By Cyrus A. Natividad
Rodie Leysa lines up to receive cash assistance from the University Church.
Seventy (70) CPU staff affected by Covid-19 received cash assistance on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 from the University Church. The cash assistance in the amount of 500 pesos per individual was part of the UC – cash and in-kind donation drive for victims of calamity.
The project was launched in December 2021 through the Community Engagement and Service Learning Center in collaboration with the CPUR. UC was able to raise the amount of P100,000.00 for the project.
The University Church also raised some amount for typhoon victims. Five churches which were damaged by typhoon Odette were also given cash assistance needed for the rehabilitation. These were 4 churches in Palawan and 1 in Bacolod City.
Sixteen CPU (16) staff whose houses have been damaged by typhoon Odette also received cash. The distribution of cash assistance to the CPU Covid -19 affected staff was assisted by RAFLU Officers.
By Lindsay Marie Borres, BA ELS-4 OJT
May the response be “Sanaol!” because over 150 Fourth-year medical laboratory students started their limited face-to-face internship last November 30, 2021, at Iloilo Mission Hospital, the partner hospital of Central Philippine University. They were divided into 2 batches, batch one is composed of four groups and batch two is made up of three groups.
We can recall that Central Philippine University was one of the 24 higher education institutions (HEIs) that passed the stringent retrofitting and health standards imposed by CHED, DOH, and IATF-EID. HEIs that are included in the list were allowed to hold limited face-to-face classes effective the second semester AY 2020-2021.
According to Zayan Mary Fernandez, one of the intern Medtech students, they were nervous back then since it was their first time immersing in an actual workplace. They were clueless on what to do as if they have zero knowledge and exposure but at the same time it was a wonderful experience since it’s a better learning setup where they could easily pick up the lesson and procedures compared to an online class setting. She also commended the staff for being kind and helpful in nurturing and guiding them, thus, making them feel like a registered medical laboratory scientist at work.
However, for Hezron Barrato, a native of Laua-an Antique it was difficult for him financially because they need to buy PPEs and they need to ride a taxi as transportation for safety precautions. Physically it was also a struggle because they have to undergo Swab tests every after rotation and they need to wake up early which is the same obstacle that Matt Andrew Garcia had to deal with as well during his duty.
Despite this, it was still beneficial for them because they were allowed to be exposed in a clinical laboratory setting, learn laboratory techniques and perform different laboratory procedures and tests. It also gave them the chance to see cellular elements, microorganisms this time in an actual microscopic view and not just in pictures from their notes. Quoting what Garcia said “Limited face to face is better than nothing at all” which is something they are very grateful for. Tzhen Eseller, their fellow MedTech student also stated that although limited, this lessened their worries and confusions because they can easily approach and ask questions to their clinical instructor.
Although it seemed easy, these interns have to undergo Swab tests before duty and endure a 12-day quarantine after their 4 days duty, an exhausting process that in normal circumstances they wouldn’t necessarily go through.
It was supposed to be a smooth cycle until a sudden plot twist happened, the Omicron virus appeared out of nowhere – the setback that disrupted the order in January 2022. Cases surged and Iloilo was in alert level 3 which hindered their already limited face-to-face duty.
21-year-old Matthew Alquinn Flores expressed his disappointment over this because it was supposed to be the group five’s turn, the group where he was assigned. With God’s grace, after it was postponed for almost 50 days before they were given a chance to resume their face-to-face internship at IMH and CPU alternately. It was an on and off adjustment for the medical laboratory students but no matter the challenges they continue to push through for their dreams, and knowing that they will graduate very soon, fuels them more to strive harder.
By Lindsay Marie Borres, BA ELS-4 OJT
Kristine Calasara is a 3rd year BS Mechanical Engineering student of CPU.
21-year-old Kristine Calasara wasn’t expecting at all that her name would be included in the top 40 qualifiers in CAD competition for Mechanical Engineering students. On March 14, the results were posted on the Facebook page of PSME Mechanical Design and Fabrication Technical Division. She joined the competition with only the intention of gaining experience and just for the sake of joining. Little did she know that she would be proceeding to the next round of the competition, although she believed that her being a qualifier is also because she had Engineer Charles Novo as her mentor.
The Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers – Mechanical Design and Fabrication Technical Division held its first-ever Computer-Aided Competition. It was available to all whether the student is a beginner, a hobbyist or even an expert. Mechanical Engineering Students all over the Philippines who are capable of using all or one of the softwares like Fusion360, OnShape, SolidWorks were eligible to participate.
The third-year Mechanical Engineering student only used Fusion 360 for less than a month. She wasn’t able to use it as much until the CAD Competition was announced but thankfully she was able to figure it out just in time for the competition.
All qualified contestants including Kristine will advance on the CAD Battle Elimination Stage to be held on March 19, 2022. The ME students will be given another plate that they have to finish in a span of 30 minutes. It will be a matter of speed and accuracy with the dimensions.
In preparation for this round of the competition, she uses YouTube to find plates that she can do and also for correction, as much as possible she tries to do at least 1 plate per day.
Kristine is thrilled and grateful to be one of the qualifiers whose skills will prove them worthy to land a spot in the semis and final stage of the competition on March 20, 2022.
By Princes Elaine Y. Espongja, BA-ELS 4
The College of Engineering is rejoicing once again as their students win big at the Philippine Startup Challenge 2021. Two teams of three represented CPU for the said event. The ‘Team Sqoop’ comprised of Francis Mattew Gappe, Marsry Jan Sevilla, James Ivan Suminguit; and ‘Team Tabang’ of Sachiko Gubat, Teofy Rabanes, Rachel Joy Lam – are all on their 4th year of Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering.
Team Sqoop bagged Best Logo, Philippine Startup Challenge 2021 (Student Category) Regional Pitching Competition, and was included in the Top 6 Shortlist Teams for Region 6.
On the other hand, Team Tabang was announced as 1st Runner Up, Philippine Startup Challenge 2021 (Student Category) Regional Pitching Competition; Best Defense, Philippine Startup Challenge 2021 (Student Category) Regional Pitching Competition; National Semi-Finalist, Philippine Startup Challenge 2021 (Student Category) National Pitching Competition.
The Philippine Startup Challenge 2021 (PSC 2021) is a startup competition that aims to encourage and support Filipinos to create innovative and relevant ICT products and services that may potentially develop into viable business ventures as well as solve social problems. Interested to join? Check this link for more information https://dict.gov.ph/philippine-startup-challenge-2021/ #DICT #ICTPh #ConnectConnectConnect #PSC2021
By Princes Elaine Y. Espongja BA-ELS 4
Engr. Ivan P. Romero believes in Science and Faith.
Central Philippine University has been living its motto “Science and faith” for generations. This slogan transcended to the different generations of Centralians. One alumnus in the name of Engr. Ivan P. Romero is the living proof of this; “CPU taught me that science and faith can always go hand-in-hand. That you can always love and learn science without sacrificing your faith. For science discovers what faith has built.” For him, it is both the work of science and faith that qualified him to be the person he is right now.
Engr. Ivan P. Romero is an alumnus of the College of Engineering who took up Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and passed the 2021 Chemical Engineering Board Exam, and a Top 2 finisher in the 2021 Chemical Technician Licensure Examination. His initial decision to enter the COE in CPU was solely based on the institution’s outstanding history in the field of Engineering in the Philippines. Later on he knew that the decision he made was just a one of the reasons why he actually had accomplished his starting career as an Engineer. “Aside from being a Center of Development (COD) for Chemical Engineering education (only a handful in the Philippines which has COD/COE status), I believe in CPU’s Scientia-et-Fides formula of educating every Centralian. It offers different fields of engineering (two of which are firsts in the Philippines) which I considered to be an advantage since every department shared their facility and workforce. It also caters to other students’ needs such as the rights to compete in sports and other literary competitions, join in academic and special organizations, be part of the student council, and grow in Christlikeness,” he said.
Looking back at Engr. Romero’s college years at Central, he was actually an affable student leader. He is a proud affiliate of the different organizations in CPU. Naming a few were: Centralite 2020, Associate Editor (SY 2019-2020); The Navigators-CPU Chapter, President SY (2018-2019); Freshmen Engineering Student Council, President (SY 2015-2016); Junior Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers – CPU Chapter, Representative (SY 2017-2018).
He juggled his academics and extra-curricular activities while still keeping his pursuit steadfast. While pursuing his degree he met good people, “…while studying engineering is the opportunity to meet lifelong friends across all engineering disciplines. We celebrate every small victory and rise from every adversity – together. Plus, we can worship and praise God every Christ Emphasis Week (CEW).” Being said, the Central spirit indeed, leads us to meet people that will forever leave a space in our hearts.
However, life at Central was never that easy, much more to an Engineering student like him. “I guess I also struggled with the common struggles that every ChE student encounters: juggling academic and org lives, successfully defending the project study and plant design, submitting experimental and computational laboratories, and surviving six to seven-hour exams.”, according to Engr. Romero. That one piece of advice he can share to those students who find the same situation like him is the ‘3Rs: Reasons Reap Results’. If you feel like giving up, remember the reasons why you started because when you put efforts, you reap what you have sown (result). As we should really be motivated in order to move forward despite of the adversities that may hold us back. Just like Engr. Romero who found his motivation in the presence of our dear Lord, his family (Pamplona-Romero), friends (Parliamento, Oneshot, Tres Hijos, EExChE), teachers (especially to the faculty of College of Engineering and Dept of Chemical Engineering), and each and every one who believed in his capabilities as a God-fearing-son, friend, student, and a fellow to all Centralians.
His college years at Central was just the beginning of his journey on becoming a skilled man in the professional field. The struggles he had to go through were actually the institution’s way to launch him into the greater aspects of life and to finally become the man he aspired to be. Nevertheless, CPU was just preparing him and like all other Centralians, to be an alumnus who will exhibit the Central spirit even after setting foot outside their beloved Alma matter. The reality of ‘life after college’ was never that easy for him, too. And as what anyone has been going through, he also has experienced the worst during this pandemic, where ‘our plans were put on hold’ became a famed cliché. A cliché which enabled us to still live our lives with discreet hope for tomorrow.
It is in this pandemic that Engr. Romero thought he will be put into such dilemma while having no choice but to live in this reality. “It was probably one of the hardest exams I’ve been to, especially while we are still in a pandemic, despite how confident I was of my preparations. It was also during the October 2021 ChELE when we had the lowest national passing in recent years. I also empathized with my fellow batchmates who, despite the uncertainties and risks, bravely prepared and fought for their dreams even though they fell short, well maybe for now.”, Engr. Romero on recalling his board exam journey. For him, it was a matter of waiting and trusting God’s desire, “So, I rested for a while to recollect my whys, went back on my study table and lamp to study my notes, and trusted God that I will end strong. So yeah, I placed 2nd during the October 2021 LEChT.”
As he commences his career as a Licensed Engineer, he is now a Technical Management Trainee for the track of Junior Engineer of Customer Technical Services and Applied Research under the Market and Product Development Department of JG Summit Olefins Corporation located in Ortigas Center, Pasig City. This will mark as his new beginning after his five fruitful years at Central Philippine University. Thus far, his one step outside his beloved Central was just again another challenge to himself to take on new paths. Engr. Romero has so much more to achieve yet again as he planned on pursuing MS Energy Engineering at UP Diliman. He thinks of it as his payback time to our mother earth because he wanted to be a part of those people who find sustainable solutions to the lack of usable energies and renewable energies to lower energy consumption. Aside from this noble plan, he also wanted to concretize his dream of having a review center for aspiring chemical engineers in Iloilo in the near future. With his laid plans, that proves how dedicated Engr. Romero is, and we cannot wait what kind of future awaits for him.
God’s plan is always the best plan indeed, as Engr. Romero lives his life according to this bible verse; Proverbs 16:3: “Commit to the Lord whatever you do and He will establish your plans.” Engr. Romero was also once a struggling student just like any other Centralians out there, but through his firm faith and attitude towards facing life’s uncertainties, he was able to cross the bridge and would definitely take on another one with God in him, always.
By Nicola Bangsil, BA Comm-4 OJT
Centralian Alumnae LET Board Passers Armie Joy Gilua Cama (left) & Noreen Jill Entrina (right).
Results of the January 30, 2022 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) put Central Philippine University (CPU) with a passing percentage of 85.71% in Elementary Education and 77.78% in Secondary Education. The National Passing Percentage is 55.66% in Elementary Education and 53.77% in Secondary Education, which positioned CPU above the National Passing Percentages by 30.05% and 24.01% respectively.
Board passers have gone through many preparations in order to succeed in the examinations, and Centralians, in no doubt, have gone through them to certify themselves. A Centralian LET board passer in Elementary Education with an average of 81.00, Armie Joy Gilua Cama, shares her journey and experiences that made everything worthwhile at the very end.
1. How did you prepare for the LET?
Cama: I did a lot of preparations during my journey in becoming a Licensed Professional Teacher. I made a list of 5 things to prepare before the exam. The first thing I prepared was the time table, wherein I put my schedule and I was able to fix my objective, as well as to study and work at the same time. Eager to hit the examination, I finished everything on schedule. Secondly, I never memorized rather I read and understand. Thirdly, I relaxed and got enough sleep. Never forget to take a rest. Next, I prepared everything that I needed weeks before the examination. Lastly, I always believed in myself that I will pass the board exam. Most importantly pray. We have a big God who performs big miracles. God is the great author of my life. He is there for me throughout my journey especially during my board exam. I need Him more after passing the LET since I will have the most significant responsibility in the world.
2. What were your difficulties?
Cama: One of the difficulties that I have encountered was how to manage my time as a private school teacher. I remembered when I was having my final coaching in one of the acclaimed review centers here in Iloilo City, I cried because I was super stressed to the point that I feel like I have a double life; having a class and final coaching at the same time. I was multi-tasking, I used 2 gadgets- cellphone and laptop. The laptop was intended for my class and the cellphone was intended for my final coaching. Upon using those gadgets, I was a little bit tense because I was determined to reach this journey, even though it was a roller coaster ride. I am just thankful because one of my supporters said, “You can do it, Cher Joy!“ There were times that I felt really tired when I got home and couldn’t study during night time because I worked the whole day at school. Instead, I would just set the alarm at 2:00 am and spend 3 hours reading and reviewing, and I will just take an hour to sleep then I will wake up again at 6:00 am, just enough to prepare and cook for our food in the house as well as prepare my food for lunch, and ready myself hoping to be fresh all throughout the day. I always believe in the verse “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future”. -Jeremiah 29:11
3. What are your future plans now that you are licensed?
Cama: Now that I am a licensed teacher, I am planning to apply in a public school and enroll in a Master’s program. This is a one step at a time endeavor. I know that there are things that I need to achieve at this time of my life just like how this quote has inspired me, it reads this way: “If you have a discipline, drive and determination, nothing is impossible.”- Dana Linn Bailey. Never give up and lose hope. There is always a rainbow after the rain.
Armie Joy Gilua Cama proves that nothing is impossible with careful preparation, consistency, and determination. Nothing in life comes easy; however, we can always prepare and strive to become better versions of ourselves.
Another Centralian LET board passer in Secondary Education Social Sciences, Noreen Jill Entrina Gallo, shared her struggles as she contracted Covid just before the September 2021 LET, which delayed her take on the examinations for January 2022. Although she was taking her Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science and reporting to work as a Librarian at Angelicum School consecutively, she was able to surmount the overload of work and pass the examinations. Gallo emphasized, in her own words, “All I can say is be prepared. At all times.”
Preparation for the LET has been a recurring theme, and there is no better way to succeed in the examinations, but to continue to equip ourselves with the necessities needed for our end goals.
By Cyrus A. Natividad
Teacher Dioleta Montaño Calibara exemplifies herself as a successful Centralian.
When Dioleta Montaño left her home in Brgy. Agsanayan, Buenavista, Guimaras to pursue a college degree, she has nothing to start with, except for a burning desire to graduate in the Bachelor of Science in Education. With seven siblings, some already in college, Dioleta thought about the hardship her parents would go through – to send them all to school. Dioleta always had good scholastic record since her elementary. Applying for a scholarship in a work study program was possible with some schools or universities in Iloilo City.
“During that time we only pay 5.00 pesos for the motor-banca to take us across to Iloilo City,” she recalls. Guimaras was still a sub-province of Iloilo then. She would wisely use the little savings she had in her pocket to look for an opportunity for free college education, or so she thought.
Dioleta responsibly searched her way to realize her dream. “God will guide me and keep me strong,” she recalls – on how she’s able to succeed. She said, “I never stop praying to God for help. He knows what I wanted, and I was determined to stand by that desire. That day I only ate a slice of my sandwich for lunch, and took some water from my canister. I continued on to search and… ‘whoa! God brought me to Central Philippine University where I processed my application for work student in its work-study program.”
She was assigned to work as Library Assistant at Henry Luce III Library. The ‘Library Chief, Norma P. Jaime was very accommodating – so kind and helpful to me and my co-work students.” Dioleta attained her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from CPU in 1986. During her college days, she was elected Representative of CPU Republic, Province of Education. She was Editor of the Educator, the College of Education publication. She was a member of several committees in campus events and activities.
She passed the Teacher’s Board Exam in 1998 and first taught at Leon Elementary School from 1990 to 2008, then at Jaro 2 Elementary School until her retirement in 2021. Her success came not only in her becoming a teacher, her lifetime desire. Dioleta who is married with Gideon Calibara of Leon, Iloilo; has two successful professional daughters: Kristell Joy who graduated Cum Laude in her Master’s degree at WVSU, now a successful teacher and April Rose who is successful in her career at a BPO company. Dioleta is the daughter of Rufino Montaño and Felicisima Gadot of Buenavista,Guimaras.
Thirty six years after, Dioleta looks back with gratitude and high esteem to her beloved Alma Mater. “I will never forget the privilege given to me by Central Philippine University. I even learned and earned through perseverance from Central. I am not the only one who attained good education from CPU. Many of us are privileged to have free education through the work – study program of the University. We have realized our dreams. Still a lot more who started their journey from Central must now be reaching up to the peak of their success,” Dioleta said. To God be the Glory!
by Edwin C. Laru-an
Rencel Grace is a member of the CPU Swimming Team.
Name: Rencel Grace D. Uytoco
Nickname: Rence
Height: 4’11”
Grade/year: BSCS 2
Team: Swimming women
Coach: Vero Paloma
Playing Position: Butterfly, Individual Medley
Hometown: Kalibo, Aklan
Achievements:
2012 PSL Capiz – Most Bemedalled swimmer
2012 Aklan – Most Bemedalled swimmer
2014-2017 Participated and medalled in Philippine Swimming League
2013 Singapore PSL Qualifier
2014 Thailand PSL Quailifier
2015 PSL Boracay – Most Bemedalled swimmer
2015 PSL Manila
Gold, Silver & Bronze
2017 Uday Triathlon
Bronze
2017 PRISAA Meet
Bronze
2018 Kasadyahan sa Capiz
Silvers & Bronze
2018 Finis Philippines Age Group
Silver & Bronze
2018 PRISAA Meet
Silver & Bronze
2018 Uday Aquathlon Participated and medalled
2019 Finis Philippines Age Group
Bronze
2019 Uday Aquathlon Team Category
2nd Place
2019 Regional Prisaa
Gold MR & FR, Bronze 400 I.M
Hobbies: Painting & sketching
Favorite Player: Katie Ledecky
Most Memorable Game: Batang Pinoy Age Group Tacloban 2012 & Regional Prisaa 2019
Principle in Life: “Set goals along the way.”
What can you say as a player of CPU Golden Lions:
I am so blessed to have great friends and coaches who continues to support me throughout my journey. I would also like to show my gratitude to CPU for giving me a scholarship and opportunity to represent the CPU Golden Lions. I am grateful to CPU for honing me spiritually, academically, and mentally into a person that I am in the present. CPU has also taught me to persevere, be patient and be faithful despite the challenges and obstacles that hinder my training and studies. I will never forget the virtues and values that I learned in CPU which will greatly benefit me in the future. Thank you and God Bless to all Centralians.
Why did you choose CPU:
I chose CPU because it is one of the best universities in the Visayas and it offers high quality education. CPU also help student-athletes to excel in both academic and sports.
By Rhenjie Marie Calantas, BA Comm-4, OJT
Dean Salex Alibogha (4th from the left) posed for a picture with colleagues during his oathtaking as a Regular Member of LEB on March 07, 2022.
Central Philippine University College of Nursing Dean, Atty. Salex Alibogha was appointed by President Rodrigo Duterte as the new regular member of the Legal Education Board (LEB).
The Legal Education Board was created pursuant to R.A. No. 7662, also known as the Legal Education Reform Act of 1993. The law was approved by President Fidel V. Ramos on 23 December 1993. It is the mission of the Legal Education Board, pursuant to its statutory mandate, to assist all law schools provide the country that kind of legal education that prepares lawyers to be competent legal practitioners deserving of public trust as well as to hone the research skills of legal scholars who will advance understanding in the science of jurisprudence, and enhances the leadership potential of all who attend law school so that they may assume various roles of leadership in society.
Atty. Alibogha replaced Atty. Abelardo Damondon as representative of the active law practitioners in the LEB. Aside from being a Dean of the College of Nursing, he is also a faculty of the College of Law and School of Graduate Studies in the said university.
He is a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Central Philippine University as Magna Cum Laude in 1992; passed his Master of Nursing in 1996; finished his Bachelor of Law as Magna Cum Laude in the same university in 2001; and completed his Master of Law at San Beda College in 2017.
Atty. Alibogha’s appointment was written in a transmittal letter sent by Malacañang to Chief Justice Alexander Gesmudo and the appointed commissioner will serve as a regular member of LEB until January 14, 2025.
By Rhenjie Marie Calantas, BA Comm-4 OJT
CPU students who won the International Essay Competition and receive a Scranton Scholarship.
Two Centralian students won in the International Essay Competition conducted by Scranton Women’s Leadership Center in partnership with institutions for the Eco-justice Project will receive scholarships and cash incentives.
Lady Kyla Songcuya Balibagoso, 1st year Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management student, won in Scranton Essay Contest with her article entitled “EVERGREEN: A Wayfarer’s Soul”, another CPU student Rica Mae Barairo, with her article entitled “Earth: Community’s Obligation”, also won in the said international essay competition; as winners, both of them will be selected as Scranton Scholars for one year and will receive additional cash incentives.
Scranton Essay Contest with the theme “Save Earth Save Us: For All Life on Earth” was conducted by Scranton Women’s Leadership Center (SWLC) and only female undergraduate and graduate students of SWLC’s partner institutions for the Eco-justice Project were eligible to participate.
According to the contest guidelines and rules, the winner of the contest will be selected as Scranton Scholar for the following year will also receive US$ 500 additional scholarship incentives which can be used for school fees, books, and housing.
The SWLC is very committed to Ecological Justice for Sustainable Future of our world and believes that this has become the most urgent agenda for humanity today. It is also committed to empowering women to live to their full potential and leadership through education so that they may contribute to the advancement of their communities and to the world.
By Sandro S. Salazar, BA Comm-4 OJT
Atty. Estrada challenged the students to go out and vote.
Central Philippine University was invited by JCI Iloilo Ilang-Ilang to partake and be one of the partnered institutions for the launch of JCI Manila presenting the “ATIN ANG KINABUKASAN 2022: A National Voters Engagement Symposium for the Youth,” held last February 26, 2022, Saturday from 3:00-6:00 pm on Facebook live streaming.
The event aims to educate, enlighten, and empower YOUTH and student voters in preparing them to participate in the May 2022 National Elections which is co-presented by IBP (Integrated Bar of the Philippines).
JCI Manila in partnership with over 60 schools and student organizations from all over the country, 11 are from the biggest schools and organizations from Western Visayas including Central Philippine University whom one of the speakers and panelists of the said symposium was Atty. Burt M. Estrada- current President of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines, experienced Law Practitioner, Law Professor, an Advocate for Indigenous Community, and his expertise on Law and Reform.
Atty. Estrada then shares his knowledge in educating the Youth and how important our vote is. He also reiterated the concern of the laws and their vital role in the conduct of the upcoming elections and the power of the people to choose their leaders in leading the country.
“In order to uphold the most democratic principle that all government power emanates from the people and that the delegation of power of the people to our representatives is expressed through the vote”, said Atty. Estrada.
James Jimenez-COMELEC Spokesperson, on the other hand, emphasizes the impact of youth participation in elections. “The more youth there are participating in the elections the better the leverage new tech for more responsive leadership”, he said.
Comelec Spox. Jimenez also reminds the youth to be vigilant in social media channels whenever they perceive suspicious acts that go against the omnibus election code and report it using the #SumbongKoTo at Comelec.gov.ph.
The said event was hosted by Jules Guiang, Head of Community at Rappler and Youth advocate together with Gretchen Ho, a TV host, Media Personality, and Social Advocate.
by Kimberly T. Gahilomo, BA Comm-4 OJT
Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas with officials from CPU and USAID.
A team led by the CPU University Research Center Director and CCBO-CPU Project Manager Dr. Mary O’ Territorio Penetrante signed a memorandum of agreement for a joint project implementation planning activity with the city government and representatives from USAID last March 1, 2022 .
Dr. Penetrante together with her team members; Dr. Aries Roda Romallosa; Dr. Ananias Sabijon; Engr. Bernie Cangrejo; Engr. Ron Adrian Dionaldo; Prof. Rea Balontong; and admin asst. – Ms. Ligaya Caniel, aims to analyze social behaviors to formulate solutions that can help reduce waste products and marine liters.
The said project has two major activities. First, is to conduct a consumer research where they will analyze the behavior of the citizens in their respective communities and what type of garbage they emit. Second, is to conduct a formative research where they are required to understand the norms and personal feelings of the people living in this communities for them to be able to formulate possible solution for the problem.
The team also hopes to involve recycling chain actors such as junk shops and garbage collectors as well as business establishments, barangay officials and NGOs to this activity.
“We worked hard para makuha ini siya,” Dr, Penetrante said pertaining to her personal views in regards with the signing of the MOA “…the selection is very stringent. We are lucky nga nakuha amon proposal”.
The said activity will be conducted this April and will focus on three barangays that has creeks leading up to the Iloilo River – Brgy. Bolilao, Brgy. Magsaysay and Brgy. Kaluwa.