CAFA Sketch

26/08/2024

FEATURE | 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆: 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 via Jasmin Jaud

On this National Heroes Day, August 26, 2024, we commemorate the courage and sacrifice of those who fought for the freedom and independence of our country. It’s not only the well-known heroes from our history books but also the countless unsung individuals whose valor shaped our nation. This day serves as a reminder to call us to continue their legacy by standing up for what is right and just. Let their bravery inspire us to live and embody patriotism, integrity, and justice in our daily lives. May we work toward a more powerful and unified Philippines.

𝙈𝙖𝙗𝙪𝙝𝙖𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙗𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙩 𝙗𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙤!

Illustration by Alhea Cruz and Kevin Lazaro

25/08/2024

Ngayong aprubado na sa ilang general education subjects at ilang major subjects sa College of Architecture and Fine Arts (CAFA) ang 𝗭𝗲𝗿𝗼-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺, ano ang masasabi niyo, CAFAtids?

Maaari mong ilahad ang iyong suhestiyon at saloobin sa comment section sa ibaba. Maging mulat, CAFAtids!

Layout by Earl Ymann Tolentino

23/08/2024

Mga KaFEDbahay, narinig mo na ba ang tsismis? 🫣

Tara na sa Bulwagang Federizo ngayong ika-27 ng Agosto para sa isang pagsasamang inaabangan ng bawat isang Iskolar ng bayan!

Mula sa mga mahika ni Mangku, mga bagwis ni Laya, Lipad nina Archi, Lala, Fabio, at tadyak ni Maco, ating pag-aalabin ang pagsalubong sa mga bunso ng Federizo!

Kita-kita, KaFEDbahay! 🫶✨



Illustrate and Layout: Lord Matthew Mangahas

23/08/2024

NEWS | “𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗪: 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗥𝘂𝗻 𝗫 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲” 𝗸𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗚𝗕𝗧𝗤𝗜𝗔+ 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 via Mark Bernal

Bulacan State University (BulSU) was abuzz with enthusiasm as the “𝘽𝘼𝙇𝘼𝙉𝙂𝘼𝙒: 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙧 𝙁𝙪𝙣 𝙍𝙪𝙣 𝙓 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙩𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝘾𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚” event kicked off on Thursday, August 22, 2024. The program was part of the “SALUBONG: Balik Pamantasan 2024” series of events for BulSUan freshmen.

The event, spearheaded by Gov. Alvin Abad Sagabaen of the College of Arts and Letters (CAL), Senator Coco Caparas, Chairperson of the Gender Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Community (GEDIC), and Senator Owa Bautista, Chairperson of the Committee of Student Groups (CSG), featured a variety of activities, including the Marketplace for a Cause. This marketplace showcased local business owners who pledged a portion of their earnings to support the LGBTQIA+ community.

Although the Color Fun Run had to be canceled due to adverse weather conditions, the highlight of the event—a mini concert organized by the BULSU Student Government (SG) still proceeded inside the Activity Center. The concert featured performers, including drag queens, Rebel Heart and Lady X, as well as BulSUan artists Jm Enriquez, Zarry Salvan, Banda ni CAL, Cosmo in Tears, Anne Agapito, Sachi Tsuzaka, Shemaiah Simbulan, and Shiro Dos.

Photos by Carrie Anne Manlapas

23/08/2024

FEATURE | 𝗣𝗕𝗕𝗠 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗶𝗻𝗼𝘆 𝗔𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟭 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟯 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 via Angelie Dapitan

Celebration of this year’s Ninoy Aquino Day is moved to August 23 from its original date of August 21 in accordance with Proclamation No. 665 of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.

Approved by former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo on February 25, 2004, August 21 is declared as a Special Nonworking Holiday according to R. A. 9256 as a commemoration of the former Senator Benigno S. “Ninoy” Aquino, Jr’s death anniversary.

Born November 27, 1932 in Tarlac, Philippines, Ninoy was the chief opposition leader during the Martial Law. Aquino began his career as a journalist. By 1955, he was elected as the mayor of Concepción, vice-governor of Tarlac in 1959, governor of the province in 1961, and senator of the Philippines in 1967, and national leader of the Liberal Party in 1968.

In November 1977, Ninoy was sentenced to death by former President Ferdinand E. Marcos, Sr. after he spent eight ( 8 ) years in prison. In 1980, Marcos commuted Aquino’s sentence and allowed him to go to the United States for heart-bypass surgery. He stayed there for three years.

Two years after the Martial Law ended, Aquino decided to fly home for a campaign in the upcoming elections. He was shot in the head at Manila Airport, around 1:14 p.m. of August 21, 1983.

Aquino’s death sparked demonstrations charging government complicity in the act during that time. On October 1984, an independent commission concluded that a military conspiracy led by AFP Chief-of-Staff Gen. Fabian C. Ver was responsible for the assasination. However, Ver and the other 25 suspects were acquitted by three (3) Marcos-appointed judges in 1985.

Additionally, the death of Ninoy Aquino helped to set in motion the chain of events such as Marcos’ downfall and the start of Corazon Aquino, the late senator’s wife, regime in 1986. 24 years after, Benigno S. “Noynoy” Aquino III was elected as Philippine president in 2010.

Illustration by Joyce Pangan
Layout by Faith Reyes

22/08/2024

𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗔𝗙𝗔𝘁𝗶𝗱 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗼𝘀!

Come 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙖𝙠, 𝙒𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙚, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙠𝙚𝙩𝙘𝙝 with us mga CAFAtids! Only 5 days left to submit your application forms and portfolio, so make sure to click that submit button before August 27, 2024, 11:59 pm!

For full guidelines, please visit this post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/imPwqg6QgDbN5M5M/

21/08/2024

Heads up aspiring writers and journalists!

We are excited to announce that applications are now open for positions in both college and university-wide publications. This is an excellent opportunity for students to refine their journalistic skills and make significant contributions to our vibrant media community.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and become part of our dedicated team. By joining our publications, you will have the chance to cover a diverse range of stories and events, contributing to accurate and impactful storytelling that serves our community.

To apply, please use the link provided in the threads below. We look forward to your participation in shaping the future of our university’s media landscape.

COED - THE MENTORS JOURNAL
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1270300630942906&set=a.747598836546424&type=3&mibextid=NOb6eG

CBEA - THE EXECUTIVES
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/zrGu37nKbS7PtcJo/?mibextid=oFDknk

CAL - THE COMMUNIQUÉ
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/hG4unMUiYUtsHw6p/?mibextid=qi2Omg

CHTM - THE SIZZLERS
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1021165386678073&id=100063538645572&mibextid=CDWPTG

CAFA - CAFA SKETCH
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/f7nMG25YtoWJbFXh/?mibextid=xfxF2i

MENESES - DAMBANA PUBLICATION
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/v6sCzJaZpozJsHhj/?mibextid=oFDknk

SAN RAFAEL - PLUMALAYA
https://www.facebook.com/share/j1u5jPkzFnXFUp7L/?mibextid=oFDknk

CICT - CURSOR
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/si57t58ADCzi3P36/?mibextid=xfxF2i

BUSTOS - THE FORERUNNER
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/wKjsVpj5ETxNWRse/?mibextid=CTbP7E

UNIVERSITY - PACESETTER
https://www.facebook.com/100064073619917/posts/928397722639340/?app=fbl

20/08/2024

Mula una hanggang ikatlong palapag, apat na kamay ang payag.
Ano, tara? Maiba taya!

08. 27.2024



Illustrate by: Lord Matthew Mangahas

19/08/2024

𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱: 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗔𝗙𝗔 𝗦𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔.𝗬. 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

As a new academic year unfolds, 𝗖𝗔𝗙𝗔 𝗦𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗰𝗵, the official student publication of the College of Architecture and Fine Arts, Bulacan State University-Main Campus, reaffirms its commitment to delivering news with integrity, dedication, and a steadfast voice for the BulSUans.
The CAFA Sketch is honored to present the new set of Editorial Board for the academic year 2024-2025. Driven by brilliance and passion, the team is poised to uphold the journalistic legacy of the publication, continuing to 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸, 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲, and 𝗦𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗰𝗵 with purpose and excellence.

𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗿:
Arch. Ma. Teresa Gopez, UAP

𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿-𝗶𝗻-𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳:
Marijean Magtalas

𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿:
Nemar Dela Torre

𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿:
Benedict Oblena

𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿:
Mark Paul Bernal

𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿:
Angelie Dapitan

𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿:
Eini Dan Martinez

𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿:
Earl Ymann Tolentino

𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿:
Carrie Anne Manlapas

𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿:
Jan Edred Hernandez

17/08/2024

17/08/2024

Join the PaLAcast Membership Casting 2024! Visit their page for more details!

𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧, 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬?👀

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗟𝗔𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰!✨

The Circle of Landscape Architecture Students-Bulacan State University warmly invites you to this yearly membership drive. CLAS-BSU wants to be with you on this exciting trip. Come on, join us for this PaLAcast Membership Drive 2024 on August 17, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. via Google Meet. What are you waiting for? Let's make this school year memorable and special together!

Register now and be a part of this creative journey with us!
𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽.

𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨:
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𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙬𝙖𝙡 𝙤𝙛 𝙤𝙡𝙙 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨:
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📍We are also accepting future CLASmates from CAFA Architecture Department.
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Don't miss out on this chance to join. See you there, CLASmates!💚👋

𝙄𝙉 𝙋𝘼𝙍𝙏𝙉𝙀𝙍𝙎𝙃𝙄𝙋 𝙒𝙄𝙏𝙃:
R-Micck Digital Blueprint and Engineering Services - Malolos
Studio67 Blueprinting Malolos City
Capitol Brew Malolos
Project Workshop PH
Placida Arts and Crafts
BulSU Office Depot

𝘽𝙍𝙊𝙐𝙂𝙃𝙏 𝙏𝙊 𝙔𝙊𝙐 𝘽𝙔:
Kape Kapitolyo - Malolos

𝙎𝙋𝙀𝘾𝙄𝘼𝙇 𝙏𝙃𝘼𝙉𝙆𝙎 𝙏𝙊:
CAFA Sketch
BulSU CAFA Local Student Council

15/08/2024

𝗣𝗕𝗕𝗠 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 "𝗡𝗶𝗻𝗼𝘆 𝗔𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗗𝗮𝘆" 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟭 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟯, 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁 𝗮 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡:

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has moved the observance of Ninoy Aquino Day from August 21, 2024, to August 23, 2024. This shift designates the special non-working holiday on Friday, instead of the originally scheduled Wednesday.

The amendment revises Proclamation No. 368, s. 2023, which had previously declared August 21, 2024, as a special non-working holiday in commemoration of Ninoy Aquino Day.

As for Proclamation No. 665, s. 2024, this adjustment aims to promote domestic tourism while still preserving the historical significance of Ninoy Aquino Day.

Read more of the proclamation here: https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/LlbhWK

15/08/2024

FEATURE | 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝟰𝟰𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟱 via Angelie Dapitan

To commemorate the founding anniversary of Bulacan, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. declared August 15 a special non-working holiday in the province of Bulacan.

Bulacan was founded on August 15, 1578, marking this year's celebration as its 446th founding anniversary. In accordance with Section III of the New Provincial Administrative Code of 2007, August 15, 1578 is recognized as the founding date of the province of Bulacan. This day is also the feast day of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, who is the patroness of the province.

As a celebration for the founding anniversary, a commemorative program will be commenced in front of the Provincial Capitol Building, Antonio S. Bautista Bulacan Provincial Capitol Compound on Thursday, August 15, 2024, 8:00 am. The celebration is centered around the theme “Bulacan: Duyan ng Kasaysayan, Yaman ng Kinabukasan."

Over the last four centuries, Bulacan has been known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and progress. In this province — in the City of Malolos, its capital — has held some of the historical events such as the establishment of the First Republic Constitution in Asia, the 1899 Malolos Constitution, the establishment of Biak-na-Bato Republic in Biak na Bato, San Miguel, Bulacan, and many more.

Some of the prominent heroes are also born in the province of Bulacan such as the great propagandist, Marcelo H. Del Pilar and the hero of Tirad Pass, Gregorio del Pilar. Some of the country's greatest artists are also born in the province like the prince of Filipino poets, Francisco "Balagtas" Baltazar, the musician Nicanor Abelardo, and the nationalist sculptor Guillermo Tolentino.

Layout by Eini Dan Martinez
Photo by Patrickroque01 | http://surl.li/steagm

13/08/2024

SPORTS NEWS | 𝗣𝗛 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆'𝘀 𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗰 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱, 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝟯𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 via Mark Bernal

In a gripping showcase of perseverance and talent, the Philippines achieved another historic milestone at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Marking its 100th year participation at the Olympic Games, the Philippines sent 22 athletes to compete on the world stage. At the conclusion of the 33rd edition of the Summer Olympics in Paris on Sunday, August 11, the Philippines secured a 37th-place finish, tied with Hong Kong, China. This achievement was propelled by two gold medals from Carlos Yulo and two bronze medals from Aira Villegas and Nesthy Petecio. The country’s remarkable performance represents the Philippines’ most successful Olympic campaign to date, surpassing the 50th-place finish at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where the country secured one gold from Hidilyn Diaz, two silvers from Nesthy Petecio and Carlo Paalam, and one bronze from Eumir Marcial.

Carlos Yulo's outstanding performances in the men’s artistic gymnastics delivered the Philippines’ first two gold medals of the Games. Yulo dominated the floor exercise on August 3, earning an impressive average score of 15.000 points, and continued his winning streak by excelling in the men’s vault the following day, with a score of 15.116 points. His victories not only earned him the distinction of being the first Filipino man to win an Olympic gold medal but also made him the second Filipino athlete to achieve this honor, following weightlifting champion Hidilyn Diaz, who ended the nation's nearly century-long gold medal drought at the previous Tokyo Games. Yulo further made history as the first Asian gymnast to win two gold medals in a single Olympic Games.

Aira Villegas followed that up with a bronze medal in the Olympics after finishing in the semifinals of the women’s 50 kg division on August 7. Villegas' remarkable journey came to an end in the semifinals, where she was defeated by Turkey's Buse Naz Cakiroglu, who advanced to the gold-medal match by unanimous decision. This marked Villegas' Olympic debut, and her bronze medal finish is a significant accomplishment for the athlete.

Meanwhile, Nesthy Petecio earned a bronze medal on August 7 after a hard-fought semifinal against Poland’s Julia Szeremeta, who won in a split decision, 4-1. Although Petecio narrowly missed out on capturing the Philippines’ first-ever Olympic boxing gold, her achievement is still historic as she became the third Filipino to win a medal in two consecutive Olympics, following her silver in Tokyo 2020. Petecio joins the ranks of swimmer Teofilo Yldefonso, the first Filipino and Southeast Asian to win Olympic medals in 1928 and 1932, and weightlifter Hidilyn Diaz, who earned silver in Rio 2016 and claimed the country’s first gold in Tokyo 2020.

The 2024 Paris Olympics came to a close with the United States of America (USA) atop the medal table with 40 gold medals, 44 silvers, and 42 bronzes for a total of 126 medals, the most of any teams in this edition of Olympics. The People's Republic of China, Japan, Australia, and host France round out the top five.

Layout by Eini Dan Martinez

13/08/2024

NEWS | 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗥 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗩𝗢𝗜𝗖𝗘: 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗦𝗨𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 “𝗟𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗻: 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗙𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰” via Mark Bernal

𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟮, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 — The new academic year at Bulacan State University (BulSU) has been officially kicked-off with a powerful display of student activism as BulSUans participated in the "𝙇𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙣: 𝙁𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝙁𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰." This event, led by the BulSU Student Government (SG) in collaboration with Local Student Council (LSC) from various colleges, served as a platform for students to voice their grievances and concerns to the university.

The Snake Rally began yesterday afternoon at Mendoza Hall of the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy (CSSP), with students marching across the university grounds. The procession highlighted key issues, including problems with class schedules, the need for a more supportive environment for working students, growing concerns over the increased police presence on campus, and the demand for adequate funding for student publications.

The rally then culminated at the front of the BulSU Student Government Office, where the "Table Talks" program began. This public sectoral forum provided an opportunity for representatives from various student sectors to discuss their concerns. Speakers included Sheila Natividad from Pacesetter representing the Student Publication Sector, Vice President Mark Hilario from BulSU Saring Himig representing the Sociocultural Sector, Gemryl Therese Marcelino representing the Persons with Disability Sector, Senator Vincent Elijah Canlas representing the Student Social Welfare Sector, Lovely Vasquez representing the BulSU Bahaghari Committee, Senator Lovelace Ramos representing the Student Government, and Chairperson Sofia Lou Magtalas from the Office of the Student Organization and Activities. These discussions, led by the BulSU Student Government, focused on addressing the pressing issues faced by the student body inside the university.

The “Lagablaban: First Day Fight 2024” serves not just as activism, but as a movement that represents the students' determination to bring attention to the university's challenges and issues, to have their voices heard, and to advocate for meaningful solutions that will improve the academic and social environment at BulSU.

Photos by Carrie Anne Manlapas, Greta Pedersen, and Benedict Oblena

09/08/2024

Sports Feature | 𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗟𝗔𝗣: 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿 via Jasmin T. Jaud

Winning medals marked the peak of a journey that started with childish, playful dreams and evolved through years of relentless effort and commitment.

The road to success of an athlete is unknown, filled with different obstacles, ups and downs, full of doubts and what ifs. Climbing the mountain peak encountering the darkest path and gazing below the flair of light shows the sacrifices peeping in the heart of the victorious man standing above who conquers hardship.

Nerves and excitement swirl within like the whirlwind over the ambient noise of the crowd. Every routine, every skill masters, and every drop of sweat in training led to a singular moment. Walking into the competition floor, the familiar scent of chalk and equipment brings a sense of focus and purpose. Each movement is a blend of grace, precision, and power. On the balance beam, every step is a delicate dance between balance and bravery. A small misstep could mean a fall. The music pulses, syncing with the movements, tumbling passes, spins, and leaps come together in a sequence that tells a story.

Carlos “Caloy” P. Yulo, whose name is now synonymous with gymnastics brilliance, has had an incredible journey from his early years in Manila to becoming a world-renowned athlete. Being earnest at a young age showing natural aptitude quickly became evident capturing medals in early years is the setting stage for what would become a storied career. As well as Nesthy Petecio known for women’s 57kg boxing and Aira Villegas for women’s 50 kg boxing.

Olympics are more than just a contest for winning medals, it's also a celebration of potential, skills, and dedication where athletes push the boundaries of what is possible through the years of training and perseverance. The thrill of competition, the impact on athletes and the joy of the spectacle all come together to create an experience that will give pride and honour to our country.

Caloy bagging two gold, Nesthy Petecio and Aira Villegas for bronze are a huge prides for a small country giving the experience of both exhilarating and inspiring, dreaming for the national anthem to be played in Olympics. They are the epitome of athletes whose childhood dreams can be achieved by continuing to push through the limits of their abilities, reminding us to break the norms and showing true success through the power of determination and beauty of the Filipino spirit.

“𝙃𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙞 𝙥𝙖 𝙩𝙖𝙥𝙤𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙣.” While not every Filipino Olympian who competed in the Paris 2024 Olympics returned with a medal, you all brought back something far more valuable: stories of courage, perseverance, and heart. Your journeys were filled with challenges, but faced them head-on. Your stories serve as a powerful reminder that success is not just about winning but about the journey, the struggle, and the unwavering belief in oneself. Paris 2024 was a testament to the fact that Filipino athletes have the heart of champions, and your stories will continue to inspire for generations to come.

Honouring those people who never gave up, those who never stopped believing, and those who helped keep the flames blazing. Again, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the incredible athletes who participated in the Paris 2024 Olympics. Your steadfast commitment, tenacity, and outstanding performances have made our country immensely proud. Each of you has exemplified the true spirit of sportsmanship, inspiring millions around the world. Your achievements, both on and off the field, are a testament to your hard work and determination. We are grateful for your distinguished and honourable representation of the Philippines.

MABUHAY, ATLETANG PILIPINO!

Illustration by Joyce Pangan
Layout by Eini Dan Martinez

07/08/2024

SPORTS FEATURE | 𝗛𝗜𝗦-𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: 𝗬𝘂𝗹𝗼 𝗱𝗶𝗯𝘀 𝟮 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀 𝗢𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 via Ylai Lomotan

From being a 12-year-old dreamer of winning a gold in the South East Asian (SEA) Games to being a 2-time Gold Medalist in the Paris 2024 Olympics, Filipino Gymnast Carlos “Caloy” Edriel Poquiz Yulo makes history as the First Filipino to have a 2-consecutive gold medal wins for the Philippines.

Yulo started gymnastics in 2008, and became a representative of National Capital Region (NCR) in the Palarong Pambansa 2009 where he won his first medal in his signature event, the floor exercises.

As the gymnast from Malate, Manila competed for NCR in the Palarong Pambansa from 2009 to 2013, he bid goodbye to the local scene as he bagged gold medals in team events, individual all-arounds, and floor exercises, and also got silver in vaults.

With his burning passion and strong determination, he was then discovered by Japanese coaches and flew to Tokyo to train with this eventual coach, Munehiro Kugiyima. By this time, he was able to bag his first gold in the international scene in the 2014 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) School Games [formerly known as Youth SEA Games].

Yulo has already won 9 Gold Medals (all-around, floor exercise, pommel horse, vault, horizontal bars and still rings) and 9 Silver Medals in different categories in the SEA Games Artistic Gymnastics. He also has 10 Gold Medals, two Silver Medals and one Bronze Medal as he competed in the Asian Championships. Lastly, he has two Gold Medals, two Silver and two Bronze in the World Championships – technically, this Filipino Superstar has already rocked the international scene except the Olympics.

Despite being the ideal athlete, Yulo also faced difficulties while doing what he loves. During the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, his dream of getting a podium-finish and being the first Filipino to win an Olympic medal slipped as he failed to qualify in the all-round finals. Also, before the 2024 Paris Olympics, he parted ways with his long-time coach, Munehiro Kugiyima.

In the recent chapter of his story in the 2024 Paris Olympics, he also fell before finishing his routine in the pommel horse event, where he had a score of 11.900, the lowest score in Rotation 1. He also scored 13.933 in the rings in Rotation 2, 14.766 in the vaults, 14.500 in the parallel bars, 13.600 in the horizontal bars, and 14.333 in the floor exercises giving him a total score of 83.032, placing himself in the 12th place overall individual all-around.

Setbacks may come along but his passion and desire to win became his strength in order to come back stronger and wiser in the competition. He scored a perfect 15.000 points in the floor exercises, making him the No. 1 Seed in the tournament last Saturday, August 3, 2024. Adding up to his record is his tremendous 15.116-point finish in the vault event finals, claiming his 2nd Gold Medal in the Olympics, Sunday, August 4, 2024.

That day was a dream come true to the 12-year-old Yulo who competed for the Palarong Pambansa. Now, it feels like a fairytale as he finishes his Paris Olympics with 2-consecutive gold medal wins. His story has become history as he declared himself as the first Filipino man to win a gold medal in the Olympics, first Filipino gymnast to win a gold Olympic medal, first Filipino to win multiple Olympic medals and first Filipino to bring home multiple medals in a single Olympics. Yulo is also the first Asian gymnast to secure a 2 gold medal-finish in the olympics, one in the floor exercise and the other in the vault finals.

Layout by Benedict Oblena

06/08/2024

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗴 𝗻𝗶 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗦𝗨 𝗸𝗮𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗼: 𝗖𝗔𝗙𝗔, 𝗖𝗢𝗡, 𝗖𝗖𝗝𝗘, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 via Mark Bernal

𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟬𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 — Gearing up for the start of their college journey, Freshmen from College of Architecture and Fine Arts (CAFA), College of Nursing (CON), College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE), and College of Arts and Letters (CAL) , marked their official entry to the university with their “𝙃𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙤𝙜 𝙣𝙞 𝘽𝙪𝙡𝙎𝙐 𝙠𝙖𝙮 𝘽𝙪𝙣𝙨𝙤: 𝙁𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙝𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙊𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰”, held at the Valencia Hall, Bulacan State University (BulSU)- Main Campus.

Ms. James Anne Aquino served as the master of the ceremony. The event kickstarted with a video presentation showcasing a heartfelt invocation, the national anthem, and BulSU Hymn performed by BulSU Saring Himig.

Dr. Romeo DC. Inasoria, Chancellor of BulSU-Main Campus, extended a warm welcome to the freshmen for the Academic Year (A.Y.) 2024-2025. Following his address, Dr. Edgardo M. Santos, Vice President for Academic Affairs, delivered an inspirational message through a recorded video, motivating the first-year students as they face the challenges of their forthcoming academic journey. Subsequently, Dr. Teody C. San Andres, President of BulSU, shared a message via a recorded video, further encouraging the freshmen.

After the speeches delivered by the university heads, the first segment of the orientation program officially started. This segment focused on Student Affairs and Services, inaugurated by Assoc. Prof. Joseph Roy F. Celestino, Dean of Student Affairs and Services- Main Campus. The orientation proceeded with the introduction of the university's Student Affairs and Services units by their respective heads. Following that, the BulSU Hyper Dynamics captivated the audience with their vibrant and rhythmic performance. Their energetic dance set the entire Valencia Hall abuzz with enthusiasm.

After the intermission number, the event proceeds to its second segment, the orientation of institutional services. Subsequently, the BulSU Office of Culture and Arts (OCA) Media Group presented a Same Day Edit (SDE) video, which hyped the audience once again. Following the video presentation, the Governors of CAFA, CON, CCJE, and CAL delivered their short speeches to welcome the new BulSUan students. The program officially concluded with a singing of the BulSU March.

The “Handog ni Bulsu kay Bunso: Freshmen Orientation 2024” introduces the first-year students to their new academic environment, providing valuable information about the campus resources, services, and academic expectations.

Photos by Carrie Anne Manlapas, Benedict Oblena, Nemar dela Torre, and Marijean Magtalas

05/08/2024

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 | Handog ni BulSU kay Bunso: Freshmen Orientation 2024 via Mark Bernal

Freshmen are currently gathering at the Valencia Hall of Bulacan State University (BulSU) Main Campus for the annual first-year students’ orientation, “𝙃𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙤𝙜 𝙣𝙞 𝘽𝙪𝙡𝙎𝙐 𝙠𝙖𝙮 𝘽𝙪𝙣𝙨𝙤.” The College of Architecture and Fine Arts (CAFA) is scheduled for their freshmen orientation today, along with College of Nursing (CON), College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE), and College of Arts and Letters (CAL).

The orientation will introduce freshmen to their new academic environment, providing valuable information about the campus resources, services, and academic expectations.

Photos by Carrie Anne Manlapas, Nemar Delatorre and Marijean Magtalas

03/08/2024

27/07/2024

27/07/2024

𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗦𝗨 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟵 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟳

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡:

The Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs released the Office Memorandum No. 50, Series of 2024, stating the updated calendar for July 29 to August 17. Approved by VP Santos, the new schedule for the first day of classes will be on August 12, Monday. See the picture below for more info and please be guided accordingly.