The Accents

The Accents The Official Student Publication of the College of Education โ€” University of Eastern Philippines (UEP) Main Campus

๐‹๐Ž๐Ž๐Š || News Editor Mike Bello joins 4th Ibabao Writersโ€™ Workshop during Ibabao Festival 2026 Marking another literary m...
23/06/2026

๐‹๐Ž๐Ž๐Š || News Editor Mike Bello joins 4th Ibabao Writersโ€™ Workshop during Ibabao Festival 2026

Marking another literary milestone, News Editor Mike Despolon Bello joined the recently concluded 4th Ibabao Writersโ€™ Workshop with the theme โ€œPagkamapanumbalikon: Pagigin Marigโ€‘on sa Butnga san Kataragmanโ€ (Rolando Borrinaga, 2013)", held from June 8 to 11, 2026, at the Royale Palm Hotel in Pambujan, Northern Samar.

Joining twelve (12) of fifteen (15) fellows originally selected from across the province, Bello took part in a series of workshops, manuscript critiques, and discussions led by distinguished, sagacious literary practitioners. Serving as a Fellow in Poetry Ninorteโ€‘Samarnon, with his siday suite โ€˜An Mga Tigaman,โ€™ which includes the poems An Gibang Nga Sundang Ni Tatay, Balagon, and Kawayan. Through these literary works, Bello peregrinates through the vast, iridescent tenor of resilienceโ€”highlighting the strength and courage to persist despite adversities and tribulations.

His participation reflects a continuing commitment to learning, creativity, and the development of his craft as an emerging young writer. The Accents, the official student publication of the College of Education, recognizes this milestone and wishes him continued growth in his literary journey. ยถ

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๐‹๐ˆ๐“๐„๐‘๐€๐‘๐˜ || ๐๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ ๐ง๐š ๐๐š๐ก๐ข๐ง๐šMadalas, tinititigan ko ang aking mga kamay. Iniisip kung sapat ba ang bawat lakas na aking i...
17/06/2026

๐‹๐ˆ๐“๐„๐‘๐€๐‘๐˜ || ๐๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐ญ ๐ง๐š ๐๐š๐ก๐ข๐ง๐š

Madalas, tinititigan ko ang aking mga kamay. Iniisip kung sapat ba ang bawat lakas na aking ibinibigay.

Ang numero ba ay tanda ng aking kahinaan? Isang pulang marka ba ang magdidikta ng aking kakayahan? O ang bubura sa isang matagal nang naipintang karangalan? Mga katanungang patuloy na naglalaro sa aking isipan.

Sa bawat dilat ng aking mga mata, kumakalam na sikmura'y pilit na iniinda. Hindi man marinig ang tilaok sa umaga, sa likod nito ay may malalim na kwento ng pag-asa. "Nakapanghihinayang ang mga oras na sanaโ€™y pahinga" ang mga katagang tuluyang ipinagkaila na aking naririnig sa kanila.

Kay ilap ng sitwasyon sa mga taong patas na lumalaban sa bawat pagkakataon. Isang linggo na ang lumipas, ngunit ang mga bakas ng sakit ay wala pa ring lunas. Isang linggo ng mabibigat na buntong-hininga at pagluha ng hindi mapigilang mga mata. Mahirap tanggapin na ang isang tapat na laban ay magtatapos sa ganitong uri ng kabiguan. Laban na ipinagkait ang matatamis na ngiti ng aking mga mahal sa buhay na aking pwedeng masilayan.

Hindi man makita ng karamihan ang aking naging karanasan sa bawat kamay na naging bahagi ng aking buhay. Batid ko na ang lahat ng ito ay may dahilan.

Dahilan upang bumangon,
Dahilan upang magpatuloy,
Dahilan upang magsumikap,
Dahilan upang patuloy na mangarap,
Dahilan upang maniwala,
Dahilan upang maghintay,

Sa bawat tunog ng orasan at sikat ng araw sa silangan, isang malakas na tinig na nagbibigay pag-asa ang laging naririnig at bumubulong na "kaya mo iyan." Patuloy na titingala, lalakasan ang loob, at magtitiwala sapagkat alam kong Siya ang aking kasama. Higit sa aking pangamba, aking isusulat ang susunod na pahina dahil hindi nagtatapos ang kwento ng pagsusumikap sa isang kabanata. ยถ

โœ’๏ธ | Amerie Guevarra
๐Ÿ’ป | Minchie Arca

๐‡๐š๐ข๐ฅ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐œ๐ก๐š๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐๐ž๐๐š๐ ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐œ๐š๐ฅ ๐ž๐ฑ๐œ๐ž๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ž๐ง๐œ๐ž! As you stand upon this august threshold marking the culmination of your...
16/06/2026

๐‡๐š๐ข๐ฅ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐œ๐ก๐š๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐๐ž๐๐š๐ ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐œ๐š๐ฅ ๐ž๐ฑ๐œ๐ž๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ž๐ง๐œ๐ž!

As you stand upon this august threshold marking the culmination of your academic pilgrimage, we extend our most distinguished felicitations for this crowning triumph. Through every issue conceived, every discourse refined, and every narrative brought to light, you have exhibited not merely literary mastery but the very essence of Pedagogical excellenceโ€”a quality that shall define you as the educators you are destined to become. Your sojourn within this publication became a noble crucible where eloquence, critical discernment, and intellectual fortitude were honed, preparing you for the sacred duty of illuminating young minds.

Within these hallowed pages, you learned that language is far more than an ornament of speech; it is a luminous instrument of understanding and influence. You mastered the art of structuring ideas with precision, presenting truth with dignity, and inspiring reflection with graceโ€”competencies that lie at the heart of meaningful instruction. The discipline and vision you nurtured here reveal how deeply the craft of writing and the calling of teaching are interwoven, each requiring patience, clarity, and an unswerving devotion to what is just and true.

Now, as you step forth to wear the mantle of mentors and guides, carry with you the wisdom and expression shaped in this community. The standards you upheld remain a living legacy, yet their truest measure lies aheadโ€”in the classrooms you will lead and the lives you will transform. May your professional journey be adorned with honor, insight, and enduring purpose. Congratulations, future stewards of knowledgeโ€”may you forever shine as beacons of learning and integrity wherever your path unfolds. ยถ

โœ’๏ธ | Mike Bello
๐Ÿ’ป | Minchie Arca

๐ˆ๐‚๐˜๐Œ๐ˆ || ๐‚๐จ๐„๐ ๐ก๐จ๐ง๐จ๐ซ๐ฌ ๐ ๐ซ๐š๐๐ฎ๐š๐ง๐๐ฌ ๐š๐ญ ๐๐š๐ซ๐š๐ง๐ ๐š๐ฅ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐‡๐จ๐จ๐๐ข๐ง๐  ๐‚๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐ฆ๐จ๐ง๐ฒ '๐Ÿโ€Ž๐Ÿ”The University of Eastern Philippinesโ€™ College of Ed...
15/06/2026

๐ˆ๐‚๐˜๐Œ๐ˆ || ๐‚๐จ๐„๐ ๐ก๐จ๐ง๐จ๐ซ๐ฌ ๐ ๐ซ๐š๐๐ฎ๐š๐ง๐๐ฌ ๐š๐ญ ๐๐š๐ซ๐š๐ง๐ ๐š๐ฅ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐‡๐จ๐จ๐๐ข๐ง๐  ๐‚๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐ฆ๐จ๐ง๐ฒ '๐Ÿโ€Ž๐Ÿ”

The University of Eastern Philippinesโ€™ College of Education (CoEd) officially honored its candidates for graduation during the Parangal and Hooding Ceremony held this past June 14, 2026. The ceremony, which commenced at 1:00 PM, transformed the campus venue into a launchpad for the next generation of educators, serving as a poignant reminder that this milestone is not an end, but the beginning of a lifelong commitment to the classroom.

The program opened with a candid reflection from the Collegeโ€™s Class Valedictorian, Kathy Uy of the Bachelor of Elementary Education. Her message resonated deeply with graduates who have ventured the grueling dual identity of being both learners and student-teachers.

"This recognition is special because (of) that chanceโ€”that opportunity to be hereโ€”brings us to this threshold," Uy shared. She challenged her peers to look beyond traditional metrics, asserting that college is not merely about "collecting grades and awards," but about the process of becoming. For Uy, the true measure of a mentor lies in human connection: "Teaching is not merely about instruction; it is the presence provided to students as they discover themselves. The world does not need perfect teachers, but teachers who are kind, patient, and passionate."

Building on this sentiment, Dr. Cherry I. Ultra, President of the University of Eastern Philippines, delivered an inspirational message that anchored the ceremony in the universityโ€™s identity. She lauded the graduates for their resilience, noting that they are now equipped to emerge as "globally competitive" educatorsโ€”a testament to their adherence to the core values of the University of Eastern Philippines.

Transitioning to the keynote address, Dr. Roger formally introduced the guest speaker, Mr. Roque A. Irader, Chief Administrative Officer and Head of the Human Resource Management Office (HRMO) of UEP. Mr. Irader spoke with raw honesty about the weight of standing before future educators. Acknowledging that the professional terrain ahead will be filled with shifting challenges, he offered a reassuring promise: "Struggles and challenges may be different, but each of you has the potential to build a successful and meaningful life."

Mr. Iraderโ€™s message served as a guiding light, reminding the graduates of the professional integrity required to step into the classroom. "You cannot give what you do not have," he emphasized. "You are trusted. Your influence extends far beyond the four walls of the classroom. Continue to live your purpose and inspire those who will follow."

As the ceremony neared its conclusion, Maโ€™am Nelia offered a final, heartfelt charge to the cohort. Addressing them as individuals who are now "stronger, wiser, and ready to face the world," she urged the graduates to use their influence to transform lives in the communities they will soon serve.

The event reached its finale with a graceful vote of thanks from Sir Sergio S. Diaz Jr. of the College of Education Junior-Senior Classes Organization (CJSCO). He recognized the indispensable roles played by the universityโ€™s faculty and the College of Education staff, whose tireless guidance shaped the potential of every student present. As the graduates filled out of the hall, the atmosphere was thick with the weight of the mission aheadโ€”and a palpable readiness to meet what is coming ahead. ยถ

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Photo courtesy of Marzon Diano | CJSCO

IN PHOTOS || CoEd Class of '26 marches toward the finish line.The UEP Gymnatorium grounds filled with pride as 425 candi...
14/06/2026

IN PHOTOS || CoEd Class of '26 marches toward the finish line.

The UEP Gymnatorium grounds filled with pride as 425 candidates for graduation from the College of Education officially commenced their Parangal and Hooding Ceremony with the traditional Processional March today, June 14.

This march stands as a powerful symbol of their hard work, dedication, and the ultimate reward of their academic journey.

Words by Amerie Guevarra
Photos by Maria Isabela Malong



๐‹๐Ž๐Ž๐Š || Roque A. Irader, MCDRM, Guest Speaker, delivered a powerful message at the College of Education (CoEd) Recogniti...
14/06/2026

๐‹๐Ž๐Ž๐Š || Roque A. Irader, MCDRM, Guest Speaker, delivered a powerful message at the College of Education (CoEd) Recognition Rites 2026 held at the UEP Gymnatorium, where he emphasized the true essence of facing challenges beyond the university.

He highlighted the significance of resilience and dedication, stressing that future educators must be well-prepared to adapt and lead in an ever-changing world.

Furthermore, Irader described the graduating Class of 2026 as modern agents of hope who conquered years of demanding academic preparation. He then challenged them to keep their passion alive as they prepare to serve the community.

He also reminded the future teachers that education is a noble calling extending beyond the classroom, demanding a steadfast commitment to shaping the minds of the next generation.

To cap off his message, Irader challenged the graduates with an inspiring reminder, saying, "Education is not about acquiring knowledge and skills it is all about molding your character and values."

Word by Amerie Guevarra
Photos by Maria Isabela

๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ฅ๐ ๐„๐š๐ซ๐ญ๐ก ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ: ๐Ž๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ฐ๐ž๐ซ, ๐Ž๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ฅ๐š๐ง๐ž๐ญToday, we pause to recognize the beauty of our planet โ€” the air we breathe, the wa...
22/04/2026

๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ฅ๐ ๐„๐š๐ซ๐ญ๐ก ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ: ๐Ž๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ฐ๐ž๐ซ, ๐Ž๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ฅ๐š๐ง๐ž๐ญ

Today, we pause to recognize the beauty of our planet โ€” the air we breathe, the waters that sustain us, and the land that gives us life. Earth Day calls us to act with purpose, to protect what we have, and to stand together in building a future where both people and nature can thrive.

As environmentalist Robert Swan once said, โ€œThe greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.โ€ Let this be our reminder that the responsibility lies with each of us โ€” and that real change begins when we choose to care, act, and protect our Earth together.

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โ€œThe object of art is not to reproduce reality, but to create a reality of the same intensity.โ€โ€” Alberto Giacometti As t...
15/04/2026

โ€œThe object of art is not to reproduce reality, but to create a reality of the same intensity.โ€
โ€” Alberto Giacometti

As the world commemorates World Art Day today, April 15, 2026, let this profound message resonate deeply into the abyss of silence and reach the souls of those whose aureate creativity is being shackled and shattered by the reverberations of doubt.

Art does not confine itself to mere aesthetic designs; rather, it transcends boundaries, standards, and preferences. It is more than just colors on canvas, curves on marble, or words on pagesโ€”it is a reflection of our immense and dynamic humanity, manifesting astonishing hues that serve as a bridge towards universes, lifetimes, and worlds we never knew existed. Art connects souls and allows one to live a thousand lives in a single span of time.

Whether expressed through songs, movements, rhetoric, images, or literature, art holds a singular preeminence that heals even the deepest wounds, unites even the most distant hearts, and illuminates even the darkest rooms.

Todayโ€™s celebration encourages everyone to value creativity not merely as a skill, but as an essential part of existence and a pulchritudinous manifestation of the soul. It stands as a testament that through art, we can truly understand who we are, what we can become, and be led towards the endless doors of possibility and celestial realities. ยถ

via Mike Bello, Tedelyn Diaz | The Accents

๐‹๐Ž๐Ž๐Š || ๐…๐ˆ๐‘๐’๐“ ๐๐š๐ซ๐ญ๐ฒ ๐ฃ๐จ๐ข๐ง๐ฌ ๐‚๐จ๐„๐๐’๐‚ ๐ซ๐š๐œ๐ž; ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐›๐ข๐›๐ข ๐ก๐ž๐š๐๐ฌ ๐ฌ๐ฅ๐š๐ญ๐žFirm Intellectuals for Resilience, Service, and Transformation...
15/04/2026

๐‹๐Ž๐Ž๐Š || ๐…๐ˆ๐‘๐’๐“ ๐๐š๐ซ๐ญ๐ฒ ๐ฃ๐จ๐ข๐ง๐ฌ ๐‚๐จ๐„๐๐’๐‚ ๐ซ๐š๐œ๐ž; ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐›๐ข๐›๐ข ๐ก๐ž๐š๐๐ฌ ๐ฌ๐ฅ๐š๐ญ๐ž

Firm Intellectuals for Resilience, Service, and Transformation (FIRST) officially joined the race, April 14, 2026, as Hedric Marbibi and Justine Mark Portes filed their Certificates of Candidacy (COC) at the Collegeโ€™s Office for Student Affairs and Services. Signaling the official start of their campaign for the upcoming USC & CSC elections.

Heading the slate is Hedric Marbibi, a third-year Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in English.

โ€œTo be in this position is indeed a huge responsibility, and I recognize that everyone here is willing to lead. But what sets me apart is how I choose to lead. I do not lead to be seen; I lead to make others feel seen,โ€ Marbibi shared.

Marbibi emphasized his commitment to serving the students with utmost dedication and compassion. For him, understanding the realities of student life and addressing concerns that are often overlooked are his firm advocacies. He further expressed his goal to turn visions into positive results rather than leaving them as mere promises, stressing that an effective organization is built on collaboration and not just on rhetoric.

โ€œEven before filing, we already prepared our plans through our General Plan of Action (GPOA). However, we understand that change is inevitable. That is why our priority is to listen to the collective voice of the students and take action based on their suggestions, because leadership should always reflect the people it serves,โ€ he said.

Standing with him as the Vice President of the CoEdSC FIRST party is Justine Mark Portes, also a BSEd-English junior, and former member of The Accents.

โ€œRunning for vice president, it is not just my vision but the vision of the whole partyโ€”to empower every student in the College of Education to become good leaders in their own right. This is done by amplifying their voices and ensuring inclusivity in all matters. I know it sounds clichรฉ, but it is the very core of the party,โ€ Portes stated.

Portes also clarified why only the two of them filed the documents on behalf of the entire slate.

โ€œAs of now, we are under an asynchronous modality. Some of our fellow candidates could not join during the filing due to busy schedules, unexpected events, and other personal matters. There are no other reasons; it is just that the schedule did not align with the availability of the CoEd-OSA. The party promotes unity among its members, and our main strategy is simply to conduct the election with integrity and a clean mindset,โ€ he emphasized.

The complete list of candidates of the FIRST party for CoEd Student Council is as follows:

President: Hedric Marbibi (BSEd-Eng 3)
Vice President: Justine Mark Portes (BSEd-Eng 3)
Secretary: Bea Espinola (BSEd-Eng 1)
Treasurer: Pepe Sales Jr. (BSEd-Sci 1)
Auditor: Tamara Arsenio (BSEd-Math 3)
Business Manager: Angel Drio (BPEd 1)
PIO: Cecile Ann Cepeda (BSEd-Eng 1)

BEED Representative
Jennelle Evasco (BEEd 3)

BPED Representative
Lara Papel (BPEd 1)

BSED Representative
Boyboy Morillo (BSEd-Fil 2)

BTLED Representative
Christine Ching (BTLED-IA 3)

College Representatives
1. Angel Hope Valenzuela (BSEd-Eng 3)
2. Rachelle Adarna (BEEd 3)
3. Christine Ching (BTLEd-IA 3) ยถ

via Mike Bello | The Accents
Photos from Prof. Rene C. Lacaba, LPT, MTH
Coordinator, CoEd-OSS

๐ˆ๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ง๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐๐ข๐ง๐คToday, April 8, 2026, the world dons a powerful hue of solidarity as International Day of Pink ...
08/04/2026

๐ˆ๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ง๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐๐ข๐ง๐ค

Today, April 8, 2026, the world dons a powerful hue of solidarity as International Day of Pink unfolds its fervent advocacy. Across continents, nations, and cultures, millions are embracing the color of defiance against bullying, discrimination, homophobia, and oppression: a vibrant and resolute stand against all forms of hate.

This yearโ€™s theme, โ€œEcho,โ€ amplifies the movementโ€™s profound message. On this day, we are called to speak beyond confinements, transcend beyond borders, and break the chains of silenceโ€”giving rise to the powerful reverberations of being differently the same. This is for the courageous voices who redefined the meaning of being a humanโ€”to live and be loved freely for who you truly are, to resist oppression, to speak truth to powerโ€”and in doing so, have profoundly reshaped communities, nations, cultures, and societies into a diverse and ever-blooming abode. Their resilience and compassion continue to echo every narrative, hard-won right, battle fought, and fear-overcame.

The โ€œEchoโ€ theme burnishes particular significance this year, remembering and honoring pivotal moments that have transcended the rights and reverberated visibility of marginalized groups. It sheds light on the unceasing quest towards dignity and legal protection for diverse identities, celebrating the spirits and valor of those who paved the way for equality and greater inclusion.

โ€œProgress is not an endpoint; itโ€™s a continuous journey. To prevent regression, we must act now,โ€, said international pink day advocates, an urgent call to facilitate a radical paradigm shift through a proactive engagement emphasizing the crucial need to enlighten future generations, hold leaders accountable, and transform passive empathy into decisive, impactful collective efforts.

Today, let the echoes of justice, love, and unwavering resistance resonate more powerfully than ever before. By recognizing the rights of every individual, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, and culture, we are paving the way towards a more resilient, united, and peaceful societies that will not just bridge the gap of differences of today, but will continue to reshaping future generations into a more conducive, halcyon, and inclusive societies that cherish individuals beyond their differences. ยถ

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