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29/05/2026

𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧!
𝗖𝗦𝗦𝗣 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 7𝘁𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘂𝗺

Recognizing the excellence, innovation, and research competence of fourth-year Intellectuals, the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy (CSSP) Research Management Unit (RMU) officially unveiled the list of outstanding students from the different departments of the college, excluding the Human Services Department, during the 7th CSSP Research Colloquium held on May 8, 2026.

Carrying the theme, “Strengthening Research on Social Issues and Human Development Toward Sustainable Futures,” the colloquium served as a platform for graduating students to present research studies that address contemporary social realities, human experiences, and community-centered issues through academic inquiry and evidence-based analysis.

From the Psychology Department, the following students were recognized as Best Research Presenters:

1. Raymond B. Figueroa — “Beyond the Norm: Exploring the Lived Experiences of Parents Raising Fully Q***r Children”

2. Simmone Luciana E. Sillano — “Test Development and Validation of the Mental Health Hygiene Scale”

3. Jacey Murielle C. Balboa — “Emotional Intimacy and Perceived Social Support as Predictors of Grief among Primary Caregivers of Persons with Chronic Illness-Related Disease”

Meanwhile, the Best Research Papers from the Psychology Department were:

1. “Test Development and Validation of the Mental Health Hygiene Scale”

2. "Panukat ng Pagpapalugod: Towards the Development and Psychometric Evaluation of a Filipino People-Pleasing Tendency Scale”

3. “Beyond the Norm: Exploring the Lived Experiences of Parents Raising Fully Q***r Children”

In the Social Work Department, the following students earned recognition as Best Research Presenters:

1. Amiel Kendall A. Opinaldo — “Unveiling Stories of Former Social Work Student Leaders on Their Journey to the Profession”

2. Sharmaine T. Nantiza — “Children Raised by a Solo Parent Father: A Qualitative Inquiry”

3. Jov Daniel L. De Pedro — “Navigating Fatherhood and Academia: Exploring the Experiences of Student-Solo Fathers in a State University”

The Best Research Papers from the Social Work Department were:

1. “Entrepreneurial Journey of Ayta Mag Antsi: A Qualitative Descriptive Study”

2. “Children Raised by a Solo Parent Father: A Qualitative Inquiry”

3. “Manima: Lived Experiences of Fishermen”

Lastly, the recognized Best Research Presenters from the Sociology Department were:

1. Kate Frances D. Cortez — “Tradition Over Innovation: Exploring Elderly Farmers’ Resistance to Agricultural Modernization in Cabiao, Nueva Ecija”

2. Genna M. Laxamana — “Turning of Faith: Religious Conversion and Its Role in Group Identity, Social Relations, and Social Organizations Among the Aeta Community in Selected Provinces of Central Luzon”

3. Shiela S. Octiva — “The Structural, Community and Personal Dimensions of Coastal Teaching in Macabebe, Pampanga”

The Best Research Papers from the Sociology Department were:

1. “The Structural, Community and Personal Dimensions of Coastal Teaching in Macabebe, Pampanga”

2. “Whispers of Hope: Sustainable Indigenous Food Security Practices of Aeta Community in Bamban, Tarlac”

3. “Tradition Over Innovation: Exploring Elderly Farmers’ Resistance to Agricultural Modernization in Cabiao, Nueva Ecija”

The recognition of these outstanding presenters and papers stands as a testament to CSSP’s continuing pursuit of academic excellence and its enduring contribution to the advancement of Social Sciences. Their studies not only reflected academic competence but also emphasized the importance of research in understanding social realities, amplifying marginalized voices, and contributing meaningful knowledge toward sustainable human development. | via Elisha Lagman

𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Kevin Bacani
Franzes Dianne David

24/05/2026

𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀! 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗮 𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗻—
𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄, 𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗮?

Ihanda na ang mga katinko, highlighter at mga sarili para sa umaatikabo at sandamakmak na outputs na kailangang i-accomplish para sa final semester.

Kung puwedeng magpa-cute na lang sa mga reviewers na ‘to para matapos na. Wow peace!

But in all seriousness, dahil ang final semester ang tinaguriang final boss ng mga college student, take it as a stepping stone para sa kalakip na achievement at opportunity pagkatapos nito. Fuel your mind with positivity and learning at pataasin ito—hindi ang presyo, kundi ang kargado bago umarangkada patungo sa katapusan ng semester. At lalong lalo, do not forget na pumreno and take a break once in a while.

Samahan mo ng kilos ang dasal. Kaya mo ‘yan!

𝑰𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒕 𝒏𝒊 Leila Jazmine Carpio
𝑫𝒊𝒃𝒖𝒉𝒐 𝒏𝒊 Kevin Bacani

16/05/2026

𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗔𝗣: 𝗖𝗦𝗦𝗣'𝘀 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗵

Upholding the college’s mantra of malagu, masanting, and magaling, the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy (CSSP) once again showcased the excellence of its Intellectual community as representatives Bethany Pangilinan and DJ Kurl Laxa secured the titles of first-ever Ms. Pampanga State University 2026 and Mr. PampangaStateU 2026 1st Runner-Up during the university-wide pageant held at the Dr. Ernesto T. Nicdao Sports Center.

From the start of the competition, Mr. and Ms. CSSP already made a statement as they represent the municipality of Mabalacat, Pampanga bringing the Balakat tree to life during the local costume competition and as they grooved to the music in the production number of “Pampanga Yeah,” standing out among other candidates.

During the advocacy speeches, both candidates championed causes that shed light on Filipino struggles. Mr. CSSP advocated for justice, representing Filipinos affected by government corruption and calling for justice to prevail, believing that peace follows when institutions protect their people.

Meanwhile, Ms. CSSP as a Psychology student, advocated for healthcare that goes beyond the physical aspect and includes psychological well-being. Through her message, she encouraged the practice of malasakit or compassion as a way of helping individuals grow into better versions of themselves.

As the competition entered its crucial stage, the Intellectual community filled the venue with cheers when both CSSP representatives advanced to the Top 5 and moved on to the question-and-answer portion.

Displaying confidence, eloquence, and a deep appreciation for Kapampangan culture, Mr. and Ms. CSSP answered each question with poise and intelligence, further proving their deserving place among the finalists.

History was ultimately written for the college as Bethany Pangilinan claimed the crown of the first-ever Ms. Pampanga State University 2026, while DJ Kurl Laxa finished as Mr. Pampanga State University 2026 1st Runner-Up.

𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Elisha Lagman
𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐛𝐲 Akisha Canlas, John Benjamine Crisostomo, Mikaela Valencia, Reign Ribis, Ricel Fernandez & Waliza Mae Castro
𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Clint Janiel Lapid

16/05/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: In the final question-and-answer portion, Mr. CSSP turned the spotlight toward Kapampangan pride and cultural preservation. When he was asked how today’s youth can protect Kapampangan identity while embracing modernity, he described Kapampangans as “maingay or mangye,” using the term not as a stereotype, but as a symbol of empowerment.

For him, the youth’s voice carries the power to share values, preserve heritage, and promote culture in modern spaces. Ending his answer with a call to “share, build, and be a person for others,” Mr. CSSP highlighted how cultural pride and social responsibility can go hand in hand.

𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Elisha Lagman
𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐛𝐲 Mikaela Valencia
𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Lance Ivan Cardenas

16/05/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: Building on the Kapampangan word “manyampukaki,” meaning overflowing or abundant, Ms. CSSP captivates the crowd with an inspiring answer during the Mr. and Ms. Pampanga State University 2026 pageant.

Asked to describe her journey in one Kapampangan word, the graduating student reflected on her stay in the university as “manyampukaki,” not only in how she presents herself, but in the overflowing love she carries for other people.

Despite being the oldest among the candidates, Ms. CSSP emphasized that dreams are never too late to begin. Through her answer, she encouraged fellow Honorians to embrace their own journeys with confidence, describing her moment on stage as both a personal testimony and a legacy for future generations.

𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Elisha Lagman
𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐛𝐲 Mikaela Valencia
𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Lance Ivan Cardenas

15/05/2026

𝗖𝗦𝗦𝗣 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁-𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝘀. 𝗣𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨 𝗮𝗻𝗱 1𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗿. 𝗣𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨

With confidence, charisma, and excellence taking center stage, the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy (CSSP) emerged in celebration as its representatives, Bethany Pangilinan, secures first-ever Ms. Pampanga State U 2026 while Dj Kurl Laxa, clinches 1st runner up for Mr. Pampanga State U marking a triumphant finish to a standout campaign of performance and representation.

Throughout the competition, both titleholders consistently demonstrated poise, authenticity, and intellectual depth in every segment, carrying the CSSP with distinction and composure. Their journey reflected not only strong stage presence, but also a commitment to embodying confidence and purpose as they advanced through each round.

CSSP extends its highest congratulations to DJ Kurl Laxa and Bethany Pangilinan for bringing pride and honor to the college as Ms. Pampanga State U 2026 and Mr. Pampanga State U 1st runner up.

Tune kayung malagu, masanting, at magaling!

𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Elisha Lagman
𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐛𝐲 Akisha Canlas & Mikaela Valencia
𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Franzes Dianne David

15/05/2026

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪: The College of Social Sciences and Philosophy (CSSP) celebrates a double victory as representatives DJ Kurl Laxa and Bethany Pangilinan secure spots in the Top 5 of Mr. and Ms. Pampanga State U 2026 while standing out among other candidates in this year’s competition, securing the Best in Panorama Stories Unfold and taking home the special awards of Mr. and Ms. Congeniality.

This remarkable achievement highlights their confidence, charisma, and dedication on stage, as they both carried the CSSP banner with excellence and proved their ability to shine among the strongest contenders of this year’s pageant.

Stay tuned for more updates on the first-ever Mr. and Ms. Pampanga State U. | via Elisha Lagman

𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐛𝐲 Akisha Canlas
𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Kevin Bacani

15/05/2026

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪: Ready to conquer the stage of the Mr. and Ms. Pampanga State University 2026, the representatives of the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy (CSSP), DJ Kurl Laxa and Bethany Pangilinan, gave the crowd a first glimpse of what they had prepared for in the first segment of Mr. and Ms. Pampanga State U 2026.

With their costumes centered on Kapampangan culture, Mr. and Ms. CSSP brings the Balakat tree to life as they represent the municipality of Mabalacat.

Stay tuned for live updates of today’s coronation for the first-ever Mr. and Ms. Pampanga State U 2026. | via Elisha Lagman

𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐛𝐲 Akisha Canlas, John Benjamine Crisostomo, Ricel Fernandez & Waliza Mae Castro
𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Franzes Dianne David

14/05/2026

𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗔 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲

Families are often seen and portrayed as those who provide warmth and laughter that spreads throughout their home, and create a lively but calm atmosphere. It is about having nice talks, sharing meals with one another, and having kids grow up in stable, secure environments. However, on International Family Day 2026, with the theme “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing,” offers a different perspective—one that is commonly glazed and sugarcoated with the ideal image of a family.

But then again, not everyone shares the same experience. One public university student in Pampanga remembers a different kind of family. A home where childhood was shaped not by pure safety but by daily uncertainty.

She does not describe her family as entirely absent or unloving. Instead, she describes something harder to name: a home where care and fear existed in the same space.

“Okay naman kami. There were days when everything was okay,” she says. “And then there were days when I didn’t know what would happen.”

During her childhood, shouting and conflict became a part of her everyday environment at home. Raised voices were common. Doors closing harder than necessary signaled tension. Silence afterward was not peace, but waiting…for apologies to be uttered.

As a child, she learned to recognize patterns adults thought she did not notice. She could tell when a conversation would turn into an argument. She could sense when it was safer to stay quiet. Over time, this awareness became survival—a kind where she needed to get through the day without making any noise of complaint.

“I was always careful,” she explains. “Not because I was told to be, but because I had to be.”

In households affected by both emotional instability and economic strain, childhood often becomes compromised. Responsibilities appear earlier than expected. Emotional needs are often set aside, not because they are unimportant, but because there is limited capacity to respond to them.

In her case, financial stress made things more difficult at home. Parents were often tired from work, and because resources were limited, problems were not often resolved. The home became a place where survival needed to be prioritized, and emotional safety should only come second, or sometimes not at all.

A single significant incident is not usually the cause of family trauma. Repeated events, such as living in a home where a child does not feel emotionally secure, may also contribute to it. Children's views of themselves might change as a result, as well as their views on different relationships and their surroundings.

For her, this showed up in ways she only recognized later. Loud voices still make her tense. Silence during conflict feels uncomfortable. She apologizes quickly, even when she is not at fault. These responses, she now understands, were learned long before she could explain them.

“I thought I was just sensitive,” she says. “But later I realized I was just used to being on edge. Sa ganoon ako nasanay.”

Despite this, she does not speak about her family with simple anger. Instead, her feelings are layered—love mixed with exhaustion, understanding mixed with distance. This emotional contradiction is common in traumatic family environments, where attachment does not disappear even when safety is inconsistent.

“I still care about them,” she whispered quietly. “But I also had to learn how to protect myself.”

This tension is at the center of many lived experiences that rarely appear in public discussions of family life. While International Family Day often highlights unity and connection, it less frequently acknowledges that for some, family is also where emotional wounds begin—not always intentionally, but through cycles of stress, inequality, and unresolved pain.

Child well-being in these contexts is not only about physical care or education. It is also about emotional security, or the ability of a child to feel safe expressing themselves, to trust stability, and to develop without constant fear or uncertainty. When that security is inconsistent, children adapt in ways that often carry into adulthood.

Some become highly independent, learning early not to rely on others. Others become emotionally guarded, careful not to provoke conflict. Many carry both tendencies at once.

Yet even within these difficult environments, children often develop resilience. They learn to read situations carefully, manage emotions quickly, and navigate instability with remarkable awareness. But resilience, while often praised, does not erase the cost of having to develop it too early.

Now in college, she is still in the process of unlearning parts of her childhood—especially the belief that keeping the peace is always her responsibility.

“I used to think it was my job to make things okay,” she says. “Now I know it wasn’t.”

Her story does not end in resolution. There is no clear separation between past and present, no simple healing arc. Instead, there is awareness of how family, inequality, and emotional instability shaped her early life.

Her story demonstrates a different viewpoint that recognizes families for what they truly are. While some homes bring security and safety, others contribute to the tension and anxiousness of an individual. Many exist somewhere in between.

And for those who grew up in the presence of both love and trauma, family is not just a place they remember.

It is something they are still learning how to understand.

𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐛𝐲 Dennisse Kirztenz Mercado
𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐲 Lance Ivan Cardenas

14/05/2026

𝗦𝗶𝘅𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀

Serving a concluding performance for Day 2 in this year's University Days of Pampanga State University is the Battle of the Bands at the Dr. Ernesto T. Nicdao Sports Center 1:48 PM, starting almost half an hour earlier than scheduled due to a scheduled power interruption today, May 14.

Following the preliminaries, the competition of talents started with the College of Engineering and Architecture's Exist, followed by the College of Business Studies' Obitual and the College of Computing Studies' Ok computer.

Commanding the attention of the artisans as the fourth performing band was the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy’s (CSSP) very own Sixth Sense, composed of Adeline Acellar and Julian Karl David for vocals, Justin Sason for lead guitar, Shawn Susi for rhythm guitar, Ronan Salazar for drums, and Joseph Santos for bass, who showcased their talents and brought pride to the college

During the soundcheck, the band energized the crowd with a playful performance of Malunggay Pandesal, followed by their own renditions of Oyana ing Papel and Kapangyarihan by Ben and Ben for the main competition. Their powerful blend of Kapampangan and Tagalog performances sparked the audience, leading the crowd to chant, “Ikulong na yan, mga kurakot!” while amplifying their call for social change.

After the long-awaited results, CSSP’s Sixth Sense was named second runner-up. Although the band did not take home the championship trophy, they remained grateful for the opportunity to perform. One of its members, Adeline Acellar, shared “I felt relieved and happy kasi naparating namin yung piece na gusto namin iparating, and nakita naman namin na nakapag connect din yung audience. It was a privilege din to represent our college.”

Ending at almost 6 P.M., the event left behind echoes of music, passion, and calls for social awareness led by CSSP’s Sixth Sense, whose performance embodied the college’s social science values of critical awareness, expression, and social engagement—proving that the most powerful performances are not measured by trophies, but by the impact they leave on people. | via John Paul Bautista

𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐛𝐲 Jam Gatus, Reign Ribis & Kathryn Hizon
𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐲 Kevin Bacani

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