TGP convenes for 1st phase of campus journalism

IN PHOTO: Dr. Zenaida O. Vitasa, as she provides inspirational message for the participants of TGP seminar workshop. PLEDGE OF A JOURN. Participants of the annual The Gears Publication Seminar Workshop delivers the journalist creed with heart and conviction.

Writer | Maria Micahela Casantusan Photo | April Lian Albong

Focusing on the enhancement of journalistic skills, The Gears Publication (TGP) convened at the Student Service Function Hall for its annual Seminar Workshop for the first phase of Campus journalism seminar workshop, October 17-18.

ENHANCING MEDIA LITERACY AND JOURNALISTIC SKILLS

To develop the abilities of the young journalists, competitions in writing, photojournalism and artistry were given to the participants after every lecture. Speakers were invited to facilitate the training namely: Jan Aldous Viriña, Westlhey Canonigo, Joyce Ann Fabula, Ma. Xena Bautista, Rayns Keneth Ampon, April Lian Albong, Joseph Andrew Algarne and Adrian Cada.

The seminar-workshop covered various categories such as News writing, Feature Writing, Opinion Writing, Editorial Writing, Sports Writing, DevComm (Development Communication) Writing and Literary Writing.

In addition, Photojournalism, Editorial Cartooning, Comics Stripping and Graphics Illustration serve as the contests for media and arts category.

“ The purpose of this training is not only in writing but also sa iba’t-ibang field of journalism, at the same time ma-improve na rin yung skills nila” said by Mrs. Susanna Rose A. Labastilla, coordinator of The Gears.

IN PHOTO: Joseph Andrew Algarne leading the recitation of Journalist creed.

KEY TO GLOBAL COMPETITIVENESS

The seminar serves as the start of taking responsibilities as a journalist and to prepare the students to be mentally and physically ready.

“Gagaling ka once you commit yourself, hindi lang sa pagsususlat o pagdo-drawing pero pati narin sa buhay mo, at least alam mo na how it feels like to be time pressured, mentally pressured, and physically pressured. But your commitment really matters at syempre continue lang sa pag improve sa sarili, our skills are limitless, promise may mga bagay kayong madidiscover na kaya mo pala gawin, not just on talent pero maaring sa skills mo sa pakikipag kapwa-tao, pakikipag usap, at kung ano ano pa,” stated by Engr. Joshua Aquino, former TGP Editor-inChief 2018.

SCHOLASTIC FORMATION. Scholars of LSPU-SCC exhibits patriotism in the DOST-SEI Project.

Calabarzon, NCR DOST scholars unite in 2019 Scholar’s Formation Awakes patriotism

Writer | Elexandra Labutap Photo | Shane Kieth Doria

Delegates from the three universities from Calabarzon and NCR were invited to join the DOST-SEI Filipino Patriots Project: 2-Day Scholar’s Formation that aims to motivate nationalism among the scholars of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST).

Scholars were expected to return service for the country after pursuing their chosen professions.

With a goal of helping potential scholars in need, Josette T. Biyo, Director of Science Education Institute said that she will be looking for these people and give what SEI can offer.

“We have now reached 98% of municipalities with scholars, out of the 1,665 municipalities, 36 municipalities na lang ang walang scholars, but in 2020, gusto naming maging 100%,” she said during her opening remarks. Moreover, Geraldo S. Petilla, Resource Person of DOST-NRCP talked about the importance of leadership among the scholars as they are expected to become future leaders for the country.

“There is a leadership shortage. We are losing a lot of leaders, ‘pag walang leaders, babagsak ang Pilipinas,” he said.

Scholars were tasked to do community service and present a solution tree analysis in order to solve the problems faced by the rural communities.

The program also highlighted the Pledge of Commitment as a patriot scholar, Candle Lighting Ceremony and the Pinning and awarding of certificates as the 26th batch, named SEITAMA.

ECESS Supervises Free Technical Seminar Empowers Knowledge about Power Electronics

Writer | Gwenn Leynes Photo | Joanna Peñones

Discussing lessons about sources of power and power electronics, the Electronics Engineering Students Society (ECESS) conducted a free seminar for all electronics engineering students of Laguna State Polytechnic University, October 28.

Engr. John Andrew Manacop, Excel Review Center training instructor, talked about his experiences and shared his knowledge in accordance with the event’s theme, “Advancement in Electronics Technology: Power in Electronics”.

Manacop pointed out sources of energy such as solar energy, wind energy, human power and geothermal energy.

“The moment you realized you want to become an engineer, you’ll want to know better...,” he said.

The event also serves as an avenue to acknowledge the newly passed Electronics Engineers (ECE) and Electronics Technicians (ECT) from the recently concluded October Licensure Examination. Moreover, Engr. Joshua D. Aquino, ECT, one of the 15 passers of the said examination, provided the students tips on how to pass the examination.

“Gawin mong center ng buhay mo si God, not at time na dahil kailangan mo siya, pero dito you’ll appreciate things even more mula sa Kanya,” he explained.

The seminar also introduced Excel Review Center as one of the largest and most successful ECE and ECT review center in the Philippines, producing the highest rating of passers every year adding that the 34 topnotches in the last 5 ECE board exams (2016-2018) were from this review center.

CAS EMPOWERS YOUTH

LEADERS Writer | Vhic Luzano Photo | Micaella Cruz

GLIMPSE OF ENJOYMENT. Despite of the blazing heat, CAS students actively participates in their Team Building activities with glee and enjoyment.

IN PHOTO: Ross Matthew A. Omega, LPT, as he gave his talks about being a leader for the students during the CAS seminar.

Leadership development and actions for camaraderie were taught to the 81 participants who gathered for the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Seminar 2019, October 24.

Participants and organization officers embraced diversity to achieve team cooperation with the theme “Bridging the gaps and empowering youth leadership”.

“Be a smart dreamer… eclectic… actions with attitude… because now is the history of tomorrow,” Dr. Mary Jane D. Fuentes, OIC Dean College of Arts and Sciences, said in her message to students.

Ross Matthew A. Omega, LPT, cultivated the impact of attitude in becoming a good leader and its strategic ways.

“Ang pagiging isang leader kailangan munang ma form ang attitude… para ma form ang leadership… ito ang personality mo as a public figure,” Omega explained. “Lahat tayo ay isinilang na malikhain… bilang art advocate kailangan natin ipag patuloy ang sining para mag bigay ng inspirasyon, bilang isang leader tayo dapat ay may adbokasiya,” Baldemor expressed.

The event also included the awarding of winners such as: The outstanding leader of the day was awarded to Elex Labutap, Mark Angelo Rosario as LiCAS na aktibo, Jane Magda for the certificate of LiCAS na palakaibigan and the LiCAS na masayahin was bestowed on Verlyn Senadan.

Also, the strongest group in team building activities was recognized for showcasing a genuine camaraderie.

“Ang main goal namin ay ang pagbuklod-buklodin ang CAS… sa kabila ng pagkakaiba ng program, paniniwala at pananaw marapat pa ring mangibabaw… ang kaunlaran”, Siger Penicate, CAS student organization president concluded.

Penicate denoted that one of the most important rules of becoming a good leader is to get to know themselves.