Newsletter April 2019 - June 2020

FEATURE

EDITORIAL

Reaps of passion and leadership

4% and Getting Bigger

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“For stories we sail, for truth we deliver.”

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NEWS

CULTURAL Bersamin named Ms. NOPSSCEA Education 2020

Embodying Godliness as Lacsonian Core Value read on page 9

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JBLCF-B launched Bayanihan Drive to aid stranded Lacsonians amid COVID-19 pandemic A set of relief goods provided by JBLCF-B for stranded lacsonians./ JOANNA GUDIO

BY PAUL IVAN QUEZON

Amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, JBLCF-B employees, in coalition with JB Alumni Association and ParentsEmployees Association (PEA), launched the Bayanihan Drive as a response to help stranded students, cadets, alumni, and school personnel.

It has extended support by providing relief goods composed of food packs and hygiene kits to students and school personnel.

Meanwhile, alumni and cadets received cash aids.

The Bayanihan Drive started on March 26- two weeks after the immediate suspension of classes. The total number of beneficiaries reached 11 students, 90 cadets stranded in Manila, Cebu, Zamboanga, Bulacan, and Pampanga.

On April 21, nine students, 14 security guards, 25 RMA ground personnel received food pack donations.

On April 26, they were able to reach 41 persons. They already gave out 158 packs which included for the distribution on the following day to RMA personnel, security guards, gardeners, carpenters, and also to photographers who needed the aid.

20 cooperative employees and 3 NROTC Unit Reservists received food packs on April 29. Cash assistance was also given to 6 stranded alumni.

As of May 4, the team distributed food packs to 11 students, 15 security guards, and 17 RMA personnel. A total of 224 food packs were distributed and 56 stranded cadets and alumni received cash assistance.

“Almost all 80 alumni need assistance but we have limited funds. Nasubuan gid ko to tell them that we prioritize those cadets who are poor, self-supporting, and have been there in Manila for almost a year as utility and still applying,” said Joanna Gudio, Subject Area Head of Social Sciences and one of the direct member of the response team.

The initiative also reached 28 repatriated seafarers quarantined in Saltimboca Inn. Students were able to receive donations weekly.

Lucky Lee Garcia, a 2nd-year BSMarE student stranded in his dormitory and a beneficiary of the Bayanihan Drive was overwhelmed with gratitude. During the BAYANIHAN DRIVE

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JBLCF-B showcases IEMP Environmental Governance

The Carrier campaigns renewable energy

BY ALLEN TORDESILLAS

Paticipating students and faculty with the organizing team poses a smile after the Cascading Best Practices on Environmental Governance seminar. / MARY AIREEN LABIOS

BY RENGIL MANA-AY

Do your little thing every day.

This was the challenge posed by Capt. Luis G. Evidente to the participating teachers and students from different schools during Cascading Best Practices on Environmental Governance last January 24, 2020, at HMA Function Hall.

“We have to keep thinking about how and how much we can give back to the environment. Be conscious of yourself.

Every day, every aspect. Ask yourself, how much are you giving back?” he emphasized.

EGO culminates environmental activities

BY MARK JOHN PRIOLO John B. Lacson Colleges FoundationBacolod is known as an institution that supports environmental initiatives. Together with the Earth Guard Organization (EGO) they celebrated the 2nd Institutional Environment Week, a four-day-long celebration that lasted from November 25 to 29, 2019.

Bearing a theme, “One Planet, One Nation Sustaining Green Actions for a Safer Climate”, EGO had prepared contests such as on-the-spot photography, open letter, hugot kalikasan, and spoken poetry. The said events were willingly participated by students showing their interest and vigor to the activities they joined.

The organization, as well as the judges, chose the top 3 winners for each category.

Midn. Franz Gabriel Baylon BSMarE 2 won the 1st place for the open letter, while E/C John Dale Kaw BSMarE 4 for the on-the-spot photography, Midn. John Rey Urbanozo BSMT 2 for spoken poetry, Midn. Michael Diaz BSMT 2 for hugot kaliskasan, and along with the other winners received cash prizes.

The winners were recognized and awarded last December 3, 2020 at the PEA Center.

The said event aims to share the best practices and policies of the JBLCF-B’s Integrated Environmental Management Program (IEMP) to the participating schools.

“What you learn here, what you observe here, you are supposed to take it home. Because it is you who will continue until the next generation,” Capt. Evidente said as he talked about the environmental education and practices of the school.

Furthermore, Dr. Sylvino Tupas

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With the aim to maximize the extent of raising awareness about the significance of renewable energy, REpower Negros conducted a half-day symposium with a theme, “Fridays for Future: A school-to-school campaign” held at JBLCF - Main Library last February 28, 2020.

A team of young campaigners namely Yna Ysabelle Arcenas - EIC Committee Head, Roberto Miguel Yulo and Coleen Awit, Coordinators, REpower Negros focused on the discussion about the rampant burning of coal to generate energy that powers the world - the details about coal as the culprit to anthropogenic climate change which constitutes 46% of carbon dioxide emissions worldwide and accounts for 72% of total greenhouse gas emissions from the electricity sector. The discussion also tackled the different renewable energy in the province which are potential sources for just transition.

RENEWABLE ENERGY

BAYANIHAN DRIVE

Maritime students join in JBLCF-B’s 1st Eco Camp

BY RENGIL MANA-AY

Eco Camp participants recycling plastic bottles as part of their activity inside JBLCF-Bacolod campus. / JOSHUA TOTISANO

To educate, enrich, and engage students in the JBLCF-Bacolod community on the topic of the environment, Canadian interns in partnership with EarthGuard Organization and Community Extension Services office, held the first-ever Eco Camp last December 6 to 7, 2019.

About 40 Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation and Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering students participated ECO CAMP

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quarantine period, he makes sure his productivity level won’t get affected.

He does the things he loves which includes reading, writing poems, and trying something he hasn’t done before.

He was supposed to return home to Batangas during the summer break if not for the said outbreak. “Lockdown na kaya walang magagawa,” he said.

“Amidst this crisis, I never lose hope for I know that a better tomorrow is waiting ahead of us,” he added.

The Norwegian Shipowners’ Association (NSA) also supports 15 NSA cadets stranded in the school dormitories. Gerold Gerodias, one of the stranded cadets said NSA gave them daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) until April 30. They were also able to receive donations from the Bayanihan Drive.

The Bayanihan drive is a voluntary act led by the institution’s employees.

Almost all employees joined the fund drive. The collection of donations was done by 2/M Eleno Sing, Dean of College of Maritime Education, while Mr. Armando Gudio, Mrs. Joanna Gudio, and Mr. Cheryl Pagunsan run the errands.

Some alumni members were also able to donate sacks of rice, relief goods and eggs.

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Carrier reaps awards in COPRE ‘19

NEWS Three Lacsonians dominate the 51st The Outstanding Students (THOS) Awards

BY FRANZ GABRIEL BAYLON

The Carrier staffers showcasing their awards during the PIA-6) College Press Conference 2019 in Iloilo Grand Hotel, Iloilo City. / JOSHUA MALAPITAN

BY FRANZ GABRIEL BAYLON

The Carrier staffers raised their banner as they placed in the different categories at Philippine Information Agency-6 (PIA6) College Press Conference 2019 held last November 29, 2019 in Iloilo Grand Hotel, Iloilo City.

Paul Ivan Quezon garnered 4th Place in Editorial Writing (English), Allen Tordesillas as 5th Place in Copyreading and Headline Writing (English), and Rengil Mana-ay as 5th Place in News Writing (Filipino).

“I didn’t anticipate that I would grab a spot in this writing category because of my lack of preparation but above all, I was very happy that I won my very first regional contest,” Tordesillas said.

PIA-6’s COPRE is an annual event where student journalists across Western Visayas gather to engage in various journalistic contests.

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in various seminars and activities in the said event.

With their Reusable Kits Initiative, the group of Pink Panthers, composed of Mdpn. Kenneth Abrasado, Mdpn. Earol John Canlas, Mdpn. Jesus Capuras Jr., Mdpn. Edwin Gargallano, Mdpn. Rengil Mana-ay, Mdpn. Adrian Nobleza, Mdpn.

Lloyd Joshua Paculanag, Mdpn. Lawrence Tarrosa, and Mdpn. Anthony James Toquero, won the “Big Problem, Smart Solution” contest.

They will receive financial assistance from the government of Canada through Tayler Hernandez and Melissa Wolf, International Development interns from Canada, to implement their project.

According to Mdpn. Gargallano, since

Three Lacsonians emerged victorious as they took a spot in the 51st The Outstanding Students (THOS) Awards held at Ayala Malls Central Bacolod, last February 22, 2020.

They are E/C Efraim Arroz, E/C Joeffer Galve, and D/C Zayber Araya. E/C Arroz and E/C Galve made it to the top three with Arroz as the recipient of the Leadership Award.

The Outstanding Students Awards have been at the helm of giving honor and recognizing high school and college students of Negros Occidental who excel in four pillars namely academics, leadership, community service, and personal integrity.

The said event was organized by the Junior Chamber International (JCI) Bacolod, Inc.

Mentor 3/E Charles Mangga (Left end) and JBLCF-Bacolod Administrator Engr. Roberto Neal S. Sobrejuanite (Right end) together with Lacsonian THOS awardees occupied the stage for a picture after the awarding./ CHERYL EXAMEN PAGUNSAN

the effects of climate change are getting worse, the Reusable Kits Initiative aims to mitigate the plastic usage of the students in the school. He also hopes that this project will be a great help to achieve “no single-use plastic” in JBLCF-B and to the neighboring community.

Meanwhile, after acing the different contests in the camp, the Blue Team was hailed as the overall champion.

“All the knowledge we’ve learned as well as the various team building activities made us a lot more conscious of our actions and how it affects our environment,” Rey Michael Balais of the Blue Team said.

Mdpn. Joshua Totisano, President of EarthGuard Organization, also expressed his gratitude to the participating students, speakers, facilitators, and God for a successful first Eco Camp.

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The REpower Negros Movement is a network bonded together towards making Negros Occidental 100% powered by clean, accessible, and renewable energy. It is a massive campaign that aims to promote just transition and energy democracy where the people have the right to the energy that power their homes.

The event was facilitated by The Carrier, the official publication of JBLCFBacolod, and participated by selected members of various organizations.

Red Cross Youth Camp 2019 breaks the record

BY JOSHUA MALAPITAN

A record-breaking of 1,306 campers from different councils in the province gather in John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation (Bacolod), Inc. grounds during the Red Cross Youth Camp last November 15-17, 2019.

Ramon Torres National High School council was declared as the overall champion, followed by John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation (Bacolod), Inc. council and Luisa Medel National High School council as first and second runners up, respectively.

The three-day camp was composed of three major events: the hinugpong, hinampang, ang sagupaay where participants showcased their talents and skills in various events.

The camp was spearheaded by the Chapter Youth Council of Red Cross Youth Negros Occidental - Bacolod City Chapter with the theme, “Greatness, Resiliency, Inclusivity, and Tenacity (GRIT).”

Red Cross Youth Camp 2019 participants and team gathers at JBLCF-B covered court after the awarding for a group photo. / JOSHUA MALAPITAN

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EDITORIAL

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EDITORIAL CARTOON BY PAUL IVAN QUEZON

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M ODERATO R JARE BE T H BANG OY, PH . D EDITORIAL POLICY. TheCarrier is published once every year as the official magazine of John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation (Bacolod), Inc., Pauline Village, Alijis, Bacolod City. The Carrier accepts original articles from students and faculty. We edit contributed articles and provide correction for write-ups that need modification or improvement. All contrinubtors must be legibly written and double spaced. All submitted articles automatically become properties of TheCarrier.

4% and getting bigger!

First five months of 2020 and a lot has already happened: bushfires spread in Australia, the Taal volcano eruption, the global outbreak of the novel coronavirus (Covid-19), and the immediate shutdown of the biggest media in the country- to name a few.

The first five months of the year and everyone has already been shaken by the nonstop ‘apocalyptic’ disasters hitting every part of the world.

of everyone around the globe. Social distancing, wearing a mask, virtual classes/meetings, and home quarantine. All of these became the new trend just because of a single virus.

The shutdown of a prime TV station in our country amidst the need for public information dissemination in this time of crisis. The press is bleeding and the voice of our people is starting to accumulate, an uproar countering this issue has surfaced.

The hope of the Filipino is turning into fear as the days in the calendar fades.

Last December 13 to 16, a national survey was conducted by Social Weather Station to Filipino citizens on their view for the upcoming year 2020. The statistic shows that 96% will enter 2020 “with hope” while only 4% say that they are fearful for this upcoming year.

It has only been 5 months and that 4% is gaining more. The hope of the Filipino is turning into fear as the days in the calendar fades.

Virus outbreak that stopped the mobilization

Even during this outbreak the first severe tropical storm this year entered the Philippines which caused over 10,000 people from Northern Samar to evacuate as per announced by Northern Samar Governor Edwin Ongchuan. Another health issue during this time is to maintain social distancing to prevent transmission of COVID 19.

Problems continue to pile-up unresolved.

Fear of an unknown future is stimulating and the 4% is gaining more.

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OPINION Orion

Joshua Malapitan

We Lead, but We Don’t Excel We always claim that our institution provides high-quality education, as well as training for its students— which is true in most parts— but if we try to immerse with the students and ask their experiences inside the classroom, perceptions will drastically change.

Students like me have been struggling in coping with all the school works to be done, yet some of our instructors especially those teaching in the maritime profession are incompetent in teaching. Some, if not all, rely

Epitome

Jasele Mae Priolo

Extend a Hand, Guarantee their Tomorrow

Ignorance and hypocrisy fuel the raging fire of depression. It is not the attention that everyone is lacking but the knowledge regarding this condition. Surely, ignorance can kill a person but if it is a disease nobody wants to cure, then the world can’t secure a future to us.

You may not be a victim but can you imagine your daughter who has a bipolar disorder due to depression being tagged as crazy that should be locked up? Can anybody carry the burden and agony of losing one of his friends because he is unaware of what his friend is going through? Remember when Lady Gaga admitted that she suffered from depression and anxiety?

There is no exemption. We can’t possibly treat them because it requires professional help but anyone can be that little glimmer stored away, that one little light that’s left.

Anyone can be the hand that will guarantee a tomorrow to somebody.

so much on online videos downloaded from YouTube to teach. Letting students watch it for a span of two to three hours of class resulting in ineffectual learning.

We expect that after hours of sitting inside the classroom, we can get something from our instructors since we are paying expensive tuition fees for them to teach us to be like them— seafarers. Yet, it seems like we are far beyond what we have expected. When examinations come, we don’t know how to answer even simple questions because it

5 Insights, he stated that “there has been a huge lapse in the quality of cadets and engineers that maritime institutes are producing. Ask shipping companies, and they have a list of complaints about fresh graduates...believing that certificate is all that one needs to run a ship at sea, irrespective of the kind of training and skills a mariner has.”

Although these incapable instructors only represent a small portion of the whole teaching workforce, the fact that every single one of them teaches a considerable amount of

This issue will not end in the classroom. It will be a domino effect until they apply to shipping companies since the institution produced unskilled maritime cadets. wasn’t discussed during class and we are just expected to “know it”.

This issue will not end in the classroom.

It will be a domino effect until they apply to shipping companies since the institution produced unskilled maritime cadets.

In an article by Raunek from the Maritime

students can greatly affect the performance not just of the students, but the institution itself.

This must no longer be tolerated.

They should inculcate to their students the education they signed up for in order to lead and excel in their chosen field.

Wednesday, March 6, 2019, when all were hyped and excited to celebrate the Maritime Day, the one young fella dear to our hearts gave up his battle. He shot himself and was found by his father bathed in his own blood.

The long deafening silence was replaced by questions of hows and whys. Who would wonder that the easy-go-lucky man who shows no signs of depression end up dying due to suicide?

Based on the 2017 Global Burden Study, depression is a common illness worldwide.

It is a serious medical condition that is associated with symptoms such as melancholy,

Millions of people have been combating this illness for the long run but there is also ba unch of individuals who still described it as “bullshit attention-seeking dramas” created by the victims to attract empathy. As cited by Dr. Steven Gans, almost 800,000 people die by suicide every year; one person dies from suicide every 40 seconds it has been the second leading cause of death in individuals aged 1529 years old. Society must not be blindfolded of these facts. That is why it is our obligation to educate ourselves and impose awareness against this sly killer.

Awareness could be an effective weapon in

This global crisis is very distressing particularly to the depressives and at the same time to the people around them. loss of pleasure, loss of energy, difficulty in concentrating, and worst, suicidal thoughts. It is a real illness and it is treatable.

According to The World Health Organization, depression is one of the leading causes of disability, affecting 264 million people. It is proven to be the primary reason why someone dies of suicide every 12 minutes –over 41, 000 people every year. This stigma is one of the priority conditions covered by WHO’s Mental Health Gap Action Program which aims to help countries increase their services for people with mental disorders.

This global crisis is very distressing particularly to the depressives and at the same time to the people around them. No one can really imagine how terrifying it is until it happens to you or someone around you.

eliminating this stigma –the misconceptions of society. An awareness that will prevent this stigma in shaming the mental illness and stop the creation of communities where minds are closed off and reject the acceptance of those who are “different”. Creating awareness is a difficult task especially when there are limited avenues in raising it such as inconsistent symposiums regarding the subject. But we can contribute small efforts by checking up on them, encouraging them to seek proper treatment, and reassuring that their condition is nothing to be ashamed of.

Darker than grief indeed and an alarming situation to be trapped in but always bear in mind that in this constant tug of war, when the storms inside the head pull harder, our hopes must pull the hardest.

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Liyag

Arthur Frederic Omelan

Makabagong Apat na Sulok ng Pagkatuto

Sa panahong ito, ang lahat ay nahaharap sa suliraning pangkalusugan na hatid ng COVID-19. Habang kumakalat ang pandemyang ito sa mundo, maraming pagbabago ang napapansin at ang mga mahihirap at bulnerableng mga bahagi ng lipunan ang siyang higit na tinatamaan, kapwa ng pandemya at ng pagtugon dito.

Maraming buhay ang lubos na nabaligtad hatid ng pagbabagong ito. Una na dito ang edukasyon, dahil karamihan sa mga paaralan sa elementarya, high school, mga kolehiyo, at mga unibersidad ay nagsasara. Ang iba ay nagkakaroon ng mga programang gagawing

Bad Wolf

Gerold Gerodias

CoVidilemma

This was unexpected. A pandemic just hit our country hard. It feels like everything is normal yesterday, but now it seems like a natural disaster, like a typhoon, thousands are affected. It’s like a ticking clock that suddenly stopped for all the people.

A pandemic never happened in my life until now, as the saying goes, “expect the unexpected” and here we are now. Still, we must be thankful that we have technology, in medical field where there are efforts all over the world in finding a cure and vaccine for this virus. Also for the people who are stuck in different places all over the globe who are not with their families in times of crisis, technology is indeed, a necessity nowadays.

online ang mga klase dahil sa paglaganap ng nakakahawang sakit.

Ang pinsalang hatid ng sakit na ito ay mapaghamon at nakabibigo para sa ilang magaaral. Tinatayang 70% ng populasyon ng mga estudyante sa buong mundo ang naapektuhan ng pagsasara ng mga paaralan.

Naapektuhan din ang mga nakatakdang magtapos sa kanilang pag-aaral ngayong taon.

Ito ang araw na hindi lang tayo ang naghihintay na sumapit, bagkus ay kasama ang mga mahal sa buhay, Hudyat ito ng pagtatapos ng ating mga mahabang pagtitiis at pasensya tungkol

mabagal at may kamahalan ang internet ay di kayang mag-distance learning. Dagdag pa dito ay ang estado ng bawat mag-aaral, na kung saan ay hindi lahat ang pinapalad na magkaroon ng mga kagamitang maaring gamitin sa pagsasagawa ng online class.

Ang pangunahing prayoridad ng pamahalaan ay upang suportahan at pabutihin ang pangkaisipang kalusugan at kagalingan ng lahat ng mga mag-aaral, mga kawani at mga magulang/mga pamilya. Ang mga kawani ng paaralan ay patuloy na nagpapanatili ng mga relasyon at nagtutuon sa pangkaisipang

Ito ay isang mapaghamon na panahon para sa lahat ng mga gurong sama-samang nagtatrabaho tungo sa mga pagsasanay upang maitaguyod ang mga mag-aaral para sa tagumpay. sa hirap ng ating pinagdaanan habang tayo ay mga estudyante pa lamang. Ang ibang institusyon ay nagdaos ng online graduation ceremony, meron ding mga paaralan ang nagbahay bahay nalang upang maipalasap sa mga mag-aaral ang tamis ng pagtatapos sa kabila ng epidemya.

Ang ilang mga paaralan ay nag-aalok ng ‘distance learning’, ngunit ito ay hindi para sa lahat. Ang mga kabataan sa mga lugar na

kalusugan at kagalingan ng mga mag-aaral habang sila ay nagbibigay ng malayuang pag-aaral. Ang mga guro ay gumagamit ng maraming malikhaing mga paraan upang makipag-ugnay sa mga mag-aaral.

Ito ay isang mapaghamon na panahon para sa lahat ng mga gurong sama-samang nagtatrabaho tungo sa mga pagsasanay upang maitaguyod ang mga mag-aaral para sa tagumpay.

I am one of those who are lucky to get ahold of the internet, even though I’m not at home, I could always find a way to contact my loved ones. Times are tough right now, almost everyone is anxious about this pandemic.

Many aspects in life are very difficult to sustain right now, for example financial. Our necessities need money, food, shelter, clothes.

those people that you can help. Selfishness will not do anything good at times like this, people should reach out their hearts to one another. Assume always at times like these that all people are struggling out there. At the very least, if you cannot help them, show empathy and do not be a burden for them.

We should be at utmost positivity at times

We are in a middle of the war, enemy we cannot see. We need to survive, but it does not mean you left others out even if you have the power to help them.

Middle class to rich people have clothes and houses, some have savings, and some don’t.

Some don’t have pay when there is no work; so many people are struggling financially right now. People are in the middle of this crisis, there is no rich or poor in this battle, this is a battle for humanity.

We are in a middle of the war, enemy we cannot see. We need to survive, but it does not mean you left others out even if you have the power to help them. This is our battle; this is the battle of humanity against the virus right now that has advantage over us. We should think about ourselves, but do not disregard

like these. People might need to be physically distant to each other but our hearts must be closer together. You will never lose nothing if you show some kindness to one another.

This is a though battle that we should win together, in a time like this, money is not the most important thing, health is our number one treasure right now. We must maintain our health in every aspect in order for us to win this battle. Health comes first as money could be earned after this battle. Show empathy, love, and surely, people will heal and all of these will turn to strength to fight for this battle.

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NEWS IEMP ENVIRONMENTAL

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discussed the internal policies of the institution with regard to environmental governance.

He also shared the accomplishments of the institution after two years of implementation of the IEMP.

“We always make sure that our piping systems are checked that there are no leakages. And that we always make sure we only use the right amount of water in our comfort rooms which are rainwater for efficient water management. Also, our renewable energy project has cut down the

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school’s electrical consumption by 30%.”

Meanwhile, Dr. Emeliza Estimo, Unit Research Coordinator, shared how research became essential to the improvements in the school’s environmental management.

She presented the findings of the research outputs conducted by some of the JBLCF-B faculty and staff.

Findings showed that there was a high level of awareness, a high level of compliance, a high degree of commitment and a high level of engagement to the IEMP policies.

“Most of the IEMP activities, projects, and plans are in place but still need strengthening

and further improvement to make the program sustainable,” she added.

The program was spearhead by the JBLCF-B and was attended by various students and teachers from Southland College, Colegio San Agustin- Bacolod, Technological University of the Philippines - Visayas, Negros Occidental High School, Bacolod City National High School, JBLFMU - Molo, JBLFMU - Arevalo, Luisa Medel National High School, R.A. Medel Elementary School, and Ramon Torres National High School.

JBLCF-B’s safety organization clinches awards

BY PAUL IVAN QUEZON

JBLCF-Bacolod’s Junior Safety Organization of Negros Occidental (JSONO) showcased the Lacsonians’ culture of safety as they bagged home awards in the 2019 Safety Olympics last November 30, 2019.

JBLCF-Bacolod JSONO won first place for the video-making and hose-laying, and second place in yells competition held at Carlos Hilado Memorial State College- Talisay.

This experience made me more conscious

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of safety precautions and I’m encouraging everyone to practice safety. Be prepared, be ready. Do safety, always. Always,” said Joshua Totisano, member of the organization.

The event was organized by SONO Federation and JSONO CHMSC- Talisay and participated by safety organizations from seven participating colleges and universities in the province.

JBLCF-Bacolod’s JSONO representatives holding their trophies, certificate and fire hoses after winning 1st place in the Safety Olympics 2019. / MARK ANTHONY DOBLE

JBLCF-B defends back-to-back System Model Cadet title

BY PAUL IVAN QUEZON

BY RENGIL MANA-AY

Three Lacsonian leaders completed the modules of the 2020 Young Leaders Fellowship - Negros Young Leaders Summit at Good Shepherd Training Center on December 26-30, 2019.

“Panaad para sa Magahat” of Mdpn. Jesus Capuras Jr., in collaboration with Danica Lactaoen of Bacolod City National High School was awarded as one of the Most Promising Projects. The project aims to conduct literacy, numeracy, and embodied learning tutorials in Magahat community in Himamaylan City.

Meanwhile, Mdpn. Rengil Mana-ay was elected as the Batch President and Mdpn. Ruer Torculas as Batch Public Information Officer, respectively.

The said leaders are among the 21 youth leaders from different towns and cities in Negros who participated in the fourth batch of NYLS.

ILOILO CITY— Marking the highlights of the recently concluded 72nd Foundation Week Celebration, Rengil V. Mana-ay of JBLCF-Bacolod won and defended the back-to-back title of System Model Cadet last February 13, 2020 at JBLFMU-Molo.

It was a two-year feat for JBLCF-B when Franz Gabriel Baylon won last year’s title in the institution. Mana-ay also won the Best in Talent award.

Franzesca Mari Bautista of JBLFMUArevalo won first runner-up and Fletchly James Quermit of JBLFMU- Molo won second runner-up.

Mana-ay said that he offers this winning to everyone who supported him all throughout this journey and he promised to live up the Lacsonian values to help and empower his fellow Lacsonians.

“This dream became a reality not because of me but because of Him. I must say, it was not me but it was Him, it was Him who

71st and 72nd Model Cadet winner (from left to right) both from JBLCF-Bacolod bearing their respective trophy after the 72nd System Model Cadet has concluded. / FRANZ GABRIEL BAYLON

sent me the instruments I needed for this competition — the people who believed and supported me in any way, the thoughts I got to speak out, and the talent I performed in front of the crowd.”

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Reaps of passion and leadership

BY PAUL IVAN QUEZON

“There is no passion to be found playing small—in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” These words of Nelson Mandela, a leader, and a liberator, is a daily mantra of a young leader who started climbing hills then began hiking mountains.

Franz Gabriel Baylon, a second-year BSMarE student of John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation (Bacolod), Inc. qualifies as one of the Top 80 for the Ayala Young Leaders Congress (AYLC) 2020.

AYLC is a student leadership summit designed to build confidence, hone leadership skills, nurture commitment, foster nationalism, and idealism, and encourage faithful stewardship. “This is the beginning of a bigger network for various causes that we initiate for the community. I’ve known and been inspired by several alumni in AYLC. They’re so proactive and everything they do for the community is just so amazing that it makes me wanted to undergo AYLC,” Baylon said.

Baylon received the message of being included in the Top 80 last December 20 through AYLC’s Facebook page. “My phone sounding its usual high-pitched notification tone just literally made me wake up. I was so emotional throughout the week, maybe my most emotional week of the year. A lot of things came by and passed by. And this is one of those that came,” he wrote on his Facebook timeline.

“I was surprised. I know my interview

looks for.

“AF knows that we are all academically achievers, that’s why they dig deeper into our stories— who are we, what are we, why do we keep on doing the things we have done, why do we share to them our stories.”

The application for AYLC has 3 phases.

First, there was the self-nomination process where they send documents like the grades, a recommendatory letter from the school’s department heads. Second, the online application which to Franz was the “most mentally draining phase” because of multiple essay writings— what are my organizations, why I joined, what’s the organization about, what’s my part/contribution, my significance to the organization, and the like. Third, the panel interview composing three panelists on a single interview held last November 20 in Makati City which he described as more of sharing personal and social stories.

Baylon is an active advocate for the environment.

He’s currently inclined with multiple organizations fighting for climate justice. Aside from that, he was also active in community services in and out of the campus. He was also

During application, Baylon appreciates the value of patience he put into work. For him, it’s not easy to answer all those essays and questions, especially that he’s doing something else as well but trusting God made him feel confident. “Miss Amy would always tell me that AYLC is a community of great people. I don’t have the plan to be great or greater than how I grasp the concept of greatness. Because I already am; we already are— most simply and nobly we can. I have attended several summits and training, but I want to be honed the AYLC way.”

Lacsonian leader Franz Gabriel Baylon showing his advocacy with a smile during the Ayala Young Leaders Congress 2020. / FRANZ GABRIEL BAYLON

.I don’t have the plan to be great or greater than how I grasp the concept of greatness. Because I already am; we already are— most simply and nobly we can. went well but considering that it’s a nationwide search, it’s undeniable that it’s not just mine, but the same thing goes to other finalists.” He rushed to his mother’s room to share the news but she wasn’t around during that time. He thought of telling her later that day because he knows she’s been asking about it. “So what I did after is I keep on praying and telling God, “This is because of You. This is for You.”’

For the 21st congress, a new nomination process has been set. Previously, schools nominate the AYLC candidates. This time around, students can already do selfnomination as long as they meet the set requirements. AYLC avoids the institution to choose students that will represent them since most, if not all, would settle for the brightest ones, which isn’t really what Ayala Foundation

the first one from the institution to be included in this congress. He looks forward to creating networks with people that work for the causes that benefit the community, in whatever form it may be— a project, initiative, activism, etc. He hopes that this will help him in unleashing a better version of him to execute the things he was still hesitant to do.

“I hope that after AYLC, I would serve my purpose better.”

He will be attending the AYLC 2020 on February 17 to 21 at Lima Park Hotel, Malvar, Batangas together with fellow finalists from different schools around the country.

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Grace members performing an act during the Christian concert./ JOHN DALE KAW

Embodying Godliness as Lacsonian Core Value

BY ARTHUR FREDERIC OMELAN

“For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.” Romans 8:18

Work is Worship.

It was a success for the God Resembling Association of Christian Evangelists (GRACE) after delivering the word of God through

different acts and testimonies to the Lacsonian community and other religious groups last February 26, 2020.

It is the ninth year of GRACE campus ministry towards organizing a worship night concert, with the theme from Romans 8:18 “Glory in Suffering”. It was participated by various religious groups namely Bacolod City Gospel Church, Youth Breakthrough, His life, Youth Xtreme, True life and Youth United, Students from

JBLCF- Bacolod, and other schools who also enjoyed and had given their time to worship Jesus.

According to the President of GRACE Wirville John Saracia, “Godliness is one of the core values in this institution, and the purpose of this concert is to reach souls and deliver those souls to heaven. As stated in Matthew 28:19, “ Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.”

Oral presenters together with the panel of judges after the giving of certificates to the student participants./ JOHN DALE KAW

Student researchers present at Research Colloquium

BY JOSHUA MALAPITAN Student researchers from the Basic Education Department (BED) and College of Maritime Education (CME) presented their respective research papers for the 6th Students’ Research Colloquium held at Jo Tankers AVR last March 13.

The event showcased oral and poster presentations of various accomplished research outputs of the school year.

There are five oral presenters: D/C John Kevin Buenaventura, a BSMT4- NSA cadet first presented their paper entitled “Significance of the Use of Personal Protective Equipment

to the Work-Related Risk-taking Behaviors of Seafarers; Paul Ivan Quezon of BSMT2Aldebaran with their research “Common practices of JBLCF-Bacolod 2nd year Maritime Students that contribute to Carbon Footprint Emission”; Jason James Isada of Grade 12- Arafura with their research “Daily plastic footprint and Green Consumer Behavior of Grade 11 students”; Rovel John Montano of Grade 12- Bering with their research “Essential Oils: An effective mosquito repellent”; and Franz Gabriel Baylon of BSMarE2- HG1 with his research “Experimental Evaluation of Occurrence, Abundance and Distribution of Microplastics in Coastal Areas of

Bacolod”.

While for the poster presentation which is a contest, was conducted simultaneously with the oral presentations. D/C Zayber B. Araya a BSMT 4- NSA cadet presented their study entitled “Level of knowledge of graduating BSMT students of JBLCF Bacolod on shipboard critical operations in adherence to safety” and was awarded as first place in the said competition.

Moreover, Dr. Emeliza Estimo and Dr. Brian Gil Sarinas, Research Coordinators of JBLCF-Bacolod and JBLFMU-Arevalo respectively, gave their feedbacks and suggestions to the student researchers.

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Second year students in the College of Business Department posing a stretch of emotion as part of their act during the 17th Culminating Activity. / MARY AIREEN LABIOS

Urbanozo is Region 6 Best Orator

COB showcased culminating activities

BY ARTHUR FREDERIC OMELAN ROXAS, CAPIZ-- After bagging the championship for oration during the NOPSSCEA Literary Competition, JBLCFB’s pride John Rey Urbanozo was hailed as champion during the Western Visayas Private Schools Athletic Association (WVPRISAA) Regional Games 2020, February 3.

“Truly the contenders are tough to beat, but I always believe in my capabilities though. The most important thing is I won because I delivered my piece with pride and confidence.” says John Rey after being asked about his feeling on winning the competition.

BY JASELE MAE PRIOLO The College of Business Education marked the 17th culminating activities exhibiting various skills and talents of the students at Ayala Malls Capitol Center, last (date).

This yearly event showcased the grace of second year students on the Hiphop, Ballroom, and Contemporary Dance competitions while it was a challenge for selected first-year students to represent their hometown on the Tourguiding and Festival Attire Contest.

The event also included On-the-spot Petit Four, Cake Decorating, and Canape Making Contest as part of the three-day activity.

“The mission of this event is to showcase the knowledge, talents, skills and values taught and developed among our students in various subjects.” Mrs. Dangallo, Dean of the COB Department said.

This year’s culmination kicked off with the theme, “Broadening Experiences: Keeping Abreast with the Industry’s Expectations.”

*JOHN REY URBANOZO

John Rey Urbanozo a second year maritime student of JBLCFBacolod holding his certificate poses a smile after winning first place in WVPRISSAA Regional Games 2020 Oration. / JOHN REY URBANOZO

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CULTURAL Bersamin named Ms. NOPSSCEA Education 2020

BY GABRIEL BERNARDO BUARON Samila Bersamin, a second year student taking up the Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management from John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation – Bacolod was named as Ms. NOPSSCEA Education during the search for Ms. NOPSSCEA 2020 held at Ayala Capitol Central, January 21, 2020.

Five schools showcase their school’s pride and beauty as they compete for the crown of Ms. NOPSSCEA 2020. The names of the schools that joined the pageant are John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation – Bacolod, Asian College of Aeronautics, STI West Negros University, Colegio San Agustin, and lastly, the University of St. De La Salle. The categories that the competition holds are Production, Long Gown and Question and Answer portion.

Miss JBLCF – Bacolod won the Miss NOPSSCEA Education as for the rest of the contestants. Miss ACA won 1st Runner Up followed by Miss San Agustin who won Miss NOPSSCEA Culture; Miss STI winning Miss NOPSSCEA Sports and lastly Miss La Salle who is crowned as the Miss NOPSSCEA 2020 and Best in Production and Long Gown Category.

All women are capable of possessing great qualities and assets worthy of admiration and a great role model for today’s society.

“I believed that the greatest asset that we have is to capture the heart of every man, it is truly said that in every man’s life there should be a woman, a woman who will be his partner, lover and a mother of his children. With that I may say that women should not only possess beauty and charm but also values that will inspire all men in the world regardless of our culture, beliefs, religion and nationality,” said Bersamin.

I believed that the greatest asset that we have is to capture the heart of every man, it is truly said that in every man’s life there should be a woman, a woman who will be his partner, lover and a mother of his children.

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Samila Bersamin, Miss NOPSSCEA Education 2020 holding her trophy after the awarding. / SAMILA BERSAMIN

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CULTURAL Bersamin named Ms. NOPSSCEA Education 2020 read on page 11

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JBLCF-Bacolod owns the dance floor

BY GABRIEL BERNARDO BUARON

The John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation Bacolod joined the Negros Occidental Private Schools Sports and Cultural Educational Association (NOPSSCEA) dancesport competition tertiary level. As the dancers will take their skills and talents against other schools representatives from VMA Global College and De La Salle University last held in Ayala Capitol Central, Bacolod City, January 21, 2020.

The representatives for the John B.

Lacson Colleges Foundation – Bacolod for the dance competition are Mdpn. Mel Vince Garche of Bachelor of Science in Maritime Transportation along with his partner Miss Julie Ann Aldeguer of Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management. The duo joined the modern standard category in which they won the championship place, with VMA Global College going with 2nd place and De La Salle landing on 3rd place.

The coach of the amazing duo, Mr. Benedict Rivera an alumni of the school and a former dancesport dancer pour out his support and guidance for the duo and became

a big part for the success in grabbing the championship title.

Winning the championship title earned them the spot in representing the school in the Private Schools Athletic Association (PRISAA) together with VMA Global College against other schools representatives in the province of Capiz and Ilo-ilo City that was held in Roxas City, Capiz, February 4, 2020.

But sadly they did not bring home a trophy but instead manage to bring home the pride and honor of representing our school as well as the province of Negros.

Championship winners Mdpn. Garche (left) and Miss Aldeguer (right), intro before the dance. / MEL VINCE GARCHE

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