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NWU Upholds 90th Commencement NEWS Exercises for Class of 2022 I Leyn S. Jornacion officially graduated. A baccalaureate you cannot overcome, and there S. Nicolas, University President, NWU produces record- high 45 mass and the hooding ceremony were is no barrier you cannot break. took the opportunity to provide an in- #BestBarEver Lawyers To walk upon the red carpet both accommodated before the main Hold close [to] the values that your depth introductory speech regarding equipped with the pride of event. grandparents, parents, pastors, and the honorable guest speaker for the NEWS having accomplished yet Dr. Chita A. Gonzales, Vice mentors instilled in you. Have the commencement exercise. another milestone is made known. President for Academic Affairs, gave courage and conviction to follow A Registered Nutritionist- Germany envoy visits NWU, Hard work has paved its way through her opening remarks with a warm your moral compass,” she stated. Dietitian (RND) and MBM inks partnership together the accumulated stress, sacrifices, welcome to those that attended the Prof. Cynthia C. Medrano, Nutripreneur, Ariestelo A. Asilo, and self-doubt within the years of event. She praised the parents for Acting University Registrar, provided an exquisite inspirational with GIZ, UKB being a college student. The day being outstanding sport to their introduced the deserving graduates speech emphasizing the fact that awaits with full anticipation despite children and also applauded the who are entitled to the academic nothing beats life experiences since EDITORIAL the trials faced by many; they have graduates for surviving the depths of honorees and loyalty awardees. we gain solely from them. To be born finally graduated with degrees and this pandemic, and transitioning into Twenty-five (25) recipients acquired into a not-so-fortunate family and to Hear, here! diplomas under their grasp, ready a technological realm. She believes academic honors, three (3) as Magna be a black sheep in society, Ariestelo for what the future beholds. The 90th that opportunities arise despite the Cum Laude, and the remaining 22 stated that he altered the flow of his FEATURE Commencement Exercises on July challenges bestowed upon them. were Cum Laude. Whereas only two story simply by dreaming big. 29, 2022, was held at the Centennial “There is no limit to your capacity (2) individuals were given a loyalty Come back to give back Arena, where a total of 821 students, [for] greatness, there is no obstacle award. Henceforth, Atty. Ferdinand TURN TO PAGE 06 all from different programs, have SPORTS ICIEERD- R1 hosts R&D Caravan, Return to Play: Black Panther prevails targets to produce more fundable research I Leyn S. Jornacion via the Zoom Video Conferencing app “With the challenges given rationale of the program. He stated with participants from the Philippine to us, our desire for new knowledge that the R&D Caravan capacitates As the need for research Council for Industry, Energy and must be included in order to help our the staff, researchers, and family blossoms throughout the Emerging Technology Research communities and our families. As we members to know about the R&D entirety of our society, and Development, PhilRice, and grow inspiration from yesterday’s and its concept and the phases on innovations keep flooding that seeks different institutions in Region 1. The inoculation, there is much work how to write and improve proposals to satisfy human needs. The Ilocos event aimed to facilitate a surge in that needs to be done,” he stated. that will align with the future of the Consortium for Industry, Energy, research projects and be in sync with He also gave awareness toward the country and as a society. and Emerging Technology Research innovations. agricultural crisis with hopes that The ICIEERD Manager, and Development (ICIEETRD) Atty. Ferdinand S. Nicolas, the proposals given will provide Engr. Carluz R. Bautista, presented strengthens its consortium with University President, extended enhancement to our society. the Philippine Council for Industry, the pilot institution, Northwestern his innate appraisal towards those Dr. Maricon Magbual- Energy and Emerging Technology University, through a caravan with that attended the said event. He Guillermo, Faculty Researcher, Research and Development the theme: Capacitating the Higher emphasized that this research provided a brief introduction of the (PCIEETRD) Priority Agenda. Education Institutions on Writing caravan specifically inspires more participants from different institutions He explained the funding of the Industry, Energy, and Emerging collaborative research not only as she extended her gratitude for their Research and Development (R&D) Technology Research Proposals at the from the State University Colleges presence. and its purpose upon the allocation NWU Accreditation Room on July 1, (SUCs), but also from Private High Engr. Samuel S. Franco, of funds. 2022. Simultaneously, it was aired Education Institutions. R&D Chair, indicated the sole TURN TO PAGE 04

2 HEADLINESFebruary 2022 - July 2022 UCRD, COBE invite UPLB Research Experts I Aaron Paul C. Urmeneta Prof. Raphael Ferrer, an Assistant A. Rosales, an anthropologist and Research, Community and Social the Philippines and with our new University Center for Professor and a resource speaker an advocate of Indigenous People’s Development and COBE Dean partner and collaborator, WU-P,” he Research and Development explained the nature and structure of rights and nature conservation, extended his closing remarks and concluded. (UCRD) and College of Qualitative Research. discussed the scientific and gratitude to the participants and During an interview, Prof. Business Education (COBE) of On day 2, Dr. Rufo Gil publication process in research speakers. Divine Grace S. Batenga, Assistant Northwestern University hosted a Z. Albor, an Assistant Professor at writing. He emphasized the essence “To my fellow Professor in WU-P, expressed her seminar on how to write publishable the College of Human Ecology and of reading and the difficulty in Northwesternians, the passion for appreciation to the said seminar. She research on July 1-2, 2022 held at Graduate School and a member of publishing the output. “Read, research is something that we should extended that it was very fruitful the institution’s International House. Ethics Review Board of UPLB, proofread and read for the substance develop. We would like to be the and satisfying because the resource Faculties from NWU and Wesleyan focused on the ethical consideration of your paper. “It is easy to write but pioneer of the research culture and speakers came from different University- Philippines (WU-P) in writing a research paper. “Basically it is difficult to publish. Always think research productivity. I’m very fields. “The questions being raised attended the said session. our goal is to make the researcher and of the retraction possibility of your thankful for the delegates from were profoundly answered,” she Prof. Prince Kennex Adama, researches responsible. Research is a paper,” he said. UPLB, you just don’t know how highlighted. a Professor of the Department of public trust,” he pointed out. After the forum, Dr. Eric honored we are that we collaborated Director Greg Paliwen, Social Sciences at the University of Moreover, Dr. Christian S. Parilla, NWU Vice President for with the premier university in Director of UPLB Office of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), Institutional Development in Higher pointed out tips for planning and Education, also shared his perception writing research papers. Prof. Julie on the importance of the event. Aiza Mandap, Assistant Professor “Basically this will enhance of Plant Pathology at the Institute the collaboration between the UPLB, of Weed Science, Entomology, and WU-P and at the same time NWU. Plant Pathology also shared her ideas I hope that it will bring much fruit on how to construct quantitative in terms of publication, in terms of research. research that will be published to our “The discussion should be journals. This is also a fellowship analytic, logical, and comprehensive. between the faculty members, the These are the important thing in experts from UPLB, Wesleyan, writing; Coherence, Consistency, and and NWU. It’s all about the story Credibility,” Prof. Mandap stated. of collaboration, creativity, and The last speaker on the first day, friendship,” he said. NWU Maritime studs put life first through blood donation drive I Ziantal Samantha B. Lorenzo to do voluntary service, especially in this time of the pandemic,” said Northwestern University Dir. Maria C. Ang, Chairman of the through the College of Philippine Red Cross Laoag City- Maritime Ilocos Norte Chapter. Education Dir. Ang also added, “This is the assistant of effort moving (COME) participated in the and hoping for a better community through the efforts of voluntary celebration of the 75th Anniversary workers. So, I hope the young will learn from the old that we cannot be of The Philippine Red Cross on April any better if we do not all become one and join together in promoting our 23, 2022, at the Robinsons Place humanitarian needs so that we can be better and stronger as Ilocanos.” Ilocos. In joining the celebration, the COME students took part in the “The Philippine Red blood donation drive. and brotherhood, and maybe that’s of COME. to donate, I will definitely do it again “In our department, there the reason why they are (cadets) “At first, I was really because I know that is already my way Cross is the center hub of voluntary are things we call unity, camaraderie, present here today. And the cadets nervous since this is only my first to help others,” Dheniel Sambrana, who have joined this event surely time, but now, I feel happy and 1st-year student of COME, added. service, here, we don’t talk have the will and they just really relieved since I know that in my “I donated because I know want to help everyone who needs simple action of donating, I can help that it is my simple way of showing only about voluntary action and help. And as an officer, I can really and save someone,” said Zei Carl how I care for other people. I donated see their will to help since this is their Tandoc, 1st-year student of COME. because I can, I want to help, and I service. Here, we actually let them act of showing their voluntariness,” “This is my first time and if want to save,” John Joe Balanay Jr., a said Patricia Galban, n2 Intelligence there will be again a time or a chance 2nd-year student of COME stated. [students] participate and enjoy the fulfilling part of doing service to all people without remuneration and expectation of reward, and this is the time that we should all be united now E-Kumustahan Ep7 Session 2 highlights Gender-Related Laws There are three gender- Public Attorney’s Office of Laoag online, workplaces, and educational actually be the fundamentals of being I Erika Winslet S. Corpuz related laws as a result of a City, discussed RA 7610, Special or training institutions, providing human. successful and tireless campaign for Protection of Children Against protective measures and prescribing “Hinihikayat ko kayong In collaboration with the gender equality and development. Abuse, and Cruelty. Exploitation and penalties. lahat na mas alamin pa ang mga batas Northwestern University (NWU) The Republic Act (RA) 9262, also Discrimination. “Magastos ang mambastos na ito. Mag reflect at isapuso ang mga Gender and Development Focal known as the Anti-Violence against “The reason why this kasi bukod sa you will be fined, and natutunan sa webinar na ito. Kung System and other university offices, Women and their Children Act, RA law was enacted, [is] because the then you will be imprisoned also.” pwede rin ay maging mas aktibo sa the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) 7610: Special Protection of Children congress recognizes that children are said Dr. Garcia pag correct sa mga maling gawain ng conducted its seventh episode of the Against Abuse, Cruelty, Exploitation, one of the most vulnerable sectors “As students, we should ibang tao upang tuluyan ng maiwasan E-kamustahan 3.0: Standing Strong and Discrimination, and RA 11313, of the government or community. be the voice, we should keep on at mawakasan ang pambabastos, Amidst the Pandemic in celebration known as the Safe Space Act. The government needs to [enclose] promoting and spreading awareness pang iinsulto, at pangaabuso.” Said of the 2022 International Women’s Atty. Jasmine A. Balucio measures to protect them, that is so both children, women and Ms. Stephanie P. Valiente, Officer- Month via Zoom Video Conferencing made the discussion regarding RA the very reason why and to protect other gender or other sexes can be in-Charge of the Guidance Center, in App on March 23, 2022. The said 9262 interactive as she presented those children from neglect, and protected. In that way we can live her closing remark. event had “We Make Change Work cases that identify the form of abuse exploitation, and other types of harmoniously.” said Mr. David Being knowledgeable of For Women” as the theme. or violence against women and their abused,” said by Atty. Tindoc. Joshua Funtilla, a 4th-year BS- your rights and others’ can help the The main topic of the said children, as well as who is liable for R.A. 11313, also known as Psychology student, as he shared his world become a better place for webinar was gender-related laws the violation and who is protected by the Safe Spaces Act was discussed reflection on the topics. everyone. So, begin to learn, embody, regarding children and how they this act. by Dr. Gerardo S. Garcia, which Mr. Rashed Daniel Reyes and teach for a harmonious and should be protected against neglect, Atty. Michael Noblie A. defines gender-based sexual asserted that respect, care, decency, violence-free society. abuse, and discrimination. Tindoc, Public Attorney II of the harassment in streets, public spaces, and different kinds of love should

February 2022 - July 2022 3 HEADLINES PGIN- INYDO Sirib Awards 2022 recognizes Northwesternians achievers I Jezreel Larry R. Caunca achievement during the December 2021 have given pride to the province by Criminologist Licensure Examination, receiving recognition at both national Northwestern University wherein he achieved 9th place. and international levels. For the International Events Gov. Matthew J. Marcos (NWU) organizations and Individual Category, Clark Justine Manotoc, Vice Gov. Cecillia Araneta- Galiza, a BS Architecture IV student, Marcos, Senior Provincial Board students were recognized achieved 1st Place while Daphney Member Hon. Medeldorf Gaoat, and Tabigne, a BS Nursing I student, SK Federated of Ilocos Norte Hon. during the Sirib Awards 2022 organized garnered 3rd place. Under the National Rafael Salvador Chua Medina attended Individual Category, Russel Joy the said event. by the Provincial Government of Ilocos Pascua, a BS Architecture IV student, “We dedicate this award to achieved 1st place; Pamela Tadeja, all Northwesternians who continue to Norte through the Ilocos Norte Youth a BA English Language III student, support the initiatives and publications garnered 2nd place; and Zenith Kin P. of The Review. We will not reach this Development Office (INYDO) on Agcaoili, a BS Psychology IV student, point without their support and the attained 3rd place. Prof. Joan Jesusa teamwork of the Editorial Board and March 31, 2022, at Robinsons Place B. Velasco, The Review Adviser, was Staff. Rest assured that The Review also awarded for being the coach of the will continue to serve as the voice of Ilocos. Individual Events Category winners the students and advance the students’ from NWU. rights amidst all the challenges we are The Review, the official The said event was organized facing right now,” said Jezreel Larry R. to recognize the Ilokano Youth, who Caunca. student publication of Northwestern University, garnered 1st place under the National Group Category, while Supreme Student Council received a Special Award and Recognition. Daniel Joshua Sarabia, an Alumnus of NWU, received a topnotcher award for his NWU produces record-high 45 #BestBarEver Lawyers I Aaron Paul C. Urmeneta said that when we see injustice, we opportunity in hurdling the most in your career you will see something fear not for the Lord is with you. need to speak. Dissent and denounce difficult government examination. wrong, raise your voice against it. When corruption lurks, melt it with Northwestern University’s it. To be a law student needs a lot Thanks to the 2020-2021 BBE,” he Do not be complacent. Denounce it. the brightness and warmth of your College of Law produces a focus, perseverance and faith, most said. In the midst of injustice fight it and honesty.” record-high of 45 lawyers especially working students just like He also gave advice to those in the 2020/21 Bar Examinations on me. There will be time to fall. You law students struggling for their February 4-6, 2022. The results were will cry but then continue fighting,” dreams. released on April 11, 2022. he said. “To those wishing to be a “Until now, it hasn’t sunk in. Moreover, Atty. Gerardo member of the legal profession, please Joyous and at the same sad. We are a S. Garcia, one of the newly passed make it a point to have perseverance group of 4 but only 3 of us passed. lawyer expressed his thoughts about in reading thick law books, plenty of Most of the time, I cry because the 2020-2021 Bar examinations. case digests to do, wise use of time it’s over but the crying gets worse “The institutionalization of the and the determination to reach that because one of our friends didn’t digitalized bar examination made the much coveted profession,” he stated. make it,” Atty. Alfonso Jeziel M. De taking of the bar examinations fair. Lastly, Atty. Manuel Los Reyes said. No more worry on the problem of Aurelio, College of Law Dean and Atty. De Los Reyes not so good handwriting and plenty Retired Prosecutor congratulated reminded everyone especially to of erasures as these can be easily all of the bar passers saying, “I am the law students to be determined remedied with the new system. I mighty proud of you! Keep our enough to achieve their goals. “Know realized that I have the knowledge flag flying high. You believed in first the reason why you need to of the law and can articulate it but yourselves and I, too, believed in you. pursue law. We need to grasp the real was not able to do it during my few And you succeeded. Now as a lawyer, essence of the profession. As the dean attempts because of handwriting Champion the rights of the poor and problem. Now, everyone has an equal strengthen their faith in justice. When CCJE signs MOU with HAU, eyes further student development I Charisse Sophia A. Raquinio The College of Criminal investigate collaboration areas to strengthen the operations of the Justice Education (CCJE) improve the universities’ various had a partnership with the advocacy, projects, and programs, college in the delivery of its Holy Angel University’s College including continuous professional of Criminal Justice Education and development, community projects, criminology program and provide Forensics. The virtual signing of and business education. The said the Memorandum of Understanding agreement also offers students a wider opportunity for faculty and (MOU) was held on February 16, developmental activities like national 2022. or international academic forums and [student] development. This would The objective of the MOU is competitions and provides student to assist the parties in strengthening participants from their institutions. greatly help in the realization of their collaboration, notably in Also, the two universities research, education, training, and other will work jointly to stage a variety of college and university vision and related disciplines as mutually agreed research activities, including but not upon by the parties. Furthermore, the limited to webinars, seminars, future mission and objectives. As to events, MOU has the following terms and training, and workshops, to achieve conditions. The participants should their shared and organizational goals. we have various plans, like the “Our partnership would hosting of educational webinars and research congress[es], and many more. We will also look forward to their assistance in coming up with a new program for our college on Bachelor of Science in Forensic which they already have,” said Dr. Jonah B. Badua, Dean of the CCJE.

4 HEADLINESFebruary 2022 - July 2022 COBE notches 100% passing NWM celeb features Women’s rate in April 2022 CHRA Exam Pandemic Stories I Erika Winslet S. Corpuz Tolentino, all first-time takers. And NWU helps me be what I am I Britanny Lei Maquiraya learn[ed] to value the money,” she “As a first taker, I get my today, especially to my instructors said. The College of Business motivation from my family because who guide me to mold my talent and The Office of the Student “We have grown [up] in Education (COBE) of they have been on my side supporting enhance my knowledge,” said Joshua Affairs, together with the a time when we can freely express Northwestern University me and pushing me to take the exam Bry P. Agag as he acknowledged Northwestern University ourselves. We can freely be ourselves. has recorded a 100% passing rate because they believe I can do it and NWU’s role in their achievement. Gender and Development Focal We can choose what things to do on April 23, 2022, during the can pass the examination,” said “We were very proud since System, the Guidance Center, the and what profession,” Prof. Dancel- Certified Human Resource Associate Jahnise Julian Tamayo. this is the first time NWU students College of Arts and Sciences, the Matias said as she shared the second (CHRA) Assessment Examination “It will not be easy on your way there, took the challenge. Actually, the Vedasto J. Samonte School of topic regarding Coping Practices: Life administered by the Human Resource but just do it! It’s not how bad you three made me proud again because Graduate Studies, and the College Changes. Educators’ Association of the want the title, but it is about how you they were the ones who won the of Teacher Education, conducted “Women are not just Philippines, Inc. (HREAP). are willing to work for it,” Myrafel best presentation in an international E-Kumustahan 3.0 – Episode 7, via empowered in terms of who they are NWU achieves a 100% Tolentino added. research conference,” Dr. Eric Parilla, Facebook Live on March 18, 2022. in a society of gaining respect more in passing rate above the overall “Thank you for giving me COBE Dean and Vice President for The event is in line with society. We have come to that status passing rate of 88.93%. The three the chance to continue my studies. Research, Community Extension, and the celebration of National Women’s because we have felt the support of (3) NWU passers are Joshua Bry P. Natigil ako sa pag aaral for 2 to years Integrated Agriculture Development, Month with the theme, “We Make the government by enacting laws,” Agag, Jahnise Tamayo, and Myrafel because of online/computer games. stated. Change, Work for Women.” Atty. Parel articulated. The program was The third topic, “Coping NWU commends Newly-licensed spearheaded by Prof. Agustina Practices of Families during the Criminologist through Testimonial program Matias-Dancel, Acting Dean of the Pandemic,” was shared by Mrs. OSA, and Prof. Shiela Navasca, Santos. She shared their coping I Jezreel Larry R. Caunca licensure examination including Mr. “I am just an instrument of Physical Therapy Department Head, practices as a family during the Daniel Joshua Sarabia who achieved God. God’s will, God’s power, God’s together with three guests: Mrs. pandemic: they were able to form a The College of Criminal the 9th place with a rating of 88.60%. grace; I am nothing, honor, and glory Darlene Mae Bayam, an entrepreneur choir, attend masses every Sunday, Justice Education (CCJE) NWU has garnered an overall passing belong to Him,” Mr. Sarabia said as and wife of Brgy. Buttong Chairman and do clean-up drives once a week. of Northwestern University rate of 43.12% which is above the he reminds everyone of his journey Jessie James Bonoan; Atty. “We’re able to develop (NWU) organized a Testimonial national passing rating of 34.19%. towards being a topnotcher. Elizabeth Janapin-Parel, a lawyer; relationship within the community. Program for the December 2021 “I do continue to hope that “Do not fail to look back and Mrs. Mary Ann Santos, also an Nakita nila yung other side na hindi Criminologist Licensure Exam all the values that you have learned to the experience with immense entrepreneur. lang sila sa City lumaki,” said Mrs. 2021 Passers on April 8, 2022, at here in the university: values of gratitude to God, your family, and The first topic on the talk Santos. NWU International House and via hard work, integrity, honesty and the rest of the people who have show was “Women: Life Stories “But I got to learn and Zoom Videoconferencing App. transparency, selfless service for been vital to your success,” Dr. Amid the Pandemic.” to know more about them, and I It was attended by the university our fellow Filipinos may continue Chita A. Gonzales, Vice President “The struggle is more on the understood that mental health issues administrators, CCJE faculty in your professional lives. May you for Academic Affairs stated in her situation of Buttong, where Kapitan are really a must that parents should members, and students. serve as an inspiration for the rest congratulatory message. Jessie James Bonoan and I accepted address during this pandemic,” said “To the new criminologists, of our students as they will also Intermission numbers and that I am the mother of Buttong. Atty. Parel as she shared her coping your effort in the board examination have their time to take the licensure greetings were presented by the The struggle there is how to restore practices. is highly appreciated because you exam and hopefully we will continue selected CCJE students. Also, the the dignity of the people of Buttong “A woman is extraordinary have shown resiliency towards your reap a harvest of topnotchers,” Atty. university administrators presented a because many [have lost] their jobs. if she is self-empowered, because if future despite the pandemic,” said Ferdinand S. Nicolas, University certificate of recognition to the board So dignity in a sense that when you you are self-empowered woman, you Dr. Jonah Badua, CCJE Dean during President, stated in his inspirational passers. lose [a] job, you [also lose] your self- have the ability to promote women’s her welcome remarks. message. To formally close the worth,” said Mrs. Bayam. sense of self-worth. You try to value Prof. Jerry A. Dela Cruz, Mr. Daniel Joshua Sarabia event, CCJE Student Organization They also came up with a their opinion of others, you let them CCJE Department Head presented delivered a testimonial speech during President, Romeo Reillo Jr. delivered feeding program that was headed by feel that they are strong. You value the 47 students who passed the said the event. a closing message. Mrs. Bayam, and they also provided their opinion so that they will not be free Wi-Fi for the students and food afraid to speak up for themselves, to Contonuation, Page 1 Regional Director, followed the duly discussed by Dr. Eric Parilla for the frontliners. fight for what is right,” Mrs. Bayam ICIEERD- R1 host R&D Caravan, discussion with the ICIEERD with an 8-point research agenda “Balancing work, parenting, stated as she empowers the viewers. targets to produce more Priority Agenda. He emphasized which further seeks development. and being a wife [has become] “A woman chose strength, fundable research the food innovation center/hub that He also presented the achievements more stressful. It’s also difficult to even under difficult circumstances. stands as an area suitable for training made within the College of Business work at home and, at the same time, Compassion, no one chooses it better ...Engr. Bautista also emphasized and running short business proposals. Education (COBE) that may solely take care of the needs of your kids than extraordinary women. Patience, the disparity of the country and Dr. Ganal also has high hopes of intertwine with the scientific realm because, while you’re working, you resilience, perseverance, we walk promoted the Sciences for Change being able to establish an Innovation of the projects proposed by the R&D are constantly distracted by the needs the extra mile, and it does not matter programs. Displaying the DOST Center here at NWU in an area with Caravan. of your children. I have more become how long it takes, we can do that. 2024 call for proposals as to which expertise, knowing that research Mr. Ruel I. Pili, the resilient as a mother because of the Unconditional love, we love until it of the 204 proposals given, only 49 proposals acquire the capabilities of Regional Consortia Project Manager, struggles we are all facing. I am hurts and even it hurts beyond what were accepted. enhancing products to their fullest presented the Capability Building struggling as a parent, and I have to we can bear. We can care. We can Dr. Armando Q. Ganal, extent. Program 2nd Call for Proposals as to understand that they have struggles give care, even more than you asked the Co-Chair and ICIEERD DOST NWU’s R&D Plans were which he stands to hone and promote on their own,” Atty. Parel said. for. We’re very diligent creative and Mrs. Santos also told the innovative, we find ways,” Atty. Parel story of her life as a mother during quoted. pandemic. “I sell different foods The NWM celebration because that is my coping mechanism of NWU is composed of five (5) to keep moving. My children were programs that will last until the end of involved in business and they the month. future researchers to fill the slots for the R&D Caravan has tickled your minds, especially the minds from their chance to apply and be able to the different SUCs, to also try their imagination of getting their R&D publish their innate innovations. proposal submitted to the industry for funding. Funds are available, but we Furthermore, research need good proposals,” stated by Dr. Armando Q. Ganal, who concluded proposals of Engr. Rolly Ramos, whilst also extending his gratitude to those that came and participated in Engr. Lloyd Delaraga, and Engr. the program. Glorina Curammeng were also displayed to the ICIEED R&D Caravan. It attained suggestions that could potentially stand as a guide in improving their proposals. “I hope

February 2022 - July 2022 5 HEADLINES SSC Elections 2022 ends Sole Party Chain I Frances Kyle T. Lapitan appreciation for the students who that people have for me. I am thrilled community. Aside from that, I am for the election or running for the trusted and voted for them. to collaborate with my newly chosen excited to serve the students together election, and now that I’m the chair, Northwestern University, “I’m still in awe, despite SSC officers and would be happy to with my fellow SSC officers. The who is very glad that we’ve managed through the Election having a lot to deal with the past offer ideas for improving the student students will expect transparency, to encourage another party to run. So Committee headed by Atty. few days. So far, we managed to body. I’m eager to help my fellow sustainability, and excellence for the this is something that is again, a great John Paul Castro, proclaimed the convince the students through giving students. Student to student, for the student council of Academic Year achievement not only for the whole upcoming Supreme Student Council them action plans and platforms that students, for Northwesternians,” Ms. 2022-2023,” he mentioned. university but for the EleCom as for the upcoming Academic Year are achievable in a way that everyone Sebastian said. Furthermore,Atty. John Paul well. That shows that the students of 2022-2023 at the poll headquarters will feel that it’s really our joy and Moreover, Mr. Jezreel Castro, EleCom Chairperson shared Northwestern University are not only on July 21, 2022. pride to serve the Northwesternians,” Larry Caunca, elected SSC President his thoughts about being able to hold mindful of their choices in politics The newly elected student Ramones stated. expressed his gratitude to the a no-more-solo party election. “As, but also mindful of their choices of leaders are Jezreel Larry Caunca, Sebastian also extended her students. “As the newly-elected again, we’ve had, even in our batch student leaders who will represent President-elect; Lyka Jessica excitement to serve the student body. SSC President, I feel grateful for the I feel very happy. Even before, there them and the entire studentry here in Ramones, Vice President Internal “I feel challenged by the expectations support given to me by the NWU was just a sole party who is running Northwestern University,” he stated. -elect; Nuelina Mhae Sebastian, Vice Atty. Castro highlighted President External- elect, Miles Faith that he was glad for the end of the Gift Quemquem, Secretary-elect; continuous running of “only a sole Jerden Wael Urbano, Sub Secretary- party” for the elections. He hoped elect; Lady Heart Bulanday, that it will continue for millenniums. Treasurer-elect; Esterlyn Agcaoili, Prior to the event, Sub Treasurer-elect; Jonard Calano, the candidates from the For Business Manager-elect; Ivan Manuel Northwesternians Party and Flash Santos, Auditor-elect; Stephanie Party presented their platforms for Bonilla, Public Information Officer the upcoming academic year during Internal-elect; Gay Antonnette the Miting de Avance held on July 19, Tabones, PIO External-elect; Neriza 2022, via Facebook Live. Mariano, Athletic Manager-elect; Jan The Election Committee Mark Acoba, Athletic Manager-elect; was led by Atty. John Paul Castro Rose Tolentino, Provost Marshal- together with Prof. Myra Michelle elect; John Morpheus Magallanes, Guzman as the Co-Chair, and Provost Marshal-elect. members, Mrs. Mildred Ramos, During an interview, Ms. Mrs. Michelle Domingo, Ms. Jesusa Lyka Jessica Ramones, elected SSC Candaroma, Ms. Pamela Tadeja, Dir. Vice President Internal, and Ms. Christopher Ching Viloria, and Prof. Nuelina Sebastian, elected SSC Jon Oscar Lois Rodas. Vice President External voiced their Germany envoy visits NWU, inks partnership together with GIZ, UKB I Kristene Claire O. Lazo Prof. Gregoria Najorda, the Head of makes us so proud and privileged, the whole world can be thankful to grow. To see other countries and we pray that this relationship and grateful for you Filipino nurses grow in their professional careers Northwestern University the department, Prof. Charliemane will prosper. And hopefully not only working all over the world,” said and to develop global skills, skills (NWU) marks another for the nursing program but for all of Dirk Roggendorf, the Head Nurse of that are required globally not only milestone as their Bullalayao, the clinical instructors, the allied health programs of NWU,” UKB. here in the Philippines, not only in global partnership with Deutsche said Prof. Najorda. The second day of their Germany and Europe,” said Amb. Gesellschaft für Internationale and the nursing students who took Margarete Post, Head of partnership visit includes the signing Anke Reiffenstuel, the Ambassador Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and Global Skills Partnership, GIZ- of the deeds of donation as well as of Germany in the Philippines. Universitäts Klinikumbonn (UKB) part in this partnership. International Services, said, “We the ribbon cutting of the German It was an amazing and is taken to the next level. GIZ and are very glad that we are now able set-up Nursing Skills Laboratory. historical event to have witnessed UKB representatives came to visit Prof. Charliemane to be here after all the pandemic The university officials, which the ribbon cutting of the German the university and their affiliated situation… What is in today, the include the University President, set up Nursing Skills laboratory led hospitals. They had the signing of Bullalayao stated, “This simple global skills partnership will try to Atty. Ferdinand S. Nicolas; the Vice by Amb. Anke Reiffenstuel and the deeds of donation ceremony and the represent this, and we feel that this is President for Academic Affairs; Dr. University president. official opening and ribbon cutting program aims to strengthen our the core information and [the] core of Chita A. Gonzales; the Vice President Immanuel Gebhart, the of the German set-up Nursing Skills everything that we are doing. for Finance, Prof. Josephine Bolusan; country director of GIZ Asia and Laboratory on April 3 – 4, 2022. global partnership project for our “Finally, now, we made it; and Prof. Karl Lenin Benigno, Pacific, Commission on Higher On April 3, it was the we are here to start what we have Vice President for Administration, Education Representatives, Dr. Ben exchange with project participants nursing students. Today we shall already started before. Once again, were there to welcome the German Makatangay and Mr. JP dela Cruz, at the NWU campus. The said the pandemic situation shows us dignitaries. and the GIZ and UKB representative, program was attended by the GIZ witness the exchange of project in Germany, and I think all of the “It’s about to bring which includes Margarete Post, Dirk and UKB representatives, Berlitz, the world, how important good nursing, people together. To provide a good Roggendorf, and Malte Bosse was language providers, the Dean of the participants and equipping of the teaching, and learning is… I think opportunity, to expand their horizon also there for the ribbon-cutting. College of Allied Health Sciences, nursing arts laboratory in cooperation with the GIZ and UKB… their support is invaluable, especially to Northwestern University. Vielen Dank!” “Giving all the support for the program, the faculty members, and the students, truly you are [a] blessing and [an] inspiration for health care professionals…Sharing your resources, talents, skills, and culture

6 HEADLINESFebruary 2022 - July 2022 COBEst receives two Int’l Research Conference Awards I Kate Corine R. Buduan The College of Business received the Best Presentation employees’ motivation, which is one our co-presenters are excellent would question us and respond Education (COBE) students Awards in the management track. factor that drives a person to increase presenters, are extremely responsive, to them. However, it was a great received two Best Presentation The research titled tasks and performance; moreover, and are all professionals. We are experience with great learning,” Awards during the International “Effects of Internet Marketing on the study showed that employees only students and inexperienced Grachiel added. Conference on Multidisciplinary the Consumer Buying Behavior at Northwestern University were participants, particularly at an Danielle Castillo Basilio Research on Sustainability of Food Business,” presented by motivated inherently, whenever international conference. However, said, “It was a great opportunity Innovation (ICMRSI), organized by Grachiel Domingo Ancheta, Patrick independence while working was as a student from Northwestern to be able to participate/attend Universitas Persada Indonesia Y.A.I Ian Pascual Alonzo, Jessie Amiel present. University in the Philippines, it an international conference, and Research Synergy Foundation Roldan, Danielle Castillo Basilio, During the second day of is our time to showcase what we especially since we got the award (RSF), held on February 14-15, and John Davidson Aranda. ICMRSI, their mentors and advisers have been working hard for, and we as best presenters, which was quite 2022, via Facebook Live and Zoom “Our research focuses on are Dr. Eric C. Parilla, COBE Dean must embrace the opportunity,” said unexpected, and we feel blessed Videoconferencing App. the impact of internet marketing and Vice President for Research, Grachiel D. Ancheta. with this award. The international The conference aspires on consumer purchasing behavior, Community Extension, and “In other words, we give it conference allows us to meet new to promote a global forum for particularly in the food industry. Integrated Agriculture Development our all when it comes to presenting people from different countries and exchanging and sharing ideas and In today’s environment, it is a (RCEIAD); and Prof. Marc Edward our research and responding to every learn from each other. The virtual research.Also, to extend collaboration study to see if online marketing Abadilla, Officer-In-Charge of question, and we are grateful that event was successful because it was in the field of research ecosystems is truly attracting customers using BSBA and Accountancy Department, our dean is also there to guide and well-organized.” and networks. There are 81 research the Attention, Interest, Desire, and presented a research paper titled, support us during the conference. According to Joshua Bry studies in several tracks from 13 Action (AIDA) Model. According Impacts of Covid-19 to Micro, Small Fortunately, out of the six presenters Agag, they submitted the abstract different countries that participated to our research, there is a significant and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the breakout area, they recognized of their paper, they did not expect in the said event, namely: Indonesia. relationship between internet Supply Chain, and Business our efforts and chose our presentation that their research paper would be Philippines, Malaysia, Yemen, marketing and consumer buying Operations in Ilocos Norte. The study as the best,” she expressed. accepted. Aside from that, they did Morocco, Mongolia, Pakistan, behavior,” said Grachiel Domingo was about determining the impact of “It is a huge opportunity not expect to get the award because Thailand, Nigeria. Oman, Myanmar, Ancheta. the pandemic on the Ilocos Norte for us, as well as a fantastic learning they were the only students on their Bangladesh, Azerbaijan, Egypt, Furthermore, the research supply chain and MSMEs operations experience. As the conference was track. They were ecstatic when they Afghanistan, China, and India. titled “Level of Motivation of to give insights and concepts for around the corner, we were stressed saw their names flashing on the The two groups of Northwestern Employees,” presented building stability through improved and nervous, presenting at an screen, saying they got the reward for researchers from COBE presented by Joshua Bry Peralta Agag, Myrafel visibility and responsiveness. international conference. Because being the best presenter. their study and defended it Tolentino, and Jahnise Tamayo. “My team did not expect the participants were from various successfully. During the first day of It focuses on understanding the any accolades because several of nations, we considered how they ICMRSI, Joshua Bry Peralta Agag, a fourth-year student taking up a Bachelor in Science in Business Administration, Major in Human Resource Management, received the Best Presentation Awards in the human resources track. On the other hand, Grachiel Domingo Ancheta, a fourth-year student taking up a Bachelor of Business Administration, Major in Marketing Management, CEAT conducts Research Webinar, emphasizes Innovation I Aaron Paul C. Urmeneta imagination, which ended [in] were the presenters. stated in their study that it focuses “Conducting research is not technological innovations,” Ar. Engr. Noralyn S. Narciso on designing and using appropriate just important, it’s imperative,” Engr. On March 25, 2022, the Arcangel said. discussed her research titled, materials to fabricate a root crop Ramos added. Northwestern University The opening remarks was “Arduino-Based Solar Power pulverizer. “The purpose of this study To close the event, Engr. College of Engineering, followed by the introduction of the Charger.” According to her study, was to minimize the effort of local Lloyd Delaraga, Head of the Architecture, and Technology presenters by Rexmith Pugyao, the research aims to be a great help producers of cassava cake through Mechanical Engineering Department, (CEAT) hosted a public virtual College of Engineering, Architecture, to travelers, who travel where no providing a cassava pulverizer. The gave his closing remarks and seminar centered on research and Technology Student Organization electricity is provided. Their mobile main objective was to grind root extended his appreciation to the presentations toward innovations (CEATSO) President. phones can be charged through the crops into smaller pieces to minimize presenters. using the Zoom Videoconferencing Engr. Noralyn S. Narciso, device innovated in the research. time effort in processing,” they said. “They should continue on App. Computer Engineering Alumna; and “The Arduino-Based Solar Engr. Rolly C. Ramos, Dean thinking more innovative ideas and Ar. Analiza A. Arcangel Mr. Ian Dave R. Agmata, Mr. Vincent Power Charger employs solar energy of the CEAT, delivers his inspirational apply them to develop machines or delivered her opening remarks, F. Alejandro, Mr. Jerico Antonio, to supply electricity to [a] device or message after the presentation of the gadgets to lessen specific tasks. I presenting the research and stating Mr. Justin G. Baraoidan, Mr. Bhyron charge batteries,” she said. research and followed by the open hope the students are encouraged the importance of research for John V. Cimatu, Mr. Christian James The group of Mr. Ian Dave forum. to do more creative and innovative innovation. T. Doropan, Mr. Joshua J. Frez, Mr. R. Agmata presented their research “Being a researcher requires works now and will become their “These researches are the Christian Jake T. Inocelda, and Mr. titled “Design, Fabrication, and dedication, hard work, and more than way of life,” Engr. Delaraga stated. product of our presenters’ creative Dave Fenny S. Simon, fourth-year Evaluation of a Low-Cost Small a little inspiration,” Engr. Ramos students of Mechanical Engineering Scale Root Crop Pulverizer.” It is said. Continuation, Page 1 your destiny,” he stated. Mr. Asilo of Engineering, Architecture & was the comeback that he perceived back what they can contribute to the also added that at times, we witness Technology; 92 from the College as the essence of destiny, love, and society and to embody themselves as NWU Upholds the 90th people who rejoice once they see us of Allied Health Sciences; 27 from purpose. He acknowledged his fellow CHAMPS of NWU. “Bakit nga ba Commencement Exercises trip and fall. But through consistent the College of Arts and Sciences; graduates of the silent battles they tayo bumabalik? Destiny, love, and for Class 2022 perseverance and prayers, those 236 from the College of Business had all have fought through alone, purpose. It is our destiny to return negative feelings will never define Education; 30 from the College with dreams as the driving force and chase our dreams. It is love that ... He mentioned that throughout our our entity. of Teacher Education; 104 from against the odds of this pandemic. brought us here. It is purpose that lifetime we have two seasons. Where, Dr. Chita A. Gonzales then the College of Criminal Justice The affection and sacrifices of parents will give meaning to everything. if at this point we may be struggling, proceeded to the petition for the Education and lastly; and 214 from were praised, seemingly so that they Remember that the goodness that we maybe the next season will serve conferment of degrees and titles. the College of Maritime Education. go far and beyond just to provide for show to others, that we show to our as a purpose for an individual to Twenty-seven (27) recipients are The cream of the crop, their families. This comeback serves community, that we show to the rest realize and grasp – to develop and from the Vedasto J. Samonte School Mark Dio F. Palcon, Magna Cum as a remembrance that these graduates of the world, eventually comes back keep moving forward. “Dream big of Graduate Studies; 23 from the Laude, left a lasting impression upon are the products of resiliency and are to us,” he concluded. as it becomes a habit and that habit College of Law; 68 from the College delivering his words of gratitude. It fully prepared to go back and give becomes character until it becomes

February 2022 - July 2022 7 HEADLINES NWU gives recognition to A.Y. 2021-2022 achievers I Dyan Rae G. Rapacon Aira G. Corpuz, Sander Jim D. Global Competence Certificate runners-up. Outstanding College Organizations Damo, Bachelor of Political Science Completers. Mary Abigail Dela Cruz while AJHTO, UAPSA and PNSA To give appreciation to all the students; Alexis L. Gonzales and “I believe that you will do was named Dancer of the Year while became the Top 3 Outstanding academic and non-curricular Alicia Grace A. Siggaoat, Bachelor more. More than what I’ve done, Jonalyn Jose was awarded Debater Department Organizations. achievers of the Academic of Science in Accountancy; Grachiel basta ba, you have a laser focus, a of the Year. Joshua Corotan was NWU Debate Society, Peer Year 2021-2022, Northwestern D. Ancheta, Bachelor of Science in faith in God, and a clear vision of awarded Cadet of the Year. Facilitators Circle and AFS School University, in coordination with the Business Administration Major in what you want to be in the future,” The Researcher of the Year Club were the Top 3 Interest Clubs Office of Student Affairs, conducted Marketing Management student; Sarabia said in sharing his words of award went to Kylh Nycolle Remollo, of the Year. COME and CCJE Blood the Annual Recognition Program Lyka Veronica M. Sebastian, and wisdom. Jeremie Daquioag, Mikaella Romilyn Letting Activity, The Review and 2022 at the Aquino Multi-Purpose Sarah Jane C. Princesa, Bachelor Awardees for the Non- de Lara, and Alessandra Dumlao. CEATSO Obra and Pabuya, Voters’ Center on July 26, 2022. of Science in Tourism Management Curricular also went upstage to Clark Justine Galiza and Russel Joy Forum 2022, and CTE SO National “This achievement, you students, Rozelle C. Gregorio, a receive their award. The Leadership Pascua were awarded Graphic Artists Arbor Day Tree-Planting Activity sitting here with your mothers’ proud Bachelor in Secondary Education Award was awarded to outgoing SSC of the Year. emerged as the Most Relevant smiles lighting up the evening, is Major in English; and Kween President Ivy Karla Grande, with Instrumentalist of the Year Student Activities of the Year. not to be taken lightly, I would like Charlette B. Velasco, a Bachelor of Erica Danica Francisco from COBE was awarded to Jessica Aguto from Special Recognitions were to applaud all of you on behalf of Science in Criminology student, are and Adrianne Mariano from CTE as the NWU Marching Band and Prince also given to the Top 3 Best Advisers everyone present, and remind you among the awardees. In addition, runners-up. Jezreel Larry R. Caunca Jhake Ragadi, while Vocalist of the and Top 3 Best Students. Joan Jesusa that this is only one cobblestone in the Ezrah Xyreen A. Dela Cruz, Anthony was named Journalist of the Year, Year in a Band was given to Althea Velasco, Mariecris Duldulao Abella path of your life. You must preserve D,Sambrano, Ashley R. Saymo, with runners-up Jonh Lloyd Aquino Mae Sevilleja. and Rafael Salvatierra were the best and lay down more successes to Dominique L. Garalde, Mykelle and Mark Dio Palcon. Chorister of In the Organization Level, advisers. Mark Dio Palcon, Jeronimo reach that dream that governs your L. Garalde, Erica S. Francisco, the Year is Christine Sofia Mortalla Heroes of the Pandemic was given Sales, Jr. and Kween Charlette life,” said Dr. Chita A. Gonzales, Jessa Bagaoisan, Irenne Emee M. while Gazel Anne Camille Yasana to the SSC and The Review. FAHSS, Velasco were named top 3 best Vice President for Academic Affairs. Gaspar, and Jay-Lord B. Pascioles, and Gio Rhoel Corpuz were the COBESO and CTE SO topped 3 students. Mark Dio F. Palcon, a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality recipient of the Senator Manny Villar Management Major in Cruise Ship Excellence Award, and Kevin James Management students were also G. Agcaoili, Bachelor of Science awarded as Cum Laude. in Hospitality Management Major University scholars Pamela in Cruise Ship Management, were V. Tadeja, a Bachelor of Arts in awarded Magna Cum Laude. Jomel English Language student, and R. Iniego, a Bachelor in Secondary Jezreel Larry R. Caunca, a Bachelor Education Major in English student, of Arts in Political Science, ranked was also awarded Magna Cum 1 and 2, respectively. The Top 10 Laude. College Scholars and top 10 scholars A total of 22 students were from each college were called to awarded Cum Laude during the receive their awards. program. Adriann Dale S. Mariano, Spotlight Awards were also Rochelle A. Juan, Marilette I. Abes, given to Daniel Sarabia and Cindy and Airelle T. Ballesteros, Bachelor F. Utleg for topping their respective of Elementary Education students; licensure examinations and AFS #Medalla: COBE Students earn Merits I Aaron Paul C. Urmeneta socialization. Empty your brain place; Vea Claire Cabacungan, Jenny the event. The awardees include Acacio, Kevin James Agcaoili, College of Business Education before bed with journaling, planning, Daguro, Janley Sandy Dela Cruz, Arianne Joy Aguinaldo, Rosell Joy Aira Summer Andres, Irenne Emee (COBE) conducted a and meditation, and use your brain Camille Dumbrique, Ma. Krysha Patron, Reinalyn Joy Oania, Reig Gaspar, and Josiah Joy Natividad. In recognition program with in the morning with creation, output, Oania, Alicia Grace Siggaoat, and Janncen Labaro, Arestday Dagani, the latter part, Yvette Joan Battad and the theme, “Medalya,” highlighting and goals,” Prof. Abadilla added Judy Anne Torrado secured 2nd place; Joshua Bry Agag, Jahnise Tamayo, Andrei Jei Tunac were acknowledged the prolific academic performances Moreover, Ms. Hazeline while Jessa Bagaoisan, Rhea Jane Myrafel Tolentino, Angela Mae as the Outstanding Alumni of the of students held at the institution’s Martinez, Ilocos Norte Travel Agency Cortez, Mark Dio Palcon, Minette Agpaoa, Via Claire Bernardino, Year. International House on July 22, 2022. Association officer and Travelcent Lagat, and Jay-Lord Pascioles were Risiel Eda, Caroline Ramos, Lovejoy After the awarding, Prof. Prof. Marc Edward M. Travel and Tours Manager, also recognized as the 3rd placers. Millard Parado, Grachiel Ancheta, Jocelyn Evangelista delivered her Abadilla, MBA, an entrepreneur, imparted her message to the students. Champ awardees include Danielle Basilio, Patrick Ian Alonzo, closing remarks and encouragement and a college professor, gave She said that achievements, talents, Mark Dio Palcon, Alexis Gonzales, John Davidson Aranda, Jessie Amiel to the awardees. his inspirational message and and intelligence go hand in hand. Ms. Arestday Dagani, and Nuelina Roldan, Jerome Daguioag, Mikaela “My dear students, after emphasized the theme of the event. Martinez also challenged the students Sebastian; Marl Eldrick Duabe Pomeline De Lara, Ma. Patricia all the recognitions please remain “If you want to learn something in to be the better version of themselves was given merit as the Officer of Alessandra Dumlao, Klyh Nicholle humble and be kind, for there will life, you shut your mouth, you open every single day. the year; and Best Intern awards Remollo, Ninia Faye Sampayan, always be someone better than you. your ears, become a volunteer [and] For the Top 3 Best Thesis were attained by Mark Dio Palcon, Mheijhel Joaquino, Che Yan Wong, Thank your parents, your friends, at the same time be an expert student awards, Klyh Nycholle G. Remollo, Patrick Mapande, Klyh Nycholle Carol Duldulao, Gaizhelle Anne and your mentors also. Your real if you want to become an expert,” he Jerome T. Daquioag, Mikaela G. Remollo, Alexis Gonzales, and Daquioag, Karizza Caronan, Berlyn competitor is not your classmate, not stated. Pomeline L. De Lara, Ma. Patricia Grachiel Ancheta. Tagama, Mark Dio Palcon, Alexis the person beside you, but yourself. “Fill your brain in the Alessandra A. Dumalao, and Ninia Thirty-eight (38) student Gonzales, Alicia Grace Siggaoat, Make sure that you are better than afternoon with books, learning, and Faye P. Sampayan snatched the 1st achievers were also highlighted in John Eldridge S. Villa, Vera Shaina who you were yesterday,” she said.

8 HEADLINESFebruary 2022 - July 2022 3 NWU Midshipmen top SCT-MS3 events I Pamela V. Tadeja Among the 101 students of “Every time I feel like I did not expect that his marksmanship all of my efforts were replaced with the SCT-MS3, CY-2022, Midshipman would be top-notch in the victory,” Clemente uttered. During the Summer Camp Prince Joshua Bumanglag, a BS want to give up and I want to quit competition. “I had the gun properly “Honestly, I was very Training - Military Science Criminology II student, graduated as positioned when I was in formation,” nervous because of the pressure that 3 on July 3-16, 2022, three rank 1 with a grade of 87.72%. He my training, there is always a voice he concluded. I might not be able to attain ‘Tarzan,’ (3) students from Northwestern claimed that he trained himself to Another Northwesternian, or the highest grade in the physical University bagged the highest ratings endure the challenges that he might whispering into my ears saying MIDN. John Paul Arvie Clemente, a fitness test. With determination and in different categories. The 14-day be facing during the training. He also BS Criminology II student, outdid 68 trust in myself, I did all my best with drill at Naval Detachment Bonuan, asserted that it was his senior officers ‘Bakit ka susuko kung ‘di naman participants with a rating of 95.67% the confidence that I have come this Bonuan Gueset, Dagupan City, was who helped him to be strong not only in the Physical Fitness Test- Male far,” he added. attended by various institutions in physically but also mentally. sumusuko ang magulang mo na Category. The SCT-MS3 is the first Northern Luzon. It aimed to inspire, “I feel very blessed and at “I am overjoyed and full face-to-face training with Naval organize, prepare, and mobilize the same time, it feels so great that nagpapaaral sa’yo?’” This quotation overwhelmed for I was the only ROTC since the beginning of the citizen soldiers for the preparation I experienced an overwhelming one who got the highest title. I was pandemic. It was participated by of the national defense by providing happiness because I was able to lifted me to strive more and to really aiming for that even before institutions in Northern Luzon. A military training. return home with an honor not just the start of the journey. There are total of twenty (20) Midshipmen for my family, but for my school, our always give my best because I know doubts along the way but as long as Officer Candidate Course and 10 dearest Northwestern University,” you believe in yourself, it will be ROTC Advanced Officers from Bumanglag stated. that my achievements will be their all worth it. Finally, I can say that NWU attended the said activity. achievements too,” he added. MIDN. Nickos U Daluzon, a BS Criminology freshman, also obtained the No. 1 spot in Familiarization Firing-Male Category. He surpassed the other 68 participants with an average of 89.98%. Daluzon extended that he A Look Over of the Different Online Educational Tools for Blended Learning Environment I Earl John G. Jacinto To uphold and promote the smooth operation of a well-blended learning environment, Northwestern University conducted a session about utilizing the specific digital education tools, reviewed together with several NWU instructors, on July 26, 2022, at the International House. A Zoom meeting was also conducted for the other instructors to partake online in the said meeting. The theme of the meeting was TeachNWUlogy: Applying Technological, Pedagogical, and Content Knowledge (TPACK) in a Blended Learning Environment. to identify technology resources for students in learning and improve educators say is easy to use, promotes during the session. An instructor from teaching and learning activities; to their outcomes. a collaborative classroom culture, and the College of Maritime Education, The event tackled the demonstrate the appropriate use of A second session resumed allows teachers and students to save, Prof. Nathan de Guzman said, “Sa tools based on the intended purpose; in the afternoon following the organize, present, and share content Maritime kase, we are currently concept of teaching and learning and to manifest a positive attitude demonstration of Quizizz and from across the web whilst making it adopting a lot of technologies lalo na towards ICT use for quality learning. Wakelet. It was presented by another fun and engaging. The teachers were sa pedagogical teaching strategies.” activities in a blended learning Prof. Regie Boy Fabro, a speaker, Mr. Anthony M. Yadao, the also engaged in an activity using He continued saying, “And resource speaker, and a ClassPoint First Wakelet Ambassador of Region these online educational tools. so I’m hoping that in the College of environment, which brought about Certified Trainer, demonstrated the I. Quizizz is an interactive lesson tool The conference aimed Maritime, we will be able to embed features of the ClassPoint App to the and a quiz-making app, hence the to finish 4 columns of their initial everything that we were able to the discussion of each of the specific faculty where the teachers engaged in name, taken up online and operates purpose: intended learning outcomes, learn this afternoon, and not only in an activity in which they utilized the similar to a game show where content standard, teaching and Maritime but there will be an aid for online learning platforms, which are said app. ClassPoint is an interactive the students collectively answer learning activities, and assessment. collaboration with other colleges— classroom quiz that can be done in questions with a limited amount In the latter part, the would be willing to help them to ClassPoint, Quizizz, and Wakelet, Microsoft PowerPoint to engage of time. Wakelet is a platform that participants shared what they learned assist doon sa mga kailangan pa.” and featured a review of each of their qualities and features. The meeting was hosted by Prof. Juan Jobelle Acosta, together with the faculty participating in testing these platforms. The objectives of the said meeting are

February 2022 - July 2022 9 EDITORIAL HEAR, HERE! Not holding enough courage to already piled up. Coming from big colleges express what you deserve will never like Maritime Education, Allied Health As the new school year begins on September 5, 2022, we, The Review, the official create change. Have you ever tried Sciences, and Engineering, Architecture, student publication of Northwestern University, welcome back the studentry. sneaking into your registration form and and Technology, these whooping amounts Coupled with this welcome is our call for the school administration to be faithful to wondered why are you paying multiple are payments of supposed-to-be learning our vision, which is to be a premier institution of learning in Asia committed to excellence fees? Are you going to keep on letting your students in physical setups but due to the and ethical formation for global relevance. To achieve this goal, the university should look money slide down to nowhere? Fellow pandemic, they were hindered and were after its employees, students, and facilities. students, we are not blind to overlook only provided with limited exercises and The university must equip faculty members with the right competencies in their what should and should not be included in learnings. The school should not operate as field of teaching. Their enthusiasm for this vocation must reflect in their personal encounters our school dues. As one of the watchdogs, if they do not know about these things. while educating the students. The practice of mediocrity, favoritism, and discrimination I believe that we demand explanations I am not saying that the students are among instructors while giving undeserved marks must end. regarding the whereabouts of consumed and learning nothing. The thing is, the quality of Anent to this, the institution should hire punctual, skilled, and dedicated employees unconsumed fees, more sensible operations education is not worth the price paid. who can handle multiple tasks. There are teaching and non-teaching workers who lack good regarding queries, and notice of changes in Furthermore, an organization manners when they are dealing with their fellow staff or students. It is understandable that our statement of account. once raised its call to get back its money. everyone is busy, but to encounter a grumpy expression from a window or office with no Consumed and unconsumed These individuals bravely sent a letter to lineup will surely ruin one’s day. This leaves a very poor impression, especially on newcomers fees. Since the beginning of the pandemic, the administration but they were not given or guests. thousands doubted, but to get through enough responsiveness. They asked for While other instructors are busy making examinations for the students, there are also some with its dynamics, they remained silent. partial returns but they did not thrive. The who are giving options to the supposed-to-be learning individuals. Favors are being asked of Numerous students are being left with no students paid full but the reverted action is them in exchange for final grades. Obligations, which should be done by the instructor, are options to choose from but to pay, pay, and not the same. being passed down to them. First of all, students pay to hone their skills. They enrolled to pay. Undoubtedly, some funds are supposed For queries, the high charges of learn, not to help their teacher earn merit. This too should end. to be used by and for the students, which requested documents like Transcript of The influx of transactions in the Finance and Registrars’ offices during enrollment, are accumulated and untouched. Student Records, Certification, Authentication, examination, and graduation seasons is a long-unaided problem. This necessitates the hiring Development, Cultural Development, and and Verification should be equivalent to of extra workers. It is true that we do not want our employees to overwork, but the thing Sports Development Fees that are included the services offered by the office of the is, we do not want the lineup to move like a snail. Yes, they gave students the option to in our registration forms should wholly Registrar. I think it would be better if these pay online, but it takes a while to approve the payments. They are serving thousands, not support student performers/artists, leaders, fees will also be posted online so that the hundreds. The school must take note of this. and athletes who are dedicating their time students could prepare for their payments; Our recent victory in producing criminology and medical technology top-notch and effort to hone their talents and skills. some students get surprised. Apart from proves the quality of our students. The hiring of more competitive employees is necessary. Every semester, seven figures are this, before the release of a single document, Every student should not be left behind due to poor teaching and lack of teaching equipment. summed up from these three fees alone. there are graduates too who will wait for a With the assistance and focus of our administration, we believe more is yet to come. The Saguday Performing Arts Group should month. This causes a delayed application for Northwesternians need more support. be given more benefits. These determined their board exams. Flagship programs like BS Nursing and BS Medical Laboratory Sciences should individuals should not be spending their Along with this, students are aware be provided with more healthcare facilities and foremost guidance. The faculty is always own allowances during the times that they of the social media account of different occupied, the students are always queuing, and rooms are in demand. They need expansion are rehearsing for school events. They must offices, which were created two years ago. and a better setup. It is very visible that every year, hundreds are willing to take risks in be given a budget allocation for their food The administration is informing us to reach pursuing these careers. These high hopes must be paralleled with the educational services and travel expenses. The scholarship is not these sites for questions and demands that that each ultimately foresees. enough. require to be answered or taken into action. There are other programs too that have the potential to be leading not only in our As witnessed, during big events, However, some of these are not active. region but also in the entire nation. Our College of Law offers a promising future. By offering motorcades take place. In line with this, It would take days after their response. competitive scholarship programs, prospective students both from our undergraduate there are times when the band members Sometimes, there are students who are left programs and beyond will be enticed. are ferried using a dump truck. It is very hanging. Others would still have to message Vital in the ongoing return to physical presence to our beloved institution is its miserable to encounter that my fellow again in order to be given attention. An updated and working facilities and equipment, ready to accommodate its more than 5,000 students are being treated like this. Others administrator once told the students to please students. The sorry state of our comfort rooms makes one uncomfortable. Simple repairs to may argue that there are no other vehicles, bear with them because the employees could faucets, lavatories, and flushing systems are necessary. but is this how we celebrate a remarkable not handle everything in time. This is a long- In addition, a premier institution of learning today is characterized by its ability to 90 years? Does not this reflect how the time issue, are they not learning from the be on par with the latest advancements in technological education. Our computer laboratory administration deals with its students? Do issues raised? Why don’t they call for extra fees must be utilized for the acquisition of upgraded and adequate units that will serve our they not deserve a more comfortable or even employers? Again, the administration is students. The outdated computer units should be laid to rest. Investments in a simple robotics safer setup? Yes, this needs some action. serving thousands. laboratory would truly make our esteemed university globally relevant. There are also student officers Subsequently, if the institution Moreover, without a doubt, our medical laboratory needs some attention. Numerous who wholeheartedly commit their time makes either major or minor adjustments, students wait for hours to complete their tests. Some students travel for a long period just to in order to be educated and trained for the studentry needs to be informed. There accomplish these examinations during their schedules. The queue is an added burden. The service. These students carry the name of was a time when they gave partial refunds school should look after the things that they need like additional personnel and analyzing the institution whenever they serve and in dues like the internet and audio-visual. devices to address this issue. compete with different schools. Recently, However, this slight turning almost did not We are at a crossroads. Celebrating the 90th anniversary of our venerable university three of them aced multiple categories, like create an impact on our statement of account. and preparing for its centennial, the university should fulfill the destiny of being the light, graduating rank one in the overall summer Not everyone noticed; not everyone knew FIAT LUX. We believe the more apt landmark is to realize our vision of not only becoming camp training, beating all 100 Midshipmen about it. the leading and progressive institution of learning in Laoag City, but also in Asia. across Northern Luzon, one topped the Are these things not bothering Familiarization Firing, while the other you? You should be aware of what you are placed the highest spot in Physical Fitness paying for. Spill everything the school lacks. Test. Students like them should also be Do these things need immediate action? given recognition and benefits. Yes, of course. With all of these mentioned, Despite the two-year new normal I believe that the administration should setting, laboratory fees, computer fees, and disclose financial transparency, especially computer laboratory fees are still being to these purpose-specific fees collected collected even though restrictions blocked from and for the students. Neither the same the students’ face-to-face classes. I am should be the source of profit nor be allowed pretty sure that around seven figures have to incur interest.

10 February 2022 - July 2022 COLUMN People usually freak when you reach a point in your life frustrated, and anxious about your said there wasn’t a time that I thought but try not to lose yourself as well. out after finding out where everything becomes mundane future. of dropping out or giving up because Learn to embrace who you are and they are lost. Others and meaningless. It occurs when you We’re probably in the same everything was monochrome to me. the person you have become. It is not might frantically lose feel empty or are unable to recognize boat right now. I am lost. I don’t Also, I’d be lying if I said there a bad idea to change yourself for the themselves as they yourself. You’re lost when you keep know what to do next or where to wasn’t a time when I was depressed better. It’s not being selfish or mean cannot figure out where the exit was thinking about your way out rather go. I just find myself sinking into the and unmotivated to study. when you’ve tried something new or the right way. Rarely, people can than finding a way to open another thoughts and worries about what will I may have survived the that your old self wouldn’t dare to do still hold their composure and stay trail. happen in the future. phase where I feel low about things, or try. That is what life is: changes calm while stuck in such a situation. It is difficult to deal with, I survived and enjoyed especially studying, but I still must and challenges. Who wouldn’t be frustrated or but it is sometimes beneficial to push Junior High School without worrying go through the phase where I must The bottom line here is that anxious if they got lost in the middle yourself even further in order to steer a bit about what would happen in figure out what to do next. when you are lost, you just have to of nowhere and had no idea how to yourself in a better direction. Always the future. And I barely survived Life is a maze, I must say. keep striving and always keep in get out? remember that this is only temporary. two years of my Senior High School You have to learn how to find the mind that everything happens for When lost, people tend And you won’t feel this way for the phase, worrying both about the right path in order to escape or go a reason. If your plans may have to use the sun, wind direction, or rest of your life. Also, you’re not the present and the future. out. And right now, I am lost while gone wrong or things have happened even the stars as a reference for the only one stuck in a similar situation. It felt like the two years I figuring out what will happen to my unexpectedly, it all happened for a direction. Well, for people who lack a There are others too. spent in Senior High School weren’t future. I honestly feel like I am not reason. If it’s not a life lesson for you, sense of direction, a compass comes It’s not visible or obvious as long enough for me to consider what yet ready to face reality, hence, I have it could be a life lesson for someone in handy for them. The question is, they are already riding the tough tides my college life would be like, what nothing but to look for motivation else; as well, if it’s not the light that what if you’re lost in something that to show that they are suffering from major I’d pursue, and what mindset and solutions on how I should go on. will guide you, it could be someone doesn’t require north or west as a a setback too. It’s okay to get scared I’d adopt. It was like there wasn’t This is where realization else’s guide. reference for the direction? What if along the way and feel confused. enough time for me to train and gear hits me. When I am lost, it doesn’t What else could you do you’re in the middle of feeling lost in A ray of sunshine will find its way up for the war I’d be facing. mean I am unable to do the greater if you were lost and couldn’t find life? through thick dark clouds on a rowdy I have honestly felt lost things that I was aiming to do. I am anything useful? Be kind to yourself. What if you find yourself day. thinking about what major would lost, but still, if I just make a bit of You have to trust the process. Also, pacing back and forth, anxious about You could relate, don’t you? suit me or would eventually give effort, I’ll be able to find a better way you must take care of yourself while losing track of what will happen next You have been through this phase, me something to reap in the future. out of this maze. you’re trying to figure things out. in your life? or there will be a time that you will Rather, I got lost in the thought of What I first need to do is to If you keep overworking How do you define “feeling experience this phase of life where what would please my parents and accept that it is okay to feel lost. I am yourself to find clues on how to move lost”? Others contend that it occurs you find yourself lost, unmotivated, the people around me proud of me. a human being, and being vulnerable forward, you might break yourself I lost myself thinking about what is normal, and so do feeling lost. And and cause you to not only feel lost but would make people other pleased. I only need to use this one as a guide defeated as well. You must be able to Also, I couldn’t understand to direct me to the correct path I was remind yourself that taking a break why people always assume that looking for. I just really have to know is a necessary part of the process and you already have set out plans right where I am really going. not an indication that you are giving after receiving the good news of One more thing: feeling lost up. If you’re overwhelmed, breathe. graduating from college. They don’t made me more aware of the truth or Life is not a race anyway. understand that sometimes you’re what reality is. Hey, it’s okay to feel Always remember that you stuck in something. You’re lost. uncertain about things. It’s okay to are not the only person who’s feeling I am overjoyed that I am feel blue and insecure about things this way, and again, it’s okay to feel finally free after four years of hard you think you cannot do unless you lost. work, sacrifices, frustrations, and try. setbacks in college. I’d be lying if I You may have been lost, You can only see the I don’t intend to be I can’t help but reflect on in my teenage years, I wanted experiences might somehow be beauty of your pain and emotional in my last column, but my myself because blaming myself is solutions immediately, so if you are similar, but the lesson is that your suffering when you are pen keeps on writing things because I what I am good at. I tend to rant and disappointed with something, you agony and experience differ. soaring. Of course, not might not be able to write again when degrade myself in front of the mirror, can just shrug it away and continue I hope for the best in your all the people looking I face the world of reality. Honestly, telling myself that I am just mediocre, or start over again. future endeavors in life. I pray that at you will see that, but you should I consider myself mediocre. I can do and asking myself when will be the As I am going into you never lose sight of the importance expect yourself to do so because you things, but I am not good or the best time that I’ll be good at something adulthood, I realized that it is okay to of self-acceptance and learning to experienced it first-hand. at any of them. else. It’s not healthy, I know, but it feel gloomy if you are wounded and appreciate your value as a human I am not quite an achiever, When I am trying to give makes me feel a little better, at least disappointed by the things happening being. Self-love is important, don’t but I make sure that I always exert my best effort in everything I do, just for a second. in your life. It is okay to feel bad and you agree? Because in the end, you’ll effort in everything that I do. I am I automatically anticipate that the With these thoughts I have, cry out loud. Your sentiments and come to know that the only person on a happy-go-lucky person, but I am outcome will be what I dream of, I am on the verge of giving up. I feelings are valid, and you deserve to earth that won’t leave you is yourself. always anxious about my future. I am but sadly most of the time, I cannot am already forgetting why I started mourn and grieve because you are a Dreaming is one of the not into competition and being in the achieve those. It is heartbreaking on doing this in the first place. Oddly, human after all. easiest things to do in this world. limelight because I feel awkward and my part, to question my capabilities regardless of this thought, I still It has dawned on me that Achieving the dream, on the other shy when I am in that situation. and even my worth as a person. keep moving, even if my heart and failing is actually a stepping stone to hand, is one of the hardest things to I do all sorts of things There was this time when I mind can’t move. Just like the lyrics starting over again. When everything do. We won’t always find a middle just to become a better version of went to a Sunday mass in our town. of the song, She will be loved by you’ve worked hard for is failing, do ground in life. myself, but at some point, I still fail. The homily strikes my inner self the Maroon 5, “It’s not always rainbows not blame thus, you should challenge We cannot negotiate with Regardless of failing, and falling to most. The priest said that blaming and butterflies, it’s compromise that yourself to give another best shot to the things happening, but we can the ground countless times, I still starts when you give your best in moves us along.” start over again. It may sound wrong gamble. So would you rather hide stand up straight and give a smile. everything you do but still fail. After On the other hand, I wonder and upsetting, but it is the reality. again in your shell or take a risk and These are the things that I do because that, he then highlighted that what how I can challenge myself if I am Starting over is one of my fight for the failures you’ve been I have a lot to disappoint. How about we need to do is not to blame, not in that kind of situation? I asked greatest fears because it is so sad through? It’s your choice, for it is you? encourage, but challenge. that question to myself repeatedly that all my efforts were wasted on your life. I just hope that you will as I went back home. I had already something that was not meant for listen to that burning flame in your exhausted my mind trying to think of me. Nonetheless, what matters most heart. Your heart might not always be a possible way to challenge myself is the process and your experience right, but I know that your heart will when I knew I had already given my during that failed desire because it always beat for the things you love. best, but still, nothing came to my can be used towards the things that Soon enough, you’ll realize mind. are meant for you. that the failures you have experienced Maybe life knew that you At the end of the day, in life will equip you for something could do more, that you hadn’t given always remember that life is what better. When you are able to achieve your best yet. Remember that as time you perceive it to be. It differs from your goals and aspirations in life, passes by, you are also growing, person to person. From my point of always keep in mind the sacrifices being equipped by the struggles view, life may be exhausting, unfair, you made, your agony, and your of life as well as the things you are and gloomy, but you might have failures, because they will make you learning in other people’s lives. a different perspective on life. We realize that great things won’t come Before, when I was all have unique experiences. Those in just a snap.

February 2022 - July 2022 11 COLUMN Have you ever had a moment a deep sigh, and never talk about it. side of the story be heard? With all curiosity they have. being still and silent helps us activate in your life where you have Complete silence. the existing social media platforms, Being silent doesn’t always multiple parts of our brain. Because so many things in your We have to admit that not everyone is now entitled to have their mean you are invalidating your of this, it can increase our ability to head that you want to say? Thoughts everyone can appreciate the beauty of own stage. It provides an avenue to thoughts or emotions. It is a way focus and recognize. We just need a come rushing down your head like a silence because other people believe say whatever we want to say in just a to reflect on yourself and to think quiet and calm moment to fight our stream, but you can’t put them into that having a voice in everything click. However, we should know how deeply. When you are in a situation body’s response to stress. sentences. Instead of trying so hard matters. This is true for most people. to filter our thoughts and just choose where you are being challenged by In a world where people find to find the right words, you shake Who wouldn’t want their voices to be what to share. the people around you, you may it interesting to talk, some people the thought out of your head, take heard? Who wouldn’t want to let their Some people find solitude in mistake talking back as a way to fight choose to keep things to themselves. just being silent. Not that they have back and defend yourself. Instead, When they are struggling in life; nothing to say, but they don’t think it is best to reflect and ask yourself when they are hurt or broken; when talking will ever solve a problem. the best response you could give. something is bothering them; and Since no one ever discusses the Do people deserve my energy? Do even when their mind is screaming; consequences of one’s words until people need to know? Do the things for them, silence is therapy. we wish we could take them back I am about to say make a difference? So, when you are pushed or wish we could have stayed silent, We hesitate to respond to questions by the urge to talk, whether it may they think that speaking may inflict like these, so we opt to remain silent be personally or digitally, remember more harm than simply remaining instead. to step back for a moment. Give silent. We don’t know whom we are Silence isn’t just a powerful yourself space to breathe and to hurting or who could be affected by response to the world; it can also help think. As the Chinese philosopher, the things we are saying. Sometimes, us nurture our brain and has linkages Lau Tzu, said, “Silence is a source of we over-explain ourselves, thinking to physical benefits. In an article great strength,” and I believe we all we owe them an answer to every released by the Cleveland Clinic, need a moment of this. Congratulations! Keep up the the brightest because of the numerous I am still young, but unable to continue to process and approach, confront, and tell them all excellent work. This is a awards that I have received. This is in just imagine all of the duties and take them any longer. I felt like I that I want and feel, but I just can’t. phrase that I frequently hear lined with the fact that I am among responsibilities that I have to stand could just break into tears and tell the There is a part of me that wants to after I do anything great, and I can the top students, and that I have because of how much weight they world that I am completely wasted follow whatever they want since honestly say that it contributes to the maintained my status as an honor are putting on. The pressure that and overworked at this point in my it is making them happy- and to be feeling of contentment that I have student throughout my academic they are giving me is quite heavy. life that I just wanted to scream and able to see them in this state would because I finally made something career. However, in spite of the fact that it cry to satisfy my need of expressing be a priceless feeling that I would appreciable. Nevertheless, at some I have lost track of the is a tiresome thing to do, I am still how suffocating it is to live in this be able to experience. My very own time, I came to the realization, and number of sleepless nights I have here trying to be as good as I can be situation. self has likewise reached the end of the thought occurred to me, “Do had. I constantly reach a point where in order to provide the happiness that As a result of this, my its capabilities at times. Even if I these individuals understand that I already find myself sobbing in the they always foresee. desire, enthusiasm, and ambition to have a continual need for academic a statement like that led me to my middle of the night, thinking about To tell you the truth, I don’t have a work toward realizing my objectives recognition, that should not be the accomplishments?” No. It’s hard how I may be able to go beyond clue what other people think of me. In are gradually dwindling. It is almost reason why you keep demanding so to believe, but that’s the way things what others are expecting from me. I the same way as the rest, I am simply as if I am studying not because I much from me and putting so much actually are. always had the want to give up, quit, a typical student who is having a hard want to and there are dreams that I pressure on me. I only wanted to have People have recognized my and simply see where my destiny time keeping up with all that I am want to get, but because I am afraid pleasure in this life and accomplish success even when I was still a child, would take me, but I don’t want to let doing. that I won’t be able to live up to the my goals by acting exclusively on my and this has continued throughout my myself down and become a failure. I I have already reached the standards and requirements that they own initiative, without anyone else life. They think of me as someone do not want to let anyone down by point in my education wherein I am have set for me. dictating to me or pressuring me in who remains a part of the brightest of failing in the end. unable to think clearly. It is because In addition, there are any way. of my mind’s confinement brought by circumstances in which all that I My life has been so notions and expectations that other provide for them is still insufficient, challenging, but no matter how people are setting. When even my and it is slowly killing me. They difficult it is, I am not giving up and academic work and extracurricular continue to look for something that will still continue to fight.Despite hobbies fail to excite me about we all know I cannot give them the fact that I may be experiencing continuing to pursue them anymore, anymore, and it is already so much a seemingly endless number of it is clear that I have reached my beyond my capacity that I cannot emotional and academic breakdowns, breaking point. It seems as though even come close to giving it to them. I will not give up. Lastly, even I am losing track of who I am with I do get the reasons behind though there may be a great deal of each passing day. why the individuals in my life pressure and expectations, I will keep I am proving to them that behave in such a manner towards on fighting tenaciously as long as I am capable of doing everything me, but it is just too much, and it the goal I have set for myself is still despite the fact that my mind is is already unbearable. I wanted to within my grasp. Life upon graduation might on any vacant position in any job that licensure examination and others are these clearances and insurances? (e) Birth Certificate; appear to be an exciting is open even if it’s not associated with deliberately looking for a job that suits Its sole purpose is to secure for the (f) Marriage Certificate; horizon towards which you their degree right after graduation the course they took. “I don’t want to future or in case of emergency─ this (g) Transcript of academic records are heading. However, when you because of financial instability, and look for a job first because I want to will ensure you to ease your financial issued by state colleges and eventually get there, you may face another reason is the unavailability focus on my review for the upcoming burden. universities; some unforeseen hurdles. “What will or insufficient aligned jobs for Board Licensure Examination for Adding to that, Republic (h) Tax Identification Number (TIN); I do after graduation?” The duel of fresh graduates. Nevertheless, the Professional Teachers. I’m worried Act No. 11261, is an Act Waiving (i) Unified Multi-Purpose ID (UMID) life is about to begin—the struggles companies’ qualifications are too that when I go to work, my brain Government Fees and Charges in the card; and in finding job that align to your high for them to comply. might not be able to handle the Issuance of Documents Required in (j) Other documentary requirements chosen career path. Others also chose to be pressure and I might not pass the said the Application for Employment of issued by the government that may Moreover, there are many free first for the reason that others examination,” an acquaintance of First-Time Jobseekers. According to be required by employers from job graduate students who prefer to apply are still preparing for the upcoming mine who just graduated. R.A. 11261, no fees or other charges applicants. On the other hand, there shall be levied against first-time Subsequently, there are are a lot of insurance needs to be job seekers when they obtain the online job portals that you can find accomplished right before you following: through the internet that help you find graduate e.g., Social Security (a) Police clearance certificate; a job. System (SSS) to help you earn for (b) National Bureau of Investigation “It’s okay to take your your future, another is Pag-Ibig, clearance; time. It’s okay to slow down. You and the health insurance, which is (c) Barangay clearance; are in rush to figure out on your own PhilHealth. Besides the insurance, (d) Medical certificate from a public soul. It’s never too late to redirect there are also clearances that need hospital, provided that fees and yourself, to replace the dreams you to be assessed e.g., National Bureau charges collected for laboratory thought you wanted for the ones that of Investigation (NBI) Clearance tests and other medical procedures genuinely excite and challenge you.” and Police Clearance. Why do required for the grant of a medical a quote from Bianca Sparacino’s A graduate students need to secure certificate shall not be free of charge; Gentle Reminder.

12 February 2022 - July 2022 LITERARY Astonish Dream Are you happy? By: Gojo Does it make you feel Someone I loved once gave me a box By: KClaire good to hurt me? full of heartbreaks. Surprises are not my cup of tea Am I being shallow or you just He wrapped it with It makes me worry and feel eerie cringeworthy gestures, Yes, It’s quite nice but not all the time wounded me deeply? inside of it, were sweet lies and all the Because sometimes, it’sway out of my plan. You know that I still care, I love you- he ended the love before But dear, does that give you the it could even start. I hope I’m fine, but I am not And all I could ever do is to cry over a I keep of thinking how my life would turn up right to abuse me? box full of heartbreaks he left me. I keep on saying these, I don’t know when to By: not a fairytale If Only stop By: licht Because life surprises me when I am on top Mirror, mirror, on the wall— I’ve been betrayed, manipulated, If only I could learn how to forget you, Top in a way that I’ve figured things out I’ll no longer remember how you made I am in the top reaching my dreams and abused by the man me feel loved & then left me broke, So, I feel bad when I fell down whom I loved the most every time the rain pours down. But still, I’m thankful because it’s not on the —do I deserve it all? ground. By: NaCl I was intoxicated My faith strengthens because if this by the drunken kiss Twinkle twinkle little star I keep askin questions but never doubted his that we shared one night, how I wonder if you miss me too. and the next thing I knew, plan I was drugged by your sweet gestures. Up above, I look at the sky, I am disappointed but I am better than that I see those brights stars, For I know that he loves me know matter what. I got addicted. they remind me how much I have loved You’ve made me crave for more. By: Haru you. You had me. Twinkle twinkle little star What if you wake up realizing time I’ve become your little prisoner. how I wish he still feel the same too. has stopped running? I thought it would be just once, And all the people around you, all the experiences I’ve easily let off even things, stopped moving because I thought it was just normal and you were just trying to be affectionate except you? and at the same time Was it because time is starting to vhange, you just don’t know or an hour gone missing? how to handle and express your emotions. And was brought back to reality- But...it happened a lot of times. I was just imagining things. You’ve made me drink your poison, It was just because I was sarting at his hazel and embraced me brown orbs, my world stopped for a moment. as I am pricked by your thorns. Time freezes whenever I am with him. You’ve hurt me. You’ve made me feel less. I’ve been robbed—the happiness, the peace of mind, the love I deserve & the value I have— by a man who deluded me into an abusive relationship disguised as a happy ever after just like those cliché fairy tale stories.

February 2022- July 2022 13 LITERARY By: Macchiato By: Catpuccino I covered my eyes as I see a flashy light. Who is this person who walks like Rhianna He introduced me into a whole new world, I don’t know Ohh, is she the onr they’re talking about? that love isn’t about the fluttering words but when I’ve The one who will save them from their poor life? or happiness that can be found in visited this certain place Neverland, while trying to find myself, Laughing inside my minde as I see how she it’s not about finding beauty in beast, a shabby diner acts. or leaving a shoe to find the right one. caught my attention. How can these people adore someone like her? He made me feel giggly and in love, Asymmetrical signage, I mean, she’s not even helping you, he filled my stomach with butterflies, its door glass has cobwebs, she is drowning you. and the welcome rug was a bit old and he made me realize at some point Come on people, this is not a fantasy, he’s the one I wanted to grow old with. ragged— she cannot save you. hence, the moment I entered the door, I thought...he’d be: You are the only one who can save yourself. the man who’d protect me, I was delighted, Not these people who promise you the one I’m going to get through it felt like magic embraced me — a better life ahead. Choose someone who will help you thick and thin, it was as if I was home. learn how to fish, in sickness and in health, in reacher and in poorer, And their soup tasted like happiness — Not someone who will just give you a fish. in just a blink, I have found what I am until death do us part. Be with someone who teaches you looking for. to be independent. But... I think I need to reconsider Not those sluggish people who want you to depend on them. the man I am choosing Sweety, they should just have built a charity. to spend the rest of my life with. But how? When they use our money When he could get angry for their benefit. for a trivial thing when we’re just lovers, he could be harsher or worse, he’d put me into an abusive marriage life. Truth is not bitter Love Dear Someone By: Russel Joy L. Pascua By: Pasta By: Just Nobody Last time I wrote about being an People...have different perceptions when it Dear Someone, independent and strong woman. comes to love. You’ve left me ugly scars Last time I encourage women not to seek They say, love comes with an unexpected person stitched into my heart — and long for a man. at an unexpected time and even situation or the day you decided to moment. Last time I tasted the truth with bitterness, walk away from me. and tasted the sweet with lies. Some say they woke up thinking ‘this must be love.’ You’ve gifted me But this time, I lived wih the perception of nightmares of how you being in love. Love, as some believe, is mysterious. Painful. Exciting. Agitating. Disappointing. A cup of belittled me, That the truth is not bitter, and same sd lies made a fool out of me, is not sweet. coffee. and stolen the love left for myself — A piece of cake. and every night as I fall asleep, And the last time I knew, I was addicted to For hopeless romantics, it’s everywhere. I always remember how you held me the savory of intimacy Love is an opportunity, love can be an obsession. as you sang me a lullaby of goodbye, But do you actually believe that love lasts…to drifted me to sleep, lifetime? as you slip away — Love at first sight, it can happen. Love is sweeter leaving me unconsciously broken inside. the second time around, it must be true. But love that lasts ‘til the next lifetime, will it really happen?

14 February 2022 - July 2022 FEATURE Come back to give back I Mark Dio F. Palcon stories of a comeback: one that taught me about reinspired to conquer more. And lastly, but more importantly, we came back with our dreams still Guest of Honor and Speaker, Mr. Ariestelo destiny, one about love, and one that will help me in us. A. Asilo; University President, Atty. The second story of a comeback is Ferdinand Nicolas; Executive Vice realize my purpose. the one that taught me about love. I began my formal education during kindergarten here at It was two years ago, on the 13th day Northwestern University, and fortunately, was destined to graduate from this prestigious school of March 2020, when we had the last chance to in college. At a very young age, my parents have already trained my heart to become patient President and Chairman of the Board of Directors, experience the best of the usual college days– and hopeful. I vividly remember when my father would accompany me to school for my afternoon Prof. Maria Liza Nicolas; Vice President for and none of us ever knew. Lockdowns turn into class. As a kid, I wanted to always have him by my side. But it’s not always possible, we know. Academic Affairs, Dr. Chita A. Gonzales; Vice weeks, months, or even years. The discussion He needed to stay away for a while so that I could focus on my lessons. He will hide nearby, out of President for Administration, Prof. Karl Lenin about our report for next week or the ingredients my sight, training me like a soldier to somehow be independent. But little did he know that during Benigno; Vice President for Research, Community for the laboratories for the next meeting suddenly the time that he was not around, I was actually waiting for him; I would go out of the classroom and Social Development, Dr. Eric Parilla; Vice shifted into a conversation about learning packets, and check for him from time to time, with the hope that he would soon come back. And he never President for Finance, Prof. Josephine Bulusan; modules, Canvas, and Google Meets.Transitioning fails me... He will not just come back to fetch me, but he always comes back with something college deans; department heads; faculty and staff; from traditional methods to integrating digital that surprises me. And as early as the age four, I have already learned that something great always proud parents; guests; and to my fellow graduates and technological learning tools has proven to awaits a patient heart. Ang bilis sabihin na lahat ng umaalis of the historic Batch 2022… Good Morning! be a challenge for both our institution and us ay di na babalik… and perhaps that’s the very condition of leaving anyway– that in the process Before anything else I would like to as students. However for two years, we were of waiting, to become certain means accepting the risk of uncertainty. But try to look at this: say MALIGAYANG PAGBABALIK SA ATING also with granted privileges that we must also what if the same story is shared by the tricycle and jeepney drivers sending us from school to LAHAT. Indeed, our COMEBACK is REAL. recognize: the financial capacity of our parents our homes? Or our professors, who we know also have families but still spend 8 hours teaching? Or As a very sentimental person, ang dami to provide for our tuition; different scholarship the food servers in the carinderias, or employees in the printing shops? What if these people who kong gustong balikan – a place, a memory, a grants; strong internet connection; the devices helped us ease our college days were also like our parents, who needed to sacrifice and leave us person or a dream. If you could turn that we use; the comfortable and conducive setup temporarily to raise a family? What if there are also people like us, left at home or school, who are back time, what are at home; the amount of moral support we get also waiting for them? Hindi lahat ng umaalis ay nasaktan, the things that you from family or friends, among others. While we inabuso, o pinagsawaan… ang ilan ay umaalis dahil sa sobrang pagmamahal. In every comeback want to go back recognize all these things, can we take a moment lies a story of great love and sacrifice, and let’s not forget the fact that in the waiting, there is also a to, or the things to reflect and acknowledge the ones we endured story of longing. And it has been felt and realized by those who have given so much, wished so that you want alone? Talk about the feeling of isolation; the much, and waited so long for this day: I would like to request our proud parents to forever dying passion; the lack of motivation to get up to please stand up… Honorable speaker, and our remain? Who and continue; the constant fear that continues to administrators, in front of you are the people who have shown us the greatest love and sacrifice. are these linger in our spirit; the fear and anxieties. – all These are our hardworking parents who have endured and sacrificed everything for us. Thank people that of these were among the hundreds of battles we you for making our dream of having them this day come true. My fellow graduates, let’s give them a make us fought silently…There were days that we felt round of applause. Sa aming mga magulang, our heartfelt want to like giving up but still managed to keep going. gratitude goes to all of you. Your constant love became our biggest strength to carry on—that come Imagine, you have endured and gone through in times when we lose motivation to chase our dreams, we simply look at you and realize all the back? those phases for more than two years? Let that hard work you have done. Just like the line of the song MAPA: labis pa sa labis ang iyong nagawa, At bakit sink in for a while. ako na muna. Our success will forever be your greatest pride. nga ba tayo But look at us now! 819 Champions came bumabalik… back, and we are finally back! It was certainly not bakit nga ba natin easy but we made it through. Let us give ourselves gustong bumalik? a resounding ovation for making it this far! The My answer constant question of whether we can make it or came in the not is now a reality that we gloriously celebrate. form of Maybe not the same as before, but surely better three and stronger now. Remember that all these things are a product of our choices, perseverance and manifestations carried out by action. My fellow graduates, we did not come back alone clad in black while proudly flashing the brightest colors of our colleges through our hoods. Underneath these colors, while unseen, we came back with our minds filled with theories, concepts, and lessons; our hearts that have been reignited with passion; and our spirits that have been

February 2022 - July 2022 15 FEATURE We owe this to you! To my The last story of a producing more products and delivering quality services that not only satisfy Mama Lulu and Papa Cloudy... you comeback is the most noble act that the demands of the people but can also contribute to the improvement of our always tell me that you are proud of me we can all take part in. Gaya ng isang economy. To our future ambassadors, tourism and hospitality operators: because of my achievements recently, paglalakbay, uuwi tayo na may dalang continue showing to the world the beauty of our country, our heritage but I want to tell you this: I AM SO pasalubong… We will go back home and culture. Continue to smile to convey the warmth of genuine Filipino PROUD OF BOTH OF YOU! You with our greatest gift, which we can hospitality. To whoever we will be, let us continue to leave a meaningful endured all the pain and sacrificed so share with the ones who believed in us. and lasting impact to our community. Real CHAMPions come back, real much to raise three beautiful gentlemen. Expectations are high for the CHAMPions give back Bakit nga ba tayo bumabalik? Finally, Ma, Pa, nakapagtapos na ang first products of the K-12 education DESTINY, LOVE, AND PURPOSE— these are the three reasons why we came inyong bunso. Know that everything system, and it is time for us to deliver. back. It is our destiny to return and chase after our dreams. It is love that that we do will always be for you... To Grateful for the Northwesternian brought us here. And it is the purpose that will give meaning to everything. my brothers, Mark Joseph and Mark education that molded us to become To my fellow Northwesternians, as we are about to go out through the Raymund, thank you for taking good the modern-day champions that we portals of our beloved institution, may we never forget to live by the care of me when our parents are not are today. To my fellow pioneers, let name of our university and become an embodiment of its core values. around,I have always felt your support us give ourselves a promise that after May we always be kind, humble, and principled while doing all in making me realize my dreams. accomplishing all those things, let us of these things. Remember that the goodness that we show to To our families, from the never forget to go back and give back others that we show to our community that bottom of our hearts, agyaman kami to our community and contribute what we show to the world eventually comes kadakayo! we have learned to improve the lives of back to us. Congratulations to this To our teachers, Our endless many.. Babalik tayo sa kung bakit tayo historic batch of 2022! Let us go out there; the gratitude goes to all of you. Thank you nagsimula… world is now waiting for us! for unleashing our greatest potential— To our future medical Fiat Lux, Northwestern for seeing the smallest strand of practitioners, or healthcare University! sincerity in our hearts for the work that professionals, the doctors and nurses: we do. A special mention to my home, the threats of the global health crisis the College of Business Education- is still around, continue striving to Hotel and Tourism Department, led by provide a quality healthcare services to our very supportive dean, Dr. Eric S. save, extend, and improve the physical Parilla, and head, Prof. Imee Cabugon. and mental well-being of our people.To Thank you for helping me believe in our future lawyers and law enforcers, my capabilities. To our administrators, to always fight for equality and justice thank you for transforming and and to defend the rights of every ensuring every Northwesternian human being by being always truthful becomes a globally competent and to your work—to not just carry a name socially responsible individual with the but also live with honor and dignity; quality of education and set of moral To our future educators, continue to values you provide. From the bottom teach young, brilliant minds not only of our hearts, agyaman kam kadakayo! theories and practical skills, but also to To our friends: thank you for making restore Filipino moral values that will college life easy. Thank you so much be passed down through generations; for the comfortable and safe homes we To our future engineers, architects, and found in you– be it within or outside the technology experts: keep innovating academics. We share the same dreams, for machines, equipment, and devices we share the same sentiments, and that can speed up our movements finally, we overcame—we did it! From and strengthen our technological the bottom of our hearts, agyaman kam infrastructures to make communication, kadakayo. learning, and working processes easier ABOVE ALL, to the Almighty for us to keep up with the rest of the Father, our greatest source of love... world’s advancements. Continue In our most silent hours, we hear you to build sturdy homes so that every speak to our hearts to remind us of our Filipino family can live comfortably. inner strength to fight life’s challenges. To our future businessmen and women, Thank you for leading us down to this entrepreneurs, and managers: keep road, guiding, and lighting our path being creative and forward-thinking through it. ALL GLORY IS OFFERED to make the most of our assets in BACK TO YOUR NAME!

16 February 2022 - July 2022 FEATURE 8 years turned to Lucky 7: A Topnotcher’s Story I Charisse Sophia A. Raquinio “I felt so down during my stay in Manila. One time, I called my parents. I told As John Wooden coined, “Success them about my situation. I asked them if is peace of mind, which is a direct it is okay for me to come home. I was not result of self-satisfaction in knowing able to carry the subjects that I took before you made the effort to become the best of because there were lots of differences. When which you are capable.” I continued my tertiary at Northwestern “Honestly, I do not know what to feel. University, I told myself to give all, to give For myself, undoubtedly, I am delighted, but everything,” she uttered. what is more fulfilling is to see my parents Before the said examination, she proud of what I have attained. All of their unveiled that reviewing is not a piece of hard work and sacrifices were all paid with cake due to the challenges brought by the the best feeling that I could give back; after new normal. “I prayed, I pushed myself to be attaining that spot, I could say that everything consistent every day. If you feel like you want was worth it,” said Cindy Utleg as she to give up, do not lose hope. Tell yourself that unfolds how elated she was when she found you can do it. It is very important not to lose out that she topped the Medical Technologist your focus, especially right now that we are Licensure Examination. With a national in a digital setup. I know, for sure, you too, can relate. There are multiple distractions passing rate of 46.06%, she was among the online,” said Ms. Utleg. 1,268 passers in March 2022. When asked about the tips for topping She disclosed that at first, she couldn’t the exam, she extended that every aspiring believe that she was in the top seven in the taker must start early. As a medtech student, she described herself as someone who listens Medtech Licensure Examination because attentively inside the classroom; someone her phone was charging during the time who focuses in every detail. She believes that of release. She was about to ride the discussions in and outside the review center is very important because not everything can bus returning to her province when she be retrieved after graduation. received the good news. “There are certain topics that will “A lot of messages came in after not be present in review centers since learning there only covers a short period of I opened my phone. I was quite time. That is why, everything that you will shocked because I do not really be encountering during your classes must receive tons of messages like that in be noted. You need to listen very well,” she a normal day. Until a friend of mine advised. informed me that I made it to the Top During her testimonial, she said that 10. That period, I started to shiver everyone needs to have the courage to get because it was very unexpected,” she back up. No matter how it will be, we need said. to take one step at a time. She even recalled The achiever insisted that she was the famous quote, “A journey of a thousand not fully confident when she took the miles begins with a single step.” Ms. Utleg exam. All that she was looking forward to encouraged her fellow students not to think was to pass because the pressure would be of themselves or path as a failure if struggles heavier she will target such a high spot. She step in. considered that raising the bar would affect “I learned it the hard way. Always her that much. believe and have faith in God.You need to “Honestly, during the first day, I am have faith; nothing is impossible. Always quite satisfied with my performance. The believe that He is there to carry you through all next day, there was a rise in hope. Of course, the struggles and hardships,” she concluded. everyone could assess themselves. You know The topnotcher is another proof that if you are doing well or not. However, on the everyone of us have our own time of success. last subject, it was very difficult. It made me Nevertheless, it will never be too late to start ask myself. It made me assess myself. That over, to replace your dreams you thought you time, I felt like my answers were not enough. wanted for the ones that genuinely excite and I knew I could do better,” she narrated when challenge youꟷ do it not because society asked about her experience during the exam. wants you to do it but do it because that’s Ms. Utleg is a resident of Brgy. 48 what your heart really wanted to do it. Cabungaan, Laoag City; she is a consistent She faced the rough road; she honor student. In fact, she graduated as bravely dealt with her struggles. In pursuing valedictorian in elementary. She is an her career, she listened to herself. She knew alumna of Ilocos Norte National High what she really wanted. It took her time to School-Special Science Class batch 2013. finish college but this alone is an example She shared that it feels so good to grab such of a worthy ending. Ms. Utleg kept the fire high recognition. It took her eight years to burning. finish college. From the University of the Philippines-Baguio to University of the Philippines-Manila, she decided to return to her province to pursue Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science.

February 2022 - July 2022 17 FEATURE From Tambay to Top 9: Meet NWU’s CLE Topnotcher I Pamela V. Tadeja “When I was once dismissed and officially out dismissed from his first school due to behavioral of school, I wandered with different sets of issues, and for years, he attached himself to vices. friends – the tambays, addicts, prostitutes, In the second semester of Academic Year and delinquents. We have no purpose. We just 2018-2019, he listened to his mother’s advice. spent [our] time smoking and drinking ’til dawn He transferred to Northwestern University and and sometimes looking for trouble…but my enrolled in the same course. As luck and joy mother never stopped asking me to continue and continued to surround his journey, he considered finish my course,” said Daniel Joshua Sarabia, one this his new beginning. The following year, his of the graduates of Class 2020 of Northwestern father was acquitted by the Supreme Court. This University, who topped the December 2021 gave him hope, not only for the justice system Criminologist Licensure Examination with a but also for his road to becoming a registered rating of 88.60%. He ranked ninth out of 33, 983 criminologist, and by August 2020, he finally examinees. graduated. Mr. Sarabia is a resident of Brgy. After the challenging 4-year course, 12, San Isidro, Laoag City, and the second of Mr. Sarabia stated that it was the COVID-19 the three children of Mr. Dennis R. Sarabia, a pandemic that mainly hit his next target: taking househusband, and Mrs. Angelita L. Sarabia, a and passing the exam. He admitted that the government employee. According to him, he unending postponement of the Criminology intentionally left his phone on during the release Licensure Examination was depressing. Due to date of the results in fear that his name might financial problems, he decided to review on his not be included on the list. He was at his place own rather than enroll in review centers, which of employment, the same site where his mother would have cost them a lot, considering that currently works, when he found out that he had surviving these days is not that easy. Surprisingly, not only passed but also landed in the Top 10. it was her mother who pushed him to register so In his high school days, whenever his he could join his classmates. mother asked him about the program that he It took him two months to undergo a would be taking in college, he would always reply, formal review. However, he confessed that as “Haan ko pay ammo ma, agtambaynak sa lattan” early as his senior year, he started scanning (I don,t know yet, I’ll just be jobless.) He shared his notes and letting himself imbibe all the that taking BS Criminology was never included tiny details. Mr. Sarabia honestly said in his bucket list until he and his friends once that he was not confident in passing the saw a policeman in the middle of an intersection exam because there were questions giving traffic directions to motorists. At that time, that he had never he did not think twice about asking his friend if encountered during he himself could do that kind of work. His friend his studies or even immediately replied that it was impossible for Mr. in the review center. Sarabia to become a policeman because the drills He defined the exam were too strenuous for him to accomplish. These as an overwhelming words instantly gave a response to his long-time and, at the same unanswered question, “What do I want to become time, challenging and in the future?” scary experience. His journey to becoming a criminologist “I was fascinated was set to sail when he no longer had doubts when I found out that I was in the about what to take. “Ma, ammok ti alaekon, top 10. My parents really inspired criminology!” (Mother, I already know what to me; they are my real heroes in life,” said take, criminology!) he cheerfully uttered to his Mr. Sarabia. When he was asked about his mother when he got back from school. After advice to the aspiring individuals who were graduating from high school in 2013, he enrolled planning to take the CLE, he answered with in one of the institutions in Laoag City that offers a quote he saw online. “Aim for the moon. BS in Criminology. Mr. Sarabia considers himself If you miss, you may hit a star” by Clement a normal student who loved to attend his classes Stone. These words, according to him, have in his first two years. Unfortunately, in 2016, his inspired him to go for anything. He professed father was convicted of serving life imprisonment that he really aimed for the highest rank, but after two years of being detained due to alleged still, he called the results worth the wait, efforts, drug sales and possession. At that time, his and sacrifices. dedication was twisted and his burning passion Dr. Jonah B. Badua, Dean of the began to fade. College of Criminal Justice Education, During his sophomore years, he believed described Mr. Sarabia as a simple and that the justice system was no longer appealing. humble student. “He’s aggressive in making He realized that the same profession he was discussions about relevant issues and has that currently pursuing irritated him because of the inquisitive and analytical mind,” she added. “planting of evidence” that he was constantly According to her, she was very delighted with hearing and witnessing from any form of media. the news since it was 19 years ago when a BS The way he valued his education got dimmer and Criminology graduate from NWU landed in dimmer until he stopped attending his classes. Top 10. She admitted that she screamed with The situation of his father made his perspective happiness once she received a message that Mr. change, which resulted in altered conduct. He got Sarabia made it.

18 February 2022 - July 2022 FEATURE A Drive to Success I Daphney P. Tabigne to him, his family’s efforts and parents gave him money, but when the exam, he said that whenever he sacrifices gave him the strength and there were sudden fees that needed answers a question, Mr. Querido will “Agboard paylang ni manongko determination to persevere through to be paid, he couldn’t help but say “Thank you, Lord” and that he is ket adon sa magastosna, ubingak his career as a mechanical engineer. feel sorry because he knew it was confident in passing. met paylang.” These are the He wanted to repay and help his not easy to earn money. There are “Nagrigat ngem kaya.” This words uttered by Mr. Querido’s parents. He also said that he wanted also times when he will talk to the is how Mr. Querido described the younger sibling, who’s about to to be a role model to his younger Finance office if it’s okay for him to exam. But when he found out, he enter 1st-year college but stopped siblings and cousins. pay what he has, and he will just pay passed the board exam, he shouted just to give way to his brother. Mr. When he was 18, Mr. the half on the next billing. “YES” out of happiness. He said his Frank Devie P. Querido is one of Querido got his driver’s license. It Aside from driving a parents, siblings, and the girl he was the graduates of Class 2021 from was then he started to drive a tricycle. tricycle, he also had part-time jobs pursuing inspired him the most. Northwestern University. He is among According to him, he would come such as fishball vendor, farming, “Review lang, no awan the five board passers from NWU straight from school and would drive pastoring animals, and school sumrek sardeng paylang, ‘wag for the February 2022 Mechanical his tricycle. There are also times ministry. He says that going to ipressure ang sarili. Pray, pray, pray, Engineering Examination. when he spends his night in front college is hard, but he did it. He also and never give up!” Mr. Queredo Mr. Frank Devie Querido is of 7/11 in Paoay just to wait for the had failed grades, but he now became said when asked about his advice to a resident at Brgy. 30 Monte Paoay, passengers from Manila. During his an engineer. those individuals who plan to take Ilocos Norte. He is the eldest among college days, he would borrow money He spent three months the four children of Mr. Onofre from his classmate when a sudden fee preparing and reviewing the board exam. B. Querido, a farmer, and Delia P. needed to be paid, including tuition. his journey Currently, he is working Querido, a housewife. According After then, he would pay for it if he to take the as a Site Engineer earned money by driving a tricycle or board at DRD Electro- when his parents gave him money. exam. Mech Mr. Querido said that his During Corporation.

February 2022 - July 2022 19 FEATURE The Future of Healthcare I Kristene Claire O. Lazo requirements to submit. Now, for the regarding our nursing journey. strengthens me.” (CS) delivery, and he realized that As Jeronimo Sales stated, It’s quite amazing how the smell of the operation room past two years, same sentiments but the opportunity to work in various these classmates of mine envision (OR) during a CS delivery was affiliated hospitals and communities their college journey. My heart felt unpleasant. When COVID-19 The occurrence of the it was harder because we were doing throughout the province of Ilocos so full as I read their journey. Indeed, struck the country and affected the Norte has been the highlight of we all have stories to tell, so we don’t educational system, students were it online. his nursing journey. They get the have the right to judge someone’s forced to adapt to online learning. opportunity to learn about many life because we are not in the same He thought that online learning was COVID-19 Pandemic During the past two people’s lives in the community position as them. not effective compared to face-to- environment, particularly those According to Nicole face interaction, especially since he affected our lives in all years since the pandemic started, who reside in the underprivileged Monikka Kaira Pascua’s nurse life did not have any reliable devices to and marginalized areas. While in journey testimony, four (4) years use. The environment at home and possible ways we can think of. our clinical instructors and our hospitals, they can feel that nursing is ago she envisioned herself as a nurse frequent blackouts adds up to the really their calling. His nurse-patient someday. She enrolled in a nursing factors that make online learning Everything seems to pause and feels university have been planning on interaction experiences made him course with a lot of compassion and hard for him. It was an enjoyable yet realize that everyone has individual determination to finish it. Nursing challenging journey for him when the like we are all waiting for someone to how they could provide a quality differences and perceives their health school is not for the weak as it pandemic hit. And these setbacks and subjectively. Furthermore, he said requires waking up early for duty experiences have become memories push the play button for us to resume education regardless of the dilemma that it is a steppingstone for them to until sleepless nights come because that he will cherish on his next become globally competent nurses in of exams or quizzes that await the journey as they gave him motivation our lives. that we are facing. After countless the future. next day. The highlight of her nursing to fight whatever challenges that may We were deprived of a lot journey was being exposed to the come his way. Mentioning the pandemic is things to consider, they have finally of things during this pandemic, but hospitals, RHUs, and communities For Jean Andrea Agsunod, we did not let it get through us. We as she encountered different kinds of they have come to surpass another one of the things I opt to avoid, but announced that there will be limited tried to become the best versions of people, some of whom lifted her up hardships and difficult moments ourselves. With all the struggles that to finish the degree. when their junior and senior came. it has already been embedded in our face-to-face classes for the Allied we have faced, it is indeed fulfilling Finishing a degree is one of They were so happy about having how we were able to overcome the greatest gifts that every student limited face-to-face classes, though lives, so I guess we need to deal with Health Sciences students. The joy everything, of course, with the help and their parents have been dreaming it was no longer the same, yet they of our clinical instructors, family, of. Different experiences therefore still managed to survive all the it. Frankly, the pandemic has affected that we felt was immeasurable during friends, and most importantly, the make us appreciate our life because cramming and procrastinating. It Lord Almighty. you don’t know how lucky you was a roller coaster ride of emotions me in every way. I am not quite sure the announcement of limited face-to- When I asked Ericka Joyce are unless you get to know another for her, especially when she was Rabaja regarding her nursing life version of life stories. working on her research/case study on your part, but I believe at some face classes, but nothing could beat journey, she started off by expressing Placido Tabor III described with her groupmates and friends. She gratitude to the creator for guiding his nursing life journey as a little said, “Though nothing is easy when point it did. our excitement when we were given and helping her through four years bit different but mostly similar to you’re surviving college life, all of as a student nurse. She believed that all his classmates. In his freshman the hurdles in our journey as nursing I keep on saying that it the chance to complete our remaining God made everything possible. She year, it was just hard for him to students tend to create memories. All said that attending nursing school was adjust since he was introduced to you have to do is to find your circle is devastating how we, students, Related Learning Experience (RLE) a mentally and emotionally draining a new environment, and it was his of friends who can help and guide experience for her. For some people, first time being independent. It was you all the way to the end.” especially those of us in the healthcare in the community and hospital they think it’s easy, but for her it’s during his sophomore year when he Life won’t always be full of not because it’s full of sacrifices, started his duty, and he was anxious ups and downs. There are also lefts, field, have been greatly overwhelmed setting. sleepless nights, difficulties, as it was his first ever experience as rights, and u-turns. U-turns are the unlimited exams, clinical duties, case well as delivering a female baby. He worst part for me because getting by this dilemma. The skills that we Internet connectivity has presentations, return demos, nursing witnessed the process of caesarean to the finish line is the goal, but a care plans, drug studies, oral defense, u-turn occurred due to unforeseen have missed have become our major become one of the greatest barriers to and other requirements. She went section circumstances. To the people who through phases like crying, failing problem. It keeps echoing in our our learning process. We need a lot of an exam and having setbacks, but have u-turns in life, don’t worry. she never gave up. Nursing is one of You’ll have your time. minds how unequipped we are to adjustments, not just for us students the difficult courses to teach online U-turns are somehow good because it is skill-based, yet their because they remind you face the real world. We were scared but also for our clinical instructors. clinical instructors worked hard to to stay grounded and give provide them with quality education you time to think about the of all the things happening to us, but The restrictions of the pandemic despite the COVID-19 situation. things you’ve missed on your way to the finish line. our clinical instructors never failed to seem to overwhelm everyone and Though it was a tough journey, she The real question now is, survived through the help of her extend their help and equip us for our make our work heavier. friends and her family, who “Is there really a finish line?” believed in her. I guess it’s not the finish line future. Two years were robbed of Indeed, that we are after. The lines that “Philippians seem to be our finish lines were With that, I am quite struck us. Two years and a half of Related 4:13, I can do just a pause line wherein we can all things rest for a bit because finish lines with a quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt Learning Experience (RLE) were through are just imaginary. We just use it to Christ who encourage ourselves to give the best saying, “A smooth sea never made a turned into case studies. We were that we can and to keep ourselves improving. Therefore, we need to skilled sailor.” Our roller coaster ride supposed to be in the hospital, keep going because this is what through our college journey made me caring for an actual client instead we call life. realize that we became stronger due of watching the live conference of to the setbacks and obstacles we have operations. faced. We lacked skills and that The dream that we have hurt us the most, so the joy that keeps on lingering in our minds we felt during the announcement as we are about to close another of limited face-to-face classes was milestone in our lives. It’s too early immeasurable. We have to relearn to say that we have already reached the basics and learn new skills such our ultimate goal in life unless we as intradermal and intramuscular have claimed the two letters after injection. Nasogastric Tube insertion. our name, being a Registered Nurse Oxygen Therapy Administration and (RN). Regardless of those thoughts, of course the Intravenous insertion. we should not deny the fact that A journey towards we deserve to be applauded for our something is not an easy task achievements throughout our nursing indeed. I had the journey. We also deserve to clap for impression ourselves as we have also wiped our that tears countless times. we As a nursing student, I cannot fathom how I was able to come to this point. The disappointment I nursing students have in myself makes my heart shrink had a lot to tell. With that, even more. I tend to invalidate my I asked some of my little wins because it makes me feel classmates to share their like everything I do is not enough, sentiments that I will never be enough. The before and after of our nursing journey are full of ups and downs. We used to rant and cry because of the unending quizzes, exams, and

20 February 2022 - July 2022 FEATURE Friends: I Frances Kyle Lapitan In this suffocating world, we The vampire need someone to give us air, We need something or breathe for us, and keep us someone to vent our emotions alive. to, but these are the people who Friends, like white pearls, will be needing your shoulders are filled with pure intentions. As and leave you drained instead. the famous quotation says, “No There are a lot of types of energy man is an island.” It’s as cliché vampires, but I am talking as it sounds, but it’s true. We about narcissists. The “feeling need a companion in our lives. relevant” is as if the world We need someone who we can revolves around them. They enjoy the ride with. Someone will need your energy to listen who’ll help us row our boats and to them and care for them, but brave the current. Someone who when it’s your turn to vent, they we can dance in the rain with. are nowhere to be found. Just Someone who can stay by our like vampires who only come side even through the looking out to hunt for food at night and glass. Someone who could help then hide in the forenoon. us grow and grow with us. Friends are our soul The “doctor kwak-kwak” mates. Our minds and souls are The “sa tingin mo just bound together. Sometimes tinutulungan ka pero inuuto ka we’ll even wonder if we have pala” kind of people. They are the power of telepathy because the people who will manipulate we know what they mean you just to get what they want. without even saying anything. They even think that they’re The feeling of strong connection superior, the controller, and you, because even our actions sync. the puppet. An example of these They are the people with whom people are the “Beh, palibre.” we can speak with our eyes and ones, but when you don’t hearts. have any money to treat them However, there are anymore, they will dump you people who we already consider like you have never even existed our friends but don’t deserve in their life before. the title. People naturally trust, especially those who have never The feeling entitled experienced betrayal in their life. These people are the So it is easy for them to believe arrogant ones. The “ma-pride” what they see and perceive that who can’t accept their mistakes what is served in front of them and thinks that they are more is genuine. Unfortunately, some important than others. These people take advantage of their people will invalidate your innocence. Some are strangers, feelings and opinions because and some are people who we call they think that they are the ones our friends. who matter the most. They can Here are some kinds of even be draining and irritating. people. The people to lose, and Their heads get bigger, and it’s those who are for keeps. hard for them to look around and see others’ feelings. How ironic Who to let go? it is that they have heads so big The hybrid yet so narrow. Half-human, half-snake. They are the people who pretend Who to keep? to care but have already plotted The Nike a hidden agenda against you. Someone who will say They are the dream killers who “Just do it” to things that you crave watching you fail. They want to do. Sometimes, what we will never want to see you win need is just a little push to pursue and will continue to poison and something we’re doubtful about. drain the life out of your dreams. So we need someone who “Wag na beh, baka masaktan supports and encourages us to ka.” Familiar? take a step and motivates us to make something happen. They The Judas will empower you and help you Yup, you’re right. These defy the odds, opening your are the people who became close eyes to see your limits and what to you but chose to betray you in you’re capable of. the end. Real friends will never turn their back on you. They will The BDO never abandon you. But these Disclaimer, these are people will. They will give you not the people who can always up for their benefit. We can’t give you money (how I wish). blame them, though. But it’s They are the map, as they are your gain to lose a friend like the ones who’ll help you find this. your way. They are the people

February 2022 - July 2022 21 FEATURE Know who to keep and who to let go who will make you shift your well that to say they’ve already perspective, eliminate the veil learned you by heart is an that covers you, and make you understatement. They are the see the beautiful things in life. people who you remember first They will help you appreciate when you need someone to cry the little things in life that make to and someone to celebrate life a little easier. They will help with. They will share with you you enjoy your path so that you their life realizations and laugh will value living and keep on at your foolishness as well. wanting to be alive. They are the people who will open their doors for you at 2 The judge A.M. when you have nowhere If you have the Nike, to go and need to escape from you should have the judge, too. your loneliness. These people They are the people who don’t feel like home because they’ve criticize or judge you. Instead, been one of your refuges when they are the ones who won’t you’re at your weakest. tolerate your bad actions. Let’s be honest, sometimes we can’t The sea see our bad attitudes if they are The one who you seeks not pointed out by other people. after some stressful events in They are the ones who’ll correct your life. The person who you your mistakes and help you can go to as an escape from improve without making you the hustle and bustle. The one feel belittled. who’ll welcome you with open arms and just be with The attorney you, giving you pure calmness They’re people who’ll and serenity. Being with them defend you even in your absence. gives you the feeling of relief They are the most loyal friends like you finally found your you’ll ever have. They value refuge after a relentless storm. you so much that they don’t They are home. They won’t want others to speak badly of push you away, they’ll greet you. Although, it is impossible you openly even when you’re to eradicate negative thoughts of torn into pieces, and give you other people about us, but these the healing that you need. friends will still fight and defend They are the ones who’ll help your name. you breathe. The ones who’ll remind you that you can sit The clown still, do nothing, but still living. We need a clown in our It is not a walk in the park to lives. They are the people who find this kind of friend, so if are not afraid to look stupid just you already found your sea. to see you smile. When life gets You need to keep them. too serious and you can’t even If you are reading smile anymore, these friends this article, you must have a will be the ones to trigger our specific person in mind. Which tickle spot, pulling your laughter category are they fit for? You out (sometimes you can even see, it is vital to make good pee a little). choices. Break up with them as soon as you realize they The Pfizer are not your friends. These They are the people people will only hinder your who boost your immune system growth and harm you. Choose and protect you from viruses. an environment where you can Viruses mean criticism and grow and surround yourself negativity. They will boost with people who will allow you your self-esteem, making you to be yourself. Don’t try too immune to all of the criticism. hard to fit into their standards. Whenever they attack you or When you feel like you don’t verbally abuse you, it won’t belong, fear not to leave. affect you anymore. They will Your space is waiting for you shower you with appreciation, somewhere else. If they want assurance, and positivity. They you there, they will put you are both water and sunshine who there. It is vital for every one smile when they see you grow of us to self-reflect. Just always and bloom. remember to be the friend you always wanted to have. The diary Appreciate and value your They are the people friendship, don’t take them for to whom you can freely tell granted. Keep your friends, everything without any worry but the most important friend that they will judge you. They to keep is God and yourself. are the friends who you’re Don’t ever lose them. closest with. They know you so

22 February 2022 - July 2022 FEATURE NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY Balance: A Way to Cope Publisher EDITORIAL BOARD AND STAFF AY 2021-2022, 2ND SEMESTER Tadeja, Pamela V. I Editor-In-Chief I Daphney P. Tabigne it is unavoidable. Although we problem with not knowing what to do feels clouded with the problems that Rapacon, Dyan Rae G. I Managing Editor experience this in our lives, we still in a particular assignment is tiring to I am dealing with, and sometimes all Agcaoili, Zenith Kin P. I Copyeditor Back then, I always thought have differences in how we cope with see until having a breakdown. I think is to give up. But then, some Raquinio, Charisse Sophia A. I News Editor that life was all rainbows the level of stress that we are dealing I often face situations like thoughts come to my mind suddenly Bonoan, Keishey Aiana H. I Literary Editor and butterflies. From how with. this during a typical day. There are that I should fight those problems. Lazo, Kristene Claire O. I Features Editor I played on the playground to my So, even though stress is days when I choose to ignore the Sometimes I want to cry while Lorenzo, Ziantal Samantha B. I Sports Editor relationships with friends and family, our body’s normal reaction to the difficulties so that I may maintain thinking about it, which is not bad Galiza, Clark Justine A. I Lead Layout & Graphic Artist I believed this to be true. I do silly challenges we experience, there are some level of control over my because, in that way, I can manage Pascua, Russel Joy L. I Lead Cartoonist things only to be happy and have the situations in which we might benefit circumstances and avoid being and somehow lessen my burden. Aquino, Jonh Lloyd I Lead Photojournalist best of what I have. from the negative emotions that it completely overwhelmed. At that After dealing with a But once I got into my brings. It makes it easier for us to deal moment, I am also engaged in challenging situation, rewarding Staff Members: teenage life, I realized how big the with our problems and encourages us considering ways to alleviate the myself and taking a break helps me world was and how complicated it to look for ways to overcome them. source of the stress. But I can’t ignore relax and clear my mind to move on Alcaraz, Jereanne Ashley F. was to deal with a simple argument On the contrary, one should not the fact that there is a stressor that eats with my life. Disconnect to reconnect Aspili, Jhian Denver G. with friends. This part got me to say disregard the fact that stress might me until I completely break down and and recharge to get a new way of Baltazar, Leihzelie Jharlayne that I have a problem. affect their mental health. Thus, feel like going crazy because I don’t thinking that I can do it and that this Bartolome, Alvin R. Until entering the last stage coping with it in the ways that are know how to get out of the situation. is just something I must deal with Bartolome, Kerizle Monique C. of adolescence and learning the word possible should be considered. However, as the saying goes, one every day. Also, to have recreational Buduan, Kate Corine R. “STRESS.” This word has already Being a student is difficult, must go on with their life. It’s not a activities, like watching movies, Bulanadi, Roussel I. been part of our lives whenever we and as a freshman who is exposed to terrible idea to take a break every once playing games, and doing little silly Buted, Donald Cristopher B. encounter a specific problem or if we a different way of learning, it might in a while to collect one’s thoughts, things to be happy and not thinking Cabiliza, Jhon Keampher are unhappy about anything. Because be difficult to handle. Especially unwind, and breathe. However, being of always carrying the burden. Candia, Carl Dominic A. it is our alternative way of expressing since we are virtually learning and stuck for an extended period is not We may be different in Corpuz, Aira G. that we’re having an issue without not being able to socialize, problems desirable. Thus, having ways to cope how we deal with our stresses in life Corpuz, Erika Winslet S. going into detail, the phrase “I am arise. The feeling of having loads with it is the best way. and the ways to cope. Regardless of Curammeng, Michelle Faye L. stressed” allows us to let out whatever of activities to do in a day is so Just like the song “Won’t what level of stress we deal with, Damo, Mark Bryan D. problems we may be experiencing. exhausting. It is frustrating because Go Home Without You” by Maroon the fact that we are under it does not De La Cruz, Jeanette Aira G. Indeed, every one of us no matter how I try to motivate 5, where it says, “Every night you cry change that it is still stress. Balance Felipe Jr., Jessie G. experiences this phenomenon, and myself to do those assignments, I yourself to sleep. Thinking: “Why is everything in life. If all problems Fernandez, Samiel B. always end up stressed because of the does this happen to me? Why does are concentrated on one side, like a Flor, Kleirisha M. pressure that I might not be able to every moment have to be so hard?” I seesaw, we will be unable to move Foronda, Aletha Janine D. finish them before the deadline. The can’t deny that there are times that life out of our circumstances. Foronda, Lucky Jastine D. Gabriel, Hanna May C. Jacinto, Earl John G. Jacinto, Lady Kyla The Recreation in Recreational Activities: Jornacion, Leyn S. A Distraction from Reality Juan, Larissa T. Lagoc, Justine Von B. Lapitan, Frances Kyle T. Lucas, Maria Irish C. Maquiraya, Brittany Lei Membrere, Emar Jabez D. Menor, Aian Mark Orcia, Jenuca Coleen B. Prudenciano, Joebert C. Salasac, Denielle Ellixe C. Santillan, Poll Anthony R. 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February 2022 - July 2022 23 FEATURE The True Beauty of Firsts I Zenith Kin P. Agcaoili Or do you believe that individual traumas and scars, as well enough for her to be a law student. misunderstandings with her marriage is simply more than two as their personal challenges. Hence, her dream was to become a boyfriend about wanting to get Everyone must have had their people loving each other that made writer. She defied her father and left married. Her boyfriend is two years firsts, such as the first time them enter such a sacred stage of a It accurately depicts what life holds home just so she could enroll as a younger than her and does not appear they fell in love with someone. relationship? I sometimes wonder if for couples, as well as what is going literature student. to be ready to marry. Also, Won- It may be something unforgettable or it can also be a union of individuals on in their relationship and their urge She has a perky nature and seok strongly believed that love and completely terrifying. It might be who share a common understanding to enter the marriage phase. is utterly smart and hardworking. marriage are two different things, and our first day of school, our first trip, and principles. It also illustrates the Hence, she never once became the getting married means they have to our first kiss, or the first heartbreak Because This Is My First realities of being raised in a main scriptwriter for any drama being face responsibilities like having kids. we’ve experienced. Do you, on the Life (also known as This Life Is Our patriarchal home or having stern and produced. Also, none of the dramas In the end, Ho-rang realized other hand, believe that this is our First) is a romantic comedy Korean principled parents. It could be scary she wrote became known. And at that things like marriage should not first life? drama series that focuses on the and at the same time suffocating to be a certain point in her career, she be rushed, even though she was At this point, what does realism of careers, relationships, controlled by the desires of the elders stopped writing. She was left flawed, afraid she was getting too old for love mean to you? Others may argue and marriage as well as the stories disregarding what one truly wants. down and out, and traumatized. it. She’s learned that marriage is a that love knows no gender, age, or the lead characters have. This series Nam Se-hee works as a They both thought that process, not just a phase. Personally, race. Or it might just be a chemical confronts the harsh realities of life computer designer for Ma Sang- they could perfectly carry out the I believe that love and marriage are response produced by the release and resists conventional narratives goo’s start-up company, where he contract they signed, as they strongly not the same things. Marriage may of high quantities of dopamine and such as an affluent leading man designed an app called “Don’t Marry, believed that they were not each involve love, and vice versa, but norepinephrine. For the hopeless meeting an impoverished female lead Date,” which serves as a dating app other’s type. Love has its ways, and the duties of these two concepts are romantics, it may be something or the other way around. for those looking for someone to date magic happens. In the end, no matter diverse. exhilarating that they can experience. It could be considered online. His life focuses on statistics how Ji-ho tried to drift apart from What I also loved about It might be the butterflies in one’s an underrated series that has a lot and logic, and he is socially awkward. Se-hee, she would still come back this drama was Won-seok’s love stomach, the sparks that show of surprises in its plot. The way He’d prefer to spend the rest of his into his arms. So it was with Se-hee, for Ho-rang. For him, Ho-rang was whenever they see the person who reality was portrayed, not only in life with his cat than date someone. unaware, that he learned what love his first love, first relationship, and took their breath away, or the slow- terms of life but as well as being in While he was being frivolous and is—also, he learned how to love first heartbreak. Throughout their motion momentum they feel the first a relationship and marriage, was limiting his expenses in order to save again and the essence of marriage. 7-year long relationship, it revolved time they encounter the person they unusual and vivid, but absolutely money for his apartment’s mortgage, There are stories in this around him and his own happiness; refer to as the love of their life. perfect. he would ironically spend all of his drama that viewers must know, and never put himself in Ho-rang’s The dictionary defines love The beauty of experiencing money on the bills of his beloved realize, and learn from. Woo Soo- shoes, if she was still happy and in as an intense sensation of profound firsts was highlighted in this drama. cat, Kitty. He is cautious and doesn’t ji, Ji-ho’s friend, an independent their relationship. He tried to let her attachment or a strong interest and The tingling sensation of discovering understand what love or marriage woman dreaming of being her own go with the mindset that she should pleasure in something. It may be your first love. The first time a person entails. boss, has gone through the sensual find someone who would willingly expressed in a variety of ways, falls in love. One of the characters’ He recently rented out the comments of her colleague while left marry her and make her happy. In the and it can signify more than just first and only romance, as well as second room in his apartment before unable to speak for herself for a long end, they realize that they burn for being lovers or being in an intimate the agonizing sorrow of the first he was put in a difficult scenario time. She couldn’t punch them right each other and that, like before, they relationship. Love may be difficult to heartache. The first to tie the knot. in which he was threatened with a in the face as she wanted to work couldn’t live without each other. convey to someone, and love has its The misery of being the first child. divorce from his parents in order for peacefully. She was a woman full of Through Won-seok and Ho- own language. Love can take many And the lessons learned from the him to date or marry someone. He surprises. With hard work and being rang, I’ve learned that love is truly forms, including eros (erotic/ characters’ initial encounters. mistook Yoon Ji-ho for a guy while honest with herself, she was able to magical and full of mystery. If both sexual or passionate love), The show also revealed each referring to her name. He also rated establish her own company. lovers were truly meant for each philia (love between Ji-ho as the best renter he had, and One thing I’ve definitely other, they might break up at some lovers, friends, or character’s he openly stated that he liked her learned from her is to stand up point, but they would still be for brotherly love), storge since she fit all of the requirements against people who treat you badly. each other in the end. The path their (parental love for outlined in the contract they signed. It’s not a bad thing to teach them how love is taking will still lead them to their child/ren), After discovering the fact to treat you. Also, success isn’t only each other in the end, no matter how and agape (love of that Ji-ho is a woman and Se-hee limited to people who are wealthy; different their paths are. God or the love of is a guy because Ji-ho mistook it could be meant for someone who What this drama has taught mankind). her for a woman, the two of them strives hard to succeed. me is to embrace and face the traumas Do you Yang Ho-rang, a friend of we have. We will always be chained think love and continued to live together as they Ji-ho’s who’s very affectionate and if we don’t try to face the scars of marriage can exist as both compromised on the demands very cautious about herself, dreams the past. Also, this drama depicts the separate entities that they each wanted. Ji-ho needs a of being a housewife and marrying reality of life and the harshness of the will never be merged? place to sleep, while Se-hee needs her long-time (7-year) boyfriend, world that people who want to love Or do you believe that someone to recycle his trash, keep Sim Won-seok. She works at marriage is more than his flat tidy, and care for his cat. a restaurant and envies and get married face. simply two people loving At some point, they both her friends who are Sometimes, things each other, which is why agreed to a two-year marriage already married. do not go on they are entering such a sacred contract so that Se-hee would no She got into your way; stage of their relationship, but longer be troubled by her mother, several sometimes, that it may also be a union of enabling Ji-ho to no longer be it is you individuals who share common homeless. against understanding and principles? Yoon Ji-ho, on the other the odds hand, was an assistant drama of the scriptwriter. Despite being a top world. student upon entering Seoul National University, her grades weren’t

24 February 2022 - July 2022 FEATURE REVI EW I Zenith Kin P. Agcaoili money? And how does money turn a would be game over for them. given a chance to finally escape the turns out he fooled him, it was stones human into an evil being? place they are stuck. However, they all along. He knows how to exploit Twelve years ago, Squid People who are helpless... The first game was Red still faced the same issue they left other people’s weaknesses, so he Game was underappreciated, trust blindly. The series revolves when they joined the game. Hence, could use them as a steppingstone to tossed, and rejected by around one of the protagonists’ Light, Green Light. They were life outside seems more hellish than win. He also showed how evil he can studios. In the year 2021, it became stories, Seong Gi-hun, whose life the place they left. In the second be just for the sake of winning huge the most-watched Netflix series of was turned upside down after being simply instructed to cross the line on episode, all of their struggles were sum of money. all time. It has overturned charted divorced, becoming a failed father exposed. One was living a life full of The beauty of friendship series/movies and rocketed to the of his daughter, and becoming a the other side, which was guarded lies. One has to work hard so she can and sacrifice. The series wasn’t just top, loved immensely by binge- gambling addict. He is not only smuggle her parents back from North about violence, but how a beautiful watchers. As it has become a smash struggling financially to support his by a gigantic doll, and only move Korea. One is an immigrant who’s friendship blooms after meeting hit must-watch series, Netflix has daughter but is also on the verge of living at the edge of his life trying accidentally. As someone who granted an additional season that will losing his hope of proving himself forward when there was a green light. to figure out what to do next after watched the series, a certain episode answer open questions and reveal the worthy of his daughter’s custody. sending his family back to his own that made me realize I am such a cry mystery of this dystopian thriller. A lot went from failing to give a When there is a red light, they are not country. He is also the one who has baby was when two certain players What makes this series decent birthday gift and celebration life sourer towards him, struggling to just formed a new friendship and the worth watching was Hwang Dong- for his daughter to get his prize allowed to move even an inch. The patch things back together, especially other one decided to make a sacrifice hyuk’s (the writer and director of money stolen and signing an IOU after his mother fell terminally ill. so her friend would be able to reach Squid Game) personal experiences, with his loan shark, making his day twist? When you lose, you get shot Work smarter, not harder. her goal. That simply got my heart particularly the financial worries he go haywire. He then met a strange In one of the episodes from this hurting so badly as it was really a was facing just as the protagonist of man in a tuxedo who offered him to death. This simply illustrates that series where they played a game that beautiful scene. Her smile before the series was incorporated. Though to play a little game. In exchange included dalgona candy (honeycomb being taken away as well was sincere it took years to finally be turned into for defeating him, he would receive one should see the red and green candy) with a shape embedded in it and showed that she was happy to a film --- its plot, casting, lessons 100,000 Korean won. If he loses, that needed to be separated. This has meet a friend like her and wished that viewers can learn from it, and quality though, he gets slapped in the face. lights of life. If you push further brought out everyone’s eagerness to her sacrifice would be worth it. did not disappoint. Desperate and helpless, he played win and survive the game. Others The series brilliantly It might have given the until he took home enough money, when it’s a red light, it might cost strategized how they could separate depicted how dangerous money can impression that one couldn’t move including a calling card that the man the shapes without breaking them, be and demonstrated that money is forward from the childhood they had, offered, saying he could make more you something, including your life. just like using a lighter to heat up the root of all evil. Hence, the blame especially with the games they used by just playing. the needle so it’s easy for the candy shouldn’t be put on the money alone, to play and enjoy when they were a Trusting blindly, thinking it It teaches the lesson that one should to melt or licking the candy until it but as well as the shortcomings of child---it is more than that. Things was just as simple as what he does becomes thin enough to pop out human beings. or sentiments are lurking behind when he gambles---he found himself patiently wait for the green light to the shape. One should note that Squid Game Season 2 has those games that have yet to unfold stuck in an odd place. He was with one shouldn’t be stuck with one been announced recently and has its meaningful and tear-jerking lessons. other people in green uniforms with constantly appear, and one should method to survive; one must learn to fans excited about it. The series did As a child, we used to enjoy numbers embedded in them, and improvise or look for other ways. not only give us exceptional scenes, various games like Patintero, Langit he saw people as well in hot pink take time to move forward. The stench of betrayal. Sang- selection of cast, and plot but also Lupa, Hide and Seek, etc. to kill time suits with weird engravings on their woo did not face the viewers’ hatred gave us life lessons we could learn or bond with friends. However, the masks, like circles and squares. It’s a matter of life and debt. from it. It’s not only about violence, characters of this series, played the He later discovered that he once, but several times because debt, or childhood; it’s about family, games with their lives on the line. was in the company of They realize, after the first game, of his self-centeredness and being a father, being a son, being a For them, it isn’t something they people who were in the the betrayal he committed daughter and sister, being a friend, just did as a trip down memory lane same situation as him, that they have acquainted themselves with his comrades or an someone who’s striving to survive, of their childhood, it was something drowning in debt. old friend. There was and finding more about yourself. they took a risk to resolve problems What they have with a game that may either cost them one scene that really Overall, it is a must- that adults usually face. gotten themselves pierced my heart, watch series as its twists are really How far will you go just into is playing a fortune or their death. They have when he betrayed unexpected and well portrayed. A for the sake of a game and Ali, thinking series not for the faint of heart or having a chance been swarmed with regret, having Sang-woo gave those who dislike violent scenes. to win a large all his marbles Though it is something considered sum of money been swayed by the prizepool as well to him so he dark, there’s definitely something to pay their could win that would pull you in and make you debts and start as the terms, thinking it was just a and finally mesmerized by it. anew. Little did reunite with simple game they needed to play to his family. they know, it Though it win money that could pay off their debt. What makes this place more tempting? Every eliminated or dead player is equivalent to 100 million Korean won, and every time they lose a player, the prizepool increases. Life is tougher than it seems. They were

February 2022 - July 2022 25 FEATURE I Daphney P. Tabigne Flame of Hope All of Us Are Dead (AOUAD) san’s neighbor and childhood friend. president. Because she lives in thinks about is herself, even though father of one of the students at Hyosan is one of the most anticipated She is one of the main characters her world and is preoccupied with everyone is doing their best to High School, who got bullied in the K-dramas since it features a in this series. Given that she is a her studies, she has acquired the survive. One thing that irritated me first episode. Though he only wanted zombie apocalypse genre. Following fireman’s daughter, she has a general nicknames “cold-headed” and was how she deceived Chong-san’s the best for his son, his ways were Squid Game, the thriller became the understanding of survival techniques. “introvert.” My favorite aspect of closest buddy into showing her point not good because they led to a worse second Korean drama to top Netflix’s I start to frown on my forehead, NamRa’s portrayal is her parents’ to the other students. scenario. Nonetheless, his character US list. It was broadcast as a Netflix thinking about what her real deal expectations for her to excel in Ha Seung-Ri plays Jang shows how much a parent can do to original series in early 2022, directed is. Though she is still in shock, I all aspects of her ACADS, which Ha-ri, a final-year senior student who their child. by Lee Jae-Kyoo and Kim Nam-Su. understand her situation well enough happens in real life when parents competes in archery and is Woo- Eun-Ji was one of the The series was formulated based on to analyze and develop a better plan. expect too much of their children, jin’s elder sister (one of the students people bullied by the group of Gwi- the novel “Now at Our School” by Nevertheless, I love how she matured causing pressure. For Nam-Ra, trapped when the outbreak began). Nam. Together with Kim Cheol-Soo, Joo Dong-Geun’s Webtoon. This through all the episodes and used all her parents’ expectations have Her efforts to assist everyone, Eun-Ji got stranded on the rooftop. series quickly garnered popularity her knowledge to help them survive. resulted from her lack of friends. especially those in the restroom with She had a deep vengeance towards on social media platforms due to Yoon Chan-young, also Nevertheless, I am still happy that, in her, have earned my appreciation the bullies since they had harassed its engaging plot and captivating known as Lee Cheong-san, is one the end, she felt how to have a real for being an excellent sister and for her before the outbreak. She was also characters. of the students of Hyosan High friend who made him stronger and everything she has done to help others. one who became resistant to the virus AOUAD revolves around School who were trapped. He is the showed them how much she could Even though everyone judges her for because of her grudge. I was hoping a group of Hyosan High School childhood friend of On-Jo and has a do for her friends. not being good in the competition that she would take revenge on Gwi- students who struggle to live against crush on her. Chong-san is the kind Yoo In-soo plays Yoon she entered, she still proves her skills Nam for bullying her. However, the zombie outbreak due to a faulty of person who is selfless; I admire Gwi-Nam, a belligerent student who to help them survive. Somehow, things got different when he chose to scientific experiment conducted him from the start because he is well- bullies other students and acts as the both Jang Ha-ri and Nam-Ra share enjoy what she wanted, which was by their science instructor. This minded about what is going on, and series’ primary antagonist. I didn’t some characteristics wherein they to be free, without the other people series will raise your expectations despite the hurdle of escape, he still anticipate him being the villain at both do their best to get validation seeing her as a bullied and weak to a new level, as you will go on a has the presence of mind to think first since he was a henchman for the from their parents, since Jang Ha-ri girl, which is heartwarming because, roller coaster trip filled with mixed wisely. I like how he cares for his actual bullies. However, I appreciate didn’t go home after the competition finally, she had the chance to do what emotions, much like someone who friends and is eager to lay down his how he became the antagonist since because she didn’t want her parents she wanted. has already seen the movie. Although life for them. The way he acts calm he exhibited it before the zombie to become disappointed. Ahn Ji-Ho plays Kim Chul- it is a typical series of an apocalyptic and judges each situation sets my outbreak began due to his selfishness Lee Eun-Saem plays Park soo, a student and bullying victim zombie K-drama, there is something heart fluttering. Though he seems and willingness to put people in Mi-jin, a senior student trapped in the of Gwi-Nam. He was with Eun-Ji that will make it stand out among a little bit distant from his parents danger. What I’ve learned about his restroom of Hyosan High School. She from the start when they got bullied others because of its uniqueness. It when his friends meet them because character is how far your illusion is a badass girl since she doesn’t have and trapped on the rooftop when is one-of-a-kind in that it addresses of his shyness, in the end, he proves may lead you. Because he is the first that much temper. The memes I have the outbreak began. He has a crush a wide range of real-life issues that how good and loving a son he is, and student to become resistant to the seen on social media describe her on Eun-Ji. That’s why he cares so exist across the globe. It showcases it is kind of heartbreaking to show it virus, he sees it as an advantage to as a “Shibal girl.” Even though Mi- much for her. Chul-soo somehow the problems of bullying, love for to them too late. Indeed, he is the best do anything he wants by whatever Jin speaks very vulgarly, sometimes possesses the effect of bullying family, friendship, early lovers, boy. means necessary because he is impulsively in her decisions, and wherein, throughout the series, his political power, trust, etc. What’s Park Solomon, as Lee Su- thirsty for power. What’s more talks like she doesn’t care about trust issues develop, and he ends even more fascinating about this Hyeok, is a former member of a bully aggravating is that he can’t die no others, I still couldn’t stop my tears up being selfish, which is annoying is how the students defy society’s group at Hyosan High School. He has matter what others attempt to do to from flowing when I witnessed how when the other students badly need stereotype of youth as irresponsible. a secret crush on Nam-Ra. Su-Hyeok him, which becomes tiresome as the caring she is to her colleagues. Her his help. Nevertheless, the path There are 12 episodes in already showed how skillful he was series progresses since it continues cry makes me sad because I can that he chooses leads him to instant this series, which features a large at fighting the zombies with the other repeating itself. feel how she wants them to survive karma. core of cast and establishes the main trapped students at the movie’s start. Lee Yoo-mi plays Lee behind that stone personality. “We live in a system of characters’ distinct personalities. He is the kind of person who does Na-Yeon, a Hyosan High School Im Jae-Hyuk as Yang Dae- violence. A nobody like me can’t According to an article that I have what he wants because it might be student who thinks she is superior Su. He had a crush on Jang Ha-Ri. He change the system” – Lee Byeong- read, it shines in its nearly entirely the last time he does it, just like how to everyone else and egocentric. was the balancer among the students Chan. isolated setting, allowing the he expressed his love to Nam-Ra. For who were trapped. His humor and audience to concentrate on how the someone who has already watched Because of her bad attitude jokes make the students somehow Although All of Us are students interact. this series, perhaps Su-Hyeok in the first episode of the happy despite their situation because Dead plots the centers of zombies, In addition to that, based got their attention because series, I assumed she it somehow builds their friendship the very realistic premise from the on the videos I’ve seen, of his charisma. The way would become the with the other student. His physical start of the series causes it all, which the director previously antagonist. I’m features help them a lot because he is is injustice. The ignorance of the said that most of the his eyes communicate not too fond of a big guy. school faculty to the violence that’s characters in this in the film makes her character, Kim Byung-Chul as Lee happening leads to more dangerous series are rookies. my heart skip a no matter how Byeong-chan, the science teacher and life-threatening scenarios. All Here’s a beat. much I try to in all, this series is worth watching glimpse for those Cho Yi comprehend who created the virus and because of the valuable life lessons it who want to learn Hyun, as her position the overarching more about the Choi Nam- since she is antagonist. Aside gives. characters involved. Ra, portrays a impulsive. All from being a Park Ji-hu plays high-achieving she teacher, Nam On-jo, and she is student he is and the also Cheong- class the

26 February 2022 - July 2022 KOMIKWAGO

February 2022 - July 2022 27 FEATURE Internship of 10 qualified students at Northwestern University Ecological Park and Botanic Gardens

28 February 2022 - July 2022 FEATURE NWU Advanced Officers and Midshipmen Officer Candidate Course during the Summer Camp Training-MS3 at Dagupan, Pangasinan

February 2022 - July 2022 29 SPORTS Meet Ernesto Guzman Jr., 6-time Poomsae Taekwondo World Champion I Pamela V. Tadeja Regional Adviser in the Cagayan Jr. switched to Poomsae. In the win should be present there too. Valley Region in 1996. In the same year, he became a member of You need to bear in mind that the Ernesto Guzman Jr., a same year, Guzman Jr. started his the Philippine National Poomsae country depends on you because Filipino jin, is currently formal training in Ilagan, Isabela Team. The player never thought an athlete brings only one one of the most sought- until he became a black belt in that Poomsae would serve after individuals in the field of 1999. as his next door for a purpose to a taekwondo after his boundless To pursue college, more notable journey. competition,” triumphs in international he returned to his province When he started he said. competitions. and enrolled at Cagayan State the new sport, it was not At 40, Hailing from one of the University–Main Campus in as easy as he expected. He was Ernesto northernmost provinces in the Tuguegarao City. The taekwondo surprised when he discovered Guzman country, this legendary athlete’s player was able to get an athletic that it takes time and repetitions Jr., journey propels a joyous punch scholarship with the guidance of to master it. of success after almost 30 years Mr. Robianes. He successfully “There is a pattern in currently of continuous hard work and finished Bachelor of Secondary performing Poomsae and that a 5th Dan dedication. Education Major in Music, Arts, makes it harder than Kyorugi. black belt, has Guzman Jr. was born in Physical and Health Education It demands consistency and already bagged Enrile, a landlocked municipality program which is aligned with his perfection [in] movements. The three individual located in the southwestern part career. proper style, the correct positions and three group of Cagayan. He started the sport The victor revealed of hand, leg, and body postures international after transferring to a nearby that he was first introduced must be neatly executed,” he awards. With 8 province in 1996. to Kyorugi, one discipline of reiterated. hours of training per One of his churchmates, taekwondo, which is also known The taekwondo star’s day, he foresees hoarding who was then a member of the as sparring or actual fighting. He dedication is truly an example more gold in the succeeding national team, introduced him to played Kyorugi from 1999 to of an unparalleled skill with a competitions. the sport. It was when his family 2010. Guzman Jr. admitted that goal. He also mentioned that moved to Cauayan, Isabela. he had a hard time adapting to its building self-discipline before the After a few months, modernized regulations because competition is the main secret to the athlete was able to meet the he was used to the traditional way. gaining attainment. late Jaime P. Robianes, who When his journey in “The moment you are was assigned as the Taekwondo Kyorugi ended in 2010, Guzman in the competition, your will to Get to know the Rising Superstar with Ilocano Descent I Maria Rheane Audny S. Ylarde Jalen Green is a Filipino- High School in Fresno California. in Napa, California. He backed On July 29, 2021, Green was American professional First, he led his basketball team his team to win the Grind Session chosen by the Houston Rockets to California Interscholastic World Championship. In March in the 2021 NBA Draft. Last basketball player under the Federation Central Section (CIF- 2020, he obtained the Sports August 10, 2022, Green visited CS) Division II runner-up and the Illustrated All-American player the Philippines as part of the team Houston Rockets of the CIF Division II quarterfinals and of the year title and the MaxPreps Adidas sportswear brand’ JG4 he obtained MaxPreps Freshman All-American first team. This Manila Tour. He was chosen as National Basketball Association All-American second team and accelerated his professional the global ambassador of Adidas CIF Central Section rookie of the basketball career. Philippines. (NBA). At 20, he already won year honors in his freshman year. He was chosen to play The 20-year-old rising During the early years of in the McDonald’s All-American professional basketball player three gold medals in the 2019 the basketeer, he led his team to Game, the Jordan Brand Classic, is indeed one of the the Central Section Division II and the Nike Hoop Summit but promising superstars FIBA (International Basketball title and the CIF Open Division was cancelled because of the with Ilocano roots. playoffs. This time, he was able COVID-19 pandemic. He started young Federation) U19 World Cup, to grab the MaxPreps National Green was ranked with hopes Sophomore of the Year Award as the No.1 top pick by the that never stop 2018 FIBA U17 World Cup, and made it to the USA Today Entertainment and Sports burning. All-USA California Boys Programming Network (ESPN). and 2017 FIBA Americas U16 Basketball Team. Afterward, Last April 16, 2020, President of he won his second successive NBA G League, Shareef Abdur- Championship. He was the Most Central Division championship. Rahim announced that Green He helped his team to reach e signed to contend under the NBA Valuable Player (MVP) during CIF Northern California Division G League. However, last March 8, I quarterfinals. Green, then 2021, his team was overthrown the 2018 FIBA U17 World Cup. obtained the 2019 USA Today by the Raptor 905 in All-USA California player their first round of Green was born in of the year. playoffs. In his senior Merced, California. His mother is year of high school, he transferred to Prolific Prep Bree Purganan, who is a Filipina from Ilocos Sur and his stepfather is Marcus Green. He has two sisters namely; Raquel Purganan and Jurnee Tyra. The athlete grew up in Livingston, California, and later moved to Fresno, California. He started playing basketball in sixth grade and played for the Amateur Athletic Union basketball. He disclosed that he had been practicing five hours a day. His basketball career accelerated during his secondary years at San Joaquin Memorial

30 February 2022 - July 2022 E-SPORTS I Zenith Kin P. Agcaoili “The game is not merciful to It gave more opportunities for first- exact locationa of hidden enemies within the those who lack imagination.” person shooter (FPS) addicts to have something vicinity. His ultimate ability, Beast of the Hunt, – Seer to explore besides the reigning FPS games enables him to take down enemies easily as enjoyed via mobile like Rules of Survival his vision turns monochrome while enemies Game developers have been too ambitious (ROS), PUBG Mobile, CODM, Sausage Man, are highlighted in red, feeding his bloodlust. about turning games being played on personal etc. Upon the rise of Apex Legends, it compelled Bloodhound is usually picked for people who computers (PCs) into mobile or console games. more game enjoyers to download the game aim for more kills or for people who carry the From PlayerUnknown’s Battleground (PUBG), considering it was newly released, so it requires game mostly. League of Legends: Wild Rift, to Call of Duty little storage and can be played on low-spec or Lifeline. Actually, a personal favorite (COD), Apex Legends has debuted in the world low-end devices, unlike the mentioned games as she is a combat-medic legend. I could attack of mobile games just this May 17th, 2022. that require high-end devices to enjoy them. or engage with enemies while healing from the Apex Legends has piqued the interest The game also allows you to team up damage dealt at the same time. What I like about of Battle Royale (BR) enthusiasts, who have with players from other regions without having Lifeline the most is that when one of my allies been anticipating its release since it was first to worry about ping or server issues. A player has been downed by an opponent, I could just announced. from the Philippines can basically be matched click the revive button and I would back a bit Its features are similar to Call of Duty with a player, for example, from Thailand, as it would automatically go into self-revive as Mobile (CODM) or any other BR game, just like Japan, etc., without experiencing any in-game a shield appears to protect the ally that is being Cyber Hunter. The only difference is its squad delays or lag. revived. And that was her passive skill, by the is composed of three (3) players, which is very The map is actually small compared to way: combat revive. I could go from being unlikely just like the famous BR squad games the famous maps of PUBG, which are Erangel a medic to a combatant in just a few seconds. that are composed of four (4) players each. The and Vikendi. It could be as big as CODM’s She comes in handy for support or support-frag players are also unable to choose whether to play Isolated or Blackout maps. A game would most roles. Her D.O.C Heal Drone is relatively useful duo vs squad or solo vs squad. likely take a minimum of 15 minutes, as per when deployed; it could continuously heal you You can play the game in either first- usual matchmaking, which requires a maximum and your teammate while engaging in a battle. person or third-person perspective (POV) and of 60 players only. The ultimate ability is the ability to deploy care grind your rank separately depending on which As its objective is to pick out the best packages that provide enough supplies for the point of view you choose. It’s like giving you weapon to be used to eliminate enemies and get team, such as upgraded helmets, armor, and a lot more ways to be strategic while playing, which to the safety zone as the circle shrinks as time more; and it is similar to airdrops being randomly POV is more comfortable for you as a game goes by---each player could be unlimitedly spawned on the map, with the exception that style. respawned after being defeated by an opponent Lifeline care packages can only be called by her. If CODM offers a diverse class selection when an ally recalls the dead teammate through Octavio Silva, also famously known as to make your games thrilling, Apex Legends has a respawn beacon. As long as a last man is Octane. He is a great choice for entry fraggers a selection of legends, which are the characters standing, defeated allies can re-enter the game for his adrenaline rush mode. This legend is that come with diverse roles or abilities that and plot revenge on their enemies. known for his bionic legs, which he got after are useful for battle. Each game becomes more Aside from buffed weapons through getting into a freaky accident and becoming a intense depending on which legend you have updates, legends selected before the match speed addict. Also, what comes in handy with chosen to make it through the battlefield. starting have a relatively big impact on gameplay. this legend is that he automatically heals when Basically, Apex Legends mobile Each legend comes with abilities, especially taking some damage from enemies, which is requires team play to become the champion of ultimate abilities that make each match exciting his passive ability. His tactical ability, Stim, the game. It’s not just a one-man show or carry, and unpredictable. grants him extra speed for six (6) seconds, hence but a team effort was given by legends with Bloodhound. The default legend is costing him a bit of his health (HP) every time it unique abilities, call-outs for strategic gameplay, used for the introductory part of the mobile is activated. It becomes critical for the player to and survival for the fittest to be named champion. game. Bloodhound can actually come in handy carefully consider being low on HP after using to scout roles but goes along well with entry the tactical ability not to engage in any fight or fraggers for his passive skill tracker can see left else the player might end up eliminated. His behind footsteps of enemies, wherein it is helpful ultimate ability, the jump pad, enables Octane to somehow to predict an enemy’s next move or deploy a catapult that is useful for himself and whereabouts. His Eye of the Allfather enables his teammates to engage or disengage from any you to briefly see through things, let alone the battle.

February 2022 - July 2022 31 E-SPORTS Gibraltar. He is the only tank-based role legend in zipline gun, enables him to create a zipline from any point on the the game. He is useful as a defender and support when engaging map, especially when moving from one place to another easily. enemies, but he is not usually picked by players as his hit box is Wraith. She is known for being able to manipulate voids easily targeted by gunshots from enemies, though he is a well- and dimensions to her advantage. Anyone who uses this legend will rounded legend. Despite being underappreciated by players, he be able to hear the sounds of nearby enemies. Wraith is a common could slow down enemies or deploy a dome to protect himself and pick as she is a great offensive character, and she could easily his enemies while resetting from the engagement and getting ready relocate from one place to another. Her passive ability, voices from to eliminate enemies. His passive ability, gun shield, allows him the void, grants her the blessing of being warned when there are to deploy a shield on his arm while aiming a shot at an enemy. nearby opponents or when an opponent targets you. Her tactical The Dome of Protection enables Gibraltar to deploy a dome shield ability, Into the Void, enables her to move swiftly as if traveling that blocks attacks from enemies and actually allows him to quickly through time, avoiding any damage from the enemy. Dimensional revive his teammates. His ultimate ability, Defensive Bombardment, rift, I must say, is the one that really grabbed players to auto-lock allows him to summon mortars in a specific direction as an offense this legend, as it allows you to create two portals that connect to for the sake of defense. He could literally go both ways, defensive each other that comes useful in engaging or escaping types. and offensive. Mirage. He is one of the favorite picks of players and is Bangalore. She is a must-use legend for fraggers because usually auto-locked as he is similar to the trickster class in CODM. she is useful in cqc (close combat), deceiving enemies, and has His holographic trickster enables him to confuse enemies, buying remarkable speed and offense. She’s known for her passive skill, him time to reposition or strategize for an attack or engagement double time, which means when she’s being hit by an opponent’s with enemies. His passive ability, Now You See Me, allows him bullet, her speed increases by 30%, allowing her to either escape to veil himself while reviving knocked allies. Also, his psyche out, or charge an enemy at range. Her tactical ability, smoke launcher, tactical ability, authorizes him to send out holographic decoys with is similar to the smoke class in CODM. It allows you to take cover limited HP to confuse enemies while engaging them or could be from the smoke at the same time. Any enemies that enter the vicinity used to flank enemies and eliminate them. Ultimate ability, Life of the deployed smoke can be seen from Bangalore’s POV. When of the Party enables him to deploy more than five (5) holographic activated, it was designated to cause havoc when activated. It was decoys at the same time, and when this ability is activated, he is like an airstrike that deals damage to enemies. invisible for a moment, giving him time to escape and take cover Pathfinder. He appears as an android or robot that makes away from enemies. traveling or transferring to another location easily through his Additional legends from the PC version will be soon added deployable ropes. This legend is usually chosen for scout roles to the mobile game, like Fade and Loba. Some were already seen because he can go to heights to check for enemies lurking around. in the beta tester and trailer for the upcoming new legends, and this His passive ability is insider knowledge, which enables him to use makes the game more exciting to play as the selection will become the survey beacon to reveal the next circle’s location. Grapple is his wider. tactical ability, which comes in handy when this legend needs to get While Apex Legends geeks were triumphant with its to inaccessible places or escape fights. And his ultimate ability, the mobile release, Valorant freaks are expecting a release as well.

February 2022 - July 2022 SPORTS Return to Play: Black Panther prevails I Leyn Jornacion as the start of the said event, where ko lang confidence nila,” he stated. the trophies. That’s it!” she said. team sports classes through competition The screeching roar and mostly freshman students participated While the captain of the On the other hand, Red in basketball and volleyball. And since piercing hollers of the student in the said activity. While the highlight volleyball team in the girl’s division of Eagles led by BS Tourism Management this was the first culminating activity body and teachers alike echo of the Sports Fest are the basketball the Black Panthers, who is currently a II student, John Robin M. Andres, won that they had under team sports, Prof. throughout the campus in broad and volleyball games, soon followed second-year architecture student, Kyla in the volleyball tournament-male Ganitano is looking forward to more daylight. Embedding sweat from days played by second-year students and Camille M. Doctolero, also gave her division. He believed that the strong activities under the College of Teacher of practice, sacrifices, and hard work those who were enrolled in the subject remarks regarding the obstacles they connection within their team have Education-PE Department. brought by dedicated players. Having of PE. have faced as a team. She believes that made them outsmart more exposed “The culminating was the intensity accumulate as they Joshua G. Constantino, a the best method as to how she trained opponents. With his role, he concluded designed to encourage participants continue to aim for greater heights second-year nursing student and the her team is to maintain every practice that he did not disappoint his team to get moving. Despite the pandemic, on the scoreboard. Only with the sole captain of the Blue Shark Defenders day as an interesting and enjoyable because all the sacrifices that each of we were still able to give them a purpose of attaining one focus, to be basketball team, claimed that during time for them to leisure. Knowing that them have extended was worth it. memorable experience that will last a CHAMP. the days of their practice they were mental health plays a big part in each As both games continued until they graduate and complete the The long-awaited Sports often incomplete. “This was an obvious winning battle, she allows her team to to thrive throughout the day and the course,” he stated. Fest, or the Culminating Activity issue since, without the other members, let go of their frustrations during a quick culminating activity ended, the results Prof. Elizabeth Isip, who is of Northwestern University under they would not know how to grasp mental break. And thus, the known of the event’s deserving CHAMPS also a PE instructor, stated that during Physical Education (PE), occurred and navigate through the chemistry strategy that they have accumulated were revealed. The Green Defenders the Sports Fest she guided her students on June 10, 2022, which was held at between the players as a whole. as a team is to never enter a game and came in as the 3rd runner-up, the Red through the focus on building the the Aquino Multi-purpose Center and However, the pressure did not take a anticipate defeat but instead use their Eagles as the 2nd runner-up, the Blue characters of the players, particularly Student Lounge. It was simultaneously toll on the team captain since he left his innate passion and effort in the hopes Defenders as the 1strunner-up, and the on the development of sportsmanship, handled by PE instructors, namely faith wholeheartedly to his team,” he of winning. overall champion of this year’s Sports camaraderie, and solid partnership. Mr. Mark Joey Ganitano, Mr. Rheden said. Knowing all too well the Fest were the Black Panthers. With pride, Prof. Elizabeth Marcos, Ms. Elizabeth Isip, and Ms. “Sabi ko lang sa kanila is wala responsibilities that a team captain Prof. Mark Ganitano, a PE stated that, “Yes, I am proud of my Liz Monette Rivera. ng bukas kaya ibigay na natin ang best upholds, Kyla never failed to set high instructor, expressed how spectacular students. After all, joining games With the rhythmic grooves natin. Kung may error bumawi agad standards for her teammates. “My the event was since it allowed them to like these is not the end in itself but a and blasting music, Zumba stood walang sisihan. Kung baga binoboost motivation is always [to bring] home provide the best experience from their manner of attaining higher ends.”