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The Official Publication of the School of Accountancy, Management, Computing, and Information Studies

15/01/2025

: SCHEMA Digest

𝐍𝐨 𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞

Are we still capable of soaking in the beauty of a sunrise, the natural high of a workout, or perhaps the warmth of an embrace? How often do we stop to simply be?

When the world around us is constantly in motion, we are conditioned to keep up with the pace. For most of us, each day feels like a constant rat race, restricting us from savoring the subtleties of life.

Offering an intimate glimpse into the life of a senior toilet cleaner whose world revolves around the quiet cadence of routine, Perfect Days is an intimate playthrough of the simple life of Hirayama–a timely reminder to hit pause once in a while and find meaning behind the stillness.

by Melmar Palacio
Illustration by Giovanie Turingan
Layout by Mau Tuguinay

13/01/2025

: SCHEMA News

𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗺 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘂𝗲𝘀; 𝗦𝗔𝗠𝗖𝗜𝗦 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀

As the Second Semester kicked off, Technocommercians faced long queues for the remaining days of enrollment at the Fr. Seraphin Devesse Lobby earlier today, January 13.

The second week of face-to-face enrollment includes adding or changing of subjects in all courses until January 15, Wednesday, from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Further, Kataas-taasang Sanggunian ng Mag-aaral/Supreme Student Council (KASAMA/SSC) School of Accountancy, Management, and Computing Information Studies (SAMCIS) Governor Hannah Llyne Galang assured Technocommercians that the Assembly and Committees are willing to accommodate the enrollees despite the low manpower of the SSC officers.

“Actually, at first, we weren't assigned to man the F2F enrollment. Pero, today, it has come to our attention that some lines don’t have staff to accommodate them, so I personally went to the DH to sort it out… but she's tied up with the BSBA 4th year students who are going to have their practicum this sem,” she stated.

“What we did was give queue numbers to the students so that they didn't have to line up for such a long time when there [wasn't] even anyone accommodating them,” Governor Galang added.

On the other hand, Governor Galang also reminded those who have a ‘Reserved’ status to be patient with the processing of payments and urged those who have not paid to settle their downpayment.

“Processing the payment takes a few days, so, kindly be patient and know that as long as you’ve already paid, your slot is secured. To those who haven’t, you won’t lose your slot, but we encourage you to pay your dues during the first week of classes,” she reminded.

Moreover, Governor Galang encouraged students to inform them of concerns during the remaining days of enrollment so that they could relay them to the Admin, and guarantee support from the Assembly this 2nd semester.

“Though they are very limited, the staff are doing their best. Kindly tap us for other concerns so we can elevate matters collectively through the KASAMA/SSC… As we start a new semester, let us not forget our goals and go after them with perseverance. Keep your passion burning and most importantly, don't forget God in the process. We are with you the whole way!” Governor Galang emphasized.

Among the staff in charge of the enrollment include Sir Juwell Pangilinan for Accountancy, Business Laws, and Taxation (ABLT) programs; Sir Emman Fernandez for Tourism Management (TM) and Hospitality Management (HM) programs; Sir Joseph Ochave for BS in Business Administration (BSBA); Ma'am Kasima Mendoza for BS in Computer Science (BSCS); and Sir Orly Rimorin for BS in Information and Technology (BSIT) and Bachelor of Multimedia Arts (BMMA).

by Keziah Tingga-an
Photos by Aaliyah Martinez

13/01/2025

: SCHEMA News

𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝟮𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗥𝗠𝗬𝗖, 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

Third and fourth-year BS Accountancy students from the School of Accountancy, Management, Computing, and Information Studies (SAMCIS) showcased outstanding performances, gaining recognition in the recently concluded 23rd Regional Mid-Year Convention (RMYC) of the National Federation of Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (NFJPIA) Region 1 and the Cordillera Administrative Region (R1CAR) at the Hotel Supreme Convention Plaza, Baguio City held on January 7 to 9, 2025.

The event brought together aspiring accountants from various universities of Region 1 and CAR for a series of academic and non-academic competitions.

Dominating the Tax Case Study Competition, the team of Erika Emanuelle Domingo, Alyanna Lawrice Rasing, Axa Gwen Dao-ilang, Jun II Macario, and Allen Jo Pascua was hailed the overall champion after placing first in the oral defense and second in the written phase. In addition, Domingo was also awarded the Best Speaker of the competition.

The event challenged the participants by presenting them with a real-world corporate restructuring scenario that required an in-depth analysis of Philippine tax laws while determining the most tax-efficient strategy applicable.

“What I love most about my team is everyone's dedication. Right after we qualified for the defense round, we immediately focused on refining our approach, working late into the night until 2 am and waking up at 5 am to review and discuss our concepts repeatedly. We were not satisfied with our output in the first phase of the competition, and I think our unwavering dedication to recover from our drawbacks was what ultimately set us apart.” said team leader Macario when asked what he believed was their key to winning the competition.

Adding a win for the SLU team was Rasing earning a sixth place at CAT Cup 2: Advanced Financial Accounting and Reporting (AFAR), reflecting her proficiency in complex accounting standards and financial reporting.

In CAT Cup 4: Regulatory Framework for Business Transactions (RFBT), Pascua also achieved a notable fourth-place finish, while Kahlil Mahatma Cabal secured the eighth spot, both demonstrating a strong understanding of business laws and regulations.

Additionally, the students also performed admirably in their respective events: Lance DJ Manzano in CAT Cup 2 and 5 (Auditing); John Trif Pacho in CAT Cup 3 (Management Advisory Services) and the Ultimate JPIA Cup; Cabal in CAT Cup 5; and Macario in the Ultimate JPIA Cup.

𝘉𝘦𝘺𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘤𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘴𝘱𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦, 𝘚𝘈𝘔𝘊𝘐𝘚 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘭𝘴𝘰 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘯𝘰𝘯-𝘢𝘤𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴

In the Extemporaneous Speech category, Pacho landed an impressive third on the podium, showcasing his remarkable public speaking abilities and composure under pressure.

Manzano secured a top-five finish in the Quizidents competition and excelled in the Essay Writing Contest, demonstrating his expertise in both writing and intellectual challenges.

The Mind Blitz Quiz team, comprising Domingo, Dao-ilang, and Pascua, also reached the finals, highlighting their quick thinking and teamwork. Additionally, Cabal represented SLU in the Chess tournament.

When asked about his experiences during the event, JPIA SLU Chapter President Manzano said, “One thing that I really felt during the competition is the sweeping realization kung gaano talaga sila kagaling. They’ve proven again and again their skills and talents, that they really are the best among the rest. As the president of JPIA, achievements like these are gleaming hope and inspiration to my fellow students to also strive for greatness—knowing that they are in good hands here at Saint Louis University.”

“The past regional and national competitions, there are some universities from R1CAR that always excel. Surely, it is daunting to even sit in the same halls as them. But I’ve known the Louisian participants as never stepping down without a good fight. However bleak the results may be—kinakabahan pero lumalaban.” He added.

The annual RMYC provides a platform for future accountants to showcase their skills, network with peers, and engage with corporate sponsors, reinforcing the importance of academic excellence and professional development in the accounting field.

by Vea Guenette Esberto & Althea Andrada
Photo credits to Kahlil Cabal & John Trif Pacho

12/01/2025

: SCHEMA LAMP Post

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑷𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒔 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒊𝒕

As the sun rises higher in the sky and the scent of freshly sharpened pencils fills the air, another year stretches before us—blank pages waiting to be filled with the stories of the days ahead.

We are like a seed, sprouting in different directions, reaching for our own versions of the sky. Some of us rediscover old dreams, while others forge new ones. But in this shared space, between the fluorescent lights and the worn-out textbooks, we’re in the same garden, growing together—each of us a story unfolding.

As we slip back into the rhythm of college life, let’s remind ourselves of the potential that each new semester holds. Whether you’re returning with a renewed sense of purpose or stepping onto the campus with questions and uncertainty, know that this is your moment to shape. The semester is an open page and how we fill it is entirely up to us.

Here we are again, with pens poised and hearts open, ready to write the first word, take the first breath, and the first step into the year’s tale. The pages are waiting. It’s waiting for us to breathe life into it, to let the ink flow, to carve our own stories into its open spaces. Welcome back, everyone.

The second semester is ours to make.

by Eugene Karl Mabanta
Layout by Kristine Joy Bati

08/01/2025

2025 has graced our souls! As the first month of the new year steps in, many of us are taking time to refresh and reassess.

The New Year welcomes a rush of energy, clearing the skies once again for those yearning to start afresh, or those hoping to revamp the existing. This is the perfect time to give ourselves a blank page–to give another go at the beautiful process of life.

By Osayuwame Agnes Osayande
Layout by Jossa Gail Agsaoay

31/12/2024

: SCHEMA Literary

𝙒𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙡𝙤𝙘𝙠 𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙠𝙚𝙨 𝙢𝙞𝙙𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩

The whole world will hold its breath. The past and the future will blur, and we will stand on the edge of yesterday and tomorrow, where we feel the weight of what has been and the promise of what could be.

The year behind was overflowing with struggles we overcame and lessons that shaped us in ways we didn't expect. Days when the light seemed so far away, but we found it again—𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗿𝗵𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗺 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘁.

We made it here, and that alone is a testament to our resilience.

The year ahead is filled with possibilities, waiting for us to take the first step. It is not asking for perfection. It does not demand grand gestures. It simply invites us to begin again—𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀.

𝘛𝘰 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 5 𝘢𝘮 𝘴𝘶𝘯𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 5 𝘱𝘮 𝘴𝘶𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘵𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶'𝘭𝘭 𝘴𝘦𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘬𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘥𝘰𝘯'𝘵 𝘶𝘴𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨.

𝘛𝘰 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘳𝘰𝘢𝘥 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘱𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘩𝘢𝘪𝘳.

𝘛𝘰 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶'𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘧𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘥, 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘴𝘩 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦.

𝘛𝘰 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵; 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘪𝘵 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦.

So, as the fireworks fade and the world exhales, make a promise to yourself; to be softer with your heart, to forgive the missteps, and to embrace the beauty in becoming. And if something ignites you—𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘁.

𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘰𝘯'𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘸𝘰 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴, 𝘰𝘳 𝘧𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴, 𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘸𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘺 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯.

𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘢𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘵.

You never know what is waiting for you on the other side of your hope.

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿—𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘁 𝗯𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲.

by Lady Emi Kobayashi
Illustration by Reanneza Gallego

24/12/2024

: SCHEMA Feature

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝘀 𝗡𝗼 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲

Booking a flight home on Christmas amidst the never-ending demands of work is a special kind of feeling. The anxiety and excitement felt by thousands of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) encapsulate their yearning for home, a place like no other, after years or even decades of being away. To OFWs, Christmas isn't just a joyous occasion celebrated with bell chimes and a cold night breeze; it's an opportunity to return and feel the warmth of home.

As the plane descends to a bustling airport, children and grandparents are in sight, holding smiles and hope; the hours spent waiting are nothing in comparison to the years that built to this moment. "There is no place like home," they said. A sentiment that echoes through the hearts of millions of OFWs as they long for its warmth and familiarity. Home isn't merely defined by one's residential location or place of settlement. 𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙖 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜.

The landing reveals luggage brimmed to the teeth and 𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘣𝘢𝘺𝘢𝘯boxes carried in tow. Containing various items—chocolates, toys, shirts, shoes, makeup kits, perfumes, and other international brands, too many to mention—these boxes sound like Christmas miracles in themselves. But to the eyes of an OFW, they aren't just presents to their beloved family; they are the representation of hard work and sacrifices built over months and years.

Being able to finally attend the family Christmas party after years of watching them through a laptop screen is nothing short of a fever dream. To smell the comforting aroma of 𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘯, to see the boisterous sight of 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘭𝘴 and Christmas decors, to see your siblings share a drink, and to hear the squeals of your children and nephews as they run around in a game of tag, none as familiar in the foreign land. It was a perfect night, woven with laughter, warmth, and heartfelt conversations. To share your craziest experiences and listen to theirs. To talk in the language that you blabbed in instinctually for years. 𝙏𝙤 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙤𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙞𝙣.

For OFWs, Christmas isn't just a merry winter festivity; it's a remedy to the yearning for the feelings of warmth and familiarity of home. It is a flight back to the country, a thousand-mile ride encapsulating the homecoming of the soul. To return to a place where you can laugh the loudest, smile the brightest, and feel the warmest.

𝙏𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙚, 𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙚𝙫𝙤𝙠𝙚 𝙞𝙩.

by Jason Dizon
Illustration by Robert Molina

21/12/2024

: SCHEMA Literary

𝘢𝘵 𝘴𝘢 𝘣𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘵 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘱𝘪𝘬𝘪𝘵, 𝘴𝘢 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘵𝘶𝘭𝘰𝘨 𝘢𝘬𝘰 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪-𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘱𝘪𝘵
𝘱𝘢𝘺𝘢𝘱𝘢... 𝘮𝘢𝘩𝘪𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘯𝘨... 𝘵𝘢𝘩𝘪𝘮𝘪𝘬...
𝘵𝘦𝘬𝘢, 𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨. 𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘪 𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘸𝘪𝘯.
𝘮𝘨𝘢 𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘴𝘢 𝘴𝘢 𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯, 𝘮𝘨𝘢 𝘶𝘶𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯, 𝘮𝘨𝘢 𝘬𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘬𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘴𝘢𝘥𝘶𝘩𝘪𝘯.
𝙠𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙪𝙩𝙡𝙖 𝙠𝙤 𝙣𝙖 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙜𝙖 𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙣.

𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘰 𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘪 𝘯𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘺𝘢𝘵𝘢 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘶𝘴𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘭𝘰𝘨 '𝘯𝘰?
𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘬𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘺𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘴 𝘰𝘵𝘴𝘰. 𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘶𝘳𝘰 𝘴𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘵 𝘯𝘢 𝘺𝘶𝘯𝘨 𝘥𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘴 𝘰 𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘭𝘰.
𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘶𝘭𝘪𝘵 '𝘵𝘰. 𝘭𝘢𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘢𝘬𝘳𝘪𝘱𝘪𝘴𝘺𝘰.
𝘮𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘺𝘢 𝘯𝘢 𝘶𝘭𝘪𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘬𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘥 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘣𝘢𝘩𝘰
𝙨𝙖 𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙣, 𝙥𝙖𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙖 𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙖 𝙖𝙠𝙤.

ni Katherine Pinto
Dibuho ni Robert Molina

16/12/2024

: SCHEMA LAMP Post

𝑩𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒐 𝑻𝒆𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒌𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒚𝒐!

101 Louisians earn the CPA title after passing the Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examinations (CPALE) held last December 6-8.

This achievement is a testament to your perseverance, determination, and countless hours of effort—from your first day as a freshman to this victorious moment. Relish in this well-deserved triumph as you continue to uphold Louisian excellence in your career.

Congratulations, CPAs!

Check the full list of passers here: https://www.prcboard.com/cpale-results-december-2024-certified-public-accountant-licensure-exam-list-of-passers

by Alyanna Lawrice Rasing
Layout by Elijah Gigante

16/12/2024

: SCHEMA Digest

When things take a turn for the worst, we become troubled, questioning the very essence of the universe and trying to make sense out of an estranged world. As trying times extend their stay, we fumble and forget; a broken-down car does not spin its wheels magically, so we keep walking down the bumpy road sad and confused, until our own wheels fall off.

But Forrest? He begs to differ. He dares to RUN. Most find it a bizarre engagement, naturally, as most people search for their place, settle, and rest. Forrest keeps running. Why? He’d tell you the answer is simple, really—he just felt like it.

by Ash Steven Banayat
Layout by Sophia Raina Carabbacan

11/12/2024

: SCHEMA News

𝗦𝗔𝗠𝗖𝗜𝗦 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲, 𝗽𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗰𝗞𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹

Faculty and staff of the School of Accountancy, Management, Computing, and Information Studies (SAMCIS), along with campus guards and McKleene personnel, celebrated their annual Christmas Party yesterday, December 10 at the Devesse Plaza.

“The message of Christmas is not (centered around) too much gift-giving, but our message for this Christmas is to have forgiveness, hope, and love in our hearts. We are blessed and have so much to be thankful for—our school, family, faculty, personnel—marami tayong puwedeng ipagpasalamat,” opened SAMCIS Dean Glory Dela Peña, highlighting the party's thanksgiving theme along with the SAMCIS Christmas Tree, ornate with heartfelt notes of gratitude from students to their teachers.

Dean Dela Peña also explained that the theme drew inspiration from the “familial atmosphere of Pamilya Teknokomersyo” and sought to recognize and give back to the teaching and non-teaching staff for their dedication, commitment, and hard work. “It’s about time to have a get-together, one that ends the year with so much gratitude,” she remarked.

As part of the Christmas party’s focus on promoting the mental health of SAMCIS staff through stress-relief, the SAMCIS Dean also hinted at an upcoming Staff Wellness Program in 2025. This initiative will include Zumba and exercise sessions at the Desmedt Oval, aimed at fostering the mental well-being of both SAMCIS faculty and non-teaching staff.

After a lively Christmas performance by the SAMCIS Dance Troupe, the festivities continued with parlor games, including a lively round of Trip to Jerusalem, where SAMCIS guard Jester emerged victorious. “Masaya at maganda kasi ngayon lang ‘yong ganitong Christmas program at bonding,” he shared.

“Relaxing,” Accountancy professor Noreen Lab-as described the event. “Kasi after the past two weeks na masyadong hectic at masyadong busy, at least nakakapag-relax kami kahit two or three hours lang.”

The celebration also featured competitive Karaoke sessions, with Mr. Joshua Peregrino from McKleene claiming the top spot. The first runner-up was Mr. Carl Carranza from the Marketing Department, while the second runner-up was Mr. Lee Basinga from the Business Administration and Entrepreneurship Department.

Bearing a “no work and academic discussions” rule, the year-end party was hosted to provide the SAMCIS staff a relaxing and merry night after a trying year.

by Axa Gwen Dao-ilang
Photos by Jeecel Ana Sanchez

10/12/2024

𝗔 𝗟𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗼𝗻🌙

𝑫𝒆𝒂𝒓 𝑺𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒂,
You’re crying again. This time, I don’t know why. I remember the days when you would always talk to me. You would always describe how your day went with a smile. And it would always be about going out with your friends, your academic achievements, and the proud look your parents gave. Now, I can only see you through the window— lips formed in a thin line, eyes welled up… a star that has lost its shine. You would sit for hours with towering papers and books, then ask yourself the next night, “I wasn’t like this before. What happened to me?”

It was an endless cycle.

I hope you won’t let these struggles define you. You were trying day and night— I knew, because even the Sun had told me so. But I hope you remember that dreams can only happen when you also rest. Don’t focus on the clock’s constant ticking— it was only meant to tell when it’s time. So, cry and let it all out, my little one. After all, Stars aren’t defined by how they shine.

Sincerely Yours,
𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒐𝒐𝒏

by Trisha May Gonzaga
Illustration by Ryjane Tunac

08/12/2024

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

On December 8, the Philippines pays tribute to the Blessed Virgin Mary, the nation's beloved patroness, through the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Recognized as a nationwide non-working holiday under Republic Act No. 10966, this day highlights the deep spiritual traditions of Filipino Catholics.

This celebration calls us to honor the Blessed Virgin’s steadfast faith and her sacrifices for Christ, inspiring us to strengthen our own devotion.

May this occasion remind us of the enduring role of faith in our lives and the unity it brings to countless Filipinos.

This year, the observance of the feast is transferred from the 8th of December to the 9th, giving way for the celebration of the second Sunday of Advent, which falls on the former.

by Zhiann Remnor
Layout by Jossa Gail Agsaoay

07/12/2024

: SCHEMA News

“𝗡𝗮𝘀𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗸 𝘀𝗮 𝘂𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘀𝗸𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗮; 𝗧𝗮𝗮𝘀 𝗸𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗹𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵!”

Magni Soni SAMCIS (MSS) brought the beat back as they performed their concert entitled “High School Mixtape: The Alumni Homecoming,” mesmerizing the audience and transforming the experience into a haven of rhythm and memories, last December 5 at the Devesse Audio Visual Room (AVR).

The play follows the story of Apollo, a high school student experiencing first love and eventual heartbreak with Alice, whom he deeply admires. Headlined by the different bands of MSS, the musical play was a nostalgic playback to the High School hits that showcased the feelings of the young Apollo.

MSS showcased their signature blend of raw talents, charismatic stage presence, and electrifying music. Joining them was an established guest band, Preza, whose fresh sound added a vibrant layer to the dynamic lineup.Though short lived, the event was more than just a celebration of music but a celebration of shared feelings and memories the audience once had in their high school days.

Despite the concert being moved due to the earthquake last November 26, 2024, MSS delivered a more refined show with pure entertainment, ensuring every note and lyric captured the audience’s collective experiences.
Preza complementing the show’s energy resulted in an excellent manifestation of the power of Music that comes across generations. “High School Mixtape” solidified itself as a defining moment in the SAMCIS culture of cultivating artistic excellence among its students.

by Nil Justeen Garcia
Photos by Aaliyah Martinez, Liam Morales, Danielle John Aragon, and Jay-ar Jacob

05/12/2024

𝑨𝒄𝒄𝒓𝒖𝒆𝒅 𝑪𝑷𝑨𝒔, 𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒍𝒆!

While it has been deferred long enough, your time to shine has finally come! You’ve weathered countless sleepless nights, tackled the trickiest problems, and reviewed what seems to be endless pages of review books.

When it feels overwhelming, trust the journey you’ve walked through. Remember that every question you answer in this exam is one step closer to that three-letter title you’ve worked hard into. May the odds ever be in your favor.

Good luck and get that license!

by Kyla Mae Barcellano
Layout by Maxwell John Arzadon

03/12/2024

: SCHEMA Snaps

𝑩𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒍𝒖𝒄𝒌, 𝒇𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝑪𝑷𝑨𝒔!

The Saint Louis University Department of Accountancy, with the Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants - SLU Chapter, sponsored the bi-annual pre-board mass for the Louisian takers of the three-day Licensure Examination for Certified Public Accountants (LECPA) at the Saint Aloysius de Gonzaga Chapel today, December 3.

The mass was led by Rev. Fr. John Salama who uplifted the spirits of examinees who felt the pressure of the December 2024 LECPA–reminding them to entrust to the Almighty their efforts, perseverance, and diligence to pursue their utmost aspirations for the success of the examination.

The original October 2024 LECPA was rescheduled by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) to December 6, 7, and 8 due to Tropical Storm Kristine.

by Mark Cerelle Maliones
Photos by Joshua Daniel David

02/12/2024

: SCHEMA News

𝗦𝗟𝗨 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰: "𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵" 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝘄

Once again, Saint Louis University (SLU) proved why it is heralded as the "Light of the North," as the 16th Annual Lantern Parade illuminated the streets of Baguio City on December 1, 2024 to welcome the Christmas Season. The theme, "Missio et Excellentia: Championing Sustainability, Promoting Inclusive Education, Pioneering Innovation," transformed the city into a vibrant celebration of global unity, innovation, and Christmas spirit.

A Night to Remember
A dazzling display of lights, music, and cultural celebration captivated the City of Pines. The University of Baguio (UB) Voices, the SLU Marching Band, and the University of the Cordilleras (UC) Dance Company immersed the crowd with performances brimming with holiday cheer before the tree lit up the city. The festivities commenced with the ceremonial Christmas Tree lighting at Upper Session Road—setting a joyful and celebratory tone for the evening.

The highly anticipated Lantern Parade then followed, as thousands of participants and spectators lined the streets of Session Road. The SLU Marching Band led the procession with rousing music, followed by public officials, including Mayor Benjamin Magalong, SLU administrators, alumni, and representatives from SLU's various schools and departments.

Lanterns Across Borders
This year's theme, "Christmas Festivities Around the World," saw each group creatively representing a different country. While SLU Administration and SLU School of Advanced Studies showcased the Philippines and Japan as non-competing entries, the competition featured breathtaking representations of Norway (School of Law), Austria (School of Teacher Education and Liberal Arts), Iceland (School of Nursing, Allied Health, and Biological Sciences), the United Kingdom (School of Medicine), the Netherlands (School of Engineering and Architecture), Vatican City (School of Accountancy, Management, Computing, and Information Studies), and Venezuela (Basic Education School).

The parade culminated at the Melvin Jones Grandstand, where the field competition occurred. Each entry performed meticulously choreographed presentations that showcased their chosen country's culture while embodying SLU's values of sustainability and innovation.

Those Who Shone Brightest

The Basic Education School (BEdS) emerged as the grand champion with its vibrant representation of Venezuela, wowing the judges with their creativity and innovation. They also swept several notable awards, including Champion: Best in Field Performance, 2nd Runner-Up: Best Street Performance, Eco-Lantern Innovation Award, and Rhythmic Accompaniment.

The School of Nursing, Allied Health, and Biological Sciences (SONAHBS) secured the first runner-up title while also dominating the special awards, including Champion: Best in Street Performance, 1st Runner-up: Best in Field Performance, Most Colorful Award, Most Disciplined Group, Best in Illumination, and Most Colorful Award.

The School of Medicine clinched the second runner-up spot with their elegant presentation of the United Kingdom. With its United Kingdom-inspired presentation, the School of Medicine (SOM) secured third place in the field and street categories.

𝑴𝒂𝒋𝒐𝒓 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒔
𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻: Basic Education School
𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝗽: School of Nursing, Allied Health, and Biological Sciences
𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝗽: School of Medicine
𝑴𝒊𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒔
𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲
𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻: School of Nursing, Allied Health, and Biological Sciences
𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝗽: School of Teacher Education and Liberal Arts
𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝗽: Basic Education School
𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲
𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻: Basic Education School
𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝗽: School of Nursing, Allied Health, and Biological Sciences
𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝗽: School of Medicine
𝑺𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒔
𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: School of Nursing, Allied Health, and Biological Sciences
𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽: School of Nursing, Allied Health, and Biological Sciences
𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: School of Nursing, Allied Health, and Biological Sciences
𝗘𝗰𝗼 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: Basic Education School
𝗥𝗵𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Basic Education School

Indeed, the 16th Annual Lantern Parade proved that SLU continues to be a beacon of excellence, illuminating the way forward for sustainability, education, and innovation. As the lights of the lanterns dimmed and the applause echoed through the Melvin Jones Grandstand, the spirit of Christmas and SLU's legacy of brilliance burned brighter than ever.

by Nil Justeen Garcia
Photos by Liam Jiro Morales, Jovv Nieu Esmilla, and Renzon Duntugan

01/12/2024

: SCHEMA Snaps

Baguio City lights up this year's Stained Glass-inspired Christmas Tree depicting the story of Nativity at the Session Road Rotunda today, December 1.

Photos by Jovv Nieu Esmilla

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From vibrant booths to unforgettable performances, this University Week has been all about unity, creativity, and the Louisian spirit! Join SCHEMA as we take you through the colorful festivities, mouthwatering delicacies, and a show-stopping finale featuring live music and the iconic Christmas tree lighting. 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒚 𝒕𝒐 𝒓𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒂𝒈𝒊𝒄 𝒐𝒇 𝑷𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂 𝒔𝒂 𝑵𝒂𝒚𝒐𝒏? 𝑳𝒆𝒕’𝒔 𝒈𝒐! #113thSLUFoundationWeek Video by Zan Karlo Flores Video edit by Joshua Daniel David

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: SCHEMA SCOPE An advocate for change, a thinker, a collaborator, and a role model. As the voice of the studentry, a student leader must be the one to bridge the gap between the students and the administration and must serve as a beacon for advocacy. Learn more about the candidates you’ll vote for as you hear about their individual priorities and personalities. Footage by Van Revson Domingo and Renzon Duntugan Video edit by Matthew Garcia #schemaSCOPE #SLUTogetherWeVote #BosesTiKakailian

: SCHEMA Feature Still have membership drive jitters? Amidst the fun of the SAMCIS membership drive, we asked students around the lobby and hallways of Devesse, "Which org/s are you most interested in joining? (Keratin?!)" and -𝒘𝒂𝒊𝒕 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒊𝒕- "Which course do you think is the most red flag?" Watch ✨SAMCISIANS✨ from different programs tell you what they think and feel! Do you agree with their answers? Interviews by Zhiann Remnor Abendan and Judeah Cynthia Footage by Jhon Alle Balabag Video edit by Johan Rickardo Roxas #schemaFEATURE

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