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05/09/2024

𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛: The "Workshop on Strengthening the World-Class Status of Mindanao State University" brought together MSU faculties, deans, and Vice chancellors for a day of collaboration and strategic planning on September 3, 2024.

Dr. Gaudencio C. Petalcorin Jr., PhD, highlighted the importance of publishing evidence to support the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SGDs), key to achieving international recognition. Stay tuned for the full recap and insights on how MSU is advancing towards a world-class standard.

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05/09/2024

Dr. Abamo highlighted that the Mindanao State University-Main Campus can easily surpass the MSU–IIT in the University Ranking now that the Main Campus is aware of the different benchmarks for world-class universities.

“Kaya natin kasi ang dami nating ginagawa but the thing is we are not documenting it. Now that we are oriented, now that we know how to document, and what to document, I believe po that we could be at par with IIT muna and then later on, we will lead ‘no? We will lead now the system being the main campus,” said Dr. Abamo and ended her speech with, “If you study, you will live but, if you do research, you will lead.”

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04/09/2024

𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛: The 63rd MSU Foundation Day brought together students, faculty, and staff in a vibrant celebration of our university’s legacy on September 1, 2024, with the theme: "MSU: Fostering a Harmonious Balance Between Technology and Humane Learning." Join us as we reflect on the day’s highlights and the enduring spirit of MSU.

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04/09/2024

For the publication year 2024-2025, the official student publication of MSU College of Information and Computing Sciences (CICS) is opening its doors to all aspiring students who want to join the team.

This year, the publication is looking for (4) writers, (2) graphic artists, (2) layout artists, (2) photojournalists, (2) video editors, (2) motion graphic artists, (2) broadcasters, and (2) cartoonists.

The application is open to all with a passion to serve the college through the publication team. Our mission is to elevate the college through the lens of the students—writing history, publishing truth, and amplifying voices.

To apply, please send your application intent along with your sample works to The Cursor's official email address: [email protected].

The deadline for applications is September 13, 2024. If you have any concerns regarding the application process, please message us through our social media channels.

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03/09/2024

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪: A workshop is being conducted today, September 3, at the CHTM Pavilion to strengthen the Mindanao State University's world-class status. The lectures include the International Benchmark for World-class Universities, Assessment of the Initiatives of MSU Marawi on the Sustainable Development Goals using International Benchmark, and other program synthesis from different significant speakers.

Photos by Abdul Rahman Mustapha

01/09/2024

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦: A parade took place today, September 1, for the opening of MSU 63rd founding anniversary with the theme, "MSU: Fostering Harmonious Balance Between Technology and Humane Learning".

Photos by Abdul Rahman Mustapha and Alyasa Sumo

30/08/2024

𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛: The 2nd Ranao ICT Summit culminated on August 28, 2024, at the Provincial Capitol Gymnasium offering opportunities for networking, knowledge exchange, and collaboration.

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29/08/2024

The event concluded with team "TrashFormers" from CICS as the winner with their innovation titled "MARAWaste" aiming to create a cleaner and smarter environment through an AI-Powered application.

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28/08/2024

The highly anticipated 2nd Ranao ICT Summit took place today, August 28, 2024, at the Provincial Capitol Gymnasium in Marawi City. With the theme: “Advancing Digital Transformation for Lanao del Sur Vision 2040,” the summit brought together a diverse group of government officials, industry leaders, students, and tech enthusiasts—all united by a common vision to leverage ICT for the advancement of the community.

READ MORE: https://thecursorpublication.wordpress.com/2024/08/28/2nd-ranao-ict-summit-bringing-innovation-and-digital-transformation-in-lanao-del-sur/

28/08/2024

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪: The Province of Lanao del Sur, together its distinguished partners and stakeholders from both the private and government sectors, is holding its 2nd Ranao ICT Summit at the Lanao del Sur Provincial Gymnasium with the theme: "Advancing Digital Transformation for Lanao del Sur 2040."

Hundreds of participants, mostly IT students seeking opportunities beyond the IT field, are attending the event, which features various IT professionals and showcases future IT-related programs and businesses.

Photo by Abdul Hakim Hadji Usman and Rupert Guinggue

26/08/2024

𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗢𝗘𝗦 𝗗𝗔𝗬: A Day to Remember the Hearts That Shaped Our Nation

Every 26th day of August, the Philippines takes a moment to celebrate National Heroes Day, a day dedicated to the brave Filipinos who contributed to the history of our country. Aside from the holidays, Filipinos have an opportunity to remember those who sacrificed their lives to protect the country's freedom and independence.

The Philippines is a country built on the courage and strength of its heroes. Famous leaders like Jose Rizal, who advocated reforms within the Spanish colonial system, and Andres Bonifacio, who led the anti-colonial struggle and fought for the country’s independence. Aside from these well-known figures, there were many ordinary Filipinos who went above and beyond to ensure a brighter future for our nation. These warriors, from the Katipuneros who fought in the revolution to women like Gabriela Silang who stood up to foreign invaders, Melchora Aquino, who risked her life to care for wounded Katipuneros, offering her home and providing them with food and medical action. Their stories of sacrifice and patriotism are unforgettable stories in the Philippine history.

While National Heroes Day honors individuals from the past, it also highlights the heroes of today. We have Modern heroes, including frontline workers who risked their life during the COVID-19 outbreak, overseas Filipino workers who endure extended separations from their homes for their loved ones, and ordinary individuals who advocate for human rights and social justice. It reminds us that courage is not only found on the pages of history, but also lives for those who stand up for the country.

National Heroes Day is not only a time to remember heroes in the past and present, but also to think about how we can preserve their legacy. Let's not forget their stories that reminds us about our freedom in the hands of the invaders. The challenges we face today may be different from the past, but our courage to take the challenge is still firm and steady. National Heroes Day is a reminder that we all have a heroic spirit to build and strive for a stronger nation. To have a better future for the next generations.


Words by Somaimah Gopuntao Ampaso
Photo by Emmanuel Nicolas Jr.

26/08/2024

The faculty members from two departments of the College of Information and Computing Sciences (CICS) convened, last Thursday, August 22, at the CICS Accreditation Room, to re-evaluate the common courses across the BS Information Technology (IT), BS Information Systems (IS) and BS Computer Science (CS) curricula.

READ MORE: https://thecursorpublication.wordpress.com/2024/08/26/cics-optimizes-common-courses-in-bsit-bsis-bscs-curricula/

21/08/2024

𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗢𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗡: Ang College Orientation ng CICS para sa taong 2024 ay ginanap noong ika-20 ng Agosto, sa International Convention Center. Tampok ang mga mahahalagang impormasyon at inspirasyon para sa ating mga bago at dating CICSmarters.

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21/08/2024

Introducing the dynamic team behind The Cursor for the publication 2024-2025. Meet our new Editorial Board, dedicated to ‘Pointing the Future’ with fresh perspectives and bold ideas.

Get ready for an exciting year of insightful stories and campus highlights. Stay tuned for what’s next!

18/08/2024

A self-serving leader is all about selfishness, which is the opposite of what leadership should be. Unfortunately, this is common in our government, where leaders manipulate the public, especially the poor, to serve their own interests or gain popularity.

READ MORE: https://thecursorpublication.wordpress.com/2024/08/18/the-paradox-of-leadership-deception-of-power/

17/08/2024

This school year, our second regular release is making its debut. Building on the success of our first release, this edition delves deeper into the intersection of current trends and emerging technologies, exploring how they impact the Earth at its core.

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17/08/2024

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦: CICSmarters join the College Do-Day conducted by the MSU-Bytes today, August 17. The students were divided into eleven areas to ensure an effective beautification of the college.

Photos by Lanz Peredeon Lozaldo and Abdul Hafiz Malawani

11/08/2024

Prof. Renato Jose Maria V. Molano of De La Salle University (DLSU) Manila visited Mindanao State University (MSU) – Main Campus in Marawi City to deliver a talk on Leadership Training. It was made possible by the MSU Main Supreme Student Government (SSG) to take place at the Meranaw Cultural Heritage Center in the afternoon of August 8, 2024, Wednesday. Student leaders from the various colleges of Mindanao State University participated in Prof. Molano’s seminar to seek new insights into their endeavors as student leaders.


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06/08/2024

𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛: Mindanao State University celebrates ASEAN Month 2024, CICS joins other MSU constituents in front of San Antonio Isidro Hall for the opening program of the month-long celebration today, August 5.

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06/08/2024

The IALO commenced the ASEAN Month 2024 celebration composed of two parts. Featuring the invocation, singing of the Philippine National Anthem, singing of the Bangsamoro Hymn, and ASEAN Hymn. The venue of the program was dotted with MSU employees and faculties, ornamented with various attires from various ASEAN countries.

READ MORE: https://thecursorpublication.wordpress.com/2024/08/06/mindanao-state-university-raises-asean-flags-for-asean-2024-month-celebration/

02/08/2024

𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛: The tribute for the CICS graduates and parents for the Batch Sahaya happened this July 30, 2024, at the CICS Lobby highlighting the achievements and watershed moments in their stay at the college.

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01/08/2024

After the pre-commencement exercises at the Dimaporo Gymnasium, the graduates, with their parents, proceeded to have lunch provided by the MSU-BYTES Student Council to recognize their achievements as they opened a new chapter in their lives.

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27/07/2024

𝗖𝗜𝗖𝗦 𝗛𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗦: How to survive in IT/IS/CS/CpE?

Are you part of the freshmen IT/IS/CS/CpE students? Do you feel anxious, scared or lost in the world of information technology? Let's embark on a journey to self-discovery and to unleash your full potential in creating innovative and sustainable solutions to the information age.

In the infinite edifice of information and computing sciences, you are free to feel everything above the sun. During your stay, you may feel lost and find yourself looking back to your decision. At this rate, you will have your own unique struggles that dares you to fortify your mind and challenge you to solidify your foundation.

There will be a point at your stay where you are decided to jump out of the building and let your hands slip be carried by the strong wind. On this floor, you may find a hard time to look for the switch button to stop the elevator and choose the window as a door as an escape plan.

However, let us not forget to take pause for a moment for us to take a rest and ask for advice. In the crossroads of expectations, we should only choose the pressure that makes us a better person.

As you struggle, it is important to recognize that everyone has a different timeline. All you need to survive is to set your mindset forward. To do so, here are the set of tips and functions you must have to be an effective IT/IS/CS student and achieve your dream life and course.

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26/07/2024

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦: The organizers for the 2nd Ranao ICT Summit convened to plan and lay the blueprints for the returning conference that will feature the state of the ICT field in the glorious Lake Lanao. Among the sponsors and organizers for the upcoming summit that were present were the Provincial Information and Communications Technology Office (PICTO), Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), MSU CICS, MSU BYTES, LinkCode, POINTERS, and The Cursor with ITS Marawi spearheading the meeting. Stay tuned for updates on the 2nd Ranao ICT Summit!

Photos by Aisah Jenan Lacsaman

25/07/2024

Before the University Intramural Games (UIG) 2024 takes place, the official student publication of MSU College of Information and Computing Sciences presents you its first sports folio where we can visit the history made by the CICS T-Rex at the Pantaw a Mareg orb during the Sagayan 2023: The Battle of Heroes.

Access it here to get your e-copy: https://tinyurl.com/CursorVolNo4IssueII

25/07/2024

Due to some editorial constraints, it took months to finish the very first special issue of the official student publication of MSU College of Information and Computing Sciences about Pride Month and is now available in digital.

Access it here to get your e-copy: https://tinyurl.com/CursorVolNo4IssueI

20/07/2024

𝗜𝗖𝗬𝗠𝗜: A new controversy sparked on June 9th when the government, under the leadership of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., released Memorandum Circular No. 52, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin. The memorandum mandates that all government agencies perform the new hymn to instill the “Bagong Pilipinas” brand.

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19/07/2024

A new controversy sparked on June 9th when the government, under the leadership of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., released Memorandum Circular No. 52, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin. The memorandum mandates that all government agencies perform the new hymn to instill the “Bagong Pilipinas” brand. This requirement extends to educational institutions such as state universities and colleges, making it a part of the government’s agenda. This seems like a dubious form of propaganda. Making it mandatory feels even worse and potentially unconstitutional.

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12/07/2024

𝗜𝗖𝗬𝗠𝗜: Department chairpersons, officials, and faculty members present at the event in their respective venues. Linkcode and Pointers Computing Society are the organizing team of their respective department summit, joining their professors to maintain the flow of the program.

In advancing their strategies and practices, the Department of Information Sciences (DIS) convened its academic summit at the Research and Extension Room and the Department of Computing Sciences (D…