Green Tigresses’ Wit and Beauty Seized the Night; CBA Hailed the Crown for Ms. TSU 2022

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of Business and Accountancy (CBA) – Green Tigers roared and marked another legacy in the history of TSU’s 116th Founding Anniversary and 33rd Charter Anniversary Celebration, as Ms. Yumi Cayabyab brought home the crown of Ms. TSU 2022; and Ms. Allyssa Colleen Botoyan ramped as the Ms. TSU 2022, 3rd Runner Up, with their winning beauty, confidence and intelligence at TSU Gymnasium, on October 19, 2022.

After years of virtual pageant, the Green Tigers roared and bombed the TSU Gymnasium again as they upheld their bets, Mr. Mark Louise Macaraeg and Mr. Edrian Russel Mandap, 3rd year students from Hospitality and Tourism Management Department and Marketing Department, respectively, Ms. Allyssa Colleen Botoyan, a 1st Year Marketing student and the Ms. TSU 2022 3rd Runner Up, and the crowned Ms. TSU 2022, Ms. Ayumi Cayabyab, a 1st year student from Economics department.

Ms. TSU 2022, Ms. Cayabyab assured the title during the final round of the question and answer portion, as for her, the hardest part of winning the pageant is to take the responsibility, while the hardest part of losing it is the acceptance. Ms. Cayabyab also received Ms. Saka Resort Award. According to her in an interview, “Being Ms. TSU is

ThisJanuary 28, 2023, the Junior Confederation of Finance Associations Philippines – Central Luzon Chapter (JCFAP –CLC) instituted a Leadership Conference to elevate, expand, and encourage future leaders with the theme “Ascent: Assembling the Leaders for Ameliorating Tomorrow.”

The webinar includes other colleges from all over Central Luzon, namely General de Jesus College, Wesleyan University – Philippines, Gordon College, Mount Carmel College, La Consolacion University Philippines, Dr Yanga’s College Inc., Bulacan State University, Tarlac State University, College of Immaculate Conception, National University – Baliwag, Limay, Polytech-

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a huge honor and responsibility. As a student of TSU, and as a Ms. TSU, I will be a good role model by being an inspiration to my fellow students.” She also humbly said that she will continue to represent the CBA and the university with all her best. Moreover, she also advocates for Mental Health awareness as she cares not only for herself but also for her fellow students. “Keep on moving forward, life is hard but you are stronger than what you think” she mentioned as she thanked all her supporters who wholeheartedly and truly supported her throughout the pageant.

Early on crown favorite, Ms. TSU 2022 – 3rd Runner Up, Ms. Botoyan also bagged the award as Ms. Photogenic, Ms. Jalux Spa, Best in Casual Wear, Best in Formal Attire, People’s Choice Award, and the Best in Talent, which was also held at TSU Gym on October 18. “Holding the title of Ms. TSU 2022 3rd Runner Up, my contribution to the university, especially to my college, would be to be an advocate for Human Rights” she said in the interview, “I urge everyone to have the fortitude to defend their rights. But if you do not yet have enough confidence, speak to me and I will speak for you” she added. Ms. Botoyon also expressed her gratefulness to everyone who supported and believed her, “Even though I came up 3rd Runner Up, I still felt the love and sincerity of my supporters, and for that, I am incredibly blessed and thankful” she said.

Meanwhile, the 3rd Year Marketing student, Mr. Mandap had his place in the Top 8 Semi-Finalists and received a Sponsorship Award from Oliver’s Kitchen. He said that he was so excited to measure his capabilities and felt so confident on the stage that he was overwhelmed seeing everyone’s eyes on him. He also thanked those who supported him, “They were one of the reasons why I did continue even though I was not feeling well at that time”, he said. Another 3rd year student from HTM Department, Mr. Macaraeg, representing the CBA, felt nervous and honored being chosen during

JCFAP Leader’s Conference for Ameliorating Tomorrow

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nic College, President Ramon Magsaysay State University and Northern Zambales College Inc. This event is hosted by Mr. Jomari Ivan L. Ocampo, the Chapter President of JCFAP - CLC, along with regional advisers Dr. Gerard Corpuz, Prof. Christine Janelle M. Santiago, and Mr. Jervie Sta. Ana, and JCFAP-CLC council and junior officers. With the esteemed speakers Mr. Jerome Aquino, a Tarlac State University alumnus, JCFAP executive Auditor (20092010), and JFINEX president – TSU (2011), and Mr. Genesis

Villaflores, a graduate of BSE in Values Education/Educational Science, Masters in Public Administration who discussed at length topics relevant to the theme.

Mr. Aquino as the first speaker tackled Transformational Leadership which he described as “beyond” and “next level,” as this type of leadership embodies the highest influence that empowers people to create impact that surpasses standards and capacities. Highlighted in this topic is the quality of a transformational leader where their screening, and as a representative in the pageant. “Thank you is not enough to express my gratitude to those people who supported and helped me all throughout my journey”. He also showed his gratitude to Ms. Bea Mallari, CBA Vice Governor for her full support to them. This coronation night of Mr. and Ms. TSU after almost 3 years of virtual events marked another history, especially in the College of Business and Accountancy. Completing the podium finishers were female candidates from CASS and CCJE who won the 1st and 2nd runner up, respectively. And male candidates from CASS as the holder of Mr. TSU 2022, the two representatives from CET as 1st and 2nd runner up, and the 3rd runner up from CCS. they “lead with influence rather than authority.”

“What are you most afraid of?” is the question that set the tone to Mr. Villaflores’ topic Dare to Lead, where most participants answered failure and expectations. In what is right, to become the leader people look up to “always be the first one to stand up,” he emphasized. “Courage, confidence, and integrity is possessed by a leader who dares to lead.”

After each session, the guest speakers received an award from JCFAP – CLC as an expression of gratitude for the lesson and experience they shared. Participants are also allowed to freely express questions and participate actively through the whole webinar.

TSU Main Campus Secured 2nd Placer: Parade Float and Street Dance Festival Competition

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continuation of the 116th Founding and 33rd Charter Anniversary Celebration, Tarlac State University conducts its Parade of Float and Street Dance Festival Competition on October 19, 2022.

Three (3) campuses showcased their prestigious and vivid floats, clustered together to have three islands of the Philippines (Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao) themed by different lively hues of festivity. The College of Business and Accountancy (CBA), College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS), and College of

TSU-Economic Enterprise Development Unit (TSUEED Unit) Successfully Conducts “BRIDGES” as Entreprenuerial Skills Seminar Workshop

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the goal of sharpening the business minds of the young entrepreneur participants, TSU-Economic Enterprise Development Unit (TSUEED Unit) headed by Asst. Prof. Sheila Jane L. Gonzales and in collaboration with TSU – CBA Student Council, launched “BRIDGES” or Better Roads In Developing Great Entrepreneurial Spirit on November 4 at 3rd floor, Conference Room, Student Center Building, Lucinda Campus.

Public Administration and Governance (CPAG) unite as they represent the float of TSU Main Campus -Luzon Cluster.

TSU Main Campus bags second place at the Parade of Float competition with their Panagbenga Festival-inspired float, garnering 82%. On

Festival theme, with the joint forces of Tigers, Dolphins, and Jaguars, was the first to heat the dance floor of the Street Dance Festival Competition to spark ember of the colorful culture of Baguio City’s Panagbenga Festival through their spectacular performance - conservatively dressed as Igorots which is the tribe of Benguet.

“BRIDGES” with the theme of “Sustainable Goal Development” is an Entrepreneurial Skills Seminar Workshop that aims to develop the marketing, negotiating, and basic accounting skills and knowledge of the participants.

The event was composed of a series of talks having Ms. Erica Jimenez, CPA discuss the “Basic Income Statement”; Dr. Wilmark Ramos explains the topic “Marketing Centeredness”; a talk regarding “Entrepreneurial Skills” was given by Asst. Prof. Jose Geaga; and Mr. John Paul Lanot, a businessman and voice actor in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry – Tarlac, reveals the “Negotiating Skills” needed for developing entrepreneurial skills.

The seminar-workshop was said to be participated by hundreds of young entrepreneurs who actively contributed to the successful conduct of the event.

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the other hand, the San Isidro Campus claimed the first title and was hailed as back-to-back champions, with a total score of 95%, while the Lucinda Campus ended up in third place with a total score of 68%.

Meanwhile, Luzon Cluster, displaying the Panagbenga

The Luzon Cluster richly displayed Baguio City’s abundance of flowers and strawberries with every dance step they performed. The team unexpectedly ended up in second place, garnering a total score of 89%. This time, the Lucinda Campus has shifted their emotions from gloom to overwhelm after they bagged the championship title as they garnered a total score of 98% - while San Isidro Campus still took pride as they ended up the third-place with a total score of 77%.

TSU SAS IDIMSS observes National Indigenous Peoples Month

Rolhen Jeyk Constante Tarlac State University Student Affairs and Services

International Differently-abled Indigenous Marginalized Student Services (TSU SAS IDIMSS) celebrated National Indigenous Peoples Month through various online webinars and face-toface events last October 28.

With the theme “Pagtataguyod ng Pamayanang Kultural para sa isang Matatag na Pilipinas”, the online program started with an opening remarks by Dr.Rosana E. Pablico (Section Head of IDIMSS) followed by welcoming messages from Dr. Agnes M. Macaraeg (Vice

President of Student Affairs and Services), Dr. Arnold E. Velasco (University President) and Engineer Michael H. Baldonado, respectively. Intermissions from Mr.Paul Henrick Molina (IDIMSS Clerk) and TSU performing arts grazed the Zoom program.

The event proceeded with a webinar about Personality Development with Ms.Igielene T. Torato (CHRA Associate Counselor) as the speaker followed by SAS Head and Staff meeting. Face-to-face activities as Tiktok dance challenge, photography and slogan making transpired in the afternoon as a conclusion of the event.

TSU-SPU as College Publications will resume Limited On-Campus Operations

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With the intent to steer and advance the knowledge of college student publications regarding paperwork-making, the Student Publication Unit of Tarlac State University organized a Coaching and Mentoring program held at the Student Center Conference Room of TSU-Lucinda Campus last September 19, 2022. This seminar is an initiative to guide the TSU student publications concerning the proper way to create important documents, namely the General Plan of Action (GPOA), Budget Plan, Project Procurement Management Plan (PPMP), Liquidation Report, SPU System Forms and website updates, as a preparation for the budget hearing which was held the next day, September 20, 2022, wherein the college publications presented to the Finance Committee their accomplished GPOA, at the Audio Visual Room (AVR) in the College of Eng ineering Building.

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“we write to express,not to impress.”

Dr. Gladie Natherine G. Cabanizas, the SPU Head, boosted the morning with her words-of-wisdom-filled opening remarks, emphasizing the power of a student journalist’s pen and paper in leadership. Aside from Dr. Cabanizas, this program was supervised by resource speakers Mr. Daniel C. De Guzman and Ms. Janecel Ramos, and facilitators Mr. Fred Mico Siron and Ms. Danica Anna Garcia.

Simultaneously with the day of SPU Coaching and Mentoring, an oath taking ceremony was accomplished by the assembled selected representatives of each college publications, for them to pledge their journalistic responsibility of continually upholding the truth as the academic year unfolded. This was followed by the Certificate of Accreditation awarding, the purpose of which is to formally recognize the TSU student publication units as duly recognized to operate by the university.