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Volunteers during the World Clean-Up Day
The Bago City College accepted the challenge and took part to the World Clean-up Day conducted at the Bago City College (BCC) campus grounds last September 17, 2016. Also present in the event was the Guidance Outreach Program Committee, various school clubs and organizations, and the Environment and Natural Resources Office, who emphasized that “clean-ups like these are important because the current state of environment is very crucial and is in need of dire solution.” The World Clean-up Day is a yearly campaign of Let’s Do It! World, a non-stock, non-profit and non-political volunteer-movement and is in relation to the Let’s Do It! Philippines National Coordination Summit 2016 and 2nd Negros Island Region (NIR) Eco-Leaders Boot camp, wherein two delegates namely James Tillaman and Alfredo Abeto III from the BCC publication office were sent to represent the college. Let’s Do It! has been conducting massive clean-ups for seven years already, and has motivated over 16 million people worldwide to join together and clean up their countries. “I’m happy that the students took the initiative to organize this kind of event. Hopefully, they will continue to do their share and continually help to clean the environment and their surroundings,” says Mrs. Anne Marie Torres, Outreach Program Coordinator.
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BCC supports World Clean-up Day
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DESPITE THE ODDS. . In celebration of the National Disaster Consciousness Month, the Bago City College together with the Bureau of Fire Protection and City Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council conducted a Fire and Earthquake Drill last July 21, 2016 at the school grounds.
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lestimoso solos Highest Distinction by Clarisse Esmores
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Jessa Lestimoso (center) receives her awards during the Honor’s Day 2016.
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Jessa Lestimoso, a 2nd Year BSEd Math student, topped the Honor’s List among 333 students for the 2nd Semester of AY 2015-2016. Awards were given during the Honor Society Recognition Day held at Bago City College Covered Court last August 8, 2016. Lestimoso is the lone survivor of Category A earning the Highest Distinction Award with a General Weighted Average (GWA) of 95.81. She received a varsity jacket, P1000.00 and a 100% scholarship grant for this semester. “Our greatest weakness lies in giving up the most certain way to succeed is to try just one more time,” Lestimoso quoted during her speech. She said that these words are her inspiration and she wants to impart this to her fellow students. Meanwhile, 67 students from Category B (those who got a GWA of not lower than 92 with no grade below 90) were awarded with Certificate of High Distinction and a 50% scholarship grant for enrollment fees this semester and the top 23 also got an exclusive t-shirt each. Finally, 265 in the Category C (those who got an average of not lower than 87 with no grade below 87) were given a Certificate of Distinction. Kudos to the BCC Honor Society!
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BCC welcomes neophytes by Kathy Ann Paloma
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Bago City College Supreme Student Government (BCCSSG) held a week-long event to welcome the neophytes inside the BCC grounds, and Manuel Y. Torres Memorial Coliseum and Cultural Center (MYTMCCC) last June 27- July 1, 2016. The new students were grouped into four areas and each has their masters to guide them in the whole course of the event. The week started with the bidding where the upperclassmen got to choose their “slaves” for the initiation day. The Block Masters in-charge of the event has to “sell” the newbies by making them sing or dance. Stephin Magdato of the BS Criminology 1E got the highest bid with the amount of P1, 200. Next was the signature chase which was done for three days. Each day, the BCCSSG had prepared a schedule for costumes to be worn inside the school premises like national costumes, devil and angel, and crossdressing. The same areas where assigned to the students, each area has 10 Rainbow Masters to initiate the group. They were given funny tasks or dares that they must do to avoid sanctions. Golden dresses and black suits marked the last day of the Freshmen Week. And of course, the Search for Mr. and Ms. Freshmen was the highlight of the night at MYTMCCC. The winners of the pageant were Mitch Veloso of BEED 1A; and Justine Mar Javier and Gabriel Dalisay of BS Criminology. After which, they have got to experience partying on their own with the guidance of some instructors and this activity marked their official entry to the BCC family.
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Camp T.U.N.A Facilitators with the Peace Corps Volunteers
U.s Peace Corps awards 7 by Jade Michael Gonzaga
Camp T.U.N.A. (Training Up New Artist) is a Summer Art Enrichment Program held at Don Salvador Benedicto Memorial School at Barangay Binubuhan, Bago City, Negros Occidental from April 25 to May 6, 2016. With regards to this, Diane T. Bowers and John E. Bowers of U.S. Peace Corps Batch 273 awarded seven students of Bago City College last July 4, 2016 in front of the Benedicto Building for their
active participation as Camp Facilitators during the said event. The seven students, all from Education Department, are Edden Jalando-on, John Paul Alba, Loiryl Kae Fermaran, Joy Ann Formalejo, Alvin Maquiling, April Joy Orendain and Rommel B. Sernias Jr. The camp objective was to encourage children in expanding their art, reading, writing, social and independent thinking skills.
BCC senior High opens with 275 pioneers by Angelica Marie Dote
In the first year of K-12 implementation, Bago City College also opened its Senior High School Department with a total of 275 pioneer enrollees. “I think they (Senior High Students) are very eager to learn, they wanted to show people or the whole Bago City College Community that they also have talents and skills to show and most of them, I can say that, they are happy for choosing our school for their Senior High,” Senior High School Officer-In-Charge Designate Dr. Ma. Sheila Flojemon said. BCC offers three strands, namely: Academic Track General Academic Strand (GAS), Academic
Track Humanities and Social Sciences Strand (HUMSS), and Technical – Vocational Livelihood Track (TVL). There are 42 enrollees in GAS-A, 44 in GAS-B, 49 in HUMSS-A and 40 in HUMSS-B. TVL-A, consist of Caregiving (NC II), Electrical Installation and Maintenance (NC II) and Food and Beverage Services (NC II), has a total number of 45 enrollees while TVL – B, which is composed of Bread and Pastry Production, has 55 enrollees. 18 teachers are currently teaching at the BCC Senior High.
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Freshmen wearing their ‘cross-dressing’ costumes
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Negros Occidental District Jail (NODJ) officers conducted a symposium activity to the 4th year Criminology students as well as the Reserved Officer Training Corps (ROTC) cadets last July 8, 2016 at the BCC Covered Court. Jail Officer 1 Marvin P. Montepio discussed the life of the inmates inside the jail. According to him, there were livelihood programs implemented for the inmates such as woodcraft and parol-making and other activities in sports to enhance their dignity and welfare development as well as their spiritual being. They also have the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) trainings to help and set the minds of the inmates. The good governance of the BJMP like the “Oplan Greyhound”(a religious conduct of searches of inmates to flash out contrabands and deadly weapons),Total Ban of “Paabot System”(8am-5pm as the visiting hours) and the “Oplan Decongestion”(release of inmate visitors to the implementation of applicable laws) lead in the safety and security of the personnel and inmates inside the jail. JO1 Montepio also announced a great opportunity and privilege for the graduating batch of BCC this academic year of 2016-2017. The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) continually hope to recruit graduates from the college to be part of at least 2,000 expected personnel for the year 2017.
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BCCians showcased their hidden talents during the Talents U in connection with the 36th Foundation and College Week celebration held at the BCC Covered Court last August 8 & 10, 2016. The Talents U has provided an avenue for the BCCians in terms of the literary and musical aspects developing them not just as students but also as individuals. It was divided into two parts: the first one was for the Literary section (Impromptu, Oration, and Spokes model, Spelling, Quiz Bee and Essay) while the second was for the Musical section (Vocal Solo, Vocal Duet, Character Impersonation, Showdown and Installation Art). In the final tally of results, the Blue Mentors dominated in most of the categories except for the Impromptu Speech, Campus Showdown and Installation Art which was triumphed by the Artistech and the Quiz Bee which was won by the Praetorians.
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First breastfeeding photo contest was held in connection to the celebration of the Nutrition Month 2016 with the theme “First 1000 days ni Baby Pahalagahan Para Sa Malusog Na Kinabukasan” last July 22, 2016. Jozsef Mark M. Somcio, the guest speaker said that, the startup of the baby is also the part of his future, and his future will be affected by his 1000 days, enough nutrients for 1000 days baby is a must for the sake of his growth. Moreover, other activities conducted together with the winners are as follows: For the Breast feeding contest, Jessa Tecson of BEED IV got the first place, followed by Aprilyn Postrado of BSED TLE and Jezel Aguilar of AB English. The Education Department won first place for the Tiangge sa BCC, with the Cookery for the second place and Food and Beverage as the third. For the Cooking contest, Zaiky Rhea Jereza and Bea Andrea Alincastre of Cookery got the first place, Alei Priolo III and Frameille Marie Pondales of F&B, second place, and Marianito Villaruz III and Justin Olindang of BSED TLE, third place. For the Poster Making contest, Darryl Villanueva of Automotive won the first place, Keeper John Britania of BSIS, second place and Fran Marie Lacaba of AB English, as the third. For the Nutrition Quiz, Jason Delos Reyes of BSIS won, followed by Jobert Cantor of BSED TLE, and Randy Arsenio Jr. of AB English.
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Breastfeeding photo contest entries
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Illegal drugs:
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To riches or hitches?
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Illegal drugs as to what our society’s view entails, is a term that is generally regarded as taboo. It is a term that is chiefly associated with lack of self-control, unrestrained euphoria, and is one of the determining factors of why our society slowly depletes out of its expected functions. It is a fact that is known to all of us. Those illegal drugs slowly seep the sanity of a certain individual and in the worst case scenario, offer inevitable death. It is safe to assume that drug addicts don’t only destroy themselves but rather, they also tend to destroy those who care for them. This problem drastically rose as the time passes by. As of now, there are children who are under the effects of drugs due to the factors in their environment that make them think that illegal drugs are as common and can offer haven from their problems. This then, would offer nothing but a mess to the minds of our future stewards. Most of us are unaware and often shun these individuals in the darkest part of their thoughts but if we scrutinize the idea further, these humans are nothing but victims of the ill of society. They are the victims of the mistakes of our leaders which in fact are the protectors of the drug lords that prey upon the innocence of our society’s weakness –poverty. In the end, poverty is the main reason of why these people chose to be in illegal drugs. “Easy money” as they do say, it is easier to make money to save their families from poverty rather than watching them starve to death, right? That is the truth. It is impossible to defeat illegal drugs without addressing its cause. Even killing won’t end its existence due to the fact that there are others who are willing to take the job to either sell illegal drugs to save their own families. Indeed, it is justifiable to say that we should address the reason of poverty which is corruption and this folks, is easier said than done. We are in an era by which deception is the thing that most of us view as providence rather than the enemy. However, concerning as to what our constitution stipulates, a crime is still a crime. A crime committed equals to punishment. The family, as the basic unit of the society, must be given the prime importance to instill awareness to the problems of the society. The problem concerning illegal drugs is nothing but a part of a twisted knot that is interrelated to other problems that we are currently facing. We must untangle this knot but the question is, are we prepared by the problems that it will release once it is untangled deliberately? The answer lies not only in the hands of the government but also in the hands of the people. After all unity is everything.
Slippers – Always bring slippers to avoid soaking your shoes in flood water. Which may also prevent you from having foot odor.
Umbrella – Bring something to cover your head, may be an umbrella or a cap to avoid getting sick.
Plastic – in case you decide to soak yourself in the rain, put important things (i.e. gadgets, documents, etc) in a plastic or better in a Ziplock to avoid getting them wet.
Towel / Handkerchief – Pack a towel handkerchief in your bag to dry yourself case you haven’t brought an umbrella maybe to dry your feet before you decide decide to put on your shoes.
Jacket/ Sweater – Avoid getting hypothermia and other immune diseases, always bring something to make you feel warm.
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Be Prepared!
It’s rainy season again, and the possibility of water level to rise is inevitable. In case of flooding yet, classes are still going on, you may bring the following:
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Money – Always bring extra money with you. You’ll never know when you need to hire a vehicle to take you home, purchase cell phone load to contact your family, or buy food when you got stranded somewhere.
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But when things get worse, better stay at home or evacuate early. Keep safe and healthy!
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BCCians once again enjoy the painting of colors with their fellows as DJ Christian San Juan gave the beat to the party during the 36th Foundation and College Week last August 9, 2016 four o’clock in the afternoon in front of the Don Salvador Benedicto Memorial Building. DJ San Juan is a Manila International DJ, former Yes FM 105.5 DJ and the managing director of CSI pro-audio. He played modern music and remixed the classical ones to tag along with the students which made them jive with the beats. The party was sponsored by the Bago City College Supreme Student Government (BCCSSG). Though this was done for the fourth time already, still the students of Bago City College together with their colleagues joined and became a part of it. Even the bad weather didn’t stop the party.
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Color Party with DJbysan Juan Kathy Ann Paloma
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COED candidates gamely respond to questions
Randy B. Arsenio Jr. and Mia Angelica A. Mayo, both from the team Artistech (composed of College Of Arts, College of Information System and College Of Technical- Vocational) were chosen as the Darlings of The Courier during the Campus COED Press Conference organized by The Courier- The official student publication of Bago City College held at the Manuel Y. Torres Memorial Coliseum and Cultural Center (MYTMCCC) VIP room last August 11, 2016. “This presscon aims to develop and boost your confidence as well as to prepare you for the Campus COED night,” the Courier Editor-InChief Clarisse Esmores said in her opening remarks. The event aimed to test the wit of the contestants with regards to the question and answer portion. The presscon was divided into two parts: The question and answer proper wherein the candidates were given a time to pick a question prepared by the hosts and the free questioning from the SSG Officers. The Darlings of the Courier will serve as ambassadors of goodwill of the Office of the Publication and Communication for the entire academic year.
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aRTisTECH candidates as Darlings of the Courier
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Participants with their adviser Mrs. Gina Jara during the PIA awarding ceremonies
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The Courier once again brought distinction to the school when it reaped seven awards during the annual Press Information Agency Seminar Workshop held at Sugarland Hotel, Bacolod City last July 29, 2016. During the on-the-spot workshops, Clarisse Esmores, Editor-in-Chief, was recognized as one of the Most Promising Writers in Feature (Filipino), Most Promising Photojournalists, and Promising Editorial Writers (Filipino). Furthermore, Franzlene Jarlata, Artist, was awarded as one of the Most Promising Feature Writers (English), and one of the Promising Photojournalists. The Courier also bagged two promising group awards, the Promising Group Photo Lay-out Artists and Front Page Design. The seminar is conducted every year by the Press Information Agency (PIA) with the aim to hone the talents and skills of Campus Journalists in the province.
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alumnus continues to excel in PnPa
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Bago City College alumnus Cadet 3C Fritz John Vallador with an average of 89.949 is still on the top of his class for the Academic Year 2015-2016 at the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA). He was once a BS Criminology Student and a consistent academic awardee for two years before he got qualified in the PNPA last 2013 after passing the required tests and interviews. And there, he became one of the only two cadets who earned the Director’s List for being in both the Dean’s List (academic) and Commandant’s List (non-academic) in their recognition day last January 24, 2015. Recently, our administrator Dr. Gorgonio T. Parroco solicited an inspirational speech from him for the academic awards. In his letter to Dr. Parroco, he said, “Thank you Lord for Bago City College. Without BCC, I would not be what I am now.” He also sent pictures of their grade tallies then recalled his memories being in the college and how the BCC helped him emotionally and academically. Vallador came from a poor family as well as most of the students that go in the college. He should become an inspiration for those who also have big dreams. Poverty is not a hindrance, indeed, it only takes diligence and perseverance to become one step closer to reaching them.
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Ms. Gay Universe 2016 in her crowning moment
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Mr. and Ms. Campus Coed 2016 with their runners-up (L-R: Mike Gomez, Krizzia Christine Romero, Christian Hector Olita, Mia Angelica Mayo, Mefrelyn Barientos, BJ Laurel)
Mayo, Olita Make it to the Top
by Franzlene Jarlata Both Artistech candidates – Mia Angelica grace when her number was called to be the Mayo from AB Department and Christian Best in Riolook, while Olita was awarded as Hector Olita from IS Department were Best in School Uniform. On the other hand, BJ Laurel of proclaimed as Mr. and Ms. Campus COED 2016, with the theme ‘Riolympics’ at Manuel Criminology Department and Mefrelyn Y. Torres Memorial Coliseum and Cultural Barrientos of Education Department were declared as First Runners Up. Laurel got Center (MYTMCCC) last August 12. “It was a great honor that we, Artistech the Mr. Maple Award, Mr. Friendship, Net candidates were both crowned as Mr. and Choice Award, Mr. Photogenic, and the Best Ms. Campus COED 2016”, Mayo stated. in Formal Attire, while Barrientos was called “Wearing this crown means wearing the as Best in Sports Wear and in Cocktail Dress. Moreover, the representatives of pride of our departments,” she added. Aside from achieving the crown, Mayo Education and Criminology Departments – was also chosen as the Darling of the Courier Mike Gomez and Krizzia Christine Romero for standing out in answering questions were dubbed as Second Runners Up. Awards related to current issues during the Press such as Best in Rio look, and Best in Sports Conference. She was also awarded as Ms. Wear were given to Gomez while Romero Photogenic as she got the best photo taken got the Ms. Maple Award, Smart Choice by Mr. Ronnie Baldonado during the pictorial. Award and Best in School Uniform. Bagging her last award, Mayo stood up with BCCSSG supports the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) group inside the campus as they present the Miss Gay Universe 2016 at the BCC Covered Court last August 11, 2016. Fifteen gay participants showcased themselves on the pageant with different attires. On their production number, they wear animal printed attires. They also wore the national costumes of the world and white collection of dresses. The AKASYA Dance Ensemble, Senior High School Dance Group, Kamihanon Performing Arts, and two representatives from Praetorians gave an intermission number. There are minor awards given to the contestants. These are the following awards: July Bantiling also alias Juliana Marie Villafuentes got the title of Best in Animal print and Best in National costume. Kirk
Juarez alias Kirsten S. Xavier was awarded as Photogenic. The People’s Choice Awardee and Smart’s Unkabogable Queen of the Night was Reymart Regalado alias Caffixes Crystal Barbie Marie Lopez. And the Best in white Collection was Romelo Magbanua alias Yukhely Martin. Amongst the 15, seven of them leveled up to the next category which is the question and answer portion. From seven, three of them were crowned as the winners of the night. Second runner-up was July Bantiling of AB History 4 alias Juliana Marie Villafuentes. Joeven Sanchez alias Jana Mae Sanchez of BSEd MAPEH 2 was the first runner-up. And the reigning queen of the night crowned as Miss Gay Universe 2016 was Reymart Regalado of BSED MAPEH3 alias Caffixes Crystal Barbie Marie Lopez.
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They say change is coming, and, actually it already had when we exercised our right of suffrage and elected the new President, Rodrigo Duterte. In his few months on his position, our president already implemented new policies that might help our country- new policies that will emit positive change. Now as members of the society, we asked the students their opinions regarding various topics, both of local and national level, not only on our country but our school as well. So BCCians, let your voice be heard.
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-As a student, I agree in operation tokhang in order to prevent drug transactions in houses and also to discipline some personalities that are using drugs. (@SANDY_RODRIGUEZ)
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-Tokhang (toktok-hangyo) is a visayan composite term that stands for knock-knock (toktok) and negotiate (hangyo) where known drug users and pushers are persuaded to mend their ways before the full force of law bought down on them. (HUNTERS, 4E)
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-I am in favor, because it is one of the best and most effective way of eliminating crimes involving drugs and to obtain discipline in our country. (MARFIL VINCE DAVID, BSC 4A)
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-I agree that Friday is an activity day, so that we can put our activities on that day and our regular classes will not be delayed. (@CHARI|_CADALZO, BSC 3A)
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-Siguro mas nami kung activity day ang Friday kay para diretso ang klase halin lunes asta huwebes. (@MHELZ)
Eventhough this program is good enough to stop and suppress illegal drugs, still there are negative effects that blow off Oplan Tokhang. And this act by the law enforcers must not be tolerated because every one of us deserves due process. Even the persons who possess the highest position in one country do not have the right to take the lives of an individual except GOD. (@ELIZER_ABONA_JR., MSCJ-CRIM)
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-I strongly disagree, kay kung tani wala na gabalik kung Friday, less burden na tani sa mga ginikanan nga maghatag pa inug plete kag dapat Friday “No Class” gid yah. (@BEBELOVE,BSED MAPEH 2A)
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What can you say about Oplan-Tokhang?
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-I agree that Marcos is worthy to be buried, because he was also a former President of the Philippines and he also did lots of sacrifices for our country. (@VINCENT_ JOHN_SALAZAR, BSC 4A)
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-Yes, because he has also many contributions and accomplishments during his administration that helped our country. (@JAGUARS, BSC)
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For me nothing‛s wrong if Marcos would be buried at the Libingan ng mga Bayani because if we‛ll look at the brighter side, he also did his best to improve the economic means of our country. Wala man may madula sa aton kung didto siya ilubong. (@MA.JOHANNA_MAKILAN, ABE 3A)
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-As a youth of the present generation, I strongly agree because the fact that it would provide discipline to the youth nowadays. (@EINAH_LUISA_CARGANILLA, ABE 3A)
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Yes, I am in favor of it to lessen the accidents involving minors. (@APRIL_SEVILLINO, BEED 1A)
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Yes, it is necessary for the safety of all minors and to develop discipline. (@VIPURL, BSC 2D)
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Imposing curfew for minors is a very good regulation for it lessens the crimes committed by juveniles. It helps the parents to lessen their worries for their children during night time and to maintain peace and order in the community. (@AILYN_CATALAN, SSG PRES.)
-For me, Marcos is not worthy to be buried in the Libingan nga mga Bayani. In the first place, he took away the freedom of the people in his time. There are many people who are much worthy than him but being neglected by the government. (@BEVERLY, PSED 3B)
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Editorial Board
It’s Time to Power Up!
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1st Semester AY 2016-2017
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Editor-in-Chief
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Clarisse Esmores James Tillaman
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Joylyn Genta
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Managing Editor
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Ailleen Lirazan
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Asst. Managing Editor
Angelica Marie Dote
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News Editor
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Kathy Ann Paloma
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Feature Editor
Alfredo Abeto III
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Literary Editor
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Stepehn Era
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Entertainment Editor
Jessa Lestimoso
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News Writer
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Elah Salveh Laureño
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Feature Writer
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Melody Anne Galpo Jude Catolico Jade Michael Gonzaga Angelie Cristel Campo
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Franzlene Jarlata Psyche Amor Distor
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Mrs. Gina B. Jara
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The Courlette is the Official Newsletter of the Office of Publication of Bago City College. Its Editorial Office is situated at the Office of Publication and Communication, 2nd Floor, South Wing, Don Salvador Benedicto Building, Bago City College, Bago City, Philippines, 6101. The Courlette welcomes contributions, questions, suggestions and letters. All rights reserved. No part of any Courlette-published materials may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or in any means – electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or otherwise – without the written permission of the Publication. The Editors reserve the right to accept or reject and edit all articles for publication. All contributions become the Publication’s property.
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There is a growing violence in the country. It is plainly manifested in the drug menace, criminality, terrorism and the war against the Abu Sayyaf which cost thousands of lives already. All these triggered the President to declare the Philippines to be under the “state of lawless violence” last September 3. In a statement, Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV, among President Rodrigo Duterte’s most vocal critics said that the declaration of the state of lawlessness is “not warranted at this time.” What is needed, he added, “is less big talking and more serious intel work.” Meanwhile, Senate President Pro-Tempore Franklin Drilon expressed the same view. He said that, he does not see the need to enlist the military’s help in police operations in the entire country. Under the Article VII, Section 18 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, it is stated that “The President shall be the Commander-in-Chief of all armed forces of the Philippines and whenever it become necessary, he may call out such armed forces to prevent or suppress lawless violence, invasion or rebellion,” Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II stressed the constitutionality of the declaration. He said that it does not amount to an imposition of martial law; instead, it was only a precautionary measure that had basis. Senate President Aquilino Pimentel said, “The police should be supported in solving the crime so they can bring the perpetrators to justice. All of us should find ways to improve our security measures in order to forestall a similar event in the future.” And this gained the concurrence of the citizens not only those who are affected but most of those who know the situation also. “It is not martial law, it has nothing to do with the suspension of the writ of habeas corpus,” President Duterte said. And of all the three powers a president could use, it is the mildest one, nothing to fear nor worry unless you are up to something negative that threatens national security. The President is far from declaring another martial law nor taking our liberties away. Whether the violence covers the whole of the Philippines or not, it is beneficial for the country; for the security of the majority, per se. This is the price of the change we ask for, and what we can do is trust our leader. “It takes courageous and united people who complain less and do more to build the nation we dream of and deserve.”
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received bomb threats via texts or any means of communication. Checkpoints and securities are strictly done. Authorities suggest that people should not make bomb joke or any false bomb threats. According to them, it is not a laughing matter for it creates fear and anxiety in public. It can cause lots of trouble, including stampede. These kinds of incidents cause terror and trauma to the people and some of them were now afraid to go in public places. That is why, talking about bombs or explosives are of serious matters. As time passes, days become more perilous. This issue is a reminder that sensitivity and vigilance must be part of our system. And as for our safety, being observant of our surroundings and knowing the basic drills are necessary in case one of the threats becomes real. Joking around is not an offense but we must know the consequences of what we are saying especially if it involves national security. So, we better make ourselves accountable on whatever we do and say.
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These words uttered by a 37-year old female production worker, Jasmin Sala from Cebu, had made her into prison and even got postponed to work abroad. Sala told the mall guard that her sling bag consists of bomb. Then smiled and said she was just joking. Few minutes passed, the guards approached her at the photo studio and checked her bag. Cellphone, make up, and lipstick were found. No trace of bomb or explosives. Sala was arrested for dropping a bomb jest inside the mall. She was not aware that it is still prohibited until today. She regretted for what she have said and promised not to make bomb jokes anymore. She was just joking, so what’s the big deal? I think she didn’t mean to cause any trouble. But nowadays, even if you’re just kidding about bombs (especially in public places), it is already considered as an offense. I feel sorry for the lady because without her knowing, her joke – which
she may call it as just a simple joke, could ruin her. If not chosen carefully, jokes can lead anybody into trouble. Sala was one of the violators of the Presidential Decree 1727, which declares as unlawful dissemination of false information about bombs. It is also known as “Anti-Bomb Joke Law.” Violators will spend not more than five (5) years in prison, or a fine of not more than P40 000, if found guilty. Hon. Erlpe John Amante, Representative of Agusan Del Norte 2nd District, introduced the House Bill No. 5294 otherwise known as “AntiThreat Jokes Act of 2014”. On the explanatory note, bomb jokes can cause delay of flights and ship travels, and even disturb the normal activities of the people. Last September 2, the country was greatly alarmed by the Roxas Night Market Bomb Blast in Davao City, where 14 people died and more than 70 were injured. Schools and workplaces of some different parts of the country also
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“Naa ra ba ni bomba.” (There’s a bomb inside)[referring to her bag]
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But as time goes by, change happens. Technology advances, urbanization takes place and lifestyle alters. Our ideals also changes along with our age. The scope I see got wider, and I started realizing some stuffs. Some people say that SK Elections are being used as a puppet show. I have noticed that some of the candidates for the SK, in my standards, are not qualified enough. Some have just been urged by their parents to run for the purpose of maintaining family power in the barangay. I have also noticed that most SK Officer’s parents are also members of the barangay, and thus maintaining power within their family circle. Is this the kind of role models we want us to have? Do we want us to be governed by push-offs and spoiled brats and fame-grabbers? The deterioration of SK has also reached the attention of the national authority, and that is probably why they mandated it to stop. But another question is that do we really want another branch of government to be stopped? It is probably not too late for us to change, to take better action, and prevent complete deterioration of the SK.
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Okay, before I get carried away and start enumerating more negative stuffs regarding early hold of power, the reason why I’m writing this article is because of the recent issue concerning the postponement of the Brgy. Elections, as well as the Sangguniang Kabataan. The congressmen have agreed to move the barangay and the SK elections to October 23, in the next year (2017). This has been backed by Pres. Duterte, saying that the said elections might be infiltrated with drug money if it pushes through. Probably, a lot had been disappointed, including me, because the SK elections had already been postponed for two years. The young people look forward to the summer trends, outing, basketball tournaments, and other sport fests that the SK might sponsor. The purpose of Sanguniang Kabataan is to center on the youth and have them involved in sports and other recreational activities, thus making them busy and influencing them to avoid crimes and other vices, and for a period of time, this might be effective because after all, youth itself are one of the greatest influence of their peers.
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With great power comes great responsibility, that is why it is better to imbue discipline and sense of responsibility to our children as early as possible, so that as they grow up, they will be nourished with the essential skills to become great leaders. There are actually a lot of training grounds to hone these traits, for example, the school organizations – student government, various clubs and orgs, and the Sanguniang Kabataan, popularly known as the SK. The idea of having these areas to train these traits is indeed ideal and beneficial, but that is plain optimism. The truth is that sometimes, having the chance to exercise power from the early age also gives negative impacts, and develops undesirable traits. I think that given the chance to wield power at the phase of puberty is crucial, especially if not given enough guidance from consenting adults. Some may use this power to bully other people, to only do things that will favor them and their peers, while others use this as a training ground for something bigger- like corruption, and political dynasty.
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Zowie Leigh Marcito, a BS Criminology student happily donates blood
There were 65 qualified donors who voluntarily donated their blood during the Blood Donation Activity at Bago City College Health Care Building last August 19, 2016. Most of the donors recorded were students of Bago City College. “Ang purpose sang ini nga activity is to save lives, para maka – donate sang ila (donors) mga dugo … para may ma-save nga dugo sa blood bank,” said Mrs. Azucena Mateo, school nurse. Bago City College Clinic facilitated the said activity conducted by Negros First Provincial Blood Center and assisted by the Bago City Health Office staff.
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In line with the celebration of 36th Foundation Week, Bago City College Criminology Intern Leadership Training (CILT) Officers organized a fun run activity with the theme “I run with my partner just for fun” from Crossing Kamatis to Manuel Y. Torres Sports Center (MYTSC) last August 12, 2016. The activity was participated by the Criminology students, instructors and staff, ROTC Officers, Bago City Police, the Bago City College Disaster Risk Reduction Management Unit (BCCDRRMU) responders and the Bureau of Fire and Protection (BFP). It was followed by a Zumba dance at MYTSC led by CILT Officers followed by a water party care of the Bago City Fire Department. It continued with the games such as: “Catch the Tail” won by the 1st year students and “Protect your boss” which is the highlight of the said activity won by the 2nd year students. The Run culminated with the awarding of the fastest pair. Winners are as follows: 1st place: Erik Rodriguez & Richard Rivera; 2nd place: Carlo Tanjusay & Joemer Banibag; 3rd place: Matias John Michael & Brandon Zachary Teodoro; 4th place: Danie Luaji Lachica & Rex Ortaneza; and 5th Place: Penaren Jeso & Requim Asigurado.
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Different historical artifacts and displays were showcased as the Historians Club opened their mini-museum for the third time at the room ABEd 8 of the Bago City College last September 22, 2016. Various themes were chosen for this year’s museum: the Philippine national symbols, national costumes of the different countries of the world, religious artifacts, and remains of the gold collections used previously. “It does not mean that we should forget the past, actually, we must learn from it,” Historians Club President Felimar Alelojo said during the opening ceremony. The club’s objective was to impart knowledge to the visitors about some of the historical artifacts that all of us must preserve because for once, they became a part of our rich culture. The museum lasted for three days. It was open to all visitors including the students and instructors of the college and even the high school students of the Ramon Torres National High School (RTNHS). The activity was made possible through the efforts of the History instructors with the support of Mr. Salvador T. Salazar, AB Department Head.
Dr. Gorgonio T. Parroco (Left-most) and Dr. Sandra E. Locsin (Right-most) give suggestions on how to improve the displays
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Bachelor of Arts Department Officers conducted an outreach program to the community of Sitio Batad, Brgy. Sampinit, Bago City last September 2, 2016. There were 50 pre-school children from Lag-asan Day Care Center - Bonifacio extension that were chosen as beneficiaries. Together with them were the parents of the beneficiaries and Mrs. Jasmin Vargas, a Day Care Worker. After singing and dancing to the tune of Tatlong Bibe and the Super Book theme song, storytelling, and games, the pre-school children then received school supplies from the officers. The outreach was spearheaded by the Department Head Mr. Salvador T. Salazar together with Mrs. Nonalyn B. Magapuro and Ms. May Rose Villacarlos, the instructors who participated in the said activity. The outreach has given way for the Artians to give helping hands to the community especially to the less fortunate ones.
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“FILIPINO: Wika ng karunungan” ang naging tema ng nakaraang selebrasyon ng Buwan ng Wika na ginanap sa bulwagan ng Bago City College noong Setyembre 2, 2016. Pinoy Popstar ang naging unang patimpalak at si Marlou Luntayao mula sa Education Department ang siyang naguwing kampeon sa naturang paligsahan. Ang ikalawang bahagi ng programa ay sinundan naman ng Interpretatib na Sayaw at Sayaw-Awit kung saan 11 kupunan ang naglaban-laban. Ang mga estudyante ng Senior High School ang nanalo sa dalawang kompetisyon. Sack Race at kadang ang laro ng lahi na itinampok kasunod nito. Pinataob ng kupunan ng BEED 1-J ang kanilang mga katunggali sa mga nasabing laro. Ang panonood naman ng pelikulang pinoy na “Haunted Mansion” ang naging huling aktibidad. Ang selebrasyon ay nagtapos nang matagumpay sa pagpupursige ng mga guro sa Filipino na pinangunahan ni Ginoong Roberto Venus na sinuportahan ni Dr. Gorgonio T. Parroco, Administrador ng Kolehiyo.
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Student Affairs and Services Office (SASO) trained 52 student leaders composed of the presidents of the different clubs and organizations inside Bago City College as well as the BCCSSG officers and The Courier editorial staff in a Student Leadership Seminar with the theme “Take the Lead, Lead the Change“ held at the BCC Health Care Building last September 30, 2016. “As student leaders, you must know how to lead effectively,” Mr. Neil H. Lopez, the resource speaker said during his discussion. He was also once a student leader in the college as a BCCSSG President for two consecutive years before he became a teacher. The half-day activity focused on the different ways of how to become an effective leader in different situations; from making a group yell in one minute to doing an outdoor activity to a simple make-the-group-fit-in-a-onesheet-of-paper task. The activity was full of new experiences and learnings. It ended up successfully with something to be remembered by the student leaders.
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“It was the best years of the country.” Was it? Proclamation No. 1081 placed the entire Philippines under Martial Law. It was signed by former President Ferdinand Marcos on September 21, 1972 and then announced to the public two days after. Orders include the transfer of all powers to the president, authorizing the military to arrest individuals who are against the government; the enforcement of curfew hours; and banning of group assemblies and rallies. The closure of private media and seizure of public utilities were also included. Recently, 44 years after the declaration of Martial Law and 27 years after his death, the late dictator was allowed to be buried at the Libingan ng mga Bayani by current president Rodrigo Duterte. According to the President, Marcos was qualified to be buried due to the fact that he was a former president and used to be a soldier. Consequently, it garnered protests and rallies from different groups, especially those who were victims of his dictatorship. Have you ever wondered what really happened during the martial law? See the infographics.
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“Got to catch them all or they got to catch your life for danger?”
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Pokémon Go is a free-to-play, location-based augmented reality game (Wikipedia) that requires psychomotor ability by way players must walk and roam around to catch nearby Pokémons. It also necessitates phones’ Global Positioning System (GPS) to detect players’ locations and sites, henceforward; it becomes a phenomenal game starting the time it was launched by Niantic Company last July 2016. Almost 130 million people worldwide downloaded and enjoyed the said game.
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However, Pokémon Go tackled various controversies in accordance to the safety of players while playing it. The game contributes major accidents and becomes public nuisance at some locations. Moreover, the game snatches players’ attentions to focus on other dimension which is the settings on their phones’ screens instead on their real environment. It makes players become unmindful to their terrains that lead them to misfortune.
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Be Aware of Your Surrounding. that you should put in your mind is the place where you are strolling. It is better to check the area if it is safe or not. Don’t go to dangerous places such as cliffs and highways. It may cause major accident due to your inattentiveness. Always remember, Pokémon can’t resuscitate life from casualties. Don’t Leave Your Stuff Unattended. Be conscious of your stuff while in public places especially if you’re in the mid of collecting Pokémons. It may possible mislay your attention on your things due to your excitement. Pokémons are everywhere, if you may not trap them you still have a chance to look for it the second or third times, but losing an important and valuable things may upset you and be the reason of overthinking that the game is unsafe. Don’t Trespass. It is in the rule that getting inside the private property is considered as trespassing. Therefore, it is a serious case for violating the rule. Asking permission and consent to the possessor is a better idea, if not permitted don’t force the owner; you can still look for another place to go where there is a site for nearby Pokémons.
Don’t Go Alone. It is better to go anywhere with companion or with a group of friends. You would feel safe and secure while strolling around and will not bothered by the people inclosing you. Be Careful of Your Smart Phones Your Smart Phones are Pokémons to the eyes of snatchers. If there will be an opportunity for them to catch it, they would. To be safe, don’t play in crowded places where you have an unusual instinct. It is safer if you play inside the mall or inside your school campus. Maybe those are just simple reminders but it can save you away from trouble and adversities. It is up to you if you’ll follow those or not. Always remember: Don’t let your contentment be covered by blood and regrets because at the end awareness and prevention will reign over insensibility and cure.
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[sur.re.al.ism] -noun A 20th century avant-garde movement in art and literature, that sought to release the creative potential of the unconscious mind.
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“A reawakening of the poetic idea in art, the reintroduction of the subject but in a very particular sense, that of strange and illogical.” –Paul Devaux
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Table Tennis Paddlers “It’s been my hobby since before,” BEED3C student Gerlyn Guilaran said choosing table tennis as her sport. “I played it together with my high school friends; they are the reason that I know how to play it,” Gerlyn said. It is her way to express herself and her personality.
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Combat Arnis Christian Reyes of BSC2F, an arnis player considers sport as his way to inspire other people. His step-father, who is an arnis instructor, influenced him to
play this sport. This teaches him how to have a good manner and right conduct, proper discipline and to have self-confidence. He also uses it as his self-defense during the times of danger.
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Checkmate “I choose chess as my sport because I believe that it helps me in a way to look the things in life with advancement”, it is the view of a BSEDMATH2, Nikki Duco. For her playing chess involves different tactics that can be used in our daily lives. She also relates her sport in life as to decision making.
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Kanyon’s Marathoners The tandem of the two, Carlo L. Tanjusay and Joemer T. Bahibag of BSC4D express themselves into running. Consensus to the two, the sport helps them to develop their fighting spirits, discipline themselves, and have perseverance. “We love running because it
is our career since high school, from where we started,” they said.
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The Judoist For Kristene Laureano of BSC4B, she chooses judo for it is her way to express herself as a strong person. This teaches her on how to defense herself. She said that, “Judoka is very useful in us not just in body but also in mind.” According to her, the said sport helps her to build a strong mind and body.
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Bago City College is a place of the best athletes. In fact, most of them brought pride and honor to the school that made it to be recognized. Let’s find out how the BCCian athletes see as to what their sports are. Here are some of the views of the BCCians athletes:
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went down into two on the 4th quarter. John Michael Aringo of the same team got fouled earning him two free-throws. The shots went in giving their team a 4-point lead on the remaining 8 seconds of the game. The Praetorians weren’t able to cope up with the lead nor retained their title.
Judo Club invited 7th Dan Judo Instructor Sensei Shigero Kariya and two students Norihiro Okubo and Kenta Otsu from Kagoshima, Japan to conduct a seminarworkshop. The workshop was conducted at the Bago City College Covered Court last August 25, 2016. The main purpose of the activity was to enhance the knowledge and physical skills of the students who are interested to learn the sport. 15 varsities and 22 advanced judo students together with their adviser Mr. Sirilio Caras III participated in the said event. “It is very much important for them [the students]… to know how to defend themselves, and also to acquire selfconfidence, and the role of this students in the future is to protect this country”, Sensei Kariya said. The Sensei is now 73 years old and teaches judo for 60 years already. His main purpose why he teaches judo is to share his knowledge and the good character of being a judo student. He also added that he wanted to teach judo not only to the Japanese citizen but also to the different countries.
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Artistech won with a 4-point margin on the Men’s Basketball Championship over the defending champions Praetorians with a score of 86-82 at Manuel Y. Torres Memorial Coliseum and Cultural Center (MYTMCCC) last August 10, 2016. On the first half of the game, the Artistech took the lead but the difference of the scores
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Moreover, Blue Mentors (Education Department) were hailed as champion in Talents U/Literary Musical and retained the title in Cheerdance. Both candidates from Artistech (Bachelor of Arts, IS, and TechVoc) was crowned as Mr. and Ms. COED 2016: Riolympics Edition. On the overall tally of results, Artistech landed on the third place, Blue Mentors on the second place and Praetorians as champion for two consecutive years.
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Praetorians (Criminology Department) once again grabbed the title as this year’s overall champion in the celebration of Bago City College’s 36th Foundation and College Week, August 8 – 12, 2016. The said team dominated the sports events. In Men, they defeated the two opposing teams (Blue Mentors and Artistech) in Volleyball and Table Tennis. In Women, they ruled all the games except in Table Tennis.
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BCC Kanyons (Men and Women’s Division) dominated the players of Handumanan, Maao and Our Lady of Pillars Academy (OLPA) Alumni in an exhibition game held at Manuel Y. Torres Sports Center last August 12, 2016. In Women’s Division, they clashed with the combo of Handumanan and Ma-ao teams, both were comprised of 11 players. On the first half of the game, they scored 2
points, while the opposing team got none. During the second half of the game, one of the Kanyons players got injured. The final score of the game was 2-0 in favor of BCC Kanyons. In the Men’s Division, they matched with the OLPA Alumni team. At the end of the game, BCC Kanyons got the final score of 5 points bringing the team to victory.
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Once again, the Blue Mentors proved that they are the best in terms of cheer dancing as they defended their title and declared as the cheer dance winner during the 36th Foundation Week Celebration last August 9, 2016 at Manuel Y. Torres Memorial Coliseum and Cultural Center (MYTMCCC). This year’s week-long event themed “Shifting Gears” had made a tough fight between the Blue Mentors to overthrow their two opposing teams with their breathtaking stunts and groovy dance steps. The Cheerdance Competition is one of the events that everyone looks forward to during the celebration. The Artistech was on the second place followed by the Praetorians which landed on the third place.
In commemoration of the 441st Founding Anniversary of Bago City and feast of St. John the Baptist, the 13th edition of International Women’s Invitational Beach Volleyball was held at Bantayan Park, Bago City last June 24, 2016. The said game was competed by eight teams – University of Negros Occidental Recoletos (UNO-R) Team A and B, IDC (Iloilo), Foundation University (Dumaguete), Team Bacolod, Central Philippine University (Iloilo), San Carlos City and National Irrigation Association (NIA Region VI). NIA Region VI was awarded as the champion followed by Team Bacolod on the first place, UNO-R Team A on the second place and UNO-R Team B as the third placer. The event was spearheaded by the Local Government Unit (LGU) with the support of Mayor Nicholas Yulo.
Dormido: Basketball MVP by Clarisse Esmores
AL Dormido of Artistech scored a total of 24 points on the Men’s Basketball Championship versus the Praetorians earning him the title of Most Valuable Player (MVP) at Manuel Y. Torres Memorial Coliseum and Cultural Center (MYTMCCC) last Dormido lays-up for 2 August 10, 2016. points Dormido plays in the team (formerly InfoArts) for three consecutive years with the score of not less than six points in every quarter. Although he got cramped on the last seven minutes of the last quarter and was advised to rest, he still managed to play and scored another 2-pointer on the last 2 minutes of the game earning them the championship trophy.