The Marine Echo

18/02/2025

Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love—whether you're sharing it with someone special or embracing the joy of your own company. It's a day filled with affection, surprises, and heartfelt moments.

Join Mark Angelo Dy as he roams around the campus, asking students how they’re celebrating this special day—whether with a loved one, friends, or simply enjoying some self-love.

𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐑: We hereby declare that we do not own the rights to the music in this video. No copyright infringement intended.

18/02/2025

18/02/2025

𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗥𝗢𝗢𝗠 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

We are delighted to inform all MSUN students, faculty, and staff that the reservation link for the Wellness Room is now open. Those who wish to utilize the facility are encouraged to secure their slots by accessing the reservation form through the link provided.

To ensure an efficient and fair reservation process, please observe the following guidelines:

✅ First-Come, First-Served Basis – Reservations will be accommodated in the order they are received.

✅ Strict observance to Time Slots – Users must follow their scheduled time to ensure equal access for all.

✅ Maintain Cleanliness and Proper Decorum – The facility must be kept clean and used responsibly at all times.

For further inquiries or assistance, please contact the Office of Student Welfare.

Thank you for your cooperation and support in maintaining a conducive wellness space for everyone.

17/02/2025

𝐓𝐌𝐄 𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓 | Happy birthday to our Editor-In-Chief, 𝐃𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨!✨

Here's to another year of pursuing your passion for making a difference with your voice. May your day be filled with love and joy. Enjoy your special day!🥳

17/02/2025

𝐓𝐌𝐄 𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐓𝐇𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓 | Happy birthday to our Layout Artist, 𝐕𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐚 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧!✨

Here's to another year of pursuing your passion for making a difference with your voice. May your day be filled with love and joy. Enjoy your special day!🥳

15/02/2025

𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 | We’d all love nothing more than to live a life surrounded by the people we love most.

Life is unpredictable and doesn’t always go the way we expect. Yet, amidst the uncertainty, there is something extraordinary— the unwavering presence of those who stand by us despite it all. When challenges overwhelm us and loneliness creeps in, we often fail to see the quiet constants in our lives, the ones who stay, even when we are too lost in our own storms of emotions to notice. At times, we may push them away, overlooking the most beautiful things in front of us.

The little things in life are more meaningful than they seem. Take a moment to pause, look around, and appreciate the people, experiences, and things you have— for they may not always be there. It's important to be present and not take them for granted, whether it's family, friends, or a lover. Even the simplest acts of love and kindness can make a huge difference. Let people know you appreciate them. Share the beauty you see in them. Remind them you’re proud of them. Express your gratitude. Tell them you miss them. Give them gifts. Take them out. Hug them tight. The ability to do so is a privilege in itself. A few simple words and acts of love can mean more than you realize.

To be loved is to be considered; to be known; to be valued; to be respected; to be seen. Love truly, love deeply, love loudly.

𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘴, 𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘑𝘦𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘗𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘰

14/02/2025

𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘 | “𝑶𝒉, 𝑰 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖”
✍︎︎𝓙.

I’ll make this as simple as I can
I’ll inject the absence of metaphor in each lines
Oust of archaic form will be done
Read this rendezvous between my heart and mind

I’m done hoarding these faze
That everytime you put a facile gaze
My face would cede the phases of pink
And would lead me into the espial of red, I think?
If the earth became aberrant and has its subtle moving
I’ll make the ocean reach its fine breathing
If the bluest skies would refuse to deliver halcyon days
I’ll make the heaven and ocean ablaze
To let you blaze the vermilion scenery

Oh, let me recapitulate

I like you, I hope it won't cause you remonstrance
I like you, I didn't bemoan to cascade you my first glance
I like you and I won’t ask for a chance
Because I like you and let me just say this for once
I like you that your presence makes my heart dance

𝘐𝘭𝘭𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘺 𝘓𝘪𝘻𝘢 𝘍𝘦 𝘙𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘻
𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘒𝘦𝘯𝘫𝘪𝘦 𝘎𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘺

13/02/2025

𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐢𝐫—𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐬𝐨 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬!

Life gets busy, schedules fill up, and responsibilities never seem to end. But in the middle of it all, let’s take a moment to pause, breathe, and appreciate the people who make our days a little brighter.

Whether it’s a simple text, a warm hug, or just simply spending quality time with the ones we love, today is a reminder that no matter how packed our calendars are, love deserves a spot too.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲!

𝘞𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘣𝘺 𝘕𝘢𝘷𝘪 𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘦 𝘉𝘢𝘤𝘢𝘺𝘰
𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘗𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘴

12/02/2025

𝐌𝐒𝐔𝐍 𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬

From its 17,847th spot in the July 2024 edition of the Webometrics Ranking of World Universities, Mindanao State University at Naawan (MSUN) has made a remarkable leap to the 7,826th position in the January 2025 rankings.

Additionally, within the MSU System, MSUN proudly holds the 3rd spot, following MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology (1st) and MSU-Marawi (2nd), further cementing its position as a leading institution in the region.
Webometrics, a global university ranking system developed by the Cybermetrics Lab (CSIC), assesses universities based on their web presence, impact, openness, and research excellence, encouraging institutions to embrace digital visibility and open access to scholarly resources. Published twice a year, the ranking evaluates over 32,000 universities worldwide, providing recognition, especially to institutions in the Global South, and driving academic institutions to enhance their online influence and scholarly engagement.

This achievement is a testament to MSUN’s relentless pursuit of academic excellence, commitment to research and innovation, and dedication to fostering a dynamic and globally competitive learning environment.
With this milestone, MSUN continues to set new benchmarks for progress, further solidifying its place among the country’s most esteemed higher education institutions.

Stay tuned for more updates as we eagerly await the official announcement of the Philippine university rankings.

𝐌𝐒𝐔𝐍 𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬

From its 17,847th spot in the July 2024 edition of the Webometrics Ranking of World Universities, Mindanao State University at Naawan (MSUN) has made a remarkable leap to the 7,826th position in the January 2025 rankings.

Additionally, within the MSU System, MSUN proudly holds the 3rd spot, following MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology (1st) and MSU-Marawi (2nd), further cementing its position as a leading institution in the region.

Webometrics, a global university ranking system developed by the Cybermetrics Lab (CSIC), assesses universities based on their web presence, impact, openness, and research excellence, encouraging institutions to embrace digital visibility and open access to scholarly resources. Published twice a year, the ranking evaluates over 32,000 universities worldwide, providing recognition, especially to institutions in the Global South, and driving academic institutions to enhance their online influence and scholarly engagement.

This achievement is a testament to MSUN’s relentless pursuit of academic excellence, commitment to research and innovation, and dedication to fostering a dynamic and globally competitive learning environment.

With this milestone, MSUN continues to set new benchmarks for progress, further solidifying its place among the country’s most esteemed higher education institutions.

Stay tuned for more updates as we eagerly await the official announcement of the Philippine university rankings.

12/02/2025

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐏𝐨𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐲 – 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞!

Speak now or forever hold your peace~

Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to express love and appreciation, but finding the right words can be challenging. To help individuals convey their emotions, The Marine Echo Student Publication offers a free Valentine’s Day poetry writing service. This initiative provides personalized poems tailored to your heartfelt messages, making your Valentine’s celebration even more special.

This poetry service is available to all who wish to express their emotions through words. Participants can request a poem free of charge for a partner, a friend, or a loved one. There are no purchase requirements or hidden fees—just a simple way to spread love through poetry.

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬

📅 Date: February 14, 9 AM – 5 PM

📍 Location: TSAC 210, The Marine Echo Student Publication Office

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐈𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬:

Visit The Marine Echo office (TSAC 210), where a welcoming sign will invite you:
"Don’t know how to express your love? Get in here, we'll write it for you."

To request a poem, individuals provide basic details about their recipient. These details may include their relationship with the person, the recipient’s personality, special moments they have shared, or any specific message they want to be included. With this information, the writer will craft a unique and meaningful poem.

To ensure each poem reflects the requester’s emotions, they may choose the tone of the poem—whether romantic, humorous, heartfelt, or playful. Additionally, poems can be handwritten on decorative paper for a more intimate feel or printed for a polished presentation.

Poems will be written on a first-come, first-served basis. Each poem takes about 10-15 minutes to complete, depending on the queue. Once finished, you can either deliver the poem yourself or have it sealed in an envelope for a surprise delivery.

With your permission, selected poems may be shared on social media to inspire others and spread the spirit of love and creativity.

For those struggling to find the perfect words for their loved ones, this initiative offers a heartfelt and creative solution. With poetry, emotions can be beautifully captured and cherished forever.

𝐋𝐞𝐭 𝐩𝐨𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲!

𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘺 𝘑𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘧 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘶𝘦𝘭 𝘊𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘻𝘢𝘯𝘰
𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘝𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘢 𝘛𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘕𝘪𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘚𝘢𝘣𝘶𝘦𝘳𝘰

09/02/2025

08/02/2025

𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 | Loving someone is believing that fate has its own way of leading you back to the one you love. You may be separated, but fate will always find a way to reconnect you. Red strings bind your souls, like blood intertwined. No matter the time, place, or circumstances, if you’re meant to be, fate will always step in—love will lead you back to the right one.

Pursue the one you love and never look back. If you are destined for each other, the universe will make it happen.

𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘴 𝘣𝘺 𝘑𝘰𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘺𝘯 𝘙𝘰𝘴𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘰
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘺 𝘝𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘢 𝘛𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯
𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘑𝘦𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘗𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘰

07/02/2025

𝐒𝐢𝐱𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐡𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐝 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡

The MSUN Visual Artists - Pahid Alampat launched a three-day art gallery in celebration of National Arts Month with the theme "Ani ng Sining, Diwa at Damdamin" on February 3, 2025, at the Function House.

The 2025 art gallery was a huge success. It was open from February 3 to 5 and featured various types of art such as thread art, sketches, paintings, crochet, digital art, and paper clay creations made from scratch.

In a quick interview, Associate Prof. Charry Neleene P. Canoy, Pahid Alampat Adviser, shared that the group started in 2018 with 15 to 20 members. At present, the group has grown to around 25 to 30 members. The name Pahid Alampat was officially approved in 2022, and they have held annual exhibits during National Arts Month celebrations since then.

Their goal is to break the monotony of life in the academe and provide therapy, relaxation, and recreational activities for students, faculty, staff, and all MSU constituents. Pahid Alampat also aims to guide, encourage, and ensure that every artist feels there is room for improvement.

Moreover, Pahid Alampat does not only focus on painting but also on various forms of visual arts such as sculpture, pointillism, crochet, and digital art. The primary qualifications to join Pahid Alampat are commitment and a willingness to learn.

𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘈𝘭𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘢 𝘐𝘨𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘢
𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘋𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘰
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘴 𝘣𝘺 𝘚𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘵𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘭 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘤, 𝘊𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘈𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨,
𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘝𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘢 𝘛𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯
𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘑𝘦𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘗𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘰

07/02/2025

🏆 Calling All Aspiring Student-Athletes!

The Sports Development Office of Mindanao State University at Naawan (MSUN) is on the lookout for promising student-athletes to join the Semestral Athletic Sports Tryouts 2025!

📢 Who Can Join?
✔️ All interested MSUN student applicants who are passionate about sports and eager to showcase their athletic skills.

📌 How to Participate:
1️⃣ Secure a Tryout Form – Available at the Sports Development Office located at TSAC 201.
2️⃣ Complete the Required Documents and submit all paperwork at CSDO.
3️⃣ Attend the Orientation Session on February 12, 2025 at exactly 01:00PM – Get briefed on important guidelines before the tryouts.

🎯 Why Join?
✅ Represent MSUN in prestigious competitions.
✅ Be part of a thriving athletic community.
✅ Unlock opportunities for personal and athletic growth.

For more details about newly introduced sports or any inquiries, feel free to message our official page.

📣 Don’t miss this chance to shine—Step up, try out, and be part of MSUN Kingfishers' elite student-athlete team! 🔥

07/02/2025

𝐂𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬; 𝟏𝟔𝟒 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐝

The Mindanao State University at Naawan – College of Education and Social Sciences (CESS) honored its pre-service teachers during the 3rd Pinning Ceremony on February 3, 2025, at the Training and Student Activity Center (TSAC).

The event began with a welcome address by Dr. Emmylou A. Emperador, the college dean, who reminded the pre-service teachers that teaching is a mission requiring dedication to shape the future of the next generation.

This year’s guest speaker was Mr. Paul John E. Calam, an outstanding alumnus of MSU at Naawan, who completed his BSEd Major in Mathematics at the university. He encouraged the pre-service teachers to trust in their capabilities and embrace lifelong learning.

“𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘶𝘣𝘫𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘭. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦,” Mr. Calam emphasized.

In her Challenges and Acceptance Speech, Ms. Yhusabelle Angel A. Gono, Pre-Service Teachers Representative, highlighted, "𝘎𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩 𝘳𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘰𝘵— 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘯𝘰𝘵— 𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘪𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮.”

Ms. Kimlene Calixterio from BSED Sciences led the Practice Teacher's Creed. Followed by the second highlight of the pinning ceremony, the candle lighting, which was led by the University Chancellor, Dr. Elnor C. Roa.

"𝘐 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘧𝘢𝘳 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘨𝘰𝘯𝘦. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴, 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦-𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘳𝘴," Dr. Roa delivered an inspiring message that underscored the pivotal role and responsibilities of educators in shaping students’ lives.

Furthermore, Asst. Professor Gergie A. Ambato, VCAA, reminded the pre-service teachers of two things: learning and service. "𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘢 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘸𝘦 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘥, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘦 𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦," she said, signifying the program's closing remarks.

This momentous event served as a reminder for aspiring educators on the importance and immense power of their profession in shaping the future of the community and the next generation.

𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘩 𝘋𝘪𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘢 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘓𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘑𝘰𝘺 𝘗𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘨
𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘋𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘰
𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘴 𝘣𝘺 𝘒𝘦𝘯𝘫𝘪𝘦 𝘎𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘺, 𝘒𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘑𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘱𝘩 𝘉𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘺, 𝘚𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘵𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘭 𝘉𝘰𝘰𝘤, 𝘕𝘢𝘷𝘪 𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘦 𝘉𝘢𝘤𝘢𝘺𝘰, & 𝘖𝘐𝘗𝘗
𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘋𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘰, 𝘊𝘳𝘪𝘴 𝘈𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨, & 𝘒𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘑𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘱𝘩 𝘉𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘺

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07/02/2025

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06/02/2025

𝐁𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐤, 𝐂𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬!

The 13th FASMin Congress has officially concluded, and MSU at Naawan has proudly secured the 8th spot with an impressive 96 points! This remarkable achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our CAFESians. Your MSU at Naawan family is proud.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞, 𝐌𝐒𝐔𝐚𝐧𝐬!

𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘺 𝘋𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘰
𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘙𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘎𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘦

06/02/2025

𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 | 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

In many Filipino households, conversations about s*x and relationships are often avoided, labeled as taboo, or dismissed entirely. This silence, however, comes at a cost. It leaves young people vulnerable, uninformed, and unprepared to make responsible choices about their bodies and futures. I know this struggle firsthand. I was born to a teenage mother, and while my grandmother provided the love and guidance I needed, I understand that not everyone has the same support system. The lack of open discussions about s*x education has real consequences—one of the most pressing being the high rate of teenage pregnancies in the Philippines. It's time we address this issue head-on, and Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) is a crucial part of the solution.

What is Comprehensive Sexuality Education?

Comprehensive Sexuality Education is more than just "s*x ed." It’s a structured program that teaches young people about their physical, emotional, and social well-being. It provides essential knowledge about puberty, relationships, consent, contraception, and reproductive health while promoting values like respect, equality, and responsibility.

Unlike fear-based or abstinence-only approaches, CSE empowers young people with the tools they need to make informed decisions about their health and relationships. It encourages open, judgment-free discussions that help young individuals navigate the challenges of growing up in a way that is safe, responsible, and healthy.

Why is CSE Important in the Philippines?

1. Preventing Teenage Pregnancy

The Philippines has one of the highest rates of teenage pregnancies in Southeast Asia. Many young people become parents before they’re emotionally and financially ready simply because they lack access to accurate information about contraception and reproductive health. CSE helps address this issue by equipping young people with knowledge about their bodies, birth control methods, and the consequences of early pregnancy. When students understand how to prevent unintended pregnancies, they have a better chance at finishing their education and building a more secure future.

2. Fighting HIV and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

The number of HIV cases in the Philippines is rising, particularly among young people. A huge part of this crisis stems from misinformation and stigma surrounding s*xual health. CSE provides life-saving information about how HIV and STIs are transmitted, prevented, and treated. It teaches the importance of safe s*x practices and regular testing while encouraging open, honest discussions that help break the stigma around these issues. When young people are educated about s*xual health, they’re more likely to make informed and responsible choices.

3. Supporting Mental Health and Emotional Well-being

Adolescence is a time of confusion, self-discovery, and emotional ups and downs. Many young people struggle with body image, self-esteem, and relationship issues, yet they have no safe space to talk about them. CSE fosters a supportive environment where students can ask questions, express their concerns, and receive guidance without fear of judgment. By addressing topics like self-worth, consent, and emotional health, CSE helps young individuals build confidence and resilience, reducing the risk of anxiety, depression, and unhealthy relationships.

4. Promoting Gender Equality and Respect

Many Filipino children grow up surrounded by outdated gender roles and stereotypes that limit their potential. CSE challenges these norms by teaching students about gender identity, consent, and healthy relationships. When young people learn about equality and respect from an early age, they grow up to challenge discrimination and advocate for a fairer society. By fostering discussions about gender-based violence and consent, CSE also plays a key role in preventing harassment and abuse.

Breaking the Cycle of Silence

Sexuality is a natural part of life, yet many young Filipinos grow up without the knowledge they need to make safe and informed choices. The consequences of this silence—teenage pregnancies, rising HIV cases, mental health struggles, and gender inequality—are too severe to ignore.

It’s time for change. It’s time to break the stigma and start having open, honest conversations about s*xual health and relationships. Comprehensive Sexuality Education is not about encouraging young people to be s*xually active—it’s about giving them the knowledge and skills to make responsible, informed decisions.

For the sake of our youth, their futures, and our society as a whole, it’s time we stop shying away from these conversations. It’s time we give the next generation the education and support they deserve.

Sources:
https://www.unesco.org/en/health-education/cse

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/2011407/hiv-cases-in-ph-may-reach-215400-before-2024-ends-doh

https://mb.com.ph/2025/1/15/dep-ed-comprehensive-s*xuality-education

https://mb.com.ph/2025/1/29/is-sb-1979-needed

𝘞𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘣𝘺 𝘕𝘢𝘷𝘪 𝘚𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘦 𝘉𝘢𝘤𝘢𝘺𝘰
𝘓𝘢𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘣𝘺 𝘑𝘦𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘗𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘰