REVIVAL Volume 31 Issue 1

The official student publication of University of Caloocan City

EDITORIAL BOARD P.Y. 2023 - 2024

The official student publication of University of Caloocan City

about the cover.

It’s been years since the world stopped due to the COVID-19 and even the universities had no escape from the threat of this virus. Since the world is little-by-little getting back to normal, the University of Caloocan City is currently reviving its golden pre-pandemic days as it opens faceto-face activities as well as reclaiming glories around the country— a resurgence. Despite the long-lasting effects brought by the pandemic, UCCians still retrieve its honor as we are now transitioning to the new normal world.

In this first-ever magazine of The New Crossroads since the pandemic entitled “Revival”, it provides different stories on how UCCians reclaim their glory by engaging in activities and competitions within, and outside the university.

THE NEW CROSSROADS & ITS NEW LOOK...

The fundamental idea of the logo is represented by the fist. It includes a monogram that explains both the abbreviation for TNC and UCC. On the left side, the two fingers that are visible conceal the meanings of the North and South campuses, Mission and Vision, Voice and Truth. As for the color, brown mirrors stability, firmness, and reliability that comprises the value of the publication.

The story behind the logo depicts the mission of campus journalism. As campus journalists, we need to fight for human rights and freedom with integrity. We should hold truth and justice as we serve the mass.

Catlleya C. Yee, LPT, MAEd Jeremiah R. Irarum

Dr. Bernadette B. Enriquez, LPT, CESE Assistant Technical Adviser - North

Student Publication Technical Adviser Assistant Technical Adviser - South

Atty. Roderick P. Vera, LLM

Ms. Carissa Erika Camua-Policarpio Managing Adviser Training & Development Adviser

Illustrated by: Jimmuel G. Agno

BANIQUED, HALO AVA Chief Photojournalist RABY, MARK RHICO Junior Photojournalist

EDITORIAL COMMITTEE

Chris Agustin • Jessica Luna • Mary Rose Joy Castillo • Maybelyn Claveria • Romel Alcasoda • Florlyn Veral • Christina Magno

Graphic Designer: Brian Jess Ragaza

UCC PRODUCES LICENSED PROFESSIONALS

With 1 to 10 first time BAR takers:

UCC COLLEGE OF LAW AMONG TOP PERFORMING LAW SCHOOLS IN PH

Written by Cynthia Fernandez

UCC secures the 3rd spot for Law Schools with highest number of passers that has one to ten BAR first-time candidates.

With 87.50% passing rate, 7 out of 8 UCCians passed the 2023 BAR Examination namely: Atty. Verona Baladad; Atty. Roland Gregory Dictado; Atty. Misha Ela Ferrer; Atty. Rodrigo Manluctao; Atty. Morris James Masalihit; Atty. Rey Martin Palisoc; and, Atty. Lyra Valdez.

In the 2022 BAR Examination, the UCC College of Law has produced its first five homegrown lawyers, namely; Atty. Sheena Hazel Belen, Atty. Roberto Damian, Atty. Krizia Pia, Atty. Amiel Secretario, and Atty. Michael Villalon

UCC BS ACCOUNTANCY RANKS 10TH IN 2022 CPALE

Written by Cynthia Fernandez

UCCians from Bachelor of Science in Accountancy passed the Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination (CPALE) 2022 with an average score of 44.75% in the list of top performing schools for first time exam takers and an average of 25.84% in the national passing rates.

Eight Uccians nabbed a spot on the list of passers namely: Kristine May A. Alay-ay, Catherine M. Arriola, Reynaldo A. Corpuz Jr., Zander Leo R. Dela Cruz, Jeremy D.G. Javier, Christian Job B. Reniedo, Paul Frances L. Umayao, and Rheyna B. Yagin.

143 UCCIANS PASS 2023 BLEPT

Written by Cynthia Fernandez

The University of Caloocan City made another milestone in the 2023 Board Licensure

Examination for Professional Teachers (BLEPT) as 143 UCCians passed the said examination.

First time takers from Elementary level got 97.14% against the national percentage of 40.76%, while 80.00% for Secondary Level against the national percentage of 46.94%.

TNC EDITORIAL BOARD TAKES OATH OF OFFICE

Written by Summer Jane Dasing

The new set of The New Crossroads Editorial Board for publication year 2023 to 2024, took an oath of office precided by Caloocan City Mayor Dale Gonzalo “Along” Malapitan on April 3, 2023 at the Caloocan City Hall.

Mayor Malapitan officiated the pledge of the new editorial board members, witnessed by the university OIC Marilyn T. De Jesus, DPA, TNC Training and Development Adviser Carissa Erika Camua-Policarpio, Technical Adviser Dr. Bernadette B. Enriquez, and Asst. Technical Adviser Prof. Catlleya C. Yee.

Mayor Malapitan commended the students and stated that she firmly believes that the student publication functions as an important platform that shares the essential issues and concerns to the management with the intent to get those problems acknowledged appropriately.

In addition, Mayor Malapitan said that he has often regarded the student publication as an independent voice of the school community which aims to help the administration improve their service for the welfare of the students, as well as the community.

UCC LAUNCHES FRESHMEN ADMISSION ONLINE APPOINTMENT SYSTEM

Written by Alyssa Nicole Vargas

For the first time in the history of University of Caloocan City, the 2023 UCC Freshmen Admission Test will be facilitated online as the university launches the Freshmen Admission Appointment System (FAAS) initiated by the UCC MIS and UCC VP for Administration Dr. Wenald H. Lopez.

In adherence to the City Government of Caloocan’s thrust headed by Mayor Dale Gonzalo “Along” Malapitan to avoid the spread of COVID-19 and to limit the number of applicants on campus per day, aspiring UCCians must fill out the online application first and wait for an Appointment Confirmation Booking via email before proceeding to the campus for submission of requirements.

The FAAS was first introduced in 2020 to give incoming first-year students a chance to still submit and have their appointments amidst the ongoing threat of the pandemic, but it was temporarily put on hold.

This was also the same system that the university used from 2021 to 2022 for scheduling and admitting new applicants.

However, there are various reports that this system also has its downsides; most of the applicants are saying that they cannot access the website, the link is not accessible for them, or frequently, the system is down. “Bakit after masagutan yung appointment date, ang tagal mag

loading? Naka ilang ulit tuloy ako…” a Facebook anonymous user commented on one of the UCC - The New Crossroads FB post.

The new feature functions in the same manner in 2020, but it became more organized and more inclusive. The website also offers Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to clarify confusion and concerns. Graduates from Batch 2022-2023 may fill out the application form through the official website of the university.

UCCIANS PARTICIPATE IN 2022 DOST-RSTW

Written by Trisha Mae Rodrigueza

The Department of Science and Technology – NCR brought the amusement of science to UCC Congressional Campus as they conducted Regional Science and Technology Week (RSTW) 2022 on December 1 to 3, last year.

DOST-RSTW, a yearly regional celebration that highlights the significant contributions of science and technology, offered different discussions, booths, and activities in which UCCians participated. The Payaman team of Dexty MN, MGamer Corp., and other mobile game developers provided insights into the development of games as a profession and discussed their distinct perspectives on mobile gaming, highlighting the value of science and technology in the creative industry.

Entertaining and interactive science and technology exhibits and food & local products booths were also carried out during the 3-day event.

On the final day of DOSTRSTW, students from Caloocan National Science and Technology High School, Malabon National High School, and Navotas National Science High School participated in a City Modeling Competition to highlight how young people envision sustainable communities in the next 50 years.

Dr. Mudjekeewis Santos, Academician of the National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST-PHL), Dr. Raul Fabella, and Dr. Lourdes Cruz, National Scientists, also attended the event and imparted their knowledge in STEM Fair

Symposium for the Youth.

In great collaboration with the administration of the University of Caloocan City, DOST-NCR has successfully launched the week-long science and technology celebration.

PHOTO BY: Maybelyn Claveria

UCC-SSC CONDUCTS MUSIC FESTIVAL FOR A CAUSE

Written by Royce Escarez

To give relaxation after a tough first half of the Academic Year 2022-2023, the UCC Supreme Student Council successfully conducted the first-ever grand music festival for a cause dubbed as “Music Festival 2022: Dec-Serve Ko ‘To” in Kalayaan National High School on December 21, 2022.

The event accommodated over 2,500 attendees, including UCCians and Caloocan residents resulting in a joyous and relaxing gathering that every student deserved following the tightness of academic workloads during the semester.

The UCC-SSC managed to invite bands and artists within and outside the city to serenade and make the audience sing from the top of their lungs, such as FIKA, The Happy Pill, AUGUSTUS, Beyond the Sign, Calle Onse, AVI, syd hartha, Bita and the Botflies, NOBITA, and some DJs.

Also present at the event were Glena and Vosso Fanna, both UCCians and university Battle of the

Band champions for the last few years, who have shared their artistry and proved how talented the UCCians are in the field of music. To maintain a peaceful yet fun and safe music festival, the event was assisted by the UCC College of Criminology, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and a Medical Team standing by around the area.

Despite the successful first leg of the fest, the supposed Day 2 of the said event on December 23 has been canceled due to some aspects related to safety, security, and the ticketing system. “Factors concerning safety, security, and ticket sales of the December 23 leg helped us come up with the Decision to CANCEL THE EVENT,” the UCC-SSC explained on the event’s official Facebook page.

However, the Student Council assured that UCCians have something great to look forward to as they provide a sneak peek of the next big event in 2023.

UCC GAD CONDUCTS SEMINAR

Written by Jochelle Valenzuela

The UCC Gender and Development (GAD) office conducted a series of seminars with the theme “Enhancing Well-being and Promoting a Safe Learning Environment” in celebration of Women’s Month on March 21, 24, and 28 on different campuses from South and North.

UCC Guidance Counselor Ms. Marjorie Tiu and Ms. Renifer Francisco of Philippine Council for Women discussed gender & mental health care and the implementation of gender and development in the country.

Ms. Tiu highlighted in her discourse how gender affects managing

PHOTO COURTESY: John Dave Brion

PHOTO COURTESY: Maybeline Claveria

In celebration of 2023 Women’s Month:

COMMUNICATION RESEARCH CONFERENCE: FIRST BIG IN-PERSON COMEBACK EVENT IN 2023

Written by Chris Agustin

Despite a few unforeseen times that caused postponements, the Communication major students at the University of Caloocan City (UCC) have persistently concluded their annual Research Conference (ResCon) on February 26, 2023, at the Congressional Extension Campus.

ResCon is a yearly-held event by the Languages and Communication Department to give 4thyear BA Communication Advocates a platform to present their research papers. It was the first big event in the university that was approved and conducted in 2023, according to Department Head Catlleya C. Yee.

Following the theme “A Community Gathering for the Leaders of Tomorrow,” this year’s conference was inspired by the famous show “TEDx Talks,” which gave the committee the name of the event “UCCTalks.”

Of more than 20 research papers, 11 topics were presented at the conference— 5 were selected and encouraged to participate at the Communication International Research Conference 2023.

The following is the list of the presenters, along with their thesis titles, who have been selected:

stress and the importance of self-care for one’s mental health. On the other hand, the second speaker Ms. Francisco elaborated the execution of gender and development in the country and explained RA 11313 or also known as the Anti-Bastos Law.

This event was made possible through the efforts of the UCC Gender and Development Director Dr. Eloisa Mackay, with the support of the Vice President for Administra

Dr. Bernadette Enriquez, Director for Research and Publications and Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Mr. John Josua Medallada, a UCC alumnus, Licensed Professional Teacher, and Registered Language Consultant, were the speakers of the said conference.

Caloocan City Vice Mayor Karina Teh, who was also a Communication major student in her college, also attended the event and provided some advice on how to succeed in the program.

tion Dr. Wenald Lopez, the Campus Administrators Dr. Dionisio Reyes & Prof. Rey Jetajobe, and other university officials, faculty, and staff.

During the series of events, the university OIC Dr. Marilyn T. De Jesus inspired the students to create a happy and safe learning environment through love, care, support, and respect for one another. Dr. De Jesus also encouraged the university officials to provide the best services and to

challenge the students to meet the vision and mission set by Mayor Dale “Along” Malapitan and Congressman Oscar “Oca” Malapitan.

The UCC-GAD aims to develop a wide perspective and process that are participatory and empowering, equitable, sustainable, free from violence, respectful of human rights, supportive of self-determination and actualization of human potentials.

FIVE GROUPS OF RESEARCHERS WHO HAVE BEEN SELECTED TO PRESENT AT COMMUNICATION INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CONFERENCE 2023

UCC CSD BAGS AWARDS IN APPCON 2022: TEAM TRAVIS HAILS AS GRANDWINNER

Written by John Dave Brion

University of Caloocan City Computer Studies Department (UCC-CSD) students received 3 out of 6 major awards in AppCon 2022 as they presented superb and creative entries in the Invitational Development Contest at Ramon Magsaysay Center, today, April 30.

Team Travis of UCC-CSD South hailed as the grand winner of AppCon 2022, on the other hand, team FMS received the Best Technology Award and team Siomai got the Most Creative Award. Moreover, other participants from UCC also acquired special awards.

University of Caloocan City competed with other prestigious schools such as Polytechnic University of the Philippines, University of the Philippines, San Beda University, Asia Pacific College of Advanced Studies, and Technological Institute of the Philippines.

AppCon, with the aim to resolve social issues in the country, is a web and mobile application contest of different participating schools founded by the President of OTis Inc. (Japan) in collaboration with ITCareer.ph, ITHured Philippines Inc., and the Philippines Society of Information Technology Educators (PSITE).

UCCIANS RECEIVE RECOGNITION FROM DILG SEARCH FOR BEST DIGITAL IEC

Written by John Dave Brion

Three University of Caloocan City students received recognition in the Search for the Best Digital IEC on Promoting Healthy and Drug-Free Lifestyle for the Youth conducted by the Department of the Interior and Local Government in October, last year, in Manila Hotel.

With the theme “Kabataan ay Kalingain, Kalusugan ay Panatilihin, Ilegal na Droga ay Sugpuin”, contestants of the said competition presented different creative mico-learning videos and digital arts.

Showcasing their talents in the said categories, here are the UCCians who received special awards in the competition: Kenneth C. Leal (Digital Art Category 1st Runner Up); Bryan R. Sison (Micro-Learning Video Category 2nd Runner Up); and Allen James G. Sanchez (Micro-Learning Video Category 3rd Runner Up).

Aside from the recognition from the competition, the three UCCians also received Outstanding Citizen Award from the Caloocan Local Government Unit.

UCC JPIANS CONQUER NFJPIA NATIONAL MID-YEAR CONVENTION

Written by Alyssa Nicole Vargas

Ten students from the Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (JPIA) of the University of Caloocan City conquered the 25th National Federation of Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants National Mid-Year Convention (NMYC) as they won in different categories of the competition.

This year’s three-day conference was held from March 20 to 23, 2023, at the Mezzo Hotel in Cebu City, and was attended by hundreds of delegates from various colleges and universities around the country.

Teams from the university’s College of Business and Accountancy won the following categories in the NMYC Academic League: Hanielyn B. Belaro (15th NAQDOWN 4th Runner Up & Tax Accounting Playoffs Champion); Joemar C. Box (FAR Quiz Bee Champion & AFAR Quiz Bee Champion); Mary Joy S. Dadulla (Tax Accounting Playoffs Champion); Jon Mark E. Adona (RFBT Quiz Bee 1st Runner Up & AFAR Quiz Bee Finalist); Carl Luiz L. Fabula (RFBT Quiz Bee Finalist & Audit Quiz Bee Finalist); Alyssa Noreen M. Castillo, Genesis Mae Cervantes, and Mario Josua R. Liberato (Tax Case Crash 1st Runner Up); lastly, Nicole Andrea B. Linsao (NFJPIA’s Dance Crew Champion).

UCC ENGLISH - CHINESE FRESHMEN PASS CHINESE PROFICIENCY EXAM

Written by Aliyah Grace Comendador

With a passing rate of 92.86%, thirteen 1st year students from University of Caloocan City Bachelor in Secondary Education Major in English-Chinese (BSEd-EngChi) passed the Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) Level II Test or Chinese Proficiency Exam in March this year.

The exam was taken on March 11, 2023 in an online set-up using a software client specifically made for HSK takers and the result was announced on the 21st day of the same month.

With their hard-work and strong dedication these are the UCC BSEd-EngChi students who pass the said examination: Hannah Mae M. Avingoza, Seira Elaine D. Delos Santos, Alliyah Collene R. Diciembre, Ma. Ella G. Empiengco, Rinoa Marie Amalia Z. Laxa, Dara Faith P. Marquez, Darianne G. Mendoza, John Mark Khean S. Oracion, Asher Klein Pioquinto, Monica G. Pugales, Maureen Aika B. Subang, Paula Simone Todio, and Maria Jessica G. Yu.

The Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi is an international standardized exam that assesses non-native Chinese speakers’ abilities in using the Chinese language in their daily academic lives.

WE ARE READY, BUT WE CAN BE MORE PREPARED

Written by John Dave Brion

In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic devastated the whole world that even academes couldn’t evade. A lot of schools are forced to resume classes through online modality— including the University of Caloocan City.

Almost 3 years have passed and even though the threat of pandemic still exists, schools have started to bring back the traditional way of classes gradually. In UCC, different programs are now transitioning from online class to face-to-face, specially on sessions that involve the student’s major courses.

The University of Caloocan City carefully prepared the transitions of the modality of classes. They established a plan that will benefit not only the students but the faculty as well. The administration made a system where students will only go to the campus if their class requires them to do so— usually major courses.

Students are required to bring their vaccination cards to prove that they’re somehow safe from the virus. UCCians are also encouraged to download the Stay Safe Application showing their health status. Before entering the university premises, a temperature check is required as well. Lastly, students and faculty need to fill-up the log book first for tracing purposes.

The aforementioned are proof that the University of Caloocan City did prepare for traditional classes. However, are those things enough so we can finally go back to full face-to-face? Aside from health related protocols, there are a lot of problems inside and outside the institution that we need to settle first before going back to a full face-to-face set up.

First, the rooms and facilities of the university. Observing the situations within the buildings, some programs do not have their own rooms to have their class. This is very evident in Congressional Campus during the examinations where almost all of the programs are present to take their test. Having no other choices, classes are conducted in the Social Hall where there is no proper ventilation. Schools are the second of a student, but can you still call it a “home” if there’s no comfort at all? Aside from facilities of the university, another concern is the current situation of our transportation system. Any mode of transportation will lessen the time consumed of a student when going to school or on their

consumed of a student when going to school or on their home. However, that’s not the case nowadays. Another big problem for face-to-face classes is the financial stability of the student. Due to the pandemic, a lot of Filipino people lost their jobs and they are currently in the state of recovery in their financial status. We all know that UCC promotes a quality education that is not expensive, but we cannot deny that a student needs money to survive college days as they need to afford uniforms, school supplies, transportation fares, meals, and other things. Privilege is something that not everyone has.

Lastly, even though we have low cases of COVID-19; we are still in the middle of a pandemic. In fact, last April 25 to May 1, the Department of Health reported a total of 1,399 cases of the virus. A small number if we think but we do not know whether that number would increase or not if we take it not so seriously. Therefore, strong health protocols must be observed as always.

These are just some of the problems that we need to address, before going to a full face-to-face class. The University admins together with the Local Government Unit have already done what they can and we appreciate that. However, they can offer more for the sake of UCCians and even students within Caloocan.

Through giving attention and solutions to aforementioned problems and concerns, it will definitely help the lives of every scholar, student, teacher, and anyone within the schools.

University of Caloocan City is indeed ready for the full face-to-face class, however, we can be more prepared for it.

ILLUSTRATION BY PRINCESS LAMELA

BEHOLD, THE NEW ENGINEERING CAMPUS OF UNIVERSITY OF CALOOCAN

CITY IS READY TO OPEN

Written by Summer Jane Dasing

“The road to success is always under construction.”

A popular phrase that most of us encountered in our life but that won’t be the case for our future scholars as the new campus for the University of Caloocan City will soon open its doors to aspiring engineers.

Determined to offer the chance to cultivate and further develop the students’ expertise and skills, a total of 2,973.6 sq.m floor area is utilized for a four storey building and is constructed to have 10 classrooms, 2 Computer Rooms, and 2 Science Laboratories.

Meanwhile, Cong. Oca Malapitan also shared and assured the public in the project overview that the building will feature a minimalist and modern architecture that will have clean lines, shapes and basic textures in which it is considered as a good strategy of learning as the atmosphere surrounding the facility is critical when it comes to the increase of students’ attention. Having a relaxed and calm mind is essential in order for the students to focus in their lectures in addition to their motivation to learn.

The UCC College of Engineering will offer Industrial Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Engineering programs. But hold on, there’s more, the new UCC extension will also offer business-related programs. Vice President for Administration, Engr. Wenald H. Lopez will serve as the Dean of the College of Engineering. It is set to open in academic year 2024-2025.

On the other hand, this incredible accomplishment would not have been possible without the efforts of the Caloocan Local Government Unit and the significant contribution of the project’s main asset, Puregold Inc., which will finance and cater all of the project’s expenses. Congressman Oca Malapitan shared and acknowledged his gratitude toward Puregold as the City Government’s partner in bringing this project to existence as a further sign of appreciation.

The groundbreaking ceremony for this campus happened on June 14, 2021 at Bagong Silang Phase 8A, Barangay 176, North Caloocan. The presence of the former Mayor Oscar Malapitan, now Congressman, as well as former Rep. Along Malapitan, now Mayor, UCC OIC Marilyn De Jesus, DPA, and other university officials had been recognized during the ceremony.

With the help of this new accomplishment, there is no doubt that Caloocan students who want to pursue engineering will definitely be prepared to be leaders in their fields and communities. Indeed, this project aims to promote a free and quality education to all of the future scholars of Caloocan City.

Padayon and see you soon, future Engineers!

PHOTO BY ENGR. WENALD LOPEZ

AVR CAMARIN AT YOUR SERVICE!

Written by Summer Jane Dasing

Thinking of a place to host your event? Or simply conduct a seminar? Well then, University of Caloocan City has a perfect place just for you. May we present the Audio Visual Room located at the University of Caloocan, Camarin Campus which will surely provide a worthwhile experience for everyone who wishes to have a productive form of event that will definitely entertain not just the students but as well as the guests.

This place has a fully furnished and well maintained room composed of a high definition projector, sophisticated sound and light equipment that will easily bring the event to life.

Antoinette A. Gazzingan, a 3rd year Bachelor of Science Entrepreneurial Management student, said in her interview that using the AVR as a place for their seminar was a privilege as it was able to enhance the quality of teaching and learning activities of the students.

“I strongly encourage other programs to hold their events at our AVR since it offers a wide range of audiovisual resources and can accommodate up to 200 people which makes it perfect for conducting any event.” she added.

With that being said, there’s no doubt that AVR undeniably serves its purpose of delivering a clearly presented material in an effective way as it allows the students to engage, learn and understand whatever is being conveyed and could stimulate their enthusiasm.

We cannot deny that our AVR in Camarin Campus is an essential venue that is indeed suitable for accomplishing a successful event.

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PHOTOS BY MAYBELYN CLAVERIA & HALO AVA BANIQUED

JUNIOR MARKETING STUDENTS SHOWCASE VARIOUS CREATIVE BRIEFINGS

Written by John Dave Brion

creativity of students in developing promotions of certain products— a skill required in their chosen field. The clash between the future marketers was initiated as the ingenious TV commercials were presented on the big screen, followed by the print advertisements, and lastly, brand presentation.

Assessed by the evaluative jury composed of:

Mr. Drexler Veñegas, Ms. Shane Aquino, Ms. Jane Somosot, Mr. Chuck Alilin, Mr. Kenneth Leal, Ms. Katrina Dela Cruz, Mr. Armel Samson, and Ms. Ciara Ricablanca.

The University of Caloocan City (UCC) Junior Marketing students demonstrated what it takes to be a part of the industry as they showcased their artistry through creative briefings competition on April 26, 2023, at Social Hall, South Campus

The competition showcased eye-catching TV commercials, print advertisements, and brand presentations. The 5th Advertising Clash was organized by the 3rd year BSBA Marketing Management students from UCC South Campus with the supervision of Event Management advisers Prof. Seth Carlo Naniong and Prof. Gerald Operaña.

With a theme of “Pirate of Pirates Watch Ahead: Adventure Awaits,” the competition promotes the

The best group in each category has been decided, namely: Team Koopers (TV Commercial Grand Champion); Team Mundo (TV Commercial 1st Runner Up & Print Advertisement 1st Runner Up);

Team Holistay (TV Commercial 2nd Runner Up, Print Advertisement 2nd Runner Up, & Brand Presentation 1st Runner Up); Team Work It (Print Advertisement Grand Champion & Brand Presentation 2nd Runner Up); Team Killer Smileeeee (Brand Presentation Grand Champion); lastly, Team O My Quad (Brand Presentation 2nd Runner Up).

CBA Prof. Seth Naniong ended the competition as he delivered his closing remarks expressing gratitude to the faculty, judges, organizers, and everyone present at the event.

UCC COLLEGES CROWN KINGS, QUEENS

Written by John Dave Brion

Hail to the Kings and Queens of UCC as the university colleges’ respective candidates flaunted beauty and displayed wit in their quest for colleges’ ambassadors for goodwill.

The following UCCians took the crown as they proved what it takes to be a King and Queen:Ms. Carla Lyhnel T. Alolod and Mr.

Reimart Fabros (Mr. and Ms. Criminology 2023); Ms. Raquel Tero, Mr. Cedric Ruiz, and Ms. Justine Camacho (Mr., Ms., and Queen CBA Faces 2023 - UCC South); and, Ms. Zahara Sattar, Mr. Dave Lowell Mabalot, and Ms. Ralph Lester Bellen (Mr., Ms., and Mx., CBA Faces 2023 - UCC Camarin).

Despite the hiatus brought about by

the pandemic, CBA Faces and Mr. and Ms. Criminology still prove the beauty of UCCians will always remain beyond any form of challenges.

CBA Faces and Mr. and Ms. Criminology were organized in April 2023 to celebrate the colleges’ respective fairs along various sporting events.

PHOTO BY GRESHELLA GOJO

Mr., Ms. & Queen CBA Faces 2023 (UCC South)

Mr. & Ms. Criminology 2023

Mr., Ms. & Mx. Queen CBA Faces 2023 (UCC Camarin)

RISE AND SPEAK!: UCC LEADERS ASSEMBLE

Written by Royce Escarez

Student leaders and organizations assembled to unify as they attended the Council of President Leadership Training Summit 2022 with the theme “Volume Up Revamping Premium Version of Leadership” on October 27 to 28, last year.

The event was led by the University of Caloocan City’s highest student body, the Supreme Student Council. At this important ceremony, the SSC Executive Committee-South Mr. Reign Salibio, and Executive Committee-North Ms. Alexandra Alama served as the official conference chair.

Leaders and representatives from various organizations, both academic and non-academic, engaged in this significant event to discuss the role of leaders in preserving peace and order on the Campus premises, as well as the importance of effective communication and interpersonal connections for students.

After the speakers shared their words of wisdom with the audience, Prof. Jessie Jheck R. Tamayo, the assistant to the Vice President for Quality Assurance and Accreditation, presented certificates for the accredited academic and non-academic organizations at UCC North Campus.

The general plan of every council activity for the academic year 2022-2023 was given at the Camarin Campus by SSC-OIC President Reynaldo Santos Jr.

CAFÉ MINUTE: A WORTH OF YOUR TIME!

Written by Jeyn Robles

Part of the school curriculum is to execute a work immersion that allows individuals to stimulate their skills and talents in order to use them professionally outside of the school premises. This will help them to sharpen their work ethics, attitude, competencies, and specialization which will guide them to their future workplace.

The Technology and Livelihood Education- Home Economics 3A from the University of Caloocan City-North Congressional Campus executed their work immersion at the Campus premises which gives them a challenge on how to properly set up their business whereas it can be noticeable and attractive to the customer to try their service.

In compliance with School Food Service Management and Entrepreneurship as well as through the guidance of their professor Decina M. Francisco, the BTLE-HE Coordinator, the BTLED-HE work immersion occurred and began on the 14th of April and will last until June since the student’s work immersion has 150 rendered hours for them to complete the compliance.

The BTLED-HE 3A students named their food business “ Cafe Minute” which has a vision to serve drinks and snacks within a minute.

Monica D. Limet, the Chief Executive Officer of Cafe Minute stated the struggles and challenges that their section faced while making Cafe Minute into life such as making

Cafe Minute into life such as making numerous technical papers for approval before they can proceed in executing their business plan, the place that they can use inside of the school premises, and how they can have an engagement with the other UCCians and promote their business to visit their cafe.

On the other hand, Marlo L. Espenilla, Secretary/Supervisor of Cafe Minute shared how their business gradually grew and bloomed inside of the campus premises despite the challenges that they have faced. According to him, their strategy focuses on how to deal with customers like approaching and inviting them instead of waiting for the customers to come.

PHOTOS BY RHICO RABY

SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS CUTIE: LEARN FROM YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS

Written by Aliyah Grace Comendador

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur who wants to start a business but doesn’t know how to begin? Don’t worry as Henry Ford stated that, “Whether you think you can or you can’t, you are right.” It is not always easy to start everything, especially when you have doubts about yourself, unless you change the way you think. You will never know unless you try.

Let’s now take a glimpse and be inspired by these young entrepreneurs in their successful business food stalls, which will give us hope and goals on how to begin our business and obtain a progressive future.

The University of Caloocan City (UCC) South Campus Young Entrepreneur Food Stall started on the 4th day of October 2022 and ended on the 20th day of April 2023. Professor Charrie Maniquis, the professor of Business Implementation, was the one who conducted this project for all 4th year Entrepreneur students as part of their requirement on their subject Business Implementation 1 and 2.

For this year’s batch, there are two sections that include six groups which feature a variety of food businesses. However, just like any other business they also encountered hindrances upon starting their food stall These are the three biggest

He also stated that every bit of their cafe construction was made from scratch while most of the equipment that they used was borrowed only thus their creativity helps them to avoid being short with their budget since only the needed ingredients for their product are the only thing that they buy. A legacy — that is how the BTLED-HE 3A describes Cafe Minute because this is the first time that there is an affordable cafe inside the campus premises

dilemmas that they faced: (1) Lack. of training. We all know that training is important in any organization you are in. It helps a business earn more profit and improve its overall productivity. (2) Conflict in terms of ingredient’s availability. Ingredients are important to make the food delectable. If a stream of customers obtain their products at the same time, there’s a tendency that their operation will be temporarily postponed or they’ll rush to the nearest supermarket for restocking. (3) Lastly, the target market. Most of their customers are students since their stall is closest to the university but for other people it’s not really accessible as it is easy to be overlooked.

However, despite experiencing those struggles, all the 4th-year entrepreneurship students stand their ground. They continue to believe in their strengths, talents, and abilities in order for them to achieve their desired goals and finally succeed.

John Llyod E. Agas, a 4thyear student in BS Entrepreneurship 4B, is one of the students behind the food stalls. Agas shared in his interview that undergoing the challenge in their food stall helps them to be trained on how to implement businesses and how to be a risk taker.

He also advised the next students who will do the Young Entrepreneur Food Stall that willingness

in which students can hang out and relax while enjoying a cup of coffee/tea. Cafe Minute also projects how to withstand hardship despite limited resources and restrictions.

Indeed, Cafe Minute is worth your time to visit the place and be fascinated by the joy that their product brings to your stomach. Satisfy your cravings and thirst with the mouth-watering taste of Cafe Minute!

and dedication are the formulas to grow as a good entrepreneur student. Through their determination and willingness, their food stall business is a success!

Just like the young entrepreneurs from UCC, there might be some challenges that will hinder you from making a successful business, but through determination and willingness you will definitely ace your goal!

PHOTOS BY YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS SOCIETY SOUTH

PHOTO BY MS. CATLLEYA YEE

UCC HEROES SILVER SQUAD RETURNS WITH A BANG AFTER WINNING SEVERAL

COMPETITIONS

Written by Zandrea Mae Gagote

Loud and blaring with cheers and congratulations, UCC Heroes Silver Squad made their victorious comeback after winning several competitions they participated in this year.

After almost three years of hiatus from competing due to the pandemic, the team made their memorable comeback after they won Third Place at the Milo Marathon Cheerdance Competition 2023, held at Mall of Asia Open Grounds, Pasay City, on March 26.

They also dominated the Eat Bulaga stage and won against the City University of Pasay at Sayaw Bulaga segment of the noontime show on April 26. After winning the daily round, they competed in the weekly finals last April 29, and their feat continued winning the title of weekly finals champion.

Despite the team’s triumphant comeback, they also faced struggles bringing back the squad’s shape. Head Coach Hans Christian Horne revealed that it has been difficult to regain the squad’s passion and physicality following a two-year break because of the pandemic.

But the Heroes Silver Squad’s determination to compete again made them unstoppable. They exhibited their exquisite moves and impressive routine in various competitions, proving they still have the prowess to claim numerous triumphs.

Head Coach Horne expressed his joy for the team, saying he is more proud than anybody else and delighted with how far the UCC Heroes Silver Squad has progressed. He also stated that he feels happy that all of the team’s efforts have paid off and that the squad has earned a name for itself in the world of cheerleading.

Coach Horne added that the UCC Heroes Silver Squad is open, and the team is happy to welcome new members, any UCCIANS who are interested to join are free to audition for the team.

“We’re currently opening the team sa lahat ng Yusisista na gustong mag-cheerleading, may experience man o wala,– lahat ay pwede namang sumali, basta i-message lang nila yung page ng UCC (Hero Silver Squad) or lapit lang sila sa kahit na sinong player na makikita nila sa school.”

He also hoped that if the university completely allowed sports activities, they would soon post auditions for aspiring squad members on their Facebook page.

PHOTO BY UCC SILVERSQUAD