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16/05/2025

Warmest congratulations to the psychology students for passing the mock boards!

A lot of you was our foundation in building and making The Illustrados continue in pursuit of truth and excellence.

Your perseverance, unity, and unwavering dedication have truly paid off. This achievement is a testament to your hard work and shared commitment to excellence.

We are incredibly proud of each and every one of you—may this milestone be the first of many more to come. Onward and upward, Illustrados!

| written by: Ashley Carmela Artuz
| Edit by: Lawrence Alvarez

19/04/2025

Semana Santa

Tahimik ang langit.
Tahimik ang mundo.
Tahimik ang puso.

Sa pagdating ng Semana Santa, tila humihinto ang oras. Ang ingay ng mundo ay napapalitan ng katahimikan—hindi dahil wala tayong ginagawa, kundi dahil iniaalay natin ang sandali sa pagninilay.

Ito ang linggong hindi lang basta bakasyon. Ito ang linggo ng paggunita—sa huling hapunan, sa pagdarasal sa hardin ng Getsemani, sa pagtanggi ni Pedro, sa pag-akyat sa Kalbaryo, sa pagkakapako, sa katahimikan ng Sabado, at sa muling pagkabuhay ni Hesus.

Tahimik, pero punô ng emosyon.
Tahimik, pero may sigaw ng pagmamahal.
Tahimik, pero umaapaw ang biyaya.

Ang Semana Santa ay paanyaya sa bawat isa: huminto sandali, makinig sa bulong ng Diyos, at alalahanin ang tunay na kahulugan ng sakripisyo. Hindi ito tungkol sa tradisyon lamang, kundi sa pagbabalik-loob, paglimos ng kapatawaran, at pagbubukas ng puso sa tunay na pag-ibig.

Sa katahimikan ng langit, maririnig natin ang pinakamahalagang balita:
na kahit gaano kalalim ang sugat, may lunas.
na kahit gaano kabigat ang kasalanan, may kapatawaran.
at kahit gaano kadilim ang gabi, may umagang darating.

Ito ang kuwento ng Semana Santa.
Isang kwento ng Diyos na nagmahal nang lubos.
Tahimik man ang langit ngayon, ang puso natin ay sumisigaw ng pasasalamat.

Panulat ni Carmela ♡
Litrato ni Manny

10/04/2025

Oo na, late na. Pero ang pag-alala sa kabayanihan—hindi kailanman naluluma.

Kahapon man ang Araw ng Kagitingan, ngayon at araw-araw, saludo tayo sa mga bayaning Pilipino na nag-alay ng tapang at buhay para sa ating kalayaan.

Nabubuhay ang alaala nila. Nabubuhay ang diwang makabayan. 🇵🇭

| written by: Kenneth Kien Asuncion
| photos taken by: Manny Boy T. Eslopor

02/03/2025

One shot up, and we can't be later than ever or the best frames won't come.

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆, Kamiiyu! Through your lens, moments turn into timeless stories, each frame a testament to your keen eye. As Henri Cartier-Bresson once said, "To photograph is to hold one's breath, when all faculties converge to capture fleeting reality."

To more captured moments, perfect compositions, and stories told through your camera grid!

02/03/2025

𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐀𝐏 | CCJE, CMA, SHS, AND CITE DOMINATE FOUNDATION DAY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

The Basketball Men’s Tournament at PHINMA Saint Jude College Manila’s Foundation Day delivered intense action and high-stakes competition on February 24, 2025. Teams from different colleges showcased their athleticism, strategy, and resilience, with standout performances and nail-biting finishes keeping the crowd on edge.

The tournament opened with the College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE) asserting dominance over the College of Allied Health Sciences (CAHS) in an 86-71 victory. CCJE’s sharp shooting and defensive pressure kept CAHS from making a comeback, setting the tone for the competition.

One of the most lopsided games of the tournament saw the College of Information Technology Education (CITE) dismantling the Employees with an overwhelming 10-0 shutout. CITE’s superior teamwork and offensive ex*****on left the Employees struggling to find an opening.

The most dramatic battle of the tournament came when the College of Marketing and Accountancy (CMA) edged out the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) in a 79-78 nail-biter. CAS controlled most of the game, but CMA’s late-game heroics and clutch shooting sealed their hard-fought victory in the final moments.

The Senior High School (SHS) Department showcased its basketball superiority with consecutive wins. First, they steamrolled the College of Education (COED) in a commanding 73-28 triumph. They then continued their dominance with another decisive win over the Employees, proving to be a force in the tournament.

As Foundation Day festivities continue, the tournament has already produced unforgettable moments and fierce competition. With teams aiming for the top, more action-packed games are expected in the coming days, as the battle for basketball supremacy heats up.

| written by Ashley Carmela Artuz
| shot taken by Manny Boy T. Eslopor

02/03/2025

𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐀𝐏 | PHINMA SAINT JUDE COLLEGE OPENED THEIR 57TH FOUNDATION ANNIVERSARY WITH A VICTORY WALK

PHINMA Saint College officially kicked off its 57th Foundation Anniversary celebrations with Lakad ng Tagumpay on February 24, 2025, bringing together students, faculty, and staff in a symbolic march of unity and triumph.

The event began with a well-placed school banner standing proudly at the forefront, embodying the institution’s legacy of excellence. Serving as a beacon of pride and tradition, the banner set the tone for the celebration, inspiring participants as they embarked on the march.

Enthusiastic students and faculty gathered early, eager to take part in the Lakad ng Tagumpay, which symbolized the collective journey toward success. The event aligned with this year’s Foundation Week theme, , emphasizing resilience, achievement, and community spirit.

“The banner symbolizes our commitment to excellence and the shared dreams of our community,” one faculty member shared.

As the parade moved forward, school colors, waving flags, and spirited chants filled the air, reinforcing a strong sense of identity and belonging. The event officially opened a week-long celebration honoring the rich history and achievements of PHINMA Saint Jude College.

The festivities continued throughout the week with cultural performances, competitions, and various community-building activities, further strengthening the school’s tradition of excellence and camaraderie.

| written by Ashley Carmela Artuz
| shot taken by Manny Boy T. Eslopor

27/02/2025

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | February 24, 2025, first day of the highly anticipated 57th Foundation Week Celebration of PHINMA Saint Jude College. The 1st day started with a mass, followed by the victory walk in the morning. The afternoon was filled with competitiveness as the games started as well.

| photos taken by Rochelle Anne Suba and Manny Boy T. Eslopor

16/02/2025

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | THE VALENTINE'S DAY LAST FEBRUARY 14, 2025.

Valentine’s Day was celebrated with different students of the PHINMA Saint Jude College, some shared their sentiments about the occasion, revealing a mix of emotions ranging from excitement to indifference—and even heartbreak.

For some, being single is something to embrace. One student, Ashntie, summed it up lightheartedly: “Masaya lang, walang jowa.” Meanwhile, a group known as F5 echoed similar sentiments, jokingly saying, “Single pa rin, nililigawan pa rin yung tao. Puro single lang kami ngayong Valentine’s.”

Despite the usual romantic atmosphere surrounding February 14, others are unfazed. A student, whom doesn't wanna be named, shared a positive outlook, saying, “I’m good, masaya ang puso.” Another student, Mikiekon, admitted that Valentine’s Day feels like any other day—except when they see their crush: “Okay lang, parang normal day. Pag nakita si crush, kinikilig.”

However, not everyone shares the same enthusiasm. One student expressed sadness, revealing that she wore black on Valentine’s Day as a sign of being “brokenhearted.” Others, like Angela, are simply too busy to celebrate, saying, “Duty, duty lang.”

While Valentine’s Day means grand gestures and romantic celebrations for some, for many students, it’s just another day—with or without a special someone.

| written by Kenneth Kien Asuncion
| corresponded by Ashley Carmela Artuz
| shots from Manny Boy T. Eslopor (https://www.facebook.com/thrasherlook)

12/02/2025

𝗣𝗔𝗛𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗔𝗦

Nais pa kitang alayan ng maraming tulang magsisilbing bolong mag-iiwan ng lalim gaya ng siphayong ipinaramdam sa akin. Nais kong maging sangganong magpapanday ng mga obrang may halong galit mula sa paghiwalay ng landas natin. Ngunit dahil tila ang pag-ibig ay nararapat na mapagpatawad ay nais ko na lamang sumulat ng mga tulang itinutulak ng dibdib. Walang galit, walang p**t, hindi tungkol sa iyo ngunit kapag tinamaan ka, nawa'y maalala mong ako'y hamak na makatang umibig at dahil sa pag-ibig ay sumusulat ng piyesang tungkol dito.

Hindi na ikaw ang paksa ng mga isusulat ko, hindi na tungkol sa bangkong iniwan mo o sa pag-lisan mo habang nasa upuan pa ako. Tungkol na ito sa akin, sa naghihilangalong pintig, at sa kung paano ako susulat ng mga matatamis ulit na himig.

| panulat ni Kenma
| krokis at kuha ni Ma. Rocelle Camille Castillo

07/02/2025

𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐃𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 | VP SARA DUTERTE FACES IMPEACHMENT; TRIAL OVER CORRUPTION ALLEGATION

The House of Representatives impeached Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, after 153 lawmakers backed the complaint, surpassing the required threshold. The impeachment, rooted in allegations of fund misuse, graft, and betrayal of public trust, now moves to the Senate, where lawmakers will decide her fate. Despite Senate staff preparing for the transmittal of complaints, Senate President Francis Escudero dismissed any assumptions, stating the chamber will only act once proceedings are officially in progress.

Following the House vote, the Senate Secretary General instructed the Senate Public Relations and Information Bureau to prepare for the possible transmittal of impeachment complaints by 7 PM. Once received, senators will hold a trial to determine whether Duterte should be removed from office.

However, Senate President Francis Escudero dismissed reports that the Senate is actively preparing for the proceedings. “The Senate is not preparing for anything regarding impeachment. We cannot and will not assume anything until and unless it is a fact. The statements made by an over-eager staff were neither authorized by me nor proper,” Escudero stated.

Lawmakers have filed three impeachment complaints against Duterte. The first, led by Akbayan Party-List Rep. Perci Cendaña, accused Duterte of failing to account for 125 million pesos in confidential funds allocated to the Office of the Vice President (OVP) in 2022. Additionally, the complaint flagged 7 billion pesos in not-calculated cash advances from her tenure as Education Secretary. Former peace adviser Teresita Quintos Deles and Catholic priests Flaviano Villanueva and Robert Reyes co-signed the complaint, asserting that Duterte weakened congressional oversight by refusing to attend budget hearings.

The second complaint, filed by Bagong Alyansang Makabayan, focused on Duterte’s alleged misuse of confidential funds. Bayan Muna chairperson Neri Colmenares argued that her actions seriously betrayed the public trust. A combination of Catholic priests, civil society leaders, and lawyers submitted the third complaint, expanding the charges to include plunder, malversation, bribery, graft, and corruption.
The 70-page document outlined that Duterte personally authorized the release of 125 million pesos in confidential funds in 2022 and an additional 112.5 million pesos in 2023 while overseeing both the OVP and the Department of Education (DepEd). During House impeachment hearings, testimonies from government officials supported the allegations. Gina Acosta, a special disbursing officer of the OVP, confirmed that she released 125 million pesos in confidential funds to Col. Raymund Dante Lachica, commander of the Vice Presidential Security and Protection Group, in December 2022. Similarly, DepEd special disbursing officer Edward Fajarda testified that he transferred 37.5 million pesos in confidential funds to Col. Dennis Nolasco in early 2023. Both officials stated that Duterte directly ordered the transactions.

Initially, the House refused to give the impeachment complaints from Speaker Martin Romualdez while awaiting a possible fourth case. However, growing public pressure led to mass protests at the EDSA People Power Monument, where demonstrators demanded immediate action. Lawmakers finally decided to move forward with the case due to the strong support for the impeachment procedure. Reginald Velasco, the House Secretary General, verified that the fourth impeachment complaint against Duterte has received more than the necessary 102 signatures.“We have enough, 102 lang ang requirement. It was last reported 153 na. Pero wala pa kaming exact number until we report it to the plenary,” Velasco stated. As it proceeds, the additional complaint strengthens the case against the vice president.

| written by Lovely Joy Tayam

02/02/2025

𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍 | BADMINTON FORMAT CHANGE FOR FOUNDATION DAY 2025

Dr. Narro Navarro, Director of the Center for Student Development and Leadership (CSDL), has clarified the recent changes to the badminton competition for the 57th Foundation Celebration of PHINMA Saint Jude College. Originally planned as a mixed doubles event, badminton will now follow a doubles format with separate Men’s and Women’s divisions to allow more students to participate.

The competition remains a one-day league, set to take place at the PHINMA-Saint Jude College Quezon City Quadrangle, under the supervision of the QC Badminton Club. Further guidelines and tryout schedules will be coordinated by the college councils and announced soon.

With this update, the finalized lineup of activities for Foundation Day 2025 is as follows:

Singing Competition (Solo Category Only)
Dance Competition (Group Category)
Volleyball (Men’s and Women’s Categories)
Basketball (Men’s Category Only)
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Tournament (Mixed)
Chess (Mixed)
Scrabble (Mixed)
Badminton (Doubles Format – Men’s & Women’s Divisions)
Victory Walk with Cheers and Yells

Dr. Navarro emphasized that these adjustments are part of the CSG’s continuous efforts to refine the event based on student feedback, ensuring an inclusive and engaging celebration. Students are advised to stay tuned to the official CSG page for upcoming announcements and final event guidelines.

| written by Kenneth Kien Asuncion

28/01/2025

𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 | Ang Binondo, mga Tsino, at mga Pilipino.

Sa mga kanto ng Binondo, ang hangin ay hindi lang amoy ng dimsum at tikoy. May kasamang alingawngaw ng nakaraan—mga bakas ng mga digmaan, mga alitan, at mga kwentong hindi madaling mapawi. Ito'y lugar na puno ng mga alaala ng digmaan at pagsasama, ng mga paalam at muling pagkikita. Kung ang bawat kanto at kalye ng Binondo ay may sariling kuwento, ito'y sa dalawang lahing magkasabay na naglakbay, magkaakibat sa isang landas na puno ng mga sugat at pagkatalo.

Nguit sa kabila nito, patuloy itong lumilipad tulad ng mga parol na sumasayaw sa hangin tuwing Chinese New Year, parang nagsasabi, "Wala kahit anong hidwaan, ako Chinese, ikaw Pinoy, tayo pareho tao, tayo magsalo." Pero baka hindi lang nila nakikita ang bagyo sa West Philippine Sea, at 'yung mga alon ng alitan sa pagitan ng dalawang bansa.

Gayumpaman, ang mga Tsino at Pilipinong naglalakad sa mga makulay na kalsada nito ay parang magkaibang lasa ng lumpiang shanghai at lumpiang sariwa—magkaibang timpla, ngunit sa isang pinggan ay magksamang mabubudburan ng alat ng toyo. Ang mga tindahan na puno ng mga gamit na yari sa kahoy at mga alahas mula sa Tsina ay patuloy na nag-aalok ng alaala, kahit na ang mga namimili’y may dalang mga saloobin ng mga taon ng hindi pagkakaunawaan. Isang magkahalong pait at tamis sa bawat kagat, tulad ng tikoy na matamis ngunit tumitigas kapag hindi maingat.

At sa kabila ng mga alitan at mga hindi pagkakasunduan, patuloy na nagsisilbing simbolo ng pag-asa ang Binondo—parating may isang tasa ng tsaa, isang kagat ng dimsum, at isang subo ng lumpiang shanghai. Kasi, kung isipin mo, kahit gaano man kahirap sa Pilipinas, parati kong hahanapin ang lumpiang shanghai sa bawat handaan.

Hindi man perpekto ang pagkakaibigan, parang pancit na laging may dagdag na saucy twist, ang mga Tsino at Pinoy ay patuloy na nagsasama tuwing Chinese New Year sa Binondo—nagkakaisa sa bawat pagdiriwang, kahit may mga pagkaing may konting hinagpis. Bawat kanto, bawat tindahan, at bawat bahay rito ay nagpapaalala na kahit magkaibang flavor, parehong masarap kapag magkakasalo ang pagkatao.

At sa kabila ng mga alitan sa West Philippine Sea, kung saan ang mga dagat may halo nang dugo ng mga sundalo ng magkabilang bansa, ang Binondo ay patuloy na nagsisilbing paalala na ang tunay na halaga ng pagkakaibigan ay hindi nasusukat sa mga hangganan ng dagat o sa mga mapa ng kapangyarihan. Parang feng shui—minsan ang mga bagay ay hindi sumusunod sa inaasahan, ngunit may tamang balanse na matatagpuan sa mga simpleng bagay: sa lumpiang shanghai. Kahit pa may mga alon ng tensyon sa pagitan ng mga bansa, natutunan ng mga tao na may mga relasyon na mas mahalaga kaysa sa anumang teritoryo.

Sa bawat taon, tulad ng isang horoscope na nagbibigay pag-asa, natututo silang tanggapin ang mga pagkakaiba at magsama para sa isang mas maliwanag na hinaharap. Kaya’t sa bawat hapag ngayong New Year, sa bawat subo ng tikoy, may isang mensahe: kung ang mga tao ay kayang magtulungan, magpatawad, at magsama sa kabila ng lahat ng alitan, baka isang araw, ang tunay na layunin ng China Town sa Pinas ay magtagumpay, hindi sa mga agawan ng teritoryo, kundi sa pamamagitan ng pakikipagkapwa-tao.

Happy Chinese New Year sa lahat!

| sa panulat ni Kenma
| mga pitik ni Manny Boy T. Eslopor (https://www.facebook.com/thrasherlook)

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