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𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝘽𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙘 𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝘾𝙪𝙡𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝-𝙇𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙉𝙪𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝 𝘼𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨
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‎The Cebu Eastern College (CEC) Basic Education Department held its Nutrition Month 2026 culminating program on July 28 at the Auditorium, wrapping up a month-long series of activities with a ceremony that celebrated learners' participation, promoted healthy eating habits, and reinforced the value of nutritional wellness across the school community.
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‎Correspondent: Jhea Mae Galgo | ZonE-23
‎Photojournalist: Prince Jade Rodrigo

𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧

The following students are hereby requested to report to the Office of the Academic Head at the earliest possible time:

• Abellare, Gabriel
• Cabuntagon, Reynard
• Datumanong, Sherly
• Garcing, Martin
• Penaflor, Ais

Your immediate compliance is highly appreciated. Thank you.

𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧

Please be informed that 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, all enrolled Senior High School and College students are required to wear the prescribed 𝗖𝗘𝗖 𝗯𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

Students who do not yet have their uniforms are advised to purchase them 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 at the 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿, located beside the Research Office on the Ground Floor of the CEC Main Campus.

The “𝗡𝗢 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠, 𝗡𝗢 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗬” policy will be strictly implemented.

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𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝘾𝙀𝘾 𝘾𝙄𝙋 𝙇𝙖𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙨 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝𝙡𝙮 𝘾𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙂𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝘾𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙞𝙜𝙣

The Cebu Eastern College (CEC) Community Involvement Program (CIP) successfully conducted its first Monthly Clean and Green Campaign, marking the launch of its monthly initiative to be held every last Monday from July to October 2026. The campaign promotes environmental awareness, proper waste management, and the practice of Clean As You Go (CLAYGO) and waste segregation to help maintain a clean, healthy, and safe campus environment.

Led by CIP Coordinator Ms. Mae Ann A. Bocado, CIP officers and members visited college classrooms to share reminders on cleanliness, environmental responsibility, and proper waste disposal. The brief room-to-room campaign encouraged students to take an active role in keeping the campus clean and green.

Correspondent: Kenth Carlo Timan | ZonE-23
Photojournalist: Buddy Torralba

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝙉𝙍𝙊𝙏𝘾 𝘾𝙤𝙤𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨 𝙑𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙩 𝘾𝙀𝘾 𝘿𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙗𝙖𝙩 𝙂𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝘾𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙩𝙨
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‎As the Military Science 3 (MS3) Mandatory In-House Training continues its 15-day run at the CTU-Carmen Campus, the Cebu Eastern College (CEC) delegation received a morale-boosting visit from their NSTP and NROTC coordinators, who personally delivered essential combat gear to the eight BS Criminology students currently undergoing the rigorous training.
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‎On July 24, 2026, Ms. Marilou M. Moreno (NSTP Coordinator), Mr. John France Estender (NROTC Coordinator), and Mr. Christopher V. Custodio (Asst. NROTC Coordinator) made their way to the training site to check on the welfare of their contingent. The visit aimed to ensure that the eight representatives from CEC were adapting well to the demanding schedule and military environment under the supervision of the Philippine Navy.
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‎During the visit, the coordinators distributed free combat shoes, Botak shoes, socks, and slippers to each of the eight cadet officers. The provision of the gear was intended to support the students' training needs and to boost their morale as they undergo the intensive program alongside advance ROTC officers from various schools and higher education institutions across the Cebu region.
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‎Correspondent: Federico Napiñas | ZonE-23
‎Photos courtesy of Atalaya Publication

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝙎𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙙, 𝟰𝘁𝗵-𝙔𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙃𝙈 𝙎𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙙 𝙏𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙩-𝙪𝙥 𝘿𝙚𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣
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‎Fourth-year Hospital Management students showcased their banquet and dining service proficiency during a Practical Demonstration on Table Set-up held on July 24 and 25, 2026, at the Banquet Hall, with instructor Mr. Jabes Tomilba serving as facilitator.
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‎Correspondent: Jhea Mae Galgo | ZonE-23
‎Photojournalist: Gary Benz Victor Lim

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝙄𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙚, 𝙇𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙤 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙮𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙨 𝘾𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙝 𝙞𝙣 𝙎𝙎𝙂 𝙈𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘿𝙚 𝘼𝙫𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚
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‎The Senior High School (SHS) held its Miting De Avance for the Supreme Student Government (SSG) elections on July 24, 2026, at the CEC - Auditorium, with the Ignite and Lambo partylists presenting their platforms and engaging in a debate before the student body.
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‎During the debate, presidential and vice-presidential candidates fielded questions from a panel and defended their positions on key campus issues, including student welfare, academic support, and campus facilities. The open forum allowed students to directly raise concerns with the candidates.
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‎The SSG elections are scheduled for July 27, 2026, Monday.
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‎Correspondent: Camille Faith Orias | Probationary
‎Photojournalist: Kevin Cabungcag | Probationary

𝗪𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵
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‎And that is exactly what we are.
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‎Not because we asked to be. Not because we wanted the responsibility. But because someone has to see what others refuse to look at. Someone has to name what others pretend isn't there.
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‎On July 25, we remember why we climb this tower. Not for recognition. Not for bylines. But because the view from up here is clear: press freedom is not free. It never was.
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‎We've seen what happens when no one is watching. The lies get comfortable. The powerful stop answering. The truth becomes whatever they say it is.
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‎Not on our watch.
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‎We are still here. We are still watching. We are still writing.
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‎And we will never look away.
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‎Words by Jhea Mae Galgo
‎Graphic Manipulation by Angelyka Brañanola

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝘾𝙏𝙀 𝙆𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝟰𝟯𝟵 𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙨 '𝙊𝙣𝙚' 𝙞𝙣 𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙡𝙚 𝙇𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙋𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙮
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‎The College of Teacher Education (CTE) marked a significant milestone as four hundred thirty-nine (439) aspiring educators took part in the 6th Candle Lighting and Pinning Ceremony at the CEC Upper Gymnasium, themed "We Are Many, Kindled as One, Destined for Infinite Horizons."
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‎Assistant Director for Business Affairs Mr. Johnny Lee Sy opened the ceremony with a message emphasizing the vital role of educators in shaping future generations.
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‎Prof. Charmaine T. Candia led the Candle Lighting Ceremony, symbolizing the light of knowledge and passion that future teachers will carry into their profession.
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‎Ms. Mariell Q. Carosus, Junior Liaison Officer, introduced the candidates, comprising 195 Bachelor of Elementary Education and 235 Bachelor of Secondary Education students, who were formally recognized through the Pinning Ceremony.
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‎CTE Instructor Mr. Harlly L. Dionela, conducted the Pledge of Commitment, where the interns affirmed their dedication to integrity, compassion, and excellence.
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‎In her closing remarks, Ms. Clare Malabago offered words of encouragement: "Today, you may wear a pin, but tomorrow, you will carry a great responsibility.”
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‎Correspondent: Aricia Yana | ZonE-23
Photojournalist: Celine Mae Gaudicos, Aricia Yana

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝙃𝙏𝙈 𝘿𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙃𝙤𝙡𝙙𝙨 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙃𝙏𝙈 𝙎𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨
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‎The Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) Department conducted its annual Leadership Training Seminar on July 24, 2026, at the Audio Visual Room (AVR). The session, themed "Leading with Purpose, Serving with Integrity," formed part of the LEAD program and focused on communication, teamwork, organizational management, and ethical decision-making.
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‎Resource speaker Terolio "Troy" Bacalso Jr. emphasized that leaders must communicate clearly, listen actively, and stand up for their members. He stressed the importance of exercising authority with purpose—not blurring the line between leader and member, nor bossing people around, but providing firm direction that makes members feel safe and supported.
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‎The seminar also included a brief turnover and oath-taking for the incoming council, who will assume their roles immediately for the upcoming academic year.
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‎Correspondent: Stephanie Claire Cañete | Probationary
‎Photojournalist: Celine Mae Gaudicos, Eriqa Conie Lazarte