Vox Veterinarius

05/08/2025

| 𝐕𝐨𝐱 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐮𝐬, the official student publication of College of Veterinary Medicine, kicked off the new academic year with its nook inspired booth, showcasing a mix of creativity, student involvement, and campus spirit.

Among the highlights are the amazing cosplayers from Bukidnon in collaboration with the 𝐁𝐮𝐤𝐢𝐝𝐧𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐢—adding flair and excitement. Merchandise were also available such as stickers, keychains, and pins. Flyers were also handed out to inform the students about Vox Veterinarius and its long-standing role as the voice of veterinary students.

The booth also becomes a platform to introduce the upcoming application process for aspiring writers, artists, and layout designers. Interested students were encouraged to stay tuned on the publication’s social media page, where full details, guidelines, and deadlines will be posted soon. Additionally, latest copies of the Vox Magazine issue were also available at the booth.

As the new academic year starts, the publication reinforces its role as a dynamic force in fostering communication and camaraderie within the CVM community.

Photography | Elena Balsomo, Sam Intong
Spiel | Joebert Apaap
Layout | Mark Laurenz Dela Cruz, Althea Chiong

05/08/2025

| 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Central Mindanao University – College of Veterinary Medicine conducted its Parents and Freshmen’s Orientation last August 2, 2025. The event was hosted by Mr. John Louel Juarez, CVMSCO’s Public Information Officer.

Dr. Philip John S. Sajol, presented the CVM Animal Use and Handling Guidelines. He also shared and discussed information about international opportunities available that students may pursue during their studies.

An open forum was followed, with the presence of the CVM Dean, Dr. Jose M. Obedencio Jr., Together with Dr. Emmanuel Baltazar, Dr. Maria Lebena Montemayor, Dr. Philip John S. Sajol, and CVMSCO Chairperson, Mary Queen G. Figueroa. The panel answered questions and concerns raised by both parents and students. The morning session concluded with a guided tour of the facilities for the parents.

In the afternoon, a freshmen-exclusive college tour was conducted, led by the CVMSCO officers. Followed by a question & answer segment, giving away sticker prizes for the students, adding a touch of fun and excitement to the orientation experience.

News | Kristin Moreno
Photos | Elena Balsomo, Sam Intong

03/08/2025

𝐀𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫, 𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞!⁣
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A new dawn opens up to a new academic year- AY 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔. We welcome YOU, Vetmates, with open arms and high hopes to venture another chapter- one that holds a multitude of opportunities for growth, learning, and discovery.⁣
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As you flip through the pages, do not dwell on conflicts but on the 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦, the 𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 you’ll earn, and the meaningful 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 you’ll build along the way. Take courage, for this endeavour requires not only the power of the mind, but also the strength of the heart.⁣
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May this journey be filled with breakthroughs that will further fuel your passion as future Vets!⁣
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Spiel by | Aya Hibaler⁣
Layout by | Althea Chiong⁣

03/08/2025

See you there at the CVM lobby vetmates with our amazing cosplayers from Bukidnon! 💝

🐾𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗔 𝗣𝗮𝘄-𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!🐾

Join us at Bukidnon No Cosplay Shakai collaboration with Vox Veterinarius CMU-CVM Student Publication, where the worlds of cosplay and veterinary medicine collide! August 4th, 2025. Don't miss the fun!

🎨|| ꜱᴜʀᴇᴋᴀ
👩‍🎨|| ꜱᴜʀᴇᴋᴀ

03/08/2025

𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 2023 𝗩𝗢𝗫 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀!

We are pleased to announce that the official release of the VOX 2023 magazine will take place during Welcome Day, from 10:00 𝗔𝗠 𝘁𝗼 5:00 𝗣𝗠 at the CVM Lobby.

Subscribers may claim their copies on-site and enjoy an 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 with the Bukidnon cosplayer upon collection. Additionally, there will be a special anime merchandise sale available throughout the day.

𝘿𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙚𝙭𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩 — 𝙬𝙚 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙚𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚, 𝙑𝙚𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨!

02/08/2025

| 𝐡𝐚?,.., 𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 2 𝐧𝐚?…,

nganung august 2 namaniiii?

Vetmates, hapit na august 4!

from pending series to chasing deadlines pala to e huhu.

Comics | Marr Austin Mongado
Layout | Althea Chiong

30/07/2025

𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦 𝐧𝐚 𝐛𝐚 𝐦𝐨? 🔈

As you begin another semester, let these reflections from your vetmate seniors guide and inspire you.

Their journey speaks of the real challenges—demanding hours, emotional hurdles, and academic pressure—but also of resilience, discipline, and growth.

𝗟𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿,
𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙥𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙪𝙞𝙩.

Layout | Janine Rose Salvar

27/07/2025

𝗛𝗲𝘆, 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲, 𝗸𝗮𝗺𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮? 🌿

Take a moment to pause and reflect on how far you’ve come.

From the first uncertain steps as a freshman—wide-eyed and filled with both excitement and fear—to long nights of studying, countless hours in the lab, the first time holding a stethoscope, and the bittersweet goodbyes of graduation. Every challenge, every sacrifice, every moment of self-doubt was part of the path that shaped you.

Like a winding trail through a vast forest, the journey through veterinary medicine is not always straight or clear—but it is rich with lessons, resilience, and growth. You've walked through storms and found light in unexpected places.

As you stand at a new crossroads—whether still walking the path or finally emerging from it—remember: every step had a purpose, and the journey continues.

Here's to honoring the path behind and embracing the road ahead. 🌱

25/07/2025

𝗧𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗩𝗼𝘅 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀,

As you move forward from your time at Vox Veterinarius, know that the skills you've honed here—your commitment to integrity, your sharp editorial instincts, and your unwavering pursuit of truth—will continue to set an example of what it means to be a journalist.

In a time when clarity is scarce and spin too common, your voice matters. You have shown not only the ability to report, but to reveal; not only to write, but to enlighten. Just as a veterinarian treats the unseen causes of suffering with care and accuracy, you’ve used your craft to uncover and examine what others might overlook.

Your work has always gone beyond headlines—it has pulsed with purpose.

As you write your next chapter, may your pens stay sharp, your ethics rooted, and your curiosity endless. The truth has never needed defenders more—and there is no doubt that you are ready.

𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙖𝙙𝙢𝙞𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩,
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺

25/07/2025

With unwavering dedication and a commitment, these scholars have completed researches that brings innovative solutions to the forefront of veterinary science.

The 𝙑𝙤𝙭 𝙑𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙪𝙨 community celebrate this academic excellence, as we look forward to the transformative impact they will continue to make in the field.

𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 ! 🎓

25/07/2025

𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀. 🦁❤️‍🔥

The moment they have tirelessly worked for has finally arrived. Holding diplomas in each hand and with dreams about to come true, they stand tall and proud, wearing the symbol of accomplishment on their shoulders.

They have navigated complex theories, mastered new skills, pushed the boundaries of their understanding, and emerged triumphant. They are graduating not just with intellect, but with profound personal growth that has shaped these young people into the incredible individuals we celebrate today. Without their efforts, the guidance of their instructors, the company and encouragement of their friends, and the never-ending support of their families, they would not be what they are today.

𝙃𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧, 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙟𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙖 𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙛𝙤𝙧.

The world beyond these walls is vast, filled with both opportunities and challenges waiting to be tackled by their unique perspectives and newfound expertise. May these young dreamers continue to learn with an open mind and strive to make a meaningful difference in whatever path they choose.

We, Vox Veterinarius, shares this momentum with you.

𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, 𝙂𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙪𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨! 🎓

Continue to write the next inspiring chapters of your lives.

Layout By | Mark Laurenz Dela Cruz
Spiel by | Shayne Louisse Erandio

24/07/2025

| 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗦 𝗪𝗛𝗢 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗜𝗧 𝗔𝗟𝗟 🎓

𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙮 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙤𝙛.

Behind the glamour of these three gray stripes are the stories of untold trials and perseverance that make up the bulk of their journey. Six years of dedication — a significant part of their lives and adulthood offered to achieve a long-held dream.

A title so close to becoming a 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮.

A chapter of memories worth commemorating.

Arriving here by their sheer will and determination, they are looked up to by the younger few. Achievers and completers that will walk on the road that the great ones have traversed before them.

𝙁𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙬𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙣𝙖𝙢𝙚, 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙘𝙮.

Six summers ago, they were these young, hopeful souls. Fighting to keep their dreams alive, making ends meet, struggling, trying, and believing. There were failures, there were setbacks, and they had doubts, but at the end of the day, they still showed up.

They stand with greatness as they carry their own tale—𝙖 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙝𝙪𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙩— after countless days and nights of pouring their heart into making this moment a reality and finally tasting the fruits of their labor, one step closer to becoming what they are meant to be.

𝙂𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙨.

Forlorn nights and dark gray mornings no longer signify bad omens but a scenery in the back of their minds that symbolizes a time when they were as small as we are, hopeful to accomplish the challenges that lie in their wake.

Now, these young folks, bound for greatness, hardened by time, will grace the halls of this humble institution with pride and hard-earned achievement. Adorned in black togas that glimmer in prestige and honor, diplomas that represent their sacrifices, and a degree they gave their everything to, they will finish with flying colors and wisdom to share and to carry for the rest of their lives.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 2025!

- Vox Veterinarius 🦊✨

Written by | Shayne Louisse Erandio
Illustration by | Danna Trisha Prepose