In the middle of the third set, Aillysse Nacachi, Gretchen Ho, Fille Cainglet and the other veterans shared a good laugh, as they enjoyed a four-point leverage, 21-17, over the NU Lady Bulldogs on December 11, at the FilOil Flying V Arena. All throughout the ordeal, the Lady Bulldogs were playing Ateneo’s game, as Ateneo’s [...]
The Other Side jigual@theguidon.com I paid 2,000 pesos to watch the Philippine Azkals play against the Los Angeles Galaxy on December 3. I am the 1%. Much has been said about the game—but more about the exorbitant ticket prices. For 2,000 pesos, you get to sit behind the goal and be vulnerable to rain. Add [...]
The rise of the Philippine Azkals has catapuled the United Football League from the shadows and into the spotlight.
THE ATENEO de Manila University was one of 47 participating schools in the 16th Philippine Sports Commission University Games (Unigames) held in Roxas City, Capiz. For the Blue and Lady Spikers, the tournament served as the final stage of preparation before both teams gear up for the upcoming UAAP volleyball. Lady Spikers In their first [...]
Salvador Bernal, National Artist for Theater Design (1945 – 2011) AS NEWS of Salvador Bernal’s passing broke last October 26, media institutions reported his death as a nation’s loss. For his colleagues and students, his demise was the passing of a mentor and a friend. The National Artist for Theatre Design and professor of literature [...]
PARADING EIGHT rookies in a team of 13 players last season, it was apparent that the Blue Batters were in the process of rebuilding. This was a rookie-laden class thirsting for experience in the collegiate level—in spite of all the rookies having competed internationally. Nevertheless, they inched their way into the Final Four—only to fall [...]
FORTY-NINE points per game—the average lead margin kept by the Ateneo Blue Eagles against their first two opponents in the 16th Annual Philippine Sports Commission University Games (Unigames). Although succeeding teams would whittle down the massive differential, the blue crew kept its composure en route to a championship. In a squad severely missing key players—Greg [...]
UNFAVORABLE WEATHER conditions last September and October have delayed the construction of the Moro Lorenzo field by 51 days. Sporadic and heavy rainfall transformed the ground into thick globs of mud, causing the bulldozers of construction firm Netforce International Incorporated to sink or get stuck in the mud. Consequently, the project is stalled at 12.35% [...]
Team Ateneo sits at third in the UAAP General Championship race.
SOMETHING NEW comes to the Ateneo this holiday season. Huge parols, blue and white lanterns and a series of tableaus…
THE DISBANDMENT of Ateneo’s oldest accredited political party, Partido IsaBuhay IsaGawa – Agila (IBIG-Agila), spurred some former members to create two new, separate political parties.
MEGAFORCE INTEGRATED Security Agency (MISA) has been charged…
WITH SEVERAL organization presidents voicing their concerns on the limitations of the PMS…
What did you think of IBIG-Agila’s disbandment? ”I believe that the disbandment of Ibig-Agila was the best option that the party had, and it is the product of months of deliberation and discussion. As this may be saddening news, I believe that the more important task at hand is for its members to continue serving [...]
Nebres hailed National Scientist Former University President Fr. Bienvenido Nebres, SJ was conferred the title of National Scientist last October 25 at the Rizal Ceremonial Hall of the Malacañang Palace. President Benigno Aquino III awarded Nebres with the Presidential Medallion for his work and achievements as a mathematician, educator, mentor and administrator, as well as [...]
Ever had the urge to grab a random post and lose yourself? Here are some exciting pole moves you can attempt (at your own risk). In no time, everyone will be in awe of your pole prowess. 1 DREAMGIRL Very easy Grip the pole and prop yourself up. Hold the pole with your thighs, keeping [...]
NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE, international experience, the Philippines’ flag carrier in the Federal Cup, bronze medalist in the previous Southeast Asian Games, and former top ranked tennis player in the country—a player with these credentials is golden to any team. Michelle Pang was just that: a valuable asset to the Lady Netters, bringing with her vast experience [...]
The Blind Side alim@theguidon.com “I am a BlackBerry person,” the US Secretary of State said. Amidst BlackBerry’s fall in shares to other players in the smartphone industry, the Canada-based company should pay Hillary Clinton for publicly endorsing them. Perhaps, had I tweeted that at the time, my message would find its way to the company’s [...]
Vox Populi ksantiago@theguidon.com The familiar smell of Punjabi cuisine that clouded the air of New Delhi was what greeted me upon my arrival. Although I psyched myself up to rid my mind of stereotypes, I couldn’t help but prove this particular one. India, indeed, reeked of masala and a number of different spices, curry included. [...]