LABAN DS! UNC DS bags awards in RC XIV

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LABAN DS! UNC DS bags awards in RC XIV

BY BERLINETH NYMIA MONTES For over 9 years, the UNC Debate Society continuously brought pride and honor to the university in the Roco Cup XIV held last November 19-23, 2021 via Facebook Live.

Composed of 3 teams of debaters and 5 adjudicators, UNC DS executed their matter-loading and discussion training via an online platform. “Kumpara noong pre-pandemic, pahirapan ang preparations namin. Halos bibihira lang makumpleto ang teams at adjudicators. Issue rin yung internet connection at health concerns ng bawat isa. Pero dahil sa mga experiences at independent efforts ng bawat isa, kinaya at napagtagumpayan din namin ang Roco Cup,” claimed UNC DS in an interview conducted by the publication. Meanwhile, Krislen Gaile Bismonte, who placed 3rd as Best Adju Chancellor of UNC DS shared her preparations for the said tournament. “More on online training kami together with the teams and then may mga matter loading and lectures din with the adviser, Kuya Tords. Personally, struggle para sakin yung mag train given na may academic matter, org affairs and other responsibilities din po na mga sumabay.” explained Bismonte.

Contingents of the said debate cup from the university are Marvin Cañaveras and Sophia Balcueva of UNC A (1st Reserve Breaking Team), Art Jun Sumalinog and Jhun Mar Canino of UNC B (Semifinalists), Dioma Francis Durante and Hannah Joy Rosero of Team Last Minute, Krislen Gaile Bismonte, High School Final Chair (3rd Best Adjudicator), Jemina Vera Pante, Breaking Adjudicator (Semifinals Chair), Janah Carmela Ng Sang, Reserve Breaking Adjudicator (Quince Martires Cup Panel), and Cyen Esclanda.

“’THP (This House Proves) a world where all news outlet disclose their political learnings and abandon impartiality’ is the motion in the tournament I will never forget because, except we got 3 points in that motion, the motion is indeed very timely since election here in the Philippines is fast approaching. I had so much fun and learned a lot from my opponent” said Cañaveras when asked about his favorite motion during the tournament. Roco Cup XIV is the 8th tournament UNC DS joined in amid the pandemic.

COLLATED BYMARIA JHOANNA YASIS, TRISHA BAÑAS, ASUNCION CHRISTINE REYES, AND KYRA FERMEL VICTORIA

18.2%

College of Arts and Sciences

College of Business and Accountancy

2.3%

College of Nursing

38.6%

College of Education

44

Responses

31.8%

College of Engineering and Architecture

Legalizing Divorce

AGREE

“Marriage is bound with love. If one or both parties already fell out of love, then there’s no reason for them to stay with one another because this can result to violence and harm [to] one or both parties especially, if they have children. We wouldn’t want

“My answer WILL be “NO”, because I don’t believe in divorce. I married him because I can see my future with him. Building our goals and reaching our dreams at the same time. He married me because he truly loves me. If we don’t love each other anymore, divorce will never be an option for us. We need to look back on ourselves and reminisce the journey of ours and why we started this journey. So, my answer is NO. I am not in favor of legalizing divorce.” -@mariejoy.suzara

“[Divorce should not be legalized] since it frequently contributes to depression, anxiety or substance abuse in one or both parents and it may bring [out] difficulties in balancing work and child rearing for the parent.” -@francisxavier.quintela

“[Divorce] would lead one to believe that marriage is easily ended, resulting in people putting less effort into making it last and ensuring that they choose the correct partner.” -@kate.salandanan

“What is the essence of getting married if they will divorce in the end? As Catholics, we believe that marriage is sacred. Having a complete family is a blessing from Him, so why bother getting a divorce? If you want to divorce because of an unresolved problem between you and your wife/husband, don’t get married in the first place—or better yet, don’t marry someone to avoid divorce:)” -@onquitfranz

“[I do] not agree with legalizing the divorce in Philippines because it will just result in a lot of broken families which is not good for kids.” -@daimevillaraza2018

to witness the arguments or fights of their parents because it brings trauma, anxiety, and other psychological effects. Worst case, the children may instill or copy their parents’ behavior and will apply it to their own family, so cut the cycle.” -@apriljoy.falabi

“I agree that we should legalize divorce because abuse, unhealthy environment for the children, assault, and other harmful circumstances should not be tolerated just for the preservation of the sanctity of marriage.” -@jaymart.fernandez

“I agree because there [are] things that love can’t fix. Love is not enough, it won’t ever be enough, especially in marriage. It would help those who are in a really bad relationship and also to those who are being abused. It will also help those who are chained unwillingly in the bind called marriage. Of course, it would have other effects not only on the success rates of marriages but also on how people think of marriage. That’s why there should be grounds for divorce.” -@luijoyfrance.salcedo

“I am a Roman Catholic but I think it’s time to legalize divorce in our country. If the well-being of each other is at stake and it’s not healthy anymore for them to be together, then it could be the [reason] to consider divorce.” -@ralphpatrick. malate

“I do agree with legalizing divorce in our country because a lot of people are being stuck in an unhappy marriage. People are [are] experiencing abuse in a relationship, and many children grew up in a broken or complicated family that may cause them negative development while growing up. Also, I find it absurd that we have annulments here in the Philippines yet we do not have the law/ bill about divorce. Annulment can be only availed by the rich people.” -@lyka. navarette

“Divorce is not really a barrier to [having] or [achieving a] happy family. Legalizing divorce may also be a protective weapon against domestic abuse, which is the most compelling reason for its existence. When divorce became a viable option in our country, it can lead to a dramatic drop in spousal conflicts and severe partner violence. But I think there should be a deep analysis for this kind of topic because it might be abused kasi.” -@joshua.aguila

“Why do we have to take marriage like an absolute pact when the people themselves are imperfect and make mistakes? Laws should not deprive the people of having another chance in life for we do not know their circumstances. Divorce also costs money and can be used by the government to create projects that may benefit the welfare of the people. Imagine, you can make a mistake and help people at the same time.” -@markjopet17

“[Divorce should be legalized] because there are cases where there can no longer be any provided solution to help solve the long-term problems involving a married couple especially [if] there is emotional, physical, or mental abuse in a household. I see this as an opportunity to end a legal relationship between a victim and abuser if presented with evidence. This can also help separate the children in the family from a traumatic event that can scar them [for] life” -@wyeth. imperial

DISAGREE

MAYBE

“I answered maybe, because either way, legalizing it would [have] both positive and negative effects.” -@janandrew.lee

“Divorce is a very long process that will waste your time and money. We will also experience a lot of criticism, loss, and regret after divorce. There are also a lot of couples [who] see marriage as a joke because once they are tired, they can easily get divorced. But on the other hand, divorce will help us to untie a connection with our spouse that gives a negative impact to our life. Divorce will only be beneficial to those couples with a big problem such as abuse.” -@gwyneth.ledesma

“There are a lot of instances where divorce can be helpful, but I also believe in the sacrament of marriage.” -@ryzamaureen.zuniega