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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

Table of Content

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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!

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Whatanosebleedproduction!

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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


JMC Gift Giving

Meditation:

Failure is not the end, but a window to a bright

tomorrow MARLA JOYCE D. VILLASORNews Feature Editor


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


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.

FOCUS 08-09

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


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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