Editor’s Note
Katrina Kate Dianne Punay
Every Atenean anticipates this event for various reasons. Some see it as an outlet to showcase their talents, staying in school late at night to practice and make props for performances. Many see it as a three-day big break from academic demands, forgetting all the deadlines even just for a short while. Others see it a bittersweet experience, both a blessing and a burden with their roles to organize, be it for Fiesta events, their division’s participation, or both. What makes the Fiesta special are the memories you have of it. What kept you going are the priceless moments you set aside for the love of your division and the essence of gratification. Cheers for victories have been shared, and there you are again, facing school duties, you cannot—or must not—set aside anymore. Fiesta memoirs stay, so be positive. Be enthusiastic. Be inspired. Ignite the same passion, just for the sake of it. There is no other better reason. Keep going. But in the meantime, enjoy!
“Inang Maria, Kasama Natin sa Paglakbay Tungo sa Pagkakaisa, Kapayapaan, at Kaunlaran ng Mindanao at ng Buong Mundo.” Atenews Vol. 60 No. 2 The Official Student Publication of Ateneo de Davao University, Food Court Extension Area, Lower Ground Floor, Finster Building, Emilio Jacinto St. 8016 Davao City. Philippines Editorial Board Katrina Kate Dianne Punay EDITOR-IN-CHIEF • Rafael Benedicto ASSOCIATE EDITOR Minnie Maboloc, Mary Gyle Manuba MANAGING EDITORS Jesher Joshua Arsenio NEWS EDITOR Katrina Guilonsod ASSOCIATE NEWS EDITOR • Le Grande Dolino FEATURES EDITOR Janine Carla Abejay, Steely Dhan Caballero, Dexter Vaughn Mancao ART EDITORS John Paulo Vicencio SOCIAL MEDIA EDITOR Writing Staff Sol Mariano, Lyka Picardal, Hannah Faith Tormis SENIOR WRITERS • Rey Andrew Alonsagay, Glen Basilisco, Nina Patricia Cesar, Joshua Andrei Bon Gilles, Kneerizza Neca Embrado, Yahairah Guiamla, Andrea Isabelle Mejos, Francesca Maree Testa, Carl Edsenn Roferos, Raphil Vince Saguan, Ian Derf Salvaña, Lilibeth Diane Yu JUNIOR WRITERS Photojournalists Necta Casiple SENIOR PHOTOJOURNALIST • Mark Louie Balladares, Christine Joice Cudis, Camaela Mijares, Regine Recede, Gian Karlo Sam, Raymond Trespeces JUNIOR PHOTOJOURNALISTS
Cartoonists Jaiza Mae Jumawan, Edrienne Carl Militar, Gerson Poliño SENIOR CARTOONISTS • Dominique Francesca Costales, Renneth Ena Ode JUNIOR CARTOONISTS Layout and Graphics Jairah-Mae Viduya LAYOUT AND GRAPHIC ARTIST Web Development and Maintenance Maria Roselle Alberca WEB DEVELOPMENT HEAD • Adulfo Emmanuel Respecia WEB DEVELOPMENT STAFF Video Staff Alexa Valderama VIDEOGRAPHER • Jonathan Javellana, Lovelle Lorenzana Liwanag VIDEO EDITORS Nelson D. Mañigo ATENEWS MODERATOR
FIESTA MASS A
teneans were warmly welcomed as the 66th Ateneo College Fiesta commenced with a holy mass presided by Fr. Daniel McNamara, S.J., saying that this year’s Fiesta will have “a different presence, a different atmosphere, a different reality”.
Story ~ Ian Derf Salvana Photos Mark Louie Balladares Camaela Mijares
Parade H
ombres y Mujeres, Lolong, Philippine Eagles, mermaids, and everything promoting Mindanawon culture marched the streets from Rizal Park to the University, mesmerizing and enchanting people. Story Joshua Andrei Bon Gilles Photos Janine Carla Abejay, Mark Louie Balladares, Rafael Benedicto, Necta Casiple, Christine Joice Cudis, Camaela Mijares, Gian Sam
Banner Releasing & Ribbon Cutting U
niversity President Father Joel E. Tabora, S.J., Office of Student Affairs (OSA) Director Theresa Eliab, and SAMAHAN President Regel Asuero officially opened the 66th Ateneo de Davao University Fiesta through a ribbon cutting ceremony. After the event, banners of different divisions were unveiled at the Finster Building. Story Rey Alonsagay Photos Mark Louie Balladares Christine Joice Cudis
Dance Showdown L
oud, enthusiastic voices filled the atmosphere of the Roxas Grounds as Ateneans proudly cheered for their division’s representatives during the 66th Ateneo Fiesta Group Dance Showdown. The Accountancy Division was hailed champion of the event. The School of Engineering and Architecture and the Humanities and Letters clusters were declared 1st and 2nd runners-up, respectively. Story Hannah Faith Tormis
Photos Mark Louie Balladares, Christine Joice Cudis, Gian Sam, Necta Casiple
Ignatian DEBATE & Extemporaneous Dialogue
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otions were raised, notions were fought for, but only two were declared champions. With wits and wisdom, this year’s Ignatian Debate and Extemporaneous Dialogue Championships were won by teams from SoE Sharks and Accountancy Griffins, respectively. Story Nina Patricia Cesar Photos Camaela Mijares
Gimikan F
un in booths – the Gimikan of the Campus Clubs and Organizations (CCO) was launched to foster unity and cooperation among the various CCO clusters. The Dott’s Park was filled with students who were eager to participate in different activities prepared by the 6 clusters, namely, Arts and Education, Business, Engineering and Architecture, Faith and Formation, Science, and Socio-Civic. Story Lyka Picardal
Photos Christine Joice Cudis & Janine Abejay
Fire Dance Embers flew with the wind as the Tribu K’Mindanawan performed and heated up the Roxas Grounds on the first night of the Ateneo Fiesta. Stunning the crowd, the performance involved the use of fired up batons, pois, hoops, and green-and-purple-colored fire. Story Kneerizza Neca Embrado Photos Mark Louie Balladares & Raymond Trespeces
Musikahan
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teneans spent a love-filled night with music as they sang along to melodies of affection and heartbreak. Six bands interpreted each story from one of the categories: Crush, First Love, Long Distance Relationship, Friend Zone, Unrequited Love, and Forbidden Affair. Story Joshua Andrei Bon Gilles & Lilibeth Diane Yu Photos Regine Recede & Rafael Benedicto
Children’S Hour
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ver 80 volunteers assisted underprivileged children in fun-filled games and activities, including balloon-making, cup-stacking, hula-hooping, and dancing.
Story ~ Ian Derf Salvana Photos Necta Casiple
Popcorn Night
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he Ateneo Film Circle (AFC) organized Popcorn Night, a movie marathon event serving as a respite on students’ academic loads. The event was organized to promote the culture of film appreciation, showcasing movies not only with high commercial value, but also with acclaimed significance.
Story ~ Ian Derf Salvana Photos Regine Recede
Talentenista
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tenean performers exemplified the meaning of Magis as they amazed in the third season of Talentenista. The diverse talents of the students, including singing, dancing, playing different musical instruments, and live music syncing, were in full display. Among the highlights of this event were the performances of the past grand champions, who mesmerized everyone in their skill with yoyo and performance magic.
Story Carl Edsenn Roferos Photos Camaela Mijares
Installation Art
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sing their creativity, students, teachers and non-teaching staff transformed recyclable materials into grand artworks. The entries, inspired by this year’s theme and the school’s environmental advocacy, were displayed near the Roxas benches.
Story Glen Basilisco Photos Regine Recede
Star Search S
ongs from different musicals echoed in the Finster Auditorium as representatives of each division rendered their songs for Star Search 2014. With powerful voices, contestants left the audience in awe. In the end, Frances Avergonzado of the Natural Sciences and Mathematics (NSM) was the brightest star of the night.
Story Raphil Vince Saguan Photos Mark Louie Balladares Christine Joice Cudis
Palarong Pinoy S
tudents cheered wildly for their respective teams as the different divisions participated in the 2014 Palarong Pinoy. Pinoy games such as Sack Race, Tranggulong, Dragon Wars, Inday Went to Town, and Pukpok Palayok were played in the event. The Accountancy Griffins won 1st place, followed by the Social Sciences Dragons and the Business and Management Vipers at 2nd and 3rd place, respectively.
Story Raphil Vince Saguan Photos Raymond Trespeces
Bonggang Game Show
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teneans gathered at the Roxas Grounds to participate in the three-part Bonggang Gameshow for the third and last day of the 66th Ateneo Fiesta. Shirts, shoes, bags, gift certificates, and vouchers were up for grabs for the students who participated. Free ice cream, peanuts, and cotton candy were also sponsored by the SAMAHAN Central Board.
Story Carl Edsenn Roferos Photos Camaela Mijares
Karaoke Challenge T
he Roxas Grounds was filled with laughter and enjoyment as contestants from different divisions sang their hearts out to the tune of OPM songs while doing difficult challenges for this year’s Karaoke Challenge: Birit 2 Win it. The School of Engineering and Architecture won the championship title, while the School of Nursing and School of Education were named as this year’s 1st runnerup and 2nd runner-up, respectively.
Story Sol Mariano Photos Necta Casiple
Sayawtenista
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he night was full of glamor and excitement as dancers showcased epic dance moves for this year’s Sayawtenista at AdDU Matina. With the theme, “Around the World in 9 Dances”, participants added international flavor to their performances as they represented the countries through highlighting their cultures’ practices. Story Francesca Maree Testa Photos Mark Louie Balladares Christine Joice Cudis Gian Sam
Awarding N
ine fierce divisions, three action-packed days, one victor. As the Fiesta drew to close, there was no escaping the excitement for the most awaited announcement. The Accountancy division topped them all, followed by the School of Engineering and Architecture, and the Business and Management cluster.
Story Yahairah Guiamla Photos Regine Recede
IgKnight Afterparty
Photos Raymond Trespeces
Tale of the Tape
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