CASE Triumphant in the Neo-Cultural Dance Competition

C ollege of Arts and Sciences Education (CASE), declared as Champion during the Neo-Cultural dance competition last February 16, 2023, held in the University of Mindanao gymnasium, as they depict the culture competitors, the College of Teacher Education (CTE) ranked as second place, and College of Business Administration Education (CBAE) ranked as first place. Each team through the medium of dance.

Erick John Isanan, CHE College of Student Government (CSG) President and Council of College Student Government competition, and hoping for a successful event in fostering the diverse culture of Davao City.

During the opening remarks, CASE-CSG and CCSG President, Mr. Reyland E. Alfeche proclaims that the purpose of this Neo-Cultural Competition is to showcase the talents of the students in the constitution and to give honor to the different tribes in our city. Improvising the network for others to understand, respect, love, and value our customs and standards.

The presentation of CASE, Ka Silong sa Laya, a tale from Maguindanaon tribe, that talks about a princess’ wise decision in looking for a lifetime line T-Shirt Printing, Bioskin Philippines, and Oli Skin PH.

Even though the suspension of classes during the event was not approved, UMians still enjoyed the experience and had fun as they still made time to visit each organization and sponsor’s booths and try what they had offered.

As the event drew to a close, students were encouraged to be true to the message of the UMYong Festival 2023. As President Andrada added to his statement, “Regardless of the differences we have as students, we can still work as one, and unite.” partner, paved a way for its victory.

On the other hand, CBAE represents the Bagobo tribe, with the theme of influencing culture’s dances, music, and arts to the modern youth.

And CTE, presents Tankaraw sa Kagahapon, advocating unity in diversity, covering three tribes of Bagobo, Tausug, and Maranao.

Trophies and certificates are not the ones that this competition promotes but, to equip oneself with an understanding, and in appreciation of the different cultures, creating a platform for cultural interaction, fostering creativity, and encouraging participants to maximize their passion in relaying a message through dance.

FACUM Completes Sweep of GEMS to Badminton Tournament Title

Clifford James L. Danduan and Johana S. Makol

The Fire Auxiliary Corps of the University of Mindanao (FACUM) bagged the championship title in the Badminton

Tournament Mixed Doubles category by edging out the pairing from Generation of Excellent MarketerS (GEMS) with 2-0 during the UMyong festival on February 15, 2023, at the UM Matina gymnasium. The organization is represented

UM Agilas Conquers ILUSSTRADO in the Paladin Cup 2023

DOST-SEI Schol- ar’s Organization, UM Agilas has brought the title of the Paladin Inter-Organization Debate Championship against the ILUSSTRADO hosted by the University of Mindanao UM Debate Society, last February 16, 2023 at the DPT Auditorium.

Out of 14 student organizations who participated in the event, the two teams made it to the final stage.

DOST-SEI Scholar’s Organiza- tion representatives: Marcy Nil Ogsoc, Ryan Daniel Dagoc, and Cheerish Rosa were the opposition. On the other hand, the government teams were: Juan Carlos Pascual, Shareece Neil TeSeng, and Ian Kyle Lunda representing the ILUSSTRADO. Both sides have discoursed regarding the motion: “This house believes that educational and financial aid (i.e. scholarships, stipends, subsidies) should be granted to students solely on a needs-based system as opposed to a merit-based system.” Each team was given thirty minutes for preparation time and seven minutes to deliver their arguments on their respective sides. The auditorium was crowded with supporters and students who were eager to witness the final round fervently cheering “HEAR” or “SHAME” for the debaters as the intensity of exchanging arguments defending

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Noseñas and Princess May Camposa, 2nd-year criminology students under the College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE).

Noseñas and Camposa made quicker work to put FACUM ahead following a 21-4, 21-3 win over the League of Environmental Science, Agroforestry, and Forestry students (LEAF) in the eliminations. In a closely fought match, FACUM ensured they would seal a spot in the semi-final berth after wiping out Junior People Management Association in the Philippines (JPMAP) in the quarterfinal.

“Courage and self-confidence [that] helped me win the badminton league their corresponding house.

The first speaker of the government house stated that “Education is a luxury and not a right”. Argued for a principle of open education despite the diversities. Contradicting to it, the opposition stands to “Education should be a right and not a privilege.” Pushed through a main principle of “inclusivity” they believe that this is a huge chance to make progress. The adjudicators calculated the scores every team had gained according to the essence of their since I have a lot of courage to pursue my goals,” Noseñas shared his attribute that led them to champ. content, manner of speech, and their overall debate techniques.

FACUM then dominated Junior Finance Executives (JFINEX) 21-11, 21-15 in the semi-final before sweeping GEMS 21-12, 21-8 in the final.

“I would like to thank my FACUM family for allowing me to represent the organization and bring home the medal,” said Camposa after winning the final match.

Followed by FACUM, the GEMS won as the 2nd placer among the twenty (20) teams from different student organizations and senior high schools in the UMyong Badminton tournament.

At the end, UM Agilas was declared as the champion and ILUSSTRADO as the first runner-up. The Best Speaker was awarded to Ryan Daniel Dagoc, the Deputy Leader of the Opposition, the winning team. Furthermore, the event was organized by UM Debate Society (UMDS) in collaboration with the Samahang Magaaral ng Pulitika (SMP) and Office of the Student Affairs (OSA).

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UMYONG Festival 2023: For the Students, By the Students

different UM colleges and branches vied for the title.

During the competition, the candidates showed off their elegance and sophistication as they presented themselves in Neo-cultural Attire and Evening Gowns. Minor awards were also given from the sponsors and the accumulated scores from the judges, but Jennica P. Linterna from College of Teacher Education- UM Main, was hailed as the Mutya ng UM 2023.

Prior to the Coronation, the candidates competed in the pre-judging competition held at UM Digos College last February 10, where they impressed the judges with their talents, cocktail presentations, and eloquence.

UMYONG

2023 became possible through the generous support of the University of Mindanao, Taza, Barbeque Boss-Davao, BASHH, Project Taho

Davao, Mang Danny’s Famous Ice Cream, Bowls Aye, Maximas Education and Migration Services, Scrambble, UM Alumni Association, Inc., through Nancy Punzalan

Ibuyan, in proud partnership with Samsung, Wiltelecom, TNTph, Bec and Geri’s, RDL Pharmaceutical Lab, Inc., Paintline T-Shirt Printing, Bioskin Philippines, and Oli Skin Ph.

Beauty, Elegance, and Healthy Living

On the eve of the much-anticipated coronation night of the Mutya ng UM 2023, the twenty-three (23) candidates took part in a Community Kitchen and Outreach, in partnership with Bec and Geri’s, Bioskin Philippines, and Oli Skin PH, some of the sponsors for this year’s prestigious pageant, last February 16, 2023, at Bec and Geri’s Community Kitchen, Ecoland Drive, Davao City. The gorgeous candidates boarded the University of Mindanao bus at around 9:00 AM and made their way to Bec and Geri’s Community Kitchen, where they were greeted by the Human Resource

Supervisor of Oli Skin PH and BioSkin Philippines, Mr. Aaron Segala, who welcomed the candidates with a short question and answer portion, where the ladies introduced themselves and gave their thoughts on the question, “Ano ang mas pipiliin mo? Mabaon sa limot o mabaon sa lumot?”, as the ladies, befitting their eloquence as Mutya ng UM candidates, gave some very interesting, intellectual, and witty responses.

Mr. Segala shared with the ladies the vision and advocacies of Bioskin Philippines and Bec and Geri’s. The founder of Oli Skin PH and marketing head of Bioskin Philippines, Ms. Darling Gonzales, was present during the event and

LEAF Wins the 1st MLBB Student League Championship, 2-0, Against

CHESA

Russell Jay Amoroso

The League of Environmental Sciences, Agroforestry, and Forestry Students (LEAF) were undefeated against the Chemical Engineering Students Association (CHESA), 2-0, as they were hailed Champions of the MLBB Student League Grand Finals last February 14-15, 2023 at DPT Auditorium, UM Matina Campus.

A total of 12 teams competed for the title and it was a smooth start for team LEAF during the single round eliminations as they were the opening match of the event facing the College of Hospitality Education (CHE), sweeping them off and advancing to the Quarterfinal matches.

The Association of Future Librarians (AFL) were silenced by the team chemistry showed by LEAF during the banning, picking phase, and throughout the duration of the match.

Mr. Jay Buelis, known as “kpii. swift” was declared as the MVP bringing out his best hero to keep gave the candidates a free pouch of the skincare products from Oli Skin PH. game 1 with their core jungler “kpii.swift” who was hailed again MVP of the match.

The candidates partook in a lunch prepared by Bec and Geri’s, giving the candidates a taste of the vegan lifestyle, with sumptuous plant-based servings of classic Filipino dishes such as Kare-Kare, Sinuglaw, and Lumpiang Shanghai.

Perhaps the highlight of the event was the Community Kitchen and Outreach, where each of the candidates gave back to the community and distributed free plantbased burgers to passersby such as children and their mothers, drivers, laborers, and students, who enjoyed the free meal prepared by Bec and Geri’s.

LEAF aggressive going to the Semifinals round.

It was a tight game during the Semifinal round as it was a late game match between LEAF and the Real Estate Management Students Society (REMSS) only to end it with a game changing move of Adrian Miguel Fiel, the team captain, who led his team to the Grand finals and a one-step closer for the title.

History in the making for LEAF as they took down the mighty CHESA in

It was an overall team effort as CHESA was not able to bounce back, claiming the title of team LEAF as the 1st MLBB Student League Champions that will go down to the history of Esports in the University.

The event was in line to the celebration of UMyong Festival 2023 organized by the Council of Student Organization in partnership with the College Student Government and spearheaded by the Office of Student Affairs.

Subang Mindanao: UMYONG Color Fun Run 2023 Officially Kicks Off Umyong Festival 2023!

Marie Fe Lamban

As the sun began to rise, students, employees, and alumni of the University of Mindanao gathered together at exactly

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Mutya ng UM 2023: The Transformational Woman From the College Of Teacher Education (CTE) the adrenaline of the students was felt back and forth within the gymnasium and university grounds.. The candidates’ first went out wearing their Neo-Ethnic attires, showcasing the different tribes they represent with elegance and grace, followed by the evening gown competition, where the candidates looked

4:30 AM of February 12, 2023, at the UM Oval Track and Field, awaiting the start of Subang Mindanao: The University of stunning in their lava-like gowns — elegance and glamorous in red. In the end, Jennica P. Linterna of the College of Teacher Education stood tall and proud as the Mutya ng UM 2023.

In her pre-pageant interviews with OSA, she was asked why she decided to join this pageant. She answered, “I was motivated to join in this year’s search to bring change and to give the future educators the recognition and acknowledgment that an explosive opening salvo from the University of Mindanao United Physical Educators (UMUPHED) Organization. The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) Director Marianne P. Afrondoza sounded the gong, signifying the official start of the UMyong Festival 2023. In her opening remarks, she highlighted the significance of the UMyong Festival to the students, “Having this UMyong Festival, we would like to think that the UMyong Festival will not only be beneficial to the academic pursuits of our students but also it would develop them holistically.” ings of the University, beginning at the UM Oval Track and Field, Matina Gravahan Gate, and ending at the UM ROTC Field where sumptuous lugaw and breakfast were prepared for all participants.

Mindanao Color Fun 2023. Students began to register, as the program formally commenced following we deserve.”

During the coronation night, her judge, Ms. Jehza Mae Huelar, asked the final question: In your opinion, what does it take to be the next Mutya ng UM?

“More than just glitz and glamour, she should be someone who is a good role model, more than just her beauty and charm, she should also be an effective spokesperson. A transformational woman who engraves in her heart this university’s core values

Moreover, the sound of the gong meant the fun run was to begin. The route of the fun run covered the different build - in which everyone can look up unto.

And so, I believe that to be a Mutya ng UM is more than just being the face of this University — it is a job, a responsibility — which means that she should be able to apply this with or without any audience, in or outside the campus. And I believe that I embody all these characteristics and is more than willing to take on the job of the next Mutya ng UM”. Jennica P. Linterna, Mutya ng UM 2023

After having breakfast, the students took part in the UMOLYMPICS, a series of physically challenging yet enjoyable activities which consists of five different games: the Base Guard, Military Crawl, Pass the Bottle, Water Game, and Minefield, which pushed them to the limit, but walked out in colorful glee. The Subang Mindanao: UMYONG Color Fun Run 2023 is just one of the many activities in line with the celebration of the week-long UMyong Festival.

Indeed, beyond the glitz and glamour, the queens of the Mutya ng UM 2023 showed how strong, smart and beautiful women are. It still feels like a dream come true for Linterna, after the long and challenging journey, to finally serve and reign as the Mutya ng UM, and to continue becoming an inspiration and showcasing the brand of quality education the institution has to offer.