LSU Tingog Campus Press

18/07/2025

#𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 | 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬

There's a certain humiliating element in being a new adult. You carry all the shallow confidence of an egg, hard on the outside but completely without foundation on the inside. Standing around, pretending you know what you're doing, where you're going, and 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦.

Does every adult intuitively know how to walk the world on their own? That every step they take and words that come from their mouths sound so assured, like they have everything figured out?

Did I somehow miss a briefing, a meeting, or a talking-to? Did my adulting instruction manual get lost in the mail or destroyed in transit?

Because somehow, I’ve never felt grown up. My bones feel too small for my skin, legs shaking like a newborn deer, eyes wide in the face of individual responsibility. All of 21 years old, and I still feel like what I did at 12, fresh off of elementary school and trying my hardest to walk in the big shoes that high school life arrived with. My world did not change when everyone's did. 𝘐 𝘥𝘪𝘥 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘢𝘥𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘰𝘭𝘥 𝘮𝘦 𝘐 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥.

They always told me that my fears of growing up would be unfounded. “People will help you.” “You will understand in time; maturity comes in waves.” Yet every year that I blew out the flame was every year that I was barren of any wave. Instead, anxiety crawled like vines on my throat, slowly and steadily settling permanent thorns.

Now, instead of duty, it is the burden of my shortcomings that weighs heavy on my shoulders. With every condescending piece of advice or exasperated stare, it grows and grows until I’m convinced—𝘯𝘰, 𝘐 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸—it’s going to swallow me whole.

Suddenly it’s no longer encouragement but a mess of, “What do you mean you don’t know?” “You should have learned this long ago.” “You wasted your past, and now you are wasting your present.”

I guess if I listen to it a certain way I could see the point, because what good will giving advice do to someone you’ve already marked as a lost cause?

“People do not learn with softness, after all.” They must be baptised with fire, that anyone who does not come out intact is unworthy.

𝘉𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘭𝘢𝘱 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘪𝘴𝘯’𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘪𝘵 𝘨𝘰𝘦𝘴?

Sometimes I wonder if this is truly how it will always be, if the sinking feeling of dread is a forever thing. Most of me dreams that it will be better, but the back of my mind reigns louder still, “You will never know, and isn't that damning to hear?”

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Written by Almond

17/07/2025

𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐎𝐆 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐒 | 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐓 𝐎𝐙𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐙 𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

As Perangat season once again captures Ozamiznons, 11 contingents present their best performances as they battle for the title of champion of this year's Perangat Festival.

Amidst all the festivities, let us test if the people of Ozamiz remember the essence of what we celebrate with a little history trivia quiz!

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Video by Mark Lloyd Clave

16/07/2025

𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐓 𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 | Participated by 11 contingents from all over the city, the highlight of the week-long fiesta celebration—Perangat Ozamiz Festival colored the Big Oz, with the Street Dance Competition kickstarting from the Cotta Shrine to the Grand Showdown at the Ozamiz City Hall on July 16, 2025.

The festival served as a commemoration of the 77th Charter Day of Ozamiz City and the Feast of the Immaculate Concepcion.

Audiences witnessed the perpetuation of the Subanen culture as the Grand Showdown told stories of their livelihood through rituals, emphasizing the importance of life and community, the power of traditional healing, and the essence of conventional courtship.

From last year’s second placers, Ozamiz City School of Arts and Trade (OCSAT) has ensured to climb up the winning ladder as they finally clinched the top spot title of Perangat Ozamiz Festival 2025 Grand Champion, all while earning the back-to-back title of Perangat Ozamiz Festival Queen.

Marcelino C. Regis Integrated School earned second place, followed by Ozamiz City National High School (OCNHS), which landed in third place.

The final winning roster of this year’s Festival Queens includes the cluster of Misamis Institute of Technology (MIT) and Our Lady of Triumph (OLT), following OCSAT as the first runner-up, and finally, La Salle University’s Festival Queen as the second runner-up.

With the turnout of the event, this year’s competition can be seen by the people as a symbol of community collaboration in the city, anchored on upholding the Misamisnons’ commitment to Magpuyong Malinawon, Malambuon, ug Malipayon.

Following the grand showdown, various fiesta activities continued in the evening.

Photos by TINGOG Photojournalists

16/07/2025

𝐊𝐀𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐍 | Among the 11 festival queens representing all contingents of the Perangat Ozamiz Festival 2025, La Salle University’s bet was named second-runner up.

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16/07/2025

𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐓 𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 | In the streets of Ozamiz City, eleven contingents clad in Subanen costumes, danced their way from Cotta Shrine to City Hall Grounds for the Perangat Ozamiz Festival 2025, on July 16.

The street dance competition is just a glimpse of what’s to come, with the much-anticipated Perangat Showdown set for later this afternoon.

Perangat Ozamiz Festival is part of the week-long celebration of the 77th City Charter Anniversary and the Feast of Nuestra Señora de la Immaculada Concepcion y del Triunfo de Migpangi.

Photos by TINGOG Photojournalists

15/07/2025

𝐊𝐀𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐍 | Kate Shaina G. Adalin, a student from the College of Business and Accountancy (CBA) of La Salle University - Ozamiz, emerges as the winner of this year's Miss Asenso Ozamiz representing Gotocan Daku.

Ms. Adalin, an incoming third year BS Accountancy student and the current Vice Governor for External Affairs of the CBA Student Council, competed for the title against 14 other young ladies.

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Congratulations, Miss Adalin! 💚

Photo Credits: Shane Aldrich Photography

14/07/2025

Setting a climactic end to an academic journey, 737 students of Batch L’avenir officially graduated from La Salle University - Ozamiz on July 12, 2025, during the 124th Commencement Exercises held at the LSU Arts Center.

Invited guest speaker Dr. Rhodora Angela F. Ferrer, Private Education Assistance Committee (PEAC) Executive Director, talked about the uncertainties beyond graduating as a student, reminding them to not be rigid but instead embrace change as it comes.

“I hope you give yourself permission to explore, to get things wrong, to try again, and to let your plans change along with you. Remember that success does not always look like a straight line, that sometimes what looks like a detour may actually be the next destination after all,” she highlighted.

Ms. Lexlie Feb S. Dela Peña, Summa Cum Laude, and Mr. Edred Rei M. Banaag Jr., Cum Laude, also rendered their words of appreciation for the afternoon and morning batch respectively, sharing anecdotes of their college life and reflecting on the venture that led them to where they stood now.

Ms. Dela Peña left a stark line to ponder, “We love to say that failure is a stepping stone to success, and often, it is. But let’s also remember, not everyone has the safety net to fall and rise back up without consequence. Let’s honor that truth and move with empathy and not entitlement.”

Several academic and TELS awards were also given to deserving students in recognition of their excellent work in the associated field.

Mr. Mark Kyvyn Embradora, Magna Cum Laude, also became a notable recipient of the CHED-UniFAST Academic Excellence Award, given to the graduating student who is a recipient of the programs under the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act and holds highest general weighted average based on the academic guidelines set by the institution.

The event concluded with an Oath taking of the Alumni Pledge by the students, welcoming them into the LSU Alumni Association, and subsequent singing of the Batch L'avenir graduation song composed by the graduates themselves and the One La Salle song.

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Written by Mariel Tagaytay
Photos by Shan Gumapac

14/07/2025

Honoring the role of their greatest supporters, parents and benefactors of graduating batch L'avenir were recognized in the Tribute to Parents program held in the Arts Center, July 11.

“Ayaw mo ug kaluya. Buhata ninyo ang tanan nga nindot ug maayo,” Fr. Joventino Lustre shared the importance of honesty in service as the graduates transition to their professional careers during the baccalaureate mass prior to the program.

Ms. Darchel M. Alago rendered the words of gratitude for the morning batch, recounting the countless hardships she faced on her journey and highlighting how hardwork plus the support of everyone around her made it possible for her to reach the end.

“This moment is as much yours as ours. A testament to the enduring power of family, personal fortitude, and extraordinary impact of unwavering dedication,” Ms. Glaiza Mae A. Lagunda emphasized as she gave the words of gratitude for the afternoon batch, attributing her success to the support of her family.

Ms. Alma M. Tataro and Ms. Merilyn Jumalon also rendered the words of appreciation for the morning and afternoon respectively, expressing their gratitude for the institution and their fellow parents and benefactors.

In her speech, Ms. Tataro left the graduates with a heartfelt reminder, “Never stop asking questions, never stop striving for excellence and never stop believing in yourself. We know that you have the potential to achieve great things, and we will be here to support you along the way.”

Certain service and special awards were also given during the program to students who rendered their time and effort for the institution.

The program concluded with a touching song and dance performance of MAPA by SB19, sung by the graduates themselves to their present family and loved ones.

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Written by Mariel Tagaytay
Photos by Shan Gumapac

12/07/2025

10/07/2025

Celebrating the almost ending college journey of Class 2025, the Grand Pavilion opened its doors to La Salle University’s graduating batch for the L'avenir Ball on July 8, 2025.

“Here’s to the journey ahead, to the lives you will touch, to the change you will create, and to the legacy you’ll leave behind!” Graduating Batch L'avenir Vice President, Jordence Esgana called for a toast to their success.

The toast for the graduates emphasized a Lasallian’s educational journey, led by faith and service, and their meaningful opportunity to leave the mark of the Lasallian core values beyond their college years.

Before the toast, an energizing performance from Yanah Sephanie Du, the Batch L'avenir President, along with the Green Dynamics, set the stage for a long night of fun.

The Graduating Batch Officers, who made the event possible along with the help of Student Activities Center (SAC) and the University Student Government (USG), were also recognized for their hard work during the programme.

Adding to the vivid artistry of the event, students were recognized for wearing their best and most creative outfits under the theme, “Heavenly Bodies,” where the Best Dressed, Star of the Night, Unkabogable of the Night, and the Mr. and Ms. L'avenir were awarded a sash and a trophy to their celestially curated ensembles.

Finally, the crowd danced the night away to the tunes of DJ Alfred Maligaya as a well-deserved treat for their persistence throughout the long haul.

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Written by Charnette Monica Bonita
Photos by Abegail Mahusay