PanCAH-Iwan | Vol 2 Issue 2 | Jan to June 2023

CAH celebrates 2 nd Batch of Graduates

Since its conferment as a college on January 2, 2022, the College of Arts and Communication (CAH) composed of Department of Arts and Communication, Department of English, and Department of Filipino will celebrate its second batch of graduates for 97 (37-BAEL, 24-BACOMM, 36-BAFIL) bachelor degree and 17 for doctorate and master’s degree on July 20-21, 2023.

BREAKING BOUNDARIES: THINK TALK 4 EXPLORES GENDERS IN LITERATURE

CAH Nagninging sa Parada

ThinkTalk 4: Languages, Literature, Arts, and Communication seminar series was held at Everlasting Hall, Research and Extension building last March 31. 2023 with the theme of “Providing Spaces for the Genders in Literature.” Different schools, university offices, private institutions, and organizations participated onsite and online. The Vice President for Research and Extension, Dr. Johnny G. Dati, Sr., gave a warm welcome by emphasizing how happy they are to support such events. He also appreciates the numerous events of the university they are willing to support. Dr. Dati also acknowledged the organizers and the heads of the Institute of Research and Development (ISRD), Gender and Development (GAD), and the College of Arts and Humanities (CAH).

DAC Expands with 4 New Classrooms

Isang parada ang ginanap bilang pambungad sa pagdiriwang ng BSU intramurals 2023 na binubuo ng mga pambato ng Mr. at Miss BSU 2023, mga mag-aaral kasama ang kanilang guro na samasamang nagmartsa mula BSU admin building patungong BSU Oval noong Marso 20.

Kaniya-kaniyang pakulo ang mga kalahok sa parada, kitang-kita ang excitement sa mukha at nakakatindig balahibong sigawan at palakpakan ng mga mag-aaral habang naglalakad na isinisigaw ang kani-kanilang yell.

Ibinida ng mga College of Arts and Humanities(CAH) ang kanilang mga cheering squad na suot ang kulay pula na sagisag ng kanilang kopunan. Gumawa din sila ng mga pom poms at nagdala ng tambol pangdagdag sa enerhiya sa kanilang pagpapsiklab at hiyawan. Matapos ang parada, nagtipontipon ang lahat ng mga mag-aaral at guro sa BSU oval upang pormal na

simulan ang nasabing taunang aktibidad sa pamamagitan ng isang maikling programa. Sinimulan ang programa sa palakasan ng yell ng bawat kolehiyo.

Nagbigay mensahe si Mark Sangiao, Punong Tagapamahala ng Team lakay na siyang inanyayahang maging tagapagsalita sa naturang programa.

“Sport is not all about being the best among the rest. Sport is not prestige but sport is about building your character. Hindi mahalaga ang pagkapanalo sa bawat laro bagkus ang mahalaga ay kung paano nito nahubog ang ating pagkatao.” aniya.

OnJanuary 13, 2023, the Department of Arts and Communication (DAC) faculty worked together to clean two old storage rooms from the administrative building for their inperson classes. The aforementioned rooms, considered stock rooms, were filled with dirt, outdated paperwork, supplies, equipment, and more. Due to mandatory face-to-face classes, a shortage of classrooms is a problem. Fortunately, the

college dean, Mrs. Myrna SisonKuiper, as resourceful and spirited as she is, manages to find possible classrooms for the department.

Revin Xavier L. Ignacio

Revin Xavier L. Ignacio

Joshua d. Payangdo

The Faculty of the College of Arts and Humanities headed by the Dean Dr. Myrna Sison- Kuiper.

PanCAH-Iwan

Editorial Board | SY ‘22-’23

JENNIE M. BITO

Editor-In-Chief

Editorial Editor / College Info Officer

RICHARD A. GIYE

News Editor / Lay-out & Design

REVIN XAVIER L. IGNACIO

Feature & Literary Editor

JOSHUA D. PAYANGDO

Sports, Health & Wellness Editor

ARTICLE & PHOTO CONTRIBUTORS

Lory Rose Supsupin

Peter Dalocdoc Jr.

Karen Laking

Lourd Francis Ong

Gwyneth Sildon

James Patrick Aquino

Jhudelyn Alones

The Mountain Collegian

Courtesy of UPAO Photos

CONSULTANTS

DR. MILDRED L. TAKINAN Assoc. Dean, CAH

DR. MYRNA S. SISON-KUIPER Dean, College of Arts and Humanities

DR. SAMUEL S. POLIDEN VP for Academic Affairs

About Us

College History

The College of Arts and Humanities started as the Department of Humanities in the College of Arts and Sciences. The BOR Approval took place on July 16, 2021, while it was operational on January 2, 2022. It is composed of Department of Arts and Communication, Department of English, and Department of Filipino.

Protect Your right to Write!

Call for Contributions

Issue 3 (August to December 2023)

OPEN to all College Faculty members:

1. Submit photographs or illustrated works related to the College of Arts and Humanities. Kindly, put caption to your photos.

2. Submit short stories, poems, essays, nonfiction works: Send in Microsoft Word, fontsize 12 to the :

Editor-in-Chief: Jennie M. Bito | Email: jenniembito73@gmail.com

PanCAH-Iwan Information

Office located @ College of Arts and Humanities, BSU LTB Department Office @ Anthurium Hall, (near BSU Clinic)

Main Office Located @ CAS- Main Building, Room 201

CAH Dean’s e-mail: dean.cah@bsu.edu.ph

College Secretary’s e-mail: cah.sec@bsu.edu.ph

English & Filipino Departments’ Office Located @ Anthurium Hall, Km6, LTB

Department of Arts and Communication Office located @CAS 207, Km5, LTB

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Transcending human potentials through arts and letters.

College Philosophy College Goals

(approved on Jan.5, 2022 CAH Acad Council Mtg)

1. To provide relevant instruction in the languages, arts, and communication that would develop interculturally competent, value-driven, creative and critical-thinking lifelong learners. (revised and approved during the EXECOM mtg on Jan.24,2022)

2. To conduct research(es) and extension services on languages, arts, and communication responsive to the needs of the changing times towards sustainable development and knowledge building.

3. To establish and strengthen local and international linkages for the promotion of glocal culture, languages, and arts towards the creation of a community of practice.

Department Goals

Department of Arts and Communication

1. To provide exceptional learning environment in communication and arts in order to engage students in lifelong learning.

-To establish state of the art facilities that allow students to have holistic learning experience.

-To cultivate a classroom culture that encourages cooperative and inclusive learning.

2. To conduct research and extension in communication and arts which are consistent with the needs of the community.

-Conduct communication and media research and evaluation using appropriate approaches and methods

-Disseminate research outputs

3. To establish and strengthen partnerships with different industries to foster opportunities for student enrichment.

-To provide opportunities for students’ exposure in multidisciplinary and intercultural set-up

-To hone skills of the students to have a clear grasp of local, national, and global development issues and agenda

Department of English

1. To provide relevant instruction in general and major courses in English that would develop competent, creative and critical thinking learners on aspects and issues of the English language.

2. To conduct researches and provide extension services on English language content and pedagogy.

3.To forge and sustain research and extension linkages with local, national and international partners and institutions in the field of English.

Department of Filipino

1. Makapagbigay ng akma at napapanahong kaalaman sa Wikang Filipino at mga lokal na wika upang makalinang ng makabayan, malikhain at mapanuring mag-aaral na may lubos na pagpapahalaga sa kultura.

2. Makapagsagawa ng mga pananaliksik at gawaing pangekstensiyon na tumutugon sa pangangailangan ng pag-unlad at mabilis na pagbabago ng panahon.

3. Makapagtatag at mapalakas ang lokal at internasyonal na ugnayan para sa pagpapakilala ng mga wika at kulturang Pilipinas.

CAH Conducts Academic Council Meeting

The College of Arts and Humanities (CAH) had its College Council Meeting last January 17, 2023 at the CAS Little Theater, Km. 5 La Trinidad, Benguet. The said Meeting followed a program of activities with active participation from the 3 Departments of the College - Department of Arts and Communication (DAC), Department of English (DOE) and Department of Filipino (DOF).

The CAH Council Meeting began in the morning of said date with a Prayer led by Ms. Tyrene Joy Basal, DOE faculty, then the singing of the Pambansang Awit with Ms. Lily Joy C. Kepes and the BSU Hymn with Ms. Candice Graile B. Macli-ing conducting, respectively. Agenda of the Meeting included the candidates for graduation of the CAH-Advanced Studies for First Semester, SY 2022-2023 presented by Dr. Dominga S. Tomas, CAHAdvanced Studies Coordinator, approved and endorsed to the

University Academic Council. Also, The Accomplishment Reports of the 3 Chairs- Dr. Evangeline Rachel D. Leaño (DAC), Dr. Cynthia T. Lubiton (DOE) and Dr. Penelope F. Tica-a (DOF) for 1st Semester, SY 2022-2023 were presented as well as the College Coordinators : Research – Dr. Kara S. Panolong, Extension- Dr. Ronda B. Tullay, Socio-cultural Affairs- Dr. Marilyn F. Macwes, Sports- Ms. Vanderlee Batalier, CAH- Information OfficerDr. Jennie M. Bito and SWAKDr. Faustina T. Dio-as, Further,

the College-based organizations

: Tangguyob with Prof. Yvonne Buasen- Balansi as Adviser and CAH Student Government with Dr. Mildred L. Takinan as Adviser likewise reported on their Accomplishment

In the afternoon of January 17, 2023, the CAH Council faculty participants dealt with the operational planning for OJT concerns-orientation to be done before the deployment of Bachelor of Arts in Communication (BACOM), Bachelor of Arts in English

Seminar sa Tertulyang Pampanitikan, Isinagawa Enhance

Isinagawa ang isang seminar na pinamagatang Panitikan: Panadalan ya Pan es-essan na dinaluhan ng mga guro at mga mag-aaral ng Batsilyer ng Filipino sa Little CAS Theater noong Abril 24.

Idinaos ang seminar bilang paggunita sa buwan ng panitikan na may temang Kultura ng Pagkakaisaa: Pagsisiyasat ng Pagkakaisa sa pamamagitan ng Panitikan sa pagtutulungan ng Sentro ng Wika at Kultura (SWK) at Departamento ng Filipino.

Binuksan ang programa sa isang pambungad na pananalita mula kay Dr. Penelope F. Tica-a, Tagapangulo ng Kagawaran ng Filipino at kaniyang ibinahagi ang mensahe ni Dr. Myrna Sison-Kuiper, Dekana ng Kolehiyo ng Sining at Humanidades.

Aniya “Ang salitang tertulya ay nanggaling sa salitang Espanyol na tertulia ibig sabihin munting pagtitipon ng mga maginoo at mariwasa na ang layunin ay magkuwentuhan habang nagmemeryenda. Dito naman sa Pilipinas, ang tertulya ay naging paraan ng pagkikita ng mga manunulat, artista, at mga nagmamahal sa Kultura at Sining na ang layunin ay talakayin ang iba’t ibang paksa”.

Agad na sinundan ng pagbibigay ng oryentasyon ni Dr. Faustina T. Dioas, tagapag-ugnay ng Sentro ng Wika at Kultura-- BSU (SWK).

Tinalakay ng unang tagapagsalita sa pamamagitan ni Propesor Matyline Camfili--Talastas, isang mananaliksik

at tagapayo ng Dramatic Arts Club. Diniinan niya sa kaniyang paksang Manag-ay Tako (Umawit tayo) na mahalagang huwag nating kalimutang bigyang pansin ang mga katutubong awitin sa Cordillera dahil ito ang pagkakakilanlan ng ating mga literatura sa Pilipinas. Idinagdag pa niya na “Ang Katutubong musika ay paraan upang mapahalagahan at mapalakas ang ating kultura”.

Hinikayat din ni Propesor Alicia B. Balongyad, guro sa Kolehiyo ng Edukasyong Pangguro sa kaniyang paksang Malikhaing Pagsulat ng mga Katutubong Akda ang mga mag-aaral na sila ay magsulat nang magsulat upang mas lalo pang malinang ang kanilang kakayahan sa pagkatha ng mga katutubong akda. Diniinan din niya ang kahalagahan ng pagsaalang-alang sa kultura ng isang lugar sa pagsusulat.

Sa paksang Pagsasalin ng mga katutubong salita ay binigyang diin naman ni ni Dr. Janet B. Mede, tagapagugnay ng Extensiyon sa Kagawaran ng Filipino ang kahalagan ng pagsasalin. Ayon sa kaniya ang pagsasalin ay nakakatulong upang magkaroon ng kamalayan ang mga tao sa konsepto ng katutubong akda.

Naging Matagumpay na ang isinagawang seminar sa pagtutulungan Departamento ng Filipino at SWK.

Language (BAEL) and Bachelor of Arts in Filipino (BAFIL) students, followed by faculty development plan, the DPCR and IPCR submission for August-December, 2022. coverage and for the projected targets of January–July,2023. Other matters discussed were the Second Semester, SY 2022-2023 Faculty Workload, Room Utilization, face to face classes schedule and reminders on work ethics/commitment. Mr. James Patrick P. Aquino served as the Emcee of the CAH Academic Council Meeting.

DAC & MNHS join Forces to Address Educat’l Needs,

Learning Opportunities

With the aim of sharing its expertise to partner communities and institutions, faculty members of the Department of Arts and Communication (DAC) conducted a needs assessment at Mankayan National High School (MNHS), the department’s adopted school, on April 12, 2023.

During the meeting, the faculty members of MNHS note that their students need more training in the following areas: campus journalism, theater production, events production, arts, and developmental reading.

Further, the MNHS faculty members also note they need mentoring in the following areas: campus journalism, infographics, events facilitation and management, documentation and packaging, corporate English, media literacy, developmental reading, and writing research proposals.

Dr. Sharon B. Angupa Principal of MNHS, suggests that an extension program on reading and literacy may be prioritized since it is the immediate need of the students and the faculty members. Dr. Winston Ros, adds these areas are the “priority concerns” of MNHS.

Dr. Evangeline Rachel Leano, chairperson of the Department of Arts and Communication (DAC), also expressed her willingness to develop programs based on the identified needs. “The Department of Arts and Communication is more than happy to be working with MHNS so we can provide mentoring and training that really fit your needs,” she says. Dr Ros also thanked BSU for choosing MNHS as its adopted school. “BSU has a lot of experts and they are willing to share to us,” he adds.

Dr. Angupa also expressed

their plan to open special program in journalism. “Your department will be a good partner for this,” she says. “You will be training our faculty members and we will be training good students who will also be your future students in the University,” Dr. Ros adds.

Dr. Mildred Takinan, CAH associate dean, explained that a MOA will have to be crafted and to be signed by both parties. She adds that the crafting of the MOA and programs will commence right after the meeting since a baseline data has already been identified.

Mr. Peter Dalocdoc, Jr., communication instructor and DAC extension coordinator, provided mentoring on broadcasting to the participants of MHNS to the Division Schools Press Conference.

After the mock broadcast, he notes the importance of “authority” in newscasts through appearance. He demonstrated the proper posture for newscasters in front of the camera and introduced the hand signals used in live broadcasts. He also emphasized the importance of enunciation. “Speed is also important. Not too fast but not too slow,” he adds. He also briefly discussed the difference of print and broadcast style of writing.

A contestant in the same event in his high school days, Mr. Dalocdoc advised the participants to “grab every opportunity for learning.”

Jennie Bito

Peter P. Dalocdoc Jr.

Joshua d. Payangdo

BREAKING BOUNDARIES: THINK TALK 4 EXPLORES GENDERS IN LITERATURE

According to Mrs. Karen Laking, ISRD Division Chief, the overview and rationale of the seminar were conceptualized in consonance with the International’s Women’s Month celebration with the objectives of informing, retooling, appreciating, and valuing the participants on ways to integrate gender perspectives in apprehending and teaching literature. Furthermore, Mrs. Laking also added that the activity aims to present literary research to highlight the importance of literature in the academe since literature plays a vital role in society. One of its primary functions is to bring about changes in society, especially since gender lends in apprehending literature is not given so much emphasis in literature classrooms. She emphasized that it is time that writings by women and the LGBTQA+ should also give space in the classroom since many of these writings are of literary value.

Caught in the Bad Romance: What the Tagalog Romance “Kung Iibigin Ka Muli” Tells Women by Ms. Pryce Environ E. Quintos

The first speaker was Ms. Pryce Environ E. Quintos - a faculty in the Department of English, College of Arts and Humanities at Benguet State University. Ms. Pryce is a feminist in progress. Her journey as a feminist traces back to her days as a spoken word poetry performer in open mic communities and poetry slams, to her days as a contributor for Baguio Chronicle from 2012 to 2015, to her time as a student in the MA Language and Literature

program of the University of the Philippines Baguio, and now as the host of her weekly podcast, A Feminist in Progress.

She presented her paper, Caught in the Bad Romance: What the Tagalog Romance “Kung Iibigin Ka Muli” Tells Women, which was initially written for her Cultural Criticism in the MA Language and Literature program at the University of the Philippines Baguio.

She shared that her professor wanted the class to interrogate this contemporary reassessment of the romance novel by looking at a Filipino romance novel, Kung Iibigin Kang Muli. They were asked to analyze this work and, assuming that this is typical of the Filipino variety of the form, discuss whether it validates the positive values of the romance novel. She mentioned that her paper tries to do just those. She wrote this nearly ten years ago. While most of her assertions in the paper still stand, her journey as A Feminist in Progress has provided space for enriching her knowledge and perception of what the Tagalog Romance “Kung Iibigin ka Muli” tells women.

My Dearest Brian,…Love “Melanie” by Mrs. Karen O. Laking

The second speaker was Ma’am Karen O. Laking- a faculty College of Arts and Humanities, Benguet State University. She had been handling literature subjects both at the undergraduate and graduate levels. She particularly loves to teach Philippine Literature in English, Literary Theories and Criticism, Poetry, Art, and Popular Culture. At present, she is the Gender and Development

Coordinator of the CAH. Also, she serves as the Division Chief of the Language, Literature, Arts, and Communication of the Institute of Social Research and Development.

Ma’am Karen presented a literary critique of a gay story, “Letter to Brian” by Danton Remoto, using the Queer Lens. The short story was published in Ladlad 2 (anthropology of Philippine Gay Writings). She clarified that it was originally written in the Filipino language and was translated by the author into English.

Mrs. Laking shared the 5 sections of her paper ; (1) Brian’s story, (2) Coming out of the gay sensibility through Remy the parlorista, (3) Melanie the Drage Queen, (4)The rising director;s apprentice, the professirs lover; Brians homosocial and homoerotic bonds and (5) It’s not you, It’s Me !. She imparted her observations of the characters, contexts, relationships and different aspects of the story. Mrs. Laking ended her presentation with her poem in response to the story, in the perspective that the narrator awaits Brian’s return.

His/Her Version of Truth: Marriage and Separation in the Igorot Community as Depicted in Daguio’s the Wedding Dance.”

By Ms. Tyrene Basal

Ms. Tyrene Basal, a CAH faculty member, delivered a thought-provoking discourse titled “His/Her Version of Truth: Marriage and Separation in the Igorot Community as Depicted in Daguio’s The Wedding Dance.”

Ms. Basal’s eloquent speech revolved around the poignant love story of Awiyao and Lumnay, delving into the profound impact

of their tribe’s customs and traditions on their destiny. It unveiled the unspoken laws of marriage and separation, where a man’s remarriage is sanctioned if his wife is unable to conceive, unraveling a captivating and contentious glimpse into Cordilleran culture.

Ms. Tyrene’ s resonant speech provided a profound introspection into the cultural beliefs and practices that mold the dynamics of marriage and separation within the Igorot community. A fresh perspective enlightened on the significance of lineage in their culture, as well as the societal pressures that accompany it. The tale of Awiyao and Lumnay stood as a powerful testament to the transformative potential of literature in raising awareness and effecting change. Subsequently, an engaging open forum was conducted, where both on-site and online participants had the opportunity to pose questions and engage in a vibrant discussion with the speaker. This forum fostered a deeper understanding of the topic while serving as a platform for sharing diverse thoughts and ideas. Overall, the forum proved to be a resounding success, enriching all involved with valuable insights

“Lesbian Writing: Pushing Against Boundaries Through Non-Fiction in the Philippines.”

By Dr. Jhoanna Lynn. B. Cruz

Dr. Jhoanna Lynn B.

Cruz,

the esteemed department chair of the Department of Humanities at UP Mindanao, was the last speaker who graced the event with her captivating talk on the topic of “Lesbian Writing: Pushing Against Boundaries Through Non-Fiction in

Photograph Courtesy of the Univ Public Affairs Office

the Philippines.” Dr. Cruz’s illuminating presentation shed light on the myriad challenges faced by lesbian writers in the country, as revealed through her meticulous creative practice research. Through her unique perspective as a Mindanao Writer, she unveiled the perceptions surrounding lesbian writers within the community, often hindering their path to success. Notably, Dr. Cruz candidly acknowledged that her own adherence to heteronormative writing skills and rigid literary standards contributed to her invisibility as a lesbian writer. She further expounded on the subjective nature of a lesbian writer’s identity and graciously shared several insightful strategies from her non-fiction practice, including narrative structure, wordplay, graphesis, collage, poetic erasure, and playing dress-up.

In her concluding remarks, she underscored the significance of nurturing and advancing lesbian writing in a society dominated by heteronormativity and patriarchy. Her speech culminated with the inspiring quote, “Writing is making oneself visible. The woman who writes thus finally enters.”

The seminar concluded with the closing remarks of the esteemed director of ISRD, Gigy Banes, who delivered a speech encouraging educators, urging them to embrace the gender dimensions within written literature She further inspired the attendees to craft local literary works that seamlessly integrate the rich history and vibrant culture of the Cordillera region, as previously emphasized by the school’s honored president, Dr. Felipe Salaing Comila. With conviction, she implored participants to capture the narratives of LGBTQIAETC individuals, drawing upon their unique perspectives, as genuine expression stems from lived experiences. Encouraging a comprehensive approach, she stressed the importance of exploring literature through interdisciplinary lenses, allowing for a deeper understanding and appreciation of the multifaceted dimensions of human existence.

In a thought-provoking observation, she highlighted the scarcity of emphasis on gender roles in literary discussions and urged all teachers to emphasize this when discussing literature.

EMPOWERING VOICES: CAH EXTENSION PROGRAM UNLEASHES THE BASICS OF PUBLIC SPEAKING

TheCollege of Arts and Humanities (CAH) Extension team conducted a seminar-workshop extension activity entitled “Turning Stage Fright to Stage Presence” last March 3 at Barangay Basil, Tublay, Benguet. The said seminar focused on the areas of public speaking and hosting and English communication, which were the identified needs of the barangay. The activity is designed to increase local government officials, leaders, volunteers, teachers, and students’ confidence and skills in public speaking engagements.

The whole day activity was represented by selected faculty members and students of the college. Mr. Jhordan Cuilan started the first session of a lecture on English communication skills and public speaking. Then, break-out rooms divided the participants according to their needs. The first group was attended by contestants for the Search for Mr. and Miss Basil led by one of the college faculty, Mr. Daniel Payangdo, who shared tips on acing Question-

and-Answer portion, while Ms. Amber Colalong, a communication student, also shared her experience in pageantry focusing in stage projection. On the other hand, the second group consists of barangay officials, volunteers, and preschool teachers. Mr. Cuilan and Mr. Joshua Payangdo shed light on public speaking rudiments focused on investing in verbal, vocal, and visual delivery components.

The afternoon activities included workshop sessions

where the morning’s sharing and principles were implemented. All participants actively engaged in the speaking exercises, which helped them become more comfortable walking and speaking on stage. A brief closing program marked the activity’s conclusion. Throughout it, the participants expressed their gratitude for the chance to learn and review the principles of public speaking and English communication.

DAC Expands with 4 New Classrooms

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In relation, the Executive Dean, Mr Eugene Lumasok, offered two storage rooms to the college, but converting them into helpful classrooms was the challenge. Due to typhoon flooding damage and the fact that these rooms were in the basement, much work is needed. The DAC faculty had to remove dirt, carry old equipment, and transfer broken tiles, glass panels, tables, chairs, and other items from the

rooms. The solid work started around 8 in the morning, led by the department chairperson, Mrs. Evangeline Rachel Leano, and Mrs. Sison-Kuiper. Moreover, General Services Office (GSO) representatives helped during the clean-up, especially in carrying heavy equipment and polishing the floors. Several offices also had to carry their old files back to their offices.

The hauling, dusting, and

cleaning up tired the department faculty. The good news is that they can use these existing spaces for their in-person classes. The department has considered this tremendous challenge and dedication to providing high-quality education. The department currently has four new clean rooms with a 60-student capacity for its classes in addition to the two classrooms provided by the College of Home Economics and Technology (CHET).

Revin Xavier L. Ignacio

Dear Brian

by Karen O. Laking

A poem in response of the story

“Letter to Brian” by Danton Remoto

Arts and Humanities

By Rainbow Brite

What’s in the Arts and the Humanities ?

When Art takes form- it is Sculpture; When Art complements hue with symmetry, texture, style, balance and angle at a vantage point- it is Painting;

When Art harmonizes with melody and lyrics- it is Music; When Art testaments the vivid, exquisite, panoramic, captivating, stunning, magical and unique representation of life- it is Literature. All four, reflective and reminiscent of the Humanities.

In Arts and Humanities –

Literature unfolds and heralds the colorful saga, adventure, experiences, culture, language and world of characters : protagonists, antagonists or supporting cast in human folly, mystery, splendor, passion, dreams, challenges, sorrow-happiness, defeat-triumph, death-life, war-peace, hate-love; and

It unravels the mystiques of life-human psyche, thoughts, views, feelings and emotions.

Music is the language of the soul, played from cradle to grave-the spice that flowers life;

Painting displays and epitomizes the artistic expression of humanity’s special talent and skill likewise together with – Sculpture shaped and made into human form, animals, plants and inanimate or abstract objects to celebrate life and beauty of the many splendored things around us – The Sublime God created, That makes you and me liberatingly sigh with relief and in awe with inner peace, overflowing joy and happiness !

Dear Brian, I’ve never seen you coming in my Tenebrous world—

Remember, in that Cafe?

With that unabashed eye contact— I gazed at your melancholic eyes: I knew, I just knew— you were the one.

My heart bleeds with your story

How your parents forsaken you, How you scuffled through life— How you grappled to survive— to be alive.

Yes--you are strong, weak as you thought you were, You are a Spartan in my eyes--the toughest person I knew.

I read your story “The Acacia and the Earth”, indeed we sustain each other dear, we do. The lights and shadows in our lives are ever uncertaln, unsure, unknown.

But-- let us give it a try...

Let us begin day by day, One little step after the other. You put a lamp on my face— You are my torch in this crazy, miserable world so-- come home to me and I will be here waiting--in the sofa with the cold bottles of beer, the chicken adobo and the enchiladas.

Love, “Melanie”

“…”

by Revin Xavier L. Ignacio

I want to feel the love again The kisses on the forehead, The smiles that break into laughter and the lasting genuine heartbeat in sync; as one

I want to feel that warmth again, That heat of safety and comfort. The hot breath of voice, calming and soothing this erratic heart.

What’s most is the need to have that home That brushes your tears away, Sings you to slumber, and keeps the nightmares at bay. I need you but don’t know you. Still, I’ll be waiting.

Time can only tell how much. I’ve wanted that same feeling. And I hope you’ll come sooner and more certainly …

I Am Who I Was

By Gwyneth A. Sildon

Itreaded cautiously through the cold and somber dullness that enveloped the once-vibrant outlook. The street lights dimmed, casting an eerie glow on the damp, icy surroundings. Each step I took on the narrow road seemed confined by the clinging fog. Suddenly, a whimper shattered the deafening silence, bringing my cheerless and shuffling pace to a halt. Intrigued, I followed the sound, my feet compelled to uncover its origin. As the fog dispersed, a poignant scene emerged—a proud mother, hands on her waist, looking down at a howling child, squatting on the ground.

August 12, 2010

In that moment, my mind's eye flashed back to a similar image, but with altered characters—a furious father and a sobbing daughter. The sight pierced through me, opening old wounds that had long been buried. It transported me six years back when the same scene played out outside our house. My father, in his beastly shape, unleashed a barrage of curses while I wept in silence, my gaze fixed on nothingness as blood trickled from a small cut on my legs and onto the ground.

It was so unfair. I didn't deserve the bristle of his uncontrolled rage. That afternoon, all I had intended to do was feed the birds. In an unfortunate mishap, I untied the secure knot of their cage, setting them free. With their food in one hand and a cup of water in the other, I calmly watched as they disappeared from sight, as if nothing had happened. But those birds were more than just birds— they were my father's cherished pets. Visiting and teasing them had become his daily joy after exhausting days at the garden. And now, I had taken that away from him. Oh, the weight of my actions became unbearable. I knew my father all too well.

As soon as my father returned home, a sense of unease gripped me. I watched his every move, hoping against hope that he would not notice

his birds were gone. But fate had a different plan. He headed straight to the porch, and I sensed the storm brewing. Hastily, I unfolded my crossed legs, rose from the long pine bench at the far end of our kitchen, and fled from the house.

"Wanaaaaaaay!" his scream pierced the air.

I knew it! I braced myself for the impending storm of his ruthless anger. With my heart pounding, I felt a numbing sensation as his rampage carried him from the door to the front yard, where I stood frozen. In my trembling voice, I tried to explain, but my words fell on deaf ears. Without warning, he kicked my feet, forcing me to the ground. The pain rendered me numb. That was it—the anger I had expected, coupled with unexpected physical brutality. I could see his mouth moving, yelling at me, but I heard not a word. The pain consumed every fiber of me until I found myself alone in the darkness, silently shedding tears.

I cried. The pain cut deep. Yes, my father had always been strict, but caring at the same time. I didn’t anticipate that he would turn to physical violence. From that moment on, fear became the guiding force at home and in school. It was like living under a monarch's rule, where I had to become a mindless zombie, bending over backward to please my master.

LAUNDRY

A tear threatened to escape my eyes as a droplet of water splashed against my cheeks, jolting me back to reality. It was about to rain. I cast a final glance at the scene before turning away. The mother now cradled her child in her arms. I smiled. It takes a lot to truly understand what love is.

That incident shaped my character in ways I can be proud of. Though I bore no fault, though it was unkindly unfair, believe me, that brutality contributed to the person I am today. I did, I do, and I always will (hopefully) approach life with careful consideration, mindful of the possible consequences. I say, "My life is the way it is because of the way it was."

August 2023

Authors Note: I wrote this piece during my Creative Writing class way back college, and I stand in awe as I search for that ‘learner writer’ in me. Reflecting upon the years that have unfolded, my journey has brought more good than bad, more generosity than indifference, and more work than play, just like my father. The question still lingers though: Do I also have my father’s anger? He does embody both the light and darkness and I embrace him for all of it. It is this aspiration that I holdtrue- a captivating blend of flaws and beauty.

by Karen O. Laking

Sorting

Piece by piece

Color by color

Shirts, pants, dresses, sweaters, jackets, socks, underwears they are your special friends on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. They fill your minutes, and hours, say what? With them there are no dull moments. The washer goes round and round just like how the earth goes around the sun the spinner, it revolves while squeezing like how the brain works during the final exams. The driers functions just as well, like how the distance dries out the heart with love. Doing the laundry just like that, it turns and spins and twists and brings you relief, satisfaction, and pleasure looking at the empty bin.

Adjustment to the Full Face-to Face Classes

For the students and faculty, “full face-to-face classes” meant going back to the usual classroom set-up situation/ condition, wherein literally the lack of buildings and classrooms has been one of the major challenges encountered since time immemorial due to the increase of Colleges, degree programs offered and enrolment of students. Consequently, classes scheduled MWF must meet twice a week, MW only and TTH classes, once a weekTuesdays or Thursdays as the case may be for the students and faculty concerned to share the use of the same classroom assigned to them on weekdays.

Further the remaining days of the week are for Online classes. Hence, University Officials, should consider seriously constructing more buildings to be used by students and faculty to solve this pressing problem. On the other hand, the lack of teachers is addressed by hiring more Contract of Service Teachers this Sem in the different Colleges including the College of Arts and Humanities (CAH). But, there is an immediate need to recruit permanent faculty to fill up the vacant positions left by those who already retired from active government service in order to maintain quality instruction among others in the University. Also, it is but proper

The Second Semester, School Year 2022-2023 marks the return of the “full face-to- face classes” of the University students and faculty, undergraduate or graduate school/ advanced studies here at BSU Main and other Campuses. In so doing, major and/or minor adjustments – whether positive or negative have to be made. These could be on the part of the students, faculty, school officials and non-teaching personnel whose central clienteles revolve around the University studentry that we’ll carefully look into.

and appropriate to reward those faculty who continuously performed well, served the University for quite a while already and whose service, loyalty and dedication are unparalleled. We really hope for their immediate appointment to permanency the soonest.

Further, the students have to get used to the old wayswake-up early, attend their classes “in-person” with their classmates and teachers, do all the learning tasks/activities like having quizzes or seatworks, performing laboratory experiments or projects and taking required examinations (Midterms or Finals) in “flesh and blood,” they say and no longer purely Online-which they got used to. Indeed, this is a major transition for them, but they’re young, so they’ll get by just fine. Moreover, the Online classes cannot be totally eradicated as there is still the continuing pandemic and the Blended Learning Approach adopted/ advocated by the CHED-CAR to help address the demands, needs and concerns of higher education this Contemporary times.

On the part of the University Officials and nonteaching personnel, constant inperson or online meetings have been conducted from the start to finish of this Sem to address the pressing issues, concerns,

demands, needs and challenges of adjusting to the “full face-toface” turn of classes.

University Officials up-to-date adjustments to school policies, regulations, memoranda among others and have re-adjusted, re-aligned or re-issued for implement-ation to guide, direct, supervise and provide immediate resolutions to the faculty and the students concerned to suit the times. Some worked, however some didn’t. These remain a working progress-to do and follow up. For the non-teaching personnel/ staff, they focused on working and processing students’ and faculty’s needs and concerns, provided support to all their learning-teaching activities/ tasks, cleaned and maintained their classrooms and endeavored to advance the benefits and rewards as well of both students, faculty and fellow non-teaching staff concerned.

Going back to the “full face-to-face classes” is definitely not easy. It has many challenges – lack of school buildings and classrooms as the primary one that needs to be addressed, followed by the recruitment/ appoint-ment of more permanent faculty to ensure and maintain quality instruction and updated school policies and regulations for better implementation and compliance. All these to be

addressed/acted upon by the combined forces of the BSU School Officials students, faculty and non-teaching personnel to maintain order, discipline, harmony, peace and love to all concerned. It’s a balance of all forces to make things right and going amidst the challenges of the continuing pandemic and changing times and space. We can only hope for the best to come.

First off, taking time to loosen up gives teachers a prime chance to revitalize, renew, and refill their vitality. Getting enough sleep, doing things one enjoys, and taking care of oneself can all help manage stress, lower the risk of burnout, and fortify one’s mental health in general. From someone who is new to the academe, safe to say that despite being one, I have noticed that teachers who take time for themselves are better capable of handling the demands of their job, which leads to a longer career and higher job satisfaction.

Further, having to deal with difficulties like challenging students, targeting deadlines, or administrative demands can be emotionally and mentally draining for teachers; thus, the need for a break. Teachers’ resilience, which helps them recover from failures and deal

Jennie M. Bito

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professional tone.

“Not much sir, I’m weak and I plan to visit you yesterday but I have throbbing head.” she replied.

Nostalgia

Richard Giye

The Miner’s Daughter

Before Julisa broke into tears in our office one afternoon the day before vacation, I received an invitation from Marra PL Lanot asking me to attend the Nick Joaquin Literary Prize Awards night at the Winford Manila Resort and Casino. I was not confident going into the big city and recalling the last time I went there the sticky warm weather dried up my creativity. I have three entries for short story and I wonder what story got the third place as Marra only informed me only not to miss the event. Was it ‘Time for Tattoos’ – a story I wrote reminiscing the tattoo symbols poked at by Benguet tattoo artist Ate Wamz at Charm Café in Tam-awan, or the story ‘Visiting Moth’ – my recollection of my first visit to my hometown Sadanga, or the story ‘Blood and Gold in Benguet’ – the story of miner whose impoverished life led him to steal gold from a mining site?

I look up from my laptop- busy typing grades in our school portal and stared at the shy sickly girl standing in front of me. “Yes hija, you are?”

“Julisa sir, from your 9-10am class. I’m sorry I missed your classes,” she said softly and then coughed with her handkerchief.

A quick hot air suddenly pulled my breathing and I was quick to raise my brow. “Why only now? It’s the end of the school year already, you see I’m submitting the grades.” I said sternly in low voice and tried to check on my co-teachers, whose eyes focused on their own laptops

but their ears and neck are pulsing with attention.

“Why, what happened?” I tried to calm myself.“Sir, I got dengue last week so I wasn’t able to do the last activities.” Julisa said in almost tearful voice and handed me a yellow medical certificate. When I looked at her thin body, greasy hair and dry skin- a weakling just out from the hospital- a sudden wave of compassion overcome me and was speechless. I lowered my eyes and pretend to study the certificate.

“Dengue… it goes into the blood, right? Are you feeling better now?” I managed to inquire in a

Taking a Break in the Academic Lane

I hold my compassion and showed not much pity, as a teacher – it came to me to always practice impartiality knowing that students are quick to sense it. Deep inside, I know very much the pain of getting sick in the middle of the school year and the courage needed to overcome oneself to return to school either to comply in school or just to stand in front to deliver lesson in class.

“Are you taking medicine?” I asked again.“Yes sir, but I only took only few, we cannot afford the other medicine. My father is just a miner and I still have three younger siblings.” Julisa broke into tears and quiet sob.

I was surprised my co-teachers didn’t look from their laptops. We’ve been conversing very softly but I almost sure I can hear the crying and cracking of voice of this miner’s daughter asking for considerationbut more of a help.

“Your father is a miner you said? Haven’t they found golds yet?” I asked this time; I didn’t hide my worry of her health and pity to their family. I pictured my overworked father who died in a construction site.

“They had once sir, way back high school but used it to my ailing brother, up to this time, they only grind enough to supply the daily needs.” She replied. Why do poor things happen to poor people, I told myself.

It took me a while to make sense of what is happening. In ordinary occasion I will give consideration, will line up the task for the student to comply then make bargain with the passing grade of which I can only give to delinquent students. But this

Being a teacher requires great commitment, enthusiasm, and effort. It is indeed a fact that educators play a pivotal role in shaping the minds of future generations, and their tireless efforts often go unnoticed which I believe now is imperative to highlight the need for rest and relaxation (R & R) for teachers. R & R is something I and others are looking forward to aside from the upcoming semesters along with its daily challenges and duties. Even if the college is joined by wellness programs like CAHLACASAN, I strongly believe it would be excellent to unwind and relax at one’s own space and pace, noting few reasons down.

with the pressures of their job on a daily basis, is greatly aided by rest and relaxation.

Lastly, when teachers are constantly in “go” mode, the pressures of work can hinder effective communication and collaboration. Exhaustion and stress can lead to miscommunication, misunderstandings, and strained relationships among colleagues. However, by prioritizing rest and

relaxation, teachers can create an environment conducive to open and effective communication. Relaxation activities, such as team retreats or team buildings, provide opportunities for teachers to connect on a personal level, fostering trust and camaraderie. This, as a result, enhances collaboration and promotes a positive team dynamic.

In this demanding world of

time, I felt something broke within me while looking at the girl in front of me. She is a miner’s daughter!

Just a month ago, I accidentally burned my feet from hot water. I covered the scalding with cooling paste and still continue attending my classes. Barely getting healed, I went to the capitol to receive an award from the province and then a week after I went again to Manila to receive the Nick Joaquin Literary Prize and only now it dawned to me that story that won is “Blood and Gold in Benguet”. There is a sense of clarity and soberness that came to me similar when I write stories with parallelism in life.

“Okay Julisa, what is more important right now is your health. These missing activities may do and you could still have a passing grade. What I needed you to do now is to visit the clinic and have a follow up checkup, I think you need more rest.” I said in a hopeful tone understanding the parallel situations we are in.

Then, I modestly opened my drawer and drew from there an amount from the cash price I received from my writing and fold it with the medical certificate.

“I will not give you grade if you don’t do what I said.” I look at her and gave her a nod.

When Julisa left the room, I stood after her but went to the comfort room. There I began to let the emotions flow. Oftentimes, people ask a pointless question- Why do writers write fiction stories?

Parallelism allows us to see the truth that run in stories and our lives, these things writers see but many even teachers and readers may not truly understand. What consoles me then was that afternoon, the day before vacation it came to me what it really means to win not just in writing but in the real life.

Revin Xavier L. Ignacio

education, where teachers give their all for the betterment of their students, rest and relaxation activities will be a great return for them. That is why personally I am in high hopes for our college, College of Arts & Humanities - especially having no building of our own yet: having separate offices for the three departments which makes it a challenge to get to know all the faculty of the college. Hoping that

one day the administration will be able to incorporate rest and relaxation into our professional lives so we can enhance collaboration, communication, and creativity among teachers, whilst fostering resilience and promoting work-life balance at the same time. So, let us embrace the power of rest and relaxation, not only for ourselves but for the betterment of our college and the students we serve.

Slideshows and Shadows

By Lory Rose Supsupin

In the realm of classrooms, a story unfolds, A tale of a teacher, with secrets untold. Smiling faces surround, eager minds to teach, Yet beneath the surface, darkness screech.

Invisible battles fought, a struggle within, A heavy veil, behind the slideshow, a devious twin. Each day, a challenge, a threat to climb, To feel happiness guilt’s like a crime.

The world sees a teacher, with laughter and cheer, But the heart hides a burden, pain ever near. How can one inspire, guide and glow, When darkness engulfs, and overflow?

The classroom becomes a sanctuary of sorts, A place to escape, where sorrow distorts. Behind the lessons and laughter they bestow, Lies a teacher’s silent battle, few come to know.

They paint smiles, wear masks each day, To shield their pain, their soul’s decay. But beneath that facade, there’s a longing inside, For understanding, support, a safe place to confide.

They rise with resilience, determination in stride, To touch lives, make a difference far and wide. For a midst the darkness, they possess a gift, Hope to kindle a spark, uplift spirits, and lift.

So let us not forget, the teachers who bear, The weight of depression, their struggles unfair. Offer them compassion, lend an empathetic ear, For in their journey, there’s infinite fear.

To the happy teacher with depression’s grasp, Know that you are seen, your strength we clasp. May love and hope light up your way, And guide you through dark and gray.

Ang Sumang*

By *Richard A. Giye

Inilulan ang itim na baboy

Iginapos sa bubong ng bus

Papalayo sa syudad

Papalapit sa probinsya

Maalinsangang hangin sa Bontoc

Ang yumakap sa duguang baboy, paa na nakagapos

Nakasadsad sa ilog ng Chico ang mga gulong

Biyak ang likod mula sa paghuhulagpos

Inuwing patay ang lalaking Igorot

Nagnakaw raw sa Maynila

Sinalubung ng kapamilya

Ang inuwing bangkay, bahag ang buntot

Ang Sumang- pangontra

Nakakahindik-balahibong sigaw

Pinapalipad ang ulo ng mga manok

Sa nagbabagang mata ng papalubog na araw

Ang Sumang ang huling pagdanas

Ang pagluluksa ng tribo

Mula sa ama hangang apo

Pantaboy sa mga mamamatay tao.

*Sumang- this counter-ritual fights back to redeem the soul of a hexed person

BSU –Alma Mater We Adore

- dedicated to the Batch 2023 Graduates

By Jennie M. Bito

Anak ti Dagem

I

Throwing Trash

by Karen O. Laking

I wonder if someone else enjoys bringing trash at the dumpster as much as I do.

5:00 am I wake up drink my usual two glasses of lukewarm water, put on my bonnet wear my white Skechers and off I go walking leisurely with two black trash bags.

Throwing the trash means solitude to me. It is a time to think and perhaps plan the day. Throwing the trash means a little fresh air, a little freedom, I can hum or sing while walking.

I can think of poetry like: “So much depends on a red wheelbarrow glazed with rain water near the chickens.”

I can think of other lifetimes...

other loves, other selves, forgotten dreams, closeted priorities. I can converse with myself

I can talk to the little dandelion, to the moon if she’s still there.

I wonder if someone else looks at this mundane activity as beautiful as I do.

As Commencement looms and gets nearer, Our hearts are filled with joy, sadness, happiness, fears and cheers. Students, faculty, school officials, parents : all alike; As we bid farewell to our beloved Alma Mater –BSU all hail to thee . . .

II

We owe our dear Alma Mater – the knowledge, wisdom, training, exposure, experiences and discipline, we now possess, With the help of our parents, loved ones, teachers, classmates, friends and The Lord God Almighty;

We shall forevermore treasure and remember the times well spent as well as, The camaraderie of friendships made here and the undying quest for learning and wisdom shall continually grow in us - and now the achieved pinnacle of success, wherever we may be .

III

As we leave the portals of our Alma Mater with mixed emotions and renewed vigor of optimism alongside hope,

We pledge our loyalty, gratitude, love, peace and service. For the warmth and tenderness, our Alma Mater shielded us, With heavy but thankful hearts, humility, strength, courage, determination,perseverance, wonder and bliss,

We trod the unknown path to find our respective places under the sun – all that we were meant to be, As we sing this hymn of love and praises –“ BSU, we hail thee, Alma matter we adore ! ”

Spring

By James Patrick P. Aquino

You’re like a storm that ruins my sunshine

Came to shower your cold and bitter line

All I do is hear you and not listen You make me sick; I hope you get bitten

Bitten by your own words like real karma

What you say is poison, stop the drama

You don’t practice what you preach, the humbug

A wolf amongst sheep, not a ladybug

But who am I to judge a predator

Who prays on the weak, the terminator Anyway, my hot sunshine will return So be good to others, or else you’d burn

by *Richard Giye

I

Langit

Ang salamin

Sa tuktok ng bundok

Hinga at Bulong

‘Ako si Dagem’

Ang Diyos ng Hangin. Diyos ng mga kalalakihan

Diniyos ng mga kababaihan

II

Ang dalagang naglalako

Ang dalagang nahumaling

Huminga at Bumulong

‘Sinundan ku si Dagem’ Nakalunuk ng Hangin.

Ina na walang asawa

Anak na walang ama

III

Sa panahon ng giyera

Sa panahon ng Hapon

Sa daanan

‘Bumugso ang hangin’ Sa kawalan at kahihiyan. Walang paumanhin

IV

Ang mga unang anak

Ng Igorot at ng Dagem

Mga anak ng tanso

‘Ibang Breeding’ Pinanganak na may pilak na sandata sa bunganga

Mga anak ng

Amang nakaguhit sa Hangin.

2022 Creative Writing Fellow for Linangan sa Imahen, Retorika at Anyo (LIRA) Contest Piece

Pagkabata

By Revin Xavier Lopate Ignacio

Maari bang bumalik sa pagkabata ?

Sa panahong tumbang preso, patintero, at piko ang tanging alam

Maari bang

Bumalik sa sapilitang pagtulog tuwing tanghali?

Sa panahong pag gising mo’y laro na naman

Walang pag-iingat at pagkakandili

Masugatan may tuloy parin ang habulan

Maari bang

Bumalik sa panahong tanging hangad ay pansariling kasiyahan lamang ?

Walang kamuwang-muwang sa mundo’t pagtanda

Walang responsibilidad, walang pagkabalisa

Maari bang paggising muli’y naihanda na lahat ni inay?

Sa panahong patuloy ang paggabay sa mga tama’t mali sa buhay

Sa panahong uunawain ka ng mundo

Pagkat ika’y munting bata pa lamang

Maaari ba ? Maari pa kaya- ?

Kung pwede lang.

Unraveling Windows 86

By Judelyn P. Alones

Deep in my soul, a tale unfolds, Where worth’s defined by number, I’m told. “86”, they say, is all I’m worth, Yet my grueling sacrifice remains unearthed.

Abandoned liberty, kinship, year after year, Drenched, struggled, stood tall, crystal clear. Yet unseen, the depth of pain I bear, A narrow lens so unjustly prized, my dear.

In weariness, I tread the path alone. Sculpting, molding, a dream to own. In twilight moments as the story nears its close, They peeked but only when I erred, I suppose.

Eyes roamed, seeking the missing, I sensed, Succeeded, filling the pages, a tale transcends.

Our story had reached its destined edge, Leaving me behind, longing for different end.

It’s unfair, it’s unjust, I howl to protest, To be judged briefly, in a sporadic quest.

They draw conclusions from a fleeting moon’s glow, Declaring me an apprentice, yet to fully grow.

With blind eyes, they inked my worth, On a filthy stained paper, undeserved, henceforth. Attempted to shield myself, my true essence. Yet they trusted not, their judgment dense.

They gazed upon my exhausted mind seeking respite, Failed to grasp the depths of our fight. In this revered profession, where some thrive, Others languish in abyss, trying to survive.

In an instant clarity had graced. Enlightened truth I had once relinquished. Unaware of cherished moments I’ve cast, Family’s love once discarded, now profound.

Judge not my worth by the digits on display, A silent witness, pleading for my release, I pray. Humbled and poised, revived in the light, Alive, thriving with limitless drives, shining bright.

I leave this once cherished dwelling behind, Where my heart never truly did find. Reflecting on choices I once did make, Embracing daylight and chances I’ll now take.

In this realm consumed by power and fame, No longer shall I stumble under misguided game.

For I have embraced radiance destined to glow, A few to witness, its brilliance will show.

86 moons have waned since that fateful day, Rising above their lingering shadow’s sway. Gratitude blooms within for the wisdom You bestowed, Unburdened, new window I’ll now behold.

With sheer delight, farewell, I bid, Opening vistas where secrets are hid. No longer bound by digits, instead, No longer confined to windows 86.

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Mr. At Miss Benguet State University 2023, inilunsad

Joshua d. Payangdo

Matapos ang apat na taong pagkaantala dahil sa pandemya ay matagumpay na idinaos ang Mr. at Ms. BSU 2023 kompetisyon sa Benguet State University gymnasium noong Marso 23.

Nagpikatang gilas ang mga 16 na pares ng kandidato at kandidata mula sa iba’t ibang kolehiyo ng pamantansan. Ibinida ang angking talento, nagpasiklaban ng sustainable creative wears na gawa sa recyclable materials, pagalingan sa pagrampa at pagsagot ng question and answer portion.

Kinoronahan sina Kristian Salio ng College of Information Sciences at Trixie Togatog ng College of Arts and Humanities (CAH) bilang Mr. At Miss BSU 2023.Nagningning sina Salio at Togatog matapos magpasiklab sa pagrampa at sa pagsagot sa Q and A portion.

Narito ang winning answer ni Mr. Salio sa tanong na, “Fake news or misinformation are very prevalent nowadays, as a media literate individual, how will you address such concern?

Sagot ng kandidato:” I am broadcasting students and we have this attribute, this discipline that we enable and we make sure that the things that we see, the things we click online are true. And as for that, I can be able to make sure that the discipline that my course as a development communication student has taught me, I can be able to see authentic news and at the same time make sure that I can be able to have the ability to filter what is fake from what is true. Thank you.”

Winning sagot naman ni Ms. Togatog sa tanong na, “ The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board ( LTFRB) deems traditional jeepneys as environmentally damaging, do you agree that jeepneys should be phased out, why or why not?

Sagot ng Kandidata:” Jeepney is a part of our identity as Filipinos, and tourists or foreigner come in the Philippines to experience riding jeepneys and I’m not in favor of jeepneys phaseout, rather, I’m in favor of jeepney rehabilitation. Some professionals proposed designs to adopt the plans for the moderniation of

vehicles so I suggest that rather we phase out these jeepneys, we rather redesign the interior while retaining the exterior appearance of our jeepneys. In that way, we will be able to help in terms of economy and results while preserving our identity as Filipinos. Mabuhay ang mga jeepney drivers!”

Samantala, nasungkit nina Xyliene Obiacoro ng College of Home Economics and Technology at Jan Errol Kilakil ng College of Numeracy and applied Sciences ang first runner-up; Stephen Kwarteng ng College of Nursing Ricka Fe Acosta ng College of Natural Sciences, Second runner-up; Tritan Ticbayan ng CNS at Rica May Coronongan College of Human Kinetics, third runner-up; habang fourth runner-up sina Shallum Balangyao mula sa College of Forestry at Floriejane Congao ng College of Engineering.

Wagi ng minor at specials awards ang mga kandidato at kandidata na sina: Jan Marveeno Palispis, CVM Best in Production Number at Mr. Charity; Mark Gruner Gama CHK Best in Sports Attire at King of Ramp; Reden Saliwey, CE, Best in Creative Wear; Reden Saliwey, CE, Best in Talent; Grant Villanueva, CA Best in Formal Attire, Social Media Award at Mr. Congeniality ; Stephen Kwarteng, CN, Best in Ethnic Attire, Darling of the Crowd at Mr. Photogenic ; Kristian Salio,CIS, Mr. Articulate; Tristan Ticbayan, CNS, Beauty with a purpose; Shallum Balangyao, CF, Mr. Prompt; Trixie Togatog CAH, Best in Production number, Best in Talent, at Beauty with a purpose; Ricka Fe Acosta, CNS, Best in Sports wear, Best in Formal Wear, Best in Ethnic Attire at Queen of the Ramp; Xyliene Bernyze Obiacoro, CHET, Best in Creative wear at MS. Articulate; Rica Mae Caronongan, CHK, Ms. Winsome Smileat Ms. Photogenic; Maureen Wanas, CN, Darling of the Crowd; Lily June Ragunton, CF, Social Media Award; Shyra Gail Quias, CCJE, Ms. Prompt; Jazel Jane Bermeo, CTE Ms. Charity; Julirnne Navarra, CIS, Ms. Congeniality. Kinilala ang mga hurado sa ginanap na MMBSU 2023 na sina Apolinario Bagano, Dr. Ryan Guinaran, Kevin Claud Beray, Gabriel S. Tugbo, Benjamin Cruz, Ani Rose Pitas, Dennis Nietes at Clecia Flor Balabag.

Ang itinanghal na MMBSU 2023 ay ilalaban sa Mr. And Ms. CARASUC 2023 na gaganapin sa Kalinga Sport Center, Tabuk City, Kalinga sa Ika-19 ng Abril.

BSU Intrams 2023 held

Jennie M. Bito

Jennie Bito

The Benguet State University (BSU) Intramurals 2023 was held last March 20-23, 2023 at BSU Main Campus in La Trinidad, Benguet with the theme, “Bridging Sports in Us: Revelry more than Rivalry.”

The University Intrams was last held March, 2019 before the pandemic so it was a site to behold from start to finish. There was a parade of all the student athletes, coaches, sporting officials, faculty and University Officials from all the Colleges of the different BSU campuses including Bokod, Buguias, Kapangan and La Trinidad Main Campus competing in last March 20, 2023 Opening Day with the Guest Speaker, Mr. Marquez Sangiao of the Team Lakay who serves as Chairman and Head Coach delivering an inspirational message

to all the participants.

The overall Champions of the recently concluded BSU University Intrams 2023 is the College of Human Kinetics (CHK) that garnered a total of 626 points, followed by the College of Engineering (CE) second place with a total of 197 points and the College of Agricultures (CA) third place with 165 points, respectively from all the sporting events competed in. Moreover, all the top winners from all the different events represented BSU to the CARASUC 2023 hosted by Kalinga last April 17-21, 2023

Kumakandili

Joshua D. Payangdo

Angmga guro ay kinikilala bilang isang dakilang propesyon. Ito ay dahil sila ang tumatayong pangalawang magulang at humihimok sa mga mag-aaral na magsumikap sa pag-aaral upang magkaroon sila ng magandang kinabukasan sa hinaharap. Sila ay nagsasakripisyo at inilalaan ang lahat ng oras upang makapagturo ng mataas at kalidad na edukasyon.

Kaya, hindi maiiwasan na sila ay nakakaranas ng problemang pangkalusugan at mental dahil sa

napapabayaan na nila ang kanilang kalusugan. Kung gayon, talagang napakahalagang aktibidades ang “CAHLAKASAN”. Ito ay dapat patuloy na isakatuparan dahil sa maraming benipisyong maaring maidulot nito sa ating katawan.

Una, nakakatulong ito upang mabawasan ang stress ng mga kaguruan. Dahil sa pisikal na ehersisyo ay nakakatulong na maging aktibo ang katawan, nagpapalakas nito ang paggawa ng mga endorphins na siyang nagbibigay ng magaang

Bakit nagsasagawa ng programang pampalakasan ang Kolehiyo?

“CAHLAKASAN” ang tawag sa programang pamapalakasan ng Kolehiyo ng Sining at Humanidades na kanilang isinasagawa ng dalawang beses kada taon. Layunin nito kasi na patatagin ang kanilang samahan at maipaalala ang kahalagahan ng ehersisyo tungo sa magandang pangangatawan.

pakiramdam at relax na isipan. Sa ganitong paraan napabubuti ang mood at bumababa ang stress level.

Pinapataas din ng ehersisyo ang energy level. Ito ay nakakatulong mapalakas at mapapatag ang cardiovascular system. Napapabuti ang sirkulasyon ng dugo kung saan nakakakuha ng sapat na oxygen at nutrients para sa muscles.

Ngunit bukod sa mga naitutulong nito sa kalusugan ng katawan, maaari rin nitong mas

palakasin ang kumpyansa ng isang tao. Ang taong may masigla at malusog na pangangatawan ay kadalasang may mataas na selfconfidence o kumpyansa sa sarili.

Ito ay mga patunay na kinakailangan ng mga guro ang programang pampalakasan upang mabigyan sila ng pagkakataon magehersisyo at kalaunay maging bahagi na ng kanilang pangarawaraw na gawain.

Ika nga nila “ Kalusugan ay kayamanan”.

Photograph | The Mountain Collegian