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UNITY. Faculty members of the Silliman University Faculty Association (SUFA) gather to discuss their concerns to the SU administration last Feb. 1 in front of the West Quadrangle. PHOTO BY Gloria Gem Lumayag
Angeles vs Ladero for SUSG president
By Ray Chen S. Bahinting FOR THIS YEAR’S Silliman University Student Government (SUSG) elections, an accountancy student and a philosophy major student is running against each other for presidency. Nathalie Angeles, a junior accountancy student running for the Student Union for Reforms (SURE) Party, is a member of the Corps of Campus Ambassadors and the current chair of the SUSG Committee on Audit. While Micah Jude Sinco, chairman of the SUSG Environment committee, is her running mate for the election.
The tandem Angeles-Sinco of SURE party is against the Ladero- Manaban (LaBan) tandem, standard-bearers of the Concerted Actions for the Upliftment of Student Endeavors (CAUSE) party. Allison Ladero is a junior philosophy major and the president of the SU Debate Society. His running-mate, Marc Rodney Manaban, is a sophomore medical technology student. Both candidates running for president have SUSG leadership positions before. Ladero was once a college representative to the SUSG Assembly while Angeles is the
outgoing organizational development head of the student government. The SUSG elections will take place on Feb. 22, Wednesday. Only students who are enrolled in the current semester are allowed to participate in the elections. Election Campaign Moreover, the campaign for election started last Friday, Feb. 10. Both parties will be campaigning room to room, class to class, and dorm to dorm as scheduled by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC). Only one poster per bulletin board is allowed to be pinned around the campus. However, leaflets and fliers can be
circulated given that the party will be responsible for these materials. The campaign also extends to certain social media platforms. As per COMELEC Guidelines for the election, only Facebook and YouTube are allowed to be used for the campaign. Only photos, such as changing of profile pictures, campaign pictures and/or campaign videos supporting the party’s standard-bearers and campaign messages are allowed to be circulated on Facebook and YouTube. Any messages against any candidate published and circulated in campus and in social media are prohibited. Election campaign will end in Feb.20.
New COMELEC Chairman Barely two weeks before the SUSG election, the SUSG Commission on Elections (COMELEC) chairmanship was transferred to Monica Miciano, Juris Doctor III, from Rey Caballero. Caballero is a sophomore accountancy major who was appointed chair of COMELEC last month, a week before the official filing of candidacy. As of paper publication, Caballero has not yet issued an official statement regarding his resignation as chair of COMELEC. However,Caballerowillstillworkasone of the COMELEC commissioners.~
SUSG assembly passes 21 resolutions By Stephanie Ria L. Colinco THE SILLIMAN UNIVERSITY STUDENT GOVERNMENT (SUSG) assembly passed 21 resolutions for this school year. Eight of which have been approved by the SUSG president. More resolutions will be added to the list as the last assembly meeting will be in March, according to Aprille Roselle Vince Juanillo, head of the SUSG Committee on Resolutions. Six out of the eight approved resolutions were by the representatives of the Institute of
Clinical Laboratory Sciences (ICLS). Juanillo, one of the ICLS representatives, said that they are only serving their colleges as they have promised. “I, for one, could say that we weren’t after the number of resolutions we could pass, we were after what we could do for our college, its people, and Silliman. And it just goes to show that a lot still needs to be given attention, specifically in our department,” Juanillo added. The resolutions drafted by both Juanillo and co-ICLS representative, Marc Manaban, include a request
for a means of transportation for students from the main campus to the Angelo King (AK) building, place a pedestrian lane in front of Hibbard Gate at Silliman Avenue, and repair the green benches outside AK. Juanillo and Manaban, together with Raby Palomo, Techy Gonzales, and Jesah Estrellado of the Institute of Rehabilitative Sciences, drafted a resolution for repainting the institute signs at AK. In addition, Manaban authored a resolution for the institutionalization of the SUSG continue to page 6...
National Scientist receives Honoris Causa
By Julien Marie S. Piñero
National Scientist Dr. Edgardo Gomez received the Honorary Degree, honoris causa, last Feb. 10 at the Claire Isabel McGill-Luce Auditorium. Dr. Gomez’ pioneering leadership in the nationwide survey and assessment of the Philippine coral reef system in the 1970s provided both opportunities and challenges to marine scientists, government agencies, civil society, and international organizations. Dr. Gomez finished his bachelor’s degree in education, major in English and Social Science, summa cum laude, from De La Salle University; his master’s degree in
Biology from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota; and doctorate degree in Marine Biology from University of California in San Diego. He was also the founding director of the Marine Science Institute at the University of the Philippines upon his return after his doctorate studies. Dr. Gomez assisted in the professional development of younger colleagues in the areas of marine biology and oceanography, and provided an avenue where faculty members from different universities in the Philippines can pursue graduate studies. His strong environmental campaign helped save from extinction several species of the Philippine giant clams, including
the largest, the Tridacna gigas. Dr. Gomez ended his speech by saying, “Filipino scientist can and should be world class.” He also added, “Success in institution building in a society which is also undergoing the trials and tribulations of nation building is underpinned by collaboration rather than by competition.” An honorary degree is the highest form of academic recognition given to an individual of national and international stature by the University. A Doctor of Science, honoris causa, is awarded in recognition of a substantial and sustained contribution to scientific knowledge beyond that required for a Ph.D.~
DANCE TO EXPRESS. The cast of De-Ling's contemporary dance based on the artwork of Moreen Austria, choreographed by Xiao Mitchao and directed by Dwight Rodrigazo was staged last Feb. 11 at the Luce Auditorium. PHOTO BY Santia Onnycha Ursabia
‘Beware of sexual perpetrator’ - STRAW By Karah Jane B. Sarita STUDENT’S RIGHT AND WELFARE (STRAW) committee urged Sillimanians to be vigilant against an unidentified man who victimized two students last Jan.31. GilbertSedigo,STRAWHead,stated that the issue needs immediate actions. Diana Christine Notarte, a junior secondary education major in English, was victimized last Jan. 31 while she was walking alone near the College of Computer Studies (CCS) gate. “Naa juy ga sigeg tawag. Pagtan-aw nako, there’s this guy masturbating. Gapakilid siyas mga plants dihas CCS gawas and he was calling me pa,” Notarte stated on her Facebook post. Louise Lane Generoso, a junior secondary education major in
English, saw the man last Jan. 31, while she was waiting with a friend near the gate in front of Silliman University’s (SU) cafeteria. “There was a guy, not too far from us… I was bothered already because he was staring at us while holding something underneath his pants… When I was sure that he was masturbating in front of us, I shouted and called the guard,” Generoso stated on her Facebook post. According to Sedigo, he reported the incident to the Public Assistance and Safety Office (PASO) last Feb. 1 as advised by Mr. Abe Cadeliña, Student Organizations and Activities Division Officer-in-Charge. “I was so surprised kay when I talked to them [PASO] with regards to that continue to page 6...
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Break The Wall
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istory has been a witness to the effects of self-interest in the society. Key events in history were products of purely self-interest. From the assassination of Andres Bonifacio and Antonio Luna up to the controversies surrounding politicians today, all are products of self-interest. In public service and governance, self-interest has played a major role in graft and corruption. In the Philippines, corruption has been part of Philippine politics. Or, probably, corruption is already a norm in a system of bent politics and poor governance. In Negros Oriental, Gov. Roel Degamo has faced charges of 11 counts of malversation and one count of graft, according to reports in Inquirer. Just last Jan. 27, Degamo bailed Php. 1.115 million. Though court judgements have not yet been passed, whether these charges are proven true or not, such happenings wouldn’t occur without self-interest. Degamo stressed that these charges are the “handiwork” of his political rivals. In a neutral perspective, it’s hard to tell who’s telling the truth. What if Degamo was right? His political rivals may have political self-interest in the governorship. Or, what if the latter was right? Degamo may also have hidden self-interest towards the disbursements of funds. Though everything remains unclear, what is crystal clear is that there is self-interest involved. In the university level, self-interest is as clear as the view of the sea in front Silliman Hall. As a Christian institution, though leaders in the campus are imbued with the selfless leadership and integrity, the temptation of satisfying self-interests is hard to control. We, as the voice of the student body, the voice of the voiceless, believe that self-interest is the wall that separates improvement and cooperation. Without cooperation, there is no improvement. This wall exists and it has been hindering campus improvement for a long time. Self-interest causes division among various leaders. Without a unified cause to have a selfless form of leadership, it is assured that cooperation is just a meaningless word. We urge all leaders in the national, local, and universitywide level to be the first to stand up and demolish the wall that hinders improvement.. Cooperate. Improve. Break the wall.~
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sillimaniansspeak Compiled by Gresheen Gift M. Libby
“What are your thoughts on the Miss Universe Pageant? ” “The thing about today’s social media is that you don’t have to watch the entire pageant to know the details. I am happy with how Maxine embodied the Filipino women as she strutted down to win the crown. She did her best and she was very beautiful. Setting all hate aside, people should keep the negative comments to themselves. As if they know how it feels like to join the Miss Universe.” Carlee Cherokeeh T. Calingacion, Bachelor of Arts Major in Political Science II “The 65th Miss Universe pageant was a great way to showcase our country especially for our tourism. Filipinos are the best fans of the pageant however it was a great disappointment for our candidate not making it up to the top 3, but knowing her capabilities and preparations, we already predicted that there would be no back-to-back queens for the Philippines.” Adelle S, Abalos, Bachelor of Arts Major in Political Science IV
Next Issue’s Question: “Generally, are you satisfied with the Silliman University Student Government’s performance this school year?” For your answers, just text the Circulation Manager (09177013806). Indicate your full name (with middle initial), course and year.
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From the Other Side of the Screen Andre Joshua T. Aniñon | Post-Lab Travels It is not unusual to see different people plaster their success in the Internet. Facebook timelines are rife with Recognition Day letters, Instagram stories trace different travels, and Snapchat is overflowing with Saturday night escapades. Happiness constantly spills from smartphone and computer screens. The pixelated world is a kaleidoscope of bright colors, and its inhabitants are indeed the happiest and most carefree of people. Looking from a window on the other side of the screen, do you ever stop and ask why your life isn’t like theirs? Why you couldn’t achieve things like they can—why you couldn’t push your QPA high enough, or why you couldn’t land opportunities to travel? Do you ever think about why their lives are so perfect, and yours is just burdened with trouble? Have you ever felt empty, sliding through a downward spiral with their selfies and groufies flashing before your eyes on the way down? Sometimes, you may hear a voice: “Look at them—happy, successful, living the life. Now, look at you.” Image is one of the most important pillars in the pixelated world, and how you present yourself highly depends on what you post. Simply put, social media is a curated planet, and the lives people present in their timelines may not completely reflect the lives they live on the other side of the screen. In a sea of posts that portray only happiness and
success, this eight hundred-word column is here to say: do not worry. Do not worry if the selfies on your feed do not mirror your frown. The smiles in people’s faces do not mean that sadness does not exist in their world. You are not abnormal. You are not wired wrong. They can also be sad, and their frowns can be just as heavy as how their smiles can be so light. Do not worry if you come across a night’s pictures of laughter, drinks, or partying. These people can also feel burdened and choked by a grim reality. If you are not fond of these things, you are not an alien. You are not a boring person. You have your own ways to cope with life. And although the pictures present them to be extroverted and social creatures, loneliness can still strike them by 3 a.m. Do not worry if you scroll through statuses of landed job positions or accepted applications. Behind these letters are people who toiled in their work, who have cried countless of nights due to pressure and expectations. You are not worthless. You are not devoid of talent or capabilities. If you work hard, you can claim success as well. Do not worry if you see people’s posts detailing plans, or expressing how worked out their future seems to be. They also endure inner battles of confusion and doubt, just as much as you do. Your life is not an unsolvable puzzle. Your pieces will also fall into place. No matter how organized and sleek a person’s
Instagram feed is, behind the VSCO filters and flat lays are heads that shelter an ever-growing hurricane. Do not worry if you browse through albums of your friends travelling to different places. Free as they are, they are not exempted from feeling restricted in other and much inner cages. Your walls aren’t the only ones closing in. You are not alone in feeling trapped. You are not alone in feeling rooted down to a certain place. Their roots can just be as deep as yours. Do not worry if you see pictures of people laying freely in hotel rooms. Their pillows at home can also be damp with tears, and some of their nights can chill them to the bone. Your life is not incapable of warmth. Your life is not just a baggage of bricks. Relaxed as they are, those people can also be carrying the heaviest of struggles. Everything you see in social media are mere snapshots of a reel’s worth of people’s lives. Just because they are smiling, or just because they’re waving their hands in the air like they just don’t care, does not mean that everything is alright in their world. They can be sad, just as much as they can be happy—and they can be happy just as much as they can be sad. In this pixelated world, always remember that your life is no different from the lives of the people posting of success. Your life is not a series of bad episodes. You are not a depressing story. On the other side of the screen, you are and you can be so much more.~
Choice - Is It Really?
Jedidiah Jan L. Colinco | Relative Truth Slap
“If abortion is about women’s rights, then what were mine?” Anti-abortion activist Gianna Jessen asked this question two years ago, during a US Congress’ investigation on Planned Parenthood that allegedly sold body parts of aborted babies. Jessen survived a late-term saline abortion attempt. However, due to complications during the procedure, she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, a disease which affected her movement and posture. People like Jessen are not just potential human beings, they are persons made in God’s image and should be treated with dignity and respect. Every Jan. 22, Americans observe “Sanctity of Human Life Day” to commemorate the Roe v. Wade, which basically granted women access to legalized abortion. Forty-four years later, an estimated 54 million babies were helplessly murdered inside of what should be the safest place for them—their mother’s womb. That’s still more than the people Adolf Hitler and Joseph Stalin killed, put together.
This “silent holocaust” is already happening in other countries. And it could also happen here. Concerning this, I have three pleas for you: Vote for pro-life leaders. One way we can avoid our own holocaust here is if we vote for leaders that protect the rights of everyone, especially the unborn. David Miller, a Christian preacher, once remarked that he was glad her mother “didn’t go to Hillary Clinton for prenatal counseling” despite him being a “deformed fetus.” Sadly, leaders like Clinton doubt that an unborn person doesn’t have “constitutional rights.” Living in a morally relative and politically correct society nowadays, you cannot just tell someone that their decisions are outright harmful or wrong. When a baby’s life is already in danger, forget political correctness. The only thing that matters is doing what’s right even if it displeases most people. Acknowledge that your freedom has limits. Yes, people do have the freedom to make their own decisions. But it doesn’t mean that that freedom is
absolute. For instance, a person doesn’t have the freedom to rape, to murder, or to steal. Exercising your freedom to do wrong yields serious consequences. Freedom can be abused. In this case, a woman’s “freedom to choose” is no exception. Yes, countless women have regretted aborting their own child. Even former abortionists and now pro-life advocates find it hard to forgive themselves for exercising their freedom to murder in the past. Make the best choice. Some pregnancies may be unwanted or unplanned, but no one should be regarded as “an accident.” A child is always a gift, a precious life that should be protected and cared for, whether he or she is born or not. I may not be able to fully understand the situation you are in, but I am pleading to you: please choose life. It may be hard, but it may very well be the best choice both for you and your child. *To know more on how I became prolife, you may watch “180” for free on 180movie.com~
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The Art of Speaking Words By Merell Lystra L. Recta
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obert Frost once remarked, “Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words.” From Joyce Kilmer’s best-known work entitled “Trees,” the rich blend of words and creativity never perishes as time flies by, and this combination is greatly appreciated by people— regardless of their age or educational attainment. Poetry doesn’t necessarily measure one’s intelligence. Rather, it focuses on what the author’s heart really speaks. However, written poetry seems uncommon to the current generation, and instead, spoken poetry is the new trend—where the author performs his or her piece in front of an audience, with any kind of theme, and is performed in a hip-hop kind of way. Somewhere in the 1980s, a Chicago poet introduced a looser poetry medium contrary to academic poetry where it was too structured. He was known as “Slampapi,” and founded National Poetry Slam which, until today, is still
being conducted. This kind of poetry was a blast to the masses, because it is easier to understand than the written ones. Have you ever read a
classical poem, but even after reading it a couple of times, you are unable to understand the underlying theme behind it, or if you do, are still doubtful about it? Although it is accepted that various people have different
interpretations of a poem, understanding the whole thing is better than leaving the rest of your curiosity unanswered. With the passion for introducing spoken poetr y to Silliman, a spoken word competition was held at the Audio Visual Theater last Feb. 3 to showcase the talents of Sillimanians, especially when it comes to poetr y. On the second year of this competition, the organizers believe that poetr y can still appeal to the youth, and that poetr y isn’t dead as many perceive it to be. The pieces were written differently, but still connected in some way. Most talked about the pain of moving on, which made the crowd howl in bewilderment—perhaps because the audience can relate to what the performer feels or was tr ying to portray. There was also a performer who talked about dreams, and another who talked about how a woman should be treated. The rhythm of words gives a melodious echo to our inner soul that can touch our hearts and spurt the tears out of our eyes. The words—either spoken or written—can dig the softest part of our hearts. Although it can make us emotional, spoken poetr y can also give us lessons which we need to remember.~
Marks of a Genuine Leader By Andrea Dawn E. Boycillo
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leader is someone who guides and shows the way for others. They are the ones capable of aspiring, persuading, influencing, and motivating people in need. Leaders create visions for others and help them in achieving it. Student leaders play a vital role in their school’s betterment, and because of that, people need to choose them wisely. Student elections are coming up for most universities. Campaigns and endorsements will bombard campuses. There are those who have been fooled by these, only to make the voter regret their decision later on. There are also those who remain undecided, making their vote go to waste. To prevent these things from happening, one must know what they are looking for in a leader. Here are several characteristics a leader must have to help the voters in choosing wisely: People and Service Oriented. To be an effective leader, one must be sociable. No interaction with the people is ineffective. The leader must be willing to give their time to the people. In this way, they also respond to the people’s needs with consideration of the consequences. Talking to the people also shows compassion, and will inspire them more. A leader who interacts shows the people that he or she is not superior and that they are all equal. Accountable. A good leader must be willing to be held reliable for all their actions, especially when
something goes wrong. Denying mistakes makes the leader a coward. Upon making decisions, they must be wise enough to know that the consequences are on their hands. Leaders must also recognize that they are accountable to the law, and that breaking it would not make them a good example to the people. Open and Transparent. The foundation of every relationship, including a leader’s and the people, is honesty. People want to know their leaders and their true colors. In line with that, a good leader must promote public information. They must speak the truth about every situation, regardless of the negative feedback they may get. After all, if there’s something everyone deserves, it’s the truth. Leaders must be willing to give the exact facts of the university’s current situation for the people to see them as someone transparent, vocal, and open to the public. Responsive. A leader must be perceptive in knowing the needs of the people. Building a strong community will be easier if the leader knows the values and goals of the people, as well as what they need from the leader themselves. The leader must have the initiative to respond to the citizens’ needs and must be quick in giving solutions. They must be patient with the students’ complaints and immediately look for ways to deal with them. In short, the leader must be quick to act. Equitable. A leader must not play favoritism. They must provide for all and make no one go unnoticed. Upon enacting their plans, they must ensure
that everyone can equally benefit from them. They must not take bias with gender, age, or status, and must look at people equally. In making decisions, leaders must make sure that everyone is affected in a good way. Moral. Good values equal good leaders. In order to persuade people, a leader must have integrity. Without it, they may not be trusted. The leader must be able to differentiate what is right and wrong for the betterment of the country. Instead of aiming for followers, leaders must aim to serve. Moral leaders also know how to manage themselves, how to lower their egos, and act with nobility and righteousness. Consistent. A genuine leader must ensure that all their programs and services have desired results and outcomes. In order to attain that, the leader must be consistent. They make sure that projects are well-implemented for them not to be a failure. The leader also foresees the possible outcome and thinks of solutions if anything unexpected occurs. In other words, they must not stop until they achieve their goal. In being consistent, the leader must also envision what success looks like and know how to attain it. They must also evaluate the current situation and make improvements. Those are just a few of the many qualities one must have as a leader. Choose your leader wisely and do not settle for less. Study each candidate before you vote or suffer for the wrong decision. The choice is yours.~
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Exploring Rare Diseases Syndrome,” transforms them into a tree. Caused by a rare ever mind its difference mutation of a gene, warts that from the terms resemble bark grow on an affected “disorder,” “infection,” individual’s skin—and worsen or “syndrome”—if there is if the individual is exposed to one thing people associate sunlight. While these warts with health, it’s disease. While may be benign early in life, they countless diseases are recognized can become malignant later on. in the medical world and are Although the Tree Man common to the typical individual, Syndrome can only worsen if the some lurk in the records of the individual is exposed to sunlight, few percent of people who are Xeroderma pigmentosum, or affected with a rare disease. “Vampire Syndrome,” makes A “rare/orphan disease” is any it impossible for one to merely disease that only affects a small step into it. While humans percentage of the population. In require sunlight to garner the United States for instance, a vitamin D, prolonged exposure disease is only classified as “rare” could be dangerous due to the if less than 200,000 people have sun’s ultraviolet (UV ) rays. the particular disease. As of Although our body constantly today, there are more than 7,000 repairs broken DNA brought rare diseases being recorded, upon by UV rays, individuals and the list only grows longer with Xeroderma pigmentosum as time goes by. Eighty percent have an impairment with this of rare diseases are genetic in function, and are therefore nature, and fifty percent of the extremely sensitive to UV rays. individuals affected are children. These people must be completely February of every year is shielded from the sunlight, just celebrated as Rare Disease like vampires. If they aren’t Awareness Month. And while careful, they could experience thousands of rare diseases severe sunburns and skin exist—and all are equally breakdown, and they could easily deserving of recognition— develop skin cancer. Only one in here are some which blur a million people are estimated the lines between fictional to have the Vampire Syndrome. fantasy and medical reality. While there are still thousands For the first disease, it is of rare diseases to explore and interesting to remember perhaps even more to discover, that 70 percent of our body it is important to recognize that is made up of water—but these diseases, though minute in the existence of Aquagenic percentage, exist. Approximately urticaria, or “water allergy,” 50 percent of rare diseases seems rather odd. Though not do not have a foundation considered a true allergy since supporting or researching it does not trigger a histamine them; hence it is imperative response*, some individuals that these be put to light. develop itchy hives and welts The foundation of medical even after mere minutes of science depends on research exposure to water—something and awareness, and in order innate and essential to us. to help people and better the Also known as the “Stone community, knowledge on Man Syndrome,” Fibrodysplasia these topics must be abundant. ossificans progressiva (FOP) is If these remain unnoticed a progressive genetic disorder and unsupported, affected that turns soft tissues into bone individuals will continue to over time. This is caused by a suffer—and you do not need to mutation of a gene found in be a doctor to understand that. and responsible for the growth * Histamine is the compound of bone, muscles, tendons, responsible for allergic reactions. and ligaments. If unchecked, Once the body detects a a person’s voluntary muscles substance one is allergic to, the may eventually be affected, cells release histamine—causing and it may cause joints to itchiness, breathing problems, fuse together. Occurring in swelling, and the like. Antionly about one in two million histamines are often used to people, there are currently no treat these allergic reactions. treatments or cures for FOP. Trauma worsens the condition; (With notes from https:// hence surgical intervention globalgenes.org/rare-diseasesmay just produce even more facts-statistics/ and http:// bone in the affected area. www.iflscience.com/health-andIf FOP can “turn a person medicine/10-strangest-knowninto stone,” Epidermodysplasia medical-conditions/) ~ verruciformis, or “Tree Man By Andre Joshua T. Aniñon
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SU awards students for academic excellence By Stephanie Ria L. Colinco
A TOTAL OF 585 students were recognized by the Silliman University (SU) for their excellence in academics last Feb. 13, 2017 at the Luce Auditorium. Twenty-seven senior students were awarded this year as University
UNIVERSITY HONORS *MA. CHRISTINE FAITH T. ABELLON *GENIN RAYA V. AMISCARAY *PATH FINDER BOY B. BAGTOLTOL *JANICA ALAIZA A. BAO *KRICHELLE ANGELIKA T. BENDAÑA *ANDREA DAWN E. BOYCILLO *STACEY LU B. CASTOR *GERARDINE ANNE V. CATACUTAN *ROXANNE B. DATARO *AIA KATRINA NICOLE L. DAYAO *SANDRA CLAIRE P. DUPIO *SWEET MARISSE E. DURAN *NURILYN J. ELLI *PREXYL JOSERY P. GAMALLO *HYE IN KIM *PATRICK B. KITANE *IVANE R. MAHINAY *MA. LOURDES ANGELICA M. MERCOLITA JURI NAZARETH M. OCHOTORENA *KISHA KATRIN T. OLPOC *ALVIN G. RICARDO *RHOBIE A. RUAYA ERICA MEI N. SYSING *HAREL JO I. TIA *DIVINA MARI A. TUBAT *VAL AMIEL VESTIL *PRINCESS IZZA N. YAMARO COLLEGE HONORS ALYSSA KAYE S. ADASA DARREN REY C. ADTOON QUENIE S. ALATON TIARA DENISE ALBULARIO VERN JASMINE M. ALFEREZ KLARIZA LEBY A. ARADO JOZAH L. AVANZADO ALMA FE V. BACARA SAMANTHA JESSA T. BADON RAY CHEN S. BAHINTING TYRELL D. BALAJO SARINA GAY D. BALATERO CHELSIE A. BALMADRES CHRISTINE MAE T. BANE DIXIE ISAAC O. BANGCOG PRINCESS CARMELA M. BARBASO ALPHA MABYLLE B. BARILLO *ROYCE C. BIAQUIS PRINCESS HARLEY G. BINOYA FRANZ C. BORROMEO ANGELO CARLO E. BUSCATO NATHALIE JANE N. CABALLES MARJORIE ANNE P.
Honors while 126 sophomore, junior, and senior students were included in the College Honors. Forty students received a scholarship key (*) for being in the College Honors for two consecutive years. The Class Honors for this year was composed of 17 freshmen, 130 sophomores,
125 juniors, and 160 seniors. The speaker for the 59th Honors Day program was Atty. Terrence Anton T. Callao, graft investigation and prosecution officer II, who was a most outstanding student of the year in 2006 during his college years. The following are the honors students for school year 2016-2017:
CABURIAN CARLISLE NAUDYN T. CARORO *CARYL A. CASULOC-AN PEARL IVY CATUBIG JOHN PATRICK O. CHANG RICA B. CHIO STEPHANIE RIA L. COLINCO ARGIE KENT B. CORDOVA GRACE O. DE AUSEN NICOLE ANNE C. DEOCARIS SOPHIA CASSANDRA C. DIAGO DC MAE M. DIMASUHID YASHMIN N. ELMACO MICHAEL DIOSIM C. ENDAB *ANGELA ANNE L. ENRIQUEZ LARA FE R. FERROLINO SHEENA C. FLORES JAZZRIEL R. FOLIO LIELA GABRIELLE V. FONTANOSA TISHRI B. GABUYA LAILA ISABEL M. GALERA ARIES THEODORE E. GAYO SHIEGELLA RAE C. GEALON CHRISSE MARTHA B. GILLESANIA MICHAEL AARON C. GOMEZ CARYL M. GRAJO VINES JOI P. GUINTO NOURHAN C. HASSAN CORINA JANE G. INFIESTO DAVE CARLSON A. ISIDTO TIARA JAYA Y. JABUTAY KENDRICK M. KITANE KRIZIA IANA M. KWAN ZEANALYN U. LACIBAL MARY JOY LACUÑA GERR MARIE R. LADERA *ALLISON CRUYFF V F. LADERO MARIAH SHECAIHNA A. LAQUE REINE MARGUERITE A. LIMPAO MARICHU P. LOMOTOS CLAIRE ANN MARIE A. LUCIN KRISHA ALMA P. MACARAYA CYD ELNETH GIA C. MACLACHLAN CHARLENE C. MALICAY MAIZA Z. MAMENTA MARC RODNEY S. MANABAN PHOEBE MARIE M. MANDI PEARL ANGELIQUE A. MARFIL EDNA LHOU P. MASICAMPO KARLA KHRISTINE L. MELON JOHN MONROE P. MIRA MARIVIC G. MOHILLO *DOROTHY S. MONTECINO *CARLOS O. MONTEJO III JULIANNE GRACE G.
MONTES AJUNA N. MWOMBEKI NICOLE ANNE C. NECESITO *DIANA CHRISTINE A. NOTARTE FLOURIE MAE O. OJALES BELLKIM KEITH S. ONGGON AISHA AL-HAM M. OPADA *JONE ZELITA C. ORLINA KRISJAN MARIE S. OSABEL GIANNE MAFAYE A. PACULANANG LEONEMAIR GRACE D. PAHAMTANG MICH IZEN I. PAÑA KHYLLE PELMYR A. PEPINO TANYA MIKHAELA D. PERATER ALESSANDRA SABRINA M. PINILI PATRICIA ELLAINE E. PINTOR JHUDIEL BRIGID L. PLANDO JOHN CARLOS A. PLATA THERESE D. PORCINA MARC VINCENT G. PROCIANOS ABIGAIL P. PROSPERO JIRYL KAYE R. QUINAMOT JASMINE I. QUITOY *IAN DMITRI L. REMOTO LOLYN FAITH C. ROBIN JOHN EDGAR C. RUBIO CRISMARIO LESANDRO D. SAAD JOANNIE DAWN A. SAGUBAN JULLIENE E. SALBORO NORMITA R. SECHICO VINCENT MITCHEL N. SIERRA *JOLINA S. SINCO *RYSHYL MARGARET C. SO MARIANNE JOYCE Q. SUBONG ERCEL LEE G. SY GEM THERESE C. TABIOS *FABELLE T. TAGSIP BIANCA LOUISSE S. TAN KYANA ANGELA R. TAYKO GEMMELLA M. TEBIO JAHLEL D. TORNO *JULIE E. TUBALLA *JOANNA JOYCE E. TUBASES MARK VINCENT A. TY *DUA AEKA A. URIARTE FAITH ROSE T. UROT ALPHEA MAE B. VILLALON MARIA FE L. YABRES ANITA GENEROSA S. YGOÑA AVA GRISSELLE R. YURONG CLASS HONORS FRESHMEN MARIA HIMIG KRISTINA G.
ADVIENTO CHRISTIAN JOSEPH G. ASCURA MARACE M. BONALOS BENEDICT BOSCO Z. BUENDIA RENZO JOHN PHILLIP O. CABAGAY DAVID ALLEN B. DE GUZMAN NICOLE A. FRY MARIBEL S. GLAZIER RYAN VICTOR R. GOMEZ GIULLIA RAE F. LAWAS ABIGAIL B. LORENZANA BENRASHDIE J. NGO SUN REONG E. OK ESTHER FAITH M. PADILLA LOUISE ANGELA R. SERATE ALYANNA MARIE A. TAMBUNTING KATHERINE A. TAMBUNTING SOPHOMORES LISHLEY G. ABILLAR KRISTINA ERIKA B. ALCANTARA VICTORIA YSOBEL F. ALCANTARA ALSHEI MIRA B. ALCUITAS ADRIAN JAY C. ALFORQUE APRIL JOY IMEE V. ALMENDRALEJO KRISTEL EVE S. AMACANIN MICHELLE K. ANDRES LESLIE ANNE E. ANDUS FRETZIE JOY J. ARAÑAS SEAN PHILIP D. ARAULA ALEXANDRA JAY M. ARIAS GABRIELLE S. ARROJADO JAMAICA B. ARTIAGA ELAINE F. AUSTRIA DEXTER PHILIP S. BACULNA RITCHEL DYAN Z. BAGAYAS JENNICA ANNE A. BAILON KYLE C. BALANSAG PINKY FAYE D. BANCAIREN ANA MAYANARA Y. BANQUERIGO KISHA MAURYLL D. BANTUGAN ALAN MAY P. BIAL VINCENT JOHN C. BITO-ON KENDALL MARIE BUENAVISTA ATHENA MARJOLIE L. CABRERA CHARLYN DEE B. CALAMBA CARLEE CHEROKEEH T. CALINGACION LORAND JAMES G. CALUMPANG CHARLES CHRISTIAN V. CARIÑO CAMILLE KATE V. CATAYLO DAN JOAQUIN G. CHIN GINO E. CUEVA GUIDE R. DADANG FILA R. DAGOMO MARCELIANO III E. DEGUIT ALYCKA SKY M. DELMO CHRISTINE ANNE EMMAN E. DINOPOL SARAH FAYE E. DULACA KASSANDRA JOYCE S. EGUIA MAIRA CHRISTELLE JOY Z. ESPINA
JAPHET T. ESTORQUE DAVE E. ESTRABELA SOULJAH H. FALLER SOPHIA ISABEL L. FLORES SUZY MAE Y. FUERTES MYLES PAULINE A. FUERZAS JARED ROSE T. GAPOL SHAIRAH P. GARONG XIAN AIBY O. GENEROSO ARL RENZYL S. GONIA LINDSY B. GOOC CHANTAL MARIE D. GRAPA DANISE JADE B. GUMAHAD SHINGO B. HASEBE DIONIFER ELLAINE M. JAMIL WAN JEONG JINAH RUTH G. JOMAO-AS APRILLE ROSELLE VINCE R. JUANILLO LJ CHRISTWILL DIVINE G. JUAREZ JYAMP T. JULIAN DEIDRE L. KELLEY ANNE MARGARETH L. KHAN MYEONG SEOK N. KIM GABRIELLE NIÑA D. KONAHAP RAUL KRISTIAN B. LAGARE MARIE MARGARET B. LARENA GENMARIE C. LASOLA PRECIOUS SHAM E. LASTIMADO GAYLE ROSE V. LEGARA APPLE GEE C. LIBO-ON DAVE DIANNE O. LUDOC CLARE MARIAN F. MACARUBBO MA. CHIERA PATRICE S. MAGALLANO FELROSE Q. MAGALSO MAJERLY D. MAHUSAY MATT GAVEN MATIBAG LYKA LEI P. MENDEZ JOHN URIEL L. MERECIDO ANSELM NIKKO T. MONTEBON KRIZZIA MAE NICOLAS MICAH LEY M. OLPOS JARREN DEHM D. OMADLAO CHARISSA CLAIRE L. OMAMALIN JENNY LYN S. ONGCOY RUBYLYN K. OPINA EZZRAH LEAH ROBBE D. ORO IRAH KAYE R. OSUMO MEIKA LUCILLE D. OZOA JEA MARIE E. PEREZ SAMANTHA DENISE S. PIAPE GIFTALIA EVANS F. PIZARRO KAYE SAMANTHA T. PONTILLAS GRACE D. QUIBOYEN RENNA CLAIR G. RAGUDO PHILIP J. RECINTO LOLYN HOPE C. ROBIN DAN JAIRUS D. RUBIO MARY ROSE T. SALOMA JOHN KENNETH C. SALVA MARIANNE APRIL N. SAMBAS GWYNETH ROSCIEL E. SARMING ROBERT J. SCHELLING SHEILA P. SERAD
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MOVE OVER, PINEAPPLE. Every year, February 9 is dubbed as “National Pizza Day.” To commemorate the occasion, here are pizza toppings around the globe which may, for some people, push pineapple out of crusty waters.
Brazil Green peas are a popular pizza topping in Brazil, and can even come with quail eggs, carrots, beets, and raisins.
France Nope, that is not a plate made of bread. In France, pizza can be served with fried eggs as toppings.
Russia Mockba is a popular pizza in Russia, and is topped with mackerel, tuna, sardines, salmon, and onions. Oh, and it is also served cold.
Palestine Spice is Palestine’s specialty. Chicken, pine nuts, and olive oil are covered with cinnamon and allspice in one popular pie.
(Compiled by Andre Joshua T. Aniñon via http://www.allday.com/the-strangest-pizza-toppings-across-the-globe-2180782829.html)
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incident ni-ana sila nga ‘Yes dong, nakabalo na mi’,” Sedigo stated. However, in an interview with Jerome C. Pacundo, PASO Office Security Supervisor on Feb 2, he stated that PASO was not aware of the incident. “…Karon pa gud mi nakabalo ana nga report, kay sa uban gud nga nahitabo sauna, mu-report man dayon nang mga studyante, karon nauna naman nuon ang social media niya kami diri sa security office wa gud mi idea about ni ana,” Pacundo said.
Pacundo added that given that they are now aware of the incident; all the guards were advised to stay alert especially on areas where the “suspect” was seen. Pacundo emphasized that it was a wake-up call for the guards and the security supervisor to strengthen the security for the safety of the Sillimanians. Moreover, Pacundo assured that the “suspect” won’t be able to get inside SU since SU implements the “No ID, No Entry” policy.~
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will be asked questions that you see every day. The questions are situations we have been familiar with. So, by God’s grace, we are able to analyze the questions carefully even if they are very challenging,” Mongcopa said. Uy Matiao said, “SUPT taught us to always achieve something in a day that no time should be wasted if you want to achieve something as big as this. If you want to pass, if you want to top the boards, there will always be a lot of things that you need to sacrifice but everything will be worth it in the end.” The SUPT department garnered 85.71 per cent passing rate and has consistently been producing topnotchers for the licensure exams in the recent years.~
SUPTs topnochers for PT licensure exams
TWO SILLIMANIANS RANKED top 4 and top 10 in the physical therapy licensure exams conducted last Feb. 5-6. Kristine Joy Mongcopa ranked 4th and Diane Grace Uy Matiao ranked top 10. Both recognized Silliman University as instruments for their success. Mongcopa said that they were taught to be independent at all times and to learn how to make use of the resources they have. She said that their exposure to different centers and big hospitals during their 10 months of internship helped them during the boards. “During the board exams, you
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External Programs Committee official logo. The External Programs Committee, according to Juanillo, was implemented just this school year. “It is the primary executive committee that caters to all needs and concerns as well as extend student government programs, activities, and services to officially-enrolled students outside the Silliman campus,” Juanillo said. On the other hand, Juanillo also authored a resolution for the installation of ladders and siderailings for the double-decked beds of the cooperative dorms for girls. She added that this resolution is one of the few passed resolutions that have been executed. The other two approved resolutions include the one authored by Jil Varon and Clark Ferrer of the College of Nursing to place mirrors in the comfort rooms at the third floor of the Olivia Villaflores Yanson building.
Representatives of the School of Basic Education, Carissa Araco, Windyll Orlina, and Ray Chiu, also authored a resolution for the complete disinfection and proper maintenance of the filtering systems of the drinking fountains in the junior high school campus. According to Juanillo, the current SUSG administration has the responsibility to execute the approved resolutions until their term ends in May. The other resolutions approved by the assembly include: installation of room divider for Com Room 1 and 2, installation of tissue vendo machines at Emilio T. Yap Hall, declaration of February as Students’ Rights and Welfare Month (Sommer Buyante and Renz Macion); Commendation for Paula Lynn Obañana (Macion, Buyante, Chiu, Araco, Orlina, Noreen Tabaloc, Jirro Tan); institutionalization of the Talumpati ng Taon (Macion, Juanillo,
Josh Elleso, Manaban, Xena Gadayan); repair and installation of additional electrical outlets at the university library (Paul Anthony Cinco); Addition of lights at the quadrangle, and update and repair of electrical outlets of the rooms at the College of Agriculture (Kim Villamil); expression of condolences to the bereaved family of former Sen. Miriam Santiago (Elleso, Gadayan); congratulate passers of the psychometrician board exams; Replacement of blinds to blackout roller blinds at the SU Medical School (SUMS) Small Group Discussion and installation of walkway shed from SU Medical Center backdoor gate to SUMS (Rogo Homecillo, Felice Enopia); Provision of microphone at KH21 (Rhyn Esolana, Gadayan); installation of hand dryers in comfort rooms of the SU Junior High School’s new building (Chiu, Tabaloc, Tan, Macion).~
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According to Arslan, Islam means “peace, purity, submission and obedience.” He added that if a person wants to learn Islam, one should follow the teachings of Muhammad and read the Quran. During the forum, Arslan clarified the meaning of “jihad.” He said that the real essence of jihad is trying to fight against carnal desires As a Muslim, Arslan fights against ignorance, poverty and conflict in the society. Merell Recta, a senior high student
and one of the viewers was asked if how did she see Muslims after the forum and answered, “We shouldn’t think that Muslims are bad just because our society associates Muslims with terrorism.” Arslan has been living in Manila since 2003 together with his family. He is the president of Pacific Dialogue Foundation, a non-government organization. They promote charity –economic assistance events. They are the first international NGO who arrived in Tacloban during Typhoon Haiyan or Yolanda.~
where the others are coming from. “If you must choose between to be right and to be kind, please be kind… Choose to be compassionate,” Omisan stressed. He emphasized why one person commits suicide every 40 seconds in the whole world. “It’s because they forget to love. Actually, the love is just there, there are just many barriers,” Omisan said. Omisan also discussed the Love Continuum of Marci Schmoft, starting from having no love, loving for bad reason, loving for good reason, to loving for no reason. According to Omisan, as stated in the love continuum, when there
is no love, there is so much fear, hatred and resistance. He added that love for bad reason is using others to fill the void within. Omisan also tackled the three myths of love: love makes you weak, love is all about romance, and finding love outside oneself. He discussed the “truths” behind those myths by stressing that only the strongest can love truly, romance is just part of love, and love is within one’s self. Omisan gave a talk after the presentation of the letters written by the Valentine Love Letter Writing Contest 2017 Participants. He was also one of the judges of the competition.~
Int’l NGO president talks about misconceptions on Muslims
ADRENALINE. The view of Apo Island during the Kite Surf exhibition held on February 11 at Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental. PHOTO BY Kenno Elum
Bacolod-based dance company stages De-Ling By Mary Abigail T. Go TO KICK OFF Cultural Arts Council’s 54th cultural season, Bacolod-based dance company “Dance Pull Project” performed a contemporary dance entitled “DeLing” last Feb. 10-11 at the Claire Isabel McGill-Luce Auditorium. De-Ling is a full length contemporary dance based on the artworks of Moreen Austria which is an adaptation of a tragic story in Negros Occidental in the 1930s. It was made
more appropriate for public consumption by Nicholas Pichay, and directed by Dwight Rodrigazo. Xiao Mitchao, choreographer and the lead said, “We (Dance Pull Project) are overwhelmed and happy to come over for Dumaguete is one our dream places to perform because you have the Luce Auditorium which is a very outstanding place to perform in.” De-Ling is set to stage in the coming months in Ayala Museum, De La Salle- St.Benilde,and Cultural Center of the Philippines.~
WITH THE RECENT bombings by terrorist groups from all over the world, Cihangir “Hans” Arslan, president of Pacific Dialogue Foundation, discussed about Islam and combating extremism cancer in the forum “Interreligious Dialogue” last Feb. 6. Arslan quoted Fethulla Gulen from an interview in Washington Post about the 9/11 attack. He said,“A terrorist cannot be a Muslim.A Muslim cannot be a terrorist.”
Leaders’ North founder tackles ‘Love Matters, Just Because’
By Karah Jane B. Sarita “LOVING WITHOUT A reason, loving just because” was emphasized by Kent Omisan, founder of Leaders’ North, in his talk about love, courtship, and dating last Feb. 13 at the Audio-Visual Theater 1. Omisan shared three things to consider in order to radiate love starting with loving one’s self first. “If you cannot give yourself love, how can you love other people? ... Loving yourself is not selfish,” Omisan said. Second was forgiveness, by feeling the pain and letting it go. Third was to have compassion, by understanding