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A.Y. 2018—2019 Vol. 1 June—September Issue October 2018 Publication

Students cheering as the athletes are being introduced. Photo taken by Alejandro Juancho.

Baring the Vigour of Sports: The Arellano University PEP RALLY 2018 by Dian J. Mantiles and Warren Ryan P. Revoltar Last July 5, 2018, the Faye Anne Marie Flo- effectively hosted the pro- Were clustered in accord- “Joy” Apolonio, Asst. Athlet- res, a volleyball player, gram. Everyone applauded celebrated home turf of the ance to their year level, ics Director, started intro- commenced the program as the masters of the cere- Chiefs - Arellano University, strands and programs, ap- ducing the players and with an invocation, followed mony introduced the Vice kick started the 94th season plauded their hearts out coaches who will take part in by the singing of the nation- President, Marketing / Ath- of the National Collegiate when they were asked to all of the events, both Jun- al anthem and the Arellano letic Director, Mr. Valente Athletic Association (NCAA), take up their loudest iors and Seniors division, in University hymn, spear- V. Cayco, who gave his which is the initial and long- cheers. Additionally, Che- the 94th season of the headed by the Arellano opening remarks to wel- est running collegiate sports rifer Boy of the Cherifer NCAA. As expected, the ath- drum chiefs. come and to officially start league in the Philippines brand, as one of the gener- letes were graced with the the program. with the underlying theme The masters of ceremo- ous sponsors of the PEP hails and cheers from blue “Unparalleled Heights ny, Mr. Jehu Ray Cabanes As the course of the Rally, did a “mascot dance” and red bleeding Arellanites. through Sports Develop- and Ms. Angeline Manto - celebration was on fire, stu- which relatively flavored Moreover, the event was also ment”, hosted by the 5-time an ABS-CBN Sports and dents from the Plaridel the event. carried out in a revenue of hosts, University of Perpetu- Action (S+A) representative campus together with the Afterwards, Maria Fe > TURN TO PAGE 3 al Help System DALTA. did a splendid job as they Legarda campus students Election of SG Officers Hail to the Chiefs: Tagisan ng Salita Champs! by Miguel Louis Campos by Paul Zacarias, Froilan On August 30, 2018 games Salitang Pilipit, Last August 20, 2018, Hanap Salita and Salitra- Arellanites John Cedrick the Division Office held an to. They have managed to Regenio and Lardine “Election of Division Federa- survive the Elimination tion Supreme Student Govern- Agustin from Elisa Es- AU Chiefs go against the EAC Generals. round which they were in ment Officers” at Malabon guerra Campus’ grade 12 4th place and were headed City. HUMSS 4a and 5a respec- for the final round to be tively did battle with con- Braves and Chiefs’ Home Game The elected President was conducted on the 31st of by Warren Ryan P. Revoltar John Mark G. Edang, and one testants from 33 other August 2018 in the munic- of the chosen Board Director schools from which 5 evi Dela Cruz and Rom ning with a 75-69 thriller of an ipal hall of Malabon. L was John Jerimie Cortan. schools were exclusively overtime triumph over visiting Junsay drove the Arellano bus Both are from the same year pitched for dominance in On the final day, John Emilio Aguinaldo College. The right into the winners' circle level and track; Grade 12 – Braves duplicated the Chiefs’ the Senior High school Cedrick Regenio and Lard- with an overtime and a come- HUMSS 1A. The other elected win with a comeback 79-77 round. ine Augustine plowed back win against the visiting Board Director is Krystel Ve- victory over the EAC Briga- through another 3 games team EAC, respectively. lasco and Arcie Mauricio was The first day of the diers. Salinsalita, Sangay - At long last, Arellano Uni- elected as the Peace Officer of contest was held in Robin- Sangay na Salita and Halo versity played its first game in At 2PM, the AU Braves the division. Both came from sons Town Hall Malabon -Halong Letra from which the NCAA 94 Men’s Basketball collided with the EAC Briga- Grade 10 – Albert Einstein. where our Arellanites diers. Early on the contest, the our Arellanites accom- Tournament. Making their de- The mentioned electives showed true intellectual home team however fell onto a plished absolute victory but at home at the Arellano are from Arellano University – mastery of the Filipino 21-point hole early on. The with Arellano University... Gym in Legarda, Manila, the Jose Rizal High School; a language in the form of 3 home team stumbled off… Chiefs got off to a rousing begin- great... > TURN TO PAGE 12 > TURN TO PAGE 16 > TURN TO PAGE 10 1 ARELLANO UNIVERSITY JUAN SUMULONG CAMPUS Seminar on Awareness and Prevention of Recognizing Bullying Violence, Harassment and Hazing present at the said event to ac- By Gabriela B. Mendoza Seminar: Top Tips to commodate their students. The Online Safety activity was attended by second year and third year students by Christine Maye G. Galopo with Ms. Rodea Lois Licuanan assigned with the registration.

The Central Guidance Of- fice invited Police Superinten- dent Lemuel P. Nalangan, MPA, a part-time faculty member of College students as target audiences and the the College of Criminal Justice, awarding of certificate for the resource speaker. AU-Main Campus as the re- source speaker of the seminar. Harassment, abuse, and hu- implications of the said topic. Mr. Nalangan shared his exper- miliation: these are words that tise and his experience regard- relate to hazing. It does nothing but The Master of Ceremony ing bullying, harassment, and Guest Speaker Eufer Pasion condones and promotes violence was Ms. Karina Aquino, College hazing. that is why the Central Guidance of Guidance Counselor and the opening remarks and introduc- Arellano University- Legarda orga- Ms. Ludivina A. Alonzo, n August 6 2018, the reputation, and to instruct tion of the speaker was given by O nized a seminar entitled RGC, RPm, AU-Main Supervis- safety for kids online and Ms. Mildred C. Pañgan, RGC, Legarda Guidance Office con- “Awareness and Prevention of Vio- ing Guidance Counselor award- ducted a seminar on bullying share security tips to others. RPm, and Supervising Guidance lence, Harassment, and Hazing.” It ed the Certification of Apprecia- at 1 to 4 PM which were at- He emphasized in developing a Counselor of AU-Main. Mr. Je- was held last August 1, 2018, 9:30 tion to Mr. Nalangan. As she tended by freshmen, transfer- prudent and courteous attitude am to 11:30 am at the Little Thea- rome Gumayagay, Program Chair delivered the closing remarks, ees and fourth-year college as Filipino netizens. “’Think ter. The activity was mobilized to for Performing Arts and Ms. she encouraged the students students. It focused on how to before you click’ is the cardinal rule in using internet,” he impart to students awareness and Lourdes Mendoza from the Col- that the guidance office is gener- protect oneself from becoming stressed. as well as the consequence and lege of Criminal Justice were ally open for consultation and a victim to the potential harm and dangers in social media. there are proper professional He engaged the students advice to be given, especially The guest speaker, Terri- with gifts given to the confi- Thru the NCAA years with when it concerns the topic dis- tory Channels Manager Mr. dent and eager participants cussed in the seminar. Eufer L. Pasion, presented who answered his questions, Mr. Valente Cayco tips on how to protect oneself and ended his seminar by of- By Amira A. Floro online. He advised everyone to fering 365 Microsoft Office download a legitimate soft- Package and Windows 10 for The National Collegiate not that young, but not they just joined last 2009 or ware to avoid computer mal- the whole audience for free. Athletic Association (NCAA) enough experiences to have 2010, I think, so not bad, wares or viruses, to protect The guidance office hoped season is one of the most pres- this pillar of instinct for what since NCAA has been existing sensitive and personal infor- that the seminar sheds light to tigious, well-known, and await- they want. The thing is, we for 94 years; we are still on mation, to create or renew the students about the critical ed sports event in the country still have to wait for them to the birth of the NCAA; mean- strong password which com- role of online safety in the where by the college students mature, so in terms of getting ing Arellano is still on the bines all characters and sym- cyber environment and how it in the national level are given a into the finals, there is a slim infant stage, but Arellano is bols together, to be in control can lead to any form of bully- and responsible of your online chance not only to expose their chance of getting into it. But, still competing, meaning, they ing. skills and talent on the specific what we will have here is are there on the top once in a field of game, but also to mani- THE experience of fighting while, yan ang inyong ipag- Feature fest the spirit and camaraderie with the other schools.” malaki, maging school pride of their respective alma maters. nyo ang Arellano, that is THE BURNING DILEMMA OF FAITH: Aside from the said facts, it is He also gave me a where your money goes, yung RELIGION VERSUS SCIENCE also an avenue for the aspiring glimpse of how the AU Chiefs pag-aalaga sa mga players By: Dian J. Mantiles players to prove themselves to clinched its first OVERALL and at the same time, the noble sports, and fortunate- CHAMPIONSHIP thru excel- pagkuha sa mga coaches na Prior to existence of man, our and explanations of science. Most of ly, when discovered by the pro- lent performance last year makikita nyo na, every time ancestors executed a variety of en- the unfolded questions in our history fessional assessors and manag- and (hopefully) this year. your school competes-- they deavors concerning the explanations and present life are being gradually ers, they can pursue it as a “Last year, the women’s vol- are giving their best, they are about uncertain mysteries and ob- answered by the evidences revealed. profession and become part of leyball team got the back-to- not just for no. 3, no. 4 , they scurities of universe. This is to justify Because of these powerful evidenc- the Philippine Team which has back championship, third don’t compete for the sake and establish the factual origins of es, many people lost their faith. a vision and the passion to ex- overall for senior’s division of competing, they look life. All through this early study and Young people are being swallowed press greatness of the Filipinos and no. 2 in the junior’s divi- forward to become cham- explanations of human origin, belief by the advantages of science and in terms of sports all over the sion, not bad. There are some pions.” systems, abstract perspectives and technology. The beliefs for God or world. old players here that already ancient ethics have developed and gods are no longer present within graduated, so we will rely on His best AU Chiefs MO- fused into a philosophical expression these groups. Auspiciously, our very own the new ones which, alam mo MENT that happened in the of “Religion and Faith”. This abstract Lastly, each individual has his or alma mater is part of this, na, if you are new in the team; last few years of Arellano was concept served as a reference for her own faith from within. And as which we’ve been given a wala pang maturity and expe- “For me, the most memorable many people - it holds moral code open believers, may we not be con- chance to manifest our worth in rience.” at dapat ipagmalaki ng Arel- and contains set of classification of fused by these things. Science may the battle field of discipline, lano is that 3-peat tayo sa right and wrong. It provides an ex- possibly help us through diverse greatness, perseverance, and To put it simply, it be- track and field. Ang track treme foundation of love, hope and fields of study and bizarre explana- family spirit, represented by came inspiring as he shared and field, isa iyong sa track, joy for humanity. And specifically, it tion of things, but the satisfaction of our home heroes, the Arellano his vision for the university isa iyong Sa field. Sa track explains the concepts of life and such devotion and faith is an inexpli- University athletes. in relation to the NCAA Sea- meron yung 100 meters., 150 death. Religion is considered as the cable feeling. In religion, there is son 94’s motto – meters, merong relay- ang heart and soul of humanity. nothing more profound other than To become more informed “UnParalleled Heights dami, sa field naman merong choosing what is right. And I think on the status of the university through Sports Develop- throw, javelin , long jump at However, because of the con- there is always a uniform objective – in this matter, I was given a ment”. In fact, some of the high jump - ang dami. Sa stant advancements of the world, the to offer moral patterns among all of privilege to conduct an inter- athletes who graduated from Olympics yang track and ideology of religion tends to lessen its members. Whatever religion may view with the VP for Marketing the university happened to field ang pinaka-ultimate, the amount of its credibility. Another be, we are all imposed to do what is and athletics director of Arella- represent the country in in- ang pinaka inaabangan nila, form of barrier is the birth and ad- right and good. Perhaps religion has no University, Mr. Valente ternational sports events like because that is where you vances in science and technology. I its own nature and network of prac- Cayco. During our conversa- basketball, cheerleading and separate the boys from the think the majority of religious teach- tices but the catch is, what can you tion, he shared the recent and many more. “Well, when you men, pagalingan yan at pati- ings are being contradicted and do to improve your faith? previous standings of the uni- speak on the unparalleled bayan, that is where you changed by the systematic theories versity in the NCAA. Primarily, heights through sports devel- measure your strength and he is glad because the Arellano opment, parati naman weakness and yet Arellano University Chiefs were able to nandun yun eh, when you has been champions for three join consistently every year join to the NCAA, you always times, it is usually held in the including the Track and Field. think of the development of last of the NCAA, you will see In the NCAA Season 94, he the athletes, at the same time the stadium full of people. updated me with the following: it’s not only through sports; Meron pa nga dyan na kung but the athletes themselves, tawagin ay decathlon lahat (a) Defended titles of the uni- meron dyang academics, and ng events ay sinasalihan. Ang versity from last year’s season at the same time sports. We Ironman, ang hirap nyan, 93 have been producing good pero three consecutive na (b) Championships that might athletes sa Arellano per se. championships! happen for the university Arellano athletes that are now (c) Crowd/Arellano University competing in international “Yan ang CHIEFS moments community support sports, we have Capadocia, ko, yan pang dapat ipagma- (d) Level of competition, and we have Camino, as well as laki ng Arellanites” Lastly he more. Jio Jalalon sa Gilas, looking defined Arellanites in three Valente Cayco (Left) and EIC Amira Floro (Right) Mr. Cayco said that, “for the at it, Arellano is still a very words, “braveness, resilience basketball, it’s a new team; young school at the NCAA, and discipline!” meaning -- young players, well, 2 ARELLANO UNIVERSITY JUAN SUMULONG CAMPUS

Baring the Vigour “Ugaliing Magtanim of Sports: Sapat na Nutrisyon Aanihin” The Arellano Nutrition Month Celebration University PEP Anne Klariz T. Cogolio

RALLY 2018 The TLE Department in in the crowd cheered while he was serenading them with Inigo By Dian J. Mantiles and Warren cooperation with the Future Pascual’s ‘Dahil Sa’yo’, and se- Ryan P. Revoltar Homemakers’ Club conducted lected students from tenth an activity in celebration of erformances by Jerry grade Newton also showcased P Nutrition Month aligned with their talent. Right after the ice Codinera’s coached Seniors the theme “Ugaliing Magtanim breaker, videos related to the Sapat na Nutrisyon Aanihin”. Men’s Basketball team and the nutrition month theme made by Confection entries for Nutrition The event was held at Socio successive performances of every grade level was shown. M o n t h Civic Center in Arellano Uni- Star Music Artists, Bryan versity – Juan Sumulong cam- As the crowd was patiently Gazmen and Mario Mortel. As pus in August 3, 2018. waiting for the participants’ per the final program, the AU output in Icing Decoration Con- For welcome remarks, Mrs. Chiefsquad and Drumchiefs test, the grade 9 and grade 10 Anavelle Gambayan, the Arella- students performed their ended the first part of the gen- no University High School prin- Speech Choir Presentation with eral PEP rally. cipal, prepared a wonderful pride and confidence. The judg- speech for everyone present. The second Part of the es of the Icing Decoration Con- event, co-presented by EYE The Grade 7 representa- test were Mrs. Victoria D. Trivi- MO and was sponsored by tives participated in Speech ño, Dean of Student Affairs, and Choir Presentation followed by Smart, Oishi, GlutaMAX, Pow- Mrs. Anavelle O. Gambayan. the Grade 8 representatives. er Potato, simpleads – started. Mr. Bryan Marquez and The audience was in awe as the Mrs. Melanie Bernabe recog- Several OPM solo artists and students poured their heart and nized the Future Homemaker’s bands performed on stage, soul on their performance. Up Club Officers for their valuable namely: Down by 18, BRWN, next was the Nutri-Quiz Con- service and dedication in the test wherein the participants Unit 406, RJ Agustin, Soap event. And for the most awaited competed by year level. The Dish, Miro Valera, True Faith part, winners in each contest Feature representatives are from Grade and Silent Sanctuary. Each was awarded with medals, cer- 8 to Grade 10. The Nutri-Quiz tificates, and special prices. To and everyone, young and old, LIMELIGHT: Hail to the AU Utility Contest has three levels: easy, finally end the program, the sang up to the very last lyric Personnels and Guards average, and difficult round. of the last performer’s song. closing remark was given by Mr. By Warren Ryan P. Revoltar A special number was given Daniel Cariazo. All in all, the multitude of stu- by Aaron Dela Cruz. People in dents and university staff who Imagine yourself eating your suklian ang paghihirap ng kanilang attended this year’s PEP Rally packed lunch on a filthy foul- mga magulang.” Poster Making Contest is a clear manifestation of the smelling gazebo at your university, Cleaning work is often physi- GRADE 7 despite of your hunger, would you cally demanding. Utility personnels firm comradery of the Arellano 1st place - Ceron Michael Angeles be able to swallow anything? Imag- can easily get scrapes and bruises University community. ine yourself studying for your pre- from cleaning, moving equipment 2nd place - Flora Mae Openiano liminary or midterm exams on a and using tools to fix things. Need- 3rd place - Gerard Bacaoco scorching library due to malfunc- less to say that some oftentimes tioning air conditioning units, have an unfair mindset that they can GRADE 8 would you understand every single make a mess, reasoning "that's why 1st place - Noui John Jacosalem lesson that was typewritten on your they pay the janitor" which is wrong handouts? Imagine that you’re in all aspects. So when asked about 2nd place - Ahmalia Buccat about to pee but almost all cubicles the hardships or struggles she faces 3rd place - Christian Tonido on your university’s comfort rooms in her work almost everyday, she GRADE 9 are apparently unsanitary-looking, stated “Minsan gusto mo ng would you not hold in pee and try umayaw…” but she added 1st place - Mark Maurice Rivera The Curtain not to puke? Imagine staying in a “Pagbubutihin ko ang trabaho ko 2nd place - Angela Ansula is Now Open: classroom for hours on end not para masuportahan ko ang pamilya knowing that there’s a lunatic in- ko.” and that she’s willing to do 3rd place - John Mark Manese truder, not from your university, anything for her family even if it GRADE 10 waiting in the corridors to inflict means doing work, day and night, pain in you - to assault you, would 24-7-365. 1st place - John Ysrael Jordas By Sheikinah Grace Sanz you feel safe and secured? 2nd place - Sandro Ofalsa Not only Mrs. Daguman is re- Luckily, these are some reali- garded as an industrious university 3rd place - Ralph Meneses The word "theatre" was derived ties that are happening in other personnel but also Mr. Daniel Rivera, schools - in and out of the Philip- a roaming security guard originally from the Ancient Greek “theatron”, which Grade 7 and 8 Icing Decoration Contest means "a place for viewing", and from” pines - that we, Arellanites, doesn’t from Baler, Aurora. He’s responsible theaomai”, "to see", "to watch", "to ob- experience for we have industrious for ensuring the safety and security 1st place - Mariecris Ednave, Kyla Mari Dela Pena, Princess Adehter serve". It is the place where people come utility personnels and guards work- of the university. Part of their work Encina to see the truth about life and social situ- ing 24/7 to keep the university neat is to patrol, guard, and check any- 2nd place- Danaya Gurtiza, Mica Emana, Arlyn Noez and clean and secured, safe and ations. The curtain is now opened by the one who will enter the university 3rd place- Kate Evangelista, Jehainie Hassan, Michaella Cortez first ever theatre guild in Arellano Uni- sound. premises. He’s a college graduate versity – Juan Sumulong Campus. Grade 9 and 10 Icing Decoration Contest With that, here are two of the from Mount Carmel College and is hoping and waiting to pass the 1st place - Nicole Cabucos, Jeremy Mendoza, Marlia Ballon Composer Stella Adler Juan and many hardworking AU utility per- 2nd place- Juliana Serrano, Emanuel Faigal, Hannah Ulanday under the supervision of Ms. Janine Mar- sonnels and guards that are both Criminologist Board Exams. 3rd place- Lyka Anin, Ram Rivera, Myca Joson tinez as the Artistic Director, our first worth-hailing. Security guards have the po- theatre group has taken the official name Mrs. Mira Luna Daguman, an tential to encounter hardships on a of "Teatro Arellano". This initiative has daily basis while performing their Video Presentation Contest the purpose, in an artistic manner, of inexhaustible 46 years old utility duties and when asked about the Jian James Gopez, Giela Mae Costales, Lei Glyndsey Gerance, Karla being a medium to express noble ideas personnel of the university who hardships he faced during work and interesting situations in order to previously hails at Negros Occi- Patricia Santos, Kurt Stephen Famoso, Azriel Neri, John Gabrielle hours he shared, “Syempre di maii- open the minds and hearts of those who dental, performs routine mainte- Cayetano wasan yung mga pasaway na es- watch their performances. At the same nance activities, heavy cleaning tudyante, mahirap kontrolin. Tapos time, Teatro Arellano is already making a duties, such as cleaning floors, may mangilan-ngilang nagrerekla- way to develop and enhance the acting washing walls and glass, removing mo…” but impart quickly, “Pero kung skills of Arellanites, as well as to promote rubbish, emptying trash containers, di makontrol, nand’yan naman ang culture and arts in the community of our replacing trash can linings, organiz- University. OSA.”, which suggest that he knows ing and keeping areas neat and tidy Arellano University Juan Sumulong Campus Press for about 9 hours - 7:00 AM to 4:00 his limitations and his job descrip- Now, we proudly announce the very PM - everyday. She’s been working tion. first production of Teatro Arellano titled: since 2004 in the university and her EDITORIAL BOARD "Ang Paglilitis kay Mang Serapio” Lastly Mr. Rivera expressed, Gabriela Mendoza Germaine Romina coming this November 2018, to which unwavering loyalty is indeed evi- “Pag-iigihan ko pa yung trabaho ko. Amira Floro Associate Editor Literary Editor all of you are invited. Let's support our dent. Dito ko binubuhay pamilya ko, naka- Editor-in-Chief very own theatre, as Arellanites we must katulong ako sa magulang at mga Mrs. Daguman was able to Dian Mantiles Anne Cogolio Warren Revoltar be united: we must watch as one, so that kamag-anak ko, kaya gagalingan ko finish high school in Makati High News Editor Managing Editor Features & our hearts may beat at once. pa.” when asked about his promise but due to some sort of financial Sports Editor to himself this new academic year. Lastly, Teatro Arellano will open its problem she wasn’t able to enroll Christine Galopo Sheikinah Sanz Joshue Gloria workshop this upcoming December for the herself in college. When she was Again, hail to all the Arellano Layout and Graphic Artist Photojournalist Cartoonist audition as per the next production. If you asked about her message to the University utility personnels and have the willingness and the talent, don’t students, she advised “Mag-aral security guards who epitomizes “For Ms. Abegail Cayco miss this chance to be part of our theatre mabuti. Para makamit ang magan- God and Country”. Adviser guild! dang kinabukasan nila at para ma- 3 ARELLANO UNIVERSITY APOLINARIO MABINI CAMPUS

“AU— AMC Senior High School Opening of Classes” by Jave Mary Lacea The SHS Department Last 25th Of June 2018, cheerfully and greeted each are composed of Seven The AU AMC Basic Educa- and every one politely. She Organizations which are tion opened their class for did the opening remarks to the Accountancy and the Senior High School make the school year offi- Business Management, School Year 2018 – 2019. The cial. Mrs. Terrado intro- SHS Students were very ex- duced the SHS Faculty the Senior Executive As- cited to meet new friends and from class advisers of dif- AU AMC SHS Opening of Classes sociation (ABM Club), the ferent strands to class sub- classmates, new professors, Photo taken by Darrel Abaigar Humanities and Social and share different perspec- ject professors, the Prefect Sciences (HUMSS Club), tive about the things they of Discipline Ms. Aileen the Science, Technology, had learned from the previ- Mae R. Galila, the SHS ous year. Guidance Counselor/ Engineering & Mathe- Psychometrician Ms. matics (STEM Club), the The AU AMC SHS Open- Rhenell I. Punzalan, RPm ing of class was presided by General Academics (GAS and such. the Office of Student Affairs Club), the Information Mr. Jude Vincent G. Paliza The short program went and Communication Tech- and the JHS/SHS School well and the students were nology (ICT Club), the Principal Mrs. Lydia T. Ter- guided to their respective AU AMC Induction Ceremony. SPORTS Club and the rado who welcomed the stu- assigned rooms together dents very with their new class advis- On 31st day of July, highest student organiza- er. AU—AMC Induction Arellano University – tion of AU – AMC, the AU AMC FIRST FRIDAY MASS Ceremony 2018 Apolinario Mabini Cam- Supreme Student Council. By Jave Mary Lacea by Jave Mary Lacea pus introduced the offic- It was very overwhelming Every first Friday of the Church. The mass com- Every year, the Arellano mentator, lecturer and sac- ers of Senior High School to see the newly elected Month, The AU AMC Senior University opens an election to ristans are students of AU Department in each officers stand in front of High School Department has all students who has potential AMC and others came from strands for the school AU AMC Senior High their “First Friday Mass”. the assigned strands for the to be leaders that will help the year 2018 – 2019. The School Students who wit- The SHS Department togeth- offerings. University maintain a good Office of Student Affairs – er with the Supreme Student nessed the Induction Cer- First Friday Mass position and well balanced in- Mr. Jude Vincent Paliza emony. Council aims to achieve this started after announcing stitution and will help in han- had been presided the platform of SSC in order for the newly elected SSC offic- dling and guiding the students ers. It is one of the success- Induction Ceremony to- the students to feel the pres- of AMC as it is one of the most LITERARY CORNER ence of the lord and learn a ful platforms of AU AMC gether with the JHS/SHS important characteristics of SSC and will continue until Principal – Ms. Lydia T. HAPPY HOUR gospel or two from the Bible. the end of the school year. leaders. The University choos- Terrado and the Assistant by Lois-An Aguilar The priest of the mass came es leaders who will serve “Be happy.” That’s easier said

Principal – Ms. Florence than done. from San Isidro Catholic wholeheartedly in his/her posi- Solis. We all have times where we tion and can share knowledge smile even though it’s the fakest and skills to his/her co- part of the day. students. Maybe you’re one of those people who make so many people happy iyon. Tila naubusan ng naliwanagan ang es- and laugh when you can’t even dugo ang estudyante ng tudyante na bilang isang smile at yourself. tawagin ang kanyang pan- magaaral, mayroon gam- AU AMC First Friday Mass There would be nights where

Photo taken by Christine Jade Clemente galan, “Wala ka na na- panin at responsibilidad you would sink into nothingness without even knowing why. mang ginawa kahit isa, na dapat isaalang alang at EDITORYAL SA SUSUNOD mahiya ka naman. Senior bigyang prayoridad ang But what matters the most is that you should always stay Ni Pocholo Navarez High Student ka pa man pag-aaral. Kung kaya’t Puyat nang pumasok sa positive and fight for your hap- tatawag ng pangalan, na- din!”, nais sanang tumayo kumuha ng papel at ball- piness not just referring for your silid aralan. Nahihiya nang love ones but for yourself. pagtanto at natatarantang ng estudyante at sabihing pen sa bag ang es- makita ang guro sa harapan ikinumpara at hinagilap sa “Ma’am, subject mo lang tudyante’t sinimulan ng You can always make a way to na mayroong hawak na class cheer yourself up and smile as if kapwa kamag-aral ang ku- ba ang pinapasukan ko? gawin awtput bilang isa record. Subalit, hindi na nag- nothing bad had happened. lang na awtput. Batid ang Marami din akong gina- hanggang anim. dalawang isip na buksan ang Smile, that’s the precious as labis na pangamba na tila gawa!”Napakadaming ak- diamond a person can wear. pinto sabay bati na may nilalanghap Lakas ng loob ay sinabayan ng pag guhit ng tibiti at awtput ang dapat LIGAW NA PANGARAP kasamang ngiti, ngiti na pa- sa buhangin hinagilap. Pag- pawis sa leeg, nanlalamig ipasa. Ni hindi maka- Ni Pocholo Navarez rang walang kulang na aw- sikat ng araw ay aking na balat habang pinaki- pagpahinga. Sa halip na Buhangi’y batong gumuho kinalugdan Paglubog naman tput at ipapasang ku- at nadurog. Sa pagka- kinggan ang gurong ipangalandakan ang nais nito’y aking kinapootan. waderno. Hindi nag aksaya kaaho’y muli itong nalunod. tinawag ang estudyante at bigkasin, tumayo ang es- ng pagtingin man lamang Nais na ito’y mabuo’t tudyante at nagsabi, Tulad ng ilang naliligaw na ipinagmamalaki ang dala- muling mahanap, Tulad ng ang guro, bagkus naupo na pangarap Di na muling ma- wang awtput na opinasa. “Ma’am, pasensya na po. ilang naliligaw na pan- lamang at tumingin tingin. bubuo’t muling mahahanap. Mawawala na yata sa uli- Magpapasa po ako.” Tila garap. Habang nasa kalagitnaan ng Sa pagkakalunod, patuloy rat ng mga oras na itong lulubog Buhangi’y pag Ang pag-asa’y sa hangin

4 ARELLANO UNIVERSITY APOLINARIO MABINI CAMPUS New-trition Month in AU-AMC By Michael James B. Belardo

Last August 1 and 2, Promenade, Grade 9: De- but, Grade 10: Wedding. 2018, the Arellano Univer- This part of the event was sity A. Mabini Campus done in the first day, held a two-day event in cel- which was held last Au- ebration of the Nutrition gust 1, 2018. All of the Month with the theme of grade levels poured out “ U g a l i n g M a g t a n i m , their passion for designing Wastong Nutrisyon Aan- and managing the pro- ihin”. But, this was not an gram flow for the event ordinary kind of event that during the preparation on you expect it to be. Be- that day. cause, the faculty members of the Junior High School They have showcased Department thought of a their camaraderie and new idea on how to cele- AU AMC JHS Nutrition Month cooperation with one an- brate this annual event. other throughout the Photo taken by Frances Peña. They’ve decided to test the event. The judges were abilities and talents of the overwhelmed by the works students in a new level by of the students to the For the second part of the theme wear category, and In the end, the hard work designating each grade lev- point that they felt that activity which held last their intellectual capacity. of the students and the el to execute a specific for- they were in an actual August 2, 2018. Mr and This segment highlighted teachers paid off in this mal event. event. Praises from the Ms Nutribest took part. the beauty and wit of the different kind of event in parents, teachers and stu- Selected students from participants and support Arellano University Apo- So here’s the designated dents were overflowing in different sections partici- to their classmates. Also, linario Mabini Campus. It tasks given for different that exact moment with pated in this pageant. there was a Slogan and truly was an exciting and grade levels. Grade 7: they admiration to the works of Here, they revealed their Poster competition about energizing event both phys- perform a 7-year old birth- the students. talents, their suits for the theme of said event. ically and mentally. day party Grade 8: JS TANDA NG KARUNUNGAN: FILIPINO, WIKANG PANG- SALIKSIKAN Ni Prince Robel N. Tecson ordinator ng Junior High asabay ng pagdiri- K School Deparment. wang pagdiriwang ng Pagkatapos ng pormal na bansa sa Buwan ng Wika, pagbubukas ng programa. ang Unibersidad ng Arella- Lahat ay sabik ng mapa- no Apolinario Mabini Cam- nood ang pinakahihintay AU AMC JHS Buwan ng Wika pua ay nagsagawa ng na Lakan at Lakambini Photo taken by Angel Zarsadias isang pagdiriwang na nag- 2018. Ang patimpalak ay bibigay ng halaga sa nagsimula sa masigabong Wikang Filipino. Katutubong Sayaw. Ang 9 Reigne Torres, isang mag- Tunay ngang makasaysa- pagsayaw ng AU Dance -Molave ang naghari sa aaral mula sa Grade 10 yan at makabuluhan ang Taon-taon, nagdaraos ang Troupe. Ang Gurong Interpretasyon sa Sayaw pangkat ng Albert Ein- pagdiriwang na ito hindi Pamantasan ng Arellano Palatuntunan ay si Bb. sa Tugtog ng "Mamang stein, ipinahayag niya na lamang sa Arellano Mabini ng isang pagdiriwang na Nathalie Jewel Delos San- Sorbetero." Hindi naman tama lamang ang tema sa kung hindi pati sa buong sumusubok sa pagmama- tos, ang Pangulo ng Sama- nagpatalo ang 10-Albert sitwasyon natin ngayon. bansa. Ang Wikang Filipi- hal ng mga mag-aaral sa han ng Filipino, at ni G. Einstein sa Sabayang Pag- Nasabi niya rin na kanya no'y nararapat lamang na kanilang wika. Nitong Joshua Lee Ramos, bigkas na may piyesang daw napagtanto na dapat bigyang pugay, pahala- huling Agosto, ang Arella- miyembro ng Samahan ng "Filipino: Wika ng lang pag-aralan ang gahan at gamitin. Ito ay no Mabini ay naghanda ng Filipino. Matapos ma- Saliksik" ni Jenifor Agui- wikang sariling atin. Dag- yaman ng bansa na nag- mga samu't saring patim- bilang ang mga puntos na lar. Nanalo naman ang 9- dag niya pa ay kung hindi aawit ng ating kultura, palak na humamon sa ka- nakuha ng mga kandida- Narra sa Laban ng Lutong ito gagamitin, parang ak- tradisyon, at kasaysayan. galingan ng mga mag- to, pinangalan si G. Prince Pinoy kung saan ipinakita lat na lamang ito na malu- Napatunayan ng pagdiri- aaral sa sariling wika na Robel N. Tecson bilang nila ang masasarap na luma at aanayin dahil sa wang na ito na ang Filipino may temang, "Filipino: Lakan 2018 habang si Bb. putaheng makikita sa la- kapabayaan at ay tunay ngang Wika ng Wika ng Saliksik." Ang Shane Marie S. Bornasal lawigan ng Isabella. Lahat pagkalimot. Saliksik. layunin ng temang ito na naman ang Lakambini naman ay nabighani sa gamitin ang Filipino bilang 2018, na parehas galing sa gawa ni G. Justin Kyle instrumento ng karunun- pangkat ng 10- Isaac New- Horlina kaya't siya'y pina- gan.Ang programa ay nag- ton. Pagkatapos ng nasa- rangalan bilang kampion simula sa isang dasal na Arellano University Apolinario Mabini Campus Press bing patimpalak, ang la- sa Poster Making. Hindi pinamunuan ni G. Michael hat ay naghanda para sa nagpahuli si Deiba Jay EDITORIAL BOARD James Belardo at sinun- pasiklaban ng mga Paredes ng 8-Sampaguita Jave Mary Lacea dan ito ng pag-awit ng Lu- pangkat na binubuo ng Paolo Miguel Nobleza Editor-in-chief Lois-An Aguilar nananalo sa Slogan Mak- Associate Editor Circulation Manager pang Hinirang at Awit ng iba't – ibang kategorya Pocholo Gabriel Navarez ing. Gumising sa pusong Managing Editor Arellano sa pamumuno ni bawat antas. Nagwagi ang Christine Jade Clemente Prince Robel Tecson mga mag-aaral ang men- News Editor Michael James Belardo Literary Editor Bb. Mara Juliana Ramos. 7- Jose Rizal sa Presenta- sahe ni Christel Mae Darrel Abaigar Feature Editor Angel Zarsadias Ang panimulang mensahe syon sa Awit. Nasungkit Photojournalist Frances Andrea Dennise Peña Brosas na nagwagi sa Spo- Staff Writer naman ay ibinigay ni Bb. Sports Editor naman ng 8-Sampaguita ken Poetry. Sa isang pa- Julianne Rico, Filipino Co- Mr. Jude Vincent G. Paliza ang tropeyo pagdating sa nayam kay Bb. Angelica Adviser

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AU JAS Student Leaders’ Road to Success Pep rally pumps AU JAS by Mariel Catalan for NCAA opening ing remarks, congratulating by Angel Mae Tupaz “Building the Agents of her officers for successfully ultiple band guests visit- Success" is this year's theme for organizing the event. The M the induction and team building lighting of candles made the ed and rocked Arellano Universi- event of student leaders of Arel- ceremony profounder as all the ty Jose Abad Santos (JAS) Cam- lano University Jose Abad San- student leaders read their pus once again at this year’s pep tos (JAS), held last August 10, Oath of Responsibility, high- rally last June 27 at the Univer- 2018 at the University Lobby. lighting the morning session. sity Quadrangle. The induction of officers was An hour break was given to AUSSC Officers take oaths. The Arellano University held in the morning while the the attendees to prepare for Photo taken by Marco Barcelon. Chief Squad spearheaded the team building activities in the the afternoon activities. pep rally as they entertained the afternoon. It didn’t seem like a assembly of students with their The Arellano University gloomy, rainy afternoon for all dance moves, encouraging school Supreme Student Council the student leaders were en- spirit and support for the uni- (AUSSC) organized the event, thusiastic, hoping to win the versity’s juniors and seniors bas- allowing student leaders to team building activities. Ten ketball team for NCAA 2018. know their responsibilities and groups consisting of members The concert after the rally how they can be great leaders from different organizations highlighted the event as guests through a talk delivered by were formed and tasked to Maro and Rocksteddy hit the guest speaker, Mr. Gerald John create their group cheers. stage. The students sang along Sobrevega, a graduate of BS Each group had its own with the bands as they per- Physical Therapy from Universi- unique and amusing cheers, Student leaders have fun participating in the team building. formed their hit songs. ty of Perpetual Help. causing more excitement. Mrs. Beverly Gabriola, ad- > TURN TO NEXT PAGE viser of AUSSC, gave the open- EDITORIAL CAN WORKING STUDENTS BE Parlia’s Unity and Camaraderie EXCUSED FROM THEIR CLASSES? by Maria Liza Cabel by Andre Mae Bacolod he Political Science stu- ttending classes nowa- T The program started with A work pressures them. After all, mind and even their sleep. Time an opening prayer, followed by dent organization, also known days isn't as easy as 1-2-3. the university is the most guar- management is the thing that as The Parliamentarians, had the Philippine National An- There could be a lot of rea- anteed route towards success these individuals are doing and their first ever Acquaintance them and Arellano Hymn. The sons that hinder a student in why does it have to be as com- budgeting as soon as they wake party under the administration Head of the Political Science fulfilling his or her duty to go plicated as the traffic in EDSA up and right before going to of their Senate President, John Department, Mr. Noel Delos bed. The concrete nine-hour Alec Cudal, with the theme Trinos, was the in-charge of to class. An example is a work- for these students if the jour- allotment for that stable job, "Unity and Camarederie" which the opening remarks. The offic- ing student who simultane- ney can be as smooth as on some hour for their classes, aims to associate every political ers then prepared parlor ously works and studies. Con- the expressway? science major from freshman to games, and an intermission sidering the number of re- their rest time and a few mo- Yes, the students ought to senior. number. sponsibilities that he or she is ments for their leisure are re- be responsible for their conduct According to Cudal, this is shouldering, is it justifiable flections of how challenging and It was held at room MB309 as well and the university of Arellano University Jose their first major event and that he can be excused if he or tiring their daily routine is. shouldn't be the one to adjust. Abad Santos (JAS) last August everyone should look forward she fails to attend class? On But the mere truth that these So if the university is gener- 29, 2018. The event was hosted for more of their events that my perspective, it is. students have heavy load with ous and understanding enough by Norhanina Sulaik and John would be beneficial to every to let these students be excused Alec Cudal. student of the university. The fact that they en- their subjects, have conflicts rolled themselves despite the with their schedules and have for some reasons whenever tremendous barrier (which is more exposure to diseases can- they're unable to go to school, it the reality that they have to not be denied the excuse to would be a big help to them. It's work for their survival and miss their respective classes. indeed overwhelming to behold tuition fee) is a proof of their a university that helps working At the same time, the sacri- willingness to graduate. Alt- students to cope up with the fices of working students are hough it is their choice in the things that they are incapable of more apparent and heavier first place, the university accomplishing, an example is compared to a regular student attending his classes. Does your Hosts John Cudal and Norhanina Sulaik welcome should not pressure the stu- in terms of their social life, ex- university like this? the attendees. [Photo taken by Marco Barcelon]. dents the same way as their tracurricular activities, peace of

He also shared his expecta- Lastly, he imparted a right or vice versa, it will still be "You Pass This Way, But Once." tions for this school year, an- message for all the students: “I TAPAT. So there is no substitute for being honest because it will not be for by Joy Delos Santos swering with such philosophy keep on telling my students [the and encouragement for the stu- saying] ‘Honesty is the best policy’. other people, it’s for you…” he hallways and rooms of from senior high school, and T dents to keep attending classes The school is the training ground Dr. Moises ended his message how it might feel just like Arellano University Jose Abad and learn. for you to be honest. When you go with a hopeful smile for the stu- the usual for the old stu- out of the school, you carry that Santos campus were crowded dents and their journey. He also dents. He also then talked “I remember the quotation behavior. You will carry that cul- once again as classes started last hoped that he and his co-professors ‘You pass this way but once.’’ This ture in your place of work. So that June 18, 2018. The opening of about how it might be a chal- quotation means that every mo- would be able to work as a team in lenge for the professors, as saying is very true in all aspects of classes is surely one of the most ment that passes; you have to take making Arellano University a great he gave some pointers on life. In Tagalog, TAPAT. When difficult happenings for the advantage of that because you you read that word from left to place for learning. how to give their best in Guidance Department of the cannot go back to the place where teaching the students. school because of all the orienta- you are now when you have gone tions for the parents, and for “Even if the opening of already. So, my expectations from both old and new students. classes is considered as a natu- the students is that they have to ral phenomenon by the old Arellano University Jose Abad Santos Campus Press Because of this, The Stand- study, and as much as possible, to professors who has been teach- ard interviewed the school’s avoid absences. Because when you ing for many years, this also EDITORIAL BOARD Guidance Counselor, Dr. Libera- are absent, you miss the lecture Mariel Catalan serves as a challenge on how and the opportunity to learn.” Joy Delos Santos Andre Mae Bacolod Circulation Manager to Moises, last August 20, 2018, Associate Editor they can meet the students’ Editor-in-chief Miguela Munda to personally ask for his insights Mica Caresusa excitement and expectations He also reached out to all Maria Liza Cabel Literary Editor on the opening of classes. from their teaching. In the the professors “not to leave the News Editor Managing Editor Andrew Agenga Magie Ramos Cartoonist Dr. Moises described how teaching profession, you room unless everybody under- Maria Rina Misa staff writers: Lifestyle Editor Feature Editor challenging it is, particularly to should not be after the pay. stands the lesson” because of Joshua Diolola Jeriel André Hannah Faune You are here because you have how he firmly believes that the Angel Mae Tupaz Ricky Gabilo the new students because they Layout and Graphic Artist a mission. And that mission is Sports Editor Jairica Antoni are the first batch of graduates teacher plays an important role Marco Daniel Barcelon Jamie Jane Gutierrez to impart knowledge, your from senior high school and in a student’s learning. Photojournalist Dr. Bibiana Cuasay Christine Joy Lavapie knowledge to the students.” Adviser Christine Joy Malaca 6 ARELLANO UNIVERSITY JOSE ABAD SANTOS CAMPUS

FEATURE AU JAS SHS crowns Mr. & Ms. Nutrition 2018 Hard Work Comes by Gabrielle Cardinal Great Horizons The Arellano University filipinianas and suits with by Andrew Agenga Jose Abad Santos Campus Sen- coats and ties dominate the Meet Romeo N. Mendaño, formal wear portion. ior High School (AU JAS SHS) one of Arellano University Jose celebrated this year’s Nutrition Only the top ten contest- Abad Santos (JAS) Campus' model Month with Mr. and Ms. Nutri- ants are given the chance to The candidates display their creativity with their theme wear. students. Romeo has been an AU tion 2018, held last July 30, participate in the Q & A por- JAS Campus maintenance person- 2018 at the University Quadran- tion where they answer nel since November 28, 2015 and gle. hashtags prepared by the or- chology program in 2016. humbled by his upbringing through the help of Dr. Archieval The event started with a ganizers. Four of the ten ex- Rodriguez, the former College of hibited braveness and compe- He was a student by day, and and experiences in life, gave lively production number, show- Education Dean and Mrs. Emily tence during the Q & A which worked full time at a compa- credit to those he thinks are ing great confidence in front of Escobido, the elementary school helped the judges with their ny by night. It is a fact that due. “I was able to finish it with the crowd. principal, he was able to enroll in deliberation. Lester John Ce- your third year in college is the help of the people around With the theme, “Ugaling the College of Education and take pada and Jerrie Ann Jampas when the going gets tough, me; my professors and my Magtanim, Sapat na Nutrisyon up Bachelor of Elementary Educa- were crowned Mr. and Ms. yet Jan managed to ace the classmates.” Aanihin”, the candidates dis- tion (BEEd) during the first semes- Nutrition 2018, JC Subido for majority of his school works With a diploma at hand, played their creativity with the the first runner-up, Serge Cal- ter of school year 2016-2017. theme wear portion, wearing and even top some of his Jan is now employed at a impusan and Sahher Diez as Since then, his life has been variations of farmer costumes classes. “I thought it would be company where he enjoys his the second runners-up, and full of challenges. According to and dresses covered with fruits hard, but because of the profes- current day shift, which is Jonathan Garcia and Miyaka him, oftentimes, he encounters and vegetables. Long gowns, sors who taught the subjects something he wasn’t able to Quirong as third runners-up. misunderstandings with his col- clearly and with ease, the course have before. Happy with eve- leagues because of conflict of STUDENT LEADERS…continued from page 6.. that I thought would be a chal- rything that is happening to lenge became easy and under- schedule at school and at work. The team building activity, leaders went home with trium- him at present time, we asked standable.” "Being a working student, called Amazing Race, was com- phant smiles on their faces him if there was anything posed of 10 different obstacles, knowing that the event creat- you will experience ups and Responsible and able to he’d like to change about his which the groups have to per- ed a bond between them and downs, hardships, joy, and mixture draw a line between school past. “I don’t think I would form. The winning group re- that a great opportunity to of emotions. But I always tell my- and everything outside out change anything. I like it the way ceived gift prizes from AUSSC. showcase their leadership is self that I won't be a janitor all of it, Jan was often pegged it is because I was able to enjoy waiting. my life, and that I will hold on Only one group came out as to lead several of the Psy- my stay in the university for a to my dream of becoming a a winner, but all of the student chology activities (i.e. Psy- couple of years.” professional teacher,” he shares. chological assessment, prep- A paragon is defined as ALUMNI PARAGON He has been motivated by aration for Psychology de- a model of excellence. In this by Miguela Munda this ideal and the encouragement fense). Not to mention, he case, Jan is one. Not because of his seniors and the College of also joined the Mr. and Ms. he was already excellent but One of them stands out Education staff and faculty. He Arellano University JAS in because he embodies some- though. Straight from a grave- advises his fellow students to 2018, taking home several yard shift but in a fresh pair of one who strives and perse- study hard, be grateful that they awards and was later on ti- white uniform ironed from the veres to be one every day, have a chance to go to school and tled 1st runner-up. He was night before, he enters the yet still acknowledging their not to take it for granted because, also elected as Assistant room with a genuine smile. A flaws and keeping a kind unlike them, the life of working Treasurer for the Psychology smile which you know means heart. He knew that he had students is complicated and has a Society 2017-2018. All of despite the heavy eyes and some disadvantages com- lot of challenges, both academic this, and never did he stray short intervals between free pared to the other students; and work related. from prioritizing his studies. time and office hours, he’s a lot lack of proper rest, time and To Mr. Romeo N. Mendaño Feel unproductive yet? We more prepared for that oral so on, but he turned these and to the other working students In the midst of the morn- thought so too. recitation than anyone who’s into drive, a drive that lead out there, hail to all of you. We ing, students flock at the entry been stressing about it. How The formula to keeping him to excellence. wish you all good luck in your door of the school, some eager does he do it? your academics and extra- “Always remember that pursuits. to get to their 7:30am class, curricular activities up is your diploma is the best receipt some treat it as another day Jan Gilmour Fondales, simple: be motivated and that you will receive. It might out with the ‘mates. Everyone ‘David’ to his classmates and responsible enough to get not be the gate pass for you to had their fair share of 8-hour professors, was then 28 years achieve a specific goal, but it actual work done. But Jan, sleep and breakfast made by old when he enrolled in Arella- will be the feather in your hat humbled by his upbringing mom. no University-JAS in the Psy- on your future endeavors.”

LITERARY CORNER Apple A Cancer Patient’s Yell Just Memories by Andrew Agenga by Andre Mae Bacolod by Mica Caresusa It started with a foolish thought, You may have the power to end my precious life #TimesUp Romeo Mendaño Dugg! Duuug! Duuug! “My mom has much money to spend” Yet you cannot cut my happiness just like a knife by Miguela Munda I hear that familiar sound I asked the apple she had bought, This may be hard for me as I face this strife But I'll Pretty eyes, Quite a while since the last time I “Mom, a new apple, would you send?” not embrace you 'cause I'm not your wife nice legs, heard that can I kiss From afar she murmur and sigh. My recovery might not be so sure Do you happen to know where that those red lips “Son, my love for you is so great.” For I know that this suffering is hard to cure Beyond What You See sound comes from? No matter how painful I will really endure “The apple price is very high;” Are you alone? by Joy Delos Santos I think I know you! “That for months, no breakfast I ate.” Until I finally say that I am now pure I'll take you home I shall not be defined by what you I met you years ago right The hurt that you're giving me isn't easy to suppress the streets aren’t safe, Finally my apple is here, see physically. Good to have heard from you I'll show you the way Excited, even in study time. But the people around me didn't fail to offer caress You seem so happy! Good for you. “Forget study, my mom is there” If I keep on thinking of you I'll just get stress These things you say, My body is a blank canvas and I Ohh! I remember where I met you! “She has a great job, I’m so fine” So I'll take away all my worries as I undress they’re re supposed can make it look however We were still young back then to make me feel okay. I want it to be. “Son, I’m coming home, I’m so sick!” You may see me crying yet you won't see me fall I thought I totally forget everything yet the very things “Mom! Bring apple or you’ll be kick!” Perhaps you underestimated me for I am small Because if you look at humans Even this sound of my heart pounding that make me cover-up, But my hope that I will be healed is as mountain as naked, we're just all the same keep my head down, Yeah! That’s the sound my heart! Sunshine tall species trying to decorate our I guarantee you that I'll have the last call and let the voices drown. It’s funny how our fate tore us apart by Jeriel Faune He stands lives with what we think makes it Together, we collected a lot of happy Clad in all black, Today I may be experiencing you, cancer – I'd rather be ignored, but dignified happy, meaningful, memories A stranger before you But tomorrow I know I'll no longer suffer than be admired yet objectified and beautiful. Yet those were meant to be Snow descending on his shoulders, I will not be in this state of hardship forever just memories. Sunshine. For with God, I believe that He'll help me live longer

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EDITORIAL BOARD Ressie Joy Felices Roman Christopher Malicdem Eve Georgia B. Tan Circulation Manager Associate Editor Editor-in-Chief Aleona Seriel Buatis Patricia A. Malig Edeza Jean K. Padua Literary Editor News Editor Managing Editor Ma. Laura Jessica Calvadores Princess Raihanah Macawadib Monette Siman Photography Manager Lifestyle Editor Features Editor Abegail G. Dubduban Demy Moore L. Pena Keno Clyd Eata Cartoonist Assistant Photographer Sports Editor Joshua Ignacio Mishi Kaira Careal Nardison Jude G. Mier Head of Contributors Social Media Analyst Layout Manager Prof. Valerie Anne C. Miranda Adviser 9 Arellano University Jose Rizal Campus Press

EDITORIAL BOARD Jhon Kevin A. Abucay Drev Pacheco Associate Editor Alexndrea Christine G.Salvo Photographer 2 John Dominic Acobera Editor-in-chief Paul Ivan Zacrias News Editor Celine Dela Cruz Academic Editor Faith Frances Miranda Managing Editor Lifestyle Editor Angel Joy Flores Lyra Ruth Literary Editor Maria Ysabel B. De Guzman Feature Editor Layout and Graphic artist Jerald P. Beltran Ms. Jessa Panis Grazel Alutaya Pepino Sports Editor Adviser Photographer 1

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A Big bang for School Year AU-EEC Prioritizes Safety! "Arellano University-Elisa 2018-2019 by: Christine Paraguison Esguerra Campus seeks for by: Erianne KhrishaColarte Future Volleyball Star players” by: John Mark Aton

EXPANSION OF AU-EEC: Safeguarding the Learning Experience by: Jenrick Sison MALABON—Last The whole manage- Last July 19, 2018 at 1:35 August 2018, Arellano- ment of Arellano University- University Elisa Esguerra pm, despite the intermittent Elisa Esguerra Campus start- Campus has started its expan- ed it with safety consi- dera- rain, Arellano University - Arellano University-Elisa Es- As a huge start for the Arel- sion. The said development tions during construction such Elisa Esguerra Campus guerra Campus started a Boys lano University-Elisa Esguerra composed of one (1) L-Shaped as separating construction Campus last June 25, 2018— joined the Metropolitan Ma- and Girls Volleyball tryout last building with twenty-four (24) from student learning areas Arellano University- Elisa Es- nila Development Authority’s June 28,2018 (Saturday). Fresh classrooms and each room can and securing construction guerra Campus (also known as (MMDA) Metro-Wide Shake faces came on Arellano EEC’s accommodate about fifty (50) zones. The primary goal of this Arellano University- Hulo) opens Drill. This aims to ensure ground for them to show their students. The new classrooms expansion is to enhance and its gate for the beginning of the that everyone should know skills and abilities in playing are quite smaller in length but safeguard better learning expe- how to respond safely in case seem to be wider in width com- Volleyball. Student-Athletes School Year 2018-2019. It was rience for Arellanites. another big year to develop 7.2 magnitude earthquakes pare to old rooms. In addition, were so excited to be in on the young learners and to enrich or the so-called “Big One" the new building comes with a The said expansion is team. In spite of the sudden one's knowledge of Elisa’s Chiefs occurs. small canteen and several com- expected to be done completely rainfall, everyone cooperated especially those Grade 12 stu- fort rooms. by the month of October 2018. just to make the tryout possible With the long bell signifying dents because they are the first and successful with the helping batch who will graduate from the Alarm Phase of the drill, hands of Volleyball Head/Coach Arellano University- Hulo after the SHS students, faculty Mr. Fred C. Benitez. There were all. members and staffs did the lots of attendees in the tryout “"Duck, Cover and Hold" and As we all know, other but only few stood still and re- waited for few seconds to schools have begun earlier than mained. vacate their class rooms and Arellano University as expected, Arellano University-Elisa Es- offices then, proceeded im- chiefs were being drooled to- guerra Campus Volleyball Team wards new friends, more chal- mediately to the open space is now fully equipped and ready lenging subjects and new teach- (school ground) for the “duck, to fight. ers. "It was so exciting to meet cover, and hold” position. our friends and former teachers The shake drill was led by but the nervousness I felt would the school principal, Mrs. EEC’s Chief brought a viral "Pride of the Chiefs" not disappear because our sub- Maria Lourdes Mudlong to- by: Krizie Colene Javier jects are suppo sedly harder and gether with the Prefect of we will face another batch of Discipline, Mr. Arnel Ganza sensation in Facebook teachers this school year." said and the Disaster Risk Reduc- by: John Cedrick Regenio by Ms. Angely Pastrana, a Grade tion and Management Team, MALABON - Just in! the social media by a unique 12 student from ABM 12-2P. On Security Officers, Teaching Another craze was made by twist of doing the "In My Feel- the other hand, the Grade 11 and Non-Teaching Staff thousands of Facebook users ings Challenge" in a Philippine students said that they were still (Medical, Guidance, Mainte- around the globe! And by the popular vehicle known as adjusting to their new environ- power of social media, every- "jeepney". His video reached ment, new batch of schoolmates nance) and Heads of Stu- thing can be known in a blink an estimated 3,000,000 views, and a new set of teachers. They dents Personnel Services and of an eye! "In My Feelings 27,000 reactions, 8,000 com- were having jitters towards the Student Council. It took Challenge" is a challenge that ments and dubbed as a poor “introduce yourself” thing yet them three minutes to covers some dancers dancing version of doing Kiki Chal- they can still manage to make vacate all the rooms. Now, to the beat in a moving vehi- lenge. "I never expected my the beginning of school be a hap- everyone is set for Disaster Last August 26, 2018, a stunt cle. A great manifestation that video to create a hype among py one. Readiness! scooter competition was held dancers of all ages are willing the netizens. It's only for en- accurate time estimates (e. g. at Chuncheon, South Korea. How to be an early bird to take all hazardous and tertainment purpose. But I expected time = 2hr, actual With 15 riders, one of them challenging steps just to be a never expected that it will or an “on-time” owl? time = 3hr, fudge ratio = was a student from AU-EEC. part of the well-known social reach this far." said Stephen, by: Georgia Darlucio (3/2) = 1.5) John Nyquist Mariano a Grade media trend. after his video gone viral. 12-ABM. He competed along 3. Set an alarm. So you will with his fellow riders out of his As Arellanites, a huge number of Arellano University An immense trend be notified if you need to do hobby and love for riding scoo- morning and afternoon shift is prominent as “a home for shakes the social media. something. ters. Unexpectedly, He won students are always late due to talented students”. Stephen Every trend records a part 2nd Place on the said competi- heavy traffic, oversleeping, un- 4. Sleep on time to avoid Pascua, a student of of every generation. As long tion. With this, we've come to finished things, etc. This usually oversleeping. HUMSS11-1A made a blast as as it makes a big impact on know and meet another pride causes interruption in the class his video was featured in a someone's life, trends will nev- 5. Time management; know and ace of our University. Con- discussions once they enter the famous Philippine TV show, er go out of style. how to weigh things. gratulations for bringing home classroom. However, being late Rated K. His video rattled the bacon! is not an illness that can't be "Time Flies and Time Runs Out". We should avoid wast- Esguerra Campus. Some of It's really hard for a student cured, there are things we can and teachers. Let us make do to be on time. ing our time. Start now or them were shy to talk with to deal with new people who them feel that we're ready you might miss half of their colleagues, few were have different attitudes and to lend our ears to them. Do Five things can help you to be an your life. struggling to socialize, most of behaviors. You should not be not let the shyness occupy the early bird or at least an “on- them were laughing so hard afraid to do it, for as time goes spaces around you. Make the time” owl: because they already found a by, you will realize that you Going Through Different atmosphere brighter by help- set of new friends, little were are required to socialize with 1. Prepare everything before- Minds- Overcoming Shyness ing each other out. Push each just observing, and many others. But how will you do hand, by WAYS TO GROW. You and Socializing with New other towards excellence, and were getting ready for the not that? are preventing last minute de- People let them see their full poten- by: Meira Michaela Conde -so-fun activity for the first lays, so you do it the day before. Shy people need more support tial in doing things passionate- day of school., the legend- First day of school, the most from the people around them. ly. As the clock ticks, you could 2. Fudge Ratio presented by Ste- ary―”getting to know each awaited time of the students They need motivational state- now say that, “I don’t regret ve Pavlina. This is to make other”. of Arellano University - Elisa ments from their classmates talking to them". 11 ARELLANO UNIVERSITY ELISA ESGUERRA CAMPUS

CAMPUS INVASION 2018: A Closing of Buwan ng Wika marks the Hail to the Chiefs: Tagisan ng Salita NIGHT WITH A BLAST beginning of student's improvement By: Lardine Agustin Champs! by: Delbert Jewel Natagoc By: Miguel Luis Campos

Last August 6, 2018, on the Last August 31, 2018, Arellano 1. Cluster 2 (ABM AM)- 97.5% round to be conducted the fol- grounds of AU- Jose Rizal Last August 30, 2018 Arel- University celebrated its Buwan 2. Cluster 3 (STEM/ABM/GAS) - lowing day in the municipal Campus, Arellanites from Eli- lanites John Cedrick Regenio ng Wika 2018 with the theme 92.5% hall of Malabon. sa Esguera and Jose Rizal and Lardine Agustin from Eli- “Filipino: Wika ng Saliksik” 3. Cluster 4 (TECH-VOC)- 87.25% campus wore color-coded white sa Esguerra Campus’ grade 12 On the final day, John Cedrick wherein the students showed Katutubong Sayaw (Grade 12) and blue shirts for the campus HUMSS 4a and 5a respectively Regino and Lardine Augustine their talents through participat- 1. Cluster 7- (96.50%) invasion 2018. They were did battle with contestants plowed through 3 more games ing in different contests. The 2. Cluster 1- (96.25%) rocked through the night with from 33 other schools from Salinsalita, Sangay-Sangay na main objective of this program is 3. Cluster 11- (96%) amazing performances by Mi- which 5 schools were exclusive- Salita and Halo-Halong Letra to develop and enhance each stu- 4. Cluster 3&4- (95.25%) ro Valera, Soap dish, Mike ly pitched for dominance in the from which our Arellanites dent’s talent by building up their 5. Cluster 9- (95%) Chan, Rj Agustine, Brwn, Dot- Senior High school round. The accomplished absolute vic- confidence to face the crowd and And for the most awaited event, tychan and Rocksteddy. Ener- first day of the contest was tory where Arellano Uni- to prove that Filipino Language is held in Robinsons Town Hall the "Ginoo at Mutya ng Wika gized Arellanites endured the versity Elisa Esguerra Cam- really a medium of understanding Malabon where our Arellanites 2018"— awards were given to rain just to listen and dance to pus was awarded champion not just in field of communication showed true intellectual mas- excellent students who exerted classic OPM and Pop music. followed by City of Malabon and accessibility, but also in aca- tery of the Filipino language in University at 2nd place, their efforts to show that they demics. The concert started at 3:30pm the form of 3 games Salitang Tinajeros National High school were the best. Ruffa Mae Jove with the opening act from Pilipit, Hanap Salita and Sali- at 3rd place, Panghulo National Here are the names of the stu- (also the recipient of Best in Long Arellano University’s native trato. They have managed to High school at 4th place and dents who won in different com- Gown and Best in Theme Wear) battle of the bands champion survive the Elimination round Arellano University Jose Rizal petition: from TECH-VOC was hailed the which they were in 4th place Campus ranked at 5th place . “Mutya ng Wika 2018”, while L’Auxions followed by Miro Essay Writing: Elyssa Mae and were headed for the final Delbert Jewel Natagoc (also the Valera which started with a Taras (HUMSS12-4P) recipient of Best in Talent and big bang to get the Arellanites’ excitement going. Production Tagisan ng Talino: Best in Production Number) from HUMSS has been hailed the numbers from the remaining Gellie G. Gabiliza (Grade 11) Ste- "Ginoo ng Wika 2018". performers continued until the Oath Taking Ceremony 2018: ven Neal Mapa (Grade 12) highlight of the evening- Everyone got so tired and ex- Pagbigkas ng Tula: Rocksteddy, lead by Showtime #BornToLead hausted especially the faculty host – Teddy Corpuz. by: Kimberly Tabilog Angela Gaspar members of Filipino Department who organized the program. The Campus Invasion was all Slogan Making: Geo Capinig made possible from sponsors Poster Making: McQuelly Jural This chapter will not end with like Oishi, GlutaMax, Power this day but instead this will Potato and Nice Day Coffee. Balagtasan: John Kenneth mark the beginning for those Enthused concertgoers all left students who are continuously Brazil, Jasmaine Trinidad, Lard- at around 11pm contented and molding their flairs and apti- ine Agustin was well entertained with all tudes. the fresh memories for the Sabayang Pagbigkas(Grade 11) Grade 11 and a memorable flashback for the Senior High School graduating batch. students from different MALABON - Into the beauty of annual Oath Taking Ceremo- crowds, an intermission num- colors and passion, officers ny last September 7, 2018 in ber from SSC Officers and AU from different academic clubs, Arellano University- extra-curricular clubs, PTC Dance Company. Talents were PEP RALLY EQUALS Malabon. officers and the faculty bonded one exhibit of motion in the HAPPINESS day itself. By: Edgardo Waje their responsibilities in the Men in colors are coded by different clubs. The Supreme Being a leader is a drill to Pep Rally is more likely de- and breath-taking exhibitions, Student Council, strong in scribed as students’ gathering for AU Drum Chiefs who managed practice. It's a lifetime respon- Navy Blue, The Standard one huge conference and differ- the drum and bass section to sibility— a stepping stone for Editorial Board is solemn in ent sports events. The purpose of add energy to the players of every student. We can be an- black, and Arellano Universi- this rally is to bring out the Arellano University Basketball ything. With peace of mind, ty Creative Production school spirit and to support the Teams. ponsibility. The program was strong dedication and hard dubbed as men in white. It athletes of the university in prep- very successful even in the work, we can achieve our The said gathering was preceded by academic aration for the NCAA. middle of uncertain weather. goal to serve others. highlights AU Basketball clubs like Certified Future We witnessed loud cheers of Team’s dance presentations. Accountants and Tycoons The crowd made its unbreaka- from ABM is presented in ble noise as they saw Michael Navy blue, Humanities and Kent Salado (player of AU Bas- Social Sciences Republic is ketball Team), dan- cing “Boom festive in their golden yellow Arellano University Elisa Esguerra Campus Press Boom” of Momoland. After the intermission, there was a game code, Sci-ㅠter Club is fasci- EDITORIAL BOARD for everyone. It is more likely nating in their green shirts, Delbert Jewel Natagoc Meira Michaela Conde John Cedrick Regenio The most recent Pep Rally was to be a dance battle between Editor-in-chief Circulation Manager The Generalist Club calm yet Associate Editor two teams and the one who Jenrick Sison done last August 2,2018 rocking in black and Tech- Lardine Agustin Miguel Luis Campos Managing Editor will get the loudest cheer will Literary Editor (approximately 10 o’clock in the nical, Vocational Warriors News Editor morning) at Arellano University- win. Some of the prizes were Christine Paraguison Staff Writers: braved bold in maroon and Feature Editor Elisa Esguerra Campus’ Ground tumblers, AU shirts and um- Levie Claire Delabajan Erianne Khrisha Colarte The PTC officers in mixed Venz Carlo Nicor with the presence of AU Chiefs brellas. By the end of the day, Lifestyle Editor Krizie Colene Javier colors. It is a great manifes- Sports Editor John Mark Aton Squad who had showed their enjoy- the students left the campus Kimberly Tabilog tation that clubs are the able cheer with smiles on their faces. Mr. Aldrin S. Perez Edgardo Waje source of beauty and res- Adviser Georgia Darlucio

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Lung Month: Healthy Lung, Happy Life by Rhodora M. Thiam, RTRP

A brief discussion with the SSC President Ms. Hershey B. Rivera

I Have Loved the Worst of You Magsaliksik, Magbahago at Linangin and Wika ng Umuunlad na Bansa by John Paolo Guerrero Ni Hershey B. Rivera The day I saw you I My heart broke into piec- thought you were the one es and let it be a song Lingind sa kaalaman ng na dialekto o sariling napakalaki naman ng nakakarami na ang wika wika, ito ay Bikol, Ce- aking respeto at And I was very happy be- I wanted to love you in ay isang mayaman at buano, Hiligaynon pagkamangha sapagkat cause you were my special the greatest way I can punong puno ng hiwaga. someone (Ilonggo), Hiligaynon lumipas at nag salin- But I was rejected, in Ang wika ay hindi nata- (Ilonggo), Ilokano, salin na ang iba’t-ibang When I said I loved you your heart I was banned tapos sa lingguwaheng tagalog lamang dahil K a m p a m p a n - henerasyon, napanatil- You said wait I heard there is this oth- kung tayo ay magla- gan,Pangasinana, Taga- ing buhay at sayabong I didn't knew that boys er girl so beautiful so lakbay sa ibat-ibang log at Waray. Itong mga ang wika at kultura ng true have only one trait dako ng Pilipinas ay dialektong ito ay ating kapwa Filipino. may iba’t-ibang saruling Whenever I get to think nagpapayaman hindi Nakakamangha- I thought you have loved wika o “Mother Tounge” of her my world turns so lang ng kanilang lalawig- me but what you want kung tawagin ang lala- mangha! Ang pagpapa- blue an kundi pati na din ang was only wealth, I tried to wigan nating ito. hayag kong ito ay pag- kanilang kultura. Ito ay stop loving you because I never wanted you to Halimbawa na lang sa sasaliksik sa pagbibigay nagrerepresenta sa ka- you ain’t no good to my happen but everything is NCR na ang pangunah- ideya ng mga uri ng health. nilang luygar na kinagis- in argue ing ginagamit na wika wika sa Pilipinas. Hali- ay Filipino (Tagalog) at nat kinamalayan. Hindi I knew that I was im- I’m sorry my dear for I kat saliksikin pa natin English (Ingles) ngunit, man nating kayang una- portant to you but what I have loved the worst of ang wika na kayang subalit, datapwat kung wain ang wika o dialek- knew was wrong you. magpaunlad sa ating dadayuhin natin an mga tong mayroon sila, parte ng Pilipinas ay bansa. meron pala tayong otso (8)

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13 ARELLANO UNIVERSITY PLARIDEL CAMPUS Good Deed: A Tale of the Anonymous Student by Patrick Yeoj Alcantara

Up to this day, the two (2) stu- hands. Ms. Laureta is a student dents of Arellano University of Centro Escolar University Plaridel Campus who did some (Manila), taking up Bachelor of good acts still remain anony- Science in Medical Technology. mous. According to the sender, Upon arrival, we accompanied Ms. Perrine Laureta, the first The Hobby her to Dr. Aurora A. Franco, our by Patrick Yeoj Alcantara student helped the elderly by Campus Assistant Vice Presi- covering her to protect her from dent (AVP), as a courtesy call. Exploring the things you wanted the rain as they walk down the Dr. Franco personally thanked to explore is always the best deci- street. The student prioritized her for the letter that she sent Dr. Franco (AVP), Ms. Thiam (SSC sion. For me, it is photography. the elderly as they go along the to Arellano University. Adviser) and Ms. Laureta way. Another student of Arella- Here, you don't need fancy camera no University helped the stu- Officers of the Supreme Student just to capture a perfect moment, dent of Gateways Institute of Government (Senior High as long as you have a good eye for Science and Technology because School) had a rough time looking a scenery and a great concept for her backpack exploded in the for the two students. Different the picture. In my case, I started concerned departments gave us middle of the street. With all the blogging using my phone, but due a hand in finding the students, major issues that we encounter to lack of time and content I decid- but we are not lucky enough to with our everyday lives, there ed to pause my YouTube channel. are still good deeds happening unveil their identities.. Truly, along the streets. the students were just acting on We can make use of what we have, their own will. They might don't as long as we have the passion and We were lucky to have want popularity just because Discussion about the letter that was time for it. Having great equip- Ms.Laureta visit the University they helped those persons who sent to Arellano University about the students who helped out ment is a plus factor but for me, for us to interview her. With needed their help. A good deed you just need a wide imagination some luck, maybe we can find indeed, we hope we can witness for everything to work together. the anonymous students whom another great act of kindness she saw lending their helping done by our students. Filipino Wika ng Saliksik Miss Earth 2018 Supreme Student Council 2018 Ni Jacklyn Joy Sapuan By Patrick Yeoj Alcantara by Patrick Yeoj Alcantara atagumpay na ipinagdiwang Festival costume, Barong Tagalog Leaders don’t save, they serve. The information about the par- M at Filipiniana. Ang mga hurado na Highlighting not only beauty but ng Arellano University Plaridel As part of the Supreme Student ty and how it will go along sina G. John Christopher ang Buwan ng Wika na may Te- also intelligence and passion in help- were also tackled. The officers Cabuyao, G. Anthony Tecson at Council, we always live by this mang “Filipino Wika ng Saliksik” ing the world at its finest. Reigning were excited as we hand to the Bb. Caren Ocampo ang naggawad motto. Being equipped with noong ika-6 ng Setyembre taong Miss Earth Queens visited Arellano ng parangal sa mga kandidato at enough knowledge in leading Council all the details needed 2018 ganap na ikatlo ng hapon. kandidata. Itinanghal bilang 2nd University Plaridel Campus to for the acquaintance party. Ang programa ay sinimulan sa the future generations is neces- runner up sina Bb. Paula Quaqui- spread their campaign with the stu- pamamagitan ng isang pana- sary to have quality leadership co at G. Kish Fernandez at 1st dents. The campaign was all about Aside from the said event, up- langin. Sinundan ito ng Pam- runner up naman sina G. Daryl bullying and the modern problem for the student council. Ms Her- bansang awit. Nagbigay ng pam- coming activities and events to Cejo at Bb. Princess Moquerio. that students face. They also talked shey Rivera, President of Su- bungad na pananalita si Dr. Rosa- be hosted by the Plaridel Cam- Ang nagwagi bilang Lakan 2018 about having a better communica- preme Student Council, together line Dunuan, Dekana ng kolehiyo pus were also discussed. Unity ay si G. Jose Gabriel Reviva, at tion with the Elementary Students ng Sining at Agham. Ang mga with the Executive and Legisla- is the major key to success, ang Lakambini 2018 ay si Bb. of the Campus. kalahok ay nagpamalas ng galing tive Committee, discussed the Jacklyn Joy Sapuan.Sa pagtata- that’s why we made a pact to at talento sa kani-kanilang hinan- pos ng programa ay kitang kita Bullying is one of the many prob- first big event of the campus, always cooperate with other dang awitin para sa programa ito. ang kasiyahan sa mga manonood. lems that the Millennial have, this is which was the Acquaintance concerned departments for Bilang bahagi ng programa, igi- Sila ay nagpakita ng hindi mata- also the reason why students are party entitled "Pop-Up Night". every activity. nawad ang mga parangal sa mga tawarang suporta para sa kanil- dropping out of school. Being kind is nagwagi sa kompetisyon ng pag- ang mga representante ng kaga- in our nature, we just have to over- sulat ng sanaysay at paggawa ng waran. Dahil dito, muli na na- come the negativity that surrounds poster. Rumampa naman ang mang naipakita ang pagkakaisa us so we can spread the love with one ating mga nagagandahan at nag- at pagbibigay halaga ng bawat another. Beside the campaign of our wagwapuhang kalahok ng Lakan Pilipino sa kanyang kapwa. Queens, they also promoted Dengue at Lakambini sa kani-kanilang prevention. They explained that this widespread disease can target any- where in the locals would bring us and the lagoon. Unfortunately, one of age. They taught our co- in an island and once we get there, we haven’t tried island hopping Arellanites on how to prevent and there would be a 10-minute boat and had a quick visit at the La- avoid it. As part of the campaign, ride heading to Masasa Beach. goon and Mag-asawang bato our queens were happy on handing When we arrived, there are locals instead. We tried snorkeling and out the mosquito repellant lotion to there who would ask us if we al- we saw some pawikan/tortoise the students of Plaridel Campus. The Executive and Legislative Officers of Arellano ready have a place to stay. There which some locals said that those University Plairdel Campus [Vinca Louella Delfin] It was indeed a meaningful and pawikans are about 20 to 30 are some areas where they would knowledgeable visit from our beauti- years old already. offer for a cheaper price but it’s ful queens. Arellano University aims A Budgeted Travel—Best for Students located at the rice fields. In our After our pawikan tour, we went to have a safe environment for the by Elaiza Angel Alvarez case, since I have Hylophobia (fear back to our transient and rest for students. It also aims to widen the of trees) we rented a place near the a while. knowledge on modern problems that there. A 1 to 2-hr bus ride from Cubao One of the best ways to get out of sand bar, and it offers a nice view students face on a day-to-day basis. to Batangas Grand Terminal. followed the stress zone is to travel. It can in a very affordable price. We We are planning to see the sun- The University will promote more be an out of town travel or if you by a 30-minute jeepney ride from Ba- set, but unfortunately, we both stayed at Nanay Rosie‘s transient similar events for this school year. are fortunate enough, it can be an tangas Grand Terminal to a Port fell asleep and we woke up house. We’ve rented the entire We, students, are ready and will be out of the country vacation. But of where they would bring you to the around 9pm. So instead, we just house for only Php 1, 500.00. It is equipped with relevant knowledge course, travelling requires time island. From there, you would have 2 had dinner then had a quick walk options. First, ride a boat which will already good for 2. They also have soon enough. and money. I, myself, really love at the beach and went back. barkada transient which is Php300 travelling. I wanted to have a bring you exactly to Masasa Beach per head. When we arrived at our quick escape out of the city and and the second one ride a boat which transient, we just had a quick rest country. But of course, since I’m will bring you to Tingloy Port. In our still a student, travelling would be case, we got late so we chose the sec- then we started to cook our food. quite difficult for me due to lim- ond one and spent 30 to 40 minutes We grilled barbeque, cooked rice, ited time and budget. Good thing there. They would provide a life vest fried hotdog for our lunch since we Arellano University Plaridel Campus Press is, there are still places that I and of course, the boat ride would arrived there at around 11am. could go for a quick escape, plus in already give you a nice view. time, there are no electricity yet. EDITORIAL BOARD a very budget friendly itinerary, Once you arrive at the Port, there are As far as I can remember, electrici- April Jane C. Lozano Patrick Yeoj V. Alcantara Jason B. Santiago like in Batangas. I remember, last locals there who would offer a 10 mi- ty is available from 12 noon to 4am. Associate Editor Editor-in-Chief Circulation Manager semester, we had a quick escape at nute to 15 minute tricycle ride, since So after lunch, we decided to go for Lorabelle J. Castillo Masasa Beach located at Tingloy, Ma. Shaira R. Lorbis Antony A. Antonio you would be dropped off near a moun- a walk at the beach. We swam a Managing Editor News Editor Literary Editor Batangas . And would you actually tain. There are 2 options, again, 1st is little bit, but what I enjoyed the Neriza Palamos believe that I only spent more or Elaiza Angel Alvarez Martin Zeus Quirap they would drop you off somewhere most are the fun activities we did. Feature Editor less Php1000! Lifestyle Editor Sports Editor near the beach, but you would need to Vinca Louella Delfin pass the rice fields. It would require a The locals offered some fun water Angel Ronjielyn Faustino Yes, for an amount of Php1000 Photojournalist Anshley D. Urdelas activities - island hopping, snorkel- Layout and Graphic Artist you’ll get to enjoy beach vibes. 10 to 20 minute walk. Ms. Pinky Paula Santos Cartoonist ing, going to Mag-asawang Bato Adviser And it only took 3 to 4 hrs to get In our case, we chose the 2nd option

14 ARELLANO UNIVERSITY SPORTS ARELLANO LADY CHIEFS ON THE To where is filled, but solid forward Michael TASTE OF SUCCESS! Arellano Universi- Canete and Filipino-American rookie Maui Serajosef look like By Amira A. Floro ty Chiefs Seniors Men’s Basket- the Arellano they’re up to that task and bring ball team led by graduates Ler- back AU to their usual winning vin Flores and Zach Nicholls and ways. The Fil-Am Serajosef Kent Salado (out for season 94 Bus heading showed flashes in pre-season due to an injury), are the even- leagues, but needs to prove he tual 6th placers of the NCAA towards? can spread that out for an entire Season 93 Seniors Men’s Basket- Warren Ryan P. Revoltar season. ball with a win-loss record of 9-

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The Lady Chiefs was gun- rellano University’s very A ning for their second straight own LADY CHIEFS ARE BACK women’s title and third overall. TO BACK CHAMPIONS in 2 Actually, it’s already the third consecutive seasons of NCAA, 92 championship experience of the 93. The recent tournament was Arellano’s women’s volleyball held last February 19, 2018 at the team in the NCAA in 4 years. FilOil Flying V Centre in San After all their hard work Juan City Metro Manila. The ris- and success, they deserved the Kent Salado who suffered an ACL tear early in the year will be out for the rest of the NCAA Season 94 - “The Coast- ing Lady Chiefs stands a 1-0 lead er Driver” Levi Dela Cruz to take the wheel! reward… in their best of 3 finals against Lady Red Spikers of San Beda Through the initiative of the tear early in the year, keeping More than the players, this will University after tough succeeding Arellano University, the said 10 respectively. Had they won him out of action for the sea- be the season for coach Jerry to that battle for 5th place against son. sets with the tally of 25-15, 25-16, volleyball team was given a 3 day prove his brilliance on the bench. Letran in a step-ladder play-offs He has already proven to be a 15-25, 22-25. -vacation in Hong Kong last Au- heading towards the semis, their All those scenes left the door master recruiter with the likes gust 21-23, 2018. There, they In an interview, Coach Obet season would have been more open for Levi Dela Cruz, nick- of Jalalon, Salado, Flores, and relaxed, experienced the culture, longer. Nevertheless, a great named as “The Coaster Driver” Javier expressed the key to their Dioncee Holts, but his shot- went shopping, took a city tour, showing at last year's edition of by head coach Jerry Codinera game “We can’t afford to give them calling will need to step up now and met Mickey Mouse and the NCAA Basketball. last season, to take the wheel. that the talent is lacking. a chance to beat us just what hap- friends in Disneyland. It also lead many touches and pened in our first game”. With the departure in the NCAA heavy minutes for prized rook- Even when the team had Jalalon of Jiovani Jalalon, the brightest ie Guilmer Dela Torre, a five- and Salado, the Chiefs were one star the school has ever pro- foot-nine guard who once shot of the underdogs. Much is still The Coaster Driver duced and now playing for Mag- Arellano High School into con- true right now. They are still nolia in PBA, Kent Salado’s By Warren Revoltar tention and plans to do the underdogs. But an underdog’s leadership was put to the test same in the Seniors. Dela Tor- goal is to beat the “top dog” and chance naming na mag-grow, last season. Salado performed re is the best Brave there ever This year’s NCAA season has so far AU has been doing that magshine na mapakita yung expectedly well and in multiple was – and he finally gets to and will still be doing that in been much awaited by the Arellano skills naming talaga. Kasi outings he became the top scorer showcase his skills for the Sen- this year’s season of the NCAA. Community. pinaghirapan din naman nam- of the team in almost every bout. iors squad. Lervin Flores’ spot ing ‘to kahit papano. However, Kent suffered an ACL down low also needs to be No Jalalon to drive the scores, and no Salado to fire up the game and TS: Is Coach Jerry putting too Feature ano na may sumpa tayo kaya so who is left to bring the AU much pressure on you and on the kailangan talaga Manalo. Buti Marian Capadocia: Chiefs to the throne? We were able team? naman lahat kami nag-cooperate nabitbit talaga namin yung Lawn Tennis team. as Her Life TS: Oo, nagawa nyo talaga yung play na niready nyo. and Passion TS: So iba pa yung ginagawa By Sheikinah Grace Sanz nyong preparation for Beda and Perpetual compared sa ibang team? Marian Capadocia is one of the top lawn tennis players in the Levi: Uhm.. may adjustments Philippines and now she's making

syempre kasi di pare-parehas "Keep pushing, love your sport and her way to become one of the best put your heart in every game." Photo by Alejandro Juanco yung play nila. Di rin sila pare- players internationally. According – C a p a d o c i a parehas ng key players kaya to her, having a supportive family kailangan mag-adjust talaga, helps her persevere and motivates ga eh feeling ko tumatangkad pag-aralan yung kung pano mag- her to go for the goal. For her, to sit down with Levi Dela Cruz Levi: Sakto lang. Si Coach na- rin ako kapag sila yung kasama laro each player. lawn tennis is not just a sport, who drove the team to its first win man di sya yung type ng Coach ko doon sa loob hahaha because lawn tennis can also fi- and is continuously leading the na “dapat ganito ganyan”. Si TS: Sinong team yung tingin nyo nancially help her support her TS: Message for the Arellano team outside Salado’s shadows. Coach Gerry sasabihin nya sa pinakamahirap kalabanin nga- family and her studies. community this season? inyo na “Guys let’s get this win yong eliminations? Levi was a former UST guard who As she joins international com- pero enjoy the game” parang Levi: Sana suportahan nyo pa just proved that he can also lead Levi: Given na yung Beda and petitions, she has made lots of ganon. Parang di ka kakabahan rin kami hanggang dulo kahit friends in different courts. To her, the chiefs into its rightful wins. Lyceum pero bukod siguro sa pero di rin naman magiging ano mangyari. With your sup- sportsmanship will always be the Although we enjoyed their goofy kanila, CSB kasi Malaki im- sobrang kumpyansa kasi naiisip port lalo kami ma-energize, yung foundation of a good fight. In ad- side at this year’s NCAA Pep Ral- provements nila pati yung naming okay lang rin matalo bawat cheer nyo dyan sigaw, dition, in the middle of one of her ly, we had a chance to sit down Letran. pero parang samin pag sinabi ni nakakalakas talaga ng loob. international competitions, Ca- with Levi and talk about what padocia experienced leg cramps Coach Gerry, gusto naming TS: Pero may chance ba tayo would happen to this year’s game The Arellano Chiefs had 4 wins but when she remembered that her Manalo kasi para kay Coach yun makapasok ng finals? and 5 loss. However, as Levi plan. at sa buong Arellano Communi- family was watching, it gave her Levi: May chance, may chance mentioned, we can expect the more courage to push herself to The Standard: Jalalon, Salado, ty. Malaki yung possibility maka- team that they will play their win the fight and come back to the Enriquez and other star players Philippines with pride. TS: During the first game, nag- pasok ng final four basta mag- best in the 2nd round of elimina- already graduated and all is left is expect ka ba or yung team na work lang kami as a team. tions and that they hope the Capadocia is truly a good ex- you leading the whole team. Ano mananalo agad yung AU Chiefs whole AU community will be ample of a student-athlete. She yung pinakamalaking challenge sa or challenging pa rin sya? TS: Sino sa mga ka-team mo there to grab the team’s success doesn’t only excel in sports but as team ngayon? yung kapag nasa loob kayo ng for this year. well as in academics. She always Levi: Challenging pa rin kasi team yung maaasahan mo na manages to balance playing lawn Levi: Pinakamalaking challenge is ang preparation namin sa EAC magiging maganda yung play? You can check out their games tennis and studying. Even with improvement pa sa sarili namin. hindi talaga para dun sa kanila, on ABS-CBN Sports and Action her hectic schedule, she makes it a Kasi nga yun yung kailangan nam- para talaga sa Beda at Perpetual Levi: Si Alcoriza at si Alban. (S+A) via streaming or better yet habit to never miss a class. De- ing patunayan na ‘di porket wala yun kasi diba dalawang beses na Kasi nakikita ko talaga all heart catch them live and make them spite being one of the best players na sila Jalalon Salado, wala nang -cancel. Nakakahiya naman sila maglaro eh tsaka ako kapag feel that you are all heart with of lawn tennis, she keeps her am- Arellano. Tsaka eto rin yung siguro kung matalo tapos may nandun kami sa loob, puso tala- them for the game. bition to graduate and pursue her dreams. 15 ARELLANO UNIVERSITY SPORTS

From BUS to a ROLLER COASTER RIDE Junsay-Fermin tandem and Dela Cruz’s game Warren Ryan P. Revoltar winner caps off Arellano upset of Baste Warren Ryan P. Revoltar along with nine assists, five Yet again riding the in- rebounds, and four assists. “Si side-outside combo of Rom Levi, he has a big heart. He’s a Junsay and Aaron Fermin, the make or break kid and that Braves stopped hard-charging was a desperate shot. Yun na San Sebastian College- yun. He has a big heart. He Recoletos dead in its tracks for doesn’t back down from an op- a 98-93 decision on Friday at portunity,” coach Jerry said of the Filoil Flying V Centre. him. Junsay still sizzled in to- Indeed, though he was taling 25 points to go along scoreless in three quarters, the Junsay-Fermin tandem and Dela Cruz’s ‘big with five assists while Fermin Arellano University’s campaign in the NCAA 94 Men’s heart’ causes heartbreak to San Sebastian second-year guard still came Basketball Tournament has gone up and down. remained a force down low for through in the endgame – scor- a 22-point, 18-rebound double- ing seven points in the final Sera Josef led a total of five Josef, Canete, and Dela Cruz Arellano had much wel- double on top of two blocks. frame and then hitting the Arellano players in double- combined for 22 points just as Behind those two, Arellano game-winner in overtime. come contributions from rookie digits as Michael Canete also Mendoza waxed hot with 15 had all the answers for Baste “Masyado akong gigil nung Maui Sera Josef in its bounce had 15 points, nine rebounds, markers. That proved to be en route to their third consec- mga unang quarter kaya masa- back win. and two blocks while guards enough for the Chiefs to get a utive victory to start the sea- ma laro ko. Sabi ko, bawi na Maui Sera Josef had for himself Ian Alban and Levi Dela Cruz bounce back win. son. Lars Sunga also contrib- lang ako kapag binunot ako ni a breakout game as Arellano merged for 28 markers, nine uted 16 points and six re- Still, coach Jerry knows full coach Jerry ulit. Bawi ako sa University had for itself a boards, and seven assists. bounds as he continued his depensa kasi sa opensa, walang well that they have a long bounce back win in the NCAA 94 That balance was what they roaring return from a season- pumapasok talaga. Buti ayun, way to go to become con- Men’s Basketball Tournament. used to outperform Jed Men- ending injury. nakakuha rin ng last minute sistent. “Medyo ang tagal doza’s one-man show for the In the Seniors division, tapos last second, na-steal ko.” Sera Josef contributed a career- bago naming makuha yung Heavy Bombers. with Arellano University down he shared. high 17 points and carried the combination sa offense and by two with 14 ticks to go, Chiefs to a well-earned 79-70 The contest was close for the defense namin so talagang Maui Serajosef and Rence Dela Cruz took charge and win against luckless Jose Rizal first three quarters until Sera malayo pa kami,” he said. Alcoriza also did their part, took the three that took down University on Friday at the combining for 23 points and favored San Sebastian College five rebounds. Still, it was the Filoil Flying V Centre. BOX SCORES -Recoletos in overtime, 82-81, two-way play of their second- Sera Josef 17 Bayla 0 Mendoza 23 Mallari 6 on Friday at the Filoil Flying The Filipino-American rookie Canete 15 Codinera 0 David 9 Esguerra 5 year guard that proved to be out of Las Vegas also tallied nine Alban 14 Dela Torre 0 Estrella 7 Silvarez 4 V Centre. the difference for the Chiefs – Dela Cruz 14 Ongolo Ongolo 0 rebounds, one steal, and one Bordon 6 Miranda 2 The Chiefs were in control much like in their first win of Segura 10 Sacramento 0 Dela Virgen 6 Santos 2 block to lead his team back to Concepcion 6 Santos 0 for majority of the matchup the season when he scored his the win column now at 3-3. “Si Alcoriza 3 Villoria 0 before the Golden Stags came team’s last seven points. Maui is a good stretch four for ARELLANO 79 JRU 70 charging right back. “We’re so JUNIORS: us,” head coach Jerry Codinera thankful na umabot pa kami ARELLANO 98 – Junsay 25, Fermin said post-game. QUARTER SCORES: 12 - 16 | 34 - 36 | 54 - 50 |79 - 70 sa overtime. Good thing the 22, Sunga 16, Espiritu 15, Fornis 9, boys stuck to our game plan,” Domingo 4, Cabili 3, Templonuevo head coach Jerry Codinera 2, Liangco 2, Sahali 0, Tolentino 0 Espiritu’s split from the stripe to come closer, but both Jan Braves and Chiefs’ said post-game. SAN SEBASTIAN 93 – Baclaan 28, and short stab put the Braves Natividad and Juju Bautista Pinero 18, Janao 16, Perez 9, Balo Home Game up, 77-74. That proved to be muffed on their couple of Baste was up, 81-79, in 8, Are 8, Bonalos 4, Dela Cruz 2, By Warren Ryan P. Revoltar more than enough to finalize charities. the dying moments of the ex- Loristo 0, Cortes 0, Gomez 0, Suico the home team’s coming back tra period until Arellano’s lead 0 Dela Cruz then hammered the from the dead and season- guard got the ball and decided QUARTER SCORES: 22-18, 43-45, CONTINUED. At 2PM, the final nail on the coffin with a opening win. to launch a triple try over the 73-70, 98-93 AU Braves collided with the EAC baseline jumper that finalized outstretched arms of both Ar- Brigadiers. Early on the contest, Espiritu had 13 points, five the margin in Arellano’s first jan Dela Cruz and Michael SENIORS: the home team however fell onto assists, four rebounds, and two win in its first game in the Are. The ball proceeded to ARELLANO 82 – Alban 18, Alcori- za 15, Dela Cruz 10, Serajosef 8, a 21-point hole early on. The steals while Fermin posted a season. “Maganda rin naman graze the back of the rim be- Villoria 8, Concepcion 7, Canete 6, home team stumbled off the monster 10-point, 23-rebound yung nangyari para nakapa- fore falling to the bottom of Santos 5, Dela Torre 3, Sacramento gates and found themselves chas- double-double. For EAC, CJ ghanda kami,” a satisfied the net. The Golden Stags still 2, Bayla 0, Ongolo Ongolo 0, Cod- Boado topped the scoring col- head coach Jerry Codinera ing down a 12-33 deficit in the had 4.2 seconds to make some- inera 0, Segura 0, Abdurasad 0 second quarter. “May sinabi ako umn with 23 points. Unable to said, referring to the fact that thing happen, but Dela Cruz SAN SEBASTIAN 81 – Calisaan 28, sa kanilang pampagising. Grabe maintain their strong start, their debut came already two intercepted the inbound pass Calma 15, Capobres 12, Dela Cruz yun e, ang laki nung hahabulin,” they drop to 0-2. weeks into the tournament. to finish off Arellano’s return 10, Are 8, Ilagan 4, Valdez 2, Darjuan said, referring to his to the win column, 2-1. Sumoda 2, Villapando 0, Baytan 0, Meanwhile at 4PM, a Kent The second-year player Dela Desoyo 0, Isidro 0 halftime pep talk. Indeed, Arella- Dela Cruz wound up with Salado-less Chiefs and EAC Cruz had 12 points, all but QUARTER SCORES: 17-12, 31-25, no did nothing but answer its 10 points, all coming in the Generals game tipped off. The five coming in the extra peri- 43-53, 72-72, 82-81 (OT) coach’s call in the third quarter. backcourt tandem of Levi Dela od, while transferee Alban final frame and overtime, to go Flanked by backcourt-mate Mar- Cruz and Ian Alban were the had 13 markers, eight coming stars of the show, with the lat- in the fourth quarter. “Lahat- lon Espiritu as well as Aaron BOX SCORES | JUNIORS Fermin and Lars Sunga, Ron ter sending the game to the lahat, nagtulong-tulong actu- Boado 23 Quebral 2 extra period where the former ally,” Codinera said. Junsay, who won a championship Junsay 34 Templonuvo 1 Balowa 19 Rodrin 2 with Mapua High School two took charge. Espiritu 13 Sahali 1 Indeed, it wasn’t just those Sumagaysay 11 Encila 1 years ago, doesn’t want his first Fermin 10 Liangco 0 Ilustrimo 11 Murillo 0 The Generals were clinging two who did their part as Sunga 10, Nepomuceno 0 game bannering the red and blue Sanosa 4 Calara 0 onto a 63-61 lead with 53 ticks Archie Concepcion posted a 15 Domingo 5 Cabili 0 Lozano 2 Rivera 0 flag of his new team to end sour to go before Alban willed a -point, 10-rebound double- Tolentino 3 Recto 0 Pascual 2 Papa 0 as he wasted no time in deliver- Fornis 2 short stab over the out- double. For the Generals, both ARELLANO 79 EAC 77 ing the goods and scored a career stretched arms of Cameroonian Laminou and Bautista pound- -high 34 points on top of seven QUARTER SCORES: 12 - 24 | 27-42 | 56 - 57 | 79 - 77 Hamadou Laminou. With the ed in double-doubles, 14 rebounds, two assists, and two tally tied, neither team would points and 12 rebounds for the BOX SCORES | SENIORS steals. be able to score, forcing over- former and 14 markers and 16 Concepcion 15 Dela Torre 1 Bautista 14 Diego 2 Cruz 14 Magullano 2 “Alam na naman natin yan. time. There, EAC again had a boards for the latter. They Alban 13 Abdurassad 0 Alcoriza 12 Bayla 0 Laminou 14 Bugarin 0 one-point lead, at the three- didn’t help their cause, howev- ‘Matic na yan,” head coach Tylon Dela Cruz 12 Codinera 0 Garcia 7 Cadua 0 Darjuan said of his new prized minute mark before Dela Cruz er, as they botched 29 of their Villoria 9 Ongolo Ongolo 0 Mendoza 7 Gonzales 0 ward. went on a personal 5-0 run to 46 free throws en route to a Canete 7 Sacramento 0 Natividad 5 Neri 0 put the home team up, 73-69. second straight setback to Meca 4 Santos 0 Robin 4 Tampoc 0 Still, the tally was tied at 74-all Serajosef 2 start the season. ARELLANO 75 EAC 69 inside the last two minutes until The visitors had many chances QUARTER SCORES: 20 - 13 | 31 - 26 | 49 - 48 | 63 - 63 | 75 - 69 (OT) 16 ARELLANO UNIVERSITY EDITORIAL

THE GREAT PWD (Person With Disability) It’s because you are afraid….afraid that was an analytical thinker, and hence, it was you might fail again. Then here comes AMIRA A. FLORO hard to argue with him and neglect his ideas. mr/ms self doubt. You doubt every

Mabini loves to read, hence, Mabini since childhood has the single thing that you do. It’s slowly reads a lot that’s why all the subjects he took ability of a very deep critical thinking and tearing you apart. You feel insecure, has an excellent remark (“Sobresaliente”), his reasoning. He had no friend and girlfriend frustrated, angry and sad. All at the transcript of record has no thrill at all because since birth but invested his love for the same time. Since the beginning of civilization up to all the subjects got perfect score unlike the nation. Looking at Mabini’s excellence and FEAR OF FAILURE But here’s a thing, failure isn’t as the present times, people with disabilities are not typical students that seems win a lottery disability at the same time, he is like Profes- Germaine Romina much given equal opportunity in terms of work, when given a passing grade or “pasang awa”. sor X, who have super power in the mind. His bad as you think. IT’S OKAY TO MESS proving their potencies and exposing their talents disability has never been a disgrace for him Yet again…..you failed. You UP. In life, some things don’t go as and skills. Often times they are victims of discrimi- but rather, a blessing in disguise because in Mabini joined the La liga Filipina planned and that is perfectly okay. It’s nation, underestimation, and worst is alienation another scenario of his life in 1896, they were messed things up and now you feel on 1892, coincidently with the time when normal to fail and make mistakes. It’s from the majority of the people who has no caught, and because he is a paralytic instead bad, worse maybe. Rizal was sent to Dapitan, because of this the purely a “human” thing. What matters conditions or handicap. of imprisonment or death, he simply faced movement was divided into 2 groups; Apo- the fate of hospital arrest. This PWD Filipino Typical scenarios like you feel most is what you learn or how you can In the Philippine history, there is a linario Mabini established the Cuerpo de does not only become triumphant against the when your chosen career is not for grow as a person from all this. Stop man who faced the same fate of being a handicap Compromisarios while Andres Bonifacio giant Spain also became a thorn to another you , you ended a long term relation- with the negative thoughts and just but surpassed its consequential stigma by proving founded the Katipunan. Mabini didn’t dare to giant, the Americans. His condition made him ship, you lost your mom’s favorite take things lightly. Words like “I can’t to everybody that his condition is not a hindrance join the Katipunan because he carried out the look convincing to the Americans as he of uplifting one’s capability and moreover marks a principle of the La liga Filipina as his funda- tupperware, you failed an exam that do this” , “I’m too afraid to take a risk” express his promise to them of service, but at great legacy and history that majority of the let mental stance. This does not become a cause you’ve been studying for days, maybe or “I’ll just mess things up again” won’t the back of his mind and heart, he was firm in say “normal people” during his time and even in of conflict between Mabini and the Katipu- weeks, you’re afraid to try something help. Do not stress yourself on meeting what he is holding for the sake of his beloved the present cannot attain what he has done. This neros. In fact, Mabini used to gives advises to country. Through this, he was sent to Guam, new and now you regret it, you gave other people’s expectations. Do what man’s name is APOLINARIO MABINI. Bonifacio. and there, he wrote La Revolucion Filipina, up on someone or something too you gotta do. You want to make them WHO IS HE? This question turns out to be Mabini’s work in Cuerpo de Compro- which comprises critics and the reason why soon, failing to be the “great” kid, you happy but do yourself a favor and ridiculous as I conducted a little survey around the misarios is to collect funds in order to sup- the revolution does not attain by the Filipinos were so nervous at your job interview make yourself happy first. campus and even outside of it; people can say a port the La Solidaridad on its reformist’s on 1898. This work gave a big impact to the so you failed to answer some ques- campaign against Spain. He did not agreed to Filipinos and to the next generation towards You gotta tell the person in front lot of things to the famous national heroes like tions, or when you lost a friend. Now, Rizal, Bonifacio, and etc. but little things are revolution because people are not ready for emancipation. After 3 years he came back to of the mirror to start embracing his/ some or all these things happened known about Apolinario Mabini. In my surprise all armed revolution; he don’t want a blood shed the Philippines. her flaws. Do not waste a good oppor- the descriptions of the people about him during but rather a bloodless one. and now you think you are the most On 1903, Mabini was contract- tunity for you to grow just because my simple survey were almost the same and unlucky person in the world. Is the He wrote El Verdadero Dek- ed with a Cholera disease that results to his you’re too afraid to make another limited as the: “Dakilang Lumpo” (The Sublime feeling familiar to you? Then, keep alogo, which comprises 10 commandments death on May 13 of that same year at the mistake. Instead, learn from them. Paralytic), “yung lalaki sa dating sampung pi- reading. that must be kept in the heart of each Filipino aged of 38. The mystery of his Paraplegia Despite falling along the way, success so” (The man in the old ten peso bill), and “Yung revolutionary. “We need to become inde- (paralysis of the leg) condition become a bayaning nakawheelchair” (The hero in a wheel- After you failed to do something, will come too. I know it’s a long wait pendent! He said, Republic is the last, and will source of series hearsay and debate until chair). The worst part is, many millennial Filipinos you feel bad. You feel disappointed in and a never ending process. But for never choose a monarchy”. For him the on1980, an exhumation of his remains occurs today do not know at all about him. yourself. It’s as if you are never good sure, it’ll be worth it. Truth is , every- republic is the one that can truly provide in order to tests his bones and to determine thing that you do with good intentions Apolinario Mabini was born in good moral and dignity to the countrymen the real reason of his condition and they enough. Times like this when you feel Talaga Tanuan, Batangas on July 23, 1864 into a and to the motherland. found out that it is Polio. that the whole world is against you has its own payback. And that my peasant family but this reality doesn’t stop the and how worries and stress eat you friend, is how you conquer the fear of At the age of 32, Mabini con- Mabini has an asset of courage young Apolinario in reaching his dreams. He used failure. tracted a typhoid fever and eventually be- to success despite of the many hindrances alive. 3 am thoughts are haunting his intelligence to acquire a scholarship from come paralyze. He was took care by Paciano, that had happened to his life. Although some you. You become too hard on yourself. Colegio San Juan De Letran and finished Bachelor the eldest brother of Jose Rizal. This condi- people do not understand the way he thinks, room doors and walls are full of un- of Arts. He doesn’t stop there on reaching his star; tion does not stop him again on reaching his he is not good in physical combat like wanted comments - from biggest to he pursues his academic endeavor by sustaining it dreams and living a purposeful life. Emilio Aguinaldo, Bonifacio, and other action heroes smallest one? Comfort rooms must be through working, specifically by teaching Latin. Aguinaldo called him and asked for his in our country, Mabini contributed into clean and pleasant to the eyes. But how Eventually he came back to Tanauan to earn more service because of his excellent in lawmaking. another and much better scheme using his money in order to study at the University of Santo would it be if students entering it are He helps Aguinaldo in leading the country; he gift and uniqueness, and that is his MIND. He Thomas where he finished his degree in Law on writing in its walls? was appointed as his adviser, he became the is the Brain of Philippine Revolution-he is 1894. Mabini is not the same as Rizal who studied secretary of foreign affairs, and the leader of excellent in philosophical foundation basically Only knuckle draggers will kick in Europe; he remained and achieved his dreams the first Cabinet of the Philippines.These in libertarian and republican ideas where he in his motherland, and proved to all the Filipinos Everyone wants to leave restroom doors, overflow sinks, wad up positions in the government Mabini become depend his ideals and strategy for the coun- that one can do the same thing in one’s own and throw toilet papers, flood floors known and more influential, this leads his try during his time. Philosophers considered a mark native land through one’s determination, perse- and most especially cover walls with vision into a larger horizon, and later on, his him as one of the great political philosopher. Warren Ryan P. Revoltar verance and hardwork. surprising administrative skills enables him to He proved to the nation and to the world that scribbles! It is inappropriate to write on spearhead the revolutionaries. In addition, he disability is not a hindrance in making greater Even the greatest detectives of a public CR, let alone express through things. all time like Sherlock Holmes and Ve- vandalism vulgar statements that are we haven’t chosen rightly what we are as blessings in our struggle as colle- ronica Mars will wave their white flags not pleasing for the public readers. fighting for in every four corners of gians, we have to chip away at our if asked to investigate the age-old Comfort room is a designated space the room, then it is like that we are masterful methods of pointless puzzle of what makes comfort room that is designed in a way that is calming warriors by default, acting out the control. As we grow in trusting our vandalism so captivating to students. to the senses, it must not be full of scripts handed to us by our parents, professional decisions, our content- Even I don’t understand that witless written marks on its walls that may other people’s agendas, and the pres- ment becomes an act of worship to reasons of them sometimes. It seems affect the trust of the public to the sures of circumstances. This is no others. like to some, writing nonsensical sym- management who owns the utility or A SOBER CIRCUM- longer within the context of fostering bols, figures, sentiments and “what not” may cause several arguments. STANCE: SECRETS BE- our prowess and living as a future is satisfying. For some, it is not ac- While on the other side, students professional who knows the meaning ceptable by any means. They may be HIND EVERY PROGRAM write on the walls because they cannot and purpose of life in the material doing some sort of graffiti that may be express their feelings directly in verbal world. But it is never too late to considered artistic and appealing to Dian J. Mantiles form. They found the comfort room as change your faculty focus. their eyes, but for other people and the safest place for their expression to school administrator's perspective, it's Imagine for a split second that you In order to find dedication in our be revealed. They are ashamed of what vandalism and not aesthetically pleas- would be the others’ comments on are flying to a striking island. For about studies, we should correct our faulty PHILIPPINE LITERATURE IS ing. them. a spur of moment and so, the pilot an- focus and become learners of purpose. The best way to begin is with a pur- STILL LIT A comfort room is a public utility nounces over the intercom about some Gabriela B. Mendoza Feelings are not bad to be ex- area while a freedom board is where glowing good news and some sobering pose statement that we believe and pressed, but there must be a right place expressions of people are written. But bad news. The bad news is that the navi- where we want to be at the end of the for it - on a freedom board or through In our current time, the bookstores in isn’t it ironic that freedom boards were gational equipment is damaged but day. It seems unbelievable but still, social networking sites. It must not be our country have majority of books written empty of any sentiments a student upon the terrible announcement is that many collegians literally worry them- written on the walls of comfort rooms by John Green, Stephen King to the classics could possibly write while comfort the flight has a tail wind so wherever it is selves to an endless expectation. or any other public places to maintain When we add to this the toll of sleep- such as Jane Austen and Shakespeare, for its cleanliness. It must be a tidy place going, everybody will get there at the Two Navels). And to our modern authors, less nights and days of void of bookworms like me, this large variety of free from unnecessary stains to keep rate of certain distance for an hour. Miguel Syjuco (Ilustrado), Arlene J. Chai achievements by the end of a semes- books is easily a nirvana that we can let our our surrounding as neat and orderly as Realizing its irony reflects the sad truth (The Last Time I Saw My Mother), F.H. ter, we glimpse the stronghold worry mind wander into different worlds full of possible. that is too often present in our profes- Batacan (Smaller and Smaller Circles), has on our systems and as constant knowledge and adventure. But here is the sional verdicts as individual collegians. Bebang Sy (It’s A Men’s World), Edgar part of our lifestyles. As a matter of short end of the stick; we could literally get Enjoy a cup of coffee and read a book about We fly along like this plane – direction- Calabia Samar (Walong Diwata sa Pagka- fact, such worries doesn’t empty to- lost in these kinds of books that we could mananangals and aswangs for a change. less but swiftly propelled by the winds of hulog (Eight Muses of the Fall )), Eliza morrow of its sorrow, it empties today forget where we actually are. circumstances. In other words, we go Victoria (Wounded Little Gods) and so Let’s not stop with supporting Filipino of its strength. It is easy to deceive along with the choice of programs influ- Many Filipinos tend to overlook local much more. writers though. Our nation has thousands of enced by decree of other people around ourselves into thinking that we’re just books because of the lack in marketing of dreamer who fights through tears and preju- us. after the “expectation” of our parents, the publisher and the author; as well as the We should all start supporting our dice in hope for their art to be recognize and and gloss over the ugly reality that misconception that it will just be a cliché and Filipino writers! For in doing so, we are also validated. Support Filipino artists by buying The context is everything when it worry is a drive to control our faulty predictable story with cheap tropes. Also, we enriching our own culture and art. Let us their paintings and other works! Support comes to understanding as accurately as focuses. Perhaps the most striking cannot deny the fact that we Filipinos, being break the stigma about Filipino books for Filipino filmmakers by watching their films in possible the way collegians think. Every characteristic of our worries is its heavily influenced by Western culture, can be they hold more depth than what meets the theaters or if you can attend film festivals that competence had the kind of general absolute impotence in our experiences another factor. eye. Reading one actually gives us an showcase films that are straight-up master- experiences necessary for asking and as a collegian because it never chang- opportunity to listen and visualize the piece! Support Filipino musicians by listening dealing with questions relating to the From mythology to contemporary es a single thing except our mindsets. struggles and tales of our fellow country- to their music and going to their gigs, I can foremost reason why study a specific fiction, we have lots of Filipino writers who It is definitely counterproductive! men. So the next time you find yourself in assure you it is a surreal experience. endeavour. The best way to put this have written and created many beautiful a bookstore, don’t go rushing to the Rick Our personal journey as learners reason into context is to look at the works. From the timeless authors such as Riordan shelf but take your time and find a Let us encourage Filipinos to be the of purpose should be a pilgrimage of deep connection with the reasons why Carlos J. Caparas (Panday) and Mars Ravelo good book written by a local writer. best! Support local! Support Filipinos! we study and continue to fight our bat- yielding our control of circumstances (Darna), Gilda Olivadado (Sinasamba Kita (I to the significant people of our lives, SOURCE: https://www.goodreads.com/ tle cries despite of all the detracting Worship You)) and Bob Ong I know we badly want to indulge and most importantly, on how we l i s t / factors beyond us. We must live as inde- (ABNKKBSNPLAKo?!), Lualhati Bautista ourselves with the mysteries of the uni- show/7898.Best_Books_by_Filipino_Authors pendent collegians who know the mean- picture ourselves in the future actuali- (Dekada ’70) and F. Sionil Jose (Rosales Saga) verse but maybe we could tone it down ing and purpose of our stay in school. If ty. In order for us to see these things and Nick Joaquín (The Woman Who Had once in a while and read our own mystery. 17 ARELLANO UNIVERSITY LITERARY & LIFESTYLE

AN ARTLESS LOVE Place By Dian J. Mantiles By John Zepp Marinda Joshue If ever our hearts were one, Where are you man? Then boy, surely lifetime will come… I hope you’re resting easy, Gloria If ever a man like you were loved by me, I’ll live by your words, Rest in my fire and it will surely perch on And I won’t let sadness defeat me. thee… Hope resides in every word I say, If ever a girl like me was happy in a man Your betterment echoes in every song I C O M I C S from pour to eternity, pray, Nothing translates the amount of love I And I’m wishing for you to have better can offer to thee... days, You asked me if I’m dangerously under- To not be sad and fade away. CORNER taking with empathy, Ain’t no way ‘cause my precious love Let’s smile for your moments, blinds exceedingly! Life disappears in a blink, Don’t say goodbye, I bracket thy love more than whole own- Cause there lies more than what you ership of sapphire and golds, think. Yet of all the superficial luxury that the universe holds! To my friend that wants to get away, My love is such that blue oceans cannot He said to me carry on. quench an endless thirst, Cause whether I’m here or not A crystal sky which grips a deluge that Life goes on. continuously outbursts! CLASS SUSPEN- When the pressure gets too much to SIONS BROUGHT Thy love boy, is such a wonderful lyrics of take, a song I can no way to sing, Remind yourself you were built not to BY THE SOUTH- An erotic choreography, human move- break. ments can no way to recur… And when the ruins start to shake, WEST MOONSOON A whole-empty canvas with hands avoid- I just hope to the stars that you’re ing any forms of a slur, awake. A transcription of love in an endless story written only by ME! Anne Klariz T. Cogolio

Why, do you know me? Angle Do you even know my story? The opening of classes on

By Germaine Romina But lately, I’ve come to realize one a rainy season is one of the thing, major problems to Filipino That no matter how harsh people say Pressure. Temptations. Rejection. students of all levels nation- Who says being a teenager is an easy things at you, job….? It still depends on how you look at wide. Recently, intensified Fall in love. Fall out of love things monsoon rains and tropical Or how you will react to some situa- I never thought this could be so hard. storms have decided to pay our tions. I tied my hair in a messy way land a sudden but inevitable Not minding ‘bout what will people say This is just life. wave of visit that lasted for Everything that you do, Fake friends. False rumors. almost a few weeks resulting I don't need you it's better this way. Or whatever life choices may take you, Remember that it still depends on YOU. to multiple class suspensions People judge easily which disrupted the students' Eyes staring rudely attendance not to mention the possibility of causing them a Campus Fashion Trends poor performance in school. Oftentimes, the announcement By Germaine Romina of class suspensions occurs late which gains negative feed- Going out on your first date and it with your favorite jeans. backs especially from those you have nothing to wear? Or maybe students traveling for more 4) Or if you want to spice up you got tired of your past OOTDS? than an hour just to get to your OOTD with the “sporty Or you badly need a cute outfit para their school gates. mapansin ni crush (for you to be chic” look, you can go with seen by your crush) without looking oversized jackets, pullovers It's no different for Arella- so extra? Come on, it’s 2018! Don’t & denims. no University students who you want to spice up your OOTD a have to endure unpleasant bit? Dressing up is fun especially if experiences during these kinds you found your style and taste. So if FOR BOYS: of extreme weather. Imagine you want to look “FASHOWN Compared to girls, some boys waking up early in a rainy AF” (especially when it’s wash day) only take 30 minutes in getting morning and check social me- at the school campus then here are ready; while for some, it’ll take dia platforms for any class some tips: 30 minutes more. Here are a few suspension updates but only to FOR GIRLS: fashion tips you could try that won’t break the campus dress receive it just as soon as Choosing the best outfit re- codes: reaching the school gate after quires time, energy and extreme everything you went through decision-making. For us, girls, we 1) White kicks! White goes with and ended up going back home always have a hard time looking everything and whites makes you enduring the fact of being through our closet finding the best look 3x pogi (handsome). outfit. Hassle, I know. The following soaking wet because you have 2) Polo shirts! It’s a major plus no other option but to resort are the fashion trends you should points when boys wear polos try and are also appropriate in because they look clean and in- on passing through the ankle school: deed a gentleman. length flood along Legarda since all public vehicles are 1) Retro is definitely making a 3) Jogger pants! When choosing full of passengers. If you're comeback! Culottes A.K.A Wide the outfit of the day, comfort going to ask them, they prefer leg pants is the new trend should always be considered. pants that looks so elegant yet receiving the notice much ear- so comfy. Just pair it with a 4) Statement shirts never go out lier because it means more of style so it’s a must wear! cute top, fitted blouse, or a time to slack off or more time tucked-in shirt then you’re good to get unfinished school works to go. We should consider these fashion done, all intense pressures on 2) White Sneakers! If nothing tips as it is appropriate on the deadlines have shaken off - goes right in life, just wear your school grounds. Breaking the temporarily. favorite white sneakers. It goes dress code in school is a major no with every outfit so you don’t Heavy rainfall causes -no. But above all, as long as you have to worry. carry your OOTD with confi- flashfloods, power outrage and 3) If you want to look “girly chic” dence and class, then I believe road hazards so be sure to ex- you can wear floral dresses, you are in today’s trend. ercise safety measures during ruffle tops, off shoulders, this kind of weather event and clothes with pastel colors or better stay indoors. Keep statement shirts then just pair safe, everyone! 18