USA Publications

𝗦𝗲𝗻. 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀, 𝗶𝗯𝗮 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗲𝗸𝘁𝗼𝗿, 𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗸𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘆-𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘆

"Pantay na pagtrato sa lahat ng aspeto ng pamumuhay bilang tao."

Ito ang mga katagang iniwan ni Senator Risa Hontiveros, chairperson ng Senate Committee on Women, Children, Family Relations, and Gender Equality, sa kaniyang pagdalo sa “In Ko Di?: Creating Inclusive Universities," na ginanap sa West Visayas State University (WVSU) Cultural Center, Setyembre 8.

Sa pangunguna ng WVSU Drag Community, nagtipon-tipon ang mga mag-aaral mula sa sari-saring organisayon at unibersidad, kasama ang mga kinatawan ng iba't ibang sektor upang talakayin ang napapanahong mga isyu, kabilang na ang patuloy na panawagan ng komunidad ng LGBTQIA+ at mga 'marginalized' na grupo para sa mas inklusibo at pantay-pantay na lipunan.

"Batid ko na maraming [...] stigma at diskriminasyon lalo na sa mga miyembro ng LGBTQIA+ community na nangyayari kahit sa loob ng mga eskwelahan, pero sa kabila ng lahat ng ito, nagpapatuloy tayo. [...] Tulad ng mga bituin ng inyong mga 'cellphone' kanina noong pumasok ako, that better future is possible—where each of our existence is accepted and embraced unconditionally," saad ni Hontiveros sa kaniyang keynote speech.

Samantala, tinalakay naman ni Anna Razel Ramirez, lider ng proyekto ng Cultural Mapping ng Panay at Guimaras, ang sitwasyon ng mga Indigenous Peoples (IPs) at ang kahalagahan ng kanilang kultura at salinlahi sa komunidad.

"[IPs] should be given platforms and spaces to show and wear their identities. [...] Our Indigenous community need us," ani ni Ramirez.

Dagdag pa rito, binahagi naman ni Knuehlvirn Hautea ang kaniyang karanasan bilang isang "Person with Special Needs," at hinimok ang mga tagapakinig para sa pantay-pantay na pagkakataon sa edukasyon at pagkakaroon ng tamang pag-uugali sa pakikitungo sa mga taong may kapansanan.

(JRD/ET/AKL/PT/USA Pub)

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆

Highlighting resilience through knowledge, International Literacy Day is celebrated globally to underscore the importance of literacy and education in individual and societal development, September 8.

International Literacy Day was declared by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on 26 October 1966 at the 14th session of UNESCO's General Conference and was celebrated for the first time in 1967.

This year’s International Literacy Day will address the challenges of literacy within multilingual settings as a means to foster lasting peace with the theme, “Promoting Multilingual Education: Literacy for Mutual Understanding and Peace.”

One hundred thirty-nine Augustinian Bar takers are set to partake in the first day of the Bar Examinations, Central Philippine University, Iloilo City, September 8.

The first day of the examinations will cover Political and Public International Law, and Commercial and Taxation Laws.

Furthermore, for this year's exam, the examinees will use 'Examplify,' a computer-based program installed on their laptops which should be run through Windows or macOS only.

(MG/SRF/PT/USAPub)

𝗨𝗦𝗔-𝗖𝗢𝗟 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀

As the pressure mounts for aspiring Augustinian lawyers taking the Bar Examination tomorrow, the University of San Agustin-College of Law (USA-COL) offered solace and support through a Eucharistic Mass organized by the USA Bar Operations, at the USA Adoration Chapel, September 7.

Bar takers, along with their families, fellow students, faculty, and staff, gathered to attend the mass, praying for the success of the examinees.

“As you take the exam, remember God has chosen you to [be] an instrument of justice and mercy [...]. Trust in God who opened the ears of the deaf and made the mute speak to guide you. [...] Do not fear, and go forward with faith and believe that God is with you every step of the way,” said Rev. Fr. Jessie Tabobo, O.S.A., who presided over the mass with co-celebrant Rev. Fr. Victor Emmanuel Pendon, Procurator of Saint Vincent Ferrer Seminary, Archdiocese of Jaro.

Moreover, Atty. Jose Mari Benjamin Francisco U. Tirol, Dean of the COL, mentioned that Rev. Fr. Tabobo is the first Augustinian Civil Law Attorney of the Order of Saint Augustine (O.S.A.) in the Philippines, also noting that Rev. Fr. Pendon is a freshman of the department.

"[...] it is very human and very normal to feel nervousness and uncertainty, but it is also very human to push ahead, not just because of the sacrifices and investments [...] that you have made to bring you where you are, but also because if you are to become lawyers, you should not shirk at the first sign of insecurity. You push on,” remarked Tirol.

(MCFS/ET/MJQ/DMT/USAPub)

𝗣𝗔𝗔𝗦𝗖𝗨 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗨𝗦𝗔-𝗝𝗛𝗦 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟮 𝗿𝗲-𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

The Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU) has granted the University of San Agustin Junior High School Program of the Basic Education Department (BED) a Level 2 re-accreditation for 5 years.

PAASCU assists member schools in enhancing the quality of education through continual accreditation, which involves the entire school community through self-evaluation by the institution and external peer assessments.

"This achievement reflects our steadfast commitment to excellence in education and the dedication of your faculty, students, and staff. Here’s to many more years of inspiring young minds and fostering a love for learning!" stated the University of San Agustin-Iloilo in their official page.

𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗸𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁. 𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲

The University of San Agustin (USA) Campus Ministry officially started the celebration in preparation for the Feast of St. Nicholas of Tolentine, USA Main Chapel, September 7.

The Triduum Masses will continue until the Feast Day of St. Nicholas of Tolentine, the patron of all the souls in purgatory, on September 10.

"Fear could be because of two things. One is that we are afraid of the unknown and uncertainty, and second is due to sin and guilt wherein both of these instances we are afraid that we may hurt someone," said Rev. Fr. Aimark Asor, O.S.A., who presided over the mass.

(LJC/PMT/USAPub)

𝗚𝘂𝗼 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗱𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀

Following her arrest in Jakarta, Indonesia last September 4, dismissed Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo has now been handed over to the Philippine authorities, September 5.

Guo, accompanied by Interior and Local Government Secretary Benhur Abalos and Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief General Rommel Francisco Marbil, arrived in the Philippines today, September 6, at around 1:30 AM.

“Ang importante ay ito na, nakuha na natin si Alice Guo at maiuwi na natin sa Pilipinas,” stated Abalos.

Moreover, Guo reportedly expressed happiness during her surrender to the Indonesian government and media interrogation, stating that she was doing "good."

Guo will be attending the Senate hearing on Monday, September 9, after Capas, Tarlac RTC Branch 109 granted the request of Senator Risa Hontiveros.

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆

September 5 marks the celebration of International Charity Day, declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012 to encourage people around the world to engage in volunteerism and philanthropic activities for the benefit of the less fortunate.

September 5 was chosen to commemorate the death anniversary of Mother Teresa of Calcutta, a missionary nun, and “the saint of the gutters” who devoted her life to caring for the sick and poor.

May this celebration inspire us and touch our hearts to show compassion and perform acts of charity within our community, especially the needy.

(RJC/LT/KCT/ADT/USAPub)

𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

The University of San Agustin (USA) Campus Ministry spearheaded the celebration of the Feast of Our Lady of Consolation, USA Main Chapel, September 4.

The Augustinian Order has practiced and propagated the devotion to Our Lady of Consolation, also known as Our Lady of the Cincture, since the 17th century.

“By her sorrow, [Mary] is united with Jesus, and through this spirit, she becomes a vessel of consolation, of comfort. Just as she consoled Jesus with her steadfast love, with His presence, she now consoles us here in our sufferings, offering her maternal care,” said Rev. Fr. Jessie T. Tabobo, O.S.A., in his homily.

(KPD/ET/AQM/PT/USAPub)

𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗶𝘇𝗲𝘀 𝗚𝘂𝗼

After her alleged almost two-month escape from the Philippines, former Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo was arrested by the Indonesian Police in Tangerang City, Banten, Indonesia, September 4.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) quoted Senior Superintendent Audie Latuheru of the Indonesian Police regarding Guo’s apprehension, with the statement further indicating that Guo is under the custody of the Indonesian Police at Jatanras Mabes Polri.

"The arrest of Alice Guo is a testament to the tireless efforts of our law enforcement agencies and the strength of international cooperation in bringing fugitives to justice. We will ensure that all legal processes are followed to hold her accountable for any crimes committed,” said Justice Secretary Boying Remulla in a statement.

Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco and the Indonesian immigration authorities plan to expedite Guo's return to the Philippines.

𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗣𝘀

In true Augustinian spirit, officers of the Junior Diplomats Corps and USA Political Science Society Organization, along with faculty members of the College of Liberal Arts, Sciences and Education (CLASE), conducted an outreach program for the residents of Camanggahan Indigenous Peoples (IPs) Community, at Guimbal, Iloilo, August 31.

In collaboration with the Social Advocacy and Community Engagement Office (SACEO), Augustinian Formation and Mission Advocacy Committee of the USA Student Government, and CAS officers, together with faculty members Prof. Ralph Angelo Misola, Atty. Jamaica Molaga, Prof. James Mozart Amsua, Atty. Noel Since, and SACEO Director Maria Cristy Daguay, CLASE distributed school supplies in preparation for the beginning of the academic year 2024-2025 to 41 IP students from grades one to six, alongside engaging them in activities such as origami making, games, zumba, and writing reflections of hopes and dreams of Ati teenagers.

Moreover, Prof. Amsua, CLASE Community Engagement Project Manager, viewed this activity as an avenue to "encourage all the departments of the college to make more initiatives for the community and share their expertise in the form of community engagement and service."

(FTD/PMT/USA Pub)

𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗮ñ𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟯 𝗮𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗼

Through Proclamation No. 678, Malacañang has declared September 3 as a day of national mourning in commemoration of Gawad Manlilikha ng Bayan awardee Federico Caballero's death last August 17.

To celebrate his heritage and memory, Panay Bukidnon rituals will be performed from September 1 until his state funeral scheduled at nine in the morning of September 3 in Calinog's town proper before Caballero is laid to rest in Garangan in his family cemetery.

Caballero was honored as a Gawad Manlilikha ng Bayan in 2000 as he preserved the Panay Bukidnon oral traditions by compiling his works in the book 'Suguidanin' published by the University of the Philippines Press.

𝗨𝗦𝗔 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗺 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗕 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗻-𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗺𝘀

The University of San Agustin (USA) Film Society, together with the Augustinian Communicators' Guild, held its film screening event, "Summer Archive: An AB Communication Film Showing," at Cinematheque Centre Iloilo, August 31.

The event showcased eight films produced by AB Communication students such as “The Awkward Conversation,” “Parallel Horizons,” “Vanishing Trails,” “The Late Margaret Yuson,” “Bukas Nalang,” “Is Love Just a Concept,” “Handom," and "Saot Ta?"

“The process of bringing stories into films is very challenging from the pre-production to post-production, which includes searching for alumni, writing our screenplay, casting the actors who can be the best fit to our characters, our filming, and the most crucial when it comes to the production of a film is during the editing," said Hannah Tanaleon, president of Augustinian Communicators’ Guild.

(RAD/DMT/USAPub)

Through Memorandum No. 50, s.o. 2024, University of San Agustin-Iloilo has declared the suspension of face-to-face classes in all levels from one o'clock in the afternoon following the announcement of the Iloilo City Government, September 2.

This is due to rainshowers, thunderstorms, expected strong winds in coastal barangays, and possible flooding in low-lying areas brought by Tropical Storm 'Enteng,' as stated in an advisory by Iloilo City Emergency Operations Center.

Furthermore, classes in elementary and junior high school will be asynchronous or modular, while classes in senior high school, college, and graduate studies will shift to online.

𝗚𝗠𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗨𝗦𝗔-𝗜𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗼, 𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀, 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗮: 𝗞𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀

In line with the celebration of National Press Freedom Day, the University of San Agustin-Iloilo, along with nearly 60 major Philippine academic institutions, organizations, and social media platforms, signed the covenant for GMA Network's Panata: Kontra Fake News, an advocacy to combat the rampant fake news and disinformation.

"Because of the increasing and wide proliferation of fake news, including the so-called deep fakes, in all media platforms, we thought of organizing a group composed of those who can directly and indirectly help to fight fake news," stated GMA Network Chairman Atty. Felipe L. Gozon.

Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Chairman George Garcia further recognized GMA Network's initiative as a significant boost in the upcoming midterm elections on May 2025.

𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵

Every September, the Philippines celebrates National Peace Consciousness Month to instill the importance of commitment to the comprehensive peace process.

Established through Proclamation No. 675 in 2004, this month-long observance encourages awareness among Filipinos on the significance of the principles of tolerance, reconciliation, and nonviolence in promoting peace within the community.

National Peace Consciousness Month also underscores the government’s dedication to fostering a culture of peace through its practices and policies.

(CAJ/LT/CEJ/ADT/USAPub)

𝗖𝗡𝗡𝗗 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰

The University of San Agustin-College of Nursing, Nutrition and Dietetics (USA-CNND) held this year's acquaintance party, “Into the Gamboaverse: Akwe 2024,” at the USA Gymnasium, August 30.

Spearheaded by the USA Nursing Student Council (NSC), the event featured the NND Got Talent and NND Icon segments—highlighting a night of glamour, talent, and unforgettable memories.

"[...] Cheers were through the roof [and] everyone was dancing along to the performances. It radiated an immense amount of love, and it really seemed like someone opened the floodgates of passion in Gamboa," stated Dennisse Kyle Jamolo, a second-year BS Nursing student.

In addition, the fourth season of NND Got Talent allowed students to showcase their talent in dancing, with the Batch Auxilius (BSN Level 4) bagging the champion title with their rendition of K-Pop group BLACKPINK’s popular choreography.

On the other hand, John Lorenz Nones and Hazel Anne Carmona, both students from Batch Illustris (BSN Level 3), were able to take home the Mr. and Ms. NND Icon 2024 titles, while also obtaining various special awards from the event.

(CAJ/LT/AQM/PT/USAPub)

𝗨𝗦𝗔 𝗣𝘂𝗯 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁

The Editorial Board of the University of San Agustin (USA) Publications for Academic Year 2024-2025 held an official courtesy call with the University President, Rev. Fr. Arnel S. Dizon, O.S.A., August 27.

Reflecting on his experience as a journalist, Fr. Dizon highlighted the crucial role of dialogue within the university and emphasized the virtue of truthfulness in an era increasingly plagued by false information.

Moreover, he commended the dedication of the USA Publications staff over the years and challenged the current editorial team to always maintain the highest standards of journalism.

(USA Publications would like to express our gratitude to Rev. Fr. Dizon for his invaluable support, as the organization earnestly commits to responsive, developmental, and research-based journalism.)

(KTG/LT/MJQ/DMT/USAPub)

𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆𝗼 𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿

Sini nga bulan sang Agosto, ginaselebrar ang ika-96th nga anibersaryo sang Augustinian Mirror, ang opisyal nga magasin sang USA Publications.

Ang The Augustinian Mirror nag-umpisa bilang 8 ka pahina nga magasin sang tuig 1928, kag padayon nga nagasirkular asta subong.

Ang ini nga anibersaryo naga marka sang 96 ka tuig nga pag-amlig kag pag serbisyo sang USA Publications, sa paghatag sang madasig, dekalidad, kag masaligan nga mga istorya kag balita.

(JKB/CAT/USA Pub)

𝗨𝗦𝗔 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁

Augustinian faculty and students, along with guests, came to celebrate the Mass of the Holy Spirit and the installation of the university president in various locations across the university, August 30.

Reverend Father Arnel S. Dizon, O.S.A. was inaugurated as the ninth president of the University of San Agustin-Iloilo, with Rev. Fr. Nestor B. Bandalan Jr., O.S.A., Provincial Secretary of the OSA Cebu Province, who presented and led the oath-taking ceremony.

"Today we are reminded that we stand on the shoulders of these friar administrators for their hard work, struggles, and sacrifices. We will always be grateful to all the men and women of the past up until the present age who dedicate their time, knowledge, and other resources [...]," said Fr. Dizon during his inaugural speech.

In addition, former University President Fr. Frederick Comendador, O.S.A. expressed his sincere gratitude to the faculty, personnel, and student leaders who have served the university during his 12-year term and wished success to the new administration during the symbolic turnover of responsibility.

(LJC/PMT/AQM/SRF/KMS/PT/EM/MJQ/DMT/USAPub)

𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘄𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘀 𝘂𝗽 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗯𝗶-𝗮𝗯𝗶 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰

Feast day of St. Augustine celebration at the University of San Agustin (USA) concluded with Praise and Worship for the Lord, USA Gymnasium, August 28.

Led by Youth for Christ and Couples for Christ worship leaders, the gymnasium was transformed into a luminous sanctuary of faith and communal devotion as the crowd sang worship songs with fervor including "You are King," "Our God He Reigns," "What a Beautiful Name," "Home," "Nothing is Impossible," and "One Way."

“Tonight, this very moment, we should offer to God our prayers [...] My dear friends, God’s love is free, total, faithful, and fruitful. It is the kind of love that all of us need and are looking for. This is true love, found in the cross—a love that Jesus offers to us daily and freely,” stated Gian Leandro N. Macatangay, a Couples for Christ full-time missionary.

(KTG/LT/SRF/EMM/PT/USAPub)

𝗕𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲

The University of San Agustin (USA) Gymnasium became a sacred space for reflection and renewal as Bishop Emeritus, Diocese of Sorsogon, Most Rev. Arturo M. Bastes, SVD, DD led a Cassiciacum Prayer Dialogue, August 28.

The liturgical event gathered junior high school students, senior high school students, freshmen, Student Government Officers, and Augustinian Youth Organizations for a moment of deep spiritual engagement, grounding the participants in the teachings of the Gospel and providing them with an opportunity for discussion.

"This is not a rare problem; this is the real problem. Family should be one—family time should be important," Bishop Bastes said, highlighting the importance of familial bonds and spiritual solidarity.

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𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝘁. 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲'𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆

The University of San Agustin's Campus Ministry hosted the Augustinian Youth Forum, focusing on the theme "St. Augustine: A Gift to the Church," where junior high school, senior high school, and freshman students explored his teachings on charity, truth, and unity and their relevance in today's world, at the USA grounds, August 28.

The forum was held simultaneously across multiple venues on campus, each designated for specific student groups, featuring lectures, open forums, and sharing sessions tailored to the attendees.

“ […] Our institution's aim is to build men of truth, charity, and unity. Be inspired by St. Augustine as you study, know St. Augustine, and be restless. [...] continue to be restless, to seek these virtues, especially in our society that has been broken,” stated Rev. Fr. Joshua O. Artates, LPT, Archdiocese of Capiz and faculty member of Center for Religious Studies.

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𝗨𝗦𝗔 𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗵𝗶𝘄𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗶-𝗮𝗯𝗶 𝗸𝗮𝗴 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘂-𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗼

Kaupod sang selebrasyon sa kapiyestahan ni San Agustin, nagtililipon ang mga Agustino para sa Pang abi-abi kag Salu-Salo, Agosto 28.

Ini nga pang abi-abi, may tumuluron nga magpalambo sang pag-abyanay sang kada isa ka estudyante, kag magtudlo sang bilihanan nga Unitas, Caritas kag Veritas sa mga bag-o nga estudyante sang unibersidad.

"As we celebrate the feast day of our holy father St. Augustine, we are reminded of the concept and of the beauty of a community [...] And as members of this community, we are reminded of our interconnectedness with one another. In other words, we do not only care for our own interests, but also we look into the benefit of the entire community," suno kay Rev. Fr. Arnel S. Dizon, OSA, University President.

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𝗨𝗦𝗔 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝘁. 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲’𝘀 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘆

The University of San Agustin-Iloilo conducted solemn festivities around the campus in celebration of Saint Augustine's Feast Day, August 28.

The day commenced with a floral offering led by Augustinian friars, followed by a procession from the San Agustin Plaza to the USA Gymnasium, and a mass commemorated by Bishop Emeritus, Diocese of Sorsogon, Most Rev. Arturo M. Bastes, SVD, DD.

"May the feast today of Saint Augustine be a start for many of you to have a conversion, as Saint Augustine was converted, [...] and once converted, never, never go back to a life of vices," said Most Rev. Bastes in his homily.

Moreover, the day was marked by formation activities such as the Augustinian Youth Forum, Cassiciacum Prayer Dialogue, and Praise and Worship.

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𝗨𝗦𝗔-𝗟𝗥𝗖 𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿

Kaupod ang nasari-sari nga mga "book sellers," ang University of San Agustin - Learning Resource Center (USA-LRC), nagpatigayon sang isa ka Book Fair sa Chapel Library Building, Mentrida Hall, Agosto 27-29.

Suno kay Rhea L. Espina, RL, MSLIS, Direktor sang USA-LRC, naga tinghua ang nasambit nga book fair para magdugang sa mga kilanlanon nga libro sang mga faculty kag estudyante sang unibersidad.

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