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URS act wins their first gold NEWS 02

MSC’s Adrias captures first place in Photography

Deja Vu

NEWS 02

LITERARY 03

RSU, SLSU, OMSC earn gold in string instrument competition NEWS 06

BSU holds students' night for STRASUC - CAF delegates

By Jennis R. Maghirang

VIBING. With the initiative of BatSU- host campus, STRASUC students’ night made possible to promote camaraderie among different delegations. ( John Kirby L. Dinglasan)

LSPU's Castillo ranks 5th in Pencil Drawing

By Christian Isaac D. Batralo

Out of the 12 delegations, Jestoni Castillo of Laguna State Polytechnic University (LSPU) managed to place fifth in the Visual Arts Pencil Drawing Category of the Southern Tagalog Regional Association of State Universities and Colleges Culture and the Arts Festival (STRASUC-CAF) at the University Library of Batangas State University Pablo Borbon Campus, Nov. 16.

“Di po talaga inaasahang makapasok sa top five,” the Sta. Cruz Campus student said about what he felt after awarding.

“Nagkamali kasi ako sa placement ng objects, pero nakaka-overwhelm kasi nakapasok pa rin ako sa top,” he added.

With his coach, 06 Ms. Cariza Flores...

The host University, Batangas State University - Pablo Borbon Campus (BSU - PBC), gave student-participants of the 6th Southern Tagalog Regional Association of State Universities and Colleges - Culture and the Arts Festival (STRASUC CAF) a socialization night, Nov. 16.

The students' night prepared by BSU with the objective of establishing camaraderie and for the students to enjoy their stay at the University.

The students jammed with the live bands and dance performances as they sang and danced to the hit songs of today's generation.

Booths, where students can buy drinks and food, were also set up at the students' night, prepared by the students of BSU.***

Different SUCs reign supreme in Visual Arts

By John Clarenze F. Becina and Christian Isaac D. Batralo

The best student-artists from Southern Tagalog stroked and rendered their gold medals in the Visual Arts competition of the Southern Tagalog Regional Association of State Universities and Colleges - Culture and the Arts Festival (STRASUC-CAF) held at the University Library of Batangas State University Pablo Borbon Campus (BSUPBC), Nov. 16.

BSU's Rinel Bacarro drawn his national stint, placing first, followed by Cristine Balag of University of Rizal System (URS) and Plorence Molata of Southern Luzon State University (SLSU). “'Yung ginamit ko pong technique ay ‘yung crosshatching at hatching. Kasi iyon talaga ang pina-practice ko na style. Pinapanood ko rin kasi ito sa pina-follow ko

sa IG (Instagram),” the Red Spartan artist said as he shared what he did to win the category.

Bacarro emphasized that he will improve himself more on shading and in finishing his artworks on time.

Meanwhile, Clem Owen Ecayan of Western Philippines University (WPU) painted his fate for gold in the Painting category.

With the BSU's trademark, Tower of Wisdom as

the subject, Ecayan showed his painting prowess in the said event through great proportion and bright hues.

“Nakaka-overwhelm and nakaka-pressure habang ina-announce yung Top 5,” he said as he shared his nervous moment.

“First time ko lang lumaban dito, first time ko lang din sa Batangas. Kaya naging inspiration ko yung mga taong nagtitiwala 02 po sa akin na...

COLOR SPLASHERS. Artists from various state universities and colleges showcased their creativity on their canvases. ( John Kirby L. Dinglasan)

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NEWS|COMICS

Acts of URS wins their first gold

By Jennis R. Maghirang

SISTERHOOD. RSU participants make an impact to the audience as they perform their winning piece about sister's love and sacrifices. ( Aeron John G. Remorin)

Actors of the short and sweet play from the University of Rizal System (URS) earned their first gold medal in the Southern Tagalog Regional Association of State Universities and Colleges Culture and the Arts Festival (STRASUC - CAF) 2022, Nov. 16.

Unity, family, and youth issues were the given topics that shall be seen in the short and sweet play.

URS left a mark in the short and sweet play category as the only ones who used tableau play for their whole performance, with Ana Maria Agapito, the main character of the story who will give anything, even her life for her beloved sister.

The judges reminded the actors that they were not judging the participants' art as they were merely ranking them because of the criteria that shall be followed.

URS bagged gold, while

Southern Luzon State University (SLSU) took the silver medal, and the OMSC snatched the bronze medal.

Aizeyah Gonzales, Jean Calrden Bulanadi, Arabella Magas, Shaira Delos Santos, Vimuelle Barraca, and Rodrigo Mariano, Jr. will represent the Region in the same category at the Philippines Association of State Universities and Colleges – Culture and the Arts Festival (PASUC – CAF) 2022.***

MSC’s Adrias captures first place in Photography

By Christian Isaac D. Batralo

Rose Ann Adrias of Marinduque State College (MSC) won the first place in the Visual Arts – Photography category in the Southern Tagalog Regional Association of State Universities and Colleges – Culture and the Arts Festival (STRASUC-CAF), held in November 15 at Batangas State University – Pablo Borbon Campus Library.

Themed “Advancing Culture and the Arts as Strategic Resource for National Development,” the MSC representative angled her lens beneath the feet of an old woman who was about to step on a bamboo.

“Ang symbolism po ng steps at gawi rin po ay yung development po ng ating [culture and arts] sa nation,” she said.

Adrias also shared her struggles with her coach as they thought of the theme, which was broad.

“Naguguluhan po kami ni coach no’ng una pa lang sinabi yung theme, sobrang lawak [nu’ng] theme ng STRASUC ngayon. Wala po talaga akong maisip, then nakita ko yung subject ko (yung tao), napaisip po ako kung paano [ko siya] kuku’nan,” she stated.

Meanwhile, Jerome Lingon, coach of Adrias expressed his confidence in her taking a good spot in the competition.

“Ako’y kumpiyansa rito kay Ms. Ann—passionate naman yung bata pagdating sa photography, mayro’n na siyang background; mayro’n na siyang knowledge, saka

yung skills niya sa photography, alam kong madadala siya [nito] sa tugatog ng tagumpay na gusto niyang marating,” he added.

MSC now has two golds from Photography and Kundiman competitions. ***

WINNING ENTRY. With the shot of Rose Ann Adrias of MSC that reflects the rich culture of Southern Tagalog, she captures her spot in the upcoming 2022 PASUC-CAF. ( Aeron John G. Remorin)

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By John Clarenze F. Becina and Christian Isaac D. Batralo

makakaya ko ito,” Ecayan added.

The Palawan native also confessed that the location he painted the tower was not his first choice, thus the parking lot. But since he was left with no options, he opted the left side of Higher Education Building.

John Matthew Maduro of BSU and Johnrey Mayorga of Marinduque State College (MSC) won 2nd and 3rd places, respectively.

On the other hand, Palawan State University's Sophia Mari Escalona took home the first spot in Charcoal Rendering through her detailed and precise drawing of an old man.

Romela Aileen Bayaban of University of the Philippines - Los Banos (UPLB) ended at second place, while Albert Steven Tugano of Southern Luzon State University (SLSU) won third.

In Poster Making, Vincent Paul Morada of Romblon State University (RSU) earned his national ticket by placing first, followed by Jeremy Belo of BSU and Lynn Cristine Ang of UPLB. The said first placers will represent Southern Tagalog in the upcoming Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC) - Culture and the Arts Festival. ***

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WORKING STAFF

Jennis R. Maghirang | Christian Isaac D. Batralo | John Clarenze F. Becina | John Kirby L. Dinglasan | Aeron John G. Remorin | Jann Lixon T. Lailo | Jyrus Edmark Diaz | Ella Bartolo | Larraine T. Artieda | Rochelle Gimpaya Vanessa Belen Copy Editor Julie Fe D. Panoy, PhD Publication Adviser Eden C. Callo, EdD Publication Consultant

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Deja Vu

Ni Larraine Artieda

Gumising ako.

Naghanda ng maigi’t dala ang naglalakihang maleta’t bag na lulan ang mga bago’t may etiketang damit.

Mangimi man ang sasapnan sa matagal na byahe ng pagkakaupo, ‘di na alintana sapagkat minsan lang ang ganitong oportunidad – na makalaban sa STRASUC CAF. Segu-segundong tumitingin sa tanawin kung nakarating na nga ba sa destinasyon. Minu-minutong nananalangin na sana’y sa pagtungtong sa bulwaga’y may medalyang maiuuwi para sa paaralan. Oras-oras nag-aaral ng estratehiya upang manalo. Araw-araw na nag-ensayo para sa pagkakataong ito.

Sa wakas…

Nasa lugar pa ng pagdarausan. Dala ko ang suporta ng kaibigan at magulang. Sapamamagitan ng malikot na pag-iisip at masinop na pagguhit, natapos ko ang aking obra maestra.

‘Eto na…

“Ang nagwagi para sa on-the-spot Poster making ay, Juan Dela Cruz!”

Nagpalakpakan ang madla kasabay ng aking pag-akyat sa entablado. Dala ko naman ang gintong medalya – para sa paaralan, karangalan, tahanan, at higi’t sa lahat, para sa Panginoon.

Subalit, gumising ako.

Gintong Medalya

Kapangyarihan

Dumating na ang araw Para sa magaganap na paligsahan Ang mga hiyawan at palakpak Ang siyang tanging naririnig sa patimpalak

Kapangyarihang mula kay bathala Kukunin kasama ang mga tala Marami sa kanila ang duda 'Wag mabahala, ika'y maniwala

Ni Rochelle Gimpaya

Hindi na halos maipinta Ang ekspresyon ng bawat isa Magkahalong tuwa’t pangamba Ang makikita sa kanilang mga mata Hindi lubos mawari Kung maiuuwi ba ang medalyang minimithi Wala ring kasiguraduhan Kung uuwi bang panalo o luhaan Mga oras na inilaan sa pagsasanay Hatid nito ay tagumpay Pagod, dugo’t pawis ang nagging puhunan Kaya’t sarili’y hindi dapat pagdudahan Hindi na dapat mangamba Sa ano mang maging resulta Dahil ang tiwala’t suporta Ang siyang nagsilbi at magsisilbing gintong medalya

Ni Ella Bartolo

Kanilang hinala'y walang basehan Sapagka't ikaw ay natatangi Ano man ang iyong kakulangan, Pangungutsa nila'y 'di magwawagi

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HIGHLIGHTS

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SKILLFUL. Reniel Alcos of LSPU during his competition in visual arts, charcoal rendering category.

MAGICAL MEMORIES. Delegations from different SUCs’ as they enjoy and go along with the BatSU band’s rendition of ‘Enchanted’ by Taylor Swift.

MUSIC. Participants of the piano competition hold camaraderie as key to success.

THOROUGH ART. LSPU’s Jestoni Castillo impress the judges with his artwork in pencil drawing, making him as top 5.

MINI CONCERT. With good music and company, STRASUC student-participants enjoy the band performances of BatSU- host campus.

PERFECT out in in instrumental instrumental solo solo competition, competition, piano piano category. category.

PERFECT KEYS. KEYS. With the 12 participating participating SUCs, SUCs, five five best best performances performances stood stood out

DETERMINED. LSPU representative, Karl Caneza focuses on his artwork regardless of the hot weather outside.

DETAILED WORK. Gabriel Valderrama of LSPU creating a smooth and clean poster.

LSPU PIANIST. Sedrich Amoin of LSPU as he perform in instrumental solo competition, piano category.

John Kirby L. Dinglasan

VISUAL ARTIST. LSPU representatives in visual art category with their coaches as they happily finish the competition.

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TOXIC CULTURE. Children as the parents' retirement plan is the toxic filipino culture that LSPU shows off in their heartfelt performance.

STRUM. Celerio plays his music piece “Pangako Sa'yo” as he represents LSPU in Instrumental Solo (Classic Guitar Category) Competition.

KALIWA DAM. Performers of SLSU features the construction of Kaliwa Dam in their emotional short and sweet play entry, earning 2nd place.

BOW STROKE. Manlolo's performance, from OMSC, as she plays “Saan darating ang umaga” made her to the first spot.

DRAMATIC ACT. With the portrayal of Mangyan culture and experiences, OMSC's performers sway the whole theater and earn the bronze medal.

EMCEE. Salas and Cuevas as they serve as the hosts for musical competition - instrumental solo.

AWED. LSPU's participant for instrumental solo (violin), Adefuin, amazed the audience with his music piece “Ikaw ang aking pangarap.”

WINNING PIECE. RSU's Falcan strums his way to nationals as he plays “Dahil sa isang Bulaklak” and wins first place.

ENCOURAGING. RSU delegates show their full support to their fellow performers during the short and sweet play competition.

Aeron John G. Remorin

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LSPU's Castillo ranks 5th in Pencil Drawing 01

By Christian Isaac D. Batralo

...Castillo was able to show his drawing skills with their subject, a basket full of different objects. “[Sabi ni coach sa akin ay] huwag kakabahan at gawin ko lang ang aking makakaya,” the Calamba native stated.

On the other hand, Claire Olpot from Marinduque State College placed fourth, while Plorence Molata of Southern

Luzon State University finished at third.

Cristine Balag of University of Rizal System clinched second, and Rinel Bacarro from Batangas State University placed first, and will represent Southern Tagalog for the upcoming Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC) - Culture and the Arts Festival. ***

STRUM TOGETHER. SLSU’s Dayapan and Pascua, a Bandurria and Classical guitarists strummed “Bahay Kubo” and won gold. ( Aeron John G. Remorin)

RSU, SLSU, OMSC earn gold in string instrument competition

By Jennis R. Maghirang

Romblon State University (RSU), Southern Luzon State University (SLSU), and Occidental Mindoro State College (OMSC) bagged gold in instrumental solo classic guitar, bandurria, and violin, respectively, in Southern Tagalog Regional Association of State Universities and Colleges - Culture and the Arts Festival (STRASUC - CAF) 2022, Nov. 16.

CLASSIC GUITAR Michael Angelo Falcan of RSU showcased his mastery of the classical guitar as his piece “Dahil sa isang bulaklak” won the title for the said category.

Aldrin William Pascua of Southern Luzon State University (SLSU) grabbed the silver medal with his piece “Matudlina”; meanwhile, “Dahil sa isang bulaklak” by Jardeleza Eudichael of Marinduque State University (MSU) took the bronze medal.

BANDURRIA With her music piece “Bahay Kubo,” Johna Lou Dayapan clinched the back-to-

-back championship title for SLSU in the Bandurria category.

Meanwhile, Clorateaimme Borbob of Batangas State University (BSU) placed second with her piece “Cavatina,” and Guinevere Esguerra secured third place for the University of the Philippines Los Banos (UPLB) using her piece “Serenata.”

VIOLIN OMSC successfully bagged the championship title in violin as their representative, Charol Allendale Manlolo, won in the Violin category with her music piece “Saan Darating ang Umaga.”

In addition, the University of Rizal System (URS) landed on second place as Kent Rhigel Andrade played “Gaano Kita Kamahal,” while SLSU placed third with “Rosas” played by Jeremia Capino.

The said first placers would represent the Southern Tagalog in the Philippines Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC) – Culture and the Arts Festival. ***