PRIME MOVERS SOCIETY

Manifestations: Finally turned into reality! 🪄🎓

The Prime Movers Society extends its warmest congratulations to the Batch 2023-2024 Bachelor of Science in Social Work Graduates.

Now, show the world what you got: The lessons you learned, skills you developed, and the ever-growing love you have for it.

We are rooting for you! 🙌🏻💙

Palad ma’y mapagod at dumugo,
Bayan, patuloy iaabot ang serbisyo sa’yo -
Hanggang abot-kamay na natin ang pagbabago.

𝐖𝐞 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐬𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐮𝐬 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐢𝐭. ⛅

To the profession that serves the least, the lost, and the last: We commend you and all the efforts you make in striving for a better society for all. You are a walking reminder for every person you come across that compassion exists. We salute you, our catalysts!✊

Mga manggagawang panlipunan, saludo kami sa inyo!





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𝗦𝗧. 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗡 𝗗𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗘𝗦: 𝗟𝗨𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗢𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘

Among the values and principles of social workers, social justice and human rights remain as the defining mark of the profession. Few have exemplified such commitment to promoting equality and servitude for the disadvantaged. Among them, and who stands as one of the finest examples of social justice, is St. Martin de Porres.

Born in Lima, Peru (then a colony of Spain) on 9 December 1579, St. Martin was the illegitimate son of a Spanish nobleman and a freed slave of Native American and African descent. His Spanish father abandoned his family when Martin's sister was born, leaving their mother to fend for them. Martin wanted to be a priest but Spanish law at the time forbade mixed-race individuals from fully joining religious orders.

Undeterred, Martin asked the Dominicans of Holy Rosary in Lima to accept him as a 'Donado', a volunteer tasked with doing menial tasks for the order. He spent years at the Holy Rosary, and finally, his superior permitted him to profess his religious vows and become a Dominican.

As a newly professed priest, he was not fully accepted by his peers. He faced discrimination and was called a mulatto, a derogatory term similar to Indio. Yet he carried on with his priestly duties, ministering to both Spanish nobles and African slaves alike. Once when their convent was in debt, he remarked 'sell me as I am just a poor mulatto'.

St. Martin de Porres was also known for his work in caring for the sick and promoting the rights of non-whites. From the age of 34 until his deat at 59, he was assigned at the infirmary. Once, an ulcerated beggar who was almost naked stretched his hand to Martin who promptly took him to his bed. When a colleague chided him for the act, he responded 'Compassion, my dear Brother, is preferable to cleanliness'.

When an epidemic struck his city, he cared for 60 sick friars. He was the only one who did not fear the contagion of the virus. In another account of St. Martin's dedication to compassion, he tended for a mortally wounded Indian against his superior's orders. For him, mercy and charity preceded that of obedience.

St. Martin is also a vegetarian who constantly requested alms for the poor. He also set up one of the first homes for abandoned children and orphans in Lima. Towards the end of his life, St. Martin still took great care of the disadvantaged and broke the barriers set by society for being a mixed-race individual. A trailblazer of what true public service is, he was canonized in 1962 by Pople John XXIII.

The life and works of St. Martin de Porres is worthy of emulation by us, future promoters of social justice. He refused to see people with labels and he gave greater attention to the sick, poor, and victims of injustice. He is an example of initiative, involvement, and genuine interest for societal development.

We can take a page from his book and approach those who need us. That mendicant on the street, the busker under the sun's fiery heat, the struggling PWD or senior citizen who wants to cross the road. St. Martin would approach and help them without question. He took great notice of his community and made sure that people were seen, not merely looked at.

In our setting where indigenous peoples and the lower class are constantly exploited, St. Martin will also not hesitate to question the government and other higher entities for their inaction and for deliberately exacerbating their condition. He will call them out.

St. Martin de Porres showed us how much of an impact can one person do in bringing people closer to justice and equity. That even an illegitimate child raised by a single mother and grew up in a racist environment can still be the person who will bring change. That it does not take grand plans, money, and ambition to provide people with a better life. It is the simplest of things that bring people hope.

Empowerment, direct action, advocacy, human rights, and social justice. St. Martin de Porres showed us how to live the values of social work. It is a commitment and a challenge that every day, there is something we can do. Your social upbringing, race, gender, or creed won't be your defining moment. It is your response to your circumstances and the world you live in. Make someone's life better starting today. One day, one life at a time.

Written by Ken James Lucio, 1st Year BS Social Work Student

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𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 is an activity set to promote the connection between social work and religious mission. This manifests one of the four core values of Saint Louis University which is imbued with Christian spirit. By highlighting the work of saints involved in Social Services, Praying Forward aims to inspire others to follow their example and actively participate in acts of service and compassion.

🪩💃ARE YOU READY TO PARTAYYYYYY?🪩💃

Think we had enough fun this school year? Well, think again! It’s time to make more memories before this academic term year comes to a close with 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝘀 (𝗥𝗦𝗪) 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰!

As we stuff all that’s happened into a nutshell, let’s glance back and look forward. Prepare yourselves to recognize and celebrate all that we’ve done and accomplished, inside and outside of the university! 🎖️🎉

It doesn’t stop there 💃✋This party goes on! Tap into your competitive and social spirits for the games in store. And yes, there will be prizes! What’s a social work party without any performances from the students? That’s right, each block will be in the spotlight to give us all a show!

Get ready to dance, sing, party, and (probably) cry as we turn the page to yet another chapter of our university lives. But, hey, we can always look back 🫶 To more core memories, achievements, and stronger foundations that build the social work students up!

We hope to celebrate with you al on 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝟳𝟬𝟬 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟰:𝟬𝟬 - 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠. Come dressed in your most comfortable summer fits and let’s bring P700 to life!

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It's Time to Grow! 🌱

In the month of April, we celebrate 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵. Under our Hear, Here Advocacy Campaign, we stand in unity with the Earth, fighting the battle against plastics one step at a time. 🌍🚫

Let's join forces to protect our planet from the scourge of plastic pollution, working together to reduce, reuse, and recycle. ♻️ Together, we can make a difference by choosing sustainable alternatives and advocating for a cleaner, greener future. 🌱💧

See us anywhere inside Saint Louis University, Main Campus on 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 and don’t miss our 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘳, 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘤𝘰 𝘣𝘢𝘨 𝘨𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘺! 💚

Join us as we take on the challenge of planets vs plastics, ensuring a brighter tomorrow for generations to come!





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FINALLY!
FINALLY!
FINALLY!

CONGRATULATIONS, KA-PriMoSo! 📣

Midterms exam is over! Now, give your self a pat for each question answered and each problem solved . 🫂 Take a moment to celebrate your success, knowing that you've not only conquered the exam but also fortified your knowledge and sharpened your skills. Keep striving, keep soaring, for the journey of learning knows no bounds! ✨





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In celebration of Women’s Month and Social Work Month, our recent activity, "𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰: 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀’ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲,''' held on March 20, 2024, stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of empowerment and perseverance. Under the resounding theme, "𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗛𝗘𝗥: 𝙒𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝘼𝙡𝙡,” we celebrated the impactful contributions of women and social workers. 🌟💪

One of the highlights was the seminar on "𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗼𝗳 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲: 𝙉𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙜𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙘 𝙎𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙠 𝙖𝙨 𝙖𝙣 𝙀𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜," featuring esteemed guest speaker 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝘆. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘂𝘆𝗮𝗻-𝗙𝗼𝗸𝗻𝗼, 𝗥𝗦𝗪. The session provided invaluable insights into the crucial role of forensic social work in addressing societal injustices and promoting the rights of the marginalized.

As the curtains gracefully close on this transformative seminar, we find ourselves imbued with a profound sense of purpose and duty. Armed with newfound knowledge and fortified by shared experiences, we stand united in our commitment to be steadfast advocates for equity, justice, and empowerment.

Let us, therefore, harness the lessons gleaned from this seminar to fuel the fires of progress and propel us toward a future where every individual, regardless of gender or social status, is endowed with the dignity and opportunity they rightfully deserve. Together, let us continue to pave the path towards a world where the principles of equality and justice reign supreme. 🌍






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Caption by Niña Laud
Photos by Gielean Del Castillo, Julia Galvez, Amber Fokno, and Neil De Guzman

Hey there, Ka-PriMoSo! 💜🫵🏻

Get ready to ride the wave of empowerment with us! 🌊 Join our sensational seminar where we'll dive deep into how women are rocking the world with impactful change. Let's come together to uplift, inspire, and celebrate each other, shaping a future that's brighter for all! ✊🏼💜

Prepare to be dazzled as we explore solidarity for women's empowerment and social work in the talk of 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗼𝗳 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲: 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴, led by the incredible 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝘆. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘂𝘆𝗮𝗻-𝗙𝗼𝗸𝗻𝗼, a passionate lawyer and a registered social worker! Don't miss out on the fun – mark your calendars for 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, from 𝟭:𝟬𝟬 𝗽𝗺 to 𝟱:𝟬𝟬 𝗽𝗺, and join us at 𝗣𝟳𝟬𝟬 for a celebration of Women’s and Social Work Month under the theme ‘𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗛𝗘𝗥: 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗹’.

Don't forget to grab your friend and be ready to join the movement! 🫂







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The month of March shines a spotlight on the 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸. What if we gave them even more recognition to truly acknowledge their contributions? ✨

PRIMOSO is excited to announce contests for our Ka-PriMoSo community to showcase their talents, highlighting the significance of women and social workers in our lives and proving that they are indeed 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦!

Here is the list of contests that you can join:
📍Essay Writing Contest [ https://forms.gle/gH7usUmCRha1XLis9 ]
📍Spoken Poetry Contest [ https://forms.gle/i47ZPJwqjvkcS89c6 ]
📍Poem Writing Contest [ https://forms.gle/NgJoFZMsYVjsiLGA9 ]

We encourage all of you to participate and enjoy these activities, fully embracing the spirit of Women and Social Workers’ Month! ✊🏼







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🎀 It’s that time of the year, Ka-PriMoSo! 🎀

This March, the Prime Movers Society celebrates Social Work Month & Women’s Month, so join us as we bring you“𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒: 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞.” With the theme “𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙃𝙀𝙍: 𝙒𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝘼𝙡𝙡'', let's come together to uplift women while putting the role of social work in advancing gender equity in the spotlight.

Come along with us as we embark on a month-long journey, packed with empowering events and opportunities to advocate for women's rights and highlight the Social Work profession. Let your creativity flow with the essay and poem writing contests, as well as a spoken poetry contest 📜🎤. Also, don't miss out on the opportunity to receive a 𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙖𝙙𝙚 𝙘𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙩 𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙨 during our campaign on 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭𝟱-𝟭𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 inside Saint Louis University 💜🩷

Hand in hand, let's stand up for building resilience and bringing about progressive change this month and every month after! 🤝







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𝘔𝘈𝘙𝘊𝘏𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴 𝘢 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 🚶🏻‍♀️

In solidarity with the Women's Month Celebration, 4th year BS Social Work Students from Saint Louis University took part in the program spearheaded by City Government of Baguio last Friday, March 8.

The said event was kicked off by a parade, which was participated in by different barangays, government agencies, and private organizations. This was followed by a program at Malcom Square where various performances, were offered for the public’s entertainment. Simultaneously, caravans providing different social services were also set up around the area to cater to those who were interested in availing them.

The Future Social Workers from Saint Louis University is one with society's continued pursuit of a more empowered community for all through advocating for the eradication of gender and other social inequalities that still coexist with us today.

𝗕𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗜 𝗞𝗔, 𝗛𝗔𝗔𝗡 𝗡𝗚𝗔 𝗕𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗜 𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗚!




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👩🏻‍🍳👩🏻‍🌾🦸🏻‍♀️👩🏻‍🦲👩🏻👳🏻‍♀️🧕🏻🧔🏻‍♀️👵🏻👩🏻‍🦰👩🏽‍🦱👰🏻‍♀️👩‍🚒

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗪𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗡’𝗦 𝗗𝗔𝗬, 𝗞𝗮-𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗠𝗼𝗦𝗼!

Despite how far we've come in terms of achieving gender equality, significant social gaps remain difficult to fill, especially for women. With that, we celebrate International Women's Day with individuals of all genders around the world to #𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙄𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 and empower women to embrace their capabilities and reach their full potential, thus breaking down barriers on the path to an equitable future.

Today, and every day, let us uplift women, along with their valuable work and contributions to society. To inspire inclusion is to recognize the strengths and accomplishments of women from all walks of life, while simultaneously highlighting the struggles they face in order to amplify their voices and manifest positive change. 💜




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📣 Hey, hey, hey, Ka-PriMoSo! 📣

Here we are at the first exam season of the second semester. The Prime Movers Society wishes you willpower and the best of luck for you to push through this week! 🔮

Just like you championed through all the past exams, you will certainly find yourself on top of your academics again! May your brains be charged and your blue books full of correct marks.

🍀 You got this, Ka-PriMoSo! 🍀



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Graphics by Jake Cayanan

𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘀 𝘂𝗽 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲'𝘀 𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗴! ❤️

As we bid farewell to another memorable Valentine's Day, we're filled with gratitude for the love and support shown by the Louisian community.

Toti Marie's Booth was a hit, offering unique treasures and spreading smiles to all who stopped by. We extend our sincerest appreciation to all who visited our booth and supported our delicious treats. Your participation in the gaming fun and purchases of our bracelets, donuts, cookies, and brownies made the day even sweeter! 𝙐𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙡 𝙣𝙚𝙭𝙩 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚, 𝙢𝙖𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙞𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙪𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙪𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙩 𝙪𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙡!

🎉 Day 1 at Toti Marie's Store kicks off with a burst of energy! 🚀

But hold onto your hats because Day 2 is going to be even more spectacular! 💥 Don't miss out on our '𝘽𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙙 𝙂𝙤𝙤𝙙𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙃𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙀𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜' , '𝙁𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙎𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖 𝙒𝙚𝙙𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜' Charades, '𝙊𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨! 𝙊𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨! 𝙊𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨!' Quiz game! 🎬 Plus, don't forget to dazzle with stunning handcrafted accessories from 𝙅𝙖𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚’𝙨 𝙅𝙚𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙧𝙮! ✨

EKTITED NA TI TOTI MARIE TA DAY 2!💖




Caption by Daniella Tolete
Photos by Daniella Tolete

👯‍♀️HEY, STELLARS! Welcome to the TINDAHAN NI TOTI MARIE!👯‍♀️

Are your hearts ready to go 💓tugudug💓 this Valentine’s Day? Ours sure are! With the theme “Marry-tons of Love: The Four SiSTELLARS in Perfecto”, step into the world of the unforgettable Filipino movie Four Sisters and a Wedding with the Prime Movers Society’s Valentine’s booth this season of love!

You can never go wrong with a “Pabili po!” when it comes to 𝗧𝗼𝘁𝗶 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲’𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲, as we have so much to offer. Just like the classic sari-sari stores, a variety of sweets will be around for everyone to enjoy at our “𝘽𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙙 𝙂𝙤𝙤𝙙𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙃𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙮 𝙀𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜” sweet corner. Experience a blast to the past with our activities, too! Get ready to reminisce about the film through a game of “𝙁𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙎𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖 𝙒𝙚𝙙𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜” Charades, and channel your inner Teddie Salazar with our “𝙊𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨! 𝙊𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨! 𝙊𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨! Quiz game. That’s not even everything 👀 Prepare to bejewel yourself with handcrafted accessories from 𝙅𝙖𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚’𝙨 𝙅𝙚𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙧𝙮 ✨

What are you waiting for? Join Prime Mover’s Society’s Toti Marie’s Store this Valentine’s week as we celebrate love in all its different forms! Our beloved tindahan will be open from 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟭𝟮-𝟭𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, at 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗔.𝗠. to 𝟱:𝟬𝟬 𝗣.𝗠. on both days. We’ll see you at the fifth floor lobby of the Waldo Perfecto building!

Tindahan ni Toti Marie is now open for business!




Caption by Amber Fokno
Layout by Christian Dela Cruz

7 February 2024

Due to the earthquake occurrences and the possible aftershocks, the SLU Administration has decided to suspend classes in the Basic Education School (Preschool to High School) and Tertiary Levels from 1:00 p.m. onwards today.

Work in the University is suspended as well, except at the SLU Sacred Heart Medical Center, the SLU Sunflower Centennial Halfway Home for Boys, and the Residence Halls due to the exigencies of the services being rendered thereat.

Stay safe, Louisians!

- SLU Administration

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱!👨‍✈️

Congratulations to the newest addition in PriMoSo's central committee board!

We are immensely grateful for your display of willingness to share your skills, time, and effort for our organization. Surely, a smooth-sailing second semester for the Social Work Department awaits us all.

Together, let us make a more conducive and productive space for our fellow students. 💪🫂



Caption by Marian Chelsea Rabago
Layout by Gielean Leen Nicolei N. Del Castillo

𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗕𝗘𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗔 𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗧: 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗭𝗔𝗕𝗘𝗧𝗛 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗜𝗔

Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, also known as St. Elizabeth of Thuringia, lived in the 13th century and is recognized for her charitable works and devotion to serving the poor and sick. While she may not be traditionally considered a missionary in the sense of traveling to distant lands to spread religious beliefs, her life marked a mission of compassion and service to those in need.

St. Elizabeth was born into Hungarian royalty and married to Louis IV, Landgrave of Thuringia. Despite her noble status, she dedicated herself to helping the less fortunate. She used her resources to establish hospitals and orphanages, providing care for the sick and needy. Elizabeth embraced a life of personal sacrifice, living in simplicity and humility. She sold her luxurious possessions and used the proceeds to fund her charitable endeavors. By doing so, she exemplified a commitment to the Christian virtues of poverty and selflessness.

Her devotion to the sick was particularly notable. She often personally tended to those suffering from illnesses, going so far as to wash the feet of the frail and provide them with comfort and companionship. Her hands-on approach to caregiving demonstrated her genuine concern for the well-being of others. She even used her wealth to establish hospitals where the sick could receive medical attention and care. These institutions became centers of compassion and healing, embodying her commitment to others.

While St. Elizabeth of Hungary may not have traveled to foreign lands to spread Christianity, her missionary work was grounded in the teachings of love, compassion, and selfless service found in the Christian faith. Her legacy endures as a model of Christian charity and a testament to the transformative power of personal sacrifice for the well-being of others.

Written by Dejee Ann Velaque, 3rd Year BS Social Work Student

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𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 is an activity set to promote the connection between social work and religious mission. This manifests one of the four core values of Saint Louis University, which is imbued with Christian spirit. By highlighting the work of saints involved in Social Services, Praying Forward aims to inspire others to follow their example and actively participate in acts of service and compassion.

𝗔𝗻𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝘂𝗴𝗼𝗻 𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗴𝗮 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀? 🙋🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

Last November 24-25, 2023, we roamed around the campus to ask Louisians about their opinions on three major questions related to our 𝙉𝘾𝙈𝘾 2023 𝙁𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙁𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙜𝙚𝙨 theme, " "𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘯'𝘴 𝘞𝘦𝘭𝘧𝘢𝘳𝘦, 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘓𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴; 𝘌𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘑𝘰𝘺, 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘙𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴." 📣

Louisians bravely answered and expressed themselves by answering one of the following questions:

🌻 How would you motivate and inspire the younger generations to create a healthy and accepting community?

🌻 Do you think that the world today is a safe space for children to grow up in?

🌻 How would you define a space that can ensure the nourishment of children?

Louisians, we heard you! As the official organization of social work students, we envision our successful paths emanating, even in the academe, from the established tenets of our profession. Through our campaigns, we can provide more tangible and relevant means in empowering our academic communities and beyond about the prevalent battles of many sectors in our society. For children, we join the fight towards ensuring their holistic development! ✊🏼

Beyond this campaign, "𝘽𝙖𝙩𝙖, 𝙠𝙖𝙨𝙖𝙢𝙖 𝙢𝙤 𝙠𝙖𝙢𝙞 𝙨𝙖 𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙨𝙞𝙗𝙤𝙡 𝙢𝙤!" 🌻





Caption by Gielean Leen Nicolei N. Del Castillo
Layout by Daniella Andrei Tolete

📣 Attention, Ka-PriMoSo!

The Prime Movers Society invites dedicated students to apply for committee positions for the upcoming second semester. As we initiate organizational efforts to inspire change and foster growth, we are seeking passionate leaders who are committed to making a lasting difference.

If you possess a strong sense of responsibility, excellent organizational skills, and a genuine passion for driving positive change, we encourage you to be part of our committees. Here are the committees open for application:

📍Suggestions and Grievances
📍Budget and Appropriations
📍Public Relations
📍Research and Information
📍Outreach
📍Welfare and Development.

𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙?

Take the first step by submitting your committee application from January 15 to 20, 2024.

Application Form:
https://bit.ly/PriMoSoApplicationForm

Google Form:
https://bit.ly/PriMoSoCommitteeRecruitment2023

Together, let's create a semester filled with purpose, growth, and collective achievements. Apply now!




Caption by Niña Theresa Laud
Layout by Gielean Leen Nicolei Del Castillo

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝘄𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱! 👶🧒👦👧🧑

In the heart of the National Children's Month Celebration 2023, the Prime Movers Society joined the nationwide activities, bringing the voice of every advocate for children's welfare to the university through 𝙉𝘾𝙈𝘾 2023 𝙁𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙁𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙜𝙚𝙨: "𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘯'𝘴 𝘞𝘦𝘭𝘧𝘢𝘳𝘦, 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘓𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴; 𝘌𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘑𝘰𝘺, 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘙𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴." ✨️

As future social workers, we commit ourselves to ensuring a progressive collective narrative that protects and promotes children's rights and welfare, molding communities toward an inclusive future for every child.

We extend our utmost gratitude to all Louisians who expressed their sentiments on the social realities that affect children at present through our project, 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙚!, with the theme, "𝘙𝘪𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘌𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵: 𝘚𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘈𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘉𝘪𝘨 𝘐𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵" campaigning with the official hashtag #𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗜𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗞𝗮. Indeed, with our one voice, we manifest in our actions daily our unified call, "𝘽𝙖𝙩𝙖, 𝙠𝙖𝙨𝙖𝙢𝙖 𝙢𝙤 𝙠𝙖𝙢𝙞 𝙨𝙖 𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙨𝙞𝙗𝙤𝙡 𝙢𝙤!" 🌻

We also thank all virtual participants of our webinar on the 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗟𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 last December 4, 2023, lectured by Mr. Eric Pinmangen, RSW. To more inclusive spaces to openly share our knowledge with each other. May we continue being agents of change for children beyond campaigns and celebrations. 📣

𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗯𝗲 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿! ✊🏼





Layout and Caption by Gielean Leen Nicolei N. Del Castillo

Remember what happened at 𝕻𝖎𝖝𝖎𝖊 𝕸𝖎𝖗𝖆𝖈𝖑𝖊 𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖙𝖎𝖔𝖓? ‘Cause we do! 🧚🏻‍♀️

Let's revisit the memories that defined the unforgettable university week, where knowledge and fun collided. With the shower of pixie dust, we were able to give you sweetness 🍩, challenges 🧠, and the power to strengthen friendship 🪢 ! And because of you, the Pixie Miracle Station came to life ✨

Thank you, Ka-PriMoSo for joining our fanDUSTical-filled station during SLU University Week last November 28-30, 2023! ‘Til our next magical encounter! 🪄




Caption by Daniella Tolete
Layout by Gielean Del Castillo

✨️ Happy New Year, Ka-PriMoSo! ✨️

We hope you're all well-rested from the holiday break, and ready to take on a fresh start this semester!

The Prime Movers Society is ecstatic to be back and working with you, and we hope you are too. With a new term comes new adventures, so let's make this a semester to remember!

So, Ka-PriMoSo, here we go again! Let's embrace all the knowledge and experiences we're about to face, and let's do it all together 🫶.

See you in the halls of Perfecto!




Caption by Amber Fokno
Layout by Daniella Tolete

𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗕𝗔𝗚𝗢𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗔𝗢𝗡, 𝗞𝗔-𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗠𝗢𝗦𝗢! 🎆

As we stand on the threshold of 2024, let's carry the lessons and scars of 2023 with grace. Life has a way of teaching us, sometimes through tears, but with every dawn comes the promise of a new beginning. Embrace the unknown with courage, for within the challenges lie the seeds of growth. 🫂

May this New Year be a journey of 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺, and 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦. In the tapestry of time, let our stories be woven with threads of compassion, strength, and unwavering hope. Cheers to a year where we rise from the ashes, stronger and more compassionate than ever. Here's to embracing the beauty in the broken and finding strength in our vulnerabilities. Wishing you a New Year filled with love, growth, and the courage to chase your dreams. 🥂



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Layout by Gielean Del Castillo

[SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS’ MANIFESTO OF UNITY AGAINST JEEPNEY PHASEOUT]

Sa hinaba-haba ng biyahe ng mga tradisyunal na dyip sa Pilipinas, ilang estudyante na ang nahatid ng mga ito sa paaralan, ilang bagong graduate na ang nahatid sa testing centers, at ilang mga dating estudyante na ang nahatid sa unang araw sa trabaho. Sa hinaba-haba ng biyahe ng mga tradisyunal na dyip sa Pilipinas, pilit na pinapatay ng administrasyong Marcos ang makinang bumubuhay at nagpapakain sa libo-libong mga pamilya. Walang dudang huwad ang modernisasyon kung maraming maiiwan at mawawalan ng pangkabuhayan.

Sa pagpha-phase out ng gobyerno sa mga Public Utility Vehicles, 200,000 tsuper at operator ang matatanggalan ng pangkabuhayan. Ang gobyerno mismong naatasang magbigay ng magandang buhay sa bawat Pilipino ang kikitil sa kabuhayan ng libo-libong mamamayan at magpapahirap sa pang-araw-araw na buhay ng mga Pilipinong komyuter.

Kaisa ang mga organisasyon ng mga estudyante sa Pamantasan ng San Luis sa panawagan ng mga tsuper, operator, at mga komyuter laban sa hindi makataong PUV Modernization Program. Tinatawag ng konseho ang bawat Luwisyano na ipakita ang pakiisa sa hanay ng mga tsuper at operator na nakikipaglaban para sa kanilang kabuhayan. Ipakita natin ang nagkakaisang lakas ng mga Luwisyano sa pamamagitan ng pag-abot sa mga kakilala at kaibigan tungkol sa Jeepney Phaseout, pagsali sa mga mobilisasyon, at pagbibigay ng tulong sa mga tsuper at operator sa pamamagitan ng mga donation channels.

Bukas ang donation channel ng SLU Supreme Student Council para sa mga nais magbahagi ng tulong sa ating Jeepney Drivers and Operators.

0919 844 8580
KA*E KR******* T.

SA MASA ANG KALSADA! SA LABAN NG MGA TSUPER, OPERATOR, AT KOMYUTER, LUWISYANO, KASAMA KA!