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"101st CEAS Anniversary"

Issue #10 by Allana Andrea Malto & Nicole Ericka Rivera

After several months of preparation, the 101st year of the CEAS department was finally commemorated on February 3-4, 2023 at National University Manila. It was a 2-day of fun and CEASzling celebration where students of the CEAS department enjoyed all the exciting and mind-blowing events. The activities that were prepared showcased various talents and skills which has shown the competitive side of the students where they showed their sporty side in Basketball, Volleyball, and Table Tennis, their wittiness competing in Spelling Bhie and Chess, their amazing talents in Zumba Work Out, and with their courage and confidence joining the battle of minds in the very first debate competition in CEAS Department.

One of the highlights of the CEAS Week was the Battle of Minds held at National University Manila Function and Social Hall. The event started with Debate Orientation and Briefing on the Day 1 of the CEAS week from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM while the official elimination of the competition started at 1:00 PM and ended at 5:00 PM. The event was joined by 3 competitive teams who participated in the first-ever CEAS debate competition; the team of Adrian Olfindo, Patrice Villaruz, and Joshua Tesoro; the team of Lovely Joy Nedic, Nathan Antazo, and Justine Malaborbor; and the team of Jannah Martos, Vhon Ventura, and Ceejay Bebis. 

The event progressed to the first two team debaters who conquered the stage with confidence and filled the room with tension, while students that were watching felt the excitement. When their topic was being announced, the captain of each team picked their side to begin the first debate topic, "Resolve that ROTC be made mandatory for college students'', where the team of Joshua had the affirmative side while the other hand, the team of Justine opposed it as they had picked the negative side. The debaters were given 30 minutes to prepare their topic speech and argument as CEASSC Vice President, Feejay Nario, introduced the panel of judges: Mr. Leeroi Christian Rubio, Ms. Susan Gopez, and Mr. Daniel Francisco Del Rosario, before finally welcoming all the students who attended the CEAS debate competition. 

The first debate topic was fueled by a heated exchange of speeches and rebuttals between the two debate teams, especially with the first two speakers, Patrice and Lovely. Since Patrice's argument goes around how ROTC is a necessity that focuses on emergency response rather than military preparedness, Lovely suggested that the government should focus more on improving the education system. She also put an emphasis on defending academic freedom, firmly laying out Article 3 of The 1987 Constitution Of The Republic Of The Philippines, because she believes that ROTC as a necessity is out of context and mandating it would take the students’ freedom.

The first topic exchange was ended by Justine who stated that “learning cannot take place where terror is present,” followed by her closing remarks where she mentioned the Mark Welson Chua case in 2001 (an ROTC cadet at the University of Sto. Tomas (UST) found lifeless in Pasig River) and the PUP hazing incident last 2014.

The second topic, “Resolve that the government bans schools and universities (public and private) from mandating students on wearing gender-normative uniforms,” was then introduced. Justine’s team chose the affirmative side, while Vhon’s team decided to negate the topic. The topic advanced with Lovely’s steadfast speech about schools and universities that mandates gender-normative uniform, she stated that it denies the students the opportunity to freely express themselves. “No person shall be deprived,” Lovely spoke, but Jannah countered it saying that it would be too harsh and hasty to make. It could also be ineffective and could be harmful, which is why Jannah tried to propose an alternative and appropriate solution. She stated that educating the youth about inclusivity (about LGBT and SOGIE in general) would be for the greater good rather than a band-aid solution that allows cross-dressing.

However, Nathan’s speech consistently defended his team’s side. “[It is] a stepping stone for the Philippines,” the speaker said, but it was countered in the rebuttal where Ceejay asked him “What is the sense of allowing students to cross-dress if it cannot be allowed in the corporate world?” This argument ignited and was intensified by Vhon’s speech where he clearly stated his reasons why his team is not in favor of the government banning schools and universities from mandating students on wearing gender-normative uniforms. First, the SOGIE Bill is still on house reading. Second, most corporate companies do not allow cross-dressing because they must have a proper representation of self and the company. Vhon continued his speech by talking about if schools and universities, especially universities that are supposedly training students of the corporate world, allow gender-normative attire, it would easily defeat the purpose of training students to be an actual professional.

The rebuttal between the last two speakers was heated but both sides were unbelievably calm and enjoying their exchange of rebuts. In the closing remarks, Justine did not waste any time and restated her team’s claim to let the students express themselves by banning schools and universities from mandating students on wearing gender-normative uniforms. Whereas Vhon sticks with his team’s claims and states, “The school’s purpose is to prepare the students [for the] corporate or professional field.”

The first day of the Debate Elimination ended with a banged where students were clung and left hanging to the results of the elimination, eager to find out who will move forward to the final round on the 2nd day of the competition as it was the scheduled day for the announcement of who among the three competitive teams will proceed to the finals round of the competition. The three teams gave an amazing and knowledgeable debate that made all the students who watched the competition applaud loudly as they can no longer wait for the final round to give another heated but meaningful debate. Though the three of them already won in the heart of the students, only two of the debaters can proceed to claim the title of champion of the first-ever CEAS debate competition. But just before the final round happened on the scheduled date, the College of Education, Arts, and Sciences made an announcement that there will be no more debate for the 2nd day of CEAS Week, February 04, 2023.

The cancellation of the debate championship was due to a very short-noticed cancellation of one team this morning. The team was unable to participate in the championship round due to the illness of one of its members. Additionally, the other team expressed their intention to forfeit their participation on the evening of February 3, leaving only one team to attend. The event carries on with the announcement of winners for all the events to conclude the 2-day celebration of our department. As a result of this sudden and unexpected turn of events, the organizers of the debate championship had no other choice but to cancel the event. It was a difficult decision for the organizer, but they felt it was necessary in order to ensure the safety and well-being of the participants. The organizers of the debate championship would like to thank all the teams and participants for their enthusiasm and commitment to the event. They hope to be able to organize a successful debate championship in the future.

The CEAS 101st anniversary was surely a success as the students both enjoyed and learned something meaningful that they will treasure. All the efforts that were made were acknowledged, not only by all the participants but also by those students who helped make the events happen. They ensured that the next events will be even more interactive and successful.

[morihaus]

❤️ and ▼ for alessia

alessia my one true love...

❤️ - family headcanon

ok so these questions are a bit. heavy to answer to start with considering what they deal with so forgive me if i gloss over things. familial ties were sort of in short supply under ayleid enslavement, so if alessia knew her parents, she doesn’t know what happened to them, and instead, her fellow nedes of sard would have been people she could consider a community/family. she looked up to priestesses who still held the spark of the ancient nedic faith in their hearts, and who told her of shezarr and how he fought for the freedom of men against the tyranny of the elves, as well as kyne, whose war still rages with her husband missing, which absolutely inspired her to lead her revolt, albeit as a champion of her people rather than a champion of the divines (they got involved after the revolt in sard) throughout the war and into the years of her rule she held many close confidants who were like family to her, people she had toiled alongside and then fought for liberation with, as well as many noncombatants who she worked to protect and provide a new world for. alessia cared a lot for family and what it meant to be safe with the people you love, the ‘mother of the empire’ reputation that would come following her mythology building after her sainting was honestly an exaggeration of a very real bond she felt with all the people of cyrodiil

▼ - childhood headcanon

obviously nightmarish but i’m really holding it in my head that she had some motherly figures in her life that would shape her into the radical insurgent she was going to become. playing on the fun dichotomy of her, she’s both a very material person concerned with the wellbeing of her people and waging this war for political reason as well as growing up with a very thorough spiritual education, the nedes of sard who were her clan practiced their rites and animal-worship as they were allowed to, and by the time she was coming into her own as a young woman she was just as wise as any of the women who taught her.

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Upon Zykkm-ahtro's arrival, the peculiar man was wearing an apparel made entirely out of cooking utilities and some scraps which he probably picked up along the way. Yesterday evening, however, he saw him wearing old battered black armour which Zykkm-ahtro's educated guess placed somewhere pre-Vesper Nedic military which is pretty much all that he has managed to ever tie to the [Cadwell]'s identity. Seeing him like this was a familiar sight

He does not remember word to word what exactly he said, but he remembers the answer given to him with a sad smile: “I figured that that fancy garb had nobody here fooled. And it chaffed me in places.” It left Zykkm-ahtro with more questions, but he asked none of them out loud.

[superretro8it]

This is one of my table's D&D Player Characters ( Hombrewed The Elder Scrolls themed. ), and general TES player character/OC. Please, don't mindlessly use my artwork. Thank you.   Iberius was born to a family who served the Alessian Empire ever since it was founded. Living by the borders of Hammerfell, his parents and sibling lost their lives during a furious Orsimer invasion on the peaceful village of Chorrol. The young boy was one of the few survivors of this tragic event. He was later found by the Alessian Army, and adopted by a man serving the Empire by the name of Sicarius Brutus Aquilius. He took Iberius under his wing, and gave the young unfortunate child shelter. Later training him under the martial arts that he had learnt throughout his years of experience on the battlefield. As well as educating and mentoring him throughout his youth. Once grown up, Sicarius convinced Iberius to join the military and serve his homeland. He encountered many obstacles along the way as well as aided many along the way. But, during a mission to fight off a small raid, he eventually came face to face with the son of the Orc who led the invasion on his home village. This meeting brought back many emotions, and feelings within the young soldier. Recognizing him by the scar that was left by his mother when she was trying to fend for herself during her last moments. This encounter had only one possible out come, and that was for the two to clash until only of them was still standing. In the end, the young Cyrodiilic came out victorious.   Though, the victory came with a realization to Iberius. And it's that revenge did not bring any good to him or his family. On that very day, he learnt to accept the events that had taken place, and to move on from the past. He kept the Orc's blade as a reminder of what he fights for. Not for personal gain, but to honour his Empire and those who live in it.

Full Name: Iberius Junius Mallus.

Birthday: 1E 590 ( 25 years old ).

Birthplace: Cyrod, Chorrol.

Race: Imperial-Nedic.

Gender: Male.

Alignment: Lawful Good.

Religious Belief: The Eight Divine.

Occupation: Alessian Officer.

Ideals: Law sets order, and must be followed no matter what. Respect, and honour are what any true soldier should strive to obtain.

Height: 5’8ft / 1.73m.

Weight: 155lbs / 70.30m.

Eye Colour: Dark Brown.

Fur Coat Colour: Bistre Brown.

Likes: An honourable battle, his (step) father Sicarius Brutus Aquilius, to eat and drink, as well as the Alessian Empire and its people.

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Practical Advice for Partners of a Person with Disordered Eating… By Someone Who’s Been There

We face many personal challenges when we live or work with an individual experiencing disordered eating, as does the person herself.  This article has three separate pieces offering strategies for self-development and coping with the situation.  As always with personal growth, we can learn from the strategies that others employ.  Each of the articles may offer strategies for family members, friends and an individual suffering from disordered eating.  We offer them to you in the hope that they will stimulate you to find additional paths to self-help and support of others.

Practical Advice for Partners of a Person with Disordered Eating… By Someone Who’s Been There

Adapted from an article by Steve Watson, Body-Pride May/June 1993 Steve lives with his partner who is recovering from bulimia.

Recovery from disordered eating can be a difficult process; a long, tedious and frustrating process.  And I wasn’t even the one suffering.  I would like to share with you some of the things which I have learned (many by trial and error) which have eased the pain for both of us.

Patience…  Don’t expect the problems associated with an eating disorder to go away immediately, even if she is in recovery.  She will experience setbacks along the way and this is normal.  Try to be patient; this will ease your frustration at not being able to change things for her.  Even setbacks can be used to illustrate her progress, e.g.: she may not be returning to her worst symptoms, or remind her that she has developed new tools to deal constructively with the setback.  By remaining calm, she’ll be able to draw from your tranquility.

Hugs…  I found that touching is an important healing tool.  Ask her if it’s okay to hug her.  When the sufferer cannot communicate her feelings or when the person trying to help cannot think of anything to say, a warm, gentle embrace can bridge the wordless canyon and show that you care.

Communication…  Try to focus conversations on her emotions, not her behaviours.  While she may not always be able to articulate her feelings, the more they are exposed, the sooner the real problems can be dealt with.  Don’t push her, but, don’t neglect your own feelings.  Share what you are experiencing and be honest.  Let her know that you may not know what to do, but that you’re there for her.

Educate yourself…  Do some research so that you can better understand the issues surrounding eating disorders.  There are a number of good books and films available in your local library which can help shed some light on the topic.  Contact NEDIC for down-to-earth, practical information and references.  Attend any forums or panel discussions on eating disorders, body-image and weight preoccupation.  Finally, you may gain some insight by speaking with others who can relate to your personal situation.  Support groups provide a friendly environment where you can openly express your opinions and receive others.

Be sensitive and understanding…  Although it is important to express your own frustrations, it is important not to direct anger or criticism about her symptoms at a person suffering from an eating disorder.  She is already judgmental of herself and she doesn’t need someone reinforcing those negative voices.  She does need someone who believes that she is worthy, even if she doesn’t believe it.  Remember, be comforting not critical.

Daily reminders…  Remind her of what she does well on a daily basis, because chances are she’s more likely to remember what she’s done “wrong”.  Let her know that there’s more to her than just her appearance.

Sharing…  Sit down together and discuss practical, concrete ways in which you can support her efforts to change her behaviour (e.g.: going for a walk after meals to distract her from the desire to purge).  While it is important that you don’t take responsibility for her ability to control her symptoms, you can be an important support.  Go at her pace and allow her to structure the process.

Self-care…  It is important to nurture yourself.  Make time for yourself in which you engage in activities and hobbies which enrich your life.  Time away from your partner can help you keep perspective, patience and creativity in the relationship.

These tips may not be easy to implement, or seem useful at first, but give them time.  Change, even positive change, doesn’t happen overnight.  A consistently warm, supportive environment goes a long way to encouraging healthy exploration by both partners.

Self-Care and Personal Development

Compiled by Merryl Bear M. Ed. (Psych)

Although it is often difficult, particularly as women, to justify time and energy directed at our own development, it is an essential part of ongoing personal growth.  Here are some strategies for strengthening personal identity.

Self-awareness…  Take the time to learn about yourself: Be aware of what your values, preferences and worldviews are.  Believe that you are entitled to them and that they are as justified as another person’s view and attitudes.  In the words of an old African saying, “To know nothing is bad.  To learn nothing is worse.” – so take the opportunity to learn little things about yourself and your response to the world about you.  This will make it easier to navigate your way through life.  Strategy: e.g.: Write letters to yourself about who you really are, how you think and your attitudes to various issues

Differences…  Learn to be comfortable with yourself, and don’t try to be what you think other people want you to be – this just makes one feel like a fraud, uncomfortable and untrue to oneself.  Trying to become what someone else wants you to be never works: Our beauty lies in the fact that we are ourselves. Strategy: e.g.: Write about how it makes you feel and behave when you do or say something to please someone else all of the time.  Now write about how you would like to do/say the same thing in a way which feels “like you”.  How does it feel different?

Compassion… Be gentle with yourself when assessing your attributes.  Lives are about learning and growing, not about “perfection”.  The whole point about ideals is that they are things to work towards, but are not generally attainable.  Accept, cherish and respect yourself in your entirety: body, mind and soul.  Strategy: e.g.: play a sport for fun

Truth…  Be true to yourself.  This can be frightening when your beliefs conflict with those of people you love or who have power over you.  When we stand up for ourselves we find pride and strength which encourages us to have stronger belief in ourselves.  It does the world of good to our self-esteem to feel that we’ve stuck up for something in which we believe.  Strategy: e.g.: Practice assertiveness in situations that are not threatening, then work towards potentially riskier situations

Self-appraisal…  Don’t get stuck in one narrow perception of yourself.  We are all complex creatures with a wide range of attributes, abilities and behaviours.  Look at yourself from the many angles that you present to the world at different times.  Don’t be critical of yourself without finding the positive balance.  Strategy: e.g.: When evaluating something that you’ve done, look at both opportunities for improvement AND aspects of the task that you did well.  Just look for opportunities for improvement shows a willingness to learn and grow.  But do value what you already do well too.

Strategies for Engaging With Someone with an Eating Problem

Compiled by Merryl Bear M. Ed. (Psych)

It is often difficult to engage with a family member or friend who is suffering from an eating disorder, or whom you suspect of having one.  There are issues about privacy, fear of disclosure, and a sense of helplessness which may make it difficult to broach the subject.  Some suggestions to deal with this situation follow.

Think carefully about the situation and what your concerns are.  Be certain that you are not making huge generalizations from a few specific events.  Consider the life-stage of the individual you are concerned about and what factors could be playing a part in the problem you perceive.

Educate yourself about eating disorders.  Find out what resources are available for yourself and the individual concerned.  Call NEDIC for information and resources.

Find or arrange for a time when you can sit down and speak calmly and openly with the person.

Remember that in all constructive conversations there is a mutual respect for each person’s feelings and needs.  Try to get an agreement from everyone involved in the discussion that:

the purpose of the discussion is to help family and friends understand what is troubling the person, and how they can be of help

notions of guilt and blame are to be avoided

no-one interrupts another person while they are talking

no-one leave the discussion until it is mutually agreed that it is over

do not focus on appearance and weight as this can be counter-productive:  The individual is already overly absorbed with these issues.  Focus instead on issues of both emotional and physical health.

Respect the individual’s right to privacy and autonomy as appropriate.

Where a minor is concerned, exercise responsibility and authoritative wisdom in getting help for the person.  Consider the many benefits of family therapy.

Do not engage in power struggle around food-related behaviour.  You are, however, entitled to not be inconvenienced by the person’s disordered behaviours:  Common household areas and facilities should be kept reasonably clean and available for all.

Remember that families may be contributing factors but do not alone cause eating disorders.  You may find support for your own issues through attending forums and support groups.  Individual counseling may be helpful.

Realize the important of patience:  The individual can only proceed at the pace which is right for her.  Be certain that you are not imposing your goals on the other person.

Do not take the role of therapist or social worker.  These roles are specialized and have different demands than those of family member or friend.  Be sincere and respectful in your interactions with the person, but most of all, be a true friend.