Brokenshire College Psychology Society

𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗔𝗣 || 𝗦𝗔𝗦𝗘 × 𝗦𝗕𝗜𝗦𝗠 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗘 𝗔𝗖𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗬

On August 13, 2026, students from the School of Arts and Sciences and Education (SASE) and the School of Business, Information Science, and Management (SBISM) gathered together at the Robert Black Amphitheater for a night packed with nostalgia, fashion, fun, and unforgettable moments!

Stepping into the RETROVERSE, students brought the Y2K era to life with bold fits, chrome-inspired aesthetics, exciting activities, and energetic performances that captured the fun and vibrant spirit of the early 2000s.

Our Psychology Freshies also took the spotlight, bringing their enthusiasm and creativity to the celebration through fun and lively performance that showcased their talent, confidence, and team spirit.

The night also had a special highlight for our 3rd Year Psychology students, who proudly bagged the Y2K Squad Special Award for serving an iconic throwback look and bringing the ultimate Y2K energy to the party that truly made them stand out! 💚✨

To the people behind this event, congratulations on the success of RETROVERSE 2026!

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PHOTOS BY :

Bleesy Pagacpac, Reth Asejo, Eularey Feliciano
𝘔𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘢 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘦

LESS THAN 24 HOURS UNTIL THE MATRIX CRASHES. ⏳✨

The simulation is breaking and the timeline is officially resetting. SBISM × SASE are joining forces to take over the 𝔯𝔢𝔱𝔯𝔬𝔳𝔢𝔯𝔰𝔢.

Forget the present, we’re violently reclaiming peak Y2K energy. Lock in your fit with heavy black, raw denim, toxic green, and liquid chrome. Bring maximum aura or stay home.

THE VIBE CHECK:

Cyber star motifs & glitched disco frequencies 👾

Industrial chains & heavy hardware ⛓️

Pure, unfiltered Y2K anthems on blast 💿

Two worlds. One unstoppable portal. Disconnect from reality and witness the takeover.

📍 Where: Robert Black Amphitheater

⏰ When: August 13, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐌𝐚’𝐚𝐦 𝐉𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲! 💚🎂

To our ever-supportive SASE Secretary, happiest birthday! Thank you for your dedication, kindness, and unwavering support for the Psychology community. Your efforts and willingness to help never go unnoticed.

May your kindness continue to inspire others, and may you be blessed with more happiness, success, good health, and wonderful opportunities. May you continue to shine and make a positive difference wherever you go. ✨

Enjoy your special day, Ma’am Jeanine! You deserve all the love and appreciation today and always. 💐

𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞,
BCPS Family 💌

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐱 𝐃𝐚𝐲! 🎂💚

To our 2nd Year Representative, thank you for your willingness to step up, grow, and serve the BCPS community with dedication and heart.

May you continue to have the courage to lead, serve, and inspire those around you. Wishing you a birthday filled with joy, good health, and countless blessings. Have an amazing celebration!

𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞,
BCPS Family 💌

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐁𝐂𝐒𝐒𝐂 𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐯𝐨𝐰𝐬 ‘𝐠𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐞𝐫𝐚’ 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲

As the Brokenshire College Supreme Student Council (BCSSC) officially transitioned into a new administration on August 3, incoming student leaders pledged to usher in what they described as a “golden era” of student leadership during the BCSSC Turnover Ceremony for Academic Year 2026–2027.

Held at Brokenshire College, the ceremony formally transferred leadership responsibilities from the outgoing BCSSC officers to the newly elected council. College administrators, student organization leaders, faculty members, and student representatives gathered to witness the turnover rites and oath-taking of the new officers.

Opening the program, BCSSC Adviser and Student Development Services Unit Head Maria Fe P. Calis, LPT, welcomed student leaders, administrators, and guests, emphasizing the importance of responsible, service-oriented leadership within the institution.

During the program, outgoing BCSSC Prime Minister Mark Dave B. Gario presented the council’s accomplishments, resolutions passed, and newly recognized student organizations, highlighting the initiatives undertaken by the previous administration throughout its term.

The event also featured the official turnover of governance, symbolized by the ceremonial transfer of the council key from the outgoing Prime Minister to incoming Prime Minister Matias John Mercado.

𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗼 𝘃𝗼𝘄𝘀 ‘𝗴𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗲𝗿𝗮’ 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽

In his acceptance speech, Mercado reflected on his leadership journey from serving as an executive officer and two-term president of the Brokenshire College Psychology Society to becoming the institution’s incoming student leader.

Holding the symbolic key of governance, Mercado emphasized that leadership is not about authority or personal recognition but about empowering others and creating opportunities for growth.

“For some, this key may seem like a simple symbol. But to me, it represents something far greater. It carries the weight of responsibility, trust, accountability, and expectation,” Mercado said.

He stressed that his administration’s vision is centered on developing student leaders and strengthening organizations rather than simply conducting activities and events.

“Our vision is clear: to usher in a golden era of student leadership,” he declared.

Mercado further emphasized that the council’s success would not be measured by the number of programs conducted but by the number of leaders developed, organizations strengthened, and students served.

Building on this vision, Mercado shared that one of the administration’s primary goals is to capacitate student leaders and empower organizations to reach their fullest potential. He added that the BCSSC aims to cultivate a culture of excellence, collaboration, and servant leadership among student organizations across the institution.

He challenged fellow officers and organization presidents to pursue excellence, promising to help cultivate stronger and more effective leaders within the institution.

“I will challenge you. I will demand excellence from you. I will push you beyond what you think you can accomplish—not because I doubt your abilities, but because I believe in your potential,” Mercado stated.

The incoming Prime Minister also expressed his desire for the council to leave behind stronger systems, empowered organizations, and a lasting legacy that will continue to benefit students beyond the administration’s ten-month term.

𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽

College President Bp. Hamuel G. Tequis, MDiv, PhD (H.C.), delivered an inspirational message encouraging the newly elected officers to lead with integrity, responsibility, and commitment to service.

Following the turnover rites, the newly elected BCSSC officers took their oath of office, administered by College Chaplain Rev. Dr. Grace A. Bangisan.

Vice President for Academic Affairs and Student Services Dr. Felix C. Chavez Jr. later delivered the charge to the new officers, reminding them that leadership is both a privilege and a responsibility that requires dedication to the welfare of the student body.

As the new administration officially begins its term, BCSSC leaders expressed their commitment to student-centered governance, leadership development, and meaningful engagement with the Brokenshire community.

“I am not here to elevate myself. I am here to elevate those around me,” Mercado emphasized.

With the formal turnover completed, the newly elected officers now assume the responsibility of representing the student body and advancing the council’s vision of service, leadership, and excellence under the banner of Fides. Scientia. Virtus.

WRITER | Maritom S. Noniscan
PHOTO | Jazmine Sophia Bucay

The BCPS Community proudly congratulates 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗩. 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗼 for being elected as the 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 of the 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 (𝗕𝗖𝗦𝗦𝗖) for the Academic Year 2026–2027, following the annual election held on July 31, 2026.

It is with great pride and honor that the BCPS President has been entrusted with the opportunity to lead and serve the student body through this prestigious position. Your dedication, passion, and commitment to student leadership continue to inspire the entire BCPS community.

We wish you a fruitful, productive, and meaningful term as you lead with integrity, create positive change, and become a guiding light for every student. 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽, 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲, 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆

Congratulations once again, Prime! 🫡

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PUBMAT AND WORDS BY || Julie Bentayao