The Crusader AY Ender Magazine 2016

What’s inside: The Cost of Cost Cutting Think Outside the Bento Box The CDO Press Club

Contents 1 | Editorial 2 | Column 4 | Year in Review 6 | A Not So Silent Sanctuary

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ince its establishment in 1935, TheCrusader Publication has aspired to become the benchmark of student multimedia by publishing issues that inspire critical thinking and providing avenues for intellectual discussion. For the past 80 years, we have pursued Truth through responsible journalism. And we will continue to do so in the succeeding years.

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he past few months saw the majority of the population’s eyes glued to the presidential race of not just our country, but that of the USA’s as well. That is not without its merit, seeing how our choice as a people dictates the policies and plans that would govern the country for the next six years, and that a superpower from across the globe could also turn ripples into waves. However, we should also bring our attention to our local electoral situation. Besides, after all voters have casted their votes and all winners have been sworn to office, it is the local government that has the most direct impact in our daily lives. In the end, our future will greatly depend on the choices we make among the faces plastered on our walls.C Words by Kevin Paul P. Mabul Photo by TheCrusader

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The official student publication of Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan Vol. 42 No. 6 March 2016

Editors Xian Louis Patrick R. Arcayera Editor in Chief, Nitzschia Cassiopiea Beroe A. Lozarita Associate Editor, Keith Obed J. Ruiz Design Editor, Samantha Isabelle H. Bagayas Managing Editor, Andrew Rey L. del Fierro News Editor, Mary Antoniette M. Magallanes Campus Features Editor, Rezza Mae B. Tolinero Local Features Editor, Kevin Paul P. Mabul External Features Editor, Lorenzo A. Botavara Sports Editor, Jericho B. Montellano Graphic Design and Layout Editor, Jigo L. Racaza Photography Editor, Rico M. Magallona Freehand Editor | Finance Officers Jigo L. Racaza Auditor, Maria Gladys B. Labis Senior Finance Manager, Anna Jamela Soraida S. Balindong Junior Finance Manager | Managers Lynette L. Tuvilla Human Resource Manager, Marlon R. Boro Office Manager, Mark D. Rodriguez Circulation Manager, Evan B. Aranas Video Productions Manager, Jo Marie Claire B. Balase Online Accounts Manager, Senior Computer Systems Manager | Staff Writers Nikki Gay Louise P. Amores (Trainee), Merryane Rose S. Bacud (Trainee), Raizah L. Bagul (Trainee), Harmony Kristel D. Balino (Trainee), Mary Therese P. Mole (Trainee), Charissa D.C. Santiago| Staff Artists John Niccolo A. Aquino, Ben Clark B. Balase, Paul Clinton B. Balase, Jamerah Marie M. Balindong (Trainee), Marlon R. Boro, Christian Loui S. Gamolo, Dave Allyster R. Gultiano (Trainee), June Benedict C. Laplana (Trainee), Jinky M. Mejica (Trainee), Jaymar Patana, Khristine Marjorie L. Quiblat (Trainee), Marc Anthony B. Reyes (Trainee), Mark D. Rodriguez, Jan Michael A. Sy, Lynette L. Tuvilla, Rizalyka Joanne M. Waminal (Trainee) Moderator Ms. Ann Catherine Ticao-Acenas For contributions, please address your articles and/or comments to: The Crusader Publication Office, Rm. 302, Student Center Bldg, Xavier University 9000, Cagayan de Oro City Circulation: 7, 000 copies

Editorial

Large Dose of Respect

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e it on television, radio, or other forms of media, it’s become quite normal to witness candidates desperately sell themselves to the public. As they try to win the voters’ hearts, their campaigns usually revolve around common themes – their education background, their personal qualities, and their respective advocacies. However, when this despair steps one notch higher, badmouthing finally comes in handy. Instead of winning the votes by making a good impression, more focus has been given on pulling the other party down.

Apparently, this sensation is not only limited to the candidates themselves; even avid supporters have adapted this unpleasant method.

These followers, more aptly termed as fanatics or devotees, take the meaning of “discussion” to a whole other level.

Armed with their awful puns and senseless remarks, these are the kind of people who spread hate to supporters of another political party. “If you’re not with us, you’re against us,” seems to be an appropriate theme to describe their behavior.

In fact, in a Facebook page created for discussing local politics in Cagayan de Oro, supporters of different parties oppose each other with unwise comments such as, “Bugok ra ang dili mu-botar sa among kandidato,” or “Ga droga ka kay mahadlok man ka mo-botar sa iya,” among others.

A bit harsh, really – horrifying even. To think that supporters who are supposed to influence others via cheerful tactics are instead investing their time and effort to throwing personal, indecent attacks.

Why is there a need to associate demeaning traits to supporters of a certain party? Calling the opposing party stupid or dull is an attack to the person himself; it does nothing but reflect one’s incapacity to utilize his mental faculties well. Just because an individual does not support the same candidate as you do, does not mean you have the right to insult them.

This also does not give you the right to say that you are a better citizen; of course, this principle works for supporters of the opposition, too.

We are living in the peak of democracy and freedom of speech; now’s not the time to regress to nomadic thinking.

How about taking on a fresh perspective and beginning to discuss things intelligently? Surely, with the various information made available through the internet or the degree of civilization that we are experiencing, expressing one’s opinions in an ethical manner shouldn’t be so hard to do. By now, we should have already learned to value other people’s opinions and organize arguments in a logical manner.

In a society filled with diverse people and equally diverse beliefs, we could certainly use a large dose of openmindedness and respect.C

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Kindled Serotonin

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irror, mirror on the wall, who’s the poorest of them all?

If politics was a pageant contest, the question will be, “what is your edge over other candidates?” Some will showcase their plans on livelihoods, others will propose ways to end poverty, and there will be those who will brag about their poor life in their early years.

There is nothing wrong with being poor in the past and wanting to serve the public now.

These politicians have seen the real face of poverty compared to those who were born with a silver spoon in their mouths. Ideally, through their experience, these politicians are more capable of understanding the scenario of having less to none in life; they are the ones most ignited to uplift the conditions of the poor.

However, there are just some candidates who are so desperate to rub their former poor life in our faces. In fact, they become desperate enough to even spend millions on primetime advertisements, just to get the message through: “I was poor before. I can relate with those who are unable eat three times in a day, those with no jobs, those who find it hard to go to school.” It

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Because I was poor is all thanks to these politicians that we, the poor people, are so inspired to run for office soon enough, too.

Wouldn’t it be better if these politicians would boast about their track record and experience instead? Or better yet, equip that record with their educational background and what they have done so far other than their messianic promises.

Because in the realm of politics, what a politician says to sell himself is sometimes true yet often exaggerated.

At this point of our being Filipino, do we still have that mindset wherein we vote for those with the most dramatic lives? How many decades have we been hearing that ever-famous-tagline “Tapusin natin ang kahirapan”? How long will we remain in awe of cliché campaign ads shot at a sari-sari store with pretend-vendors smiling from ear to ear?

Enough is enough. It’s about time we select leaders with knowledge, skills and good intentions over those who say they can relate with the poor.

Otherwise, we shall always remain poor when it comes to making smart choices and informed decisions. C

I (don’t) care

few weeks ago, the internet went abuzz as two major happenings surfaced in the country. First was the controversial “mas masahol pa sa hayop” statement of renowned boxer-turned-politician Manny Pacquaio went viral, and second was when the first ever Presidential Debate stirred varying opinions from the populace.

While it was reassuring to see people, especially the youth, become vocal in their opinions and political views, it was, at the same time, saddening (a bit irritating, actually) to see a few comment how they “do not care” or are “annoyed” by the influx of ideas and sentiments flooding the different media outlets regarding these topics.

At that time, the aforementioned matters were the biggest issues being tackled in the country. If we aren’t going to talk about these substantial topics, what are we going to talk about then? Surely, the hype of comparing AlDub versus Pastillas Girl has long faded, so it’s quite late to talk about that now. Topics such as the ending of a much-watched primetime teleserye or a group of young boys trying to make it into showbiz could be entertaining, but they do not really encourage intellectual discussions.

Perhaps, now is the time to talk about much more significant matters.

With the elections looming in, isn’t now the best moment to make use of the influence, enthusiasm, and voice of the youth? Politics and governance may not be everyone’s cup of tea – but if these matters will greatly affect us in the future, aren’t these issues important enough to deserve a bit of discussion?

It is encouraging to know that as the world adapts to the digital age, the landscape of sociocivic and political participation of the youth has evolved. Moreover, youth involvement in political discussions, has observably improved over time.

However, much more can be done. Let us not limit our ideas and thoughts to the confines of online platforms but rather aspire for our voices to be heard – literally.

A wearisome task you might say, but the truth is, we can start by slowly including politics in daily conversations, talking about politicians’ platforms, and encouraging peers to air their opinions as well.

Much has been said about the young people belonging in the “Me” Generation – selfabsorbed, disengaged, and apathetic. Let’s prove them wrong. C Vol. 42 No. 6 March 2016

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Pocket Strategist

By Lorenzo A. Botavara

fondly remember my early years in elementary school, where everyone had to vote for the Student Council (SC) officers and grade level representatives. Classes were interrupted for 30 minutes as the SC moderator and her minions distributed voting sheets to everyone from first to sixth grade. I had absolutely no idea what to do, let alone who to vote. There was no option to go undecided. I looked around and some of my classmates were playing “GOOO-STOP!” and checked whoever’s name it was their pencil were pointed to. Disgusted at such primitive methods, I checked the names with more complicated spelling.

The recent campus elections remind me a little of the ones in grade school. Everything was perfectly fine, except for the last poll which asked if the voter was in favor of the new changes made to the Magna Carta for Students, an initiative made by the Students’ Rights and Welfare (STRAW).

It was a yes or no question, without room for neutrality. Consequently, it’s expected that a lot of misinformed (or at least under-informed) votes were cast.

To be fair, the posters that STRAW released online contained a link to the PDF file of the entire Magna Carta. However, the document features no way of identifying the changes so advertised.

Surely there are other effective ways of notifying

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aside from merely attaching links that lead to lengthy paragraphs, especially in the current age of “instant.” Infographics and brief outlines will make for an easy read, with changelogs to keep track of the amendments.

If the STRAW coalition seeks the support of the majority, they could bolster their publicity by releasing streams of information long before voting season. At least give voters the choice to opt out of a decision instead of leaving them asking what the big YESs were all about. Come election time, they probably voted “Yes” not knowing what it really meant. Had it been something else – a form of propaganda for instance – it might have led to a pile of trouble. While it is the voters’ responsibility to be critical about what we’re agreeing to, without being handed proper information, we are ultimately deprived from doing so.

The Magna Carta for Students is certainly beneficial. However, the coalition should revise their mode of information dissemination.

Otherwise, they should avoid giving voters the dilemma of having no choice but to either approve or disapprove. If they so strongly want support from the beneficiaries, perhaps STRAW should make their content easy to digest – as their name recalls that of something that makes drinking easy.C

The naked truth

t’s become quite common to see stories and memes on the issue of modesty and the female body. What probably struck me most was a piece about a man comparing the female body to an Ipad; how there is a need to cover it up, not to hide the valuable object but rather to maintain its quality.

The problem with this is not just the slightly restricted perception of self-respect. The real problem is that people are still stuck to comparing women to objects, viewing the female body as mere commodity.

It’s 2016. Don’t you think it’s time to actually see women as human beings with complex personalities than to equate them with objects and confine them to age-old beliefs?

Empowerment, for women, has a myriad of definitions — each accustomed to the modern and the conservative. Some women are empowered by daring cuts and short hemlines while some feel empowered when wrapped behind cloth. This really shouldn’t be such a complicated topic. As in other intangible concepts in life, one’s definition of self-respect doesn’t always remain true to all people. If you believe a woman doesn’t respect

her body when she shows skin, there’s no need to criticize her. There’s no need for you to show your skin, either. You and she are simply different, simple as that.

In the first place, who are we to say whether or not she respects her body? Stripped down or covered up, it doesn’t change the fact that she is still a human being worthy of respect. Hemlines and clothing have nothing to do with respect. While I don’t agree in being bare for the whole world to see, it is important to note that the amount of skin covered is not synonymous to the amount of respect we deserve.

By now, society should not focus on discussing whether a woman fits the narrow definition of the “right woman”, as if choosing another path can make you less of a being. Rather, we should appreciate each one’s uniqueness and provide more opportunities for them to grow and feel empowered. Women should be empowered, not chained to old beliefs.

The naked truth is this: respect isn’t so superficial as to be based on one’s capacity to be conservative. C

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The world was surprised after the United States Supreme Court ruled on legalizing same-sex marriage. The hashtag #LoveWins, which dominated the internet and social media, became the symbol of support to what was considered a victory for the LGBT community.

The Crusader Publication also showed its support for the LGBT community when it changed its profile picture to one with a rainbow-colored finish.

The government-debt crisis in Greece became the main talk of the international community as the country struggled to keep its economy afloat. It was the first developed country which failed to make an International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan repayment.

The College of Agriculture celebrated its 28th annual Manresa Days, emphasizing on the significance of agriculture in people’s lives with its theme, “Agriculture at the Center.”

XU Crusaders survived a last-minute surge from the Mindanao University of Science and Technology (MUST) Mustangs, 9694, in the Bronze medal match of the Cagayan de Oro Basketball Federation games at the MUST Gym.

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Looking forward to the incoming academic year, members of the Xavier University community called on the Spirit's guidance at the annual Red Mass

Hugyaw, the Universitywide General Assembly and Organizational Trip, colored the University with lively cheers and chants. The festivalthemed organizational recruitment drive was a collaborative effort of the Association of ExtraCurricular Organizations (AECO) and the Central Student Government (CSG).

CSG, college council, and extracurricular organization officers participated in the joint oathtaking ceremony and benediction of XU student leaders at the University Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Energetic cheers and heart-stopping actions conquered XU as The Xavier Cup 2015 ensued. With 689 overall points, the College of Engineering Warriors dominated the intramurals scene the second-straight time, sealing it with an uncontested hundredpoint lead.

The Atenista Ako Movement (AAM) launched the Magis Habit, a program geared towards tackling several issues concerning the Magis Canteen.

A photograph of Alan Kurdi, a three-year-old Syrian boy found lifeless on a beach in Turkey, made global headlines which sparked an international response to the growing Syrian refugee crisis.

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Fires from the forests of Indonesia brought about a haze that affected airport operations in Mindanao and Visayas.

Rosanna Lapiz, a lady guard of XU for two years, died during labor due to complications related to severe hypertension.

Lapiz was seven months pregnant with her first child when she was highly advised to go into labor.

A standoff transpired in the City Hall as supporters of Mayor Oscar Moreno gathered in to protest his removal from office. An order from the Court of Appeals effectively ended the standoff, reinstating Moreno as city mayor.

Airport passengers became vigilant against the Laglag-bala modus that was prevailing inside the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).

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Members of the Xavier community had their share of nostalgia during the annual Xavier University Festival Days as the entire festivity – aptly themed “Xavier: Our Common Home” – relived the memorable experiences every person has had in XU. The Crusader Publication opened its “Speak throughout the Ages” photo exhibit and documentary screening, reminiscing the highlights of the Publication’s 80 years of existence.

A Rappler team visited XU to hold “#PHVote Challenge: Cagayan de Oro’s ‪#‎TheLeaderIWant‬”, which discussed about the upcoming elections, placing emphasis in the potential of social media in instigating change.

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OCTOBER As the culminating activity for its Professional Education students, the School of Education held the seminar ‘Prevention is Better Than Cure: A Talk on Drug Abuse Prevention’ at the XU Covered Courts.

XU welcomed the New Year by giving back, launching the ‘Shoe Project for Street People’ (SP4SP) initiative.

The project offers an opportunity for street people of Divisoria, earning them 20 pesos per pair of shoes they shine within the University.

Running on its eighth year, Cinemagis, Northern Mindanao’s Digital Short Film Festival, proudly unveiled 18 short film entries featuring the work of local filmmakers.

As an environmentfriendly University that supports the protection of the environment, XU implemented the Bento Box Policy, a guiding principle which aims to utilize reusable food wares in all XU campuses and satellite offices.

The campus elections concluded with Edison Lacea and Caryl Dablio winning as CSG President and Vice President, respectively.

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here is an air-conditioned haven in the University where you can play board games, skim books, chat with friends at a maximum tolerated volume, or sleep to ease the stress away (and satisfy your lazy bones).

This setting has all the makings of a daycare center, but for young adults. Welcome to “Learning Spaces� – the recently renovated fifth floor of the Annex Library. Like an eyrie that rises above the bustle of university life, the renovated area serves as a venue that fosters higher-level 21st century learning.

But a sanctuary nonetheless True to the thrust of the University to provide an improved learning environment for the XU community, Learning Spaces offers a variety of options on how students would like to study. Aside from seeking to provide students

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with comfort, the place fosters a kind of learning that is most efficient for the students.

Upon entering, the first thing that would catch anyone’s attention are the two largest spaces in the room called the Collaborative Study Areas where students can take a nap, study, discuss, or play board games – basically, whatever they want, as long as they abide by the library regulations.

On the other end, located across the room, is the kiddie corner, featuring hand-shaped chairs and petite wooden tables, where students can also study or discuss. Laptop tables, rolling shelves, and other open areas are also located in different areas which serve students who prefer to study or work alone.

Furthermore, Learning Spaces also features Confab spaces or discussion rooms that cater students who wish to have a group study session. The Confab spaces are on a first-come first-serve reservation basis and are intended for groups of 6-15 people.

Franco John Dayap, temporary substitute of the University Librarian, shares that the design of the fifth floor was mainly guided by the idea of creating a learning environment that adapts to the changing times.

“Those two areas there are formed in the 21st century way of learning which is not limited to pen and paper. That’s why we [also] tolerate a certain amount of noise but we also discourage kung grabe na gyud or excessive na ang noise,” says Dayap.

As the new venue caters to the new breed of 21st century learners, a better avenue for learning is well on its way.

Shelves upon shelves of digital hardbacks Sometimes outdated, the actual hardbound

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reading materials found throughout the lower floors of the building barely reflect the actual array of reading materials the library covers.

To grasp how much the library actually has to offer, one can access the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) – an online bibliography of the available library collection – with a loggedin eLearn account or at the main site of the XU library. A link to the database listed as “Online Catalog” appears on the right side of the eLearn homepage under “Main Menu.”

Among the collection is a long list of online journals with full abstracts that can serve as references for thesis papers and other academic endeavors. The floor’s hard copies include Fr. Miguel Bernad SJ Memorabilia, World Bank Knowledge Development Center, and Filipiniana collections, among others.

Additional library services include PC terminals for research, free printing (students must bring their own bondpapers), and laptop rentals. The fifth floor also serves as the new home of the American Corner conference room, formerly situated at the old library building. ***

While the Learning Spaces staff provides the orientation on-request, there are still a number of students who do not know the full extent of the services that others are already taking full advantage of. Consequently, there are student assistants who, when approached for inquiries, are unsure or do not even know of the existence of a particular service.

In the oftentimes arid and unforgiving desert of the academe, every weary traveler should know of this oasis we are all paying for..C

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avier University is currently facing a financial crisis that has arisen from the implementation of the K-12 program, prompting the institution to reduce manpower to lighten the financial burden. The remedy, however, will be leaving a bitter aftertaste among a number of workers from the lower parts of the chain of command as they are going to be pushed to the sidelines.

Tatang*, a 33-year-old skilled worker from Global Pro, is just one of many who are well aware that they are at the mercy of the University.

With the final call to be announced by June, the waiting game begins.

Introducing Tatang Tatang derives his sole source of income from his job as a custodian. Living with his unemployed wife, father, and three kids doesn’t make it any easier for him to scrape by. With hungry mouths to feed and Php15,000-worth of medication for his father every month, life is still quite difficult to get by – despite having his mother in Japan working as a factory worker.

Before working under the Housekeeping department of Global Pro, Tatang used to work at an Aqua Sweet branch as an “all-around” employee and retained the job for eight years.

Until he had no choice but to abruptly quit when physical complications arose from the physically demanding job. His doctor had advised him to quit before the injury would worsen.

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landed his current job in the University with the help of his church mate. However, there is palpable tension, as the possibility that he could be one of the people dismissed is motive enough for him to start prospecting for fallback options.

Rumor turned reality Last year, reducing manpower was just a mere rumor that flitted around their workplace. The news was then made official sometime on January of this year, when a memorandum was released to the Global Pro employees. In an instant, the department was abuzz especially since the document missed many important details. How many were going to be removed? Will they receive a paycheck when removed? Since January, a total of three skilled workers, all from the Material Recovery Facility, have been dismissed from their obligations.

All Tatang asks for is a last paycheck to soften the blow. “Kung ila (administration) man gani ming kuhaan [og trabaho] or tangtangun, tagaan [unta] mi sa Xavier og pahalipay,” he says. “Maka-save sad sila pero daghan ang mawad’an og trabaho,” he adds.

Although there is a looming possibility that he’ll be part of the people removed, Tatang shares that he is well aware that he can do little to nothing to stand his case. The reality is that the University simply cannot sustain their workers due to the financial deficit.

Instead of allowing anxiety to take him over, Tatang is beginning to think of contingency plans in case he is one of the unlucky people. He plans

Silver linings Despite the many reasons to be down in the dumps, there are some things that can’t help but make Tatang smile. When asked about his biggest dream for his three children, he readily answers: to be able to obtain a college degree.

“Gusto gyud ko nga maka lampos gyud sila sa pangiskwela. Ako gyud silang istoryahan nga paningkamot gyud mo,” he shares. He believes that with education, one can easily move up to the ladder of success despite the hardships one is born in.

Aside from his dreams for his children, another reason for Tatang to smile is the fond memories he has collected during his stay here in the University. In the entirety of his eighthour job, there is one activity that he considers as his favorite, which they dub as “pullout”. This afternoon activity is usually a variety of odd jobs, from moving the lockers to new locations or simply cleaning the renovated buildings. During the pullouts, Tatang admits that it’s too easy to forget the fatigue - just by being with the right people, laughing at funny, inside jokes. *** The inevitability of people at the bottom part of the organization getting cut from their jobs is a result of the social construct of hierarchy.

Although this cannot be helped from happening, what can be helped is easing the manner in which these people are dismissed from their jobs.

Paychecks, as well as assistance in finding new sources of income, does wonders in cushioning the blow more than anyone can even begin to imagine. C *Name withheld for the purpose of anonymity Vol. 42 No. 6 March 2016

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Packing up the pros The Bento Box policy, in line with the University’s commitment to become an ecologically-friendly campus, aims to utilize reusable food wares and lessen the huge amount of waste generated in the University. It is thus in lieu of using paper plates, plastic and paper bags, which contribute much to the campus’ waste.

A month after its implementation, a number of students have already acknowledged the positive impact of the policy. “In the previous years, the canteen has been very dirty because of the paper plates and disposables,” shares MA English student Marion Toledo. According to her, the policy serves as a form of training to students. “It actually help the students’ consciousness when it comes to cleanliness here in the canteen,” she adds.

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According to Office of the Student Affairs (OSA) Director Ivanell Subrabas, ever since the implementation of the project, it has not received any major complaints. To be sure of how the populace truly feels about the policy. They are planning to conduct a survey with a reliable method and sample size.

Unwrapping the cons There have been disadvantages, however, in terms of canteen sales. “Ang amo lang na-get so far na feedback from the canteen management na as we expected already, mag-drop gyud ang sales,” states Subrabas. The cause of the drop in sales is probably the fact that some students were discouraged to patronize the new policy due to the tedious steps in borrowing a bento box, such as leaving the ID or paying a deposit fee of Php50.

Another problem is the students’ misunderstanding; some are hesitant to borrow, thinking that they had to rinse the bento boxes after borrowing. There is actually no need to do so; one only needs to simply return the bento boxes to the in-charge so they can claim their IDs. In addition, canteen workers are having a hard time accommodating students, especially during lunch time. They often get confused regarding the claiming of IDs because there are a lot of students depositing theirs upon borrowing bento boxes. Thus, it takes time to find one’s ID when claiming.

Despite all these setbacks, the canteen personnel are actually focused on the brighter side. “The canteen [staff] is very appreciative in the program because even nag-drop [ang sales], daghan other concerns ang canteen nga naaddress,” shares Subrabas.

The first problem addressed by the Bento Box policy is the constant disappearance of the borrowed plates and utensils, as borrowers usually leave these items wherever they prefer.

“Now, because of bento box, ila gyud e-keep kay ila man e-return para makuha nila ilang ID,” he adds. Another problem solved is the huge amount of leftovers and wastes left unattended by the students. With the new policy, the amount of waste generated in the canteen has reduced.

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As one of the most important facilities inside the school, the Magis canteen is definitely set for numerous improvements. In fact, according to Subrabas, the XU community will eventually witness a more organized Magis canteen in only a few months; sturdy tables will be rearranged and strictly-defined entry and exit points will be established.

In the University’s drive to improve its services – especially within the canteen – the Bento Box policy can be considered as a new, inventive progress. Whether it meets its goals or not, ultimately depends on the community’s compliance.C

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ven in the past, waste management has been a persistent problem in the University, particularly in the Magis canteen. To address this issue, a creative policy has been crafted and implemented on February 15: the Bento Box policy.

As one of the newest policies to have been realized, the use of bento boxes when eating remains a fresh endeavor in the University.

Though the project has yet to reach its first month after its initial implementation, like other projects and programs, it has already earned both negative and positive feedbacks from the Xavier University (XU) community.

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FOR WHAT IT’S WORTH, WHATEVER I SAID DURING THE CAMPAIGN, HOLD ME ACCOUNTABLE FOR EVERYTHING

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or many years, students have been yearning for a better and more accountable Central Student Government (CSG). While some would argue that the preceding administration satisfied the XU community’s longing, an equally respectable number would say otherwise.

As the school year comes to a close, it is time to take a glimpse of the upcoming CSG president and what he has to offer.

Visions After exposing himself on various political campaigns during this years’ Botar Atenista, Union of Students for the Advancement of Democracy – Xavier University (USAD-XU)’s Presidential bet Edison Lacea is XU’s newly elected CSG President for Academic Year 2016-2017, having amassed 2,062 out of the 3,626 votes casted this campus election season.

More than possessing the guts of a fighter, the third year Business Administration student is determined to bag his goals, stressing three main agendas for the next administration: “A CSG which is much more responsive to the needs of the student body, a CSG which is stronger in a sense that it will assure forth stronger student representation and hopefully also strong services, and a CSG which is also accountable.”

Ideals and deliverables Lacea believes that one of the reasons why some students do not find an interest in student governance is because of a “lack of means to meaningfully participate in the political process. Like people are being shut out [from the] government, things like that, and [that] they don’t know what’s going on.”

By making minutes of meetings and other CSG documents available to the public, he believes that students will be more involved in the planning process if they are armed with the information they needed to make smart decisions.

Furthermore, he hopes for a more visible

government by expanding their services that have a more direct connection with the student body, such as the Tindahan ng CSG that would offer free printing and projector rentals if the budget allows for it. The Student Rights and Welfare (STRAW) department, responsible for defending students from any form of oppression, violence, and mistreatment, will be strengthened and be more visible as well.

Lastly, Lacea believes that student leaders will function more if an Ombudsman Bill will be passed.

When in effect, the forthcoming law would not only indict negligent student leaders, but would also serve as an encouragement for them to go beyond what is required in their respective fields. This is one of Lacea’s specific outputs in terms of policy objectives which he hopes would be passed by the end of the academic year.

Onwards Having Caryl Dablio as his CSG vice president from the opposing party does not deter him from continuing his agenda. “Well in the end, who am I to question the will of the people? They elected Caryl and although I endorse JM (GABAY VicePresidential bet), of course I am very open to work with Ms. Dablio. And I’m looking forward to it,” says Lacea.

He leaves the assurance that his collaboration with Dablio would greatly benefit the XU community. Although admittedly, he shares that they disagree on matters such as the appointment of an Ombudsman, reforming the CSG Constitution, and providing financial support to campus political parties.

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Being chosen as this year’s highest-ranking student leader, Lacea, a fighter with a dedicated character towards leadership, boldly takes on the stage to see his vision turned into reality. “For what it’s worth, whatever I said during the campaign, hold me accountable for everything,” he confidently states.C Vol. 42 No. 6 March 2016

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Overcoming barriers When asked regarding her future work relationship with elected CSG President Edison Lacea, Dablio says that their clashing principles will not hinder her from realizing her ideals. Despite belonging to different political parties, Dablio acknowledges the opinions of Lacea.

“I-open nako akong mind, kana lang jud. I will consider the visions of my president kay dili ko pwede nga mutalikod sa iyaha,” she opines.

Dablio believes that by working hand in hand with everyone, including the student body, they could build a better CSG.

*** Her thirst for transparency, along with her disappointment in student apathy, motivates Dablio to push through her limits and step up her game. To be able to challenge the status quo and bring about the much needed changes in the system, she swears to always be mindful to every student’s need.C

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Thorough student representation Dablio believes that the role of representatives is crucial when it comes to lobbying the students’ concerns to the CSG. Armed with her platform, Dablio intends to focus on the proper formation of every college year-level representative through proper training and constant follow-ups.

She proposes that the year-level representatives be required to attend a forum conducted in the start or in the middle of the semester. This aims to empower the young leaders with the necessary knowledge needed for efficient representation. She also plans to hold “Kapihan with the Year-level Representatives” every first Friday of the month, aiming to encourage the representatives to converse with the Vice President and lobby the students’ problems.

For the policy and law-making function of the CSG, Dablio plans on meeting with the Directorate twice a month to relay updates on what the Legislative Branch is working on. Effective resolutions and bills which address the students’ concerns will also be regulated.

“Putting individual drop-boxes every building, creating a text-poll or a hotline, and creating a social media account is a systematic way for students to lobby their concerns. This will be effective with the help of the representatives,” Dablio adds.

Efficient dissemination Aside from effective representation, implementing an institutionalized system for information dissemination is a must for Dablio. “I have to always bear in mind that dili sala sa mga students nganong dili sila interesado sa student government. It is CSG’s fault because of improper information dissemination,” she opines. Through the year-level representatives passing information to their co-year-levels, she believes that faster and wider information dissemination will then be easily attainable.

She also believes that creative strategies of spreading information should be formulated to attract the attention of more students. “Mag-himo ta’g mga videos [and] pictures with information but at the same time they’re very student friendly; student-friendly in a sense that these information can be easily understood by the students,” Dablio suggests.

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ueled with a searing determination to bring transparency and visibility, Caryl Mae Dorothy Dablio seized the vice presidential seat of the Central Student Government (CSG).

Despite the limited campaign time and the medical circumstances that made her miss opportunities for exposure such as Meet the Press and Miting de Avance, Dablio knows that she gave it her all to woo the entire student body.

“I will really promise to make the Directorate [and] the Office of the Vice President very visible to everyone, as much as possible,” she boldly states.

The junior Chemistry student has been politically inclined since her high school years. This, however, is her biggest challenge yet.

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range, purple or yellow—this time, choosing involves more than selecting which color suits one best. This time, choosing a color is about deciding who could provide the leadership that the Kagay-anons direly need.

As creative minds who are yearning to speak and are constantly active in social media, it is only right for the youth to examine the leaders who have pledged their desire in serving the city. For all we know, their plans and decisions directly affect the people and with that, one should opt to take the full responsibility in picking the right color to paint the city’s future.

One way to select and elect these men who promise change and development in the city is by knowing them more — their background, achievements, plans, and the issues they have been into, if there are any.

Oca Yellow Oscar “Oca” Moreno, the incumbent mayor of Cagayan de Oro, had a clear idea of how he wanted to foster change when his term began in 2013.

The city has witnessed the traces of change brought about by the eight-point agenda of the yellow administration. First in line was the HAPSAY Dalan project which brought both mayhem and discipline in the city. Under which, traffic rules and regulations have been religiously enforced specifically the strict use of pedestrian lanes and collection of traffic fines.

Moreno has also focused on improving the state of education in the city. In two years’ time, Moreno has paved way for the construction of around 250 classrooms in different secondary schools in the city and about 45 classrooms in various elementary schools.

Health has also been one of his strong advocacies. He paved the way for the rehabilitation of the JR Borja Memorial Hospital and several health centers.

However, Moreno’s term was not a bed of roses as he also had his fair share of hurdles in his administration. Towards the end of his term, the mayor faced a nearly permanent dismissal after confronting a graft complaint for allegedly cutting the taxes of Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation.

The Ombudsman found Moreno guilty of the charge, reasoning that the non-authorization from the City Council violates the Local Government Code. Moreno, however, was reinstalled as city mayor a few days later after the Court of Appeals issued a “status quo ante”, granting the mayor a 60-day reprieve.

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After a roller-coaster 3-year term, we can look forward to the continuation of Moreno’s present projects if the Kagay-anon populace once again entrusts the mayoral seat to him.

Hopefully, the city can expect a wider and more comprehensive implementation of one of

his flagship projects, HAPSAY Dalan. As of press time, the painting of yellow boxes has reached the Cogon Market Area, and the streets of Velez and Capistrano, although the presence of RTA personnel in the area is not as prominent as that in Divisoria.

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Moreno promises sustainability and further improvement for the city. However, the yellow administration will have a hard time keeping up to its promises if it would face the same thorns it had in the past term – a differently-colored City Council that refuses to cooperate.

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Dongkoy Purple Vicente “Dongkoy” Emano pioneered his rise to power when he ran and took office as Tagoloan’s town mayor during the Martial Law era. At this point of political history, Emano exhibited his signature doctrine of being an advocate for human rights, as he

publicly opposed then-President Ferdinand Marcos, following his disappointment with PHIVIDEC’s demolition of residential houses in his hometown.

When Corazon Aquino took the presidential seat in 1986, Emano was appointed as the Officerin-Charge of Misamis Oriental, and two years later,

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he was elected as the governor of the same province, with a record-breaking winning margin in both his wins as a governor and mayoral candidate.

Emano’s rule over Cagayan de Oro began when he won the mayoral position in 1998, holding his ground for three terms, the maximum number of succeeding terms on the same post the law allows. In 2007, he won Vice Mayor and returned for another win in the 2010 elections as Mayor.

One of Emano’s major contributions is the modernization and transition of the telephone system in Misamis Oriental from a cross-bar system to a digital one in 1993. Emano was also a mediator of Panaghi-usa, a ceasefire truce made in 1986 between the government and the Communist Party of the Philippines (CCP), National Democratic Front (NDF), and New People’s Army (NPA). This move earned him his name as the peacemaker of Misamis Oriental.

His term, however, was not without flaws. The events during his 2010 term have been considered as some of the defining moments that led to his political downfall. Along with the mishandling of the Sendong situation, there have been allegations of corruption, rising crime rate, illegal mining, and poor traffic management that contributed to his defeat in the 2013 elections.

Nevertheless, Emano has set his sights once again at the seat he held dear for over a decade.

Spearheading the Padayon Pilipino party, he aims to realize a ten-point agenda based on his “PADAYON VYE” slogan: “Peace and order, Agriculture and environmental sustainability, Development of growth centers, Advancement of education and technology, Year-long tourism festivals, Organized and participative governance, Nutrition and medical programs, Vibrant economy, Youth, women, and

barangay empowerment, and Emancipation of the Poor.”

One of his promises is the re-establishment of the iconic yet widely criticized night café.

Rufus Orange Congressman Rufus Rodriguez carries with him a track record of academic excellence and political interest. He entered the UP College of Law in 1976 and graduated with flying colors – ranking 7th in the entire batch. In 1995, he graduated Magna Cum Laude in his Master of Laws studies at Columbia School of Law in New York City.

His journey as a public servant began in the 1980 local elections, when he was elected as the number one Board Member of Misamis Oriental – this while he was still a senior law student. He took the 1981 Bar Exams and placed 17th with an average of 86%. He also served as Vice-Governor of Misamis Oriental from 1984 to 1986. He began representing the Second District of Cagayan de Oro City in the Congress beginning in 2007. He is known for leading the passage of Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) as chairman of the ad hoc committee in the House of Representatives.

Now that Rodriguez has his eyes on the mayoral seat, he and his Centrist Democratic Party of the Philippines (CDP) running mates envision an across-the-board bolstering of living conditions in the city, especially in terms of infrastructure and public-utility services. Nearly every section of his 10-point platform mentions the construction of new buildings, improvement of ones which already exist, or the establishment of a certain public facility.

Under “Health”, they visualize the construction of City District Hospitals in Lumbia (1st District) and Tablon (2nd District), a 100 percent capacity

increase of the Northern Mindanao Medical Center (from 300 beds to 600), and establishment of mental health facilities.

Education will also be made more accessible for the average citizen with the institution of a City Public College similar to that of Lipa, Batangas.

Cagayan will also have a potentially creative yet practical solution for its recurring traffic woes. Land transportation will find a well-needed relief with the help of a river taxi project and a comprehensive traffic education program. Perhaps one of the more immediately-felt services conceptualized by the lineup among the community will be the reconstruction of the City Amphitheatre in Divisoria, which will serve as an additional venue for concerts, public gatherings, and other events.

Beyond the colors Whether it may be orange, purple or yellow, KKP-SIO Director Nestor Banuag Jr. says that what the city needs the most is a leader with “more inclusive kind of leadership, willing to partner beyond partisan, and beyond colors.” He states that if politics overlap the leadership of an elected candidate, there is a high tendency of it becoming an obstacle in meeting the plans for development in the city.

Furthermore, he mentioned three, equally important qualities that a local leader should have: (1) a leader who can listen, (2) a leader that can engage in a dialogue rather than debates, and (3) a leader who can sustain discussing the gray areas rather than the black and white. He points out the importance of having a leader who is willing to compromise and participate in dialogues, regardless of the political party that they belong to.

Banuag is aware that there are still politicians who have different intentions other than serving the public. “As a part of [the] academe, we play a vital role in molding the minds of the citizens,” he stresses. In order to do this, the youth themselves, must know all about the aspiring candidates of the government seats in their cities.

*** There are six mayoral candidates for Cagayan de Oro City, but these three colors represent the three personalities carrying the biggest weight in the coming elections. We have to give some attention to our local electoral situation too – as choosing the right mayor is as critical as choosing the right president. After all, it is the local government that has the most direct impact in our daily lives. C Sources: Cagayan de Oro. “8-Point Agenda.” (http://www.cagayandeoro.gov.ph) Cagayan de Oro. “City Mayor.” (http://www.cagayandeoro.gov.ph) Central books. “Atty. Rufus B. Rodriguez.” (http://www.central.com.ph).

Inquirer.net. “Survivors of ‘Sendong’ reject Emano.” (http://newsinfo.inquirer.net) Mindanews. “Moreno defeats incumbent Emano in CDO.” (http://www.mindanews.com) Sun Star. “Cagayan de Oro mayor dismissed.” (http://www.sunstar.com.ph)

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Cries of defiance COPC amplifies its advocacies through the use of various media and efforts. Gomez explains that the organization has members holding key positions in almost all media outlets in Cagayan de Oro. When an obvious injustice befalls the organization, it makes a stand by staging a demonstration and maximizing the reach of media to the people. “The press club has been very active in staging demonstrations, meaning we make noise when there’s a threat to freedom.

Then you see the members of the press club going to the streets to demonstrate. And then we make use of our strength, which is media,” adds Gomez.

This demonstration was most evident in the first presidential debate hosted by the Philippine Daily Inquirer and GMA 7 on February 21. The event caused a stir when news broke out about the

organizers’ allocation of only five slots to local journalists and newspaper reporters. The COPC released a statement, calling the limitation “an affront to the local press community.”

This bold move resulted in an increase in the number of slots for local journalists and newspaper reporters to 25. It also led to a lawsuit filed by Rappler against Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Chair Andres Bautista for hindering local news organizations by granting exclusive media rights.

Aside from that, the COPC continuously calls for justice for the slain journalists by lighting candles at the Press Freedom monument and holding a communal prayer every 23rd day of the month. This has been a long-standing tradition of the COPC since 2009, in light of the Maguindanao massacre on November 23. *** Although news stories often feature society’s own heroes and villains, it’s important to, every once in a while, recognize the storytellers kept busy in the sidelines. Hiding behind the glory of the byline, the camera, and the microphone are the journalists who find joy and fulfilment in bringing the truth to the people.

Though this truth may come in many forms — from mundane thefts to allegations of graft and corruption— the press will always find a way to word it right. C Sources: Mindanews. “Cagayan de Oro Press Club: Respect the local press community”. (http://www.mindanews.com) Mindanews. “Cagayan de Oro press to Pres. Debate organizers: ‘thanks, but no thanks’”. (http://www.mindanews.com).

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“something that is advocating for causes related to public information, press freedom, to freedom of expression, freedom of speech.”

Though not all journalists are required to join the organization, COPC Board Member Cong Corrales believes that being part of the club can give better security measures, including an arrangement of a pooled coverage.

“There is a reign of impunity directed against the press. […] So belonging to a crowd, having camaraderie and solidarity with other [people], parang support system and parang security na rin,” he explains.

The organization also has its own code of ethics, created specifically by its members to fit accordingly to the coverage conditions in Cagayan de Oro.

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ommonly regarded as the watchdogs of society, the press holds a major role in presenting the truth to the community.

Cagayan de Oro is home to one of the oldest press organizations in the Philippines.

With voices made louder in broadcasting and words made clearer in print, the Cagayan de Oro Press Club (COPC) continually displays how the press can make great changes simply through accuracy, impartiality, and determination – they’ve been at it for 65 years now.Behind the scenes Established in 1951 by journalists in print media, the COPC is a year older than the National Press Club of the Philippines. Despite varying forms of media used by the journalists, the Press Club aims to offer a sense of belongingness to its members, bringing together a group of people with similar interests and goals in one setting.

Although the organization was created by only a handful of people, it now has over a hundred members.

The organization originally consisted of print journalists before it expanded to include individuals delving in radio and television broadcasting in the 1960s. Currently, the organization has members that represent print and broadcast journalism in the city. As the organization gradually strengthened in number, its members realized its existence was more than just a mere gathering of CDO journalists; it had the potential to play a bigger role in the community.

“Eventually we started to rethink the purpose of the club. It was time for us to fight for the causes of press freedom, media issues, [and] public information,” shares COPC Corporate Secretary Herbie Gomez. From a mere club, Gomez states that the org has become

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veryone in the huge circle could smell the anticipation in the air.

The stars are lit up and the faint smell of smoked cow limbs flutters across the gathering. The young tribal men had put up the camp fire for supper, but the people didn’t come for a meal. Something special is to happen in the assembly. Rumors say it wouldn’t be a collection of bugtong (riddles) tonight; nor would it be sawikains (proverbs) or tanagas (short poems).

Finally, their tall and burly leader steps forward and invokes the anitos with eyelids closed, and the people join in.

Feigning participation, their eyeballs roam under their lashes in search of a particular “someone else”. And there he was, covered in the most beautiful marks the tribe had ever known.

The Poet has come, and a 16th century Filipino poetry night begins.

Half a millennium later Vel Marie “Mai” Santillan was going over Facebook on a regular February day when she thought about attending a poetry night. She had just read “When I was 12, my mother slapped me” at the English 91.1 Practicum class event called “Recite Night” for a good friend of hers – an English professor in the University – Abigail James. Santillan also read excerpts at the Vagina Monologues, a Xavier Center for Culture and the Arts’ (XCCA) Panaghugpong 6 event that month in 2014.

“Nakita nako nga daghan kaayo talent.

[Sa] Xavier palang. Daghan kaayo nagperform [at the Recite Night and Vagina Monologues] ug originals as well as published and performed na worldwide works,” she muses. Compelled and inspired, Santillan posted a status inquiry searching for a local poetry night. Immediately, a friend told her about a place that would want to hold such an event. She was then assigned to the handle the very task.

With 16 readers, four musicians, and a 10-peso entrance fee, she and her friends were able to put up a good poetry night at Chaibodia Bistro and Café in TianoMontalban streets on February 28, 2014.

Thirty people – performers and audience together – barely fit the rented venue.

When demands outgrow expectations What was expected to be a one-time event turned out to be an anticipated show.

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night, Santillan decided to chair a group of people who share the same passion for poetry. They decided to name the group, “Nagkahiusang Mambabalak sa Cagayan de Oro (NAGMAC)”.

As the number of spectators rose to 50, the poetry nights were set to happen every other month, since finding a venue for a huge event turned out to be tough. Still, every poetry night was a pleasant surprise, luring more and more people in.

In fact, during the first year anniversary show, Santillan found herself at Centrio Mall, busy with preparations. The expected audience of 80 doubled to 160, with an upstair audience from the second and third floors. Twenty readers performed and five musicians played at the gathering.

It was on February of this year when CDO Poetry Night finally found a home at Chingkeetea in Pabayo-Hayes Streets.

United poets turned writers With 21 members, NAGMAC, as Nagkahiusang Mambabalak, has now evolved to Nagkahiusang Magsusulat ng Cagayan de Oro. According to Organizing Member Alton Dapanas, the reason behind the change was to expand their scope beyond poetry. “We also want to include essayists, fictionists, playwrights,” he explains.

This summer, NAGMAC will host a writers’ workshop for members and creative writing classes for everyone every Saturday of May. Moreover, they are aiming to produce a spoken-word album.

In the long run, the organization is planning to complete the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) registration in order to be recognized by the National Center for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).

They also plan to partner with various publications to strengthen literary bonds, invite prospective members, aid high schoolers in forming literary groups, teach children how to write, and conduct their first regional workshop in the city.

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Through the enduring efforts of NAGMAC, we are given an idea of the swiftness with which the literary scene of Cagayan de Oro’s is progressing. The once scattered artifacts now come together as a united, striking exhibit. As they continue to paint the city’s literary scene, may we not forget to look up to our forefathers who once celebrated the beauty of poetry and literature under the blanket of stars.C Vol. 42 No. 6 March 2016

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Three options Bukidnon is known to house seven ethnic tribes, all currently living within the boundaries of their hometown. However, the province has also been rumored to house the notorious rebel group New People’s Army (NPA). “Giingon man nga ang Bukidnon, matod pa sa military, maoy mas konsentrado sa NPA kon diri sa atong rehiyon itandi sa Misamis Oriental,” says Kalumbay Lumad Organization Regional Chairperson Datu Jomorito Guaynon.

When the military conducts combat operations, they stay in the lumads’ houses, schools, and barangay halls temporarily before regulating census from the Lumads. “Mangutana dayon sila kung kinsa tong mga Lumad nga sigeg apil ug

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martsa rally, mga gasinggit ug tawhanong katungod, mga anti-development, mao dayun to ilang ginakumbinsi nga ipa-surrender,” Guaynon shares. Those who do not surrender to the military are automatically considered as NPAs. This conflict has been the root of the Lumad killings.

Lumads are either recruited and trained for the paramilitary or are killed because of their refusal to surrender. Some of the Lumad tribes who were forced to surrender are placed under Magahat, Alimaong, and Alamara — paramilitary groups used by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) against the NPA. Due to the pressure brought by these actions, the Lumads’ last defense is evacuation. They evacuate not only to ensure their safety, but to also reach out to the government; they are trying to relay their sentiments as well as the realities happening within the Lumad community. On January of this year, 300 individuals belonging to 57 families from St. Peter, Malaybalay, Bukidnon, camped on the Capitol grounds for evacuation.

The evacuees requested the armed groups to pass by their communities without any conflict.

Unfortunately, three Lumad tribe members were killed by the paramilitary for insubordination.

Insurgence Most of the lands in Davao and Bukidnon which are owned and considered sacred by the Lumads, are rich in minerals and other resources. These are what mining companies and plantations are rooting for as an alleged

leap towards development and expansions. The Lumads, however, disagree to this plan as they are forced to surrender their ancestral domain in exchange for a sum of money. Their ancestral domain serves as their home; without it, they have nowhere else to go. Thus, the insurgence against the military results to the killing of their fellow tribe members. Guaynon clarifies that the Lumads are not anti-development. What they want is a real development in which they can also benefit and stay in their own land. “Gusto lang man mi nga gawasnon ug malinawon ang pagpuyo sa mga lumad. Kana bitaw’ng makatabang sa katawhan nga development,” Guaynon opines.

He also explains that some Lumads have chosen to surrender to the military. One example is a Datu from Zamboanga who signed the memorandum that entrusted him 10% of the royalty tax. However, upon starting the operation, he stopped receiving his part of the truce. This is one of the reasons why the Lumads do not yield to the wishes of the military because they are not given what they deserve.

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ormer President Lumadhave continued to prevail despite the urgent call for peace throughout the whole country, especially in Mindanao. Due to this inhumane ethnocide, Lumadhave long been ing — a problem which is often heard in various multimedia but remains unsolved throughout the years.

The problem has also worsened with the continuous rise of death rates and evacuees.

Attempts to alleviate the issue have been made, such as the promotion of awareness using the hashtag #StopLumadKillings on social media, but only a few people understand the entire situation.

A harsh reality exists behind the hashtag: caught in a crossfire between the National People’s Army (NPA) and the military, the Lumads face a drastic drop in their number.

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ue to misconceptions that have existed for centuries, several religions have long been maligned and wrongfully judged. One religion that has been a constant victim of prejudice is Islam – perhaps the most popular misconception is the constant association of the religion to terrorism.

However, little by little, another religious denomination has become an unlikely victim of prejudice. With convictions judged as oldfashioned and their doctrines condemned inapplicable, more and more people now turn their disdainful stares towards the Christians.

An answer to hypocrisy A common prejudice against Christians is their alleged hypocrisy. In social media discussions focusing on religion, Christians are often described as pretentious believers – the things they say and what they do don’t always go together. One concrete example might be old women who never miss a single Sunday mass, but when they gather together, all they do is gossip about their neighbors. Another might be a devout Christian who claims to follow “the way of Christ”, but does not think twice about judging and condemning the non-religious.

Though they may appear as isolated cases, these instances, among others, have earned Christians the title of hypocrites.

Biology student Karen Mortera shares how there were times when she saw her Christian friends

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as hypocrites. Though she was born to a Jewish family, she saw the devotion of many Christians to be remarkable. However, she has constantly experienced a form of mockery from some of her peers upon finding out that she was a Jew. She observed how some Christians exhibit hypocrisy, insulting other religions as if Christianity is the only way to salvation. “Someone even rubbed it to my face that my religion is wrong as well as other religions and their teachings because as they say, all other religions are a product of false prophecy,” she shares.

Regarding the sinfulness of Christians, Business Administration student Myles Rubio presents a neutral answer. For her, no religion should be tainted by the fact that its followers have sinned. Though Christians may be following Christ, she admits everyone, as humans, commits lapses and eventually fail at being Christ-like at all times.

Clinging despite liberalism Another major stereotype against Christians is their constant clinging to their doctrine. In a world continuously adapting to things which were once considered taboo, the Christians are said to be left behind by the times. As they are known for following the Bible verses and their messages, they have been dubbed as homophobic and narrow-minded, among others.

However, English student Eunice Baliong, believes that there is nothing wrong in following

the Bible. For her and her fellow Baptists, it is hurtful to see the Bible being constantly mocked, especially with people referring to it as “a mere compilation of verses written by men.” “The Bible is always being sullied and mocked in social media and other platforms. He (the Almighty Christian God) never makes a mistake. That’s why I accept the Bible as the absolute authority in the life of a Christian regardless of what century he lives [in],” she opines.

As Christians, growing up in a more liberal society that usually contradicts their beliefs is truly difficult. However, despite the ongoing insults against them and their doctrine, many Christians still choose to cling on to their faith. Amidst having their faith and beliefs spat on, the “true” Christians respond to such hate with love and not bigotry.

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Though many individuals may associate one’s being open-minded to beliefs that are supported by science, it is also important to be open to one’s idea of spiritual formation. This may or may not involve a God but it doesn’t make the practice any less important to a person. Perhaps it is important to note that engaging in debates about which religious denomination is better, makes no worthwhile progress in both parties.

Accepting one’s differences and practicing your own version of religion should be up to the person involved. After all, there is not one way to better understand the ways of the universe.C

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ue to popular demand, we are releasing the third installment of The Cruchever, the first and only reliable lampoon magazine in Mindanao [citation needed]. With the proliferation of “trending news portals” and a plethora of fake stories, I’m sure most of you can already pick out what is true from the endless sea of bogus articles on the internet and in print.

If you are the type of person who takes things literally and does not appreciate satire, well this magazine is not for you.

What? You don’t know what satire is?

Oh boy.

Anyway, just read on. By the time you finish sifting through TheCruchever’s pages you’ll have a deep understanding of society’s ills that plague modern life as we know it.

To the new age of campus satire!

Cora Contrabida

Editor-in-Chief, TheCruchever

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h, here we are again. After six years, it’s finally time to elect a new president.

A lot of you peasants have been flooding me with questions like, “Cora, who’s your president? Are you pro-Duterte? Do you think Binay uses papaya soap? What should we consider when voting?”

Hush now, low lives. I know you have always wanted my advice on such trivial matters like the national elections. Worry not. I shall give you an easy-to-follow criteria that will certainly guide you in the upcoming polls.

1. Attractiveness (50%) First of all, our leaders should look attractive.

Who would want to follow someone who looks like the spawn of Lucifer and a frog? Hence, the reasonable weight of this criteria. If we had a mestizo president with a model-like stature (read: Canada’s Prime Minister) then everyone, regardless of age or gender, will immediately obey orders. Hence, the more attractive the president, the higher the level of discipline that is instilled.

When he says “Okay, Filipinos. I think we should adopt one-child policy,” he’d say it in such an alluring way that even the largest religious group in the country couldn’t help but agree.

Imagine how easy life in the Philippines would be.

2. Congeniality (20%) In the many years that I’ve served as a parttime spy, I have learned the importance of having a friendly head-of-state. He should have strong cheek bones (you know, for those long hours of faking smiles with other ASEAN country presidents) and zero to little knowledge in foreign policy.

Simply put, if China wants the Spratley Islands or Scarborough Shoal then, by all means, our president should humbly surrender our territories to show a gesture of friendship.

He should even invite the Chinese President to an expensive dinner in Malacañang and offer other islands in the country as well.

“Hey, China! You want Sulu? How about Palawan? Oh, you want Camiguin? Sure!” Ha ha.

I could only imagine the glory we will earn when that day comes, as we are going to form a strong bond with our friendly neighbor, China.

3. Fame (20%) It is also very important for the president to be well-known. An ideal president could be the brother of a morning show host, or the daughter of a late action star, or maybe

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even the husband of a broadcaster! That way, our president can easily propagate advocacies and campaigns through various forms of multimedia.

Personally, I think Manny Pacquiao would make a good president, given that he’s famous even around the globe. Doing government promotions after his fight could be highly effective! Just imagine your president — topless, sweaty, and bruised — talking about advocacies inside a boxing ring. “Umm, you know, I would like to take this opportunity to ask the Filipinos to ban homosexuality,” he says in an exhausted and shaky voice. Oh, I can feel the Pinoy pride gushing through my veins right now.

Too bad he’s only running for the Senate, huh.

4. Religiousness (7%) Does this still need an explanation?

I think we should vote for someone who can quote a Bible verse without having to google it, or someone who gives out slippers and donations (with his face on the plastic bags) out of his love for the Almighty. After all, we are a predominantly Christian country. The Church and State should not be separated.

5. Intelligence (3%) This last criteria is debatable; some of my friends say we can omit this but I believe that this is somehow still important. After all, I’ve read in an online article that an educated president forms educated countrymen.

Though I don’t think having an intelligent president is as important as having an attractive one, I have got a gut feeling that we need an intelligent leader just because.

Lately, the presidentiables have been bickering over their educational attainments, comparing who’s studied more, who’s graduated from where and whatnot. Who cares if he’s a law graduate or a doctor of philosophy? If he’s intelligent enough to be able to read and write then I think he’s good to go.

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There you have it, guys! Your foolproof guide to choosing the right president. Since I’ve spent my precious time coming up with this criteria, I am hoping that you will follow through and make the right choice this May. If by any chance you still end up undecided after reading this, I can no longer give you any advice other than that from the famous, former sexy star, senator-wannabe Alma Moreno: “Dasal lang. Dasal lang talaga.”C Vol. 42 No. 6 March 2016

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STC 2nd floor to accept trash from Zayas Landfill

By Dora D. Explorer

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n an attempt to alleviate the problems involving the Zayas landfill, the University has volunteered to serve as a mini-landfill come June this year. Xavier Bureau of Anti-Hugaw Organization (X-BAHO) Director Isko Bido, along with members of the Board of Trustees (BOT), signed the memorandum of agreement on February 31.

According to Bido, the University is only fulfilling its responsibility to the society, specifically to the community of Cagayan de Oro. “Galisod man gud ug pangita ug new site for the landfill so pagka-dungog namo ani, we immediately volunteered. We’re men and women for others di ba,” he mused. Beginning April, garbage trucks will be transferring 30% of the garbage from Zayas to the second floor of Student Center (STC) building, fronting the Central Student Government (CSG) office.

When asked regarding the weird location of the dumpsite, Bido answered that it is due to a number of practicalities that the BOT has considered. “Total there are mounds na man of garbage and waste from students and teachers there, why not padayunon na lang? It seems like the most practical option,” Bido explained. He also asked for everyone’s patience, as an intense, foul stench is to be expected by the start of the next academic year.

In a survey conducted by CSG, 75% of the student populace agree on the proposed landfill relocation. “I think that is a very nice idea, because

aside nga mas dali na para sa ato mag-labay ug basura, we are also helping the people in Zayas with the health and sanitary problems that the landfill brings,” shared CSG President Nice Juan Angeles. For Angeles, it is better for the entire student body to be exposed to these health risks rather than the people in Zayas.

In line with this, the City Council has passed a new ordinance, stating that all of the campus’ garbage should be thrown only at the landfill on STC 2nd floor. Students or teachers caught throwing their waste elsewhere shall be fined Php500. C

Admin fires 47 teachers for disregarding grade policy

By Kanna K. Kitashiragawa

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he University administration has terminated 47 professors after finding out that they are still incorporating attendance to the grading system. The acts have been classified as insubordination, as they purposely went against the new policy imposed by the Academic Vice President. Reports that the said teachers were including attendance to the grading system have spread, which prompted investigations leading to the firing.

It was announced during the first semester of this academic year that attendance will no longer be part of the grading system. In other words, teachers

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are not allowed to allot even 1% of the final grade to the students’ attendance. However, the 47 teachers still awarded points to those who had perfect attendance.

“We cannot tolerate this behavior. When the admin asks you to omit something, you are expected to omit it! No ifs and buts,” said current Academic Vice President Dr. Estiricto Caayo.

He also added that the decision was made not only for the betterment of the school but also for the teachers themselves. It would help them become better educators if they know that a perfect attendance does not mean thorough

understanding of the subject.

One of the whistleblowers, junior Economics student Abshen Ty, opened up regarding the issue. Apparently, one of his classmates, who failed in most exams and quizzes, passed a subject all because he had perfect attendance. “Unfair kaayo kay naay makapasar tungod lang kay perfect ang attendance, bahalag walay natun-an,” Ty opined.

The admin’s ruling on the issue also effectively banned the terminated professors from reapplying for any teaching position in the University. C

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OSA withdraws Bento Box policy, implements ‘Organic Forever’ instead

By Marny Nanaynotnor

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espite the success of the Bento Box policy, Office of Student Affairs (OSA) Director Makkin Chase has decided to replace it with another policy. The new program, dubbed as “Organic Forever Policy,” states that in lieu of the bento boxes made of plastic, all consumers are now required to eat their meals from a circular, banana leaf.

“This is for the benefit of the students.

With this new policy, it will be easier for them to buy food without even using plastic or styro (polystyrene) wares,” Chase explained. He also added that consumers will also have to use placemats made from abaca; this will pave the way for a more effective implementation of the Clean As You Go (CLAYGO) policy. “Grains, crumbs, and even spills will be caught by the placemats,” he added.

The process of getting your own abaca placemat and banana leaf will be the same as the bento boxes; there will be a Php50 charge upon depositing IDs everytime these things are borrowed. The money shall be refunded upon returning all borrowed items. In case the consumer tears the leaf, only Php25 of the money deposited shall be returned.

According to Chase, this is the University’s big leap towards becoming an eco-friendly campus.

The University is currently aiming to become the first academic institution in the country to ban all kinds of plastics and polystyrene. “We are doing this slowly but surely. We will start by abolishing the use of plastic wares for food, ayha dayon ta mag-move into replacing other plastic items found inside the campus,” Chase explained.

The University has also eyed on the feasibility of using coconut shells to replace water bottles and vending machine paper cups.

As of press time, a group of researchers is looking for an alternative to everything made of plastic within the campus, including the identification cards.C

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In-campus dormitory to open in XU next year

By Ara Rama

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n February 31, the Office of Buildings and Infrastructure (OBI) officially announced the construction of the proposed ten-storey, in-campus dormitory. This project, according to the administration, is the University’s response to the projected increase of enrollees for the next academic year.

Xavier University is expecting 17,000 enrollees in the upcoming academic year, with 73 per cent enrolling as Grade 11 students.

According to Statistics Office Chairperson Allen Sicat-sicat, students from faraway provinces will have trouble looking for a place to stay come the start of classes.

“Presently, there is an estimated total of 1,400 students renting dormitories, boarding houses, and pads in Divisoria and Nazareth areas,” Sicatsicat said. “This dormitory is the University’s way of helping the students; we aim to provide an inexpensive yet highly-secure home for them.”

The official name of the dormitory is yet to be released; what is sure though, is that the

dorm will be constructed in the area currently occupied by the Old Library. “It (Old Library) isn’t sturdy enough to carry 10 floors. Thus, it will be demolished and rebuilt,” said OBI Director Engr. Juan Wan. With construction starting on the month of May, the building is expected to be finished by June 2016.

Both males and females are welcome to stay in the dorm. They will, however, be housed in different floors. The dormitory will also be furnished with a fully air-conditioned student lounge and study rooms. Furthermore, a bridge will also connect the dormitory to the playground in the 5th floor of the Library Annex. The Psychology Department will also be in-charge of the room’s designs, with the purpose of lessening dormers’ stress and at the same time maximize their academic performance.

The rates play at Php250 for 12 hours (airconditioned room with free wifi, and 32’’ LCD TV) to Php3000 per month. Students can now reserve rooms at the Finance Office. C

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CSG to open conveniencestore on StC 2nd floor

By Der Athamus

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o provide better service to its constituents, the Central Student Government (CSG) has proposed the creation of a CSG convenience store—a major upgrade to its longstanding project, Tindahan ng CSG. With a total budget of Php300,000, the project aimed to renovate the stall in front of the CSG office to a full-fledged convenience store.

Although the Magis canteen is located below Tindahan ng CSG, newly elected CSG President Lamlam Lhang stressed the importance of a convenience store within the University. “Importante man jud ni kay para makita sa students nga naa juy pulos

ang CSG,” Lhang shared.

He has also emphasized the main differences between the proposed store and the already existing Magis canteen. “First of all, unlike the Magis canteen, gapa-rent mi ug Bibles and calculators. We are doing this because as CSG, concerned kaayo mi sa students.”

According to Lhang, without the Bible and calculator rentals, many students would fail their Religious Studies and Math classes.

Another difference will be the selling of ice cream for Php10 only. According to Lhang, ice cream is a very important food for stressed students in the University.

“Para ra gihapon ni sa students. So instead of buying the

Cornetto and Magnum sa Magis which costs Php20 and Php55 respectively, dako jud nga tabang ang barato nga ice cream sa convenience store,” he explained.

However, CSG Vice President Syde Besh, disagreed with the upgrade. He claimed that there are other investments that the CSG should prioritize at the moment. “Maypa i-gasto na lang na ang Php300,000 sa BOLTS or evaluations. Para maka out-of-town gyud mi ba,” he opined. Besh is eyeing Palawan or Boracay for the CSG’s upcoming yearend evaluation.

Despite Besh’s objection, the convenience store is already set to be opened for the public on October. C

XU to limit essays, write-ups to 140 characters

By Marny Nanaynotnor

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ollowing a recommendation from Philippine Accrediting Agency for Schools and Academies (PAASA), Xavier University will now limit the character count for academic writeups. From now on, all essays, reaction papers, written reports, and reflection papers that are to be submitted shall not exceed 140 characters – this already includes spaces and quotation marks. The idea for the policy came after PAASA Chief Accreditor Jiman Tayon tweeted a question to the University President on February 30.

Tayon’s tweet read: “@presidentXU_143: Does XU train students to write long, annoying, and meaningless posts in FB? #magis? #justaskin.”

Apparently, Tayon was annoyed when his newsfeed was filled with lengthy, irrelevant, and grammatically incorrect Facebook posts written by XU students.

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character limit policy which aimed to teach students how to write in a brief and concise manner without compromising cohesiveness and content. It would also train students to become efficient social media writers.

“Aside from making Facebook newsfeeds not so much of an eyesore, this policy will also help students become competent in using Twitter, because, you know, tweets are limited to 140 characters so ma-anad na gyud ang students,” explained XU Social Media Bureau (XU-SMB) Head Mark Soccerfield.

The new policy, however, received negative reactions from the students and faculty. Some faculty members wanted the policy to be scrapped because it will greatly increase their workload.

“Because of this [policy], we will now be forced to read the papers submitted by the students. Better man to sa una kay igo ra namo sulatan og grado, bisa’g walay basa basa. This time, we need to read them kay mubo

raman,” complained Paperwork 101 teacher Taff Pulankayo.

Students also complained that it will be more difficult for them to pass essays and reaction papers because they cannot copy from the internet anymore.

“I don’t agree with this policy. Tag-as man gud ang explanation sa Wikipedia and I don’t know how to shorten them,” explained Junior BS Essay Writing student Sigg Igsulat.

Another BSEW student also opined, “Lisod kaayo na. Before, I could just insert a cake recipe to increase the word count of my write-up, but now, I will be forced to think and write.”

Nonetheless, the policy has been approved by the University President and will be implemented by the next academic year.

The administration is also eyeing the incorporation of cost-cutting measures to the character limit policy by making students use ½ A4 sized bond papers to reduce paper consumption.C www.thecrusaderpublication.com

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Road Surface Markings to XU taps NOPE combat in-campus traffic for proper feline control

by Ginny Thalia Maximus

By Wan T. Ikwan

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ollowing a flurry of reports of students’ tardiness due to congested hallways, the XU administration immediately drafted the installation of Road Surface Markings (RSMs) along all major pathways within the campus and should see implementation by the start of the next academic year.

Akin to the road markings found on the streets of Cagayan de Oro, XU’s version aimed to streamline the flow of students within the campus and prevent the worst of bottlenecks along its busiest corridors.

“Dali ra man siya masabtan sa mga estudyante kay gakakita naman na nila kada adlaw sa mga dalan.

Kanang double yellow lines, yellow box, ug uban pa. Gamay ra nga adjustment period kailangan,” said Xavier Traffic Management (XTM) Director Juan Banaag.

While Banaag believes that things like these are obvious enough not to require markings, there still have been numerous incidents of students holding birthday parties and romantic proposals on tight, frequently travelled corridors.

By July 2016, all students and faculty are expected to be familiar with the markings. Failure to comply with pathway regulations means penalties to offending parties in the form of community service.

Similar to roads, all pathways within the campus will be split into two lanes and marked with white broken lines to separate the two directions of travel. Every person is required to take the lane to their right. With this, massive barkadas occupying the entire width of pathways while moving at a glacial rate will finally be a thing of the past.

Solid yellow lines work in the same way as broken white lines, but they also carry the meaning that overtaking is not permitted. They are expected to be less common than the former, and are planned to be painted on places of transaction like canteen lines, finance, and registrar offices.

Finally, yellow boxes will be painted around XU benches and other quiet portions of select pathways. C

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ue to the alarming influx of cats within the campus grounds, the University has opted to begin an official removal of the felines. To do this, the school has recently signed a contract with well-known business entity, No Pussycats Ever (NOPE) — an agency for cat control in Cagayan de Oro. The operations of NOPE will start on the first week of May, with the objective of having a cat-free campus by the beginning of the next academic year.

NOPE Director Hayden Koh has released an official statement regarding the methods they will use for the anti-cat operations. According to him, they will use any means necessary, usually involving brute force. “Ayaw na mog katingala if naay mga lalaki ga-dagan para mu-lakag sa mga iring,” Kho shared.

When asked what they would do to the captured cats, Kho anxiously replied, “We have a pet adoption center. Most of the cats are adopted by siomai vendors from Pabayo. They really love cats gyud and I believe, the cats are properly prepared… I mean treated.”

He also added that if any of the students or professors would like to adopt the caught cats, they can do so by approaching him anytime during the operations. “I think naa man gyu’y ganahan mag-dala sa cats sa ilang balay para duladulaan, okay ra na siya as long as mu-agi sa among standard operating procedures,” Kho stated.

Meanwhile, the school is divided in their opinions concerning the removal of the cats.

“Kung mu-kaon ko ky matingala na lang ko nga naay iring sa akong tapad. Dili man sa ingon nga gakaulit ko, I don’t like pussies lang jud,” shared Boy Abundio, a fourth year Accountancy student.

On the other hand, Ignatians Rooted in Nurturing Gifts (IRING) President Aldub Pastillas is strongly against it. “This school has served as their homel! Tungod kay dili sila makaistorya, ipa- hawa na lugar? I don’t think so,” he lamented.

Despite the mixed reactions, the University is keen on ridding the campus of the felines come June this year. C Vol. 42 No. 6 March 2016

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5th floor of University Library to reopen as playground

By Nicolaus Copernicus A. Engee-el

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ith its new aesthetic features and exciting amenities, the freshly revamped 5th floor of the New Library has become the students’ favorite hang-out place for the past few months.

Due to this trend, the University administration has decided to renovate the floor and reopen it as a playground, set to open this June.

“We sympathized with the students for feeling so much pressure. Nakabantay ko nga daghan jud students ang gatipok diri sa fifth floor para mag-dula ug board games and the like. So para maka-tabang sa ila, I proposed the idea of a playground to the admin,” explained Library Director Simis Minchin. According to her, the administration accepted her proposal without hesitations.

According to Vice President for Administration Dante Matsunaga, the renovation will begin this April. “Basically, ma-overhaul jud tanan. We will paint the walls pink and yellow para bibo. Tapos daghan tag ipang-dugang nga features,” Matsunaga shared. The additions will include a 40” television set for unlimited movie-marathon, a mini-internet café for Defense Of The Ancients (DOTA) 2 tournaments, and a big, inflatable pool for recreational purposes.

Sabba Anne, a sophomore Accountancy student and a frequent visitor of the 5th floor, expressed how excited she is with the renovation. “I can’t wait for June! Lingaw naman ang fifth floor karon with the board games and all, pero mas excited jud ko sa new additions!”

However, not all students were happy with the news. Gil Omon, a sophomore Chemical Engineering student, spearheaded the Ano ang Ipinaglalaban Mo? (AIM) movement to antagonize the proposed reopening. “The library is for peaceful studying. It is a place for study and not for students’ joyful shrieks. Saba naman gani karon, unsa na lang kaha kung magdugang na ug other amenities?” opined Omon.

“The library will lose its essence,” he added.

Despite the numerous complaints thrown by AIM, the University is firm with its decision and has announced that the renovation is final. C

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Replacement cards’ special content, revealed

By She Adenine

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he University, through Maintaining Ateneans’ High-quality Alternative for the Lost (MAHAL) Office, has finally revealed the reason why replacement of forms — admit-to-exam slips (also known as the blue form) and the retreat/recollection attendance cards which are sold for Php50 each. This is because of a built-in Bluetooth chip.

These blue and yellow cards which measure about 4.25” x 5.5” actually contain a Bluetooth chip which comes with a micro speaker. When reached via smart phone, the card actually produces a loud “I’m here!” sound, making it easier to find. This feature is especially useful in case a student loses the cards again. Furthermore, the cards are said to be a bit expensive because it is made by select, highly-skilled papermakers in the country. The machine used to cut these replacements were also imported from Germany.

“Well, charging the students is one way to encourage them to keep their belongings and files well,” explained Nene Sory, officer-in-charge of MAHAL. According to Sory, the Php50 is more than justifiable. “Materials pa lang daan, since high quality jud, gansi na ang University kung libre ra ang replacements,” she added.

With this, graduating student Dori Forgat expressed her heartfelt regrets for losing a retreat card. She said that although her name is clearly enlisted as one of the participants in the records, she still needed to pay the replacement card for her to be cleared.

“At first, nag-lagot jud ko. Murag pointless kaayo nga bisan klaro na nga naka-retreat ko, magbayad japun ko ug Php50. Pero after knowing nga ing-ani man diay ka-special ang mga replacements, I finally understand,” Forgat shared.

Many students are now trying out the Bluetooth chips, explaining the repetitive echoes of “I’m here!” heard around the campus.C

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DOWN 1 E in PHEIC 2 One of the largest exporters of crude oil 3 Died February 23 4 Cause of sea lion deaths 5 New CSG Vice President 7 A program geared towards tackling several issues concerning the Magis Canteen.

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To join: photocopy this Kurisword with your answers and submit your entry to TheCrusader Publication office at StC 302 with your name and contact number. Lucky participants will receive limited edition collectables.

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Relaks sad panagsa, kining horoscope basaha. Limti sa ang mga problema ug tagaig panahon ang pagkatawa. Hala bira!

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Naay mag-offer sa imo og trabaho. Dako kaayo ang sweldo unya ang trabaho kay tigbira og barko.

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