The Review

10/08/2025

We would like to present to you the Editorial Board and Staff of The Review, the official student publication of Northwestern University, for the Academic Year 2025-2026.

Congratulations, The Review Editorial Board and Staff AY 2025-2026!

10/08/2025

𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 | 𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧: From every college came a new story. NWU Freshmania 2025 put the spotlight on students from different colleges, letting their voices, dreams, and aspirations shine as they begin an exciting new chapter at Northwestern University. Living the theme, Born to be Leaders.

Part 1

10/08/2025

𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 | 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐬: The campus opened its doors to the new students of NWU through Freshmania.

09/08/2025

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | 𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭: 𝐍𝐖𝐔 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐚 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

Freshmania, the annual tradition celebrated by every Northwesternian, officially welcomed a new sets of students for Academic Year 2025-2026 with the theme "Born to be Leaders" at the Aquino MultiPurpose Center on August 8, 2025. The event marked the beginning of a journey as the start of their academic pursuits at Northwestern University.

Spearheaded by the Supreme Student Council, the festivities began with a campus tour across the different colleges, giving the first-year students from various departments an opportunity to explore the university grounds and familiarize themselves with their new environment. Each departments prepared an interactive and engaging booths designed to introduce their programs and spark enthusiasm for their chosen paths.

Following the tour, the energy continued to rise as the crowd was treated to musical performances from local bands, composing of 30 Something, Matilda, After 4, Lavanders, Kaizen, After 6, ESTS, Tape Monkeys, and After 5 energizing the students and setting the tone for a memorable afternoon.

Moreover, the program opened with an Admin's Welcome from Prof. Agustina A. Dancel Matias, Dean of Student Affairs, who emphasized the value of education and belonging to the university. “Ang edukasyon ay isang karapatan at pribilehiyo pero sa pagiging miyembro ng Northwestern University, it’s more than a privilege dahil narito kaya sa pinakamalaking pribadong unibersidad,” she shared. “Tayo na at sama-sama nating isabuhay, tayo na at tayo’y maging CHAMPions, ating isabuhayang mga mahahalagang values ng CHAMPS.” She encouraged students to embrace the opportunities and to live by the university's core values.

This was followed by Marc Lawrence Faylogna, President of the Supreme Student Council (SSC), who extended a warm student welcome and introduced the new set of SSC officers. “This year, we will lead with three guiding commitments. First, we will listen, because your voices matter in our paradise. Second, we will act, because change requires more than just promises. And number three, we will connect. Because leadership isn't about being above you, but standing beside you,” he emphasized.

Furthermore, Mr. Jon Oscar Lois Rodas, Media Representative Chair, took the stage next to introduce the university’s administrators, deans, and vice presidents, acknowledging the people who will help shape the academic journey of the students.

Subsequently, the highlight of the event was the inspirational message from University President, Atty. Ferdinand S. Nicolas, who conveyed the university’s warmest welcome to the new batch of students. “We heartily welcome you to the Northwestern University family. And we truly hope that throughout this year, throughout your stay here, you will find your heart filled with joy,” he expressed.

The Freshmania concluded with a captivating performance by the Saguday Performing Group and members of the SSC, symbolizing the spirit of togetherness and community that defines Northwestern University. With high hopes and renewed excitement, the event served as a fulfilling start to the academic journey of NWU’s newest CHAMPions.

✍🏻 : 𝐒𝐳𝐞𝐢 𝐓𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐨
🎨 : 𝐈𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐝𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐲

09/08/2025

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | Northwestern University successfully held its Freshmenia 2025, warmly welcoming students at the Aquino Multi-Purpose Center. The event was full of fun and excitement, making it one of the most memorable experiences for students.

Via Amanda Reyes and Kaisa Torrido I 8-8-25

07/08/2025

𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐀 | 𝐍𝐖𝐔, 𝐍𝐚𝐠𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐝 𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐫𝐲𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧, 𝐆𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐦𝐠𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐥

Bilang opisyal na hudyat ng pagbubukas ng taong akademikong 2025–2026, matagumpay na isinagawa ng Northwestern University (NWU) ang dalawang araw na oryentasyon noong ika-6 hanggang ika-7 ng Agosto, na layuning gabayan at ihanda ang mga bagong estudyante sa kanilang paglalakbay sa kolehiyo.

Ang oryentasyon ay isinagawa sa tatlong pangunahing lugar sa loob ng unibersidad: Aquino Multi-Purpose Center, Worship Center, at International House Conference Room. Tampok sa nasabing aktibidad ang pagpapakilala ng mga mahahalagang bahagi ng administrasyon ng unibersidad gaya ng mga patakaran, serbisyong maaaring mapakinabangan ng mga estudyante, at mga organisasyong maaaring salihan.

Sa unang araw, mainit na tinanggap ng unibersidad ang mga mag-aaral mula sa iba't ibang departamento. Isa sa mga tampok na tagapagsalita ay si Dr. Charliemane A. Bullalayao, ang Bise Presidente para sa Akademikong Gawain, na nagbigay-inspirasyon sa mga estudyante sa pamamagitan ng kanyang talumpati. Binigyang-diin niya ang kahalagahan ng pagiging responsable, masigasig, at aktibong kalahok sa buhay-akademiko. Aniya ang pagiging bahagi ng pamantasan ng NWU ay hindi lamang simpleng pagtatala kundi isang panatang lumahok, magsikap at maging mas mabuting sarili, sa inyong pagsisimula at pagpapatuloy ng buhay akademiko akuin ninyo ng buong buo ang inyong respansibilidad, respansibilidad bilang isang mag aaral na may dedikasyon at may malinaw na layunin at igalang ang oras at pagsusumikap ng inyong mga g**o, kaklase, sarili at lalong lalo na ang inyong mga magulang.

Sinambit pa niya, “ Tandaan ang tagumpay ay hindi basta dumadating, kundi ito ay bunga ng disiplina, sipag at araw araw na pasya na nagtataguyod ng mataas na pamantayan.”

Isinagawa rin ang iba't ibang sesyon kung saan ipinakilala ang mga pangunahing opisina at administratibong tanggapan ng NWU. Layunin ng mga ito na bigyang-linaw ang tungkulin ng bawat opisina at hikayatin ang mga estudyante na lumahok sa mga ekstrakurikular na gawain, na maaaring makatulong sa kanilang personal at propesyonal na pag-unlad.

Itinampok sa oryentasyon ang mga bagong estudiyante, bilang pangunahing benepisyaryo ng aktibidad. Ang oryentasyon ay inilaan upang maging gabay at sandigan nila sa kanilang pagsisimula sa kolehiyo, isang hakbang upang mapawi ang kaba, masagot ang kanilang mga katanungan, at mapalawak ang kanilang kaalaman tungkol sa kanilang bagong kapaligiran.

Sa pagtatapos ng programa, ipinaabot ng NWU ang kanilang hangarin na maging matagumpay ang bawat estudyante sa kanilang akademikong landas. Ayon sa pamunuan, sa pamamagitan ng maayos na gabay, aktibong partisipasyon, at dedikasyon ng bawat isa, makakabuo ang unibersidad ng mga gradweyt na handa sa hamon ng makabagong mundo at may kakayahang makapag-ambag sa pagbabago ng lipunan.

✍🏻: 𝐊𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐆𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐦
🎨: 𝐈𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐝𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐲

06/08/2025

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | Different colleges hold the College Orientation Program 2025 to welcome the first year students, transferees, and returning students for the Academic Year 2025-2026.

Via Janrhey Rebuca, Jasmine Reyes, Kaisa Torida, Precious Mae Racoma, Eva Asuncion, Amanda Reyes, Sean Lorenzo, Maezen Marcos I August 5-6, 2025

06/08/2025

𝐊𝐎𝐌𝐈𝐊𝐖𝐀𝐆𝐎| Shift
By Justine Von Lagoc

06/08/2025

As we welcome the Editorial Board and Staff for the AY. 2025-2026, we would like to express our sincerest gratitude to this year's Screening Committee for sharing their valuable time, expertise, and effort.

The Screening Committee is headed by Mr. Jon Oscar Lois Rodas, Public Relations and Information Officer/Marketing Officer, NWU Media and Information, Marketing Office, and the Media Representative.

The other members of the Screening Committee are Prof. Rodger Morillo, Head of Business Administration Program, and the Administration Representative; Mr. Mark Dio Palcon, Faculty Representative; Ms. Charisse Sophia Raquino, Legal Consultant, NWU Legal Office; and Prof. Jezreel Larry Caunca, Acting Director, Philippine Center for Foresight Education and Innovation Research (PhilForesight), and Former The Review Editor.

05/08/2025

04/08/2025

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒| Like the pages turned themselves, the grounds and halls of Northwestern University are alive again for the Academic Year 2025-2026.

Here's to a new trek of academics, unforgettable memories, and growth!

via Yma Antiporda, Jameel Jaim Ashley Dongaso | 08-04-2025

21/07/2025

Northwesternians, application is wrapping up soon! Don't miss out on the chance to bring voice to our university. Be one of us!

The Review, the official student publication of Northwestern University is in search of the following:

* Writers
* Photojournalists/Photographers
* Broadcasters
* Website Managers/Developers/Designers
* Cartoonists
* Layout Artists
* Graphic Artists
* Video Editors

For interested applicants, please register here:
https://forms.gle/c4srnb5Eh6W6AYtw9

Here are the dates of the qualifying examination and interview:

* Application Period:
July 18-21, 2025

* Orientation Date ( via Google Meet):
July 21, 2025

* Qualifying Examination Date ( Face-to-Face at The Review office):
July 22, 2025

* Interview ( Face-to-Face at The Review Office):
July 23-24, 2025

* Announcement of New Editorial Board (via Zoom or Google Meet):
July 25, 2025

Let there be light as truth prevails!