The Edge Publication, #16 Quiling Sur (2025)

24/10/2025

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | Officers from the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) joined exchange students from Vietnam, Indonesia, and China for a Wellness Zumba session in front of FEM Hall on October 23.

This initiative, aligned with President Manzano's SUCCEED Agenda, promotes a holistic approach to well-being within the MMSU community.

Photos by Gil Juztine Magarro, Kevin Vanguardia
Material by Maria Ysabel Manarpaac

24/10/2025

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | With green ribbons proudly displayed, the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) faculty and students demonstrate their unwavering commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for mental health awareness throughout the month of October.

This visual display represents the college's collective effort to break down stigma and encourage open conversations about mental well-being.

Photos by Merryl Bonifacio, Rainzhel German, Eiritz Dacalan, Glyza Mangapit, Jasmine Gambalan
Material by Czarina Cacao

24/10/2025

𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗦𝗼𝗰 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗥𝗶𝗯𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲

by Princess Diane J. Labrador

Demonstrating solidarity and support, the Psyche Society (PsycheSoc) distributed green ribbons throughout October to promote mental health awareness within the Stallions community, reinforcing the message that no one is alone.

The initiative aims to cultivate awareness, unity, and empathy, reminding students to practice kindness towards themselves and others.

In an interview, Psyche Society president Aron Apreal Real emphasized: “As psychology majors, we strive to foster an environment where people can feel seen, supported, and encouraged to speak openly about their mental health as we continue to break the stigma around it.”

“As simple as it may seem, I believe this small act is important, as it promotes awareness and unity within the Stallion community, sending a message that no one is ever alone in their struggles," she added.

Through this simple gesture, the Psyche Society hopes to continue building a community rooted in compassion and understanding.

Photo by Merryl Bonifacio
Material by Czarina Cacao

21/10/2025

𝗦𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲

by Ralph Tabuno

Trading classroom lessons for real-world practice, sophomore Communication students immersed themselves in Baguio's media scene, from October 17-18, 2025.

The itinerary included visits to PTV Cordillera, Regional News Group (RNG)-Luzon, and Bombo Radyo-Baguio, offering exposure to various facets of the industry.

At PTV Cordillera, students engaged with television production, gaining hands-on experience in news creation and on-air presentation. They interacted with anchors and production staff, learning the intricacies of program development.

RNG-Luzon also provided insights into news coverage, information gathering, writing, and mobile journalism, while the tour concluded at Bombo Radyo-Baguio with students observing a live radio drama recording.

In an interview, Dr. Bryan Realgo, the students' level adviser, shared his unexpected insights from observing their reactions and interactions during the media tour.

"I am happy to see that my broadcasting students are eager to learn about the actual production process. The two-day tour made me realize how important for a production class such as broadcasting for actual observation for students to learn [the] entirety of the process," Dr. Realgo emphasized.

Meanwhile, Janine Arianne Riguis reflected on her key takeaways from the tour: "Through this educational tour, I have come to appreciate more the field that I am taking myself into. I want to make a positive impact through the stories that I will come to write in the future. And it strengthens my passion for journalism, and I want to build a career for myself that will make me grow as a person and also as a citizen of my own country."

Returning from their memorable media tour, the students' insights and experiences will shape their academic and professional journeys, laying a foundation for future contributions to the dynamic world of media.

Photos by Jezryl Domingo, Janssen Gomez
Material by Xian Ramos

20/10/2025

𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐑 | 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒: 𝐓𝐖𝐎 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐋𝐃𝐒 𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓

by Jerelyn Cacho and Czarina Batuyong

Tangled in threads of diversity, untapped potential, and brimming opportunities, university is a bittersweet reminder of the sheer beauty and tenacity of being a student.

It is a pursuit of not only dreams and aspirations; but of life one chases to engrave for themselves.

The whispers of better tomorrows in blankets of sorrows. The transition from rose-colored glasses, laced with innocence and purity to shattered lens tainted with the realities of life. It unveils the trajectory of becoming, with the greatest gifts being the people we meet along the way.

𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙞𝙙𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙘𝙮𝙘𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙚, 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙥𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙝𝙪𝙚𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙝𝙤𝙥𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙢𝙩𝙝 𝙞𝙣 𝙢𝙮 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙢.

With every encounter, a glimmer of light sparkled within me.
Every impulse to stand warred with my self-preservation,
Which wasn’t part of my plans.
Because I’m not who I thought I was when I’m with you.

𝙄’𝙢 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧. 𝙎𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙪𝙣𝙛𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙.

All because of you—
𝙈𝙮 𝙨𝙪𝙣𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙚, 𝙢𝙮 𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙜.

Yet, as I finally found the fortitude and words to immortalize my yearnings,

𝘐’𝘮 𝘢 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘰 𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦.

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The Edge Publication proudly presents: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 – 𝐓𝐰𝐨 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐀𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭. Experience every flicker of the heart and every captivating motive every Monday.

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Synopsis by Czarina Batuyong
Art by Aishley Beyonce Ventura

20/10/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗚𝗲𝗻. 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗼 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲'𝘀 𝟭𝟱𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆

This October 20, the City of Batac commemorates the 159th Birth Anniversary of General Artemio Ricarte, a distinguished revolutionary leader.

Widely known as Víbora and hailed as the Father of the Philippine Army, Ricarte’s life became a symbol of unwavering patriotism as he embodied courage and integrity for the country’s independence.

As the city commemorates this significant day, the celebration serves as a tribute to his heroism and a reminder to all Filipinos to uphold courage, integrity, and love for the nation.

The Edge Publication joins the community in remembering General Artemio Ricarte, honoring his legacy and inspiring future generations to uphold the same spirit of loyalty and service to the country.

by Princess Paraoan
Material by Czarina Cacao

16/10/2025

𝗬𝟮𝗖 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗺 𝗘𝘅𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗺𝘀

By Princess Diane J. Labrador

With the goal of showcasing award-winning films by young filmmakers of the Bachelor of Arts in Communication, the Young Communicators Circle (Y2C) held its second annual Film Exhibition at the CAS Audio Visual Room, on October 14-15.

The exhibition featured four student films: Damo by Joseph “Dodong” Ansino, Foreword by John Bryan Dela Cruz, and PDL000 and The Last Raindrop by Zechri Jacob Alvarez. Each film presented distinct storytelling styles and creative voices, all of which have gained recognition on both regional and national platforms.

In an interview with the Executive Chairperson of Y2C, Jenn Khylei Lacuesta, she emphasized that the Film Exhibition is meant to be more than just a screening.

“It’s a space to inspire young communicators to try, to create, to collaborate, and to tell stories. FilmEx isn’t just a showcase of polished films as it is a platform for growth,” she emphasized.

Encouraging aspiring filmmakers, Zechri Jacob Alvarez shared a word of advice: “Have the courage and passion to make films, because this field requires you to be a risk-taker.”

As the curtains closed on this year’s exhibition, Y2C successfully presented stories that did not only entertain but also sparked inspiration, urging young filmmakers to write their own and take part in the next FilmEx.

Photos by Merryl Bonifacio, Jericho Ortega
Material by Czarina Cacao

14/10/2025

𝗖𝗔𝗦 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗔 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗦 '𝟮𝟱

by Aibel Binag

To strengthen unity, collaboration, and transparency for the upcoming University Games (UNIGAMES) 2025, the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) convened its 2nd General Assembly at the Multimedia Center (MMC), October 10.

Initiated by the CAS Student Council (CAS-SC), the assembly was attended by the different academic organizations and representatives from CAS and the College of Dentistry (COD) under a renewed alliance aimed at strengthening coordination across the college.

According to CAS-SC President Maria Paula Rico, the assembly focused on preparations for UNIGAMES 2025, including budget allocation, student contributions, and the responsibilities of each academic organization.

“The main purpose of the General Assembly was to discuss preparations for UNIGAMES 2025 and ensure transparency and teamwork among all departments,” she noted.

Moreover, Rico shared that the council plans to hold a dialogue session with CAS-COD delegates to encourage active participation among students.

“UNIGAMES is not just a competition—it’s a celebration of our shared identity as CAS-COD,” Rico emphasized.

“Our goal is to compete with excellence, camaraderie, and the true spirit of the Alliance of the College of Arts and Sciences and College of Dentistry,” she added.

Aside from sports preparations, the assembly also announced the inclusion of new cultural events such as extemporaneous speech, talumpati, essay writing, pagsusulat ng sanaysay, and quiz bowl to further highlight stallions’ talents and skills.

As CAS-COD gears up for UNIGAMES 2025, the college continues to foster unity, cooperation, and excellence among its students and organizations.

Photo by CAS Student Council
Material by Czarina Cacao

14/10/2025

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 | 𝗔 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱

by Kiel Gallardo

Who was the teacher who changed your life? Was it the one who pushed you past the limits you thought you had, or the one who believed in you when no one else dared to?

Teachers are more than educators; 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴.

Growing up, the thought of teachers living only within the four corners of a classroom were engraved to our minds— as if their world began and ended there.

But here’s the thing: as we grew, we realized the truth— their world reaches far beyond the classroom. They are not merely educators who burn the midnight oil, sacrificing sleep to grade endless piles of papers; who give up weekends— not for them to forget the burden of their responsibilities, but to remember to ease the weight of every mind that once believed it wasn’t enough.

Picture this: the teacher who walked into class with tired, weary eyes— an evidence of a night spent checking papers. The one who traveled long distances, drenched in sweat, just to stand before us. The one whose weekends were quietly surrendered to lesson plans and schoolwork. These efforts, unnoticed at times, are what make them our second parents.

What makes them extraordinary is their balance. They divide their lives into two— one personal, one professional— yet both demand their whole heart. They can be cold, even intimidating, when discipline is needed, but in the same breath, they can become warm, nurturing individuals whose open arms offer guidance, patience, and care, just like our parents at home.

They may scold us when we fall short, but they are the same people who cheer the loudest when we rise. They may hand us low marks when we don’t give our best, but they are also the ones who push us to believe we can do better. Like parents, they correct us; not to break us. they mold us into stronger versions of ourselves.

And just like our parents, their love often comes quietly— unspoken, unseen, but deeply felt. A teacher’s sharp words may sting in the moment, yet years later, we realize they were acts of care, shaping us as much as our knowledge.

Teachers are not just keepers of knowledge or givers of grades. They are guides who walk with us through both failure and triumph, mentors who continue to believe in us long after we stop believing in ourselves. They shape not only what we know, but who we become.

So, let us remember this simple truth: when we honor teachers, we honor the hands that shape lives, mold character, and ignite futures.

Because being a teacher is not just a profession— it is a lifetime of parenthood shared with countless children who may never be their own, but will always carry their lessons.

Photos by Glyza Mangapit, Rainzhel German
Material by Xian Ramos

12/10/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗻 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝟮.𝟬

by Ella Mhae Delos Santos

Driven by a commitment to enhance responsible and culturally rooted journalism, The Edge staffers actively participated in Salaysayen Workshop 2.0, held at the Collaborative Learning Space, University Library System, from October 9–10, 2025.

Under the theme “Paglilinang, Pagsasanay sa Pagsusulat at Malayang Pamamahayag Tungo sa Sining at Kulturang Ilokano,” the two-day event underscored the importance of empowering campus journalists as instruments for cultural preservation and community awareness.

The Edge staffers, including Jether Julce Fuertes, Merryl Bonifacio, Syrel Domingo, Ezekiel Alimpia, Mikko Castillo, and Dwayne Andrei Reyes engaged in sessions designed to enhance their skills and cultural understanding.

In an interview, John Zhen Viernes, Editor-in-Chief of Salaysayen Publication, stated that the workshop was designed to reinforce the identity and purpose of their publication.

“We want to deliver our identity first as the MMSU Advocates for Cultural Development (MACD) organization and as a publication that shows Indigenous Peoples belong to a community where they are accepted, appreciated, recognized, and their cultures are respected,” he noted.

“Through Salaysayen 2.0, we wanted to go beyond our organization and inspire other campus journalists to value Ilokano language and culture in their works,” he added.

Meanwhile, Jether Julce Fuertes, Technical Editor of The Edge Publication, shared that the workshop deepened his appreciation for both journalism and Ilokano culture.

“From the workshop, I learned not just new words but also how to express myself better in the language. I gained a deeper appreciation for Ilokano culture and felt more connected to my roots. It made me proud to learn and use the language in everyday life,” he emphasized.

Through their active involvement in the Salaysayen Workshop 2.0, The Edge Publication's staffers enhanced their skills in writing, editing, broadcasting, and also deepened their understanding of Ilokano language and culture.

Photo by Merryl Bonifacio, Jether Fuertes
Material by Xian Ramos

11/10/2025

𝗖𝗔𝗦 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵

by Von Acevedo

Excellence and creativity took center stage as students from the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) dominated the Provincial Celebration of the 36th National Statistics Month, held on October 7, 2025, at Ilocos Norte Provincial Capitol.

With their remarkable performances and statistical wit, the CAS delegations swept three championship titles across major events organized by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)—a testament to their talent, teamwork, and commitment to promoting statistical awareness through the arts.

With outstanding creativity and energy, BA Communication students bagged the Championship title in both the Stat Groove: Jingle Sing and Dance Contest and the StatShow (Statiktok Contest), captivating the audience and judges while effectively translating the power of data and statistics into engaging performances.

The Stat Groove team—composed of Giocoso Kiel P. Gallardo, Christian James A. Garcia, Keneth C-zar M. Padaca, Harianey D. Malabed, and Ezra Jael R. Mora—won for their captivating jingle that emphasized how statistics fuel progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Meanwhile, the StatShow champions—Adriel Ethan Bleza, John Matthew A. Cabie, John Aldrich D. Domingo, Princess Diane J. Labrador, and Mark Jerome S. Orque—combined creativity, humor, and advocacy in a performance that underscored the role of statistics in empowering communities and driving development, and these winning teams were mentored by Mx. Jhanel Joshua Gines Orpia.

In an interview, Giocoso Kiel P. Gallardo, one of the winners in the competition expressed his reaction towards winning in the contest: “ To be honest, i did not expect our team to win given the fact that we were only given three days to prepare. Personally, I did not expect to win because I only joined at the last minute and it was kind of challenging for me. But us winning was unexpected and me and my team were truly shocked”

“It’s a great experience honestly, it’s an opportunity for other students like me, especially students who love performing in front of others. By joining competitions like this, a lot can be improved, like your skills, discipline, cooperation and commitment in doing things you actually love and enjoy,” he concluded.

The victories didn’t stop there: Robin B. Abad, a sophomore BS Psychology student, also brought honor to the college after emerging as champion in the Oratorical Contest, under the mentorship of Asst. Prof. Ryan Roi Domingo and Mr. Jerville Jake Cabansag.

With these accomplishments, the CAS champions will move forward to represent Ilocos Norte in the Regional National Statistics Month Competitions on October 16 in La Union.

Their string of victories highlights the versatility, excellence, and advocacy-driven spirit of CAS students, proving that communication and the arts can play a powerful role in promoting awareness, education, and progress through the language of statistics.

Photo by Mx. JJ Orpia, Aldrich Domingo, Kiel Gallardo, Robin Abad
Material by Michael Arquelada

10/10/2025

𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 '𝟮𝟱 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

By Princess Paraoan

In celebration of Science Month 2025, the Coalition of Meteorology Students (COMETS) spearheaded a series of activities from September 8 to October 9, 2025, under the theme "SPATIALYZE: Surveying Societies, Sensing Solutions."

Held at various campuses, the activities drew participants from the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), College of Engineering (COE), and the Senior High Schools of the City of Batac.

Among the featured events were an Online Infographics-Making Contest, a Sci-Tech Essay Writing Competition, and a Research Paper Presentation, the latter of which catered to Senior High School students within Batac. All events showcased the creativity and intelligence of each participant.

Meanwhile, students competed in a Sci-Math Quiz Bee, which tested their knowledge in physics, biology, chemistry, and mathematics, as well as in the Physics Olympics. Both university-wide competitions challenged their skills and teamwork through engaging physical activities.

During the Physics Olympics, participants demonstrated their skills and collaboration across various events. In the Super Magnet Challenge, Alen Asuncion and Adrian Manglal-lan of COE emerged as champions.

The Egg Transport competition was dominated by Mica Asuncion and Kris-Ann Balagat of CAS. Janssen Natino and Ace Argee Vizcarra of COE claimed victory in the Bridge Building Event.

CAS students also swept the podium in the Paper Tower event, with Kathreena Ziarla Padunan and Christine Joy Tapaoan taking first place. In the Egg Drop event, Mchrill Diculen and Kemuel Jhan Rosales also secured first place, and in the Paper Airplane event, Maureen Angela Calida and Brent Rosete soared to victory.

In an interview, Darlie Angel B. Bawalan, the Executive Chairperson of COMETS, highlighted the influence and relevance of science in society: “The goal of Science Month is to raise awareness of the influence and relevance of science in our daily lives and in society, and to inspire students to be more curious, engaged, and innovative in exploring science and technology."

“Through these events, we aimed to highlight the students’ knowledge, creativity, and skills in different branches of science while keeping the whole experience fun and enjoyable,” she added.

The celebration of Science Month not only reflects the growing creativity and excellence of students but also underscores the meaningful application of science in everyday life.

Photos by Coalition of Meteorology Students
Material by Czarina Cacao

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