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PAGGALUGAD SA ISINAHOL AT PAGBAWI NG DANGAL: ANG PAGLALAKBAY NG PERSONANG ‘AKO’ NI BAYANI S. ABADILLA SA SIGLIWA KAMAO AYON SA ‘AKO’ NI ALEJANDRO G. ABADILLA
Get PDFKaakibat ng advokasi para sa pagbabago ang henera realismong panlipunan sa disiplina ng malikhaing pagsusulat, litaw ito maging sa Sigliwa Kamao (SK), antolohiya ng panulaan ni Bayani S. Abadilla, may poetikang ‘Wisyo ng masang Pinoy,’ ‘diwang anakpawis o proletaryo.’ Inilalantad ng panulat ni Bayani, nakasanayan tawaging ‘Ka Bay’ ng mga kaibigan, ang batayang suliranin sa kaayusang panlipunang nagsasalaylayan sa malawak na produktibong hanay ng mamamayan: magsasaka, manggagawa; karaniwang profesyonal, negosyante. Tulad ng tradisyong ginagad ng GAT o Galian sa Arte at Tula (post-Rio Alma 1993 mula 1989), GAT (1986 mula 1973),1 mga manunulat sa Wikang Pilipino/Tagalog pagkatapos, habang may Ikalawang Digmaang Pandaigdig, pabalik sa unang hati ng ika-20 dantaon, na inilatag ng Mapaghimagsik (Andres Bonifacio, Emilio Jacinto, et al), at Propagandista (Jose Rizal, Marcelo H. del Pilar, et al). Gamit ang dalumat ng unang panauhan na personang panghalip na ako (umuugat sa Asyanong tradisyon) ni Alejandro G. Abadilla (AGA), bayani ni Zeus Salazar, at pagsusuring diskursong kritikal, ihaharap dito ang poesiya ng SK na naglalahad sa kontextong hinantungan ng malawak na mamamayang tinulaan. Gayon din, ang personang ‘ako,’ at poetika ng autor na gumalugad sa pag-akdang bayan upang suungin ang responsabilidad na mag-ambag sa ikalulubos ng dangal para sa soberanya ng bansa. Hangarin ng pag-aaral na maisalarawan ang mga katangiang taglay, at kinakatawan ng personang ‘ako’ ni Ka Bay bilang isa sa tagapagpadaloy ng naratibo ng pagbabago sa unang dalawang dekada ng ika-21 dantaon. Bagaman hindi pahambing ang pag-aaral na ito, lumilitaw na ang personang ‘ako’ ni Ka Bay ay may ibang pamantayan sa ako ni AGA
Ang Naging Makaldag na Lakbayin: Isang Pagsipat sa ilang Mahahalagang Yugto sa Kasaysayan ng Kritikal na Pamimilosopiyang Filipino
Get PDFApart from being an academic and a researcher, a philosopher also faces a great challenge to fulfill their role as a critic of their society. In response to this challenge, the current article seeks to unveil some manifestations of this role in the Filipino context by means of glimpsing into some significant stages in the History of Critical Filipino Philosophy. This discussion is divided into three parts: (1) the Beginnings of Critical Filipino Philosophy during the time of the Propagandists, (2) its decline entering the 1970’s due to the brewing Marcos Dictatorship, and (3) its re-strengthening after the Dictatorship. This article will attempt to weave a narrative that may aid in understanding the rough journey undergone by Critical Filipino Philosophy. With the aim of incorporating this introductory narrative, some primary texts of chosen Filipino Intellectuals that embody the role of the philosopher as a critic and mirror of their current context will be utilized. Together with this, there will also be a consultation of narratives from Filipino philosophers such as Emerita Quito and Florentino Timbreza on their experiences regarding the prevailing political climate during the 1970s, which also mirror the fall and reignition of Critical Filipino Philosophy during those times. It is vital to take a glimpse into these significant stages in the history of Critical Filipino Philosophy for them to serve as a reminder of the contributions of the philosopher as a critic in their society and their possible contributions as a critic in our contemporary times
Filipino Branding sa Ika-21 Siglo: Pagsusurisa mga Estratehiya ng Pandayan Bookshop (Filipino Branding in the 21st Century: Analysis of Pandayan Bookshop\u27s Strategies)
Get PDFThis paper discusses the Filipino identity and how it is promoted through the branding of Pandayan Bookshop, a locally owned company and has been operating stores selling school and office supplies, books, magazines, posters, charts, and artwork. Using Porter’s value chain model and Rumelt’s principles of business strategy evaluation as underpinnings, the researchers analyzed the processes or activities the company undertakes that include incoming logistics, operations, outgoing logistics, marketing and sales, services, and human resource management. The data revealed that the branding of Pandayan Bookshop marked by its use of the Filipino language reflects Filipinos’ good character, camaraderie, and humanity. This is a proof that there is room for the promotion of Filipino identity in the field of business
IGOROTISM AND ORIENTALISM:The Photographs of Eduardo Masferré
Get PDFThis paper seeks to provide a critical reading of the photographs of photographer Eduardo Masferré. The photos reviewed were part of the collection in E. Masferré, People of the Philippine Cordillera Photographs, 1934-1956 published in 1988. The book showcases the body of work of Masferré, a Spanish Filipino who is part of the Kankana-ey tribe through his mother. Considered as the father of Philippine photography, Masferré’s photos mirror his talent as well as reflect images, life, and work of the Igorots in Cordillera. Masferré made it his task to take hundreds of photographs of the Cordillera to document its culture and tradition, display the remarkable knowledge of the Igorots in agriculture, showcase the unique character of the area, and illustrate the humanity of his people. Using the theory of Igorotism and theory of orientalism, Masferre´s photos were analyzed to determine the Igorotist and orientalist elements in Masferre’s photos and how these were formed in his art. This research studied the artist and his works while also seeking to understand the representation of the people of Cordillera in Masferré’s photographs. As Masferré’s body of work was explored, the researcher also looked into the life of Masferré, his influences, and the forces that shaped the Igorotist and orientalist elements in his masterpiece. The findings were interpreted to find out which of these forces prevailed – Masferré’s Igorotism ideology or the invisible orientalist influence
Social construction of suicide in the Philippines based on the perspectives of undergraduate students from two universities in Metro Manila
Get PDFA total of 308 undergraduate students from a sectarian, predominantly middle and upper-middle socio-economic class university (n=139) and a stateowned, non-sectarian, predominantly lower socio-economic class university (n=169) were engaged in a survey research that attempted to understand their perceptions on suicide as a phenomenon. Results indicate that the students from the two universities are very similar in their social constructions of the reality of suicide among the Filipino youth: they believe that suicide is primarily due to depression and other mental illnesses, that majority of young Filipinos have thought of suicide at least once, and that almost 1 out of every 3 has attempted the act. While they generally maintain that all members of the youth are at-risk of suicide, many also believe that the risk is particularly high for youth exposed to violence and members of the LGBT. They also tend to believe that suicide is a cry for help and that they are willing, capable, and even duty-bound to help in cases of suicide. The students believe that suicide is a topic often considered taboo in the Philippines but one that needs to be a part of more conversations. Finally, the students are generally undecided on the acceptability of suicide but also disagree with the notion that suicide can never be justified. The findings suggest that the Philippines, particularly its youth, may be ready for conversations and mobilizations in favor of suicide prevention but are still unprepared for the premise of suicide and assisted suicide as justifiable actions
Evaluation of the Antimicrobial Activity of cellulolytic Bacillus spp. Isolated from Rice Paddy Fields in the Philippines
Get PDFDrug-resistant strains are becoming a public health problem as antibiotic-resistant diseases become more prevalent in clinical settings throughout the world. Multidrug-resistant microorganisms are constantly adapting to the effects of currently produced antibiotics by inactivating them via a variety of mechanisms. To address this issue, microbial natural sources isolated from various settings are being used to meet the demand for new antimicrobials. On this study, Bacillus species were isolated from rice field soils and their enzyme production and antibacterial activity were determined using plate techniques and agar-well diffusion assays. The results revealed that all isolates synthesized cellulase, with strain BI-AI.1 exhibiting the largest hydrolysis zone of 2.07±1.07 mm. Bacillus cell-free supernatant (CFS) from strains NE-AIII.10, BI-BI.7, and BI-CI.2 also demonstrated antimicrobial activity against Enterococcus faecalis, Micrococcus luteus, and Candida albicans. Only NE-AIII.10 and BI-BI.7 inhibited Gram-negative Klebsiella pneumoniae (8.25±0.12 mm) and Aeromonas hydrophila (2.91±0.72 mm) with p-values of 0.00002 and 0.00006, respectively. Interestingly, Bacillus BI.CI.2 inhibited methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) with a zone of inhibition (ZOI) of 9.83±0.44 mm (p = 0.0005). Bacillus CFS Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) assays revealed the inhibition of test pathogens at varied concentration ratios. Molecular identification of the top strains NE-AIII-10 and BI-BI.7 using 16s rRNA gene sequence analysis showed similarities of the isolates to Bacillus subtilis. The findings established the presence of cellulolytic Bacillus species in the soils of Philippine rice paddy fields. Additional investigation of the Bacillus CFS is required to confirm the presence of the active components responsible for the inhibitory effects against test pathogens
WARRIOR POET: LEANDRO BASILIO, SON OF PAMPANGA
Get PDFMy collection of poems entitled "Warrior Poet: Leandro Basilio, Son of Pampanga" started years ago after I wrote my first collection of poems entitled "The Way of the General". It is an original and experimental sequel to my first collection that won me the title as Poet of the Year in English at the 11th Gawad Digmaang Rosas awards. From my record, I would like to believe that I am a Marxist poet.
In both collections, I tried to insightfully explore the power of historical fiction in poetry. Using historical references that are both concocted by the imagination and authentic in nature, I tried to weave interconnected narratives with my poems. To reflect the nature of historical materialism through the power of verse — to show the ferocity of class struggle as embodied by the ongoing people\u27s revolution through armed struggle. Here, I tried to show how the State has historically used its coercive apparatuses and power to defend the class interest of the bourgeoisie. On the other hand, I have elucidated the valiant struggle of the oppressed and voiceless against the seemingly infallible power of capital and semi-feudalism that is being preserved by the agents of the State.
In my attempt to make a poem tell a story — to apprehend a particular feeling, idea, or event — I am also trying to challenge the limits of what is considered as poetry. I also believe that I have been more daring in terms of form in my current collection of poems. Each poem contains separate epigraphs that provide specific contextualization for the corresponding poems they are attached into. Each of the epigraphs tell a story of its own, but when pieced together with the other epigraphs and poems — it reveals a larger picture. My collection of poems may be read in part or in whole. However, its beauty lies when it is read in its totality. Here, the reader will see the dialectical unity of various parts that may not make sense if read as a singular poem
Mental Health and Coping Strategies among Faculty Members and Administrative Employees in a State University during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Get PDFThis study examined the mental health and coping strategies among faculty members and administrative employees at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Manila. The descriptive-correlational method was utilized in the study and the data were collected online using the Google Form. The respondents were seven hundred eighty-eight (788) faculty members and administrative employees in the main campus of the University. The Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS) was used to determine the mental health while the SARS/COVID Coping Strategies Instrument was employed to ascertain the coping used by the respondents during the pandemic. Results indicated that majority of the respondents (560 or 81.80%) experienced normal to mild depression while 64 or 8.10% reported severe to extremely severe level of depression. It also revealed that 612 or 77.70% of the respondents had normal to mild anxiety, and 114 or 14.40% felt severe to very severe anxiety. The respondents also disclosed that majority of them (696 or 88.30%) encountered normal to mild stress, while 54 or 6.80% experienced severe to very severe stress. The respondents utilized most of the coping strategies found the SARS/COVID coping instrument. Some of the coping strategies were significantly and positively associated with the dimensions of the mental health while the other coping strategies were found to be significantly but negatively associated with depression, anxiety, and stress of the respondents.
Ang Prusisyon Tuwing Semana Santa sa Lungsod ng San Pablo City, bilang Assemblage (The Holy Week Procession in San Pablo City as an Assemblage)
Get PDFThe purpose of this study is to narrate San Pablo City’s historical practice of celebrating the procession during the Holy Week season. Specifically, the researcher wishes to answer the following questions concerning the town’s annual procession. Why was the assemblage formed?; What is the narrative of the assemblage in the town of San Pablo according to the following: combustion, division, and reconstruction?; How does the assemblage represent the culture and faith of the people of San Pablo? The researcher employed Deleuze’s and Guattari’s concept of assemblage to present the sequence of important events behind the town’s celebration of the procession during the festivity. To gather data, the researcher conducted a face-to-face and a telephone interview with the members of the church, a private religious organization known as Samahan ng Mahal na Pasyon, and the devotees and owners of life-size images who actively participate in the annual celebration
Disrupting Liberal Democracy:The Phenomenal Rise of Duterte
Get PDFThe paper offers an explanation why Duterte won the election in 2016 and how his phenomenal rise can be accounted. Some scholars on Philippine politics attribute the rise of Duterte to the failure of liberal democracy. On the other hand, this paper argues that “failure of liberal democracy” explanation merely scratches the surface of the question and does not address the source of the failure. Gramsci’s notion of passive revolution this paper maintains point to the root of the failures of the liberal democratic regimes established after EDSA People Power revolt in 1986. The main contention of the paper is Duterte is a product of passive revolution. If Italy swung to fascism in the 1920s, this paper asserts Philippines in 2016 turned to Dutertismo