NO TO COAL PLANT.

The irate residents, members of NGOs and local officials of the province of Zambales and city of Olongapo convened themselves in a protest action last Aug. 29 against the planned construction of a 600-megawatt coal-fired power plant in Sitio Naglatore, Brgy. Cawag in Subic, Zambales.

OLONGAPO CITY Despite heavy rains, some 3,000 residents, members of nongovernment organizations and local officials of Zambales and Olongapo City convened in a protest action against the planned construction of a coal-fired power plant held at Rizal Triagle here, Aug. 29. The protesters, wearing black and green shirts, marched from the assembly place to Subic Bay Freeport Zone entrance gates to express their opposition to the 600-megawatt coal plant, which is set for construction by the Redondo Peninsula Energy Inc., a company formed by Aboitiz Power Corp.,

BY DANILO V. ROGAYAN JR.

Taiwan Cogeneration Corp., and Manila Electric Co. During the rally, several statements and resolutions of opposition to the coal plant were read by the heads of different nongovernment organizations, citing the environmental impact of the project on surrounding communities and the lack of proper consultation to the construction of the power plant. The speakers stressed the fact that communities around the project site have not signified their acceptance of the project, a prerequisite to the granting of an environmental compli-

ance certificate (ECC) by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). Likewise, community leaders also rendered talks criticizing the project, which they said will denude the environment, affect local tourism and endanger the health of the local residents. President Aquino should heed the call of these communities because these are the people who will be affected by the [operation of the] coal-fired power plant, Zambales 1st District Representative Mitos Magsaysay said during the rally. Akbayan Rep. Walden Bello

said that there is no plus to a coal plant, its all a minus. We cant understand why the number of coal plants is increasing in the country. Our policy should be to avoid coal plants and move in the direction of renewable energy, he said. Bello also said that Akbayan partylist has filed a resolution in the House of Representatives asking for an investigation of how Aboitiz was given an ECC. If Olongapo is anti-coal plant and Zambales is anti-coal plant as we have shown today, who then are the people that the project proponents say have approved the project? asked See page 3

BY EDJOHN HAROLD F. TOMBOC

BY MANUEL Q. GARCIA JR.

Ramon Magsaysay Technological University (RMTU) and Geongbuk Provincial College (GPC) of Korea inscribed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Research, Extension and Training (RET) Center, Aug. 4. Headed by RMTU president Dr. Feliciano S. Rosete and GPC President Dr. Kim Yong Dae, the signing ceremony is intended to enhance the growth and development of both institutions. Said MOU includes the basic principles where both parties intend to faithfully carry out the concerted projects for common development including academic research, improvement of technology development capability, nurturing of talented people and exchange of human resources. The tandem institutions also intend to cooperate in joint and commissioned research, common use of research equipment and facilities; exchange of researchers and students, exchange of technical information, dispatch of volunteer workers and matters related to academic exchange and university development. Meanwhile, the Sining Folkloric Group (SFG) of RMTU San Marcelino Campus rendered several performances which entertained the attendees of the said signing ceremony. The event was concluded by the symbolic shaking of hands and exchange of tokens of the two parties. Also present in the said ceremony are Dr. Emma C. Ventura, RMTU SM Campus chancellor, Castillejos Mayor Jose Angelo M. Dominguez, RMTU SM Campus faculty, staff and students. (with reports from Patricia Amiller)

In relation to the universitys mandate on strengthening the workplace productivity through setting goals that correspond to the actual work and creating disciplinary guidelines to foster a work environment that is productive, RMTU President Dr. Feliciano S. Rosete passed Office Order No. 59, s. 2011. Said directive restricts the usage of social networking sites such as Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, personal blogs and the like

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(using computer-based internet) during office hours. Distractions from responding to social interruptions cost hours to regain concentration and continue work, the order reads. The order also stated that work activities like checking and sending emails to clients and searching for website information are permissible during office hours. Its a good move by

the administration because this order equates efficiency and productivity in work. The use of social networking sites during office hours means lesser output. said Ms. Lea Dollete in an interview. The immediate supervisors of each department serve as monitoring staff for the strict implementation of the said directive. This order is very timely. I just hope this will be implemented well, said James E. Robison, BSED II student.

A Ramonian has been cited as 2011 United Nations Association of the Philippines (UNAP) Outstanding Youth Leader Awardee for Environment Category beROGAYAN cause of his exemplary achievement as a Filipino youth in the field of Environment, Leadership and Volunteerism; for his continued commitment and service to the achievement of the ideals of the UNAP and the MDGs; and for serving as a role model to the youth towards the collective efforts for nation-building. Danilo V. Rogayan Jr., a senior student of RMTU San Marcelino Campus taking up a degree in Secondary Education majoring in Biological Science, made a remarkable history in the university as he received the prestigious award during the opening ceremonies of the 12th International Youth Day: Youth and Educators Summit for the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) which was held at Sarabia Manor Hotel and Conference Center, Iloilo City, Aug. 3. The 19-year old Ramonian received a plaque of recognition, certificate of recognition and UN symbolic flag from UNAP President Judge Aurora N. Recia, UNAP Vice President See page 3

BY JAMES E. ROBISON

SAN MARCELINO, Zambales In commemoration of the sesquicentennial birth anniversary of Dr. Jose P. Rizal on June 19, the Ramon Magsaysay Technological University (RMTU) through the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd) senior students of RMTU San Marcelino Campus College of Education, Arts and Sciences (CEAS) spearheaded the Rizal Festival 2011: Pepe at 150 here, June 13-17. The first in the universitys history, the said festival

is the institutions participation in the national celebration of the 150th natal day of the national hero. Anchoring the theme, Rizal: Haligi ng Bayan (Rizal: Pillar of the Nation), the viewing of biographical films of the hero, originally produced by BSEd IV students, highlighted the commemorative activity. The week-long celebration commenced on June 13 with the announcement of the schedule of the Rizalian See page 7

MOU SIGNING CEREMONY. RMTU President Dr. Feliciano S. Rosete (seated, second from left) and GPC President Dr. Kim Yong Dae (seated, third from left) lead the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding at RET Center, Aug. 4.

BY VERNA MORALES & JAMES TABIOLO

To acquaint the students with leadership principles, the Office of the Student Affairs (OSA) and the Supreme Student Government (SSG) initiated a leadership training which was held at the Research, Extension and Training (RET) Center, Aug. 22. Attended by 35 student leaders coming from the different campus organizations, said training was facilitated by invited speakers from RMTU OSA and Peoples Recovery Empowerment Development and Assistance (PREDA) Foundation. Prof. Luz N. Corpuz, OSA Director, introduced the speakers and gave the overview of the seminar. Speakers from PREDA Foundation engaged the participants in an interactive activity about the functions and skills that an effective leader should possess. In consonance, the speakers from PREDA showed an audio-visual presentation about the activities of the institution geared towards holistic development of the children and the youth and their participation in social advocacies. Meanwhile, Dr. Iluminada V. Cantor, VicePresident for Student Affairs, further tackled about servant-leadership. Lectures on leadership styles and qualities of an effective Leader were also given by the speakers from the PREDA Foundation. Quoting Gandhi, Cantor challenged the leaders to be the change that you want to see in this world.

Pursuant to the Office Order No. 115 s. of 2001, Reynalyn Angulo Sahagun has been named as the new Technoscribe adviser, effective Oct. 17, 2011. Sahagun has been named the new publication adviser after Lorina Paranada Bundang, previous adviser resigned. The reason behind the resignation is still unknown as Bundang still keep mum about it. The previous adviser served from 1999-2001 for The Farmer, then from 2006-20011 for The Technoscribe.

SAHAGUN

BUNDANG

Because of the resignation, Sahagun will hold both the college and high school publications. Before the designation, she was the founder and adviser of the Ethos, official publi-

cation of the Laboratory High School (LHS). Aside from Ethos, Sahagun also established The Quest, the official student publication of RMTU LHS Iba Campus, when

she was assigned at the main campus. Sahagun graduated at New Era University with the Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication. She is currently taking up Master of Arts in Education major in English Language Teaching at Columban College in Olongapo. As the Campus Coordinator of School Publication, Sahagun is expected to exercise the general and specific powers and functions and discharge the duties and responsibilities inherent to the position. (By Bryan Jester S. Balmeo).

BY MICHAEL S. MACABULOS

BY NORALYN P. JIMENEZ

CASTILLEJOS, Zambales Zambales paid tribute to the late Pres. Ramon Magsaysay through a ceremonial commemoration of his 104th birth anniversary held here in his hometown, Aug. 31. Hosted by Castillejos Mayor Jose Angelo M. Dominguez, the provincial government of Zambales spearheaded a commemorative activity aimed to honor the Man of the Masses. The usual laying of wreath was changed by an audio-visual presentation (AVP) activity as the first part of the program. Said AVP activity was about the life, works and achievements of Apong Monching which was shown in his ancestral house. The presentation likewise showed the signing of the memorandum of agreement (MOA) between Dominguez, National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) and DepEd. Said MOA states that all schools in different levels should include the Ancestral House of Magsaysay in every educational trip. Meanwhile, Zambales Governor Hermogenes Ebdane laid a wreath before the monument of the provinces great son held in front of Castillejos municipal building. Ebdane emphasized how Magsaysay lived a humble and simple life yet he served in the highest position of the country. The people who have less in life should have more in government, said Congw. Ma. Milagros Mitos Magsaysay, quoting the late president.

PANGLAO ISLAND, Bohol Danilo V. Rogayan Jr., BSED IV, of RMTU San Marcelino Campus, garnered the first place in the national essay writing competition held during the Building Initiatives for Desire and Action (BIDA) National Young Leaders Summit (BNYLS) at Bohol Plaza Resort here, Oct. 29. Rogayan received a cash award and a testimonial of esteemed recognition from the National Organizing Committee Chair Metodio John Maraguinot Jr. during the closing rites of on Oct. 30 with his coach, Engr. Jerry S. Cristobal. The topic given for the essay is focused on the experiences gained by the delegates during the summit and how will these help them towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) before 2015. Rogayans essay entitled, Kabataang Pangarap ni Rizal: Ako, Ikaw, Tayo ang Bida! discussed the role of the Filipino youth in the realization of the MDGs. He likewise expounded in his essay the summit theme, The Filipino Youth: Harnessing the Power of Greatness, explaining how will the youth be of help in the community development and national reconstruction. The First BNYLS is an

event jointly organized by the Kabataang Pangarap ni Rizal (KAPARIZ) and Youth Leadership Excellence for Active Development Philippines (YouthLEAD Philippines). The speakers of the three -day summit were Bohol Governor Edgar M. Chatto (Keynote Speech), NYC Commissioner Gio Tingson (Kabataan Kasama Ka: The National Youth Situationer), NEDA's Mr. Rafael Tagalog (MDGs: The Philippine Context and the Call to Action). European Union DREAMS Project's Dr. Nestor Pestelos (Development Prism: Youth as Agents of Community Development), Ms. Mae Paner as Juana Change (Filipino, Champion Ka! Ways to Effective Communication), and Kabayanihan Foundation's Atty. Alex Lacson (Youth: The Greatest Filipino Generation). The delegates, coming from different cities and provinces around the country, also had a Bohol Tour, visiting the Chocolate Hills, Tarsier Sanctuary, Baclayon Church, and Blood Compact Site. It can be remembered that Bohol was cited by the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) as the best governed province in the country today. (with reports from D. Rogayan Jr.)

TECHNOSCRIBE PRESS SCREENING. One of the participants interact with the speaker during the Technoscribe Journalism Workshop cum Screening, July 1.

BY DANILO V. ROGAYAN JR.

BY APRIL JOY D. VALDEZ

The Subic mudslide displaced 300 families and buried more than 60 houses in Barangay Asinan, Subic town, Zambales, August 4. The landslide was 248 meters long, 45 meters wide and 12 meters deep, dislodging 104,160 cubic meters of debris on the Manzano compound in Barangay Asinan, as well as on rice farms and fishponds nearby. Luisa Manzano, one of the survivors, said what happened was not an act of nature because in the past four years, they had been telling Sta. Lucia Realty and Development Incorporation (SLRDI) that the volume of water coming down from the mountains had been increasing. Before the incidents, the past few days were consistenly raining.

Around 5 in the afternoon, we heard an unfamiliar sound come from the mountain after the sound we saw muds flowing down from the mountain, Manzano said. The affected families were currently staying at the Asinan Barangay Hall and Asinan Senior Citizen hall. Thirteen of the displaced families have already moved to another site in Barangay Wawandue because they were given tents. The Manzano compound should be abandoned permanently for safety reasons and also those areas beside it, said Edgardo David, geologist of Environmental Management Bureau (EMD). The Philippine National Red Cross-Zambales provided blankets, matting (banig), drinking water and container .

In line with the universitys campaign to conserve energy, the RMTU San Marcelino Campus Laboratory High School (RMTU-SM LHS) through its Principal Prof. Marietta S. Romera, called for a stern monitoring and evaluation of the use of electricity of the College of Education, Arts and Sciences (CEAS) Building where the LHS is located. Said order is in line with the existing energy and conservation drive of the RMTU Energy Conservation Management (RECM) pursuant to the provisions of Administrative Order No. 026. It just started as a requirement for senior high school students until I decided to instruct them to relay and share this advocacy to lower year students, said Romera to the TECHNOSCRIBE in an interview. (Bryan Jester S. Balmeo)

The former two-time president of the Supreme Student Government (SSG) is now the new editor in chief of the TECHNOSCRIBE, the official student publication of RMTU San Marcelino Campus. Bryan Jester S. Balmeo, BSED IV, assumed the editorship after the official announcement of the new set of editorial board by Ms. Lorina P. Bundang, the then publication adviser, held during the TECHNOSCRIBE Journalism Workshop cum Screening, July 1. Prior to his appointment, Balmeo served as the publications Junior Reporter from AY 2008-2009 and was promoted as the Associate Editor from AY 2009-2010 and retained it from AY 2010 2011. Balmeos position was assumed by Manuel Q. Garcia Jr. while Danilo V. Rogayan Jr. is now serving as the Managing Editor. Section editors include James E. Robison for News and Sports and Luzzel P. Antonio for Feature and Literary. The TECHNOSCRIBE was able to scout 28 new members during its press screening held at the Nursing Building.

The aspiring scribes were trained in various journalistic categories in the one-day campus endeavor joined in by a total of 61 participants. The existing members of the publication served as facilitators of the activity while the senior editors served as resource speakers. Rogayan discussed about the rudiments of editorial writing, Antonio tackled about news writing while Balmeo talked about feature writing. In the afternoon, Garcia shared his expertise on photojournalism while the senior cartoonists taught the basic knowledge on editorial cartooning. After the checking of outputs, Bundang led the announcement of the qualifiers. A panel interview, which was composed of the adviser and the board, was immediately conducted to assess their commitment in joining the publication. Many were chosen, but only few remain, challenged Bundang to the new editorial board and staff as the activity ended.

BY JAZMENE ESGUERRA

In celebration of Tuberculosis (TB) Month, RMTU San Marcelino Campus spearheaded a health symposium on TB, dengue fever and the effects of smoking held at the campus covered court, Aug. 17. Said topics were discussed by invited speakers from the provincial health office (PHO) of Zambales. Dr. Madonna RodriguezSumanga, PHO Chief of Technical Services, said that TB is rampant because people dont go for a

checkup. Though it is a communicable disease, panic no more because it already is curable. Jomar B. Alegado, Project Assistant of the Coalition Against TB, said that an international organization has given the province a fund for the prevention project on the said disease. Dr. Cecilia Romero, Health Education and Promotion Officer, discussed about dengue fever. Meanwhile, Dr. Criselda Yap, medical technologist, explained about the effects of smoking.

BY DANILO V. ROGAYAN JR.

The College of Education (CoEd) and the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) are now merged into a new college which is now known as the College of Education, Arts and Sciences (CEAS) effective Apr. 27. The former CoEd dean Dr. Nestor Z. Rondina was designated as CEAS Dean by RMTU President Dr. Feliciano S. Rosete through Office Order No. 48, s. 2011. Meanwhile Dr. Beverly I. Agustin, the former CAS Dean, was designated as the new Director for Instruction and Campus Registrar

of RMTU San Marcelino Campus. CEAS offers teacher education programs, which include Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd) and Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd) with specializations in English, Biological Science and Physical Science. The college likewise offers computer science programs including Associate in Computer Science (ACS) and Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS). The newly-established college ranks first in terms of student population with a total of 384 stu-

dents of which 299 enrolled in teacher education program while 85 took up computer science program. With proper admission and selective retention of students; with the cooperation of our qualified CEAS faculty and staff, with the full support of the administration, I am very optimistic that 5 years from now, we can produce quality and globally competitive graduates and a 90% to 100% LET passing percentage, said Rondina when asked how does he envision CEAS five years from now.

TRIBUTE TO THE DEAN. Mr. Eric DS Ebro (left) gives a certificate of recognition to College of Education, Arts and Sciences (CEAS) Dean Dr. Nestor Z. Rondina in celebration of the latters natal day in simultaneous with the annual sportsfest, Aug. 23.

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BY JAMES E. ROBISON BY HAZEL JOY ESPIRITU

Through Office Order No. 49, s. 2011, Dr. Beverly I. Agustin, former dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), was named as the new Director of Instruction (DI) and Campus Registrar of RMTU San Marcelino Campus. In an interview with the TECHNOSCRIBE, Agustin, who replaced Prof. Benjamin R. Capistrano, promised to improve and continue the latters performance. I am shocked and surprised. I even asked myself, why me? Agustin said when asked how she felt about her new designation. Agustin emphasized that it is her responsibility to continue the service for the students. When asked regarding the enrollment rate, she marked that it *enrollment+ is higher now compared last year. I believe that Castillejos Campus is our competitor when it comes to enrollment. Although, were in one university, but still were in different campus, Agustin pointed out. Agustin has been a college dean of the then CAS for seven years prior to her designation while her predecessor was named as campus Vice Chancellor. Coordination with the Office of the Student Affairs (OSA) is what we need to enhance the quality of services to the students, she ended.

To make RMTU a university with healthy students, the Physical Education (PE) Department of RMTU San Marcelino Campus headed by Mr. Jim Barry Ordillas, P.E. instructor and Cultural and Literary Affairs (CLA) Director, spearheaded a fun run for a cause held at Nagbunga, San Marcelino, Zambales, Oct. 17. A total of 110 participants from different colleges joined the said activity with a registration fee of Php 50.00. The proceeds of the said fun run were used in purchasing new sets of

sports equipment, head dresses for the Sining Folkolric Group (SFG) and other materials for the CLA office. The three-kilometer run started from Nagbunga plaza and ended at RMTU SM covered court. Reynaldo Orpia, BEEd IV, was the first to reach the finish line thus making him the first ever champion of the fun run which will be held annually starting next year. Thanks for those who joined and see you all next year, said Ordillas as the activity ended.

for External Affairs Dr. Angelica R. Abella and the guest -of-honor, Pangasinan 3rd District Rep. Ma. Rachel J. Arenas. The UNAP Outstanding Youth Leadership Award (OYLA) is an annual search which honors and promotes the outstanding achievements of young Filipinos aged 15-29 years. Recognizing the youths exemplary qualities, the search looks for young people who dedicated their talents and leadership skills in making a difference and becoming socially involved in their respective communities and organizations for the greater interest of their constituents and members. UNAP-OYLA 2011 Rogayan was the youngest among the 8 awardees chosen from 150 nominees nominated across the country. Other outstanding young leader awardee (OYLA) for the Environment category was Jovic Maurice Yee, 22, alumnus of Bicol University in Albay. Calasiao, Pangasinan Municipal Mayor Mark Roy Macanlalay, 27, and Pavia, Iloilo Municipal Councilor Jo Jan Paul Peol, 20, were awarded OYLA for the Politics and Government Service category. The OYLA for the Community Service category were Brenfred Romero, 24, instructor of the University of Eastern Philippines in Eastern Samar and Kristoffer John Rivera, 26, of Gawad Kalinga in Cagayan de Oro. Meanwhile, Alein Navares, 29, alumnus of Cebu Institute of Technology University in Cebu and Neil Vincent Sandoval, 25, alumnus of the Philippine Normal University in Manila were the OYLA for the Education category. An environmental advocate Rogayans commitment to the environment led him to take up a degree in Education with specialization in Biological Science. Im a nature lover and love to study the flora and fauna, Rogayan shared to TECHNOSCRIBE in an interview. Likewise, he is a strong environmental advocate, who firmly believes that preserving life on earth is not an easy task but one thing is for sure, it will always starts within oneself. I believe that people would have to look forward with hope, confidence and optimism in the future and pool the efforts as one world in preserving and protecting our environment, the former QuantumAghamic RMTU Science Society (QARSS) president enthused. Rogayan has been initiating valuable programs for the environment over the years, both in the academe and in the community. He has been dedicating his time and effort in spreading various ways that an individual can do to take part in protecting the Earth. I believe that environment should be given proper love and care as it performs its part in loving and caring the people through its abounding wealth and treasures, the TECHNOSCRIBE Managing Editor stressed. His significant contributions in the field of Environment is hoped to be an inspiration for his colleagues, mentors and kababayans. This recognition will serve as motivation and inspiration alike not only to me but to others as well as we all continue our causes and advocacies for the environment. May everyone be an ambassador of environment of their respective communities towards a greener Philippines and a greener world, the OYLA for environment concluded.

FUNRUN FOR A CAUSE. RMTU SM Campus students assemble themselves during the start of the FunRun for a Cause organized by the Physical Education (PE) Department, Oct. 17.

Six workers were killed after a 42-ton steel scaffolding of Keppel Shipyard Inc. gave way, falling directly to the workers below it, Oct. 5. The victims were identified as

Ronaldo Bagay, Jayor Reyes, Ronald Lara, Mark San Juan, Glen Miranda and Crisander Papna. The accident according to reports happened around 10:20 am at the forward drydock of the shipyard in barangay Cawag in Subic, Zambales.

BY MANUEL Q. GARCIA JR.

A 19-year old Zambaleo was invited by the United Nations Association of the Philippines (UNAP) to speak during the 12th International Youth Day: Youth and Educators Summit for the Millenium Development Goals (MDGs) held at Sarabia Manor Conference Center, Iloilo City on Aug. 4. Danilo V. Rogayan Jr., BSED IV student of RMTU San Marcelino Campus talked about volunteerism in ensuring environmental sustainability before the students and educators from the different universities and colleges in the Philippines and Asia-Pacific countries. Rogayan, who has been named as 2011 UNAP Outstanding Youth Leader for Environment Category, shared in the said forum his presentation entitled, Zambales Youth Commitment to the Environment. In his one-and-a-half-hour talk, he expounded his environmental advocacies and initiatives that he

has been doing for the environment, specifically in the province of Zambales. He likewise reiterated the vital role of every individual in protecting and preserving the environment towards achieving the MDG goal 7 or ensuring environmental sustainability. Other speakers in the said international forum for environment were Ms. Doris Alcomendras of Cebu Institute of Technology University of Cebu, Mr. Jovic Maurice Yee of Bicol University of Albay and Mr. Nio Pialva, Youth Desk Officer, Environmental Management Bureau of DENR. After all the presentations, Rogayan together with other speakers, faced a one-hour open forum and answered the questions thrown to them by the local and foreign delegates. The awarding of certificates of recognition and UN flags to the speakers ended the said forum.

Zambales Vice Governor Ramon Lacbain II in his discourse. Lacbain challenged the project proponents and the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authoritys Ecology Center to name the individuals and groups who purportedly approved the project. If they cannot prove the acceptability of the project, then they should stop forcing the people of Zambales and Olongapo to accept the same, he said. Meanwhile, Olongapo City mayor James Gordon Jr. said the project proponents should look for an alternative location, asserting that we dont accept it *coal plant project] here [Olongapo City]. We are all heroes today because we have stood up for the future of our community and our children, Gordon said. We want call centers here, not a coal plant. We want wind power, not coal power. Zambales Governor

from page 1 Hermogenes Ebdane Jr., although not present, urged officials to give the project a second look and conduct an honest to goodness consultation. The protest, which was spearheaded by the multi-sectoral OlongapoZambales Civil Society Network (OZCSN) and the Sigaw ng Lumalabang Olongapeo (Siglo), used the socialnetworking sites to beckon participants. According to Alex Hermoso, OZCSN lead convenor, several protest actions are forthcoming, even as oppositors are beefing up their ranks in anticipation of bigger mobilizations ahead. The fight against the coal-fired plant is just beginning. The proponents and supporters of the coal-fired power plant have seen nothing yet, enthused Hermoso. The scholars and students of RMTU San Marcelino were also present in the said rally.

The question now that bothers us is this, how can the establishment of coal plant in Subic affect the lives of every Zambaleos? On the positive note, the coal plant in Subic aims to provide cheap source of energy in the town, which ensures less expenses of the families allocated to electricity. Although the employability rate is not that soaring, numerous Zambaleos will also have higher chances of being employed, which will give them opportunities to earn income. But the main question is this: yes, we have SOME benefits. But can we give up bigger factors just to get FEW profits? This project will provide us a great source of energy for comforts sake. But the effects that can contribute by this coal plant will bring us surely to our doom. The pollution that this plant can give to Zambales and to the whole world is very alarming. While the whole planet is following an advocacy in fighting global warming, this Coal Power Plant will grandly oppose hopeful fight of all the people for our mother earth. Can we exchange cheapness to safety? Others will say that the coal plant is environmental friendly. Who are they fooling? Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) should be given if there will be a public consultation in the people residing around the proposed coal plant. But, no public consultation occurred. How come they have the ECC released? Without following safety protocols like this, the future will undoubtedly be a disaster concerning the whole neighborhood and the plant itself. We are risking all the efforts and the lives of all the people of Zambales. The call remains unmoved. We are against the establishment of the Coal-Fired Powered Plant in Subic. And this will still be our stand until the proper authorities who keep on pushing this will be awakened from their nightmares that this project is good for all of us. Coal Plant in Subic, a Big No!
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In a world full of hypocrites, it is not easy to tell the truth. I was looking for new posts in the home page of my facebook account when suddenly a video caught my attention. It was a video about James Soriano, an Ateneo de Manila University (AdMU) student, who wrote an article entitled Language, learning, identity, privilege last August 24, 2011 at the Manila Bulletin. In the video, some lines were put and the opinion of the creator of the link came after. Because of plain curiosity, I searched for the article and fortunately found it. I read it and discovered that Soriano discussed in his article about the inferiority of our own native language, which is Filipino, to the universal language, English. This is a part of his article: English is the language of learning. Ive known this since before I could go to school. As a toddler, my first study materials were a set of flash cards that my mother used to teach me the English alphabet Filipino, on the other hand, was always the other subject almost special subjects like PE or Home Economics, except that it was graded the same way as Science, Math, Religion, and English. Filipino was a chore, like washing the dishes; it was not the language of learning. It

was the language we used to speak to the people who washed our dishes It [Filipino Language (FL)] was the language of the streets: it was how you spoke to the tindera when you went to the tindahan, what you used to tell your katulong that you had an utos, and how you texted manong when you needed sundo na It (FL) might have the capacity to be the language of learning, but it is not the language of the learned It is neither the language of the classroom and the laboratory, nor the language of the boardroom, the court room, or the operating room. It is not the language of privilege Today, quarrelling about whether to use English or Filipino as the language is as argumentative as science vs. religion. Purists vs. Economists will be synonymous to Filipino vs. English. On the first corner, they try to explain that we dont need to prioritize other languages for our progress. For them, we should be similar to other countries like Korea, learning English to share to others their conserved culture, not to embrace other cultures. On the other side of the coin however, economists say we should use the English more because it is the language of a globalized society. And if we want to be a part of the economic trend, we should think like others do. English, in addition, is seen as a language of authority. One uses English and it seems that he is very intelligent, never mind if the grammar

is wrong, as long as you have the accent and you will be seen as intellectually superior. Is that so? James Soriano has been a witness of this language brouhaha. He had been so brutally frank about it, yes, but in the first place, a question occurred because of this scandalous article: are these facts that he wrote worthy of a further glance at how weak our outlook of our native language? James Soriano just became the culprit that scratched the match to light a dim and bewildering truth. He wrote all his experiences that others as a Filipino may also be experiencing. He went out of the frame and looked at the picture of our nation as a trying hard user of another language. He just became an honest victim and others seemed to be guilty because of his experiences. In the first place, who headed the trend of having English as a language for the learned? As what Dino Manrique said, an online Filipino writer, even if we have adopted English, it is still a borrowed language. Yes, maybe, Soriano stirred the minds of Filipinos not just in the country but around the globe. But we must ask ourselves, after the stirring, what comes next? Do we need another James Soriano or another article that will make us be acquainted more with our identity as Filipinos? Or we need to stop now, think a lot, and look at all sides of things rather than blaming others? The answer is all up to you.

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Somebody is seeking for privacy. Too bossy, too ridicule, a place of where Indians of material hand is born. Everyone is up for progressive satisfaction, in for better jurisdiction but never believe in chaotic destruction. Nevertheless whoever gives best remains in an ocean beneath the side window of such enormous living. Everybody is asking why. Somebody is asking what. But nobody is asking how. They are actually self-denial. Searching for understanding because no one could answer. At the end of this denouement, I found myself laughing at my own work, pretending while building a state of well-being. I cant really

judge people. My work is to cope up with them. But they deserve to be help. They are brave, intelligent, kind, but they lack of stewardship. However, this people are here because location wise is far and luckily to save penny. Along with them, is the basket of different kinds of cheapest fruits which is to be served, to be eaten, or to be spoiled in the freezer. No one can steel, but many can share even everything. It is place with inadequate supervision. The second miniature of laughing statutes and an area which most typhoons is being responded. Regulations are in the pocket. The dos and donts made it sounds complicating. Its mission is under arrest, while the vision is already been

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coiled. Where is the molding of empowerment when it is already been destroyed by the movement of indolence? Now, Im preparing for my final word. Where is the best place to settle? Do I have to control myself in return? Im harmless, but as if they could get what Im trying to say, Im free, for comments, for questions, for lectures, and for FIRES. Im water, Im fake. I can be clean or dirty. I can be safe or harmful. But without me, there is no life on Earth. So I can survive.

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Our country is faced with a multitude of pressing issues today. These issues receive different views from different people of different walks of life. I, as a social organism, likewise have divergent viewpoints of these issues confronting the country. ***** WALK THE TALK. The second SONA of President Aquino reached out the mass with his usage of Filipino as medium of communication. The form and style was excellently scribbled. I felt the power of every word in his speech. I believe that PNoys SONA brought renewed hope and inspiration to the people. However, the substance of his accomplishment report still lacks. I understand that the President has still five more years in office, I fervently expect that he will realize the promises he has avowed and accomplish more in the succeeding years. BLASPHEMOUS ART. The Philippines, being the only Catholic country in Asia, should never allow irreverent art displays that despise Catholicism. The CCP officials and the artists should be incarcerated for committing such ignominy and disgrace to the Christian faith. The exhibit was indeed an encroachment, not only into the laws of the land, but also the law of God, hence, its ex-

purgation is just right and necessary. ***** PUT INTO PRIORITY. The Freedom of Information Bill should be included among the top priority bills that should be enacted into laws. This legislative measure will give the public an open but responsible access of fundamental data and information that would truly heighten the battle against graft and corruption. ***** IT WILL COMPLICATE MATTERS. I laud the DOJs decision to reject Zaldy Ampatuans bid to turn as state witness concerning the appalling Maguindanao massacre. I believe that the former ARMM Governors move is an obvious attempt to confound the prosecution. It is very clear that he is trying to wash his own hands of the crime. But, thanks to Sec. De Lima for being firm for not giving her aye to Zaldys offer. ***** DONT ALLOW THE MESS. I feel disgusted about the legalization of same sex-marriages in New York City. Being a staunch believer in the sanctity of matrimony, I see it as unbecoming and indecent. I will always believe that marriage is only intended for a man and a woman for nothing in the Bible that says that same-sex marriage is permissible. I just hope that Philippines, as the only Catholic country in Asia, would not allow this mess. ***** HOPE PHL GETS INTO THE GAME. Asia, with its enormous natural and human resources, continues to upsurge its wealth over the years, with China, Japan and Singapore in the lead. With the soaring economy of these countries, it is not a surprise that Asia would transcend Europe in getting the highest

share of the worlds wealth. I just hope that the Philippines will also be able to properly utilize its resources so it can be at par with the economic tigers of the continent. ***** POPULATION IS WEALTH IF. A wellmanaged population is a wealth of a nation. Our ranking as the worlds 12th most densely populated country will always remain a good news if the Philippines will be able to utilize its population effectively and productively in order to make the countrys economy stable. Sufficient jobs should be generated by the government so every Filipino would be able to earn a living and would in turn suffice the necessities of their respective families. ***** SAFE TOURIST DESTINATION. I believe that the Philippines is a safe place for tourists. Although, there is no such country without chaos and disorder, the Philippines still manage to give its best security and safety to both local and foreign tourists who visit our multitude of wonder-of-nature places that can be found in the four corners of the archipelago. I just hope that the present administration would allocate adequate funds in the tourism department that will ensure tighter security and protection for the tourists who are visiting the country as we aim to be the top tourist destination in the world. ***** INVEST ON ENVIRONMENT. In the next five years, I hope that the Aquino administration would accomplish greatly on environmental sustainability especially now that the world

is facing environmental degradation. Concrete and sustainable environmental programs should be spearheaded by the government and should encourage the participation of the people in every community. Stricter implementation of the existing environmental laws should be achieved. Moreover, I hope that the present administration will likewise enact pending bills to laws about our dwindling environment before 2016. ***** SERVE THE PEOPLE. I conform to Bishop Socrates Villegas remark. More than integrity of character, a true leader should have the passion and dedication to serve his constituents. He shall serve not for personal vested interest, but in the interest of his people. Proactive service and actions are synonymous to leadership. ***** PNOY SHOULD DO THE SAME. Filipinos desire for real change is a long-standing story. With the election of President Aquino, Filipinos clamor for change upsurged. Everyone hopes that P-Noy would be able to address the countrys problems, as reflected in his promises when he assumed office. One year has gone by, but the accomplishments of his administration remain vague for the people to see and feel. We, Filipinos, have long shed our apathy. I only wish that the President would do the same. Editors Note: Please do visit my blogsite at danrogayan,wordpress.com and follow me on Twitter: @danrogayan.

fore you have been asked. There is no need to look for an empty seat for yourself if you already know that those are already reserved for the others. Remembering the days as Junior Reporter---First ten articles submitted were all rejected. The next batch of articles, one LUZZEL P. ANTONIO was accepted. The nine other articles, just missluzzel_04@yahoo.com like before, rejected. Rejection introduced Here I go again, writing for my column the act of determination. An image maker of Equalizer. As usual this column does not only Nobody and now turned as Somebody. show thumbs turning down. This also views Another thing remembered was the wave of positivity. this, Ano naman ang sense nyang pagiging As I am writing, I remember a saying PRESS at maging member ng publicawhich goes this way, Journalism is a chaltion? Wala namang incentive. lenge of filling out a space. But I beg to disSaying PRESS AKO is something to agree with that. I am not writing this just to be proud of. Many are frustrated to be part fill a space in this newspaof a publication but they per. Journalism is not like Journalism is not like were not blessed to be. As an examination where Technoscribe stands as a an examination where Transformation Agent, as a students are intended to students are intended writer, chance is given for fill the blanks with the correct answer. Journalism is you to transform people by to fill the blanks with bringing the truth right bringing an effect to their the correct answer. into the eyes of the readlives. I think another good ers. Of course, it is also incentive one could have is touching the lives of people who values jourto be titled as an Agent of Transformation. nalism. But the best thing is to have another family. I value writing and I have high regards We all have mighty inks flowing in our veins. for it. Maybe that is because of my long stay Thats how powerful writing is. in the publication. I started as a Junior ReIts not really the money as payporter and became a Managing Editor for ment for the articles which the writers write. two years. Now, on my fourth year I was The worth of my stay in the pub is spending appointed as the Literary/Feature Editor. I my time with other staffs eating rice, a good know that I am not the busiest person in our in a can and the favorite asparagus soup publication, but there are points when I feel (Instant Noodles). that my strength is not enough. Time is too If I wasnt able to remember how short to accomplish all the tasks. this world of press transformed me, for sure Yes, this is life. Choices exist everythis will not be here anymore. Thumps Up!!! where. Maybe its time to give up some part As I end my column, let me share of myself to provide time for matters which I some lyrics from a song For Good. think I should prioritize more and to have a I've heard it said that people come into our space to breathe. lives for a reason. Bringing something we Staying will be worthless if you are must learn and we are led to those who help not productive anymore. Being a member us most to grow if we let them. And we help will be futile if actions are just for complethem in return. Well, I don't know if I believe tions. Suggesting will be senseless if there is that's true. But I know I'm who I am today no chance to share it. Answering a yes or a because I knew you... no for their questions is not important at all; by the way decisions have been made beI have been changed for good.

tainable tourism in the Philippines. This is an extraordinary achievement of Filipino people. Aside from the PPUR of Philippines, other nominees that made it to the top 10 include the Dead Sea (Israel/Jordan/ EDJOHN HAROLD F. TOMBOC Palestine), Grand Canyon (United States), edjohn07@yahoo.com Great Barrier Reef (Australia/Papua New Guinea), Halong Bay (Vietnam), Jeita Grotto The Puerto Princesa Underground (Lebanon), Jeju Island (South Korea), Komodo River is the official entry of the Philippines to Island (Indonesia), Sundarbans (Bangladesh/ the Search for the New 7 Wonders of Nature. India), and Vesuvius (Italy). It is one of the few such rivers which the pubFor me there are seven reasons why lic can easily experience and appreciate the the PPUR deserves to be one of the true wonnature. It is reputed to be the longest underder of nature: Majestic nature, magnificent ground river in the World. flora and fauna, navigable underground River, The Puerto Princesa Subterranean completely new cave mineral, a unique rock River National Park formation, a genuine is located about 50 custodian of the I encourage all Filipinos, both kilometers north of worlds bedazzling the city of Puerto history, and most here and abroad, to help in the Princesa, Palawan, especially, truly a campaign to ensure that the Philippines. It feaFilipino pride! tures a limestone I encourage all FilipiPuerto Princesa Underground karst mountain nos, both here and River (PPUR) be proclaimed as landscape with an abroad, to help in one of the New Seven Wonders of the campaign to 8.2 kilometer navigable underground Nature I believe that PPUR will ensure that the river. A distinguishPPUR be proclaimed be a part of global memory ing feature of the as one of the N7WN. river is that it With the support forever. winds through a and help of the peocave before flowple of Puerto Prining directly into the West Philippine Sea. cesa and around the Philippines and around It includes major formations of stathe world who appreciate PPUR, I believe that lactites and stalagmites, and several large it will have a big chance to be one of the chambers. The lower portion of the river is N7WN. subject to tidal influences. The underground I encourage everyone to join the river in Puerto Princesa is reputed to be the campaign to have one of the many fascinating world's longest of subterranean river. At the ecotourism destinations here in the Philipmouth of the cave, a clear lagoon is framed pines to be listed among the New Seven by ancient trees growing right to the water's Wonders of Nature. edge. It is a source of pride and a key eleThe Puerto Princesa Subterranean ment in the identity of the people of Puerto River National Park is one of the most imporPrincesa, and of the Philippines as a whole. I tant biodiversity conservation areas of the look forward to an exciting and recordPhilippines. The area also represents signifibreaking final race, with the whole world cant habitat for biodiversity conservation. It coming together to choose the official new 7 has been cited as an example of best pracwonders of nature, I believe that PPUR will be tices for biodiversity conservation and susa part of global memory forever.

Good Day guys! Here I am for the first time to bring the question that holds the central issue regarding the never-ending issue of our university presidents extension. So RAMONIANS, be ready and let the flow of the students opinion continuously enter your minds. Question: If you were a member of the Board of Regents, are you willing for the presidents extension? Yes, because in my point of view, he had enough experiences and knowledge to attain more accomplishments and success that the university could have. (MISSISSIPI_07) No, because at this juncture we need a new president because I believe our campus is the reflection of his leadership but if we take a look at our campus, can we consider this a campus?? (CZECH_11) Well in my case, I really dont know for the reason that I dont have enough information since I am a freshman student. Actually, Im not really aware about this issue. (PAPILLION_51) Yes, Rosete shall remain in the position until such time that a new president will be declared. (NORALYN JIMENEZ) No, because we should give chance to others for them to express their own style in handling this university leading to success and more accomplishments. (BUGS BUNNY) Yes, because I believe that he has the experiences he would need in order to run this university and to accomplish more achievements. (JM_17) You want EXTENSION? We need improvement of RMTU FOREST Campus! (THIRSTY) Development does not depend on the officials it depends on your choice! (FINGER) To be true to myself, I really dont know the university president up close and personal thats why I really never mind whether he becomes our president forever. (CONNECTICUT) Yes, I want him to extend on his position because he still can give and offer things that will make our university one of the best performing state university in the country. (FLYING FISH_52) All I can say is that when almost all the people under your governance are turning their backs on you or opposing you, then there is a problem in your leadership. Its not all about the knowledge and ability of the leader, but the strong unity and bonding inside the administration. And when this great unity is not present, then we need to remember the words END and CHANGE. Lets not just think about ourselves. There is more beyond issue. (Mc QUEEN_18) Yes, since I am a new student of this campus, I want to see and experi-

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ence the presidents administration and his ability to run this university Then let me decide again next time. (UNLTD) Definitely yes, because I think he had enough power and knowledge to manage the University. (WASTED) Absolutely NO, because we need to give chance to others. (HOME) If I were a member of the Board of Regents, I would disagree to the extension of Dr. Rosete, due to the fact that he had been in that position for years now, yet he had not done things he should have accomplished. I havent seen any progress especially here in our campus. (AMNESIA) I would say yes, for the reason that , we still need a man who will stand as the president of our university even if he was already retired, besides he was placed as a OIC, he still own the position. (HEYGUYS) I will say a big NO, because his term is over. Lets give chance to others who are more deserving for the position. (PARAMORE09) If I were a member of the board of regents, I will not be in favor of the university presidents extension because our university deserves a new look and definitely a new president. Thank you. (WEST VIRGINIA) I do not agree for the presidents extension because, I want change!!! (FAIRYPIXIE) I want to say a big NO! Because his term is over, lets give a chance to others who is much deserving for the position! (AISHITE IMASU) Yes because everybody deserve a 100 t h chance..! HAHAHA!! (UZAMANAI) NoNo .No.No way I am not in favor for another extension... Because one is enough two is too much!!! (BLUE BUNNY) Lets face it another term again try to rest a littlelet others have their own taste of that position so no more extension for now (LITTLE_18) Of course yes why not if it is for the better and not for worst.just dont stay till death do you partits not forever remember that!!! (SPONGE) There you go and just like our Editorial last year said and I quote, we are anticipating change with the coming of the new president. We want to move on. We want to step forward. We want to push for real progress. And we can only do this with a stable leadership. No matter how good a leader is, there is such thing as term. As the adage goes, all good things must come to an end.

The unquestioning belief that does not require proof or evidence, a feeling that what is wanted will happen; desire accompanied by expectation, and the strength to bear misfortune or pain, are the secrets for one to stand in this world of deception. Right attitude towards attaining desired goals is badly needed in facing the pros and cons of life. A students life is full of bliss, difficulty and journey. In this road of career, you will experience to fall and how to cope up. There are some whose intention is to put you down because of insecurity and jealousy. Moreover, being a student take all the risks just to fly high in reaching the altitudes of success and escape from the fortress of sigh. Students are divided into different kinds. Some are hardworking, some are just mere playing, not minding the tuitions they are paying, for so long as they are enjoying. This attitude must not be tolerated but must be razed. There are also students who just go with the flow and synchronizing to what is up. Also, there are those who are attention seeker or commonly referred to as epal. On the other side, teachers also are of different kinds. There are those who observe the op-

portunities of disciplining the stuJAMES E. ROBISON dents in a jamesrobison84@yahoo.com right manner. There are those who just keep on giving requirements which burden the students. There are those who respect the opinions of their students. And the list just goes on. Teachers really are great source of wisdom. But there are some instances that students become ridiculous and stupid. Such causes are giving them hard time because the technique in teaching is unadmirable, assigning them work that exceeds in normal, and distributing too many requirements with a short span of compiling. Whatever lies in the store, students must not retreat the battle for their career. As Og Mandino wrote, we must remove from our vocabulary such words and phrases as quit, cannot, unable, impossible, out of the question, improbable, failure, unworkable and hopeless. Spell the magic through believing in Him, anticipating positive result of deeds and be invulnerable. This is the potion of life, mix it with passion.

We teach for understanding and we do it APRIL JOY D. VALDEZ apriljoy05@gmail.com by design. We all know that in this world, there are no permanent except change itself. We cannot assure that all throughout the process it could be successful but we cannot deny the fact that there are also good thing that it brought. In every aspect of life, there are changes that we experienced. They evolve from the traditional system to a new one. This new system has something that we could compare that has a big difference or the other way around to the old one. Although we could not say that the old one is uneffective but instead we should meet the needs of the new trend in our modern times so that it could be use more effectively. We are all aware of the said new educational system. This new educational system also known as the UbD----Understanding by Design. The overall goal of the 2010 Secondary Educational Program is to develop a functionally literate Filipino who can effectively function in various communication situations. UbD focus on the communicative and literary competence of the Filipino youth. As part of the design, they characterized the students that will undergo this new system that they should be able to express clearly ones ideas

and feelings orally, in writing and non-verbally; to learn on his own; to read, comprehend and respond in turn to ideas presented; and to assess, process, and utilize available basic and multimedia information. The literary competence is concerned with general skills needed to meet the communicative and linguistic demands of the different text types of literature. Values underscore the significant insights and universal truths presented in the various literary texts. We are in the computer age, and we cannot deny that most of our youth are computer literate. The program highlights the importance of viewing of multimedia and Internet sources of information as the means to develop activity in transcoding concepts from one medium to another. These additional inputs mark the difference between the UbD and what preceded it. The teachers take on the role as the facilitator of learning. The program uses the problembased, task-based and competency-based learning approaches in which students collaboratively solve problems and reflect on their experiences. An educational system isn't worth a great deal if it teaches young people how to make a living but doesn't teach them how to make a life. Whatever the system we use, the success of it will solely depends on us. There are no perfect system it just a matter of understanding by design. search for Tuko and went crazy on weighing them. Selling and trading CINDY F. DE ASIS Tuko at this kt_056@yahoo.com time can give you P 50,000.00 to half a million depending on the weight of the Tuko. Tuko is not in the list of endangered species but it is a part of wildlife collection. Putting this kind of creature in trade is against the law. Since the news about Tuko for treating AIDS is just a speculation, it is not advisable to continue this kind of business. If this animal suddenly disappears, it will affect the nature and the ecological balance. Tuko is known as an insect eater so when they vanish, mosquito or insect population will increase. Selfishness can lead to self destruction. We believe that everyone should be responsible and should reflect on whats happening. Its not always what will happen to me? but it should be what will happen to everyone if this continues? . We should think of ourselves and our safety and at the same time, the protection of the society. As what all the institutions in the country always say, we discourage every Filipino to participate in the Tuko trade and to believe in any claims that have no scientific basis. Who knows, what we think as a cure can even lead us to a more destructive state where even tuko cannot save us.

Tokay Gecko is an animal just like a lizard and belongs to the class reptilia. It is common in Bangladesh and India, and throughout Southeast Asia. In the Philippines, it is also known as Toko or Tuko because of the sound it produces. Its natural habitat is in trees and cliffs but it is commonly seen in ceilings and walls of houses searching for insect prey. Lately, news started to spread and repeatedly announced in televisions that Tokay Gecko or the Tuko can possibly be a cure for AIDS or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AIDS is a Sexually Transmitted disease and the last stage of HIV disease which until now has no cure. They say that the enzymes produced by this Tuko is the hope they have been waiting for and by eating dried, pulverized or broiled Tuko can treat the said disease. Because of this new condition, Tuko trading is widely practiced in the Philippines and people are doing their best to become a part of this trade to earn P400,000.00. But people should not be occupied by this good news and should think first. There are no scientific studies yet that can confirm the effectiveness of this claim. There is no reason to resort in this kind of treatment because it might be more dangerous to patients and might cause more serious problems. Seeking proper treatment is the best thing to do since it can prevent more complicated and more expensive situation. After the news had spread, people started to

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BY ANJANETTE PAJE & JILLIAN RAGADIO

RMTUS PRIDE. Danilo V. Rogayan Jr. (in black shirt) receives the plaque of recognition from RMTU President Dr. Feliciano S. Rosete during a courtesy call, Aug. 9. With him are Mr. Daimiel delos Reyes, Engr. Jerry S. Cristobal, John April Marpa and Ms. Marilyn Gutierrez.

BY BRYAN JESTER S. BALMEO

Four editors of the TECHheaded by its Editor in Chief Bryan Jester S. Balmeo shared their knowledge and expertise during the Intensive Journalism Workshop of San Miguel National High School (SMNHS), San Antonio, Zambales, Aug. 2931. Balmeo and his Managing Editor, Danilo V. Rogayan Jr. served as lecturer-judges on the first day, wherein Balmeo tackled about Feature Writing while the latter discussed about News and Editorial Writing. Manuel Q. Garcia Jr., the publications Associate Editor talked about Photojournalism on the second day together
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with James Robison, News and Sports Editor, who on the other hand discussed about Sports Writing. The lecturer-judges selected the top 10 best entries in the various journalist categories, which will determine if the scribes will make it to their campus publication and be designated to editorial posts. Mr. Manolito Basilio, The Scroll adviser and also the organizer of the said workshop, expressed his gratitude to the service given by the four editors. Technoscribe Editors have already been serving as speakers in journalism workshops in the province.

ILOILO CITY Danilo V. Rogayan Jr., the Managing Editor of TECHNOSCRIBE of RMTU SM Campus, garnered 1st Runner-up in the International Essay Writing Contest on the United Nations (UN) Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) held at Sarabia Manor Hotel and Conference Center here, Aug. 6. Said competition was one of the activities of the 12th International Youth Day, participated in by the youth and educators coming from the universities and colleges across the Philippines and Asia-Pacific countries including Korea, Japan, China, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Indonesia, among others. With the theme, Volunteering for MDGs: Discover the Volunteer in You, Rogayan expounded in his essay the achievements of the eight MDGs in the country and how will it accelerate the realization of these goals by 2015. Rogayans essay entitled MDGs: Vision, Volunteerism, Victory was adjudged based on its content and relevance to the

theme (40%); structure and cycle (35%); and originality (25%). The BSED senior student received a medal and a certificate of recognition given by the United Nations Association of the Philippines (UNAP) during the Awarding Ceremonies held on Aug. 7. Engr. Jerry S. Cristobal served as the official coach of Rogayan. Meanwhile, John April N. Marpa of RMTU Iba Campus grabbed the championship title in the poster making contest and was coached by Mr. Daimiel delos Reyes. It was unexpected. I thought I would not be able to make it because many of the participants came from the most premiere universities not only here in the Philippines but also in other countries. But thank God for giving me such opportunity to prove that Ramonians can transcend even in an international competition, shared Rogayan in an interview. It can be remembered that Rogayan, has also been awarded as 2011 UNAP Outstanding Youth Leader for Environment Category.

BY DANILO V. ROGAYAN JR.

CLARK FIELD, Pampanga Ten of the 13 municipalities of Zambales received the Seal of Good Housekeeping (SGH) from the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) held at Oxford Hotel here, Oct. 19. DILG Secretary Jesse M. Robredo personally handed the awards to the mayors and representatives of Castillejos, San Marcelino, San Antonio, San Narciso, San Felipe, Botolan, Iba, Palauig, Candelaria, and Sta. Cruz. The SGH is given to local

government units (LGUs) that have excelled in the areas of planning, budgeting, revenue mobilization, financial management and budget execution, procurement, and resource mobilization. San Felipe also bagged the runner-up accolade for the Gawad Pamana ng Lahi in Central Luzon municipal category. San Felipe and San Narciso also received P1 million PCF each, an incentive given to 4th and 5th class municipalities.

The provincial government of Zambales headed by Vice Governor Ramon Lacbain approved the Ordinance No. 2011-30 which gives mandate to the retailers, distributors, and food establishments to sell ironfortified rice in the entire province. The ordinance,

otherwise known as an ordinance providing regulatory mechanism for the sale of iron-fortified rice in all stores and food service establishments in Zambales, aims to cater the people with nutritious and cheap rice especially for our poor kababayans. The I-rice is an

iron-fortified NFA rice which is immersed in iron solution in a particular time until the iron ingredient stayed on the rice. It is being sold Php 27.00, same price with the ordinary NFA rice. This program is in line with the provisions of RA 8976.

BY JAMES E. ROBISON

RMTU President Dr. Feliciano Rosete designated Mr. Jimbarry Ordillas as acting director for the Cultural and Literary Affairs (CLA) of R M T U S a n Marcelino, through Office Order No. 68, s. 2011. Ordillas who sucfrom page 1

ceeded Prof. Adoracion Raguine, promised to perform his work through the best of my abilities. I will continue the high profile of the Sining Folkloric Group (SFG) in terms of or through the performances of it and will not cease the legacy

to compete in regional and national competitions, he stressed. He has established the RMTU Chorale Ensemble as stepping stone to realize the vision of the office.

Samahan ng mga Mag-aaral na Ipinaglalaban ang lahat ng Estudyante ng RMTU Third Generation (SMILE 3) party standard-bearer Christian G. Awilan, BSED III, grabbed the presidency of the Supreme Student Government (SSG) unopposed, garnering 77.12% or 391 votes. First time in history, the SMILE 3 was the lone party which joined the SSG Elections this year, making all the competing candidates won by default. Despite of one competing party, the SSG Comelec still pursued the electoral process from the campaign period until the tallying of votes. The SSG Comelec released the official results of votes last Jul. 8 which showed that all candidates have reached the 50% votes from a total of 507 electorates. Vice president candidate Rodel Lucky Taroma, BSHRM III, gained 410 or 80.87% of votes. Divine Grace Valencia, BSEd II, posted the highest percentage of votes with 81.85% or 415 votes, grabbing the secretarial position. Bryan Dennis Gayos, LHS IV, who ran for subsecretary, got 77.51% or 393 votes. Candidate for treasurer Jerlyn dela Cruz, BEEd III, hauled a total of 397 votes or 78.30% while candidate for sub treasurer, Pearl Lilibeth Paje, LHS III, got a total of 401 or 79.09 vote percentage. Ma. Krizia Charyze de Guzman, BSHRM III, who ran for auditor, gained 354 votes or 69.82% while Yanni Glenn Madarang, BSAH I, grabbed Public Relations Officer position with a total of 381 or 75.14% of votes. Meanwhile, the Business Manager position was led by Jenel Velasco, LHS III, with 343 or 67.65% vote percentage; Anjannette Marie Paje, BSEd II, 340 votes (67.06%); Jillian Ragadio, BSEd I, 319 votes (62.92%); and Arvin Punzalan, BEEd II, 307 votes (60.55%). Jasmine Joyce Grospe, LHS IV, took the lead in the Sergeant-at-Arms position with 344 or 67.85 vote percentage; Aram Ramos, DAT I, with 326 votes (64.30%); Jonnel Tubes, ACS I, with 305 votes (60.16%); and Renmar Sherwin Rizando, DAT I, with 298 votes (58.78%). Salamat sa mga kapwa ko mag-aaral dito sa ating unibersidad sa pagboto sa aming lahat. At bilang ganti sa mga boto na ibinigay niyo sa amin, we will do what the last administration did not, said Awilan, and by the wisdom of my comrades and I, the great efficacy will be delivered. Awilan served as Sub-Treasurer in the SSG last year and was also the former Circulation Manager of the TECHNOSCRIBE. Tulong-tulong po tayo upang makamit natin ang ating layunin, the SSG president added.

activities headed by the overall chairman, Danilo V. Rogayan Jr. On June 14, a Rizal Slogan Making contest was held at the Laboratory High School library facilitated in by Monina Joy Ico, Ailyn Caritativo and Glory Jane Dalisay. The next day, Lashaundra Ballon, John Arthur Arraro and Mercie Joy Ragadio assisted the conduct of the Poster Making contest which was held at the Main Library. Bryan Jester Balmeo, Luzzel Antonio and April Joy Valdez headed the Rizal Essay and Poetry Writing contest conducted at the Techno Office and Student Center on June 16. On June 17, the Rizal biographical film viewing was held in the morning at the RET Center which showcased the original productions of BSED IVs Rizartistas and Libertistas. The five-hour film showing was facilitated in by Andrew Paje, Arianne Eugenio, Karl Lyndon Lim,

Jessa Dorigo, Marjorie Artillera, Hazel Gregorio and Frenzy Valdez. In the afternoon, the Rizal Excellence Quiz Bowl was held with Edjohn Harold Tomboc and Grace Ann Azurin as quiz masters, assisted by the lead proctors, Princes dela Rosa and Riliza Dicang. After the quiz bowl, the closing and awarding ceremonies were held at 3:00 pm. I would like to congratulate the organizers for this very remarkable event. This is first time to happen here in our university and I am grateful that BSED IV has initiated to honor the national hero in his 150th birthday, Dr. Nestor Z. Rondina, CEAS Dean, reiterated in his opening remarks. RMTU San Marcelino Chancellor Dr. Emma C. Ventura in her inspirational talk likewise commended the exceptional leadership and initiative of the organizers in spearheading such endeavor. Like what Rizal once said, I

want the students of RMTU San Marcelino to be the hope of this nation by simply doing good things here in this school and in the community as well, Ventura enthused. After the roll call, Antonio recapitulated the activities held in the week-long celebration followed by an intermission number prepared by the BSED IV. Afterwards, the sesquicentennial creed of Rizalism was recited by all the students with Tomboc on the lead. Balmeo likewise imparted to the audience the timeless lessons from the national hero. The awarding of certificates to the event organizers and contest winners immediately followed. Be a living Rizal! Emulate the values and idealism he has exemplified. And be the realization of that hope as we altogether tread the path towards progress and development of our country, the Rizal Festival overall chairman emphasized in his closing remarks.

Seven out of eight students of Ramon Magsaysay Technological University (RMTU) successfully passed the first two stages of the screening and selection process for the 14th National Ayala Young Leaders Congress (AYLC 2012). The seven Ramonians who made it to the top 150 are Chris-

tian G. Awilan, RMTU San Marcelino Campus; Rhaian M. Corpuz, RMTU Sta. Cruz Campus; Norvin D. de Ocampo, RMTU Iba Campus; John R. dela Cruz, RMTU Candelaria Campus; Joel C. Ebalan, Jorald E. Mangohig, and Phil Collins E. Nequinto, RMTU Masinloc Campus. (D. Rogayan Jr.)

SESQUICENTENNIAL CREED OF RIZALISM. BSED IV students lead RMTU SM Campus students in reciting the sesquicentennial creed of Rizalism during the cosing rites of the Rizal Festival: Pepe at 150 held at the campus covered court, June 17.

BY BRYAN JESTER S. BALMEO

Beware of the villains in the Cyber world

One not-so-interesting day, I decided to open my facebook account to see if there has been any likes, comments, or other things my friends added in my notifications. After Transformative Media? a few chit-chats and comments with other Cyber Bullying, according to the net, statuses, I decided to browse on my homecan be defined as, when the internet, cellpage. Nothing has been so nice, and the phones or statuses are all borother deing that I just wanted vices are to log out until an ... although we have the used to image caught my send or freedom of expression to say attention. It is a link post texts posted by a student what we want to say, write what or images officer from a sister intended to we want to write, but our school warning the hurt or public that there is freedom will always embarrass an account named another be subjected to others rights. after their schools person [or student organization organizathat besmirch their tion]. reputation and attack their school authoriThe web further explains, Cyberties. Curious as I am, I searched for the acbullying can be as simple as continuing to count and read all the offensive statements send e-mail to someone who has said they that person had posted in his/her wall. want no further contact I clicked the Add Friend button. w i t h Weeks after that incident, I received a text message coming from one of the students in this campus, saying that another bogus account also posts offensive statements, this time against their department. Fortunately, I need not locate the account because I found it requesting friendship with me. This time, I clicked Not Now.

lessened, but it seems that another problem take place with the occurrence of a solution, poison letters, school bullying, and other forms of harassment has been transformed to something more sensational, and dangerous Cyber Bullying.

harass a certain person or organization since it is very hard to catch them and held accountable for their deeds. Another reason is that Internet has a lot of subscribers, needless to say that when you are cyber bullied, everybody can witness, share, and react on it, thus giving further flame to the problem.

comments even though they are not involved) as few of many Filipino traits, Cyber Bullying will really be a big part of social media in the countrys setting.

Will RMTU follow USTs first step?

Because of these controversies regarding Cyber Bullying, University of Santo Tomas, the oldest university in the Philippines, decided to make certain actions for the safety of their students, according to an article published by The Varsitarian, the official student publication of UST, in its official online newspaper. *Students+ should avoid doing acts of indecency through the use of indecent words, uploading indecent pictures or images reflecting unchristian behaviour of him or of any persons. This was stated on the provision regarding the use of electronic media inserted on the universitys Code of Conduct and Discipline of their student handbook. Because of the increasing number of incidents concerning students being bullied in social networking sites, we decided that is about time that we emphasize to students that their expression in social networking sites can have repercussion in the University, said Antonio Chua, legal consultant of UST Office of the Student Affairs (OSA), in an interview by Rafael L. Antonio, a member of The Varsitarian. Freedom of expression is always subject to limitation, emphasized Chua when asked if the provision will violate students freedom of expression. If youre injuring somebodys reputation, that is the limitation. Prof. Luz N. Corpuz, Director for Student Affairs of RMTU San Marcelino Campus agreed with the step made by UST regarding the said provision about Cyber Bullying. We can also consider adding that provision in the Student Handbook regarding posting of comments and pictures in the Internet, to ensure that our students will be guided in posting to their different social networking sites, she said. The director also emphasized that although we have the freedom of expression to say what we want to say, write what we want to write, but our freedom will always be subjected to others rights. Just be careful in posting any statements or images in the Internet, be responsible and always be aware of the consequences of your actions, ended the OSA Director when asked about her message to the students.

Blame it to the culture can you?

Much as in the school setting, Cyber Bullying also reached even in the entire archipelago. Does the name Christopher Lao ring a bell to you? Yes, you remember it right, he was the one interviewed by a leading station last August 2, just this year. He drew attention -actually so much attention, as he was caught by a television crew driving his car through a flooded area in Mother Ignacia Avenue in Quezon City. What even got more attention was when he answered the reporter when asked what encouraged him to proceed through the flooded street, as a result making his line, I should have been informed so popular in the cyber world. Reaction s flooded in the various social networking sites, a n d t h e n t h e bullyi n g b e gun. Dif-

The Reality
We really are in the cyber world. Social media has been very effective in improving the communication not just in the Philippines but all over the globe. In our campus, almost all student organizations have their own account in the different social networking sites to adapt to these pandemic changes. Even the Technoscribe, the official student publication of RMTU, did not agree to be outdated to this development. Social media has been so helpful for the publication. For three years since the inception of Technoscribe San Marcelino in facebook, it aimed to deliver information regarding whats new in the campus. We have to ride through the journey of the transformative press. We should never be obsolete, said Danilo V. Rogayan Jr., the Managing Editor of the publication, and the maker of the Techno account when he was still the Editor in chief way back 2009. It is also very helpful in disseminating updates to other staff. Kung may meeting ba, kailan ang presswork, added Cindy Ferrer de Asis, a junior staff of the publication. Aside from text messaging, social networking sites like facebook and twitter make us updated with orders from our editors. Truly, we need social media in the kind of society we have at present. But, everything that we abuse has its disadvantages. Everything that is not used properly will give harm to others if not properly treated. The occurrence of posting offensive statements in different social networking sites versus the aid these sites give to other users just proves the fact that all things has its two faces. With this fast approaching technological invasion, difficulty in disseminating information has

the sender, but it may also include threats, sexual remarks, pejorative labels (i.e., hate speech), ganging up on victims by making them the subject of ridicule in forums, and posting false statements as fact aimed at humiliation. Cyberbullies may disclose victims' personal data (e.g. real name, address, or workplace/ schools) at websites or forums or may pose as the identity of a victim for the purpose of publishing material in their name that defames or ridicules them. Some cyber-bullies may also send threatening and harassing emails and instant messages to the victims, while other post rumours or gossip and instigate others to dislike and gang up on the target. This type of bullying is in actuality hazardous for the one doing the bullying can be unidentified, thus giving more confidence to

ferent hate pages in facebook were created, such as Christopher Lao Lao Utak and Dikdikin si Christopher Lao Sa Insulto Hangang MagpakaUse the Media matay to Responsibly name a Just be careful in posting any Though social netfew. Instatements or images in the working sites are there sulting w o r d s Internet, be responsible and al- to help us in our everyday endeavours, we flooded ways be aware of the consemust help one another and hurtin ensuring that these ing statequences of your actions. sites will not harm other m e n t s individuals. We have to were rebe responsible enough, leased. with or without school regulations, for we Christopher Lao definitely became an instant are tasked to respect the rights of others, no Cyber Bullying victim. But why do Filipinos matter how free our country may be. As seem to be too drenched in Cyber Bullying? what a famous adage says, The right of a Well, having the sisihan (blaming) and beperson ends, when the rights of others being an oozy (short for usyusero, wherein gin. everything under the sun wants to be given

BY CINDY F. DE ASIS

Cigarette smoking is dangerous to your health. This is a popular line known by almost all Filipinos written in cigarette packets and advertised in commercials. It is a warning given by the government not just to fulfill their duties in protecting its citizens but also to give evidence that Philippines is suffering from smoking fad. According to the World Health Organization (2001), Philippines is the 15th biggest consumer of cigarettes in the world and the largest cigarette consumer among the South East Asian countries. Over 17 million Filipinos from 15 years old and above have the capability to smoke, based on a survey. And most of them started to use cigarettes during early adolescence. Now, we cant deny the fact that this is a very serious problem. Lets not blame curiosity alone. Because of curiosity, many teenagers enter a world full of mystery and questions and they seek answers by themselves. But there are certain factors that strengthen this holy curiosity when it comes to smoking. The unbeatable media advertising which can influence many people while earning lots of money is really something. Exposure to smoke in public places is also very powerful in pulling teens into the dark side of the world. And

How can we ensure its effectiveness if unfortunately smoking is not included as an offense in the new student handbook?

lastly, the most invincible factor that can manipulate anyone is the parents. A person being raised by parents who smoke will most likely end up smoking too. It is so annoying to see that despite the knowledge about the bad effects of smoking, people allow themselves and the other people to continue this trend. In fact, 62.8% of Filipino minors are not refused when buying cigarettes or any tobacco products although it is unlawful according to R.A. No. 9211 Sec. 9. But the biggest cruel thing is that children themselves are used as agents in selling cigarettes. It is so easy to say but it is so hard to act and stand up in quitting the hobby. Nearly 90% of Filipino adolescents support the smoking ban and want to quit but still, number of smoking youth doesnt decrease. This is an ironic part but this is a fact that everybody should face. Smoking is addiction. Nicotine is the addictive agent in cigarettes which is delivered to the brain when someone smokes. A smoker gets 1 to 2 milligrams of nicotine in every cigarette he used. Thats why it is very hard to stop smoking even you know the fact that cigarettes contain tar, carbon monoxide and chemicals like DDT, arsenic and formaldehyde which is used in

preserving dead animals. The government had visualized this kind of situation thats why they created laws that could help in maintaining and controlling the use of cigarettes and tobacco products. The Republic Act No. 9211 which is an act to regulate the packaging, use, sale distribution, and advertisements of tobacco products was implemented. It includes the prohibition of smoking in public places which include schools and universities for persons under 18 years old. There is also the Republic Act 8749 or Clean Air Act of 1999 which also forbids smoking inside a public building or an enclosed public place. But although there are existing laws like these, our country is still suffering from the consequence of smoking. It is so pathetic to believe that some people dont follow these simple rules and many of them are unaware of these. Schools and Universities are undoubtedly the second home of children and youths. They are the institutions that teach and guide youths towards the bright path. But, most teens have their first cigarette inside these institutions. Thats why administrators and instructors should act strictly and

not just implement various rules and just put some signage of Free Smoking Zone in the campus. In this university, a Free Smoking Zone has been implemented. But can we really say it is effective and not just for display only? Are Ramonians really abiding this new ordinance? How can we ensure its effectiveness if unfortunately smoking is not included as an offense in the new student handbook? It seems like to be a joke that students dont follow rules and have the strength to walk proudly in front of many people with cigarettes in their lips. How can we prevent them? Life is a matter o f choice they say. But this choice that everyone makes can be influenced by people and situation around them. At the end, uniting with one another is still the answer in this tragic problem of our country. As a youth and a part of this surviving country, we should stop being selfish to others and to ourselves. The government has already done their part the warnings and the laws. And now, it is our turn to perform and fill the insufficiency we need. Lighting a cigarette will not give us enough brightness in the dark. Lets just stay in the light and bear and focus in the hardships and truth that we can see.

Hes sitting in front of me with a cheerful expression. But I can feel his uncontrollable pain and misery inside him. And in that point, Ive realized that he is really alone. For me, he is one of the lucky people I have met in this world. His amazing and marvelous talent became his weapon to reach his success as an artist. He pursued his own road and used this as a privilege to see the beauty of the world. But in spite of everything he possessed and achieved Wealth, Fame, Awards, and Admirers for him, there is more behind these his Family. And as he walked through the darkest path of his life, his family becomes his strength. The Suspicion As a part of his family, Im one of his fortunate relatives who were showered by his blessings. He is really a kind hearted person. He helped me and my family a lot. But despite the concern he showed to us, we never had a special bonding or any close attachment between us. Even when chances gave us the opportunity to live together, we merely observe each other and we seldom talk. But theres one mystery I want to know about him. Why did he left his good fortune abroad and decided to stay here for good? The answer is really vague and my frustrations brought me to an unbelievable suspicion. Later on, Ive found out that he is actually seeing a doctor regularly and his sister was very critical about it. No doubt, he has developed a serious health problem. I know that except from his sister, no one is aware about his situation. Im really confused about it thats why I observe more. As time goes by, I can hardly see him roaming around our home like he always did before. I always notice him lying inside his bedroom, complaining about his severe headache and fever. He is

weak and eventually, he became a weight loss sufferer. But the most pronounced change in him was the rashes and red patches that appear all over his body. Every day, he endures the itch and irritation he felt because of that. I can feel the agony hes experiencing every time I see him. And through the symptoms Ive seen from him, my suspicion became stronger. He has AIDS. Secrecy Continues I kept my suspicion by myself and continued my observations and investigations. AIDS or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome is caused by a retrovirus known as HIV (Human Immu-

BY CINDY F. DE ASIS

people. It can be through sexual contact including oral, vaginal and anal sex; through blood transfusions and needle sharing; and through blood circulation and breast milk of the infected mothers to their babies. Knowing the situation of him, I have the hint on how he acquired this disease. Earlier, through my same observations, I confirmed that he belongs to the third sex society. I didnt have a negative response about that but I never imagined that he will have this kind of fate. My family did not welcome stupidity and minded everything they can see from him. Even they were clueless about his condition, they continued to show concern and convinced him to return to his doctor which he stopped seeing months ago. Like what Ive predicted, he never listened to them. He never returned to seek medical help. The Confrontation One day, his disease showed him a serious shot and let him collapsed. Everybody panicked and they gathered as one. Its the first time I saw my family in that unity again. Later that day, they brought him to the hospital. I never showed that I was affected. But theres something in me that pushed me to speak what I know. I told my mother about my suspicion. Expectedly, she laughed but I know she considered everything I said.

M o n t h s later, his condition became critical and they said that there was something in his brain that made him like that. They were all going crazy on thinking about the cause of the said condition. What they didnt know is that AIDS lets CD4 cells or helper cells (T cells which are cells of the immune system) to decrease in number. Because of this, he is susceptible to AIDS-related infections and cancers or opportunistic infections. These infections include the causes of blisters in skin, genitals and mouth. Cancer of the skin, lungs and lymph nodes is also likely to happen. Infections of the brain caused by different viruses and parasites are indications that the CD4 count of the patient is below 100 cells/mm3, very far from the normal count which is between 500 to 1600 cells/mm3. We thought that theres no hope for him to recover. Hes always unconscious and when hes awake, he couldnt recognize anyone. But after 3 months in the hospital, he miraculously improved a lot. So weak indeed but he managed to return to our home and tried to live a normal life again. And that day also, my mom called me and said that all I opened to her was a fact. I was right from the very beginning. And everything is now making sense. All for One, One for All Now, everyones aware and doing different measures to cope up with the situation. Our home is always full of different people, performing various practices which they know can help to uplift his spirits. Others visit to assist him in his medicines and to remind him and us about his doctors orders. As for me, I experienced a very big adjustment. All the practices in our home were changed or improved.

Cleanliness was always the topic since he can actually get diseases easily. His things including his plates and glasses he used were sorted even though they know that the disease cannot be transmitted in that way. But the worst part I witnessed was the clashing of family members. Blaming each other cannot be avoided. Everybody is always in the risk of hurting each other. Everyone is trying to hold on for this one person. We are a family. We are in the middle of his battle. All of us are aware that there is no cure for AIDS. And we know how fatal and painful it is to carry on without the assurance of victory. There are antiretroviral treatments that are available. A drug called HAART or Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy can help but it will just dramatically prolong the time of the patient in this world. His fate is really unavoidable. The Artists Future Approximately, 40 million people worldwide have AIDS and 25 million of these people are estimated to have died because of this disease. We know that after some years, his fate will be like that of 25 million people. Actually, we dont pray for his freedom from this gloomy destiny. We are praying for his strength and happiness while he is with us. We all hope that his positive outlook in life will once again be absorbed by his system as an artist, even without wealth, fame, awards and admirers. After another 3 months, I can say that he is fully recovered. The strength that I know he got from his family gives him so much inspiration to laugh and to smile back. The future is important. But for him, he needs the present the successful present he has to help him walk towards his inevitable future. And I know that he can make it alone.

nodeficiency Virus) that kills or damage the immune system of a person. It is the last stage of HIV Infection. HIV Infection has no symptoms at all for 10 years or longer. Since he showed symptoms that are caused by infections that do not normally develop in people with healthy immune system, I concluded that he really acquired the said disease. According to Pub Med Health, there are three ways of transmitting this disease to other

BY DANILO V. ROGAYAN JR.

The Filipino youth has always been tagged as the hope of the nation. This clich is not new to everyones acuity. Dr. Jose P. Rizal himself, in his firm conviction, emphasized that every Filipino, regardless of their status in life can be a living Rizal only if they would integrate the blazing fire of leadership and love in their respective noble undertakings. Each young Filipino, living in the four corners of the archipelago, who embodies the values and principles Dr. Rizal typified, has the capabilities of surmounting the seem-to-be unsurpassable struggles which plague the different areas of national life. The national hero had never forgotten of conversing about the youth which he resolutely deemed to be the succeeding builders of the countrys edifice. His love for the youth is beyond compare as substantiated in almost all of his writings and actions. He explicated through his masterpieces the imperative role of the youth in building the nation and in molding the countrys future. In El Filibusterismo, Rizal, appealed to the youth of all generations. Through the character of Padre Florentino, Rizal proclaimed: Where are the youth who will consecrate their golden hours, their illusions, and their enthusiasm to the welfare of their land? Where are the youth who will generously pour out their blood to wash away so much shame, so much crime, so much abomination? Pure and spotless must the victim be that the sacrifice may be acceptable! Where are you, youth, who will embody in yourselves the vigor of life that has felt our veins, the purity of ideas that has been contaminated in our brains, the fire of enthusiasm that has been quenched in our hearts! We await you, O youth! Come, for we await you! Undoubtedly, the Filipino youth the new Rizals are the hope of the nation. It is their hands that would inscribe the next chapters of the countrys history. The glorious victory or the tragic defeat that the nation might encounter in the future is all set forth by the actions of these young people who are accorded the greater responsibilities of contriving monumental changes towards national advancement and welfare. The Philippines is fleeting with a myriad of new Rizals who possess the values and virtues as fashioned by the great national hero. These young people across the nation shall be molded into great servant leaders who will bravely face all obstacles in all sectors. Young Filipinos should be like Elias, a character in Noli Me Tangere, who symbolizes the peoples awakening, their response and revolting against the tyranny of the Spanish colonialists. The Elias of today equates the new young emerging leaders! Awareness of youths potential The new Rizals, who possess the zealous enthusiasm to continue the patriotic legacies of the national hero, are the emerging leaders of today, who inexorably incorporating vital initiatives towards various sectors of the country. These young leaders have the greatest possibilities in shaping the countrys future if only they are aware of their potentials, their exceptional abilities. It is of utmost importance then, that Filipino youth should acquire profound cognizance of them, know

themselves better not only of their personal attributes, their character, their values, their virtues, but most indispensably, their innate capabilities that they can employ in order to achieve the veritable change that everybody is yearning to transpire. The value of courage and audacity shall embody every young leader for them to survive the upheavals which continuously besetting the social order. Just like Elias, the new Rizals must rise from the people and lead the way to awakening the various sectors of the society. Innovation on systems thinking The new leaders of today shall likewise introduce systems thinking in their projects and programs, thus in-

tegrating small actions into the larger picture of development. Systems thinking, or the process of understanding how things influence one another within a whole, is very significant in attaining extensive innovations in an organization, then in the community until it reaches the whole nation. The new Rizals shall view problems as parts of an overall system, rather than reacting to specific part and potentially contributing to further development of unintended consequences. This would enable the young leaders to design smart, enduring solutions to problems confronting the several sectors of the society. Likewise, systems thinking will give the young leaders a more accurate picture of reality, so that they can work with a system's natural forces in order to achieve the results they desire for the country. Desire to make a difference Just like what Rizal did when he was exiled in Dapitan, the new young leaders should also effect changes in their own little way from their respective worthwhile endeavors. Their brand of leadership as epitomized by Rizal shall create impact not only for themselves but in the entire community as well. The Filipino youth should be inculcated with the notion that they were born to carry out their mission, first and foremost, for the welfare of the nation. Their existence equates the opportunity to craft a difference in the bloodstream of the country, to affect the future towards the Promised Land. Marking a difference across all sectors in the social order can be done by each young Filipino who has the passionate desire to exemplify Rizal, who feels the organic pulse of the heros national life towards reviving the national conscience. The emerging leaders of today should abide by the national heros edicts that have become the soul of this nation and the solace of mankind. The

new Rizals, who possess intellect, character The new Rizals should surface and integrity, shall also instill in their minds among the Filipino youth of today. These Rizals teachings and young emerging dreams that would leaders should look Youth of today herald them in creatinto their hearts and Be inspired. Be involved. ing difference in varicarry on the living ous national sectors. flame Rizal once Be empowered. Sectors who direly illuminated in his Be like Rizal! necessitate substantime. Despite of the tial changes in order to endless afflictions, attain unison, cohesion, development and innumerable upheavals that the nation is prosperity under a region of veracity, imparfacing at present, the new Rizals should tiality, liberty, and the blessings of social maintain within themselves the burning pasequality and the rule of law. sion in contriving dynamic innovations towards rebuilding the country. The divine fire Action for Nation Building of servant leadership as exemplified by Rizal, The new Rizals, the young should never burns out from the youths foremerging leaders, are social actors of tification in order to develop all sectors of transformation and as the saying goes the civilization towards achieving national "youth are not only the leaders of prosperity and universal harmony. tomorrow, but also the partners of Dr. Jose Rizal is indeed an epitome today. It is on that premise then, of an exemplary leadership, who emerged that youth plays a fundamental role among the young people of his time, who in building the nation. Just like Rizal was aware of his potentialities, who desired reiterated, youth are the hope of to make a difference in his country and this land. Consequently, young peoworked in building his nation. Just like him, ple are a crucial segment of a nathe youth of today, the new Rizals, should tions development; their contribulive up to what he has exemplified, to go betion therefore is highly needed and hind his virtues and values, to stride on the demanded. Thus, the youth must thoroughfare he has crossed and to be leadbe ready and willing to take aders of change. vantage of any opportunity that The new Rizals should possess fercomes their way. vent love for his country and fellowmen, proIts important to note that young moting national tranquility and understandpeople cant all work in offices; ing among individuals and institutions in ditherefore some of them would verse sectors of the society. The new Rizals have to train themselves to be should likewise embody the memory of the welders, plumbers, electricians, great heroes and make their brilliant ideolocarpenters, craftsmen, farmers gies of their own as they persist to value and so on. The youth should honor and life. They should continue to upexert effort to develop the nahold freedom at all costs, maintaining a fortion and themselves by engagbearing and indulgent attitude towards their ing in the production sector of fellowmen and giving value in the sector of the economy like agriculture, education which is indispensable in transand other sectors which need forming ones character. Just like Rizal, the the great leadership potentials of the young young leaders must promote social justice Filipinos, deemed to bring innovations across and balance the social order as they emerge various sectors of the society. in the fast-paced changing society. Youth of today Be inspired. Be Challenge to the New Rizals involved. Be empowered. Be like Rizal!

Sesquicentennial Creed of Rizalism

I believe in the Rizalian virtues and values. I believe that I am the hope of the nation, and I will go and fulfill it. I believe that education is important in the development of a nation and its people, and should be inculcated or integrated with the development of the community. I believe that ignorance is slavery, thus I will share my knowledge for the benefit of my countrymen. I believe in peaceful reforms, fighting through the might of pen rather than taking up the guns and swords. I believe that awakening the souls of every Filipinos to assert their rights as citizens of this nation and more importantly as human beings, is essential. I believe in the infallibility of Science, not only as a source of truth, but as a conqueror of oppression. I believe in the propagation of our culture, of our identity and of our way of life. I believe that the youth should contribute to nation-building and should be an agent of social change, proliferating sense of patriotism to his fellowmen. I believe that one should give importance to national liberty and be a crusader of the countrys freedom for love of country should supplant all other considerations. I believe that equality, truth and justice should always prevail in the society, respecting human dignity and morality. I believe that we can move forward only if we work together, combining our energies toward a common goal and finding direction from the lessons of the past. (This creed was written by Danilo V. Rogayan Jr. and was recited during the Rizal Festival 2011: Pepe at 150 on June 17, 2011 at RMTU San Marcelino Campus with Edjohn Harold F. Tomboc on the lead.)

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Sometimes we laugh, Sometimes we cry, Sometimes we felt that were fine, Sometimes we re joking, Sometimes we re serious, But sometimes were just wha t we are. Life is full of m ysteries I belie ve If Im happy to day Will I still be h appy tomorrow I dont even kn ? ow what comes next in my life. My destiny ho lds my future. And no creation s know it. It remains a m ystery.

Before you can beat others and reach for your goals, you should win the battle between you and yourself. Have you ever imagined yourself inside a huge mansion with a numerous luxurious cars beside it? Was that a wonderful sight? Then do you want it to happen in the reality? If yes, then it is a start. Dreaming may be the trigger of anyones success. But dreaming may also destroy the initiative of being successful. Day dreaming is the hobby of almost all people. They want to visualize their desires and achievements they want in the future. It helps them to create inspiration and reason to move for what they want. But inspiration is not the key word there but to move. Thats the common mistake of every people. There are some people who use this inspiration to motivate themselves to act. However, many of them are overwhelmed in their inspiration and choose to remain there. Success doesnt come to us we go for it. To be successful, you dont need to have great strength or deep knowledge. You should always have enormous will to fulfill your aspirations. Success starts in you. It begins when you create a dream and

it continues when you strive for that dream. And as you struggle for that dream, you should learn to take risks and let mistakes and failures to be your companion. Learn and never be discouraged from them. Many people think that success and failure are opposites. But they are not. They are partners. So if you are open minded to tolerate them, then be ready to be successful. Success is willing to do and to dare, but it is always your choice. When you start to focus yourself to your goals and to fight the temptations to give up, it is the indication that the battle inside you is forming. And its consistency will result to your victory, and success will rule you. Now, how will you know that you are already successful? Since it started from you, it should also end in you. Being successful doesnt show in what you got and owned. Growing up is a part of it so there should also be learning. And success can be gradually felt when there is happiness. That is the real essence of success. Because you have won the battle, the goals that you have been completed is not that significant, but the fulfillment and the happiness.

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BY IULUS RODOLFO P. FLORES II

How many among us have experienced bitterness caused by some adversities in life? Perhaps some of us have been through it. We all know that in all walks of life, there are always trials that challenge us to cross our path that sometimes we find it hard to cope. There are some teenagers who are hooked in drugs and wasting their time playing dilly dallies. Yes, indeed there are some misfortunes that beset us like when we are being denied human rights, betrayed by friends, rejected by so many, cursed by someone and most of all when our dear loved ones have abandoned us due to temptations or in just a little while leave us due to unforeseen events. Really, it is painful to face and handle these trials that might lead to anxiety. The wheel of life is really challenging. But because of human determination we are destined to just let them pass as time goes by. We have to face and tackle problems squarely, no matter how painful now to turn frustrations into strengths! It is difficult at the start, but as time goes by little by little pain will surely subside. Just like when we are betrayed by our friends, the initial feeling is so painful that we could not take it. We think that theres no room for forgiveness but we let time passes by, our disappointment vanishes. And once she repents for what she had done, somehow our anger will subside and we are ready to forgive her.

When some of our teachers treat us unfairly, even if were doing our best, yet, they demand too much and they become so meticulous in so many ways. With patience in our life, maybe sooner or later, somehow, they realize our own differences, until finally, they would change their treatment. This happens through our long endurance of hardship in the hope that good relationship will develop between us. There are some instances where we bear in our minds that the often bitter and painful, the obstacles we hurdle, dont need to stop us. We dont need to surrender or feel guilty, but we have to look for brighter ways that will always shine on us and we dont need to lose hope. If we compare the problems to water, the problems or trials are just like water that runs in the river even if you obstruct its flow, it wont stop. It will surely find a way. No matter how big the problem we encounter in our daily lives, we must not take it seriously, but instead, find a better solution. Its only a matter of time when success will be on our hands. So, for those who seem hopeless and distressed, cheer up! Its not yet the end of the world. God is always with us to help and protect us in facing challenges in life. Let all our aches end. Time will surely cure all our problems. So, lets face life with faith in God, self-confidence, hope and SMILE.

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I always wond er that raindro ps Came from a fairy place. Racing at the sky To clean the in nocent earths face. But rain is only river And frost, and snow That comes a while on earth To wash the ea rths pain And reminds p eople to respec t it. Until they dec ide to go For a ride thro ugh other place And to the sky from earth bel ow. But steaming along the sun s rays They travel ev ery moment Until they gath er In stations calle d clouds. And clouds ca nt always hold them There maybe no place for a ll And so the clo ud burst And the raind rops fall and fa ll.

BY JOCELYN RACOMA & BRYAN JESTER S. BALMEO

Pursuant to the Republic Act 9003 otherwise known as the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000, the Municipality of San Marcelino initiated an ordinance (Ordinance No. 087) adopting the ten-year ecological solid waste management plan. Said ordinance is implemented in all barangays to focus on the proper waste segregation in

(4) Causing or permitting the collection of non-segregated or unsorted wastes; (5) Squatting in open dumps and landfills; (6) Open dumping, burying of biodegradable or nonbiodegradable materials in flood prone areas; (7) Unauthorized removal of recyclable material intended for

the society. This is to promote a responsible community; maintain an ecological balance and a clean, healthy and orderly environment through proper recycling of wastes separate from biodegradable and non-biodegradable. This is to control the thickening of ozone layer that contributes too much heat at the atmosphere and the cause of climate change that were suffering. Delving the RA further Major policies of the said republic act are as follows: adopt a systematic, comprehensive and ecological solid waste management program, protect public health and environment through environmentally-sound methods, source reduction and waste minimization, proper segregation, collection, transport, storage, treatment and disposal of Solid Wastes or SW, excluding incineration,g reater private participation, primary enforcement and responsibility of Solid Wastes Management or SWM with LGUs, cooperative effort among natl govt, other LGUs, NGOs, private sector, and most importantly, to instigate a widened public participation. Prohibitions and Penalties Section 48. Prohibited Acts - The following acts are prohibited: (1) Littering, throwing, dumping of waste matters in public places, such as roads, sidewalks, canals, esteros or parks, and establishment, or causing or permitting the same; (2) Undertaking activities or operating, collecting or transporting equipment in violation of sanitation operation and other requirements or permits set forth in established pursuant; (3) The open burning of solid waste;

collection by authorized persons; (8) The mixing of sourceseparated recyclable material with other solid waste in any vehicle, box, container or receptacle used in solid waste collection or disposal; (9) Establishment or operation of open dumps as enjoined in this Act, or closure of said dumps in violation of Sec. 37; (10) The manufacture, distribution or use of nonenvironmentally acceptable packaging materials; (11) Importation of consumer products packaged in nonenvironmentally acceptable materials; (12) Importation of toxic wastes misrepresented as "recyclable" or "with recyclable content"; (13) Transport and dumplog in bulk of collected domestic, industrial, commercial, and institutional wastes in areas other than centers or facilities prescribe under this Act; (14) Site preparation, construction, expansion or operation of waste management facilities without an Environmental Compliance Certificate required pursuant to Presidential Decree No. 1586 and this Act and not conforming with the land use plan of the LGU; (15) The construction of any establishment within two hundred (200) meters from open dumps or controlled dumps, or sanitary landfill; and (16) The construction or operation of landfills or any waste disposal facility on any aquifer, groundwater reservoir, or watershed area and or any portions thereof. Section 49. Fines and Penalties (a) Any person who violates Sec. 48 paragraph (1) shall,

upon conviction, be punished with ported without further administraFrom Trash to Cash a fine of not less than Three huntive proceedings. Used plastics, particularly dred pesos (P300.00) but not more The fines herein prestyrofoams, from being a trash, it than One thousand pesos can be made into a profitable (P1,000.00) or render combusiness. Recycling the A law without followers is a law wastes, it can be converted munity service for not less than one (1) day to not into tiles for business and with no sense, so goes the more than fifteen (15) days domestic use. adage. We all need to to an LGU where such prohibited acts are committed, Campus Setting participate on the countrys or both; In RMTU San advocacy of saving our (b) Any person Marcelino, implementation who violates Sec. 48, pars. of the said Republic Act will environment because we will (2) and (3), shall, upon conalso be seen by second sealso be benefitting on it in the mester of this school year. viction be punished with a fine of not less than Three This will be spearheaded by future. hundred pesos (P300.00) the Supreme Student Govbut not more than One thouernment led by Christian sand pesos (P1,000.00) or imprisscribed shall be increased by at lest Gadia Awilan, the organizations onment of not less than one (1) day ten (10%) percent every three (3) president. but to not more than fifteen (15) years to compensate for inflation We plan to have the days, or both; and to maintain the deterrent funcseminar first about R.A. 9003 and (c) Any person who viotions of such fines. we seek the help of San Marcelino lates Sec. 48, pars. (4), (5), (6) and Municipal Officers that will explain (7) shall, upon conviction, be punImplementation of the Ordinance to us what Ecological Solid Waste ished with a fine of not less than As a move, the municipalManagement Act of 2000 is all One thousand pesos (P1,000.00) ity prepared some projects in acabout., said Awilan in a phone but not more than Three thousand cordance to this act that will guide interview by the Technoscribe. pesos (P3,000.00) or imprisonment the public on how to protect our He further showed the of not less than fifteen (15) day but mother earth. plans about the said implementato not more than six (6) months, or These are such: the search tion after purchasing 15 drums that both; for the cleanest and greenest will serve as garbage bins segre(d) Any person who viobarangay with the aim of proper gated to biodegradable, nonlates Sec. 48, pars (8), (9), (10) and segregation without the help of the biodegradable and recyclable ma(11) for the first time shall, upon municipality; recyclantern, a conterials. conviction, pay a fine of Five huntest for the most beautiful lantern Yung mga bote at plastic dred thousand pesos (P500,000.00) made up of recyclable materials; na makukolekta ay ibebenta at ang plus and amount not less than five tree planting, for an ecological kikitain ay gagamitin sa pagbili ng percent (5%) but not more than ten friendly environment; and the latmas marami pang garbage bins., percent (10%) of his net annual income during the previous year. The additional penalty of imprisonment of a minimum period of one (1) year but not to exceed three (3) years at the discretion of the court, shall be imposed for second or subsequent violations of Sec. 48, pars. (9) and (10). (e) Any person who violates Sec. 48, pars. (12) and (13) shall, upon conviction, be punished with a fine not less than Ten thousand pesos (P10,000.00) but not more than Two hundred thousand pesos (P200,000.00) or imprisonment of not less than thirty (30) days but not more than three (3) years, or both; (f) Any person who violates Sec. 48, pars. (14), (15) and est which is the Information EducaAwilan fussed. (16) shall, upon conviction, be puntional Campaign (IEC), which is to He also told the Technoished with a fine not less than One guide all educational level about scribe the plans of coordinating hundred thousand pesos R.A. 9003. with the Office of the Student Af(P100,000.00) but not more than Mr. Jason L. Paje, head of fairs (OSA) to further address the One million pesos (P1,000,000.00), Solid Waste Management Program matter. or imprisonment not less than one emphasized that these projects can (1) year but not more than six (6) be said to be successful if people in Garbage Salvage years, or both. the community will follow the As concerned citizens, we proper and appropriate instrucneed to act immediately on the If the offense is committions and guidelines.. implementation of R.A. 9003. A law ted by a corporation, partnership, Kapag ka ang tao, sumuwithout followers is a law with no or other juridical identity duly recnod sa batas, ibig sabihin ay sucsense, so goes the adage. We all ognized in accordance with the cessful na iyon., he said. need to participate on the counlaw, the chief executive officer, Mr. Paje also reiterated trys advocacy of saving our envipresident, general manager, manthat the action must not be only ronment because we will also be aging partner or such other officerdepended in the government, all benefitting on it in the future. Rein-charge shall be liable for the must be responsible to it. member the song Ang basurang commission of the offense penalHindi lang yan trabaho ng itinapon mo, babalik rin sayo.? ized under this Act. munisipyo. Actually para sa lahat Lets help one another to ensure If the offender is an alien, yan eh, mapabata mapamatanda that our world will be a world of he shall, after service of the sendapat marunong ng tamang pagtacleanliness and safeness for everytence prescribed above, be detapon ng basura., he added. one.

BY DANILO V. ROGAYAN JR.

The Philippines, like any developing country of the world, is faced with many challenges like social problems, economic stagnation, rising external debts, internal and local conflicts, crimes, environmental denudation, skyrocketing prices of prime commodities, energy crisis, drugs,

in the country sees no gender; both man and woman are afforded equal rights to access it. Promote gender equality and empower women Likewise, the government recognizes gender equality and the vital role of women in the society. Today, women engage in various sectors, various forums and various occupations like men. Gradually, the women in the country is upsurging their names in almost all areas of the society from education, occupation, government services and economy.

ment in their respective communities and initiate valuable programs that could bring favorable impacts for the environment.

Develop global partnership for development

Developing a global partnership for development is the last of the eight MDGs to be achieved by the country. In line with the principles espoused by the World Trade Organization, the Philippines has unilaterally pursued since early 1980, trade liberalization anchored on import liberalization and tariff reduction. In Southeast Asia, the Philippines is an active participant in the ASEAN Free Trade Area and a founding member of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, an informal grouping that is committed to open regionalism. The Philippines continues to participate in multilateral trade negotiations as it achieves global linkages for development. The government officials should give its full support for the total achievement of this MDG.

We can all be volunteer of change towards achieving the MDGs and the right time to be one is NOW!
rapid population growth and a host of other ailments. They continue to pester our daily existence. Hence, the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), the concrete and specific targets aimed at significantly reducing, if not decisively eradicating poverty, by the year 2015, were set. Tracing back the history, it was in September 2000 when the member states of the United Nations gathered at the Millennium Summit to affirm commitments towards reducing poverty and the worst forms of human deprivation. They adopted the Millennium Declaration which embodies specific targets and milestones in eliminating extreme poverty worldwide. Philippines has adopted these goals which include eradicating extreme poverty and hunger, achieving universal primary education, promoting gender equality and empower women, reducing child mortality, improving maternal health, combating HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases, ensuring environmental sustainability and developing a global partnership for development. The Philippine government has explicitly committed itself towards committing these MDGs with the help of its various sectors. Everyone, living in the country, has its pivotal role towards the realization of these goals. This can be collaboratively achieved if one of us will encourage volunteerism among ourselves.

Reduce child mortality

The efforts of the government in reducing infant and underfive mortality rates are also laudable in the past years. And hopefully will be totally achieved with the help of each one of us. We should spearhead massive information dissemination campaign in infancy care and protection to help in the decline of mortality rate.

Status of the MDGs

To sum up, there is a high probability of meeting the goals and targets related to the eradication of extreme poverty; improving access to basic amenities, universal primary education, gender equality; and wiping out child mortality, and HIV/AIDS. There is medium probability in attaining the goals and targets on maternal health care. While the target on hunger have been accorded with low probability. Given this status, we, Filipinos of today, should do something to help the country to meet the goals until its 2015 timeline. This can be done with our collaborative efforts as volunteers in our respective communities. We should discover the burning spirit of being a volunteer in ourselves and let us all make a difference.

Improve maternal health

According to the recent report, immunization coverage goals in the country were largely attained as well as the reduction in maternal mortality rate was substantial. Improving maternal health in the country and the attainment of this goal can be easily done with the active involvement of the mothers on this target. As volunteers of the MDGs, we should persuade the women to get pre- and post-natal checkups, iron and iodine supplements and tetanus toxoid immunization to achieve well-improved maternal health.

Vision volunteerism victory

Achieving the MDGs in the country is like lifting a thousand elephants. Its difficult and seem-to-beinsurmountable, but with the collaborative and dynamic participation of every Filipino, MDGs can be attained until its time frame. It is imperative then, that everyone in the country should discover the spirit of volunteerism within us. We should be a volunteer of our respective communities toward achieving these targets. The change that we yearn to employ in our society would always come within our very selves; hence, the eight MDGs that we want to achieve will come into fruition so long as everyone of us would be an MDG volunteer for the sake of our country and for the next generations to come! Venturing on the MDGs in the country entail collaborative effort of the national government, LGUs, private sectors and the vehement volunteerism of every Filipino. We can all be volunteer of change towards achieving the MDGs and the right time to be one is NOW!

Eradicate Extreme Poverty and Hunger

Volunteering for MDGs should be an agenda of every Filipino especially now that our country has only four years to left to realize these goals. Each one of us should discover within ourselves the spirit of being a volunteer towards attaining the overarching goal of poverty eradication in the country. We should support the government in the wider implementation of policy reforms and strategies for the improvement of the quality of life of the Filipinos, especially the marginalized people. This is in line with the extreme poverty and hunger reduction target.

Combat HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases

The battle for HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases is another MDG to be achieved by 2015 in the country. In the latest report, the number of confirmed cases of such diseases and the rate of increase in the number of cases is slow but the potentials for a full-scale outbreak continue to subsist. Thus, the country cannot be complacent on this and should utilize its people in the massive information campaign drive and teach the people on the prevention of such.

Ensure environmental sustainability

Philippine Agenda 21 continues to be the guiding document for the countrys strategy for sustainable development with comprehensive action agenda on the protection of forest and upland, coastal and marine, urban ecosystem, freshwater, lowland and agricultural, minerals and biodiversity. Today, the country is also facing environmental degradation brought about by natural calamities and human intervention. With the help of the youth volunteers around the nation, the attainment of this goal would be very easy. The youth should lead in protecting the environment with a multitude of environmental endeavors that can be done. Each Filipino should be an ambassador of environ-

Achive universal primary education

In the issue of achieving universal primary education, the government believes that it is attainable by 2015. With our active participation and sufficient resources, this would not be impossible. We should be the one to encourage the young generation in our respective communities to pursue the basic education especially now that the K+12 basic education model is being implemented. Eliminating gender disparity in schools is also one MDG target that can be attained. The field of education

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JAMES E. ROBISON

The rainy Intramurals spawned by typhoon Mina this year flooded with multiple changes. These changes are either for the best or for the worst. Such changes might enhance the not-so-good things or the opposite of it. What changes are these, opposing opinions clashed relentlessly during this years sportsfest. The duration of the Intrams was trimmed down to three days from last years one-week competition. Likewise, the sports director who organized the Intrams is new. Aside from this, venues for the different sports events were changed. The number of competing teams also changed. New sports event was added. Totally, the system has changed. But, are all these changes brought real change? If I were to assess this years Intramurals, it is shorter than the previous one, but definitely better. Excitement and spirits are ablaze. It was filled with fun and actions just like a gun triggered with a bang! Soccer, the newly-added event set the mood of the players and made them jovial as they play toe-to-toe against each others teams. The Search for Ms. Intrams and Cheerdance Competition highlighted again the sportsfest. The venues for the different games were more appropriate than last years but not that too good also because of irregularities that ruined

some of the sports events. Despite the uncertainties, the bewildering number of participants from all the colleges of the campus tuned the unpleasant happenings into a pleasing success. Players were also thankful that finally there was a right awarding rites for them. Trophies, medals and certificates of recognition were handed

The controversies should subside after its devastating domination.

over them by the organizers. But inspite of these important matters, there are still, and there will always be controversies, disputations and arguments. We could not escape from the fact that controversies always exist in the competition. I have heard comments from the students that the duration of the sportsfest is too short. They had a point because some of the games took too long to be concluded. In fact, there were overtime sessions. In addition, they must not have been forced the games to end so soon, ordering that after your fight for example, you must face the other rivals afterwards. Hey, are they crazy? We are humans, not superhumans. We get tired and lose energy. We need rest. And if that is what they want, how could the players adjust if ever a team lacks players for different

sports events? Another controversy was the undecided event-in-charge. A referee, umpire, judge or whatever the term would be, must be really decisive enough to make decisions prior to the game. If a player or players break the rules, then it should be it. I mean, thats an automatic disqualification. Are you going to run again for the gold after you have just crossed the finish line for it? Of course not, runners are not going to risk their lives to race again after their opponent broke the rules, and the event-in-charge just couldnt decide? What kind of scenario was that? Please be firm and fear no players because the power and authority were bestowed upon you. Yes, it is true that many changes transpired in this years intramurals. Now the question is, have these changed the sports mindset for better cause? In my impression, our Intrams would have been more organized if there is a proper and constant and correct preparation. The events should have been given attention to. It would have been more organized if the players know how to accept defeat and know how to stay who they are after winning the games. I mean, thats life. It is not winning or losing that matters it is how you play the game. And lastly, it would have been more organized if organizers have fixed all the game schedules well. The controversies should subside after its devastating domination.

Filipinos are not only popular because of our talents. We are also famous in the field of sports especially in billiards, boxing, bowling, soccer and a lot more. We are considered a tough and strong race in sports. Many of our fellowmen bring honor to our country. One example is pound for pound king Manny Pacman Pacquiao. He is the first eight-division world champion; having won six world titles, as well as the first to win the lineal championship in four different weight classes. He was also named "Fighter of the Decade" for the 2000s by the Boxing Writers Association of America (BWAA). He is a three-time The Ring and BWAA "Fighter of the Year", winning the award in 2006, 2008, and 2009. Aside from boxing, Pacquiao has participated in acting, music recording, and politics. In May 2010, Pacquiao was elected to the House of Representatives in the 15th Congress of the Philippines, representing the province of Sarangani. Another great athlete who gave us pride is the Philippine Dragon boat team. They are one of the premier dragon boat teams in the Philippines today. They are comprised of competitive and recreational paddlers, training to compete in local, national and international competitions. PDRT fire blades is a unique and mixed cast comprised of novice and experienced paddlers promoting the sport while encouraging physical fitness. They also have participated in numerous local and international competitions and have consistently been among the top teams to beat. Through the years, they bagged several medals and trophies in various categories and events. The Philippine Azkals also dominated the sports world. The Philippine National Football Team (Azkals) is the national football (soccer) team of the Philippines and represents the country in international football. The Philippine Azkals is controlled by the Philippine Football Federation (PFF), the governing body of football in the Philippines. We are lucky for there are these sport heroes. These heroes need our support so that they will be more inspired to do their best and be the champions of the world.

BY JAMES E. ROBISON

Checkers of Unit III outsmarted the defending champion, Unit II, 13-3, in their mindrazing match during the Chess Men tournament of the Intramural Meet, Aug. 23-25. The fusion of the HRM Department and the ACS Department formed the Unit III. Unit III snatched the victory over the grand masters of Unit II. Unit II could hardly anticipate the moves of their rivals that is why they are outwitted easily. Unit III played tricks that fooled their competitors. Unit II felt sorry because the throne was grasped away from them. Most of the Unit II checkers are seniors already and are all experienced checkmaters. Chess whiz from Unit III bagged the gold through their unpredictable moves. The newbies marked the loss of the champs, the gap in the score board really doomed Unit II.

BY JAMES E. ROBISON

Unit III (HRM and ACS Department) killed Unit II (Education Department) in the second set of their championship match in Volleyball Women held at the multipurpose covered court during the Intramural Meet, August 23-25. Smart placings of Unit III broke the ankles of Unit III took the first set away with a commanding lead, 25-6. The spirit was high during the event as both team cheered for their players. Unit III tried to dominate the second set, marking 8-love at the initial minutes of the

play. However, with the deadly blocks of Unit III, their opponent kneeled down in front of them. The quick comeback of Unit III made them regain the momentum, marking 16-11 during the middle of the second set. Unit III finished the encounter in two sets. They marked a five point lead win in the second set, giving them the victory. The match was close and tight but at the end, the spirit of sportsmanship dominated. Both teams accepted the result of the match willingly.

BANNER RAISING. Competing teams during the raising of banners during the opening rites of the 2011 Intramural Meet, Aug. 23.

The Department Of Agriculture-Bureau Of Agricultural Research(DA-BAR) and the Philippine Council for Agriculture And Aquatic Resources And Development (PCAARRD) released just recently a total of Php 1.836 million for RMTUs various Research and Development projects. DA-BAR granted Pp 751,000.00 for the universitys research project titled, Development of Alternative Flower Induction Technolo-

gies for Mango in support to the Organic Agricultural Programs of the government and in the light of the consumers growing consciousness to food safety and health. The project consists of three studies that will test the effectiveness of nonchemical means to induce flowering of mango trees particularly, the carabao variety. It is expected that the completion of the project next year, a technology for mango flower forcing has been develop as the alternative to the conventional prac-

tice. Simultaneously, DA-BAR also released Php 800,000.00 for the second phase of the on-going project, Commercialization and promotion of Production and Postharvest Technologies for Quality Mango Fruits in Luzon. The project intends to assist selected mango growers in five provinces of Luzon name: Tarlac, Pampanga, Bataan, Bulacan and Zambales, produce quality mango fruits by adopting Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for mango production. To date, the project has

assisted three beneficiaries in Zambales and site assessment is now being conducted for prospective beneficiaries in the other provinces mentioned. On the other hand, PCARRD (formerly PCARRD) also released Php 286,000.00 for the continuation of the research project: Pest Dynamics of Sweet Sorghum under Different Ecological Zone. The project aims to develop benchmark information on the pests of sweet sorghum. (By Prof. Susana S. Garcia)

When there is good news, and it is news, we do report it, but usually news is a record of human failure. Those wanting to celebrate human accomplishment are, as someone said, advised to go to the sports section.

The Official Student Publication of Ramon Magsaysay Technological University, San Marcelino Campus

BY JOHN MICHAEL BALMONTE

Prof. Cornelio S. Garcia, Executive Vice President of Ramon Magsaysay Technological University (RMTU) served as keynote speaker during the RMTU San Marcelino GARCIA Campus Intramural Meet held at the campus covered court, Aug. 24. Garcia, who represented RMTU president Dr. Feliciano S. Rosete, shared the basic traits of successful athletes. Successful athletes are less sensitive to criticism, disapproval or rejection, shared Garcia. He stressed that successful athletes think bottom line strategies. EVP also explained that successful athletes are focused on the task at hand and are not superstitious. Successful athletes refuse to equate failure with self worth and think outside the box, Garcia continued. He also enthused that successful athletes see the big picture and welcome challenges with optimism. Successful athletes dont waste time with unproductive thinking, the keynote speaker concluded.

After its stupendous performance last year, Unit II (Agriculture Department) once again dominated the Intramural Meet for the second time as it undauntedly secured the championship title during the awarding ceremony held at RMTU San Marcelino Campus covered court. The awarding rites were moved from Aug. 25 to Sept. 2 due to typhoon Mina, but it is said that its better late than never. The turbulent Agriculturists rushed its way to victory, horning the other two competing units in various individual and group sports events. The Unit II splendidly trapped the gold trophy in basketball women division.

BY JAMES E. ROBISON.

The team likewise drew first blood as they hit the goal towards conquest in the newlyadded sports event, soccer. Agriculture paddlers also smashed its opponents down as they emerged victorious in table tennis men (Single A and doubles). The Unit II smasher sharply hit the title in badminton men (Single A). The teams batters also rundowned their opponents by giving them shoutouts that ran their way to take home the gold for baseball and softball men. Unit II also killed the tossers of the other teams and broke their ankles which gave them the gold in volleyball men.

The runners also showed their strength and stamina as they copped the victory and crossed the line with gold medals in 100-m run (men) and both men and women in 400m relay. The vigorous team proved their worth in javelin throw (men and women), discus throw (men) and shotput (men) as they rule the said events. Also, a jumper elevated high as he obtained the gold medal in mens category. The unyielding college bagged a total of 51 blazing golds after its ravenous conquest against its two rivals. Prof. Anita A. Fabro, CAVM Dean, gratified the team for their astounding feat to this

years sportsfest. We made it again. We were declared champions not once but twice and were aiming to retain the title next year for a grand slam, said Jhouven Lyndon Rabara, BSAH II student. Meanwhile, Unit I (Education Department) headed by Dr. Nestor Z. Rondina, grabbed a total of 35 golds, racing its way to the first runner-up echelon. The unified Unit III (HRM and ACS Department) ripped a total of 28 golds which placed them in second runner-up. The three-day action-filled Intramural Meet was spearheaded by the Sports Affairs Committee under the leadership of Mr. Christian S. Romera, Campus Sports Director.

BY DANILO V. ROGAYAN JR.

BY JAMES E. ROBISON

Jing Purificacion of Unit I copped the gold in the 9-ball billiard competition outbesting six spotters from different teams, Aug. 24. The six spotters were tough contenders; they grabbed the cues and really sharp shooters as they potted the balls in one of the six pockets. Four contenders were eliminated and only three competed for the gold. Ian Ronnel Cacho, pooler of Unit I went behind the champ, also his teammate. Meanwhile, Marvin Shagun from Unit III placed third. I did not expect that I could fight for the gold because I lost one of my matches earlier and was washed out of the rack by the smart poolers, said Purificacion. He also added that he actually rushed his way off the venue because he was informed late and it was far from the campus, he added. Purificacion won the championship through accurate tactics and focused on potting the balls. Feels so great because I was able to contribute one gold for our team and happy because I was able to make it, said the billiard champ when asked what he feels about his victory.

VICTORIOUS TEAM. Unit II (Agriculture Department) romped away the championship title for this years Intramural Meet held at RMTU San Marcelino Campus, Sept. 2.

BY JAMES E. ROBISON

Unit I (Education Department) killed Unit II (Agriculture Department) in the second regu of their championship match in sepak takraw during the Intramural Meet of Ramon Magsaysay Technological University (RMTU) San Marcelino Campus, Aug. 25. Deadly hazing of the blazing tekung of Unit I, Rich abeth Fayton e, crushed the frontliners of Unit II in the first regu. The kickers of Unit I controlled the ball and

focused in killing the ball and won the first set, 158, and third set, 15-9, of the first regu. Faytones skull is just as hard as an iron!, pointed the kickers of Unit II. Doomed by a love set during their first encounter, Unit I took vengeance as they sent Unit II in grave, of their second regu, winning the first set, 15-12, and third set, 15-6. The glittering smiles and sarcastic smiles of Cromwell Comillo and John Reggie Tagulao of

Unit I, destructed the focus of their rivals. The sharp and fast serve of Jephtah Fameronag, tekung of Unit II in second regu, caused James Robison, tekung of Unit I in second regu, to move quickly in the court and got the ball back over, to score by hand and flashing headings. ?Thanks to my teammates, no need for me to showcase my ace techniques, jokingly quipped Comillo. The Unit I emerged victorious over Unit II.

The muse of Unit III (HRM and ACS Department) was crowned Ms. Intramural Meet 2011 during the awarding ceremonies held at the Campus Covered Court, Aug. 23. Modelyn Rabago, BSHRM III, grabbed the prestigious title during the Search for Ms. Intrams. Rabago showed off her incontestable looks and irrefutable wit during the pageant which gave her the nod of the judges. Her charming poise, mesmerizing attire and eloquence also astonished the spectators making her the darling of the crowd. When asked what she thinks her edge among the candidates, she quipped, Im just showing who I am, no pretentions, just being myself. She believes in the power of sportsmanship as important virtue that an athlete should possess. Meanwhile, Margie Arlantico of Unit II (Agriculture Department) was awarded the first runners-up followed by Arlyn Lesaca of Unit I (Education Department) in the second runner-up. The winning candidates received sashes and certificates. The criteria for judging for the Ms. Intrams include beauty and body (20%), poise and bearing (20%), projection and personality (20%), costume and attire (20%) and wit (20%). It can be remembered that the Ms. Intrams title was also grabbed by CHRM last year with Daryll Salenga. Prof. Nora A. Alcayaga, CHRM Dean, expressed her gratitude to all who supported their candidates feat.

After the controversial Cheerdance Competition last year, the competition still highlighted this years Intramural Meet of RMTU San Marcelino Campus, Aug. 23. Unit I (Education Department) cheerdancers reached the topmost echelon of the competition after the pep squad flaunted their incomparable stamina and exceptional endurance during the competition. Fueled by sheer determination, the Unit I cheerdancers astounded the judges and the audience in general with their

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breath-taking steps, electrifying routines and ground-breaking stunts. Likewise, the cheering team toppled their rivals with their magnetic charm and mesmeric allure which enthralled the spectators. Were so happy. From first runner-up last year, we leveled up to the championship title this year. We still cant believe that we made it, quipped Jumaica Pullido, cheerleader of Unit I. She also added that the

secret of our victory is our teamwork and unison. Meanwhile, Unit III (HRM and ACS Department) nipped the second place while Unit II (Agriculture Department) reaped the third place. Prof. Benjamin R. Capistrano, Prof. Karen P. Andres, Prof. Lorina P. Bundang and Prof. Marietta S. Romera served as the board of adjudicators. The competing teams were adjudged in choreography (30%), mastery (20%), originality (20%), showmanship (20%) and costume (10%).

UNIT I PEP SQUAD. Unit I (Education Department) cheerdancers perform their winning routines during the Cheerdance Competition of RMTU SM Campus Intramural Meet which made them grabbed the championship title, Aug. 23.