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National Walk-out day was facilitated by different university organizations across Manila to protest against the current administration. The protest is mainly focused on budget on education which as cut but millions by the administration and has significantly impacted especially those who are enrolled in State Universities.

“...tayo na sa isang matuwid na daan”             This was the famous line of the newly elected President of the Republic of the Philippines Benigno Simeon Cojuanco Aquino III or Noynoy as known by many that gave people hope and courage to rise after the Arroyo regime threw the Filipino nation into dump. Just about after being hailed as the new leader, Noynoy’s promises were uttered one-by-one to the whole nation as strong point for the progress that the country ought to have and so, expectation arouse to each citizen of the Philippines. But after a year of presidency, did Aquino change the status of the nation? Or are all of these promises just lip service?             Noynoy Aquino, aside from being the lone son of the late senator Benigno Aquino Jr., and the mother of democracy and late president Corazon Cojuanco Aquino, was elected to the House of Representatives ...

Rizal Monument Rizal Park or known as Luneta park is a relaxing place perfect for every family. Located at the heart of Manila along Taft Avenue and at the other side, the Roxas Boulevard. It was built around 18th century as tribute to Dr. Jose Rizal who bravely showed his love to the Philippines. Despite of elite malls built all around Metro Manila, people are still capable of visiting parks that are enormous and rich in culture like the Rizal Park. The renovated Rizal Park has enticed more people than it usually have before. From the Relief Map to the Rizal Monument near Quirino Grandstand. Bridge at Relief Map You won't be bored strolling around Luneta Park since it has a lot of historical marks and places which were built to show how history affected the Philippines at the present time. It is best for people who seek for fresh oasis and relaxation. Picnic, playing around, kites, anything that will be a remedy for stress will do. Before getting into the main p...

Students/activists making noise to fight for their rights in front of the PUP building – the so called popeye – is nothing new to most PUPians. It has been a routine for them to either inform or entice students to know about the present issues or the past as well that are, actually, has a big effect on them. But if looking at the other limelight, from shouting to vandalizing on the corners of the university, are these ways and actions conducive in resolving the problems? Basically, as a PUPian that is in need of services the government lacks to provide, the answer to this is yes. Activism is not a waste of effort or a waste of time if being done for a goal. Being a student and activist on the other side doesn’t mean that we are pushing aside our main purpose to be in the institution – to gain a degree. Let’s just say student activists are kinds of individuals who have a wide range of cognizance and a high level of eagerness to express their insights and perspective about w...