In the beginning of the semester, we rated ourselves as media writers. Back then I couldn’t even call myself as such. Now, although I know I still have a long way to go, I like to believe I’ve grown into a media writer with potential at least.
I’ve certainly improved my resourcefulness thanks to the many opportunities that came with being a DevCom student, such as going to various events and places around the university and Los Baños, and meeting all sorts of people for interviews and data gathering.
As a DevCom student, we don’t have much time to be shy. So I’ve stepped out of my box considerably since the beginning of the semester.
I like to think I’ve become more resilient now too. I still self-sabotage like it’s a competition and I’m out for the gold, but I don’t give up on myself as easily now. Testament by the bags beneath my eyes, who have only become more prominent as the days came and went.
And thanks to the many seminars and classes available in the university, I’ve learned a great deal about validating information. The how’s, and the why’s. I’ve developed this skill especially during our news writing assignments during lab.
As the semester draws to a close, I find myself breathing and alive against all odds. I’m definitely not the same person as I was before. I’ve laughed, I’ve cried (a lot), I’ve lost sleep, and I’ve learned. Learning in university is beyond the classroom, and were I able to go back in time, these are the tips I’d give myself.
Learn how to time manage or say goodbye to sleeep.
I’ve been sleep deprived before. I feel like that just comes with the territory if you’re a student. But college sleep deprivation is a whole other level, I found myself working on a documentary and a portfolio at the same time on the same night. If I had worked on that portfolio when it was given, I wouldn’t have had to do that. Time management really could have saved my sleep schedule.
Learn how to money manage or say goodbye to eating.
I knew that going into college, it’d take some time for me to adjust not living with my family anymore. But I didn’t expect just how expensive it could be. From course materials to just daily products, I’ve found myself losing money faster than I’d like. I’ve eaten more cup noodles in the last few months than I have my entire life, I think. So yes, I still need to learn how to manage my money properly because at this point my body would thank me for it.
Learn how to get good at your courses or say goodbye to graduating.
As a DPWAS passer who had no idea what DevCom even was, getting used to the subjects was probably one of the most challenging parts of UP. Not only was I in an entirely new system of education, I was also in a program that was entirely unfamiliar to me, and well beyond the skills I had.
I had to quickly learn, and had had some close calls when it comes to my grades.
Learn how to embrace the unexpected or say goodbye to your sanity.
An exaggeration sure, but there’s a grain of truth there. No matter how different college is going to be, I’ve learned that it is still leagues away from what you expect. It’s been a mental, emotional, and even physical roller coaster of a few months, and I’m still not used to it. But everyday I’m learning. Here’s to less breakdowns in the future.
PREPARE FOR SOME OF THE BEST PEOPLE YOU WILL EVER MEET.
I’m not the most outgoing person out there. I find it difficult to approach new people, and can’t even bring myself to talk to waitstaff some times. With that in mind, college absolutely terrified me because I thought I’d find myself alone all over again. Loneliness, true loneliness? Is excruciating, and I never wanted to experience it again.
Thankfully, I didn’t have to. Over the course of the last few months, I’ve met and made friends with more amazing people than I could have ever hoped for. From classmates to superclassmates, to people I’ve fallen in line with and gotten the chance to befriend, I feel truly hashtag blessed to have them in my life.
Devcom students and professor showcased their athletic ability in CDCiklaban 2019
In line with the College of Development Communication’s goal to hone the holistic aspect of the students, CDCiklaban was held at Baker Hall last Nov 9 and 16, 2019. Students and Professors were highly encourgaed to join in the sports category they desire by signing up an online form. This event also aims to develop sportsmanship among the students and givethem an opportunity to unwind from the stress of acads.
The CDC Student Council, in the leadership of Aaron Paul Landicho, organized this annual sports event to cater the ability of the students in the field of sports. The winners of CDCiklaban will have the chance to compete in the University-wide Sports Competition called Palarong UPLB.
In dama, the third place was bagged by Mark Vincent Mercene, Aaron James as the second placer and Erica Silang as the champion.
Verbs, Pronouns, Adjectives… Devcom Students play hard at Scrabble in CDCiklaban 2019.
Rainielle Kyle Guison and Ruben Piomena was hailed as the champion in Scrabble.
In the physical sports category, Mikaela Marie Dumaraga, Kay Justin Laayaka, Justin Be-et, Jason Rodriguez, Julius Villaray, Darla Penaflor and Mark Angelo Bakay championed the Tamaang tao contest.
In the Men’s Badminton, Reinier Gaspar got second place while Prof. Edward Centeno got the first place. Reyes and Penaflor got the second and first place in the Women’s Badminton respectively.
In the men’s volleyball category, the group of William Esund won as the champion. Dane Christian Morena was awarded as the Best Server, Reinier Gaspar as the Best Blocker, Mark Baccay as the Best Spiker, Aaron Landicho as the Best Rigger and Gabriel Dolot as the Best Setter.
The group of Claudine Batimana and Ryzza Accuzar won as the champion in the women’s volleyball category.
CDCiklaban fostered the unity of the college and paved way to a healthy and friendly competition among peers.
Mr. and Ms. CDCIKLABAN 2019
The College of Development Communication (CDC) of the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), held its first coronation of Ginoo and Binibining CDCiklaban 2019 on Saturday, November 16.
The event, held at the UPLB Baker Hall, featured four males and females competing for the crown for 2019.
Devcom Candidates never go out of style at CDCiklaban Pageant 2019.
Female Contestants:
KRISZIA PROLOGO, Batch 2019
QUINZHY JIMENEZ, Batch 2019
GLORIA EUSEBIO, Batch 2019
NEISEL LYCA PETIZA, Batch 2018
Male Contestants:
DAVID CLEMENTE ALCALA, Batch 2018
DALE JOHN CABALLERO, Batch 2019
MARK ANGELO BACCAY, Batch 2018
RUDY PAREL JR., Batch 2019
The judges for the pageant included the Binibining Los Baños 2019. (pa-insert name ng judges)
During the pageant, contestants competed in a production number, sports attire, casual wear, and question and answer segment.
The winners and awards for Ginoo and Binibining CDCiklaban 2019 were voted upon by the CDC students and the panel of judges.
Mr. and Ms. Photogenic were won by David Alcala and Kriszia Prologo, respectively. The People’s Choice Award was won by Mark Baccay and Neisel Petiza. This award was voted on by the CDC students before the pageant.
Mark Baccay and Kriszia Prologo were again awarded Best in Production Number. Best in Sports Attire was awarded to Rudy Parel and Neisel Petiza. Once again, Rudy Parel and Kriszia Prologo were awarded Best in Casual Wear of CDCiklaban 2019.
The third runner-up went to Dale Caballero and Quinzhy Jimenez, and the second runner-up went to David Alcala and Neisel Petiza. The first runner-up went to Mark Baccay and Gloria Eusebio.
Winners of the CDCiklaban Pageant 2019 – Kriszia Mae Prologo & Rudy Parel Jr.
Rudy Parel and Kriszia Prologo were crowned Ginoo and Binibini CDCiklaban 2019.
Group (BINHI):
Kate Abulad Marian Illinon Louisse Parado Shann Elyse Pasion Mark Genesis Topinio Maria Thresha Ursolino
The lighting of the university’s giant Christmas tree and other Christmas decorations tells us that it’s already Christmas in UPLB! The theme of this year’s installation is Paskuhan sa Barrio, featuring a life-sized Belen and a mini park with fountain. The lighting ceremony was held on the evening of November 19 with a program entitled Pasko sa Elbi: Isang Pasasalamat. It was attended by Chancellor Sanchez, university vice chancellors, faculty members, staffs, students and Los Baños residents. Part of the event were performances from UPLB Choral Ensemble, Dr. Antonio Jesus, UPLB Street Jazz Dance Company, and the UPLB Filipiniana Dance Troupe. Also, a mini bazaar was opened at the parking lot of the University Housing Office. Setting up these ornaments at the UPLB main gate started thirteen years ago in 2006. This marks the beginning of holiday season and the coming end of the First Semester. Here is a video prepared by Group Binhi showcasing the highlights of UPLB’s annual treat for the community.
Group Binhi:
Kate Abulad Marian Illinon Louisse Parado Shann Elyse Pasion Mark Genesis Topinio Maria Thresha Ursolino
In this video, people will find more about the nature of Devcom, the careers you’ll get from this course, and some future insights from Devcom practitioners.
Group (BINHI): Marian Illinon Louisse Parado Shann Elyse Pasion Mark Genesis Topinio Maria Thresha Ursolino
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Sunlight, bright and warm shines upon the campus grounds, just as bright as the many decorations that sway with the early morning breeze. All across the university are brilliant swatches of colour, hung up in preparation for the 101st Loyalty Day of UPLB. As the sun climbed higher in the sky, more and more students flooded the streets. Young and old stood side by side, so vastly different, and yet more similar than you’d think.
On this morning I was in one corner of Freedom Park with the other DevCom students preparing for the parade.
DevCom prepares their cheer for the Loyalty Day Parade.The College of Development Communications float.
Afterwards, once the brightly coloured floats had each been presented, it was time for my group mates and I to talk the alumnis.
Artemio Salazar. Batch ’74, BS AgChem
Lolo Artemio is part of batch’74, starting in UPLB in the year 1968.
In all his years of being in the university, he’s grateful that it taught him many different things. Not only in the academic sense, but also life in general. He reminded us to stand up for our beliefs, whatever they may be, and assert ourselves. As students our stance matters, and when we are called to action, we must not hesitate to heed it.
He recalls his time in the university fondly, but he cannot ignore the dark shadow Marcos’s Martial Law cast upon it. As he tells us stories from that time, he mentions the friends he’s lost with glistening eyes, and asks us that we must not let ourselves stand idly by in such times.
From Left to Right Bulawan, Nica Ella; Pasion, Shann Elyse; Villar, Jan Cyrus; Mendiola, Francesca; Agulto, Mia; Besario, Sophia
“Mahirap. Mahaba. Para masabi kong busy ako. Nakakanerbyos.”
These are the words Nica, Jan, Francesca, and Sophia used to describe the UPCAT. The group had come from San Pedro, near Muntinlupa, for the first batch of UPCAT takers on October 6, 2019.
Cramming had been their answer when we asked them how they prepared for the UPCAT.
“Tamang skimming, scanning lang,”
Francesca, 2019
—of their lessons, as the workload of senior high had eaten majority of their time. they admit that they weren’t able to prepare as much as they’d like. And so, to help their chances, they plan to apply to as many colleges as they can. However, they the UPCAT is one of the tests they most hoped to pass.
Majority of the group are planning to take engineering programs, with Francesca being the only who is taking med. Part of the reason she wants to pass UP is because it is one of the few universities who offer the program she is applying. The others said that the reason they want to pass is because of the many opportunities that come with being a student in UP.
From Left to Right Pasion, Shann Elyse; Agulto, Mia; Galiza, Jericho; Galiza, Velinda
“Sa una na pressure, kasi yung environment kakaiba yung aura.”
We were able to catch Jericho with his mom, Galiza, just after taking the UPCAT, and this was his answer when we asked how it went. They had also come from San Pedro, and had woken up at 2AM to make it to the morning session.
“Puyat na puyat kaya we’re making the most of the campus na!”
Galiza explains that just before the interview they had been taking pictures around the campus, as UP had also been her dream university when she was younger. Now that it’s her son’s turn at the UPCAT, she’s sure that he will pass.
Jericho plans to take BS Chem, BS Bio, or an engineering program. And says that he had prepared for the UPCAT by himself,
“Sariling sikap lang,”
he says. When he mentions that he is also planning to take other universities’ entrance exams, his mom assures him of the many good qualities of UP, encouraging him to choose the university.
“Alam ko nang papapsa ang anak ko!”
Galiza, 2019
Our Group From Left to Right Topinio, Genesis; Pasion, Shann Elyse; Agulto, Mia
After the first few harrowing months here in UP meeting such hopeful students is like a breath of fresh air. Even if they didn’t sound like it at first. When we asked about the programs they’d like to take, and listened the lengths to which they prepared for the test, you could hear it in their voices.
From studying for months, to studying just the night before, by themselves or in a review centre. These UPCAT takers came prepared, and despite the uncertainty in their voices, they didn’t just come to UP with the hope of taking the test and going, they came here with hopes and dreams of their own. The bragging rights of taking the UPCAT is just a bonus or so we’re told.
It was a nostalgic experience being able to talk to them, as well as a motivating one, as afterwards it seemed like their hope had rubbed off on me. They reminded me that I had my own aspirations for applying in UP, and now that I’m here I need to keep them in mind, so I can’t let myself get overwhelmed.
To all the students who took the UPCAT, thank you. You didn’t just apply to UP, you applied to be in service of the people, to be an iskolar ng bayan. And I can’t wait to see you next year!
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