THE LPU INDEPENDENT SENTINEL 2015-2016 SECOND NEWSLETTER ISSUE

vol. xxxIII No. 2

august - september 2015 EDSA@30: A recall from its heroes By Shantal Roz G. Lopez

THE HISTORICAL 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution did not stop during the Marcos regime, but it is a continuing process that demands Filipinos to change to have a progressive nation. This was the message of the forum “EDSA@30: How the People Power Revolution Transformed the Philippines”, held last September 22 at the JPL Hall of Freedom. Broadcast journalist Marianne Hontiveros and former DILG Secretary Rafael Alunan, known as two of the EDSA heroes explained

HEROES OF EDSA REUNITE. (L-R) Former DILG Secretary Rafael Alunan III, Dr. Vicky Narciso-Apuan, Air Asia CEO Marianne Hontiveros, Former Philippine President Fidel V. Ramos with the LPU officials, President Roberto Laurel and Executive Assistant to the President Paolo Laurel during the “EDSA@30” forum held last September 22, 2015 at the JPL Hall of Freedom. Photo courtesy of John Christian R. Alvariño.

LPU wins in PH Culinary Cup, bags 9 gold By Kim Oliver M. Maniscan

THE ‘ONE LPU’ marked another history after winning nine gold awards in the annual Philippine Culinary Cup (PCC) held at the SMX Convention at the Mall of Asia in Pasay City last August. Comprised of 45 competitors from LPU Manila, Batangas, and Laguna, the One LPU team also bagged silver and bronze awards from different categories in one of the most prestigious culinary competitions in the country. This year, LPU competed against 1,200 participants from hotels, local and international universities, such as International School for Culinary Arts and Hotel Management, Professional Academy for Culinary Education, Marriott Hotel Manila, Thailand Culinary Academy, and Seoul Culinary

Institute. The college-based organization Les Jeunes Chefs (LJC) under the College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management (CITHM) has already joined and won in national and international culinary competitions and still continue to bring pride to LPU. These include the National Food Showdown (2009), Manila Beverage and Food Expo (MAFBEX, 20102013), Grand Culinary Cup (2011), Umami Culinary Challenge (2013), Chefs on Parade (2011-2013), Philippine Culinary Cup (2010-2015), Hongkong Food Expo (HOFEX, 2013 and 2015), and the Food and Hotel Asia (2014). Among all the PCC competitions they joined, President of Les Jeunes Chefs Marc Sy said that the organization got the highest number of gold

medals in the recent PCC contest. LJC pastry head and gold medalist Kris Edison Tan said their preparation began since April. He was also grateful for this achievement because all of the sacrifices, day-tonight practices, and hard work had finally paid off. Tan and his partner Chef Earnest Artuz’s winning piece was a combination of croissants recipes namely, the pain au chocolat and the dual color crown that they created within 6 hours under the World of Bread category. On the other hand, Gyle Gicana also won a gold medal under the Australian Lamb category, and a silver medal under the Pasta category. Gicana won a silver award in the HOFEX 2015 last May. According to Tan and Gicana, the selection of participants in every con-

test that LJC joins depends on the potential, skills, and activities of the students in the kitchen. Once a student is chosen to compete, he or she will undergo strict training from the chefs. On summer next year, the LPU team will join the international Food and Hotel Asia (FHA) contest in Singapore. But according to Tan and Gicana, competitors have yet to be announced by their advisers. After winning in the Philippine Culinary Cup, Tan will be competing for the Mondial du Pain in Lyon, France in 2017. The international contest focuses on breads and pastries. Tan said he will be making croissants again and other standard breads as well. He will represent the Philippines and will compete with other nations like China and Japan. (See the full list of winners from ‘One LPU’ on page 3.)

Dumagats express gratitude to LPU community By Alexandra Nicole B. Zaide

THE INDIGENOUS TRIBE of Dumagats thanked the Lyceum of the Philippines University-Manila after it initiated an educational program through the opening of the Katutubong Paaralan ng Jose P.

Laurel (KPJPL) in Masla, General Nakar, Quezon province. The KPJPL is the first and only indigenous school that is recognized by the Department of Education (DepEd). It was created with the support of the Australian Agency for

International Development through the DepEd and the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples. Community Outreach and Service Learning (CoSeL) Director Marilyn Ngales said that there was no other university in the National Capital Region

that offered a comprehensive program for the education of indigenous children. LPU President Roberto Laurel also thanked the Dumagats for the meaningful outreach project and assured them that the Laurel family will continue to support the tribe.

LPU ties up with Indian universities By John Poliquit

COLLEGE OF INTERNATIONAL TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT (CITHM) officially partnered with eight colleges and universities in India last July 29. With the theme, “Asia Pacific Tourism: Innovation & Challenges in the Age of M-Commerce”, LPU hosted the 8th International Tourism Convention at the JPL Hall which signifies LPU’s partnership with Indian universities. Delegates and members from the Indian Tourism and Hospitality Congress (ITHC) were the primary participants of the event, focusing on the improvement of the tour-

ism and hospitality industry of both countries, and how LPU’s students will be more globally competitive with the partnership. The programs under the said partnership include the student and faculty exchange, and the joint research collaboration between LPU and its eight partner universities in India. The convention also discussed the role of the industry for social and economic empowerment and the importance of tourism to the two countries. Through partnerships with universities abroad, students will become more competitive in their professions both locally and internationally, Continued on page 2

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CAS-SC conducts re-orientation on retention policy By Timothy P. Gucilatar

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES (CAS) Student Council held a re-orientation of the retention policy for the students to further understand its rules last July 29. The retention policy monitors students to maintain or improve their academic performance in their chosen course. In this way, professors will be able to identify the areas for improvement needed by the students to excel in their chosen course or program. College of Arts from page 1

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and Sciences, Mass Communications, Journalism, and Multimedia Arts Chairperson Renalyn Valdez clarified that the retention policy is not yet officially implemented this academic year. However, for students who are interested to improve their academic standings may take the retention exam which will be scheduled by the college. The policy will be implemented next academic year 2016-2017, according to Valdez. Part of the retention policy is to have a retention grade which the

students shall meet after the semester ends. As discussed by Valdez, board courses like BS Psychology require a student to have a GPA of 2.00 while non-board courses (AB Legal Studies, AB Mass Communication, AB Journalism, and AB Mass Communication) require a student to meet the required GPA of 2.25. Failure to meet the required GPA would require a student to take the retention exam. Valdez explained that if a student fails the retention exam, he will not be removed from the program. Instead, the

department would identify which activities they should offer for the students to improve their academic performance and eventually monitor whether they have improved or not. In a separate interview by The Sentinel, Valdez discussed what the retention policy is all about. “This [retention policy] is really the mechanism, the array of helping our students improve their class standing; not in any way to remove a student from the program.” Aside from meeting the required GPA, an-

other rule of the policy involves the half-the-unit enrollment of students. This will happen once a student fails in his major subjects. If students fail in three major subjects, they will only be allowed to enroll half of the total units of the subjects. Meanwhile, the college secretary will determine the retention status of students during the enrollment on the following semester. Students under retention will be oriented regarding the policy for the first two weeks of classes. With regards to scholars, Valdez said that

scholars won’t be affected by the retention policy since they have their own grade requirements. The re-orientation was conducted after the policy received negative feedbacks from the students during its first announcement as a new policy. However, Valdez took this positively and said that the students’ immediate reaction showed that they are becoming “more conscious on their academic standing”. Still, she advised the students to do better in their academics.

CIR-SC, LPU UNESCO spearhead ASEAN Integration seminar By Mariztela Alyssa R. Domasian, Hygeian R. Español, and Jaenelle M. Ilagan

COLLEGE OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (CIR) student council together with LPU United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (LPU UNESCO) held a seminar-workshop entitled, “Inclusive Growth and Prosperity for a Fully Integrated ASEAN” in commemoration of the ASEAN’s 48th anniversary. Association of A MARK OF COOPERATION. Delegates from the Indian Tourism and Hospitality Congress (ITHC) with the President of LPU Manila, Mr. Roberto Laurel during the agreement signing. Photo courtesy of Joses Theodore G. Rosales. Southeast Asian Nations or ASEAN is a political and Vice President for Aca- the universities in the Phil- in the ASEAN region, and hosted by Dean for Student economic organization of demic Affairs Dr. Conrado ippines aimed to strengthen have future plans for part- Academic Affairs, Jayson ten Southeast Asian counIñigo explained. linkages with other coun- nership with other countries Barlan and was attended tries. The organization aims “We would like tries.” outside ASEAN. by LPU President Roberto at integrating the participatto prepare our graduates In addition, the “If we can link with Laurel, the VPAA, Dean of ing countries by boosting or students as global citi- VPAA also requires other all universities in the world, the College of International economic growth through zens or professionals,” the colleges in LPU to part- the better,” he said. Relations Reynaldo Arcilla, employment, increased inVPAA said. “We are one of ner with other universities The event was and other faculty members. comes, and investments in the region. Ambassador Luis from page 1 Cruz of the Philippine EDSA heroes explained... Foreign Service and guest People Power should never sible. Alunan. Rather, his role don’t realize the impor- speaker explained that the happen again, as this is an The EDSA People was to ensure a peaceful tance of the innate change ASEAN Integration aims abuse in democracy. Alu- Power was a revolution- protest in EDSA and the they should have, EDSA for an inclusive growth nan emphasized that Filipi- ary protest by millions of safety of the breakaway would have been for noth- which means that every nos have failed democracy, Filipinos to oust President leaders, Enrile and Ramos. ing. country should prosper toand not otherwise. Ferdinand Marcos from “He [Cardinal Sin] As Alunan said, “If gether regardless of eco Former President power. It was encouraged asked the people to go out we are going to always ask nomic differences in class, Fidel Ramos also shared by Fidel Ramos and Juan to protect Ramos and En- for external intervention, gender, religion. Also, inhis experiences during the Ponce Enrile, who broke rile and to make sure that for something that will re- clusive growth would crePeople Power Revolution. away from the dictatorship there would be no vio- quire change, we will nev- ate more jobs for people, As one of the EDSA he- and sought the help of the lence,” Hontiveros said. er change the people. We resulting to a boost in the roes, Ramos stressed that church. Although the revo- have to stop using crutches, economy, Cruz added. Filipinos must have unity Through a radio lution was successful in external crutches, to make Though ASEAN of purpose, solidarity in announcement by the late ousting the governance of us change. We have to ad- countries may be diverse, values, and teamwork in Jaime Cardinal Sin, it ig- a dictator, people clamored mit that we are the problem Ambassador Cruz is lookcommunity development nited the Filipinos’ fight for for democracy, protesting and that we, too, are the ing forward to the estaband nation building to at- democracy by gathering in in the streets and gathering solutions to our problem. lishment of a “politically tain growth in the Philip- EDSA to stop the Marcos an audience, to oust presi- That’s changing our na- cohesive, economically pines. “Our purpose is to regime. dents from power. tion.” integrated, and socially reachieve a better future for However, this The three EDSA “The only way for sponsible region”. the Filipinos,” Ramos said. move of Cardinal Sin is heroes emphasized that it us to move forward as a As part of the ASE He also added never a question of the in- is through the transforma- people, is by living the true AN integration, he added that leaders of the country terference of the church tion of people to which spirit of EDSA, which is that students must know should provide a strategic to the affairs of the state, the EDSA spirit would be self-change; self-reform,” about the ASEAN and the plan to make change pos- explained Hontiveros and greatly felt. If the people Alunan stressed. plans for our country. Cruz

said that the implementation of the K-12 program in the Philippines is also a part of the ASEAN integration. The effect of this ASEAN progress, as stated by Cruz, is very promising for the students especially to those who would want to work abroad. A workshop followed the forum wherein students were taught structural planning and relevant ideas that can help the ASEAN integration. Meanwhile, the Department of Social Development Studies under the College of Arts and Sciences also held a conference regarding the ASEAN Integration. Entitled “An International Conference on the Role of Research in the Achievement of ASEAN Integration 2015”, the goal of the seminar is to inform the students on the importance of research to attain the goal of unity among ASEAN countries. Veteran journalist and journalism professor Guillermo Santos urged ASEAN members to never stop researching and be knowledgeable to be competent worldwide. According to Malaysian senior lecturer Dr. Mohd Hazmi Bin Mohd Rusl, ASEAN nations should also cooperate and be united in order to create a successful ASEAN community. Deputy DirectorGeneral of Foreign Service Institute Julio Amador II stressed that ASEAN is not a progress but a process. “There has been much progress but we need to speed up a little,” he said.

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Customs administration students protest against CMTA provisions By Trixiana D. Gile and Eden F. Erispe

CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION students condemn the impending passage of some of the provisions of the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA) which will allegedly threaten customs brokers. The CMTA bill seeks to simplify customs procedures for disposition, forfeiture, and seizure of contraband goods. It will incorporate the municipal law and the international law created in the Kyoto convention. CMTA will also replace the present Tariff and Customs Code of the Philippines. President of the

Philippine Society of Customs Administration Students (PSCAS) LPU Manila chapter Antonio Bilazon, said that he made signature campaigns all over the Philippines and position papers from students of different customs organizations and the customs brokers themselves to show their support against CMTA. He said they requested to be a part of the Technical Working Group on the Senate Committee on Ways and Means for the amendment of the bill, but their request has still not yet been granted. Furthermore, Bilazon explained they also raised their concerns through an informal meeting at the House Represen-

tatives and drafted another position paper. Later on, they formed a consolidated organization called Customs Brokers and National Student Organization of the Philippines (CBANSOP) and sent letters to senators. The CBANSOP is planning to seek audience from senators and 300 representatives regarding CMTA. Although this bill would have a positive impact on the industry, it would also negatively affect thousands of customs brokers if some of its provisions will be passed, according to PSCAS Founder and National Adviser Atty. Norberto Castillo. “There are provisions in this bill when passed, will kill our profes-

PCC 2015 Winners from ‘One LPU’

By Jessica Jane I. Sy

EMBELLISHED WITH MEDALS. The Les Jeunes Chefs who won in the Philippine Culinary Cup 2015. Photo courtesy of Leroy Borrega.

GOLD AWARDS

SILVER AWARDS

BRONZE AWARDS

Chef Raymond Mendoza Local Fish and Seafood

Errine Keith Jaramiel U.S. Beef

Chef Vince Patron U.S. Pork

Leroy Borrega and Arianne Alovera Young Chefs

Chef Vince Patron and Maria Filipina Lumingkit Sous Vide

Myca Callo Plated Desserts

Gyle Gicana Pasta

Infographic by Zyren M. Duazo

Earnest Artuz and Kris Edison Tan World of Bread

Nelson Gamurot (LPU BATANGAS) Bread Pastry Showpiece Jireh Rodriguez (LPU LAGUNA) Wedding Cakes

Anthony Sagubiense Chocolate Pastry Showpiece

Dan Pausal Dress the Cake

Justine Valdez Wedding Cakes

Gem Jacob U.S Poultry

Holly Ann Manuel Bread Pastry Showpiece

Jonathan Miranda Sugar Pastry Showpiece

Chef Sam Arevalo and Hannah Selina Ramos (LPU LAGUNA) Young Chefs Justine Joshua Calayan (LPU BATANGAS) U.S. Pork

Chef Heinz Pelayo Fantasy Dessert Angelique Chua, Louisse Enipto and Mary Joy Gella Filipino Cuisine Challenge

Maricel Masongsong (LPU LAGUNA) Plated Desserts

Chef Heinz Pelayo, Chef Abram Peralta, Chef Leoncio Barlan and Chef Grace Martinez Dream Team

Maxinne Martinez Hannah Ramos Young Chefs

Calvine Dale Magsombol (LPU BATANGAS) Wedding Cakes

Angelo Zavashtian Bagos (LPU BATANGAS) Plated Desserts

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LPU hosts Israel’s agricultural exhibit By Austin Bradley S. Magsino

LYCEUM OF THE PHILIPPINES UNIVERSITYMANILA hosted Israel’s “From Field to Fork” exhibit to encourage young people to choose agriculture as a practicable profession and a profitable business. Israel ambassador Effie Ben Matityau showed several photos of the exhibit to LPU President Roberto Laurel urging Filipinos to consider agricultural industry and maximize the country’s natural abundance of resources. The exhibit was

made possible through the Arts and Cultural Affairs Department (ACAD). Director Robert Hayden of ACAD said that the culinary arts and cultural officer of the embassy of Israel requested the university to host the exhibit. The exhibit is just one of the several partnerships between LPU and the embassy of Israel this academic year, as they develop their relationships on making the students involve in upcoming screening, seminars, and workshops. President Laurel is open to make LPU students

the correct taxes are paid, that smuggling is not committed,” he said. “If the shipments will be divided in parts of 500,000 and below, will that save the importer? No, because you have to pay twice the shipping charges, twice all the handling charges when it is discharged into the vessel or aircraft to their destination. They will be charged separate by housing charges. Ultimately they just removed us from the process but they ended up paying more,” Castillo stressed. As an alternative to these provisions, Castillo suggested to retain the status quo which mandates customs brokers’ services. If not, there will be an ad-

verse effect not only for them but also for the government and the country. He added that customs brokers would be unemployed if these provisions will stay. Atty. Castillo said they are also conducting protests in the streets and in the senate camps against the passage of the bill. He also encourages the students, parents, and brokers alike to support them in the fight. “This is the right time to show our force – collective efforts and force. Let us persuade the lawmakers, senators, and congressmen to listen to our side. We are not taking anything that does not belong to us. We are just protecting our profession,” Castillo ended.

First RCY academy held in LPU

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Gyle Gicana Australian Lamb

sion; but of course, we will not accept that,” Castillo said. One of the provisions in the bill that could harm customs brokers as stated by Castillo is the allowing of importers and exporters to make transactions on their own if the importation will be made below 500,000 pesos. Castillo explained it will not be beneficial for both the government and the importers. “If the importers will undervalue just to get rid of our participation, will that be good for the government? No. That will result to lesser revenue. That is also smuggling. We are there to prevent both. Our role there is to ensure that

globally competitive in different fields as he planned to explore the possibility of sending students in Israel through an OJT program. Meanwhile, Hayden said they are expecting more events and activities in the university this year. “Part of the goal or the mission of the office of the cultural affairs is to have travel networks with the cultural institutes and embassies to feature not only local talents in the Philippines but also showcase foreign and national art,” he explained.

THE FIRST MANILA RED CROSS YOUTH (RCY) Academy was held in LPU Manila last August 30 and 31 with the theme, “Developing the Next Generation of Manila Red Cross Youth Leaders”. LPU organized this lecture in partnership with the LPU Manila Red Cross Youth Council and the Philippine Red Cross Manila Chapter. Students from 18 different universities participated in this event. The event focused on the Mass Development Program which aimed to produce quality leaders in the community and give awareness to the youth about the importance of blood donations. To be a youth volunteer, the students were oriented about the basic information and the importance of the Philippine Red Cross – from its history to its programs and services offered. The RCY Academy also dis-

cussed the formation of leadership ideas and characteristics needed to become a youth leader of the community. A Basic Leadership Training was also held, wherein workshops were conducted regarding leadership skills and applied it through a whole-day team building in Intramuros. Meanwhile, the seminars on HIV/AIDS Prevention Education (HAPE), Substance Abuse Preventive Education (SAPE), Pledge 25 Donor Orientation and Voluntary Blood Donation of the Philippine Red Cross were held on the last day of the event at the JPL Hall of Freedom. As part of the academy’s objectives to produce young leaders, the Philippine Red Cross conducted a yearly “Madugong Paligsahan”, an inter-university bloodletting competition. The competition aims to teach students to be responsible and aware on the importance of blood donations. It also encourages every university to help do-

nate to the international and national blood banks. The winner of the contest will be based on the number of the blood bags donated by every participating university. A bronze award will be given to universities that donated 200-499 blood bags, 500-999 for silver award, and 1000 and above for the gold award. LPU Red Cross Youth Council First Minister Alexandrea Ubaldo said, “LPU is a consistent participant of Madugong Paligsahan since 2013 and was a silver awardee in 2014”. For this year’s “Madugong Paligsahan”, LPU RCY Council received a total donation of 104 blood bags. The awardees of “Madugong Paligsahan” will be announced next year to give way to the different academic years of the universities. The awardees will get a plaque and cash prize to be given to the central student government of the university.

English days celebrated

By Myrtle Joyce I. Bautista and Ellah D. Pama

LYCEUM OF THE PHILIPPINES UNIVERSITYMANILA celebrated its annual English Days with the campaign slogan “Speak English, Please” on September 16-18 in coordination with the Department of English and Literature and the LPU English Club (LEC). Department of English Faculty of Arts and Languages of the Philippine Normal University Ms. Maria Teresa Manicio had a discussion about this year’s theme, “Taking the Lead in Effective English Communication Skills in the 21st Century”.

In line with the celebration, the campaign was followed by the Speech Choir Competition and the Metamorph-Faces Sounds Familiar wherein selected students with English classes imitated pop icons. The new Mr. and Ms. English Ambassador, John Emmanuel Jundante from the College of Arts and Sciences and Divine Mary Grace Cruz from the College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management were hailed in the afternoon. In the morning of the second day, the Extemporaneous Speech Contest and The Voice of English were held at the Mini Theater. The Essay Writing

Contest, the Spelling Bee, and the Oratorical Contest took place at the Speech Laboratory on the afternoon. The Hip-Hop Dance and the Music and Mime Competition were among the activities that occurred on the last day. Participated by 50 sections, the highlight of this year’s English Days celebration was the Literary Festival wherein different literary characters were turned into life through the students’ creative costumes. The English Days celebration aims to encourage students to speak English to be globally competitive in a fun and interactive way.

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‘Eyeing’ for LYCESGO “A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others.” This statement from General Douglas McArthur goes for all leaders – may it be in a general perspective or in local setting, such as in universities. In the case of LPU-Manila, the Lyceum Central Student Government (LYCESGO) is the official student government that understands and caters the needs of the students. In the past, LYCESGO has been in the forefront, voicing out the concerns of every Lycean. During Dexter Secosana’s term (2004-2005) as LYCESGO President, he spearheaded the program that aims to unite the four universities in Intramuros. It was also during his term that they persistently fought against tuition fee hike through a consultation with the administration.

The last time the LYCESGO visibly became the voice of the students was when they initiated the Black Saturday in 2014. Led by then LYCESGO President Warley Yap and The Sentinel, students were encouraged to wear black as a sign of protest against the 6 per cent tuition fee hike. Though was not successful on cutting the increase, the protest was able to convince the administration to lower the down payment to 5,000 pesos. During the first four months of the current LYCESGO administration, the student body has not felt any significant involvement in the student government’s programs and activities. LYCESGO President Khyle Zybille De Leon said that one of their activities for this semester is the monthly Grievance and Action Desk. However, since the month of July, which she said was the start of the program, not even a single booth was visible in front

of the LYCESGO office, or even around the campus. Does this mean that the LYCESGO officers are not in camaraderie in doing their duties? Though it is still premature to evaluate the LYCESGO’s performance, the student body has the right to know what their student government has been doing so far; the student body to whom they promised to serve during their campaigns. As the saying goes, prevention is better than cure. The early assessment is to remind LYCESGO that much is expected from them as the representatives of students. By the start of the effectiveness of their positions, they have already formulated concrete plans with corresponding target dates. In spite of this, the students are yet to feel these plans especially that the first semester is about to end. In line with their LPU Spirit Shirt project, we believe that LPU spirit can be truly felt when the

projects they offer adhere to the essential needs of the students; the need for them to be involved in university issues and the need for them to grow as holistic individuals. This is in response to the lack of action to cater and stand for those needs. They have the whole second semester to change this kind of culture. It is recommended that they establish a traditional event that students

will anticipate for and the succeeding LYCESGO administration should continue to implement. Also, they may focus on activities that will improve students’ selfesteem and address their anxieties. As part of the preparation in facing the real world, it is important that the LYCESGO hold programs that will boost the students’ awareness to take part in social and national concerns.

To determine the needs of the students, it is best if the LYCESGO will conduct a survey or a needs-assessment test. The purpose of this editorial is not to condemn but to enlighten and challenge the current LYCESGO leadership to make the most out of the power bestowed to them both by the administration and the students to satisfy what the students need more than what the students want.

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If there’s a part in the Philippine

history that is very significant to the democracy that we have today, that would be the EDSA People Power Revolution in 1986. It was when Filipinos united despite their differences in classes and faith; because it was during that time that the only indifference they have was the hope in bringing back the democracy that then President Ferdinand Marcos took away from all Filipinos. Recently, LPU hosted the “EDSA@30” forum in commemoration of the bloodless revolution that marked in the hearts of every Filipino. The forum aimed at reliving the EDSA spirit but more importantly, reminding the youth on how the EDSA Revolution has shaped the country and the lives of many. The revolution was a result of the long oppressed freedom after the proclamation of Martial Law on September 21, 1972. Violence was rampant, the media outlets were closed down. Marcos took over and the Filipinos were too afraid to fight such tyranny. Not until Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino was killed on August 21, 1983. Aquino’s death signaled the start when Filipinos found the courage to fight for their freedom. Significantly, it was followed by the breakaway of then Defense Minister Juan Ponce Enrile and then Armed Forces Vice-Chief of Staff Command Fidel Ramos. They withdrew their support from the government and called upon the resignation of then President Marcos.

The church, through the late Archbishop Jaime Cardinal Sin, also came in support to Enrile and Ramos. He asked the Filipinos to gather in EDSA to stop the Marcos regime through a radio announcement. On the 25th of February 1986, a momentous event took place. Millions of Filipinos gathered in EDSA with their faith and courage as their only weapon. That peaceful revolution had successfully ousted a dic-

Filipinos abused it. In freedom, people find sin, so they say. As stated by Former DILG Secretary Rafael Alunan, “Democracy didn’t fail us. We failed democracy”. Together with Broadcast Journalist Marianne Hontiveros and Former President Fidel Ramos, Alunan pointed out that the reason the Philippines didn’t move forward after the EDSA Revolution is because Filipinos didn’t change. The true spirit of EDSA

tator and restored the democratic institutions of government. Thirty years after, what happened to the Philippines? Where are we now after the peaceful revolution that supposedly affected the Filipinos? Poverty incidence rate increased from 18.8 per cent in the first half of 2013 to 19.9 per cent in the same period of 2014; unemployment rate increased from 6.4 last April 2015 to 6.5 in July of the same year; and crimes are everywhere. It appears as if instead of having a significant change, history repeats itself, only that we don’t have a dictator but leaders who are not competitive enough to change our nation. After we had restored our democracy thirty years back,

cannot be seen nor felt in the number of people that gathered in the long walks of the Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue. The true spirit of EDSA can be truly felt in our interest to change; to change ourselves – the way we think and behave. Changing our attitude towards being persistent in finishing our education and changing our attitude in being patient in looking for jobs are the significant changes each one of us can make. These would contribute to our growth as holistic individuals. Why is it so easy for us to pinpoint what’s wrong but so hard for us to take actions to correct them? Because it is part of being a human. It is innate in all of us that when the mistakes concerned ourselves, we can’t accept

“Why is it so easy for us to pinpoint what’s wrong but so hard for us to take actions to correct them?”

them. We always, or if not, sometimes, transcend these mistakes to other people. Like how we blame the government if we can’t eat thrice a day. We are trying to feed our minds with lies – that it is not our fault. But that game plan should change now. Next year, we will be faced with a big challenge – the 2016 Elections. Let the 2016 Elections be our generation’s own kind of People Power Revolution. It is now time that we change the kind of governance that we have by voting for the right person. Every youth must start being involved in national issues and concerns. Instead of senseless tv shows, FB posts, and tweets, we must start evaluating the presidentiables. Look deeper and assess who among them will help in the growth of the Philippines. Remember that if you don’t vote, you cannot complain in the bad governance because who knows, your one vote might have changed the whole situation. Change should be very easy once we realize our mistakes and accept them. We have learnt from the past governance. Now, are we going to let it happen again? EDSA People Power is a continuing process. It didn’t stop during the Marcos regime. It is a continuing process that requires every Filipino to change not just in the way they behave but also in the way they think. We shall keep in mind that the only way our country’s state will change is when we accept the fact that it shall start from within us.

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pragmatism Marie Elizabeth F. Dagala eli.sentinel@gmail.com

Liberalism

Blinded by liberty

captured us. Our freedom became our addiction and our rights grew to be our obsession. The students, who form the biggest percentage of the youth, are empowered by modernism. The presence of social media encouraged that their opinions matter whether it is on the weightiest or the pettiest of things. Freedom of speech endures amid controversies, until this kind of freedom turned into the controversy itself. I, together with fellow Lyceans, encountered meetings headed by The VPAA, and took note of Dr. Conrado E. Iñigo, Jr.’s constant reminder that students should refrain from publishing social media posts against the university because these online statements reach people who work in various businesses and establishments, and the bad reputation LPU earns out of these affects the students eventually as graduates applying for jobs. To contrast, I would like to indicate two culturally evident points. First, the stimulus for freedom of speech is innate. Second, students are reactive. It is nothing new that students complain every time there are faults in the university, and they cannot help keep these to themselves, especially if they are those di-

rectly affected. Hence, the combo of freedom of speech and social media enters the scene the moment students give vent to their scrutiny and afflictions in Facebook or Twitter. Social media may be the most convenient outlet of students to exercise freedom of speech, but this situation undermines the role and privilege of students to appropriately confront their concerns within the institution. This innovation

sue? As long as there is no potential action, these utterances remain words on your timeline. These Facebook friends and Twitter followers may affirm you, sympathize with you or boost you, but they are mere audience, and they are not the change to your dilemma. Students ought to not resort to the deceptive public outside LPU to use their right to be heard. It is a matter of compromise. It is as simple as students discussing their problems with the right persons of the right offices in the right manner. The LYCESGO would be a good channel in conducting this motion because they have a duty to be representatives of the student body. Conversely, the professors, personnel, and the administration should return the respect the students give by being accommodating, considerate, and committed. Freedom of speech is dynamic. Yet, one cannot always criticize each flaw because there is no perfect system. One’s speech can make noise, but this crooked world will consume his resonance. The sway of social media and freedom of speech is not permanent and powerful at all times and degrees of issues. Change rests in the human capacity and activity. As cliché as it sounds, walk the talk.

“Freedom of speech through social media provides the students a dire option not to consult problems face-to-face.” surfaced as emancipation to the naked eye, but this is a loophole the greater part of the crowd is unconscious of. This emerged as boundless communication, but this only limits the working relationship between students and school authorities. Freedom of speech through social media provides the students a dire option to not consult problems face-to-face. I can perceive that The VPAA’s constant reminder has its ethical roots and does not solely look after the façade of LPU. My fellow Lyceans, does the number of re-tweets you get make a difference? Can the quantity of likes of your Facebook status solve the is-

hard line

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One

Stinking problem

aspect in which a university can really be proud of is its facilities. But let’s face it, a small fraction of LPU Manila’s facilities at present is not something of the “best quality” due to its old age. Another facility that needs attention is the male’s restrooms. Even if you’re outside, you can already smell the stench that’s coming from inside. As you enter the male’s restroom, you can see drops of urine on the floor, including inside the cubicles. It is also noticeable that many students fail to flush either the urinal or the toilets in the cubicle. If you would check the sink, you could see that it is clogged by water and some body fluids are floating. In the case of the female’s restrooms, I have received complaints of broken locks of cubicle doors and defective vendo machines. I also received complaints of unhygienic practices of some female students such as improper

disposal of sanitary napkins. But in all fairness, I must commend the janitorial services for doing the best of their capacity to keep these restrooms clean. However, the departments in charge of maintaining our comfort rooms, should double their efforts in keeping these facilities clean and functional. The bigger problem is on the part of the students, who lack discipline

comfort rooms. Students should keep in mind that whatever they do reflect the kind of person they are. If students can’t act and behave properly in a simple doing such as using the restroom, what does that say to the kind of character the students have? Each detail of these facilities must be checked every single day to ensure that the facilities are safe, functioning at its best, conducive for learning, and could provide comfort to all Lyceans. Also, to students who happen to notice any defect on the university’s facilities or catch someone not using them correctly, you may report it to the proper authorities in our campus for immediate action. Both Lyceans and the departments concerned should work together in order to make sure that all of our facilities are working well because it is primarily a fact that we are the main users, and no one but us will take care of these for ourselves.

“Students should be reminded that the proper usage of the restrooms is a sign of courtesy to many other users, which is a basic part of good manners. ” when using these comfort rooms. Students should be reminded that the proper usage of the restrooms is a sign of courtesy to many other users, which is a part of basic good manners. Keeping our restrooms clean is not only beneficial to these other Lycean users, but also to our own selves because we get to use clean and hygienic

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The LPU Independent Sentinel Statement In our banner story “LPU getting ready for K+12” for our first issue, The LPU Independent Sentinel published an incorrect information citing that there will be no sophomore students next academic year due to opening of the senior high school program. LPU Independent Sentinel wishes to clarify that due to the implementation of K+12 program, there will be no freshmen in A.Y. 2016-2017 and no sophomore students in A.Y. 2017-2018. We deeply regret the publishing of the incorrect information and we assure everyone that we will do a better job on informing and serving our readers.

Letter to the Editor

"The Making of a Watchdog", really caught my attention. I was impressed how student leaders of 1985 fought for their stands and how "LPU Independent Sentinel" came into existence. I hope that the newspaper's advocacy: the right to seek, receive and impart information and represent one's opinion will remain a legacy to all Lyceans as long as LPU is LPU. I, NORITA B. AGUILAR, as parent and one of the stakeholders of LPU believed that I have the right to participate and keep posted about the previous and current issues at LPU. If the newspaper has "STUDENTS' PAGE", wherein we can address our views, comments, suggestions and grievances? Thank you for the immediate action RE: "LPU GETTING READY FOR K+12." Continue the good works and God Bless! (This message was received by the editors though the LPU Independent Sentinel’s official Facebook page.) -Norita B. Aguilar, Parent Dear Mrs. Aguilar, It was a surprise that our first ‘letter to the editor’ came from a parent. We never expected that Sentinel’s influence can branch out of the school premises. The fight by our editors back then is our inspiration to do our job as LPU’s watchdog. For thirty years of Sentinel’s existence, we can assure you and the whole LPU community that we will uphold with our mission – inform students about the issues concerning our university and help students think on the ways to correct them. Also, we would like to thank you for bringing to our attention what you have observed as an error in our K-12 article. It is our responsibility to correct whatever mistake we have committed for we believe that truth is never negotiable. We hope for your continued support as we bring news that matters. Best, Jennifer R. Anzano Editor-in-Chief

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The

Maximizing your involvement

involvement and the participation of the students are very vital aspects on the implementation of such rules or system in an educational institution. Being aware of the rules and regulations as well as being knowledgeable about the basic information of the educational institution is just some of the important roles of a student on helping the university to improve. The 5S Campaign of the school has been there for several years already. The Sort, Sweep, Sanitize, Systematize, and Self-Discipline brigade has been a longterm project of the institution as it conforms to the international standards. Though it may seemed to be really effective, it is not conclusive. Why? It is because you can still see a lot of litter around the campus not properly disposed, more students by standing at the hallways and classrooms where the chairs are not properly arranged. Now, what seemed to be the problem on the implementation of this campaign is the lack of awareness of some students. I believe that the problem here does not only reside in the administrative officials con-

cerned but mainly, the students as well. Posters and reminders about the 5S Campaign is very visible and noticeable to every bulletin board and classroom in school. Hence, information dissemination is not the only problem here but also the lack in information retrieval of the students, which is one of the learning outcomes (CCC-IPET) that the institution is eyeing for its main stakeholders. The lack of involvement and apathy of the

you always have to involve yourself as long as it concerns your and the whole student body’s welfare. It is an early practice in preparation for the world outside the school. Being involved with the activities of the school and knowledgeable about the institution where you belong does not make you any less of a student. Thus, it further improves your capacity to adapt to an environment and helps you on being an individual who values information to develop. Maximize the use of social media. Instead of just scrolling over some life story-sharing Facebook pages, browse also the LPU page as well as The Sentinel’s page for you to be aware and updated on the happenings in the school. The student government, the student organizations, the administration as well as the whole student body need to work together and step on a collaborative effort towards achieving the goal of the institution of being one of the leading universities in the Asia-Pacific Region. Intensify your involvement. Break away from apathy. Initiate the change that you want... and you must start now.

“Being involved with the activities of the school and knowledgeable about the institution where you belong does not make you any less of a student.” students are the issues that need to be addressed. As the main stakeholder of this educational institution, it is your right and your responsibility to become aware of what is happening in our school and to act upon the system it implements. Take time to read the posters, bulletins, and announcements. Be in the know. Be hungry for the relevant information you need. This goes out for everything, whether it is a forum, a seminar or just an orientation of your college,

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STUDENTS’ PAGE

NATIONAL ISSUE

UNIVERSITY-WIDE ISSUEs

What is your reaction on the Bureau of Customs (BOC) scandal, wherein BOC officials open balikbayan boxes and impose high taxes on their contents?

Do you think the pageants held by university organizations are beneficial for the student body? Do you think these pageants produce effective role models? Why or why not?

“The first word which came to my mind was ‘why?’. I mean, do they really have the rights to steal things from people who sacrificed their lives just to send things for their loved ones? This is why Philippines is still a third world country, because most of us are foolish.” - Ralph Joshua Patino (1st year, BS ECE)

“I think yes, [pageants are beneficial] kasi kahit papaano nae-expose ‘yung mga student sa ibang tao and nakakaboost din ng confidence for them. No, [pageants do not produce effective role models] kasi minsan hindi naman ramdam ‘yung mga nanalo after the pageant. Parang yung pageant is ma-expose lang sila then after that, wala na.” - Mara Camille Mendoza (4th year, BS BA – Management Accounting)

“The BOC scandal is inhumane. Imagine the effort of our dearest OFWs just to feed and give the necessities of their own family. They work hard as they can for their family, not to pay high taxes that were imposed on their ‘padala’ for their family here in the Philippines. That BOC scandal is one good example of how corrupt our government is.” - Nhicole Quiohilag (2nd year, AB Foreign Service – Diplomacy)

“Opo, [pageants are beneficial] kasi yung mga estudyanteng sumasali sa mga pageant, tumataas yung confidence nila. Pero yung mga estudyanteng nanunuod ng pageant, wala namang nabe-benefit masyado. Nagkakaroon lang sila ng model na pwede nilang tularan. Effective role models sila kasi nagbibigay sila ng inspirasyon dahil sa mga sagot nila sa Q&A. Napakita nila kung paano maging confident sa harap ng maraming tao.”

-Francis Pancho (4th year, BS Information Technology)

How do you find the apparent extreme strictness of security guards towards students and in the enforcement of campus rules this semester? “Para sa akin, mas okay na naging strict sila kasi para sa atin din na estudyante ‘yun. Nagiging disiplinado tayo, yung tipong pagpasok pa lang natin sa gate, nakasuot na tayo ng I.D. kasi alam natin na siguradong mabibigyan tayo ng violation.” - Erika Come (3rd year, BS International Tourism and Travel Management) “I am not against the strictness of the guards here in the school. Besides, it contributes to the university’s role of disciplining their students. I just hate how the guards implement their strictness. Some of them treat students like criminals whenever they commit violations. What I’m trying to say is they could discipline the students in a friendly and nice way. Lyceans would surely appreciate that!” - Ma. Elisha Manas (3rd year, AB MC – Broadcast Communication)

Media days celebration ends on a high note By Bea Patricia M. Pelayo

GMA’S MULTI-AWARDED JOURNALIST Howie Severino opened the eyes of the youth on their participation in relaying relevant news through the power of social media. In line with the Media Days Celebration, a forum about Responsible Media and Critical Society was held last September 17 at the Mini Theater, hosted annually by the League of Young Communication Artists

and Journalists (LYCAJ). Severino said that in the past, “the only people who could produce content worthy of broadcast was a very small elite group of professional broadcast journalists”. Time has now arrived in the social media era wherein a common netizen can make an impact through sharing, creating, collaborating, and mobilizing information brought about by the advancement of gadgets and modern technology. According to Se-

verino, the media today has become more interactive than the media from the past. An ordinary citizen can now easily relay news through the use of social media by having a presence of mind and an event worthy of publishing online. He also emphasized that the power given to the youth also has its own flipside. The truth about cyberbullying, identity theft, fraud, violation of intellectual property, and misinformation are

some of its downsides. To avoid such downsides, Severino reminded the netizens to become responsible in using the social media by saying, “think before you do anything”. In his final message, Severino challenged the millennials through a question, “Will you just be the selfie generation, pointing your cameras at yourselves? Or will you be the greatest generation, using your immense power for the common good?”

Infographic by Mohammed N. Al Garosha

LEARNING FROM A MASTER. Mr. Howie Severino of GMA 7 during the Media Days forum last September 17, 2015. Photo courtesy of Jaenelle M. Ilagan.

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Special Report

Keeping an Eye on Student Leaders By Nicole L. Manano and Kim Oliver M. Maniscan

CAS College of Arts and Sciences SC accomplished four out of their eight events this semester as of September 15. Completed events include the Uniform and Design Contest, Merch Your Way, General Assembly, and Shindig, an acquaintance party. Their monthly activities are still ongoing like the FIX IT: Facility Inspection Report and the Grievance and Action Initiative. CAS SC President Khyle de Leon said they would still have to complete four events this September namely, Botong Lycean, Midyear Report Reinforcement, Uniform Design, and Assistance Desks. The Book ‘N Buddy event was cancelled due to their fullyloaded activities for this month. The CASama: Suggest Your Own Project/s to the Student Council which is supposed to be implemented from April to the 2nd week of May this year, was also cancelled. De Leon explained that “time and venue constraints” are the main reasons why some of their activities were not accomplished this semester. Next semester, their first event for November would be the Isyung CAS, wherein students would tackle the issues raised in their college. In the same month, other activities will follow like the GraphiCAS, Hit the Podium, Students’ Rights and Welfare Awareness, and Palacasan, an annual sports fest. On January, the CAS will have the MusiCAS, Assistance Desk, CASinema, Interview Me: Resume Writing, Mr. and Ms. CAS, CASiyahan, and the CAS Days. For February, Un/Popular Voices: Student Dialogue will be implemented, and for March they’ll have their Annual Report Reinforcement. CBA As of September 10, the CBA SC completed all of their activities for this semester. SC President Keith Salazar said the council implemented projects including Freshmen Days, 1st

General Assembly, CBA Week, CBAlympics, Entrepreneurial Expo, CBA Seminar, CBA Got Talent, Mr. and Ms. CBA, CBA Cup, and CBA Acquaintance Night. Next semester, the CBA will have their 2nd General Assembly, Honors Assembly, and Graduation Ball. CCS SC President Eugene Marasigan said that for this semester, they have completed three out of four events as of September 12. The activities include the Merchandise Selling of Lanyards, Sports Fest, and Council of Homeroom Presidents. Their General Assembly is currently in pending to push through before the semester ends, according to Marasigan. Marasigan said they failed to start the semester with a General Assembly because “there were no available slots” for the venue. However, he promised if this event won’t be held this semester, the SC will spearhead the second semester with a General Assembly. CIR For the College of International Relations (CIR), SC President James Ian Nagallo said the SC completed almost all the projects on their strategic plan for this semester as of September 7. Activities implemented were Recruitment Drive and CIR Merchandise Selling, Freshmen Reorientation, General Assembly, Martial Law Film Viewing, and ASEAN Days 2015. Other projects implemented that were not part of their strategic plan include English Edict, a CIR English Only Policy campaign; and Dial CIR, an information dissemination activity to CIR students. Recently, Nagallo implemented the CIR Book Bank, a minilibrary of international relations-related books for CIR students. Nagallo said the SC has one more activity to implement for the month of September which is the Dean’s Column Quiz Bee, a semester-ender quiz bee of CIR that aims to test students’ analysis on CIR Dean Ambassador Reynaldo Arcilla’s column in Malaya Newspaper. CITHM As of September 12, Student Council (SC)

President Vincent Petines said they had accomplished five of their eight activities for the first semester namely, the Committee and Representative Hunt, Project Synergy, Council of Homeroom Presidents, Kasarian, and their Acquaintance Party. The last three remaining projects include the Living Rosary, Personality Development Seminar, and a Semester-ender Transparency Reporting to complete their strategic plan this semester. Petines explained they conduct events monthly to avoid conflicts on the officers’ schedules. Next semester, the CITHM SC is expected to hold the MADFEST, Hospitality Cup, Hospitality Research Forum, and the CITHM Week. CON Two out of three events have been accomplished this semester by the CON Student Council, according to SC President Hasmine Adriano. As of September 14, the CON SC accomplished the General Orientation and the DOH Monthly Program. Based on the progress report of the college, Adriano said the Community Outreach was not pursued because “there is no existing program for the barangay that we can participate”. On the other hand, the Nurse’s Week and Nursing the Earth still waits for approval from their administrators. Based on their strategic plan, they will be having five events next semester namely, Christmas Party, Retreat, Cardio Day, Send Off, and the Pinning. Based from the student councils’ update on the completion of their strategic plans, it can be generally drawn out that majority of their planned activities for this semester were achieved. The same performance is expected from them for the second semester. Students are anticipating that the activities for the second semester would strictly conform to their welfare. After all, it is part of their responsibility as student leaders to conscientiously implement their activities as indicated in their strategic plans.(Disclaimer: We did our best to communicate with the College of Engineering Student Council President, however, we did not receive any response from him.)

LPU celebrates science week By Marie Jojina S. Serrano

LPU ENVIRONMENTAL SOCIETY (LES) in coordination with the Department of Natural Sciences celebrated this year’s Science Week with the theme, “Current Trends and Tools in Measuring, Management and Protection of Philippine Biodiversity” last September 9-11. In line with the celebration, Mr. Anson Tagtag of Management of Philippine Biodiversity held a lecture on sampling method in biodiversity. It was followed by the dis-

cussion of Dr. Ian Fontanilla, UP Vice Dean for Academic Affairs of the Institute of Biology. Fontanilla discussed the procedures of identifying a specific organism with the use of Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) barcoding. On its second day, LES held a science quiz bee at the LPU Quadrangle followed by a seminar regarding Wildlife Photography conducted at the Mini Theater. Professional photographer Romeo Remalante explained the ways and

techniques in capturing a subject on nature and how to perform basic wildlife photography. On the last day, LES held the final round of Environista, where participants wore their creative costumes made out of recyclable materials. Science Week 2015 chairperson Elaine Tandoc explained the events aim to encourage the students to participate in protecting the Philippine biodiversity by starting it in the university campus.

CCSIR holds job fair By Kristine Faye V. Anajao

CENTER FOR CAREER SERVICES AND INDUSTRY RELATIONS (CCSIR) organized a job fair for CAS, CBA, COE, CCS, and CITHM students last September 14 and 15 at the JPL Hall of Freedom to prepare Lyceans for internship and future careers after college. CCSIR Executive Director Roberto Zozobrado said they will make this job fair an annual event

starting this year. “Since the opening of classes, we have been calling or contacting our partner establishments, signing memorandum of agreement with them so that they can become our partners and they will hire our graduates and students for OJT and employment.” Zozobrado explained the CCSIR was expecting 50 companies to participate, but a total of 117

companies responded and joined the job fair. He added the College of International Relations (CIR) was not part of the list of attendees because they decided to hold their own job fair for their students and alumni. The CCSIR wants to encourage job seekers to take advantage of these opportunities for them to find decent and productive jobs.

ORIENTATIONS/ GENERAL ASSEMBLIES

Infographic by Zyren M. Duazo

FROM THE MOMENT they were elected as student leaders, much has been expected from the student council officers – from their platforms down to their activities. With the new batch of student leaders, how was their performance so far?

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Les Jeunes Chefs:

Taste-testing life before the real world By Rholynda Chryse E. Gonzalo

Life After Graduation

Having a taste of life may not just be an expression after all. The Lyceum Junior Chefs or commonly known as Les Jeunes Chefs is what Lyceum of the Philippines University has to show when it comes to winning with cooking. The 2015 Best College-based Student Organization from the College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management (CITHM) raised the university flag once again in the recent Philippine Culinary Cup wherein they brought home nine gold, 10 silver, and 15 bronze medals. These awards followed their other victories since officially recognized as an organization by the Student’s Affairs Office (SAO) back in 2011. But every professional was once a beginner.

Les Jeunes’ Journey

Les Jeunes co-adviser Chef Joel Tanjimenez said “being a chef is something you say to yourself”. That’s why aside from the 2.25 GPA requirement, students have to go through interviews before joining the organization. This is to make sure that the members have the commitment to be a chef. “When someone tells you to do this, you always have a reason to fail because it’s against your will,” Chef Tanjimenez said. “But you don’t have a safety net when you like what you’re doing. You won’t be able to blame other people if you fail, it’s all you.” He added that there is no obstacle for someone who believes he or she could be a chef because everything will be seen as training. “Every day is a constant training.” A Les Jeunes chef undergoes various functions (kitchen activities) as part of their training. The chef instructors provide advance and basic modules for them to learn. “I give them the modules I made. Mostly the basics, it’s like I repeated the food production course but in a way that it’s not just a term; I did it step by step,” Chef Tanjimenez said.

Chef Tanjimenez also added that “cooking is all about skill” and nothing will happen unless there’s mastery of the basics. The young chefs should be active in functions. During competition training periods, members can apply for student assistants of competitors. After the competitors graduate, the assistants will have an opportunity to be next in line to compete. Les Jeunes president Marc Christian Sy said Les Jeunes will show you what really happens in the kitchen; unlike normal activities during class. “Les Jeunes is an organization that will change a student,” Sy said. “It molds you to a better person not just in skills, but also in character.”

Moving Further Up

Chef Tanjimenez said Les Jeunes doesn’t particularly maintain its standards, but change it every time they reached them. “You need to move up because you’ve already reached it,” Chef Tanjimenez said. “If you don’t move up, then you’re not moving at all. It should not stop here.” He added that every goal reached means the need to set more goals as there’s always a better way.

The Secret Recipe

It’s ironic how cooking can starve you. But the Les Jeunes chefs live up to their motto “Driven by Passion” in every function and competition. Passion is enough to fuel their ambitions.

“If you’re not passionate in what you’re doing, you won’t get anywhere,” Sy said. Sy shared that the success of Les Jeunes is also because of the leadership of the previous administration and the members’ commitment to the organization. “If you see the commitment in your members, that more than 80% of the members are active, then it means you’re successful in leading the organization.”

John Michael Dela Cruz, former president of Les Jeunes, is now Causal Commis II at CRU Steakhouse, Marriott Hotel Manila, a multi-awarded fine dining restaurant in the Philippines. Dela Cruz is one of the many products of Les Jeunes that settled in a decent job right after graduation. “This organization helped me a lot, as a team leader and most especially as an individual because I was put into several trials and challenges that made who I am today and who I am going to be in the future,” Dela Cruz shared.

It was during Dela Cruz’s presidency when Les Jeunes became the Best College-based Student Organization for academic year 2014-2015. Being able to lead a group of hardworking and passionate students, attaining a lot of goals and achievements, and winning competitions locally and internationally, are the experiences that Dela Cruz considered as once in a lifetime opportunities. For the current Les Jeunes officers and members, Dela Cruz wants to remind them to be always driven by passion and never forget where they started. He wants them to remember that the reality of what Les Jeunes have are fruits of passion, dedication, and teamwork. For aspiring chefs, Dela Cruz encourages them to be always inspired and never give up.

“It’s very easy to give up and walk away, but it takes courage to fight and stay until you have given all the bits and pieces of everything you have. Aim high, dream big, and chase it. Always believe that you can achieve everything you fantasize about,” Dela Cruz ended.

Photos Courtesy of Joses Theodore G. Rosales, Jaenelle M. Ilagan and Liwliwa B. Taclibon

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Tired of waiting in line at the mainstream pastry shop and eating the same old pastries? Try Little Jose Olivier’s Kitchen. An artisanal bake shop stuffed with delectable and comforting pastries that can bring your longing for pastry to the next level. This online pastry shop serves different kinds of pastries, from the classic red velvet to customized themed cupcakes. Not only that, Little Jose Olivier’s Kitchen serves other sweet treats like Mango Panna Cotta, cookies, and even unique hand-painted cakes.

5 FOOD HOTSPOTS

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Known for its delectable and easy-onthe-budget food meals, “Faus” is certainly a haven for budget conscious students. With only P65, you can already avail their bestselling sizzler, Pork Sisig that will have you asking for extra rice. You can also choose from their House Specialties like grilled or breaded pork chop, teriyaki chicken or beef, sweet sour pork, beef tapa, and bangus. They also offer sandwich snacks and other sizzler meals like sizzling pork chop, tenderloin, liempo and burger steak with egg. What’s more is that they have free Wi-Fi for a minimum order of P55 from 2:00pm onwards.

Red Velvet Cupcake Moist and with just the right amount of sweetness, their red velvet cupcakes are a must-try. This

Banana Chocolate Cupcake If you love those fruit dipped in chocolate kind of dessert, you should try Olivier’s banana chocolate. It is a concoction of fruity and chocolatey flavors that will burst in your mouth. Yema Cupcakes Let your friends and family have a little throwback of your Filipino childhood favorite. Let them indulge in this milky and cheesy cupcake. Hand-painted Cakes A very unique turn with the usual cakes, Little Jose Olivier’s Kitchen does customized cakes

INTRAMUROS

So, whether you’re a Lycean Pirate on a tight budget or on a splurging spree, diners around the vicinity of the Walled City can cater what your taste buds are craving for. Here are 5 of the best low-cost but delicious food hotspots in Intramuros.

Faustina’s Home Cooking

Mango Panna Cotta Bringing this refreshing Italian dessert to a tropical country that loves mangoes, the Mango Panna Cotta is a hit. A not-so-sweet cream, fresh mangoes and with Joy’s addicting Dulce de Leche twist added to the dessert, kids and kids at heart will surely ask for more.

sweet delight is legitimately addicting and is surely not for sharing!

By Myrtle Joyce I. Bautista

“Treasure Island” isn’t the only place Pirates look for, they are also in quest of finding a place to fill up their hungry tummies after a long day. Lucky for them, Intramuros is a gold mine for delectable and satisfying meals for every hungry Pirate.

best-selling treats.

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Little Jose Olivier’s Kitchen

that are hand-painted. These cakes are perfect for themed birthdays and events. As much as every experienced cupcake connoisseur is concerned, their treat gives comfort and love. Also, if affordability and quality are what you are looking for, Little Jose Olivier’s kitchen is your go-to place to fulfill your sweet sugar cravings! You can view the store’s online bakeshop through Facebook and Instagram: littlejoseolivierskitchen.

nutrition fast food house T&D House Magallanes Street, Intramuros, Manila Operating Hours: 8:00AM – 9:00PM Price Range: P30 – P78

The name says it all! For those who are health conscious, this food stall is the right place for you. It offers a wide variety of viands from silog to sizzling meals, sandwiches to sulit bilao, and 48 other home-cooked Filipino viands. Their signature dish is fish paksiw (P48), which is normally milkfish cooked in vinegar, garlic, onion, ginger, bitter gourd, and chili.

3 bangketa plates Magallanes Street, Intramuros, Manila Operating Hours: 5:00AM – 2:00AM Price Range: P45 – P85

Bangketa Plates is a typical Filipino food diner serving authentic Filipino dishes. If you’re looking for a quick, cheap, and scrumptious meal, this is the perfect place for you. Under P65 you can enjoy their bestselling original recipe chili beef. This food stall offers 39’ers, silog, and sizzling meals that you’ll always find yourself getting excited over the sound of sizzling sisig on charcoal plates. Moreover, they also offer beverages of different kinds.

Suqui’s Diner

toro bravo

Magallanes Street, Intramuros, Manila Operating Hours: 9:00AM – 9:00PM Price Range: P55 – P90

Magallanes Street, Intramuros, Manila Operating Hours: 3:00PM – 10:00PM Price Range: P50 – P100 The newest burger sensation in Intramuros. As soon as it opens its door at 3pm, students from different universities start to flood in to experience that mouthwatering quarter-pounder burgers. Even with its cheap price, Toro Bravo will surely exceed yourexpectations. Their bestselling quarter-pounder patty is topped with lettuce, caramelized onions and melted cheese dressed with tomato ketchup and mustard. Its burger patty is charcoal-grilled, giving that famous distinctive taste of the meat.

Last but definitely not the least, Suqui’s Diner. It is well-known for its ambiance and affordable meals. For only P85, you can choose the main dish for your bento meal. Whether it’s pork, chicken, fish fillet or kalamares bento, there’s no surprise if you leave the place with a happy and heavy tummy.

These food stalls may be cheap in price but they’ll surely meet and exceed what your taste buds are looking for. Money should not limit you from experiencing an epic food adventure, so go out there and experience what the Walled City has in store for you. Photos Courtesy of Marie Jojina S. Serrano

Kitchen Delights:

A Sweet Background Little Jose Olivier’s Kitchen started three years ago, when a neighbor encouraged owner Joy Acosta to put up her own bake shop after having tasted the banana chocolate cake and red velvet cupcake she baked. The pastry shop was originally conceived to cater to children’s parties but later on, Little Jose Olivier’s Kitchen expanded and accepted a more mature clientele. Being the ownerproprietor and a loving mother, Joy, named her shop after her only child, four-year old, Olivier. She says that Olivier is her partner in the kitchen and baking remains one of their bonding moments. Joy took various cooking lessons from different schools like Sylvia Reynoso Gala Culinary School. But what really gave her the inspiration to bake is of course, her son Olivier and English journalist, television personality, gourmet and food writer, Nigella Lawson. A Bite of Olivier’s Sweet Temptations To further intrigue you with what Little Jose Olivier’s Kitchen offers, here’s a rundown of their

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Wika sa Kaunlaran: Filipino ba ang Paraan? Ni John Poliquit

“MAHALAGA ang paggamit ng wika natin para maintindihan ng mga tao ang modernidad,” ani G. Virgilio Almario, tagapangulo ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF). Sa panahon ngayon, hindi na nabibigyan ng pansin ang wikang Filipino bilang daan upang lalong maging moderno ang ating bansa. Ang nasa isip ng karamihan, ang mga wikang banyaga, lalo na ang wikang Ingles, ang tulay upang makamit ng mga Pilipino ang paglago ng ekonomiya. Ngunit kung titingnan natin ang mga karatigbansa sa Asya katulad ng Japan at Korea, mas minamahal at ginagamit nila ang sarili nilang wika kaysa ang wika ng iba. Masa-

sabi na karamihan sa ating mga Pilipino ay marunong mag-Ingles, ngunit hanggang ngayon itinuturing pa rin ang Pilipinas na thirdworld country. Kung ang ating wika ay ginagamit sa maraming aspeto ng trabaho at pamumuhay, ito ay makabubuti sa mas maraming kababayan dahilan para sila ay umunlad. Gaya na lamang ng binigay na halimbawa ni G. Almario, kailangan ng magsasaka ng mga bagong impormasyon tungkol sa teknolohiya para mapaunlad niya ang kanyang pagsasaka, ngunit hindi niya magamit ang mga impormasyon dahil nakasulat ito sa wikang Ingles. Sa halimbawa na ito, mapapansin natin na kapag ginamit ang wikang Filipino nang malawakan

sa industriyalisasyon at modernisasyon, lalo nating mararamdaman ang benepisyo hindi lamang sa mga negosyo, kundi pati na rin sa mga nagtatrabahong Pilipino. “Napakahalaga na yung information giving na ginagawa sa lahat ng sektor ng lipunan ay ginagawa sa wikang mas naiintindihan ng taumbayan, para sila ang matulungan umunlad kaya magiging wika ng kaunlaran,” ayon kay Almario.

KAHALAGAHAN NG FILIPINO SA EDUKASYON Katulad ng kahit anong wika, kailangan ituro sa mga kabataan ang wastong paraan ng paggamit ng Filipino upang mas magamit ito tungo sa kaunlaran. Mula kinder hanggang sa paaralang tersyaryo, hindi dapat

ipagwalang-bahala ang kahalagahan ng sariling wika. Iginiit ni Almario na kailangan ng pagbabago sa kung paano itinuturo ang wikang Filipino sa bansa. Binanggit niya ang mga bagong paraan upang lalong maging mabisa ang pagtuturo ng wikang Filipino sa mga kabataan. Inihahanda ngayon ng KWF ang ilang programa katulad ng pagsasalingwika ng mga libro ng iba’t ibang disiplina at intellectualization program of Filipino kung saan gagawing kasiya-siya ang pagtuturo ng Filipino sa mga bata. Maliban sa konkreto at makabagong edukasyon sa wika, binigyang pansin din ni Almario na kailangan maging ugali ng mga dalubhasa ang paggamit ng Filipino upang maintindihan sila ng mas nakararami. Dagdag pa niya, hindi na dapat limitado ang paggamit ng Filipino sa pagtuturo lamang ng leng-

gwahe. Aniya, dapat gamitin na rin ito sa paraan ng pagtuturo.

Bakit Filipino at Hindi Ingles? Ang wikang Filipino ang ating pangunahing wika, ngunit pagdating sa pormal at teknikal na aspeto, ginagamit natin ang wikang Ingles. Marami ang nagsasabi na kapag nagsasalita o nagsusulat sa wikang Ingles ang isang tao, mas mataas ang kalidad ng kanyang edukasyon at maaaring mas maganda ang uri ng kanyang pamumuhay. Ngunit ayon kay Almario, ang Ingles ay hindi dapat unahin kaysa Filipino dahil mas pinalalawak ng wikang Filipino ang pagkakaintindihan ng ating mga kababayan, lalonglalo na ang mga mahihirap na gustong makamit ang magandang kinabukasan.

Ang pagmamahal sa wikang Filipino ay hindi nangangahulugan ng pagtalikod natin sa iba pang wika partikular na ang wikang Ingles. Tunay na ang pagiging matatas sa wikang Ingles ay kailangan upang tayo’y maging matagumpay lalo pa’t sa mga nagnanais na mangibang bansa. Subalit, hindi ito nangangahulugan na tanging wikang Ingles lamang ang susi sa kaunlaran. Ang paggamit ng wikang sariling atin ay lubos na makatutulong upang tayo ay umunlad hindi lamang para sa pansarili kundi pati na sa usaping pambayan. Mas maipakikita ng paggamit ng wika ang kakayahan nito na dumaloy papunta sa modernong kinabukasan at maging daan tungo sa pag-unlad. Sa huli, ang wikang Filipino pa rin ang bibida hindi lamang sa kultura, kundi pati na rin sa maunlad na kinabukasan ng bansa.

Pagmamahal sa Wika Tungo sa Maunlad na Bansa Ni Joanna Belle z. Deala NAUUNAWAAN at nabibigkas mo ba ang mga katagang “Maayong buntag!” sa Cebuano, o kaya ang “Maray na adlaw!” sa Bicolano, na ang ibig sabihin ay “Magandang Umaga!” sa wikang Filipino? Naaalala mo pa ba ang mga kantahing bayan na madalang nang marinig tulad ng Sa Gabing Mapanglaw at Sa Ugoy ng Duyan? Naitabi mo pa ba ang baro’t saya pati na ang barong Tagalog na pinamana ng iyong lolo at lola?

Ang mga bagay na ito ang naging tampok sa pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wika ngayong Agosto. Sa pangunguna ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino o KWF, ipinagdiwang ang Buwan ng Wika na may temang “Filipino: Wika ng Pambansang Kaunlaran”. Sinimulan ang pagdiriwang sa pagtataas ng watawat noong ika-3 ng Agosto sa lungsod ng Taguig. Sa unang linggo, idinaos ng KWF ang Pambansang

Kongreso sa Pagpaplanong Wika na ginanap sa Pangasinan. Doon ay nagkaroon ng mga talakayan ang iba’t ibang ahensya at lokal na pamahalaan patungkol sa pag-unlad at kasalukuyang sitwasyon ng wikang pambansa. Pati na rin ang makabuo ng konkretong solusyon at plano para sa pag-unlad ng wikang Filipino. Pinarangalan naman ang mga indibidwal na nagwagi ng Gawad sa Sanaysay, Dangal ng Wika, Kampeon ng Wika, at Ulirang Guro sa Filipino sa KWF Araw ng Gawad na ginanap noong ika-19 ng Agosto sa lungsod ng Quezon. Bukod sa mga ginawang aktibidad ng KWF, tampok din ang sari-saring patimpalak sa ilang kolehiyo at pamantasan mula sa iba’t ibang panig ng Pilipinas, kabilang na ang Lyceum of the Philippines University, Manila. Opisyal na binuksan ng organisyong Pandayan sa Wika at Panitik

(PSWAP) ang pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wika sa JPL Hall of Freedom noong ika5 ng Agosto, sa pangunguna ng Pangulo ng Pandayan sa Wika at Panitik na si Axl Purugganan at ang Pangalawang Pangulo na si Ron Anog. Nagbahagi naman ang tagapangulo ng Kagawaran ng Filipino na si Gng. Norma Mendoza ukol sa kahalagahan ng wikang Filipino. Ayon kay Gng. Mendoza, malaya ang isang bansa habang may sarili itong wika. Aniya, nasa kamay ng mga kabataan ang buhay at kamatayan ng wika. Pinayuhan niya ang mga kabataan na buhayin ang wika sa pamamagitan ng pag-alam, paggamit, at pagpasa nito sa mga susunod pang henerasyon. Sinundan ito ng pagtatanghal ng katutubong sayaw ng LPU Tourism Student Cultural Dance Group. Kasabay ng pagbubukas ng Buwan ng Wika ay ang iba’t ibang patimpalak na handog ng Kaga-

waran ng Filipino sa pakikipagtulungan ng Pandayan at Kabataang Pangarap ni Rizal o KAPARIZ. Pinangunahan ng KAPARIZ ang Talumpatian at Positivity Shirt, habang ang Pandayan naman ay nanguna sa Patinikan sa Panitikan, Personality Development Seminar, at Ginoo at Binibining Wika 2015 na ginanap noong ika-29 ng Agosto kung saan nagwagi sina Ginoong Wika Ralph Santillan at Binibining Wika Mecelle Silva. Ang iba pang mga patimpalak ay nasa ilalim ng kagawaran ng Filipino tulad ng Tilamsik Diwa, Kapangyarihan ng Pluma, Poster Canvas, Dayorama na nagpakita ng pag-unlad ng Indakan at Musikang Pilipino maging ng pag-unlad ng kasuotang Pilipino. Mayroong ding mga bagong patimpalak na inihanda ang Kagawaran ng Filipino para sa mga magaaral, tulad ng Buhay na Galeriya at Kalatog Pinggan. Sa pamamagitan ng tableau sa Buhay na Galeri-

ya, ipinakita ang masining na pagkukwento ng iba’t ibang bahagi ng epiko ng Pilipinas kagaya ng Bilasari, Biag ni Lam-Ang, at Tulalang. Ang Kalatog Pinggan naman ay nilahukan ng mga mag-aaral ng College of International Tourism and Hospitality Mangement (CITHM). Itinampok dito ang mga pagkaing Pilipino katulad ng kare-kareng isda, tokwa sa palos, menudo, at marami pang iba. Ipinakita rito ang pagluluto gamit ang tradisyunal na pamamaraan at mga makalumang kasangkapan. Ang mga makabuluhang gawain na ginanap ngayong buwan ng Agosto ay may layuning linangin ang malikhain at kritikal na pag-iisip ng bawat magaaral. Hindi lamang sa sining at kagandahan, naipakita rin sa pagdiriwang na ito ang kahalagahan ng wika. Iminulat nito ang ating natutulog na damdaming Pilipino, pagiging makabayan, at pagmamahal sa sariling wika.

Bagamat hindi maikakaila na sa makabagong panahon natin ngayon ay nariyan ang impluwensya ng iba’t ibang wika kagaya ng Ingles, hindi pa rin mawawala ang pagmamahal natin sa ating wika. Kaagapay ng pag-unlad ng bansa ang pagmamahal sa wika sapagkat ang wikang Filipino ay kumakatawan sa atin na siyang nagbubuklod-buklod sa mga Pilipino. Sa paggamit nito ay lubusan nating naipahahayag ang ating mga kaisipan, naipababatid nating maigi ang nais nating ipahayag, at nauunawaan natin ang bawat isa. Ang pagmamahal sa wika ay hindi lamang dapat isinasabuhay tuwing buwan ng wika, bagkus maging sa ating pang arawaraw na pamumuhay. Walang ibang magmamahal nito kundi tayo ring mga Pilipino. Ang bansang may sariling wika ay maituturing na bansang maunlad sapagkat mayroon tayong sariling wika na maipagmamalaki sa ibang lahi.

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Makabagong Sining sa Anyo ng

Spoken Word Poetry Ni Jillian Shayne L. Dancel

ISA ang pagsulat ng tula sa itinuturing na pinakamatagal na uri ng panitikan. Simula pa noong panahon ng mga Espanyol, ginamit na ni Dr. Jose P. Rizal ang pagsulat ng tula upang maihayag ang hinaing ng mga Pilipino maging ng inaabusong bayan. Pinatunayan ni Andres Bonifacio na ang mga Katipunero ay hindi lamang manananggol sa paraan ng dahas kundi sa pagsulat din. Siguro ay minsan niyo nang nabasa sa iba’t ibang aklat ang mga pangalang Jose Corazon de Jesus at Nick Joaquin na mga naging tanyag sa pagsulat ng tula sa kapwa Ingles at Filipino. Sa kasalukuyan, marami sa atin ang mahilig din sumulat ng tula partikular na ang mga kabataan. Paraan nila ito upang iparinig ang hinaing, maihayag ang saloobin, o kaya naman ay makalaya sa kung anumang emosyonal na lubid na gumagapos sa kanila. Ika nga ng manunulat na si Bebang Siy, “Ang mga nagsusulat ng tula ay yung parang nag papakamatay lagi.” Tunay ngang likas sa atin ang magsulat ng tula, ngunit lingid sa kaalaman ng marami, iba ang “nagsusulat ng tula” sa “manunula o tumutula”. Kamakailan lamang ay umugong ang pangalang Juan Miguel Severo nang kumalat sa social media ang isang video kung saan makikitang tumutula siya. Ang kanyang tula na pinamagatang “Ang Huling Tulang Isusulat Ko Para Sa’yo” ay nagbigay inspira-

syon sa nakararami. Ang naturang video ang naging simula ng paglitaw ng iba pang mga manunula ng ganoong paraan at unti-unting nakilala ang grupong Words Anonymous. Ngunit tila isang katanungan pa rin ang naglalaro sa isipan ng bawat isa – ano nga ba ang Words Anonymous?

Ang ‘Words Anonymous’ Nabuo noong Abril 2014, ang Words Anonymous ay isang grupo ng mga Pilipinong manunula na nais maibahagi sa buong bansa ang kanilang hilig para sa spoken word poetry. Kinabibilangan ito nina Angel Cruz, Zuela “Zuee” Herrera, Roch Lazarte, Jihads Mambuay, Michelle “M” Manese, Louise Meets, Sharee Narciso, Abby Orbeta, Juan Miguel Severo, at Trevor William Viloria. Sila ay mga ordinaryong Pilipino na naglalayong makabuo ng kakaibang ugnayan sa pamamagitan ng kanilang salita at kwento. Ayon sa miyembrong si Abby Orbeta, nagsimula ito nang magkakilala ang mga miyembro dahil sa pagpunta sa mga Poetry Slam at Poetry and Open Mic Nights sa Sev’s Café sa Malate, Manila. Hindi nagtagal ay naisipan nilang buuin ang naturang grupo dahil sa iisang hangarin. “Karamihan sa amin ay naghahanap ng mga taong kapareho ng interes at ng lugar kung saan maaari kaming magbahagi ng aming mga piyesa nang may kalayaan at walang pang-

huhusga,” aniya.

Ang Spoken Word Poetry Iisa ang inaasam ng bawat miyembro ng Words Anonymous – ang palaganapin ang pagpapakilala sa spoken word poetry bilang isang sining. Ang Spoken Word Poetry ay isa rin sa maituturing na makabagong paraan ng pagpapahayag. Kung Fliptop Battle ang makabagong balagtasan, ito naman ay ang makabagong pagtutula o pagtatalumpati. Makahahanap din ang mga manunulat ng inspirasyon sa maraming bagay, sa karanasan man nila o ng iba, pati na rin ang maliliit na bagay na maaaring malaki at malalim ang kahulugan. Sinasabi na ang mga manunulat ng tula ay mga taong nagtatago sa likod ng papel at panulat, at walang lakas ng loob na magpakilala. Subalit lahat ng ito ay taliwas sa spoken word poetry. “Declared bilang safe space ang entablado sa panahon ng mga pagtatanghal kaya nagiging madali para sa amin na magpahayag ng mga saloobin. Dito, ang entablado ay lugar kung saan maaari mong ipakita ang kasuluk-sulukan ng iyong sarili na walang takot na mahusgahan ng mga nanonood sa iyo,” ayon kay Orbeta.

Inspirasyon sa mga Kabataan Malaki ang naging impluwensiya ng mga pag-

Ang Mga Pambansang

tatanghal ng Words Anonymous sa mga kabataan lalo na’t natatalakay ng mga ito ang mga pangyayari o karanasan sa kanilang buhay. “Sa aking palagay, nakakatulong sa paraan ng pagbibigay ng boses sa mga saloobing hindi madaling mailabas, sa pagpapakita o pagpaparamdam na hindi ka nag-iisa sa iyong mga karanasan kundi may karamay ka,” ani Orbeta. Hindi ba’t masarap sa pakiramdam na mayroong taong nakakaintindi sa kung anong pinagdaraanan mo? At marahil sa pangyayaring ito’y magkakaroon ka ng lakas ng loob upang patuloy na tahakin ang buhay. “Maraming salamat sa patuloy na pagsuporta sa grupo. Nawa’y nakatulong ang aming mga kwento sa pagdiskubre ng inyong mga sariling kwento. Kung ninanais ninyong sumulat at magtanghal, wag mag-atubili. Sulat lang nang sulat, at magtanghal sa panahong handa ka na. Handa kaming makinig sa mga kwentong itatanghal ninyo,” pagwawakas ni Orbeta. Tunay ngang nagbabago ang panahon. Ang mga nakasanayan natin ay unti-unti nang napapalitan ng mas makabago at mas nakaaaliw na paraan. Sa mga panahong pakiramdam mo’y mag-isa mong kinakaharap ang problema, laging tandaan na nariyan ang papel at panulat, pati na rin ang mga tainga ng mga taong handang makinig. Halina’t sumulat at maghayag sa pamamagitan ng makabagong sining – ang spoken word poetry.

Photobomber

Nina Ayshea B. Perucho at James Bernard S. Herrera

SA panahong laganap ang modernisasyon, tila sumabay na rin ang ilang Pilipino sa paglimot sa mga bagay na nagpapaalala ng ating mayamang kasaysayan at kultura, isang dahilan upang unti-unting mawala ang pagpapahalaga sa mga makasaysayang lugar para sa inaasam na kaunlaran. Bilang pagkilala at pagbigay karangalan sa mga naiambag ng ating mga bayani at iba pang katauhan sa ating kasaysayan, itinayo ang iba’t ibang bantayog na nagsisilbing paalala sa ginampanan nilang mahahalagang tungkulin para sa ating bayan. Sa kabila ng pagkakaroon ng batas na naglalayong mapangalagaan at mapanatili ang mga makasaysayang istruktura sa ating bansa, partikular na ang Batas Republika 4846, marami pa rin sa atin ang tila’y na-

kalilimot na pahalagahan at pangalagaan ang mga ito. Ilan sa mga maiinit na usapin ngayon ay ang itinayong Torre de Manila sa di-kalayuan ng monumento ni Gat Jose Rizal sa Luneta. Tinagurian itong “Pambansang Photobomber” dahil kapansin-pansin ang mataas na gusali na laging nakatanaw sa likuran ni Rizal. Maliban sa bantayog ni Rizal, mayroon ding mga “photobomber” sa iba pang mga monumento katulad na lamang ng bantayog ni Gat Andres Bonifacio sa Lungsod ng Kalookan na pinalilibutan ng isang pamilihan at sari-saring mga hotel, habang isang mataas na condominium naman ang maaaninag sa bantayog ni Manuel L. Quezon sa Quezon City Memorial Circle. Ayon sa Batas Republika 4846 o “Pangangalaga at Pagpapanatili ng mga

Ari-ariang Pangkultura”, ang mga mahahalagang lugar, gusali, monumento at iba pang reliko na makabuluhan sa ating bayan ay kinakailangang maproteksyunan. Subalit, kasabay ng pag-unlad ng ating bansa ay ang unti-unti namang pagkawala ng pagmamalasakit ng ilan sa atin sa mga naturang istruktura. Marahil ay dahil na rin sa modernisasyon ng pamumuhay dito sa ating bayan kaya’t hindi maiwasan na magkaroon ng iba’t ibang istruktura sa palibot ng mga tinaguriang makasaysayang pook. Ngunit, ating tandaan na maaari rin namang mapaunlad ang bayan kasabay ng pangangalaga at pagpapahalaga sa mga nasabing lugar. Kung tutuusin, ang pagpapahalaga sa mga bantayog at pag-alala sa mga taong inililok sa mga rebulto ang pinakapayak nating

magagawa upang pahalagahan ang kanilang mga ambag para sa bayan. Huwag natin kalimutan na magbaliktanaw tuwing mapapadaan tayo sa mga lugar na ito at sariwain ang mga panahon na sila’y nakipaglaban para sa bansang pinamumuhayan natin ngayon. Ang mga umusbong at umuusbong na photobomber ay patunay lamang ng patuloy na pagunlad ng ating bansa. Subalit, sa kabilang banda, tila’y pinapakita nito ang hindi natin pagtanaw sa makabuluhang nakaraan ng ating bayan. Huwag sana nating makalilimutan na ang mga bantayog tulad ng kina Gat Jose Rizal, Andres Bonifacio, at Manuel Quezon ay sumasalamin sa kasaysayang siyang dahilan ng ating kasalukuyan at siyang marahil na guguhit sa ating hinaharap.

Masasabing isang tanyag na pook ang Intramuros. Madalas itong dinarayo ng mga turista dahil sa taglay nitong kasaysayan. Sa kabilang banda, ito rin ay kilala dahil sa katangi-tanging mga pangalan ng mga kalyeng taglay nito. Bawat kalye ay may kanya-kanyang kwento. Saan nga ba nanggaling ang mga pangalan ng mga kalye ng Intramuros? Bakit ito ang kanilang mga pangalan sa kasalukuyan? Para sagutin ang mga katanungang iyan, narito ang mga pinagmulan ng mga kalye sa Intramuros, Maynila.

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INNOVATION IN

TRANSPORTATION By Shantal Roz G. Lopez and Jillian Shayne L. Dancel

HEAVY traffic has always been a problem in the Philippines. In fact, many of us would use it as an excuse for being late either in school or in work. Over the years, traffic in the Philippines does not seem to be improving. It was actually declared to have the 5th worst case of traffic congestion in the world. Thankfully, modernization has its advantage leading to the emergence of innovation in transportation modes. The Intramuros Administration (IA) and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) both have something to offer to possibly improve the way people are moved from point A to point B.

IA’s E-Trike. Photo courtesy of Jaenelle M. Ilagan

IA’s E-tricycles

Starting August this year, E-tricycles (Etrikes) have been moving people around Intramuros with ease, more convenience, and less pollution. Within its two-month testing phase, tourists, residents, and students have been saving money on transportation within the ‘walled city’ due to its freetrial duration. The Intramuros Administration (IA) has the mandate to control the nature of traffic (P.D. 1616) within its location. In line with this, they implemented the E-trikes in the hopes of reducing the ‘throughtraffic’ (referred to as the vehicles going in and out of Intramuros) that cause the ground to vibrate. According to the

Infographic by Martin Jan S. Buenaobra

recent study of Intramuros’ stability, the soil is soft so the traffic should be lessened to prevent any structural destruction or accidents since the ‘walled city’ itself is historically old. Intramuros Administration consultant Elroy Rendon said the Etrikes function as a train within Intramuros. He also mentioned that commuters shouldn’t be crammed

into one system, which is in this case, transportation by pedicabs. Their solution to this is market segregation, in which they introduced the option of riding an E-trike. E-trikes aren’t meant to compete and gentrify the culture of riding pedicabs. In fact, the IA trained selected and qualified pedicab drivers to drive the E-trikes, and are given salary though the

rides don’t cost anything yet. Mr. Rendon cleared that the aim of implementing these E-trikes is to arrange and manage how people move in a “reliable and efficient manner”. The E-trikes operate from 7 am to 7 pm, in accordance with the peak hours of the arrival and exit of people. Only after the ongoing testing phase will they decide to start charging and how much the rides will cost. While E-trikes let you ride for free, be sure to try an E-trike while it’s free of charge.

known as Hybrid Train, is described as “the newest developed technology on public transportation”. Developed by DOST’s local scientists and engineers, the Hybrid Train is a 40-meter interlinked bus system that is capable of accommodating up to 240 passengers – 60 persons for each coach – and is suitable for three-lane roads. The vehicle has lower emissions, with all materials and technologies readily available locally. Moreover, each

DOST’s Hybrid Train In line with the 2015 National Science and Technology Week Celebration (NSTW) last July 24 to 28, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) launched the working model of the Philippines’ very own Hybrid Train. The Hybrid Electric Road Train, simply

DOST’s Hybrid Train. Photo courtesy of Google Images

A Look into LPU’s Waste Management System EVERY DAY, Lyceans contribute to the large amount of waste that can add to the environmental problems such as flooding and pollution. But, an effective waste management system can help ease these problems. Physical Plants and Facilities Management (PPFM) Director Dr. Samuel Chua said “the 14,000 students of LPU Manila clamped in a small area can contribute a lot of wastes in our environment”. Chua revealed that an estimate of 1,000 waste bags are being collected weekly in our university in which 70 to 80 bags are plastic materials. To effectively manage these wastes, the PPFM came up with projects for proper waste management. One of which is the placing of the red, green, and blue garbage bins around the university. The red bins are for paper wastes which are placed inside the classrooms and offices, while the green bins are where the recyclable wastes should be thrown. The blue bins

are where food wastes and non-recyclables should be dumped. The recyclable materials in the red and green bins are sold to recycling shops such as junk shops. A study conducted by PPFM two years ago revealed that junk shops segregate the high quality wastes from the low quality ones. Dr. Chua believes that the disregarded materials can add up to the waste in our environment. Hence, he advised not only the students, but also the offices in the university, not to crumple papers and keep it stocked as much as possible to maintain its value. Meanwhile, hazardous wastes such as the chemicals used in the laboratory, wastes from the university clinic and broken glasses are collected by a third party contractor accredited by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). The university also has a grease trap in the kitchen laboratories to avoid causing sticky floors. Hazardous wastes,

if not properly disposed, can leak and contaminate the soil which can lead to issues with both environment and human health. Proper waste management is the simplest, yet the most important way to preserve the environment. This is why students who are taking NSTP classes are encouraged to join the material waste recovery program in segregating the recyclable materials from non-recyclables. This little step will not only teach the students the value of segregation, but will also teach them self-discipline they can bring after they graduate, according to Dr. Chua. “Imagine if 1,000 of our graduates will be disciplined with their waste and they will automatically do it also in their homes and in their workplace, we [LPU] will have a really big contribution to the environment,” he said. Dr. Chua also reminded students to practice 5S: Sort, Sweep, Systematize, Standardize, and practice Self-discipline, to

uses hybrid propulsion consisting of a diesel engine or electric batteries which are located at the fifth coach and can run at a top speed of 50 kilometers per hour. The vehicles took about three years and P45 million to develop. The Hybrid Train first rolled out in Clark, Pampanga then gave a public demo ride around the Mall of Asia during the course of the celebration. According to DOST, the Hybrid Train was created to help ease the worsening traffic in Metro Manila and the consecutive disruption of the rail transit systems. “The Hybrid Road Train is DOST’s answer to the mass-transportation woes that hound Metro Manila today,” said DOST science research specialist Joy Lazcano. Also, as to when it will start hitting the streets and servicing commuters, DOST said it will depend on interest from business or transportation groups.

be more helpful in making not only the university, but also the whole environment clean. For the school organizations, Chua advised that they should be responsible as to where their costumes and props go after every event. Such materials will contribute to the wastes in the university, Chua explained. As student leaders, Chua said they should be role models in being disciplined with their wastes. LPU Environmental Society (LES) is the organization in LPU which aims to promote consciousness in protecting the environment. According to their operational plan, the projects of LES this semester are the Ecological Assessment Project and building of herbarium in General Nakar, Coastal Clean-up, Nature and Wildlife Photography Contest and Exhibit, and the Environista 2015. The Ecological Assessment project and building of herbarium in General

By Ellah D. Pama

Nakar was an outreach program of the LES wherein officers and volunteers taught the Dumagats how to plant medicinal plants. LES President Juan Miguel Francisco believes that teaching the Dumagats on how to maintain the plants will create a lasting impact to the environment. “It’s high time for the youth not to think of the benefits but what they can contribute”, said Francisco. The coastal cleanup and Environista are both the organization’s annual events. Environista is a fashion show which promotes the use of recyclable materials and a showcase of the designers’ creativity with materials that we commonly see as wastes. Last September 11, candidates of the Environista turned the recyclable materials such as newspapers, boxes, broom sticks, shells, and more into beautiful costumes which they gallantly flaunted. Ms. Micaella Victoriano, who was wearing a dress made of ipil-ipil material with accents of

ipil-ipil seeds, stood out among all and was hailed the Ms. Environista 2015. Other candidates may keep their creative costumes to promote the use of recyclable materials and to instill in the minds of the people that wastes can be turned into something useful and beautiful. On the contrary, Francisco said that costumes may be donated to the organization if the designers decided not to keep them to assure that it will be disposed properly. For the next semester, Francisco said that the LES will hold the Green Propaganda. Notices will be put around the university to create awareness on the real state of our environment and how we can conserve the natural resources. Whether students will start segregating on their own or start participating in organizations related to environment, it is a small effort that, as time passes by, will be of big contribution to the environment for the future generations.

LITERARY By Sheena Jane Ornido, 1st year, BSCA

By Grenztel Cleo Aguilar, 4th year, BSITTM

Didilim muna at hahangin tapos bubuhos ang ulan at pagsikat ng araw ganda ng iyong kulay sa langit ay lulan.

Roses are red, Violets are blue. You asked me today, If I’m in love with you

Malinaw pa sa aking alaala kung paano ako gisingin ni ina kapag sa langit ay gumuhit na ang iyong kulay at ganda.

I know it’s been a month Since you left me without a queue I know it is hard To let go of you

Sadyang di ko malilimutan ang mga oras na nagdaan na ako ay tumingala at ika’y pinagmasdan.

My broken heart’s still red The sky’s still blue There’s one thing I learned Forever is not true

Palagi kong iniisip kung ano’ng hangganan ng kulay mong naka-kurba sa kalangitan. ito ba’y ginto, pilak o kung ano man.

Kissing my red cheeks Your eyes shining blue I said I would love To spend forever with you

Ngunit iisa lamang ang tiyak tunay ngang nagtagumpay ang Ama sa iyong pagkalikha Nagbibigay sa’kin ng ligaya at tuwa.

I woke up next morning But you’re not by my side I said I love you To the man who left me behind

Kaya naman kahit malayo si ina kapag kulay ng bahaghari ay nakikita para bang katabi lamang siya at minamasdan ang kaniyang kulay at ganda.

Roses are red Violets are blue What happened to us My worst nightmare came true

By Michelle Quezon, 3rd Year, BSITTM

We are all painters Unaware of the art we are creating Holding a color palette The world beneath us is the blank canvass Mix the colors Fill the white, pure spaces Sometimes with lightness Sometimes with darkness Through love, through hope Through fear, through grief Take care of your emotions So not to distort the art Too much red may be bloody Too much pink may be too sweet Imbalance colors is chaotic So take a soft tipped brush Carefully drip rainbow streams Let your brush flutter and sink Paint it silver, paint it gold, Paint a masterpiece.

Puti at Itim By Trixiana D. Gile

Huminga nang malalim si Rochelle, sininghot niya ang lahat ng hangin na kaya niyang singhutin mawala lamang ang kaba na nagdulot sa kaniya upang magpawis ng sobra-sobra. Puti paaralan. mapupupti bintanang ing relo,

at itim. Iyon lamang ang pagkakahambing niya sa Pawang pare-pareho lamang ang mga nakikita niya. Mga ang balat at mga sobrang itim, mga puti na pader at itim, mga gurong may puting buhok, itim na bag, putitim na sapatos, puting kuko, at itim na damit.

Dalawang kulay lamang ang kaniyang napapansin, dahil ‘yon rin lamang ang laman ng kaniyang isip at damdamin. Itim para sa pighati ng isang mag-aaral na walang kaibigan ni walang pumpansin, at puti para sa pag-asang isang sem na lang siya’y ga-graduate rin.

The sky was a mix of red and gray when I first saw him. With the light of the fading sun cascading through his auburn hair. I didn’t see the full features of his face from across the street but somehow I know deep within me that I didn’t have to see it just to make sure of his beauty.

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By Eden F. Erispe

Ever so slightly, as if he could feel the heat of my stare, he glanced at me… and in that moment as I met his eyes, his big brown eyes, in the middle of that busy, noisy and crowded street, I fell in love with him.

Poster by Zyren M. Duazo

Canvass

Roses are Red

Kurba sa Langit

Poster by Camille Ann G. Santiago

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...PERO NARARAMDAMAN KO NA WALANG MALI SA MGA SINAGOT KO DOON, HEHE.

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Pusong Sentimental

sa megang ka-istriktuhan ditey ng ating mga poging gwardya sibil! Bongga nga naman kasi ang ating mga guardian angel ngayon, kahit nasa hallway ka sisitahin ka talaga kapag may napansin silang mali sa iyong suot o di kaya sa iyong ginagawa! Super effort sila sa paglilibot para masiguradong lahat ay o’rayt sa ating eskwelahan. Pero may ilan yatang mga estudyante ang mga wit betty ang ganitey na pamamalakad kaya naman super dami ng hanashii nila sa tuwing nasisita sila nitong ating mga poging gwardiya. Pansin na pansin ng magaganda kong eyes ang mga mga pagsimangot ng mga jutawiwing nasisita sa tuwing pumapasok sa Gate 1! Nakakasakal ba be? (Lovelife lang ang peg?) Harhar! Kasi naman, keri siguro ang pagdidisiplina

ng ating mga guwardiya pero siguro maging super friendly rin tayo sa pagsita sa ating mga estudyante, super okay lang naman mga Koya at Ate ang way ng pagdidisiplina siguro natataon lang minsan na medyo umiinit ang ulo ng iba dahil wit nga nila bet na masita! Harhar! Best way dito para bongga ang buhay ng lahat, be friendly to each other! Kapag naninita, approach them with super kalmadong mood mga Koya, at kapag ikaw naman ang nasita, mga kapwa ko mahal na estudyante, mag-explain with full respect and courtesy, defend yourself ng maayos, pero kapag hindi talaga nagpapigil si poging gwardiya at binigyan ka na ng Violation Slip, learn to accept na lang be kasi para rin ito sa ikabubuti mo at ng Lyceum nating mahal. Dagdag pang

solusyon para sa nakakabawas-kilay na hanash na ituu? Maglagay sana tayo ng posters ng updated at specific tsaka syempre madaling intindihin na paalala para sa dress code para naman may pagbabasehan ng violations at hindi mawindang ang mga jutawiwi bakit bigla silang magkakahanash. At para naman sa ating mga estudyante, matuto rin kasing sumunod sa mga rules and regulations para naman wit ka magkaroon ng problema sa pagpasok sa ting school! Wag nang suotin ang mga damit na nakakalurkey ang pagka-revealing, after all, bebe gurl, estudyante ka pa rin ng eskwelahang ito so learn to follow the rules. Harharhar. At sa ating mga boylets naman wit nang makipagwarla sa mga poging gwardiya pag ika’y nasita, matuto tayong tumanggap

ng pagkakamali, kung sa tingin mong hindi ka dapat sitahin ay be! Gumora kayo sa opisina ng Security at dun magpaliwanag, kasi lahat naman ng hanash sa buhay maayos sa mabuting usapan! Simple lang ang mensahe ko ngayon, pabebe lang akis this time, tinatamad tumaas ang kilay ko at mang-warla hahahaha, basta mga kapwa ko estudyante laging tandaan na ang ating Security Office ay nandyan para panatilihing maayos ang ating eskwelahan, kaya mga Koya, wear your beautiful smiles always para every day is a lovely day for everyone! Matuto ring dumulog sa kanila kapag ikaw may ibang hanash na nais ma-address lalo na kung ikaw ay nanakawan o nawalan! Harharhar! O siya, hanggang dito na lang muna, mag-

bu-beauty rest muna akis at magpeprepare sa mga susunod na hanashii na aking iisplukelya sa inyong tanan! Harhar! Pero laging tandaan! Hangga’t may problema at mayroong mga atribida, nananatiling nakatutok ang aking magagandang mata para mangwarla kalakip ng solusyong bongga para sa inyong problema! Babushkiii! Till next issue! I hate you all! Chos! Love ko kayo! ☺ Nagmamahal,

SPORTS

First round dilemma AFTER getting their first win against CSB Blazers, Pirates managed to pull another victory and ended the first round with a 2-7 winloss card that landed them at the bottom of the NCAA 91 Men’s Basketball standings. When LPU faced the five-peat defending champion San Beda led by their Forward Arthur Dela Cruz and Center Ola Adeogun, the Red Lions showed dominance and defeated LPU, 97-74. The Pirates got limited contribution from their top scorer Shaq Alanes as he only finished with seven points in the game. After losing to the Season 90 Champions, the Pirates struggled against JRU as they remained scoreless in the first few minutes, not until LPU guard Jeremiah Taladua scored the first field goal for the team. Pirates missed most of their shots while JRU scored easily led by their rookie Justin Dela Virgen and main man Tey Teodoro. The Bombers triumphed with a 15-point

edge, 75-60. Battling against Intramuros rivals came next as MIT Cardinals and CSJL Knights handed LPU’s 5th and 6th losses in crucial and intense games. The Cardinals built a huge 43-point lead in the first half but a strong second-half surge from the Pirates led by Guards Joemari Lacastesantos and Alanes together with forwards Mer Ayaay and Wilson Baltazar closed the gap by seven points in the fifth minute mark of the fourth quarter. The Cardinals scored crucial baskets in the last two minutes as Josan Nimes and Allwell Oraeme sealed a 14-point victory over LPU, 109-95. A close game against the league leader was led by Victor Nguidjol as he finished with 22 points but CSJL Knights composure gave them the win with a final score of 78-83. Pirates dealt with their 7th consecutive loss as Coach Topex Robinson

faced his former team, San Sebastian Golden Stags. The Pirates started to perform well at the start of the game but Michael Calisaan’s 35 points torched the victory for SSC-R with a final score of 77-70. LPU Pirates finally ended their five-game losing streak as they swept past the EAC Generals, 69-55, making advantage of their size and showed consistency right from the start of the game. Victor Nguidjol’s double-double performance sparked the win for LPU, finishing with 12 points and 13 rebounds. It was a tough start for the Pirates in the first round having only two wins in nine games; enough for the team’s adjustment period in having a new coach. (With reports from Kristine Faye V. Anajao, Alexandra Nicole B. Zaide, Joses Theodore G. Rosales, Austin Bradley S. Magsino, Joanna Belle Z. Deala, and Jillian Shayne L. Dancel.)

Pirates’ ship continues to sink in the second round By James Patrick V. De Jesus

LPU PIRATES Men’s Basketball sailed on tough waves as the team failed to get a win over the league’s top teams. UPHSD’s defense limited the Pirates to a poor 19 per cent field-goal shooting in the first half with LPU having only 20 points while the Altas splashed 40 points. Pirates gave a good fight as they closed the gap to 15 points in the third quarter but the Altas defeated LPU in the last quarter with a big margin, 70-42. Battling next against the season’s top contender, LPU efforts weren’t enough to stop the Knights, ending the game with a double-digit loss, 57-74. It was a tight match in the first three periods as the Pirates equalized the scoring with Victor Nguidjol leading the offense and defense, cutting the deficit to three points in the

halftime, 25-28. Wilson Baltazar helped the Pirates in trimming the deficit in the third period but Kevin Racal’s free throws and inside points lifted the scoring for the Knights. But it was Mark ‘Ant Man’ Cruz’s five out of eight treys in the last six minutes of the last quarter that made CSJL gain a big win. LPU once again suffered a blow-out loss, this time in the hands of Arellano University as the Chiefs dominated every quarter of the game. Dioncee Holts and Michael Salado led AU in the first half with a scoring spree, breaking Pirates’ defense. MJ Ayaay provided LPU’s scoring in the second half that closed the gap to 10 points midway in the third quarter but Jiovanni Jalalon and Donald Gumara exploded a 10-0 run that extended AU’s lead to 21 in the third period, 75-54.

Baltazar’s 11 points in the fourth quarter weren’t enough to lift LPU while a team-effort from AU nabbed the game, 9783. Pirates earned their eleventh loss in the season from the MIT Cardinals. Center Joseph Gabayni came back from his four-game suspension but it was Shaq Alanes’ turn to sit on the sidelines. Cardinals dominated in the first three quarters as they kept a big lead over LPU led by Justine Serrano who finished with 15 points. Things started to heat up as MIT Center Allwell Oraeme was thrown out of the game and the Pirates took advantage and trimmed the lead to just three points, 62-65, in the 3:48 mark of the game. JP Nieles nailed a basket and a triple in the last two minutes that broke LPU’s chance to steal the game, sealing MIT’s win in a hard-fought match, 6670.

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On both ends of the floor

There is a common notion

that when you’re a studentathlete, it’s either you’re academically challenged or you just do not pay attention to your studies anymore. Playing is more than just about physical strength; it’s about improving intellectual ability not only for the games but also for the grades. Let us admit that as students, we have our highs and lows in the academic life. Nobody is safe from the dreadful failing marks or barely passing GPA. Athletes may be one step ahead in terms of physical strength but they must not be a step behind in their academic life. Despite their atheltic scholarships, some even made it in the dean’s list. Sports is an important avenue for athletes and may boost their self-esteem which could enhance their strive for academic excellence. This can either be a motivation to study in order to play and maintain their scholarships or their games and training are overshadowing their focus on school-

work. Grades are one of the factors in attaining eligibility to participate in intercollegiate events and LPU’s athletic scholarship still requires athletes to pass at least 60% of their current units. Intellectual thinking is also not just about an athlete’s grades, it’s also about their critical thinking in processing the games and

letic strength even if your grades are below average. What’s the point of playing to support your studies when you’re not giving time to your studies? Are you just going to exhaust your residency or playing years before you start studying? Be responsible. Prioritizing is one thing. Give time to your studies and games because in the end, your efficiency is not measured by how many victories you got but how you are able to take your capabilities to the next level. One way or another you’re going to sacrifice something. Just like in a game, you win some and you lose some. And you know that you have to do something on both ends of the floor – a varsity player’s academic and athletic life. Athletes are models of discipline. It is in the hands of the athlete to think of a strategy to gain a win-win situation. An athlete, by all means, is still a student who has the responsibility to excel in every goal one is planning to achieve.

“What’s the point of playing to support your studies when you’re not giving time to your studies?” making precise decisions in a split second. This may look simple to some but strategic planning during a game is a constant struggle between the opponent and handling the noise, pressure, and stamina. However, one must not think that the university is going to keep you just because of your ath-

Laurel Cup 2015 kicks off for charity By Rholynda Chryse E. Gonzalo

LAUREL CUP 2015 Photos courtesty of Joses Theodore G. Rosales and Shawn Michael V. Lorenzo

WHAT’S life without a goal?– Thirteen teams participated in the Laurel Cup 2015, a football charity event held at the University of Makati Oval last July 19 for the benefit of the LPU Makati Bar Operations examinees. The event was organized by the LPU College of Law Student Government with the goal to raise funds for the 2015 Bar Operations of 4th year law students. STRUGGLING FOR TRIUMPH. Jean Nguidjol leads the Pirates to win against The event will fund SSC-R Stags. Photo courtesy of Shawn Michael V. Lorenzo. for the university’s support

from lectures and coaching up to exam proper. “Because bar is not an easy exam and we all know that less than 20% of the total population of the examiners pass,” LPU College of Law student council President Edlyn Romero explained. Champion for the women’s division was the OutKast Football Club and Runner Up was the Blue Bolts Football Club. While in the Men’s Division, Raja Knights United bagged the champi-

onship trophy. First runner up was the Vietnam FC and 2nd runner-up was the Corinthian’s FC. Mixed division hailed SGS Football Club as the champion. SGBG FC and UMAK Alumni FC were named as the 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up, respectively. The student council also wants the Laurel Cup to promote not just the College of Law but the name of LPU and let other students know about the existence of the Makati branch.

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gave him a perfect 30 and earned this year’s trophy. REPRESENTING the Baltazar’s bered and gray colors of the yond-the-arc efforts fall university, top LPU ath- short with only nine letes left a mark in this points to give him the year’s NCAA All-Stars. second spot and Letran’s Held last August 28, this Mark Cruz seized the NCAA Season 91’s best three-point crown. Men’s Basketball Ath- Rycca Timog, letes gathered at the San LPU’s muse, continued Juan Arena to give way LPU’s legacy to be into the now annual NCAA cluded in the top three of All-Stars event. Ms. NCAA after being Bannering the named as 1st runner-up. West team are the best Despite her main players from the Intramu- challenge to make sure ros and Taft consortiums that she’ll bring home the with LPU being well-rep- crown, the Multimedia resented by Joseph Gab- Arts student made sure ayni, Shaquille Alanes, that she had intensive and Wilson Baltazar. personality development For the side trainings, time manageevents, the six-foot-four ment between academics Jebb Bulawan leaped and Ms. NCAA activiover Alanes and Gabayni ties, attending the actual in the final round of the games, and most imporslam dunk contest which tantly, to pray. By Lauren Ian Marie G. Magtira

One of the biggest pressures on her journey was the online voting because she had to campaign almost every day and keep track of the number of likes as often as possible. But keeping a positive outlook, Timog said, “All of these were attainable with the help of the entire LPU community – from the administration level down to the students and even the people I don’t personally know”. As the LPU representative, she promises that she will be an instrument to encourage and ensure that the students engage themselves into sports and in the activities of the athletic program.

Pirates smashers struggle to reach championship By Angela Grace T. Matulac

LPU PIRATES badminton team scrambled on its way to the championship title as the women’s division ranked 3rd and the men’s division fell at 6th place after the seven-day series of games during the 91st Season of NCAA. Winning two solid 3-0 against University of Perpetual Help and Jose Rizal University and a 2-1 against Arellano University in the men’s division, LPU still didn’t make it to the final four cut. Team captain Dennis Magpantay explained the team’s men’s division dropped to 6th place from last season’s 3rd because almost all players were rookies and they still lacked experience and ma-

turity during games. On the other hand, the women’s division zoomed from last year’s 4th place to 3rd place with both old and new players showing exemplary skills during the games. The women’s won four straight 3-0 against Mapua Institute of Technology, University of Perpetual Help, San Beda College, and Emilio Aguinaldo College that paved the way to a successful landing in the final four. Like last year, veteran players Girlie Cordero and Joy Tubongbanua displayed excellent gameplays. At the same time, new players like Dianne Castro, Nazaren Cuilao, and Betina Felipe also showed top performance. Second year stu-

GIRL POWER. Women’s badminton team smashes their way to final four. Photo courtesy of John Christian R. Alvariño.

dent athlete, Tubongbanua, said discipline during trainings is one of their key secrets in improving. “Kailangan magkaroon ng disiplina sa training. Dapat seryosohin mo yung every training na ginagawa mo, at kung may free time, magkaroon ng extra training kahit takbo lang or magphysical training,” she added. For assistant coach Nelson Lambino, LPU’s best players this year are Alex Climaco and rookie Cuilao. This year’s host, De La Salle-College of St. Benilde, maintained its women’s division title and its men’s team turned the tables by beating last year’s host and champion, Colegio de San Juan de Letran.

BRING IT ON. Nicole Halasan ready to receive the ball from the opponent. Photo courtesy of Joses Theodore G. Rosales.

LPU table tennis team crushed in the NCAA Season 91 By Jessica Jane I. Sy

LPU PADDLERS finished its NCAA Season 91 bid as its men’s team settled at 7th place while the women’s division landed on the 6th spot. During the actual NCAA games, both women’s and men’s teams strived to get the first three sets of the game. The focus is on the service and analyzing how it will be served by the opponent. Dominic Austria, men’s team captain, always reminded his teammates to put all the focus on the ball because that’s how table tennis works, “reading the movement and where the ball would land”. The women’s team overpowered Emilio Aguinaldo College (EAC), Colegio de San Juan de Letran (CSJL), and Jose Rizal University (JRU) while the men’s team defeated EAC

and JRU. In the men’s division, the combination of Austria and Zyrus Padillo in the doubles didn’t let San Beda College own a set and ended the match with 3-0 during the first day of the game, September 6, 2015. Despite their losses, the team continued on doing their strategy on not giving any teams a chance to own a set and made it possible in the match with JRU, 3-0, in the third game of men’s division. But the possibility of being part of the Final 4 started to lessen as the team gained losses from University of Perpetual Help System Dalta, Arellano University and Colegio de San Juan de Letran. During the first match in the women’s division, Nicole Halasan gave Trixie Catapang of the Lady Knights her smashes

and precise services leading the match until the last set with 3-2. With the women’s team match with JRU, Zaira Escobido displayed her best receives and services contributing to the team’s success, 3-0. The strategy was tiring the opponent in a rally and finish it with a powerful smash. Coach Raul Santos also stressed that skills, determination, focus, and self-discipline matter most when playing table tennis. On the other hand, the weaknesses were shown on the players’ performance as they sometimes can’t handle the pressure, making them commit errors. In the end, San Beda College and College of Saint Benilde still reigned as the champions in the men’s and women’s division, respectively.

Photos courtesty of Joses Theodore G. Rosales and John Christian R. Alvariño

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