CUP Writers' Guild

06/09/2025

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | 𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗦 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗣𝗥 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

In line with the celebration of National Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Day 2025 and in support of the nationwide CPR Caravan, the Philippine Red Cross – Pasay City Chapter is conducting CPR lecture demonstrations from July 17 to October 16, 2025. As part of this initiative, a session was held at the City University of Pasay (CUP) Boardroom on August 28, 2025, from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., split into morning and afternoon sessions. This meaningful activity was made possible through the support and approval of CUP President, Dr. Rosanie F. Estuche.

The session aimed to orient selected CUP students on the essentials of hands-only CPR. The seminar focused on the importance of quick response during cardiac emergencies and covered proper hand placement, compression depth, and rhythm. Students also had the opportunity to perform hands-only CPR during the practice session, gaining first-hand experience in applying the techniques.

This initiative strengthens the advocacy of a CPR-ready Philippines, where students, educators, and communities are equipped with the proper knowledge, confidence, and ability to respond in times of emergency.

✍️: Ren Ren Espino

03/09/2025

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐔𝐏 𝐖𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒’ 𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐋𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐅𝐅 𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐂𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐂 𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

The CUP Writers’ Guild (TCUPWG) proudly presents its new set of staff members from the four (4) multimedia units:

✒️ Writing Unit
💻 Layout Unit
📸 Photojournalism Unit
🎥 Broadcasting Unit

These student-journalists officially took their Pledge of Commitment on August 21, 2025, during the Comprehensive Media Assembly, led by the organization. The students were oriented and trained on the duties and responsibilities that they will fulfill as part of the official student publication of the university.

The following staff members are granted the role of upholding the journalistic integrity as official members of the organization. They are committed to serving as a reliable source of information for the student body and the entire CUP community.

03/09/2025

[𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐃] CUPIAN’S…. Don’t miss the chance to be there… See you all…Happy Readings…

CUPIAN’S…. Don’t miss the chance to be there… See you all…Happy Readings…

01/09/2025

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐭 𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫! 🌟

To welcome the month of September, we are embracing the candle blowers—the celebrants of the month!

We extend our heartfelt greetings to each of you, may the kindness and thoughtfulness always remain in your hearts. May you be filled with blessings and success in every path you take.

From your CUP Writers’ Guild family, we are wishing you a Happy Birthday! We are beyond thankful for the passion and love that's always been there. Just so you know, this month is yours. ✨

31/08/2025

𝐊𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐍 𝐍𝐆 𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐊𝐀𝐒𝐘𝐎𝐍: 𝐒𝐔𝐋𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐍 𝐀𝐓 𝐏𝐀𝐆-𝐀𝐒𝐀

Sa kasagsagan ng pandemya, maraming mag-aaral sa bansa ang naharap sa mabibigat na pagsubok. Ilan na lamang dito ang pagkawala ng hanap-buhay ng mga magulang, kakulangan ng espasyo at kagamitan para sa pag-aaral, hanggang sa bigat ng pasanin sa pangkalusugan. Bagamat ipinagpatuloy ang pag-aaral sa iba’t ibang pamamaraan, hindi maitatanggi na lumalim ang agwat sa kalidad ng edukasyon na natanggap ng mga estudyante.

Ayon sa pagsusuri ng Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS), pinangunahan ni Dr. Jose Ramon G. Albert, at ng Philippine Studies Programme na isinulat ni JC Punongbayan, lumalabas na ang pagnayon ng budget ng bansa sa edukasyon ay nasa 3.6% ng GDP, na nagpapakita ng mas mababa kaysa sa inirekumenda ng UNESCO na 4–6%. Ipinapakita nito ang pangangailangan ng isang malinaw at pangmatagalang roadmap na may sapat na pondo at nakatuon sa tunay na pag-unlad ng kalidad ng pagkatuto.

Nanatiling malaking hamon ang kalidad ng edukasyon. Maraming mag-aaral ang hirap sa batayang kasanayan gaya ng pagbasa, aralin sa matematika, at mga kasanayan sa agham, na isang sitwasyon na higit pang pinalala ng higit dalawang taong pagkaantala ng pisikal na klase noong pandemya. Ang kakulangan sa g**o, mababang sahod, at limitadong learning resources ay dagdag pasanin na bumabalot sa ating sistemang pang-edukasyon.

Sa kabila ng lahat ng ito, nakikita rin ang mga hakbangin na isinasakatuparan ng iba’t ibang sektor sa ating bansa. Mula sa mga programa ng gobyerno at lokal na pamahalaan, hanggang sa inisyatiba ng mga unibersidad at organisasyon, na unti-unting nagbibigay-pansin sa mga kakulangan. Bagamat malayo pa sa ganap na solusyon, ang mga ito ay hakbang tungo sa mas inklusibong pagtanaw sa kinabukasan ng edukasyon.

Para sa mga kolehiyo na nag-aaral sa mga pamantasan, nananatili ang hamon sa parteng mas abot-kaya man ang matrikula, dala pa rin ang bigat ng gastusin, kakulangan sa kagamitan, at ang pang-araw-araw na laban upang makatawid sa bawat semestre. Gayundin, hindi rin ligtas ang mga nasa pribadong pamantasan sa parehong hamon ng mataas na gastusin, kakulangan ng suporta, at pangamba sa kinabukasan. Ito ay patunay na ang krisis sa edukasyon ay hindi lamang nakapaloob sa iisang sektor, kundi hamon para sa lahat.

Sa huli, ang edukasyon ay nananatiling paglalakbay hindi lamang para sa diploma kundi para sa pag-asa. Ang bawat mag-aaral na nagpupursigi, kahit sa gitna ng hirap, ay larawan ng lakas at katatagan ng sambayanang Pilipino. Ang kanilang mga pangarap ang nagsisilbing paalala na ang tunay na pagbabago ay nakaugat sa kaalaman.

Kaya’t habang hinihikayat ang patuloy na pagsugpo sa kahirapan at mas malinaw na mga programa para sa edukasyon, higit na mahalaga ring palakasin ang suporta sa bawat estudyante. Sapagkat sa kanilang pagpupunyagi at pagbangon, matatanaw natin ang isang kinabukasan na sama-samang itinataguyod—isang kinabukasang higit na makatarungan at may mas matibay na pundasyon ng pagkatuto.

30/08/2025

𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐃𝐎𝐌 𝐃𝐀𝐘

Today, August 30, 2025, marks the third year of the nation’s official observance of National Press Freedom day, which dedicated to honoring Marcelo H. Del Pilar, the Father of Philippine Journalism, and to recognize the unwavering commitment of journalists who pour their ink, sweat, tears, and blood in pursuit of truth.

The CUP Writers' Guild (TCUPWG), the official student publication of the City University of Pasay (CUP), stands in solidarity with this commemoration. We affirm our role in upholding press freedom and safeguarding the people’s constitutional right to free speech and expression.

May every written word continue to illuminate truth, and may every published work echo the voices of the voiceless.

A meaningful and powerful National Press Freedom Day to all.



✍️: Ebenezer Gerive M. Miguel
💻: Mark Daniel Limbag

26/08/2025

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗨𝗣 𝗪𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗦' 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗟𝗬

The CUP Writers’ Guild convened its Comprehensive General Assembly on August 21, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, as part of its annual tradition of strengthening its internal structure. The assembly served as a formal avenue to certify the newly admitted staff of the organization and to recognize its adviser for Academic Year 2025–2026.

The program was formally opened by Ms. Mariah Angelique Oliver, who served as the Master of Ceremony. To commence the first session, Ms. Ma. Rosalyn M. Babaran, Editor-in-Chief of the Guild, delivered her opening message and discussed the fundamentals of paper-making. This was then followed by Ms. Ma. Alexis Bumanglag, Associate Editor–Internal, who presented her session on Digital Illustration and introduced various digital applications essential for journalism work.

The second session showcased the presentations of the multimedia team heads. Ms. Jerianne A. Dela Cruz, Writers’ Team Head, shared her knowledge in captions, articles, and literary writing. She was succeeded by Ms. Jhezarie Queenie E. Dadivas, Layout Team Head, who tackled Creative Media Content and its role in enhancing publications. Afterwards, Ms. Clayraflor Garcia, Photojournalist Team Head, provided a detailed discussion on the principles and guide to photojournalism. The session was completed with Ms. Mikaela M. Madla, Broadcasting Team Head, who imparted her knowledge on broadcasting principles and practices within campus journalism.

The third session began with an engaging game activity and an intermission number performed by Ms. Dela Cruz. Afterwards, Ms. Jerica T. Miranda led the presentation of duty delegates for the organization’s journalists. To further engage members, an open Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) session was conducted, wherein the executives of the Guild addressed concerns and clarifications raised by new staff. The session was formally concluded with the introduction of the organization’s adviser, Prof. Christian Paul H. Peligro, who was warmly acknowledged by the members and also delivered an empowering message to encourage responsible journalism.

The assembly officially ended with the Oath of Responsibilities and the awarding of certificates to the recognized members of the Guild. More than a certification of staff and leadership, the Comprehensive General Assembly reaffirmed the organization’s dedication to cultivating excellence, collaboration, and responsible campus journalism at the City University of Pasay.

25/08/2025

𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬 | 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦 𝗟𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗠𝗘𝗧𝗥𝗢 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗟𝗔 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗗 𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗢𝗪, 𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝟮𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱.

Due to inclement weather, DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla announced via Facebook post that classes at all levels in Metro Manila are suspended tomorrow, August 26, 2025.

The public is reminded to stay in their homes and be safe and prepared.

Source: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16vb7Gx4zH/

Contact for PH Hotlines: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BBr2YWjJL/

25/08/2025

𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟐𝐍𝐃 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐔𝐏 𝐖𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒' 𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐋𝐃

On August 25, 2023, the CUP Writers’ Guild (TCUPWG) was established with the vision of empowering the student publication of the City University of Pasay (CUP). What started within a single department soon grew into a university-wide initiative, driven by the call of students for stronger media representation and a united voice that truly reflects the studentry.

In the span of two years, the Guild has become more than just an organization; it has become a community of dedicated student-journalists who uphold truth, responsibility, and service. Each story written, each coverage delivered, and each effort made is a testament to the perseverance of the CUP Journous who choose to serve not only with skill, but also with heart.

This 2nd Founding Anniversary is not only a celebration of years passed but also of the countless individuals whose dedication has brought life to this organization. From the pursuit of accreditation to the larger goal of representing CUP journalism beyond the university, our journey reflects resilience, growth, and an unwavering belief in the power of words to inform, to inspire, and to transform.

From our humble beginnings with “Writing Beyond Limits” to our present call of “Duyog ng Karunungan, Tindig ng Pampahayagan,” the Guild’s journey is a testament to courage, passion, and purpose. As we turn another chapter, we remain steadfast in carrying our mission with pride and integrity—always for the CUPians, always for the truth, and always for the voice that unites us.

25/08/2025

𝐁𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐍𝐈 𝐍𝐆 𝐁𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐍, 𝐁𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐍𝐈 𝐍𝐆 𝐁𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐓 𝐈𝐒𝐀!

Ngayong Agosto 25, 2025, ginugunita ang Pambansang Araw ng mga Bayani, isang regular na holiday sa bisa ng Republic Act No. 9492, na nagtakda na ang huling Lunes ng Agosto ay nakalaan upang parangalan ang lahat ng bayani ng bansa, kilala man sa kasaysayan o hindi.

Unang ipinagdiwang ang Araw ng mga Bayani noong panahon ng mga Amerikano sa bisa ng Act No. 3827 (1931) na tumukoy ng petsang Agosto 30 bilang paggunita sa sigaw ng Pugad Lawin at sa kabayanihan ng mga Katipunero. Kalaunan, ito ay binago upang hindi lamang iisa ang tinutukoy na bayani, kundi upang kilalanin ang lahat ng nag-alay ng buhay, talino, at lakas para sa bayan.

Sa kasalukuyan, ang Araw ng mga Bayani ay paalala na ang kabayanihan ay hindi nakapako lamang sa mga nakasulat sa kasaysayan. Ito’y nakikita sa bawat Pilipino na may malasakit, katapatan, at pagmamahal sa kapwa at sa bayan.

Itaguyod natin ang alaala at dangal ng lahat ng bayani ng Pilipinas maging ang mga nakipaglaban noon hanggang sa mga patuloy na naglilingkod ngayon. 🇵🇭

✍️: Ren Ren Espino
💻: Mark Daniel Limbag

24/08/2025

𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒, 𝐂𝐔𝐏 𝐄𝐀𝐆𝐋𝐄 𝐏𝐄𝐏𝐒𝐐𝐔𝐀𝐃! 🦅🏆

The City University of Pasay (CUP) proudly extends its heartfelt congratulations to the CUP Eagles Pepsquad for achieving 2nd Runner-Up in the National Milo Cheerdance Competition held today, August 24, 2025.

Your outstanding performance, discipline, and perseverance brought not only honor to our university but also inspiration to the entire CUP community. Beyond the powerful stunts and spirited routines, it is your teamwork, passion, and unwavering dedication that shines the brightest.

Carrying with pride the remarkable line of 𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗡, 𝗪𝗛𝗜𝗧𝗘, 𝗚𝗢𝗟𝗗, you have proven that the spirit of CUP Eagles will always soar high.

We celebrate this milestone with you and cheer you on for greater victories ahead. Keep flying higher, Eagles. Your journey has only just begun! 💚🤍💛

🖼️: Jhezarie Queenie Dadivas
✍🏻: Khaira Mari U. Boja