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The End is just the
Beginning...
Graduation SY 08-09
Royal FM 88.8JMC First Campus Radio
JMarians at The Garden of
Eden Restored
JMC @ 7:How Far Have We Gone?
National Media Tou
Yeah, Its College Bal
Hey,graduating studs discove
15ways on how to
sell yourself to
an employer
Reaching th
Impossible
SONSHINE Has Done I
CJF Ambassado
plays superhero role
F O C U SF O C U S
Malacaang Palace,Senate,
Congress & other
amazing spots
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Out-of-School-Youthfinds hope in ALS6
4 JMC at 7: How far have we gone?JMC Updates SY 08-09
MassCom
Right of Reply Bill:To embrace or defy?7Campus Radio Launched!14...into the world of Entrepreneurship16Reaching the Impossible:
SONSHINE Has Done It!1819 Learning Beyond the LensCollege Life
New Breed of Leaders
Jmarians at
The Garden of Eden Restored8Yeah, Its College Ball!10
12 Thank you, TeachersSports
ACEDO: The Star Chess Player
JMCs Pride15Fun in Learning
National Media Tour20Kids Corner
CJF Ambassador plays Superhero Role22JMC, CJF reach out to the underservedkids23
Tip Top Tips
15 Ways on How to Sell Yourselfto an Employer24Graduating Students Learn fromPre-Employment Lectures25
Reminiscing
The End is Just the Beginning26Winning the World28
Department
Advisers Desk3Trimedia OJT ofMassCom Students13
Graduates
30
Eden
10
Ball
12
JMC at7
6
OJT
15
Radio16
Tour
22
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Advisers Desk
FOCUS is the official newsletter of the Mass Communication Department of The
Jose Maria College and is published in Davao City, Philippines. All articles and information
contained in this publication are accurate at time of printing. Copying, otherwise reproduc-
ing, or storing of any content for other than your personal use is expressly prohibited. Focus
is printed in the Philippines. For inquiries, please email us at [email protected].
The academic year 2008-2009 has seen how The Jose Maria College forged ahead in a remark-
able manner. A glimpse into our long list of achievements shows that we have continued to provide
learning opportunities to the entire JMarian society.
A prime example of this is the national media tour that our Mass Communication students have
embarked on. They went for an educational trip; they observed, learned and gained new perspectives.
As the flagship course, the Mass Communication Program has always endeavored to surpass
classroom learning by providing students with a unique experience and by guiding them to put theories
into practice.
At JMC, our students are encouraged to expose themselves to gain first- hand experience by
closely working with professionals. As a center for information, we reinforce the principles of accuracy,
honesty, fairness, balance and integrity in communication.
We want them to approach stories with readers in mind, asking relevant and meaningful ques-
tions, critically assessing and reviewing information they get, and writing with clarity and credibility. Wealso endeavor to integrate research into the education of undergraduates.
We believe that the curricular changes made would better prepare our students for future careers
in media industries.
In the past few months, our students have made significant contributions to the College and the
community at large, which took place in the form of practicum and internships. They were able to produce
a journalistic work of professional quality.
The activities and achievements in Advertising and Entrepreneurship courses in the past two
semesters showed a good display of the students ingenuity. These prepared them for effective manage-
ment problem-solving techniques and presentation capability; and gave them some early insights into the
management and ownership aspects of running a media operation.
For all the departments remarkable feats, we laud the contributions and efforts of the faculty and
staff who always keep their plates full so they could impart knowledge and share experiences with the
students.
We are confident that the MassCom Departments achievements are a strong indication that we
have ignited the hearts of our students as the future generation who will use their burning knowledge for
the good of the country and the world.Maribel S. Lanticse
Adviser
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HOW FAR HAVE WE GONE?
Jose Maria Collegeat7
by Ellana Luz D. Pancho
It was in 2000 when JMC founding PresidentPastor Apollo C. Quiboloy decided to establish a four-
storey educational institution housing first class educa-
tional amenities.
After passing the qualifications and require-
ments set by the Department of Education (DepEd), this
U-shaped structure began its operation. Thus, The JOSE
MARIA ACADEMY paved its way to the educational
arena.
It first opened its preschool education program
until the second grade in the elementary level in June 17,
2002 with an estimated number of 150 pupils.
With the outpouring of blessings from the Al-
mighty Father, the Securities and Exchange Commission
(SEC) approved the move for conversion of the Acad-
emy, naming it THE JOSE MARIA COLLEGE.
In that same year, JMC earned the permit for a
college-degree operation granted by the Commission on
Higher Education (CHED) starting with AB Theology and
AB English for school year 2003-2004. With this, from
preschool, JMC went full blast as it offered complete
elementary and high school education.
Aiming for higher development, JMC earned
CHEDs approval to add more college courses, namely:
Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd) Major in Eng-
lish & Math, BS in Computer Science & AB Mass Com-
munication and to accept Hearing Impaired (HI) students.
By the school year 2005-2006, another five col-
legiate courses- BS Accountancy, BS Civil Engineering,
BS Information Technology, BS Psychology and first
two TESDA courses- Diploma in Computer Technician &
Diploma in Computer Science were added.
Another milestone achieved in 2005 was the
accreditation from the Bureau of Immigration, allowing
JMC to accept foreign students and to operate a 6-month
Caregiver Course.
In 2006, JMC earned another permit to open BS
in Commerce (B.S.C.) Major in Management Accounting.It also received a government recognition for its elemen-
tary & secondary courses from the Department of Educa-
tion.
For a short span of time, The Jose Maria College
has raked in numerous awards both in the academic
and non-academic competitions, making it known not
only in the locality but in the national arena as well.
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Before 2008 ended, for the first time in history,
JMC was chosen by the Department of Education (De-
pEd) to host the 6th Student Technologists and Entre-
preneurs of the Philippines (STEP) National Competition.
STEP is a national event usually held in public schools,but seeing the state-of-the-art facilities, JMC became the
perfect pick where it was attended by different compet-
ing schools from 17 regions around the archipelago.
As JMC gears up and soars high as it turns
8, Founding President Pastor Quiboloy assures every
parent of a Consistent Quality Education. At the young
age of 7, JMC is already producing globally competitive
graduates.
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OUT-OF-SCHOOL YOUTH FINDSHOPEINALA single penny may be scarce
and private education not accessible
and free to all, but Aida, 25, braves
poverty and finds hope in the DepEds
alternative program that allows adults
and out-of-school youths to earn a di-
ploma outside the school system.
Growing up in a remote baran-
gay of Datu Salumay, Marilog District,
Davao City, Aida works as a house-
maid and enrolling in the Alternative
Learning System (ALS) is the only way
for her to finish high school .
Life in a remote barrio is so
hard especially for a large family witha small piece of land to till, Aida said
in an interview. I want to finish college
and one day help my parents and be
able to send my siblings to school. But
I have not graduated from high school
yet.
ALS is a government initiative
created to address the need of those
who want to gain access to for-
mal education.
Recently, President Gloria
Macapagal arroyo has ordered the De-
partment of Education to strengthenALS and reach out to more adults and
out-of school youths aged 16 and over
in all towns and cities in the country.
The program is open to all learners who
want to finish elementary or high school
and those who want to earn a college
degree.
Since it was established in year
2001, it continues to help hundreds of
poor Filipinos in the Philippines, Sec-
retary of Education Jesli Lapuz said.
In Davao City, the program
was piloted in Sta. Ana National HighSchool and a year later, it was extend-
ed to Daniel R. Aguinaldo National High
School. Based on ALS Davao City Divi-
sion data, the number of enrollees has
increased from 70 to more than a tho
sand this year.
The program also expande
to Jose Maria College in Davao Ci
where there are 4 organized classe
every Saturday and Sunday and whe
Aida is enrolled.
Through the alternative lear
ing system students can upgrade the
skills and competencies and prepa
them to take the Accreditation an
Equivalency Test (A&E) to be admi
istered by the department of educatio
through its bureau of Alternative Lear
ing System. When they pass the examelementary takers may enroll in hig
school and high school learners in co
lege.
I really like the program b
cause at my age I should have finishe
college already, Aida disclosed. I a
thankful that there is a program th
gives the poor the chance to study an
be educated.
Her ultimate goal, sh
said, is to become a teacher. I lov
to teach. I want to set an example an
encourage more people to never losheart because of poverty. The oppo
tunity is always there if one only ha
the will to find it, the optimistic Aid
shared.
She came to know the progra
through her employers neighbor
housemaid who is also an ALS learn
er.
I was told that there is an alte
native to attending classes everyday
she further revealed. I grabbed the o
portunity so I can finish school.
With high hopes, Aida believethat through this government program
she will be able to proceed to tertia
level and will one day go back to he
barrio with a college degree.
Now inJMCALS
JMC Update08-09
Aida works as a housemaid andenrolling
n the Alternative Learning System (ALS) is
he only way for her to finish high school.
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college life
JMarian
The Garde
Itwasaquietbusymorning.Clas
sesforcol-
legeseniorswereofficiallycance
lled.Allsystemsgo
forthe much-awaited mountaint
rek ofthe4thyear
studentstotheCovenantMounta
inandPrayerCent-
eroftheKingdomofJesusChris
t,TheNameAbove
EveryNameinTamayong,Davao
City.
InthemorningofOctober28,2008,thestu-
dentswiththe collegefaculty ar
rived inthewonder-
fullandnestledontopofthemou
ntain.Stunnedand
awedbythespectacle,theyfeltl
iketheyreinGods
heavenonearth.Enormousmans
ionsresemblingEu-
ropean castles lookedvery mag
nificent and impres-
sive.Theyjustlovedtoseecarefu
llyselectedflowers,
trees,andbushesgrowinginap
erfectly landscaped
environment.
Aftertheorientation,the retreat
properstartedwithaninspirationalmes-
sagebyBro.MarlonAcobo,aKingdom
Minister.
The event offered afull experi-
enceoftheGardenofEdenRestored,a
placewherethe schoolfounding presi-
dent, Pastor Apollo C. Quiboloy,was
born.Theambienceandsolemnityofthe
placeweretrulyperfectforthestudents
to reflect and discernhow loving God
the Father is callingthemto live inthe
realworldandhowtheycancontinueto
flourishspiritually oncetheyareawayto
facelife.
by Daphne A. Lausa
PastoralMansion
ReflectionswithMaamCarinaBetana
MarthasRestaurant
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at
f Eden Restored
After touring every corner of the magnificent
garden, the students together with the Guidance Coun-
cilor, Ms. Carina Betana, went to the prayer house tooffer up their special requests, and for a forum. All of
them had the chance to express their expectations
and earnest desires especially that graduation day is
near.
It was such a great experience and a day to
bond with one another. Engrossed with the beauty of
the place, nobody wanted to leave but the bus had to
go!
Helipad
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Starof David Plaza
Wackyposebygraduatingstuds
Japanese-inspiredGa
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college life
Yeah, Its College Ball!
After weeks of thinking
on what prom dress to wear, what
tie, suit and shoes to choose, fi-
nally, the young ladies in their royal
dresses and all the gentlemen in
their best attire started coming in forthe first ever College Ball of JMC.
Featuring the candle light and be-
queathal ceremony, all the juniors and
seniors brought a college atmosphere
to one of the hotels in Davao City.
The event was momentous as it gave
the seniors the opportunity to pass
on their responsibilities to the juniors
who will be following their footsteps.
Words of inspiration followed
from Maam Rachel Amad, in which shereminded both the seniors and juniors
by saying, Everything has a season,
and the time to be what you want to
be is just waiting in the corner. Go and
grab every opportunity and then one
day, come back with shining success!
The ball kept rolling. The
judges set the royal protocol and the
etiquette was, sit like a prince, eat
like a princess, walk like a queen,
be gentle like a king and you would
become a royal crowned with all the
authority and power to rule the night.
After the royals were enthroned,
the stunning princes, dazzling prin-
cesses, and the majestic queens andkings rushed to the dance floor as the
music blared throughout the ballroom
hall and everybody was just busy danc-
ing and taking pictures of themselves.
by Daniel Jeremiah G. Burlat
IceBreakertolightenthemood
BSPsychDamselswithMs.Amad
PricelessSashes&Crownsfortheking &queen
The sumptuous food all set!
(yummy!)
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Stars of t he nightDress to impress was the nights motto
PromKingandQueen:
JonathanFerrer
andJustineMarieCuakok
PromPrinceandPrincess:
MarlonTerrania
andMarzelZafra
The first ever College Ball of JMC was a tremendous success. Despite the
bad weather, we were able to pull it off, Prof. Cecille B. Porras , the Head Organ-
izer of the event said.
Sad, the ball was about to end! Indeed, it was a worthwhile celebration
especially for those who have experienced the glamorous night for the first time like
me, who never had the chance to attend one during my high school days.
It was a night where we were able to establish a strong relationship among
ourselves and met new friends.
To the seniors, kudos! To the juniors, good luck and have a nice and bless-ed year ahead!
TheNominees
TheGrandeRigaudon
CommunitySinging
Dancewithyourheartsdelight!
TheAccountancyDepartmentwiththeiractiveprofessors
Thehandsomec
ritics
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college life
New Breed ofLeaders
Thank you,Teachers!One looks back with appreciation to the brilliant teachers, but with
gratitude to those who touched our human feelings. The curriculum
is so much necessary raw material, but warmth is the vital element
for the growing plant and for the soul of the child. --Carl Jung
To our teachers who have shared not only their time & effort but
ecially their knowledge, wisdom and for sharing their lives with us,can only describe you through the verses from the Holy Bible.
v. 31: 17 She girds herself with strength and strengthen her arms.
v. 31: 26She opens her mouth with wisdom and on her tongue is the law of
dness.
SSGOfcersSY08-09:Ms.NeliaQ.Canada(center),Ms.CatherineSuazo(right)&Ms.RosevielcongratulateSSGofcersforajobwelldone
SSGsProject:Rafefor
aCause
SUPREME STUDENT GOVERNMENTSY 2008 -2009
President: Lady Jade Canada
Vice President: Krizia Mae VillamorSenators:
Hazel Mae Fernando
Ae Roldan
Neil Peter Alex Roldan
Judahnissi Calabroso
Gilbert Getuya
Kenneth Anino
REpresentatives:
AB Mass Com: Emilord Castromayor
BSEd: Aila Grace Palma Gil
BSCS: Michael Ponce
DCT/DCS: Bryan Necesito
BSIT: Dan Matthew AranasBSA/ BSBA: Cheryl Lumbay
BSCE: Thur Anthony Canedo
AB Theo: Nyle de Gracia
BS Psych: Jonathan Ferrer
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Trimedia OJT of
MassCom students
(TV, Radio&Print)
FOCUS 08-09
Writingnew
sforMindana
oTimes
(Feb.09)
Aposewith DXRD 711 Sonshine
Radio Production Team
ACakeofAppreciation
With RadyongBayananchor
LearninghowNational
Broadcasting Network(NBN)
works
Capturingeveryaction!
Ambushinterviewwith
Sen. Gordon
Waitingfor the PIA
HeadOfficer
Workinghand-in-hand
In the Real World:
The AB MassCom graduating students were sent to different media
entities to practice their skills in the three major fields of Mass communication.
TV : Sonshine Media Network International
Radio : DXRD 711 Sonshine Radio
Print : Mindanao Times Local Daily Newspaper
ExhaustedafterlongOJThours
TowerofACQ-K
BNin
NovalichesQC
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MassCom
Royal FM 88.8
A new FM radio stationfor students and staff at The Jose
Maria College was launched with
the tagline In the Service of the
JMC Studentry.
The radio station, called
Royal FM, is the MassCom stu-
dents partial fulfillment of their
requirements in the course Mass
Media Management and Entre-
preneurship (MC 117). This aims
to give students an opportunity
to see the practical elements of
broadcasting and to work with peo-ple who are professionals in their
field.
The Mass Communica-
tion Department of JMC believes
that this is a training ground for all
MassCom students that will give
them a distinct advantage should
they wish to pursue a radio ca-
reer.
They have a unique sta-
tion jingle based on its sub-tagline
R-lang! which tells everyone to
Relax Lang! even with school
work piled up.
Everyday, greetings and
song requests are sent to the sta-
tions mobile number and at the
end of the day the winner for the
quiz wins P20.00 worth of cell-
phone load.
With this innovation, the
whole campus can now keep itself
updated with the recent happen-
ings around the city, the country
and the world by listening to its
news and public affairs programs.Informative and music programs
are broadcast mainly on Mondays,
Wednesday and Fridays from the
JMC Media Center located at the
4th floor of the school building.
Personnel were:
Daniel Burlat, Station Manager
Ellana Pancho, Chief Program Di-
rector
Daphne Lausa, Program Director
Marla Joyce Villasor, Secretary &
Advertising ManagerArnel Brondial, Commentator &
Reporter
Patricia Saberon, Music Director
Mr. Mark Roel Narreto, Faculty Ad-
visor
The station launched in
September with music, unveiling of
the stations official logo, presenta-
tion of station profile, ribbon cutting
and jingle in the beat of Disturbia
by Rihanna.
The MassCom students
vowed to fulfill the stations pur-
pose which is to serve the college
students by producing informative,
educational and entertaining pro-
grams with the vision of a dynamic,
knowledgeable, up-to-date, and
well-informed JMarian society.
by DJB
1stevercampus radioin JMC history
Researching at UM Bolton
Library for relevant issues
Royal FM Logo
An overwhelming supportfromourJMarian avid listeners
With ourdynamic kiddie voice taleHannah Pancho &Tintin Resoso
Happy faces ofourcollege voicetalents:JoyTabanao & Christy Casilagan
Preparing fora live mornnews update.
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MassCom
Discovering theWorldofAdvertising
Advertising is good business. If youre creative and have the
courage to get into it, surely you can be a good entrepreneur. What you
need is a sure- re formula in order to succeed. Like Public Relations, it is
an interesting and challenging eld of Mass Communication.
The JMC MassCom seniors have proven it when they success-
fully put up three big advertising agencies during the rst semester of
2008-2009. Optimum Link headed by Gretchen Belleza and Marla Joyce
Villasor, Creative Juices by Daniel Burlat and Arnel Brondial, and MYriAD
founded by Ellana Pancho, Patricia Saberon and this writer were launched
under the direction of Mr. Mark Narreto, the faculty adviser.
Each agency had to make a name in the market to attract clients
and sell fast. Its mission was to transact and do business with prospective
costumers to avail of its services and products such as producing promo-
tional campaigns for print, radio, television and the net.
The rst tasked of the three agencies was to look for a resort that is
not famous and not yet established in the city, and then promote it through
print advertisement. Another assignment was to create a 30-second radio
advocacy about global warming, and a 30-second TV ad about establish-
ments selling juices.
The challenge was not yet over for in the nal week of the se-
mester, we were tasked to launch a weeklong advertising campaign. This
became an avenue for us to showcase all our multi-media promotional
materials. The event was formally opened at the JMC Media Center,
witnessed and judged by advertising entrepreneurs and experts.
Again, each student entrepreneur had to convince the judgesthrough a powerful presentation. Booths were also displayed at the school
lobby so spectators and the judges could go around and see for them-
selves the students artistic ability.
At the end of the semester, MYriAD Advertising Agency bagged
the awards for Best in Radio Advocacy, Best TV Advertisement, Best
Company Prole, and Best Advertising Agency. On the other hand, Crea-
tive Juices received the Best Business Suit award, Best in Booth and Best
in Print Ad, while Optimum Link got the Best Company logo.
Its a job well-done, the faculty advisor said. True enough, this made the
JMC MassCom students begin to love the art of advertising
Bestin TV &RadioAdvertisementsgoes to MYRIAD!
Creative Juices out-stands for its Print Adquality!
OptimumLink bagBest Company Loaward!
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MYRIAD ADVERTISING AGENCY
A unique media entity that walks the extr
mile for its clients welfare through well-thought plan
and production of below-the-line advertisements. Fore
most of which are the conceptualization and manage
ment of promotional events and PR-related activities
It greatly puts a room for a wide imagination essentia
for producing excellent ads.
OPTIMUM LINK ADVERTISING AGENCY
A company that doesnt settle for the best
but what is excellent. It produces multi-awarded ad-
vertisements. Optimum Link widens the company
and its clients horizon and does not limit its produc-
tion teams exceptional ideas.
CREATIVE JUICES ADVERTISING AGENCY
An agency that embarks on the new era advertising
with its latest streamline and high-end equipment for TV, radio
and print. Creative Juices has only one goal, and that is to
make success the aim of every business.
A weeklong advertising exhibit
at the JMC lobby
The winning print ad showcasing
Lanang Aplaya Beach Resort, its
facilities & accommodations.
Featuring Chateau Del Mar
Condotel & Dagat Fiesta
Resort situated along Davao
City sea shores.
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MassCom
For 9 years of existence, Sonshine Media Network International headed by Pastor Apollo C. Quiboloy, has
authentically grown a blink from Davao City, to the whole Philippines, and to the entire world with its tagline Service
first, right here, right now, worldwide.
The station humbly began in the year 2000 with only 1 TV channel called the Q-channel.
In a short period of time, Swara Sug Media Corporation simultaneously kicked off to a faster multiplication
Today, it has reached the farthest cities and countries around the world.
SMNI gets into the world of broadcasting in the tradition of principled operations: Ethical, Responsible, Respon
sive and Spiritual.
Sonshine TVSonshine TV 39 in Manila & Sonshine TV 43 in Davao City are the only TV stations that air 24 hours a day
seven days a week. SMNI transforms and delivers untainted preaching of the Word of God, carrying the message of the
Fatehers Appointed Son, Pastor Apollo C. Quiboloy. Channel 39 is reaching Mega Manila with the power of 60,000
watts and is seen all over the USA, Canada, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Asia Pacific Region through Globe-
cast World TV.
Sonshine RadioSonshine media, which started with only one radio station, now widely covers the entire Philippine archipelago
with its 17 broadcasting radio stations utilizing the latest in Satellite and Information Technology. Sonshine Radio is con-
ReachingtheImpossiblSonshine Media
has done it!
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She described and explained the rules and mus
photography. It made us deeply understood that ting pictures is an art, a challenge and a responsibi
But among all shared, the most
markable is the photographers v
purpose of capturing the ima
We roamed around the school camp
and applied the art of taking good p
tures. Of course, they were critiqu
some were appreciated and some we
not. But the consolation was, the resu
were good enough for a neophyte like
The workshop truly brought us a lot
fun learning experiences. It ended w
smiles and laughter. But above eve
thing else, all of us were left enthus
to buy our own professional camer
quering the airwaves living up to its Filipino tagline: Dinig sa buong mundo!
Sonshine Radio can also be heard via Satellite through Globecast World
Radio channel 214 and through the internet.
NewspaperThe Pinas newspaper with its tagline The global newspaper for
the Global Filipino is distributed within the Philippines and in 33 countries
around the world. Pinas and Sikat newspapers which circulate nationwide
feature not only the latest news update within the country but the abundant
feasting of Gods word through the preaching of Pastor Apollo C. QuiboloyBoth endeavor to unravel the truth without scandal, sensationalism and
immorality.
Special moments, places, adventures, and ex-ploration become precious if they are remi-
nisced years after they were captured by
our cameras. But photos are much moredramatic if the real beauty and message
of those were brought out and understood.
Clicking your cameras is an action
and capturing the magnificent is a talent.
Professional photoraphers obviously are talented;
hey believe that they see what other people
didnt. To them, ordinary things outside is stun-
ning if just perfectly taken with a perfect angle.
Whats very interesting is that anyone can learn
and acquire the ability and knowledge they manifest.
Photography is one of the coolest subjects we had.
ts not ordinary as we first thought it was. Its full of
earning and fun especially during our photogra-
phy workshop with one of the famous photo-
ournalists in the city, Ms. Jojie Alcantara.
Ms. Jojie cheerfully shared her expe-
iences and knowledge about the subject. Her
brilliant and fascinating photos taken from dif-
erent places were very exciting and inspiring.
earning beyond the lens
Camera Click
Marla Joyce D. Villasor
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Marla Joyce Villasor
masteringthebasics ofphotography
Ms. JojieAlcantara sharing someofhermoswonderful experiences asa photojournalist.
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Media Tour in Manila!
March 1 kicked off the first ever educational
trip of Mass Communication 3rd and 4th year students.
After 3 months of raising funds and arranging transac-
tions, the much-awaited day finally came. Carrying a
full-packed luggage, the group excitedly gathered as
early as 6pm waiting for the 8:45pm flight.
Day 1 DeparturefromDavao
Day 2 First Spots!
Day 3 Travelling theCongress
A picture-taking with Cong. Ro-
naldo B. Zamora of San Juan
Lone District
SENATE
The upper chamber of the bicameral legislature of the Phil-
ippines, the Congress of the Philippines, composed of 24
senators who are elected at-large. The Senate is the only
body that can authorize the ratification of treaties. Each
senator elected serves the full 6 years.
At the famous Bahay ni kuya (Pinoy Big BrotherHouse)
A pose with Ms.
Marivic M. Pareja,
Protocol Officer of
the House
PIA(Phil. Information Agency)
Communication is vital to building a strong republic thus, the Phil-
ippine government operates a nationwide institution established
to respond to the information needs of the citizenry.
PHILIPPINE INFORMATION AGENCY was created in 1986 by
virtue of Executive Order 100 signed by former President Cora-
zon C. Aquino to fulfill such objectives.
CONGRESS
The lower chamber or the House of Representatives is com-
posed of not more than 250 Members, who are elected fromlegislative districts apportioned among the provinces, cities
and the Metropolitan Manila area in accordance with the
number of inhabitants, and on the basis of a uniform and pro-
gressive ratio and those, as provided by law, elected through
a party-list system of registered national, regional and secto-
ral parties or organizations. [Sec. 5(1), Art. VI, 1987 Philip-
pine Constitution]
With PIA Planning & Research Officers Mr.
Nilo Mamaclay & Mr. William Ronquillo
On board the plane
At the session hall with Senator
Miguel Zubiri
With Radio ng Bayan Staff
by: Ellana Luz D. Pancho
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Day 4 Touring theTown
Day 5 Radiostation raided!
Day 6 Splashing withsmiles
Day 7 atoast fora wonderful trip
STAR CITY
A famous recreational theme-park in Metro Manila.Among the most sought -after attractions in this amuse-
ment park are the Snow World & Dino World. There are
also 5 operating roller coasters for adults and kids to en-
joy.Star City is also open the whole year especially dur-
ing the holiday seasons where it gets jump-packed res-
ervations. Truly, a treat to Star City is an unforgettable
experience.
OCEANARIUM
The Philippines first state- of-the art oceanarium. It
is the biggest marine park in Asia located at the back of the
Quirino Grandstand in Manila. Aside from being an ocean-arium, it also housed a mall, a boutique hotel, open marine
habitats, restaurant row and function facilities.
The park has a total capacity of 10, 000 visitors dai-ly. The Oceanarium features a 25-meter long, 220 degree
curved acrylic walkway tunnel, divided into six sections,
namely: Agos, Bahura, Buhay na Karagatan, Pating, Ang
Kailaliman & Laot.
Tour @ ACQ-KBN Jollibee
Tower, Ortigas, Makati City
Tony Cuevas, SPM on Air
Anchor with guest Cong.
Mariano Piamonte
With Presidential Legal Ad-
viser Jesus Dureza
Visited Malacaang Palace Photo Gallery with Mr. Rod Del Agua,
Chief Officer of the Presidential Press Staff Photo Section
Media briefing in Malacaang Palace with Exec Sec. Eduardo Ermita, Press Sec.
Cerge Remonde and the Malacaang Press Corps aired Live on NBN Channel
ACQ-KBN
A private media entity established by Pastor Apollo
C.C. Quiboloy. It is the only TV station based in Davao
City that has reached every corner of the worlds sevencontinents. ACQ-KBN is affiliated with Sonshine Media
Network International and its 17 Sonshine AM Radio
Stations, PINAS, SIKAT and major Kingdom websites.
Farewell treat by JMC Founding President Pas-
tor Apollo C. Quiboloy at SnD restaurant.
After the amazing
Surf Dance ride at Star City
A smile with TV anchor
Ted Failon
Outside the Malacanang
Museum! The magnificent office of Former
Pres. Ferdinand Marcos
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kids corner
CJFAmbassador
plays a
Superhero role
David Axel will once again act as a su-
perhero, who saves people from the enemys
tricks and deception in the forthcoming grandest
celebration of the National Childrens Day, the
adopted birthday of all destitute children in the
Philippines. The love of the Son will once more
shine across the land and put healthy smiles on
three million vulnerable young faces on April 25,
2009.
David grows up under the care of the Childrens
Joy Foundation. At his young age, he has learned com-
passion and how to give love in return. With the CJF
President Pastor Apollo C. Quiboloy guiding him, David
reflects the beauty of good deeds and kindness, exud-
ing empathy to the less fortunate, the abandoned, the
poor and the needy.
David Axel: Epitome of a well-loved kid
Bearing the qualities of an
ambassador, David received the Most
Disciplined and Leadership Awards
during the recognition day at JMC on
March 25, 2009.
Little David receives awards
Three-year old David Axel won the most co
eted title Mr. Little JMC 2008 outsmarting five oth
kindergarten kids by his stunning intelligence an
quick wit. He earned four major awards, namely: Be
in Talent, Best in Formal Attire, Best in Costume a
Most Photogenic. With his favorite line, A child tod
a leader tomorrow, David became everyones appof the eye.
David Axel reigns as Mr. Little JMC 200
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Bonitasharesfood.
JMarianshando
vergifts.
Reaching out to the less fortunate kids has al-
ways been the objective of The Jose Maria College. In partner-ship with the Childrens Joy Foundation, an affiliate association
of the Sonshine Philippines Movement, hundreds of children ben-
efited from the schools regular gift giving and feeding programs.
The kids were fetched by the school shuttle services from the
mountainous area of Tamayong and brought them to the JMC building.
Fun and games were specially prepared for them. The CJF
ambassadors shared food and spent time to laugh with the kids.
The steering committee, which was composed of different in-
ternal organizations and the Supreme Student Government, described
the event as immensely rewarding. The administration and the stu-dents are always determined to extend their reach beyond the campus
grounds. With the support of other organizations, they vow to continue
to move further out into the neighborhood and bring joy and inspiration
especially to the most vulnerable members of society- the little ones.
by Patricia Mae L. Saberon
My first apple!
Gift Giving
Willtheseslippersfitmyfeet?
JMC, CJF reach out to the underserved kids
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15ways on how tosell yourselfto an employer
tiptoptips
2.1.
Study your interests and qualications;
be prepared to talk about your back-ground briey, intelligently and clearly
during the interview.
Before the job interview, learn about
the rm, ask questions about it and
the job that youre seeking.
3.Arrive ve or ten minutes ahead of
your appointment. Tell receptionist
who you are, and whom you wish
to see.
4.Be neat, hair combed, ngernails clean; wear well-pressed
clothes, shined shoes and avoid
gandy jewels.
5.The employer wants to talk to you.
Dont take anyone with you (not even
your mother) to your job interview.
6.Sit up straight in chair, feet rmly
on the oor; look alert. Advance
planning will help you stay calm,
poised and at ease.
7.Think before answering a question.
Be polite, accurate, honest and
frank. Give full information, dont
brag.
8.Have a guide sheet of all your jobs,
dates of work, your wages, kinds of
work you did, reasons you left.
9
Be ready to show how your training
and work experience will help
you get ahead on the job you are
asking for.
10.For references, give the names
(and complete addresses) of
three reliable persons whom you
know and have worked with.
13.The employer is interested only in how well
youll t the job. Dont mention personal,
home or money problems.
14.. Be grown-up business-like. Show employer
proper respect. Call him Mr. no Jack Buddy
or Pal.
15.If it seems you wont get the job, seek employ-ers advice about other jobs with the rms whichmay come up.
12.Listen carefully, be polite and tactful. Aboveall, dont get into any arguments with your
prospective employer.
11.Be condent, enthusiastic, but dont bluff.Speak good English; and speak distinctly but
dont talk too much.
Source: Pre-employment module
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Pre-e
mploym
ent
Another highlight of the sympo-
sium was the sharing of the basic knowl-
edge in working abroad and the WORK-
ERS RIGHTS AND MANAGEMENT
PREROGATIVES.
They warned those who want
to work outside the country to insure the
credibility of the agency they will work
with to avoid future problems.
Graduating students from various courses of The Jose Maria College en-gaged in a productive sharing session with guest speakers as part of the JMC pre-
employment orientation and Cum- Career Guidance 2009.
The lectures were presented by representatives from government agencies
who are prominent in their respective fields.
The first was Ms. Carolina Agdamad, Head of POEA Regional Center for Mind-
anao, who talked about self preparation for job recruitment, necessary documents,
and techniques to pass written examinations and interviews.
Ms. Loreile Arce, Labor and Employment officer II, presented on the right
values and ethics to achieve maximum productivity in the workplace, and Cecilia
Dayhon, DOLE Employment Division officer, shared the different functions of theDepartment of Labor and Employment.
The speakers told students not to worry about the sizzling unemployment
issue. There are a lot of job opportunities out there, however, some are left unfilled
because graduates lack basic skills. The speakers disclosed that only out of 0
applicants qualify for a job because experience and capability fall short of require-
ments. They said that in order to land a good paying position, graduates must have
the necessary knowledge and ability.
Graduating students learn from pre-employment lectu
by Marla Joyce D. Villasor
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Mater which always lives up to its promise to provide As-
sured, Consistent, and Quality education. Truly, JMC has
transformed us into better individuals.
We will never forget all that we have learned and
the goodness that JMC shared. We thank the institution
for equipping us with values that make us productive andhealthy citizens, and for sure, these virtues will lead us to
succeed in areas of family, work, and society.
We are also happy for our teachers who cajoled
and pampered us unlike their routine days. Smiles spread
on their faces telling us that theyre very happy for us.
Its the end of complying with all the school require-
ments but the beginning of a new phase of life. As we en-
ter the professional world, we will look back with deepest
gratitude to the institution that molded us into what we are
today.
To the school founding president, Pastor Apollo C.
Quiboloy, your unmatched love and goodness will remain
in our hearts forever. Your life gives hope and inspirationto all JMarians. We will look up to you as our example and
strength as we face lifes challenges. From the bottom of our
hearts, we thank you!
To all the 2009 graduates, Congratulations!
Team C EthnicDancerswith
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EDITORS
DANIEL JEREMIAH G. BURLATEditor-in-Chief
What I did for this magazine:
Alternative Learning System
First Ever College Ball & Royal FM 88.8.
Meditation:
Sometimes God takes away everything from
us, so we can appreciate everything we have.
PATRICIA MAE L. SABERONKids Corner Editor
What I did for this magazine:
JMC Gift Giving
Meditation:
Failure is not the end, but a window to a bright
tomorrow MARLA JOYCE D. VILLASORNews Feature Editor
What I did for this magazine:
Graduating Students Learn from Pre-Employ-
ment LectureReaching the Impossible: SONSHINE Has
Done It!
Meditation:
People come and go, so cry and move on.
Emilord CastromayorContributor
DAPHNIE A. LAUSANews Editor
What I did for this magazine:
JMarians at Garden of Eden restored,
Leaping into the World of Advertising,
15 Ways on How to Sell Yourself to an Em-
ployer
& The End is Just the BeginningMeditation:
Let criticisms lift you up.
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Ms. Maribel S. LanticseAdviser
ABMassCom Program Head
DAN MATTHEW O. ARANASLay-out Artist
Meditation:
Do things for others, for knowledge and suc-
cess will follow.
ARNEL B. BRONDIAL JR.Sports Editor
What I did for this magazine:
ACEDO: the Star Chess Player
Meditation:
Life is too short, so live life to the fullest.
ELLANA LUZ D. PANCHOFeature, Managing & Circulation Edito
What I did for this magazine:JMC @ 7 : How Far Have We Gone?
Winning the World
Media Tour in Manila
Meditation:
And this, too, shall come to pass.
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