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27/10/2025

𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐍 | Where the Earth Cries: The Unseen Struggles of Indigenous Voices in the Philippines

In the shadows of our cities and towns lies a Philippines that the mainstream often overlooks: the lands of the Indigenous Peoples. From the lush mountains of Mindanao to the remote highlands of the Cordilleras, these communities are not mere relics of the past. They are the stewards of our nation’s living history and the custodians of our land. Yet, in the halls of power and on the pages of our news, their voices remain unheard.

The tragedy of the Indigenous Peoples is not confined to history books. It reverberates in other communities in the Philippines. While laws like the Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act (IPRA) were enacted to protect their rights, the reality on the ground is far from promising. Despite the legal recognition, many Indigenous communities continue to lose their lands to mining, logging, and commercial interests without their consent. These ancestral domains, with rich resources and cultural significance, are routinely pillaged in the name of progress.

Read more on Medium: https://medium.com/.mapuamcm/opinion-where-the-earth-cries-1c8504cab3d5

IN THE RADIUS | Victor Harold Castro, Hannah Mernilo

27/10/2025

𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘 | MAKE-CORR-UP 101: How to avoid 𝖻̶𝗅̶𝗎̶𝗌̶𝗁̶ money blindness?

Need a makeup tutorial? We’ve got you covered!

There’s a trendy product in the government market called “money blush” that only the wealthiest can afford, and it’s used by many for its amazing application. Yet, even with all these products, we often underestimate how much we should apply, or whether it’s appropriate at all. Hence, this has resulted in a phenomenon known as “blush,” or rather, “money blindness”, which has been rampant for decades!

But how does one stop that problem?

NEWS FLASH: They can’t!

Read more on Medium: https://medium.com/.mapuamcm/make-corr-up-101-how-to-avoid-̶b̶l̶u̶s̶h̶-money-blindness-73dcfeb4c90e

IN THE RADIUS | Kirby Coquilla, Hughloe Cabalang, Kiergee Ian Gillo

27/10/2025

IN PHOTOS | The Compass conducts its 1st General Assembly and Team Building entitled, "Circled In: Drawing Connections, Shaping Stories," last October 20-21, 2025 via online Zoom meeting. This event was hosted to welcome new and old editorial staffers, strengthen journalistic skills, and foster collaboration within the publication for the succeeding terms.

Several guest speakers also graced the event to further hone the skills of The Compass’ student journalists, including Mx. Jessie de Ramos and Ms. Catherine Discorson from the College of Editors' Guild of the Philippines (CEGP); Mx. Karen Edullantes from Himati, the official student publication of the University of the Philippines Mindanao; and Ma’am Marie Gabrielle Ba-ang and Ma’am Fatima Mecca Samanodi-Mejos from the College of Arts and Sciences—Mapúa MCM.

Padayon sa pagsulat, mga student journalists!

18/10/2025

AFTERSHOCKS ALERT | PHIVOLCS reports a magnitude 5.6 earthquake at 08:31 PM, located in Cagwait, Surigao del Sur. Tremors are felt at Intensity I in Davao City.

PHIVOLCS also confirmed that this is an aftershock of the magnitude 6.0 offshore earthquake last October 11, 2025 in Surigao del Sur.

As aftershocks may still occur, stay alert and prepared. Keep a go bag ready with essentials like water, food, flashlight, and a first-aid kit. When resting, avoid sleeping near windows or heavy furniture, and keep the items you need close by.

17/10/2025

OFFICIAL STATEMENT | Compliance with OCBO and Extension of Online Classes
TO: The Mapúa MCM Community

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In light of the recent earthquake that affected the Davao region, and upon the advisory of the Office of the City Building Official (OCBO) and recommendation of external licensed engineering consultants, Mapúa Malayan Colleges Mindanao (Mapúa MCM) will be extending the implementation of online classes across all levels until further notice.

This decision is in full compliance with the requirements set by the OCBO, which include necessary repairs in affected areas within the campus to ensure safety and structural integrity of all facilities.

Please be guided by the following important information:

1. Wellness Break

As a period for rest, reflection, and emotional recovery, Mapúa MCM will observe a complete academic break from October 18-21, 2025. Optional asynchronous classes will be implemented on October 22-25, 2025, with all asynchronous requirements and deadlines being extended until November 3, 2025.

Advisers will be reaching out to provide specific guidance, and counseling services will remain available through the Center for Guidance and Counseling (CGC).

2. Extension of Online Classes

Classes across all levels will continue to be conducted through official online learning channels, as supported by the Learning Continuity Plan (LCP) submitted to the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). Students will receive coordination and updates from their respective departments and advisers for the arrangement and implementation of their asynchronous and synchronous learning modalities.

3. Claiming of Personal Belongings

Students who wish to retrieve personal items left behind during the earthquake evacuation may do so beginning October 13, 2025.

The claiming schedule will be by batch:

High School: 8:00 AM to 12:00 NN, from Monday to Friday
College: 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, from Mondays to Fridays

Please take note that claiming for High School will be done per section and will be coordinated with your advisers.

To claim, students may proceed to the campus front area during your designated schedule and inform the guards. For safety reasons, only authorized personnel are allowed to enter campus buildings.

4. Online Transactions for Admissions, Registrar, and Treasury

To ensure the safety and convenience of our community, all frontline and administrative transactions will continue to be conducted via official online channels until further notice. Mapúa MCM’s frontline offices can be contacted through the ff. emails:

Admissions: [email protected]
Registrar: [email protected]
Treasury: [email protected]
Helpdesk: [email protected]

Mapúa MCM shall continue to monitor developments and provide timely updates through our official communication channels.

The safety and well-being of our community remain our utmost priority. Once building occupancy permits are secured and all safety requirements are met, updates regarding resumption of on-campus operations will be promptly shared.

We appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued cooperation. Please be guided accordingly.

Stay safe always!

14/10/2025

𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 | 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐀𝐊𝐁𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓: 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫

Following the recent earthquake in the Davao Region on October 10, 2025, Mapúa MCM has decided to cancel all on-campus classes and events until necessary safety measures are completed to prioritize the safety and well-being of all students, faculty, and staff.

In line with this, LAKBAY 2025: College Organizations and Clubs Fair, that is scheduled on October 17, 2025, will be postponed until further notice. Updates on the new schedule will be announced once the campus has been cleared for safe use.

The Mapúa MCM Supreme Student Council remains committed to ensuring a safe and meaningful experience for everyone. Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support.

Stay safe, Mapúans.

13/10/2025

BREAKING NEWS | The Office of the Building Official (OCBO) and the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE) Davao City Chapter have issued red tag (occupancy strictly prohibited) and yellow tag (restricted use until repairs are complete) notices to various major establishments in the city after the rapid visual inspections in response to the earthquake last October 10, 2025.

As of October 13, 2025, the following establishments are tagged:

Establishments with Red Tag Notices:
- Mapúa Malayan Colleges Mindanao (Administrative Building and School Building)
- The Velvet Suites and Hotel / Oroderm City
- Magallanes Residences (Toledo-Building 3)
- Teleperformance Davao (Part of SM Annex Building)

Establishments with Yellow Tag Notices:
- Felcris Centrale (Buildings A, B, and C)
- Gaisano Mall of Davao – Bajada (Parking Building)
- Vivaldi Residences Davao
- Mesatierra Garden Residences

The OCBO stresses that all concerned establishments must strictly comply with the conditions and safety requirements before allowing re-occupancy to ensure the safety and protection of residents, tenants, and the general public.

12/10/2025

OFFICIAL STATEMENT | Post-Earthquake Safety Inspection Results and Subsequent Repairs

TO: The Mapúa MCM Community

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Mapúa Malayan Colleges Mindanao (Mapúa MCM) has completed a thorough inspection of its campus buildings following the recent earthquake in the Davao region on October 10, 2025.

Under the guidance of Engr. Ademar C. Pama of AC Pama Engineering Consultancy and the Landev Corporation team, the inspection revealed that the buildings' overall structural integrity remains intact. Although some non-structural damages were observed, these were limited to aesthetic or architectural components that will require minor interior repairs, which will be implemented as soon as possible. The endorsed structural integrity of building certification will be promptly submitted to the Davao LGU.

Mapúa MCM prioritizes the safety and well-being of its community and will resume operations upon completion of necessary repairs.

Rest assured, appropriate improvements are being thoroughly discussed with our structural engineers during these repairs to ensure the durability and integrity of affected areas. Your safety is our priority, and we hear and understand the concerns from our entire community and will take swift action and responsibility to ensure that necessary enhancements will be made.

We shall continue to monitor developments and provide timely updates through our official channels.

We thank you for your patience and understanding.

Stay safe always!

11/10/2025

EARTHQUAKE ALERT | A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Cagwait, Surigao del Sur today at 10:32 PM. The tremor was felt at Intensity IV in the City of Davao as well. PHIVOLCS has also reported multiple weaker aftershocks throughout the day in Central Visayas, CARAGA, and Davao Region.

Everyone is advised to stay alert for further tremors.

Stay safe, Mapúans!

11/10/2025

THANK YOU, FRONTLINERS!

In the midst of uncertainty and calamity, these people stood and showed up for many. To all the administrative and institutional offices of Mapúa MCM, GAIC, student leaders and volunteers from various organizations, as well as the faculty and staff—thank you for your unwavering commitment and dedicated service to the MMCM community.

We also extend our deepest gratitude and respect to all the frontliners who tirelessly served to protect the safety and well-being of the people in the affected areas by the earthquake.

Saludo po kami sa inyong lahat!

IN THE RADIUS | Kirby Coquilla, Hannah Mernilo

11/10/2025

With the recent earthquake, we recognize that the emotional impact can be just as significant as the physical. Please remember that you do not have to go through this alone. If you are feeling anxious, unsettled, or in need of support, reach out to friends, family and loved ones. Heavy things are lighter with more hands.

The Center for Guidance and Counselling is also willing to provide support through counselling for any student who might still be struggling with the aftermath.

You can reach out to us by emailing us at [email protected] or messaging us here on our page.

Let’s continue to support one another as we heal and move forward — together

Sincerely,
The Center for Guidance and Counseling
[email protected]
We care for your wellness 💓

10/10/2025

AFTERSHOCKS ALERT | PHIVOLCS reports a magnitude 6.9 earthquake at 7:12 PM, located in Manay, Davao Oriental. Tremors are also felt in Davao City.

As aftershocks may still occur, stay alert and prepared. Keep a go bag ready with essentials like water, food, flashlight, and a first-aid kit. When resting, avoid sleeping near windows or heavy furniture, and keep the items you need close by.

For further guidance, reach our emergency responders through the hotlines below.

Stay safe, Mapúans!

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