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CASE presents English Festival 2011

Look Up, Young Man, Look Up!

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FEATI University Recognition Day

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SEAHAWKS MALE SPIKERS: 3RD ISAA VOLLEYBALL CHAMPS

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FEATI-SFA Bags Shell Competition

By: Ginza Chavez

FEATI University School of Fine Arts (SFA) joined the 44th Shell National Students Art Competition (NSAC) 2011 held at the Ayala Museum, Makati City last October 14, 2011. There were 49 colleges and universities in the Philippines that submitted their artworks for judging by critically acclaimed artists namely: Soler Santos, Lito Carating, Rock Drilon, Reuben Canete Renato Habulan, Roland Ventura, Antipas Delotavo, Angel Cacnio, Pablo Baen Santos and Nemi Miranda. On its 65th year of being an academic institution, FEATI University SFA has the most number of victories garnered by its talented students. This years winners are: Paul Christopher O. Adriano (1st Place, Watercolour Category); Ronante S. Maratas (2nd Place, Oil and Acrylic Category); and Lance Kirby T. Yaneza (3rd Place, Watercolor Category). Maratas was a double winner as another artwork entry of his Momento Mori also made it to the finals. Rey M. Lacap and Benjamin M. Javier were some of the notable SFA students who displayed outstanding skills with their brush in this Shell Competition. SFA students brought, once again, honor to FEATI University. Dean Janice L. Young and Professor Neil M. Dela Cruz were very proud of the achievements of their creative students in the prestigious art competition.

FEATI UNIVERSITY gLOWS IN

THE DRAgONBOAT RACE 2011 NOVICE DIVISION
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FEATI Invaded!
By Saxs Gabrielle P. Santos

The word Otaku in the Wikipedia is a Japanese term used to refer to people obsessed in anime, manga or video games. The FEATI Computer Society, which is under the Information Technology Department in cooperation with the Events and Promotions Department, and various sponsors like: Netopia, Select Toyo,

World of Fun, High Sierra, and Blue Horizon, kicked off the very first FEATI Otaku Festival and Cosplay Competition last July 30, 2011. Since this was opened to the public, FEATI University was invaded by oodles of cosplayers, costume hobbyists, and anime buffs who lavishly geared themselves up with costumes of their favorite characters. As such, continue on page 4

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JUST A PESO OF MINE
Juan Carlo B. Chanchico

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MARIE JOY P. MOLINA

MAJESTYS WORDS LRT (Labanan Ritoy Tunay!)

geek is the New Sexy

iPhone were out to cope with the competition but better in quality than the others. It didnt really matter to him if he gets high profit with his creations as long as he produces high quality products that satisfy the consumers. Bill Gates (Founder of Microsoft Corp.), who is the richest man in the world and competitor of Steve Jobs, sells his products in royalty but with a lower quality. Early this year, Jobs took a medical leave and then resigned as CEO of Apple Inc. due to his health. Jobs innovated the 21st century with his creations. He made our life worth living, touching it in different ways. He is a true hero giving us the opportunity to fully enjoy modern technology.

Steve Jobs, a geek, visionary, and creative genius, died of Pancreatic Cancer. Steve Jobs - the creator of the Apple Computer Inc., an American multinational corporation responsible for the famous Macintosh, iPod, iPhone and iPad, passed away last October 6, 2011. Jobs, together with his friends, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne, built the Apple I personal computer and invented the Macintosh. Macintosh is the flagship product of Apple Inc. Few years after the release of Macintosh, Jobs released the next generation of Macintosh named Macintosh Portable. It is designed to be a powerful desktop but weighed 7.5 kilograms with a 12-hour life battery. Jobs didnt stop creating new gadgets. He gave a good start to the millennium by developing the iPod, a music player that suits any person with the capability of being handy. Macbook, iPad and

NOSTALGIC
Mary Jane A. Yonzon

CLASSCARD
ang dakilang classcard. Bago ka pa man humarap sa mag-iinterview sayo, una nang nakipag kita ang classcard mo. Ang first impression mo sa kanila ay hindi sa ganda ng pormal mong kasuotan, hindi sa ayos ng buhok, hindi sa kintab ng kuko o kislap ng ngiti mo; kundi sa mga buhay na numerong naka-marka sa classcard mo. Makapangyarihan man ang classcard, libong bagay ang hindi kayang maipakita nito sa kahit na sino. Hindi naka marka sa classcard ang pagod, puyat, gutom at pera na iginugol mo, makamit lamang mga numerong naka marka dito. Hindi kayang sukatin ng classcard kung gano kahabang gabi ang ginawa mong umaga, matapos lamang ang mga proyektong ipapasa sa kinabukasan. Hindi kayang patunayan ng classcard kung ilang break time at recess ang tiniis mo mabili mo lang ang mga materyales na kailangan mong bilhin para sa iyong pag-aaral. At higit lahat, hindi kayang ikwento ng classcard kung paano mo nilamayan magdamag ang libro mo, makakuha ka lang ng TRES o 75 sa subject ng terrorista mong guro. Mahalaga ang classcard, pero may mas mahalaga pa doon na hindi kayang tumbasan ng mga numerong isinulat katabi ng mga subject na pinag-aralan mo. Ang mga grades mo sa classcard ay hindi ang sukatan ng mga natutunan mo sa eskwelanhan. Lalo naman na hindi ito ang basehan ng talino at kasipagan na ginawa, ginagawa at makakaya mo pang gawin. Sabi nga nila, sa classcard naka marka ang bunga ng pagpapagal ng isang mag-aaral. Kung sino man ang nagsabi non, nakalimutan nyang idiin na naka-marka lang ang mga pinaghirapan mo sa classcard; hindi naka-ukit. Sige, isipin mo na lang kung bakit.

Matalino ang anak ko, matataas ang grades!.Magaling ang anak ko, walang palakol!. Noong bata pa ako, yan ang madalas kong naririnig sa mga kabitbahay namin na nagbibidahan ng mga anak nilang may matataas na marka sa eskwelahan. Kung sakali namang mababa ang nakukuhang grado ng bata ay madalas kong naririnig ang, Medyo mahina kasi talaga ulo nito eh o kaya namay, tamad kasi mag-aral kaya ang baba ng mga grado! Aminin man natin o hindi, ang estudyante ay hinuhusgahan ng lipunan, sa ngayon, sa resulta ng numero na nakamarka sa isang piraso ng papel: ang classcard. Ang classcard na abot langit pinagmamalaki ng honor student sa kanyang magulang. Ang classcard na ipinagdarasal na maglaho at maging pinong buhangin; pilit itinatago ng estudyanteng puro palakol ang marka. Ang classcard na resulta ng libo-libong piso na ibinayad mong matrikula sa eskwelahan. Ang classcard na tila isang Hollywood Star na inaabangan ng mga estudyante sa tuwing matatapos ang isang semestre o peryodikal. Oo, ang classcard! Sa classcard daw makikita kung ang isang mag-aaral ay pumapasok sa eskwelahan o nag-aaral sa paaralan. Doon mo rin daw malalaman kung ano ang pinag hirapan ng estudyante sa paaralan. Ang classcard din daw ang hurado kung ang bata ay matalino o bobo, masipag o tamad. Marami daw isinasalamin ang classcard. Kahit tapos ka nang mag-aral, paiikutin pa din ng classcard ang buhay mo. Isa sa mga unang hihingin ng kompanyang pinapangarap mo ay

Ang mundo ay isang malaking Quiapo, maraming snatchers, maagawan ka, lumaban ka! --No Other Woman, 2011 Sa buhay ng tao, maraming bagay ang mga nais nating makamit at makuha. Ngunit, lagi rin namang pumapasok sa ating isip kung paano natin ito maaabot. Maraming pangarap ang nabubuo habang lumilipas ang panahon, andyan yung tipong noong bata ka, pang-Miss Universe kasi ang sagot mo, kaya kapag tinanong ka kung anong pangarap mong maging ay sasagot ka ng: Pangarap ko pong maging isang doctor dahil gusto ko pong gamutin si nanay at tatay pag may sakit po sila, o kaya namay Gusto ko po maging teacher kasi gusto ko po magturo paglaki ko. Habang ang tao ay tumatanda, lalo namang lumalaki at lalong nadadagdagan ang pangangailangan ng tao kung kaya namay mas lumalaki at dumarami rin ang nais nating makuha. Andyan yung tipong gusto mong manalo sa isang patimpalak, mag-uwi ng karangalan para sa iyong magulang at maaari din naman na pangarap mong magkaroon ng kasintahan dahil ikaw ay isang NBSB (No Boyfriend Since Birth). Ngunit lahat nga ba ng gusto natin ay ating makakamit? Mayroon kasing mga bagay na kahit anong pilit natin at kahit anong gawin natin ay hindi natin makuha-kuha. At dyan na papasok kung hanggang saan ang kabutihang taglay ng isang tao. May mga tao na kapag hindi nakukuha ang gusto ay lumalaban, ngunit ang iba naman ay paglaban na nasa maling direksyon. Maraming paraan ng paglaban, may mga taong gumagamit ng dahas makuha lang ang nais, mayroon din namang mga tao na takot lumaban. Mayroon namang mga tao na hinahamak ang mga kasamahan, umangat lang sa buhay o sa mundong ito, at ang pinakamasama, mayroong mga taong kahit pumatay ay gagawin makuha lang ang mithiin. Sa ating buhay, maraming bagay ang makukuha natin ngunit dapat lamang na marunong tayong magsukat ng mga bagay na laan sa atin. Mayroong mga bagay na sa iyo, na kahit anong gawin mong pagtaboy dito ay magiging sayongsayo pa rin at mayroong mga bagay na hindi sayo, na kahit anong gawin mo ay hinding-hindi mo makukuha. Tanging ang Panginoong Diyos lamang ang sadyang nakakaalam. Para sa akin, ang laban ng tao ay maihahalintulad ko sa pagsakay sa LRT. Masyadong madaming tao, masyadong masikip at tila bagay nagmamadali ka sa iyong paroroonan. Pipilitin mong sumakay, kahit na minsan alam mong may matatapakan kang tao, o kaya naman pipilitin mong sumakay kahit na alam mong marami ang gigitgit sa iyo. Ngunit, kapag alam nating hindi na kasya, matuto tayong huwag nang ipagpilitan at maghintay. Tandaan: laging may kasunod at parating na tren, malay mo maluwag na o kaya naman SKIP TRAIN pa.

The Dialogue Box 1.12.12

MELVIN T. BESIN

CADETS MOMENTUM Yearn To Lead

to be good role models. Thus, we really have to seek out the best leader in town. A leader must have a brave; sincere heart. A leader works hard too. He does not sit on the job. Well, at times, doubts come to my mind when I see some student leaders around. I cannot keep myself from wondering if they are doing their responsibilities as leaders or not. Whether they have created the change or they simply let change endures them? So, as I take the cudgels of leadership in school, changes in my life begin to happen. These allow me to involve myself in school organizations like Campus Ministry, Kanlungan Pilipinas, and The Featinian. All these, I know, will develop and improve me as a young leader. Through my different experiences in the various organizations that I am into, I get to learn a lot of things. Tactics and solutions come along the way with each problem I face. Though a bunch of stuff keeps blocking my path, I will always look on the other side of the coin: a side that triggers me to accomplish my goals in life. Obstacles challenge me to be better and to be a good person. I shall remain humble as I do my duty to the student population of Feati. One outstanding trait of a good leader is true humility. At this moment, changes in me are still in progress. I notice that God works in mysterious ways. I realized that a leader should always be acquainted with change. Permit me to finish my piece with this quote from the bible. I can do everything and endure changes through Him who gives me strength. ~Philippians

Be the change you want to see in the world. This striking statement made by the famous Mahatma Gandhi, an Indian leader, has really caught my attention. Taking note of his Top 10 Fundamentals for Changing the World has great effect on me. It is true, that aspiring for change must start in us. If we yearn to be a good student leader, we must think of the changes that we, by hand, are willing to undergo because leaders are not born, they are created and honed through time, people, difficulties, and even personal sacrifices.

Leaders are the cream of the crop. They do not lead, rather, they follow. They are the ones who establish and impose rules and regulations which they themselves must obey. The reason why they should comply with these rules is because they need

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THE FEATINIAN
Editorial Staff Academic Year 2011-2012
SAXS GABRIELLE P. SANTOS Editor-in-Chief MELVIN T. BESIN Associate Editor MARK JOSEPH E. MENDOZA News Editor MARIE JOY P. MOLINA Filipino Editor NESTOR B. ASCORA JR. MARY JANE A. YONZON Features and Literary Editors JUAN CARLO B. CHANCHICO Sports Editor Editorial Sketch by Khrizna Gabrielle C. Talastas, 1st year, Fine Arts student. JOHN VINCENT B. ROLEDA FILBERT P. SAMONTE KATHERINE G. NOBLEZA Photographers KHRIZNA GABRIELLE C. TALASTAS Graphic Artist MARCHEL ANTHONY V. CO Layout Artist DARWYNE G. ALONSABE Proofreader Staff Writers JERWIN BRUZA EARLY JOY R. DE SAN JOSE JAN MICHAEL M. HORTILLANO DANIEL M. EULOGIO GINZA S. CHAVEZ Contributors ENGR. JAIME DOMINIC C. PANELO JENILYN R. SALVADOR MARY RUTH ISIDRO HECTOR DIANO DR. DIVINE L. REYES Filipino Technical Consultant PROF. GLAIZA ROSE BLANCA English Technical Consultant PROF. SALVACION T. SACAGUING Adviser The Featinian is published twice every semester by the students of FEATI University. Address: The Featinian Office (Room B2309), FEATI Unviersity, Helios cor. C. Palanca streets, Sta. Cruz, Manila with telephone number: 733-8321 local 303 and e-mail address: thefeatinianpublication@yahoo.com. The Featinian welcomes suggestions, comments, and contributions. These may be sent through e-mail or delivered personally to the above address. Submitted articles, drawings, and photographs automatically become property of the publication and are subject to the editors restricted right to edit. In pursuit of fair, honest, and responsible journalism, The Featinian maintains that all views expressed herein are exclusively those of the authors alone and not necessarily reflect those of the entire publication.

The Featinian in 2012

A Positive Perspective, A Progressive Philippines in 2025.

Be the change you want to see in the world. This is a famous saying of Mahatma Gandhi, an Indian philosopher who became an important figure in the history of India during the Twentieth Century. His notable deeds were all acts of fighting for Indias freedom through his principles: love, truth, and non-violence. Be the change you want to see in the world - every time we see or hear this maxim, we, Filipinos, would often say, Madaling sabihin, mahirap gawin. Yes, it is hard to do this, knowing that when we turn the TV on, tune in to a radio program, surf through the Internet, or flick the pages of a the newspaper, we frequently see news about the governments ceaseless fuss against GMA-and-GMA alone has seemingly unending lists of anomalies; the nonstop rallies of the many different militant groups along Mendiola; the execution of a Filipino drug mule in China; the torturous Cavite dog fighting ring ran by Koreans; the Ramjen Revillas death; and even at times, we also get news telling us the projections of the status of the country by 2025 like the alarming state of absolute water scarcity and the terrifying continuous destruction of rainforests leading to an estimation of Philippine forests disappearances by that year. With all these hitches and glitches happening in our country, it is truly very difficult to hope for change. And much harder, to be the change! But, have we never come across to the questions, Bakit nga ba gustinggusto pa din ng mga OFW umuwi sa Pilipinas? Bakit ba sinasabi nila, mas masarap pa din sa Pinas? Ano ba ang mangyayari sa bansang sinilangan ko? May nagagawa ba ako, at may gagawin ba ako para sa bansa? or Mahal ko ba ang Pilipinas? A speaker in a forum once shared, Ang Pilipino daw ay mataas ang I.Q. at E.Q., pero kulang sa P.Q., Patriotic Quotient. Actually, we, Filipinos, are known to be hospitable, courteous, and freedom-loving people, who have long forgotten one important trait which is, patriotism or nationalism. We show great hospitality to foreigners and complete strangers, but we never show kindness and generosity towards our countrymen in our own land. We are well-known for being polite, but we never show respect or consideration to our fellowmen. We love freedom, but we never practice it in a way we can all get a better outcome. We are very good at condemning, criticizing, and butting in all the hullabaloos of people and our country, but all these snags, we see them as they are, we dont look at them in a positive view, we dont see them as opportunities for us to change. Be the change you want to see in the world. Be the change you want to see in the Philippines. We all can be the change. We all can make changes. Changes must be attained through peaceful means. Changes that, once summed up, can make a healthier Philippines. Lets do away with violence, infighting, or aggression. We can start now. We can start by volunteering ourselves to a just cause, by getting involved in worthwhile endeavors, by uniting our efforts, by doing our share in the development of our nation. In this way, we will have a positive perspective and a progressive Philippines in 2025.

Dr. Jose P. Rizal: The youth is the hope of our beloved country.

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CASE presents English Festival 2011
an inspirational message which stayed true to the festivals theme. What followed suit was a quick succession of entertaining presentations from CASE students involving a musical play depicting much-beloved Walt Disney characters; a singing competition ala American Idol; and a dance crew showdown, an ode to American Reality TV dance shows. The panel of judges was comprised of FEATI Universitys Melanie P. Florentino, Head of Events and Promotions, Richie D. Pescador, Head of Human Resources, and Richard Janer, FEATIs Guidance Counselor. An interscholastic Oratorical Contest featuring eight schools, hosted by Chair/Asst. Prof. Sacaguing followed; (Sidebar: participating schools included Chang Kai Shek College -1st Place, Paco Catholic School 2nd Place, Arellano High School- 3rd Place, St. Marys Academy Pasay, SAKYA Academy, Tugatog National High School, Mary Immaculate Parish High School, and Manila Cathedral School); and lastly, a Quiz Bee Contest that was hosted by GEPPSOC Officers, Jeffrey R. Manalo and Cariza Jane M. Soriano. For all these competitions, the organizers awarded all winners with cash prizes, medals, trophies, and certificates. Eng Bee Tin, and Blue Horizon Maritime Training Center donated food & drinks for the judges and the participants. The event was ended with the Dean of Student Affairs , Sr. Nicetas M. Favorito, DC. providing the concluding message and exhorting all Featinians to participate actively in the various contests. The well-attended university-wide celebration of the English Festival drew to a close as English mentors rendered special numbers to the delight of their students. Source: https://www.facebook.com/featiueventsandpromotions from page 1

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FEATI Invaded!
the university became full of anime enthusiasts who provided all the loads of excitement and gimmicks set by the organizers. Enthusiasts enjoyed it when international cosplayers, Lyron Aquino and Kristell Lim, joined the event and judged the cosplay competition. Intermission numbers from XNV, Timpx Pump It Up Dancers, Shaolin Siomai Band, Ikuzo Iwa, Raika, Breaking Hubris, Alternicks, Seigen No Ihan, Deserted, and Onigirl Infusion heated up the whole program. After this successful event, the FEATI Otaku pioneers, once again, roused feelings with another project. Early on this December, they revived the classic Christmas tree, and pioneered in making the whole FEATI community feel the Christmas spirit. They sell Christmas cards at very reasonable prices. By this time, Featinians can put on the 6th feet Christmas tree their special greeting cards and Christmas notes. . Congratulations, IT Department, and keep up the good work! Merry Christmas! ! !

FEATI Universitys College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE), through the Arts and Communications Department headed by Asst. Professor Salvacion T. Sacaguing, English faculty members, and the Global English Proficiency Program Society (GEPPSOC) Officers organized this years English Festival anchored on the theme: English: A catalyst of change and a tool for attaining millennium development goals. Held last September 23, 2011 at the FEATI University Corporate Lobby, the festival was festooned with the colors of the American Flag. Masters of Ceremonies, Mr. Gerard Artemio H. Villaruel and Ms. Sarena R. Corral welcomed university officials and students who came to celebrate the festival. Sr. Emily G. Camarote, DC & Campus Ministry prepared for the Holy Mass which was followed by a Doxology courtesy of the FEATI University Chorale. In keeping with one of FEATIs core values - Patriotism, the Philippine National Anthem was played by the FEATI University Brass Band. Asst. Prof. Sacaguing delivered the opening remarks and turned the microphone over to FEATI president, Dr.-Ing.Adolfo Jesus R. Gopez, who gave

Remember the old,

Look Up, Young Man, Look Up,

but know the new,

Things Are Looking Up.

Eleven students participated in a three-day techno tour, headed by Engr. Virgilio A. Zacarias. Their first stop was the PAG-ASA Office in Baguio City. Next, they visited PLDT Baguio, and their last stop was at Ambuclao Hydroelectric Powerplant. The techno tour is under their subject, ECE514, Seminars and Fieldtrip. The objective of this tour was to let Feati students educate themselves by going to significant places that are related to their studies.

EE-ECE CYBER FORUM 11 Techno Tour

A simple but important forum organized by the FEATI University Supreme Student Council was held at the Activity Center last September 15, 2011. The forum, with the theme, Legal Issues on Technology, started at 3:00PM with an invocation lead by Mr. Glen Jose Sao, an Information Technology student, followed by the singing of the Philippine National Anthem. Dean Tristan Macapanpan of the College of Business delivered the welcome remarks. He stated that people created the technologies. Afterwards, Mr. Louis Marlon Virtucio, a Fine Arts student, and Ms. Elsa Tumibay, an Information Technology student, sang their own rendition of the song, Bakit Ngayon Ka Lang. The students got excited when Ms. Natividad Ladip, the universitys SASO officer, introduced the guest speakers, Optical Media Board Chairman, Mr. Ronnie Rickets, and Mr. Dinkydoo Clarion. Before the talk of Mr. Rickets, Mr. Clarion presented an intermission number. Mr. Rickets began his talk by encouraging the youth to help him in his campaign against piracy by simply not patronizing pirated CDs and DVDs, instead, he told the audience to buy the original ones. Mr. Rickets also discussed the progress of their campaign from the past administration to the present one. To quote him - dati huli lang kami
Manuel L. Quezon University (MLQU) yield eleven new breed of Geodetic Engineers from FEATI University. These new Geodetic Engineers have lived up to the G.E. Dept tradition of excellence. The FEATI University Geodetic Engineering Board Passers 2011 are the following: Engr. James Wilbert Beltran Engr. Millie Shane Reyes

WORD YOUTH DAY 2011 Madrid to Manila

Mark Joseph E. Mendoza

A midnight vigil was successfully celebrated at the grade school grounds of Ateneo de Manila University on August 20 and 21, 2011 with the theme, Kabataang Pilipino, nakaugat kay Kristo. A population, soared up to 11,000 Filipino youth attended the said event. The World Youth Day 2011, Madrird to Manila, was organized by the Campus Ministry of the Archdiocese of Manila headed by Msgr. Vicente Bauson. Campus Ministry Volunteers, FEATI Peer Group, and the FUSSC were the delegates for our beloved university, together with Sr. Nicetas M. Favorito, DC, and Sr. Emilia Camarote, DC. The event started with animations from different Campus Ministries all over Manila. His Eminence, Cardinal Gaudencio Rosales, DD, delivered his message to the Filipino youth. Chris Tiu, alumni of Ateneo de Manila, gave an inspirational talk. Bukas Palad and Hanga Music Ministry performed their master pieces. The night was full of prayers, especially when Taize Prayer started, and Mrs. Viel Aquino-Dee, daughter of our late president, Cory Aquino, led the praying of the Holy Rosary. The vigil was solemn. The event ended with the celebration of the holy mass at 7 oclock in the morning. The participants enjoyed the experience of renewing their selves. It was a faith experience for them. Long live Filipino youth!

ng huli, ngayon wholistic na ang approach namin. Were doing dialogues doon sa mga nahuhuli naming nagbebenta at dahil sa tulong ng local na pamahalaan ay nabibigyan naming sila ng alternative livelihood. One of the slogans of the Optical Media Board Bawal Kumopya was introduced by Mr. Clarion. The students participated actively in the Open Forum that followed. The FUSSC, organizer of the event, distributed the snacks they prepared for the participants. As the forum ends, students joined the crushing ceremony of the pirated CDs and DVDs headed by the OMB Chairman and his team. The event was a huge success for FEATI. Bawal Mangopya, lets fight against piracy!
Engr. George Michael Morales Engr. April Amor Cubio Engr. Sorvigenaleon Ildefonso Engr. Jose Darwin Daduros Engr. Mario Bernas Jr. Engr. Eugene Benedict Bernas
Engr. Allan Richard Sobrevias

11 FEATI U. Alumni passed GE Board Exams

Darwyne G. Alonsabe The Geodetic Engineering Department of Feati University has once again proven itself consistent in producing outstanding engineers for the country. The 2011 Geodetic Engineering board examinations held last September 6 and 7, 2011 at the

Engr. Ryan Amiel Fuentes

FEATI University, especially the Geodetic Engineering Department, is very proud of you.

Engr. Jackielou Agnes Punzalan

Congratulations! ! !

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getting to know you!: White Party
By: Ginza Chavez Featinians had their Acquaintance Party at the Activity Center last August 13, 2011. They called it A White Party. It was organized by the FUSSC. Mr. Cedrick Berones, the president of FUSSC, delivered the opening remarks. Mr. Glen Sao, an IT student, and Ms. Nieves Dalida, a Mass Communication student, served as emcees of the program. A number of students participated in this White Party. Many enjoyed the games and intermission numbers. They liked the dance number from the Realist as well as the song number rendered by Ms. Elsa Tumibay and Ms. Kimberly Canayon. The most awaited part of the program was The Mr. and Ms. Acquaintance Contest. There was a question and answer portion during the contest. After the elimination round there were four male and female contestants who fortunately hit the top four spots. Finally, the judges chose the lucky contestants. Mr. Marlon Virtucio, a 1st year student from the School of Fine Arts and Ms. Cherry Jean Dela Cruz, a 1st year Mass Communication student, won the Mr. and Ms. Acquaintance 2011.

The New FUSSC generation Darwyne G. Alonsabe

The new set of FEATI University Supreme Student Council (FUSSC) officers for the School Year 2011-2012 has assumed office since July 9, 2011. With the aid of the COMELEC, headed by Ms. Nancy G. Cabuhat, and faculty members from the Information Technology Department, the new elected FUSSC officers have been recognized. Featinians have made their decision. Elected students got their full trust. They believe that the chosen ones can do their duties industriously and can be depended upon to lead with dedication, honesty, and integrity. The FUSSC 2011-2012 Officers are: Mr. Cedrick Berones, President (3rd Year, BS AMT)
Ms. Ma. Isabel Formigones, Vice President (4th Year, BS IT)

A great Pageant Comes Back!!!

Saxs Gabrielle P. Santos
Afar from the hustle and bustle in school and at work, it is thrilling to finally hear about the comeback of Mr. & Ms. FEATI! Its been three years since the university last held the pageant, and its just so exciting to note that FEATI University will observe, once again, the much-loved and much-awaited pageantry, the Mr. & Ms. FEATI 2012. Headed by the ever outgoing Cedrick Berones, the FUSSC President, together with his on-the-go groupie, led by Kimberly Canayon, who has been untiringly pulling out all stops to give this event a chance of being a wonderful affair, the Mr. & Ms. FEATI 2012 opened doors to aspiring men and women of our university last November 17, 2011. Candidates came in trickles. The deadline of submission of entries is on December 3, 2011. Mr. & Ms. FEATI 2012 will hold a photo shoot on January 11, 2012 as its opening salvo for the year 2012. It was tentatively scheduled at La Vista Pansol nestled in Calamba, Laguna. The photo shoot will surely squeeze out the hidden flair of each candidate that could hoist them up on to the next level, the Pre-pageant Interview on January 28, 2012. The long wait shall finally be over on February 14, 2012, Valentines Day, because it will be on this day that the extremely anticipated Pageant Night will take place. So watch out, folks! Good luck to all and congratulations in advance to the FUSSC!

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ARTALK is a continuing dialogue between artists & art communities to thresh out ongoing issues in the visual arts. Other times it serves as a lively exchange of creative know-how in their respective field of expertise. ARTALK now shifts its gears to an educational locale as a once-a-month public forum aimed to supplement the formal training of the Fine Arts & Design department of FEATI with a live discussion on the technical & creative workings of invited visual artists as well as their opportunity to share their current views on art & the art scene in general. ARTALK 8 particularly showcased the theme NEW FIGURATIVE ART TODAY: FACT, FICTION, and FANTASY OR FAD? Questions like What makes figurative art in the Philippines so in today & What could be the direction & subsequent art modes in the future as influenced by the brewing interest on neo-figurations today? The forum held at the FEATI University Bridgepoint last August 26, 2011 with moderator, Mr. Raul G. Rodriguez (UP College of Fine Arts 84), was made possible thru the industry and efforts of Mr. Neil dela Cruz, with the kind permission of Asst. Dean Janice Young & in cooperation with the Fine Arts faculty instructors: Mr. Jonathan Ranola, Ms. Emma Adayaran, Mr. Joseph Villamar, Ms. Aner Sebastian, Mr. Elvert dela Cruz Banares & Mr. Tope Crisostomo.

Ms. Jessa Batac, Secretary (4th Year, BC CA) Ms. Ria Mariz Cacabelos, Treasurer (4th Year, BS GE) Mr. Freznel Miclat, Auditor (3rd, BS AeE)
Mr. Alvin Corporal, Business Manager (3rd Year, BS MT)

Ms. Nhoralyn dela Cerna, PRO (1st Year, BA MC) Ms. Romeo Surban, SGT (4th Year, BS AeE) Congratulations to the new FUSSC Officers!

PACUCOA VISITED!
By: Mark Joseph E. Mendoza
The Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA) visited our beloved university last October 20 - 22, 2011. It was just a preliminary visit as part of Featis quest for accreditation. PACUCOA is the accrediting body of Colleges and Universities in the Philippines. Our Vice President for Development and Compliance, Dr. Gloria M. Alberto heads Featis Accreditation Committee. She made sure that everything was in the right tract. The purpose of the accreditation is to upgrade the level of teaching and learning in the university. Students, faculty, and staff will surely benefit from this accreditation. If PACUCOA accepts FEATI, it would mean that the university has met PACUCOAs standards and that the university is ready for the next step. Marine Engineering, Marine Transportation, Aeronautical Engineering and Geodetic Engineering are the courses to be accredited. The PACUCOA officers interviewed some students, faculty, and administrative officials. The team also went to observe classes to check on how FEATI professors teach the students. They inspected all the facilities and looked at all documentation. It was a step up the ladder. Hence, Things Are Looking Up at FEATI.

CME rejoices MARITIME WEEK!

By: Melvin T. Besin The College of Maritime Education celebrated its annual Maritime Week last September 19 to 24, 2011 with the theme, Marinong Pilipino; Lakas ng Pagkakaisa. The Maritime Week had its Opening Ceremony in the morning of September 19, 2011 at the FEATI University Activity Center with the invocation of Sr. Nicetas Favorito, DC, Dean of Students Affairs (OSA). This was followed by the entrance of colors. Then, Capt. Hernando Eusebio, the Deputy CEO for Maritime Affairs gave the opening remarks. Marine Transportation-I). There was also a symposium on AntiPiracy in the afternoon. Capt. Abelardo Mercado Pacheco served as the resource person. Furthermore, sports competitions were held in the succeeding days. There were six big teams formed to compete in various games. These are:

FEATI U Fire Drill

By: Daniel Eulogio
Feati University together with the Bureau of Fire Protection conducted a fire drill last July 11, 2011. This was headed by the EE-ECE Chair, Engr. Jorge Bautista. The entire FEATI family participated in the fire drill held in the afternoon of a Monday. The organizers activated the Fire Alarm System and instructed the participants where to go and what to do. Just like what happens in real life situations, everybody looked for the passageway to get to the assigned safe area. The activity was actually timed to determine if the required time for evacuating people was met. In addition, one of the officers of the BFP gave a short lecture about fire control and fire hazards.

Mass Communication Program on its 6th year of existence!

KAMASKOM WEEK!!! 01-06-2012 A celebration of the

Blue Propeller ( Champion, Basketball and Chess) Black Anchor (Champion, Badminton [doubles]) Green Bandits (Champion, Table Tennis) After which Capt. Alfredo Ledesma, the Yellow Marines (Champion, Game of the Superintendent of CME, declared officially the Generals) Maritime Week Celebrationes. The secRed Marines (Champion, Darts) ond part of the program was The Search for Mr. Violet Navigator a.k.a. Palawan Boys (Overand Ms. CME 2011. Mr. Alvin Corporal (BS all Champion) Marine Transportation-III) and Kisslive Fiel Garnace (BS Custom Administration-IV) were The CME Week celebration was orgaboth crowned as Mr. and Ms. CME for this year. nized by the CME Faculty, Staff, and the PIGarnace was chosen to receive the Best in Talent RATES headed by its president, Roberta Jane Award together with Melvin Besin (BS Marine Rivera (BS Custom Administration-III). Transportation-I), who was the Model Cadet of the Year along with Michael Jorris Millare (BS

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group. It was held from November 28 to December 2, 2011. Great movies like Hachiko: A Dogs Story, A Walk To Remember, and By Saxs Gabrielle P. Santos A Christmas Carol truly delighted the crowd. The viewing was even The universitys Mass Communi- more enjoyable because of the cation students geared themselves petite-yummy-snacks given to all up with loads of cool and nippy viewers for free! comings and goings for the AY 2011 - 2012. Moreover, the group also experienced a half-day PETA workshop Starting off with is a chain of stu- last December 3, 2011. They were dio tours. The MassComm studes, taught the Basics in Theater Arts with the assistance of the ever au and the dos and donts on stage by courant, Ms. Teng Ladip, took trips Sir Roy, Assistant Stage Directorto radio stations, DWWW 774, an PETA. AM radio station, where they got a chance to go on air with Dr. Jaime Concurrent to all these activities Galvez Tan; DZBB Super Radyo, are the planning and preparations GMA Networks AM radio sta- for the up-coming, grand event, tion, where they had a chance to KAMASKOM Day on January 6, meet and greet Mr. Arnold Clavio; 2012. It will be the opening saland Barangay LS 97.1, the flag- vo of the Mass Communication ship FM radio station of GMA students, where they, in cooperaNetwork. Here, they were taught tion with the Featinian Publicawith the dos and donts in radio tion, will hold a Student Writers airing and became familiar with Forum in FEATI University. It the stations facilities and equip- shall be a whole-day event where ment. These were then followed students from different schools, by another string of studio tours in colleges and universities come the two giant networks, GMA and together for a forum about news ABS-CBN. In here, they went on writing and journalism. It shall be to studio familiarization by explor- followed with the presentation of ing the many gigantic studios of two, short feature films created by both networks. two competing groups of MassComm students. Then, succession They even had a chance to see and of seminars on the use of the latobserve how a television show is est gadgets, rigors of photography, being prepared through the studio and American Accent Training will taping of Sabadabadog. After the ensue. All these events will not be fun-filled series of studio tours and possible, if not with the KAMASfamiliarization, the MassComm KOM president, Jenilyn R. Salvabuddies went on to view the stage dor; the Arts and Communication production, Applause, in the Col- Department Head, Prof. Salvacion lege of Mass Communication Pla- T. Sacaguing; the College of Arts, ridel Hall at the University of the Sciences, and Education Dean, Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City Dr. Milagros P. Navarro; the KAlast August. This was through the MASKOM Adviser, Mr. Rolando courtesy of Ms. Maila, Events & Coquilla; the Dean of the Office Promotions Officer, to Maam of the Students Affairs, Sr. NiceSalve, Chair-Arts & Comm. Dept. tas M. Favorito; and of course, Furthermore, the MassComm stu- through the united; coordinated efdents also watched another stage forts of the Mass Communication production, William, at the PETA family and all the Featinians. Theatre Center in New Manila, Quezon City. Its casts include: Ian Segarra, Inno Martin, Anj Heruela, Joan Bugcat, John Moran, Nathan Nunag, Norbs Portales III, Rico del Rosasio, J-mee Katanyag, Julia Enriquez, Anna Luna, Meann Espinosa, Jojo Atienza, Timee Gorecho, Elmer Cruz, Cheeno Macaraig, Carlon Matobato and Justin Mactal. Next to these theater plays accommodations, the MassComm students get on to a series of in-house events. First was the very recent, Whole-Week Movie Flicks - a film showing fund raising event of the

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COCA-COLA: ISIP HAPPINESS, MAKE IT HAPPEN By Mark Joseph E. Mendoza September 14, 2011, 1:00 in the afternoon at the Colegio de Sta. Rosa, Intramurous, Manila, a cool and refreshing workshop happened through the Coca-Cola Bottlers Company. Eight Featinians from the different school organizations were fortunate to attend and take part in the many activities where participants learned the Coca-Cola dance; the community this lesson taught them how to help their community, and Environment where in they familiarized themselves on how CoCa-Cola works to save planet Earth. Coca-Cola Company also gave the participants freebies such as Tshirts, bags, ball pens, and, of course, Coca-Cola Products. FEATINIANS! RUN FOR A CLEANER PASIg RIVER By Ginza Chavez FEATI University is very proud of its students who joined the RUN FOR A Cleaner Pasig 2011 from 4:00 am to 7:00 am. Top schools and companies joined this Advocacy Fun Run, such as Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), University of Sto. Tomas (UST), AMA Education System, STI, University of the East (UE), Centro Escolar University (CEU), EARIST, Cavite State University, FEU, Lyceum of the Philippines, ABS-CBN, SEIPI, Accenture PRRC, Lopez Group of Companies (excluding ABS-CBN), Ayala Group of Companies, Century Properties, Magsaysay Lines, Lions Club, and Citibank NA. The fun run was held to campaign for the rehabilitation of the Pasig River. TOURISM STUDENTS TOURIFFIC By Mark Joseph E. Mendoza Tourism students (BSTM) enjoyed their tourific tour in Puerto Prinsesa, Palawan last September 27 to 29, 2011, through the help of their instructor, Ms. Erlly Yarbes. Fourteen students together with their professor, Sir Bryan Oriendo, attended the said tour. They went to the Underground River, a UNESCO heritage site, Crocodile Farm, Bakers Hill, Binutuan Creation, Princess Eulalia Park, Cathedral Cartel, and Y Sobelle Mansion. During their tour, they also attended a seminar on Eco-Sustainable Tourism. The two-day fun-filled Palawan tour was a big learning experience for the Tourism students. FEATI U CHORALE: HYMN FOR THE BIRTH OF OUR VIRgIN MOTHER By Jerwin S. Bruza In commemoration of the birthday of our virgin mother, Mama Mary, the FEATI University Chorale together with their conductor, Mr. Armin Comon, participated in a commemoration ceremony held in Sta. Isabel College, Manila. Together they sang for the glory of Del Te Sorro and celebrated Mama Marys birthday. Nuns of the college, as well as Sr. Nicetas M. Favorito, DC, gladly joined the event and shared snacks to everyone. Likewise, FEATI students offered flowers and gifts to Mama Marys birthday which was organized by Sr. Emilia G. Camarote, DC, and Sr. Nice. BARKADA KONTRA DROgA LAUNCHED IN FEATI By Mark Joseph E. Mendoza In the afternoon of September 26, 2011, Barkada Kontra Droga was launched at FEATI U. The program was organized by Sangguniang Barangay of Barangay 306 headed by Chairman Joey Uy-Jamisola. The campaign aims to encourage students to help the government in decreasing the rate of illegal drug users among youth. It was comprised of series of talks from respective personalities. The speakers tackled about the laws and provisions against usage of illegal drugs, the effects of drugs, and the efforts of the government to deteriorate drug abuse. To conclude the program, students who participated solemnly pledged their commitment to help the government in this noble action. Now FEATI is one with the campaign against illegal drugs usage. Lets say NO to DRUGS! BINYAgANg FEATINO By Jerwin S. Bruza Orientation is an effective learning and familiarization tool for new students in a university. The aim of the program is to acquaint the students about the University for their Convenience. Last June 22, 2011 at the 4th floor Lobby, the FEATI University Supreme Student Council (FUSSC), Office of the Students Affairs (OSA), and staffs organized this Students Orientation Program for freshmen and transferees. The said program was powered by sponsors like Smart Telecommunications, C2 Green Tea, Zagu, and many others. The overall presentation of the organizers was precisely appreciated and awesome activities like baptism of freshmen and transferees delighted the students. The orientation functioned as a gear for the students college journey at FEATI University.

MassComm Studes in Motion!

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FEATI UNIVERSITY gLOWS IN THE DRAgONBOAT RACE 2011 -NOVICE DIVISION By Saxs Gabrielle P. Santos
It was wet and dim, but FEATI University Dragonboat Team poured a lot of joy and excitement as they champed in the Novice Division in the Race to Raise Dragonboat Competition held last December 4, 2011 at the Plaza Mexico in Intramuros. As early as seven in the morning of a gloomy Sunday, many Featinians went off to see the universitys first dragonboat race to raise funds for the rehabilitation of the Pasig River. Notable persons joined the event like Ms. Amelita Gamay (Head, Information and Advocacy, PRRC); Dr. Sim Chi Tat (President, Philippine CanoeKayak Federation); Ms. Jonne Go (Secretary General, Philippine CanoeKayak Federation); Ms. Melanie T. Florentino (Head, Events and Promotions Department, FEATI Unviersity); Dr. Gloria M. Alberto (EVP for Development and Compliance, FEATI University); Engr. Gabriel P. Intengan (EVP/COO, FEATI University); Dr.-Ing. Adolfo Jesus R. Gopez (President, FEATI University); and Manila Mayor Alfredo S. Lim. The race was categorized into two: Open Category (500 meters) and Novice Category (200 meter). Numerous participants come together to this blissful event and contend like PYROS, UP Dragonboat Team, PCKF, San Beda College, National University, and many, many more. The long wait was over when the FEATI University Dragonboat Team set off to race with the National University and San Beda College. Featinians cheers of joy and excitement seem to have led the paddlers all throughout the finish line who later were announced as champions in the Novice Category. FEATI Universitys Race to Raise Dragonboat Competition would not be possible without its sponsors: PETRON, Manila Times, Tribune, 96.3 Easy Rock, UNTV, Crossover, Ur Face Radio, DCCD Engineering Corporation, PS Bank, Globe Telecom, 100 Plus, Trans Star Shipping Agency Corp., Binalot, Rudy Project, Zagu, Blue Horizon, Rhod Jane Metal Arts, Quest Air, Summit Water, and Gatorade.

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CAMPUS MINISTRY JOINED YUP PEACE LEADERSHIP TRAININg 2011
By Melvin T. Besin Yup Peace Leadership Training is an annual training event composed of student volunteers coming from different schools and universities in the Archdiocese of Manila. It aims to strengthen the volunteers purpose: to be servant leaders and builders of faith communities. Thus, this mission goes beyond serving in the liturgical and worship services of campus ministry. It is also an opportunity for the youth to share their God-given talents. FEATI University Campus Ministry - student volunteers attended the Yup Peace Leadership Training-Batch 12 last October 2430, 2011 at St. Ezekiel Moreno Pastoral Center in Calapan, Oriental Mindoro. The volunteers had undergone screening before three were finally selected to represent the university in the said leadership training event. They were: Maria Dona Cone Anoba (2nd year, Geodetic Engineering student), Joshua Ivan Carlo Gonzales (2nd year Aircraft Maintenance student), and Melvin Besin (1st year Marine Transportation student). The one week event facilitated by the campus ministers headed by Ms. Lou V. Asence and Br. Romelito T. Valen, SC, the coordinators of Yup Peace Batch 12, began with a forum in the afternoon of October 24, followed by the first plenary session that discussed about Panata Module. It highlighted the vision of the nations new leaders and the deep sense of hope in the midst of all the pains and sorrows happening around the world. In the succeeding days, all the other plenary sessions were held. The second plenary focused on Pangarap and how the present reality and all its elements affect our dreams. It was lectured by Sr. Jelli, the campus minister of LPU. The third plenary talked about Pagdadanas and Pagtataya, were delivered by Ms. Becky Baldonado, Archdiocese of Manila Campus Minister. The highlight of the event was the search for Mr. and Ms. Yup Peace Batch 12 in the Cultural and Socials Night. The leadership training ended with a mass led by Msgr. Vicente D. Bauson, the Director of the Ministry on Campus in the Archdiocese of Manila. It was then followed by the pinning of the cross and the distribution of certificates to all the campus ministry student volunteers.

Again, CONGRATULATIONS, Featinians!!!

GE Team Building 2011

By Darwyne G. Alonsabe

For the first time in Geodetic History, the FEATI University Geodetic Engineering Department formed another strong bond for its students, the G.E. Team Building 2011. This was mostly for the cooperation and bonding of the students. It aims for the unity of all GE students from all year levels, getting to know each other, setting aside problems and have fun. Discovering Differences, Breaking the Barriers, and Harnessing Oneness, these three are the the theme of the G.E. Department Teambuilding camp 2011, which was held last October 17-18, 2011 at the Pacita's Garden, San Pablo, Laguna. The Geodetic Engineering Department Student Council (GE-DSC) officers, with their President, Mr. Richard Charles Vasquez, together with their event coordinator, Mr. Herald Villarca together with the support of the Students' Association in Geodetic Engineering (SAGE). The students were divided into 6 groups with their respective leaders who came from the officers of SAGE and GE-DSC. Mr. Villarca, the event coordinator, prepared many exciting activities on the event. One

of the activities is the wet and tiring, WAR Game, where each members of the team have paper tags and each team were given plastic bags and a bucket of water then you know what to do. The thrilling game made the students super excited and super wet on the on the battlefield of blasting waters. On the night of the first day, the fascinating view under the stars on the blanket of darkness was breathtaking and sitting around the bone fire where the next program occurred. Each team prepared their own cheers and skit to be performed that night. After that, consecutive activities follows like the Girl Pick-up and the GE Ambassadress 2011 which lasted until 12 midnight. The next morning another set of activities were lined up, first one on that day was the Amazing race, where each station has a challenge. The aim of this activity is the 2nd theme of the event, which is breaking the barriers. Of all the activities set up this must be the most tiring. Next activity, we transferred to a nearby swimming pool, the activity was a ball game, more like basketball. Last on the list of activities was the Iisang banka tayo as to refer the 3rd theme of the event Harnessing oneness. After all is done, each stu-

dent had made a commitment and the Time-capsule was presented. Each student need to put one something that is hard to let go to prove their commitment. This was probably the most emotional part of the event. All went well, all were happy and all were inspired and the best thing was the all enjoyed the event and the Geodetic Engineering spirit was present to all the GE students.

PRIDE yourself in cos FEATI Upgrades! By Darwyne G. Alonsabe

Done: -Mass Communication Laboratory -FEATI University Clinic @ the 6th floor -Aircon installation in the classrooms -Varsity Shower Room -AVR Rooms - Speech Laboratory -Permanent Drainage System -FEATI University Canteen @ the 2nd floor -FEATI University Chapel @ the 6th floor -Campus Ministry Office

Soon:

CONGRATULATIONS!
Aero Board Exam Passers!!!
Engr. Maria Adelaine Arcaya Engr. Jay-R P. Maquiling Engr. Christian D. Santos Engr. Adrian T. Sevilla Engr. Arvin Brian S. Zapanta Engr. Jerold Christian T. Aguilar WE ARE PROUD OF YOU!

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Tunay na Kayamanan
Ni Marie Joy P. Molina

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Diksyunaryo Noon VS. Diksyunaryo Ngayon
Marie Joy Molina

Ang yaman ng Pilipinas ay totoo nga namang kahangahanga. Marami sa bansa natin ang mga yaman na tunay na maipagmamalaki. Mga yaman na sa bansa lamang natin natagpuan. Hindi lamang tayo mayaman sa mga magagandang tanawin, yamang-lupa, yamang-dagat, kundi mga yaman na matagal ng nawawala at hinahanap ng karamihan. Ayon din sa mga mananaliksik, tunay na napakaraming ginto ang Pilipinas. Maaaring ang iba ay hindi pa nakuha o nadidiskubre. Nasabi rin na bago pa dumating ang mga Kastila sa ating bansa ay gumagamit na ng ginto ang mga Pilipino sa kanilang pang araw-araw na buhay. Sa Ayala Museum, makikita roon ang ibat ibang klaseng mga ginto na noon ay ginamit ng ating mga ninuno tulad ng kuwintas, maskarang ginto o polseras na lahat ay purong mga ginto. Ayon kay Kenneth Esguerra, senior curator ng Ayala Museum, mayroong mga ginto na hinulma o hulmang bao, o kaya namay hulmang suso at banig na matatagpuan sa Pilipinas. Ang teleseryeng Amaya ay isang napakagandang halimbawa ng mga ginto na isinusuot ng mga sinaunang tao noon sa Pilipinas. Ang mga taong gumanap na raja o mga datu o ng kahit sino man na nasa mataas na angkan ang nagsusuot ng mga ginto. Ang mga palamuting gamit nila dito ay tunay na gawa sa ginto na hinulma kawangis ng mga makikita sa Ayala Museum. Tulad na lang ng mga gintong nahukay ng isang trabahador sa Sitio Magroyo sa San Miguel, Surigao Del Sur noong 1981nang nagngangalang Berto. Naibenta ito ni Mang Berto sa Maynila at nakapagpundar siya ng kaniyang mga ari-arian ng dahil sa mga gintong ito. Ang iba ay laking pasasalamat niya nang bilhin ng isang mayamang pamilya sa Maynila na nagpahiram sa Ayala Museum upang maipakita sa mamamayan ng bansa ang kayamanang taglay ng ating bansa. Ngunit sa kasawiang palad, ang iba sa mga gintong ito ay ninakaw sa kanya dahil na rin sa mga nasilaw sa pera. Ang hikaw ni Lapu-Lapu na sinasabi ring natagpuan na ng ating mamamayan at sinasabi ng mga mananaliksik na si Lapu-Lapu nga ang tunay na nagmamay-ari nito. Isa ring patunay na noong unang panahon, tayong mga Pilipino ay marunong at tila ba mas maunlad pa sa ating kinalalagyan ngayon. Isa pang yaman na nakuha sa atin ay pinakakilala na Yamashita Treasure. Ito ay nahukay rin sa ating bansa ngunit sa pagkakataon at panahong ito ay wala na sa ating mga kamay. Isa pa ay ang pinakamalaking black pearl na nakuha rin ng mga taga-Tsina. Sinasabing ang perlas na ito ay nakuha sa teritoryo ng ating bansa ngunit kinamkam ng mga dayuhan. Ang perlas na ito ay ang pinakamalaking perlas sa Asya. Isa pa sa mga dapat na maipagmalaki ng bansa natin ay ang Golden Tara na natagpuan sa Agusan Del Sur noong

July 19, 1917. Ngunit paano nga bang nangyari na sa atin nakuha ngunit ngayon ay nakalagay na sa teritoryo ng mga banyaga? Sinasabing ang Golden Tara ay ibinenta hanggang sa mabili ito ng mga anthropologist ng Amerika noong 1922 at kasalukuyang nakalagak ngayon sa Chicago Field Museum of National History. Ang Golden Tara ay nag-iisa sa mundo na makakapagpatunay na ang mga ninuno natin noon ay sibilisado, may sariling mga batas bago pa man dumating ang mga Kastila. Ngunit bakit tila hindi ito naituro sa atin? Bakit ang alam nating lahat ay nadatnan tayong mangmang ng mga Kastila noong tayo ay sakupin nila? Ano na nga ba ang nangyari at nagkakaganito na ang ating bansa? Bakit ang mga yaman na maaari nating ipagmalaki ay nasa kamay na ng mga dayuhan at wala sa ating pamamalakad? Bakit nga ba nagkaganon? Tuluyan na nga bang naghihirap ang ating bansa at nakukuha ng ipagbili sa mga dayuhan ang mga yaman na maaari namang ikaunlad o ikaaangat ng ating bansa. Sa ating buong bansa, lahat tayo ay may responsibilidad na pangangalagaan at may tungkulin na iangat ang sariling tahanan. Marami pang hindi nakikita at nakukuha sa ating bansa. Sana kapag mayroon muling makita, naway ito ay ating itago at ipagmalaki sa mga dayuhan na tyo ay isang mayamang bansa na hindi kailangan na magbenta ng yaman para lamang umangat. Tatak Pilipino, tatak Pilipinas.

DIKSYUNARYO NOON 1. SIPNAYAN isang salita na kaunting Pilipino na kabataan lamang ang maaring nakakaalam. Ito ay ang tagalog na salita ng asignatura na MATHEMATICS. 2. KAHEL ito ay ang salitang tagalog ng kulay na ORANGE. 3. PIHO ito ay salita nangangahulugan na sigurado o pagpapahayag ng kasiguraduhan. 4. PAG-AMUKI salitang na ang ibig sabihin ay pangungumbinsi o pag aanyaya, depende sa paggamit sa isang konteksto. 5. SULAK salita na ang kahulugan ay bugso o pagpapakawala ng isang matinding damdamin. DIKSYUNARYO NGAYON 1. CHURVA salita ng mga kalalakihan na may pusong mamon na ginagamit kapag sila ay nawalan na o nakalimot sa salitang kanilang idudugtong sa kanilang sasabihin. Karaniwan na pinangpapalit sa salitang ano. HALIMBAWA : Nakita ko si Sam eh, nag-chu-churva, ano bang tawag nga don? Yung, churva. 2. CHAPS, CHAPTER -tulad ng CHAKA **** Minsan ay dinaragdagan ng numero upang malaman ang antas ng kapangitan. Halimbawa: Ang taong Chapter 10 ay mas pangit sa paningin kung ihahambing sa taong Chapter 5) **** 3. ETCHOS-kasinungalingan; tulad ng GIGI (GG); idinaragdag sa huling bahagi ng pangungusap upang ipabatid na ito ay biro lamang HALIMBAWA: Kuya, anung chapter ba yang pagmumuka mo? CHAPTER 100? Etchos! 4. WARLA-galing sa salitang Ingles na war; bakbakan, labanan, tunggalian, kaguluhan. HALIMBAWA: Hay naku , kaya nagkakaganyan yan dahil warla na naman sila ng dyowa niya. 5. DYOWA-salitang balbal na ginagamit na tumtukoy sa isang kasintahan. HALIMBAWA: Grabe, siya pala ang dyowa ni Justin Bieber.

Nananatiling Biyaya ng Maykapal . . .

Ni Marie Joy P. Molina katauhan. Ang Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park ay isa sa napakagandang tanawin na dinarayo pa ng mga Kamakailan lang ay nabatid natin na maraming mga yaman ang taglay ng ating bansa. Mga ginto, yamang-lupa at magagandang tanawin na ipinagkaloob sa atin ng Poong Maykapal. Ito ay ang mga bagay na kahit kalian ay hindi magagawa ng tao sapagkat ito ay isang natural na bagay na andirito na sa atin, hindi pa man tayo nabubuhay sa mundong ito. Isa na sa mga biyayang ito ay ang Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. Kamakailan lang ang lingid sa ating kaalaman na tayo ay inaanyayahang iboto ito para pumasok sa bagong listahan ng 7 Wonders of the World. turista sa ating bansa. Nagsabing ito ang isa sa pinakamagandang kweba na may 8.2 kilometrong ilog na dito rin makikita ang mga kahanga-hangang limestone. Isa sa katangiang taglay ng ilog na andirito ay ang pag-agos nito ay tuloy-tuloy sa dagat. Ang kalahating kailalimang bahagi nito ay may pagkamaalat dahil na rin ito sa impluwensya ng sariling pag-agos. Meron ding itong mga bundok sa dagat na siyang pumoprotekta sa mga hayop na nakatira sa sa lugar na ito. Ipinasa ito sa United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organizations of (UNESCO) List of Natural World Heritage Site. Sinasabing ang lugar na ito ay may kagandahng taglay at nararapat lamang na

protektahan at maireserba ng buong sangAng Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park ay pinamamahalaan ng City Government of Perto Princesa base sa isang programa na dapat pangalagaan at patuloy na i-preserba ang mga ganitong klaseng yaman. Ito ay ang kauna-unahang lugar o magandang tanawin na napangalagaan ng gobyerno. Ang ilog na narito ay sinasabing pinakamahabang ilog na nasa loob ng isang kuweba. At ito rin ang maipagmamalaki ng mga taga-Puerto Princesa kasama an gating buong bansa. Kaya nga dahil na rin sa mataimtim na pagsuporta nating mga mamamayan ng Pilipinas, nakasama nga ang Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park sa listahan ng 7 Wonders of the World na iaanunsiyo sa taong 2012. Isa na namang tagumpay ng ating bansa na maipagmalaki ang sariling atin. At ang mga ganitong klaseng tagumpay ay nanatili ngang biyaya ng Poong Maykapal.

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LET US ALL HAVE A SUPERB CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION T H I S HOLIDAY S E A S O N!!!

Regalo ng Disyembre...
Ni Marie Joy Molina Magandang araw ako nga pala si Ten, hulaan mo kung anong buo kong pangalan. Sige nga hindi mo maisip noh? Ang buo kong pangalan ay Althea Giannina Antonette M. Araneta, oh diba? Ang taray ano? 18 years old nga pala at kumukuha ng kursong Fine Arts sa FEATI University. Kakatapos lang ng Halloween at tatlong araw na lang ay magpapasko na. ang bilis ng panahon ngayon noh, parang kahapon lang kakasimula lang ng bagong taon pero ngayon malapit na namang matapos. Hay, isa pa sa bumabagabag sa isip ko ay malapit ng pasko, ngunit tila ba magiging malamig na naman ang pasko ko. Hindi ako NBSB (No Boyfriend Since Birth), sadyang nagkakataon lang na kapag December nawawalan ako ng boyfriend. Ewan ko ba, parang sumpa. Tatlo na ang naging boyfriend ko pero lahat iyon sila ang nang-iwan. Huwag na nating pag-usapan iyon dahil tapos na at may natutunan naman ako sa kanila. Marami naman akong kaibigan, yung mga tropa ko sa school, pati sa bahay at simabahan. Mahal na mahal ko ang school na pinapasukan dahil sobrang dami ng ala-ala na maiiwan sa akin kapag natapos na ako. Tama na nga ang intro ko, simulan na natin ang kuwento ko. Nakaraang isang lingo, kakatapos lang ng prelim exam, habang naglalakad ako sa hallway, may tumatakbong lalaki na nabangga ako. Seryoso ako ng mga oras na iyon dahil masama ang loob ko sa exam na nangyari dahil pakiramdam ko lahat ng inaral ko, hindi lumabas sa exam. Ang bilis ng pangyayari, parang bigla na lang akong tumalsik at nabangga sa pader , ni hindi ko nga nakita ko kung sino yun. Ang alam ko lang, Aero o AMT ang course nun dahil sa uniform. Sobrang inis ko dahil hindi man lang nag-sorry at walang pakundangan na tumakbo. Nakasalubong ko si Amy, ang bestfriend ko. Pinapasabay na ko sa sasakyan niya pero dahil kinuha ko pa ang mga gamit ko, sinabi ko na mauna na lang siya at susunod ako. Kulay gray ang sasakyan ni Amy, at paglabas ko nga ay nakita kong nakaabang na ang sasakyan niya. Seryoso ako sapag-iisip dahil na rin sa inis ko sa lalaking iyon at deredretso kong binuksan ang pintuan ng sasakyan at sumakay doon. hindi pa ba tayo aalis Amy? winika ko. Laking gulat ko na lang at lalaki ang nasa drivers seat at gulat na gulat siya ng makita ako. Pagtingin ko sa harapan ay andoon si Amy na lumabas sa sasakyan niya na kulay gray. Hindi ko alam kung anong gagawin ko. Anong sasabihin ko? Bababa ba ako agad? At sino nga ba itong lalaki na ito? (abangan sa susunod na labas...)

Merry Christmas, Featinians!

The Advent of Christmas
By: S.T.S. What do we usually do whenever we expect somebody to visit us at home? Which part of the house we try to fix? Which part of our body we make sure looks great?

From The Featinian Publication

For the house, some may say it is the restroom that should be made thoroughly clean because it cannot escape the perusal of the visitor who always uses it to refresh himself. For the body, we will have various answers of course. Though, a number of us will surely pick the face. Why the face? This is where most of us focus first our attention. Indeed, we are already very conscious about our appearance. More so, if we are advised that God Almighty is coming and arriving in our midst. Surely, everybody will be very excited knowing that Jesus Christ, our Savior, will be with us. This time, we shall not be particular only about our looks but rather on how pure and deserving we are to stand before His Holy Presence. The Advent of Christmas is just the same as what I told you above. Advent is the time given to all Christians to prepare themselves for the coming of the baby Jesus, while Christmas is Christs Nativity. Moreover, present day yuppies would define Christmas as Christ amidst men who are sinners. In fact, Christ is the reason for this season. In Advent and Christmas, we commemorate His first coming to Earth as well as His second coming as Judge at the end of time. Hence, it is during this season that we observe repentance, prayers, anticipation, hope and joy. It is when we humbly open our hearts to Him and to our less fortunate brothers & sisters that we are able to celebrate Christmas meaningfully. Meanwhile, the most popular symbol of Advent is the wreath having four colored candles in it. In the center of the wreath lies a White Candle. Three of the four candles are colored purple and one is rose-pink. The first purple Candle known as Prophecy Candle is lit on the first Sunday of Advent. It symbolizes hope. Then, the Candle of Love, Bethlehem Candle, is purple too in color and it is lit on the Second Sunday of Advent. On the third Sunday of Advent, the colored rose-pink Candle of joy known as Shepherds Candle is lit. Next, the last purple Candle which is called the Angels Candle represents peace. It is lit on the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Finally, on Christmas Eve, the White Center Candle which stands for Jesus Christ is traditionally lit. To this day, a week before Christmas, have we prepared ourselves well? Are we now ready to embrace Him in our pure and humble hearts? I hope we all do.

A blessed Christmas to one and all!

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By Saxs Gabrielle P. Santos

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The passing of a great patriarch...

BASIC WISDOM
How will life be without the truant men, And all else live upon their bread alone? What essence would it make without the trust From which all jobs invest a glorious plan? Where will men go without purposive deeds, Wherein all thoughts should be that positive? For whom will be those priceless values cast, When leaders just pervert what By Engr. Jaime Dominic C. Panelo they believe? How will our world unite so peacefully? Aristocentric claims of sovreignty! Is it that hard to rectify beliefs For ecumenical philosophy? How good could logic fare against the odds Without the wisdom God has given us? How dumb we are to search for it in grief, When it must all begin with fear of God! A hands-on boss, disciplinarian, and a well-respected person: that is how he was described by those who knew him. Dean Jose M. Segovia, a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering graduate of the University of the Philippines, and a masters graduate of MS Electrical Engineering in Rennselaer Polytechnic Institute found in New York, USA, became the dean of the Institute of Engineering and Technology in FEATI University in 1963. In 1981, he became the University President. Dean Segovia, during his presidency, was very involved in FEATI. He was said to be seen roaming around the campus corridors, checking on each classrooms, the students, and teachers, staff, and other personnel. He has shown great dedication to the university that made him earn the respect of everybody. Later, he became the Chairman of the Board of Trustees until 2008 and was also named as one of the 100 Outstanding Alumni Engineers of the Century by the U.P. College of Engineering and the U.P. Alumni Engineers. Dean Jose M. Segovia, a well-valued person & a great patriarch of Feati University has recently passed away at the age of 91. He shall forever be remembered and loved.

Barbero
By: Melvin T. Besin

LIH
By Simply Me Kung ginawa ang bukas para sabihin Ang aking itinatagong damdamin Hindi ko na sasayangin Ang bawat sandaling ikay akin. Di mo man matandaan ang bawat salita Na mamumutawi sa aking labi Iyong pakatandaan na akoy nasa iyong tabi Kapag kailangan mo akong lagi. May mahal ka mang iba At akoy di mo na nakikita Hahayaan na lang kita Kung kanino ka sasaya. Mahirap man sa akin Kailangan kong tanggapin Na ikaw ay di na magiging akin Isa lang ang nais kong gawin. Sanay wag mo akong pigilin Hayaang akong itoy gawin Kahit di mo man tanggapin Ito ay ang ikaw ay mahalin.

Isang blangkong papel ang aking kaharap; inaabangan ang muli kong pagsulat, pagkatha na magpapamulat ng mga mata at isipan ng kapwa ko estudyante. Pudpud na ang lapis, paubos na ang tinta ng aking panulat sa pagsisiwalat ng mga pangakong barbero na ating naririnig, na magpahanggang ngayon ay sa panaginip lamang nangyayari, istoryang nababalot ng mga mahika at waring dinaramdam ng puso. Mahigit isang taon na makaraang maihalal na pangulo ng Pilipinas si Benigno Noynoy Aquino III, isang tuwid na daan at walang corruptwalang mahirap ang kanyang mga iprinesenta, tungo sa isang malaking pagbabago. Sa loob ng isang taon at sa mahigit isang buwan niya sa pwesto ay marami ng pagbabago ang naganap. Kung iisipin ay may natupad naman siya sa kanyang mga pangako. Subalit ilang pangako pa ba ang aantayin nating maihatid sa daang matuwid? Ilan lang sa mga pagbabago ay ang pagsibak ng mga empleyadong kaalyado ng dating pangulong Arroyo. At paglutas sa resulta ng ating kampanya kontra wang-wang sa sistema. Ngunit may pagbabago ding nadagdag tulad na lamang ng paglobo nang bilang ng mga pilipinong walang trabaho sa Pilipinas. Pagtaas ng mga matrikula sa mga pampublikong paaralan at pagsulong ng dagdag na taon sa pag-aaral na kung saan ang naapektuhan ay mga estudyanteng hirap sa buhay ngunit gustong mag-aral. Hindi natupad ang pangako sa paglutas ng media killings sa bansa. Idagdag mo pa ang mga krimen tulad ng pagpatay

na mistulang normal na lamang na isyu sa bansa na parang hindi na pinapahalagahan ang buhay ng bawat mamamayan. At ang isyu sa Hacienda Luisita at reporma sa lupa na magpahanggang ngayon ay walang aksyon ang Malacaang sa hinaing ng mga magsasaka. Mga magbubukid na dugo at pawis ang inialay. Nakakalungkot isipin na sa mga pangakong pagbabagong iyon ay nag-iba tungo sa lubhang higit pang ng mamayan. Sa harap ng mga hamon na ito walang maipakitang pagbabago si Noynoy Aquino. Ang kanyang daang matuwid ay napuno ng mga kamag-anak, kaklase, at kabarkada. May maidudulot bang kabutihan ang mga aksyong ito? Sabi pa niyay KAYO ANG BOSS KO! ngunit pinapakinggan ba niya ang sigaw ng masa? O sadyang siya ay nagbibingi-bingihan na dapat ang mga Pilipino ay pagsilbihan nya at solusyunan ang mga problemang hanggang ngayon ay walang lunas. Bulok na at panis ang sistema sa ating bansa. Kinakalawang na subalit puro double-dutch at cookies and cream parin na mga paligoy-ligoy na salita. Hanggang kailan ba tayo hindi makikialam? Hanggang kailan tayo magigising sa mga puro pantasyang pangako? Kailan tayo kikilos? Hindi pa huli ang lahat hanggat tayo ay humihinga at naniniwala na makakamit ang pagbabagong inaasam. Hindi sapat ang reklamo, kailangan ay aksyun na sama-sama nating tahakin ang tunay na pagbabago sa tuwid na landas. Ito ay sa pamamalakad ng may paninindigan.

By Engr. Jaime Dominic C. Panelo I am a beggar child. Am I glad for the morn When people pass me by And look at me with scorn? Had not my spirit tough, I wouldnt have lived long; To scan the trash Im glad While listning to a song. Did God so plan my birth And scourge my sinful soul? wish all men with good deeds Be places in better world. Who chose to bring me here? They should have planned my life. If I could go to school, Thered be a lesser strife. Faith, hope, and charity Are keys to heavens gate. I am a tool for God To judge a mans good faith; But some are lucky though, To sleep in pleasant home, While I cant have a job Nor be warmed from a storm.

Estos Dignus (Be Worthy)

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Wishes
ABOMB If I had a wish from above, I would wish for a bite of his love. Even if it is only for one day, Im sure Ill be happy. If I had wishes from a genie, The first wish is for him to be with me. The other one is for a good weather, So that everything will be fine when were together. If I had a wish from a fairy, That wish is for me to have a family. Let it be him that serves as its strong foundation, Let be his love my inspiration. If I had a wish from a shooting star, It is for us not to be so far. Let him stay with me til the day I die Make him say to me a loving goodbye. It is too much, what I ask, I know, But if youll know the reason then you wont argue. If you think, it is the knight in shining armor Im wishing, A yes would be a proof that Im lying. I guess you wont understand me, Why him and his love would make me happy. If its not my prince charming the who is he? Well, it is just a FATHER, that time and chance did not give me. So if I have all the wishes of the world, Those wishes would of that man so old. I would wish for us to be together to finally feel sanctify of having a FATHER.

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9 Facts About Man and Woman
Compiled by Nestor Ascora Jr. Source: http://dyoks.blogspot. com/2008/02/9-facts-about-man-andwoman.html Mary Jane A. Yonzon

You Found Me

Chances Are
Melvin T. Besin I ask my mom bout this man but she did not make me understand, So I grew old without even knowing him, I did not bother coz I never felt him. And then death greeted me one day, He said I live my life and was happy, I did not hesitate to grab his hand when he wanted me to come, But after 3 hours he left me and left a key in my palm. I woke up the next day in front of a huge gate, The guard I saw was for me cost so great, When I passed by him he said wheres my passport, I remembered deaths gift the key thats old. I was holding the key in front of that big gate, The guard was curious and told me to have some FAITH, I was afraid maybe the man inside wont accept me. He said chances are even before that man inside had loved me.

1. A man will pay $2 for a $1 item he wants. A woman will pay $1 for a $2 item that she doesnt want. 2. A woman worries about the future until she gets a husband. A man never worries about the future until he gets a wife. 3. A successful man is one who makes more money than his wife can spend. A successful woman is one who can find such a man. 4. To be happy with a man you must understand him a lot & love him a little. To be happy with a woman you must love her a lot & not try to understand her at all. 5. Married men live longer than single men, but married men are a lot more willing to die. 6. Any married man should forget his mistakes-theres no use in two people remembering the same thing. 7. Men wake up as good-looking as they went to bed. Women somehow deteriorate during the night. 8. A woman marries a man expecting he will change, but he doesnt. A man marries a woman expecting that she wont change & she does. 9. A woman has the last word in any argument. Anything a man says after that is the beginning of a new argument.

Alone at the corner I sat, There I was, Stained and tarnished. Stiffened by the blizzard of despair. There, I was, Rubbish and worthless. Dejected; blotted with shame. A single step you made, Towards my ugliness and disgrace. You lift me up with the calmness of your touch. Your tenderness, Softened the stone in my heart, The moment you made my heart beat, My soul recognized your face. Here I am Holding your hand; Tightened by the rope of your love. You washed the mud on my feet, So I can walk with cleanliness and faith. Now, You found me at last. Take me with You, Until the endless days come.

William...
By Saxs Gabrielle P. Santos
Id like to begin this writing with this SMS conversation in the late morning of September 1, 2011: Jay: Patay na daw si William Ojascastro. Me: G*g* ka, Jay. Joke time ka ha. Jay: Oo nga, dito ako FUSSC That was my exact reaction when I heard about the news. I did not believed in Jays message at first. Knowing his being a jester and fool at times, I took his message as a prank. Although it really bothered me, making me so disturbed that day, I still stick to thinking that it is just a mere joke. Not until Cedrick called us up, confirming about Williams death. William, described by those who knew him, is a trustworthy friend, a passionate leader, and a responsible student. He spent four, long and fruitful years in FEATI University as a Bachelor of Science in Customs Administration student. He served as an eager beaver and a passionate FUSSC President during his time. Founding Kami Mismo Party late 2009, I for one, was able to know him as the president of the close rival of Vigilant Party where I am belonged to. William, as Ive seen him, is a dedicated person. He is nice, friendly, approachable, a guy with a smiling face. I always see him roaming around the hallways of FEATI during school days, waving hi and greeting hello to anyone he meets. He has a great heart thats always available for anyone who needs it. He is simple, helpful, and a down to earth person. A very enthusiastic, determined, and goal oriented. He spent, along with his four years in FEATI, in the service of FEATI University Supreme Students Council. He served for us, Featinians, in as much as he can. He served without expecting from us in return or any other. He simply put his heart in bringing changes in the university. Cedrick, Williams former trainee, workmate, and best friend, even said, Ang dami nyang na-i-ambag sa FEATI, and I salute him for that.

I am not really a close friend of him, nor a confidant. I am only a mere schoolmate of his. I only got to know him quite well when he helped us work on with the school paper a year ago. After that, we only got small talks about school politics and activities, stuff like that. But despite those nofeelings-attached-moments, theres that holding off feeling inside me that really urged my heart, moved my mind, and pulled my feet to his wake, coz if not, I, sure, will be doomed to so much guilt of not seeing him even for the last time. When I entered the place where he was in, I felt this so mixed up emotions. I saw his mother talking to him through the audio-visual presentation made by his closest friends. She was crying, saying, Yung anak ko oh Bye anak, then she would cry back again. I felt so burden inside. I feel for his mom. Id go crazy if I was her. But regardless of those depressing moments, his friends, especially Rhoziel, would tell us, Ohh, ayaw ni William ng ganyan, gusto niya laging masaya, and then we all tried to smile and just accept, accept, and accept his passing. I even remembered his aunt saying, Kayo ang mas madalas kasama ni William sa school, kaya sana huwag ninyo siyang kakalimutan.

William George Ojascastro died on August 31, 2011. His life on earth may be that fast, but one things for sure, William made a mark in each and everyones lives.

Forever be cherished, we miss you, William. . .

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FEATI UNIVERSITY RECOGNITION DAY

August 10 is University Day at FEATI University, because on this day in 1959, FEATI Institute of Technology became a university. In the recent years, University Day has become associated with the recognition of honor students and board exam passers, as well as the formal recognition of qualified student organizations. This year, the event became more meaningful when in addition to the standard events, the duly-elected officers of the different student organizations and the FEATI University Supreme Student Council, were inducted into their positions. Organized by the Office of Student Affairs under the leadership of Dean Sr. Nicetas M. Favorito, DC, the Event began with an opening prayer by the Campus Ministry that was immediately followed by the entrance of colors by the 275th NROTC Unit. Ms. Salvacion T. Sacaguing, Master of Ceremony and Chairperson of the Communication Arts department, started the formalities by introducing College of Business Dean Tristan H. Macapanpan for the welcome remarks. To give a better understanding for difficulty in maintaining an academic scholarship and of the benefits to be obtained, Mr. Richard Janer of the Guidance and Counseling Office explained the rationale and criteria of the various academic scholarships. To qualify for this elite club FEATI students have to maintain grade point average higher than 2.0 without any failing grade or incomplete grades. The awardees are further distinguished by their averages into Deans Scholars, Presidential Scholars and Board of Trustees Scholars. Don Salvador and Dona Victoria scholars were also honored. Here are the academic scholarship awardees. Deans Scholars Presenters were Dr. Milagros P. Navarro, Dean of the College of Arts, Sciences and Education; Arch. Maria Joycelyn B. Mananghaya, Dean of the College of Architecture; Prof. Tristan H. Macapanpan, Dean of the College of Business; Dr. Rogelio A. Panlasigui, Dean of the College of Engineering); and Capt. Alfredo C. Ledesma, Superintendent of the College of Maritime Education. For the 2nd Semester A.Y. 2010 2011 Hilario, Patrick P., - 3rd yr. BSMT Rosales, Mark Justin I. - 3rd yr. ABMassComm Benedicto, Glen D. - 1st yr. BSGE Cubio, April Amor A. - 4th yr. BSGE Mendoza, Mark Eliz B. - 3rd yr. BSTM Cruz, Dennice R. - 4th yr. BSBA Acedo, Ricardo B. Jr. - 3rd yr. BSMT Santos, Dustin Renz E. - 1st yr. Cert. in AMT Marasigan, Dominique Joy D. - 3rd yr. BSIT Alonsabe, Drawyne G. - 2nd yr. BSGE Berin, Maria Cristina B. - 2nd yr. BSGE Enriquez, Mark Anthony D. - 1st yr. Cert. in AMT Flores, Chrisdie L. - 4th yr. BSTM Hidalgo, Eisen Jan R. - 2nd yr. BSAMT SOURCE: http://www.featiu.edu.ph/FEATI-News/featiRecognition.php Miclat, Freznel C. - 2nd yr. BSAeE Molina, Marie Joy P. - 3rd yr. ABMassComm Entrance Scholars Omay, Fadella Mae B. - 2nd yr. BSCA As High School Valedictorian 1st Semester A.Y. 2011 Platero, Matthews Adrian V. - 1st yr. BSGE 2012 San Buenaventura, Lord V. - 1st yr. BSGE Constantino, Aaron M. - 1st yr. BSAMT Vergara, Fitz Gerald B. - 1st yr. BSAMT As High School Salutatorian 1st Semester A.Y. 2011 For the 1st Semester A.Y. 2011 2012 2012 Canayon, Kimberly P. - 4th yr. BSTM Acedo, John Paul B. - 1st yr. BSMT Brones, Cedrick V. - 3rd yr. BSAMT Esguerra, Gabriel Antonio N. - 1st yr. BSGE Molina, Marie Joy P. - 4th yr. ABMassComm Jarabilo, Mary Jane P. - 2nd yr. BSMT Board Exam Passers and Special Awardees Pampo, Ronnel F. - 2nd yr. BSGE Presenters were Dr.-Ing. Adolfo Jesus R. Gopez, UniverFresnoza, Jessie H. - 4th yr. BSECE sity President and Ms. Janice Young, Associate Dean of the Hidalgo, Eisen Jan R. - 3rd yr. BSAMT School of Fine Arts. Alonsabe, Darwyne G. - 3rd yr. BSGE Board Passers (Geodetic Engineering) Alejo, Griffith C. - 3rd yr. BSGE Engr. Beaverlex Nones Algaba Frani, Rei Marie M. - 4th yr. BSAeE Engr. Henry Pascual Apanay Vergara, Fitz Gerald B. - 2nd yr. BSAMT Engr. Claudine Charish Evangelista Aquino Rosales, Mark Justin I. - 4th yr. ABMassComm Engr. Jean Vashner Lacson Bayot Engr. Carren Macapagal Bulaon Don Salvador Araneta Scholar Engr. Aldrin Cedamon Cabasares Presenter was Dr.-Ing. Adolfo Jesus R. Gopez, University Engr. Francis John Lupo Francisco President Engr. Jonathan Ramos Galang Engr. Jester Talag Jamilla For the 1st Semester A.Y. 2011 2012 Engr. Kenneth Mark Sampang Lasala Angelo Jay D. Aguiflor, - 1st yr. BSECE Engr. Bernard Paul Dimayuga Maramot Presidential Scholars Engr. Melchor Rey Malagday Nery Presenter was Dr.-Ing. Adolfo Jesus R. Gopez, University Engr. Ronald Bernal Reyes President. Engr. Ronilo Relado Tagyab Engr. Marco Gerard Emboltura Viguilla 2nd Semester Academic Year 2010-2011 Engr. Ricardo Lorenzo Dimayuga Custodio Abengoza, Rosco Jess O.3rd yr. BSMT Special Awardees of School of Fine Arts for winning art Berones, Cedrick V. - 2nd yr. BSAMT contests & tournaments Ceniza, Dexter F. - 4th yr. BSCA Ronante Maratas Colasino, Carl John G. - 1st yr. BSMT 1st Honorable Mention: 25th Visual Arts National ComFresnoza, Jessie H. - 2nd yr. BSECE petition Hui, Gerald Kent O. - 2nd yr. BSTM Lance Kirby Yaneza Landicho, Mande P. - 3rd yr. BSCA 2nd Placer in the De La Salle University Centennial Manuel, Mark Gregorii S. - 2nd yr. BSAMT Sculpture Contest Nuestro, Franz Nigel V. - 2nd yr. BSAMT Fourth Placer in the University T-shirt Design Contest Sao, Glen Jose Y. - 3rd yr. BSIT Special Awardees for Sports Soriano, Cariza Jane M. - 1st yr. BSGE FEATI University SEAHAWKS Mens Volleyball Team, First Runner-up in the University of Asia and the 1st Semester A.Y. 2011 2012 Pacific CUP 2011 Volleyball Tournament Santos, Gabrielle Saxs - 4th yr. ABMassComm Emerson Baetiong, Best Setter in the UA&P CUP Landicho, Mande P. - 4th yr. BSCA 2011 Volleyball Tournament Reyes, Bongbong G. - 2nd yr. BSMT On behalf of the scholars John Gabriel Decena, a 4th Nuestro, Franz Nigel V. - 3rd yr. BSAMT Year Aeronautical Engineering Student, and a Don SalvaBenedicto, Glen D. - 2nd yr. BSGE dor Araneta scholarship recipient, spoke of the value and Platero, Matthews Adrian V. - 2nd yr. BSGE positive effects of the scholarship, particularly from his San Buenaventura, Lord V. - 2nd yr. BSGE personal standpoint. He emphasized the importance of Hui, Gerald Kent O. - 3rd yr. BSTM persevering despite the odds, in order to succeed. He said Manuel, Mark Gregorii S. - 3rd yr. BSAMT he was a living example of this enduring characteristic. Ceniza, Dexter F. - 4th yr. BSCA Sr. Nicetas M. Favorito, Dean of Student Affairs then explained the criteria for student organizations to be officially recognized. She then inducted the organization officers into office and handed out certificates of recognition. This was followed by the Deans of the various colleges who inducted the officers and representative of the Departmental Student Councils into office. The crme de la crme of all student organizations, representing the students themselves is the FEATI University Supreme Student Council (FUSSC). The official proclamation of the newly elected officers for Academic Year 2011-2012 was made by the COMELEC Chair, Ms. Nancy Cabuhat of CASE, while the oath of office was administered to them by FEATI University President Dr.-Ing. Adolfo Jesus R. Gopez. Inducted into office were: President - Cedrick V. Berones; Vice-President - Ma. Isabel V. Fornigones; Secretary - Jessa N. Batac; Treasurer - Ria Mariz B. Cacabelos; Auditor - Freznel C. Miclat; Business Manager - Alvin M. Corporal; PRO -Noralyn F. Dela Cerna; Sgt. At Arms - Romeo T. Surban Jr. Dr. Rogelio A. Panlasigui, Dean of the College of Engineering gave the closing remarks to end the recognition ceremonies and give way to the activities of the various organizations. For the direct benefit of the students, booths and exhibits entitled The Orgs at a Glance located around the Activity Center now became the center of attention. Among those who exhibited were: Aviation Society for Research and Development, Campus Ministry, Students Association of Geodetic Engineering, The Pirates (College of Maritime Education Students Organization), FEATI Art Group & KAMERADARE, Students Chapter of the Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers, FEATI Computer Society, KANLUNGAN, Junior Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (JPICE), FEATI Peer Group, KAMASKOM, FEATI Tourism Society & FEATI Business Group, ECE and EE Students Organization. In addition, there were various sponsors booths of Chippy, McCormick, Clara Ole, and Sony Vaio. Recognition and Organization Day is an event that the Office of Student Affairs gladly organizes entirely for and on behalf of the students and their parents. We like to think of our preparations as a gift for FEATI students who truly deserve to come up on stage with their parents and receive recognition for their hard work and dedication to academic and athletic achievements. In todays world where young kids are so into texting and the Internet, studying is often thought of as boring and unimportant. It really gives us great joy to discover that there are still students who prioritize studying and excellent grades, as an imperative, said Sr. Nicetas M. Favorito. Later in the afternoon, a Rock-Back-To-School Concert, in cooperation with the FEATI Events & Promotions, featuring Imago, Pedicab, and a few up-and-coming rock groups literally shook the University with their creative outputs. Musicality was really in the air that afternoon and served to cap a long but satisfying day. -Ms. Almond Duldulao

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SEAHAWKS MALE SPIKERS: 3RD ISAA VOLLEYBALL CHAMPS

Seahawks Spikers hungry for more!

The FEATI Seahawks Spikers soars high in the 3rd season of the Inter-Scholastic Athletic Association (ISAA). The FEATI Seahawks Men coached by Coach Christopher Laco Jr. is the defending champion of the First Ateneo Volleyball League held last year at the Ateneo de Manila gymnasium. Hungry for more, the spiker boys showed everyone why they were hailed champion in their game 2 held at the gymnasium of the Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP). when they crushed the Manila Tytana Colleges (MTC) The whole first set was dominated by the Seahawks. They made it look like MTC didnt stand a chance against them. Second set was a bit rough for the Seahawks because the MTC started to get ahead in the game. They just didnt give up that easily, making it hard for the Featinians to grab the second set. Third set was not that easy for the Seahawks but they were determined to grab the win. They fought fiercely. They showed the ISAA League everything theyve got by winning the game with a 3-0 set score dominating the whole game. After that victory, the Mens Volleyball team are hungrier to grab the trophy for the pride of the school.

Heads high, stand tall, fly high SEAHAWKS all the way! After sweeping the Ateneo Volleyball Cup and grabbing the Gold, the FEATI Seahawks Male Spikers again brought pride, honor and glory to our school for the 2nd time around by bringing home the Volleyball Championship Cup from the 3rd ISAA Championship game. Spikers grabbed the 1st game winning straight sets last October 20, 2011 not letting the La Consolacion Manila see the lime light. Message has been given to their opponent, for the Spikers are really aiming for the win. In game 2, held at Lyceum of the Philippines University, the Spikers were really determined to win it and bring home the bacon for our fellow FEATInians. Their coach Shok Anore trained the Seahawks with dedication and passion giving them all of Coach Shoks talent and experience

in Volleyball, he led the SEAHAWKS for their very 1st ISAA Championship win. The keys for the win of the Seahawks are the aggressive start and a powerful finish. Discipline is also one of the keys to win a championship game and be a championship calibre team. I want to thank all those who supported the FEATI Mens and Womens Volleyball team especially to Maam Melai, Miss Teng and the Brass Band for the help and endless support they have given the team. It certainly gave strength to us to help us beat the opponent, said Coach Shok. Sobrang tiwala ko sa team ko na kahit naggraduate na yung dalawa malalakas na players at dahil din sa tulong mga veteran players ng team nadala nila ang laro at nakuha namin itong Championship. Para akong nabawasan ng tinik sa lalamunan ngayon. Sobrang sarap lang ng feeling ng manalo, he added. After the game Coach Shok reminisced

the past when the Seahawks Spikers were just getting started. He remembered that the team started from scratch. They lost every battle that time, and then improved to finish to 5th place, 3rd place and now the Champs! Winning a championship game isnt that easy but the feeling of being victorious is priceless. All the hardwork and dedication payed off when they rallied to grab the win. It is an honor for the FEATIU Community to have such young and great talent. Now theyre preparing for their next battle with added pressure to defend their title against new contenders in the 4th ISAA Tournament. The hungry Seahawks wants some more for they are aiming to win the upcoming 2nd Ateneo Volleyball Cup in March 2012 and become the back-to-back champions.

game 1 nabbed by the Seahawks

Kaboom! the right word to describe the opening game of the FEATI Seahawks against the Manila Adventist Medical Center and College (MAMCC) last August 2, 2011 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. The Seahawks made an enormous 60-point deficit against the MAMCC. They dominated the back court for all the four quarters, making it sure that they do the right plays in both defense and offense, while maintaining the lead and keeping it cool all throughout the game, and knowing their positions and doing all their jobs to keep the pressure and handle the ball effectively. With a big lead, the Seahawks gave MAMCC a hard time keeping up with the pace of the game. With the guidance of the FEATI Mens Basketball Head Coach Louie Gonzales and leadership of their Captain Jok Pati-an, the Seahawks finished the game with a final score of 98-38. I think everybody did their job well. Everybody was so excited to play kaya sobrang pumped up yung isat isa nung nagstart na yung game and then eventually tuloy tuloy na yung magandang laro hanggang sa huli. said Mr. Pati-an, the teams captainball. After the game, it was obvious in the faces of the Featinians, that they are proud of what they attained, making the whole FEATI family take pride of the win. A great start of a new season for the Seahawks!

Erik Spoelstra opens the 3rd Season of ISAA with high remarks

Erik Spoelstra (wearing black shirt) with the captains of the ISAA participating teams. Filipino-American coach Erik Spoelstra, who helped the Miami Heat to the NBA finals last season, was the special guest in the 3rd Inter-Scholastic Athletic Association (ISAA) held at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium on August 2, 2011. Spoelstra gave the opening speech, encouraging the players to look for the future, but not to forget about the past. This is an incredible day and Im proud to be a Filipino, said Spoelstra. Stay in the moment but always look ahead. We learn from our experiences and try to comeback strong next season, he added. With the inspiring message that was given by Spoelstra, the players heat up with added fire in their hearts to play the game they love. ISAA would like to thank coach Spoelstra and his NBA Fit team for gracing our opening. He is truly an inspiring presence to us and our athletes, said Mr. Jose Yayen, an ISAA official from La Consolacion College. Its not everyday that you see a coach of his caliber in ISAA. Truly, the Inter-Scholastic Athletic Association (ISAA) opening was a success and tons of people attended to watch the opening.