The student press are easy targets of censorship, threats, harassments, and being silenced. We have so much to lose, which is also why we have so much to fight for.
With all the intentional long-weekends and extended holiday seasons, it wouldn't hurt for the administration to at least recognize its existence and declare its withstanding pathos even if it was slated on a weekend. The point of this writing is neither to reflect upon the dubious decision of not getting another Friday for a regular rest day, but it is the fact that we as Filipinos cannot just have February 25 as a lazy Sunday.
There are two types of people in this world: those who want to make a difference and those who only choose to see these differences unfold. This divide greatly exemplifies how we view certain social roles as something partial rather than infinite. After all, progression and regression exist to define whether we proceed to do better things or stick with the same ideals that we live by, and the only thing that makes these two possibilities are the dynamics upheld by power. One way of exercising this newfound power is through leadership.
‘In shades of brown and black’; this perfectly describes the coastal waters of Oriental Mindoro as the MT Princess Empress sunken ship continues to spread 900,000 gallons of industrial oil to the said area. It is currently affecting 32000 families with millions worth of damages in the Mimaropa region, and if its containment will not be hastened with the utmost efficiency- it may permanently stain not just the marine ecosystem of the said area, but also the livelihoods of the families depending on it.
This is the reality of our country’s current transport schema: the call for modernization has come at the cost of affecting the lives of Public Utility Vehicle (PUV) drivers and operators— investing in a shiny future with new and futuristic automobiles over job-stricken Filipinos wondering how to afford the bare minimum cost of living.
This is not just about Rappler. It’s also about us.
Penalizing students by not exercising their right to suffrage is not democracy, its coercion. Varied preferences may affect their way of choosing candidates because their ideal candidates may be neither of the choices, and that’s valid. Democracy is having a choice, and that includes the right to say ‘no’.
As per COMELEC policies, every candidate and party are given 5 days to clean and retrieve their campaign materials after election day. However, even years have passed, many of these materials are still hanging on public places or scattered in the wind, and when left unchecked for a longer time, it becomes an environmental threat.
Gumagalaw ang kapayapaan, at sa bawat kilos nito ay mapapanatiling buhay ang kasaysayan. Kaya mahalagang isapuso na ang EDSA People Power Revolution, isang pambuong-piraso ng kasaysayan, ay hindi kailanman magagapi ng kahit anong panahon o puwersa.
These budget cuts are a continuous blatant show of disrespect and incompetence of the government despite the multiple promises of providing accessible and quality education for all. Thus, these cuts will only serve as a hindrance to the goal of SUCs to go global and become world class institutions.
Our history is just an accessory to a country that hasn’t even been remarkable for a lot of things. Not many people seem to understand the extent of what our nation could be if we were wise enough to choose peace over prominence.
The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris have been a remarkable display of human achievement, with athletes from around the world showcasing their exceptional talents on the global stage. But amidst the celebratory fanfare, one story has stood out as a testament to the ongoing struggle for true inclusivity in sports - the historic gold medal victory of Algerian boxer Imane Khelif.
Valentine’s Day is over! While we gear our eyes toward the romanticism that occurs on the 14th of every February (bouquets, chocolates, and plushies if you're lucky), we often disregard what happens after these declarations, pushing this into the farthest corner of the room. It is in our biological demands that we yearn for sex, yet its discussion still fails to hit the limelight.
School events like the Intramural Games proves imperative to the student experience: cheering for your faction’s representing athletes, slyly but not-so-subtly stealing glances at your campus crush, or simply hanging out with your friends— these are merely a few things you could do to enjoy Visayas State University’s (VSU) Sálingkusóg2023. However, not everyone enjoyed the leisure that the grand event provided; some went through hurdles that not even the greatest runner could easily jump through. As VSU lives through the “transfer of strength”, what do Viscans think of this year's intramurals?
Graduation marks a joyous yet scary phase in life, as the excitement of newfound freedom and possibilities is tempered by the uncertainty of venturing into the adult world. As the Class of 2023 prepares for their final march this coming 70th VSU commencement exercise, we asked them about their plans and goals as they begin to walk a new path in life.
We are almost heading to the last page of the school year, and a new set of student leaders will soon take their seats. As part of the students' annual activity at Visayas State University (VSU), students practice their right to suffrage by electing leaders to take charge of the University Supreme Student Council (USSC).
The Mr. and Ms. VSU pageant is a major highlight in this year’s activities for the university’s 99th founding anniversary. Amid having eight pairs from across all five satellite campuses and colleges of the VSU system competing in the momentous comeback of the university’s most coveted crowns, comes the imminent buzz with pricing of tickets that sparked controversy among the Viscan community early last week.
Christmas is just around the corner. It has been the norm for VSU to welcome the Yuletide season with a festive lighting event. The towering and stylish Christmas tree and signature Pinoy parol hanging on posts, which adorn and illuminate the streets and patios of the university, prodded anticipation and excitement within people from different walks of life. And as the COVID-19 pandemic became a staunch part of the observance of these events, excitement and expectations about witnessing this again have doubled, to say the least.
