Chi Rho Publications

05/01/2026

COMMUNITY UPDATE: Miriam College appoints new school president

Miriam College’s Board of Trustees announced on Monday the appointment of Dr. Maria Regina Lucia Lizares as the institution’s 10th president.

Dr. Lizares is a Maryknoll alumni, having studied from Child Study Center to High School (Batch 1984). She graduated magna cm laude with a degree in Business Administration from UP Diliman, from which she also earned a PhD in Business Administration and MS in Management.

She holds an MA in International Business and Economic Development from the University of Reading as a British Council Scholar, and a bilingual MBA from the University of Navarra’s IESE Business School.

Dr. Lizares’ background as an accomplished academic includes serving as dean of UP Diliman’s Cesar E.A. Virata School of Business (VSB) from 2022-2025. She was also recognized as a UP Scientist I under the UP Scientific Productivity System Batch 2023-2025.

Her former roles in multinational corporations such as McKinsley & Company, ABS-CBN Corporation, and UBS Securities Philippines form part of her extensive industry expertise that encompass corporate governance and strategy ex*****on.

According to the announcement, Dr. Lizares’ presidency has been made effective on January 1.

Read the press release here: https://mc.edu.ph/institutional-news/appointment-of-new-mc-president/

The Board of Trustees of Miriam College announces the appointment of Dr. Maria Regina Lucia M. Lizares as the school’s 10th President, effective January 1, 2026.

A distinguished Maryknoll College alumna, Dr. Lizares brings to the presidency an exceptional blend of academic leadership, industry experience, and scholarly achievement, shaped by over two decades of multi-sector professional work and more than a decade of academic service at the University of the Philippines Diliman.

Read more: https://mc.edu.ph/institutional-news/appointment-of-new-mc-president/

24/12/2025

Pambato ka rin ba sa inyong year-end party games? 🥳

Maligayang pasko!

Gawa ni Julia Arwen Tumapat, Illustrator

22/12/2025

✨ CALL FOR V&V3 CONCESSIONAIRES AND SPONSORS ✨

We are officially opening opportunities for concessionaires and sponsors for Verses and Visuals 2026, which will be held on February 7, 2026 (Saturday) at Miriam College.

Verses and Visuals 2026 is Miriam College’s biggest literary and photography competition. In line with this, we are inviting brands, organizations, and businesses who wish to be featured sponsors of the event through monetary or in-kind sponsorships.

Interested concessionaires and sponsors may reach out to us via email at [email protected] and [email protected] for further details and sponsorship inquiries.

We look forward to collaborating with you and making Verses and Visuals 2026 a successful and memorable event. ✨

Caption by Kaela Gener, Social Media Manager
Layout by Marithea Balopeños, Senior Layout Artist

18/12/2025

Verses and Visuals 2026 is here! ✨ Where stories and snapshots collide. Where creativity hits differently.

Calling all storytellers and moment-catchers! ✍️📸

If your brain is always writing plots or your camera roll is full of “art,” this is your sign to join.

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ On February 7, 2026, 8:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M., Verses and Visuals 2026 will take place at the Paz Adriano Little Theatre, Miriam College, where words and visuals come together on one creative stage.

Step into the scene through Short Story Writing or Photojournalism or simply come through for the film screening and soak in the creative energy. Shoot your shot, write your world, and create something unforgettable.

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Caption by Eunela Rain Ayop, Features Editor
Layout by Ysabel Bulanhagui, Layout Artist

16/12/2025

Trigger warning: This article contains mentions of sexual assault and violence. Reader discretion is advised.

OPINION: "When will we learn from the past?"

Read more about the elusive justice for the Filipina comfort women during Japan's occupation of the Philippines below.

To learn more about their histories, you may visit the pages of the following organizations: Lila Pilipina & Malaya Lolas

Article by Sophia Mikaela Segundera, News & Sports Writer
Layout by Marithea Balopeños, Senior Layout Artist

13/12/2025

‘Tis the season to be jolly… because the second semester is over! ✨

Today marks the last day of classes for Knollers!

Do you remember when you first entered the classroom? Some got lost trying to find their rooms, some were too scared to open the door, and some had anxious stomach aches. As you sit down, you try not to look at the person beside you too much. Thoughts race in the back of your mind; new environment, new teachers, new people. It’s all too overwhelming, and I know we’ve all cried going home at some point.

But, maybe that’s not what some of us experienced, having been at the institution for some time now. Instead of impending anxiety, some of us have definitely experienced dread. The desire to stay at home and do nothing, both the excitement and fear of graduating, the essential question: What am I going to do in life?

All are seen and heard. Not only by us, but by those who’ve shared laughs, struggles, and dreams with you. The people who’ve painted our college life with beautiful experiences. Who supported, encouraged, and comforted us. We know who they are.

To our dear friends: our first semester wasn’t an easy one, but we made it. Together. We are so proud of you all.

Congratulations for surviving the first semester, everyone!

Our journey is just beginning. 💙

Caption by Sophie “Sio” Dimdam
Illustration by Keii Ordoñez

12/12/2025

CHR holds forum on women journalists as human rights defenders

In commemoration of the International Day for Women Human Rights Defenders, the Commission of Human Rights (CHR) held a forum themed “Women Journalists as Women Human Rights Defenders” last November 28 to discuss the lived experiences of women journalists. The panel conference was joined by the project staff of Bulatlat Martha Teodoro, conflict journalist Chiara Zambrano, and Philippines Collegian Guillana David.

The forum deconstructed the culture of violence in the field and in newsrooms by spotlighting stories of gender-based attacks: facing sexual harassment, doubts of their credibility as a journalist, red-tagged, cyberbullied by netizens, unjustly profiled, misogynistic attacks, and belittled– all because of gender. The retelling of encounters reflect the prevailing effects of the harmful culture still felt by young women journalists today.

Community and peer support for women journalists

The panel concurred that women journalists are often dismissed when they share their stories, with their perpetrators escaping accountability of their actions. Their experience becomes trivialized or a number to a report—forced to accept their situation without justice.

Zambrano emphasized the importance of shared community in protecting the noble profession of journalism. As a founding member of the Movement for the Safety and Welfare of Women Journalists (We-Move), a loose coalition of women journalists, Zambrano explained that it aims for women to feel supported through fellowship, direct attention to psychological well-being, and navigating situations together.

Collective action against gender-based violence

The courage of standing up for what is right needs to carry on. Teodoro noted that everyone must be involved in eliminating the normalized violation towards women. Media workers must be included in the conversation to ensure the safety of the whole crew, she added.

David suggested that awareness of basic human rights must be embedded in the educational curriculum, and that organizations and publications must collaborate to develop understanding of the realities of campus and working journalists, as well as dismantle the culture of violence within newsrooms.

Meanwhile, Zambrano commended the Gen-Z for being upfront, straightforward, sociopolitically aware, and the driving force of the future generations.

Relevancy of current policies

The succeeding panel invited a deeper conversation into laws and policies that ensure journalist safety. The Safe Spaces Act or Bawal Bastos Law protects human rights in public, workplace, online spaces, and educational institutions, but a implementation seems to be the issue as elaborated by the panel. Azenath Formoso Bagunu of the Strategic Communication Division said that laws must ensure action is taken against the offender, and the constitution must also be suitable for women and student journalists to avoid further harm and red-tagging.

The Presidential Task Force on Media of Security (PTFoMS), Usec Joe Torres Jr., stressed the importance of investigating the cases thoroughly. He said that the administration will properly monitor and observe online attacks, ensure ethical practice, provide psychosocial interventions, investigate reported incidents, and help recognize unreported cases of violence. He also expressed their commitment to collaborating and strengthening relationships with the Commission of Human Rights (CHR), the Public Attorney Office (PAO), Department of Justice (DOJ), and other supportive departments.

“We don’t want to highlight women being a recipient of violence… what we want to highlight is to empower them to take up space, share their stories if they can, if they are willing to, as well as provide information so that women are aware of their rights,” said Kisha Beringuela, UNFPA Media and Communications Analyst.

Report by Raja Arce, News & Sports Writer
Photos by Ruth Nacional, Editor-in-Chief

08/12/2025

“Hail Mary, full of grace...” 🤍🙏✨

Today, December 8, we commemorate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, a profound reminder of the divine grace bestowed upon Mary from the very beginning. Her life teaches us that grace flourishes in hearts open to God and bears good when we faithfully surrender to His will. Like Mary, may we become vessels of God's light and offer our wholehearted “yes” to the path He sets before us.

Layout and Caption by Sof Martinez, Literary Writer

05/12/2025

Let’s take a trip down memory lane. 📸

Verses and Visuals 2024 brought together talented writers and photographers from different institutions to showcase their creativity, stories, and stunning visuals. From thought-provoking short stories to striking photographs, last year’s event was full of inspiration and imagination.

But the fun isn’t over! Stay tuned, because the next round of Verses and Visuals is just around the corner. 👀

04/12/2025

WATCH: Miriam College officially opens the MC100 Christmas Bazaar today, December 4.

Miriam College marked day 1 of the MC100 Christmas Bazaar with an opening ceremony at the Lower Lanai. Dr. Ma. Margarita Acosta, Director of the Alumni Engagement Office, and Ms. Cynthia Morales, Assistant to the President, welcomed the school community to the flagship bazaar, which forms part of the festivities in line leading up to Miriam College's 100th anniversary in 2026.

The 2-day bazaar is located at the Miriam College Higher Education Unit (HEU) Parking Lot, Loyola Heights, and is open to the public from December 4 to December 5, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m..

Report by Cindy Pacheco, Features Writer
Video by Hazel Jarque, Photographer

01/12/2025

PITIK CHI RHO: Despite moderate to heavy rainfall, protesters gathered for the “Trillion Peso March” rally to denounce corruption at White Plains, Quezon City yesterday, November 30, also marking Bonifacio Day.

Photo by Danna Engracia, Photographer

30/11/2025

Ngayong araw, pinagdiriwang natin ang ika-162 na kapanganakan ni G*t Andres Bonifacio.

Siya ang Ama ng Himagsikan, at isang patunay ng mga salitang katapangan, karunungan, at kalayaan. 🇵🇭



Sulat ni Diane Lamano, Managing Editor
Gawa ni Krishna Bruno, Photographer

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