MARVIN FLORES, Class of 2009 Summa cum Laude in Physics
updated from Visayan Daily Star

Geniuses are born, not made.
If you are among those who firmly abide by this dictum but could not quite find someone who could best epitomize or reinforce this belief, then brace yourself for a stunning revelation.

The monicker, in fact, cannot just be used loosely on any Tom, Dick, or Harry. It has to be bestowed on someone who, despite the obstacles - most of them because of force of circumstance - hurdled all of them, coming out victorious and triumphant in the end.

Marvin Flores, this is not yet the end of his struggle. His biggest challenge in the saga called Life has just begun.

As a Bachelor of Science in Physics student at Silliman University, he was awarded the 2005 Gawad Kalayaan sa Kabataan, one of only four winners from all over the Philippines who was conferred the distinguished honor done annually in the celebration of Independence Day sponsored by the Philippine Independence Commission and the National Historical Institute.

"What happened was my school, Ramon Teves Pastor Memorial-Dumaguete Science High School, submitted a profile of my achievements to the Department of Education Dumaguete City Division. It included a compilation of my community involvement, my academic achievements as well as testimonials of good moral character," Flores shares, reminiscing the short notice he got from DepEd officials for him to go to Manila for the final selection. This was two days after the start of classes for the first semester.

What clinched the award for him, according to Flores, was the one-on-one interview each of the finalists had to undergo.

"I was made to expound on my community activities, about who my favorite hero is. But I think I impressed the judges because I was asked what my favorite subject is, and I readily said it is Physics. I was debating with my interviewer, who was a lawyer, who asked me to explain my choice of a course (BS Physics). I said I chose pure physics, not applied physics, because the former tackles the theoretical aspects thus making it versatile and all-encompassing, while the latter involves the application of such theories," Flores explains enthusiastically, confessing to having expressed interest on the subject in high school. He posted a grade of 99 percent in Physics back then.

Awards and such glowing achievements, however, are not new to the unassuming Flores, even as he is quick to add that "our heroes, who experienced a lot of hardship and difficulties, have achieved much more than me."

He graduated valedictorian in high school, he also finished as valedictorian of South City Elementary School in Mangnao, Dumaguete City in 2001. Candidly expressing to not being too good in English, on the contrary, he excelled in Math and Science, regularly winning in the regional Math Olympiad.

When he was in fourth year high school, his team composed of three members won first place in the national science quiz held at the Quezon City Science High School. For this, he pocketed P 2,000.

In Grade VI, he got first place in the national history quiz bee held in Tagaytay for which he was given a personal computer set and a 24-volume Collier's Encyclopedia.

If these things may not be of significant value to some people today, they certainly are for Flores. He makes no qualms about his family background and the dire straits he has been used to since birth. In fact, his mother had to sell the personal computer set to a relative in Manila just so she would have transportation money to go back home to Dumaguete, after claiming her son's prizes in the big city.

The young Flores, without hesitation, decided to keep the encyclopedia set which has become his favorite reading fare since then, preferring to read reference books.

The eldest of two sons of Alvin Flores of Zamboanga City and the former Marilyn Mira of Dumaguete, the young Flores remembers not having any electricity at home since he was in Grade I until Grade VI. His father works us a contractual carpenter and earns P150-P200 daily on a good day.

Consistently maintaining first honors in his entire elementary years, he had to make do with a lamparilla to study his lessons.

When he arrived from Tagaytay after being declared national champion in the history quiz bee, his teachers made representations with the DepEd Division Office whose officials, in turn, requested then Dumaguete City Mayor Felipe Antonio Remollo to install electrical wirings in the Flores abode for free. Only then, after more than six years, did the young boy genius enjoy the benefits of good, proper ventilation while doing his homework and studying his lessons.

His greatest motivation now is to help alleviate the family's way of life by pursuing a solid education for him to embark on a stable career.

"Both my parents come from really large families, but no one among my uncles and aunties finished college degrees. I also have many cousins, some with families of their own already. No one among them also finished a college education, although some of them are currently in school," Flores shares without batting an eyelash.

He is not embarrassed to say that his father finished up to second year high school and his mother finished up to Grade VI from the same school where he graduated. "My parents got married in their teens. They met each other in Manila while they were both working. I myself was born in Quezon City. I studied kindergarten there for about a month, then we moved back to Dumaguete because life was hard in Manila," he relates matter-of-factly.

Realizing early on that his parents' meager income from their odd jobs could hardly make both ends meet for the family, the young Flores would help augment the family coffers through the prize money he would take home in contests. His cash prize as Gawad Kalayaan sa Kabataan awardee went to their house's cement flooring. In the previous years, whatever money he would win would go directly to the simple improvements they would do on their house.

"Every time there would be contributions in school, like for projects or T-shirts, I am always the last to pay," he says.

Being a scholar of the Department of Science and Technology as well as an academic scholar at Silliman University, Flores still works hard to sustain his scholarship, rendering at least 80 hours per semester as a student assistant and, of course, maintaining the required quality point average. He wants to instill the same discipline and work ethic on his younger brother, Aldrin, who is still in the basic education level.

He was burning his midnight candles to hopefully arrive at his goal of getting the DOST-BPI Science Award when he gets to his senior year. He achieved his goal, he was one of the three Sillimanians who were awarded last February 2009. The honor entails a sizeable cash prize plus the assurance of no less than a managerial position after graduation.

"Just as I said in my high school valedictory address, poverty should not be a hindrance to one's dreams and ambitions. College life is our stepping-stone to making good. Always pray to God, stick to your goals, and don't let temptations get the better of you," he exhorts his fellow students.

On March 22, 2009, this young genius will march on graduation day, his dreams coming into reality because he worked hard for it. By then, I think Marvin Flores would have more stories to tell … like his being a lead vocalist in the rockband P6 and many more....

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Ritch, ang main thread title, "ACOOMODATIONS" ang imo na spell...:) Wa pa mausob guihapon.

hala, same ta! I was a supporter of Ina Reformina during my 1st year in college but after that, SURE na dayon ko, hehehe.

Hehehe...oh....SUSG politics...hehehe...

I've with SURE since I was in High School...ran with the party when I was in College...took over as repsentative for MassCom...now part of the elders of SURE and constantly supporting the party any way I can...hehehe...talk about political rivalry...whew...

Stacy is a good friend since high school...congrats Stace...proud of you and proud of MassCom... :okay:

^^ Haha.. you can say that again... and again, and then again.. and again. Wew. I only had been there once and that was on their opening rites which they served all their menu for free... Damn, good thing they served lechon or else i'd vomit all the food they had. Too much oil and spice. Even if they say all of the food are authentic Korean, the place really isn't. If they had made the plce look more Korean-ish, then probably it'll be fine... It looks more western na man gud.. But in fairness, my Korean students love their food. They always hang-out there and study. But somehow, in the long run, the lack of innovation and taste put them down. They should have also made it more taste-friendly to the locals. Bye Jumong!

Most of the Koreans I know don't like their food. They give a lot of rice, but only little veg. Koreans like a lot of veg and little rice.

Ritch, ang main thread title, "ACOOMODATIONS" ang imo na spell...:) Wa pa mausob guihapon.

Can't change that, only the moderator can, I guess.

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Hahayy, graduation time!

@ritche: robots? interesting!^^

I guess they will soon be having robots in their laboratories...

@nicko: ah ok, basta ako, i don't wanna disect a human cadaver again, their faces still give me goosebumps up to now, hehehe.

No human cadavers in the College of Nursing. We were exposed to the human cadavers in our human anatomy and physiology course.

uy, we have 3 things in common, SSC, SURE and LACUU, hehehe.:)

Hehehe...oh....SUSG politics...hehehe...

I've with SURE since I was in High School...ran with the party when I was in College...took over as repsentative for MassCom...now part of the elders of SURE and constantly supporting the party any way I can...hehehe...talk about political rivalry...whew...

Stacy is a good friend since high school...congrats Stace...proud of you and proud of MassCom... :okay:

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What branch is this?

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Yeah. Soon. The robot that the college will be purchasing will be the only kind in the country. Peejay knows more about it. He shared about this in the previous thread..

The robot you are taking about is called iStan. We are not the first school in the Philippines who will acquire iStan. Even West Negros University has one already.

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congratulations to
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"We salute you!":cheers:

congrats Sillimanians!

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the "graduation booklet" this year looks so nice, it was a far cry during our time, hehehe. It was only plain white with red prints.:ohno:

congrats Sillimanians!

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About iStan
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This is the robot Silliman University will be purchasing...

The story of iStan is the story of METI — the tale of a spirit of innovation and collaboration that has no end. Take the passionate curiosity that brought patient simulation out of the dark ages of clunky task trainers. Then add the experience and sharp ideas of thousands of educators in the fields of medicine, nursing, disaster medicine, emergency response and the military. And you’ve got iStan.

At long last, here is the essential human element in patient simulation — the mannequin that moves, breathes, lives and dies so realistically and compellingly that medical education will never be the same. Developed with the United States Army, iStan is durable enough for combat and built for life. Couple that with METI’s guarantee, customer service and the Human Patient Simulation Network (HPSN) worldwide family of users, and you will know iStan is the soundest investment you can make in human patient simulation.

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of course uy! an SUSG prexy who's a Summa Cum Laude? that's pretty tough gyud. Kudos to Stacey!^^

and to add other credits, Stacey was also crowned Ms. Silliman and had been in different kinds of national top 10 thingys.. hehe..

uy, we have 3 things in common, SSC, SURE and LACUU, hehehe.:)

So you two must really know each other.........

Im the only one here who is with CAUSE diay.. Hehe

Basing on the Southern Gentry article above, although I'm not a Dumagueteño, I can say that Dumaguete is the most cultured place in the country. The attitude, professionalism, atmosphere, the sophistication is very much different from other places. A lot of my friends who are also non-Dumagueteños said. A tourist could easily notice that due to the small land area. One afternoon walk along the Rizal Boulevard is enough to differentiate Dumagueteños from the rest of the people. I'm really proud of this place and I love this city so much. ^^:banana:

same here, i'm from Zamboanga, but I love Dumaguete city.

I likeed how the graduation rites was done this year because last year, it was done in two separate days and in three different venues. Kapoy gyud it was kind of a hassle to many especially to those who are not from the city.

This was last year's............

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Baccalaureate Sunday: Silliman University Church 16th March, 8:00am - 11:00am
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Commencement Exercises: Silliman University Amphitheatre 16th March, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
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Pangita-a ako name diha sa graduation booklet.. hehe.. >_<

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL SILLIMAN GRADUATES!!!
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What branch is this?

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Silliman Branch. But they closed na and will transfer just across to Portal West, 1st level.

Pangita-a ako name diha sa graduation booklet.. hehe.. >_<

Naks.. Congrats to you, peejay!!........ Happy? Haha. Mag IP pa mo then review.. Another 1 year stay pa in the college!......

^^ happy ka au!! I'm very thankful for all the blessings that I've received.. PEro makalagot kay bitin ka au.. Magduty pa me this thursday.. Crap.. hehe..

Oh yeah.. haha. felt the same way, too...Happy.. Really happy but not much since i still had to think of how to go through with IP, completion of scrubs, review, PRC application, review, board exams, results........ But after all those, Murag, "whew, at last, i am FINALLY DONE being with the college!" Hahaha.. And that was the time i truly felt happy, the real, genuine one. hehe.

and to add other credits, Stacey was also crowned Ms. Silliman and had been in different kinds of national top 10 thingys.. hehe..

I'm impressed with stacy's achievements, yet di ko bilib the way she gets them.. One of her close friend and her adviser told me that she chooses her own teachers and "mo-hangyo" so that she could get high grades.. I hope dili mo friends.. hehe.. Her manipulation of the CAUSE party pissed off the elders.. "She's no people person" as quoted by one professor.. Futhermore, he said, "If she took difficult courses like nursing, engineering, or accountacy, I doubt she'll even be an honor student".

In contrast, idol ko si Marvin Flores.. He is really exceptional.. His father is a construction worker and his mother is a street vendor.. As quoted by Marvin during the seniors day, "I graduated without electricity at home, without computer, and uses only a 'lampara' for studying, yet I was able to make it". He helps her mother sell rejected mangos from their neighbors in the streets, that's why he's not embarrassed to call himself as a "street boy". In spare time, he does tutoring..

Although I'm happy of their achievements.. Each of them are unique individuals.. At least, we have 2 Summas, 18 magnas, and 73 cum laudes.. Kudos!!

Hmmm... Stacy's reading rba, peej.. ahah.. Anyway, I've been hearing about that man pod and since HS pa na si Stacey, there were stories circulating about her already esp about when she joined Ms. Silliman...... But anyhoots, CONGRATS again. Magna Cum Laude man daw ka!

^^ Really.. Shucks, I better delete that post.. How do you do it anyway? haha!! :D Bitaw, I really used to idolize stacy (Imagine, a summa and sg prex? Usahay ra na mahitabo).. Pero one credible person changed my perception about her.. It happened to be that person used to be her teacher.. Marvin, on the other hand, is exceptionally intelligent.. Pero won't try to compare (as if I did not..haha :D) because both are deserving students in their unique ways..

Me, magna? hehe.. Dili oi.. summa lang.. :lol: Btw, the magnas from the college of nursing are Roland Rodriguez and Clint Garbanzos, all boys..hmmm :lol:

Bilib ko nimo nick if makabalo ka sa ako real name.. If you do, pangita-a nalang sa booklet if naka-apil ko honors.. hehe.. :D

^^ Giminusan ka nako, peej? Dghan ko sources and i'll try to find out what ur real name is and i'll look for it in the booklet if i can get one.. But i think i know you since you were part of the cheering squad before, right?... I'm sure cum laude ka. Basta, mas idol nako si Marvin!!

^^ Haha!!:D How did you know apil ko cheering? Apil sad ka? Yah, I know daghan ka og sources.. For sure makabalo jud ka.. :D

i think I saw you during Mr. & Ms. SEAO.. Tapad mo Jeason Consing right??

Uh, coz katong sa cheering, most of the squad were from our batch, sophomores.. unfrtunately, my name was picked so i had to join without any consent from me and it was sumthing i really hated at first but got the hang of it after a while.. And i think i was able to spot some guys not from our batch kay gamay raman gud mo ato... And i think naa ka ato, as far as i can remember.

And yeah, I was at Mr. and Ms SEAO with Mr. Consing..:)

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Although I'm happy of their achievements.. Each of them are unique individuals.. At least, we have 2 Summas, 18 magnas, and 73 cum laudes.. Kudos!!

Do we have to congratulate somebody here for graduating with honors?

same here, i'm from Zamboanga, but I love Dumaguete city.

I have been asking for answers why Dumaguete is different from the rest, and I say that the answer is its faith and the presence of educational institutions in the area which provided a gentler, warm and friendly atmosphere.

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^^ So, there will also be for Bohol? Are they going to have a Robs there, too? Or will it only be a Big R or a Sun Shop? If it's going to be a mall or a Big R, the cool! All major Visayan cities will have Robs!

^^ Oops, that's for Sun Cellular pala. My Bad.

Do we have to congratulate somebody here for graduating with honors?

Yes.. Peejay202!! :banana:

^^ thanks nick.. Pero u really need to look for my name.. weh :)

So ur really serious about it, huh? Cge, awon nato ni ron.. hehe..

^^ Bitaw binuang ra..hehe.. Yep, I made it.. Thanks to Bro up there.. :)

^^ yeah, c Bro nga talaga.. he's just so good. congrats again! you will really go far esepcially if you will include Bro in your plans....... Samot na with your SU trademark!.. Via, Veritas, Vita! Congrats Mr. Pio Julio (ehem...)...:)

^^ Gilantaw nimo kinsay taga Tacloban sah?? Mao diay nadugay og reply.. haha!! :lol:

Salamat nick.. Very anxious because we're entering a world of unemployment.. I entrust everything to my silliman education and to Bro.. Hope I will be successful like you, ritche, miguel, and other sillimanian forumers.. hehe.. To God be the glory.. :)

Can't change that, only the moderator can, I guess.

Well, okey na.:) Mababait ang mga mods natin. Congrats pala sa Negros Oriental for having this thread.

nope, hehehe.

So you two must really know each other.........

gwapa:)
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and to add other credits, Stacey was also crowned Ms. Silliman and had been in different kinds of national top 10 thingys.. hehe..

i have a lot of CAUSE friends. :)

Im the only one here who is with CAUSE diay.. Hehe

Is it possible to choose your teachers? I also heard a lot of stories about the honor students during my time. I think it's always like that, if you're famous, achiever, top student, you always get rumors and criticisms, both postive and negative. Part of life, hehehe.:)

I'm impressed with stacy's achievements, yet di ko bilib the way she gets them.. One of her close friend and her adviser told me that she chooses her own teachers and "mo-hangyo" so that she could get high grades.. I hope dili mo friends.. hehe.. Her manipulation of the CAUSE party pissed off the elders.. "She's no people person" as quoted by one professor.. Futhermore, he said, "If she took difficult courses like nursing, engineering, or accountacy, I doubt she'll even be an honor student".

In contrast, idol ko si Marvin Flores.. He is really exceptional.. His father is a construction worker and his mother is a street vendor.. As quoted by Marvin during the seniors day, "I graduated without electricity at home, without computer, and uses only a 'lampara' for studying, yet I was able to make it". He helps her mother sell rejected mangos from their neighbors in the streets, that's why he's not embarrassed to call himself as a "street boy". In spare time, he does tutoring..

Although I'm happy of their achievements.. Each of them are unique individuals.. At least, we have 2 Summas, 18 magnas, and 73 cum laudes.. Kudos!!

During our time (2002), the graduation was held at the Luce Auditorium Lobby (which was the stage). The graduates were seated at the tennis court area (of course the court fence was rolled and removed). It was memorable coz "gatagay" mi while waiting for our turn. We were seated at the back portion so we had the luxury of time to do it just enough to have pinkish faces without smelling liquor, hahaha. When we turned our heads at the colleges sitting behind us (Eng'g and Law), they were also doing the same thing, hehehe. The hooded graduates were making tagay except for the Divinity and Graduate Schools. We didn't know if the ones in front of us were also doing the same. It was a crazy thing to do. Unforgettable. Hehehe.:cheers:

I likeed how the graduation rites was done this year because last year, it was done in two separate days and in three different venues. Kapoy gyud it was kind of a hassle to many especially to those who are not from the city.

This was last year's............

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College Awarding Ceremony: Claire Isabel McGil Luce Auditorium: 15th March, 8:00am - 12:00nn / 3:00pm - 6:00pm
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Baccalaureate Sunday: Silliman University Church 16th March, 8:00am - 11:00am
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Commencement Exercises: Silliman University Amphitheatre 16th March, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
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I think that's for Handyman in BQ Mall. Wala pa sila Robinson's Place.

^^ So, there will also be for Bohol? Are they going to have a Robs there, too? Or will it only be a Big R or a Sun Shop? If it's going to be a mall or a Big R, the cool! All major Visayan cities will have Robs!

Congrats peejay202!

^^ Gilantaw nimo kinsay taga Tacloban sah?? Mao diay nadugay og reply.. haha!! :lol:

Salamat nick.. Very anxious because we're entering a world of unemployment.. I entrust everything to my silliman education and to Bro.. Hope I will be successful like you, ritche, miguel, and other sillimanian forumers.. hehe.. To God be the glory.. :)

During our time (2002), the graduation was held at the Luce Auditorium Lobby (which was the stage). The graduates were seated at the tennis court area (of course the court fence was rolled and removed). It was memorable coz "gatagay" mi while waiting for our turn. We were seated at the back portion so we had the luxury of time to do it just enough to have pinkish faces without smelling liquor, hahaha. When we turned our heads at the colleges sitting behind us (Eng'g and Law), they were also doing the same thing, hehehe. The hooded graduates were making tagay except for the Divinity and Graduate Schools. We didn't know if the ones in front of us were also doing the same. It was a crazy thing to do. Unforgettable. Hehehe.:cheers:

Our college didn't have this luxury kay when we graduated, sa Luce lobby pa japon to...kami ang first row...hehehehe....

I love Luce lobby during graduation...very nice how it is transformed...

By the way, naa mo nice quality na pics sa graduation sa amphi? would like to post it in another site...salamat...

I was not able to experience marching on a graduation.

Simply because I came in late. My booboo was that I thought it would start at 3 pm but actually it's 2 pm. I came in just as the Board of Trustees was about to enter. Hehe, I'm the youngest member of the distinguished Board at that time.

By the way, congrats peejay202!

^^ How i wished i can be "pasaway" for a moment.. hehe.. Thanx miguel..

This year's gradution rites is different from last year.. From a two-part ceremony, it was collapsed into one.. The venue (amphitheatre) is still the same in order to preserve the solemnity of the occasion. However, for this year, the students were seated in front of the stage.. According to Pres Malayang, the new scheme was made since they want the students to be the center of of the celebration..

It has been 25 years since Silliman had a summa cum laude.. For this year, we have two: Stacy Danika Alcantara and Marvin Flores..

During our time (2002), the graduation was held at the Luce Auditorium Lobby (which was the stage). The graduates were seated at the tennis court area (of course the court fence was rolled and removed). It was memorable coz "gatagay" mi while waiting for our turn. We were seated at the back portion so we had the luxury of time to do it just enough to have pinkish faces without smelling liquor, hahaha. When we turned our heads at the colleges sitting behind us (Eng'g and Law), they were also doing the same thing, hehehe. The hooded graduates were making tagay except for the Divinity and Graduate Schools. We didn't know if the ones in front of us were also doing the same. It was a crazy thing to do. Unforgettable. Hehehe.:cheers:

Geez, how come we've never thought of that?.. Whew. That would have been really fun! But, naah, even if we had that in mind, i dont think it was possible for us to do so since we were all seated in the amphitheatre and cameras were everywhere and it was a live telecast through Sky Cable and Fil Products so we had to maintain our poise. Hehe. It was also impossible for us to do it inside the Luce because we were all on stage, much more inside the SU Church.. Crazy..:nuts:

I was not able to experience marching on a graduation.

Simply because I came in late. My booboo was that I thought it would start at 3 pm but actually it's 2 pm. I came in just as the Board of Trustees was about to enter. Hehe, I'm the youngest member of the distinguished Board at that time.

By the way, congrats peejay202!

Another memorable graduation moment here.. hehe..

^^ Gilantaw nimo kinsay taga Tacloban sah?? Mao diay nadugay og reply.. haha!! :lol:

Salamat nick.. Very anxious because we're entering a world of unemployment.. I entrust everything to my silliman education and to Bro.. Hope I will be successful like you, ritche, miguel, and other sillimanian forumers.. hehe.. To God be the glory.. :)

Hey, i did not use the booklet... I had other sources.. Hehe..

By the way, naa mo nice quality na pics sa graduation sa amphi? would like to post it in another site...salamat...

Check flickr. Im sure you will be able to find something really nice there... Ive seen SU grad pics there..

Just some of the pics on SU commencement at the amphitheatre I found at flickr. I think this was last year's, though..

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School of Basic Education - HS Dept.
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Philippine Pain Convention
March 27-28, 2009
Bethel Guest House

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Link: http://www.sportdiver.com/article/Magazine/2009-Worlds-Best-Diving--Resorts-Atlantis-Dumaguete


ATLANTIS DIVE RESORTS & SPAS - PHILIPPINES
Dumaguete - Puerto Galera

ATLANTIS DUMAGUETE
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ATLANTIS is located on a beautiful 1.5 kilometer stretch of uninterrupted golden sand. The area hosts only but a handful of resorts, of which ATLANTIS is in a distinctive world class of its own. The immediate vicinity is perfectly suited for diving and endless other water sporting activities. On exciting excursions with jungle trips, cave exploring, hiking to the mountain lakes, hill walking to the waterfalls and hot springs, you will get to know the diversity of the amazing island of Negros. Alternatively, Atlantis is equally suited for romantics and those who just want to relax. Guests describe ATLANTIS DUMAGUETE as "a serene native paradise, hosting modern amenities, a pleasing blend of tradition with a distinctive touch of luxury (truly a heaven away from home)".

Discover the resort that’s in a class of its own
Set in secluded private grounds, ATLANTIS BEACH RESORT is one of the more unique privately owned ‘boutique style’ resorts in Asia. Designed with the elegance of Asian architecture, and constructed from indigenous Filipino materials, the tranquility of another world is clearly visible. Come and discover a refreshingly different lifestyle and decompress from all of life’s pressures.

Truly International
Opened in late 2000, by 2001 ATLANTIS had already welcomed guests from six of the seven continents of the world (WE STILL TODAY, EAGERLY AWAIT A GUEST/GUESTS FROM ANTARTICA). We are pleased to continually welcome back guests from Europe, Korea, China/Hong Kong, Australia, the Americas, Africa and of course the Philippines.

Feel like you're in your own private estate.

BOSSA NOVA @ Cafe Antonio's Patio Victorina

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MTV VJ Andi hanging out @ Cafe Antonio

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ATLANTIS DIVE RESORTS
Philippines
Dumaguete --- Puerto Galera
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5-STAR GOURMET DINING AT ATLANTIS TOKO BAR & RESTAURANT
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Toko’s Bar and Restaurant is right on the beach and will provide you with a unique dining experience. Using fresh local products and flavors but made to an international standard, we have moved away from monotonous a la carte menus. Daily changing blackboard lunch and dinner menus, theme nights with buffets, as well as a lunchtime Mongolian Wok. Yummy! Or just sit down at Toko’s spacious bar for a cappuccino or a cocktail between meals.

Accommodations and Amenities:

37 first-class rooms
Toko's Bar and Restaurant with five-star chef-prepared meals and snacks PADI Five-Star CDC Center
Dedicated camera area
Tech and rebreather friendly
Regular IDCs
WIFI
In-house luxury spa
Comfortable, chaperoned transfers arranged from Manila


Guest Room Facilities
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Climate controlled air conditioning
Fully stocked mini bar
Supply of emergency toiletries
Adjustable ceiling fans
Private patio/balcony with Mexican hammocks
Native Furnitures
Solar heated hot water
Cable T.V. with free movie and sports channels
In-room safety deposit box
WIFI


Resort Facilities:
Massage and Spa
Atlantis Dumaguete recently opened the new Spa. Very pleasing to the eye, the spa’s facilities include an authentic sauna imported from Finland, a Jacuzzi, a wet room for body scrubs, a “Rain Dance Shower Room”, an outdoor annex relaxation area, and a spacious massage room. There are also facilities for hand and foot spas available to guests.
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Pool
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Tours and Activities
Sporty
Snorkeling
Banana Boat Riding
Kayaking
Golf
Caving

Tours
Dumaguete City Tours
Malatapay Market
Casaroro Waterfalls
Twin Lakes
Whale & Dolphin Watching
Hot Spring At San Antonio

Beach & Island Hopping
Apo Island
Sumilon Island
Liloan
Balicasag Island

hahaha nalingaw gyud ko sa inyung mga gpang.post dri guys...:)
actually, im a college rep for next school year, and i'm with CAUSE...hehe

politics is, and will always be politics:lol:


FYI: Science high school has done it again!! for the second time around, students from science high will represent the Philippines to the international science fair in Reno, Nevada this May. they recently placed Second at the National Intel Science Fair competition in Subic, giving rise to this coveted chance to rep the RP again. this has been the second time for RTPM-DSHS students to represent RP in the yearly int'l Science Fair. 7 years ago, Karen Soberre Yu rep'd the Philippines in the US for her study "BioPlast," something about making biodegradable plastic...

this is so cool, dili jud basta basta ang mga estudyante sa Dumaguete..whew!

maka.nosebleed kaayo ang ilang study karon.. about arresting the growth of cancer cells, from red algae extracts ata, and sea urchin egg hormones.. in fairness ha, mas maka.nosebleed xa compared to the BPI-DOST awarded studies..

we are proud of you, DUSCIANS!^^

first row...so you're a masscom graduate?

Our college didn't have this luxury kay when we graduated, sa Luce lobby pa japon to...kami ang first row...hehehehe....

I love Luce lobby during graduation...very nice how it is transformed...

By the way, naa mo nice quality na pics sa graduation sa amphi? would like to post it in another site...salamat...

Wow! Good news!

I'm proud of Karen Sobere-Yu, she's a good friend of mine.:)

hahaha nalingaw gyud ko sa inyung mga gpang.post dri guys...:)
actually, im a college rep for next school year, and i'm with CAUSE...hehe

politics is, and will always be politics:lol:


FYI: Science high school has done it again!! for the second time around, students from science high will represent the Philippines to the international science fair in Reno, Nevada this May. they recently placed Second at the National Intel Science Fair competition in Subic, giving rise to this coveted chance to rep the RP again. this has been the second time for RTPM-DSHS students to represent RP in the yearly int'l Science Fair. 7 years ago, Karen Soberre Yu rep'd the Philippines in the US for her study "BioPlast," something about making biodegradable plastic...

this is so cool, dili jud basta basta ang mga estudyante sa Dumaguete..whew!

maka.nosebleed kaayo ang ilang study karon.. about arresting the growth of cancer cells, from red algae extracts ata, and sea urchin egg hormones.. in fairness ha, mas maka.nosebleed xa compared to the BPI-DOST awarded studies..

we are proud of you, DUSCIANS!^^

first row...so you're a masscom graduate?

Yup...masscom ko...hehehe...dili mi kapabuyag kay kita kaayo mi sa mga VIPs nga naa sa stage...heheheh....

Thing is, kami pud first to receive our diploma and award so medyo mabored napud ka hulat for everyone else to finish...hehehehe...nice ang message ni Lance Gokongwei when I graduated but loved Butch Jimenez's speech last 2006...and both of these guys are top executives of the companies the company I'm working for are competing with...hehehe

Dumaguete tops dengue cases in Negros Oriental
March 23, 2009
By EDMUND B. SESTOSO

The city after hugging headlines and meriting a polled editorial on the spate of unsolved killings topping other parts of the province, adding to the list is also being number one when it comes to dengue cases.

This was bared by the local office of the Department of Health in an interview with the members of the media.

In an interview, Dr. Socrates Villamor said that for the period from January to the first week of March this year, Dumaguete City got 81 cases followed by Tanjay with 32 cases, Sibulan 16 cases, Bais City and San Jose with 10 cases each.

Generally, according to the DOH head, there is a 12.6 percent decline compared to the same period last year but Dumaguete remains on the top list.

The DOH official said that they continue to monitor also cases even though it is now considered as “hot days” because there are still remaining incidents that is still reported by medical workers at the government owned Negros Oriental Provincial Hospital.

Meanwhile, health agency is also closely monitoring a suspected meningococcemia case after it had monitored one.

“This is still suspected because we have yet to wait the results of the examination conducted by health officials” he said.

He added that had considered it as one of the cases because of some rashes on the skin and the patient is having a mild fever.

The doctor identified the patient as a nine year old girl, but whose name and residence is being withheld for some other reasons.

But he said there is no reason to panic as the incident is controllable and if found positive has been detected early.

http://www.negroschronicle.com/?p=3726

During the Baccalaureate, kami man pod ang dili maka-binuang coz kami ang naa sa front portion sa SU Church, baliktad yata sa Commencement Exercise. I dunno the reason behind it.

Yup...masscom ko...hehehe...dili mi kapabuyag kay kita kaayo mi sa mga VIPs nga naa sa stage...heheheh....

Thing is, kami pud first to receive our diploma and award so medyo mabored napud ka hulat for everyone else to finish...hehehehe...nice ang message ni Lance Gokongwei when I graduated but loved Butch Jimenez's speech last 2006...and both of these guys are top executives of the companies the company I'm working for are competing with...hehehe

GRADUATION DINNER AT SHAKEYS

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SPIRIT OF GRADUATION
SPENT WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS

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uy! is this you peejay?

SPIRIT OF GRADUATION
SPENT WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS

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^^ ako nang cute nga bata diha sa pic.. hehe.. :D

Well, okey na.:) Mababait ang mga mods natin. Congrats pala sa Negros Oriental for having this thread.

Thanks...

the fact that Negros Oriental is one of the best places to live on earth suggests that we are essentially living in paradise diay...Right?

^^ Oh yeahhhh... :)

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^^ Peej, how are u related to Jesse Bangaysiso?..

^^ Boardmates me sa Papaya hall..

On tonight's local news, McDonald's finally had an official media release that they are opening their second branch here in the city by December 2009.. And it will be in...(drum roll please...) Robinsons. Hehe. Not surprised.. At least, it's now official..:)

^^ Boardmates me sa Papaya hall..

Ah.. Papaya Hall? never heard of that.. sounds really cute.. hehe. is it within the campus?

^^ actually it's not under SOAD.. It's a private bhauz just along laguna Silliman fronting Narra and Ipil cottages..

^^ All good restos in the city that night were practically full! Good thing my friend was able to have a reservation at Mamia's.. Good food! They served most of their menus buffet style. Although, that night, i was craving for pizza. Wa man gud lamang ka nanginvite sa SSC Dumaguete, Peej. Hehehe.. Kidding... What a happy family u have there.. Congrats again!

^^ Oh yeah. I can recall. Ive been there..

5-STAR GOURMET DINING AT
ATLANTIS' TOKO BAR & RESTAURANT
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Toko's is quoted by world reknowned LONELY PLANET travel guide book as "world class cuisine". Enjoy relaxed dining with superb menu choices freshly prepared by our team of dedicated local & international chefs.

http://img223.imageshack.us/img223/4139/facilitypictokobigzo4.jpg

Toko’s Bar and Restaurant is right on the beach and will provide you with a unique dining experience. Using fresh local products and flavors but made to an international standard, we have moved away from monotonous a la carte menus.

http://www.atlantishotel.com/toko/images/photo_index.jpg

Daily changing blackboard lunch and dinner menus, theme nights with buffets, as well as a lunchtime Mongolian Wok. Yummy! Or just sit down at Toko’s spacious bar for a cappuccino or a cocktail between meals.

http://www.atlantishotel.com/toko/images/photo_index_01.jpg

^^ Boardmates pod me nila julz, LA Co, Japhet.. Taga asa gali ka Nick? Homegrown Dumagueteno jud ka?

^^ Yeah. i know those guys thats why i was able to drop by in your place.. Im actually not born here in Dumaguete but i have been living here most of my life...:) And, uh, btw, nicko is not actually my real name..

5-STAR GOURMET DINING AT
ATLANTIS' TOKO BAR & RESTAURANT
http://www.atlantishotel.com/toko/images/atlan_header_toko.jpg

Toko's is quoted by world reknowned LONELY PLANET travel guide book as "world class cuisine". Enjoy relaxed dining with superb menu choices freshly prepared by our team of dedicated local & international chefs.

http://img223.imageshack.us/img223/4139/facilitypictokobigzo4.jpg

Toko’s Bar and Restaurant is right on the beach and will provide you with a unique dining experience. Using fresh local products and flavors but made to an international standard, we have moved away from monotonous a la carte menus.

http://www.atlantishotel.com/toko/images/photo_index.jpg

Daily changing blackboard lunch and dinner menus, theme nights with buffets, as well as a lunchtime Mongolian Wok. Yummy! Or just sit down at Toko’s spacious bar for a cappuccino or a cocktail between meals.

http://www.atlantishotel.com/toko/images/photo_index_01.jpg

^^ Yeah. i know those guys thats why i was able to drop by in your place.. Im actually not born here in Dumaguete but i have been living here most of my life...:) And, uh, btw, nicko is not actually my real name..

Ah.. sabi ko na nga ba.. The only nicko I knew from your batch is nicko dela cruz (by the way, we're not relatives.. hehe).. Would you mind if you reveal your true identity? haha!!:lol:

Oh. so you are also a dela cruz? now im not surprised.. smart clan!.. hehe.. Im Dean Ablong..:)

^^ Oi.. Daghang dela cruz sa kalibotan.. hehe..

Ahh so your Dean Ablong?? How are you related with sir Ablong? Katong director sa SBE?

^^ Ah, grabe, complete name man jud. You just stripped-off my identity to the nth level!.. Wew!.. It's me.. Sir Ablong of SBE is my uncle...

haha!! Balosa nalang ko nick.. For sure you also know my complete name.. haha!! :lol: Peace!!!

Hahaha.. Wokey... Anyway, it's good to finally know you, colleague..;)

Papaya Hall? Karon pa sad ko kadungog ana, hehehe.

^^ Boardmates me sa Papaya hall..

Nicko, how are you related to Joshua Ablong and Prof. Ablong of the Physics Dept?

^^ Ah, grabe, complete name man jud. You just stripped-off my identity to the nth level!.. Wew!.. It's me.. Sir Ablong of SBE is my uncle...

Oh. so you are also a dela cruz? now im not surprised.. smart clan!.. hehe.. Im Dean Ablong..:)

Oh...so ikaw to amo giadto ni Joshua last 2005 or 2006 ata nga elections...

hehehe...

Nicko, how are you related to Joshua Ablong and Prof. Ablong of the Physics Dept?

Joshua Ablong is my first cousin. His father, was the one from Physics Dept but is now serving the School of Basic Educ.....

Oh...so ikaw to amo giadto ni Joshua last 2005 or 2006 ata nga elections...

hehehe...

Aw, ana gyud dgway.. Ka gubot ato oi..:nuts:

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Annual ranking recognizes SPi's leadership as a Top 10 Best BPO Performer

Washington DC, March 17, 2009. SPi, a leading global provider of business process outsourcing solutions announced today that it has been recognized in the Global Services 100 Survey. SPi's rankings include a Top 10 rating in the Best Performing BPO Providers category and the number 2 position in the Leaders, Emerging Asian Markets category.

The Global Services 100 is a ranking of the world's top 100 innovative service providers across various BPO and IT sectors by Global Services and neoIT. In developing the ranking, third party and participant-provided data were collected and evaluated. Service providers are ranked across four major categories - operational excellence, human capital, service offerings, and client relationships.

Commenting on the latest rankings, Peter Maquera, President and CEO, SPi, stated, "This is the fifth year in a row that we have been awarded top rankings in the Global Services 100 Survey. We are delighted to have once again been recognized as a top-tier BPO provider. This ranking reflects the value we deliver to our clients through our continued investments in our people, processes and technology."

"We are also honored to have moved up the ranks to the number 2 spot in the Leaders, Emerging Asian Markets category. Our Asian operations span the Philippines, India and Vietnam and enable us to offer high quality, cost-effective services to our clients across the globe. As our clients' needs expand and we enter new markets, we will explore the possibility of setting up facilities in other Asian countries."

Full story (http://www.spi-bpo.com/web/spi/press_release_detail.jsp?fldr_id=236&sideBoxFldrID=0&service=_Show_All&contentId=2130).

>I was told SPi is currently undergoing relocation of its Vietnam operation to the Philippines, specifically to Dumaguete. The Delivery Center here would be one of the centers that the company is developing to be one of its major sites, possibly even its Philippine headquarters, because of lower operating cost and proximity to other urban areas.

5-STAR GOURMET DINING AT
ATLANTIS' TOKO BAR & RESTAURANT
http://www.atlantishotel.com/toko/images/atlan_header_toko.jpg

Toko's is quoted by world reknowned LONELY PLANET travel guide book as "world class cuisine". Enjoy relaxed dining with superb menu choices freshly prepared by our team of dedicated local & international chefs.

http://img223.imageshack.us/img223/4139/facilitypictokobigzo4.jpg

Toko’s Bar and Restaurant is right on the beach and will provide you with a unique dining experience. Using fresh local products and flavors but made to an international standard, we have moved away from monotonous a la carte menus.

http://www.atlantishotel.com/toko/images/photo_index.jpg

Daily changing blackboard lunch and dinner menus, theme nights with buffets, as well as a lunchtime Mongolian Wok. Yummy! Or just sit down at Toko’s spacious bar for a cappuccino or a cocktail between meals.

http://www.atlantishotel.com/toko/images/photo_index_01.jpg

Nice...

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Congrats peejay202!

My wish is for SUCN 2009 to regain the glory of 100% passing and No. 1 spot in the board exam, and the No. 1 board passer (topnotcher) :).

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Do you think this could come near the beauty of The Terrace of Ayala Cebu?

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Nick, i already edited my last post.. hehe.. Sorry for commiting a breach of confidentiality..haha!!! :lol:

Cute.

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I see. Joshua's a friend of mine. We met during an SUSG election campaign. We used their "cottage" as SURE's headquarters. I think their cottage was demolished to give way to the new CBA bldg.

Joshua Ablong is my first cousin. His father, was the one from Physics Dept but is now serving the School of Basic Educ.....



Aw, ana gyud dgway.. Ka gubot ato oi..:nuts:

I see. Joshua's a friend of mine. We met during an SUSG election campaign. We used their "cottage" as SURE's headquarters. I think their cottage was demolished to give way to the new CBA bldg.

Grabe, so duay njud diay kaayo coz wala paman ang new CBA building that time. If that's the case, then Joshua was still in HS then, right?.. Hmm.. Joshua is really a true-blooded SURE.

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Do you think this could come near the beauty of The Terrace of Ayala Cebu?

Wow. Where did you get this detailed blueprint of Robs Dumaguete? Do you have more in other parts of the mall? It really does have a resemblance of Ayalas Cebu's The Terraces, although a lot smaller. It will also have an outdoor escalator and i believe it connects directly to the Movieworld. Looks like it'll have a lot of stalls, which means lots of restaurants! I hope it will also have an entertainment area for outdoor concerts.... :banana:

And btw, i passed by the site and the grand ala-MOA atrium is now forming and looks way much taller than the rest of the building.... :banana:

Nick, i already edited my last post.. hehe.. Sorry for commiting a breach of confidentiality..haha!!! :lol:

Peej! haha.. your really ddnt have to.. It's no biggie, actually kay i already revealed my true identity sa Samahan Thread before pa jud... :)

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Annual ranking recognizes SPi's leadership as a Top 10 Best BPO Performer

Washington DC, March 17, 2009. SPi, a leading global provider of business process outsourcing solutions announced today that it has been recognized in the Global Services 100 Survey. SPi's rankings include a Top 10 rating in the Best Performing BPO Providers category and the number 2 position in the Leaders, Emerging Asian Markets category.

The Global Services 100 is a ranking of the world's top 100 innovative service providers across various BPO and IT sectors by Global Services and neoIT. In developing the ranking, third party and participant-provided data were collected and evaluated. Service providers are ranked across four major categories - operational excellence, human capital, service offerings, and client relationships.

Commenting on the latest rankings, Peter Maquera, President and CEO, SPi, stated, "This is the fifth year in a row that we have been awarded top rankings in the Global Services 100 Survey. We are delighted to have once again been recognized as a top-tier BPO provider. This ranking reflects the value we deliver to our clients through our continued investments in our people, processes and technology."

"We are also honored to have moved up the ranks to the number 2 spot in the Leaders, Emerging Asian Markets category. Our Asian operations span the Philippines, India and Vietnam and enable us to offer high quality, cost-effective services to our clients across the globe. As our clients' needs expand and we enter new markets, we will explore the possibility of setting up facilities in other Asian countries."

Full story (http://www.spi-bpo.com/web/spi/press_release_detail.jsp?fldr_id=236&sideBoxFldrID=0&service=_Show_All&contentId=2130).

>I was told SPi is currently undergoing relocation of its Vietnam operation to the Philippines, specifically to Dumaguete. The Delivery Center here would be one of the centers that the company is developing to be one of its major sites, possibly even its Philippine headquarters, because of lower operating cost and proximity to other urban areas.

So does this mean SPi will soon have two operations here in the province? One in Bacong and soon here in the city? That would be really nice! Now that Teletech's 4-year contract with the city has ended, there will now be a rush of BPO investors to come, especially big companies....... Really looking forward!!

that was year 2000. Joshua was running for high school rep then.

Grabe, so duay njud diay kaayo coz wala paman ang new CBA building that time. If that's the case, then Joshua was still in HS then, right?.. Hmm.. Joshua is really a true-blooded SURE.

^^ Yeah. Really nice. But i guess their food is the most expensive around the province... The European head chef of Atlantis' Toko's Bar and Resto is now serving full-time in Casablanca......

Siyempre, that's a world-class resort. :) Antulang too!

^^ Yeah. Really nice. But i guess their food is the most expensive around the province... The European head chef of Atlantis' Toko's Bar and Resto is now serving full-time in Casablanca......

I'm not sure if this is the 2009 graduation. I found this in our school's website.

http://www.su.edu.ph/slides/FINAL2.jpg

^^ I think that's last year's grad, jsl_bxu1206 since the candidates are seated on the amphi benches. This year, the candidates are seated on stage while the parents/guests are on the amphi benches...

Dean Ablong is voting EARTH tomorrow night! Let's turn off our lights and appliances from 8:30-9:30PM. LET'S VOTE for EARTH - Your LIGHT SWITCH is YOUR VOTE! Let's take action on GLOBAL WARMING and WE can start here! Be part of EARTH HOUR - help spread the word - tell your friends - make it your facebook status - MAKE A DIFFERENCE! -- NOW, WHO'S WITH ME?.. www.earthhour.org

DARK BLUE SOUTHERN SEAS 2009.
SILLIMAN UNIVERSITY's annual publication of collections of literary works, arts, and photography of:

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César Ruìz Aquino
Kris Dave Austero
Jan Paulo Bastareche
Lawrence Bernabe
Eliora Elysse Bernedo
F. Jordan Carnice
Ian Rosales Casocot
Darwin Chiong
Phillippe Credo
Carlomar Arcagel Daoana
Michelle Eve de Guzman
Marguerite Alcarazen de Leon
Rodrigo dela Peña
Jean Claire Dy
Mariekhan S. Edding
RV Escatron
Marvin Flores
Ralph Semino Galan
Deil Jossaine Galenzoga
Gilbert Agustin Ganir
Carlos Arsenio Teves Garcia
Christine Godinez-Ortega
Cristine Pantoja Hidalgo
Luis Joaquin Katigbak
Marie La Viña
Susan S. Lara
Gabriela Lee
Francis C. Macansantos
Katherine Macaroy
Robert Jed Malayang
Timothy R. Montes
E. P. Ortega
Ned Parfan
Myrna Peña-Reyes
Michael Regalado
Danton Remoto
Celeste June Rivera
Raszceljan Luiz Salvarita
Zakiyah Sidri
Sonia SyGaco
Ramon Yasunari Taguchi
Anthony Tan
Yvette Tan
Marianne Tapales
Mia Tijam
Rowena Tiempo Torrevillas
Janet Villa
Miguel Ybañez
Ernesto Superal Yee
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Dark Blue Southern Seas 2009, which is dedicated to Dr. Edith Lopez Tiempo, is edited by F. Jordan Carnice, with Ian Rosales Casocot as adviser and layout artist. It has a Foreword by Rowena Tiempo Torrevillas.

COMING SOON

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You could not imagine my surprise when I traipsed over to Lee Super Plaza today just to buy diapers when I noticed a brand new display on the side of where the frozen goods were located. Haagen-Dazs!! I hurried to the diaper section, plucked out what I wanted to buy, and went straight to the display case that boasted of its yummy goods. *yummy* Hah! I wanted to buy one on the spot!

What is Haagen-Dazs? Well, Haagen-Dasz is a popular brand of ice cream from the United States. It was founded by a Polish immigrants right around 1961. Although many mistake Haagen-Dazs as ice cream founded in a country other than America, the company actually opened its first store in Brooklyn, New York. How American could that get? It’s initial flavors include: chocolate, coffee, and vanilla, and to date, the company produces ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, and ice cream bars.

I think I first tasted Haagen-Dazs when I was much younger, but I cannot remember exactly how it managed to reach Dumaguete. Now I could be wrong, but I do not think I have seen Haagen-Dazs being sold in Dumaguete prior to today. I am a certified ice cream lover and I must say that I have wished for this brand of ice cream to come over our end.

The timing of Haagen-Dazs first appearance in Dumaguete could not be any better. With the blistering heat and the temperature simply unbearable, surely people would be really find a reason to taste Haagen-Dazs, especially if they have not yet tried it.

However, I must express my dismay regarding the prices. I honestly would have bought one right away when I saw it, but it took a lot of courage for me to step away from the display case. The prices are as follows: Php. 185.00 (small cup), Php. 501.00 (500ml tub), Php. 268.00 (or somewhere thereabouts for ice cream bars).

Good thing I checked the prices first or I would have made a huge error! There is no way I am going to pay for THAT much for ice cream! Well, maybe later when I have extra cash to burn. I mean, geez! for the tub of ice cream I gather I could purchase two half gallons of ice cream from Selecta, or perhaps 44 pieces of ice cream sticks (whatever they are called) from Selecta still.

My heart still aches. I want Haagen-Dazs.

Somebody buy me even the small one? Teehee…

Full blog (http://www.pencilpushin.com/2009/03/12/haagen-dazs-makes-an-appearance-in-dumaguete/).

Wow. Where did you get this detailed blueprint of Robs Dumaguete? Do you have more in other parts of the mall? It really does have a resemblance of Ayalas Cebu's The Terraces, although a lot smaller. It will also have an outdoor escalator and i believe it connects directly to the Movieworld. Looks like it'll have a lot of stalls, which means lots of restaurants! I hope it will also have an entertainment area for outdoor concerts.... :banana:

And btw, i passed by the site and the grand ala-MOA atrium is now forming and looks way much taller than the rest of the building.... :banana:

I guess the rest of the building will soon be leveled with the atrium. Yeah, Robinsons is growing up fast. I can't wait to see its completion!

Hahaha.. Wokey... Anyway, it's good to finally know you, colleague..;)

I'd love to go to Dumaguete.... D'ya hav any idea about call centers in Dgte? The pay, the benefits, and the likes...

^^ Yeah. Really nice. But i guess their food is the most expensive around the province... The European head chef of Atlantis' Toko's Bar and Resto is now serving full-time in Casablanca......

Yeah, I know that Austrian guy.

^^ I don't work in any of the callcenters here but most BPO companies here are of big names.. Teletech, Student Universe, SPi Technologies....

Teletech, as far as i know, pays the under-training group up to 9K and when you become an employee, it's going to be a different story already. Benefits i know include transpo and meal allowances, sack of rice, etc.. Those who are in the higher position can get as high as 25k..

Student Universe starting pay is about 15k.. It can get higher..

SPi Tech can gives employees as high as 15k, too.. Some get lower depending on the position.

I guess the rest of the building will soon be leveled with the atrium. Yeah, Robinsons is growing up fast. I can't wait to see its completion!

are you back in the city, ritch?

Woo... Häagen Dazs is already in LP Dumaguete! I hope it's also available in LP Dipolog. I'll try to ask about it. Thanks 4 d info ritchie. :-)

Going beyond Dumaguete
by Lito Cinco
Manila Standard Today - ‎Mar 25, 2009‎

Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental is known as The City of Gentle People and with good reason.

I have made several trips to this city and it does live up to its reputation. The locals are indeed friendly and very helpful to visitors. Many foreigners who have only come to visit ended up living here.

Dumaguete is known as the educational center of the Visayas with institutions Silliman University, St. Paul University, Foundation University, and the Negros Oriental State University at the forefront.

Silliman U, founded in 1901, is the oldest American Protestant school in Asia and the first university outside of Manila, St. Paul was the very first St. Paul school in the country and was founded by the sisters of St. Paul de Chartres in 1904. Along the city’s famous Rizal Boulevard by the sea, there is a monument depicting the arrival in Dumaguete of the sisters of St. Paul, but then you don’t really go to a place just to see old schools.

One of the very popular landmarks in the city is Rizal Boulevard, which is considered the city’s show window. This is a 780-meter-long walkway along the bay which ends near Silliman. An al fresco eating area features the local version of tempuras while across the street are hotels, bars, and restaurants. But do not expect to eat native delicacies like puto maya and budbod kabog there as the best place to do so is the food area of the city market or small coffee shops around town.

For many, Dumaguete is the gateway to some of the province’s other attractions, such as Siquijor and Apo Islands, a protected marine sanctuary.

By land, one also has a lot of choices and this writer was supposed to go to Bais, take a boat for whale and dolphin watching along Tanon Strait, which separates Negros from Cebu, only to find out it was the wrong season for that.

An hour and a half away will bring you to Manjuyod, where the now-it’s- there-now-it’s-not pure white sand island is located in the middle of Bais Bay. Swim, snorkel and scuba dive there, just make sure you still have an island to go back to as the sandbar sometimes disappears during high tide.

For people who prefer mountains and lakes, it is best to go to the twin lakes of Balinsasayao and Danao in San Jose, and commune with nature. Balanan Lake in Siaton, which is just over an hour away, is another place to go to for a quiet place to relax while the more daring can try spelunking in Mabinay, around 87 kilometers away from Dumaguete.

But one has to make a choice among all these places and for this writer, that was Valencia, located up in the Talinis Mountain area but just next to Dumaguete. Easy to reach, the place is high enough that the weather is cool. For an overnight stay, the best place is Forest Camp, a mountain resort offering very good lodging places and natural pools as the place makes use of a natural stream as the source of water for the pools.

The owner of the resort, Teng Florante, fell in love with the place and decided to build this mountain resort and has slowly been adding more and more features. From Forest Camp, one can make arrangements to see Casaroro Falls, a 90-foot high waterfalls in Barangay Apolong and actually the third of a series of waterfalls in Banica River, which in turn snakes though the Cuernos de Negros ranges.

This writer, accompanied by guides from the tourism and investment office of Valencia, went down a 335-step man-made staircase to Casaroro Falls, named after a man called Roro, who lived in the area a long time ago and used to bring friends from the city to this natural attraction. Casaroro can actually be translated to Roro’s place.

The trek to the falls was worth it as the sights and the accompanying sound of the cascading waters while in the midst of nature is certainly a relaxing experience, never mind that once done with viewing the falls, you need to go up the 335 steps to reach the starting point for the trek.

There is also a war museum that houses thousands and thousands of World War II memorabilia including weapons like Japanese rifles and machine guns, mortars and defuses man-sized 1000-pound bombs. If owner-collector Felix Cataal is there, he can tell you some interesting stories about the collection.

You may run out of time while in Dumaguete but you will not run out of places to visit, and I will surely be back one of these days.

http://news.google.com.ph/news?um=1&ned=en_ph&hl=en&q=dumaguete

'Special trips' for trash collection in Dumaguete
March 25, 2009, 5:13pm

Dumaguete City (PNA) — The General Services Office in Dumaguete City said it has organized a "special trip" for barangays that are unable to collect biodegradables due to a lack of dumps.

The assurance was made by GSO chief Paul Honculada during the regular session of the city council Tuesday (March 24) following the complaints raised by city taxpayers about uncollected garbage in some streets in Dumaguete.

He said the situation is temporary in order to give time to the barangays to produce their material recovery facilities and composting areas as provided under the integrated solid waste management law.

Environment and Natural Resources Officer Rolly Clamonte, meanwhile, refuses to bend backward, saying they have to move forward and implement provisions of the law, meaning only residual wastes shall be collected and brought to the garbage dump in Candau-ay.

In fact, he said, since March 1 this year, it has seen great improvements in garbage collection in the city.

This is contrary to observations of taxpayers that uncollected garbage are found in some streets.

More than 8,500 athletes and officials from the Visayas are in Dumaguete for the national sports games.

March is also graduation month when parents of graduates from the Visayas and Mindanao will be in Dumaguete.

http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/200213/special-trips-trash-collection-dumaguete

DTI lines up free skills trainings in Dumaguete
By Rachelle M. Nessia

Dumaguete City (26 March) -- The unemployed or those simply seeking an alternative source of income in these times of economic slump will benefit from the series of free skills trainings lined up by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) here.

Local DTI Senior Trade and Industry Development Specialist Maribel Sumanoy disclosed that DTI is slated to conduct a series of skills trainings every first, second and third Tuesdays of every month until June 2009.

"These trainings are for free and open to all who are interested in learning a new skill that they can turn into a livelihood," said Sumanoy.

DTI's move to hold free skills trainings came in the heels of the successful Comprehensive Livelihood and Emergency Employment Program (CLEEP) caravan held March 17 at Bethel Guesthouse.

More than a hundred people turned out for the caravan, most of whom were self-employed, fresh graduates and families of OFWs.

"From that activity we discovered that there are still many in Negros Oriental who are seeking other avenues to acquire new skills and options so they can have an alternative source of income," stressed Sumanoy.

With this, Sumanoy is encouraging families of OFWs, or even displaced OFWs who had to head back to Negros Oriental, unemployed and fresh graduates to attend the free skills trainings. "Even those who are already employed like government employees and who would like an alternative source of income are welcome to attend," said Sumanoy. (PIA)

http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=12&r=&y=&mo=&fi=p090326.htm&no=A5

Dumaguete confab on policy budget, legislative held
by Rachelle M. Nessia

Dumaguete City (26 March) -- The Social Policy and Local Development component of the Sixth Country Program of Children (CPC-6) held a one-day seminar on policy budget and legislative for the ten disparity barangays identified under CPC-6 in the province.

Provincial Planning and Development Officer Joy Gongob, during the seminar, discussed the process on budgeting and planning before the participants composed of planning officers, barangay captains, CPC-6 municipal coordinators, council chairpersons of the women and children's committees, etc.

The seminar stressed the importance on crafting plans and proper budgeting for government programs and its effective implementation in the barangays.

It also tackled the various problems encountered in the approval and implementation of projects at the barangay level.

The participants likewise shared their insights and views so they can come up with effective programs in relation to CPC-6 for implementation at their respective areas.

A separate training-seminar is also being eyed to specifically tackle budgeting procedures and issues. (PIA)

http://www.pia.gov.ph/?m=12&r=&y=&mo=&fi=p090326.htm&no=A7

are you back in the city, ritch?

Just passing by. Hopefully I can stay long next week :).

EARTH HOUR TONIGHT @ 8:30. SWITCH OFF EVERYTHING FOR AN HOUR. OUR CONTRIBUTION FOR A GREENER EARTH.

I'd love to go to Dumaguete.... D'ya hav any idea about call centers in Dgte? The pay, the benefits, and the likes...

There are several callcenter companies in the city, and a couple or three companies are expected to come soon. Hopefully the influx of BPO companies will raise the salaries and the service standards of agents here.

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You could not imagine my surprise when I traipsed over to Lee Super Plaza today just to buy diapers when I noticed a brand new display on the side of where the frozen goods were located. Haagen-Dazs!! I hurried to the diaper section, plucked out what I wanted to buy, and went straight to the display case that boasted of its yummy goods. *yummy* Hah! I wanted to buy one on the spot!

What is Haagen-Dazs? Well, Haagen-Dasz is a popular brand of ice cream from the United States. It was founded by a Polish immigrants right around 1961. Although many mistake Haagen-Dazs as ice cream founded in a country other than America, the company actually opened its first store in Brooklyn, New York. How American could that get? It’s initial flavors include: chocolate, coffee, and vanilla, and to date, the company produces ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, and ice cream bars.

I think I first tasted Haagen-Dazs when I was much younger, but I cannot remember exactly how it managed to reach Dumaguete. Now I could be wrong, but I do not think I have seen Haagen-Dazs being sold in Dumaguete prior to today. I am a certified ice cream lover and I must say that I have wished for this brand of ice cream to come over our end.

The timing of Haagen-Dazs first appearance in Dumaguete could not be any better. With the blistering heat and the temperature simply unbearable, surely people would be really find a reason to taste Haagen-Dazs, especially if they have not yet tried it.

However, I must express my dismay regarding the prices. I honestly would have bought one right away when I saw it, but it took a lot of courage for me to step away from the display case. The prices are as follows: Php. 185.00 (small cup), Php. 501.00 (500ml tub), Php. 268.00 (or somewhere thereabouts for ice cream bars).

Good thing I checked the prices first or I would have made a huge error! There is no way I am going to pay for THAT much for ice cream! Well, maybe later when I have extra cash to burn. I mean, geez! for the tub of ice cream I gather I could purchase two half gallons of ice cream from Selecta, or perhaps 44 pieces of ice cream sticks (whatever they are called) from Selecta still.

My heart still aches. I want Haagen-Dazs.

Somebody buy me even the small one? Teehee…

Full blog (http://www.pencilpushin.com/2009/03/12/haagen-dazs-makes-an-appearance-in-dumaguete/).

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The Vintage Inn might well be the best value in Dumaguete for budget travelers. They’re located across the street from the public market where the multi-cabs wait to take passengers to the pier.

The room at left is a family room for 6 persons and has a base rate of 1,232 pesos per night. Always ask for discounts anywhere you go in the Philippines. Sometimes they are given for multiple night stays, seniors, or they might have a promo special going on. It doesn’t hurt to ask.

Full blog (http://www.dutchpickle.com/philippines/negros/vintage-inn-dumaguete.html).

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That's just incredibly high prices.In the U.S. and U.K, the 500ml tub would cost LESS than 300 pesos...

Wow....but I guess what we are paying for is the transportation costs, as HD is not manufactured in the Phlippines, like Nestles or Coke. Can you imagine Coke costing 200pesos per 2l bottle? It could, if it was imported...

Anyway, it's too bad...

That's somewhere in the Mediterranean!^^ hehehe:lol: nice.

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That's somewhere in the Mediterranean!^^ hehehe:lol: nice.

Complete with these people:):
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^^ Wooohoo! Payag sa Likod! One of the bohemian places in the city! I miss hanging-out there and get boozed! A beach-themed resto bar with white sands and beach torches in the middle of the city!

^^ True..... Went to haagen-dazs yesterday to check if i could afford even those ice cream on sticks but damn, i just cant.. that is, for now! watch out HD! im gna buy the whole fridge soon...... soon... soon.. hahaha.

^^ I love hotel palwa! very summer-ish look inside-out!

Hotel Nicanor will open next month!!! in fairness, it really looks nice and modern.. i hope the interiors will also give justice to the exterior design. i think it's going to be one of the tallest hotels in the city.... plenty of hotels just keep popping up around the city!

EARTH HOUR TONIGHT @ 8:30. SWITCH OFF EVERYTHING FOR AN HOUR. OUR CONTRIBUTION FOR A GREENER EARTH.

I switched off everything here at home except for my TV.. Hehe.. Here's half-lighted McDo during Earth Hour. Dumaguete city joined in the campaign for raising awareness on global warming. The whole stretch of Silliman University Campus, Perdices Street and Quezon Park were in utter pitch black.

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^^ Gipalong pod nako suga sa NOPH in observance of Earth Hour :lol:

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Re SM: Last night, my dad told me that last week, the guys from SM personally visited him in his office. First, the bad news: SM is not pushing through with their lot in Mangnao area. So, we can't expect them to release any official press release about their soon-to-be mall in that place anymore. Why? (Now, the good part) because they think that the area just is too small for them!! That's why they consulted my dad and asked any information and help because they want a 20 hectare land! Now, how's that, huh?...:banana: My dad, fortunately, knows many areas for them. He gave many but SM eyed on the one in Junob owned by the Martinez clan since it's 20 hectares and it's near Robinsons, their main mall competitor here in the city... Although, they are also checking on other areas, too. So the location can change. So, therefore, SM does really want to invest here in the city and it's going to be a BIG-time investment! 20 hectares is pretty huge for a mall. Maybe they are also going to put a business park or something.:banana:

Re ROBINSONS: For another good news..:) My dad shared the SM story with his colleagues during a party we attended last night and I was fortunate enough to sit with them and one of them is going to have a stall in Robinsons. He said that there are currently 5 contractors simultaneously working on the mall. One is producing about 200,000 hollow blocks. Robs is going to open within 6 months. If it's going to be impossible for the whole mall to open, then the supermarket will open first.

Hoist, basin gi-apil nimo pati mga equipment nga naka-attach sa patients ha? hehehe.:lol:

^^ Gipalong pod nako suga sa NOPH in observance of Earth Hour :lol:

600 vice mayors to attend congress on environment
BY JUANCHO GALLARDE
Monday, March 30, 2009

More than 600 vice mayors from Regions 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 will attend an island-wide congress on the theme “Addressing Global Warming through Local Legislation,” that will tackle environmental issues, in Dumaguete City, May 7-9.

Mabinay Vice Mayor Janggo Uy, who heads the Vice Mayors’ League of Negros Oriental, said the congress will emphasize the protection and preservation of the environment with guests from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, and some presidentiables.

Uy said the presiding officers from the five participant regions want to know the stand of the DENR and presidential aspirants regarding environmental issues.

The congress also expects to promote the tourism potentials of Negros Oriental, and will include tree-planting, tour of several attractions such as the caves of Mabinay and the white sand beaches, and other activities.*JG

http://www.visayandailystar.com/2009/March/30/negor2.htm

Schools join Earth Hour observance
BY RENE GENOVE
Monday, March 30, 2009

Six schools in Dumaguete City joined the call for action on global warming by switching their lights off for an hour, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, to campaign against greenhouse effect and the need to address other environment concerns.

Before switching off the lights, the group gathered at the Quezon Park to participate in the event called “Pagpakabana! A Pre-EarthHour 2009 Activity.”

Organizers lectured on climate change, solid waste management, and presented a documentation of the Dumaguete flooding last month.

The six schools who committed to put off power in their campuses for an hour were the Asian College of Science and Technology, Colegio de Santa Catalina deAlexandria, Foundation University, Negros Oriental State University, St. Paul University and Silliman University.

Organizer said political will has to be established in executing programs related to solid waste management, segregation, energy and water resource conservation, and adoption of environment-friendly alternatives to plastics.

Meanwhile, the local Department of Environment and Natural Resources, local government units including households, also joined the Earth Hour.

DENR officer-in-charge Charlie Fabre said employees of the Southern Negros Geothermal Production Field in Palinpinon, Negros Oriental also responded to the global call.

SNGPF is one of the five geothermal project sites of Energy Development Corporation that has actively campaigned and promoted the Earth Hour event among its employees, host communities, local government units, local media and other stakeholders.*RG

http://www.visayandailystar.com/2009/March/30/negor4.htm

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The Japanese Art of Dining

The Sushi Bar of Casablanca is one of the authentic Sushi Bars in Dumaguete. All staff has been trained and supervised by a Japanese chef.

Wheter you are already a Sushi-Fan or want to try it, the Casablanca Sushi-Bar is the ideal place for this culinary experience in Dumaguete.

The small Casablanca Sushi-Guide

The word "Sushi" refers to vinegared rice, but generally, the term is used to describe a finger-sized piece of raw or cooked fish on a small amount of seasoned rice. This style of Sushi is called Nigiri. Sushi also refers to cut rolls and handrolls. All of these types of Sushi can be eaten as is, or you can dip the fish-side down into Shoyu (Japanese soy sauce) first.

Maki rolls are formed with the help of a bamboo mat and are generally wrapped in Nori.

Nori are dried and pressed layer sheets of seaweed or algae

Sashimi is raw fish served sliced. Whatever is served as Sashimi or in sashimi-style is usually served with Wasabi on the side.

Wasabi is a typical Japanese root similar in taste to horseradish. Use sparingly if you're not used to the "strong bite" this ground-up root has to offer! It's ok to mix a little in with your Shoyu.

Shoyu is the Japanese version of soysauce and made from soybeans, roasted grain, water and salt. Shoyu is widely used in East and Southeast Asian cuisines and with each Sushi and Sashimi dish.

The creations of the Casablanca Suhi Bar are prepared after your order and you can watch the staff preparing it fresh. All dishes can be ordered in the Restaurant or for take out.

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That's just incredibly high prices.In the U.S. and U.K, the 500ml tub would cost LESS than 300 pesos...

Wow....but I guess what we are paying for is the transportation costs, as HD is not manufactured in the Phlippines, like Nestles or Coke. Can you imagine Coke costing 200pesos per 2l bottle? It could, if it was imported...

Anyway, it's too bad...

The answer probably would be to open a duty free shop here:).

Re ROBINSONS: For another good news..:) My dad shared the SM story with his colleagues during a party we attended last night and I was fortunate enough to sit with them and one of them is going to have a stall in Robinsons. He said that there are currently 5 contractors simultaneously working on the mall. One is producing about 200,000 hollow blocks. Robs is going to open within 6 months. If it's going to be impossible for the whole mall to open, then the supermarket will open first.

All indications are that they are going to open by November-December. The precast method that they are using could actually hasten the construction process provided there are no interruptions in the pier area. Better yet, they could use a private pier in the Bacong area and they could be given priority when unloading the precast materials for the mall.

Re SM: Last night, my dad told me that last week, the guys from SM personally visited him in his office. First, the bad news: SM is not pushing through with their lot in Mangnao area. So, we can't expect them to release any official press release about their soon-to-be mall in that place anymore. Why? (Now, the good part) because they think that the area just is too small for them!! That's why they consulted my dad and asked any information and help because they want a 20 hectare land! Now, how's that, huh?...:banana: My dad, fortunately, knows many areas for them. He gave many but SM eyed on the one in Junob owned by the Martinez clan since it's 20 hectares and it's near Robinsons, their main mall competitor here in the city... Although, they are also checking on other areas, too. So the location can change. So, therefore, SM does really want to invest here in the city and it's going to be a BIG-time investment! 20 hectares is pretty huge for a mall. Maybe they are also going to put a business park or something.:banana:


Just as I said before, the Mangnao area is too small if SM is to compete seriously, and getting there would be quite complicated. Now a very reliable person (he is one of the deans of Silliman after all) told me about his lawyer friends arranging the deal for a land near Silliman Heights (at least 10 hectares, and the Martinez Air Estate is near Silliman Heights and it's the only large chunk of land in the area). I guess one of the conditions for the establishment of SM in that area is the completion of the Diversion Road (superhighway) from Bacong to Sibulan, which could be done in about two years provided there is funding and all the landowners affected would give in to the construction of the superhighway.

Good day, Dumaguete!

I went to Dumaguete last March 18, 2009 and I took some photos around the city. It was nice to visit the place for the first time. Hope to get back soon.

Robinson's Place under construction. My host told me that the mall will be open before the end of this year.
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Dumaguete City Airport

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what are the operating airlines and their destinations?

Good day, Dumaguete!

I went to Dumaguete last March 18, 2009 and I took some photos around the city. It was nice to visit the place for the first time. Hope to get back soon.

Robinson's Place under construction. My host told me that the mall will be open before the end of this year.
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Nice update:).

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what are the operating airlines and their destinations?

5J:

MNL - DGT - MNL 2x daily
CEB-DGT-CEB - MWF?

PR

MNL - DGT - MNL 2x daily

pagka-chada sa pic^^

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no more airphil? how about zest air and PAL express? are they planning to fly to and from DGT?

5J:

MNL - DGT - MNL 2x daily
CEB-DGT-CEB - MWF?

PR

MNL - DGT - MNL 2x daily

Tanjay City mulls measure to bring in more investors and employment opportunities (http://positivenewsmedia.net/am2/publish/Cities_And_Towns_23/Tanjay_City_mulls_measure_to_bring_in_more_investors_and_employment_opportunities.shtml)

DUMAGUETE CITY, April 1 (PNA) – The local government of Tanjay City in Negros Oriental is crafting an incentive ordinance to entice more investments and provide for job opportunities to the people.

Vice Mayor Nilo Tam disclosed that one of the areas being looked into is the probability of foregoing certain business permit fees.

He cited the case of Taguig and Malabon where penalties for real estate taxes are waived.

Tam said the city council is in the finishing touches of approving the Tanjay City investment code, which will also complement the incentive program, the bottom line of which is job generation.

According to the vice mayor, one of the biggest concerns in Tanjay City is the swelling of job orders, not to mention the fact that there are fresh graduates seeking employment.

Tam admits there’s a lot of work to do in the remaining months, adding that he is equally frustrated with the present predicament.

He considers the reduction of job orders as the biggest indicator for their accomplishment, which he believes is only above 50 percent.

Meanwhile, Tanjay City marks its 8th charter anniversary on April 1st with fitting activities that will culminate with the “Parangal sa mga Tanjayanons” at the end of May this year.
Vice Mayor Tam is hoping 2nd district Rep. George P. Arnaiz will be able to convince President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to grace the turnover of a newly constructed bridge linking the town proper barangay to San Isidro in Tanjay. (PNA)

Tanjay City mulls measure to bring in more investors and employment opportunities (http://positivenewsmedia.net/am2/publish/Cities_And_Towns_23/Tanjay_City_mulls_measure_to_bring_in_more_investors_and_employment_opportunities.shtml)

DUMAGUETE CITY, April 1 (PNA) – The local government of Tanjay City in Negros Oriental is crafting an incentive ordinance to entice more investments and provide for job opportunities to the people.

Vice Mayor Nilo Tam disclosed that one of the areas being looked into is the probability of foregoing certain business permit fees.

He cited the case of Taguig and Malabon where penalties for real estate taxes are waived.

Tam said the city council is in the finishing touches of approving the Tanjay City investment code, which will also complement the incentive program, the bottom line of which is job generation.

According to the vice mayor, one of the biggest concerns in Tanjay City is the swelling of job orders, not to mention the fact that there are fresh graduates seeking employment.

Tam admits there’s a lot of work to do in the remaining months, adding that he is equally frustrated with the present predicament.

He considers the reduction of job orders as the biggest indicator for their accomplishment, which he believes is only above 50 percent.

Meanwhile, Tanjay City marks its 8th charter anniversary on April 1st with fitting activities that will culminate with the “Parangal sa mga Tanjayanons” at the end of May this year.
Vice Mayor Tam is hoping 2nd district Rep. George P. Arnaiz will be able to convince President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to grace the turnover of a newly constructed bridge linking the town proper barangay to San Isidro in Tanjay. (PNA)

Thanks for the news...Tanjay is indeed growing fast. l am dying to see its new boulevard and entertainment center.

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The ala-MOA circular atrium of Robs in done. Looks really amazing! It can be seen from both ends of the south national highway because it's really tall and huge and it actually dominates the whole structure of Robs...

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SCOOBY's - PORTAL WEST to open this month!

The ala-MOA circular atrium of Robs in done. Looks really amazing! It can be seen from both ends of the south national highway because it's really tall and huge and it actually dominates the whole structure of Robs...

That's great! Can't wait to see it!

^^ It's a must-see! hehehe

^^ even with the high prices of Haagen-Dazs products, it's still gets crowded at times...:)

^^ Yeah. Really nice. But i guess their food is the most expensive around the province... The European head chef of Atlantis' Toko's Bar and Resto is now serving full-time in Casablanca......

sad enough that Atlantis is pretty expensive and the quality goes steep downhill
Fat-G (I mean Guenther) is out of Atlantis (who run through 3 chefs since than) since almost 2 years now and is the alone-owner of Casablanca, who made all the changes w/ the Sushi Bar and the new Deli.... Casablanca Restaurant (http://www.dumaguete-restaurants.com)

anyway, I also look forward to his new place, it will be at the boulevard (not Coco Amigos, that will also close down and will be taken over by a Italian from Cebu)

Hungry now

Rhoody

no more airphil? how about zest air and PAL express? are they planning to fly to and from DGT?

2P operations have been taken over by main brand PR na...so I dont think they will resume flights to Dumaguete pa...2P operations are now limited and some major routes have been taken over by PR...

As for PR Express, I dont think they will mount a CEB-DGT-CEB flight...I for one think that this will not be successful and profitable....

I believe man gud na its not practical to take plane going to Cebu...even with the promo fares offered by 5J, it still costs much...taxi to and from Mactan, terminal fee...that doesnt include pa the delays that can happen especially with 5J's track record for delayed flights....

So, coco amigos will close? effective when? good thing, though, that it will not go down the drain as someone will be taking over..... i hope it'll go much better!

I'm also very excited for Guenther's new restaurant at the boulevard!...:) Looking forward for new international varieties in the city!

Something I made out of boredom.. Sorry for the low quality kay gi-scan lang.. hehe..

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Nice...

^^ yeah, really nice, peej! wow.. i hope i can get it clearer for you, if you don't mind...:) wa sad ko lingaw. cge ko kita nimo lakaw2 around the city. Klaro jud way lingaw...:)

peej, taga tacloban mn ka sa?? i've been there once..nice kau, lami ibalik.. naa thread for tacloban?

i've been to ormoc pud, and i gotta say, food is awesome there!..as in.. i can't get over it pa.. and i guess wlay thread ang ormoc..

visayas sooo rocks!!!

mangaon 'tas
GABBY'S BISTRO!!!!

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Silliman Medical Center Foundation, Inc.

announces the opening of the first

Laser Eye Center

in the island of Negros.


Manned by US-trained doctors, SMC's Laser Eye Center now treats eye problems such as glaucoma, cataract and other retinal eye problems.

Although SMC 's Eye Laser Center doesn't yet perform LASIK, LASEK or PRK operations, these medical processes are being discussed and SMC may soon be performing these high end operations.

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Atriums are very common in most modern malls and Robinson's Malls usually sport it. Some of Rob's prominent atriums would be in Galleria, Bacolod, Iloilo, Nova Market...etc

^^When I said "famous" I was just using pun :).

13 CITIES...................16 MUNICIPALITIES....................ONE PROVINCE...
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PANAAD SA NEGROS 2009

April 18-26, 2009, Panaad Park and Stadium, Bacolod City
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"Dali na sa Negros kag mamyesta, Sa Negros may tubo kag madamu pa!!"

Naunhan ko nimo ritch! I got a camphone shot of Robs just this afternoon... Nevertheless, Im still posting it..:)

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Very nice capture, ritch! Im very excited for Portal West's new stores esp the restaurants to be located on the mall's al fresco skybar to open this summer and next school year.

peej, taga tacloban mn ka sa?? i've been there once..nice kau, lami ibalik.. naa thread for tacloban?

i've been to ormoc pud, and i gotta say, food is awesome there!..as in.. i can't get over it pa.. and i guess wlay thread ang ormoc..

visayas sooo rocks!!!

Yep.. I'm from Tacloban.. You should really visit our place again especially na marami nang developments and restaurants spurting especially along the convention center.. Ormoc is also nice lalo na yung mga resorts and beaches.. And of course, my second home, Dumaguete..

^^ yeah, really nice, peej! wow.. i hope i can get it clearer for you, if you don't mind...:) wa sad ko lingaw. cge ko kita nimo lakaw2 around the city. Klaro jud way lingaw...:)

haha!! :lol: kanus-a diay? Samot mas way lingaw this holy week..

Daghan ako versions ana, first pa na.. Nagpagama gali kog magic cup sa Green wall (grad gift ni kuys Wilholm) with the collage in it.. Wa jud lingaw :nuts:..

Ritch, can u take a shot of Hotel Nicanor? I think it's almost done and it's looking nice.

haha!! :lol: kanus-a diay? Samot mas way lingaw this holy week..

Daghan ako versions ana, first pa na.. Nagpagama gali kog magic cup sa Green wall (grad gift ni kuys Wilholm) with the collage in it.. Wa jud lingaw :nuts:..

Di ka mupauli sa Tacloban?...

^^ di pa dagay.. Next week pa mahuman among IP then magcompletion pa me.. Na a ka dgte ron dean?

^^ di pa dagay.. Next week pa mahuman among IP then magcompletion pa me.. Na a ka dgte ron dean?

Aw yeah.. Try your best to get in sa SMC for your OR completion. It'll be really hassle-free once you can get in. I promise you that. Yeah, Im just here in the city...... Im working in NOPH-OR.

Ritch, can u take a shot of Hotel Nicanor? I think it's almost done and it's looking nice.

Your wish granted:

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PANAAD SA NEGROS 2009

April 18-26, 2009, Panaad Park and Stadium, Bacolod City
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"Dali na sa Negros kag mamyesta, Sa Negros may tubo kag madamu pa!!"

What are this year's attractions?

Thanks, ritch!!.. :banana:

Dgte Science High Students To Compete In World Contest
Buglas News Central

A high school experiment on the cancer-curing properties of a certain variety of red algae has won three students from the Ramon Teves Pastor Dumaguete Science High School the chance to represent the Philippines in the International Science and Engineering Fair in Reno, Nevada, USA on May 10 to 16.

The three students – Kin Israel R. Notarte, Karina Louise dela Cruz and Jamie Mananquil – qualified for the international competition by winning second place in the Life Science Team Category in the Intel Philippines National Science Fair held Feb. 23 to 27 at the Subic Bay Exhibit & Convention Center in Subic in Zambales.

This is the second time for Dumaguete Science High to send a contestant to the International Science & Engineering Fair, said Yvette Gamora, project adviser.

In 1999, fourth-year student Karen Sobere Yu won first prize in the said contest and the Intel Fellows Outstanding Achievement for Vision and Innovation on her project bioplas production of biodegradable plastics, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

Notarte said their contest entry was their science investigatory project. The group tested the variety of red algae called Portierial hornemannii and applied it on animal cells using sea urchin embryos.

Applying the fundamentals of research learned from their teacher Ferrera Oira, and with the help of scientists from the Silliman University Angelo King Center for Research & Environmental Management, the high school students gathered a type of sea urchin known as Tripneustes gratilla, locally called salawaki and applied the red algae.

Injecting potassium chloride on the sea urchin specimens to induce spawning and harvest their gametes and applying extracts of the red algae on them, the students discovered that the sea urchin system is possible of identifying and classifying mitotic inhibitors, or chemicals that could prevent the regeneration of growth cells.

FULL STORY (http://buglas.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=400&Itemid=71)

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HOTEL NICANOR

Hotel Nicanor is located right in the center of Dumaguete City and offers their guests all services the modern traveller needs. 44 elegantly designed and spacious rooms are equiped with all modern facilities for a pleasant stay in the city of gentle people.

Hotel Nicanor satisfies the demand of a valuable Hotel with modern anemeties. Each room has a wired internet connection where you can stay in touch with family and business at home.

You can choose between following room types at Hotel Nicanor.


Single
Twin/Matrimonial
Suite Room (good for 3 persons, maximum of 5 pax with ref, mini bar, complementary coffee, bath tub)
Superior Room (good for 3 persons, maximum of 5 pax with ref, mini bar, complementary coffee, bath tub, ocean view)


You can walk from Hotel Nicanor in a few minutes to the business-offices, restaurants or the Rizal Boulevard in Dumaguete.

Hotel /Room Facilities:

Individual aircon-units
Cable TV
Hot and Cold shower; Bath Tub
Refrigerator, Mini Bar
IP PABX Telephone System
24 Hours standby Generator
Elevators
Internet Connection in every room (wired network)
Purified drinking water station in every floor
Business Center
Laundry Service
Domestic call and Fax (Outgoing/Incoming)
Accept Major Credit Cards

Hotel Nicanor
San Jose Street., Dumaguete City
Negros Oriental, Philippines 6200
Tel. Nos. (035) 226-3330;
Mobile Nos. +63922-889-4911;
Email Add: hotelnicanor@yahoo.com

source (http://www.dumagueteinfo.com/hotel-nicanor-dumaguete.php)

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miss na gyud nako ang dumaguete.:ohno:

^^ then that's good enough for a reason to come back and visit!! you are just barely 3 hours away from us...:)

i was planning to go there 3rd week of april but due to my work schedule, dili na pwede, hehehe. next time...

^^ then that's good enough for a reason to come back and visit!! you are just barely 3 hours away from us...:)

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Silliman Medical Center Foundation, Inc.

announces the opening of the first

Laser Eye Center

in the island of Negros.


Manned by US-trained doctors, SMC's Laser Eye Center now treats eye problems such as glaucoma, cataract and other retinal eye problems.

Although SMC 's Eye Laser Center doesn't yet perform LASIK, LASEK or PRK operations, these medical processes are being discussed and SMC may soon be performing these high end operations.

^^ first in the province or in the whole island?...

^^ first in the province or in the whole island?...

I think Bacolod doesn't have an eye center. I posted it here and I was waiting for objections, but as far as what I have known, this is the first in the island and we are probably only the fourth area in the Philippines after Manila, Cebu and Davao to have this laser eye facilities.

^^ Oh yeah? wow. i never thought that Laser Eye Tech isnt very common here in the country.... Good.. Good.. Kudos to SMC Admin! I hope they can get more of those high-tech sepcialization facilities!.. What's next??..... Can't wait!

The city hospital will open within the quarter

Holy Child Hospital's new annex building will add new patient's rooms that is said to rival that of SMC's MAB's patient's rooms... The hospital is also fine-tuning their laparascopic surgery facilities, one of the first to have this kind of technology in the country, which started in the early 90's where there is no need to make big and ugly incisions to explore the insides of the patient, but using only fiber-optic video cameras inserted to the body with very minimal incisions and a one-day hospital confinement..... Their laparascopic surgeries can be seen by the significant others of the patient through live telecast to the patient's room or through the view of the public, of course with the patient's consent.

NOPH's 70M new building to start this quarter and it's MRI machine will soon serve the public!

Health Care and it's finest here in the city!!! Truly can soon become one of the best retirement's havens in the country!

^^ Oh yeah? wow. i never thought that Laser Eye Tech isnt very common here in the country.... Good.. Good.. Kudos to SMC Admin! I hope they can get more of those high-tech sepcialization facilities!.. What's next??..... Can't wait!

The city hospital will open within the quarter

Holy Child's Hospital new annex building will add new patient's rooms that is said to rival that of SMC's MAB's patient's rooms...

NOPH's 70M new building to start this quarter and it's MRI machine will soon serve the public!

Health Care and it's finest here in the city!!! Truly can soon become one of the best retirement's havens in the country!

Tanjay will also get its mini hospital soon. And Bayawan Hospital has been constantly upgraded.

The old building needs a repaint.

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^^ It does.. But the Admin thinks it deserves more than just a repaint job. They will make it look like the main building, both inside and outside to harmonize the two structures.. Maybe the facelift will start this year..

peej, taga tacloban mn ka sa?? i've been there once..nice kau, lami ibalik.. naa thread for tacloban?

i've been to ormoc pud, and i gotta say, food is awesome there!..as in.. i can't get over it pa.. and i guess wlay thread ang ormoc..

visayas sooo rocks!!!

^^
Ang Ormoc naa apil sa Tacloban, Ormoc & Leyte Province Thread :)
Taga Dumaguete ka mang8jose? Nakaanha ko ug Dumaguete last June 2008 and very nice ang place especially ang plaza along the bay. :)

Dgte-based, did you feel this?

Feeble quake jolts Dumaguete
Updated April 05, 2009 02:04 PM

MANILA, Philippines (Xinhua) - An earthquake measuring 4.5 on the Richter's scale jolted Dumaguete this morning, the United States Geological Service reported.

The quake was recorded at 3:11 local time (1911 GMT) at a depth of 35.0 km below the sea level, with the epicenter at 115 km west of Dumaguete, Negros, or 585 km south southeast

of Manila, according to the report. No casualty or damage has been reported.

Another quake, measuring 6.3, hit the southern region of the country yesterday afternoon.

The Philippines is regularly hit by earthquakes, and most of them are low in magnitude and cause little damage.

The country is part of the so-called Pacific Ring of Fire, a string of islands on the Pacific Ocean rim that were formed by the eruptions of undersea volcanoes.

http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=455494&publicationSubCategoryId=200

^^ whoa... really? i ddnt feel anything. i was on graveyard shift duty but i was on dreamland........

Seldom lang man mag-earthquake ang Dgte di ba?

^^ whoa... really? i ddnt feel anything. i was on graveyard shift duty but i was on dreamland........

Seldom lang gyud.. But i can still remember when i was still a kid, frequent gyud.. maybe that was because of PNOC's constant drilling in Mt. Talinis, a dormant volcano.

I think Mt. Chesko (which is part of Talinis) is the volcano. Sakto ba?

Seldom lang gyud.. But i can still remember when i was still a kid, frequent gyud.. maybe that was because of PNOC's constant drilling in Mt. Talinis, a dormant volcano.

Our thread is running quite fast these days. With this speed, I guess we will be having a new thread by May. Whew, that's fast!

So FAST, but not FURIOUS, hehehe.:lol:

Our thread is running quite fast these days. With this speed, I guess we will be having a new thread by May. Whew, that's fast!

I think Mt. Chesko (which is part of Talinis) is the volcano. Sakto ba?

Mt. Chesko? Hmm.. That's new to my ears, huh.. I ddnt know naa diay na. Hehe..

Two Sillimanians discovered it. Prof CHESter Dumancas and Prof TayKO. They combined the name and it's CHESKO! Try to ask your uncle coz I think it was from his lecture to nako nadunggan (during our physics class).

Mt. Chesko? Hmm.. That's new to my ears, huh.. I ddnt know naa diay na. Hehe..

^^ Hmm.. Really? Thats very interesting..:)

MANILA, Philippines - Microtel Inns & Suites (Pilipinas) is planning to build 10 new branches to further expand its reach.

Jose Mari Del Rosario, president and chief executive officer of Microtel, said the group is looking at Dagupan, Angeles, Dumaguete, Cagayan De Oro, GenSan and Naga as potential sites for future expansion.

Full story (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=455535&publicationSubCategoryId=66).

^^ OHHHH.. Exciting!...:banana:

Microtel plans 10 new branches

MANILA, Philippines - Microtel Inns & Suites (Pilipinas) is planning to build 10 new branches to further expand its reach.

Jose Mari Del Rosario, president and chief executive officer of Microtel, said the group is looking at Dagupan, Angeles, Dumaguete, Cagayan De Oro, GenSan and Naga as potential sites for future expansion.

Full story (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=455535&publicationSubCategoryId=66).

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^^ Looking great!

DARE TO DREAM
A Concert for a Cause (April 3, 2009)
The F.Un. Shop Creative Learning and Multimedia
Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium


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Events Photography by Clee Andro (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cleevillasor/show)and Samurai John (http://www.flickr.com/photos/samuraiproductions/show)

Wow! Good news!:banana:

MANILA, Philippines - Microtel Inns & Suites (Pilipinas) is planning to build 10 new branches to further expand its reach.

Jose Mari Del Rosario, president and chief executive officer of Microtel, said the group is looking at Dagupan, Angeles, Dumaguete, Cagayan De Oro, GenSan and Naga as potential sites for future expansion.

Full story (http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=455535&publicationSubCategoryId=66).

I like the name. BLUE MONKEY. hehehe:lol:

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^^ yeah. weird....:lol:

Negros Oriental has 9 new lawyers
BY MARICAR ARANAS
Monday, April 6, 2009

Nine graduates from Foundation University and Silliman University in Dumaguete City passed the 2008 bar examinations given by the Supreme Court in Manila in September last year.

Judge Eleuterio Chiu, dean of the FU College of Law and Jurisprudence, identified the three new lawyers from the school as Mary Jaynard Dionisio, Harold Jumuad and Karen Lisette Molas, who came from a group of 17 examinees, giving FU a passing average of 19 percent.

Dean Myles Nicolas Bejar of the Silliman University College of Law named six of their graduates as among the country’s 1,310 new lawyers — Florence Ed Obial, Elton Dick Abrea, Felix Araulla, Annie Rose Labine, Cheryl Bueno, and Randy Nocete.

Bejar, however, said they are still trying to determine the exact number of SU graduates who took the bar examinations before they could come up with their passing average.

The bar examinations is regarded as the most prestigious government examination in the country.

For the second straight year, the Supreme Court en banc decided to adjust the passing rate, from 75 percent to 72.5 percent this year, and from 75 percent to 70 percent in 2007.

Justice Dante Tinga, the chair of the 2008 bar examinations committee said the number of passers would have been lower if the passing rate had not been adjusted to 72.5 percent.

The 1,310 who made it represented 20.58 percent of the 6,364 who took the four-Sundays tests in September 2008.*AP

http://www.visayandailystar.com/2009/April/06/negor1.htm

DARE TO DREAM
A Concert for a Cause (April 3, 2009)
The F.Un. Shop Creative Learning and Multimedia
Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium


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Events Photography by Clee Andro (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cleevillasor/show)and Samurai John (http://www.flickr.com/photos/samuraiproductions/show)

who are the performers?

^^ All students of The F.Un.Shop Creative Learning and Multimedia. A new performing arts school here in the city.