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04/07/2025

𝗔𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗮, 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗻! 🔥
𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆! 🎉

“Nararamdaman ko na kayo ay susubukin tulad ng pag sakripisyo ni Danaya, ngunit hiling ko sana ay taglayin ninyo ang anking tapang at kalakasan ng loob ni Pirena", ayon sa premonition ni Cassiopeia—ang Mata ng Encantadia.

𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗮, 𝗦𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗻𝗮 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸! 🔥

Very pakak at fresh ang mga freshies—like, it’s giving main character energy! In this edition of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝘀𝗸𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟰 (Wow), we asked some of them what they’re looking forward to this school year.

Let’s just hope walang ma-what-happen Vella, and instead… lahat ay sumakses!

Words by Sheeren Athena Docena | The Catalyst
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01/07/2025

𝗣𝗢𝗩 — 𝗨𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗽𝗮 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗴 𝗸𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗲... 😄

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23/06/2025

𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗜𝗡 — Diary sa Rooftop

Kung ang ritmo ng puso'y manatili ang sigaw ng isipan ay magpatuloy.

Ang tunog ng pagtatapos ay parang kantang kabisado mo ang liriko subalit hindi mo matantsa ang lalim ng hugot nito—sa bawat bigkas, sa bawat diin at sa bawat dampi. Ang huling paalam ay parang lindol na walang abiso ngunit batid ng bawat isa na ang kolehiyo ay isang bahagi ng buhay na kailangang makamtan at lisanin. Ang bilang ng taon ay parang isang pelikulang hindi mo mabatid ang tema—puno ng taong hindi mo akalaing kasama sa buod ng iyong mga sandali ng hirap, saya at pagtatiyaga. Pero higit sa lahat, mas angkop ang pang-uri na parang laman ng "diary" para sa apat na taon na ito, dahil ang bawat kabanata ay nakasulat na may purong tinta na nag-iiwan ng personal na marka.

Minsa'y hiram pa sa tuwina ang panahong magkakasama ang magkakaibigan, ka tropa, kasaliw sa sining at kaklase na palaging kaagapay sa ano mang hamon ng buhay.

Naging isang pamilya, naging isang medyo masaya na pamilya.

Salo-salo sa sining ng mundo na minsa'y may timpla ng ngitngit na nagiging malumanay dahil sa pag-unawa ni ate Kim. Walang problema naman sa pagsasaayos ng dokumentaryo kay kuya gyle—pulido at sigurado. Inaantabayan naman ang anggulo ng istoryang bubuhayin nang lente ni kuya Mark Asis. Sa kabilang dako nagbubukas na ang isipan ng isang Mark Alferez sa maraming kwentong maihahayag sa bawat galaw ng buhay. Hindi mabubuo ang bawat kwentuhan kung walang Kuya Jhonsen na kwela sa kwentuhan. Kahit anong oras kapag tumawag ang serbisyo, tatayo sa k**a si Ate Arlenne upang ipamalas ang galing sa organisadong pamamaraan. Sa bawat maliit na detalye hindi papalagpasin ng mga mata ni Kuya Justine. Kung piringan naman si kuya Renzil, maikakatha pa rin niya ang kulay sa likod ng anino ng matang nakapikit. Hindi mabubuo ang pangkat kung walang ang mayumi na si Ate Princess na sa karagatan ng tao tunay ngang sa kanya ang mukhang matatandaan mo.

Higit sa lahat—sa lakas o hina ng alon—ang pagsagwan ay hindi kasing lakas kung wala ang k**ay ni kuya Marcos. Naging kompas at mapa sa bawat patimpalak, sa bawat paglimbag at sa paglathala. Mula noon hanggang sa huling piyesa, nakaagapay sa tahanang sining ang sandata.

Sa huli, babalikan ng bawat ang isa ang unang konkretong rason ng pagbubuklod. Para sa mga istoryang nagpukaw, mga piyesang naging inspirasyon at mga litratong umantig sa puso ng bawat mag-aaral.

Muling susulat at babalikan muli ang rooftop na saksi sa sining, sa hinaing sa kani-kanilang kurso, sa kwelang kwentuhan at sa nabuong pagkakaibigan.

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23/06/2025

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 — Justice For A Promise

Graduation is a defining moment marked by triumph and tears, For many, most of the graduands walked inside the university campus with the familiar embrace of their guardians, but one woman proudly marched towards the hall along with someone close to her heart, even if that special person she used to cherish has already crossed the other side of the world.

Margaret Kimberly D. Cabote-Jatulan, a 34-year old Juris Doctor from the College of Law currently resides at Brgy. Bati-awan, Taft, Eastern Samar shared her side of the story, in which her father who passed away yet his presence remained etched in her soul.

“I always think of him po. I want my father to be here with me kahit standee lang siya.” Jatulan declared.

Her father, Mario Cabote whom she still yearns for his presence, affection and wise lessons for the past six years. The daughter made sure that he was still present on her graduation day in the form of a standee. Her father used to be a scout ranger soldier with the objective to restore peace and security, protect and support operations, and facilitate humanitarian assistance. He is a dedicated hero who spent his life for the welfare of the society.

“Pang eto na, I graduated law school. Tinupad ko na yung promise ko sa inyo ni Mama. Sorry if mejo natagalan. But we made it. On to the next battle na tayo.” the 34-year old graduate expressed.

From a young age, Kimberly was drawn with the power of words. She really loved to make arguments about prevalent topics. Her father, seeing this fiery spirit, nudged her towards the field of law, planting a dream that she watered with hardwork and perseverance. With that idea in mind, her lips formed a thin line knowing that she fulfilled that promise. Not only for her. But also for her parents.

The challenges that Jatulan faced were tough for she had to dedicate her time reading extensive articles and analyzing legal cases while maintaining her role as a mother and a wife for her family but one thing remained from the depth of her heart—her late father. The person she looked up to. The one who pushed her through her greatest limits. Together with her family, they continued to carry his presence inside the Canuctan Hall, they took pictures, making sure as though he was present in the event as she concluded another chapter of her journey.

All these years, the feeling that Jatulan experienced was still fresh in her heart but what is the essence of grief if love won't persevere? It's not the absence of love but its enduring presence that continues to linger in our hearts. And for Kimberly Cajote - Jatulan, her story is a sacred continuation of affection, the kind of love that transforms into longing, memory and devotion where they continue to preserve the moments of someone they truly and deeply loved.

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19/06/2025

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 — Mula Tahanan, Silid- Aralan at Hanggang Pangarap

Sa bawat silid-aralan ng kolehiyo, may mga kwento ng pusong lumalaban sa agos ng kapalaran, mga pawis na pinipigilang tumagaktak, tiyan na iniinda ang kirot na kung saan ay tanging tubig lamang ang solusyon pangtawid ng gutom, mga luhang naging sanhi para mawalan ng pag-asa, at mga pangarap na malabong maabot dahil sa hirap ng buhay. Ngunit may iilang istorya na higit pa sa karaniwan—mga kwento ng pag-ibig na pinanday ng pagsubok, mga pangarap na hindi isinuko, at sakripisyong inalay para sa pamilya.

Isa na rito ang kwento nina Gabriel M. Iso at Michaela Joy C. Cada, mga estudyanteng hindi lang nagsumikap para sa diploma, kundi para sa isang mas mataas na layunin: ang kanilang anak, kanilang pamilya, kanilang kinabukasan at ang kanilang mga pangarap

Hindi naging madali ang lahat, sa murang edad, 24 taong gulang si Gabriel at 22 si Michaela, hinarap nila ang realidad ng pagiging magulang habang sabay na binabagtas ang hamon sa kolehiyo. Sa kursong BS in Agriculture Major in Animal Science, araw-araw silang namuhay sa pagitan ng classroom at responsibilidad sa kanilang anak. Pero hindi kailanman naging dahilan ang kanilang sitwasyon upang tumigil. Bagkus, ito ang nagsilbing apoy upang mas paigtingin pa ang kanilang determinasyon.

“Time management is the most difficult challenge we faced as a student and also as a parent" ani Gabriel. "Despite the challenge we managed to triumph by working together and supporting each other along the way, despite the very busy schedule, sleepless nights, and silent battles we still flourish because weve got each others back.", Sa mga salitang ito, ramdam ang lalim ng pagmamahal ng isang ama na sa kabila ng puyat, pagod, at walang humpay na gawain, ay buong puso pa ring itinataas ang bandera ng kanilang pagsusumikap.

Upang mapagsabay ang pag-aaral at pag-aalaga, nakipag-ugnayan sila sa kanilang mga propesor. Nakiusap sila na Ibukod sila sa magkaibang klase upang may naiiwang nag-aalaga sa kanilang sanggol habang ang isa ay nasa silid-aralan. Isang simple ngunit matalinong diskarte na sumalamin sa kanilang determinasyon na magtagumpay na hindi lang para sa sarili, kundi para sa isa’t isa.

Sa tulong ng kanilang mga magulang na nagsilbing unan sa bawat pagod at sandalan sa bawat iyak ay nagpatuloy ang kanilang paglalakbay. Sa bawat hakbang, may sakripisyo. Sa bawat aralin, may alay na oras para sa anak. Ngunit sa dulo ng lahat ng ito, may tagumpay na matamis—isang diploma, isang pangarap na nabuo habang may hawak na munting k**ay.

Hindi lang basta nagtapos sina Gabriel bilang isang cm laude, at si Michaela bilang consistent Dean’s Lister mula ikalawang taon hanggang ikaapat, nagtapos silang may lakas ng loob, pag-asa, at may inspirasyon dahil Sa mundo ng akademya, bihira ang ganitong kwento at sa bawat pahina ng kanilang karanasan, ay may mensahe para sa bawat kabataang may dalang pangarap.

“College is not only about learning it is also about building character, along the way you will face difficulties and challenges but by not giving up, you are building a better self and a finer character", saad ni Gabriel, nakung saan sila ang patunay na hindi hadlang ang pagiging ama o asawa sa pagiging mahusay na estudyante. Sa halip, ito pa nga ang nagsilbing gabay sa kanilang tagumpay.

Habang hawak ni Gabriel ang medalya at ni Michaela ang diploma, ay tila nawala ang lahat ng pagod at napalitan ng luha ng tagumpay, ng titig na may pangakong kinaya nila ang lahat. Sa kanilang mga yapak ay nakaukit ang sakripisyo, at sa kanilang mga ngiti ay sumilip ang mga panahong halos sumuko na sila. Ngunit hindi sila bumitaw dahil sa bawat gabi ng pagtitiis, sa bawat umagang may kaba, ay buo ang paniniwala nilang darating din ang araw na magbubunga ang lahat.

Sa gitna ng palakpakan, hindi lang sila nagtapos bilang mag-aaral, kundi bilang mga magulang na may pusong hindi nagpasakop sa hirap. Sa bawat batang nangangarap, sa bawat magulang na lumalaban—ang kwento nina Gabriel at Michaela ay paalala:walang imposible sa pusong may dahilan, at sa pangarap na pinili,hindi iniwan, at buong tapang na ipinaglaban.

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19/06/2025

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 — The Capes of Sacrifice

Parents are deemed as superheroes not because they wear capes to save someone in need but because they have the means to stretch every single money they have in their hands to support their children for a better future, for a better life.

While many students leaned on their college journey with their parents who have more energy and vitality, the 23-year old Shari Lou Moscosa, a graduate of Bachelor of Secondary Education, Major In Filipino from the College of Education, stood up confidently as she marched towards the hall along with her parents who were already in their golden years with gray hair and wrinkled faces painted with priceless smiles.

“‎‎My father was a retired policeman and my mom is a full-time dedicated and loving housewife.” Moscosa said.

The youngest daughter of the Moscosa family confessed that Mr. Pedro Moscosa income is sometimes not enough to sustain the whole family, consisting of ten but the retired policeman remained steadfast and made efficient ways to survive in the ever-changing world, making sure that his family can still enjoy and appreciate even the smallest things in life.

Most people would think that taking up an education degree was a piece of cake but Moscosa shared her sentiments about her journey in the college of education has been a rollercoaster of emotions—fulfilling yet exhausting.

“From countless lesson plans, sleepless nights, demo teachings, to practice teaching that tested not only my skills but also my patience, I’ve truly experienced what it means to be molded into a future educator. I didn’t just learn how to teach, I learned how to care, to lead, and to endure.” Moscosa stated with confidence.

Four years earlier, Moscosa was an incoming freshman, she was stuck at a crossroads which would dictate the course of her life. In the corner of her mind, she ought to pursue criminology for she wanted to follow the footsteps of her father, but when she thought about her mother Mrs. Alicia Moscosa, the 23-year old graduate realized that her 66-year old mother sacrificed her dreams to teach in the four corners of the classroom to embrace the condition of motherhood and educate her children with values no textbook could ever teach, which are humility, kindness and unconditional love.

“I choose education as my course kasi gusto ko na kahit haak na manla, like hia ako na lat magtatangpos han iya naudlot na pangarap na maging teacher, ako nalat magtutupad.” Moscosa declared from the bottom of her heart

And the aspiring educator, Shari Lou Moscosa mastered the art of teaching with passion and perseverance for the past four years, with the motivation she instilled in her mind—her mother. On June 17, she graduated cm laude and her parents’ happiness is floating above the stars because their youngest daughter finally reaped the fruit of their hard-earned labor.

“Dako gud an akon pasalamat ha Ginoo nga gin-abot ta ini yana nga adlaw. Yana nga graduate ka na, baga ako an pinaka-proud nga kag anak ha kalibutan. Salamat, anak. Ikaw an amon inspirasyon. Padayon la, ayaw la gud pag-undang ha imo mga pangarap. Adi la kami permi ha imo luyo kun kailangan mo.” Alicia Moscosa exclaimed with a joyful tone.

Through thick and thin, our parents are the ones we have on our sides. Whenever young adults face tumultuous situations, they serve as the guiding light through the darkest days and for Shari Lou, they define them as her “superheroes” not because they have immense strength or flying powers but her parents carried the weight of sacrifices and hardships on their shoulders and to witness their child at the stage, receiving their diploma is enough to consider it as a fulfilled legacy that would last for a lifetime.

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18/06/2025

𝗜𝗖𝗬𝗠𝗜 — The valedictorian from the College of Agriculture, Charles Tubera, briefly narrated his humble college experience through a speech he delivered on June 16, 2025. He primarily admitted how academics were not at the center of his focus before, as sports, particularly basketball, were the heart of the matter for him. Until he realized that the basketball court was not the main court in life.

"Beyond the (basketball) court, the real game in life requires more than strength and speed; it demands discipline, focus, and wisdom."

He soon realized the value of knowledge by recognizing that learning never stops.

"In real life, it's not always the smartest who succeed, but those who know to learn, those who know to adapt, and those who know to rise everytime life demands something new."

Tubera, as an agriculture student, embraces the relevance of the field he will soon navigate after graduation—agriculture. The often "overlooked" field in which agriculture students and graduates, like him, are "underestimated." It has been noted that agriculture is the traditional backbone of the Philippine economy; however, it is still troubled by some issues. —

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18/06/2025

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 — Second batch of graduands from the Graduate School, College of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (CFAS), College of Science (CS). College of Business Management and Accountancy (CBMA), College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS), College of Technology (COT), and the College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE) take centerstage to receive their medals and diplomas as the highlight of the awarding ceremony today, June 18, at the Canuctan Hall.

Tomorrow, June 19, the graduands will march the hall once again for their Commencement Exercises.

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18/06/2025

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 — Eastern Samar State University holds the baccalaureate mass for the second batch of graduands at the Canuctan Hall on June 18, 2025. This will be followed by the awarding of diplomas and medals.

Included in the second batch of graduation are the Graduate School, College of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (CFAS), College of Science (CS), College of Business Management and Accountancy (CBMA), College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS), College of Technology (COT), and the College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE).

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18/06/2025

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 — ESSU holds first batch's graduation rites

Eastern Samar State University (ESSU) - Main Campus held its 62nd Commencement Exercises for the initial batch of graduating students and conferred their degrees today, June 17, 2025, at the university Canuctan Hall

With its theme, "Shaping Purposeful Graduates for Meaningful Change and Leadership toward Inclusive, Innovative, and Transformative Nation-Building." The event gave highlight to the first batch of graduands from the College of Law (COL), College of Education (COED), College of Engineering (COE), College of Nursing and Allied Sciences (CONAS), College of Computer Studies (CCS), College of Agriculture (CAg), and the College of Hospitality Management (CHM).

To commence the event, on behalf of 4P's Partylist House Minority Leader Marcelino Libanan, the elected Representative of Eastern Samar in 20th congress of the Philippines, Cong. Sheen P. Gonzales, delivered his speech.

"Congratulations dear graduates, I wish each one of you success in all your endeavors. May you face the world with full confidence and with fear of the Lord. Pray always to our Almighty Father for strength, wisdom, and guidance, as you choose the next path you will take. And as the future of our nation, may you be the meaningful change that our country needs and be the gear that brings us toward an inclusive, innovative, and transformative nation-building," echoed Gonzales.

Moreover, deans from the respective colleges announced the number of candidates for graduation with CHM having 266, 98 candidates from CAg, CCS with 119, CONAS with 122, COE with 176, COED having 93, and COL with 32 candidates for graduation.

SUC President III, Andres Pagatpatan, Jr. then conferred the candidates with their degrees, marking them as official graduates of the university.

After which, the new graduates were led by the class valedictorian, Charles A. Tubera, in reciting their pledge of loyalty towards their Alma Mater.

Furthermore, the second batch of graduating students for the class of 2025, is set to have their thanksgiving mass and awarding ceremony, tomorrow, June 18, 2025.

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Photos by A. Caratay, B. Anacta, and M. Anabaab, with Contributed Photos Grabbed from Eastern Samar State University and Sheen Gozales pages

17/06/2025

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪: Graduands from the College of Law (CoL), College of Engineering (COE), College of Education (CoEd), College of Nursing And Allied Sciences (CONAS), College of Computer Studies (CCS), College of Agriculture (CAg) and College of Hospitality Management (CHM) in Eastern Samar State University - Main Campus has now kickstarted the processional for the 62nd Commencement Exercises held today at the Canuctan Hall.

Each college in the first batch are led by the college deans along with their program heads while graduands are marching towards the venue along with their parents or guardians. This remarkable event serves as a testament of their accomplishment as they finally conclude their college journey.

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16/06/2025

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗪 — The initial batch of graduands from the College of Law (COL), College of Education (COED), College of Engineering (COE), College of Nursing and Allied Sciences (CONAS), College of Computer Studies (CCS), College of Agriculture (CAg), and the College of Hospitality Management (CHM) are receiving their diplomas and medals for the 62nd Commencement Exercises of the Eastern Samar State University (ESSU) - Main Campus.

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