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PCNL Express News, San Antonio, Agoo (2025)

02/12/2025

𝑷𝑪𝑵𝑳 𝑺𝒎𝒂𝒔𝒉𝒆𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝑽𝒊𝒄𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒊𝒏 𝑳𝑼𝑷𝑹𝑰𝑺𝑨𝑨 2025 𝑻𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝑻𝒆𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒔 𝑻𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒂𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕

With the unwavering vigor of victory and a spirit of perseverance, the Table Tennis players of the Philippine College of Northwestern Luzon (PCNL) exhibited their remarkable performance in the La Union Private Schools Athletic Association (LUPRISAA) 2025 at the Northern Philippine College for Maritime, Science, and Technology (NPCMST) on November 19, 2025. Conquering the force of diverse college institutions in La Union, they successfully represented the power and resilience of PCNL.

Spending most of their days refining their strength and skills, the players triumphantly secured their spot in victory with the help of their encouraging coaches, Sir Byron Rivera and Mr. Novie P. Bayal, who guided them through thick and thin.

In the Men’s Division, Bryan Steve Sampaga ranked first place with a silver medal in the first singles. Followed by Vincent Claude Rivera, who placed second in the second singles—receiving a bronze medal.

Steimar Grace O. Robles then secured first place and received a silver medal in the first singles of the Women’s Division. Claiming her victory, Mary Grace Castillo reigned as the champion of the second singles with a gold medal.

Arianne G. Galvan and Llanlyn Marie F. Mercado then placed second in the first doubles—acquiring a bronze medal.

Congratulations to all of our athletes for bringing honor to the school! Your success reflects not only your talent but the strength of our entire community. PCNL beams with pride at your accomplishments.

Writer | Fevee Anica
Layout by | Sapphire Barbie, Bryan Steve Sampaga

01/12/2025

𝑪𝒂𝒏 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒇𝒆𝒆𝒍 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒎𝒂𝒔 𝒗𝒊𝒃𝒆? 𝑳𝒆𝒕'𝒔 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒅𝒐𝒘𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝒘𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒖𝒍 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓. 🕰️🎉

Layout by | Sapphire Baribie Kumar

30/11/2025

𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑫𝒂𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑨𝒏𝒅𝒓𝒆́𝒔 𝑩𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒇𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒐

Today, we honor the birth anniversary of "Andrés Bonifacio", one of the nation’s greatest heroes and the symbol of the Filipino struggle for freedom. Born with humble beginnings yet driven by extraordinary courage. Bonifacio ignited the revolution that paved the way for our independence.

As we remember his life and legacy, may we be inspired by his unwavering love for the Philippines and his determination to fight for justice and dignity. His spirit reminds us that every Filipino carries the power to help shape a better, braver, and more compassionate nation.

Mabuhay ang alaala ni Andrés Bonifacio! 🇵🇭

Writer | Arc Ulat
Layout by | Sapphire Barbie

26/11/2025

𝑫𝒆𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑷𝒓𝒊𝒅𝒆 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑷𝑪𝑵𝑳 𝑼𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚

After some initial circumstances that postponed the event, the Philippine College of Northwestern Luzon (PCNL) Sports Fest 2025 successfully concluded with an anticipating thrilling display of skills, strategy, and sportsmanship, proving to be a spectacular and resounding end.

Students from various departments set aside for a while their pens and papers, shows enthusiasm in joining the three days’ event – transforming the campus grounds into a battleground of friendly rivalry and athleticism. Excitement plastered on each student’s faces, and intense atmosphere was evident across all events, fostering fulfillment and enduring bond of camaraderie.

The evening’s closing program, which took place right after the Libnos ti PCNL 2025 event, culminated with the awarding of trophies, cash prizes, and certificates to the outstanding performers and well-deserving winners, recognizing their dedication and exceptional performances.

Looking at the final tally for the PCNL Sports Fest 2025, the following emerged as the overall winner:

CHAMPION: Golden Griffin- 1,321 pts
First Place: Midnight Panther- 1,228 pts
Second Place: Alpha Dragon- 984 pts
Third Place: Blue Eagles- 947 pts
Fourth Place: Red Raven- 852 pts
Fifth Place: Yellow Mockingjay- 715 pts

In conclusion, the Golden Griffin from Information Technology (IT) Department grabbed the championship crown in a decisive victory. Proving that they earned the right to be called ‘Golden’, and hailed as the overall champion.

Beyond that, this year’s Sports Fest left an indelible mark – commending every student for their dedication and heart to compete fiercely and celebrate graciously, ensuring the spirit of PCNL shines brighter than ever. Perfectly embodied the Sports Fest 2025 theme: “Fostering Camaraderie and Incorporating Qualitas Et Excellentiam in every play”, where each department’s ultimate fulfillment will resonate across PCNL, fueling both academic and athletic pursuits.

Writer | Princess Mae Polic Ew
Layout | Sapphire Barbie

20/11/2025

𝑫𝒐𝒖𝒃𝒍𝒆 4.0! 𝑼𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒑𝒑𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝑪𝒉𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒐: 𝑹𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒂 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑶𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒂 𝑨𝒅𝒗𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒔

Jiester Andrew Rivera of Bachelor of Secondary Education, Major in English and Jhomel Orencia of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, made history as PCNL’s first ever Regional chess qualifiers after an impressive performance at the LU PRISAA Chess Competition. Rivera showed oustanding ability finishing in first place under board three, while Orencia claimed first under board one-- both advancing to the Regionals. Rivera and Orencia’s perfect 4.0 was amazing, and it was the first time for PCNL in a Chess event for LU PRISAA 2025.

Congratulations to Rivera and Orencia for their outstanding performance and dedication!

Writer | Anjeelah Mamaril
Layout by | Sapphire Barbie

20/11/2025

“𝑬𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉: 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝑨𝒈𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒕 𝑩𝒖𝒍𝒍𝒚𝒊𝒏𝒈, 𝑫𝒓𝒖𝒈𝒔, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑬𝒂𝒓𝒍𝒚 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒈𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒚” 𝑺𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒓 𝑫𝒓𝒂𝒘𝒔 𝑺𝒕𝒖𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝑻𝒐𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑨𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏

The seminar titled “Empowering Youth: Standing Strong Against Bullying, Drugs, and Early Pregnancy” was conducted at the Agoo Montessori Learning Center Covered Court, bringing together six departments—Accountancy, Information Technology, Criminology, Education, Business Administration, and Civil Engineering for a half-day program held from 8:00am to 12:00pm on November 7, 2025.

Led by SSC President Ms. Nathalie Valdez, the event opened with a Doxology, followed by the singing of the National Anthem and the PCNL hymn. Ms. Valdez then introduced the Vice President for Accademic Affairs, Dr. Conrado B. Dumo, who delivered his welcoming message for the guest speaker, Hon. Antonio C. Eslao, Vice Mayor of Agoo, La Union, together with representatives from the Philippine Coast Guard, the Philippine National Police, Bureau of Fire Protection and the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology.

Hon. Eslao, as the resource speaker, delivered a powerful and inspirational talk centered on teenage pregnancy, bullying, and academic discipline. He emphasized the importance of consistent study habits, stating, “The best time to review is now and every day”, and reminded students to “always learn something everyday”.

Following this, Ms. Donalyn Lalan and Lt. Jun B. Nisperos discussed the different types of bullying and highlighted issues of teenage pregnancy within Agoo. Mr. Resalam P. Gagarbite then presented a comprehensive discussion on drug addiction, its effects, substance misuse, and the pressure students face that may lead them to illegal drug use. He reinforced his message with a well-known quote from former President Duterte: “Huwag mo subukan, masisira ang buhay mo”.

Hon. Eslao also entertained participants with a short intermission number during the first and second batches of the program, showcasing their talents. He shared personal experiences of being bullied during his secondary school years and introduced Mr. Mart Deserva, who spoke about self-leadership, confidence, and disaster preparedness. His key reminders included: “Self trust in decision-making and integrity...your actions today will shape your future,”
and the importance of self-awareness and self-compassion, encouraging students to “cut the cycle and change yourself”

In the second session, Ms. Jessie R. Quiadez, BJMP nurse, highlighted the agency’s anti-drug campaign and reminded students of the principle, “No to drugs, yes to life”. This was followed by Mr. Nico C. Tampo of the BFP, who discussed bullying, early pregnancy, and the role of the BFP in responding not only to fires but also to man made emergencies.

As the successful event came to a close, Ms. Jomalyn Aquino, together with Ms. Aprilyn R. Serdoniola and Dr. Conrado B. Dumo, awarded the certificates of appreciation and tokens to the speakers.

Writer | Anjeelah Mamaril

18/11/2025

𝑴𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: 𝑺𝒂𝒇𝒆 𝑴𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒔, 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒔: 𝑩𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑨 𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑺𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒐𝒍 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕

In a promoting effort to advocate mental health, PCNL brought together all first-year students in a seminar-workshop under the theme "Mental Health Celebration: Safe Minds, Strong Hearts: Building A Supportive School Community" held in Agoo Montessori Covered Court on October 30, 2025, 8:00-5:00. This attempts to fully understand, recognize, and encourage the significance of preserving mental health for a happier and more fruitful life.

PCNL President, Dr. Vicente D. Ching, gave a motivational speech to the participants who were both physically and emotionally involved at the seminar. Dr. Conrado B. Dumo, Vice President for Academic Affairs, also delivered an inspirational speech in which he advised students on how to manage stress and the importance of our pursuit of mental health and wellness.

Building on these fundamental ideas, the workshop was divided into two groups: those for BSA, BSIT, and BSCE students held in the morning, and those for BSBA, BSE, EDUC, and BSCRIM students in the afternoon.

Ms. Danica Andrea F. Lopez, RPm, and Ms. Milcendane Luoise P. Alegando, RPm, CHRA, they gave a session about "The Power of Belonging — Why Connection Matters in College Life". According to them, "True belonging means being accepted for who you really are — not for how well you fit in, but for how authentically you show up." She also highlighted some resources and support systems, including safety assurance, empathic listening, and offering free comfort and helpful assistance, underscoring its critical role in promoting emotional resilience and wellbeing.

In the afternoon, "How to Support a Friend," was the central topic of the speakers, they talked about the need of understanding and being mindful with what if applicable while dealing with someone's mental health. Students were captivated by Ms. Alegando and Ms. Lopez discussions about mental health bingo game, they used it as an introduction enabling the students remain passionate and lively until the end of the session.

Ms. Nathalie Valdez, SSC President, Aprilyn Serdeniola, the Student Affairs Dean, Janine Caoile, the Guidance Facilitator,and Dr. Conrado B. Dumo, ultimately presented a token of appreciation to the resource speakers for the day who made students have the confidence to know that sometimes it's okay not to be okay.

Writer | Sophia Kyle
Photo by | Rene Carrera, Kaycee Peralta

17/11/2025

𝑨 𝑫𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒅𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒓𝒊𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒚 𝑫𝒆𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕

On October 21 and 22,2025, on a radiant morning, the Bachelor of Science in Criminology commemorates its 10th anniversary with a theme titled "Laro ng Lahi Diwa ng Karunungan: Celebrating 10 Years of Criminology Department" on the PCNL institution.

This event was hosted by Ms. Donna Adona, the Governor of Criminology. The event commenced at 7:00-7:30 where it inaugurates with the parade where each year level showcased their majorette and vibrant get up.

It was then followed by the Doxology, singing of the National anthem, and the PCNL hymn. Next, the program continued with the introduction of the board of judges for the majorette competition--- Mr. Rodolf Jacildo, Mr. June Ocampo, and Mr. Michael Paul Lagliva. The event proceeded with the majorettes captivating performance. After their brilliant presentation where it proceeded by the awarding of the judges' certificates.

This was then subsequently followed by the most awaited event on this anniversary which is the laro ng lahi, where it was then continued during the second day.

On the second day, students also displayed their skills and creativity in Criminology’s Got Talent. The panel of judges included Mr. Sean Cedric Alambra, Mr. Byron Rivera, and Ms. Noime L. Gacad.

Following the talent show was the awarding ceremony. In the Majorette Competition, the first year students emerged as champions. In the Basketball Women category, the third-year students claimed the championship title, while in the Men’s Basketball, the second-year team secured their victory. For Criminology’s Got Talent, the champions were the third-year Block A students,
and in the Team Building competition, the White Team was declared the overall champion.

As this decade-long celebration came to a close, the event marked another successful milestone for the Criminology Department.

Writer | Anjeelah Mamaril

16/11/2025

𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑮𝑹𝑨𝑻𝑼𝑳𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑺 𝑻𝑶 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑳𝑰𝑩𝑵𝑶𝑺 𝑻𝑰 𝑷𝑪𝑵𝑳 2025 𝑪𝑯𝑨𝑴𝑷𝑰𝑶𝑵!

PCNL EXPRESS NEWS | THE CROWNING MOMENT

The night of grace, glamor, and intelligence reached its pinnacle with the highly anticipated announcement of the LIBNOS TI PCNL 2025 winner! It was a moment of soaring anticipation that ended in a massive wave of celebration.

OUR CHAMPION
After shining brightly in every segment—from the power-walks of the Sportswear segment to the crucial wit displayed in the question-and-answer round—the judges made their final decision.

The coveted title of the first-ever LIBNOS TI PCNL 2025 WINNER goes to:

CANDIDATE #6 from BSIT (Information Technology)!
The audience erupted in well-deserved cheers as the name was announced, capturing the moment the BSIT candidate secured the title that celebrates "Wit, Beauty, and Inclusivity.

Congratulations to our champion! Your victory marks a brilliant new chapter in PCNL's history!

16/11/2025

𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑮𝑹𝑨𝑻𝑼𝑳𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑺 𝑻𝑶 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑷𝑪𝑵𝑳 2025 𝑻𝑶𝑷 3!

PCNL EXPRESS NEWS

The stage of Libnos ti PCNL 2025 narrowed to the three most outstanding individuals, who stood tall through every round and delivered brilliant answers in the final Q&A segment. Their journey epitomizes the theme of "Wit, Beauty, and Inclusivity.

Congratulations once again to our phenomenal Top 3! Your success illuminates the future of PCNL!

Layout by | Sapphire Kumar, Arc Ulat

16/11/2025

𝑪𝑬𝑳𝑬𝑩𝑹𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑬𝑿𝑪𝑬𝑳𝑳𝑬𝑵𝑪𝑬: 𝑳𝑰𝑩𝑵𝑶𝑺 𝑻𝑰 𝑷𝑪𝑵𝑳 2025 𝑺𝑷𝑬𝑪𝑰𝑨𝑳 𝑨𝑾𝑨𝑹𝑫 𝑾𝑰𝑵𝑵𝑬𝑹𝑺!

PCNL EXPRESS NEWS

The first-ever Libnos ti PCNL 2025 was a spectacular showcase of talent, wit, and beauty, and we are proud to honor the candidates who excelled in various segments and captured the hearts of our sponsors and the online community!

Congratulations to the following outstanding awardees for their superb performances throughout the night:

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