folie A Deux and Stump’s critical illness, Fall Out Boy’s comeback album Save Rock and Roll is a return attempt to FOB’s pop-punk sphere of dance based foray.

FOB’s Save Rock and Roll treats their guitar segments like hood ornaments while allowing Stump’s elastic voice to command the listener to move. Save Rock and Roll is a fist pumping fire-starter with a myriad of muddled music – an art indeed.

Containing collaborations with Courtney Love and Big Sean that sure give the audience a head tilt and a frown, it’s an indicator that FOB’s back to having fun with a recharged ambition.

The Phoenix “The world is won before it’s begun. Release the doves, surrender love...”

A glorious way to begin a grandiose comeback, “Put on your war paint!” echoing in the opening bars of The Phoenix gives a feral atmosphere to the song. The message of the song is loony and clear: Fall Out Boy is back!

My Songs Know What You Did In The dark (Light Em Up) “I got the scars from tomorrow and I wish you could see that you’re the antidote for everything except for me...”

An obvious Fall Out Boy evolution of sound, My Songs... is macho in musicality and edgy in sound with curly chants and harmonies cresting above Stump’s nervous

energy. The very manifestation of FOB’s punk to pop metamorphosis with a scorching hook.

Alone Together “I’m outside the door, invite me in, so we can go back and play pretend...”

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baseline, the song is an effortlessly drawn thrill that makes undies drop. Plus, it packs Stump’s cleverly sexy play voice, Where Did.. is musical foreplay that’s deffo worth listening to.

Just One Yesterday “I don’t have the right name or the right looks, but I have twice the heart...”

Religiously stylish, Just One Yesterday is a classic Fall Out Boy poetry set into guitars and menacing harmonies. A fun, funky torch reminiscent of Adele’s Rolling In The Deep. Foxes served as an angel’s choir to Stump’s toothy swagger.

The Mighty Fall “Your love is just a pyramid scheme and I’m dizzy on dreams...”

An experiment indeed, The Mighty Fall is a poetic rap-rock-pop chimera that wreaked chaos in style. Definitely a head-scratching collaboration that sadly didn’t work out despite hooks and punchlines.

ematic Mobius strip of a pop song, the shifting verses and choruses continuously double back with instrumental twists. Alone Together calls for simple pleasures with that heartbreak hook coupled with poetic lines that’s sure gave the album extra oomph!

Where Did The Party Go “Oh I hoped for your name on the Ouija board, and your naked magic, oh dear Lord!...”

A very charming innuendo of narrative poetry and musical ballad, Where Did... is a real party goer. Riding on Wentz’s slick

Miss Missing You “Don’t panic! No, not yet! I know I’m the one you want to forget...”

Confused to the core, disco-tinged Miss Missing You is an eccentric break-up song that makes your heart dance to it’s pieces and miseries. A painful memory of a sober love affair in an alcoholic delivery, Miss Missing You perhaps contains the best heartbreak hooks in the album.

Death Valley “I wanna see the dirt under your skin; I need your broken promises...” turn to page 20

MovieReview Before there was Amityville there was Harrisville.

The Conjuring follows the arguably legitimate story of world renowned paranormal experts and devoted Catholics Ed and Lorraine Warren who were called to help a family terrorized by a sinister presence in a secluded farmhouse in Rhode Island.

The Conjuring revolves around a haunted house, something very familiar to the horror genre.

What makes this hit of the year a stunner is the way it packs that classic edge-of-your-seat, nerve-wracking shockers – pretty neat for the worn-out haunted house flick.

Directed by Australian James Wan (Insidious, Saw), The Conjuring records how the Warrens were summoned to investigate a diabolical presence in a house occupied by laid-back non-believers Carolyn and Roger Perron and their five daughters.

In Harrisville, birds started flying into the house and breaking their

necks, all the clocks stopped at 3:07 am, then there were the noises.

The movie tells the story from two quite different viewpoints: the Perrons and the Warrens. This slightly diminishes the intensity of haunted house movies – claustrophobia, fear, panic – but hugely adds to the sense of documentary realism.

Fine acting also helps. Vera Farmiga, who plays Lorraine, delivers an unrestricted anxiety to the plot.

We give credit to Lili Taylor, who portrayed Carolyn, for her remarkable drama. She may be an under-used talent but she has the ability to play a myriad of emotions from happy housewife to a mother possessed by a demonic entity ( the sequence where she hunts for her daughter in an ill-advised blindfold game of hideand-seek is a classic).

The filmmakers make no attempt in explaining how ghosts operate or any other mysteries surrounding the afterlife. Yes, this may sound like an excuse, but within the picture it adds a sense of discovery as it goes

along.

However, its characters are nothing people. The movie lacks in character. For that matter, the tree in the movie poster which plays a significant role in the film packs as much personality as any of its human characters, perhaps even more, despite remaining inanimate yet menacing at the same time.

However, vigilant eyes could have seen that something is missing. Wait a second. A creepy doll, two creepy basements filled with possessed antiques, a ghost that only kids can see and bond with, a couple of convincing back stories, check, check, check.

What’s wrong with The Conjuring? Maybe that formulated feel one generally sees in a haunted house flick it has become a bit predictable.

Nevertheless, the movie has flair thanks to Wan’s shots, angles, and transitions. It comes down to taste and feeling. It is scary and conveys something even rarer in horror films – a feeling of protecting family.

-Rhounee Ron Kevin Frany

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Literary Pieces

Pitik-bulag, sinong taya?

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las-tres na ng hapon nang tumunog ang bell na hudyat ng uwian.

Bumibilis ang pagkampay ng aking kamay upang sumigaw ng “Yehey! Uwian na!” at sabay sanang kukunin ang aking itim na bag na tatlong taon na nang biglang sumigaw ang guro, “Hoy! Estavillo! Sandali lang anak at may sasabihin pa ako! Pumirmi ka muna sa uupuan mo!”

What the camote! Kailangan daw naming magdala ng isang supot ng chalk bukas dahil wala na nito si teacher. Palibhasa, hilig na ng aming guro na magpadala ng kung anu-anong wala siya para sa personal niyang pakinabang. Noon ngang aking kaarawan ay pinagdala niya ako ng cake para daw ipakain niya sa klase, knowing na kalahati nun ay nilapang niya na ng buong-buo. Tinakot niya ako na babawasan niya daw ang grades ko kapag hindi ko nagawa ang iniuutos niya. Madalas na panakot ng aming guro ang grades. May plus daw kasi kami sa recitation kapag ginawa namin ang iniuutos niya o nagbigay kami ng regalo sa kanya.

Ang aking tinutukoy ay si Bb. Patricia Dela Cruz. Si Bb. Dela Cruz ay masungit, palibhasa matandang dalaga. Balita namin ay minsan na siyang nagkaboyfriend ngunit hindi na nasundan pa dahil takot na siyang masaktan. twenty-two years nang single si ma’am ngunit parang nakalimutan na talaga ang pag-ibig at hanggang ngayon ay hindi pa naghihilom ang sugat sa puso niya. Doon niya pinutol ang pagkukuwento ng talambuhay niya.

Sa aking pag-uwi sa bahay, bigla ko tuloy naisip kung saan na naman ako bibili ng chalk para bukas. Liblib pa naman ang lugar namin. Kailangan ko pang humanap ng tao na pupunta sa bayan upang magpabili. Mahirap naman maglakad, baka bukas pa ako makarating.

Tinapos ko ang assignments namin sa pitong subjects ngunit hindi pa rin nasosolusyunan ang problema ko sa chalk. HELP! Bigyan nyo ako ng chalk. Makakatulog na dapat ako

Despite the Circumstances

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his may sound absurd but I am choosing the most umusual way to commit suicideand that is to live until I die.

I have been hearing since I-don’t-know-when that when you face a problem, just think that other people’s problems might be a more difficult to handle. But I don’t like to keep that in my mind. Saying someone shouldn’t be sad because others may have it a lot worse is like saying someone shouldn’t be happy because others may have it a lot better... or vatleast for me. We have our own sets of obstacles. Ranging from a broken toy of a child to a death of a loved one of an adult. And just because it’s just a toy doesn’t mean it’s going to hurt less.

We have no right to judge anyone based on their reactions to their problems. We are all in the labyrinth of suffering. Each of us knows how much pain we can bear before we can’t go on anymore.That is something only our own self can tell. Pain tolerance differ from one person to another. Clearly, we cannot save other people, but we can love them which is kind of the same thing.

Life is a constant battle between ourselves and our problems. We have many options to choose from in order to get through that and even though we have this pain gauge that can be full anytime, giving up on life is not one of them. John Green, in his book Looking for Alaska, said “We need never be hopeless because we can never be irreparably broken.” And i guess we should agree on that. We have to be strong despite the circumstance. I know it’s easy to say but hard to do. But here is a piece of advice: be kind to everyone... including yourself.

-Arol Joy Libao

Hold all the aces and hold all the cards

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am feeling it again this time...that shivering feeling when I sense that something is off. Before I knew it, my body moved by itself and even my mind told me to do things I don’t actually sure I want to do. I don’t even know how and when it all started but it has always been like this.

I knew I’m not the only one because when I walk down our school’s hallway, I can see it in other people’s eyes. They also have a set of strings attached to every part of their body and I can’t help but wonder why we all struggle to let the strings control us when we can actually cut them and live our life the way we want, the way it should be.Well, the truth is that I already know the answer. I’m just too coward to admit it: fear. Fear of being not good enough for everyone. Fear of being rejected by those who now control our strings. But I am now putting it all behind. I will now be aware of everything I will do.

The next day, I woke up feeling like I have something to do and for the first time in my life, it didn’t seem like it was because of the strings. Then it finally hit me, and it hit me hard...society has been my puppeteer. I have let them attached the strings. I let them control me for so long and that was the dumbest decision I have ever made! For so many years, I am one of those people who compete for whoever has the best dress, the latest gadget, whoever has the best or worst day, the most inlove or broken-hearted or whoever has the most number of friends. Because of that, I became a puppet of the societyI let myself be manipulated well, not anymore.

I am finally free. Free from the strings that has kept me from living my life the way I really want. The marks would still be here, of course. But thatwould not keep me from going forward. Now is the time. I will now hold the aces and hold all the cards of life.

-Arol Joy Libao

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sa lungkot at takot.

Sa kusina, biglang tumawag ang aking ina, “Estavillo! Sandali lang! Huwag ka munang matulog anak!” “Kakain na tayo. Nagluto ako ng sinigang na baka. Nakahingi ako sa kung saan-saan.”

“Wait lang po, inay. Papunta na dyan. Huwag nyo lang tatakawan at baka wala nang matira sa akin. Ubusan nyo na sila kuya huwag lang ako”, sabay tingin nang masama sa akin ni kuya. Hindi namin kasabay si tatay dahil iniwan na nya kami simula pa man ng lumubog ang araw sa kanluran.

‘Burrp’. Busog na ako. Hanggang sa mga oras na ito, naiisip ko pa rin kung ano ang gagawin kay Bb. Dela Cruz.

Tumutunog na ang alarm ng bungangera kong nanay. Panay ang sigaw nya ng aking pangalan upang gumising at patuloy rin ang pagtunog ng banda ng mga nag-uumpugang takip ng kaldero upang bulabugin ang katahimikan.

Hey, men. It’s on my way on the school again. I have made all the assignments but one thing is I have missed - yung chalk! Yung chalk! Yung chalk! Mabuti na lang at nakita ko ang kaklase kong si Avee habang kasama si Lexter.

“Oy! Sama na ako sa inyo”, sigaw ko sa kanila. “Penge ng chalk ha!”

“Uto ka talaga! Hindi ka pa sumabay sa amin na bumili kahapon. Nagpunta kami sa bayan. Sige na nga, eto dalawa” ani Avee.

“Kuripot ka talaga!”, kantyaw ko kay Avee. “Ang yaman-yaman mo eh.”

Sa wakas at may nagmagandang loob naman na nagbigay sa akin ng chalk. Lahat ng kaklase ko ay hiningan ko ng tig-dalawang chalk, ayos! Solb ang problema ko.

May maipagmamayabang na ako kay Ms. Dela Cruz. May chalk na ako! Parang gusto ko pang isigaw sa buong klase.

“Good morning class”, bati ni Bb. Dela Cruz habang isa-isang nagsitahimik ang mga kaklase ko.

“Mr. Estavillo, yung pinadadala ko”.

“Eto po ma’am”, proud kong tugon.

“Maybe we can start the class by my kuwento. It’s all about my love life”, ani ma’am.

Kerengkeng talaga ang guro ko. Love na naman. Elementary pa lang kami. Hindi na ako makapagtataka kung bukas-makalawa, buntis na yung ibang babae sa klase naming pero siyempre hindi ako ang ama. Huwag naman kayong ganyan! Huwag nyo akong akusahan agad!

At naikuwento na naman niya na 22 years siya noong single. Hay buhay. Ayan na naman ang madramang guro. Kunwari siya yung bida, pero kontrabida naman. Kung anu-ano ang hinihingi sa klase. Sa paglipas ng oras, nagkaroon ng sequel ang pagkukuwento niya.

Ikinuwento rin ni Bb. Dela Cruz na nagkaroon pala siya ng asawa at anak.

Hiniwalayan siya ng kanyang mister at umabot pa sa annulment. Pagkatapos nun, siya na lang ang nagtaguyod sa kanyang pamilya. Sa kabilang banda, ako nga pala si Jeremy Dela Cruz Estavillo at nanay ko siya! Nanay ko ang aking guro! Yung sinigang na baka nga pala kagabi, binigay sa kanya ng isa kong kaklase. Hindi namin kasama si itay kagabi dahil matagal na niya kaming iniwan.

Nanay ko ang teacher ko. Bow. -Jerome Estavillo

The man, the acts, and the hell

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here are lots of queries echoing in my mind, thoughts that hold my heart, a big doubt marks , is there a hell here? Is it the dwelling place we live on, the planet we call Earth, and a country named Philippines?

I know you will not agree with me by this kind of manner, but please allow me to do so, not because it was my own view, merely because it was the outlook and sentiments of every unsatisfied individual seeking much attention, that’s human.

There are times, when mother nature is calling us. There are times when God said, “People, change for the better”. There are times when our fellowmen need our help.

Did we lend our hands? Did we listen?

Did we answer their call?

No. But if we did, I cannot see it or feel it? Who were blameworthy and guilt-ridden in these accusations, no other but you! People of this Earth. YOU’RE GUILTY! We are in hell, many are suffering, lots bang-iba ang mga gabing iyon para kay Maricar, simula ng namatay ang kanyang ina are grieving, countless are in distress and ay halos mga panaghoy na lamang ang nasasambit niya na tila isang alingawngaw na in despair. But who did this? nangangailangan ng hustisya…

Our young blood and today’s heroes, Mapait. Ito ang paglalarawan niya sa kanyang buhay simula ng mawala ang kanyang but where are they? Excuse me, you Ina sanhi ng atake sa puso, pitong taon na ang nakalilipas, siya na ang nagsilbing ina can easily trace them because they are ng 7 taon niyang kapatid samantalang ang ama nila ay kayod-kalabaw upang mabuhay around, in a motel room maybe doing lamang sila. a malicious affair. In the parks, malls Si Maricar ay maganda, maputi at kung tawagin nila ay birhen ng Sta. Monica, sa and bars, drinking alcohol, smoking and angkin nitong karikitan ay halos lahat ng lalaki sa baryo ay nagkakandarapa sa kanya partying all night and all day. at isa na roon si Sergio nagtratrabaho sa isang lending company na kasintahan niya Of course not! You can’t force them to at tumutulong sa kanyang pag-aaral kahit alam nitong katawan lang ang habol nito sa be a hope of our land because they haven’t kanya. May imbot man sa kanyang damdamin, wala itong magagawa dahil malaking any guardianship in saving the future but tulong ang binibigay ng lalaki sa kanya upang makatapos. pin your ears back, they only know how to Ibang-iba ang mga gabing iyon para kay Maricar, simula ng namatay ang kanyang save their own. That’s youth - egotistic! ina ay halos mga panaghoy nito ang kanyang naririnig na tila isang alingawngaw na Our elders, our guides, seem not to nangangailangan ng hustisya na namatay matapos mahuli ang asawang nakikipagtalik care at all. There were times that I can’t sa ibang babae. “Lintik ka Sergio, walang hiya kayo!”

-Noel Vincent L. Domingo blame the youth about their deeds wide of the mark. The truth is the youth just imitated it from the golden ages. Our elders were responsible to many ghastly things we have been facing at the present time, why? Ask them? Ask yourselves? They are the leaders; they should have solved it.

Time goes by and they are really running out of time to accomplish things undone and one of this is honing the youth.

Before and even up to now, we continuously act improperly, admit it or not, we have not learned from those things that really harmed us.

It is sad to say that most of the time, news is full of obnoxious content. We are like demons, manipulating, tempting, and enslaving ourselves toward earthly things. We created another hell, we make our hands sullied and now we pay for it and death is the consequence that fits. So beware! Think twice, wake up! Before it’s too late!

Change through faith for the reason that God is the only way. Ask for His assistance and He will fortify you. Walk what you talk. Put your heart on your work. Most important is learn to do things right with allUniversity your might to arise, The Central Student Publication of Wesleyan - Philippines ignite and soar the heaven sky.

-Noel Vincent L. Domingo

Walang lihim na di nabubunyag

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Sintunado

Limited chances

Patricia Anne Navarro

Jerome Estavillo

Hiniram nanaman ng buwan ang liwanag ng araw, Kay sarap talagang tanawin ang mg abituin sa langit, At damhin ang malamig na hangin na humahaplos sa akin.

Habang ang paligid ay payapa at tahimik, Dahan-dahan akong pumikit at bumulong sa hangin…

It’s been a day passed by When our eyes collide,I saw your face.

When we talked, I heard your voice.

“Pag-ibig ay maihahalintulad sa isang kanta Alanganin ang tono at masyadong mataas ang kailangang piyesa Umaasa, nananalangin at naghihintay ng kasagutan, Lalakasan ba?

O ititigil na ang pag-awit sa ating nasirang nota?”

Pagkasambit ko sa iyong pangalan Biglang bumuhos ang malakas na ulan, Kaya bintana ko’y isinara At sinusi na lamang…

Making feelings good, day-by-day Cherishing moments in our way As we spend times together, We spend life as one.

Malunod Ka Jeremiah C. Santos

Ilang ulit mo mang buhayin ang mga natitirang piraso ng luma nating buhay sa iyong alaala: mga kupas na litratong ako ang may kuha, isang kahon na laman ang aking mga liham, kinakalawang na kuwintas na minsang isinuot ko sa iyo, lantang pulang-rosas na nagkulay-itim, mga hipong iniiwan ko sa katawan mo sa tuwing kakagat ang dilim.

Kung iyong mapapansin, ang lahat ng mga iyo’y ‘di tungkol sa iyo kundi ukol sa akin.

Mga bagay na paulit-ulit na sa iyo’y magpapaalala at magpapaluha hanggang sa ikaw ay malunod at tuluyang… magsatubig.

If I were a Youth

Years passed and trees grew, And we are on the road of our dreams As we go on our own journey We have crossed separate ways Though this moment,we are apart Wishing someday it will happen again That those two different roads lead to only one direction That in the same feather, we could live on.

Latay

Glennel Reyes

Sa bawat pag-usal mo na sana ay magka-bagyo Sana ay naisip mo ang kapakanan ng kapwa mo Ang sinumang isipin ang kapakanan ng iba Ang tunay na anak ng Diyos na siyang pinagpapala.

Naisip mo ba ang aba nating magsasaka?

Ang pagal nitong katawa’y hindi inaalintana Ngunit nang sa pananim na ngayo’y ‘di maaninag Sa anyo ng aba, luha ay mababanaag.

Noel Vincent Domingo If I were a youth I will be the hope of my land If I were a righteous youth I will be the helping hand

Paano pa ang pamilyang buhay ay kay salat Mumunting bahay-kubo, ngayo’y ‘di mahagilap Sabay ang pag-ihip ng hangin ang pagtahip ng damdamin, Sambit nila’y: “Diyos ko, ano itong sinapit namin?”

If I were a youth I will be the strength of our nation If I were a mighty youth I will be the future of the my generation

Ang mga paslit sa lansangan na ngayo’y namimilipit, Sa gutom at ginawa ng daing na laging sambit, Sumabay pa ang sakit na sa kanila ay kumapit, Kinabukasa’y katawang lupaypay, walang buhay ang yagit.

To lead them to the right path I must learn to do things right With all my might arise as the sun goes up Ignite the torch in the darkest night

Sa bagyong puminsala, maraming buhay ang nakitil, Ang panangis at palahaw ang iyong maririnig, Matapos ang isang unos na sadyang nakakapanimdim, Inihain sa’yo ang katotohanan at lagim.

Youth, the pride of our nation Responsible for the society’s transformation Who signifies idealism and hope: Stand! For what you believe in Be proud and fit in-Amazing!

Euphoric smile, empty eyes

Leaders of tomorrow It doens’t matter who you are Forget all your sorrow Be responsible enough Today is your greatest day!

Shine as you never shine before This, I will make happen If I were a youth!

When there is trouble, you are there Willing to give my path Give me hope Light me up in the darkness.

Arol Joy dC.Libao

6:00PM Lying awake staring at the ceiling Deciding which thing is worse Drowning beneath the waves Or dying from the thirst

Buo

(Unang Bahagi) ni Lexter Clemente

Mumunting nilalang ang pumukaw sa atensyon Habang nakaupo sa dyip, nakasilong Sa nilaki ng sasakyang minasdang nagdaan Ang siyang pagtakbo ng maliit na langgam Nabali ang atensyon, napadpad sa kalsada Pagtawid ng tao’y pagtawid rin ng langgam sa salaming pangmata Ang bawat pangyayari’y aking pinagtatagpi Nakapagtataka, ba’t ko ito iniistima Hinayaan ko lang, sa salamin manatili Kahit naiirita na ang aking paningin Habang tulala sa hangi’y naniniim Sinira ng busina ang diwa ng paningin, Bakit nagkakagulo sa buong paligid Bakit mga gulong, naglangitngita’t tumirik Bakit mga busina’y pumapangit ang awit Dahil pala sa matandang, ang bagal-bagal tumawid Sa dami ng nagmamadali, haya’t napamura Sa dami ng naghahanapbuhay, haya’t nanamantala sa pagbenta Sa paghinto ng sinasakyan ang pagdami ng mga katabi Ni isa sa kanila’y wala man lang tumulong sa tumatawid,

Sa pagtawid ng matanda ay nangangalahati Hudyat ng ilaw sa pagtawid sinasadyang iwaksi Ang bawat pagtulo ng aming pawis; Ang s’yang pagtulo rin sa ulap na madilim Kasabay ng pag-ubos ng mga paninda; Ang pagsimot naman ng pasensya Kasabay ng pagbuhos ng malakas na ulan; Ang tuluyang pag-alis ng matanda sa kalsada, Sa lakas ng tunog ng sasakyang nag-aamba Hatid ang pasaherong nauubusan nang hininga Sa binagal ng pintig, sakay ng ambulansya Ang bilis ng pagtakbo sa inangking kalasada Sa ihip ng hangin, lumingat ang isipan kasabay sa pagtangay ng pamunas na taban Ang sana’y nakatawid na, sinundan pa ang twalya haya’t nagsigawan, lahat ng nakakita, Sa pagsigaw ng tao, napatiris ang daliri Sa langgam na nangagat sa aking pisi Sa pagkamatay nito sa aking hinlalaki, Ang pagkagumon rin ng aking isip Kasabay ng pagtiris, ang pagbangga ng ambulansya Sa taong tumatawid na sinundan ang twalya Sa isang iglap lamang, ang daming nawala Ang langgam, ang matanda, ang dala ng ambulansya.

Ang hindi pagtulong sa iisa, damay ang lahat ng nasa paligid niya.

9:00PM Now I’m thinking both is dangerous Feeling too much can be poisonous Acid rain will fall from your brain Kill the flowers in your heart, leave you insane 11:00PM But being numb instead isn’t an option You shouldn’t let yourself become stone Just because you have been hurt Doesn’t mean you should shut out the world 2:00AM It’s been a tough competition between the two I guess which will win depends on you Just know that you hold all the cards You must not let yourself fall apart 6:00AM Before my eyes closed; came this thought: We can do ourselves a tremendous favor By trying to let go of the things Which are killing our spirits

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Comics and Lampoon

from Save rock and roll... page 17 Wearing that classic FOB sound, Hurley’s intimidating percussions and the ominous opening bars of Death Valley take the audience in an FOB universe where verses and spund meet in a connective confusion. This FOB archetype is an immortal piece to the album.

Young Volcanoes ”In poisoned places, we are anti-venin; we’re the beginning of the end...”

Fresh and venomous at the same time, indulge Young Volcanoes with its rock anthem that emerges from the hooks of the previous songs. Young Volcanoes is the climax, the critical point in the album that synthesizes Greek material in modern poetry through original music. Epic metaphors adorn the song like gladiator gears.

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Volume XIV • Issue No. 6 | June-August 2013

Rat A Tat “Remember me as I was not as I am...”

Courtney Love’s raspy voice sure did made Rat A Tat a catchy song but not an anthem. Still, Stump put some justice to the song in some parts. Ignore Love’s sneering, drench in pure FOB. Save Rock and Roll “You are what you love not who loves you. In a world full of the word yes I’m here to scream no!...”

A glorious duet with Elton John might sound like a joke for FOB fans but the song works out very professionally. The carrier is a very sultry way to end an artwork and Save Rock and Roll just gives the audience a whiff of simultaneous thirst and awe. Dive deep into the metaphors and discover how Save Rock and Roll tries to save rock and roll.

-Rhounee Ron Kevin D. Frany The Central Student Publication of Wesleyan University - Philippines

Chorva scope

Comics & Lampoon

June-August 2013 | Volume XIV • Issue No. 6

Aries (March 21-April 20)

Wag kang mag-alala may nagmamahal sa’yo, nandito akoooOoohhh (with matching vibrato).

Wag kang pasaway sa araw na ito kung ayaw mong makita ang taong makakaharap mo at magpapabagsak sa’yo. Maging mapanuri, mapagmatyag — matanglawin! Tuwing lingo sa ABS-CBN. Lucky Color: Berdie Birth stone: Panghilod

Taurus (April 21-May 20)

Wag kang primadonna girl at suplada kung ayaw mong masupalpal ka. Sikaping maging mabait sa araw na ito kung ayaw mong maging mapait ang kapalaran mo. Wag balewalain ang mensaheng ito ipasa sa 10 taong malapit sa puso mo kung hindi... sunod-sunod na kamalasan ang aabutin mo! Halimbawa nito ay madudulas ka sa banyo at mapupuan ka ng ibon sa ulo.

Lucky color: skin tone Birth stone: Epal (opal pala I’m so sorry)

Leo (July 23-August 23)

Ang iyong Chorva Sign ay unti-unting nagbabago dahil sa moon’s gravitational pull on earth (oh! English yan) kaya naman ang suwerte ay bubuhos sa’yo ngunit kasabay noon ang matinding pagsubok sa buhay mo mamatay ang alaga mong tuta kaya pakainin mo na ng sosyal na pagkaing pang-aso tulad ng pidigri (huy, wrong spelling?). ‘La kang pakialam gawa ko to e.

Lucky color: green apple ng Simplici Tea Birth stone: Stone, heavy like the love you’ve shown.

Gemini (May 21-June 21)

Wag kang tamad kung ayaw mong maincomplete ka pagbutihin ang pag-aaral sapagkat 100% ang tsansa mong bumagsak.

Matuto ka nang sumipsip sa prof. mo dahil hindi ka kayang iligtas ng sigasig at tyaga mo.

Lucky color: colorless Birth stone: Kidney stone

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ng tunay na tadhana ay nagmumula sa mga bituin na nagniningning sa kalangitan, Isang pagbati mga ka-chorva . Isang yugto na naman ng walang humpay na hulaan ng tunay na kapalaran ng buhay at istriktong pag-gabay at patnubay ni Mang Maning ang kailangan.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Makakamit mo ang lahat ng iyong kagustuhan at luho ngunit sa isang kondisyon, kailangan mong hanapin ang noon pa mang nawawalang Yamashita treasure na ang gamit lang ang metal na kutsarita. …o wag nang tumunganga you only have one minute to do that in 1,2,3… toooooot , Time starts now! hosted by Luis Mazanas.

Lucky color: Mabeberdeng bagay Birth stone: Batong buhay

Virgo (August 24- September 23) Mamalasin ang may Churva sign na ito sapagkat tatagyawatin ka ng bongang-bonga, iwasang lumapit sa mga tagyawating tao dahil mahahawaka at ayon sa pagsasaliksik ng Churva International Inc. for Reasearch ang mga tagyawat na pinanganak sa Virgo ay nakakahawa for more inquiries please like us on facebook www.chorvahinmoko.com at ifollow mo ang page namin sa twitter @chorvapagmaytime.

Lucky color: Menstrual red Birth stone: bato sa apdo Libra (September 24- October 23) Ang pinanganak sa Churva sign na ito ay may pag-asang umasenso sa kursong Accountancy at Business dahil suwerte siya pagdating sa mga numero . May pag-asa kang maging Suma Cum Laude basta’t magsumikap ka lang pero kahit anong pagsusumikap mo depende pa rin iyon sa terror mong prof.

Lucky color: Paghaluhaluin ang black at itim para maging white kung hindi, wala kang lucky color kaya ‘di ka susuwertihin.

Birth stone: Stone age Scorpio (October 24-November 22) Mapluplooooop ka sa salawal mo dahil sa sobrang pagkain. Wag na wag kang kakain ng O’noodles kung ayaw mong may lumabas na di kaaya-aya sa uhmm mo na aalingasaw sa buong klase. Wag kang kakain sa loob ng isang lingo, diet diet pag may time dahil kung kakain ka tapos ang maliligayang araw mo.

Lucky color: ung kakulay ng uhm, ung mabaho.

Basta un na un.

Lucky stone. Milestone (hahaha la na kong maisip e)

Sagittarius (November 23-December 21) Makakaperfect ka sa quiz niyo sa English 1 to 26. Kaya magreview na ng Alphabet dahil doon kukuha ng itatanong ang prof. mo magreview kang mabuti dahil minsan ka lang makakaperfect at minsan lang magbibigay ng madaling quiz ang English prof. mo. Kaya pag na zero ka pa. Ay nako tanga ka na lang.

Lucky color: TAN-ga Birth stone: Pure Gold. Hindi mo na kailangang pumunta ng ibang bansa dahil sa Cab. Meron na, katabi lang ng Mcdo Capricorn (December 22-January 21)

Isang malaking rebelasyon ito sa buhay mo dahil malalaman mo ang tunay mong pinggalingan. Noong unang panahon, panahon pa ng mga aswang sa mundo na ang lahat ng bagay sa mundo ay may buhay, nakakapagsalita at nakakakilos nainlove ang tatay mong Kapre sa isang Mais na tinatanim niya na nooy akala niya magiging tabacco ang bunga, nagkaroon sila ng relasyon at nabuo ka ngunit tinalikuran ka ng pamilya mo dahil kamukha mo si Perlita sa Mundo mo’y akin.

Lucky color: kulay na pinagsamang brown at black.

Iwwww!

Birth stone: PEARLita

Aquarius (January 21- February 18)

Magiging tanyag kang tao sa propesyung iyong kinuha dahil neseye ne eng lehet. Ang suwerte ay gugulong sa iyo na walang humpay dahil ito ang chorva sign ng nagsulat . Walang kokontra.

Lucky color: Red and black (paborito ko kasi to) Birth stone: Tanong mo nalang sa komandronang nagpa-anak sa iyo.

Pisces (February 19-March 20)

Ang iyong chorva sign ang pinakamalas sa lahat dahil mamalasin ka ng buong taon marami kang INC. sa COG mo, mawawala ang wallet mo pero ibabalik ang pera mo dahil sa sobrang hirap ng aabutin mo. Kahit anong pagsusumikap mo hindi ka giginhawa. Kaawa-awa ang tingin ng lahat sayo. Pero papayag ka bang ikaw lang makaranas nito kung gayon ishare ito sa lahat ng friends mo sa FB para di ka malasin -“Hindi na ko Virgin!”

Lucky color: Lahat baka sabihin mong pati color pinagkakait sa iyo.

Birth stone: Jack stone

Ang lahat ng nabanggit ay pawang katotohanan lamang at hindi kathang isip dahil kailanman ang manghuhula ay hindi pa nagsasabi ng kasinungalingan pero ang mga PULITIKO SA GOBYERNO ay LANTARAN. Kaisa, kasapi at nagmamalasakit Chorva scope, Ang iyong Kapalaran at Sapalaran.

Graphics by: Rolando C. Iniwan, Jr.

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Sports Sports News & Features

SportsEditorial

Volume XIV • Issue No. 6 | June-August 2013

Rise to Win

Coat of Arms

Jomar Silva Sports Editor

What makes one a champion?

T

he problem about most people is that they think they’re better than the players, they forget the importance of support.

R

ight around the middle of the semester, we celebrate this thing; this one event wherein we take pride on our physical capabilities and rejoices on the hopes of victory. We call this the intramurals. Other people take this much more serious than others, so serious that sometimes they forget the essence of sports and the meaning of sportsmanship.

In this year’s Palarong Wesleyan we have adapted the theme “Rise to Win”. And it got me thinking; how far are you willing to go so that you could win? How far are people willing to give for this one event?

Many people see the intramurals as a chance to showcase that their college is not just about academics. Proving which college is superior in the field of sports is sometimes crucial; because whoever wins in the games gets the bragging rights for the rest of the school year.

And because of this some people aren’t afraid to go beyond the limitations and exceed all energies out of the athletes just to get the results they’ve been dying to have. Some people focus too much on the goal they fail to see the real prizes that was already theirs on the first place.

Rising above others and being declared as champions may sound sweet and inviting. But the real success is rising above yourself and going beyond the limits of what you can do. Because if one is able to overcome all the obstacles that lies ahead of him; winner or not he is still a champion at heart.

I remember the ambiance around whenever there is an upcoming Manny Pacquiao. First there’s the anticipated announcement, then the long and gruesome wait and then there’s that one solemn moment where Filipinos around the world would keep in silence to give respect to our Philippine Flag. And on that moment, I feel nothing more but pride and honor; the thought of us coming together for one event is truly astounding.

Then I remember a question that came up to newsstands before; whether Pacquiao would be considered as a hero or not. He didn’t risk his life to save the Filipinos. He didn’t write anything to give us a purpose. He didn’t fabricate an organization that would stand up for the oppressed. He didn’t do anything different than your normal day-today boxer. So why should we call him a hero?

Well, just like an OFW and an Olympic athlete the very fact that he gave honor and pride to our country is reason enough to call him a hero. We shouldn’t measure the things they’ve done or the things they didn’t, because heroes are not subjected in that manner. And it is certainly not a secret that Pacquiao has proved that he is not like other fighters with the titles he has earned and triumphs he has overcame.

Which brings me to another question in mind, where is Manny Pacquiao now?

After a crushing defeat with Juan Manuel Marquez last December 2012, Pacquiao dimmed in the lime light; leaving people to wonder whether he is getting

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The intramurals is probably one of the most awaited events in the university. It is a time wherein we set aside the textbooks and we put on our A game on. It is a time for champions to rise and represent their colleges in the different and perplex battlefields.

But then it got me thinking… what do players get from participating in these games? As I watch coaches rally their players, I wonder with great uncertainty about the competence of these players. Are they suited to represent their college? What if they’re not good enough? Would it make their college happy?

Being a player myself, I know the feeling of insecurity, the feeling of doubt especially towards your own capabilities. When I told people that I was going to try out for athletics they all thought it was a joke. They didn’t believe that I was actually going to go through with it. And that brings me to another question in mind. Why do people prosecute those they think are not fitted to play; if they didn’t even try in the first place?

The problem about most people is that they think they’re better than the players, they for-

get the importance of support. Most often than not, people shout and dictate those who are trying to win for the sake of their college. People neglect the fact that these people with great modesty took the burden of representing their college and with all their power doing whatever it takes to win.

Maybe a little support wouldn’t hurt?

That’s all we ask from you guys. And yes, losing a part of life but that doesn’t mean it has to be the end. Give these people a break; it’s not an easy task you know; to beat all those athletics and rise above as winners.

But that doesn’t mean we don’t try, because we do, we try so hard and we do what we can to get there.

What makes one a champion is not his competence to win and neither is the probability of his success, but rather the support and encouragement his company gives him. No one must be a one man soldier. A champion would not be a champion if it wasn’t for the people who elected him there. The intramurals is not solely based on the determination of champions but also in the unity form during this time.

too old for the ring. But he gave hope once more to Filipinos when it was announce that he will be going against Brandon Rios in a non-title, welterweight match on November.

The two holds different records in their professional careers. Rios being younger than Pacquiao is certainly a factor in the equation. However, we shouldn’t dismiss Pacquiao’s exceptional performance during his glory days. But after his back to back defeat with Bradley and Marquez the odds are in favor with Rios. Pacquiao must prove that he hasn’t lost his touch; owning up to his name and rising up to the challenge.

But other things might hinder Pacquiao from victory. One of which many is his noticeable commitments towards other subjects which have been added great stressed to his training that became a factor for his recent loses. Pacquiao wouldn’t be considered as the underdog in the match but he has more to prove than Rios.

This match would determine whether it’s time for retirement for the boxing champ. After disappointing loses of other Filipino boxers, the Philippines keeps an eye out and holds hope until the pride and glory is restored by none other than the man who showed the world we are not to be taken lightly with. Pacquiao has shared his exceptional moments in the ring and he certainly raise the bar up for younger Filipino boxers. The question now is whether it’s time for Pacman to finally throw in the towel.

-Jomar Silva

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News & Feature

Current News & Events

June-August 2013 | Volume XIV • Issue No. 6

After Gilas Pilipinas raisedthe bar from the recently concluded FIBA championship, the Philippines wait in anticipation for the game play of the Azkals this coming March in the Asian Football Confederation Challenge Cup in the Maldives.

Even as the Azkals jumped 29 notches from the 170th world ranking to the 141st spot last August.

They still need to own up with the great expectations brought out by

the victory of the Gilas Pilipinas.

But even with no major competition in the near future, the Azkals steps forward in their friendly games with other countries.

Considering they have a big cup to fill, the Azkals along with the goal of winning their matches; needs to bring out young hopeful football players in the country. But it seems they have to carry those youngsters out from the court and into the field.

Promoting football in the Philippines is not an impossible task but the Azkals has to fasten their phase to accomplish this job.

The Azkals might have lost in their friendly game with Indonesia but

they look forward on keeping their Philippine Peace Cup title on October at Bacolod City. The team also gears up especially at the final quarter of the 2013 for the Challenge Cup for preparation next March.

If the Azkals wants to keep climbing up the ladder, they have to show continuous progress in front of the International Football Federation (FIFA) and stay on their radar. As the Gilas Pilipinas books a ticket to Spain, Azkals are likewise expected to get a ticket to the Asian Cup in Sydney in 2015.

-Jomar Silva

The Philippines once again unite as they look after their dream team in the recently celebrated FIBA Asia cup tournament. The Philippines were given the hosting right for the FIBA championship because of the current situation in Lebanon. Sponsored by the Smart Communications and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP), Gilas Pilipinas also known as Smart Gilas Pilipinas competed in the 2013 FIBA Asia tournament.

The country watched in keenness every match. It certainly didn’t become smooth sailing for the team.

Filipinos watched in frustration and eagerness as Gilas Pilipinas thrive in every obstacle. Along with the hardship of getting through every match the team was scrutinized ever since the team was announced.

With Chot Reyes named captain of the ship or should I say the head coach for the Philippine dream team, people protested he was too cocky and narcissistic. Bashers also dissected the rest of the team; Marc Pingris, Marc Pingris , Jeffreig Allan Chan, Larry Fonacier , Daniel Norwood, Ranidel De Ocampo, June Mar Sotto Fajardo , LA Tenorio , Marcus Douthit , Gary O. David , Japeth Paul C. Aguilar, and Jimmy Alapag.

Meanwhile, with its top player injured in battle against one of the top team in Asia, the Philippine national men’s basketball team bent over on its big fighting heart to reign. To crash the finals of the FIBA Asia Championship, Gilas Pilipinas reined over South Korea, 86-79 held last August 11 at Mall of Asia Arena. Gilas Pilipinas headed into battle against South Korea with memories of past defeats over their heads.

It was the first time in a long while that the Philippines have beaten South Korea thus, achieving its goal of returning to global stage of basketball. They took the lead two minutes into the third and ended the quarter with a 65-56 edge over the South Korea. The Gilas Pilipinas opened with an 8-0 run behind Jason Castro that give them 47-39 lead with 6:02 in the third, then followed by 10, 63-53, with 1:21 left.

But even if they weren’t the front liners, Gilas Pilipinas ticket to Spain was certainly achieved without any pain and a lot of frustration. And this has certainly raised the bar for other athletes in the Philippines. Now the Philippines looks forward to the voyage of the Gilas Pilipinas next year.

-Jomar Silva/John Mark Paynor/Eligio Cruz, III

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Volume XIV • Issue No. 6 | June-August 2013

P

agkagat ng madaling-araw ng Hunyo 24, bumabangon ang mga nilalang ng Bibiclat upang magpalit anyo at maglakbay sa mga kalsada ng Aliaga. Nanlilimos ngunit nagdidiwang. Nanlilimahid ngunit nagpapasalamat. Sila ang mga Taong Putik – ipinagbuntis sa katawan ng lupa, iniluwal sa mga bisig ng tubig.

Ang mga Taong Putik ay hindi mga engkanto o laman-lupa. Sila ay mga mamamayan ng Bibiclat na deboto ni San Juan Bautista at idinaraos nila ang pista ng kanilang patron sa ganitong paraan – iba sa kung paanong paraan idinaraos ng mga Pilipino ang pista ng santo sa pambabasa ng mga tao.

4:00 AM Putik ang tampok ng pista.

Ang mga mamamayan ng Bibiclat ay magtutungo sa mga bukirin at magpapahid ng putik sa kanilang mga mukha at katawan bilang simbolo ng mga kasalanan nila.

Tinatawag nila itong “Pagsa-San Juan” bilang pag-alala kay San Juan Bautista sa kaniyang pagba-bautismo kay Hesus. Ang pagdaraos ay kilala ng mga dayo bilang “Pista ng mga Taong Putik”.

Matapos magpahid ng putik ay kanilang isusuot ang kani-kanilang kasuotang gawa sa tuyong dahon ng saging, niyog, o mga ligaw na damo na kanilang inipon, binabad sa tubig at putik, at hinabi nung gabing nakaraan. Isinusuot nila ang mga kasuotan upang itago ang kanilang pagkakakilanlan.

5:00 AM Ang mga Taong Putik ay mga kababaihan, kalalakihan, maging ang mga kabataan at munting bata ng bayan.

Sila ay maglalakad sa kalakhang bayan upang manlimos ng kandila o ng pera pambili ng kandila. Ang mga may-ari ng bahay ay magbibigay limos sa paniniwalang sila ay tatanggap ng mga biyaya sa darating na panahon.

Ang mga kandila ay para sa kani-kanilang panalangin: paghingi ng kapatawaran, pasasalamat sa Panginoon, at paghiling ng mga biyaya. Ito ay kanilang sisindihan sa plaza ng St. John the Baptist Chapel kung saan isang misa ang idaraos.

6:00 AM Ang misa ay idinaraos sa plaza ng simbahan. Sa kabila ng pagkakaroon ng halos paganong tradisyon, hinihikayat ng paroko na pagtuunan ng mga Taong Putik ang mensahe nito.

Kadalasan, ang sermon tungkol sa Ebanghelyo ay ukol sa dumi ng sangkatauhan na sinisimbolo ng putik na nakapahid sa katawan ng mga Taong Putik ngunit sa kabila ng lahat ay patuloy pa ring tinatanggap ng Panginoon ang bawat isa sa atin.

7:00 AM Isang simpleng prusisyon ang gagawin ng mga Taong Putik pagkatapos ng misa.

Tutugtog ang mga musikero upang umpisahan ang prusisyon. Ilalakad ng ilang kalalakihan ang rebulto ni San Juan Bautista na kanilang papasanin kasunod ang daan-daang deboto na nanggaling pa sa iba’t ibang bayan at parte ng Nueva Ecija.

Ang parada ay ginaganap sa pangunahing kalye ng Bibiclat at muling babalik sa simbahan.

8:00 AM Bago sila maghugas at maglinis ng katawan ay muling mananalangin ang mga Taong Putik. Ilan sa kanila ay nananalangin ng masagang ani ng palay. Ang iba naman ay nanalangin ng lunas sa karamdaman. May mga mag-asawa din na nanalangin ng anak.

Ayon sa isang pag-aral ng UNESCO, tanging ang Pilipinas at tanging ang Nueva Ecija lamang ang nagdaraos ng ganitong klaseng tradisyon. Walang nakaaalam kung saan nagsimila ang ganitong pagdiriwang.

Ayon sa isang alamat, isang imahen ni San Juan Bautista ang tumulong sa mga mamayan na itaboy ang mga ahas sa kanilang bayan. Ang pangalang Bibiclat ay pinaniniwalaang nagmula sa “biclat” na ngangahulugang “ahas” sa Ilocano.

Ayon naman sa isang kuwento, ang tradisyon na ito ay nagmula noong sakupin ang Nueva Ecija ng mga Hapon. Ayon dito, napatay ng mga rebeldeng gerilya ang ilang mga Hapon. Bilang ganti ay binihag ng mga Hapon ang lahat ng mga mamamayan at dinala sa plaza ng simbahan.

Babarilin na ng mga Hapon ang mga Pilipino nang biglang umulan nang tanghaling tapat, at napuwersa ang mga Hapon na itigil ang eksekusyon at palayain ang mga bihag. Ang mga Pilipino ay sumayaw sa tuwa at naglaro sa putikan. Ang nasabing himala ay sinasabing bigay ni San Juan Bautista.

Ang mga Taong Putik ay mga mamamayan din ng lipunang malayo sa kabihasnan. Ipinapakita nila ang kanilang pananampalataya sa kakaibang paraan at pinaniniwalaan nilang nagpapatibay ng kanilang relihiyon.

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