The Mountain Collegian

06/01/2025

𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐍𝐎𝐖: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝟓𝟏 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞 𝟏

Throughout the ages of man there are a chosen few to lead, guiding us to a future that does not fail us. Visionaries that will herald greater progress that is longed by its constituents.

However, true accountability lies within the people who believes and choose who will sit as their leader.

Be up to date with the happenings of the first semester of Academic Year 2024 – 2025.

Grab a copy of our Mountain Collegian Tabloid Issue at your respective college lounge and in front of the Mountain Collegian Office located at the Office of the Student Services SC 101.

Students who did not yet pay their subscription fee during the enrollment process are highly encourage to pay in order to get your copies. For payment, you may proceed to the Mountain Collegian Office.

17/12/2024

𝗕𝗦𝗨 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘁 𝗜𝗞𝗦 𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮, 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀

Benguet State University (BSU) scholars relaunched the first-ever Benguet indigenous knowledge encyclopedia yesterday at the Everlasting Hall, BSU Research and Extension (RNE) Building.

The book, "Encyclopedia of Benguet Indigenous Knowledge Systems," was originally launched as a part of the province's celebration of Adivay.

However, this time, copies of the book were distributed to different public or private elementary, secondary, and even tertiary school libraries. These schools came from various municipalities of Benguet such as Mankayan, Bakun, Sablan, Bokod, Buguias, and many more.

Project Leader Dr. Stanley Anongos, Jr. explained what it would mean for the schools to receive such books.

"This [the encyclopedia] is in response to the real need of teachers in the DepEd, the need for reference material for their Indigenous Peoples Education (IPEd) program," he emphasized.

Meanwhile, Executive Assistant to the Provincial Governor David Cabuten relayed the governor's message to the youth.

"It [the encyclopedia] serves not only as a bridge to our past but also as a valuable guide to the younger generations to ensure that our cultural heritage continues to inspire and educate," he said.

He also expressed his gratitude to the editorial team, the people, and the institutions that worked in the realization of the said book.

Regional representatives from the Department of Education (DepEd), Commission of Higher Education (CHED), and National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) also graced the event.

As of December 2024, the encyclopedia is available for pre-ordering through the BSU - RNE Publication Office with a price of Php 3750 for the full-colored print and Php 2500 for the black-and-white versions.

𝘉𝘺 𝘈𝘳𝘮𝘪-𝘑𝘢𝘺 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘴
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘴 𝘣𝘺 𝘈𝘳𝘮𝘪-𝘑𝘢𝘺 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘑𝘢𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘦 𝘐𝘐

09/12/2024

𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘀𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
Additionally, the Mountain Collegian (MC) and the Supreme Student Government (SSG) has been granted the permission by the Office of the Student Services (OSS) to collect during the enrollment.

08/12/2024

𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗲𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿

29/11/2024

Pre-Order Now!

Encyclopedia of Benguet Indigenous Knowledge Systems

A comprehensive tribute to the rich cultural heritage, wisdom, and traditions of the Benguet people. This compendium seeks to preserve, protect, and promote the unique Indigenous Knowledge Systems that have sustained Benguet communities for generations, fostering a deeper understanding of their history, practices, and values.

By securing a copy today, you contribute to the vital mission of safeguarding Benguet’s cultural legacy for future generations.

Please be guided by our Pre-Order Guidelines:

1. Book Specifications
Type of Printing: Offset Printing
Paper Size: 9x12 inches
Number of Pages: 622 pages
Paper Quality: Book Paper Quality/Matte Book Paper
Color Scheme: Full Colored or Black and White
Cover Scheme: Hard Bound; Matte Lamination Front Cover; Embossed Lettering; Perfect Binding (Smythsewn)

2. Payment Options (required to pay before proceeding):

A. Full Colored
• Full payment: Php 3,750
• Downpayment: Php 3,000 (non-refundable) to cover printing costs. The remaining Php 750 will be settled upon book collection.

B. Black and White with 200 pages Colored
• Full payment: Php 2,500
• Downpayment: Php 2,000 (non-refundable) to cover printing costs. The remaining Php 500 will be settled upon book collection.
• Important Note: Printing will proceed when 200 orders are complete
(All pricing is at cost.)

3. Payment Method Options:

A. Bank Transfer/Deposit**
Bank Name: China Bank (China Banking Corporation)
Account Name: Benguet State University Alumni Association (BSUAAI), INC.
Account Number: PHP 119802025093
Branch: 1198 La Trinidad
Swift Code: CHBKPHMM

B. Physical Payment
You may visit BSU Research and Extension Publication Office located at Room 109, BSU R&E Building, Km.6 (across BSU Last Gate), La Trinidad, Benguet.

C. GCash Payment**
Name: Paul Joseph A. Nuval
GCash Number: 09195294520

**Image Capture/Screenshot the receipt upon payment for attachment in the Google Pre-Order Form.

4. Pre-order Schedule: November 30-December 15, 2024.

5. Delivery and Pick-Up: Delivery or pick-up is scheduled for Full Colored Copy in February 2025. Printing of B&W will proceed when 200 orders are complete and will be available after a month.

6. Secure a copy through the Google Pre-order Form at: https://forms.gle/a6ktupH8LcB3o8ic8

For queries, please contact the FB Messenger of the BSU R&E Publication Office or email at [email protected].

Secure a copy now!

24/11/2024

𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗣 𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗬 𝗥𝗔𝗪?

Pagkatapos ng isang linggong kasiyahan mula sa piyesta ng Adivay, isang madugong linggo naman ang ating kahaharapin: FINAL EXAMINATIONS.

Paniguradong may mga estudyanteng nagawang maisingit sa kanilang "review routine" ang pagpasyal sa mga Adivay booths, pagpila sa watwat, panonood sa pageant, at siyempre, ang pakikipagrakrakan sa katatapos na concert.

Ang iba naman, sa halip na mag-"group study", sila na'y napunta sa walang humpay na pag-scroll sa TikTok, walang sawang chikahan, at mahimbing na pagtulog.

I-tag mo na 'yang mga barkada mong nag-aaya ng review pero sa iba naman napupunta!

Sana ay kahit na naghahanap tayo ng kasiyahan sa ating buhay ay handa rin tayo sa mga pagsubok na kaakibat nito.

Good luck sa inyong final exams, Wildcats!

🖋️: Armi Jay Paragas
✏️: Lyra Emiliano

18/11/2024

𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐔𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝐄𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐇 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐗𝐘 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐓

Majority of the Members of the Board favors Dr. Kenneth Alip Laruan as the new Benguet State University (BSU) President, six days before Dr. Felipe Salaing Comila’s four-year term ends.

Out of the seven Presidential aspirants who advocated their platforms to appeal to the BSU community and stakeholders, Laruan’s vision: "A premier university in research, technology, and environmental conservation in Northern Luzon by 2028." championed the presidential bid.

The votes were cast today, at the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Central Office, Diliman, Quezon City, attended by the seven candidates along with the 11 members of the Board.

18/11/2024

𝐁𝐁𝐄𝐀𝐋 𝐩𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐨

Despite the Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal (TCWS) No. 4 raised in Baguio City, the highly-anticipated Baguio-Benguet Educational Athletic League (BBEAL) Season 35 kicked off yesterday, November 17 at the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) Grandstand.

Student athletes, coaches, visitors, and high-ranking university officials were welcomed by a cheerdance, showcased by the University of Cordilleras (UC), and followed by the famous PMA silent drill routine - all under a light drizzle.

Notably, Benguet State University (BSU) President Felipe Comila was also present in the event, spending his last few days in the position.

He delivered a message on the importance of athletes' leadership and resilience.

"To achieve greatness, you have to face great resistance in life," he said.

Afterwards, PMA Superintendent Vice Admiral Caesar Bernard Valencia formally opened the start of BBEAL Season 35.

Nine universities, namely, Baguio Central University (BCU); Baguio College of Technology (BCT); Cordillera Career Development College (CCDC); Saint Louis University (SLU); University of Baguio (UB); University of Philippines - Baguio (UPB); and the three aforementioned colleges, PMA, UC, and BSU, will continue competing for the coming week.

King's College of the Philippines (KCP) and Pines City Colleges decided to withdraw from the league upon the announcement of the event.

While the opening program was held yesterday, there were already games such as chess, basketball, badminton, table tennis, archery, and baseball that pushed through the day before, November 16.

There were also wushu (sando and taolu) and sepak takraw events for the first phase of the said league.

✏️: Armi-Jay Paragas
📷: Gelovan Ambagan, Armi-Jay Paragas

15/11/2024

𝐢𝐁𝐒𝐔, 𝐰𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧!
Express your thoughts by clicking the survey below.

We value your input! Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts and preference as to the next Benguet State University President. Your feedback will help shape the future leadership of our university. Directions: Please answer the questions shortly and concise Questions with a red asterisk (*)...

15/11/2024

𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | Incumbent Benguet State University Supreme Student Government - La Trinidad (BSU SSG-LT) President Davys G. Ebbes was declared the Chairperson for the Federation of Supreme Student Government (FSSG) after winning the online elections last November 11 to 12.

He garnered 3324 out of 16856 cumulative votes from the three campuses of BSU, namely Bokod, Buguias, and La Trinidad.

Meanwhile, election runner-up Febrael D. Sawey, who had 1294 votes to his name, was seated Vice Chairperson of the said organization.

Lastly, Claire L. Bangsail gathered 2651 votes, earning her the spot of the FSSG Executive Secretary.

Both Sawey and Bangsail were representatives from the BSU - Buguias Campus.

The three took their oath this day, November 15 at the university administration building.

Ebbes will represent the student body in the Board of Regents (BOR), which is the highest decision-making and governing body of the university.

Additionally, the elected FSSG Chairperson will serve as the student representative in the upcoming university elections on November 18, 2024.

✏️: Armi-Jay Paragas
📷: Tito Sanqui Jr

12/11/2024

𝗶𝗕𝗦𝗨, 𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲!
VOTING WILL END TODAY, UNTIL 3:00 PM ONLY.

The Federation is an autonomous, democratic and nationalist and representative student government of Benguet State University and the authority of which emanates from the Supreme Student Government.

12/11/2024

𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗥𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗩𝗢𝗧𝗘❗❗ Last call to vote who you think would be the next chairperson and secretary on the Federation of Supreme Student Government (FSSG).

Click the link to vote:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-7a_OC948ncdYXYHuOGlNEOyE1FrzWejPbKTmpjMnDSYOHQ/viewform?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2YqFWuWY4MV-3cuMGl63p8SC5Qhai5C38uBo9Wl-KStXiSHP5HTf8RNo0_aem_sk9eyoTJC10TU8WyUd7WgQ

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-7a_OC948ncdYXYHuOGlNEOyE1FrzWejPbKTmpjMnDSYOHQ/viewform

12/11/2024

𝘼𝙏𝙏𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 𝙏𝙊 𝘼𝙇𝙇 𝘽𝙎𝙐 𝙎𝙏𝙐𝘿𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙎: 𝙀𝙓𝙀𝙍𝘾𝙄𝙎𝙀 𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙍 𝙍𝙄𝙂𝙃𝙏 𝙏𝙊 𝙎𝙐𝙁𝙁𝙍𝘼𝙂𝙀 ✅

📅 Election Dates:🗓
𝙉𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 11, 2024, 7:00 𝘼𝙈–𝙉𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 12, 2024, 3:00 𝙋𝙈

Your decision today will impact everyone.

ᴠᴏᴛᴇ ᴡɪꜱᴇʟʏ ᴀɴᴅ ʀᴇꜱᴘᴏɴꜱɪʙʟʏ—ᴍᴀᴋᴇ ʏᴏᴜʀ ᴠᴏɪᴄᴇ ʜᴇᴀʀᴅ!


Campus

11/11/2024

𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗟 | With just five days ahead for the Benguet State University (BSU) president election and just in time for the Federation of the Supreme Student Government (FSSG) elections, The Mountain Collegian (MC) offers a collective stand and information regarding these recent events happening in a span of a week.

Tap the link to read more:
https://www.mtcollegian.org/8th-prexy-election-voiceless-students-and-a-commercial-university/
https://www.mtcollegian.org/8th-prexy-election-voiceless-students-and-a-commercial-university/
https://www.mtcollegian.org/8th-prexy-election-voiceless-students-and-a-commercial-university/

Article by: Aubrey Mendegorin and Coren Joy Adchao
Graphics in pubmat by: Francheska Lauren Gonzales

08/11/2024

𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 𝗜𝗡 𝗔 𝗡𝗨𝗧𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗟 | Bagyo na may Konting Klase

✏️: Michaela Cerezo

05/11/2024

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧: 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐒𝐔 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐯𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐭

Benguet State University (BSU), a cradle to nurture culture and enhance learning.

Throughout the 108 years of the university’s existence, seven (7) presidents took the challenge and represented BSU in various adversities and celebrations. As Dr. Felipe Salaing Comila’s administration is coming to a close less than a month from now, seven out of the many aspirants made the final cut. The university now prepares to open its doors to a new leadership. With that, let us dip back at their public presentation and take a look at who is most deserving to take the presidential seat.

𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗: https://bit.ly/PrexyWatchDigest

𝘉𝘺 𝘈𝘶𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘺 𝘔𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘨𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘯, 𝘓𝘪𝘦𝘻𝘩𝘦𝘭 𝘑𝘰𝘺 𝘙𝘢𝘮𝘰𝘴, 𝘊𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘯 𝘑𝘰𝘺 𝘈𝘥𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘰, 𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘢 𝘈𝘨𝘰, 𝘚𝘵𝘦𝘱𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘦 𝘎𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘪𝘢, 𝘒𝘪𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘎𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘎𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘰 & 𝘚𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘢 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘢𝘸𝘦𝘯

𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘺 𝘎𝘸𝘺𝘯𝘦𝘵𝘩 𝘙𝘢𝘧𝘢𝘦𝘭