ASHAC 2025 opens ahead SY ‘25–’26

By AJ Alarcon

The Ateneo Senior High Advancement Classes (ASHAC) 2025 officially began on Thursday, June 5, offering various academic and non-academic onsite courses designed to prepare incoming Grade 11 and 12 students for School Year (SY) 2025–2026.

Kaduda-dudang Kalayaan

Sulat ni Hanan

Sa pagdiriwang natin ng ika-127 taon mula nang makamit ang ating kalayaan, mahalagang huminto at pagnilayan ang ating pag-unlad bilang isang bansa, gayundin ang mga hamon na humahadlang sa ating kalayaan — lalo na sa kasalukuyang panahon. Sa kabila ng ating itinatag na kalayaan, tayo ay bilanggo pa rin ng ating nakaraan habang patuloy tayong nalilito sa ating sariling pagkakakilanlan at kultura. Tunay nga bang tayo ay isang malayang bansa o kaduda-duda pa rin ito, sanhi ng impluwensya mula sa ibang bansa pati na rin ang kaisipan ng mga Pilipino?

Beyond the Podium: NSPC’s Vocation of Truth

By Jelena Villorente

With the recent closure of this year’s National Schools Press Conference (NSPC), campus journalists across the country are once again left with the lasting impression of a prestigious competition, ruminating on goals and capabilities. Transcending its competitive confines, however, the NSPC serves not only as a motivation — but a reminder that beyond its combative nature is an opportunity to pursue not another trophy, but the irrefutable truth.

Broadway on Shuffle: A saga of taking risks

By Marielle Orbong

BRAVING: Facing the unknown is definitely scary. Leaving the comfortable path to follow a direction that you are not certain of where it will lead you requires a bold courage to conquer. With the Broadway Theatre Troupe of Ateneo’s Broadway on Shuffle, they pose a crucial question to its audience — “Are you ready to take the risk?”

The Sanggunian Through Student Eyes

By Ocean The Sanggunian has demonstrated a commendable dedication and effort in serving the student body. Their commitment is particularly evident in the initiatives such as CSO Month by the Council of Student Organizations (CSO), the Volunteer Fair by the Council of Student Committees, and the Sportsfest by the Athletes’ Council (AthC). The Sanggunian’s work,…

PBBM issues courtesy resignation of Cabinet secretaries

On Thursday, May 22, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. ordered courtesy resignations of all Cabinet secretaries to recalibrate his administration following the results of his endorsed party the recently concluded 2025 Midterm Elections.

Princess Culture: Women in Philippine Politics and Governance

As we celebrated Women’s month in March, we remembered the value and contributions of different women in our lives and furthermore, our society. Time and time again, they have proved to be indispensable to upholding democracy in our country.

History is Watching: The Nation’s Reckoning with Duterte’s Crimes

Former President Rodrigo Duterte’s titular ‘War on Drugs’ left thousands dead, many without due process, sparking global outrage over human rights violations. With the International Criminal Court (ICC) pursuing charges of crimes against humanity, the Philippines faces a defining moment. Will Duterte be held accountable, or will the nation remain trapped in the denial of rightful justice?

Propaganda, Para sa Masa?

Sa pagsapit ng Halalan 2025, siguradong punong-puno ng pangangampanya ang ating mga tanaw, online man o offline. Sa gitna ng ganitong ng uri ng pagkakalat ng impormasyon, iniimbitahan tayo bilang mga mamamayan na paninindigan ang ating bansa—sa pamamagitan ng pagiging kritikal sa mga kumakalat na propaganda, at sa pagpili ng mga kandidatong tunay na para sa masa.

The Greatest Show: Faith in Works

By Janina Calma and Reyham Baesa  Countless shining eyes in the shadows are poised with anticipation, gazes directed at the spotlight, waiting for the greatest show to unfold. With this much excitement humming in the air, one might wonder what brings this crowd about: what makes this performance spectacular? It is brilliant, for it is…