NOVEMBER 22-23, 2013

ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY

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contents
Wealth of Nations?.............................................. 3 About Ateneo Economics Association............... 4 About Ateneo Youth Economics Summit 2013........................................................ 5 YES 101................................................................. 6 Application Procedure........................................ 12 Payment Process..................................................13 Important Reminders/Contact us..................... 15 Accommodations................................................ 16 Appendix: Contest Mechanics........................... 17

Wealth of Nations?
In 1776, there was this man named Adam Smith who wrote a treatise entitled An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations. Cited as the Father of Modern Economics, Smith ushered an era ultimately leading to the development of modern economics and free markets, coming from a reflection of what was going on during the Industrial Revolution. With his concepts such as the invisible hand, political economy, and what would become classical economics, Wealth of Nations as Smiths magnum opus revolutionized the way people saw societyand the way we buy, sell and what really happens in the process. So, what have all of these got to do with the Ateneo Youth Economics Summit 2013? Apart from the economics reference, honestly, everything is just a pun. But for us, its more than that. We believe that today, the same title applies to our generation: the youth. We believe that the youth is the wealth of nations: and with this knowledge, our teams most heartfelt goal is to raise up a generation in nation-building, economic consciousness and literacy, and a heart to serve ones nationraising up a generation one student at a time Thus we invite you to take part in this years biggest youth summit on economicsWealth of Nations: Ateneo Youth Economics Summit 2013. Please do take time to read the rest of the primer and join us in making this summit a success. Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam!

about the ateneo economics association

The Ateneo Economics Association (AEA) is the premier economics organization of the Ateneo de Manila University. For over half a century now, AEA has been the champion in promoting economics as a tool for socio-economic development both inside and outside the university, as well as organizing activities such as competitions and fora to allow students and professionals alike to engage in discourse and learn to love the subject of economics even more. While AEA is the home organization of AB Economics and AB Economics-Honors students, the organization is still very diverse. With more than 250 members, AEA is a melting pot of students from different degrees ranging from, BS Chemistry to AB Social Sciences and BS Management Engineering, the AEA population is wellrepresented. The Ateneo Economics Association through the years has worked with big names and institutions. Recently, AEA has been graced with the participation of former President Fidel Ramos, President Benigno Simeon Aquino III and many experts in the field of economics. And for this years Youth Economics Summit, Senator Teofisto Guingona III and Gawad Kalinga Founder Antonio Meloto shall be gracing us with their presence.

about the ateneo youth economics summit 2013

Wealth of Nations: Ateneo Youth Economics Summit 2013 is an annual two-day conference of high school students which aims to ignite the interest of the youth in the field of economics and to stimulate economic literacy and consciousness through fun and engaging talks, group dynamics, forums and contests. Ateneo YES 2013 will be held on November 22-23, 2013 at the Ateneo de Manila University campus in Loyola Heights, Quezon City. This years Ateneo YES to focus on the youth as the wealth of nations with emphasis on their role in economics-related avenues for nation building. As such, we intend to: (a) introduce basic yet relevant economic concepts concerning current affairs through a series of talks, forums, group dynamics and workshops; and (b) promote economic consciousness and awareness through competitions such as a quiz bee, an extemporaneous speaking contest and a poster making contest.

What can you expect from this years Ateneo YES? Here are a few of the things we have in store for you!

We have invited an amazing bunch of Ateneo alumnus who will be discussing the different current realities and the youths roles to play in the near future. About the speakers:

Senator Teofisto TG Guingona III

TG is a champion of good governance who listens to people, understands their problems, and strives to find and innovate methods to address them. This is what the Ateneo Economics (and Law) Alumnuss website says about the good senator. Learn more from him and his advocacy as he discusses Economics and Good Governance in Ateneo YES 2013!

Antonio Tony Meloto

Founder of Gawad Kalinga Foundation: This dreamers one dream is simple: to end poverty and see no man a squatter in his own homeland. Equipped with a heart for God and for others and with an Ateneo Economics diploma from 71, Tony set out to establish Gawad Kalinga, and he will talk more about this in his keynote speech on in Ateneo YES 2013.

Dr. Noel de Guzman, PhD

Former Chairperson of the Ateneo Department of Economics: One of The Ateneo Economics Departments top calibre professors, in his talk Why Bother With Economics? will engage high school students with the fact that Economics IS important and vital for a successful society (and yes, even for a successful individual). Coming with a doctorate degree from the Jesuits Fordham University in the United States, Dr. de Guzman, who also authored Ateneos General Economics textbook entitled Economics and Society, will surely ignite ones interest and understanding of economics. Catch him in Ateneo YES 2013!

The speakers arent the only ones who will be talking. We highly encourage you guys as well (this is for you!) to voice out your thoughts, opinions, and suggestions regarding the different topics that will be discussed.

One of the main events of YES will be the Economics Quiz Bee for the teams from different schools to battle it out in different rounds, to find out who has the E(conomic) Factor over the other schools.

This is an opportunity for your schools best speaker to show everyone your excellence in expressing ones understanding on current events and general economic ideas and deliver on-the-spot speeches regarding different economic principles. What do you know, you can be the top orator!

The poster-making contest encourages artistic expression on what it means for the youth to be the wealth of nations.

FOR ALL CONTESTS, THERE WILL ALSO BE CASH PRIZES FOR THE WINNERS!

Think were all theory? Think again! Well have a market simulation wherein you will be faced with the different scenarios that happen in the real world and deal with it as it affects not only you, but the whole economy as well!

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Take a stroll around Ateneo, and see the studying (and relaxing) environment of the students.

Of course, YES isnt just about learning. We want you to have fun as well! You will participate in different games and activities that will expand your network and help you form unforgettable bonds with other people.

Wealth of Nations: Ateneo Youth Economics Summit 2013 will truly teach us a lot, make us understand the world were living in today and do both things in the best and most fun way possible!

See you on November 22-23!

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Application for Ateneo Youth Economics Summit is easy as 1, 2, 3 4!

Download the registration kit at

tinyurl.com/AteneoYES2013AppForm
Fill up all the necessary information in the registration form found in the registration kit. The application kit contains one (1) application form. Please do not leave any field blank for incomplete forms will not be processed. E-mail all necessary documents at ateneoyes2013@gmail.com.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS ON NOVEMBER 6, 2013 11:59PM.

Kindly wait for a confirmation e-mail that will be sent by the team giving you the official list of your participants.

Payment procedure is found on page 13 of this primer. Registration fee is P500 (per participant) to be paid before November 8, 2013. The registration fee is inclusive of two lunch meals, snacks, conference kit and summit materials. For more details, please refer to the next pages!

WHO CAN JOIN?

High School Students accompanied by at least one (1) duly authorized school personnel (teacher, principal, etc.) Note: School personnel are considered participants and must pay the registration fee.

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In order to facilitate a systematic method of payment, the following guidelines are to be strictly implemented. You can only pay after you have received confirmation of your application. For over the counter payments, the steps are as follow: 1. Go to the nearest or most convenient Metrobank Trust Co. (MBTC) Branch. 2. Secure a copy of Metrobanks Payment Slip and field the required information/details; a. Company Name: Ateneo De Manila University b. Subscriber Name: Name of Paying CLIENT/s (includes participants, coach, observers) c. Reference Number: Ateneo YES application fee d. Subscriber Number: 115 e. Mode of Payment: Choose from the following: Cash/Check/Debit Account f. Amount of Payment: PhP xxx.xx Important Note: Slips are to be accomplished in duplicate copies (1st copy: Banks copy and 2nd copy: Clients copy) 3. Present the duly accomplished payment slips to MBTC tellers together

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with the attached cash or check. 4. Once validated, the MBTC teller will give Ateneo De Manila University client or client representative a validated copy. 5. Before leaving the bank premises, check and verify the clients copy, as this payment slip will serve as proof of payment; a. If the payment slip was validated. b. And, if the copy was the one accomplished and presented to the MBTC bank teller. 6. Send a text to 09178911414 or an email to ateneoyes2013@gmail.com informing that the payment has been made. The email or SMS message should contain the following information: a. Paid via over the counter method b. Name of the high school c. Name of the contact coach/principal d. Contact number e. Total number of participants (including the students, coach/es and observers) f. Total amount paid (number of participants * 500) 7. On the first day of the summit (November 22, 2013), present the validated copy of payment slip to a representative from AEA for issuance of the official receipt. Important Note: All payments should be made no later than November 8, 2013. If unable to pay via over the counter method, the following steps are as

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follow: 1. Send an email to: ateneoyes2013@gmail.com or an SMS message to: 09178911414, declaring incapacity to do payment via over the counter method. The email or SMS message should contain the following information: a. Unable to make payment via over the counter method b. Name of the high school c. Name of the contact coach/principal d. Contact number e. Total number of participants (including the students, coach/ es, and observers) f. Total amount to be paid (number of participants * PhP 500.00) 2. On the first day of Ateneo YES, we will have people in the registration booth where you can make the said payments. Important Note: Declaration of incapacity to pay via over the counter method should be made no later than November 8, 2013. Any declaration after the specified date will be no longer accommodated. As for the proof of payment, the official receipt will be given to the respective coaches on the second day of the summit (November 23, 2013).

Important Reminders/Contact Details:

For any queries regarding Ateneo Youth Economics 2013, please send them through ateneoyes2013@gmail.com or through text to Dana Bayani (09178911414) or Yesu Hernandez (09328694082). We are more than willing to answer your questions!

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For participants coming from distant provinces, the Ateneo Youth Economics Summit 2013 Core Team suggests the following options for accommodations near the Ateneo/Katipunan area: Inside the university & less than P500 a night: Institute for Social Order (ISO) For reservation or for more details, contact them at isofacilities@gmail.com or call them at (02) 426-61-34. Inside the university & less than P1000 a night: John G. Pollock Center For reservation or for more details, contact them at mpao@ateneo.edu or call them at (02) 426-6069 (direct line) local

40714049. Across Katipunan Ave. & around P1000 a night: MyPlace Residence Hall (www.myplace.com.ph) For reservation or for more details, contact them at finest@myplace.ph or call them at (02) 433-0667 Across Katipunan Ave. & more than P3000 a night: Oracle Hotel and Residences (www.oraclehotel.com.ph) For Oracle Hotel, you can make your reservations online.

*Please note that we are not partnered with these hotels. We will only be able to assisst your booking in ISO and the John G. Pollock Center. We are not liable for any incidents or loss that may happen in these establishments.

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QUIZ BEE MECHANICS

First round: Eliminations 1. Each student will be given a test paper to answer 2. They have 1 hour to answer the test, after which they must pass their papers to the test facilitator. 3. While the test is on-going, students are not allowed to read any book or use any gadget. Students who break this rule will be disqualified. 4. Once all the papers are checked, the scores of students from the same team must be added. 5. The teams will be ranked from highest to lowest, in terms of total scores. 6. The teams that belong to the top half will advance to the semifinals. 7. In the case of a tie for the last slot, the score of the highest scorer of each tied team will be taken and compared. The team with the highest scoring student will advance. In the case of another tie, the next highest scorer of each tied team will be taken and the procedure repeats. Second round: Semifinals 1. There will be 3 rounds - the easy, intermediate and difficult rounds. 2. In each rounds there will be 10 questions: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Current Events, and History of Economics. 3. Each student will be given 15 seconds to answer questions in the easy round, For the intermediate round, they will be given 30

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seconds and lastly, for the difficult round, they will be given 60 seconds. 4. Any member at any given point in time can write on the whiteboard. 5. At the expiration of the set time limits, the teams must raise their whiteboards to be acknowledged by the score keepers. 6. If a team puts down its whiteboard before the score can be acknowledged by the monitors and the score keepers, they forfeit that/ those point/s. 7. Each correct answer during the easy round will merit them 1 point, 2 points in the intermediate round and 3 in the difficult round. 8. Contestants are not allowed to consult books, gadgets or members of the audience while the contest is on-going. Teams or those that contain students that break this rule will be disqualified. 9. After all the rounds, the teams will be ranked from highest to lowest in terms of score. The top half will advance to the finals. 10. In the case of a tie for the last rank to advance, there will be a sudden death round which will last for one minute. Third Round: Finals (Final Jeopardy style) 1. All teams start out with 10,000 pesos as points. 2. There will be 100 clues of various categories. 3. The category of the next clue is shown on screen. 4. Teams write down their wager (i.e. price they think the clue will be worth) on a sheet of bond paper and give it to the monitor assigned to them. 5.. The clue will then be flashed and they will be given 30 seconds to write down their answer in the form of a question. Once the time is up, they must reveal their answers. 6. If they put down the correct question, the amount they wagered is added to their money. If they are wrong, the amount they wagered is deducted from their money. 7. Whoever has the most money after all the clues wins.

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EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEECH MECHANICS

First round: Eliminations 1. The student going next will take a topic from the strips of paper. 2. The student will then be given 5 minutes to prepare. 3. The student can choose his/her side - for or against the topic. 4. The student must deliver a 4-minute speech on the topic and chosen side. 5. The judges will score the student based on criteria given below. 6. While the student is delivering his/her speech, the next student will be given his/her topic. Procedure repeats until all students have spoken. 7. Once all the students have delivered their speeches, the students will then be ranked based on the average of the scores they were given by the judges. The top five will advance. Second round: Finals 1. The student going next will take a topic from the strips of paper. 2. The student will then take another strip of paper that will signify his/her side. 3. The student will be given 5 minutes to prepare 4. The student must deliver a 4-minute speech on the topic and given side. 5. The judges will score the student based on criteria given below. 7. While the student is delivering his/her speech, the next student will be given his/her topic. Procedure repeats until all students have spoken.

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8. Once all the students have delivered their speeches, the students will then be ranked based on the average of scores they were given by the judges. The one with the highest score will be the winner.

Criteria for judging:

Manner - 25% - Maintains eye-contact - Varies pitch and volume as well as pace and speed depending on emphasis in the speech - Minimal to no stuttering - only has appropriate pauses Matter/Content - 50% - The stance given is clear - Provides points of argumentation and substantiates them fully. - Gives appropriate examples and analyzes them. - Does not use vague language. Method - 25% - Points of argumentation are clearly outlined - There is a good logical flow within each point of argumentation - There is a good logical flow in the speech as a whole.

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POSTER MAKING MECHANICS

1. Students will be given the theme a week before the Youth Economics Summit. 2. Students will make their posters during their own time during the week. 3. The specifications will be as follows: - Size: illustration board - Can be landscape or portrait - Any material can be used to color the poster. - Poster cannot be 3-D (i.e. no paper mache, not allowed to stick figures onto the poster) - Poster cannot be computerized - completely or partially. That is to say, all must be hand-drawn or painted on. - No obscenities - nudity, inappropriate language, etc. - Quotes, and other such borrowed information must be credited to its original source on a separate sheet that will be mounted with the poster. 4. These posters will be submitted upon the start of the Youth Economics Summit and will be posted on the walls. 5. Specified judges will go around examining the posters and scoring based on the criteria given below. 6. The institutions will be ranked based on the average of the judges scores. The one that receives the highest score will be declared the winner.

Criteria for judging:

Visual appeal - 50% Relevance to the Theme and Clarity of Message - 50%

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