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VICTORY! Miss High School, Lissa Patricia Duch, hugs Miss SPAG, Mary Ruth Risma, as she was overwhelmed with joy when proclaimed as Miss Silliman 2012 last August 24 at the Lamberto Macias Sports Complex. PHOTO BY Alexandra Iso
Admin sheds light on ‘ERAP Scholarship’
‘We thought his statement was the contract itself ’ – Fontelo by Maya Angelique B. Jajalla AFTER BEING MUM on the ERAP Scholarship issue last week, Vice-president for Finance and Administration, Prof. Cleonico Fontelo, explained how the university came up with the “Study Now Pay Later” (SNPL) scheme. SNPL, which came about after the supposed ERAP Scholarship did not materialize, was developed and introduced to the 17 scholars before the school year started in order for them to continue schooling until graduation. “[The university’s] concern at that time was for [the scholars] to be enrolled. It would be unfair if we extract money from them right
away,” Fontelo said. All 17 are graduating this school year. Fontelo said the scheme only covers their fourth year. He added that the university will “not collect anymore from the students” their unsettled balance for their first three years in college. Fontelo mentioned non-regular operating revenues, existing complementary scholarships and income from the Ticao property project as among those that will cover the 17 scholars’ three-year worth of account balance. Asked why “terminate” the scholarship just now (after six semesters of ignored bills), Fontelo answered: “Maybe it’s not really what prompted [the university]
to stop [the scholarship], but we are not pursuing anymore the request for payment from the ERAP foundation...Because three years I think is long enough.” He clarified that the university did not impose a deadline for payment. The 17 scholars were oriented about the situation and were consulted on when, based on their estimates, they can settle whatever balance is left in their account during their fourth year. “Some of them said that maybe they can pay by November 2013. It really depends on them,” Fontelo said. In the event the students fail to pay on or before their respective deadlines, the university “will not
pursue any action” but will “just remind the students” of their unsettled account. The ‘verbal contract’ “I offered that I give 20-30 scholars for Silliman University students for Agriculture...” were the words that started the so-called ERAP Scholarship. Fontelo said that the university started selecting students for the said scholarship on the basis of the words above, spoken by former president Joseph “Erap” Estrada last September 2008 at the Luce Auditorium. When SY 2009-2010 opened, the university already had 20 students for the said grant. “We thought that [his public statement] was strong enough
to implement the scholarship program...we thought that his statement was the contract itself,” Fontelo said. He added: “However, what came out was that, we have not received any remittance from the [ERAP] foundation. Until we found out later on that they were looking for a [written] contract...We were not told clearly that they will not fund. At the end of the [scholars’ third year in college], the university felt that maybe it will not be funded.” As of press time, the university has stopped sending statements of account to the ERAP Foundation. The administration, according to Fontelo, is still open for negotiations from the camp of the said foundation.~
Master guitarist performs in all string by Paulo M. Lim
FILIPINO GUITARIST COMPOSER and conductor Michael Dadap featured the Orchestra Sin Arco for Silliman Performs: Handulantaw held Thursday, August 26. In collaboration with the College of Performing and Visual Arts (COPVA), Michael Dadap conducted the Orchestra Sin Arco composed of mostly stringed instruments to perform the classics along with College Dean Elizabeth Susan Vista – Suarez, the Silliman University Gratitude and Goodwill
Ambassadors, and the Silliman University Campus Choristers. “We love our culture and it is through our music that we can express our sentiments strongly,” Dadap said. “I share this vision with Dean Suarez to build a unique ensemble of instruments, which is now known as Orchestra Sin Arco.” Handulantaw also presented various cultural exhibitions such as the Jota Manileña, performed by the Kahayag Dance Company, and a poetry reading with Myrna Peña - Reyes of Edith Tiempo’s poem, Bonsai, which was a tribute to the
late national artist for her death anniversary. Dadap added: “The best way to introduce good music to the young Filipino children is to teach them to play in the concept of an orchestra, but it is very expensive and it’s hard to get good teachers in local areas. So I thought that using stringed instruments and creating an orchestra of plucking instruments is the most viable practical thing to do to introduce the music.” Orchestra Sin Arco is a string orchestra trained by Mr. Dadap in 1999.~
Ma’am Odal, the candidates, the Ms. SU committee) were all comforting me. I then realized that everything happens for a reason, as I was able to use my stage slip as part of my answer in the Picture Analysis portion.” said Duch. Besting out her co-candidates, Duch said she didn’t see her “ates” as competition, rather, she viewed them as new friends she could bond with. Mary Ruth Kristine F. Risma from the School of Public Affairs and Governance was the First runner-up (Miss Cover Girl) of the pageant while Hallona Ember Sgundina Z. Jiddah from the College of Performing and Visual Arts was declared second runner -up (Miss Campus Headline Girl). Harlee Jell I. Tia from the College of Nursing and Jyl Rae B. Ramirez from the College of Business Administration came in third and fourth runner-up respectively.
Movie and television director Mario J. De Los Reyes chaired the Board of Judges. He was joined by Outstanding Sillimanian in the field of Urban Planning Dr.Efren Padilla, Rep. Cesar Jalosjos of the Third District of Zamboanga del Norte, former Miss Earth runnerup Ms April Joy Villanueva, and businesswoman Ms Audrey TanZubiri. The pageant went smoothly, however, the organizers were unable to provide Rep. Josy Limkaichong a seat upon her arrival. The Miss Silliman Committee did not disclose the reason behind the change of plans but they gave their assurance that they had explained the matter to the congresswoman stating that: “We have sent a letter of communication to Ma’am Josy explaining the circumstances behind what took place during the pageant night.” ~
KILL BILL. A beggar, together with her child, sits outside the church gates where an anti-RH Bill banner is placed. PHOTO BY Henzonly Hope Alboroto
Former DFA Sec talks Another Duch wins Miss Silliman on Scarborough issue
by Susanah Jane L. Lapa
MISS HIGH SCHOOL, Lissa Patricia Duch bagged this year’s Miss Silliman title last August 24 at the Lamberto Macias Sports Complex. Duch is the younger sister of Miss Silliman 2009, Glenna Christina Duch, who also represented the School of Basic Education that year. Despite her minor slip on stage, the younger Duch kept her grace and composure all throughout the night. She redeemed herself by using the incident as a strong point in her Picture Analysis portion explaining that a person always has to stand back up after falling. “Even before the pageant started, I told myself to prepare for the worst. When I got backstage, I won’t deny the fact that I did cry when I hugged my make-up artist, Tito Gerry, but they (the make-up artists, my mom,
by Roselle Louise L. Publico
“I DO NOT believe that we can maintain our claim on the Scarborough shoal by force of arms,” said the former Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Delia Domingo Albert as she presented her stand on the national controversy last August 24 at the Eminent Persons Lecture Series. “To pursue this only rational alternative, the Philippines has to be well prepared with the legal, diplomatic and scientific knowledge needed to undertake the steps of this challenge… To support our claim, the Philippines officially have been maintaining sufficient take on proximity to the area and secondly on international agreement and international law,” added Albert. She supported this statement by enumerating the legal bases of the country’s claim to these islands: the 1982 United Nations Convention of the Law of the Sea which governs issues of jurisdiction over land
adjoining water; The Treaty of Paris in 1898; The Philippine Constitution and The Republic Act of 9522 which provides one baseline around the archipelago and a separate baseline for a so-called “Regime of Islands” which claims Bajo de Masinloc or Scarborough Shoal within it. Albert also stressed the importance of peaceful negotiations: “Having spent more than 40 years in diplomatic work, I’m convinced that in this day and age most issues between nations, big or small, can be addressed through skilled, learned and dedicated diplomatic negotiation.” Having served as Undersecretary for International Economic Relations and Philippine Senior Official for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), Albert commended Silliman University’s strength in the field of environmental and marine science which led the school to be designated as the Center of Excellence in Coastal Research Management.~
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Come in People have doors in their lives that only they can open. Many knock. But the decision on whatever or whoever enters into their world remains in their discretion. The implementation of City Ordinance 231 last August 28 marks the beginning of the end of plastic’s long reign in our environment. Brown paper bags are now dominating grocery stores and fast food chains instead of non-biodegradable shopping bags that Dumaguetenos have used in the past. the Weekly Sillimanian supports the city’s initiative to go green by highlighting the use of brown paper bags and the likes. As consumers, we urge all Sillimanians to conform to the said ordinance and live a greener lifestyle. However, our school does not only mold good followers but good leaders, as well. We must not stop supporting what already exists. We must go the extra mile to create another lifestyle which will be followed in return. tWS believes that it’s also time for the university to fully adapt this plasticfree system in our own campus and set rules on its own regarding plastic usage regulation. We urge the university, especially the Student Government, to create policies and resolutions that will serve as standards by which our kiosks, stalls and canteens must follow. Instead of cellophane containers, all burgers and hotdogsin-buns sold inside the university premises must be contained in small carton boxes. These boxes, if thrown, can be decomposed easily. If kept, they can be recycled. It would even be better if the kiosks, stalls and canteens inside the campus will use biodegradable cups as containers of their wet goods. The university is known for its long-standing advocacy on environmental sustainability. It is just fitting that a closer look on its food stores – as they remain the students’ most-visited places in the campus – is done to ensure that small details are ironed out well. Also, instead of requiring students to place their projects in plastic folders and envelopes, teachers must encourage the usage of paper folders and envelopes. If we want to establish a greener campus lifestyle, our environment-friendly habits must start inside the classroom. Yes, they may just be small matters. But the greatest challenge in leading others and making them follow our own advocacy is to pay attention to tiny details. Oftentimes, it’s society which patterns certain systems and traditions from schools. But this time, the core of this ordinance is knocking on our university doors, like a lover knocking on a damsel’s heart. tWS opens the door. Now, are you willing to say “Come in”?
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sillimaniansspeak Compiled by John Lee D. Limbaga
“Do you agree with Senator Sotto’s lawyer when he said that plagiarism is a common practice and is okay in the Senate?” “No... They should be responsible to know the ethics of Journalism. In line with the case of the house bills, they can re-file the bill and put their name as the proponent as long as they respect and properly recognize the original proponent.” Krizia Magallanes, BSED-English IV “No, I can’t accept and I’m quite disappointed with our leaders knowing that they practice such thing inside the Senate, nevertheless, it’s good to know that he spilled out a portion of the truth. Now I know that there are some leaders not worth our trust.” Rene Maverick B. Martinez, BSPT III “I think that copying of ideas is good because it encourages creativity and spontaneity but proper consent should be done. I mean people are free to improve old ideas, right?” Anonymous, BSMT II “I do not agree. However, it is indeed a common practice but absolutely not acceptable in Senate. Practicing plagiarism in Senatorial gov’t is faking the Filipino’s trust.” Kriemheld Kriel Straecy Grace B. Bajar, BMC-I ** Next issue's question: “How would you rate the performance of the Student Government so far?” For your answers, just text the Circulation Manager 09265304941 and indicate your full name (with middle initial), course and year.
In an open letter to the CBCP, several supporters of the RH Bill told the true story of a mother whose life could have been saved by programs in the RH bill: “Olivia was a quiet woman who kept to herself, and lived in the poor community of Barangay Tonsuya, Letre, Malabon. She was only eighteen when she got married, and after just a few years had nine children. Because she had no money, she delivered her tenth child at home, helped by a traditional birth attendant. Her youngest was delivered alive, but Olivia bled profusely afterwards. Abigail, her thirteen-year old eldest child, was feeding her then. In between sobs, Abigail said that Olivia stopped eating, spilled her drink, and shortly bade her farewell with the words: Abigail, take care of all your siblings.” Olivia died on May 2, 2009. She was only 37 years old. After her death, Abigail and her two other siblings dropped out of school. The three youngest children, including the baby, are due to be given up for adoption.” The letter pleads, “How many stories of Olivias must we tell you before you believe? How many more Olivias need to die before you sympathize?” In all the months of heated debate on the RH Bill, the Catholic Church and its allies have misrepresented the actual text of the bill in every which way, spouting statements based on mere opinion and hearsay, such as “the bill promotes promiscuity,” “contraceptives are abortifacients,” “the Philippines is not overpopulated,” and the particularly blatant lie, “condoms do not protect against sexually transmitted infections
Pro-RH is pro-life including HIV/AIDS.”.These statements may convince those who follow these supposed leaders blindly, but we Sillimanians, as students of a prestigious institution of higher learning, ought to be more critical of the data and opinions presented to us and find out the truth for ourselves. By “truth,” I am referring to facts, supported by evidence gained through valid scientific and epidemiologic study. The Reproductive Health Advocacy Network (RHAN) gives us a few of those: 11 women die daily due to pregnancy
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complications; 21 additional newborns die daily due to birth spacing of less than 1 year; 700 teen-aged girls give birth every day; and there were 3 HIV cases per day documented in February 2010. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that complications arise in 15% of pregnancies , serious enough to hospitalize or kill women. From the 2 million plus live births alone, some 300,000 maternal complications occur yearly. This is 7 times the DOH’s annual count for TB, 19 times for heart diseases, and 20 times for malaria in women. Unintended pregnancies precede almost all induced abortions. Of all unintended pregnancies, 68% occur in women without any family planning method, and 24% happen to those using traditional methods like withdrawal or calendar-
abstinence. The RH Bill seeks to improve these statistics by preventing unintended pregnancies; helping couples achieve their desired family size (through natural or artificial means); supporting and deploying more public midwives, nurses and doctors; guaranteeing funding for and equal access to health facilities; and giving accurate and positive sexuality education to young people. It does NOT promote abortion or sexual promiscuity. Dr. Walden Ursos wraps it up succinctly: “The Bill is not for those who can afford and who have the access to the methods. The Bill is for the marginalized sector of society who cannot afford and have no access for free services. The bill is intended to allocate budget and other financial support for the said program through making it into a law, just like breast feeding and immunization. Every woman in this country has the right to health and that can be made real by giving them an informed choice on how to appropriately space their pregnancies and lactation.” With that, I urge all Sillimanians to read the entire bill itself and be aware of the facts surrounding this issue before forming an opinion on the RH Bill. Let us put into practice the Via, Veritas, Vita: to know the right WAY, we must first find out the TRUTH, in order to make decisions that affect our LIFE and that of others. ~ Editor’s Note: This is the second part of the Weekly Sillimanian RH Bill discussion – the counterpart of Reformed Gadfly’s Anti-RH bill column published last issue.
Purpose Driven Criticisms
Editor-in-chief Maya Angelique B. Jajalla Associate Editor Mariella S. Bustamante News Editor Katrin Anne A. Arcala Features Editor Michiko Je M. Bito-on Business Manager Justin Val R. Virtudazo Senior Writer Samantha L. Colinco News Writers Jelanie Rose T. Elvinia, Kriztja Marae G. Labrador, Paulo M. Lim, Susanah Jane L. Lapa, Jairah Sheila Joy F. Hernani, Roselle Louise L. Publico Feature Writers Roberto Klemente R. Timonera, Julia Andrea C. Abrenica, Shadid R. Sidri, Royanni Miel Hontucan Photojournalists Melissa Alexandra B. Pal, Karin Louise Q. Nietes, Alexandra Diane L. Iso Cartoonist Rea Samantha P. Migullas Circulation Manager John Lee D. Limbaga Office Manager Princess Jezrael A. Frondozo Web Manager Federico B. Martinez VII Layout Artist Jae Jireh P. Nejudne Adviser Warlito Caturay Jr.
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The world will never move without criticisms. A teacher would not grade his/ her student without rubrics. A tabulator cannot calculate the results from the numbers he/she tabulated without subjective criteria. Then why do we need to make criticism a problem? From the column that I wrote last Founders issue, I encountered a lot of criticisms from my colleagues. I understand their points because they have their own views and perspectives. A flawed column, after all, hurts the Sillimanian eyes like red ink on their test papers. I intentionally made the said column erroneous because I wanted to know how students would react upon reading such article, if they ever read at all. I respect their views about fluency because they have their own philosophies about perfection. Indeed, it is a normal biological
reaction for humans to respond to a certain stimulus. It is true that man by nature is not pathetic, because he/she anticipates every single action of the people surrounding him/her. In fact, I’m very glad to hear their comments because at least they care about it.
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At least they’re not “way paki” (apathetic). This would somehow prove that apathy is not really the brand of today’s generation. Criticisms are very helpful for each person working in an office, teaching in a classroom, and leading public office. Without them, the world will be full of people who wouldn’t make the effort to improve themselves. We, then, would
not be more effective in our respective households, schools, workplaces and even in society itself. Without criticisms, change and progress would cease to exist. the Weekly Sillimanian and its staff lives on criticisms. It serves as our bread and butter every week. You critique the paper. We critique the students. We critique the administration. We critique ourselves. I would also want to reiterate to the readers that having flaws is part of growing up. It is not a downfall of a hardworking person.I am glad to know that many have read my column last week and that many have identified and responded to the grammatical errors in it. May we all use our “active eyes on mistakes” positively – not to destroy but to construct something for the better. We certainly treated yours as the latter. We must all do. ~
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Going Green at Home M by Shadid R. Sidri
ore and more people are realizing the value of the three R’s: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. Here at the Weekly Sillimanian, we like doing our part to help out the environment. You, the reader, can play a part as well. How you ask? The very newspaper you are reading right now can be reused and recycled by you. Find out how by using this list of ten ways to reuse an old copy of the Weekly Sillimanian. 1. Paper crafts/Paper Mache Using old copies of the Weekly Sillimanian, you can make all sorts of crafts. All you need is to make a paste by mixing 1 part flour to 5 parts w at e r. Boil it for
about 3 minutes and let it cool. Next, find an object to be the foundation of your craft. For example, you want to make a paper mache hat. Find a balloon to be your foundation. Cut strips of paper and layer them around the balloon in the shape of a hat. Every time you put down a strip of paper, brush a layer of the paste over the paper. Keep doing this until you have your desired shape. Let it dry overnight. Once it’s dry, pop the balloon to remove it and paint your hat. You have now made your own hat! 2. Origami At one point or another, we have all tried fiddling around with paper trying to make paper airplanes or paper hats. Why not take a step further and try to make more intricate paper figures using origami a.k.a. the art of folding paper. You can make paper cranes, p a p e r windmills and
so much more. 3. Fruit Cover If you happen to have a fruit tree in your house or elsewhere, this newspaper might just be what you need. By wrapping your fruit in paper, you trap the ethylene gas and allow the fruit to ripen quicker. There is also the added bonus of protecting the fruit from pests and environmental hazards. 4. A scrapbook Every issue of the school paper has something new to offer. If there are articles that you like, comics that impress you or pictures that you want to keep, why not cut out the parts that you like and put them in a scrapbook ? 5. Packaging cushions If you are packing up fragile objects from one place to another, you would want to protect it from getting damaged on the trip. If you line the container you are using with crumpled newspapers, it would help absorb the impact and keep your valuables safe. 6. Window/screen cleaners This might seem strange, but even newspapers are great for cleaning screens or windows. Paper has the advantage of cleaning glass without
of three, and she was the middle child. She recalled how her father was stricter with her. Her theory: because her Chinese features made her look more a child of her father, who was Chinese, compared to her siblings, she was her father’s favorite. Although Tessie did not deny her being a strict mother, her soft spot prevailed. “I want my children to see my family intact. I want them to feel that they have their mommy and their daddy to take care of them. I want them to feel that they can always go back to the house and find somebody there. And I am there. When they go home, somebody is there – that is my philosophy,” she said. She graduated from Silliman with an undergraduate degree in Nursing in 1971, and completed her Masters in Maternal Child Nursing. There were scholarships within her reach to pursue her doctoral studies in the United States, but Tessie could not afford to leave her children and her husband, Walter, whom she married in 1973 while a still staff nurse at the SUMC.
The true to life tales that came straight from the mouths of the people closest to her were enough for me, who have never met her before, to understand who she was and who she will always be . “I do my best to make people feel important by just talking to them. That’s the way that I can make them become empowered. I am able to boost their self-confidence. I believe through that, they can function very well in this organization.” These were some of the best words that came from her. This was a clear statement of her love towards the people around her whom she treated well, not because she was the dean but because she was their sister, their faimly. And this is something that most people would definitely miss so much and would be looking for. During an internview with Mrs. Barbra Lyn A. Galvez, one of her closest friends, she spoke of Tessie with sorrow in her eyes: “She treated us more than just a dean. She’s someone who inspires you to
leaving any residue unlike cloth, which leaves lint. 7. Gift wrappers If you have a gift to give, why not wrap it in newspapers? It adds a personal touch to the present, especially if Silliman means a lot to the person you’re giving the gift to. 8. Cover during painting Whenever someone paints, inevitably, the paint will splatter and cause a mess. Why not spread newspapers on your painting area to soak it up? The cool part is, you can use the paint-stained paper as a gift wrapper, too! 9. Litter Material for pets Many people own pets, from the regular cats and dogs to the less common rabbits and hamsters. If you own a pet that you keep in a cage, chances are you take time every day to clean the waste from the cage before the smell takes over your house. If you
shred newspapers into small strips and put them under the cage, they will absorb the waste and make clean-up easier. 10. A cup for a garden If you have a garden or want to start one, you can start by planting seeds in a paper pot then transfer the seedling into your garden. First, take newspapers and cut 1/3 of the paper width-wise. Take a soda can and lay it at one end of the paper strip you made. Make sure the strip is taller than the can. Roll the paper to match the shape of the can. Once the strip has come to the end, fold the paper at the bottom of the can, basically making a paper cup. Remove the can and fill the paper cup with soil. Put in a seed or two and water it. After about three days, you’ll have a seedling that can be put into a garden. Planting the entire paper cup into the soil is fine, as it will eventually decompose on its own.~
The Legacy Of A Mother
by Royanni Miel M. Hontucan
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he darkest clouds lingered and hearts filled with agony reigned not only within the halls of the Nursing Department but az throughout the grounds of Silliman. A dearly beloved, respected and cherished mother by the name of Dr. Maria Teresita Sy-Sinda ended her journey amongst us as she passed away on the 25th of August 2012. Dr. Sinda was so much more than just a dean and teacher. As I went through my interviews that led to nostalgic conversations with her colleagues and friends, I could sense the strong impact she had in their lives. She served the University for 33 years, making her the premier figure of the Nursing Department and an unforgettable person, not only as a leader but also as a good friend. Born to a father who was a police colonel and a mother who was a public school teacher, Tessie once admitted to having gone through strict upbringing. They were a brood
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Bianca Camille Bulaybulay is a third year student at the Silliman University Medical School.
Dear Health Specialist, I really like eating rice, but the thing is... I know it makes me really fat. Plus, all the added carbs are destroying my system, making me unhealthier and all. I tried to stop eating rice, but being a Filipino by birth and patronage, I can’t enjoy or even finish a meal without eating rice. Is there another alternative solution? Maybe a healthier one? Sincerely, RiceAndiNeedtoBreakUp
reach higher than what you already achieved. Like even if we already had our Masteral degree, she would tell us to push through to our doctorate
her telling me ‘this opportunity is not only for you but for your children who can finish schooling because of the privileges they can enjoy because of your being a faculty. All you have to do is work hard and give your best shot.’” Dr. Tessie is often described as “assertive” yet “encouraging” of the potentials of people. An alumni, Karen Rose Yocor Kirit says, “She has shown such commitment and dedication, such passion that any person would say. She always puts her best foot forward and expects nothing less from us.” There is no denying as to the reason why the university is now grieving for such a great loss. People whom she touched dearly, near or far they may be, shall forever be in gratitude for her being there for them. Thank you for the countless laughs, great wisdom photo from su.edu.ph and for being someone who inspired degree.” Mrs. Galvez added: others, Dr. Tessie! We grieve for “As I have given her that screename losing you right now, but your legacy that she likes to hear when I say it... and love will remain within us forever. she’s the very reason why I’m in ~ SUCN. She put me there [sic] and found my place to grow professionally through her guidance. I remembered
Dear RiceAndiNeedtoBreakUp, To start with, it’s a good thing that you do know that rice makes you fat. However, to be more specific, WHITE or refined rice is the variety associated with the development of type 2 diabetes, one of the most rapidly growing health concerns facing countries around the world. Research specifically points to white rice’s high glycemic index as the number one culprit. High glycemic index means that it causes a rapid rise in the blood sugar level once it is eaten. Also, the process responsible for refining rice into its pearly white version also strips the grain of essential nutrients (such as B-vitamins, iron, and manganese) and fiber. As a fellow Filipino I can very well understand your seeming inability to have a satisfying meal without rice. The daily habit of eating rice with every meal leaves us with the feeling that any meal is incomplete without it. However, like any habit, it can be overcome with self-discipline and perseverance. There are many ways to go about it. The easier choice would be to replace white rice with its healthier cousin, brown rice. It still has its vitamins, minerals and fiber intact, and because it’s still rice, you’re going to get a similar texture and consistency to that white rice you’re used to. In fact, my family and I switched from white rice to brown several months ago. It takes some time getting used to the different color and texture (tip: use twice as much water in cooking brown rice as you do with white rice, since the brown variety tends to be dry). It’s also a bit more expensive – buy brown rice at the public market, as the pre-packed brown rice in most supermarkets is the export kind and incredibly pricey. Of course, white rice isn’t the only enemy in our usual diets. Anything baked with white flour carries the same risk for type 2 diabetes, including white bread and most pastries. It would be wise to switch to the healthier wheat bread and baked goods made with whole grains. From personal experience, I can say it’s easier said than done; however it CAN be done if you commit yourself to taking better care of your body by putting better things in it. I wish you good luck on your way to a healthier you!
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August 28, 2012 marks the beginning of plastics’ end. Before we let them rest in peace, tWS shares some facts about them: Compiled by: Julia Andrea C. Abrenica
http://inventors.about.com/od/pstartinventions/a/plastics.htm; http://green-buzz.net/environment/20-interesting-facts-about-plastics/; http://green-buzz.net/environment/20-interestingRANDOMspace: (Source: facts-about-plastics/; http://www.ripleys.com/weird/daily-dose-of-weird-wtf-blog/astonishing-architecture/amazing-plastic-bottle-housing/; http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/picturegalleries/how-
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aboutthat/2976278/Weird-world-records-bizarre-entries-in-the-Guinness-Book-of-World-Records.html?image=11; http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/largest-ball-of-cling-filmplastic-wrap/)
The first man-made plastic was created by Alexander Parkes who publicly demonstrated it at the 1862 Great International Exhibition in London.
Plastic needs about 450 years just to start decomposing. It takes another 50-80years to decompose completely.
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Jake Lonsway of Bay City, Michigan, USA, created the largest ball of cling film, which measured 351 cm in circumference and weighed 127.7 kg as of June 14, 2007.
In Yelwa, Nigeria, houses made out of recycled plastic bottles are sprouting everywhere. Each plastic bottle is filled with dry soil and is later compacted with a stick to form a sort of ‘brick’ that can be laid side by side and on top of each other.
150,000 tons of plastic garbage go into the water every year. These huge amounts of plastic garbage in the oceans account for millions of deaths of many animals in the sea.
PAPER BAG VS. PLASTIC BAG
Long board as alternative transportation by Kriztja Marae G. Labrador THE LONG BOARD may be very fast but with proper speeding and safety precautions it can be a handy, money saving, and eco-friendly form transportation. The long board racing event was held last August 25, 2012. One Big Tuyok (OBT) long board push race is a 3-year running event that aims to promote long boarding not just as a sport but also as a “mode of transportation.” For this year, the organizers of OBT are thankful for the Student Government for including their event as part of Hibalag. Franz Dinar Cubillas, co-organizer from the Silliman University Student Government (SUSG), said that they have seen the potential of this event long before but it is only now that they have successfully incorporated it in the Hibalag celebration of the university. During this year also, according to John Silva, one of the organizers of OBT, they changed their route from passing by the private roads to passing by the highway on which
they would be seen by people. “…Mao na amu gui-usab ang route na sa highway mi mu-agi aron makakita jud ang tawo (We changed the route for us to pass by the highway so that people can see us),” he said. In line with their new route Silva also said that they required helmets for the participants to ensure their safety and they also assigned more than 50 marshals which included traffic officers. Moreover, the organizers of the event which were composed of Carlo De Asis, Niconiks Ybañez, Cubillas and Silva are suggesting this alternative transportation not only for Silliman but to the city as well and are hoping that through this yearly event they would be accepted by the society. “The push race is partially letting the motorists even the pedestrians get used to long boarding people hitting the road…” said Ybañez. De Asis also added that “As human beings ba, we care for this world so we should change our ways.” The race started and ended at Silliman University West Portal. ~
SU Idol trips then wins title by Jelanie Rose T. Elvinia AFTER SHE FELL on stage when her footwear’s heel broke, Fritz Colleen Figueras stood up , sang and grooved towards proving that she is, indeed, the Silliman Idol 2012. Idol winner Figueras, a freshman student of the college of arts and sciences, snatched her title last August 26 winning a 20 thousand pesos worth of cash prize from Globe, plus good for one roundtrip ticket to Cebu and to Manila courtesy
of Cebu Pacific. “I was humiliated by the time that I fell down. But when I looked at the audience and the judges, they were clapping their hands. So that was why I stood up and sang,” she said. “Whatever happens, the show must go on. Even if the stage will break down, unless you haven’t finished your performance yet, don’t stop.” The singing contest was composed of three parts wherein contestants each sang (1) a song which they wished was their own,(2) a song
of their favorite singer icon and (3) their contest piece: “Man in the Mirror” by Michael Jackson. The runner-up were: Nierru Cabilao (College of Performing and Visual Arts), Ina Taburaza (College of Mass Communication), Frank Lloyd Cadorna and Wella Lim of (College of Nursing), respectively. Comedian and talent scout, Tuesday Vargas, graced the event as a celebrity judge.~
500 from the judges, were last year’s third placers. Defending champions, the College of Computer Studies Sirens, fell to second place with 375 points. Garnering 374 points was the College of Arts and Sciences Phoenix who was just a point away from being tied with the Sirens. Bizads Cheer Captains Felipe Remollo and Stephen Uy both agreed that for this contest, they didn’t expect to grab the title since last
year’s defeat brought disappointment to the entire team. Both captains promised to defend the college’s title in next year’s contest. John Henrick Abella, event organizer, is currently drafting plans in order to send a group of five in the National Cheerleading Competition this 2014 under a group stunt category. The team will be composed of four bases and one flyer. ~
Bizad victors at cheerleading competition
by Jairah Sheila Joy F. Hernani A CLEAN ROUTINE made the College of Business Administration BIZAD cheerdancers triumph against seven other teams at the Alluniversity cheerleading competition held last August 25 at the Lamberto Macias Complex, according to the event organizers. CBA Bizads, who got 390 out of
BEYOND BOARDERS. Racers prepare their boards before the One Big Tuyok (OBT) last August 25. PHOTO BY Henzonly Hope Alboroto
JOIN THE ACTIVE VISTA FILM FEST
HIBALAG BOOTH AWARDS
The Silliman University Cultural Affairs Committee invites everyone to take part in the Active Vista Film Festival which will start every 7 pm from September 5-8 at the Claire Isabel McGill Luce auditorium.
BEST BOOTH DESIGN BEST BOOTH EXHIBIT SECTORAL
ACADEMIC - MEDTECH SOCIETY REGIONAL - KADUGONG BOL-ANON RELIGIOUS - PSALM SOCIO-CIVIC - SUCSA FRAT/SOR - BETA SIGMA
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ACADEMIC - MEDTECH SOCIETY REGIONAL - AGUSAN SILLIMANITES RELIGIOUS - PSALM SOCIO-CIVIC - SUCSA FRAT/SOR - REDSHIELD
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SPECIAL AWARDS
BEST BOOTH GIMMICK
CLEANEST BOOTH MEDTECH SOCIETY
ACADEMIC - SUCNA REGIONAL - WVC RELIGIOUS - PSALM SOCIO-CIVIC - ANG SANDIGAN FRAT/SOR - REDSHIELF
SEPT. 5 - ANG BABAE SA SEPTIC TANK 6 - AMIGO 7 - CENTURY OF BIRTHING (SIGLO) ** 8 - ANG SAYAW NG DALAWANG KALIWANG PAA Tickets are available at P100 at the SUSG Office, Oriental Hall, or at the CAC office. ** Screening will take place at the Spanish Heritage
3RD - SUCNA 3RD - AGGIES CLUB 2ND - MEDTECH SOCIETY 2ND - SUCNA CHAMPION - KADUGONG BOL-ANON CHAMPION - MEDTECH SOCIETY
1ST TO FINISH THE BOOTH BUILDING CIRCULO CHAVACANO
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FOR USING INDIGENOUS AND RECYCLED 3RD - MEDTECH SOCIETY MATERIALS 2ND - SUCNA SEEDS CHAMPION - REDSHIELD
BOOTH OF THE YEAR
MEDTECH SOCIETY
SILLIMANWEEKLYSURVEY To pump up the hype for the 2012 London Olympics, we ask students:
Q: Founders week for me was ___? Ten representatives per college served as respondents of this survey. Survey conducted by Roberto Timonera.