february to march 2012 issue

VOLUME II, NO. 6

FEBRUARY -

MARCH ISSUE

SAS Activities held

Mr. Olivar, Dean Go, Almira Motol (Network Nexus Editor-in-Chief Awardee) and Prof. Nuñez strike a pose during the Recognition Day. Photo taken by J-Mar Robin Medenilla

March 26-30, 2012 would be a busy week for the School of Arts and Sciences. occupied with different activities.

In the morning of 26, there would be the film festival parade; in the afternoon, the SAS Recognition Day. As scheduled by March 27-29, the entries for the institutionalized film festival would have been viewed; the Thesis Title Defense of the third year AB-English and ABCommunication students.

Would have done; and lastly,

by March 30, the much awaited Awards Night for the Film Festival would have been held.

Ten floats paraded in the

morning, from MSC-Boac Campus to Boac town at exactly 9:00. The floats that participated were Borkat, directed by Marvin Ypanto; Panaghoy by Mark Cesar Ola; Eva by Mildred Moreno; Utol

by Leah Mapacpac; Overnight

by Michelle Mayorga; Katig by Israel Linasa; Salamin by Isaac Ravenera; Aurora by Mark JC Sevilla; Panata by Caitlin Basilia; and Piso by Patrick S. Magbuo. The films mentioned were mostly directed and acted upon by ABCommunication Students and AB-English Students as well.

The thrill of what the films would be about will be critiqued and screened on the scheduled time and place of the different productions.

SAS students and faculty members gathered at the MSC-AVR to celebrate its first Recognition Day for out standing students for their academic excellence during the school year. The awards given for Academic Awards were Dean‟s Listers, Best Demonstration Teacher, Most Supportive to English Speaking Campaign, School Journalism Awardee, Best in Science, Best in Mathematics, Culture and Arts Awardee, for the Special Awards Best Debater, Responsible in Physical Education-Dancing, Best Performer in Street Dancing, Best Solo Performer, Story Teller of the Year, Best in Painting, Best in 3d-graphical Paint, Dancer of the Year, Most Disciplined Group Member, Best Drama Performer. As quoted

by Dean, Dr. Julieta L. Go,” Congratulations SAS Students”.

Thesis-Title Defense of the AB-English and ABCommunications students covers the first three Chapters of their thesis which were submitted to the Dean a week before the defense date and were distributed to their respective panelists composed of the Faculty Members of the School of Arts and Sciences.

March 30 is the Film Festival Award Night, The expected awards to be given are: Best Musical Score, Best Screenplay, Best Story, Best

Cinematography (Lighting Design, Camera Shots, Angles), Best Direction, Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actress, Best Editing, Viewer‟s choice and Best Float.

-Rochelle Pornela, AB English IV

Above: Carmela Monteras, AB Communication III presents her thesis during the title defense.

Bottom: The stars of the film “Aurora” smile to the crowd during the float parade.

Photos courtesy by Robin Medenilla and KIMS

WHAT‟S INSIDE? Moa Signing….

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Marinduque Day…

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Dr. Go‟s birthday…

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The Time has come…

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Footsteps outside…

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We are not that…

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College Life Experience

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Can a Filipino…..

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Page 2 NEWS

MOA Signing held Memorandum of Agreement Signing Ceremony on “SAS Extension: Oral Proficiency Development Project” was held at MSC Audio Visual Room last March 15, at ten o‟clock in the morning.

Above: Mayor Livelo Jr. of Mogpog expresses his gratitude to MSC during his speech.

Bottom: Dr. Malvar signs the Memorandum of Agreement.

Photos taken by KIMS

The Signing Ceremony between Marinduque State College specifically the School of Arts and Sciences and the Municipality of Mogpog aims to enhance the communication skills of the Day Care workers. The higher officials of the College and of the Mogpog Municipality were present. Dr. Romulo H. Malvar, President of the College; Dr. Diosdado Zulueta, Vice-President for Research Extension; Dr. Carlos J. Andam, Director for Research; Mrs. Proserfina Mabiog, Chief Administrative Officer; Engr. Ana Fe Molato, Dir. for Extension Services and Mrs. Maria V. Santos, College and Board Secretary; Mayor Sinen M. Livelo Jr. and Hon. Gregoria Motol were the representative from the Mogpog Municipality. The SAS faculty-in-charge of the event were

JOB Orientation prepare graduating students In Marinduque State College, nongraduating and graduating students from different schools were briefed by the officers from POEA regarding applying for job held at the College AVR on March 17.

Atty. John Rio A. Bautista and his friend discussed about how to apply for work abroad and guided the students about illegal recruitments. They also informed them on the vital ways to avoid being victims of human trafficking.

With the same purpose, a follow-up

seminar at the AVR in the afternoon was held wherein a speaker, Mr. Luis Evangelista from DOLE. discussed the different labor standards, management responsibilities and some other tips when applying for a job. This is to continuously keep the graduating students aware of the local employment after they have graduated and provide them enough knowledge and information about what would be their lives after leaving the school.

-Bernadeth Piano, AB English 4

CONGRATULATIONS! TO THE GRADUATING CLASS OF 2012

SAS Dean, Dr. Julieta Go, Mrs. Anna Roffel O. Lozada, Mrs. Sheryl Mendoza, Mrs. Cristina S. Atienza, Mr. Arnel Lantita, Mr. Lymar Olivar and Mr. Eric Maglacas.

Dr. Zulueta presented the objectives of the MOA signing ceremony followed by Dr. Julieta Go who discussed the content of SAS Extension.

The College and Board Secretary, Mrs. Maria Morena V. Santos read the approval of MSC BOT Resolution no. 49 Series of 2012, the implementation of English Language Enhancement Program as Extension Activity of SAS. Mayor Senen M. Livelo Jr. shared his gratitude to the MSC, School of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Romulo H. Malvar‟s inspirational message was focused on the people involved in the program for them to be honest, diligent and sincere in their participation and evaluation.

The ceremony ended with the SEAL of partnership of both parties.

- Carren P. Mapacpac, ABE3

"The greatest discovery of any generation is that any human being can alter his life by altering his attitude."

- William James

Page 3 NEWS

Marinduque Day celebrates its 92nd years Last February 21, 2012, all Marinduqueños gathered in the town of Boac for the celebration of Marinduque Day. All municipalities of Marinduque (Boac, Gasan, Mogpog, Buenavista, Sta. Cruz and Torrijos) participated in and provided floats that represented their respective towns. Different institutions also joined in the said celebration.

SAS students particularly the first and second year executed a street dancing depicting ordinary life and routines of their ancestors. The MSC street dancers looked good in their dancing attire and happiness could be seen on their faces despite performing under the heat of the sun.

The parade started at past three in the afternoon at the Moriones Arena.

- Queenelyn Malagotnot

Above: SAS students show their skills in dancing during Marinduque Day celebration.

Bottom: MSC Sta. Cruz, Torrijos and Gasan participate during the Marinduque Day. Photos by KIMS

Graduation 2012 Consultation Meeting held

Dr. Jalos explains the graduation fee to the students.

Photo by: Arianne Kaye N. Sager

The Consultation meeting for Graduation 2012 attended by graduating student from different school departments was held last February 8 at 8:30 a.m.

The said meeting was arranged

by Prof. Rosalinda M. Castro, Director of the Office of the Student Affairs

(OSA) wherein the agenda were about the graduation fees, approved by BOT Resolution # 10 s. 2011. Dr. Leodegario M. Jalos Jr., the Vice-President for Academic Affairs gave his welcome remarks and at the same time, with Prof Castro discussed the graduation fees for each Degree Program which were as follows: Graduation – Php700.00, Alumni Fee – Php100.00, Cap and Gown – Php125.00, Yearbook – Php350.00, Diploma – Php90.00, and Graduation Photo – Php400.00 with a total of Php1, 765.00.

The date of graduation is set April 16 with Cong. Juan Eduardo Angara as the speaker. Dr. Jalos also added that there would be a Grad-

Graduation on October 2012 if 100 students would be graduating at that time. The meeting adjourned at 9:13 a.m. with the students’ approval of the said fees.

- Almira Motol, AB English IV

The graduating students listen to the speaker during the consultation meeting.

Photo by: Arianne Kaye N. Sager

Page 4 NEWS

Dr. Go celebrates her 57th birthday

Dr. Go smiles having received a flower during the Putong on her birthday.

Photo taken by Arianne Kaye N. Sager

February 7, 2012, Dr. Juliet L. Go, the dean of School of Arts and Sciences celebrated her 57th birthday.

The faculty members and the students prepared a surprise birthday bash for their dean. Early in the morning of February 7, the faculty members and the students gathered in front of the Speech laboratory while waiting for Dr. Go to arrive.

With their gifts they welcomed Dr. Go with a “putong” rites.

There was an apparent expression of surprise on Dr. Go‟s face as Mrs. Nuñez escorted her to a prepared seat where above it was a tarpaulin with her picture and greetings posted. Coins and flowers were thrown during the putong, Dr. Go‟s face registered a permanent smile from start to finish.

After the putong, gifts from the faculty and students were given

to her making her more surprised and happy. In her message, she said that throughout her working experience in the institution, it was her first time to be given such a wonderful and overwhelming surprise party from the faculty and students. She then realized that the students love her despite the strict discipline she implements.

She gave back her gratitude to the students and faculty to pose with them for a souvenir picture and a simple merienda at the faculty room.

-Rose Ann M. Roldan AB English II

SAS Student Study Center blessed Last February 3,was the blessing of the SAS Student Study Center which started at 9:00 a.m.

Right after the First Friday mass, the SAS students and faculty members together with some higher officials of the college gathered in front of the study center for its blessing.

Fr. Elino P. Esplana, the mass celebrant was also present to bless the said newly built SAS Study Center, Mrs. Cristina Atienza hosted the blessing rites After the blessing, Dr. Romulo H. Malvar (President of SUC II), Dr. Leodegario M. Jalos, Jr. (Vice President for Academic Affairs) and Dr. Julieta L. Go (Dean of SAS) led the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

After which Dr.Malvar in his message made an announcement about the good result of the SAS Accreditation. Then, Dr.Jalos delivered his

speech followed by Dr. Homer Montejo for his inspirational message, Engr. Rufino Montejo for his short message and lastly, Dr. Go gave her closing remarks acknowledging Mrs. Teresita M. Tubongbanua with a title “Mother of the SAS Study Center” for her support and proper management of the expenses for the plan and construction of the center. She also emphasized particularly to the students the maintenance, the cleanliness, the orderliness and the proper use of it in effective study and not for useless activities.

- Marianne P. Rondera, AB English II Above: Dr. Malvar cuts the ribbon of the newly-built SAS Study Center.

Bottom: Fr. Esplana prays after blessing the Study Center.

Page 5 EDITORIAL

The Time Has Come: Adieu MSC! In a school year‟s schedule of activities, the last month is the

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most awaited part most especially by students who will finally come up the stage and receive the proof of their

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of

uphill struggle for educational success.

For almost four years that we have studied at courtesy

this institution, we have gained so much information that led us to countless commendable experiences.

With our dream of finishing a degree when we were still

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fresh high school graduates, we entrusted our third future foundation to Marinduque State College where we did not

Almira Leah S. Motol Editor-In-Chief Diane J. Sol Sub-Editor Jofel Maalindog News Editor Jane Layosa

expect our college life would be. It has been proven that MSC could compete

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along with other state colleges and universities in the country. There is no rea-

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son why we should not be proud of our school. Small as it may seem, but

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enormous in power to educate thousands of students including us. We can be even more thankful and lucky to be in one of the most imperative depart-

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ments of the college. We are so fortunate to be in School of Arts and Sciences.

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and to be in one of the most in demand courses in the business arena. Our

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great skills in communication are certified winning tool to our future field

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work. These we all owe to our great mentors and to our institution. What else

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could we long for?

As we meet the end of our college life journey, we will not forget every

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memory made in the premises of this college. For our dear Alma Mater, as we

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bid adieu, we will always be grateful to you and all your components for

Mr. Lymar F. Olivar

moulding us into the best that we can be right now. Happiness is dominating

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our emotion as we finally wear our toga and march along your path walk head-

Prof. Rosalinda M. Nuñez

ing straight to your notable stage to receive our precious graduation gift, our

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college diploma. All the teething troubles will have been paid off as we step-by -step comply with our graduation requirements.

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In our time of victory and celebration, we promise that we will all go forth with our hopes and dreams and will forever remember the phrase, “Hail to the

Co—advisers Julieta L. Go Ph.D. Dean, School of Arts and Sciences

MSC!” -Arianne Kaye N. Sager

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Page 6 FEATURE

Footsteps outside Marinduque

The AB English IV students with adviser Prof. Nuñez pose in the “24 Oras” studio during their GMA tour in Manila.

Learning outside the province is really a great opportunity for students. This is a way of exposing students to different places and be engaged with different cultures and people.

To a student, educational tour serves as an instrument to experience the beauty of places far away from home. It is a way of seeking knowledge because learning is not just about reading books, listening to our professors or surfing on the

net but this could also be drawn out of experiences. Sometimes one has to get out and expose himself to different places.

Manila is an amazing place for educational tour. Not only there are tourist attractions but also historical places and others especially designed to educate student like me. It covers a very large area that it took us hours before we could get there.

It was a 5-day tour and the unforgettable experience became a legend. It happened last February 27 to March 2. All the experiences could not just die in my memories after I had seen all the places we visited. I could still imagine the moments when we were there.

Headed by the Flying Tiger Management Tours through Ate

Lea Floresca, our tour guide and the coach captain; our beloved dean, Dr. Go, other faculty members especially our very own and supportive adviser, Mrs. Nunez who shared their time and left their families just to be with us and who completed our days with joy and happiness.

The tour’s objectives are what we really got like being exposed in Manila for five days, knowing the relevance of the places we visited to my course and the knowledge we acquired and most especially, promoting camaraderie among students.

We really had a great opportunity especially when we tried having footsteps outside Marinduque.

- Bernadeth Piano, AB English IV

“I can do all things through Christ who strengtheneth me.”

- Philippians 4:13 This is one of my favorite verses in the Bible which had inspired me throughout my years in MSC. This serves as my guide in everything I do.

During my first days at MSC, I felt everything was a challenge; every subject demanded knowledge, effort, time and determination. I could not forget one of our subject requirements was to make a movie about one of the beautiful spots in Marinduque. Each one of us exerted effort physicalPhoto courtesy of www.yahoo.com ly and financially. As they say, charge it to experience.

Being a college student is enjoyable especially I have a circle of friends who adds color to my college life.

But of course, trials and challenges won’t be out of the way. This made our friendship stronger. Other challenges for a college student are examinations and projects, especially the thesis which needed preparation and devotion. I must be then mentally, physically emotionally and financially prepared. Though these stuffs made me stressed and haggard I have realized that it’s all worth it. As the saying goes, “You will reap what you sow.”

In every sacrifice and hardship, there would always be something good in return if everything will be in God’s hands - Carla Joy Pernia, AB English IV

Page 7 FEATURE

“We are not that intelligent, but we can make it different” Culminating Activity and Art Exhibit 2012 was an experience worth-remembering for. It was a showcase of various talents and special abilities integrated to present a “piece of entertainment.” It was then an avenue for us, AB English I students to show the world what we’ve got and at the same time, to uplift each and everyone’s spirit of confidence. This activity paved a way to prove ourselves that we may not be great at solving puzzles, mathematics, and logic, but there is something special within us which is likewise rewarding. Reminiscing the days of pressure until the day that we’ve been waiting for, abundance of knowledge and learning were imparted to me.

Being one of the overall chairman, emcee, and performer of the event had been a big challenge to me.

As a leader of a group and the class as a whole had never been easy. It requires courage and faith to believe that in the end, success will be at hand. I was once scolded due to the slow progress of our practices and admittedly, it was so striking. Nevertheless, it did not break me down, instead, it had caused me to stand still and exert the fullest of what we could do.

I, together with my group learned to be cooperative enough and to work as a group. In the beginning, I thought all of the burdens were upon my shoulder, but as we went on

Left: Dr. Victoriano Regio, SSTEd Dean, one of the jurors, poses with SAS Dean, faculty and students during the activity.

Right: Dean Go delivers her opening remarks.

breaking the walls between all of us, I learned that we should work it out all together for effectiveness. Through the preparation of the said activity, we learned to engage ourselves into our social context. There, we created a bond that we will never forget. In a short time, we have known some facts about each and everyone’s individuality. Most importantly, we have discovered talents that have been hidden a long time ago.

And, in the day of event, a different DEAH had shown up. I learned to be bold enough, and leave behind my doubts in my abilities. In front of the crowd, and with the people I admire, I learned to believe in God and to believe in my own capabilities. I then, put aside all the criticisms and judgment aspects of the people, giving the best of who I am. And deep inside, a little voice saying, “You can do it” had been my strength all throughout.

Seeing the audience wearing smile at the very start of the program was a relief to me, especially that

Left: Group VIin Humanities sways with the rhythm of Pearly Shell as one of the International Dances Right:Group VII shows off the best dance skills for the creative dance presentation.

Dr. Julieta L. Go, Dr. Victoriano Regio, Prof. Rosalinda M. Nunez, Prof.

Teresita Tubongbanua, and the rest of the faculty members were there doing the same manner. I also want to extend my deepest gratitude to our motherly instructor, Mrs. Sheryl Mendoza who had given us that opportunity to be the best of who we are. I may be scolded once, but it’s never been a discouragement.

And with the success of the activity, it signifies that we the students of Bachelor of Arts major in English, first year, had made a DIFFERENCE. - Deah Rose Jalimbawa, AB English I

“Be curious always! For knowledge will not acquire you: you must acquire it.”

- Sudie Back

Page 8 FEATURE

Can a Filipino win American Idol?

Jessica Elizabeth Sanchez was born on August 4, 1995 in Chula Vista, California. Her father is a Mexican American and originally from Texas. Her mother hails from Bataan , Philippines. Before she auditioned in American Idol, her first appearance on television was when she competed in the first season of America’s Got Talent at the age of 11.

Earlier in the show, Sanchez was not chosen to be in the semi-finals, but during the Wildcard round Brandy Norwood chose her to advance to the finals.

In the semi-finals she sang Jennifer Hudson's "Love You I Do" from the film “Dreamgirls” where she got a standing ovation from the three judges. She was one of the top five female vote getters and advanced to the top 13 . CNN's "HLN News Now" reported that Sanchez's performance of "I Will Always Love You," sung on Whitney Houston tribute night March 7, 2012, got "rave reviews," the CNN video's commentator stating that she "brought the judges to their feet." Her name was a worldwide trend on twitter on the following day. When the video of the performance was uploaded to YouTube, it received 5 million views in three days.

In the top 11th round, Sanchez has received criticisms from the judges for her rendition of Gloria Estefan's version of Vicki Sue Robinson's "Turn the Beat Around" as they said she was good but there could be an improvement.

In the top 10th round, she sang “Everybody Has a Dream” by Billy Joel where she got another standing ovation from the judges.

According to Stephanie Long there were five reasons why Jessica Sanchez won and brought home the crown in this season.

She’s a fantastic singer As soon as Jessica brought down the house with her rendition of Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You,” she became an obvious frontrunner. The crowd, viewers, and judges alike were blown away by her powerful vocals and impressive range. As Steven Tyler put it, she “may be the one.”

She’s got that swagger An incredible voice won’t get you far without stage presence, but this San Diego girl is lucky enough to have both.

Even at just 16 years old, Jessica seems confident and sure of herself when she performs. Whenever she belts out a ballad or dances around to something more upbeat, she keeps the audience’s attention.

She’s charismatic Her nearly 53,000 Twitter followers are an indication, that these viewers like Jessica. The winner needs to inspire people all over the country to vote obsessively, and so far, it looks like Jessica can do that.

She’s experienced At 11, Jessica garnered a lot of attention while she was a contestant in America’s Got Talent. Since she’s already gotten a taste of what it’s like to be on a high-stakes performance show, she’s better equipped to handle the pressure week after week. It’s no wonder she always manages to stay poised and focused.

We’re overdue for a girl to win It has been five years since the last lady — Season 6’s Jordin Sparks — won the title. Although it looked like we might have a female winner last season when two of the final three contestants were girls; it didn’t happen in the end.

This year, we’re expecting voters to take a stronger stand for their favourite gals.

Sanchez was one of the singers in Lisa Lavie's collaboration video "We Are the World 25 for Haiti (YouTube Edition)" for charity relief for victims of the 2010 Haiti earthquake, along with later America's Got Talent contestant and earlier American Idol finalist Thia Megia. The video's participants were collectively recognized as "Persons of the Week" on ABC World News with Diane Sawyer on Friday, March 19, 2012.

Can a Filipino win American Idol? There are lots of rumour that Jessica would win American Idol season 11 but she isn’t sure about this rumour because the final round hasn’t come yet and there’s no one who could think about the future or what would happen. http://www.wetpaint.com/american-idol Researched by: Jofel Maalindog

Page 9 LITERARY

Love Potion

What is Being a College Student?

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By Christine R. Noche

By: Manilyn Famarin What is it all about being college students?

Is it about the course, tuition fee and subject, activities, teachers, allowance and projects Every day’s trials and hardship?

I asked the potion “Can you pour yourself To the one I love?

For him to love me With all his heart?

BY Manilyn Famarin

College life is not easy In facing the hardship for the future Go for it until you prove yourself That you can do things you thought you could not do Learn to wait for the perfect time Because every pain in waiting has an awesome purpose Just be a courageous person with faith Nothing is impossible if you do it with hope and patience Stories can tell, experiences can share The memories of happiness and tears From the burden and stress, trials and challenges Never give up; life is what we make it!

College life is very meaningful From the every struggle one should be strong Tears may flood on but smile must shown „Coz that is how God teaches us to be strong

She answered, “I can do it Anytime I want to.

But can you take it If he doesn’t really love you?

Being a college student is not easy To do assignments, requirements and responsibilities Quizzes, examination must be passed Reporting, recitation and performance in class.

I stopped for a while Thought for once, “Can my heart bear the pain If he suffers in my gain?”

I know challenges are always there But this is not a reason to give up Pursue what you have started And the time will come for the fulfillment of your dreams.

Then, I told the potion, “Will you vanish for a while For me to rationalize?”

She said, “Why?” “Because as they gulp you, Their hearts swoon But at the end of each day Love goes on its own, confusing but real.”

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College Life Experiences

Life is like that, my dear fellow students You will experience everything in studying Be strong, just wait and see And you will achieve diploma and degree.

The Sunshine after the Rain

By Bernadeth Luisaga

In a blurred and faded cloud Is a wind that blows so loud But behind the darkness that colors the sky A shower of blessings comes out from the sky But then, heart aches for the unforgotten Wishing to leave before the end Crowd that shares, cries and smile Is the day when sun shines.

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