TRUTH BEYOND KNOWING E-MAIL [email protected] · FACEBOOK facebook.com/thespectrumusls · ISSUU issuu.com/thespectrumusls · INSTAGRAM @thespectrum.usls · TWITTER @TheSpectrumUSLS NEWS LIGHTS OFF: THE MARCOS REGIME p.3 THE OFFICIAL STUDENT MEDIA CORPS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ST. LA SALLE VOL. 63 NO. 4 | SEPT TO OCT 2018 IT dept offers new course by CHARLENE MARIE D. LIM NO TO PLASTIC. A Liceo student uses a paper bag instead of plastic to pack groceries at the LASBEMPCO Consumers’ Store. —MARIANO O. JAVIER Propelled by the “fast-paced industry and globalization”, the JPIA CONTINUES CAMPUS-WIDE PAPER MOVEMENT Information Technology (IT) Department introduced the course by KATHERINE E. CO (LASBEMPCO) Consumers' Store, iCafé, It continued then, with the papers practice sets wherein they are required BachelorofScienceinEntertainment as well as Bahay Pag-asa. thrown in the bins being remade into to make a full accounting cycle from and Multimedia Computing (EMC) with reports from Starlene Joy B. Portillo paper charcoal, and then donated to journalizing to financial statements, with specializations in Digital “Since we are the biggest users of Bahay Pag-asa for new uses. there are certainly a lot of paper that Animation this academic year. The USLS Junior Philippine Institute scratch papers and yellow pads [on will be used,” JPIA Logistics Chair Raffy of Accountants (JPIA) witnessed campus], we decided to start with this “I always tell my members and my Dioso said, adding that one only needs to The revamped course was made sustainable results from their proposed movement,” explained JPIA President officers to start the discipline within glue and fold these papers like origami to available for students of the new eco-paper movement around food and Loren Moyani. ourselves, because it is where everything create the paper bags. curriculum, effective this first consumer stores within the university. would all start,” Moyani stated. semester and currently has filled up The movement exactly started two After their moderator Noreza Causing one class. The movement, which kickstarted years ago, when the previous club She shared that JPIA members made shared their movement on a Facebook early this first semester, was members situated paper bins along thousands of paper bags by hand, even environmental group, there were several Prior to the introduction of EMC, implemented within the Stingers’ the Wester Building, where most dedicating a day during their team there were four batches under the Food Court, La Salle Brothers & classrooms of Accountancy students are building to focus on it.. JPIA / PAGE 2 old curriculum, Bachelor of Science Employees Multi Purpose Cooperative located. in Information Technology (BS IT) “Because Accountancy students have with Specialization in Animation. “We did not necessarily close [BS IT Animation] down but we stopped the specialization and offered EMC to students instead,” said Eddie De Paula Jr., Computer Science Department Chairperson. He added that the introduction of this new course will “equip digital animators with the needed skills pivotal to the globally-competitive industry.” According to De Paula, they first started studying the program two years ago, adding that the EMC Digital Animation specialization is similar with the existing BS IT with specialization in Animation, only that the curriculum is concentrated in digital animation. Under Digital Animation, the course contents cover advertisement, film, game art which includes concept writing, script writing and sound design. “We saw the advantage of our students with specializations in NEW IT COURSE / PAGE 3 Teachers march for pay hike on World Teacher’s Day more inside by KYNAH RHEA B. FUENTES & and abolishing the Tax Reform for Duterte has said in front of other neighboring cities and NEWS MARIA ANGELINE M. MAYOR Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) his mother's tomb, that he will municipalities including La Check out how the newly implemented Law, was led by the Alliance of increase the salary of teachers for Carlota, Talisay, Silay, Bago, and Course Experience Survey (CES) fares in While the rest of the country Concerned Teachers-Negros (ACT– P10,000—but it never happened,\" Murcia also took part. contrast to the more familiar Teacher’s celebrated World Teacher’s NEGROS) in collaboration with the expressed ACT-Bacolod President Behavior Inventory. Day at the comforts of their Bacolod City Public School Teachers Richard Gelangre. Additionally, setting the said read on page 3 classrooms, the teachers of Federation and Association of rally on the date intended for Negros Occidental took theirs to Classroom Teachers-Bacolod. To “dramatize the sacrifices of Teacher's Day was part of the EDITORIAL the streets. the Filipino teachers and to warn organization's purpose to be The Spectrum delves on what the press The crowd, who wore black the government”, the teachers effectively noticed and heard by should do during these times of media Public school principals, shirts as a “sign of mourning\", protested in the form of a mass the government. pressure and suppression: never yield to supervisors, and teachers from marched from Rizal Elementary leave on the same date as their anyone and always uphold the truth. across the province staged a School, walked around the public sign of indignation against the \"If other public employees read on page 4 rally to demand for a salary plaza and stopped at the old City condition of being overworked, and uniformed personnel have increase at the old Bacolod City Hall, airing their demands for underpaid and overtaxed. been given increase, then why ECO BOX Hall's Fountain of Justice last salary increase and the abolition of can't they do it to us, teachers?\" Amidst the impending plans of bridging October 5. the TRAIN Law. A total of 89 public schools inquired ACT-Talisay President Visayas, various leaders from the island in Bacolod City participated chain take the pledge on protecting its The teachers’ rally, which also \"We are holding on to what in the march rally. Several WORLD TEACHER'S DAY / PAGE 2 treasured waters from pollution and pushed for reducing workload exploitation. read on page 6 SPECIAL REPORT / p.6 SPORTS / p.8 GOVERNMENT WARNING: LSHM SPOILS ROTARACT UNIVERSITY BCD REVIVES SMOKING BAN THREE-PEAT BID When it went on air years ago, the Animo Radio was every “Lasallian’s echo”, but right now, no one has ever heard from it. read on page 7
2 NEWS CLMMRH tackles mental health YSC urges student by IVEE E. MANGUILIMOTAN leaders to push STRAW SPARKING CHANGE. Speakers from Denmark, Manila and Akbayan Youth huddle together with the \"Hardships often prepare ordinary rest of the youth attendees to listen to STRAW-related testaments.—MILLEN ANDRE E. GELA people for an extraordinary destiny,\" quoted psychiatrist Dr. by IVEE E. MANGUILIMOTAN & Convener, Akbayan Youth Social Media Charibel Escandelor, during the BCD FOR MENTAL HEALTH. Dr. Nenita Dumaguit, Officer in Charge and CLMMRH Chief of Medical KYNAH RHEA B. FUENTES Coordinator and CAS Vice Governor mental health forum hosted by Professional Staff formally welcomes the delegates of the forum. —GERICO T. GUANCO Charisse Erinn Flores. the Corazon Locsin Montelibano with reports from Ma. Kristine Joy R. Bayadog Memorial Regional Hospital Negros University, and Carlos CLMMRH Mental Health Facility “Education is not a privilege; it is a (CLMMRH) Mental Health Facility. Hilado Memorial State College also tends to acute cases with suicidal “The youth can change the world.” right, so take ownership of this,” said participated in the mental health and violent individuals—ones The Youth for Sustainable Change Akbayan Youth leader and speaker The forum held at the CLMMRH forum. that are dangerous when exposed Caribay Alexandra Moreno from the Reodica Hall last October 12, was to the community—admitted to (YSC) Bacolod, in partnership with Social Democratic Youth of Denmark. organized in celebration of the “Most often, mental health the hospital, while chronic and the USLS College of Arts and Sciences National Mental Health Week and programs or issues are often manageable cases can be treated (CAS) and Akbayan Youth, hosted the Gabriela Mae Cadampog, on the World Mental Health Day. neglected and ridiculed, and your at home followed by consultations first Student's Rights and Welfare other hand tackled the meaning of generation has experienced these,” and medications. (STRAW) forum held at the Miguel freedom of speech, expression and of Furthermore, it was made Medical Center Chief Dr. Julius Building last October 20. thepressbasingfromArticleIII,Section in accordance with the newly- Drilon addressed the audience. “Everyone can be mentally 4 of the Philippine Constitution. implemented Republic Act No. healthy as long as there is a support Student leaders from different 11036 or the Mental Health Act, Additionally, topics on mental group: ones that do not reject, and schools, Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) “Be brave enough to stand up to the which aims to establish a national health discrimination and would be willing to submit patients officials and out-of-school youth all giants,” she encouraged. mental health policy for the depression, teenage pregnancy, and that need treatment,” Garzon over the city attended the said forum, purpose of enhancing the delivery Human Immunodeficiency Virus answered after being asked on how which featured speakers from Manila Flores also beckoned that most of of integrated mental health - Acquired Immune Deficiency she envisions Bacolod City’s future and Denmark. the student body and administration’s services. Syndrome (HIV-AIDS) were on mental health. lack of awareness leave certain student- discussed by Dr. Escandelor, Young The STRAW Bill, also known as the related issues “floating around” without “The country is focusing on giving Parents Coordinator Dr. Izyl Fe CLMMRH is the first hospital in Magna Carta of Students, was first filed any solutions given. aid and extending help to people Pinaga, and HIV-AIDS Core Team Bacolod and the whole province of nearly 15 years ago, and guarantees suffering from mental illnesses,” Staff Albert Acson, respectively. Negros Occidental to open a Mental the political and civil liberties of the “The forum aims to focus on these expressed Nurse Supervisor of Health Facility recently. Filipino students. points so that student leaders may the Psychiatry and Behavioral Garzon also added that the initiate an action to gradually solve Medicine Mental Health Facility “Lately, there are cases of abuse these,” affirmed Flores. section, Cora Garzon R.N., M.N. and complaints which remain unaddressed in certain schools, such YSC started conducting capacity- Garzon shared that all hospitals as: discrimination, bullying, particular building talks in Laguna, Cebu, and under the Department of Health are forms of harassments, and school Bacolod from June and is bound to end required to have a mental health fee increases,” remarked YSC Lead on January 2019, with Iloilo City as the facility that caters to patients next stop. suffering from mental illnesses who shall also receive equal treatment aside from those suffering from substance addiction. Subsequently, student leaders from La Consolacion College - Bacolod, University of St. La Salle, Riverside College Institute, Bacolod City College, STI West PolSci Society hosts second USLS Model UN by IDA SARENA M. GABAYA simulations for the United Nations General Assembly in the morning then Human Rights Council engaged on Steffi Moles, the delegate of Mexico. Committees. afterwards they will proceed to their issues such as the Rohingya atrocities After two days of debate, negotiations With the theme “Sustainability Amidst respective council sessions. and the inequality of female genital Vulnerability: Conceptualize and PolSci Soc Secretary General Claudine mutilation. Lastly, the Economic and and creating solutions, the event ended Revitalize the Future,” the Political Reyes shared that prior to the event, she, The committees were divided into Social Council (ECOSOC), dealt with with an awarding ceremony followed by Science Society (PolSci Soc) organized along with two other fellow delegates, four council sessions that will be globally affecting matters like Brexit a diplomatic dinner at Circle Inn. the second University of St. La Salle went to Thailand last January 17 to handling two assigned topics for each and the Tariff War. Model United Nations (USLS MUN). participate in the UN4MUN Southeast council. Cygeorge Hidalgo, Kevin Quirante, Asia Conference (USEAC) 2018. “In these council sessions the Joshua Jimenez, June Miguel Alingasa Eighty delegates participated in The General Assembly discussed delegates will be making resolutions, were announced as Best Speakers. the event’s debates, discussions and Consequently, the USLS MUN has about pursuing negotiations in good debating on the issues, and taking on Eugene Roxas, Adrian Dela Cruz, Mark diplomacy last October 15-16 at the developed the UN4MUN format, which faith on effective measures relating to the stand of the countries, this is about Jason Leonar, Sheena Mae Bendol, Mutien Marie Auditoriums A and B. Reyes said was the first time it was used nuclear disarmament and advancing the country that they represent,” shared Sophia Inez Bilbao, Cygeorge Hidalgo, in the Philippines. solutions to ensure a sustainable Reyes. Steffi Moles, Rod Melvin Maambong, The PolSci Soc organized the event environment. Nove Therese Gundan, Pauline Lamela, that follows the only Model United “This is in order to spread what “The student will be able to think Lende Dagandanan were awarded as Nations procedure developed by the really constitutes the process and rules Meanwhile, the Secretary Council critically, can do fast research, and also Best Delegates. Meanwhile, Cygeorge UN Department of Public Information of procedures,” the Secretary General tackled strengthening mechanisms for engage in formal discussion and debates, Hidalgo, Sheena Mae Bendol, Faye which was also an opportunity for stated. the peaceful diffusion of conflict and wherein we practice and experience the Grantus, Leizel Centina won Best the student delegates to engage in the role of cybersecurity in maintaining real life situation of global arena,” said Position Paper. The Model UN started with an international peace. Moreover, the opening plenary lead by the President of A UNITED FRONT. Public school teachers of the province took their protest to the and national election of the JPIA JPIA also initiated their bote movement, streets of Bacolod last October 5. -ANNA THERESA S. PARAYNO Commission on Elections, and which is basically replacing the use of tree planting activities of the schools such as the University of disposable water bottles with reusable WORLD TEACHER'S DAY stressful experience.” Department of Environment and Santo Tomas’ medical college and ones. Their water bottle campaign saw Most assignments include non- Natural Resources. outside-Negros universities who its pinnacle during this year’s Lasallian Arman Reyes. took notice and inquired on how the Week, where they were able to provide According to the official teaching related reports and paper ACT-Negros also stressed that paper bags were made and how they reusable water bottles with Lasallians works of other agencies that cover: most teachers are paid with a were implemented all around the who brought disposable water bottles in statement of ACT-Negros, due to the the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino minimum of P5,000 per month, school campus, Dioso narrated. exchange using a point system. Department of Education's (DepEd) Program (4Ps) of the Department of which is lower than the National policies which demand greater time Social Welfare and Development, Economic and Development “This paper movement began Following the bote movement, JPIA and efforts, the situation deprives deworming programs of the Authority’s estimated amount of hoping to address the major also distributed notepads from recycled teachers enough time to rest and Department of Health, earthquake a “decent” income of P42,000 for a environmental concern within the scratch papers to various offices within prepare for their daily lessons, and fire drills of the Disaster Risk family of five. Therefore, making university campus involving waste La Salle. therefore causing them “a very Reduction and Management, local Filipino teachers the lowest paid disposal and plastic use, as identified in Southeast Asia. upon feedback from the General According to Dioso, for the second Services Office,” Moyani added. semester, the club is also planning to Additionally, the TRAIN Law launch their ditch disposal campaign, implementation adds to the Moyani stated they saw most of the which also tackles waste minimization burden of the teachers since the improvement within LASBEMPCO, by bringing one’s own lunch box, increase of the Expanded Value as the retail outlet has maintained tumbler, and utensils instead of using Added Tax, excise tax, and other the practice of using paper bags long the takeout boxes, plastic cups, and forms of taxation have affected after their stocks of JPIA’s supply run disposable utensils provided by food the prices of basic goods and out. outlets within the campus. services. “The use of plastic is definitely “My message to the Lasallians is to “Teachers were made to believe minimized, as we only use [plastic] embody the spirit of discipline and that withholding tax exemption when there are wet and heavy to raise also awareness not just to our will increase their take-home pay [substances], but aside from that, we fellow members but also to the whole but in reality, they brought home definitely use more of the paper bags Lasallian community, because through lesser than before the TRAIN now,” Foodcourt Overseer Stella little things we can contribute to the law,” its statement added. Marie Hamak shared. [preservation of] the environment,” JPIA President Moyani expressed. The march was already their Aside from the paper movement, third this year. THE OFFICIAL STUDENT MEDIA CORPS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ST. LA SALLE · USLS STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER, LA SALLE AVE., BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL 6100 · VOLUME 63 NUMBER 4 · SEPTEMBER TO OCTOBER 2018
NEWS 3 Lights Off: The Marcos Regime CRE spearheads Bago, Pulupandan CYAN, the exhibit lasted until coastal cleanups September 26. RECALLING THE PAST. The Lasallian community listens to stories of Martial Law era horrors during the “For Human Rights and Democracy” exhibit.—GERICO T. GUANCO “We must learn from our mistakes and never forget the horrors of the by DISNEY MARIE L. ESPARTERO past. The fight is not only of their PHOTO COURTESY: USLS CENTER FOR RESEARCH AND ENGAGEMENT generation, but of this generation Darkness clings to the dust-laden and justice is yet to be served. as well, ” Balayan Director Andre by JOSHUA L. MAHILUM The coastal cleanup in Bago land as the lights slowly fade and One of the many who continue Tagamolila stated. City on September 22 was the streets become eerily quiet. It is The Center for Research and conducted at Brgy. Sampinit time. There is nothing but the sound to plead for justice is Julie Dojillo, Moreover, the Maskara Theatre Engagement (CRE) of the with participants from the of synchronized soldiers’ boots a Martial Law victim and survivor, Ensemble commemorated the event university managed to unite said barangay, fisherfolk with the constant clanking of metal who recalls her bitter past. Already with their reenactment accompanied the province in the global fight communities from Brgy. strapped across their chests—high- in her fourth year in college, the by spoken word poetry entitled Mga against ocean trash. Poblacion, and contingents from powered firearms ready to shoot. young Julie would always meet with Pasakit, translated from Wislawa Together with eight Reserve Officers’ Training Corps fellow student activists to plan for Szymborska’s Tortures. A mass was fisherfolk communities, the of Bago City College. The night has been an age of terror, their next move. Unfortunately, also celebrated and a candle lighting local governments of Bago City but nightmares still roamed in she was tracked and one afternoon, ceremony was held afterwards. and Pulupandan as well as Meanwhile, two fisherfolk broad daylight. The dictatorial rule while having lunch in her house— the National Service Training communities from Brgy. Zone 1 was evident—the media has been she was arrested. Despite testaments from Martial Program students of Bago City and Brgy. Zone 1A of Pulupandan silenced. Members of the opposition Law victims and survivors, the College, CRE led the coastal participated in the cleanup at were abducted, tortured and killed. She narrated her story during a looming problem of fake news cleanups last September 22 and Pulupandan on September 29. The poor continued to starve, while Martial Law exhibit entitled “For and historical reconstructionism 29. the rich feasted over the loot of ill- Human Rights and Democracy” held remain. However, efforts to counter Publication and Engagement “Community involvements gotten wealth. The government has at The Promenade last September 17. this intellectual invasion are being Office Director Dr. Virgilio are very important because grown blind and deaf to the needs of made. One of which is the Indie film Aguilar said the activities were those who are directly affected its people and only knew one word: “One thing that frightens me is Liway. in line with the International by the state of our coastal Marcos. that [right now] all ingredients are Coastal Cleanup (ICC), an annual marine resources are the small there. The current government is Martial Law survivor Kip Oebanda global movement which aims to fisherfolk communities [...] Any This has been the scenario for backing us up against the wall, so wrote and directed the feature film, address the worsening problem initiative cannot be sustained almost 14 years, from the declaration that when we fight, they will have a encapsulating his childhood as of plastic pollution. without the participation of the of Martial Law on September 21, 1972 reason to shoot,” explained Dojillo, the son of the well-known activist “Our participation in the communities,” Aguilar added. until the ousting of the dictator by the comparing the Marcos regime with leader couple Kumander Liway and ICC [...] is a symbolic act not Aquino-led People Power Revolution the current administration. Kumander Toto. The movie narrates only to show our concern but Under the Commision on in February 1986. Decades after this the life of an innocent child living Higher Education’s (CHED) ghastly era, the scars remain evident, Spearheaded by the Political in a prison camp, eyes open to DARE TO Project, which aims to Science Society together with the horrors, but oblivious to the spark hope for the survival of the Balayan, the College of Arts and truth that his parents were war endangered Irrawaddy dolphins, Sciences, the Institute for Lasallian heroes. This film, like the Filipino the CRE has been conducting Animation and Formation and people, shows resiliency and the studies on the sustainability of unwavering will to fight for the marine protected areas for the rights that we truly deserve. aforesaid aquatic specie in the coastal waters of Bago City and The era of complete darkness has the town of Pulupandan. passed, but still, some darkness remain. Now, it depends on us to carry their legacy—to never forget and to continue the fight. It depends on us to relive their memory as heroes who fought for our independence against the authoritative grasp of a dictator. It is our duty to shed light for others to see as Kumander Liway once said: “Hindi naman nagtatagal ang kadiliman.” CAS student brings PH, USLS to show really the importance banner in ASEAN Youth Summit of preserving and protecting our coastal areas and marine resources, particularly the habitats for the Irrawaddy dolphins,” Aguilar explained. by KYNAH RHEA B. FUENTES how important it is to collaborate *GUEVARRA NEW IT COURSE the past weeks, there were a lot with other states and help each other of students coming from other A fifth year College of Arts and grow but it also helped me create PHOTO COURTESY: KEITH RUSSEL C. GUEVARRA Animation [...] We converted the courses who opted to shift to Sciences student was one out of two relationships with different kinds course to EMC to have a stronger EMC,” the chairperson said. Filipino representatives during the of people coming from the other “It was fulfilling to think that it digital animation background 2018 Association of Southeast Asian countries of the organization,” stated was my first time to engage in a case [for students] especially since One of the highlights that De Nations (ASEAN) Youth Summit. Guevarra in a Facebook post. study and neither Political Science there is a huge demand here Paula has mentioned included a nor Economics is one of my majors,” and outside Bacolod,” stated De freshman student from the Yu Keith Russel Guevarra, a Liberal The event included several expressed Guevarra. Paula. An Log - College of Business and Arts and Commerce major, together seminars and talks that were attended Accountancy (YAL-CBA) shifting with Michelle Bernardino from by delegates and observers that were Students who graduate with to EMC last October 22. Baguio, participated as delegates in grouped into three pillars that were a degree in EMC major in the five-day event held at De La Salle considered to be the main problems of digital animation can create “When you talk about University last September 13-17. the organization: Political Community, advertisements on television, animation, you talk about Socio-Cultural Community, and films, as well as online games. creativity. It is more on passion; The summit themed \"Youth Leading Economic Community. it is not something you will Beyond 50”, aims to connect the “When we first marketed this, learn overnight. So there are a ASEAN youth to opportunities in Furthermore, the summit there were hesitations from lot of students here who are into achieving and accomplishing greater organized a case study competition the public since they haven’t drawing and digital art, and they goals. with a purpose of “challenging the heard of EMC before. We found want to learn something deeper youth to critically analyze different it really difficult to advertise in digital animation,” concluded Moreover, it was anchored on issues that persist on ASEAN but eventually, especially for De Paula. finding solutions for the ongoing member-states”. issues that the organization faces. Guevarra's team tackled the “Being part of the ASEAN Youth Economics Pillar and won the said Summit 2018 not only made me realize competition against other teams. Maskara Theater Ensemble goes nationwide by ANDREA DANIELLE A. GAMBOA Philippine resilience and disaster risk Performances and Exchange Tours. sun.\" the way they are now?” Raffy Bunal, a management, sang to the broadway During a 12-day tour spanning from Among the performers of Ugnayan sa member of MTE said. “This experience, After 46 years of performing within the renditions of beloved songs of the band, especially with the other performing university, the University of St. La Salle Aegis. the cities of Tubod, Lanao del Norte to Sining were MTE along with Sinukwan groups from different provinces, also Maskara Theater Ensemble (MTE) gets to Batangas, MTE took part in Gintong Kapampangan Performing Arts inspired myself and my ensemble to showcase their craft around the country. “The experience opened so many Alab Sa Silingan a dance, music, and Angeles, Integrated Performing Arts further explore and exercise our craft as doors for us to explore more about image-driven performance storytelling Guild, and the Philippine Barangay Folk young artists, clarifying our motivations In partnership with the Philippine ourselves, our capabilities, and talents as about Philippine history. Dance Troupe Rondalla. and through communication, empathy, Educational Theatre Association (PETA) performers,” MTE president Marianne and compassion.” School of People’s Theatre, MTE was Isabel Sellado said. The performance paid homage to to A subtle political social commentary invited to the Basic Integrated Theatre notable events and figures in Philippine with flashing images and videos of As for the future of MTE, the group Arts Workshop at the PETA Theater The ensemble continued their History, playing on the famous President Duterte as well as former hopes to continue influencing people Center in New Manila, Quezon City, last travels on September 17, as they nickname of the Philippines: The Pearl Presidents Aquino and Macapagal- through establishing theater culture in August 30-31. embarked on their first nationwide of the Orient. “The pearl,” as described Arroyo, the performance questioned the Philippines, which they believe can tour in collaboration with the Cultural in the group’s promotional poster: “[is] the audience of their Filipino identity. develop aesthetic sensibilities of the The workshop included a showing Center of the Philippines’ outreach revered and desired, and through time audience, as well as serving as a catalyst of Rak of Aegis, a musical about program, Ugnayan sa Sining: the 2018 aged in an oyster's shell— glows in “I'm inspired to connect with my own for change. Regional Collaborations Community iridescent splendor when struck by the roots as a Negrense. Who are we? How did this come to be? Why are things THE OFFICIAL STUDENT MEDIA CORPS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ST. LA SALLE · USLS STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER, LA SALLE AVE., BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL 6100 · VOLUME 63 NUMBER 4 · SEPTEMBER TO OCTOBER 2018
4 SEPT TO EDITORIAL&OPINION OCT2018 EDITORIAL We Shall Hold the Line The newspaper chain SunStar image, not our safety. Instead —CARL HASON T. GERALE Bacolod had some unexpected of redeeming themselves and visitors knocking at their gaining the trust of the public Slow Down: Merging Orange Peel newsroom’s door last October back, they chose to tread on Politicians Ahead 3. And by unexpected visitors, it the easy path. If they are so Joshua Martin P. Guanco was a group of personnel coming concerned on how society [email protected] from the Negros Occidental Police perceives them, then they should Provincial Office. What made it genuinely do their jobs and I am going to cut straight to the chase—we political party can be something one Politics is the “hindrance” of the even more surprising was the fact responsibilities; not borderline do not “appoint” our government officials, cannot refuse, for it can cut expenses, province’s growth? Then these that these cops were doing an intimidating the press to come we elect them. curb family rivalries, and lessen election- politicians—who have been at the helm official “door-to-door campaign”— up with a very obvious faux pas. related violence. The concept of even of the politics of the province or their not their infamous ‘Oplan Tokhang’ When news about the possible crafting leaders that the whole province respective Local Government Units wherein they would convince drug The police is just a small merging of Love Negros (LN) and United can catapult to the national scene is also (LGUs)—should not run this coming personalities to surrender and curb fraction—this boils down to what Negros Alliance (UNegA), the two major a sweet thought for every Negrense. elections; that is, if their definition their illegal activities—in order “to kind of government we have right political parties in the province of Negros However, we have seen our province of a “politician” is someone who is forge a partnership” that asked now: a system that prefers to Occidental, in the forthcoming 2019 thrive despite having government professionally involved in politics. the aforesaid press to write about look for cover-ups, scapegoats, midterm elections started brewing, it officials from both UNegA and LN, right? their good deeds, since the media and diversions instead of looking did not bother me at all—until it actually Although it might sound promising to “usually places the police in bad for sustainable solutions to the came into fruition and even attempted to What this merger did is close the doors some, one must always discern whether light.” nation’s illnesses. And along the extend its hegemony down to the cities leaving people with only one choice for process, it is us, the watchdogs and towns of the province, pushing for ----------------------------------------- an electoral position is the true spirit of For starters, the press is not a that are offered with muzzles only one “handpicked” candidate per democracy. beauty salon that can make you and replaced with superficial, elective position (just like what they did in One must always discern look good just as you want them one-dimensional, and paid troll- the gubernatorial and vice-gubernatorial whether leaving people Luckily, the merger did not trickle to. We are the fourth estate. We are bloggers. posts). with only one choice for down the province’s LGUs; at least the autonomous. We are not dictated an electoral position is the people of the province can still exercise upon on what we should do, let alone The truth is and will ever be All of this is for the sake of what a true spirit of democracy. their right to vote and to not “appoint” coerced or intimidated. We are the the best way for the police and certain district representative claim their own town or city’s respective watchdogs—the counterbalance the government to gain the trust as the solution to ending “politics” in ----------------------------------------- public officials, unlike in the cases of the that reports, verifies and questions of the public and rebuild their Negros Occidental which has been the gubernatorial, vice-gubernatorial, and the matters of the state. We are the image; not a face lift courtesy of “hindrance” of the province’s progress. to people who actually wanted to vie for an some district representative posts. vanguard of democracy. false information. electoral position in the province, all the However, one morning during a while entertaining and attending to the Before the elections in May, it is better The act of the police asking SunStar Bacolod’s refusal Political Science class of mine, I stumbled rich political families—and dynasties— to ask ourselves: “Does the merger for favourable coverage is a to the police is a reminder upon the essentialities of our rights to that are very prevalent in Negros. What actually attend to the betterment of all testament of their current image. for all of us that truthful and suffrage—that it is us, the sovereign this merger actually did is curb the Negrenses, or is it just exclusive to the Because of this failed attempt— objective journalism will never Filipino people, who elect them on their rights of the common citizens of the province’s elite?” that was officially sponsored by be suppressed by anyone; that respective positions; not them cutting province to vote for an electoral position. the Philippine National Police—the this type of journalism still our choices and indirectly “appointing” It is only clothed in promise: hiding the Our democracy is slowly waning whole nation found out what their thrives in this administration of themselves just as they want to. falsehoods, self-preserving motivations, from our hands; the last thing we need is current agenda is: their public explicit falsehoods and outright and Messianic tendencies within it. handing out power on a silver platter to revisionisms. The thought of a progressive and “politicians” who think they are entitled prosperous Negros under one ruling to do so. THESPECTRUM FOUNDED 1956 May Malay Least Amused with Verbal Abuse facebook.com/thespectrumusls · [email protected] Hezron G. Pios VOLUME 63 NUMBER 4 · SEPT-OCT 2018 [email protected] Joshua Martin P. Guanco Words transcend themselves when they I interjected my cousin, asked why she right, power, and free will to rectify a leave an impact so potent to the receiver. did not defend herself each time she had case against their well-being. The abused EDITOR-IN-CHIEF the chance to. can also ignore the actual content of what For several years now, my cousin and has been said to him, identify the type Katherine E. Co her father have co-existed with our tita Walamangiyaponsangmaymabatonsainyo, of abuse employed, name it, and calmly and her eldest son. This tags their structure she quoted from tita’s eldest son. Biting the tell the abuser enough is enough. If it still ASSOCIATE EDITOR and dynamics as an extended family. hands that feed her will do my cousin no won’t turn out well, the abused can opt to good, seeing that her financial dependence remove himself from the situation or limit Victoria Marian B. Belmis She shared her experiences from tita’s is translated to feeling indebted rather his contact with the abuser. Again, if worse iron fist: reprimands given on a daily basis, than being truly grateful. Ergo, this does ----------------------------------------- MANAGING EDITOR humiliation in the guise of “jokes” casually not reduce their issue into money matters; said, and ultimately, guilt-tripping when words are involved and so is verbal abuse. In a typical Filipino Robert H. Jerge III she asks for favors or permission. setting, the elders cannot Verbal abuse is a blatantly offensive be held liable for their EXTERNAL AFFAIRS DIRECTOR Once, she asked if she can attend her language which intends to humiliate and shortcomings. classmate's birthday party taking place gain power over another person. This is NEWSPAPER EDITOR Starlene Joy B. Portillo just a few blocks away from home. Tita not limited to the spoken word, though. ----------------------------------------- MAGAZINE EDITOR Hezron G. Pios dismissed her request as if it should not Our brain interprets body language have been brought up in the first place. into words that we internally hear. And comes to worst, walk out unapologetically. ONLINE PUBLICATIONS EDITOR Martini M. Falco Also, whenever she arrived late at home— behaviors distinctive to an individual can As much as words can empower others, LITERARY EDITOR Alvin Brian S. Legario regardless of the reason and despite having translate to verbal abuse, as well. a valid excuse at hand—her entrance will words can cheapen a person’s sense of self- PHOTOS AND VIDEOS EDITOR Mariano O. Javier be met with the crisp utterance of the Patricia Evans, an American author, worth, too. ASST. PHOTOS AND VIDEOS EDITOR Ena Louise P. Apelo words pasagod, boarder, and gasalig, all asserts that verbal abusers apply the art of LAYOUT AND GRAPHICS EDITOR Glen Jed J. Descutido ringing in her ears. confusion or crazy making or gaslighting Words have weight. Words extend in order to deflect accountability for their beyond their meanings. Words can NEWSPAPER WRITERS PHOTOJOURNALISTS In a typical Filipino setting, the elders words and actions upon their victims. affect lives. And words, even if they are are treated and viewed with reverence. The convenient and often misused, result Kynah Rhea B. Fuentes Nicci Bernelle D. Aguilar youngsters should always, always observe In a typical Filipino setting, the to actions larger than what they were Joshua L. Mahilum Millen Andre E. Gela courtesy. Otherwise, they get slapped on elders cannot be held liable for their expected to be. Gerico T. Guanco the face or cursed at for such display of shortcomings. They should be right Ivee E. Manguilimotan audacity. The mere act of inquiry is an act even if they are already bypassing the To my cousin, along with the ones who VIDEOGRAPHERS of disrespect to them. However, I surmise boundaries, lapses and preferences of experienced verbal abuse, I can only tell MAGAZINE WRITERS that there’s nothing wrong about elevating someone younger than them. them this: Your words are yours alone. Alfed Edrian D. Ama yourself, especially when you believe Make them count. Speak up if you must. Disney Marie L. Espartero Kyle Jyrax D. Sevilla you’re on the correct side of the fence. To end verbal abuse means calling Lance Christian M. Juarez out the abuser. This solidifies someone’s LAYOUT AND GRAPHICS ARTISTS ONLINE WRITERS Alexandra V. Bachoco Ma. Angeline M. Mayor Alfredo R. Bayon-on Jr. Charlene Marie D. Lim Ida Sarena M. Gabaya ILLUSTRATORS LITERARY WRITERS Andrea Danielle A. Gamboa Carl Hason T. Gerale Ma. Kristine Joy R. Bayadog Lorraine M. Labos Anna Theresa S. Parayno Chad Martin Z. Natividad EDITORIAL ASSISTANT WEB ADMINISTRATOR Keanu Joseph P. Rafil Keanu Kent B. Gargar PUBLICATION MODERATOR Jean Lee C. Patindol The Spectrum is the Official Student Media Corps of the University of St. La Salle. Its editorial office is located at the USLS Student Activity Center, La Salle Ave., Bacolod City, Negros Occidental 6100; it can be reached through the telephone number, (034) 432-1187 local 172 and e-mail address, [email protected]. All rights reserved. No part of The Spectrum may be reproduced in any form without the written consent of the Media Corps. 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OPINION 5 Why nobody calls women out Kath Ang Isip for harrassing men Katherine E. Co [email protected] There is no question mark in the title of And although the world is gradually circle of friends. Ever heard anyone we can inflict on them as well. Sexual may imperfectly be now, but equality this article, but sure enough, I have it becoming more aware, activists and from your group catcall a physically objectification is what it is. Sexual isn’t looking at it, simply, the other way. there somewhere. The question: why? women empowerment groups are braver attractive man that passes by your way? harassment is what it is. Sexual abuse It is looking at one way where both sexes Truth is, I don’t know myself. But I know than ever before, the common people are You probably did. But it wasn’t ever a big is what it is. Victims are all victims; (and yes, including all the genders that it is the right question to ask. starting to speak out against abuse, and deal. And that is why I am raising this perpetrators are all perpetrators, exist) are side by side in unity and peace, as they say, more are becoming ‘woke’, question now. forged by the ever-governing fact that Before anything else, let me just there is this one part of the whole picture ----------------------------------------- there exists the spectrum of humanity. bravely release myself to say that I that gets sunk in the deep, dark recesses I am losing ideas on how else to am a feminist, despite how much this of the collective consciousness: men as point it out with the same magnitude I We condemn men when It is an easy thing to say, but if we term is badly and wrongly represented the sexual victims. feel inside whenever I think of it—it is they do it but we fail want change, if we want equality, if we countless times (and at that, mostly by just as wrong. Girls, when you meant to see the extent of the want better and safer environments for women themselves). Nevertheless, I It is easy to say that it’s not as palpable to say “yummy” on your celebrity harm that we inflict on not just one half of the plane but for the stand for equality to put it simply—what to us because the usual picture (and yes, crush’s photo, or publicize your sexual them as well. whole: beware of your prejudices, and you and I could contribute to society and also the statistics) tell us women are, in fantasies and desires about a man on how they can subconsciously translate how you and I are treated should not be much greater lengths, more commonly any platform, you are doing the exact ----------------------------------------- into your actions. And even though you measured by our gender. being sexually harassed than men. That same thing as what we, women, easily have heard this a million times in your is true. But just because the numbers are point out and accuse in men when they no matter what color they are in the life, it’s still just as golden and should be With this, I’ll go straight to the bigger for women doesn’t make the act a are in the opposite of the receiving end. spectrum. constantly reminded to us as long as we problem—sexual harassment. The lot less crimeful when it is done to men. And that’s just one picture we see talking breathe: treat others the way you want United Nations list catcalls, sexual about sexual objectification online. We The long decades and centuries of the to be treated. No biases here, please, if comments, unwanted sexual teasing, Ever seen women flooding a sexy condemn men when they do it but we patriarchal dominance of power may equality is one thing you resonate with jokes, remarks, or questions as among photo of a man with dirty, sexual fail to see the extent of the harm that have shaped our minds to what they as well. the many forms of sexual harassment. comments online? Or even within your #TaoRinPoKami @medjMarupok Victoria Marian B. Belmis [email protected] Katatapos lamang ng isang semestro. sa mga post na ito ay nagsasabi na sa aaral dahil gusto nila, naming: gumin- Ang bigat na pasan ng naming lamang ipagsawalang balikat ang Marami sa aming mga estudyante ang panahon ngayon, ang edukasyon ay hawa sa buhay, bumalik ng utang na mag-aaral ay nakaapekto sa aming mga hinaing na ito. Yung iba nga medyo hindi pa rin maka-”get over” sa hindi na lamang tungkol sa pag-aaral loob sa magulang, at tumakas mula sa kalusugang pangkaisipan at ngayon kumakayod at nagtatrabaho ng halos nagdaang limang buwan. Limang bu- at pagkuha ng bagong kaalaman kundi bulag na paghahatol ng sosyedad. na nilagdaan na ni President Rodrigo walang tulog, diba—pero, hindi. wan na wala halos matinong tulog. isa na lamang institusyon na nagtatak- Bilang isang mag-aaral, Duterte ang Republic Act 11036 o Hindi maaring ipagsawalang bahala Limang buwan na puno ng cramming da sa kung ano ang dapat na katangian naiintindihan at dama ko rin ang mga ang Mental Health Law, tulungan ang mga ganitong isyu lalo na hindi dahil sa napakaraming gawain: araw- at katalinuhan na taglay ng isang tao daing ng aking mga kabaro. Mahirap ninyo kami sa pamamagitan lamang iisa o iilan ang umaaray araw na mga pagsubok mula sa pare- upang maging maunlad sa buhay. Ayon i-balanse ang pag-aaral, oras para sa ng pagpapahalaga sa mental na sa kasalukuyang sistema ng ating hong major at minor na mga asignatura; sa mga posts, minsan hindi na nabibig- sarili, pamilya at iba pa. Mula alas aspeto hindi lamang ng mga edukasyon, kundi napakarami. Lalo kabilaang mga proyekto at siyempre, yang importansya ang tunay na kahal- siyete ng umaga hanggang alas singko estudyanteng kagaya ko, kundi pati na, na ang kabataang itinuturing ang thesis. At dahil sa kung tawagin agahan ng edukasyon at karamihan sa ng hapon, minsan hanggang alas na rin ng bawat isa. Huwag na nating pag-asa ng ating inang bayan, ang nating “burn out,” kumbaga, hindi maii- mga mag-aaral ay mas tutok na lamang otso ng gabi ay nasa paaralan kami – hintayin na tumaas pa ang kaso ng naapektuhan. ----------------------------------------- sa pag-pasa sa mga asignatura, sa lahat nakikinig sa mga aralin, kumukuha pagpapakamatay dito sa bansa. Ika ng alam nilang paraan, kaysa mag-aral ng kung anu-anong pagsusulit at iba nga “prevention is better than cure\". Ako, at ang mga kapwa ko ...hindi lamang iisa o at matuto. pa. Sa pag-uwi ay wala na halos oras estudyante, ay lubos na humihingi iilan ang umaaray sa magpahinga pagkat tambak ang mga Hindi lamang ang mental kundi ng pag-unawa at suporta – na sa halip kasalukuyang sistema Totoo, tao nga lamang ang mga mag- gawain at aralin na kailangang pag- pati na rin ang pisikal na aspeto na i-bash ang mga hinaing namin sa ng ating edukasyon, aaral at napapagod din. Pero kung tit- aralan dahil may sunod-sunod na ng mga mag-aaral ang nakataya sa social media ay bigyan ninyo kami ng kundi napakarami. ignan mula sa third person point of view, namang pagsusulit kinaumagahan. bawat sobrang oras na ginugugol simpatya at tulong. ang mga post na ito ay tila mga sim- Mayroon akong mga kilala na halos nila sa pagsusunog ng kilay kaysa ----------------------------------------- pleng pag-reklamo lang at maari ring isa hanggang dalawang oras lamang magpahinga at matulog. Ayon sa mga Kapwa mag-aaral man, magulang, wasang magreklamo ng mga butihing sabihin na mga dahilan lamang ng ang tulog araw-araw, at hindi naging eksperto, kailangan ng bawat isa sa guro, o maging sino man, sana’y mag-aaral at sa panahon ng teknolohi- mga mag-aaral sa mga hindi matataas maganda ang epekto nito sa kalusugan atin ng anim hanggang walong oras ng magkaisa tayo sa pagpapalaganap ya, laganap ito sa social media. na markang natatanggap. Ngunit, mga nila. May mga umiiyak habang nag- pagtulog araw-araw. Kapag hindi ito ng kamalayan ukol sa kalusugang huwad na dahilan lamang ba ang mga aaral. Yung iba, dahil sa sobrang makukuha, maaaring ma-apektuhan pangkaisipan sapagkat ang bawat Walang araw na hindi ako nakakaki- ito o isang hinaing na kailangan ng istress sa pag-aaral ay humahantong ang kalusugan at memorya. hinaing namin ay hindi lamang ta ng post sa Facebook o Twitter na may solusyon? na sa breakdown, depresyon at minsan paghuhumyaw kundi paghingi ng #StudentsAreNotRobots. Karamihan –suicide. Hindi talaga maiiwasan ang hirap tulong na nawa’y inyong pakinggan, “Academic failure”— dalawang salita sa kahit anong aspeto ng buhay magkaiba man ang panahon na ating na pilit na nilalabanan ng bawat mag- natin, at kung tutuusin pwede pinanggalingan. A Brief History of Nine Killings Smoke Machine Starlene Joy B. Portillo [email protected] It no longer comes off as a surprise as they have come to be called, were cycle that is passed on from one eventually, will be an administration’s defense, they shall say that Hacienda when our beloved President Rodrigo members of the National Federation administration to another. accomplishments. We shall only Nene is not covered by law, and that Duterte makes sweeping promises that of Sugar Workers (NFSW) labor union. be reminded of the growth in the farmers were therefore occupying only last as long as today’s headlines. They seek to help sugar workers during Still, this remains to be another investments. Studies shall cover the illegally. the dead season through farming harrowing narrative that our social production of commodities. If we’re “If elected president, give me about other crops in addition to pushing studies textbooks fail to discuss at lucky in a few years’ time, our basic We cannot do what has been done, three to six months. I will get rid of for the promised genuine agrarian length. It first came about during the educational materials might delve Agrarian Reform Secretary John corruption, drugs and criminality,” he reform. These idle sugar lands remain dictatorial Marcos rule, wherein the into the statistics of those who were Castriciones has said. But they can convinced the masses who cheered for undistributed despite supposedly first agrarian reform law was declared. wronged— but not their detailed choose to prevent more blood from a solution they thought was concrete. being covered by government’s current sufferings, nor the entire story. being spilled. Two years and more than 20,000 reform program—and that remains to ----------------------------------------- deaths under inquiry later, we are still be the problem. The government will not tell us On our end as concerned citizens nowhere near the promised drugless It is an irony that spans that 70% of these workers still do not of this battered country, it is our Paradise. Agrarian violence has sadly become 30 years, where time and own the land they till. They shall not responsibility to remain vigilant and a staple in Philippine history. It is time again, the Philippine highlight the bare minimum wages amplify the call to stop the injustice Six months ago, he graced yet an irony that spans 30 years, where government deprives the they are giving these farmers. It shall that the farmers of our land can another headline. This time, he time and time again, the Philippine sectors that feed the entire not dwell on the disturbing prejudice only voice out for so long. As these promised implementing a “genuine government deprives the sectors that nation of their very right. they cast on laborers and indigenous noble laborers are being silenced land reform through strong decisive feed the entire nation of their very people who only seek support and into submission, we should consider governance”. Hand in hand with the right. Instead of showing gratitude, ----------------------------------------- independence. It will not be spread how the fear that the government Department of Agriculture, he pledged the regime breaks the backs of the widely that the names: Eglicerio and capitalist landlords are trying to to increase farm productivity and agricultural workers who spend their Instead of allocating land to tenant Cambannga Villegas, Angeliffa instill can be channeled into a wakeup promote the well-being of farmers. days bending in front of the lands they farmers as promised, the Escalante Dumaguit Arsenal, Paterno Baroy, call for Negrenses and Filipinos alike That day, he claimed, was a victorious make fertile. The closest thing these and Sag-od Massacres happened. Rene Laurencio Sr., Morena Mendoza, who seem to be desensitized by the day for the farmers. farmers get to an answer are: the sound With Cory Aquino’s Comprehensive Marcelina Dumaguit, Rommel regularized violence. of gunshots being fired, followed by Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) Bantigue, Jomarie Oghayon, and The eve of October 20 broke this accusations of the victims being rebel came the Mendiola Massacre. Hacienda Marchtel Sumicad shall be added to the First, came the extrajudicial victims. illusion of victory. At Sagay City’s sympathizers, and finally, another Luisita was bloodied under Gloria total list of 172 agricultural laborers Next, came the farmers. Tomorrow, Hacienda Nene, nine unsuspecting bout of publicized promises for better Macapagal-Arroyo’s watch, whereas killed under this current presidency. who knows what sector could be at the farmers were resting in their makeshift reforms. The abusive pattern continues the Kidapawan Massacre occurred They will, instead, claim this era to top of the butcher’s to-do-list? When tent. Little did they know that their to persist and become a problematic during Benigno Aquino III’s. be “the golden age of agriculture”. In we all join hands to hold the line, blood shall water the very same soil perhaps, our future history books they tilled that day. The Sagay Nine, What we shall all come to know could tell something more. THE OFFICIAL STUDENT MEDIA CORPS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ST. LA SALLE · USLS STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER, LA SALLE AVE., BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL 6100 · VOLUME 63 NUMBER 4 · SEPTEMBER TO OCTOBER 2018
6 SEPT TO SPECIAL REPORT OCT2018 There’s nothing red about October by STARLENE JOY B. PORTILLO When is Red October? and the “destruction of high-impact As a precaution, the AFP has asked considered as critics of the Duterte Come Sept. 24, the AFP had new government projects”, and lastly, Duterte to create a national task force government,\" said Karapatan rights For 46 years now, every 21st of government personalities stemming against communist insurgency, Parlade group Secretary General Cristina September in the Philippines reminds revelations to publicize: “It’s actually back from Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s shared. Palabay. us of the beginning of the late Ferdinand an Oplan Talsik (ouster) against former presidency. Marcos’ dictatorial rule. This year’s the existing administration so that What Red October? Meanwhile, Vice President Leni commemoration of the Martial Law they can grab the power here in the Totopthisoff,Parladealsoclaimedthe CPP founder Sison finds nothing Robredo has also voiced out her declaration, however, also came with Philippines,” claimed AFP Operations involvement of 10 Manila universities sentiments, stating that the “baseless another surprising announcement— Chief Isidro Purisima. He added that in the said ouster. Information drives new in the accusation. accusations” is reminiscent of how one that involves a probable ousting of the plot has existed for more than that showcase a likened comparison He recalled the repeated accusations critics were silenced during Marcos' the regime that some say levels that of a year already. Alongside this plan to the “different atrocities committed Martial Law. Marcos’ tyranny. is Oplan Aklasan (protest), which during the Marcos regime” and that of conspiracies against the party, involves “infiltrating” labor groups to of the present administration. Galvez which dates back to 2017, as publicized The administration, in turn, What is Red October? urge workers to go on a simultaneous supported this by mentioning proof by Duterte. In his opinion, Red denies using the Red October ouster In an exclusive aired interview for an strike, that shall “attempt to close our that these conferences, spanning from October is being used as a foundation plot allegation against anti-Duterte manufacturing and industries,” Parlade high school to the collegiate level, were for declaring Martial Law nationwide. coalitions and critics to divert public Asian News Channel (ANC) program, and Galvez declared in the same conducted by CPP founder Jose Maria attention from the rising prices of Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) aforementioned ANC interview. The Sison mostly with the University of the \"This alleged destabilization goods and other national concerns. Chief of Staff Carlito Galvez Jr. and plan, they said, includes a “successive Philippines. plot is an underhanded move to Deputy Chief of Operations Antonio mass mobilization” that started on justify further repression against Lawmakers from the Makabayan Parlade Jr. presented “Red October”— a September 21, and shall lead up until organizations and personalities bloc sought a legislative inquiry into plot concocted by the Communist Party December— the 50th anniversary of the plot last Oct. 2. Since, like most of the Philippines (CPP) to overthrow the CPP. of the accused, they also consider President Rodrigo Duterte from his the alleged ouster to be a “prelude presidency. It is said to be a “broad On Oct. 1, the AFP has revealed more to a massive crackdown” against the coalition” involving the Liberal Party details regarding the ouster, wherein opposition that could turn to rampant opposition members, the Magdalo Parlade stated that there are supporting human rights violations. group, labor groups, leftist lawmakers, decoded documents that confirm the student activists, Lumad organizations, CPP’s original intention along with Currently, the National Bureau of and other critics of the president. its armed wing, the NPA to execute Investigation still gathers enough “coordinated tactical offensives” evidence to unmask the personalities The ousting should have happened between Oct. 11-17. The Deputy Chief behind the reported Red October. on September 21, during a rally at listed five operational codes, and their the Luneta Park, attended by the respective agendas which sought Given how the month ends in a New People’s Army (NPA). But the attacks on the AFP and Philippine few days, the chances of the ousting proceedings went without any protest National Police stations; military assets coming to fruition are far less likely to on the NPA’s end. and intelligence operatives; Oplan happen. Despite the facts, however, we Tokhang agents; mining companies cannot be assured that no government- orchestrated claims are bound to be attached to the few remaining Octobers this regime has yet to tick off. Government Warning: ECO BOX BCD revives Smoking Ban Negros strengthens Mayor’s Office whereas the action team efforts to protect is the group that implements the capture marine ecosystem of violators. The latter is comprised by individuals not offices and it is an by DISNEY MARIE L. ESPARTERO interdepartmental system. INSURGENT. Despite the public smoking ban implementation, civilians are seen In efforts to restore and protect smoking outside the designated smoking area. -MARIANO O. JAVIER “The effort should not come from the the Visayan Sea, Negros leaders task force alone. Right now, we have signed an agreement during the by HEZRON G. PIOS or distribution of tobacco products already apprehended more than 800 10th Visayan Sea Summit held at —ANNA THERESA S. PARAYNO as well as placing advertisement and individuals. The city treasurer had also Oton, Iloilo last September 28. Last year, the Bacolod Anti-Smoking promotional materials of the said collected thousands of penalty fees Negros Occidental Governor Administrator, ordered the city’s Task Force was reactivated after its products on the aforesaid locations. coming from those who have been fined Alfredo Marañon Jr., together with enforcement team to strictly introduction back in 2013. but those who failed to comply would Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor, enforce the said ordinance, Although designated smoking areas be subjected to implementation. The and Capiz Governor Antonio del which was approved since 2011, The group is currently led by Joseph (DSAs) are permitted just as long as money collected would go to the trust Rosario, with representatives throughout all public markets in Cuansing and Councilor Caesar there is open space or proper ventilation fund,” Distrito shared. of the governors of Cebu and the city. Distrito alongside Councilor Em Ang, available, instances of non-compliance Masbate, signed an agreement representatives of Bacolod City Police have been issued. Distrito also shared that their with the goal to sustain liveli- Improper disposal of plastics Office (BCPO), Bacolod Traffic Authority teams have been tapping other hoods without hampering and has been an ameliorating prob- Office (BTAO), City Health Office, Distrito expressed the task force organizations. These include private compromising marine life. lem and has posed serious threats Permits and Licensing Division, City currently has around 20 members and volunteer organizations, the school to the ecosystem, as it breaks Administrator's Office, City Legal Office only. “We are coping up by inspecting administrators and the barangay The local government unit of down into smaller pieces, and, if (CLO), and City Treasurer's Office. on schools. [...] You can just imagine the officials because they are authorized Bacolod City has also joined this not disposed properly, ends up implementation of the law considering and in the jurisdiction to perform their movement, with Councilors Em floating in the sea or washed up This is in support of President Rodrigo we have around 40 public high responsibilities. Ang and Cindy Rojas pushing for on the shores. Duterte’s Executive Order (EO) No. 26 schools and elementary schools, [and] the amendment of the ordinance entitled“Providingfortheestablishment 20 colleges. We are appealing from “Theonlyproblemislackofpersonnel. pertaining the usage of plastic It also contributes to the of smoke-free environments in public the public that they have to support I hope other sectors would help since the bags. occurrence of floods, as it clogs and enclosed spaces”, signed on May 16, the campaign against smoking. The effort of making Bacolod a smoke-free drainage systems. 2017. campaign against smoking is not just place is not just to ban smoking but to This is to regulate the sale, pro- a campaign against smoking, it is also promote healthy lifestyle as well. I hope vision, and use of plastic bags as The EO prohibits smoking near for those who are passive smokers,” he that the public will cooperate because packing materials of all business centers of youth activity namely: added. this is the kind of law we have not only establishments within the city. play schools, preparatory schools, to aid the smoker to be free from any elementary schools, high schools, He also stressed that these passive illnesses due to smoking, but even those The proposed amendment colleges and universities, youth hostels, smokers are the ones usually near the that are directly affected, particularly includes the imposition of the and recreational facilities for minors; smokers. They can be the smoker’s those that accompany the smoker,” environmental fee on all plastics elevators and stairwells; locations where neighbor, confidante, or member of the Distrito stressed. that are dispensed in the markets fire hazards are present (gas stations, family. or business establishments. storage areas for flammable liquids, gas, “For me, it's a bit of a shame for explosives or combustible materials); Moreover, the implementation is Bacolod. Even though the smoking Improper disposal of plastics within premises of public and private processed by two governing bodies: the ban had been implemented, there are has been an ameliorating problem hospitals, as well as medical, dental, and task force and an action team. The task still people smoking on the sidewalks and has posed serious threats to optical clinics; and food preparation force is comprised by the City Health and it seems that there’s no control,” the ecosystem, as it breaks down areas. Office, the Office of the City Treasurer, said Ridley*, a 4th year Information into smaller pieces, and, if not dis- the Sangguniang Kabataan, and the Technology student. posed properly, ends up floating in In line withthat, italso barsthe selling the sea or washed up on the shores. He further said despite designated smoking areas are placed around It also contributes to the occur- the city, those who smoke still do not rence of floods, as it clogs drainage observe the rules. This frustrates him systems. because it generates a misconceptions that smokers are not responsible for John Orola, Bacolod City their actions such as knowing when and where to buy a stick and light it. A year later, the ordinance is still reaching mixed opinions. Will this garner a pliant following in the following years? *not his real name THE OFFICIAL STUDENT MEDIA CORPS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ST. LA SALLE · USLS STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER, LA SALLE AVE., BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL 6100 · VOLUME 63 NUMBER 4 · SEPTEMBER TO OCTOBER 2018
UNIVERSITY 7 Animo Radio to resume operation? VCAA replaces TBI with Course Experience Survey by MARIA ANGELINE M. MAYOR & are no plans in buying a new transmit- PSG from CHED is memorandum or- HEZRON G. PIOS ter for it can still satisfy the needs of der number 101, series of 2017 so it all —GERICO T. GUANCO to the current-standing TBI which laboratory experiments. depends on the curriculum being re- focuses on the students’ evaluations What happened to Animo Radio? For quired by CHED,” Altajeros said. by ROBERT H. JERGE III of their teachers. the past three years, no one has heard The establishment Animo Radio it on air. was a collaborative effort of the ECE He explained further that in terms The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Cadena also mentioned the Department with the Communication of technical management, there should Academic Affairs (VCAA) released a concerns of some faculty members Engineering Laboratory Coordina- Department of the College of Arts and be licensed electronics engineers in- memo last August 1 stating that the regarding the annual performance tor Milagros Oraca, explained that the Science (CAS). charge who must be competent enough university will now be utilizing the evaluation which prompted the Smart Laboratory (Smart Lab) and its to operate because the laboratory can- Course Experience Survey (CES), a revision. equipments located on the third floor According to Oraca, it was the ECE not transmit a watt beyond what is re- revision of the Teacher's Behavior of the Engineering building was dam- Department who initiated the installa- quired. Nonetheless, some of the engi- Inventory (TBI) evaluations. In line with this, Dr. Annabelle aged by a “natural force”. tion of the transmitter, headed by ECE's neers have already transferred to other Balor, VCAA, proposed a similar former Department Chair, Engr. Ruel companies. The CES was run for the first time survey to the Subject Experience “It was not exactly a typhoon, but it Malapitan. during the end of the first semester, Survey that she observed during her was a strong wind that bagged down Altajeros further said that Commu- wherein students were required to time at the University of Melbourne, our antenna for the transmitter,” Ora- Oraca expressed her desire of reviv- nication students used to do the pro- assess their experiences with their Australia. ca recalled. ing Animo Radio in the near future by grams under the supervision of Oraca various courses through an online saying that the previous ECE-CAS col- or any faculty present, and they can survey. “Students will still be one of the Despite managing to put the anten- laboration started the whole effort of still utilize and serve as disc jockeys most effective [redacted] evaluators, na back, Oraca said that the transmit- starting Animo Radio and the idea of it should the revival be pushed through. According to Assistant VCAA Dr. since 90% of the faculty’s time is spent ters still required fixing. “sleeping just on the side” is something Jocelyn Cadena, the CES is a new with the students,” clarified Cadena. she does not want. “It’s only a matter of time sitting in guide to facilitating teaching and She added that after the repairs, between [CAS & CET] to agree on what learning experiences and it will be CES does away with the “comments the transmitter was still working, but Communication Society - USLS to do. Actually, it’s good that there’s col- used to gain a “more student-centered and suggestions” text field, and its transmission was not already the (CSU) president Sophia Lorraine laborative work but as I’ve said, they means” of evaluating the course and replaces it with two questions: “What same as before. Larroder expressed that although she have to sit down discuss on the extent the professor. is your best learning experience?” and had not experienced Animo Radio yet, of responsibility of each party,” Altaje- “How can your learning experience Oraca noted that the signal‘s cover- she aims to bring it back especially for ros concluded. The CES will be diverting its focus be improved?” age once reached up to the end of the interested Communication students. to the students’ learning experiences campus and even the area near Jollibee Communication alumnus and for- within their courses. This is opposed Cadena says that the change in the - La Salle Branch along B.S. Aquino “It was not the first time that CSU mer 2012-2013 Station Manager Allen text field is made, “so [that students Drive (around 350 meters away). She tried to revive it, even the [previous Lacson stated that Animo Radio has are] not actually emphasizing on also stressed that the signal coming CSU] president had been planning it served as a platform to practice what what the teacher should improve as a from the laboratory could not even go out but since I heard from him that they have learned throughout their person, but what she should improve past the other side of the Wester Build- there were technical problems, it is four years as Communication students; for [the students] to love the course.” ing before. better to appeal to the administration,” also citing that it has honed their ver- In the same memo, it was stated Larroder said. bal communication skills and boosted the CES “still includes items under Since the transmitter can no longer their creativity whenever they have to Teacher’s Personality”. be reverted back to its original state, Moreover, former College of Engi- create radio programs and segments. Orca suggested that it should be re- neering and Technology Dean Engr. Cadena has also expressed placed with a new one instead. Edgar Altajeros said that reviving “I didn't know that its operation has awareness to the fact that the Animo Radio depends on incoming been halted since 2015. I am sad be- instrument is not perfect, even However, she clarified that the policies, standards, and guidelines by cause they never get to experience how though she has received positive transmitter stationed in the Smart the Commission on Higher Education exciting it is to manage and operate a feedback and is open to revising the Laboratory remains functional for (CHED) since they cannot easily impose radio station. I hope that they can fix CES should the time come. the senior Electronics and Commu- the renewal without having the ap- it soon. Communication hand-in-hand nications Engineering (ECE) students, proval from CHED and if there is such a with ECE students will greatly benefit since their course relates to the usage requirement to put it up again. from this,” he concluded. of the utilities involved. Thus, there “For ECE [students], the incoming COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE BEATS when they triumphed over the other four colleges in this year’s Cookfest arranged at ICA lobby. BY JOSHUA L. MAHILUM musical, “Wicked.” “The important thing is that we enjoyed and still proudly Last September 25, representatives from the college sifted a The College of Engineering and Technology (CET) capped off the different bowl at “How Green Minded Are You? Level Up!”, a quiz months of September and October by hosting an environmental represented our college,” he added. bowl organized by the University Student Government (USG) talk and participating in various activities during the Lasallian Executive Branch together with the Department of Academic Week (L-Week) 2018. YU AN LOG COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Affairs at Mutien Marie Auditorium A. AND ACCOUNTANCY As part of the legacy project of this year's CET Council, “Orange Representatives Raphael Din Casim and Isabelle Viaje from for a Change”, a seminar about plastic pollution, was held at the BY IVEE E. MANGUILIMOTAN Nursing 1A came out as overall champions among the ten pairs of Moot Court last September 6. Lasallian freshmen who participated in the mentioned event. The Yu An Log - College of Business and Accountancy (YAL-CBA) Chemical and Materials Engineering students participated in started off September establishing and organizing the CBA Eagles, the Even before the festivities, BSN took it to themselves to reiterate the seminar wherein topics about the effects of non-biodegradable official marshal arm of YAL-CBA last September 1 at Beracah Campsite. that wellness involves both mind and body through the advocacies waste on the environment and the proper way of ecobricking were they carried out for the month of September. discussed. “With the goal of continuing the yellow legacy, the journey to greater heights was opened for its fourth batch, the CBA Eagles version 4.0 with An encouragement wall was raised at the Forum from September \"Saving the environment means saving the future generation,\" the theme: F.L.Y. – Forging the Leader in You,” explained YAL-CBA Vice 10 to 14 as part of the Suicide Prevention booth organized by the said CET Governor Nicole Kate Cireño. Governor Fredenic Chua. Nursing Student Government and the Guidance Evaluation Center. Additionally, CET also garnered various awards during the Yet according to YAL-CBA Governor Charlene Rio, not much A week later, BSN, along with the College of Medicine Student L-Week last September 24-28 including first runner-up titles in the activities were implemented for September due to time and financial Council, held a bloodletting activity at the same venue last Battle of the Bands and University Debate, second runner-up title in constraints. September 20. the Funny One More Time competition, and third runner-up during Manhattan: The Best of Broadway Musical competition. However, the college participated in the International Coastal COLLEGE OF EDUCATION Cleanup (ICC) in collaboration with the Balayan office last October 6. \"Success doesn’t always come with trophies and prizes; it comes BY KYNAH RHEA B. FUENTES when you feel a feeling of satisfaction, fulfilment and contentment,\" For Lasallian Week 2018, YAL-CBA reigned victorious amongst Cireño added. various competitions hosted last September 24 to 28. \"The College of Education (CEd) is always a fighter that never gives up. Despite our smaller population and [...] having limited resources, Furthermore, CET concluded the L-Week celebration with a gift- For four consecutive years, YAL-CBA has continued to dominate the we managed to prove that we can do more and emerge successful in giving activity in “Lasalle Gives Back” on the 28th of September stage during Battle of the Bands competition after their musical act, different events,\" stated CEd Governor Joemarie Ticar. wherein a total of 40 children enjoyed treats from the CET Council. Home of the Champions, placed first for this year’s event. Last September 24-27, CEd garnered several awards in various \"Let’s continue to bless the lives of others as we become a better The Yellow-Shielded Champions managed to roar their way through competitions during the 2018 Lasallian Week (L-Week) celebration. socially responsible Christian,\" Cireño ended. first place in Manhattan: Best of Broadway Stories with a The Lion King-esque production number along with several more awards such The college nabbed the second runner-up spot in the L-Week’s The CET Student Council now prepares for the implementation of as Best in Costume, Best in Scenic Design and Best in Choreography. culminating event, Manhattan: Best of Broadway Musicals their legacy project in the coming months. competition, with their Rock of Ages-inspired production number. “It was this collective effort that made CBA push through. In the COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES end, all the sacrifices done by everyone were worth it when our college Additionally, the Blue Dragons also won second runner-up for garnered so many awards, especially the overall champion of the the U-Challenge, first runner-up for the Cookfest, and was hailed as BY IDA SARENA M. GABAYA competition,” said performer Louis Tocoyo who played Simba. Champion for Funny One More Time. The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) gave their loudest roar as the Currently, YAL-CBA is holding various sports tryouts for the Meanwhile, Ticar commended the Alliance of Synergized first semester has reached its end. upcoming 2019 Animolympics. Secondary Teachers' Ragnarok: The End of the Worlds and the Young Educator's Society's Coraline in Wonderland booths for being Vice Governor Charisse Erinn Flores spearheaded the Lastly, Rio stated that for the month of October, the council will successful during the L-Week. implementation of CAS’ advocacy project, the Student Rights and use the time to plan and brainstorm ideas, projects and strategize for Welfare (STRAW), in partnership with Youth for Sustainable Change the second semester based on the college’s performance during the Furthermore, the Emerging Dragons held in its second year waves (YSC) Bacolod and Akbayan Youth, that was recently launched and previous semester. two and three of the Future Lasallian Educators Leadership Caravan attended by student leaders from various universities in the province last September 1 and 15 at the Fr. Gratian Murray Integrated School last October 20 at the Miguel Building. COLLEGE OF NURSING and Barangay Singcang Airport National High School (BSANHS). The month of September was the busiest for the CAS council, with BY CHAD MARTIN Z. NATIVIDAD With an aim to spread awareness to the students regarding their the celebration of the Lasallian Week (L-Week) 2018. rights and the laws beneficial for them, CEd conducted the waves one The College of Nursing proved that their expertise went beyond and two of its Human Rights Caravan last September 27 and October “The council officers were really busy with preparations for clinical tools as they dabbled with bowls and magic lamps during the 1 at the St. Joseph School-La Salle and Handumanan National High L-Week while coping up with our academics, especially with exams featured events of Lasallian Week 2018. School respectively. and thesis,” said CAS Governor Von Andre Cayao. Hosting the theme “Aladdin”, the College of Nursing (BSN) nabbed Moreover, the council organized its Project Medyas Advocacy, During the L-Week, CAS was declared champion in the U-Challenge second place in Manhattan: Best of Broadway Stories competition with a purpose of donating socks to those students who cannot afford held at the Br. Roly R. Dizon Sports Complex. held last September 27 at the Coliseum. to buy their own at BSANHS last September 8. Cayao stressed how the members of the CAS Council oversaw the Wearing bright, multi-colored garbs and veils, they brought the When asked about the council's future plans for the department, practices joined by the Green Lions in the duration of the L-Week and Arabian Nights into the Coliseum for the entire audience to spectate. Ticar said: \"Since the graduating batch will be having their internship also shared that the college struggled during the practices for their in different public and private schools in the city, the council is production number in Manhattan: Best of Broadway Stories. Earlier during that day, BSN students wore aprons as battle armor planning to maximize the potentials of our Froshies by giving them opportunity to organize outreaches.\" “We started late in practicing because we did not have a trainer,” stated Cayao. Aside from outreach activities, Ticar added that there will be tryouts for this academic year’s Animolympics soon. The college placed fourth in their recreation of the classic broadway THE OFFICIAL STUDENT MEDIA CORPS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ST. LA SALLE · USLS STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER, LA SALLE AVE., BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL 6100 · VOLUME 63 NUMBER 4 · SEPTEMBER TO OCTOBER 2018
SPORTS VOL. 63 NO. 4 | SEPT TO OCT 2018 facebook.com/thespectrumusls @thespectrum.usls @TheSpectrumUSLS LSHM spoils Rotaract three-peat bid by JOSHUA MARTIN P. GUANCO JOSHUA L. MAHILUM The Lasallian Society of Hospitality IRON CURTAIN. A Rotaract player defends the hoop from the advances of LSHM. —MILLEN ANDRE E.GELA Managers (LSHM) denied Rotaract Club-USLS of their third straight “I offer this trophy to our God The first exhibition game pitted 42-39. Shakey’s. U-League championship title, 83- Almighty, to my family, for their this year’s U-League All-Stars The second half of the game saw Subsequently, the faculty members 81, during the U-League Finals held unending support, motivation and against the visiting Team Shakey’s at the University Coliseum last guidance, to my team, the DMI, in a moderately-paced yet neck-and- a couple of lead changes as each of Team Mission and Development September 25. without your help I know I wouldn't neck battle at the hardcourt. team exchanged three-pointers and proved that age is just a number in be able to achieve this, and lastly to floaters with Shakey’s finishing their stellar performance against the With successive two-point and Dring, thank you for making me feel Team Shakey’s grabbed the first the third quarter with a slim 54- Yellow Thunders, commanding and three-point shots from Final’s MVP loved,” said Baylon. quarter, 16-11. However, the second 53 lead. Defensive plays, fastbreak eventually owning the whole game Allen Delagente, LSHM dominated unit of the All-Stars started the points, three-pointers, and hustle with their shots from beyond the arc Rotaract on the first quarter, 24-16. Meanwhile, the U-League All-Stars second quarter with a flurry of points efforts ignited the fourth quarter as and points in the paint. and Team Mission and Development in the paint, offensive rebounds, each team battled it out for the win. On the second quarter, Rotaract bested their adversaries in the second chance points, and hustle However, it was the All-Stars’ De The U-League and the subsequent managed to inch themselves out of afternoon exhibition games, 70-68 plays that eventually brought them Jesus that slithered his way to the exhibition games are hosted by the the deficit through the efforts of Sean and 74-64, respectively. closer to Team Shakey’s at halftime, hoop and clinched the W from Team University Student Government’s Weehansuh and Mario Gomugda, Department of Sports Affairs. making the scores 40-38. The third and fourth quarters became a bumper-to-bumper race for LSHM and Rotaract, with the scores being tied six times. Rotaract managed to recover and owned the third quarter with a one- point lead. However, LSHM sealed the fourth quarter, 83-81, capturing the tourney’s crown. “We didn’t expect to win as the champion because we know that [Rotaract team] are very skillful players. Our main goal is to play as a team and just enjoy the game,” exclaimed Delagente. Delagente shared that LSHM’s defeat last year served as their “motivation for doing their best this time”. Despite their loss, Rotaract remained positive in the situation. “Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. What’s important is that we did our best,” affirmed Rotaract Team Captain Mark Tabat. Additionally, Marketer’s Union, who also received the Most Supportive Club award, placed 2nd Runner-Up after defeating the Decision Makers Incorporated in the Battle for Third. Nathaniel Lobaton also bagged the Rookie of the Year award while Carl Benedict Baylon was hailed as this Season’s MVP. TIMEOUT Negrense boxer fights for a second Sibling Synergy chance at world title as can be: with a decision. It all began our craving to play and to play with by IDA SARENA M. GABAYA *SERVANIA during one school day in elementary dedication, we play not only just to (L-R) Ria and Riana Corteza when their friends encouraged them play, we play because we badly want Bacolod pride Genesis Servania PHOTO TAKEN FROM THE INTERNET to play a game of volleyball—they it. And for us, that’s what motivates proved to the entire boxing world NAME: Ria Priscilla Velez Corteza agreed. And that one decision has not and inspires us to keep going.” that he deserves another shot at a administered by referee Marcos & Rianna Grace Velez Corteza been anything less than life-changing world championship title when he Rosales, announcing Servania as the AGE: 19 years old for the two of them. Even though they enjoyed returned to the ring and outboxed victor via knockout with 2:15 left in SPORT: Football, Basketball, the multiple sports they played, Mexican Carlos Carlson at the the third round. Athletics, Volleyball According to them, they eventually managing their time for academics Oracle Arena in Oakland, California COURSE: COMT4-G learned to love not just the sport they was still a challenge they were last September 29. Per ESPN News, Servania’s played, but also the competitiveness always willing to face. They built manager, Naoyuki Kashimi, claims by LANCE CHRISTIAN M. JUAREZ and the camaraderie that came with a system for themselves: do school As mentioned in an online article that the Filipino boxer is willing to playing. Back then, winning or losing work efficiently and then have time from Panay News, Servania—who is face any fighter with a world title. From clutch moves to outplays, did not matter as much as the thrill to play. “Academics will always currently based in Nakazawa, Japan teamwork has always been a of the game. As they found pleasure come first, but sometimes we for his training—stated: “I trained Since suffering his first career loss constant driving force in the in one sport, they found pleasure in also need to sacrifice our time for hard for this fight and I’ll give all my in the hands of two-time Mexican realm of sports. Its presence has other sports throughout their years studying just to train for example, best. My opponent is a good fighter, Olympian Oscar Valdez last year, pulsated throughout overtimes, of schooling—taking up basketball, an upcoming tournament. But our I have respect for him.” Servania has won three consecutive tie-breakers, and of course, athletics, and their current main priority will always be studying.” bouts in the squared circle. eventual victory. But is teamwork sport: football. Considering they took interest in After months of serious training entirely a skill? For twins like Ria other sports as well, they developed and preparation, Servania was Priscilla Velez Corteza and Rianna When asked why football is their a sense of discipline from their time eager to put on a good fight against Grace Velez Corteza, teamwork is preferred sport, they said: “Football management as well. Carlson; knowing that a win from something inborn. has been our favorite because we find this match can be his ticket towards happiness in it—we’ve learned how It’s this concept of using his dream fight with the current Their journey towards being to love the game and we’ve gained happiness as not just something world title holder Isaac Dogboe. dedicated athletes did not start countless friendships through the to feel, but something to motivate with an inspiring story or some sport.” They took pride in the sport as what drives the twins to manage Servania boxed with intensity sort of calling—it started as simple it helped them cope with stress. “For their time well. “To the athletes that on the first rounds, as he kept the us, football is where we can release are struggling, always prioritize match heated, flooring Carlson our emotions and forget our problems something that you’re sure can with a sharp right hand counter. because whenever we play, we focus. bring you up,” they said. Most importantly, he showed off his And whenever we focus, we forget speed and power after knocking out outside things and we become happy, Everyone knows about the Carlson in the third round of their even just for a while.” teamwork between players in super bantamweight clash. the heat of the moment—but As time went on, they developed a we often forget that the sharp The Mexican was no longer able craving to play sports, and although coordination always starts with to rise again after the ten count this might seem to hinder their focus the self. Discipline, motivation, and on academic responsibility, they dedication to the craft influence our turned it into a source of motivation. performance in not just playing “We have a good mindset, to satisfy sports, but in anything we do.
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