The NORSUnian 5th Issue 2014 - 2015

NORSU turns 10 Vol.XXXII Issue No. 5

By Dayanara Villalon and Irish Mae S. Cuaresma

N E G R O S ORIENTAL STATE University marked its 10 th Charter Day Anniversary on June 25.

The celebration was graced by two local prominent speakers, Silliman University-College of Education Dean Earl Jude Paul Cleope and former Negros

Oriental third district congressman Herminio Teves, who are both natives of Dumaguete City. Before the messages were delivered, a thanksgiving mass was celebrated by Fr. Enrique Balongag. (See p.4 for related story on new chaplain.)

“One Vision, One Identity, One University Towards ASEAN Integration,” was the theme of the celebration.

Cleope said, in his speech that NORSU over a decade has kept its

reputation as a university for poor but deserving students. He added that the greatest challenge for NORSU is the phrase in its theme that states “one identity”.

“NORSU wishes to produce, to live up with the competency and quality reference standard of the ASEAN quality framework,” he stressed.

Cleope included in his speech the NORSU TURNS 10... page 3

NORSU celebrates 10th Charter day with the theme “One Vision, One Identity, One University: Towards ASEAN integration.” Speakers include Hon. “Meniong” Teves, NORSU President Don Vicente Real and Dr. Cleope. (Photo by Kendrex B. Pael)

June 30 - July 5, 2014

Architecture gets 84.62% LEA passing rate

By Irish Mae S. Cuaresma N E G R O S O R I E N TA L S TAT E University performed high in June 2014 Licensure Examination for Architects (LEA) as it recorded a passing rate of 84.62 percent.

Out of 13 examinees from NORSU, 11 takers successfully passed LEA. These include Jeremiah Cyrus Adlao, Eugine Cadano, Dominic Dave Cardines, Kenric Catian, Diophine Culanag, Leony Dagoy, Aga Hinaut, Kenn Lero, Mary Sharlene Malicay, Jerome Aorianne Mission and Jan Megazar Sanchez.

Malicay, one of the passers, said she is happy that her efforts and sacrifices were not wasted. She also said she is thankful for her instructors who are the main reasons behind passing the board exam.

College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA) Dean Joseph Vill Villanueva said the result of this year’s batch of passers is higher compared to the results of the past two years.

Villanueva said the quality education of CEA and the hardwork of the students were the reasons why they achieved a high passing rate. “The main factors why the takers pass the board exam are, first, the good foundation of the major subjects that have been taught to students and second is the students’ hardwork for completing all the requirements,” he said.

The dean advised the students of CEA who will soon take different board exams to “study hard and review the basic lessons about the subject and Mathematics.”

France Jaydon Igot, a fourth year Bachelor of Science in Architecture (BS Arch) student, said she is proud of the achievement of the passers for they are bringing the name of the school.

He added that due to the said achievement, she is motivated to study harder to pass the LEA soon.

There are 1,100 out of 1,803 examinees all over the country who passed the June 2014 Licensure Examination for Architects held in Manila on June 13 and 15.

Norsunians demand New SG officers take oath library strict security

By Kimberly Rose E. Lumaya

SOME OF THE newly elected Federation of Student Government (FSG) officers of the NORSU main and external campuses have formally taken their oaths during the Charter Day ceremony on June 25.

By Nina Marie T. Pino

SOME NORSUNIANS REQUESTED for a strict security after a report on lost money took place in the baggage area of the university library.

Last June 9, the victim, junior Education student, Sylvia Quio, lost her 500-peso bill after she left her bag in the baggage area of the library.

“Maka-frustrate jud kay pag-adto namo sa University Security Office, giingnan ra mi nga one year pa daw ma-solve among problema,” she intensely expressed.

Quio suggested to the security office to properly ensure the function of the Close Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras for future justification of any lost cases in the area. “Ang ako ra unta kay mailhan kung kinsay nanguha para dili na mausob ng hitaboa,” she said hoping that her case will be justified for good.

For a library student-assistant, James Catada, it is better if the CCTV in the library operates well. In addition, he said students should be accountable with their personal belongings.

Meanwhile, Naomi Delos Santos, sophomore BS Accountancy student commented, “At least unta, naa na puy usang tawo nga mubantay didto para mabantayan kung kinsay nangawat para ma lessen ang kawatanay. Dili kay pasagdaan nila abi kay bags ra ng naa didto, naa bya puy mga valuable things didto.”

Sought for his side, University Security Management Office (USMO) Head Benjamin

Representing NORSU main campus one is Rojan Talita, a Bachelor of Secondary Education student. He was elected as the Federation of Student Government (FSG) president.

Records show that Talita was the elected vice president of the Student Government of Dumaguete City-I (SGDC-I) during the election held last school year, however, due to some legal issues concerning the elected president, Harold Pelaez, he was automatically promoted to assume the duty and responsibility of the latter.

In an interview with TN, the new FSG President said the student leaders need to move on with the current issues in the university so

that they will be able to serve the studentry for the better. “It doesn’t mean that all issues are disregarded, it should be settled of course,” he said.

Talita furthered, in his administration, he will practice transparency and accountability.

He shared he will focus more on studentofficers relationship. “It should be tightened.

Kanang mas klaro for the student’s welfare, our welfare,” he said.

When asked about his plans, Talita said, “My plans are more on activities and programs na ma-involve ang mga students like seminars, symposiums, educational tours and other exposures on national, cultural and educational aspects.”

External Campuses-SG officers’ plans Meanwhile, during the oath taking some of the SG officers from external campuses also NEW SG OFFICERS... page 4

Students in the baggage area check their bags as they leave the library. (Photo by Mayette Hanna F. Diez)

Valencia said, “As of June 23, naa na koy gisugo para mag poste diha in the name of Jason Alviola, a fresh graduate of BS Criminology.”

Meanwhile, Valencia revealed five out of 14 CCTVs are no longer functional, including the one that is installed near the library. He added, “Even if the camera is working we NORSUNIANS DEMAND... page 4

Student leaders: The newly elected Federation of Student Government (FSG) officers raise their right hands during the oath taking ceremony. (Photo by Kendrex B. Pael)

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Used less “To ensure absolute safety for the protection of life and properties of the university,” is one of the started missions of the University Security Management Office or USMO. It is commendable that since the existence of the Office of Security Matters, the former name of USMO, until the present, the office continuously provides us the security services we deserve such as the checking of IDs and dress code, guarding the entrance and exit gates, roving around the campus and the like.

Last June 9, a theft incident which took place in the university library was reported to USMO. As the security body, they were expected to immediately make some actions and investigation to it. Sad to say that upon receiving the complaint, the said victim was dismayed when USMO told her that the investigation would last for one year.

Sought for USMO’s side, they revealed that the Closed-Circuit Television or the CCTV that was installed near the library was no longer operating, thus, it is truly difficult for them to trace the suspect. They added that even if the camera is working, they still cannot clearly see the culprit of the incident due to the CCTV’s high location.

To note, it was year 2009 when the CCTVs were installed in some areas of NORSU. These were obviously put up to monitor and record every single happening inside the campus. As of now, there are only 9 out of 14 CCTVs that are functional. If those cameras are defective and are no longer helpful, then, what’s the use of those?

Only for display? Or just a plain show that NORSU is embracing technology? Why were those CCTVs installed in a high location, if it suffers the quality of the video?

Stealing of property is a rampant case in the university, considering that several outsiders used to come in and out of the campus. May it be small or big amount involved, it should be properly monitored. Security guards cannot alone look out for every happening inside the university.

Thus, CCTVs are of great help.

After all, we still believe that USMO is doing their best to secure Norsunians’ lives and properties. The thing here is that, they just need to have equipment that will sufficiently assist them in implementing a better security for everyone.

Let us not wait for worse cases like risking the lives of Norsunians. As students and faculty, we are already old enough. Hence, we must be responsible in securing ourselves and our properties. Don’t stay late at night in school and never leave your valuable things unattended.

Ready to become tadpoles?

Okay! I won’t be boggling your minds with those plunder cases or those special treatments given to the steel-handed powerful ones—I’ll let superman deal with that. Instead, I’ll focus more on us, making ourselves ready and transform into tadpoles.

There have been commotions that our lands will be submerged into water. Tell you what! Our lands are actually on the process of achieving such thing— LITERALLY! As a matter of fact, we could expect to see our own boulevard submerged after one hundred years. Could you just imagine that our ice caps are melting in a fast pace, and we are the immediate victims. Or should I say, we accept the result of our own crazy actions.

Editor-in-Chief Joeylen A. de la Cruz Associate Editor Ariel B. Dizon News Editor Mary Grace G. Bornales Features Editor Kleine Jun B. Ontolan Arts and Graphics Unit Head Angelo K. Sastre Senior Reporters

Dayanara G. Villalon Kimberly Rose E. Lumaya • Meljean Dela Peña

Reaching 10 Years with Pride

Feature Writers

Recently, our university has come to its peak of achievement after it celebrated its10th Charter Day. Many, if not all, were anticipating for the so-called great event that was considerably important in the history of this institution. Thus, some activities like Eucharistic Mass and Convocation were done to commemorate the day when this establishment was converted into what everybody call it now as Negros Oriental State University.

NORSU, in its ten years of service, has continually changed a lot of lives and has created a venue for ones who were in search for a brighter future. The development it has for the current years is a sign that it has persevered a lot just to stand and ride a right track for excellence.

Attaining achievements in just ten years of existence is a great pride every Norsunian could be proud of. To count into pieces, these are the ten things that put a great name to NORSU. Proficient teachers. Would you study to a school with competent teachers? Well, include NORSU in your list because it always demands for masters and doctorates instructors that assured an expert workforce in delivering the quality education

Niña Marie T. Pino • Everon Joy P. Catanus Cartoonists

Karlo Billy S. Rubia • Joleos June S. Vegare Layout Artist

Alyana Wilma C. Molinos • Froiland D. Liu Photojournalists

Kendrex B. Pael Kent S. Mapula • Mayette Hanna F. Diez Webpage Developer

Jergo T. Acido Business Manager Marve G. Fabela Assistant Business Manager Princess D. Ebo Staff Secretary Richel Mae S. Dennison Circulation Managers Dennis M. Ybañez

Adviser Joy G. Perez, Ph.D. Contributions, comments, and letters are most welcome.

Articles must be typewritten or computer encoded, doublespaced and with sender’s full name and signature.

Lately, heavy rains had attacked our modern and industrialized jungle. And we can’t hide the fact that the aftermath was worse than the past seasons. Rains where stronger than usual. Drizzles grew bigger than the past. And if it rains, even for just a very short period of time, expect to have clogged drains, heavy traffic, sole-to knee-deep water, wet clothes, and even stinky shoes. Expect even to arrive home with your things wet. Yet we always blame Her for the misfortune.

Don’t worry because I won’t be messing with giving you lectures on how to stop doing the illegal nature killing stuff, because we are almost on the peak of excellence if that’s the basis. Apologies, but I think that we are unstoppable. And I think that we are still enjoying doing the slow killing stuff.

Now, if these things continue to evolve in a way that drizzles will turn into thunderstorms and shower rains will be dominated with cyclones. What would you expect? You may either ride on speedboats as means of transportation. Or build floating houses and malls that are as soft as cotton balls, and floats like styros. Or better yet, buy submarines and tour the remains of our submerged Capitol building.

Whether we like it or not, our world’s environmental condition is getting worse. Whether we like it or not, nature develops the ability to evolve into more cataclysmic being.

Whether we like it or not, our land will be submerged into unimaginable amount of water. Whether we like it or not, nature is slowly claiming to rule our world. Good thing if we people has the ability to evolve into more adaptable creatures. And if we have the ability to do so, expect to transform into tiny black disgusting swimming tadpoles. to its student.

Home of Achievers. For the passing years, NORSU has been continually producing countless products that were not just mere passers, but were also competent enough to excel in the workplace of national and international level.

Variety courses offered. Being the only state university in the province, NORSU has provided many courses and programs for preference of the varying needs of the community.

Scholarship grants. The university has become the catering school for those poor but deserving students of other institutions. Individuals with intellectual capabilities who lack educational support could apply for scholarship grants offered by LGUs, NGOs or even the university itself.

Beneficial services. There are lots of opportunities and services enjoyed by a typical Norsunians. These are offered to improve the spiritual, mental and health condition or even the holistic aspect of every individual in the university.

Affordable tuition. If you happen to inquire for tuitions of Silliman, St. Paul’s and other universities, you can obviously see a big difference of NORSU from those mentioned schools.

Yes, it is a government school but where in the province can you find a university with this low tuition rates?

Venue for Skills. Having the various organizations for skill development is a lead to a conclusion that NORSU is rich of talented students. Aside from skills, it also inculcate the traits of leadership to Norsunians who are willing to withstand the voice of the thousands students.

Infrastructure Advancements. Together with the increase of its age, NORSU has also developed many infrastructures in its premises. Several advancements were established to create a better learning environment for its students.

Quality education. Everything mentioned earlier is an indication for a quality education. By setting standards through accreditation, the university can assure that the different programs and courses it offered are of valuable instruction and trainings.

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“And God blessed them, and God said unto them, be fruitful and multiply, and replenish the earth the subdue it.”—Genesis 1:28 KJV One of the most controversial, if not recent issues that our world is facing today is teen pregnancy. Everywhere we go, we see and hear rumors and testimonies from our friends and acquaintances about someone getting pregnant at a very young age. What makes it more depressing is the fact that these teenagers are usually not married with their boyfriends yet.

This issue was very rare but as time passed by, this issue has gone “epidemic”. To whom do we put the blame on? Is this what God meant when He said, “Go to the world and multiply?”

In a survey conducted by the National Statistics Office (NSO), the number of teenagers getting pregnant has doubled from 125,270 in 2000 to 206,574 in 2010. Moreover, another survey done by the National Youth Commission reveals that the Philippines ranks number 3 in Southeast Asia in the incidence of teenage pregnancy as of 2013.

The provokers One tangible reason why teen pregnancy occurs is the fact that teenagers are engaging themselves in premarital sex. Well, they are that curious to try new things, without even considering the effects or outcomes it will have on them and on their families and loved ones. They are only limiting themselves to present pleasure without thinking what will happen to their lives and their future.

Aside from this, some teenagers have that mindset that premarital sex is a trend that needs to be followed. This is definitely a violation of the law of God. Another cause of teen pregnancy is the influence that mass media and the new technology is offering our world today.

It’s very frustrating to know that some movies and TV shows are displaying and promoting these immoral acts and influencing teenagers that premarital sex is okay as long as you don’t get caught and you don’t get pregnant. If you go online, you can also find pornographic sites that patronize the same things. Well, only if you’re fond of doing so.

Embracing the consequences Teenagers are not supposed to get pregnant because of their age. However, it’s very alarming that children age 13-17 get pregnant every year.

An article by Julia Bodeeb states that teen pregnancy is a challenge especially that teens lack skills and knowledge in handling pregnancy and motherhood. Research also shows that children of teen parents would most likely have notable developmental delays.

Medical complications may also occur during teen pregnancy and these include anemia, toxemia, high blood pressure, placenta previa and premature birth of the baby.

It’s very common that whenever teens are faced with this kind of dilemma, the initial response is to solve this problem. Generally, teen pregnancy causes depression. This is very common to teens who are very desperate to solve their problem. Some would resort to abortion for fear of early parenting while others commit suicide.

Physical Effects of Teen Pregnancy According to Julia Bodeeb, changes in the physical appearance are usually observable during pregnancy. This includes: 1. Increase in body weight 2. Increase in foot size 3. Increase in breast size 4. Darkening of the cheeks and forehead So if you don’t want to look like a 40-year old wrinkled ladybug, will you please think twice before doing the addictive, curiosity satisfying act?

“I knew from the start he wasn’t worth it. But I still let him play with me. Because he gave me the illusion of being truly loved.”

‘Oo kasabot ko! Pero nganong karun pa? When I finally admitted to myself I was falling for you?!’ I wanted to tell him that but I decided not to.

I recalled those times we spent together, those times he said those three special words to me. Maybe he really felt that, maybe he did not. I couldn’t tell anymore.

“Whenever magkita ta sa personal, ayaw ra baya ug kaawkward nko ha? Just feel the same parehas atong una tang nagkaila. And friends man pud ta diba?” he texted.

It hurts. False love hurts. I thought he was the one who would place my heart back together. I was wrong. He shattered my slowly healing heart into so many pieces again.

But I also know it was my own fault. Karma as we call it I guess. I believed his words, his promises, his lies.

The next day, we met because of our group where we were both members of. All throughout the day I ignored him and he did ignore me as well. It was like we didn’t exist in each other’s world. Maybe for now, this was the best. We haven’t had our closure, and I doubt that will happen any time soon. But maybe someday I would gain the courage to talk to him again.

I’m still hoping that we will somehow go through this challenge.

A preacher once said, “Guard your heart! Don’t fall for those three famous words, ‘I love you’, instead, wait for the ‘I DO’.”

While writing this, I remembered something else.

My ex-boyfriend once told me, “You can tell someone ‘I love you’, ‘Aishiteru’, ‘Iche leibe dich’, ‘saranghae’ even if

“Can we go back to zero?” With just one text, he was able to destroy my heart. It was like someone had grabbed hold of it and squeezed it painfully. ‘Sakit ra diay gihapon?’ was the only thing that came into my mind. All I could think was that he wanted to forget the memories we shared, the feelings we’ve confessed—that he wanted to forget me.

“If I tell you no, will we still be together? Mahal ra gihapon ko nimo? Or ipipilit mong ‘back to zero’ na ta?” I texted him back.

“Back to zero means mu balik ta sa status nga friends, since di man pud diay pwede ang mag-M.U. Who knows, magka-developay ta ug mu-strong pa ato relationship puhon. Una pa bitaw kong mugraduate nimo,”he replied.

While sitting in front of the computer, I began remembering my past relationship—my first boyfriend. The memories that had locked up inside me returned in front of my mind. The happiness, the love… and then I remembered the pain and sadness I felt before when we broke up. In front of everyone, I stood strong and emotionless, but inside, I was too soft; I loved too sincerely, too deeply. And I fell hard!

I was afraid of what I knew was going to happen.

I told him I was scared to lose him by my side, to lose his live. And yet, he told me I wouldn’t. He assured me he wouldn’t be developed with another person. He already made his decision and I have to accept that.

“If love gud ko nimo, makasabot ka nako.”

Who do you put the blame on? I am addressing this question to those who have experienced premarital sex and those who became parents at a very early age. Well if you ask me, never blame God, or your parents, or anybody but BLAME YOURSELVES for surrendering your virginity at this early stage. For those who have not experienced these things yet, resist temptation before it consumes you.

Teenage pregnancy must be stopped once and for all.

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Dear TN,

I am this type of girl who doesn’t talk too much with my peers. I cannot go along with them every now and then because I am afraid that I will just be left behind with their chats. So, could you please give an advice on how can I become more confident with them and does not feel so inferior and how can I improve my self-confidence towards other people?—Jane Hi Jane! Do you always have that feeling even when you are with your long-time friends? Because if you do then you really don’t have to feel uneasy, your friends will understand. Being quiet and shy does not mean you have to go loud and loquacious. But if you are that persistent to connect with them, then you should take courage and make efforts. Go for a try. Talk with them [about studies, school and individual interests].Work on improving yourself. Remove all negativities within, and affirm yourself regularly. This way, you can boost your self-confidence and act better towards people.

Remember, they might also feel the same way as you do. You must consider that all people bear different personalities. “Believe you can and you're halfway there.” ― Theodore Roosevelt

desires of all universities to produce ideal graduates who are ready for the unchartered territory of an ASEAN Economic Community in 2015.

“We need to set our outcomes to internationally accepted graduate capability,” Cleope said.

Moreover, the speaker also mentioned the five areas of ASEAN 2015 which include Internalization of Degree, Industry Centric Accreditation, International Recognition of Degree, Mutual Recognition of Degree and the Outcomes Based Education Based Accreditation System.

“For by ASEAN integration an institution will be united having a deeply rooted sense of identity to produce graduates who are not just prepared for employment but preparing individuals for the future responsibility of making this world something better the last time we saw it,” Cleope ended.

Meanwhile, Teves, who was also the author of the law converting CVPC to NORSU, congratulated the university for its ten fruitful years of existence. He also shared a brief inspirational message for the whole university.

“I’m happy for the creation of NORSU,

Congratulations!” Teves stressed.

On the other hand, University President Don Vicente Real was pleased with the presence of every individual who joined the celebration.

“Without everybody, NORSU cannot go forward and cannot exist as what it is right now, so thank you and congratulations to us,” Real said.

Merry Chris Libaton, a senior Bachelor of Science in Office System Management student, said she was delighted with the remarks of Dr. Cleope which includes the ASEAN 2015.

“I was very informed with regards to the things he [Dr. Cleope] spoke about especially the K12 which he revealed to exist in the year 2011 and not in 2012, she said.

“It was an informative event yet very spectacular, for I was able to see the author behind the NORSU creation under Republic Act 9299 which was Herminio Teves,” said Maribeth Larena, a Criminology student.

Marikit Piñero, a Bachelor of Science in Business Management student, greeted NORSU for its 10 years. “Congratulations NORSU, and more Charter Days to come,” she said.

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Media agencies praise Mass Comm interns GIVING PRIDE AND honor to Negros Oriental State University, some media agencies in Negros Oriental and Cebu praised the students of the Mass Communication Department after they completely finished their internship last summer.

GMA-7 Cebu senior reporter, Nikko Sereno, who was also the supervisor of their intern, Princess Ebo, commended her good performance.

“You can see her willingness to learn and her interest in the field. There’s less supervision needed since she’s responsible enough and could easily grasp instructions. Okay kaayo iya outputs and news scripts,” he said.

Sereno added that their interns were exposed to news programs like Balitang Bisdak and Bueno Mano, both morning shows in GMA-7 Cebu.

Romulo Amarado, the anchor of the morning radio program Tug-anan sa Power 91 in DYGB also complimented their station’s interns, Wilrose Reyes, Afrilyn Ib-ib and Mariz Cellona.

“Okay kaayo ang ilang performance that’s why the management offered them [the interns] to continue working on the station,” he said.

Meanwhile, Bryan Roy Padilla, News Editor of The Freeman commended their intern, Joeylen de la Cruz, for coping up with the environment. Padilla shared, “Joeylen was able to cope up with the situation of being the only Norsunian out of 15 interns.”

He added, “She is also eager to learn and was open to the criticism of her stories. She was able to follow instructions and requests for additional information promptly and cheerfully.

She asked for assignments and stayed until her stories were edited.”

For Nico Delfin, a senior reporter of ABSCBN Bacolod praised the performance of their intern, Wella Mariz Mirasol. “Mirasol conducts herself well during news coverage. I remember

she went along with our crew on a graveyard shift and she stood with us, did shoot questions and gathered separate notes of her own among our interviewees. Her thoughts are organized,” he said.

Moreover, Fr. Ramonito Maata, station manager of DYWC felt happy to have Jesu Niña Marie Alonso, Nikita Delfin, Chris Ian Jaudian, Aleah Janeth Regis and Mae Dailyn Villegas as their interns. He said they were very hardworking and have showed talents in drama aside from news reporting.

Mass Communication Department Chair Joy Perez was impressed and happy with the outcome and feedback of the supervisors of her students. She added this can be seen in the grades the interns got from their supervisors.

“The compliments are near to excellence,” she stressed.

Rizalyn Lumapguid, an intern also of

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Proud Norsunians. Mass Communication Department Head Dr. Joy G. Perez (center) together with her students (left to right) Wella Mariz Mirasol, Rizalyn Lumapguid, Princess Ebo, Nikita Delfin, Mariz Cellona, Afrilyn Ib-ib, Wilrose Reyes, Joeylen de la Cruz and Chris Ian Jaudian beam with pride as they take their poses on the camera. (Photo by Mayette Hanna F. Diez)

NORSU welcomes new university chaplain Negros Oriental State University (NORSU) welcomes Fr. Alfredo H. Bonocan Jr. as the new university system chaplain and multi-faith services minister during its 10th Charter Anniversary on June 25.

Fr. Bonocan or “Fr. Nonoy” was appointed by Most Rev. Julito B. Cortes, Doctor of Sacred Theology (STD) and Doctor of Divinity (D.D), Bishop of Diocese of Dumaguete, as per approval by University President Don Vicente C. Real. It was formally announced during the “Chrism Mass” held in Dumaguete Cathedral last April 15.

His formal installation in NORSU was presided by the Head of the Commission on Education of the Diocese Fr. Thadeu Enrique Balongag who is also the main celebrant of the Eucharistic celebration, during the 10th Charter Day of the university.

Sought for his advocacies, he said that he is adapting the program called “HEAVEN” of the Commission

GMA-7 Cebu, said there was a time when she felt surrendering due to the tiresome internship.

However, she added that all her sacrifices were paid off as she knew that she was also praised by her senior reporter. “Lami jud kaayo sa feeling,” she said.

Moreover, a Mass Comm intern of Power 91, Wilrose Reyes, expressed her feelings after finishing the on-the-job training. She said the experience was tiring, exciting, overwhelming, embarrassing and self-upgrading.

“Nakat-on sad ko how to broadcast, news log and interview both ambush and prearranged. I learned how to stay up late just to do my assigned news and wake up early to report to the radio station,” she continued.

As a whole, there were 12 mass communication students who have their internships in different media agencies. — By Meljean F. dela Peña

on Social Concerns spearheaded

by Fr. Burton Villarmente. He said, “H” stands for health, “E” for education, “A” for accountability and agriculture, V for volunteerism, “E” for employment and “N” for networking.

Aside from his assignment as the university chaplain, he is also one of the assigned priests of Sanctuario sa Pag-ampo, Bungtod sa Kabuluhanan Chapel in Ajong, Sibulan and at the same time the spiritual assistant of Siquijor Region’s Order of Franciscan Secular.

Junior Civil Engineering student Rodel De Castro articulated, “Spiritual life will be enriched kay ang uban nga mga students murag nalayo na sa Ginoo, naa puy possibilities nga ang mga good values ma-develop pa jud pag-ayo nila.”

Meanwhile, senior BSIT student Manuelito Pabillan said, “I am hoping nga he will be a good priest, then sana maka help pud siya especially sa spiritual guidance sa students.”— By Niña Marie S.Pino

CAFF main office to transfer to NORSU-Pamplona

THE COLLEGE OF Agriculture, Forestry and Fishery (CAFF) of Negros Oriental State University main campus two will transfer its main office to NORSUPamplona Campus.

According to CAFF Dean Franklin Retes, the relocation was due to the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and University of the Philippines’ (AACCUP’s) recommendation during its formal survey visit last year.

As a result to it, NORSU main campus two did not anymore accept CAFF enrollees during its first semester enrolment. “The freshmen enrollees taking up CAFF courses are already taking their courses and subjects in other NORSU satellite campuses like Pamplona and Bayawan,” Retes said.

Meanwhile, CAFF students from second to fourth year level will have to finish their studies in the main campus two until they graduate. “This is to officially transfer CAFF courses to Pamplona three years from now,” Retes stressed.

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Rev. Alfredo Bonocan, the new university chaplain. (Photo by Kent S. Mapula)

All of these things have brought NORSU to the torch of excellence. It may not mean to many, but for an individual who has a big heart for NORSU, these things really means a lot. I am referring to the Norsunians. Yes, it’s you. Perhaps now you don’t have yet internalized the fire burned by NORSU in your heart or you’re still ashamed of wearing your ID’s outside the university. Well, it’s a huge assurance that by the time you leave the four walls of this school; you will consider yourself an nth pride of NORSU.

stated their plans.

According to Johnel Francisco, an elected SG vice president from Siaton Campus, “We would like to engage students to various activities like recollection and academic activities.”

“We are planning to purchase projectors for CBA students and also look forward to the development of CBA training room.” Frankensteen Jarminan, an elected representative from the College of Business Administration (CBA), Bayawan Campus said.

College of Agriculture, Forestry and Fishery Main Campus II. (Photo by Kendrex B. Pael)

has started transferring some of its facilities to NORSU-Pamplona.

Studes and faculty speak Vicky Mari, a part time Forestry Instructor of CAFF said transferring to Pamplona was a benefit especially to students who are living near Pamplona.

“Pamplona has farms and it would be helpful for students to learn through the actual lessons, para ma-internalize and ma-apply jud nila,” Mari added.

A senior Bachelor of Science in Forestry (BSF) student, Faith Toledo shared her thoughts with regard to those continuing students. “At least, patiwason pa ang mga students from sophomores up to fourth year level,” she said.

Ma. Lourdes Rendal, another senior BSF student, said “We were given the chance to finish our studies here, so that’s a bonus already on our part.” — By Dayanara G. Villalon

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you don’t mean it. Okay lang kasi banyagang lenggwahe yan. But if you tell someone ‘Mahal kita’, pagsure nga mahal gud nimo siya, mahal gud ka niya, ug deserving siya para sa imong gugma. Because you’re one of a kind. You’re too cold to everyone but

when you begin to care for them, you let them destroy your heart. Ing-ana man ka ka-stupid—ka tanga.”

Boom Panes is a former varsity of NORSU before she quit because of health implications.

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cannot clearly see the culprit of the incident because its location is very high.”

As of the press time, Valencia said they are just waiting for the release of

the budget in order for them to fix the cameras. He also advised the students to bring with them their valuable things like wallets and cellphones whenever they enter the library.