The Seagull E-Newsletter 2018

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The Official Student Publication of John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University-Molo, Inc. September- October 2018

Aime Hope Balico recieving her award during their Oath taking ceremony

Balico emerges as one of the top passers in Licensure Examination for Customs Brokers

By Mdpn. Alexandro B. Tirador and Janine Thess V. Montaño

After seven years’, John B. Lason Foundation Maritime UniversityMolo BSCA graduate, has once again emerged as one of the top 10 passers of the Licensure Examination for Customs Brokers (CBLE) held at different examination venues in Manila, Davao, and Cebu last November 22-23.

Aime Hope P. Balico, a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Customs Administration (BSCA) notched the 7th place, garnering an overall rating of 89%.

“Everyone has their own styles on how they can achieve a better way to learn but mine is to have a long time for studying balance with rest and sleep. I never doubted the value of hard work and determination so I made it a commitment to strive everyday. It’s important to carry a positive mindset and surround yourself with people who share the same motivation and persistence to pass. Also, be prayerful and don’t fail firstly in put-

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ting into action what you asked from above,” Balico said.

Furthermore, 1, 114 out of 2,093 passed the said examination given by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).

“It’s a matter of compromising the habits of what you used to. Among others, the greatest sacrifice I could be more proud of is the devotion that I conceived in the dedicated days and long nights of going through the review materials and I allowed no room for my lazy self but to keep reading everything again until somehow, there’s a grasp for mastery. It will cost you to be mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually prepared and the return is all worth it,” she added.

According to Mrs. Karenina P. Depamaylo, BSCA program head, she was delightful after hearing the good news. She believed that Balico’s attitude towards studies and life were

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the significant factors in her achievement towards the board exam. She also stated that her experiences and learning at JBLFMU-Molo added to her strength to hit her target bull’s eye.

In addition, Balico is a Ten Outstanding Sudents of Iloilo Awardee and an IWAG awardee, and also a Cum laude who underwent her review at Customs Logistics Advocates of the Philippines (CLAP) Review Center for her board exam preparation.

“The next batch of takers should take Aime and the other passers as their inspiration. Have CMTA for breakfast, CMOs/CAOs/EOs/RAs for lunch, and International Trade Agreements for Dinner. And take more practical computation of duties, taxes and other charges for snacks. Believe me, it’ll pay,” Mrs. Depamaylo concluded.

Moreover, the passers’ Oathtaking Ceremony was held at Manila Hotel, Rizal Park last December 20.

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HAND IN HAND. French medical student executes basic First Aid Training.

French medical students and CES conduct outreach

By Shaira A. Agregado and Mdpn. Dave Van P. Bartolome

With its advocacy to orient the importance of basic first aid training and hands-on activities among students and parents, the Community Extension Services (CES) office spearheaded the first

Preventive Health Care Checkup in partnership with French medical students at Sen. Francisco C. Zulueta Memorial School Brgy.

Trapiche, Oton, Iloilo, June 28.

A total of 50 scholars and

JBLFMU-M CRCY Representatives with their adviser after receiving their awards.

CRCY homes back success in first dinagyang blood olympics

By Ma.Heather C. Bacera

In line with this year’s celebration of Dinagyang festival, CRCY accomplished series of wins after competing in the first Dinagyang Blood Olympics launched at Central Philippine University (CPU), January 10 until January 24.

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CRCY emerged as first place winners in two out of four contests.

First Place in Digital Poster Making, First place in Advocacy Booth Making, 2 nd Runner up in Short Film Making and Second Runner up in Bloodlettingin which they collected

parents of Educational Research and Development Assistance (ERDA) participated the said event. The orientation focused specifically on certain issues like how to maintain healthy lifestyle and prevent certain diseases in the community.

Likewise, hands-on activities on basic first aid was conducted

by French Medical Students from Faculté de Médecine - Université de Nantes and volunteers from John B .Lacson Foundation Maritime University – Molo College Red Cross Youth (CRCY-Iloilo Chapter) “This activity is indeed a great opportunity for our foreign partners to extend assistance to our adopted community wherein we were able to share our knowledge, skills, and expertise on the importance of preventive health care checkup”, Ms. Krizna Joy Belencion, CES adviser, said.

Moreover, French medical students shared their knowledge with the importance of savings by introducing the Community Manage Savings and Credit Association (COMSCA) to the participants of the activity.

a toal of 56 bags of blood.

“I am beyond happy of the results, This successs only proves that Lacsonians never fails to be flexible when it comes to artistry and leadership despite of their chosen fields,” Mr.Donnie Alvon, CRCY adviser said.

Furthermore, The Philippine Red Cross Iloilo Chapter spearheaded the first ever Dinagyang Blood Olympics in partnership with the City of Iloilo and the Dinagyang Foundation participated by John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University (JBLFMU) Molo and Arevalo Campus, St. Therese MTC CollegesMagdalo, Iloilo Doctors College and Central Philippine University (CPU) “The Dinagyang Blood Olympics was an awesome experience, it was challenging I am so happy to be a part of the Dinagyang celebration” Kristian Barniego, 1 st place in Digital Poster Making contest, said Moreover, Dinagyang blood olympics encourages the youth to get involved in voluntary blood donation.

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Lacsonians to join AYIMUN

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PRIDE AND HONOR. Mr. Jasper Victoriano holding his certificate of appreciation.

Blood Galloner’s Club enlists JBLFMU-M CME instructor

By Mdpn. Julius Caesar P. Alfaras and Dorothy Mae V. Hinayon Philippine Red Cross - Iloilo Chapter & Western Visayas Regional Blood Center recognized Dr. Jasper Victoriano, College of Maritime Engineering (CME) instructor as an official Blood Galloner’s club member during the “Recognition of Blood Galloners Club Members and Partners” at Iloilo Convention Center, August 3.v Dr. Victoriano received a certificate of appreciation along with 211 Awardees both for individual and group awards after donating a 1 liter of blood during College Red Cross Youth (CRCY) blood donation events for over a year now.

According to Mr. Victoriano, he started participating to Red Cross activities since 1982 as a member of Alpa Phi Omega International Fraternity and Sorority, living their three-cardinal principles: Leadership, Friendship, and Service that drives him to

participate in blood donations.

“Aside from my fraternity, I am also reared and trained by my parents to the doctrine of the Seventh - day Adventist to love and serve God and its people.

I also hope that the the rest of the faculty, staff, and students donate blood to the Red Cross Organization and save more lives,” Mr. Victoriano added.

“It is very heartwarming to know that there are individuals like Mr. Victoriano who are willing to give their voluntary service and save people’s lives I am thankful that we have staff like him exist in this institution. I hope that many would see him as a role model and as a true maritime vanguard,” C/E Ralph Zamoras, Dean of the College Of Maritime Education (CME), said.

Moreover, The collected blood will be donated at Western Visayas Medical Center (WVMC) Blood Bank.

After a rigorous screening process of 12,500 applicants, Gilda A. Rodinas, Bachelor of Science in Customs 4A (BSCA 4-A), Mdpwn.

Ma. Precious Fe J. Matorres, Bachelor of Science in Cruise Ship Management 4A (BSCSM 4-A), and Mdpn. Quer Ian D. Manucay, Senior High School (SHS), of John B. Lacson Maritime Foundation University-Molo (JBLFMU-M) are one of the 600 qualified delegates that will attend the 2nd Asia Youth Model United Nations (AYIMUN) which will be held at Bangkok, Thailand, November 3-6.

AYIMUN aspires to provide platform for young future diplomats to encourage themselves in understanding international issues and policies, debating and sharing perspective s between participants from various background and ethnicity.

“It is a great honor for us and to students to be among the 600 qualified applicants out of almost 12,500 who applied. It is also a great opportunity for them to mingle with students from different countries where they can develop their communication skills as well as acquire knowledge in the said event,” Mrs. Nancy Rose Pelopero, SAS head said.

With the theme, “ Pursuing Global Peace through Diplomacy”, AYIMUN will conduct several agendas to be discussed by each member council namely, World Health Organization (WHO), Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

Moreover, AYIMUN is hosted

by International Global Network, a non-government organization and event organizer which aims to cooperate in social issues movements, business, technology, and culture that could contribute to the betterment of nations.

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GLAMOR AND STUN. Candidate no. 20, Ms. Estrevillo along with the other top seven candidates.

BSTM studs to compete in Miss World Ph

By Shaira A. Agregado and Mariel V. Talurong

Crowns aren’t made of rhinestones, they are made of discipline, determination, perseverance and courage. A person who has it is not only called to be a queen, but to take the responsibility of inspiring others and render service of any obligations given to her.

Ms.Angelica Estrevillo, is a 4th year college student of Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management (BSTM) of John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime UniversityMolo (JBLFMU-M). She is the first lacsonian to compete to the prestigious Miss World Philippines 2018, but before her big break in the world of beauty pageant, she was hailed in various pageants in Iloilo City, namely, Ms. Senior Sto. Niño Festival Queen 2016, Ms. Silka 2016, Mutya ng Iloilo 2018, 1st runner up, and Lin-ay sang Ciudad sang Iloilo 2018.

“Until now, I can’t believe that I have gone this far. As I am reminiscing those times that I am just watching beauty pageants on t.v, I can’t even see myself being on the same stage being infront of many people and trying to be confident in order for me to finish what I’ve

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started. And I can’t really explain my emotions the moment that I am crowned as a winner of these various competition,” said Miss Angelica Estrevillo, official candidate for Miss World Philippines 2018.

Additionally, Ms. Estrevillo works in a part time job and as a student aid in the institution in order to financially support herself in her education. Her other activities in the school inlcude being the secretary of Young Travellers According to Miss Estrevillo, her journney in Miss World Ph is not easyand that keeping her physique in good condition by doing workouts whle delivering performance is something not to take lightly.

“I am struggling in everything-from the preparations for this competition and of course in my practicum as a graduating student. But I believe that God is with me. He will never leave me althroughout this battle. This fight is for him,” she added.

Moreover, Miss Angelica Estrevillo is one of the top 7 Beach Beauty of Miss World Philippines 2018 in El Nido, Palawan. Currently, she is working her way to the crown.

SmallVOICE Voice SMALL Complaints To: PTA Tani may Transparency Board man kamo para mabal-an namon kung diin gakadto ang amon kwarta.

-CuriousLang

Reklamo ko tani ang librarian nga nag hambal samon nga imol kuno ang John B. Lacson kay la kuno inug bayad. ga bayad man ang estudyante sang tsakto nga tuition. require gid naya sang library ang mapaandar aircon.

- Lil kiddo

It’s my first time to write in small voice. i would like to address my concern regarding gender equality in this institution. yes, this is indeed a maritime school but there are a lot of discrimination going on inside the classroom. most especially to my co-students. Equality is one of our core values i hope everyone embodies this so called core values.

-ConcernedLGBT

Ngaa wala ko ya gina pa order P.E uniform maski may P.E subject ko? kapila nvagaan. maagraduate nalang ko wala manggod. sa pagkabalo ko ara na na nabelong sa tuition or miscellaneous ko, so ano bi? nag bayad lang ko nga wala man nakuwa?

-AteGirl

The Small Voice is solicited from and/orcontributed by the JBLFMU-Molo community and is intended to circulate thoughts and does not represent the opinion of the staff. Contributions for the Small Voice are forwarded to the publication office and are either anonymous or in pseudonyms.

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Ang cafeteria gali da both sa babaw and dalom. indi man tani kamo mag ilug-ilugan sa 7/11 nga ang customer pa ang ma adjust kung wala kamo sinsilyo. Plus wala kami manami-an sa dulsi. kamo pa dayon maugtas kung wala kami smaller bills.

-QualityServiceEnthusiast

For the information of all, Coop has the mission to serve the community with honesty, integrity and respect. Although yes, we are somtimes facing trouble changing bigger bills, we make sure to ask students to wait and comeback for their change afterwads.

-JBLFMU-M COOP

Ngaa may mga prof nga hindi maghatag sang book nga ginagamit nila tapos kung mag quiz gani kag nubo scores namon, mareklamo man kag maghambal “budlay gid quiz ko haw kahapos gidlang“ ay abaw prof hindi kami genius tanan para tanan gid nga libro basahon namon.

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At the start of every semester, all teachers are expected to provide students with course syllabus which contains among others the course outline, course outcomes, course requirements and references so that students can research and study in advance before coming to class. In other words, references should be provided to the students for classroom learning to proceed spontaneously.

To better address your concern, it is advised that you write to the dean of the instructor you are refering to, so that your concern could be acted upon accordingly.

-ACADEMIC COORDINATOR

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The Official Student Publication of JBLFMU-M, Inc. A. Y. 2018-2019

Gilda A. Rodinas Editor-in-Chief Mdpwn. Ma. Precious Fe J. Matorres Associate Editor Mdpwn. Ma. Heather C. Bacera Managing Editor Julius Caesar P. Alfaras News Editor Mdpwn. Shaira A. Agregado Feature Editor Mdpwn. Erica F. Opinion Literary Editor Mdpwn. Angelica T. Ortega Mariel V. Talurong Mdpn. Dave Van P. Bartolome Mdpn. Jan Christian B. Altamia Writers Mdpn. Ed Christopher C. Bucay Photojournalist Mdpn. Arwilyn Joy O. Enetorio Cartoonist

Editorial Policy The Seagull is published at least twice every semester by the publication office at John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University – Molo, Inc., Molo, Iloilo City. Articles contained herein are personal views of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official views and opinions of the staff and/or provide an open forum for discussion.

We accept original articles and contributions from students, faculty, and staff. Comments and suggestions regarding our issues are warmly welcomed. Articles submitted must be typewritten with sufficient space and margin.

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JBLFMU-M organizes first Capt. JBL Memorial Swimfest

By Ma. Heather C. Bacera and Kristian I. Barniego With the aim of uplifting oneness and enthusiasm in sportsmanship, 22 teams across Panay and Negros Islands participated in the first John B. Lacson Memorial Swimfest hosted by John B. Lacson Maritime Foundation UniversityMolo(JBLFMU-M), September 15-16.

The objective of the said event is to commemorate and honor the University’s founder Capt. John B. Lacson, as well as promote swimming as a sport where the University excel i, it also aims to improve the abilities of swimming teams and raise a fund for swimmers for they need a phase clock for their upcoming competitions.

“I feel so overwhelmed that even though this is the first time we conducted this kind of activity; there’s a lot of teams who participated. I would also like to thank everyone for making this event a success and for giving us

the opportunity to conduct this prestige event,” Mr. Ronald Sta. Ana, coach of JBLFMU Swimming Team, said.

The 22 participating teams that competed in the said event.

“I am indeed so proud and pressured at the same time knowing that I will be competing in my ‘home court’ and there will be a lot of Lacsonian present,” Erica Joy Eslafor, one of the swimmers of JBLFMU Dolphin Swimteam, said.

Moreover, during the twoday competition JBLFMU Dolphin Swimteam gained the most number of points in the combined team scores but the team waved to join the championship since they were the host school hence, making the Sagrado Tigersharks hailed as Champion. Meanwhile, Capiz turbosharks snitched the second place and Iloilo Sea Warriors bagged the third place.

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Lacsonian cadet presents JBLFMU-M research study project in the 18th IAMU AGA conference

By Janine Thess V. Montaño and Mdpn. Julius Caesar P. Alfaras

In pursuit of enhancing progress in the quality of maritime education, training and research, John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University-Molo (JBLFMU-M) cadet Denver G. Vasquez of Polaris 3A presented the university’s research study during the 18th Annual General Assembly of International Association of Maritime University (IAMU) held at Varna, Bulgaria, October 11-14.

Furthermore, as one of the research presentation finalists, Mdpn.

Vasquez introduced the research study entitled “Perceptions of High School Students towards Maritime Courses” in the IAMU Students Conference on the third day of the said conference.

“I felt priviledged for taking part in the JBLFMU’s holistic maritime involvement globally. The IAMU AGA 2017 students’ conference empowered us, maritime student’s, from all over the world to participate and get involved in the maritime trends and progress for we hold the future of the maritime industry,” Mdpn. Vasquez said.

Moreover, research coordinator Dr. Rolando A. Alimen served as Mdpn. Vasquez’s trainer.

With the theme “Global perspectives in MET: Towards Sustainable, Green and integrated Maritime Transport”, the event aimed to bring together experts and official representative of each university for the discussion of the progress concerning

JBLFMU-M CRCY after recieving their awards.

CRCY champs in Iloilo RCY Camp

By Ma. Heather C. Bacera

John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University - Molo (JBLFMUM) College Red Cross Youth (CRCY) hailed as the overall champion during the Iloilo Red Cross Youth (RCY) Camp held at Cabatuan National Comprehensive High School (CNCHS), Cabatuan, Iloilo, October 24-26.

JBLFMU-M CRCY is champion in council race category, walk of councils, CRCY flash and clash ultimate dance battle, first aid challenge category, RCY master chefs category and 1st runner up in body painting duo.

“I am very happy about the result of the 3 day CRCY camp, the children really did their best in the

future trends in maritime education, training, research and other matters within the scope of IAMU. Maritime students from different maritime universities of Bulgaria, Canada, Egypt, Japan, Vietnam, Philippines, Georgia, Spain, Croatia, USA, and India around the world joined the said event.

In addition, Maritime education and training (MET), safety of navigation, IT and modern technology in maritime studies, logistics and management, energy efficiency in maritime transport, human element, maritime English, and culture and communication in maritime industry were the topics discussed during the last day of the main conference.

different categories of the contest that made them an overall champion.

Also, the camp served as an instrument in making the bond of each members strong especially to the new members” Mr. Manosa, CRCY adviser said.

Furthe Mr. Manosa added that the participants showcased their talents in various categories and uplifted the lacsonian banner in the CRCY Iloilo chapter.

“It is indeed a great privilege and honor to represent JBLFMU-M in this prestigious event, the whole team learned the importance of being active in times of emergency.” Mdpn.

Elizardy Rivera, President of CRCY council said “Joining the Iloilo RCY Camp, celebrating it on its centennial year and become an overall champion is a once in a lifetime experience I hope this will continue in the future generations of CRCY Council” he added.

Moreover, Mdpn. Rivera stresses that the camp developed and enhanced the potentials of members to become good leaders, acquaint the details of the Red Cross Movement and train them how to administer basic first aid during the occurrence of accidents.

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Sports Feature

Gestosani and Genciana on their final pose.

Volleyball boys tertiary men against Iloilo Doctor’s College.

Conquering setbacks: achieving success through determination and perseverance Table tennis tertiary women before the championship game.

By Danica Joyce D. Santillan and Mdpn. Jhopeptsias John A. Medina Success is not an easy road to take.

This is the mantra of the John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime UniversityMolo (JtBLFMU-M) team who were honed and molded to unfurl the university’s flag, with honor during the 52nd Iloilo Private Schools Athletic Association (ILOPRISAA) hosted by Western Institute Technology (WIT), November 15-25.

As a powerhouse school providing sets of leading athletes, the university displayed their promising contribution as a member of delegation team of Region VI in the 2017 Regional PRISAA. JBLFMU-M athletes gave pride to the university as they brought home five gold medals winning karatedo tertiary men, swimming tertiary men, table tennis tertiary men and taekwondo tertiary men.

According to Mdpwn. Jaymee Bungcasan, one of the members of the swimming team in tertiary women who won first place, it was a challenging and more difficult competition compared to the previous years because they have lesser number of athletes competing in the team but they applied teamwork and trust with one another was their strategy to get the gold medal and that they are thankful

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for the support of their coaches and the whole JBLFMU-M community.

Moreover, JBLFMU-M atheletes also won eight silver medals in athletics tertiary men, badminton tertiary men, chess secondary boys, dance sports latin-american tertiary, swimming secondary boys, table tennis tertiary women, tennis tertiary men and volleyball secondary boys. Three bronze medals in beach volleyball secondary boys, football tertiary men and volleyball tertiary women.

“Aside from I am having my On the Job Training, we need to double time in practicing and we needed to have teamwork for us to finish the routine.

We also had tough training and we need to learn different techniques, condition our bodies because we are already under sports. I believe that competition isn’t about winning. It is a way of inspiring other people and to inspire ourselves to be the best that we can be” Jhanyn Rose Gestosani, silver medalist in dance sports latinamerican tertiary category said.

JBLFMU-M athletes competed against approximately 50 private schools and proved that the university is still one of the best performing schools when it comes to athletic sports competition as they shined

and gave justice to all the preparations they had before the said event.

Despite of the conflicts with regards to the preparation because of the busy schedule of the students as athletes, they still managed to have time for training and practices and the university made sure to support them by giving appropriate equipments.

“We lost the game but I know we did our best, we hope that next school year there will be bigger support for the volleyball team especially having a coach to train and give better advices and team play. For the past three years, I have learned to pursue my passion but to love my team mates more and I will not trade my team even for the strongest player in the universe,’” Mdpn. Rey P. Besario, team captain of the Tertiary Volleyball men said.

The ILOPRISAA is a great opportunity for JBLFMU-M athletes to show what talent they hold and exhibit their performance in their chosen category.

Amidst the difficulties, Lacsonian athletes proved that through perseverance and willpower they can excel and achieve their purpose which is to actively contend in the name of sports.