AS THE Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) marks its first year of university status, it stands not only as an educational institution but also as a testament to the power of principles. The university’s guiding mantra, ISDA (Integrity, Social Justice, Discipline, and Academic Excellence), echoes a commitment
January 10, 2024
THE ONLY fisheries university in the country today commemorates its first year since transitioning from a college to a university; it marks a momentous chapter in an already rich history. This transition symbolizes not just a change in status but the dawning of a new era in educational excellence and community
January 8, 2024
IN THE wake of the New Year, as Western Visayas plunged into darkness, the Ilonggos faced an unexpected challenge. From 2 p.m. on January 2 until the day after (and probably days after next), a significant power outage swept through the area, leaving many in the heat and darkness. Yet, in
January 4, 2024
THE DISTINCTION between historical revisionism and historical distortion remains a critical yet often misunderstood concept in understanding our past. The discourse around these terms has gained momentum in the country, especially in academic circles and public forums. Historical revisionism, as explained by scholars, involves reinterpreting historical narratives based on new facts
January 3, 2024
JANUARY 1, 2024, marks not just the start of a new year but the dawn of new opportunities and perspectives. This moment, celebrated globally, transcends mere calendar changes; it is an invitation to introspect, reset, and rekindle the fires of hope and aspiration. In this time of new beginnings, we are
January 1, 2024
THE ARRIVAL of the New Year invites us to embrace fresh beginnings with a sense of hope, faith, and love. This resonates not only with Filipinos but with people worldwide. It is a universal reset button, allowing us to realign our lives with our core values and aspirations, transcending distinctions of
December 31, 2023
IN THE heart of the Christmas narrative lies a profound truth often overshadowed by the glitz of holiday festivities: It is a celebration that resonates most profoundly with the poor. This does not imply that Christmas is not for the affluent, but rather that its essence–the birth of Jesus Christ–holds special
December 29, 2023
I JUST found myself Tuesday night in a mall in Jaro, the birthplace of Fray Botod author Graciano Lopez-Jaena, rushing to catch ‘GomBurZa,’ a film that resonates deeply with the Filipino soul. The movie, another Jesuit Communications-backed masterpiece, is a poignant reminder of a crucial yet often overlooked chapter in Philippine
December 28, 2023
BENEATH the shimmering lights, sumptuous food, joyous carols, and colorful festivities of Christmas lies an aspect that needs to be more visible and often neglected. This season not only brings cheer but also invites us to delve into this holiday’s profound and unvarnished origins, contemplating its true essence. The conventional portrayal
December 23, 2023
HAVE YOU ever noticed that in many disaster movies, there is a scene where a scientist urgently tries to warn people about an approaching disaster, but no one listens? It’s a common theme in films like “Don’t Look Up,” “Volcano,” “Dante’s Peak,” “Outbreak,” “The Day After Tomorrow,” “2012,” “San Andreas,” “Contagion,”
December 23, 2023
I RECENTLY found myself in the enviable position of being invited to a series of reunions. These gatherings ranged from my grade school classmates at Bo. Obrero Elementary School to my Ateneo de Iloilo family via their “Big Blue Night” for alumni and through the wedding of my former Ignatian formators.
December 22, 2023
