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CONTENTS FEATURE
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ENTERTAINMENT
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Michael Jackson: New Moon
Beating It Still? Behind the Scenes
NEWS PHOTO ESSAY SPORTS
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Allied Courses Medical University Pacquiao:
Celebrations Week Pound-for-Pound King

Our Time To Be Heard:

A Primer to the May 2010 Elections for First-Time Voters
by Biennabelle Dio, Aster Kaye Muñoz and Aeron Paul Soriano

In a matter of months, we will witness change in our nation once again. But this time, instead of
being mere spectators, we will be part of that change, as I’m sure a lot of you, our loyal readers, will be
eligible to cast your vote on May 2010.

We’ve heard of different stories about the electoral process in our country, and in a lot of in-
stances, those stories have proven to be horrific, as was the case in Maguindanao. However, we shouldn’t
let dirty politics and goons, guns and gold affect our decision as to who we think should be leaders of our
country. To vote is your right! Exercise that right!

People say that the future of this nation is in the hands of our politicians. They couldn’t be any
farther from the truth—the future of this country is in the hands of the citizenry. Who we elect to take the
seat of the government will determine whether we rise from the mire we’re in, or if we’ll sink deeper.

We will not tell you who we think you should vote for—we are non-partisans in our reportage.
However, we will provide you, the first-time voter, a primer on the upcoming elections so that your deci-
sions may be well-informed, and your right to vote, well-used.

1.LAKAS-KABALIKAT NG MALAYANG PILIPINO-CHRISTIAN MUSLIM DEMOCRATS (LAKAS-

KAMPI-CMD)
Lakas-Kampi-CMD is a centrist political party in the Philippines. Current president Gloria Maca-
pagal-Arroyo on June 18, 2008, confirmed the historical merger of the Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats
(Lakas-CMD) and the Kabalikat ng Malayang Pilipino (KAMPI) parties.

Standard bearer: Gilberto Eduardo Gerardo Cojuangco Teodoro Jr. (Gibo Teodoro)

As the 34th and youngest Department of National Defense Secretary, Gibo is headstrong on pre-
serving the security of the country. As the concurrent Chairman of National Disaster Coordinating Council,
he is proactive and involved in disaster mitigation and management.

In a time of great change, a beacon is needed to guide the Filipinos. Gilberto “Gibo” Cojuangco
Perpetualites spread Love on Yuletide Season Teodoro, Jr. wants to be that beacon.
Ideology: Christian and Islamic democracy Turn to p. 3...
by Ria Rivera and Biennabelle Dio

The UPH-
DJGTMU held its
Community Out-
reach Program last
December 12 and
13, 2009 all the way
to Brgy. Zaragosa,
Bolinao, Pangasin-
an. It aimed to help
our brothers and sis-
The medical professionals in the essence of ters from other part
voluntarism
of the country to receive quality service, love and care from
the Perpetualites. It also aimed to help open the students'
minds and see life from other people's shoes and to experi-
ence everyone's camaraderie.
The said event started with a mass held at the Our
Lady of the Pillar Church officiated by Fr. Nick B. Villora,
RCI and was participated in by the Medical and Health Sci-
ences (MHS) students and the townspeople. The Medical-
Surgical-Dental Mission proceeded right after. The services
rendered involved psychiatric consultation, community
health education, tooth extraction, circumcision and relief
operation / gift giving. The registration area was headed by
Ms. Amalia Marasigan together with few others of the Gen-
eral Education Faculty to properly accommodate the long
line of patients, most of them were children.
The gift giving activity was able to disseminate
200 to 300 toys and 200 to 400 goods. The residents also
received medicine supplies during the program. Some of
which were the antibiotic, analgesic/antipyretic/cold for-
mula, anti-tussive (cough), multivitamins/vitamin C, anti-
asthma anti-hypertensive and vitamins for pregnant moth-
ers.
The activity was sponsored by The 1st Air Re-
serve Hospital Group led by the chancellor himself, Dr.
Arcadio L. Tamayo and in cooperation with the Supreme
Student Council, headed by the adviser, Mr. Herbert San
Pedro and President Melquesedec Esperanzate and the dif-
ferent MHS student leaders and ultimately with the support
of the students, this came to be a success.
The volunteers were: Col. Antonio L. Tamayo,
Maj. Rafael L. Tamayo, Maj. Victor Tamayo, Msgt. Roldan
Concepcion (Dental), Dr. Larry Avelino (Head of General
Education Faculty), Capt. Vilma Atienza (MedTech), Msgt.
Ernesto Ramirez (MedTech), Msgt. Edwin Macuha (C.I./
Nurse), Tsgt. Jose T. Jovellanos, Tsgt. Grace Leopando
(Dental), Tsgt. Paul E. Manaig, Ssgt. Ronald Hilario, Ssgt.
Erich Allan Fernandez (C.I / Nurse), Ssgt. Neil G. Dionisio
(C.I. / Nurse), Jesus Dio, MD (Surigical Area), Angelito
Ramos, RN (C.I.. / Nurse), Edwin Sochanseng, MD, Mar-
vin Carpena, MD, Ergilia Astronico, Tsgt. Regalado Dela
Paz (Dental), Mr. Douglas Aduna, Mr. Carbonel and Mr. Ar-
mand Delos Santos.
Unfortunately, the goods were not enough to cover
the entire population. However, the true spirit of giving espe-
cially this Christmas season was felt, likewise appreciation
was handed back. The townspeople sincerely said, “Okay lang
po, sa susunod na lang. Maraming salamat po sa tulong n’yo.”
To entertain the crowd that night, the students gath-
ered and showcased their talents in singing, dancing and even
in song composition. In this way, they were able to thank the
residents for the warm welcome they have exemplified and for
adopting them for a day.
Everyone got tired with these activities but every-
thing was worth it espe-
cially when driven with
the main goal, which is
to help. This voluntary
outreach program con-
tinuously inspires other
people, the students in par-
ticular, to lend their hands
in any way they can.
Servant Leader. University Chancellor
renders a heart for the youth.

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NEWS
A Day of Gratitude for Our Great Founder Student Leaders Gather for a
by Jessant Deblois, Amiebelle Naval and Ria Rivera
Leadership Training
by SBO Correspondent Harvey Reyes

Last September 10 2009, Perpetualites commemorated the death an-

niversary of Dr. Jose G. Tamayo, co-founder of the University of Perpetual
Help System. The said event was started by a parade attended by the Health
Allied students held at the university grounds. During the parade, each col-
lege had their distinct color of balloons as part of the celebration.

A Thanksgiving Mass at the UPHSL Chapel, presided by Fr. Felizar-

do Sidayao, was offered by Dr. Arcadio Tamayo and his family. Administra-
tors, faculty and students were present in the mass to bestow their gratitude
to the founder. The mass was followed by a Modern Dance Contest held at
the Performing Arts Theater which showcased the talents of the Medical
Health Allied students. Each college had their representatives which con-
sisted of 10 students. The winners were: 3rd Place (prize: P 1,000.00) –
Hectics (Nursing) ,2nd Place (prize: P 2,000.00) – Psychedelics (Nursing),
Champion (prize: P 3,000.00) – Rad Tech Mainit (RadiologicTechnology).
There were also special awards given to deserving contestants: Best Cos- Last November 26 to 29, 2009 the UPH-DJGTMU Supreme Student
tume : Flowers Over Boy (Nursing Aid), Most Creative Dance Choreogra- Council and the BS Nursing Student Body Organization together with their re-
phy: The Medix (Medical Technology), Best Male Performer: Jesry Condes spective advisers, Mr. Herbert San Pedro and Mr. Roderick Noriega joined the
annual national leadership training by the (PACSA) Philippine Association of
(RX Crew-Pharmacy) and Best Female Performer: Jeaprille Purificacion
Campus Student Leaders and Advisers at Teachers Camp, Baguio City with the
(OT JTC Movers), they were all given P500 worth of gift certificate as
theme “Thirty Years of Commitment in Campus Advising.”
prizes.
In line with this event, seminars, workshops and activities for the cam-
The administrators, staffs and also the students showed their ap- pus advisers and student leaders were facilitated by the different universities
preciation and gratitude to Dr. Jose G. Tamayo through the celebration pre- and colleges in the Philippines.
pared for him. His successful endeavor in establishing University of Per-
petual Help System gives them a better view of their future. To start with, Dr. Rosalinda S. Papa, PACSA’s founding president gave
a welcoming address followed by an inspirational message from Prof. Glenn
Feed Your Minds and Be Knowledgeable Narvaez, PACSA’s current president. The delegates were roll-called by the
respective regional vice presidents then Prof. Narvaez officially declared the
by Stephani Celoso opening of the 30th PACSA leadership training right after. The day 1 ended
Being aware with your surroundings is much better than being ignorant through- with the breath-taking fireworks display and dinner. The next day, the program
out your life. In order to be aware of something, you should be knowledgeable first on that started with the first plenary session by Rev. Fr. Pederito Aparece, OSA, Pre-
part especially if we are talking about life and environment. In order to give us more infor- fect of Students at the University of San Agustin with the topic “Efficacy and
mation, seminar-workshops are being held to give more knowledge to our fellow students. Passion in Campus Advising” followed by the second session entitled “Recap-
turing Values-oriented Leadership towards Social Engagement” by Atty. Adel
Last December 7, 2009, the 3rd scientific seminar had taken place in the Medical Tamano, President of the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila. After that, AK-
Auditorium at two o’clock in the afternoon. This was the last seminar held before the year BAYAN Party List Representative Hon. Risa Hontiveros-Baraquel talked about
ends for the Medical Technology students and it was headed by Dr. Ernesto F. Ramirez, the
“Student Leadership and Philippine Political Outlook.” Then, the fourth session
Dean of the College of Medical Technology, with his co-chairman, Mr. Dindo M. Amato-
rio, the Technical Adviser of Medical Technology Society (MTS). The event had its theme
with Dr. Faye lea Patria Lauraya, President of the Bicol University talked about
“Climate Change… Problems, Solutions and Developmental Challenge” which was hosted “Leadership in Crises.” Day 3 begun with the fifth session by Dr. Benjamin
by Luigi Miguel A. Roxas, the Vice-President for Internal Affairs of MTS. Tolosa, Jr. on the “Advocacy Leadership.” Subsequent to the plenary sessions,
the PACSA Academic Olympic took place which consisted the quiz bee and
The program started with an opening prayer led by Lou Errline Manalo, PRO 1 of impromptu speech participated in by the different universities and colleges. Fi-
MTS and was followed by the Philippine National Anthem led by Angela Airich Donato, nally, the three-day leadership training ended with a colorful cultural night and
PRO 2 of MTS. To give his greetings to all the people inside the auditorium, Dr. Ernesto awarding ceremonies for PACSA service awardees and ten outstanding campus
F. Ramirez gave his welcome remarks and inspirational talk. Afterwards, Ms. Josefina advisers of the Philippines. In finality, the PACSA delegates went on an envi-
Carillo, Director on External Affairs of UPHSL, introduced the first guest speaker for that ronmental surfing through the Summer Capital of the Philippines.
afternoon who was Dr. Samuel Martin, a DILG Consultant for all leagues. Dr. Martin
started his discussion with giving the students advice on how to maintain high grades and
talking about the Bible. After that, he introduced his topic, "Climate Change", through
A Month of the Holy Rosary
showing random pictures about the effects of global warming and letting the students in- by Aster Kaye Muñoz
terpret it one-by-one. He also discussed the greenhouse gases, climate changes influenced Last October 10, 2009, a Holy Mass was held at the UPHSL gymnasium
by human activities, impacts of climate change to earth, and other related topics and facts officiated by Fr. Felizardo Sidayao in celebration for the month of the Holy Rosary.
about climate change. He then showed a video clip about the advocacy for climate change
Last year’s theme was, “Year of the Priest and Heart of Jesus and Mary.” The Chan-
and resolutions for it. After the long discussion, he was awarded with a certificate by Dr.
cellor for the medical university, Dr. Arcadio Tamayo, was present during the event
Ramirez, Mr. Amatorio and Ms. Rezelle Libuit.
and gave the students, faculty members and administrators a few words during the
Next in the program was the introduction for the second speaker, Mr. Enerito Clima,
mass. A part of his message was, “Everyone should be thankful for not being af-
a former faculty member of UPHSL, done by Mrs. Angelita Briñas, a faculty member of fected by Ondoy, unlike other Filipinos who are still suffering from the disastrous
MTS. His topic was about "Safety First Aid" which was a common topic of the medical effect of the typhoon.”
field. He started to tackle on his topic with a quote saying " We cannot give what we don't
have" and afterwards discussed on considerations, reasons why we need first aid, types of “The Story of Our Lady of Fatima”, a film viewed before the start of the
injuries, things to do in case of injuries, and other related concerns about first aid. Then, he mass, ponders on the obstacles that St. Fatima had undergone but kept her faith in
demonstrated a proper Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to the students and showed God stronger. The film showing aimed to inspire and to keep the flame of faith of
the right ventilation in case of emergency. He was awarded then with another certificate the believers burning. The film showing was followed by the praying of the Holy
by Dr. Ramirez, Mrs. Briñas and Mr. Amatorio. After that, certificates of recognition were Rosary led by the Medical University, Basic Education Department, hospital staffs
given to the students who excelled in their studies last semester and emerged as the top and Nursing Department of the hospital. Marian songs were sung in between the
performing students and dean's listers from first year to third year. The program ended with mysteries which was lead by the hospital choir.
a closing remark from Fatima Faith Sanchez, President of MTS, with her words "I hope
you can apply this to your studies in order for you to be successful.” This annual celebration reminded us that praying of the Most Holy Rosary
is one of our fortress in the midst of calamity like Ondoy and Pepeng.
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NEWS
PT Students caught in Constant Motion
by Rina Soliven
The Physical Therapy students got up from their thinking chairs, stretched their muscle groups and
hopped on the track to be one of the track to be one with the PT-kan ’09: Physical Therapy Bring Motion
to Life last December 09 to 12, 2009. The four-day celebration ensembled series of events which elicited
PT students’ talents, knowledge, camaraderie and sportsmanship while experiencing enticing fun, brain-
challenging activities and undeniable hard-court action.
Pace 1.
The PT students piled up at the University Chapel for a Eucharistic celebration. Present in the event
were College of Physical Therapy Dean John P. Lumagui, PTRP, United Physical Therapists in Action
(UPTA) Adviser Ferdinand Sera Jose, PTRP, College Secretary Ms. Cecil Quiña, UPTA Officers led by
its President Darren Masangkay and the rest of the PT community.
The students raced themselves to the Allied Building Lobby to witness the amusing art mosaic gallery
made by the Mosaic-making Contest participants. In the said art exhibit, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was
officiated by Executive Director Dr. Roldan Concepcion and Student Affairs Director Dr. Ricardo En-
riquez with Dean John P. Lumagui, PTRP. It marked the PT-kan 2009’s official open.
They gathered at the University Gym as the enthusiastic Dean addressed the prompt open of the PT
week Ball Games 2009. Upon the mark, the students hurriedly changed into their playing jerseys, set up
the playing area, grabbed the volleyball and started the UPTA Ball Games ’09 with a resounding vol-
leyball spikes.
Pace 2.
The selected team representatives were asked to battle using their vocabulary-enhanced left hemi-
spheres in Scrabble board game at the PT laboratory. Jenin Ezra Clei Pante of the White Team emerged
winner.
The basketball games continued to heat up in the University Gym when the Brainwave participants
were momentarily asked to substitute themselves off the ball games and ran to the 5th floor of the Allied
Building as neuron-challenging question await them upon their arrival at the PT laboratory.
The event was divided into two respective divisions, Individual and Group divisions with categories
ranging from General Knowledge, Current Events, World History and Geography and Math.
Ramil Santos (Blue Team) and the Yellow Team of the respective divisions walked victoriously after
the two-hour event along with the raffle winners from the audience.
Pace 3.
The day started with Fun Games. An array of obstacle relay challenges—Shoot that Ball, Basagan
ng Itlog, Smores-on-String Eating, Sack Race, Chicken-Head Transfer, Blind Fold Navigation and Body
Connections—showcased the gusto, harmony and unity of the PT students. After the exciting and ex-
hausting relay games under the sun, the Black Team was held triumphant.
Championship for the Ball Games Event was done later in the afternoon. Bouncing balls and rubber
shoes echoed the entire gymnasium until the winners were revealed. Yellow Team and Black Team outwit
the other teams in Basketball Boys and Girls division, respectively. On the other hand, the Blue and Black
teams for the Volleyball Boys and Girls, accordingly.
Pace 4.
A mandatory rest from a fast-paced celebration occurred. Everyone gathered at the Performing Arts
Theater to be entertained by the jam-packed show performances. The PT students flaunted their artistic
and creative talents in the ROM Dance Contest, Acoustic Contest and the most-awaited, Mr. and Ms. PT
2009.
The Black Team wowed the crowd with their comic upbeat grooves and was declared winner. The Yel-
low Team serenaded the judges’ ears to triumph with Natalie Imbruglia’s “Torn”.
Likewise, the pageant took place in between the segments. The contestants, coming from different year
levels, modeled their way through the judges’ eyes in their astonishing tribal wears and formal attires.
They also showcased their respective talents and intellectually answered the judges’ personal questions.
A short awarding ceremony was held. The Black Team was held to be the Over-all Champion while the
White, Yellow and the Blue Teams were announced as the first, second and third runners-up, respectively.
Special awards were awarded to Ms. Edeline Dijamco and Mr. Neil Bryan Culong as Most Valuable Play-
ers (MVP) for Basketball and Ms. Mary Chem Consuegra and Mr. Abiel Alacapa for Volleyball.
By the end of the night, Mr. Darren Masangkay (Year IV) and Ms. Anna Kristina Aquino (Year III)
were hailed as the Mr. and Ms. PT 2009 who will compete for the very much anticipated Medical Uni-
versity Week Celebration.
UPOS organizes Anti-Smoking
Caravan for a Smoke-Free Perps
by Mae Lyn Caberte
For a smoke-free University of Perpetual Help, the Unified Perpetualite
Opposing Smoking (UPOS) and the Quit Smoking Support Program (QuitsS)
organized an Anti-Smoking Caravan last March 12, 2010 at the UPH College
Building Quadrangle.
Students from different colleges, mostly Nursing and Respiratory Ther-
apy students joined the fun educational games that aimed to help them learn the
bad effects of smoking. Also present in the caravan were representatives from
UPH-GMA Campus.
Mr. Michael Nicole A. Carpena of UPOS stated that the caravan intends
to make the campus, as well as the hospital smoke-free, according to the man-
date of the government. The program includes the posting of warning signs
for awareness, and the placement of whistle-blowers in different parts of the
campus to report and warn students who will be caught smoking.
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2nd Semester Issue 3
Election Primer, from page 1...
Objectives:
1.1 To promulgate laws, formulate policies, and implement
programs which shall safeguard and strengthen the nation’s
integrity and sovereignty, promote national unity, foster a
high sense of honor and pride among Filipinos, and secure
for them genuine and lasting peace, sustained economic
growth, prosperity, and political stability as hallmarks of a
Strong Republic.
1.2 To develop a socially responsive democratic political
structure and a revitalized streamlined graft-free government
bureaucracy that will contribute to a stable and durable de-
mocracy and effective national governance.
1.3 To engage in the active and peaceful quest for political
power as the most effective instrument for promoting Party
ideals in the service of the common good and the nation;
1.4 To promote an efficient and globally competitive eco-
nomic reform policy that will improve the living conditions
of the Filipino people; and to pursue socially relevant and
political ideals that truly represent the general interest of the
people;
1.5 To conduct educational programs which shall stress the
universal ideals of democracy and the historical contribu-
tions to our national identity of Christianity, Islam, and the
country’s indigenous communities; and
1.6 To develop the spirit of entrepreneurship that rewards
individual initiative but respects national cultural traditions
and places spiritual and ethical goals above purely secular
and material interests.
2.NACIONALISTA PARTY (NP)
Nacionalista Party is the oldest political party in
the Philippines today and was responsible for leading the
country throughout the majority of the 20th century since its
founding in 1907.
Standard bearer: Manuel Villar, Jr. (Manny Villar)
Manny Villar is the President of the Nacionalista Par-
ty – the country’s grandest political party.
Manny Villar dreams of helping and inspiring Filipi-
nos to fulfill their dreams thru hard work and determination
(Sipag at Tiyaga) – the same values that helped him conquer
poverty and succeed in life.
Ideology: Conservatism
Objectives:
2.1 The party platform ideally is a strategy of national devel-
opment through policy directions regarding the economy and
governance.
2.2 The party has among its members individuals who can
implement the development strategy once it is entrusted with
managing the affairs of government.
2.3 The party through its networking can mobilize people to
have a voice in the quality of governance through their active
involvement in political processes.
2.4 The party, by instilling discipline and loyalty among its
members, by focusing on its mission and vision rather than
on personalities, and by providing a training ground for fu-
ture leaders from a broad spectrum of society, becomes a sta-
bilizing factor in an uncertain world.
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NEWS
ESPERANZATE LEADS SSC AY 2009-2010
by Jessant Deblois and John Dale Panganiban
“To lead people, walk beside them… As for the best leaders, the
people do not notice their existence. The next best, the people honor
and praise. The next, the people fear; and the next, the people hate…
when the best leader’s work is done the people say, “We did it our-
selves”- Lao Tsu
The Supreme Student Council (SSC) officers made possible the
election for the new set of leaders this incoming year on the 1st of Au-
gust that took place at the Medical Health Science Auditorium.
The SSC adviser and organizer, Mr. Herbert San Pedro, facili-
tated and conferred intricately about the new process of election which
is the Lateral Election, meaning, same position can only be applied on
their current respective colleges as they transfer to SSC.
The former SSC President, Peter Julian Menorca from the Col-
lege of Physical Therapy, delivered his speech for the newly elected
officers, “ Sana h’wag kayong maging arogante, kasi pag nandito ka na
sa posisyon makikita mo ang lahat ng mga bagay na panget at magan-
da.”
After the votes had been tallied and tabulated, Melquesedec Es-
peranzate of the College of Nursing was declared as the new SSC Presi-
dent.
The newly elected officers are as follows: Vice-President of In-
ternal Affairs: Jan Erick Alomia (College of Pharmacy), Vice-President
of External Affairs: Timothy James Arpilleda (College of Medical Tech-
nology), Secretary: Kenneth Riomalos (College of Nursing), Treasurer:
Anna Aquino (College of Physical Therapy), Auditor: Irish Saludares
(College of Physical Therapy), and P.R.O.: Romeo Alviz (College of
Occupational Therapy).
Election Primer From page 3...
3. LIBERAL PARTY (LP)
The only liberal party in the Philippines, founded on November 24, 1945 by a breakaway
from the Nacionalista Party. As such it is the second-oldest political party in the Philip-
pines in terms of establishment, and the oldest active political party in the Philippines.
Standard bearer: Benigno Simeon Cojuangco Aquino III (Noynoy Aquino)
It is in his bloodline. It is his heritage. For him, democracy restored must be enshrined
without fear but with greatest fervor.
A true working democracy, he says, makes possible not only political freedoms but a
better life for all Filipinos. It must be able to provide jobs, education, social services and
equitable economic prosperity for everyone, not just the rich, privileged few.
Ideology: Liberalism
Objectives:
3.1 Ensuring that the market works as effectively as possible. This means liberal
markets and open competition, both domestically and internationally. It means action to
remove barriers, to lower costs of entry into the marketplace (this is of particular impor-
tance to small businesses and the self-employed), and to encourage individual enterprise.
It means a market driven by consumer choice, rather than producer power.
3.2 Taking action to correct market failures. This includes preventing industry and
consumers from distorting the market by ignoring environmental costs. It means that bar-
riers of discrimination that would otherwise exist – against women who are likely to have
children, for example, or against people with disabilities – are dismantled.
3.3 Ensuring that ownership is spread as widely as possible at all levels (including in
the workplace itself). This implies a commitment to equity considerations, job ownership
and to participation in decision-making at work.
3.4 Environmental Protection
There are two major environmental challenges to be confronted: excessive use
of resources, particularly of finite raw materials, and excessive output of pollution. The
global population explosion hugely amplifies these threats.
3.5 Peace and Human Rights
Liberals envision a Philippine society that is just and peaceful. We recognize
that the root of the festering political conflicts in our country may be traced to unjust and
oppressive social and economic structures. Thus, the attainment of a just and lasting peace
is an aspiration that is its own reward. The government will create an environment where
the rule of law is supreme and where every man can seek and get justice.
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THE 36th CAPPING,PINNING AND
CANDLE-LIGHTING CEREMONY
by Aster Kaye Muñoz
The College of Nursing held the 36th Capping, Pinning and Can-
dle-lighting Ceremonies for the incoming 3rd year students last June 30
and July 1, 2009 at the Performing Arts Theater. The momentous event
was attended by approximately 680 Level III Nursing students with their
proud parents and guardians.
The procession of the candidates for the capping and pinning with
College Dean Estrella San Juan, Principal of the School of Midwifery Ms.
Rosalie Kolimlim, their distinctive clinical instructors, and the Chancellor
of the Medical University, Dr. Arcadio Tamayo started the event. A Holy
Mass officiated by Rev. Fr. Felizardo Sidayas, University Chaplain, offi-
cially opened the event.
A tribute for the parents and guardians was given by the nurses-
to-be after the ceremony of lighting the Florence Nightingale lamp. The
students handed personal letters in a bottle with red roses to their parents
and guardians as sign of their gratitude for all the support through the
years of hard work in their chosen field. This was followed by the inspira-
tional message about their future career given by Dr. Arcadio L. Tamayo,
Chancellor, UPH DJGT-MU to the nursing students. The highlight of the
event came when the Level III nursing students received their caps (for the
female) and pins (for the male) presented by their clinical instructors as
witnessed by their parents.
The event was sealed in when the nursing students took the Flor-
ence Nightingale Pledge followed by the singing of the Perpetual Help
Hymn. The traditional picture-taking per class with their clinical instruc-
tors and administrators took place right after the event. The smiles in the
faces of the students and their parents prove that this milestone takes them
one step closer to their dreams of becoming a certified nurse.
3.6 Strengthening of Local Autonomy
The 1987 Constitution mandates that all local governments – autono-
mous regions, provinces, cities, municipalities and barangays shall enjoy local
autonomy. Autonomous regions however shall enjoy a higher level of autono-
my, that is, political autonomy.
3.7 Democratizing Elections
Election mirrors the state of democracy of a nation. When elections are rigged
or very susceptible to fraud, supervised by a commission that owes its account-
ability to the Administration, election laws and regulations circumvented, and
where violators are not punished, there is no genuine democracy. These must
be systematically and structurally addressed and remedied.
3.8 Bureaucratic Reform
The liberal vision of a sovereign, democratic and free, just and peaceful, pros-
perous and equitable, and environmentally protected Philippine society shall be
brought about by a CLEAN, HONEST and EFFICIENT GOVERNMENT that
does not compromise the law and wages a willful battle against all forms of
graft and corruption.
3.9 Social Reform Agenda
The most serious problems besetting our country maybe attributed to the
long-standing history of injustice to the under privileged. More than majority
of the Filipino people continue to live in abject poverty. The Liberal Party is
staunchly pro-poor. The party favors an open, pluralist, democratic society with
a government that will serve the priorities and interests of the overwhelming
majority of our people.
3.10 Cultural Heritage
The Liberal Party envisions a country that is fully developed in all dimensions
– a country that is developed not only economically and politically but socially
and culturally as well.
3.11 Education
To Noynoy, Filipino citizens are our greatest assets. Liberals will invest in
people to enable every individual to fulfill, and, in so doing, build the nation’s
economic and social strength. We aim to create a first-class education system
for all. Not just by funding, but also through reforms which increase choice and
opportunity for each citizen.
Reference:
http://www.idcpc.org.cn/icapp3/more/presentations_new46.htm
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NEWS 2nd Semester Issue 5

Blood-letting initiates Med-Tech Week BSN CELEBRATES

by Jessant J. Deblois, Rina Soliven and Patrick Villacorta
The launching of Medical Technology
Week last September 24, 2009 was commemo-
rated with a mass as they opened vast event.
The mass was attended by all Medical Technol-
ogy students and so as Mr. Ernesto Ramirez the
Dean of the College of Medical Technology, Ms.
Vilma Atienza, University Chief Medical Tech-
nologist Ms. Socoro Gonzales, Ms. Angelita Bri-
ñas and the recently Medical Technology Board
exam passers were all present in the said event.
A blood-letting program which was a
shared project of the Medical Technology Soci-
ety, Department of Laboratories UPHS-DJGT-
MU, Biñan Lions Club, Biñan Bayanihan Lions
Club and Leo Club of Biñan was held at the
lobby of the Medical Allied Building. The fo-
cal intent of this program is to persuade the stu-
dents to willingly offer their blood and to inform
the public about the advantages of this program.
An Amazing Race-inspired game
spiced-up the afternoon of the students, having
seven different stations filled with fun challenges
and action packed battle between student’s tech-
niques and their team work strategies. The seven
stations that the students underwent were: Sta-
tion 1 (Text Me), Station 2 (Let’s Climb), Sta-
tion 3 (Sack Race), Station 4 (Eat Me), Station 5
(Pinoy Henyo), Station 6 (Pick Me) and Station
7 (Find Me). These stations tested their agility,
strength, endurance, fighting spirit, wit, and luck.
On September 25, 2009, a scientific sem-
inar about HIV and Basics Cell Culture was held
at the Medical Auditorium of the Medical Allied
Building. The seminar further discussed the sub-
ject matter to the students and furnish their knowl-
edge about it. The invited speakers of this seminar
were Mr. Mohammad Johnson C. Nawang and
Ms. Maria Concepcion M. Catapang. After the
speakers have discussed their respective topic, a
certificate of appreciation was awarded to them
by Mr. Ernesto Ramirez, Dean of the College
of Medical Technology as well as Mr. Gonovan
Solidum, Associate Dean and Mr. Dindo Am-
atirio, Adviser of Medical Technology Society.
Last September 25, 2009, the Medi-
cal Technology students left their petri dishes in
the laboratories and set aside their thick books
for a Friday night of fun and talent in their OPM
and Mr. and Ms. Medical Technology Talent’s
Night held at the Medical Auditorium. The par-
ticipants were composed of two representatives
per section for the OPM contest and paired rep-
resentatives per level for the Mr. and Ms. Talent
Competition. In total, there had been 20 con-
testants that showcased their talents in singing,
dancing, instrument playing and interpretative
dance. They were judged by the distinguished
panel composed of Mr. Dexter Bildejo, Les-
lie B. Ona and Jeff Kho, according to their tal-
ent, stage presence and over-all audience impact.
The winners of the activities and
games are supposed to be announced dur-
ing the Acquaintance Party that unfortunate-
ly was postponed due to the typhoon Ondoy.
Though their celebration was in-
terrupted by the destructive visit of Ondoy
the students as well as the faculty mem-
bers enjoyed the few days of their event.
IN PRACTICAL WAYS
By Amiebelle Naval, Louie Liza Lisci, Jessant Deblois, Stephanie Celoso,
Rina Soliven, Patrcik Villacorta & Mae Lyn Caberte
The College of Nursing held their celebration last December 4-5, 2009 with
the theme, “Nurses: Uniting Filipino People to a Healthier Nation”. To bless their
two-day event, the college, headed by Dean Estrella San Juan, attended the mass at the
university chapel officiated by Fr. Felizardo Sidayao.
On the same day, a Meeting De Avance was organized to let the BSN-SBO
aspirants campaign for the forthcoming BSN-SBO Elections. The candidates running
for the position of president discussed briefly their future plans for the next school year.
On the other hand, the Perpetualite Nurses’ showed their passion for dancing at their
Cheerdance Competition and the Search for the Mr. and Ms. Sportsfest last December
4, 2009 at the UPHS gymnasium. The sophomores bagged the championship trophy,
followed by the seniors. The third place was claimed by the juniors, with the freshmen
following suit. The hailed winners for the search was: Male Category, 3rd Place - Nico
Gerry Tan (3rd year) , 2nd Place – Kenneth Lalas (4th year) and Mr. Sportsfest, Em-
manuel Lopez (4th year); for the Female Category, 3rd Place – Laarni Bitac (3rd year),
2nd Place – Kathleen Kay Flores (3rd year) and crowned Ms. Sportsfest, Francis Laun-
dgren Laborde (4th year).
On December 5, 2009, the SBO elections 2009 held at the UPH-DJGTMU
Library, had taken place as part of the annual celebration of the nurses’ days. A new set
of SBO officers were electively chosen through a set of procedures which was orga-
nized by the outgoing SBO officers. First of these procedures is the registration. Nurs-
ing students were requested to line up and register with their student number in order to
participate in the said election. After the registration the students were instructed about
the computerized section. Students lined up outside the library and only 8 students at
a time were allowed to enter the library and were instructed about the election proper.
The actual voting took place at the Internet section of the Library starting at 9:30AM to
4:30PM of the same day. One computer was assigned per student, wherein they need to
fill up a form to completely register.
After the long wait in the elections, the announcement of the new set of of-
ficers was held in the “Cine Psycho” event later that afternoon of the elections day. The
new SBO officers are:
President: Harvey John Reyes
Vice-President (Internal): Luigi Miguel Legacion
Vice-President (External): Amado Ting Jr.
Secretary: Donnelley Gonzales
Assistant Secretary: Alyssa Dawn Santiago
Treasurer: June Adel Guerrero
Assistant Treasurer: John Michael Miraflor
Auditor: Jeehard Louisa E. Gomez

PHARMACISTS on the Loose

Representatives
Level II: Carmina Dela Cruz & Ian Christopher Cabillan
Level III: Armhel Jay Miguel
By Aster Kaye Muñoz Level IV: Ma. Lourdes Thea Roa & Jenika Landas

The College of Pharmacy celebrated it’s annual Pharmacy Days last December 1-3, 2009 with the
theme, “Pharmacy: An Outstanding Image of Medical Expertise”. It was in line with the annual celebration of all
the universities offering the Pharmacy course all over the country, since the College of Pharmacy in UPHSL is
now a proud member of the Philippine Accreditation A of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU).
The three days event started at the university gymnasium, where the college held their first set of activi-
ties. The fun games which was actively participated by the students brought fun and enjoyment to all for they
all once again experience playing the different Filipino street games. This was followed by the volleyball and
basketball wherein the joined team of the 1st year and 2nd year battle the combined teams of the 3rd year and 4th
year.
At the second day of the celebration, the Pharmacy students occupied the Medical Auditorium, where
they held their second set of activities. To start their whole they full of activities, the students bring out their wit
and knowledge as they answer the questions during the Quiz Bee. But unlike any ot her quiz bee, the organizers
put some twist on the game. During the first part of the game, the participants should play first the hoola whoop
before they answer the questions regarding the informations about our university. This was followed by the
Quiz bee proper in which the contestants recalled all the things they have learned about their chosen career. The
mind bugling Quiz bee was followed by the OPM and Rom Competition wherein the students showcased their
God-given talents and proved that behind those tablets and syrups are pharmacists who can truly entertain their
audience.
The Mr. and Ms. Pharmacy 2009 was held at the Performing Arts Theater (PAT) during the last day of
the college celebration. The participants fearlessly show-off their beautiful bodies and put the stage on fire when
they ramp their sexy outfits and casual wear. The chosen top 5 male and female finalists proved that they don’t
just have the looks but also the brains to win the title as they bravely answer the judges’ questions. The crowned
winners this year will be representing the college for the upcoming Mr. and Ms. Medical University while their
1st runner-ups will be competing for the Mr. and Ms. Sportsfest during the Medical University Week next year.
The pageant was followed by a party which ended up the Pharmacy Days; this was attended by all the pharmacy
students, faculties and staffs. The college filled the PAT as they dance their heart all night for this once in a year
event.
Like any other competitions there were announced winners for each activities participated by students.
For the fun games the winners are: Sambutan ng Itlog- Lougene Manalaysay and Marnel Almofre(4th year);
Talong Relay- 2nd year; Tug of War- 1st year(girls) and 3rd yr&4th year(boys); Sack Race- 4th year. While
for the OPM Competition, the winners are 1st runner up- Divina Tallada (2nd year), 2nd runner-up- Mercilyn
Coronado (4th year) and 3rd runner up- Calvin Klein Amatorio (1st year); ROM competition winners: 1st runner
up- Royal Dancers (3rd yr), 2nd runner-up- Wonder Pets (4th year) and 3rd runner up- Da’movers (2nd year). The
crowned winners for the pageant are: 1st runner up- Mark John Plantilla(1st year) and Joleen Apple Rivers(3rd
year) while the Mr. and Ms. Pharmacy 2009 are Ian Mendoza and Cezeline Arcega of the sophomores.
The celebration of the Pharmacy Days paved the way for the students to show their sportsmanship and
competitiveness as they participated in each and every activity prepared for them. The Pharmacy students proved
that they are the next batch who will make the future of their profession a better one.
bright MINDS. creative HANDS. CADUCEANS. campus journalists @ HEART
The SBO officers facilitated the LMSS examinations at the SR-1 room of
the UPH-DJGTMU building last December 5, 2009, simultaneously with the BSN-
SBO elections. “Libro Mo, Sagot ng SBO” project gives chance to the nursing students
to acquire selected medical books for academic purposes. The exams were made by
the level coordinators of each year level and mostly focus on health care and general
knowledge. The students selected to take the exam were handpicked and should have
a first semester average not lower then 85%. Moreover, the privilege was given only to
the students who willingly register for this exam. The budget for this project was taken
from the membership fee of the students which was separated from the budget of the
nurses’ days. In totality, 32 nursing students benefitted from this cause.
The swimming and ball games were held at the UPHSL gym which include
basketball and volleyball tournament, while the swimming competition was divided
into individual and group or relay. The individual tournament was further subdivided
into freestyle (25m / 50m), backstroke (50m / 25m) and butterfly (50m / 25m). The
games was participated by all year levels of College of Nursing. The purpose of the
said event was to strengthen camaraderie among all the participants. Everybody was so
excited with the tension of the games. The crowd grew wild as they cheered for their
bets. The winners are as follows:
BASKETBALL:
1st Place = 3rd yr (juniors)
2nd Place = 4th yr (seniors)
3rd Place = 2nd yr (sophomores)
VOLLEYBALL GIRLS:
1st Place = 4th yr (seniors)
2nd Place = 2nd yr (sophomores)
3rd Place = 3rd yr (juniors)
VOLLEYBALL BOYS:
1st Place = 4th yr (seniors)
2nd Place = 3rd yr (juniors)
3rd Place = 2nd yr (sophomores)
SWIMMING:
1st Place = 4th yr (63 pts.)
2nd Place = 3rd yr (47 pts.)
3rd Place = 2nd yr (31 pts.)
4th Place = 1st yr (16 pts.)
The Nurses’ Days this year was a big change for all the students because for
the past years it was celebrated for a week and this year it was resolute in a two-day
celebration. Still, the whole college enjoyed all the activities and learned the aims of
each and every event.
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6 2nd Semester Issue
EDITORIAL
Nobody but ...YOU
by Biennabelle Y. Dio
It was the blackest day in the history of journalism in the Philip-
pines, already ranking 4th worst deadliest nation for the news media after
Iraq, Russia and Colombia as surveyed by the International News Safety
Institute (INSI).
“This is a horrific event for all in the world news community, but it goes be-
yond an attack on journalism and press freedom -- it is an appalling assault
on democracy itself,” said INSI Director Rodney Pinder.
As a journalist, the freedom to express one’s self and/or opinions
on controversial issues is vital. I remember the Martial Law Days where the
press was forcibly silenced by the Marcos regime. They cannot do their job
if something is holding them back. Everyday, they face a tough decision:
succumb to fear and pressure or remain true to their oath as objective press
members. I look up to these people, who can be regarded as heroes too, for
without them having sacrificed their lives, it would have not revealed how
premeditated, ruthless, indiscriminate, brazen and fiendish the politicians in
our country are.
Reuters reported the dead included Genalyn Tiamzon-Mangudadatu,
who was on the way to file the nomination of her husband to contest the gov-
ernorship of Maguindanao province against Datu Andal Ampatuan, the head
of a powerful, local family. She was accompanied by several members of her
family and local journalists.
The convoy was ambushed at about 10.30 A.M. by about 100 armed
men, some reportedly in police uniform, who took everyone to a remote
location where the killings took place. According to some reports most were
shot, but some were run over by vehicles.
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) said the
victims included at least 12 journalists covering the political development.
President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo condemned the latest violence
and ordered the police to hunt down the killers. However, PGMA is a known
ally to the Ampatuans. If this is true, I can’t hardly imagine how our highjest
governmtn official could turn her head the other way and let people such as
the Ampatuans lard it over in Maguindanao. If we will recall, PGMA, in the
2004 National Elections, won landslide in Maguindanao, because of the help
of the Ampatuan clan. What would be her role this time?
The Maguindanao massacre is the single worst incident that reflects
suppression of the political, electoral, security, justice system and of the Phil-
ippine Journalism and even anywhere in the world and comes amid local and
international concern. We say we practice freedom of expression because
of the ruling democracy but who says democracy, but the unabashed power
mongering of the Ampatuans is saying that democracy can be overruled by
our leader themselves.
Media organizations are one in condemning the killings -- Philip-
pine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ), Southeast Asian Press Alli-
ance (SEAPA), Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster sa Pilipinas (KBP), Center for
Community Journalism and Development (CCJD), Center for Media Free-
dom and Responsibility (CMFR), College Editors Guild of the Philippines
(CEGP), Freedom Fund for Filipino Journalists (FFFJ), National Union of
bright MINDS. creative HANDS. CADUCEANS. campus journalists @ HEART
Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP), Philippine Human Rights Reporting
Project (PHRRP) and Philippine Press Institute (PPI).
National Union of Journalists (NUJP)’s Secretary-General Rowena
Paraan said “It’s also as if you’re the one who pulled the trigger or held the
axe of those who were said to have been beheaded” in a statement challenging
the Philippine National Police and Malacañang on the immediate response on
the issue.
The justice system has neither proven its power, nor its worth even to
the most influential people. It is saddening to know that someone must have
been above the law, controlling people to conceal the truth. I hope this time
that 57 people were slashed down to death; justice will choose no supremacy
for the victims of the massacre.
On December 5, 2009, Martial Law was proclaimed to solve lawless-
ness in Maguindanao while Governor Datu Andal Ampatuan Sr. and other
members of the Ampatuan’s political dynasty in Maguindanao were arrested.
Many agree that this move will solve the problem in Maguindanao sooner but
some say that this will only be a step towards PGMA’s perpetuation in power.
However, lawyers are contemplating challenging the declaration of Martial
Law in the Supreme Court.
Media institutions or every Filipino’s rights must be protected by the
government under Section 1 Article III of the Bill of Rights enshrined in the
1987 Philippine Constitution. We must always remember that media is the
government’s partner in our nation’s progress. However, if the government
does anomalies, it tends to manipulate and bribe the media. We know for a
fact that there are some members of the media who are corrupt, still many are
not. Is it because finding the truth will open more can of worms? Or will it
taint their ”good” image?
The bottom line is that, news is news, whoever is involved. Let us
keep the news alive. Nobody can suppress the media. Nobody can curtail
press freedom but YOU.
References:
http://ccjd.org/main/2009/11/
http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/views-and-analysis/11/26/09/maguindanao-massacre-heavy-
toll-community-journalism
http://www.tinigngplaridel.net/sections/news/2009/11/24/cmc-statement-re-maguindanao-
massacre-and-journalists-slaughtered-in-the-line-of-duty/
http://www.pinoypress.net/2009/11/30/maguindanao-massacre-why-andal-ampatuan-jr-
thought-he-could-get-away-with-it/
What Have You Gotten Yourself
Into?
by Rochelle Cadiente
Four years ago, I was one of hundreds of students who enrolled in
college for a course that I believed would provide a better, more secure future
for myself as well as my family. Four years ago, if someone asked me if I
knew what I was in for, I could’ve easily answered back without any second
thoughts, “I want to serve people by caring for them, and I want to provide
security for my family.”
In other words, I had absolutely no idea what I was in for, and it was only after
I have studied four years of nursing that I gained insight of what I had gotten
myself into.
I recall one time I was on duty in a medical ward, I was caring for a
patient who had Cardiovascular Accident (CVA) and was paralyzed on one
side of the body. She soiled her bed and needed help, and I was the only one
in the room to help her. In that simple instance was when the reality hit—no,
more like slapped me across the face. “Heck,” I said to myself, “this is what
I am going to be doing for the rest of my life!”
If you would ask me what would be the most important thing I have
learned after studying four years in college, you won’t hear me talk about any
special nursing intervention, extensive surgical procedure, complex patho-
physiology, or any complicated medical-surgical subject. Probably the most
important thing I have learned from all those years is that, as a health care
professional-to-be, you have to have passion for what you are and will be do-
ing. It is never enough to say, “I want to serve people,” and it would be even
more unforgivable to claim that the only reason you took up your course is
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EDITORIAL 2nd Semester Issue 7

CADUCEUS to secure a future for your family. Let me tell you this now:
NEWS ORGANIZATION earning money or having a secure future is never a strong
enough motivation. Oh yes, it would get you somewhere,
EDITORIAL BOARD
A. Y. 2009 – 2010
but it wouldn’t get you very far.
Biennabelle Dio
As an aspiring health care professional, you have
Editor – in – Chief to be ready to spend years studying in order to be a profes-
sional that would someday help save lives. You have to be
Mae Lyn Caberte willing to work hard to meet impossible deadlines, study
Associate Editor long hours and sleep far less than you ever did your whole
life (I’m talking about two or three hours a night, sometimes
Jason Aubrey Templo less); you’d have to be ready to respect impossible clinical
Managing Editor instructors and professors in order to gain their approval.
CREATIVE STAFF You have to be ready to take care of complete
strangers maybe even more than you get to take care of your
Jeziel Venus Reta
own loved ones. You have to be ready to be as patient as you
Art Director
could ever be for patients who would fail to understand, as
Kristel Vyrra De Rojo well as for co-workers and superiors who could and would
Layout Supervisor belittle you in every way possible. You have to be ready to
offer your life for this profession, and accept the reality that
DESK EDITORS this is what you are going to be doing for the rest of your
life.
Aster Kaye Muñoz
News Editor Now, the things you’ve just read can only appear to
you as two things: either you know deep within your bones
Cara Bianca Salandanan that this is your calling, that you’re made for those kinds of
Feature Editor things, and that all you have to say is, “Let’s get it on!” If
this would be the case for you, then I have nothing more to
Aeron Paul Soriano
Literary Editor
say except “Congratulations! You’re on your way there!”
I realized I was so wrong, because once you devel-
oped a strong conviction for something, you can be good at
anything. I realized that you don’t have to be doing some-
thing you loved in order to be successful. God designed us
to be constantly growing, constantly changing, multi-task-
ing individuals, and that is why He gave us the ability to
learn—to be able to do anything!
I realized, too (yes, I was able to realize many
things), that I wasn’t at all deprived of the chance to do
something. In fact, I was given the chance to do more!
I want you, yes you, to realize some things, too.
Friend, you are already where you are, and there is definite-
ly a reason why you are there. And unless you try to realize
that, you will never begin to do better. The only thing left to
do is to make it work, instead of sulking over the fact that “I
have no freedom!”, or, “This is all too much!” You are not
a kid anymore. You are now a young adult, expected to be
able to decide and work hard for himself. This isn’t a play-
ground. You have to work your way through this minefield,
and hope you get into your area of profession with all vital
parts intact. The earlier you realize this, the more time you
have to accept, to grow, and to mature.
Don’t be stuck up. Okay, so you’re in college, and
it’s far worse than you imagined. So, get over it! Defy your
own limits, and begin to accept the destiny that you, and no
one else but you, are making for yourself. Remember this:
No one could ever tell you to stop… except yourself.

Patrick Villacorta On the other hand, if it all appeared to you as some- I didn’t write this article to make anyone feel good
Sports Editor thing you couldn’t picture yourself doing, something almost about themselves. This piece is not meant to serve as ‘pam-
close to a punishment you would never allow for yourself, palubag-loob’ to anyone who thinks that he isn’t made for
Valerie Joy Ochavo then, come walk a little bit further with me, please. Let’s this. And besides, there is no such thing as a wrong choice.
Health and Wellness Editor talk. What’s wrong is when you choose for yourself, and then
you won’t stick up for it. That’s just bull.
WRITER APPRENTICES Being able to realize the situation you are in is one
thing. What you do after you realize, though, is what’s more I wrote this to sum up the things I’ve learned, and,
Amiebelle Naval important. When that reality slapped me so brutally, it took yes, realized, during college. Sometimes, it is only in jotting
Jessant Deblois
me a lot of time before I was able to embrace it. Acceptance everything down, and then reading your own words after-
Stephani Celoso
Ria Marie Rivera
doesn’t happen in an instant, you know. It’s a process you wards, that you are able to see and appreciate how much
Rina Theresa Soliven would have to go through. you’ve grown.

JUNIOR ARTIST
Angelica Sison
ARTIST APPRENTICES
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Princess Joy Fernandez
PHOTOJOURNALIST
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Technical Adviser
Dr. Roldan Comcepcion
Executive Director, UPH-DJGTMU
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You see, before I went to college, I knew too well
that the fervor burning inside me was meant for writing.
And so when I was made to enroll for a medical profession,
I felt as if I was placed inside a small box, deprived of the
freedom I knew I was meant for. What was even worse was
that I felt as if I couldn’t do anything about it, because if I
insisted in having things the way I wanted them, it would
only hurt and disappoint my family. So I let them have their
way, soothing myself with the thought, “It couldn’t be so
bad, now, can it?”
When things began to get more complicated though,
and that was during the first few weeks of my second year
in college, I felt that coming to class everyday was a waste
of time. I felt I was stuck working hard for what I never re-
ally liked, and I felt frustrated because I was not doing what
I really wanted to do. The feeling sucked, and I couldn’t
even imagine how I managed to go through everything even
though I felt like that for a long time.
However, things changed when I began to go on
duty in different hospital settings during my third year. Af-
ter I’ve met and worked with people in the same profession,
and after I’ve handled patients of various sorts and with dif-
ferent needs, I slowly began to really see what I had gotten
myself into.
I was finally able to realize that for a long time, I
was already inside a box without me being aware of it—a
box I’ve put myself into. I confined myself to the belief that
I was meant to be a writer because I thought at that time that
it was the only thing I was good at, and probably, the same
reason, the same excuse, why I was bound to fail nursing.
Before I left the client’s room, she told me, “’Nak,
salamat ha? Alam kong pupuwede ka namang tumawag ng
ibang nars sa labas, pero ikaw pa rin ang tumulong sa akin.
Salamat, ija. Sana’y huwag kang magbabago kahit nars ka
na.”
As I closed the door, I felt a feeling that was both
strange and lovely at the same time. In just that simple in-
stance, I became part of that person’s life, and the thing is,
she was happy that I was there for her. I felt more than thank-
ful that I was left alone in that room, because if I hadn’t,
then I wouldn’t have been able to realize. And I wouldn’t
have been able to begin to gladly accept that this is what I
am going to be doing for the rest of my life.
I studied four excruciatingly hard years of nurs-
ing, and still, all I gained is an insight, a mere idea, a sort
of “tunnel view”, of what I am going to be doing for the
rest of my life. I never said I knew everything I need to
know already, even though I’ve already been able to realize
a hundred different things a hundred different times. I guess
what I’m trying to say is that I know I’m still up for more
slaps on the face. Patients wouldn’t always be as grateful as
Mrs. “You Made Me Realize” (word for the day), employ-
ment rates wouldn’t always be as high, and I’m sure sinister
co-workers and brutal superiors are not very far away. But
you know what? After four long, fruitful years of building a
strong conviction for myself, I could only say, “Let’s get it
on!”
Tip: Whenever things would get tough, just close your
eyes, bow your head, and whisper silently, “Lord, give me
the strength, the courage, and the wisdom I need.” Trust
me, it works every time.
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8 2nd Semester Issue

FEATURE
King of Pop: : Beating It (Still?) By: Biennabelle Dio

“…you’ll remember me somehow; though you don’t need me now I will stay in your heart.”
-Michael Jackson (1958-2009)

Michael Jackson’s legacy will be forever connected to his musical genius and jaw-dropping
dancing and the stories behind his every masterpiece is another record. Simply, its lyrics and
the melody are two inevitable trademarks that catch the ear, heart and breath of every listener.
The song “Heal the World” hits every Filipino, thus making it a local bet and an all-time
inspiration. Look at how far MJ has gone through with his campaign of building a positive
change and so much better days. His archives are now history. Want evidence? Why not
check out for your mom and dad’s record, they might be keeping MJ’s too. Here are his top
10 hits:

1. "Beat It"
Jackson never got much credit for being a pioneer. His melding of rock and R&B preceded
the meeting of Run-D.M.C. and Aerosmith (pop. “I Can’t Stop This Feeling Anymore”) by
four years instead. Besides featuring one of the best guitar solos in pop history (provided free
of charge by Eddie Van Halen) it is the best proof of Jackson's ability to bridge moods and
genres. It is tense and spooky, it rocks, and yet you cannot help but to dance to it.

2. "Man in the Mirror"

This simple midtempo ballad from Bad shows tendency to be overlooked by people be-
cause of Jackson's abysmal catalog. However beyond offering a swift glimpse of autobiogra-
phy ("I'm starting with the man in the mirror/ I'm asking him to change his ways"), it is one of
Jackson's most powerful vocals and practical social statements, not to mention the best-ever
use of a gospel choir in a pop song.

3. "I Want You Back"

Even with everything we know about Jackson as an adult, only a person with the hardest
of hearts could hear the chord progression of the Jackson 5's greatest song and not get up
and dance. The effortlessness with which Jackson fuses the influence of Sly Stone and James
Brown with his own innocent yelping is part of the appeal, but the whole song flies by with
a whimsy and sweetness that was Jackson's calling card well into his mid-20s. Jackson 5 is
composed of Jermaine, Marlon, Tito, Freddie and Michael.

4. "Billie Jean"
Based on a real-life tragedy in which a woman accused Jackson of fathering her twins ("She says I am the one/ But the kid is not my son"), the song almost did not make it onto
Thriller because Quincy Jones, Jackson’s producer, hated its signature part: the bass line. Thumping and fraught, it feels like the soundtrack to a late-night walk through a bad neigh-
borhood. It successfully made Jackson sound dangerous, which was no small feat. Amazingly, the video was also one of the first by a black artist ever played on MTV.

5. "Never Can Say Goodbye"

Michael's voice when he was 12 is markedly deeper than on earlier Jackson 5 songs and deeper than on a lot of his later solo stuff too. In the verse, he ramps up the emotion gradu-
ally, easing his way up the scale until he bursts into the chorus, hitting all the high notes with astounding clarity.

6. "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" Proving that he was more than just a sweet kid, this was the first song Jackson had full creative control over as a singer and songwriter. His
mother, a Jehovah's Witness, was reportedly stunned at the sexual entendre in the title. "Don't Stop" came out squarely at the end of the disco era, and yet it is so filled with energy and
instruments (trumpet, flugelhorn, electric piano) that it does not sound the least bit dated. No self-respecting wedding DJ goes anywhere without it.

7. A better album opener was harder to write than this one from Thriller, which not only pumps up the energy but lays out Jackson's ambitious musical agenda from the disco beat to the
rock timbre of the vocals to the closing refrain of "mama-se, mama-sa, mama-coo-sa," cribbed from "Soul Makossa," a hit by Cameroonian saxophonist Manu Dibango. The closing
refrain sounds alike “Please Don’t Stop the Music” by Rihanna (2007).

8. "We Are the World"

Parts of this benefit single have aged poorly — specifically, the Quincy Jones fanfare that opens the thing and the Cyndi Lauper (pop. “Time After Time”) shrieking-dolphin interlude.
But the song itself written by Jackson and Lionel Richie (pop. “Three Times a Lady), is a wonder; versatile enough to accommodate the vocal styles of everyone from Kenny Rogers
(pop. Coward of The Country”) to Bob Dylan. And at the 2:40 mark, when Jackson sings the bridge in a classic "'scuse me, genius coming through" moment, he proves that his style
tops them all.

9. "I'll Be There"
After three upbeat songs, this Berry Gordy–co-written ballad was the Jackson 5's first serious track, and it turned out to be its most successful. Michael and Jermaine share the lead
vocals, but it was Michael who had the memorable lines, opening with, "You and I must make a pact." He sounds almost too young to know what the word pact might mean. And the
ad-libbed ender, "Just look over your shoulders, honey," a reference to the Four Tops' "Reach Out, I'll Be There."

10. "Ben"
This song about a rat, from the 1972 film of the same name, was originally offered to Donny Osmond. That tells you all you ought to know about the quality of the composition. The
vocal is another exemplifying story. In classic style, Jackson, 14 at the time of its release, confers just enough to make us believe that he and Ben have "both found what we were
looking for," but his coercion is just as powerful. Every note is clean and understated, giving "Ben" a dignity far above its station.

Did you know also that MJ collaborated with The Beatles’ Paul McCartney in “Say Say Say,” an encouraging love song in 1987? Besides that, they did the song “The Girl Is Mine,”
a rival of two gentlemen.
Jackson was acquitted in the Gavin Arvizo case, dramatically so, but the effect on his mental state was ruinous. Nevertheless, Jackson has half ownership of the copyrights to
The Beatles catalogue with the record company Sony which has kept him from insolvency. Although Sony has been in position for more than a year where it can already repossess
Michael’s share of the catalogue, they are afraid of an adverse reaction from his fans. The record company has been settling his accounts.
He has as many as 200 unpublished songs that could be worth as much as £60million. This will ensure his kids a comfortable living with their grandmother despite Jackson’s death.
A scheduled series of concert this year is supposedly a comeback of the King of Pop entiled This is It. What is worth noting is that, the O2 Arena in London has the most sophisti-
cated lip synching technology in the world which is a particular attraction for a singer who can no longer sing. Had, by some miracle, the concert series gone ahead, Jackson’s personal
contribution could have been limited to just 13 minutes for each performance. The rest was to have been appearance, choreography and lights.
Michael Jackson’s being legendary and masterful relates a generation to another. People will remember that one day a pop icon and moonwalker had tried to heal every nation and
make a difference to build a better world. His spirit lives on through his music and legacy as the King of Pop and the Greatest Entertainer of Our Time.
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ENTERTAINMENT 2nd Semester Issue 9

Sneak Peek: Take Heed for thESE Cool Animés

by Jessant Deblois
Bring out your paper or open the
television you might find this cool anime that
in a little while will give you the best anime
experience ever! Get yourself ready to be
acquainted with this newest anime shows.
07 Ghosts
Teito Klein, a former slave who
was sent to attend the Barsburg Em-
pire’s Military Academy because of his
potential to use Zaiphon, a supernatural
power. This ability is indeed unusual. Af-
ter his long stay in the academy he took
the graduation exam, Teito and his best
friend Mikage pass effortlessly. Then,
Teito carries the Eye of Mikhail. An in-
fluential work of art that his country had
gone through and Teito happen to ensnare
with Gods, Verloren and the 7 Ghosts.
Inu Yasha Final Season
The story budges to contempo-
rary Tokyo, where Kagome Figurate a ju-
nior high student who lives on her family’s
Shinto shrine. She also comes out into odd
wilderness, without being conscious that
she traveled back to the Sengoku Period of
Japan. Then Sesshomaru, older half-broth-
er of InuYasha to some scope resurrected
Kagome’s soul, Naraku a demon who ma-
neuvered the inconsistency connecting Ki-
kyo and InuYasha. In the long run, Naraku
bring together all the reassembles of the
Jewel of Four Souls despite the fact that In-
uYasha overpower him. Narake wished to
the magical Jewel to intent Kagome’s soul
to his own. Kagome is sent back keen on
her time. Still later than Kagome’s gradua-
tion, a gateway had open that permit her to
come back to InuYasha’s time. And at that
time Kagome and InuYasha disclose their
love for one another, and Kagome settle
on to reside in the past with InuYasha.
Naruto Shippuden 3: Inheritors of the will
fire
Kakashi run off his place with
unknown conditions, and the Kohona 11
was gathering round by Naruto to dis-
cover out why. Then the journey takes
them on a quest contrasting no mat-
ter how they’ve distinguished before.
Pandora Hearts
Oz Vessalius, is an inheritor to one
of the duke houses. He’s well-off and his
life is untroubled and turns out to be gloomy
by the absence of his father. Then he is
shed into the secure unit well-known as the
“Abyss” to be accumulated by a “chain”,
which is Alice. Vagueness had begun when
Oz unravels the mystery at the rear Al-
ice and the eccentric organization recog-
nized as Pandora together with the Abyss.
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Behind the Scene of Twilight Saga: New Moon Trivias

by Cara Bianca Salandanan
Can’t get enough of the Twilight Saga: New Moon? Here are more scoops of this Trivia #7 –
year’s number 1 box office movie! Whether you’re Team Edward or Team Jacob, here are some Chicken Sewing
of the behind – the – scene trivias that will surely keep you a hard core fanatic!
In the
Trivia #1 – Off – the – Window scene where
Carlisle is
In the Twilight Movie, Bella Swan’s bedroom did not have any windows. Surpris- stitching up
ingly, in this sequel it has a new one! Remember the scene where Jacob has to leap to get inside Bella’s arm after the vam-
Bella’s room? It was done in a series to highlight Jacob’s ninja – style abilities. Aside from that, pire lover protected her from Jasper, the
the movie was shot in Portland, Oregon while the New Moon was set in Vancouver, Canada. filmmaker has to prepare a chicken for them to practice
sewing on. Afterwards it would be cooked and eaten for dinner.
Trivia #2 – Not So Weak Stewart
Trivia #8 – Real or Reel
In one of the fight scenes, Kristen Stewart has to punch the face of one of those wolf
boys who eventually turned into a werewolf! Actually, the 6” 2’ hunk actor confessed that he During numerous interview of the cast of the film, when asked about their
had a keepsake all over his face! (I bet that must’ve hurt!) Now who says she’s weak and small? favorite scene, all have been reportedly giving the same answer. It is when the char-
acters are depressed. It is either Edward Cullen breaking up with Bella or Jacob Black
Trivia #3 – Fly Over parting with Bella.

It is impossible to fly Virgin airline from Seattle to Italy; well, maybe it is possible as Let’s splurge on more facts about the stars of the film!
long as you’re trying to save a vampire lover! A scene at the end of the movie where Bella and
Alice is on a virgin Airline flight to rescue Edward from the Volturi, of course they don’t know • Kristen Stewart’s natural eye color is green, in order to match Bella Swan’s
that it was impossible. eye color, she had to wear brown contacts.

Trivia #4 – Painted Red
The first movie did not feature the house Jacob but in New Moon, he has one. The
makers of the film have to look for a red house of the Quiletes that will exactly fit the descrip-
tion in the book. Fortunately, they found one but it has green in color so they had painted in red.
Trivia #5 – Caught Between the Lines
To stay true to the book, the director of New Moon incorporates lines and dialogues
straight from the book. You might think that it turned out to be an audio file of
the book, but the director added more flavor and creativity in
order to showcase the film apart from the book.
(And I have to agree with that.)
Trivia #6 – USM
To conceal that they were filming
New Moon, the entire cast and crew wore
an ID with a symbol of “USM” as an access
to the set. USM stands for “Untitled Sports
Movie” as the movie working title.
• Taylor Latner has to hit the gym for training and packed 30 pounds of mus-
cles. He reprises the audition and re – secured.
• Robert Pattinson exclaimed that New Moon was his favorite book from the
Twilight series. In addition to that, he can also sing! He contributed 2 songs in the
first movie installment. The first was played during Bella and Edward having their
moments in the woods. The second song was played when Bella was in the throes of
death.
• Jaime Campbell Bower who played Caius of Volturi revealed that he audi-
tioned for the role of Edward Cullen. Aside from that, he has appeared in Harry Potter
as Gellar Gridelward in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Incidentally, Robert
Pattinson played Cedric Digory in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Coincidence
right?
• The hunks that portrayed the werewolves have to show papers stating that
they are native descents before securing their roles. They descended tribes of Lacota,
Cree – Meetis, Purepecha, Hualapai and Cree.
Now that you’re loaded with these trivia and facts, I’m sure you don’t want
to miss the next sequel. And don’t forget to include these in your Twilight and New
Moon encyclopedia.

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10 2nd Semester Issue

PHOTO ESSAY
Medical University Week 2010

Special Children, Special Talents,

Special Future: Talented children at the
A Blissful One. A Holy Eucharist marked the A Sign of Respect. Holy Mass for the Death Special Olympics
start of the Medical University Week 2010. Anniversary of Dra. Josefina Laperal Tamayo

Give it your best shOT! The College of Occupational Not Just Smiles
Therapy takes home the Championship title in the and Guts.
Francis Laund-
Cheerdance Competetion. gren Laborde and
Emmanuel Lopez
both from the
College of Nurs-
ing, grabbed the
title Mr. and Ms.
Sports fest ’10 .

Behold! Mr. and

Ms. Medical
University Week
2010: Beauty,
Brains, and every-
thing else.

Galing at Talino. A warm welcome to LAKAS-

CMD’s Standard Bearer Gilbert “Gibo” Teodoro.

Live and Learn. Instructors listen and learn

at the JLT symposium with the theme “The
Secrets of Successful Private Practice.”

The Voice of an Angel. “A Remixed. Mellow music for the sweet

Physically Arranged. The
College of Physical Therapy’s
entry won 1st place in the
Exhibit.
true blue Perpetualite really souls: Acoustic Night 2010
They Move and Groove. College of
got it all” Jeaprille Purifica-
Nursing won as champion during the
cion just won the hearts of
Range of Motion 2010.
the judges.
(Perpz Got Talent)

Sweat it all up
for Better Health.
Sports for the uni-
versity’s instructors
“Contestants, raise your answers please...”
Spike, Steal, Serve and Dunk! Heated ball and professors Brainwavers 2010: Pharmacy (1st Place),
games for sports-minded Medical Allied
Physical Therapy (2nd Place),
Students.
Nursing (3rd Place)

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SPORTS
Manuel “Manny” Pacquiao is a native of Mindanao. He was born on December 17, 1978 in Kibawe, Bukidnon, Mindanao and is

Pacquiao: The
currently residing in his home town, General Santos City, South Cotabato. He is married to Jinkee Pacquiao with four children. Also known as
Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao, he is a Filipino legendary professional boxer having 7 different titles in 7 different divisions in the world of boxing
and he is rated by The Ring Magazine as the Pound-for-Pound King. Pacquiao also dabbled in music recording, politics and acting as well.

Pound-for-Pound

Pacman started his boxing career at the age of 16 at 106 lbs (light flyweight). His professional debut was a 4 round match against Ed-
mund “Enting” Ignacio on January 22, 1995 wherein Pacquiao won via decision. That him an instant star.

King

Pacquiao’s big break came on June 23, 2001 when he won the fight against Super Bantam Weight Champion Lehlohonolo Ledwaba by
technical knockout and then defended the title five times.

He rose in the first fight with Barrera in the Feather Weight Division and defeated Barrera via T.K.O. Because of that, Pacquiao was
recognized as the World Champion by the Ring Magazine after his victory. Months after, Pacquiao went on to another challenge of a respected by Patrick Villacorta
Mexican counter puncher, the holder of the WBA and IBF Feather Weight titles, Juan Manuel Marquez. The result of the match was controversial
because after Pacquiao knocked down Marquez in the first round, the result of the match is a draw.

Later on, Pacquiao moved up to another division which is 126 to 130 lbs (Super Feather Weight). to fight a Mexican boxer and a three-
time champion Erik Morales. Unfortunately, Pacquiao lost by a unanimous decision. Meanwhile, on September 10, 2005, Pacquiao fought with
a Mexican boxer named Hector Velazquez and captured WBC International Super Feather Weight title, on the same day when Erik Morales lost
against American national Zahir Raheem via unanimous decision.

After half a year, Pacquiao and Morales had a rematch. This is record-breaking, as this was the first knockout loss of Morales through-
out his boxing career via tenth round.

Pacman, consequently, did not wait for a long time to face another boxer. He defeated Oscar Larios, a Mexican boxer wherein he got
the WBC International Super Feather Weight title. After a couple of months, Morales asked a decision match with Pacquiao, they fought again
for the third time and by then, Pacquiao did not waste his time. He knocked out Morales only on the third round.

Before the year 2006 ended, Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao named by both HBO and Ring Magazine as the Fighter of the Year, HBO also
quoted Pacquiao as the Most Exciting Fighter of the Year.

The next opponent Bob Arum chose to match up Pacquiao with was a Mexican boxer named Jorge Solis. Even though Pacquiao got a
cut under his left eyebrow, he knocked Solis down twice. And after the fight with Solis, the much-awaited rematch with Marco Antonio Barrera
was set. Still, Pacquiao won by a unanimous decision.

On March 15, 2008, another rematch against Marquez entitled the “Unfinished Business” set in. The business was finally ended, so to
speak, when Pacquiao knocked Marquez down in the third round. Pacman won the WBC and The Ring Super Feather Weight Belts. These made
him be the first Filipino to win major world titles. After this breath-taking match, Pacquiao moved to Light Weight Division (135 lb) to challenge
American national David Diaz, the reigning WBC Light Weight Champion. Pacman defeated Diaz via knockout on the ninth round and became
the WBC Light Weight Champion.

The Ring’s “Fighter of the Year” in 1995 and Ring Magazine’s top-rated Pound for Pound fighter in the world in 1997 – have you ever
thought that a Filipino boxer will have a match against the legendary Oscar dela Hoya? The bout last December 6, 2008 was a 12-round, non-
title fight at the 147-pound (67 kg) welterweight limit. Although Manny Pacquiao went into the fight recognized as the leading pound-for-pound
boxer in the world, some pundits speculated that 147 pounds could have been too far above his natural weight against the larger De La Hoya.
However, Pacquiao’s trainer Roach was confident of a victory as he stated that De La Hoya could no longer “pull the trigger” at that stage in his
career. De La Hoya, who was favored to win the bout due to his size advantage, was expected to be the heavier of the two on fight night. De La
Hoya entered the ring at 147 pounds to Pacquiao’s 148.5 pounds (67.4 kg). De La Hoya lost the fight by way of TKO after 9 rounds in a dominant
performance by Manny Pacquiao.

Pacquiao also defended against Ricky Hatton for the IBO and The Ring Magazine’s Light Welter Weight titles. He started the fight
strong, thus knocking Hatton down twice in the first round and on the second round, Pacquiao finished Hatton with a mind-blowing punch
awarding him K. O.

Moreover, Pacquiao had a historical match against Puerto Rican boxer Miguel Cotto, which was an impressive and mind-blowing clash
even though Cotto is a powerful boxer. He was also held victorious over the WBC Welter Weight Champion Miguel Cotto. Pacquiao became the
first boxer to win7 major champion belts in 7 different divisions.

Most recently, he won the Welterweight Title against African boxer Joshua Clottey via 12 round lat March 14, 2010.

Pacquiao was featured not only in T. V. Commercials but also in boxing video games, the EA sports, The Fight Night 4. It has a limited
edition demo of fight featuring Pacman and Ricky Hatton and he became the first Filipino athlete to appear on a postage stamp but wait there’s
more. Did you know that Sylvester Stallone plans to do a movie with our very own Manny Pacquiao? Stallone, reportedly, is a Pacquiao fan and
he wants Manny to be his co-star.

Did you know that not only Pacquiao has a match? Even his wife, Jinkee Pacquiao has a match versus Krista Ranillo, too. She has
been accused that she is his concupiscence. Many people were intrigued of that issue especially when it was reported that Manny gave Krista
a condominium unit. Others say that a car was also given.
Scattered online are pictures of Manny Pacquiao in U.S. with
a girl in the front seat covering her face.

Speaking of Manny’s victory, have you noticed

that in his every successful fight, 13 days after, something
bad happens? Pacquiao vs. Morales’ event after 13 days,
Wowowee stampede happened; Pacquiao vs. Larios, Mayon
Volcano erupted; Pacquiao vs. Barrera, Glorietta 2 Bombing
was executed, and recently Pacquiao vs. Cotto after 13 days,
Maguindanao Massacre was tremendously held. It depends by K. V. D. R.
on you if you will believe it or not. Besides, it must be God’s
judgement not ours.

Pacquiao’s next bout will be even more of a chal- Puzzle 2 Lily needs your help again! Enter a
lenge, when he runs for Congress in the May 10, 2010 elec- digit from 1 to 9 in each cell of a 9x9
tions, seeking to represent a district on the southern Philip-
7 2 1 6
grid made of 3x3 sub-grids, starting
pine island of Mindanao, Saranggani. He as well goes by the
campaign of Presidential Candidate Manny Villar and the with various digits given in some
rest of the Nacionalista Party.

Despite his fame, Pacquiao had tasted defeat by

8 5 3
cells. Take note that each row, col-
umn, and sub-grid must contain only
Darlene Antonino-Custodio in this arena before. In 2007, he
one instance of each digit.
lost his first bid for a seat in Congress, and faces an equally
entrenched opponent this time around. He tried seeking for a
congressional seat to represent the 1st District of South Co-
tabato. His decision to enter politics easily turned off his fans
6 1 But before she can fully unlock the
weapon she could use to defeat the
as well as the public. monster, she must answer this side
question first:
Still, let us regard Pacquiao as an inspiration in our
dreams. Like Manny Pacquiao does, just pray and do your 1 The monster is afraid of its own re-

6
best and God will do the rest.

Let’s see what next big thing happens next. 7 flection in a mirror. What do you call
the phobia of one’s reflection?

Sources:

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http://philboxing.com/news/story-36748.html
ABS-CBN News online
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