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Living in the Present’s Presents

By Marielle Orbong

CAMPUS LIFE: In approaching a new beginning, you may be left feeling a variety of emotions — anticipation of the endless possibilities in store ahead, nervousness about the new environment, or maybe just a sense of peace that awaits as time unfolds. While it is crucial to gear up for what the future holds, the present is valued as much. As you pave the two years lying ahead, take time to appreciate each moment you encounter in ASHS with a walkthrough of what a typical day in your life will be, juniors.

Who Blue Eagles are Called to be

By AJ Alarcon An eagle soars high — steady in flight, eyes sharp for what helps it thrive — carrying instinct and strength. While a Blue Eagle carries that same strength and clarity in its path, it also bears the values formed by Jesuit tradition and Ignatian principles. These are lived out with intention every…

Weathering The Storm: Stories of Resilience

By Gilli Aquino

BRAVING: The disastrous climate caused by unrelenting typhoons has brought severe catastrophe to the lives of Filipinos around the nation. In this time of crisis, many have chosen to step up and serve as a glimmer of light against the downcast sky — bringing hope to those who need it. While the gloomy weather may mark a hopeless time for some, we must not forget the history of resilience that comes with being a Filipino. A strength that empowers us to fight for sufficient aid, while lifting each other up amidst the darkest storms.

Minorities Among Minorities: Looking through the Queer Spectrum

By Monique Arrojo “Everyone deserves their own bit of representation.” In the streets during Pride Month, the colors are loud, the celebrations vibrant. Rainbow flags and slogans are waved, painting the road in an array of saturated hues. Voices of the community call to be heard and understood. Still, even through the loudness, not all…

In Expression and Empowerment: A History of Drag

By Gilli Aquino

The glitz and glamour of drag culture has grown increasingly popular in the Philippines, with numerous drag bars, queer media and LBGTQIA+ Filipino artists now being brought into the spotlight — allowing audiences to bask in a multitude of stories inspiring a new generation of queer youth. However, underneath this vibrant exterior lies a long-winding history revealing generations of queer challanges and triumphs, all of which culminating into the symbol that drag stands for today.

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 Art and Music of Fate: A List of Seraya’s Performers

As the much-awaited ASHS fair approaches, so do two performance-filled nights that are bound to keep one’s energy up. With student’s night on Friday, February 21; the fundraising concert on February 22, here is an excerpt of what to expect the next two days.

Scintillating Candle: Remembering the Departed Ones

Pubmat by Shiloh Telebrico By Aeron Montallana “Grief doesn’t go away, you grow around it” – Lois Tonkin Upon setting the candle alight, our longing unveils as time passes by. Every word written on their gravestone resembles their perennial spirit that will forever reign amidst the dark. Thereupon, the warmth of candlelight illuminates our eclipsed…

The Philippines’ 2024 Paris Olympics Roster: Diamonds in Filipino Athletics

Most athletes long to show their country’s colors over international waters at the renowned event that only happens every four years: The Olympics. This year, the country made history by putting forward 22 individuals to represent the Philippines with heart and pride; with each athlete carrying different stories and having undergone various obstacles to get where they are today. In the end however, they are all united under one flag. It’s time to give our athletes their props, and take a look at each of their journeys to fulfil the Olympic dream.

Umpire for Truth: Shedding Light on the Unsung Players

The ASHS community is home to a plethora of sports—ranging from classics such as basketball and volleyball, as well as providing a haven for niche communities to thrive, such as the likes of archery, frisbee, and golf. By providing an avenue for these budding communities to grow, these sports become more popular and achieve more support and recognition throughout the school—a feat that these underrepresented sports have to painstakingly navigate through paperwork, tournaments, and other obstacles.