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20/04/2025

BREAKING | Classes in Tuguegarao campuses of Cagayan State University — Andrews and Carig — except for lectures and laboratory sessions to be conducted in air-conditioned rooms, will shift online due to the dangerously high heat index of 45°C tomorrow.

The said setup was approved by the Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the University President (OUP).

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19/04/2025

Ngayong Mahal na Araw, alalahanin natin ang mahabang paglalakbay ni Kristo patungong Kalbaryo. Isang paglalakbay ng pagdurusa, ngunit puno rin ng pag-ibig at pag-asa. Ang Kanyang Pasyon ay hindi lamang isang kuwentong muling isinasalaysay, kundi isa ring repleksyon ng mga krus na patuloy na pinapasan ng maraming tao hanggang ngayon.

Sa espesyal na edisyong ito ng "KALBARYO", ang Holy Week Zine ng The CSU Communicator, tayo'y magnilay sa mga sugat ni Kristo, at sa tahimik na pagdurusa ng mga taong may kaniya-kaniyang pasan na krus, na may mga pasaning pilit pinapanalangin.

Basahin dito: https://tinyurl.com/TCCKalbaryo

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18/04/2025

Araw-araw ay Biyernes Santo

Alas kwatro pa lamang ng umaga ay gising na ang katawan kong pagod mula pa sa kahapon. Ang mga hampas ng alon sa bangkang tagpi-tagpi ang gumising sa akin, habang ang langit naman ay tila nag-aayuno sa liwanag. Sa bawat paghatak ng lambat, ay tila pag-ahon rin sa bundok ng kalbaryo, pasan-pasan ang bigat ng katahimikan ng laot, ang kalaliman ng dagat, dahil kahit anong sikad ng aking pag-asa, kakarampot lamang ang huli, hindi pa umaabot sa mesa.

Panibagong araw na naman ang sumikat, ang init ay tumutusta sa aking balat, damang-dama ang latigong nagmamarka sa aking palad, ang mga pautang na may patong, at ang baybaying unti-unting nilalamon ng mga dayong may barkong bakal, na may mas malalaking lambat. Ang aking bangka’y walang pangalan pero ang sakripisyo ko’y may mukha — ang mukha ng anak kong si Totoy na nag-aaral gamit ang lamparang halos wala nang sindi

Tuwing ako’y naglaladlad ng lambat, paranna rin akong nag-aalay ng panalangin, punong-puno ng pakiusap. Wala akong koronang tinik, pero may mga kalyo naman sa kamay at paa na siyang sumisigaw ng katotohanang kami ay nahihirapan, na ako ay umaasa na lamang sa milagro, sa awa, sa barya. Gaya ni Kristo, ako’y paulit-ulit na nilulunod sa tabing pampang, ipinapako mismo sa loob ng aking bangkang pinagtagpi-tagpi.

Hindi ako banal, ngunit tuwing ako’y bumabalik sa pampang, dala ang katawang halos wala nang laman, ramdam ko si Hesus sa tabi ko, pawisan at sugatan din.

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Mga salita at retrato ni Clarry Rabaja

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Basahin ang iba pang mga kathang tulad nito sa Holy Week Zine ng The CSU Communicator na pinamagatang “Kalbaryo: Mga Pasaning Pilit Pinapanalangin” na ilalabas bukas, Sabado Gloria, sa lahat ng social media pages ng publikasyon.

11/04/2025

NEWS | PH authorities sound alarm over ‘The Big One’;
Massive earthquake threat looms in Luzon

Government agencies are urging the public to prepare for a potential 7.2 magnitude earthquake, referred to as "The Big One," which could occur as early as 2058 or as late as 2258 along the West Valley Fault.

This major fault line runs through several areas in Metro Manila, including Quezon City, Pasig, Marikina, Makati, Taguig, and Muntinlupa, as well as nearby provinces.

The West Valley Fault is part of the larger Marikina Valley Fault System and is known to move approximately every 400 to 600 years. The last recorded movement was in 1658, suggesting that the fault is due for another major event.

Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) Director Teresito Bacolcol stated that Metro Manila could potentially experience an Intensity 8 earthquake.

On PHIVOLCS’ scale, an Intensity 8 earthquake is classified as “very destructive,” implying that people cannot remain standing outdoors and that buildings are likely to sustain heavy damage.

Office of Civil Defense Administrator Undersecretary Ariel Nepomuceno emphasized the severe potential impact of such an earthquake, warning that fatalities could range between 30,000 to 52,000.

Nepomuceno highlighted the importance of preparedness not only for Metro Manila but for the entire Luzon region.

PHIVOLCS has reiterated that active faults without recent surface-rupturing events have a higher potential to generate large earthquakes—stressing the necessity for public awareness and readiness to mitigate the risks associated with The Big One.

Experts have raised concerns about the structural integrity of buildings in the Philippines, noting that many may not be capable of withstanding a major earthquake.

Architect and urban development consultant Felino A. Palafox Jr. pointed out that many older buildings in the metro may not be designed to endure such intense shaking.

“Structures built before 2015 should undergo safety audits,” he said, calling for stricter compliance with updated building codes.

Experts stress that while earthquakes cannot be prevented, their impact can be reduced through planning and preparedness.

In light of these warnings, government agencies are urging the public to engage in preparedness measures, including participating in earthquake drills, securing heavy furniture, and formulating emergency communication plans.

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Article by Evhan Cariaga
Inforgraphics by Ruben Annang Jr.

11/04/2025

LOOK | Regular face-to-face classes will be held as usual on Monday and Tuesday next week, April 14-15, and will shift to asynchronous modality on Wednesday, April 16, ahead of the country's observance of the Holy Week

This is according to the recent memorandum issued by the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA).

“Such modality of instruction is also in consideration of the extreme hot temperature that is prevailing in the province these days,” the memo stated.

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05/04/2025

NEWS | FOUR OUT OF FOUR
Komyu papers among Luzon's best

All paper issues of The CSU Communicator, the official student publication of CSU Andrews, were hailed as one of the best in the whole of Luzon after securing places in various categories.

The publication's tabloid maintained its position from the previous Luzonwide Higher Education Press Conference (LHEPC), placing FOURTH PLACE, with four of its pages landing in the top 10.

Meanwhile, the three other papers namely literary folio, newsletter, and magazine, bounced back from their last year's disqualification, raking multiple awards for their pages.

Here's the list of the awards of Komyu's four paper issues:

‎TABLOID:
‎4th – Best Tabloid
‎4th – Best Opinion Page
‎4th – Best Feature Page
‎4th – Best DevCom Page
‎6th – Best Sports Page
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‎NEWSLETTER:
‎3rd – Best Page Design
‎7th – Best Sports Page
‎10th – Best Devcom Page
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‎MAGAZINE:
‎6th – Best Feature Page
‎9th – Best Devcom Page

‎LITERARY FOLIO:
‎8th – Best Visual Arts
‎10th – Best Content

Always for truth and freedom!

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05/04/2025

HAPPENING NOW | Grand Opening of the National PRISAA Games 2025

The national stage comes alive as athletes, coaches, and delegates from across the country gather at the Cagayan Sports Complex in Tuguegarao City for the official opening of the PRISAA Games 2025.

This marks the first time Region II is hosting this event, which is proudly held in the Province of Cagayan.

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via CPIO Live

04/04/2025

NEWS | Komyu broadcasters are Luzon's best
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‎The CSU Communicator's broadcasters made waves in Luzon’s campus journalism scene after clinching the overall championship in the Radio Broadcasting and Scriptwriting contest during the 20th Luzonwide Higher Education Press Conference (LHEPC) held in Lucban, Quezon.
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‎Their outstanding performance in the category's first comeback since 2019 earned them the following group and individual awards:

RADYO LUZON
1st Place – Best Script

HEART LAGO
1st Place – Best Infomercialist

MA. TERESA TOLENTINO
2nd Place – Best News Anchor

JERRYCA CABADDU
2nd Place – Best News Reporter

ELLA MAE TAURO
2nd Place – Best Technical Director

IRA MAE TAURO
4th Place – Best News Reporter

DALE JOSHUA DE CASTILLO
7th Place – Best News Anchor

MICAH ANGGACO
7th Place – Best News Reporter
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Meanwhile, beyond radio, Komyu’s editorial staff continued to raise the banner as they clinched multiple awards in individual writing categories:
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AUGILLE-AL PASCUA
5th Place – Literary Graphics Digital (English)
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PERCIVAL CARPIO III
4th Place – Sports Writing (English)

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03/04/2025

BREAKING | CSU excels in March 2025 MTLE, produces three topnotchers

The College of Allied Health Sciences (CAHS) of Cagayan State University (CSU) Andrews has once again showcased its academic excellence as 160 out of 173 examinees successfully passed the March 2025 Medical Technologist Licensure Examination (MTLE), recording an impressive 92.49% passing rate.

Among the newly registered Medical Technologists, three CSU graduates secured spots in the Top 10 national rankings:

RANK 3
- Trina Orro Bernal

RANK 5
- Precious Fernandez Tabbu

RANK 9
- Anglica Mae Lizardo Balino

According to the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), 6,147 out of 7,659 examinees nationwide passed the licensure examination, yielding a national passing rate of 80.26%.

The Medical Technologists board exam took place last March 26-27, 2025, across testing centers nationwide.

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01/04/2025

NEWS | Tamtam among OVP confidential fund recipients

Tambully, Cagayan State University's favorite feline, has been found out to be one of the beneficiaries of the Office of Vice President's (OVP) confidential funds (CFs).

This was revealed by House Deputy Majority Leader Paolee Orteegas who said a certain "Tambully Gandings" was included in the new list of fictitious names unearthed from the OVP's submitted documents to the Commission on Audit.

The questionable names were dubbed as the “Team Grocery” as they resemble names of items commonly found in “a shopping list for the market or grocery.”

The list includes Beverly Claire Pampano, Mico Harina, Sala Casim, Ralph Josh Bacon, and Tambully Gandings.

When asked for their comment on the issue, Tamtam said that their name should have not been added to the list as it is more appropriate to be added to the fictitious names resembling pet names, and not under the “Team Grocery.”

“I am a pet, not a food nor any grocery item. I hope they will already stop mislabeling me. They should be more inclusive," Tamtam said in an ambush interview when the media team found them scavenging for food at the campus canteen.

When asked about her connection with the Sara Duterte-led OVP: “My comment is confidential. Please excuse me," she responded then went on to lick her paws.

The media team has also initiated efforts to reach out to the other alleged fictitious personalities including going to wet market and local grocery stores, yet no response has been received from them as of posting time.

Nyowhte: This is a developing story.

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29/03/2025

Missed all the fun during the CaVRASUC 2025? We got you, Ka-komyu!

Take a look at the exciting socio-cultural events held at CSU Andrews Campus during the CaVRASUC Meet last March 25-27, 2025.

Do you missed anything about the Regional Meet? Share your unforgettable moments on the comment section below!

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Video by Julious Lucas, Augille Pascua, Maria Paz Bucayu, Dale De Castillo, Ryan Paul Occidental, Christine Manglallan
Edit by Julious Lucas and Darl Arrijand Baccay
Music by Sir Romuald La Madrid

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28/03/2025

PANOORIN I CSU naghari sa CaVRASUC 2025

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Report by Ira Mae Tauro, Micah Anggaco, Jerycca Cabaddu, and Dale Joshua De Castillo
Video by Ella Mae Tauro and EAGLE TV
Edited by Janela Alfeia Talosig

27/03/2025

BREAKING | CSU is CaVRASUC 2025 sports, socio-cultural overall champion

Cagayan State University (CSU) reigned in the sports and socio-cultural events after clinching the overall champion in both categories during the Cagayan Valley Regional Association of State Universities and Colleges (CaVRASUC) 2025 held at CSU Carig and Andrews, March 24-28.

Falling behind Isabela State University (ISU) by 14 points in the previous CaVRASUC socio-cultural events, CSU brought its comeback after bagging the gold medal in the category.

The University was followed by ISU taking the silver medal and Philippine Normal University settling for the bronze medal.

Moreover, CSU has also maintained its title as the overall sports champion, followed by ISU and Nueva Vizcaya State University in second and third place, respectively.

Winners in the sports events will represent the region in the National State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association (SCUAA) which will take place in Camiguin Island.

There will be no national level for the social-cultural events.

Meanwhile, NVSU will host next year’s CaVRASUC.

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27/03/2025

HAPPENING NOW | Athletes from the six competing universities gather at the CSU Red Eagles Gymnasium for the highly anticipated Sports Games and Socio-cultural events awarding ceremony.

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27/03/2025

PANOORIN I Visual arts, Instrumental at vocal competitions tampok sa huling araw ng socio-cultural events sa CSU-Andrews Campus.

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Report by Dale Joshua De Castillo and Micah Anggaco
Video by Janela Alfeia Talosig and Ella Mae Tauro
Edited by Janela Alfeia Talosig

26/03/2025

ICYMI | Here are the responses of the Mister CAVRASUC 2025 top 3 finalists during the Question & Answer portion.

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26/03/2025

ICYMI | Here are the responses of the Miss CAVRASUC 2025 top 3 finalists during the Question & Answer portion.

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