IN FOCUS | Issue No. 2 | August-December 2020

TRINITY UNIVERSITY OF ASIA - COLLEGE OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY OFFICAL STUDENT PUBLICATION
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ISSUE NO. 2 | AUGUST-DECEMBER 2020
21 st Century Medical Laboratory Science:
TUA Molecular Laboratory
by Luis John Sanchez
Aschool facility is more than
just a passive container
of the education system;
it is, rather, an integral part of the learning
environment. An efficient school facility is
adaptive to evolving education system programs
and should at least have a physical
environment that is comfortable, clean, secure,
accessible, well-lit, well ventilated, and
able to meet the demands of globalization.
Three years ago, before the unprecedented
pandemic struck the world,
Dr. Maria Teresa T. Rodriguez, the Trinity
University of Asia - College of Medical
Technology (TUA - CMT) Dean, envisioned
to put up a modern Molecular Laboratory
fitted out with cutting-edge equipment
and apparatus that are expected to give its
students an edge and to be able to adapt
to the trend in the realms of Medical Technology/Medical
Laboratory Science profession.
Through the unwavering support and
trust of the top University administrators led
by our President, Dr. Wilfred U. Tiu, to the
College of Medical Technology, the construction
of the laboratory was made possible.
Dean Rodriguez said that “The process
of building the College of Medical Technology
Molecular Laboratory was not an easy journey.
Fortunately, the top man of our institution
accepted it positively, and we are very grateful
for his unwavering support for the college.”
The design and layout of the testing
laboratory incorporates biosafety, biosecurity,
risk detection, and mitigation plan specifications
into account. The molecular laboratory
is integrated with sophisticated equipment
and instruments, all for the advancement and
greater motivation of students and faculty.
Over the years, TUA-CMT has been
impeccable in the training of students in different
competencies in Microscopy, Phlebotomy,
Automation, Microbial Isolation and
Identification, and Sample Management, as
reflected in the results of the licensure examination
in which the college can make its
name prominent nationally and globally. More
name prominent nationally and globally.
More than the requirement of the BSMT/
MLS curriculum, it is one of the core competencies
of the 21st century Medical Laboratory
Science profession - to be able
to hone specialized skills to prepare its
graduates for greater global opportunities
and challenges in diagnostic medicine.
“We want our students to acquire
fundamental skills in Diagnostics and
Molecular Biology. It is not sufficient to
train students in basic laboratory competencies,
it is very integral to develop specialized
skills to prepare them for greater
global challenges.” Dean Rodriguez added.
In the advent of changes in the field
of Medicine, the construction and installation
of a Molecular Laboratory is one of
the ways in which the college can embrace,
adapt, and rise from the challenges of the
‘New Normal’ world. It also helps to catalyze
the growth not only of the institution but,
most importantly, of the students and faculty.
GS and CMT host Webinar on SARS-CoV-2 Diagnostic Testing
As COVID-19 cases continue
to surge in the Philippines,
Trinity University of Asia
- Graduate School (TUA - GS) Master
of Science in Medical Technology Department,
in coordination with the
TUA - College of Medical Technology
(TUA - CMT), presented the “SARS-
CoV-2: To NAT
or Not?”
webinar last July 23,
by Zoe C. Natividad
2020, via the Trinity Talk Facebook Page.
Attended by more than 8,000 viewers
worldwide, the webinar tackled information
exploring Nucleic Acid and Antibody
Tests as diagnostic methods for COVID-19.
The college featured its brilliant
faculty members as resource speakers,
moderators, and panel discussants for
the event. The
roster of key
speakers are
Asst. Prof.
SEEN: The CMT Faculty, (From L-R) Dean Juliet Bucoy, Dr. Irene V. Columbano, and
Asst. Prof. Angelo Christian O. De Guzman during the “SARS-CoV-2: To NAT or Not?” webinar
last July 23, 2020, via Trinity Talk Facebook Page.
Jenina Camille G. Bulago, RMT, MSMT,
a volunteer at Philippine Red Cross Molecular
Laboratory; Dr. Irene V. Columbano,
MD, DFM, FPAFP, a program coordinator
of the Makati Health Department;
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Project HEALS holds
Virtual “Lingkod Bayan:
Medical Mission”
by Luis John Sanchez
n the midst of an unprecedented
pandemic brought
Iupon by COVID-19, the Trinity
University of Asia - College of
Medical Technology (TUA-CMT)
carried out a “Lingkod Bayan:
Medical Mission” in partnership
with Project HEALS (Health, Education
And Life Services) headed
by Dr. Irene V. Columbano, MD,
DFM, FPAP and Dr. Maria Teresa
Rodriguez, EdD, RMT through
the Google Meet platform
last November 19 to 20, 2020.
A series of free online
consultations in various fields,
including family medicine, pediatric
medicine, general medicine,
obstetrics and gynecology, and
geriatric medicine, were provided
by Dr. Columbano, together
with her team. These services
are for the benefit of students
from CMT and their families.
Anxiety and confusion
prompt irrational actions, such
as the reluctance to go to the
hospital due to the possibility
of virus infection, as the Philippines
continues to deal with
the COVID-19 pandemic. This
free medical consultation is the
most innovative way to provide
access to basic medical care for
students. TUA-CMT and Project
HEALS are going out of their way
to spread and preach to others
sympathy and compassion.
OPINION
FEATURE
ENTERTAINMENT
SPORTS
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NEWS
2
LOOK: Screenshots from the different activities during the
virtual celebration of CMT’s 52nd founding anniversary last
October 9-10, 2020, via Facebook Live.
CMT celebrates 52 years of “Excellence in Shaping the Nation’s Next
Generation of Medical Technologists”
n line with the 48th Philippine Association
of Medical Technologists,
Inc. (PAMET) celebration theme, “En-
Ihancing Competencies Developing
Philippine Laboratory Leaders”, the Trinity University
of Asia – College of Medical Technology
(TUA - CMT) held a two-day virtual celebration
of its 52nd Founding Anniversary via Facebook
Live on October 9 to 10, 2020 which involved
different activities in which students were able
to participate namely, TikTok Dance Craze,
COVIDart, Himig Handog, Vlog Contest, PHIS-
METS Facebook Live Raffle, and the first-ever
Virtual Mr. and Ms. Medical Technology.
Hosted by Arizfran Jose and Liebherr
Millen Claire Ombac both from the third-year level,
the first day of the celebration commenced with a
Thanksgiving Mass led by the University Chaplain,
Father Echanes Cadiogan. The college’s very own
dynamic dean, Dr. Maria Teresa T. Rodriguez, gave
her welcoming remarks shortly afterward. Dean
Rodriguez recounted significant events throughout
the college’s 52-year-long journey. She also
expressed her gratitude and recognized the commitment
of the officers of the Philippine Society
of Medical Technology Students (PHISMETS)
- TUA Chapter for making the event possible.
Starting with the Tiktok Dance Craze,
the competition showcased Tiktok videos created
by students which are related to the medical
technology profession. Abrina Abellon, of 1MT02,
was hailed as the champion and received the Faculty
Choice Award followed by Alfonso Luis Franco
of 3MT03, and Jace Anne Desca of 2MT02.
Next to this activity, the most participated
event which was the COVIDArt Contest was
conducted. In line with the 52nd PAMET Annual
Convention theme, 20 artists from different sections
created their digital and traditional masterpieces.
In the traditional art category, Ashley Dela
Cruz of 2MT02 and her artwork, “Through the
Lens, We Advance” prevailed. The CMT Faculty
Choice award was presented to Mardelene Alcantara
of 3MT01 for her traditional “Past the Colors”
artwork. In the digital category, Christina Faye
Valdez, of 3MT03, scored the highest number of
votes for her work entitled “The Unsung Heroes,”
which was also voted as the PHISMETS’ Choice.
Not long after, the Himig Handog Contest
started. The audience witnessed the performances
of Matt Rodriguez, Alliah Espinosa, Cyril Reyes, John
Torrefranca, and Gabriel De Castro from the Juniors
in their original piece, “Bukas” in accordance with
the themes “Thank You, Front-liners” and “Heal Our
Motherland,” which was held as the winner. “Sinagtala”,
which was composed and interpreted by Alexia
Francesca Magtibay, won second place followed
by “Ang Magiging Huling Awitin”, which was performed
by Justine Andrea Diaz and Majiro Emma
Rose Espra who were all from the second-year level.
During the Kahoot Quiz Bee, in which both
students and faculty members participated, Jasmine
A. Bacabac of 4MT01 was held as the overall champion
for the student edition, followed by the 1st and
2nd runners up Alexis M. Vicente of 2MT05 and Renato
C. Sebayo of 3MT04, respectively. Proving the
never-fading excellence of the faculty members, Mr.
Nathaniel Veron M. Casamina, RMT won the championship
title, followed by Mr. Jomar Adams Ganding,
RMT as 1st runner up, and Ms. Aila Nell Sarmiento,
RMT as the 2nd runner up
of the faculty edition.
The Online Facebook Raffle subsequently
took place, and winners were picked using an
online random name generator. Winners have won
both minor and major awards from the PHISMETS.
The Vlog Contest also witnessed the ingenuity of
students in vlog making, where three participants
produced short films related to the profession of
medical technology. With his vlog “A day in the life
of a medical technology student: Quarantine Edition,”
Joseph Michael Montero from 3MT03 bagged
first place, followed by Danielle Nicole Laspuña also
from 3MT03, and Cristina Victoria S. Lamadrid of
2MT01 s the second and third place respectively.
The first-ever online e-Stellar Pageant of
the college was the last event on the first day of the
celebration. The audience witnessed the candidates’
wits and skills. Minor and major awards were given
to the winners in both the female and male categories.
Among the candidates, Mr. Joseph Michael
Montero of 3MT03 and Ms. Kimberly De los Reyes
of 2MT02 shone the brightest as they were hailed
as Mr. and Ms. College of Medical Technology 2020.
To kick off the celebration’s second
day, E-Sports Tournament was held. Mobile games
like Mobile Legends and Call of Duty were played.
Students from different sections of the college
teamed up and fought with other teams for prizes.
The members of “Team Barurot”: Joaquin Garcia,
Jessie Paul Facelo, Jake Cadillo, Trevor Siwa, and
Alexis Vicente dominated the Mobile Legends tournament.
Meanwhile, the “Team Hyperion” made
up of Heather Descalzo, Kimberly De los Reyes,
Jenina Hiwatig, Shantelle Dimaano, and Patricia
Fresco, had their way to victory at the Call of Duty.
Subsequently, the first CMT Virtual
Homecoming was held with the theme ‘Thanksgiving
Celebration for the CMT Alumni Frontliners’.
Three college alumni who are continually
serving as front-liners were able to express
their experiences while they were still a Trinitian
Medical Technology student. The speakers, Ms.
Micheleen C. Sidamon, RMT, ASCP, Mr. Francis
Tyrrell T. Quillope, RMT, and Mr. Reynaldo S.
Padua, Jr., RMT, all shared their stories of success
to help encourage and empower students.
A recap of the activities from the beginning
of the Medical Technology Week was
presented as the celebration approaches the
end. It was accompanied by the awarding ceremony
in which all winners from various events
were honored. The success of this event lies
in the hard work and efforts of the officers of
PHISMETS and the team as a whole. In addition,
without the help and guidance of the PHISMETS
adviser, Mr. Nathaniel Veron M. Casamina, RMT,
ACSPi, the execution of the virtual celebration
would not have been as exceptional. The event
officially ended after he expressed his gratitude
to the students involved in the celebration.
The College of Medical Technology
consistently rises above all situations amid
the difficulties brought on by the pandemic
and the new standard. In this prosperous
virtual celebration, the college’s unrelenting
quality and versatility manifested itself.
CMT Alumni take part in first “Alumni ZOOMcoming”
by Jerico Mhar Bolaños
ommencing with the two-day
celebration of the College of
Medical Technology’s (CMT)
C52nd Founding Anniversary,
the college conducted its first Alumni
Homecoming with the theme “Thanksgiving
Celebration for the CMT Alumni
Frontliners”. The event allowed three
of the college’s alumni to feel nostalgic
and reminiscent of past experiences
at Trinity University of Asia (TUA) from
the years of honing and until now that
their lives are continuously flourishing.
Hosted by Zoe Natividad from
the second-year level, the program began
with a prayer led by Ms. Cristina D.
Coralde, RMT followed by the Philippine
National Anthem and the TUA Hymn.
The ever-supportive and passionate
dean of the college, Dr. Maria Teresa T.
Rodriguez, welcomed the attendees in
her opening remarks. Subsequently, the
introduction of Mr. Angelo Christian de
Guzman, RMT, to the speakers took place.
Ms. Sidamon ended her sharing
by stating: “As what Dean Rodriguez always
says, it (studying BS Medical Technology)
is not hard, it is challenging, but
then at the end, it’s rewarding. So, keep
studying, hold on, hang in there, you’ll
make it, you’ll get there. It’s very sweet
in the end, and it’s very rewarding.”
A Medical Technologist II of
the Department of Health’s Human Resource
for Health Program - Abra, and
the forthcoming President of the Philippine
Association of Medical Technologists
- Abra Chapter, Mr. Tyrrell T. Quillope,
RMT of the 2017 batch, expressed
his struggle to choose his program back
in 2012, at his hometown, which led him
to move to Manila and study at TUA.
He also expressed
his disappointment
on his
nearly-
Top 10 August 2017
Medical Techn-
ology
Board Examin-
ation,
finishing with a 0.4
by Fatima O. Concepcion
rating difference from the
10th student on the roster.
As a finishing message, Mr. Quillope
stated: “We are successful in our own
ways. Don’t let people or society tell you
that you need to be like this in order for
you to be successful. You need to find it in
yourself because you can be someone that
you want to be, and believe in yourself because,
at the end of the day, it’s just you.”
Mr. Reynaldo Sanchez Padua, Jr.,
RMT of the 2008 batch is the third and
the last speaker. He is currently a Laboratory
Technician-Generalist at Jabria,
Kuwait’s Hadi Clinic. When he was still
studying due to extracurricular activities,
he expressed his experience of having
poor time mana-
gement
and also came
to a
point of alm-
ost
failing and
experiencing
the
fear
of defeat
and
failure, but later overcame it
with bravery and defied the fall
and never enthralled failure.
Ending his sharing, Mr. Padua
said: “It is okay to question things sometimes.
It is okay to pause and breathe,
but after you pause and breathe, please
go back to the field (of Medical Laboratory
Science) and think that regardless
of what you were and are going through,
your faith will fuel your courage that
will help you find your true purpose.”
In culmination led by Dean Rodriguez,
a certificate of appreciation
was awarded to alumni guests and Asst.
Prof. Violie N. Bascao thanked all who
participated
in the event as
well as
the various
alumni
who, during
today’s
health crisis,
are
at the forefront
of community.
service.
Ms. Micheleen C. Sidamon, RMT,
ASCP of batch 2016, was the first speaker.
She is currently a Medical Laboratory
Scientist at Spring Valley Hospital of the
Valley Health System in Las Vegas, Nevada,
USA. Ms. Sidamon began her exchange
by introducing her daily routine to the
participants while attending her job and
touring them around her workspace. She
also shared one of her life’s most traumatic
moments, testing positive for COVID-19.
From Left to Right: Mr. Reynaldo S. Padua Jr., RMT,
Ms. Micheleen C. Sidamon, RMT, ASCP, and Mr. Francis Tyrell T. Quillope, RMT.

3 NEWS
UP TO DATE: COVID-19 in the Philippines
silent but deadly plague
creeps among the bustling
communities
Aand crowded streets
around the world. The SARS-CoV-2,
the causative agent of the COVID-19,
is the defining global health crisis of
our time. As a response to this, several
measures were imposed to mitigate
the spread of the disease in
the country, including bans on travel
and imposition of preventive quarantine
measures. But it started to loosen
up as a reaction to the declining
economy of the Philippines, hence,
GCQ and MECQ were implemented.
Here’s the latest update as
some areas shift into Modified Enhanced
Community Quarantine and
General Community Quarantine.
May 31, 2020 – The Enhanced community
quarantine in Luzon ends, as
most localities downgrade to either
general community quarantine or modified
general community quarantine.
July 14, 2020 – Several Metro Manila
hospitals reached full capacity,
making the regions of Central Visayas,
Calabarzon, Davao Region, and
Central Luzon classified under “danger
zone” concerning bed capacity.
August 2, 2020 - Frontliners and medical
groups advocated a “timeout” to
President Rodrigo R. Duterte to revert
Metro Manila on ECQ as COVID-19
cases surge. A modified enhanced
community quarantine (MECQ) was
placed in places with high cases from
August 4 to 18 as a response to the
petition of medical frontliners requesting
an ECQ in Metro Manila.
November 26, 2020 – The Senate
approved Php 4.5-T 2021 national
budget which includes increased
funding for COVID-19 vaccines, continued
contact tracing operations,
and budgets of regional public hospitals
including bed capacity and
equipment and facilities upgrade
December 2, 2020 - A vaccine made
by drug giant Pfizer with German biotech
firm BioNTech became the first
fully-tested immunization to be approved,
and this has been put into
the arms of thousands of U.S. healthcare
workers for the past weeks
in a massive nationwide rollout.
December 15, 2020 - The Malacañang
announced a dry run for face-to-face
classes that will be held from January
11 to 23, 2021. Participating school officials
and representatives will undergo
orientation, mobilization, and readiness
confirmation on January 4-8 before
the pilot implementation starts.
December 19, 2020 - DFA secretary
Teodoro Locsin Jr. and Senator
Panfilo Lacson blasted the failure of the
Department of Health (DOH) to secure
necessary documentary requirements
including the Confidentiality Disclosure
Agreement (CDA) that put the country’s
acquisition of 10 million doses of
the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine in limbo.
This was confirmed by Locsin after a
meeting with the Ambassador to the
US Jose Manuel Romualdez, and the
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
Health Secretary Francisco Duque III
and the country’s vaccine czar Carlito
Galvez Jr. later denied all the allegations,
saying that they didn’t drop
the ball and the apparent negotiation
for the said vaccine is still ongoing.
December 21, 2020 – The COVID-19
cases in the Philippines has now
reached 459,789 cases with reported
1,754 additional cases on Sunday, December
20. The DOH reported 36 new
deaths due to the coronavirus disease,
bringing the death toll to 8,947, while
recoveries are up by 8,080, raising total
recoveries to 429,134. Of the total cases,
21,708 are active. Metro Manila hospitals
are bracing for a possible surge
of COVID-19 cases after the holidays.
December 23, 2020 – Malacañang suspended
incoming flights from the UK
from December 24–31, 2020, over the
fear of the new and more infectious
coronavirus variant, VOC-202012/01
(Variant of Concern 202012/01)
or also known as lineage B.1.1.7.
December 26, 2020 - President Duterte
applauded the country’s medical
experts on their efforts to battle
against the disease including its
newly reported strain. Thus, Malacañang
canceled its order that allows
face-to-face classes in January 2021
over the threat of the new variant.
December 28, 2020 - While the government
has yet to approve the use of any
COVID-19 vaccine, some Duterte Cabinet
officials and soldiers are already vaccinated
against the novel coronavirus.
December 31, 2020 - Philippines ends
2020 with 474,064 COVID-19 cases. The
DOH reported 14 new deaths due to the
coronavirus disease, bringing the death
toll to 9,244. Meanwhile, recoveries are
up by 296, raising the total to 439,796.
January 2, 2021 - DOH: No case of
new COVID-19 variant in PH The Department
of Health (DOH) clarified
that the new COVID-19 variant has
not reached the Philippine shores yet.
January 6, 2021 - In a virtual press
briefing, Hong Kong health officials
said they have detected 4 cases
of the new variant in their country.
Among the cases is a 30-year-old female
Hong Kong resident, who returned
from Manila on December 22
via PR 300. Meanwhile, DOH firmly
by Kate Frances Xyra Dorado
stated the presence of B.1.1.7 strain in
the country has not yet been detected.
January 12, 2021 - The Philippines finally
imposed travel restrictions on
China nearly two weeks after the
Asian giant detected its first case of
the new SARS-CoV-2 variant. Apart
from China, the same restrictions
were announced for Jamaica, Luxembourg,
Oman, and Pakistan. The
country now has extended travel
bans to 35 countries and territories.
January 13, 2021 - Philippine Genome
Center (PGC) together with DOH officially
confirmed that the more contagious
B.1.17 virus variant already
reached the country when a swab test
from a 29-year old businessman from
Kamuning, Quezon City who arrived
on January 7, 2021 from UAE yielded
a positive result to the variant. The patient
experienced pneumonia while his
female partner had a negative result.
January 17, 2021 - In less than a year
after its first reported case, the country
breached 500,000 mark on the number
of COVID-19 cases as DOH reported
Webinar on SARS-CoV-2
Diagnostic Testing
from Page 1
and, Mr. Angelo Christian O. de
Guzman, RMT, SO1, who volunteered
at the Manila HealthTek, Inc.
The webinar’s sole panel
discussant, Ms. Geraldine B. Dayrit,
RMT, MSc, DRDM, the event’s moderator,
Atty. Jean Joan D. Polido, MD,
the CMT Dean, Dr. Maria Teresa T.
Rodriguez, EdD, RMT, and the Graduate
School Dean, Dr. Juliet Bucoy,
PhD, RSW shared their insights about
the topic, conversed, and imparted
their knowledge to the audience.
From the introduction to the
interpretation of laboratory test results,
the webinar provided information
about the COVID-19 pandemic.
It focuses on the disease’s epidemiological
and geographical history, a
timeline of notable viral respiratory
outbreaks, and an update on the
current situation of COVID-19 in the
country and the world. The speakers
also talked about the mode of transmission
of the virus, the clinical presentations
and manifestations, the
effective interventions to prevent
COVID-19, and the updated interim
guidelines on the expanded testing
of COVID-19. They also expressed
their experience of volunteering
January 20, 2021 - The girlfriend and
mother of the man confirmed to be
the first case of the new SARS-CoV-2
variant in the Philippines was tested
positive for COVID-19, confirmed by
the DOH. Aside from the two household
members, 10 co-passengers of the
index case aboard Emirates Flight No.
EK 332, and one frontliner who attended
to the patient also tested positive.
Since the Philippines confirmed its first
COVID-19 case in January last year, a total
of 10,042 people have succumbed to
the disease after the DOH confirmed 64
more deaths in its latest report. 1,862
more individuals were infected, raising
the country’s case count to 505,939.
Recoveries also reached 466,993 after
765 were added to the tally.
Several local government units
(LGUs) have welcomed the new year
by announcing they have allocated millions
in funds to give their residents free
COVID-19 vaccines. In February, the
Philippines plans to launch its biggest
mass immunization campaign yet, as it
prepares to roll out the coronavirus vaccines
that could end the health emergency.
The campaign aims to cover from
50%-70% Filipinos in three to five years.
during the time of the pandemic
and gave the viewers salient points.
“I value the Medical Technologists
and the technology that
they use. I can see and feel the
things they do to save their patients’
lives. This webinar provides
an avenue where all medical professionals,
not just Medical Technologists,
who are listening right now
have conversed. I am happy and
impressed with how they organized
the event. Congratulations to all of
you for this success,” Dr. Bucoy said.
Halfway into the fight for
our safety and health, the threats
and mechanisms of COVID-19 are
still not known by most people. The
primary objective of the university
is to educate individuals and spread
knowledge, even at the convenience
of their own homes. The entire event
was a success by providing an engaging,
insightful, and important topic.
It acted as an educational forum
that shared and valued information.
The conversation and presentations
were bridges to obtain deeper
knowledge, taking into account that
learning is a phase that never ends.

NEWS
4
ON THE SPOTLIGHT: The DOST-SEI Scholars of CMT (From Left to Right) Trixie Azarcon of 1MT04, Raisa Julianne Quibilan of 1MT04, Princess Erica Cena of
1MT05, Ameera Eunice Batas of 2MT01, Sophia Viviane Datu of 2MT02, Alexia Francesca Magtibay of 2MT04, and Maricon Alilei Hollon of 3MT02.
ut of the total number
of passers, 5,917 qual-
Oified as scholars under
the RA 7687 Scholarship Program,
which provides for economically disadvantaged
students with academic
talent; while 3,871 qualified for the
Department of Science and Technology
- Science Education Institute (DOST-
SEI) Merit Scholarship Program, seven
medical technology students from
Trinity University of Asia have secured
a position in the DOST-SEI Scholarship
Programs last March 29, 2020, in
over 327 testing centers nationwide.
Trixie Azarcon of 1MT04 from Centro
Escolar University, Raisa Julianne
Quibilan of 1MT04 from Escuela De
Sophia of Caloocan, Inc., Princess Erica
Cena of 1MT05 from Puerto Princesa
City National Science High School,
DOST-SEI Scholars bring pride to CMT
by Zoe C. Natividad
Ameera Eunice Batas of 2MT01 from
Far Eastern University Diliman, Sophia
Viviane Datu of 2MT02 from Dagupan
City National High School, Maricon
Alilei Hollon of 3MT02 from Caloocan
National Science and Technology High
School, and Alexia Francesca Magtibay
of 2MT04 from Pasig City Science High
School were awarded scholarships
for the school year 2020-2021 in a hit
breaking record of 102,526 examinees.
The scholarship provides
learners, particularly those who
are financially disadvantaged, opportunities.
The country’s premier
science scholarship program provides
scholars with a stipend rate
of Php 7,000 per month, including
a book allowance of Php 5,000 per
semester. Scholars are also entitled
to subsidies for tuition fees, travel,
WITH PRIDE AND HONOR: CMT
recognizes Dean’s Listers and Scholars
rinity University
of Asia (TUA)
Tacknowledges
students who distinguish
themselves by exemplary academic
achievement each
semester with an outstanding
passion and commitment
to academic excellence.
With the collective
theme, “SIBOL: Strengthening
Service Integration To Bring
Out Outstanding Learners
To Leaders”, the first virtual
scholarship granting ceremony
by the Guidance Center
was done to celebrate scholarship
renewals as well as to
welcome new applicants for
scholarships such as the A.L.
Carson and Board of Trustees
Scholarship Programs, B.E.S.T
Scholarship programs, and
other scholarship grants such
as the Department of Science
and Technology – Science
Education Institute (DOST-
SEI) Merit Scholarship Program
via Zoom Platform on
the 25th of November 2020.
The College of Medical
Technology (CMT) takes pride
in these students who have
invested all their efforts to uphold
the standard of the college
even amidst these trying
times as 32 Medical Technology
students are part of the Honor
Society and 7 are part of the
DOST-SEI Merit Scholarship.
by Shoshanna L. Armenta
Here are the names of the students
with scholarship grants:
DOST-SEI Merit
Scholarship Program: Trixie
Q. Azarcon, Ameera Eunice
P. Batas, Sophia Viviane B.
Datu, Princess Erica B. Cena,
Maricon Alilei R. Hollon, Alexia
Francesca S. Magtibay,
Raisa, Julianne R. Quibilan
A.L. Carson Scholarship
Program: Daniel Travelo
G. Almogela, Gianna Marseille
R. Aquino, Adrian Robbie C. Kit,
Amanda Cindy B. Laurente, Mary
Joyce C. Lazaro, Jane Kristine T.
Navarrete, Dianne Kieth Q. Pajarillo,
Mhary Well C. Telebrico
Board of Trustees
Scholarship Program: Arielle
Julitha Mari C. Baricuatro, Jerico
Mhar G. Bolaños, Alliah
Lauriz G. Chua, John Rhenire
P. Dearroz, Catherine Joyce
Nicole F. Fiestada, Maricar G.
Gamayot, Jill V. Martin, Maria
Francia P. Monge, Joseph
Michael N. Montero, Milde
Anaperl P. Ongayo, Pamela Andrea
D. Roces, Baby Iloisa F.
Rosales, Roscer Grace B. Santos,
Hannah Rae P. Torrecampo
Academic Entrance
Scholarship Grant: Janine Andrea
E. Boleche, Chrizma Liane
F. Cornelio, Lyca Jane B. Dollente
CMT also celebrates
the 29 third-year students
and 67 second-year students
who are part of the Academic
Year 2019-2020 Second Semester
Dean’s List, with Jane
Kristine T. Navarette of 3MT03
and Nathaniel T. Torilla of
3MT04 ranking first for both
having a weighted average of
1.34, and four second-year
students namely, Arielle Julitha
Mari C. Baricuatro, Don
Mikhael M. Barrozo, Ameera
Eunice T. Batas, and Froilan
Jerome D. Bautista all having
a weighted average of 1.25.
According to Milea
Claire Castillo of 3MT01, the
current Philippine Society of
Medical Technology Students
(PHISMETS) - TUA Chapter President,
“Balancing school and
household, or personal endeavors
is no easy task. Time-management,
or self-management
rather, and discipline are essential
to be able to effectively
maximize after-class hours.”
“Procrastinating is
my weakness, but I still make
sure that I study well for quizzes
and recitations for the following
lecture classes.” Alexia
Francesca Magtibay, 2MT04.
As the realm of academe
shifts into a virtual setting,
the College hopes to have
more scholars and Dean’s Listers
students. All 96 students on the
Dean’s List serve as inspirations
to their fellow batch mates.
May their hard work continue
to pay off by God’s grace.
allowances for clothes, and more.
These students have passed
the S&T Undergraduate Scholarship
Test and are now pursuing a university
degree program for a Bachelor
of Science. For a period equal to
the number of years they enjoyed
the scholarship as a return service,
scholars are expected to render a
service in the country in their fields
of specialization after graduation.
“To be able to study with
these benefits is in itself a privilege
which I am very much grateful for.
I hope everyone, scholar or not,
would also take a look at the privileges
bestowed upon them and use
these for the betterment of our own
educational experiences, “ DOST
scholar, Ameera Eunice Batas, said.
DOST Secretary Fortunato
T. Dela Peña believes that the DOST
scholars will play a crucial role in developing
the country. Amid the ongoing
COVID-19 pandemic, DOST-SEI
assures the safety and welfare of its
scholars. The institution made significant
adjustments making sure the
scholars would receive the stipends
in a convenient and timely manner.
The Department of Science and Technology-Science
Education Institute
(DOST-SEI) hopes to inspire other
students to dream and explore new
possibilities. The different programs
offered by the institution aims for a
better country and a better world.
By providing financial assistance
to students, DOST will
continue helping them gain access
to education and become
better leaders for the future.
Saceda, elected as
17 th PAMET President
by Janella Mikaela Angcoy
ast November 17,
2020, the Philip-
Lpine Association
of Medical Technologists,
Inc. (PAMET) welcomed its
17th president, Mr. Rommel
F. Saceda, RMT. Mr. Saceda
is the Department Manager
of the Institute of Pathology,
Ancillary Services of St.
Luke’s Medical Center-Quezon
City and a current student
at Trinity University
of Asia (TUA) - Graduate
School (GS), taking up Master
of Science in Medical
Technology (MSMT). He is
also the current Auditor of
the Graduate School Students
Organization of the
Graduate School of Trinity
University of Asia and
a member of TUA-College
of Medical Technology
(CMT) professional development
of students team.
After five and a half
years of service to PAMET,
former president Mr. Ronaldo
E. Puno, RMT, MBA-H
also expressed his gratitude
for all the support he received
during his term as the
16th President of PAMET.
“With so much joy
and happiness, maraming
salamat sa mahabang panahon
na ating pinagsamahan,
that was the finest five
and a half years of my professional
life. And I’m glad
I’ve spent it with you” Mr.
Puno said. Along with his
five and a half years of
dedicated service in the
organization, Mr. Puno’s
generosity to the TUA-CMT
has also been consistent
for sending out Procter &
Gamble (P&G) products and
publication materials that
the college is using for one
of its community drives.
PAMET is a nonstock,
non-profit national
organization of all
registered Medical Technologists/Medical
Laboratory
Scientists in the Philippines.
Organized by the man who
was also recognized as the
father of PAMET, Mr. Crisanto
G. Almario aimed to
standardize the profession,
to improve, and to upgrade
the practice of Medical
Technology in the country.
The organization was established
on September 15,
1963 at the
Public
Health
Labo-
ratory
at 208
Quiricada
Street,
Sta.
Cruz
Manila.
PAMET’s 17th President,
Mr. Rommel F. Saceda

Education Disrupted, Re-imagined
T
his pandemic has done the
impossible: It has changed
the way we teach and learn practically
overnight. Throughout April
2020, millions of learners around
the world could no longer sit in
the classroom. Education systems
have responded to this unprecedented
challenge with speed,
adaptability, and imagination.
Learning hasn’t ground to a halt.
But it has changed utterly. Obviously,
we can’t go back. How do
we move forward? Why should
we not work together to reward
and encourage customized education
from pre-K to post-grad level?
Prior to COVID-19,
‘schools’ were simply buildings
that grouped people according
to certain criteria. Higher education
globally should set a goal
by eliminating school mentality.
But what exactly do we replace
it with? Our ability to recover
and progress in the decades after
this crisis depends entirely
on our ability to make higher
education more personalized,
more flexible, and more holistic.
The ‘new normal’ will
be shaped by the choices made
in the next few years by governments,
higher education leaders,
academics, and a generation of
students and parents. With its
dramatic disruption of the global
economy —including institutions
of higher education —the corona
crisis is accelerating rapidly. Education
must accept that the best
thing we can do for humanity is to
develop individuals, whose success
in life is being outliers, not
conformists. dependent on If
COVID-19 has taught us anything,
it is how rapidly we can
act when faced with necessity.
Governments should ensure
stability for higher education
in situations in the near term, prioritizing
public funding for education
over other sections, but making this
financial support conditional on tangible
reforms being implemented
to ensure innovation is rewarded.
Automation, artificial intelligence,
rising nationalism, rapidly changing
employer needs, and a growing
global middle class demanding
quality education for their children
were already poised to reshape how
higher education would be delivered.
We need to eliminate schools
whereas private sector investors
should also step up and realize that
investments in education can profit
both society and those taking risks.
Sadly but true, those from
disadvantageous backgrounds remained
shut out when the school
shut down. Those from privileged
backgrounds found their
way around closed school doors
to alternative learning opportunities,
supported by their parents,
and eager to learn. The COVID-19
pandemic has not stopped at national
borders and affected people
regardless of nationality, level
of education, income, or gender.
It is the nature of our collective
and systemic responses
to the disruptions that will determine
how we are affected
by them. But that has not been
true for its consequences, which
have affected the most vulnerable.
As the world becomes increasingly
interconnected, so do
the risks we face. But as these
inequities are amplified in this
time of crisis, this moment also
holds the possibility that we won’t
return to the status quo when
things return to “normal.” Education
has been no exception.
Education requires leaders
who tackle institutional structures
that too often are built the interests
and habits of educators and
administrators rather than learners.
We need leaders who are sincere
about social change, imaginative
in policymaking, and capable
of using the trust they earn to deliver
effective reforms. Schools need
to develop first-class humans, not
second-class robots. This is not accomplished
just by letting a thousand
flowers bloom; it requires a
carefully crafted enabling environment
that can unleash teachers’
and schools’ ingenuity and build
capacity for change. But to transform
schooling at scale, we need a
radical, alternative vision of what
students need to learn, but also
effective learning environments in
which these knowledge, skills, attitudes,
and values are developed.
The bottom line is, if we
want to stay ahead of technological
developments, we have
to find and refine the qualities
that are unique to our humanity
and that complement with
- not compete with - what we
have created in our computers.

OPINION
6
I am a WOMAN
On the 14th day of June
2020, the hashtag #HijaAko
raged on social media as topics
on victim-blaming resurfaced
because of the continuous remarks
created by some male
personalities blaming the way
a woman dresses up as the
mere reason for initiating rape
and sexual assault, and also
putting the leverage on men
that they have the right to do
such things because of the acts
of women. With all these, it is
just right for us to ponder, is
being a woman a hindrance to
claim one’s freedom to dress,
look, and speak in this society?
Remarks like “you are
inviting the beast”, “be careful
on the way you dress”,
and “all rapists need an opportunity
to create a crime”
are some of the reasons causing
the rage of some Filipino
women. Because of this, various
rebuttals were then given
by different female social personalities
stating that the way
anyone dresses should not be
deemed as an “opportunity”
to sexually assault them, ever.
This argument, later on,
became a huge topic in social
media which trended on Twitter.
This is not the first time
someone who has the power to
discriminate blames women as
the reason for their own rape.
This victim-blaming culture
as we all know is not new
when talking about the issues
when fighting for women’s rights
and protection. In general situations,
blaming the victim because
of the crime from which they suffered
is definitely unacceptable.
Imagine saying to the victim of
a murder that it is his/her fault
why he/she died and why he/
she had been murdered. This
analogy is so much similar to
victim-blaming women because
of what they do or wear giving
us one of the million reasons
for us all--not just women to
cut the stigma in putting the
fault to women’s acts and wardrobe
in causing the inhumane
act of rape and sexual assault.
In light of these events,
we are taking a big step to show
the world that we--most especially
women will no longer
stand for this culture of denial,
sexual objectification, and
victim-blaming. Rape is not a
joke. Being a woman should
not be the reason for the rapist
to rape. Survivors are put
through the traumatizing experience
with no one believing
them as if it is their fault for being
raped and assaulted just because
of how they dress, look,
and as if men are mindlessly
walking around that they do not
know what is right and wrong.
Women are tired of
this—being blamed for instances
of abuse, assault, and rape.
We are tired of being called delusional
for thinking that men
will ever outgrow being boys.
The concept of “boys will be
boys” should not be used to justify
horrific acts ever again. This
can only end when we all take
accountability, men first of all.
Men need to be held accountable
for their actions, and women
should be allowed to speak,
especially when such things happen,
and should be listened to.
I wear skirts, I wear
make-up, I went to parties late
at night, but I was not raped
and assaulted, because no one
around me is a rapist and not
because I am a woman. I will
fight to end rape. I will fight
to end victim-blaming. I will
fight for us. Yes, I am a woman!
FtF: Face the Facts
L
ast December 14, 2020,
President Rodrigo Duterte
approved the implementation of
the pilot limited face-to-face classes
in low-risk areas to be held in
January 2021, which has been followed
by the announcement of the
Department of Education (DepEd)
three days later. There are a total
of 1,114 schools all over the Philippines
picked to undergo these
limited face-to-face classes. This
program will serve as a dry run to
assess if the country is ready to
pivot and start the implementation
of this program formally amidst
the current worldwide pandemic.
As stated in the program, it
will only be conducted on the places
that are under low risk—meaning,
several parts of the country like the
National Capital Region, Surigao,
Davao, and other cities/municipalities
where COVID-19 cases are still
high will not be included. DepEd also
said that total safety measures will
be observed starting with lessening
the number of students from the
usual 30-40 students per classroom
to 15-20 students per classroom.
After this announcement
by the government, organizations
like the United Nations
Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
backs up this reiterated that,
of course, the risk is still there but
the effects of this mode of learning
will be of great help to those students
that are having trouble, and
even do not can undergo modular or
online classes due to issues on the
internet connection and technology.
The organization also expresses
its support by stating that it will
provide technical assistance, necessary
supplies, and resources for
the people involved in this program.
This decision of the government
may result in either of the two:
a successful dry run which will lead
to adaptation of the program to the
whole country making the educational
sector almost back to normal
making it more productive, or a disastrous
one because of the spike on the
COVID-19 cases brought by the risks
of this so-called limited face-to-face
class which may also lead to an increase
in the number of deaths. These
two outcomes are on the opposite
side of the possible result of the trial,
and it will be almost impossible to
have a middle-ground result from it.
To make it factual, South
Korea opened its face-to-face
learning only a few months after
the virus has been declared
as a worldwide infection because
they somehow already surpassed
the surge of cases and assumed a
back-to-normal setup. However,
South Korea r econsidered this several
months after and decided to
close all the schools starting December
14, 2020, because of the spike of
cases and increased deaths. Several
cities around the world like Phuket
in Thailand, London, and many
more also decided to close their
schools to come this January 2021.
Going back to the Philippines,
where the lowest cases per
day did not even come close to
that of South Korea’s, is it worth
the risk to implement these limited
face-to-face classes given the
fact that even those countries
that might achieve the maximum
infection control measures
failed to continue the almost similar
type of set up. Will it not be a
waste of time because of a failed
initiative or worse, will it not be a
waste of life because of a failed or
crooked decision-making process?
Of course, there is nothing
wrong with trying, but this
trial will not only expose the
children to the risk of acquiring
COVID-19 but also their
family members. Besides, school
employees who belong to the security
sector, the sanitary sector, and
even teachers are at risk. And once
the spike in the number of cases
where a trial will be conducted,
will the government be ready to
accommodate the type of healthcare
they need? Will the government
be ready for the overwhelming
number of cases and deaths?
Although it is just a trial, it
will still allow the transmission of
the virus to exacerbate the giving
the result to all the previously mentioned
worse possible outcomes.
The reason why several educational
institutions, especially private educational
institutions still initiate to
postpone the occurrence of faceto-face
classes to lower down the
risk of another high wave of cases.
If there will be a time for
the government to reconsider
this decision, now is that time.
Indeed, FtF could be the best option
for next year, but FtF does
not only mean Face-to-Face, but
it could also mean Face the Facts.

Coming To Terms
with the New Normal
The COVID-19 pandemic is
at a record height, and the
country’s lack of support and
preparation has robbed so
many Filipinos of their opportunities,
experiences,
and livelihood. No one imagines
staying at their home
for nine months or longer.
Last March 16, 2020,
President Rodrigo Duterte declared
the beginning of the
Enhanced Community Quarantine
(ECQ) in Luzon, which
was also the week for the final
examinations for some educational
institutions. As the
ECQ was declared, the education
was paused and gave
students and faculty members
a wave of relief as they would
finally get a break from academic
and work pressures.
The media labeled the situation
as the “New Normal.”
For the time being, it
felt like it was too early to call
it that. It could not possibly be
the new norm, as we have not
been quarantined for that long.
Months would then pass by,
and we are still at home that
may have convinced some families
to accept that it is indeed
the new normal, while some
are wondering that it is not the
case. Maybe it was hope that
kept them from wholeheartedly
accepting changes; if it isn’t
hope, then perhaps it was fear.
The nine months that
we had spent at home were
difficult enough since we were
forced to adapt to a situation
we have never encountered
before, and we are still not
prepared for it despite living in
this horrible condition for almost
a year. I’d like to think that
most students were dismayed
once they found out that next
semester will also be held
online, and it would be no
surprise if there would be
an increased number of students
who wouldn’t be enrolling
for the next semester
due to the difficulties it
brought that may have been
too much to bear for some.
Realizing that there
wouldn’t be face-to-face classes
slapped me in the face and
acknowledged the new normal.
It’s like I went through the
five stages of grief when I heard
this, and well, I know there are
others out there who also find
it is hard to accept until now.
Even then, I still can’t help but
feel contempt towards individuals
who would carelessly step
out of their homes especially
when it’s unnecessary, and as
much as I’d like to hold them
accountable for being part of
the reason as to why more
7 OPINION
and more people are at the
risk of getting exposed to the
virus, I do not wish to interfere
with how people cope
with the difficulties that
the pandemic has brought.
Maybe being able to
spend time with their loved
ones is what they needed to
keep themselves from being
bothered by the restrictions
placed. It’s too complicated,
and it’s different for everyone,
but even so, the pandemic
is still very much real,
and as difficult as it is to accept,
we need to live according
to the rules and expectations
of our present situation.
Alas, a glimpse of light
at the end of the tunnel as
new vaccines are released to
the public, but the danger is
far from over. We must remain
vigilant against the real threat
of contracting the SARS-CoV-2.
The Vaccine Race
while the calendar has changed,
the pandemic continues to
engulf the world. But in this
New Year, we might have the
tool that can turn the tide.
Collectively, this worldwide
vaccination campaign is
a titanic task that is almost unparalleled
in modern medicine.
While the vaccines may seem
like a huge blessing, we should
remain observant. This is an unprecedented
event —no vaccine
in history has been developed
in such a quick period. To develop
a vaccine and essentially
say that it is safe and works
for most people without any
long-term effects would take
extensive research and time.
The previous record-holder
was the mumps vaccine in
1967, having developed in 4
years. Earlier experimental vaccines
were developed by different
pharmaceutical companies, before
the success of “Mumpsvax.”
To date, several pharmaceutical
companies are
battling it out to develop the
most successful vaccine in the
fight against the SARS-CoV-2.
When Russia announced the
Sputnik V within a short period,
Pfizer then announced their product.
We cannot help but wonder
why their timelines are too close.
While we understand
that they are both working on
the solution, the announcements
seem hurried in such a
manner that it becomes a race
for prestige. It is about pressure
from the competition, and with
hasty decisions, we may be compromising
the quality and the
safety of the public. In the succeeding
months, companies like
Pfizer, Moderna, and Sinovac
Biotech announced worldwide
their experimental vaccines.
Consequent to our delight
to hear this development,
there are still some questions
concerning the long-term reliability
of the vaccine and the unnecessary
side effects. People start to
wonder if it was truly rushed and if
there was a compromise in terms of
the vaccines’ overall performance.
One of the biggest concerns
is if some pharmaceutical
companies kept most of their information
regarding their products
undisclosed and the initial
details lead to people’s curiosity,
particularly in an event where the
world is counting on every bit of
information to save humanity.
By delaying responses and keeping
the details hidden, we do not
gain the trust of the public. Nevertheless,
some people - most
especially our frontliners who
volunteered to get vaccinated,
do not know what could happen
- and some doctors posted that
despite their doubts, they understood
the benefits of vaccination.
However, these products
may carry short-term benefits
since it was hastily produced and
would still require extensive studies.
The public needs to be informed
of the basic mechanisms
of these new vaccines in a way
that they will understand.Through
this public awareness campaign,
we could lessen vaccine hesitancy
and subsequently provide
better transparency. This will be
aligned with the Local Government
Units (LGUs) scrambling to
purchase vaccines from different
pharmaceutical companies.
Consequently, the vaccine
race has been pecked on by
politics to some degree, and that
by putting pride over the public’s
health, we are endangering our
people. To be vaccinated immediately
as there are still substantial
risks aside from the typical side effects
of vaccination is hazardous.
It seems that our top priority
is observing the effects on
those who volunteered to get
vaccinated and keep our mask
on. We cannot win the long-term
fight against the virus if we are
not strategic, if we do not understand
the science behind it,
and are complacent. And while
these vaccines may have achieved
breakthroughs, we still have a long
way to go before winning this war.

OPINION
8
T
he first semester of
school year 2020-
2021 went by quite interestingly,
with more than
a few pauses in between
due to frequent typhoons
and internet connectivity
issues. The flexible learning
modality implemented by
the university provided a
different avenue for its students
to continue their education
whilst being home.
However, this option did not
go by quite smoothly as we
all hoped, and the adjustment
period for students
was painstakingly long.
The main problem encountered
by many —both
students and professors
alike is the unstable internet
connection, especially
for those who are studying
or teaching in far-flung areas.
The average student
population in the country
equates to more than 23
million enrollees for this
school year. According to
a recent article by Enquire
Magazine, based on recent
studies, the Philippines
ranks as one of the countries
with the slowest, least stable,
and secure, and not to mention,
most expensive internet.
The fact that the entire
student population plus
800,000 teachers in our country
are trying to share and
secure their connection provided
only by five major telecommunications
companies
with approximately 18,000
cell sites is not enough and a
national problem on its own.
Aside from that, four
consecutive typhoons, with
the last catastrophic one,
typhoon Ulysses, devastated
the Filipino people and
drowned the most frequently
flooded areas at a much
faster rate compared to typhoon
Ondoy. Education
was again put on hold for
a few weeks to allow students
and teachers to recuperate.
This pandemic we
are still facing and the miniature
disasters that entail
it is enough to drive anyone
half-mad. Our professors
alone work double-time to
accom modate every need
of their students, which is
An Update on Online
Classes: How It’s Going
not enough to compensate
for all the other academic-related
problems we all have.
Online classes are not
as easy as everyone thinks.
You would notice there are
not enough hours in a day,
and even in the comforts
of your own home, it is not
exactly the optimal environment
for learning. A lot
of people say, “Time Management”
is the key. But in
the words of our beloved
college Dean, there is no
such thing as time management.
There will always
be various circumstances
that can spontaneously
pop-up, thus altering
your supposed schedule.
In addition, balancing
schoolwork with household
and personal endeavors,
financially speak ing, online
classes are not cheaper
than a regular face-toface
class. I believe some
students who enrolled this
year, in general, took the
risk of enrolling this semester
due to the anxiety of
being ‘late’ in graduating.
It is as if studying in these
times is not because of one’s
free will and determination,
but more about fear and obligation.
When asked, ‘how is
it going?’ the easiest way to
respond is, “it’s going.” Saying
“It’s okay” is difficult because
nothing is ever, ‘okay’
until this somewhat endless
adverse time loop we are
stuck in comes to an end.
Online classes for
Medical Technology is doable,
but it is the proficiency
that is being sacrificed. It is
the skill that is perfected in
an actual laboratory setting
that is compromised. With
the second semester to be
held still using the flexible
learning modality of the
university. Will the adjustment
period be as long?
Have the students already
adapted to this kind of setup?
Some have, but most
of us are still struggling to
keep up; not everyone is
hard wired to adapt quickly.
We have to empathize
with those who are lagging
for us to finish strong.
Freedom of the
The power of the media is
too great to be given
and handled loosely. As
much as we don’t like to
admit it, the media controls
the world. And if anyone
with money can alter
what was published, what
is left for us to believe?
According to a recent
survey, the 2020 World Press
Freedom Index ranks the Philippines
at 136th place out of
180 countries as being one of
the worst countries to exercise
Press
the freedom to publish. With
a total of 86 journalists murdered
from 1992 to 2021 and
hundreds more convicted and
sued for libel, not taking into
account other media personnel
and publishers. Freedom
of speech in the 1987
Constitution states that we
are well within our rights to
express our truths as long
as it’s not solely to provoke
others and their opinion.
It is very important not
to misconstrue freedom of
speech and the Bill of Rights as
an excuse to do as we please
without expecting any form
of condign retaliation. Yes,
we are relatively free to do
and say what we want. However,
we must always remain
within reason, which leads
me to realize when Aristotle
defined rhetorical appeals
as ethos, pathos, and logos,
it seems far too simple now
for the media to categorize
them as just ‘this’ and ‘that.’
What a world we must live
in if credibility was the only
threat to our freedom.
Journalism is about
capturing and publishing information
that prioritizes the
public good above all else. It
doesn’t have biases and never
picks a side oter than the
truth. The truth isn’t always
for everyone; more often than
not, it’s ruthless and unforgiving.
Freedom of speech is continuously
perceived to be fundamental
when talking about
democracy. Take it away - you
will take away our liberty.

9 OPINION
by Faith Ashley E. Godilano
Given that this Academic Year is being conducted online, I asked several College of Medical
Technology (CMT) students regarding their whole experience during the first semester.
Amber Calalay
1MT02
Lloyd Philip Chiu
3MT01
Online learning can be challenging at first, but there are a
lot of advantages to consider once you adjust to the new
method. Although I feel like I’m missing out on a lot of
things like the usual, “college experience” because of this
setup, I think online classes are convenient, and very flexible
which enables me to choose my learning atmosphere
that best suits my needs. However, it is a very complex situation,
as it also makes me feel like I am responsible for my
own education. Overall, the first semester has been a series
of adjustments to hopefully get used to next semester.
Face to face class is indeed a challenge already. However,
it became more challenging when everything shifted
to online. I’ve learned that I have to be self-disciplined
and able to work well on my own. Honestly, at
first, it is not easy as we go along with the day-to-day
meet-up on G-meet and TLC, turned into fun and exciting!
I always reminded myself that we do not grow
when things are easy. We grow when we face challenges.
I would describe my experience in the entirety of the
first semester as both exciting and exhausting. Although
this new environment stimulates an increase in my cortisol,
a.k.a. stress hormone, I think I became more ready,
more prepared, and more equipped for the next semester.
Figuratively, it was like I entered the health care institution
as a wondering patient who thinks she just woke
up from a coma. However, now that I exited it with my
newly gained knowledge and confidence, I think I can
enter the institution again as an intern with more skills
and more competence. Thus, in a way, I would never
improve without a mere taste of the online classes
in the first semester. I learned and am grateful for that.
Gemwell Ilagan
2MT03
As a student in my clinical year and as a council officer,
we had to adapt to this new learning experience.
I had a hard time gauging the impact of this set up the
first few months of online classes. It was hard to balance
both responsibilities, but I got the hang of it as time
goes by. Though it was hard to study and be socially responsible
on both ends, it was a challenge worth taking.
Francis Bry Imperial
3MT02
Genesis Lucena
4MT01
It wasn’t a big deal for me personally because there are
times that I can finish my activities fast. I was able to study
ahead for my board exam because I have so much time.
Although I was in an internship, I have struggles that I am
concerned about, such as my skills and experiences as a
medical technology student. I am wondering how to get
a job without skills and enough experience as a Medical
Technologist. I pray that the pandemic will end soon.
So we can continue and improve education and society.
This semester was interesting. Although it would’ve been
ideal and good to experience an internship at a hospital,
given that everything was online, and that’s what best
and safest during this pandemic. And I’d like to highlight
and commend the attentiveness and understanding
of our clinical instructor. These are some hard times,
and they always looked out for each of our situations.
Even though I’m a bit melancholy over not experiencing
a regular internship, I’m grateful and appreciate the
time that I’m getting with my family now that I’m home.
Jasmin Bacabac
4MT01

FEATURE
10
Taking numerous quizzes and
catching up on the deadlines is undoubtedly
exhausting in a whole day
virtual class, yet it can be alleviated
with food, song, quotes or verses,
and online apps. By now, everyone
must have found new routines and
alternatives to ease up the challenges
brought by online class. If you
have not discovered yours or you are
down for exploring, sit back and relax
as you read through the things that
got students through online classes.
SNACKS & BREVERAGES
1. Instant Noodles or Pancit
Canton with Coffee
Getting up early in the morning
is challenging after pulling an
all-nighter. Pairing up your morning
coffee with instant noodles
can be the best match to save time
and catch up with your 7:30 class.
2. Nuts and Fruits
Aside from the vitamins you
get from fruits, nuts can also improve
your brain function which helps your
memory, cognition, concentration,
and learning process. Without a
doubt, fruits and nuts are the healthiest
options to devour while listening
to your professor’s discussion.
3. Overnight Oats and Fruit
Smoothies
The lockdown definitely added
an extra pound on everyone’s
weight after months of eating every
food we crave for. This is a great option
if you want to lose that “pandemic
fats” and cut down food rich in
calories. Overnight oats can be easily
prepared at night, while smoothies
can be made in less than 5 minutes,
which is a good choice when you are
running late for your morning class.
4. Street Foods and H2O
It is now a lot harder to find
street food vendors especially with the
risk of catching the virus. But if you see
one, probably you cannot miss it. You
can pair your favorite fishball, kikiam,
kwek-kwek, and squid ball with water
to lessen the guilt of eating unhealthy
while having your afternoon class.
5. Fast Food
Various fast-food chains can be
found along the street of E. Rodriguez.
It has become a get-together place for
students after classes, by that, every
Trinitian must have missed it. To satisfy
your cravings for Jollibee and/or
McDonald’s meals, you can opt for delivery
of your favorite fast-food meal
at the comfort of your own homes
with less risk of catching the virus.
QUOTES & BIBLE VERSES
1. Time is Gold
Nothing is more nerve-wracking
than taking a time-limited quiz
only for your internet connection to
slow down or even malfunction. We
might have not realized how important
time is before, nonetheless, this
pandemic reminded us that time is
ticking and every second is precious.
2. “Yesterday is history, tomorrow
is a mystery, but today
is a gift – that is why it is
called the present” by Master
Oogway, Kung Fu Panda.
Always focus on what’s
with today. Cherish and live the
moment because, by tomorrow,
today will be the past. Adapting to
this new normal is indeed burdensome.
We were used to studying in
school and resting at home, which
makes it even harder tochange
the atmosphere of our rooms into
a place like a classroom. We cannot
do anything else but to face
the reality and finish the day-today
classes without wasting the
effo-rts of our pro-viders. Focus
on whatyou are currently doing
and try to finish it within the day.
When already done, continue the
next task that is scheduled to be
done.
3. “Whatever you do, work
at it with all your heart, as
working for the Lord, not
for human masters.” Colossians
3:23
Working hard on
something and failing, in
the end, can dishearten
anyone. However, being
reminded that what we
do is for God and not for
the people around us nor
our pleasure, can diminish
the pressures we are carrying.
4. It always seems impossible
until it is done
It is normal to be overwhelmed
with how far we
are from our goals. One can
lose the passion when pressured
with the unlikeliness
of the dreams to come true.
Despite that, it is important
to be reminded that anything
may seem impossible until the
moment that it is already right
in front of us. Another semester
of online classes may seem
impossible, but remember we
said the same thing on the first
day of the first semester yet we
survived it.
5. I can do all things through
Christ who strengthens me. Philippians
4:13
Losing confidence about one’s
ability is a normal thing especially with
the current situation. This Bible verse is a
reminder that God is rooting for you during
your dreadful days. You just have
to pray to Him about your
concerns and weak
-nesses and inte
-rnalize that
God allows
you to do
things you
normally
cannot.
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SONGS & ARTISTS
1. Planetshakers
Like the Lord Almighty,
worship songs will comfort you
at your difficult times. Music by
Planetshakers can remind you of
how faithful God has been in your
life and how small
your
is
problem
compared
to Him.
2. Ben & Ben
With the soothing strums of
the electric guitar, and the melodic
sound of the keyboards incorporated
with drums, bass, percussion, and violins
and the vocals of the members;
Ben&Ben never fails to amaze us with
their music. Whether you are struggling
with the whole setup of an online
class or recovering from a failed quiz,
their music can make you express feelings
that you cannot put into words.
3. K-pop Groups
The visuals, the aesthetic
productions, the mesmerizing choreographies,
catchy songs paired
with idols who are totally different
on stage and off-stage can all
be found in K-pop groups. It would
not harm you if you stan girl groups
like Mamamoo, B L A C K P I N K ,
Twice and boy groups like
Monsta X, and co-ed groups
like KARD. You are definitely
missing out if you do not
listen to at least
one K-pop group.
4. Lo-fi Hip-hop Radio
Studying alone without anyone
reminding you to
get off your
phone and continue
reading the second paragraph
you are stuck on for
the past 30 minutes
can be challenging. Tuning
in to the live stream of
ChilleCow on YouTube will
give you background noise
and can be helpful to stay
awake as viewers of the
live stream are also
staying up to study like you.
5. Classical Music
Studies show that classical
music provides a calming
effect on individuals and
reduces anxiety and heart
rate. You can never go
wrong with Piano Sonata
No. 8 in A Minor if you want
to focus on the task
at hand and ease the
anxiety every examination gives.
DIGITAL APPLICATIONS
1. Canva
Online classes will not spare
you from class reporting. Canva,
with a user-friendly interface
and thousands of templates,
serves as a great help to
have an enticing presentation. Us
ing the university email, you can
have unlimited premium access
to all the features Canva offers.
2. YouTube
An unstable internet con-
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discussions. With numerous educational
videos on YouTube, you can easily
catch up and understand a topic you
missed. It can also be a good source
of entertainment videos to unwind.
3. Human Anatomy Atlas 2021 by
Visible Body
Visualizing where your sphenoid
bone, pituitary gland, and buccinator
muscle with just the use of
2D illustrations can be difficult. With
the aid of an atlas mobile application
with features such as augmented reality,
you can make your Anatomy
subject a lot easier to understand.
4. Note taking Apps
Digital note-taking apps like
Notion, Evernote and One Note paved
the way for a greener alternative to
pen and paper. With these mobile applications,
you can access your notes
from multiple devices without having
to worry about losing important information.
The university email provided
to every Trinitian can be of use to maximize
limited features within these
apps. Hundreds of note-taking apps
are available on PC and mobile. You
might want to start exploring now to
find the app that will work best for you.
5. Bible Apps
“Man shall not live by bread
alone, but by every word that proceedeth
out of the mouth of God”
(Matthew 4:4). Pressures of online
classes can diminish with the aid of
a good night sleep, a breath of fresh
air, friends and family. Yet, nothing
is compared to the comfort of our
Creator’s caring and loving words.
If we spend a great deal of our energy
to restore our physical, mental
and emotional beings, what more
should allot for our spiritual beings?
Meditating on God’s word with the
use of mobile Bible applications has
undoubtedly saved me from drowning
during days of uncertainties.
With the aforementioned
recommendations, there is no
guarantee that what worked for
Jack Nicholas Busa, Kyle Bernie
Ramos, Sophia Viviane Datu,
and Zoe Natividad will also work
for you. Even so, you can never
go wrong trying out what works
best for you to cope up with the
upcoming five stressful yet rewarding
months of online classes.
Hopefully, one snack, song, artist,
movie, series, mobile application,
quote, or Bible verse recommended
can help you make another
semester better, and a lot easier
to endure. Padayon Medtech!

FEATURE
12
QUIRKS Quirks OF of CMT FACULTY Faculty
by Sophia Viviane B. Datu
“Children…” Once this endearing term is heard, there is no doubt that this is a call coming from a faculty of the College of Medical Technology.
Throughout the years, this has been the ‘signature’ term of endearment whenever in class or addressing the student body as a whole. Well, aside
from this form of fondness, there are more habitual gestures to discover from each of the faculties. Read through to further explore how peculiar our CMT faculty are!
1. Dean Dr. Maria Teresa T. Rodriguez, EdD, MSMT
11. Dr. Anne Florence Victoriano-Belvis, RMT, MSPH, PhD
Both a motherly figure and an eloquent educator - surely the CMT got
the best dean any college would ask for! Aside from reminding the 4Cs
in every meeting and talking about the essence of ‘self-management’,
asking questions in the middle of discussions needed to be answered for only a
matter of seconds is one of her known thrilling methods to assess and empower
the students. Without a doubt, her presence makes the students nervous, yet
rest-assured that she lets everyone comfortably speak their thoughts with her.
2. Academic Head Asst. Prof. Violie N. Bascao, RMT, MSMT,
MaEd
Asst. Prof. Violie is known to provide quality learning, knowing how
critical it is to be in the clinical years. Yet aside from kidding around
about her students who get asleep whenever she teaches, she tends to
make the atmosphere of the class enjoyable from time to time.
3. Clinical Head Asst. Prof. Jude Anthony C. Trinidad, RMT,
MSMT, ASCPi
“Are you asking me a question?” is one of the unforgettable lines that
his students remember about him. Also, his “daddy” jokes entertain the
class in the middle of an intense Microbiology lecture in which others find
amusing!
4. Asst. Prof. Dante C. Rarangol, MSHSM
Who would forget the line “Actually…Guys...” from one of the professors
who dserve a loyalty award from the College of Medical Technology!
Years may pass, but the knowledge he imparts would totally last.
5. Dr. Mark D. Francisco, PhD, MSMT
The comeback of the “chill” doctor in the faculty has overwhelmed
his classes. When it comes to motivating and inspiring the struggling
students in their clinical year, he is definitely a pro!
6. Atty. Jean Joan D. Polido, MD
“The Lord put that part of your body there because…” this is how Atty.
Doctor Polido lets her students remember the lessons by applying the
purpose and reason behind each scientific concept. To keep the class
active, plus points per correct answers are given, as an additional score to the
quizzes; a great motivation indeed especially when grades get out of hand.
7. Asst. Prof. Faye Marjorie C. Rubico, RMT, MPH
Undoubtedly the prof who got great skills in setting the mood of the
class with her best-of-the-best playlist. Prof. Rubico’s millennial vibes
fascinate the students along with her being a considerate mentor!
8. Asst. Prof. Rona Maye G. Trinidad, RMT, MSMT
She is one of the professors who encourages the most! She makes the
students unafraid to take quizzes with the way she delivers the lessons.
Both a professor and a mother-figure in one. No wonder she is totally
a perfect match with Sir Jude!
9. Dr. Irene V. Columbano, MD, FPAFP
Perks of being her student? Free check-up per student every class
meeting! What she does not like the most is when students feel sad for
their grades; she makes sure to give considerations and provides the class
a room for improvement whenever the going gets tough.
10. Ms. Cristina D. Coralde, RMT
Another popular line that the students would never forget is the
“Okay na?” matched with the caring tone coming from the cheerful
Ma’am Coralde, who always checks up on her students throughout the
class discussion with compassion and joyous laughter.
A definition of a “good as perfect” —probably the mentor who would
help each student keep up even when struggling and prefers that
everyone is following the pace of the discussion. She ensures that no
student is left behind.
12. Mr. Jomar Adams Ganding, RMT
Now, “here’s the thing...” when talking about the strict and supportive
combination, then Sir Jomar pops into the students’ minds. Surely his
line “Let’s move forward,” also catches the attention of the class during
his discussions.
13. Mr. Nathaniel Veron M. Casamina, RMT, ASCPi
If Sir Jude is the “Daddy” Joker, Sir Nathan would probably be the Jr.
Joker! Also known as SuperNathan to his students as the filtrates —that
is how humorous Sir Nathan is. Another known trait of Sir Nathan is his ability
to empathize with the students making his class one of the ‘favorites’ which the
students attend.
14. Ms. Aila Nell C. Sarmiento, RMT
She got her favorite muscle, bone, tissue, etc., which she shares with
the class, little did she know that she is also one of the favorite mentors
even though she is unpredictable —legit. Ma’am Nell might be one of the
strictest, yet her out-of-the-blue jokes and comments make the students look
forward to her class.
15. Mr. Angelo Christian O. De Guzman, RMT, SO1
“Okay,” one word you can actually hear averaging 100 times per class
discussion of Sir Gelo. He is considered to be one of the coolest and
best-looking mentors that can be found in the college; everyone would
definitely agree with it!
16. Asst. Prof. Victor B. Perlas, Jr., RMT, MPH
Sir Vico, even though the newest in the college, is one of the most
loved professors during the clinical years. He is known particularly for
making jokes or side comments that students would not expect, but would
laugh at it anyways.
17. Asst. Prof. Nathaniel De Vera, MSc
High caliber complemented with warm aura is embodied by no other
than Prof. De Vera! Even being one of the top tiers, he teaches with
humility making his classes one of the most awaited by his students.
18. Ms. Johnsy Margotte Ruallo, RMT
Talk about the charms and eloquence, surely Ms. Ruallo owned it!
Welcomed by the freshmen is a laudable mentor making her students
embrace her class more!
29. Ms. Portia T. Torilla
Who would not know the one and only CMT Secretary! Her
commitment and dedication to addressing the needs of the student
body imply how she does her job so well that nobody might even outdo her.
20. Mr. Bernard Lorenz C. Robles, RMT
Looking for a skillful phlebotomist in the college? Then Sir Bernard is
ready to impart his skills and abilities when it comes to that section!
Not to mention him being sassy in a good way is one of the noticeable
traits that stand out in him during class.

The Power of
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Dedication
Learning is always a process. It is like a story building, we all
have our rising action, we reach our climax, we also feel the denouement.
Despite that, our goal is always a worthwhile ending. If one
feels defeated, take a breather and continue to try again. -V. Perlas Jr.
The life of a professor is a consistent balancing act where they
attempt to mix and match personal and proficient duties under the
unavoidable pressure of overseeing assumptions in a frequently hyper-competitive
culture. There is always a dread that they may fail,
a sense that if that somehow managed to occur, they could be alone
and the one at blame. Society assumes that they ought to be mature
enough, experienced enough, and adequately intense to withstand
all the pressure that accompanies the work. Being a faculty member
in a college can be one of the most fulfilling professions, however,
it has likewise become one of the most distressing positions.
In 2020, the College of Medical Technology (CMT) welcomed
a new Assistant Professor. He completed his degree at Cagayan State
University, with both BS and MS degrees in the field of Medical Laboratory
Science and 9 years in service as a Registered Medical Technologist
of the country. Described by his students as a kind, approachable
and hard-working professor, he is Assistant Professor
Victor “Vico” Perlas Jr. RMT, MPH. We interviewed him about his experiences
working at TUA-CMT, his drive through his profession, and
his message to all aspiring future Medical Technology students like us.
by Ashley Alexis U. Guevarra
this track. The drive to leave a footprint in establishing the core values
of the future healers kept me passionate about my work. “
Despite the burnout and new adjustments, he was able to be resilient
up until this day. “During my college years, I would say everything did
not fall into my expectations. My first two years in college were the happiest.
I learned to balance both academics and co-curricular tasks. I remembered
one of the most challenging yet amazing moments I had as a sophomore
student was when I was chosen to be the Editor-in-Chief of the official school
paper of the University system. I was so motivated to do the best and to be the
best I could be. I enjoyed it a lot because journalism has been my first love.”
Entering Junior year was also a lot of adjustment for Sir Vico.
But with his strong will, he was able to go through it. He said, “I little
by little dropped my extra activities when I reached my junior
year. I heard that urban legend circulating in all Medical Technology
schools, that is, you do not sleep when you reach the third year. True
enough, all major subjects tend to be time demanding. Despite that,
we had to accept the challenge wholeheartedly, so I did. I was enjoying
every moment of it even though things were topsy-turvy. I am willing
to learn from my mistakes and I learned not to be afraid of failing.”
Going downhill with personal problems became his strength
in finding the true essence through his journey in the field of Medical
Technology.
Working exhaustedly from nine-to-five hours does not only apply
to educators but also among other professionals, yet still continues to accomplish
daily duties because it is a lifetime commitment. ”Each day starts
early but ends late. I learned to love this routine. Teaching is not an easy
job, but very fulfilling. I start my day by reviewing my plans for the day, then
I offer a little prayer as I offer that these plans are to be guided by the Almighty.
If things turn out well as expected, I end my day by analyzing what
improvements I could incorporate based on the students’ needs. Then I
plan for the next day. I wrap up by studying my next activities or lessons.”
“As exciting as it is, it can also be overwhelming,” Sir Vico learns
through his peers. He said it is almost an instinct or some kind of sixth
sense. “The possibility of experiencing different atmospheres or emotions
each day made me very interested in academe. I get to see how
students and faculty members express themselves in the most toxic
situations of their life. I learn from it. It also made me develop an instinct
as to how to deal with such scenarios.” He also added, “I would
say TUA’s CMT is one of the best organizations I worked with. The
faculty headed by Dean Rodriguez are all emphatic to students. “
Leading students towards
succeeding in the field is his
main goal. Even if it demands
too much time and energy,
his drive still pushes him.
“There are many reasons
why I continue my career
in Medical Technology
specifically as a Medical
Technologist working in
the academe. One of the
most striking reasons is
that I can (in a way) be an
influence on the young
aspiring Medical
Technologist. I did not
study Medical Technology
as a course to become
an educator, but
my path was
destined
for
“While I thought I was going through the hardest in my academic
endeavor, I was wrong. My father got sick just a few weeks after
I started in our second semester and I felt so useless during those days
for my knowledge was not enough to know how he was going or whatnot.
That was my darkest moment in school and at home. Before the
semester ended, my father joined our Creator. I doubted myself, how
could I even wear the whole white uniform while I was useless during
my father’s suffering? During those times of contemplation, I gave up
on Medical Technology and all dreams to further my education in Medicine
or whatnot. My family, my Dean, my professors, and my classmates
in the Medical Technology Department showed me a perspective I was
not seeing during those times. They showed me that despite all the cowardly
emotions I felt during that time, they are willing to walk with me
and be my light. I was so blessed that I had them guiding me throughout.
I then finished Medical Technology while conquering myself doubts.”
Also, he enjoys simple yet satisfying compliments coming from
his students and community. “The best experience for me is when parents
call and acknowledge me as to how I reared their children in
school. I usually don’t give up on hard students. I mean we all experience
different walks in life and I completely understand that school
is not the sole problem of the students and I am willing to synchronize
learning to fit the needs of the students. With me doing this over the
years, it is very fulfilling to be recognized and be known in such a way. “
A lot of teachers and students faced a lot of learning and challenges
throughout online teaching. According to Sir Vico, communication is
the key. “For me, I would consider amazing communication between the
educator and the students is the key to learning despite the interference
of connectivity. Online teaching is very difficult, much more with online
learning. It is significant to get to know each student to craft a tailor-fit
learning strategy for each of them. Strategies to facilitate education is
very crucial in online learning. The end goal is to keep the students driven
to push thru and succeed over this endeavor of online education. “
Ending his interview with words of wisdom to the future frontliners
— his students, he asserts, “I definitely will just encourage them to
continue the love for learning and to keep their passion burning. We all
need a break or a little space, but we must not stop. While you thought
you were experiencing the hardest, remember my story, and keep going.
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap
a harvest if we do not give up (Galatians 6:9). In the field of Medical Technology
where one can be over others, it is really important to keep in mind
to always be grounded and to always do good even if no one sees you. “

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14
Aligning of the stars was witnessed once again
during the 52nd Founding Anniversary of the College of
Medical Technology last October 9, 2020, as the first-ever
eStellar Into the New Normal Mask-querade: Mr. and
Ms. Medical Technology 2020 dazzled virtually in every
comfort of CMT students’ homes. Among the contenders,
Mr. Joseph Michael Montero from 3MT03 and Ms.
Kimberly Grace Delos Reyes from 2MT02 outshined everyone
else as their majesty radiated through the screens
matched with the unwavering support of their batches.
With his unusual belief of not settling in his comfort
zone, there is no wonder that Mr. Montero poured
his heart out with the one-time opportunity. Keeping
his activities at a minimum was his initial idea yet with
the continuous persuasion coming from friends and
professors together with the
approval of his family, he decided
to shoot his shot. Everything was
challenging for him as he is
already in his clinical year, and
his last experience for
pageants was also four years
ago until Stellar happened.
&
MR. MS.
COLLEGE OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY 2020
One of his advocacies is to
become a role model for
his fellow Medical
Technology students.
Even though all are
bound in homes
where less interaction
is done with the
student body,
boundaries will never
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be a hindrance to fulfill his advocacies.
“It is important to have someone to
look up to because through our action we influence
them to strive and help them overcome
all the challenges in life in accordance in
the 4 Cs of the College of Medical Technology
which are Confidence, Competence, Communication
and Character,” Mr. Montero asserted.
Like the majority, becoming a medical doctor
is also one of his childhood dreams that he aspires
to achieve someday, and being hailed as the
Mr. College of Medical Technology is one of the
stepping stones that honed him to keep on striving.
His purpose of representing the Juniors is to prove
that they do not only devote themselves to studying
but also excel in extracurricular activities. With that
being said, he advanced one step higher out of his
comfort zone to give room for his self-improvement.
Embodying the epitome of grace, Ms. Delos
Reyes reigned possessing so much elegance which
made the night more memorable especially to the
sophomores. Aside from acquiring the beauty, she
captured the hearts of the whole college and the
judges with her wit being manifested even in her advocacy
—being a ray of light, just as she truly is, for
those students who are in the midst of dark times.
Moreover, during the preparation, she firmly
knew that she wanted to represent the College of
of Asia to showcase what a Medical Technology
student can do. Her goal is for the betterment of
college making it a safe space for all students that is
free from prejudice, bullying, and discrimination.
Since the online classes started, there were
also too many obstacles that she was able to encounter
yet managed to overcome. “As difficult as
online classes may seem, we should still look at the
bright side of it, because of these online classes we
will be able to know ourselves more and know our
capabilities better,” Ms. Delos Reyes affirmed as
she also continues to adapt with changes virtually.
Mr. Montero and Ms. Delos
Reyes will continuously serve as the
new face of the college and will
continue shedding inspiration and
hope for the whole student body.
Even though both of them are
experiencing the same sentiment
of how challenging it is
being in the online
setting, these two
will continue to
carry out their
advocacies to be
able to bridge any
gap between the
college and the
students.
Be
Acquainted
Being confined in an online setting of classes usually
limits progress, though this was confounded by the Philippine
Society of Medical Technology Students (PHISMETS) - Trinity
University of Asia (TUA) Chapter Officers as they remarkably
lead during the first semester of the academic year 2020-2021.
Since it’s been a while since they were first introduced, let us take
a closer look and get to know more of our PHISMETS Officers!
PRESIDENT: Milea Claire S.P. Castillo
“Time management and discipline are the most
important things to consider when balancing life as a
student and a student leader,” these words exhibit
how accountable Milea is when it comes to her
duties and responsibilities. One of her platforms that have been accomplished
is the improved PHISMETS’ Facebook page, where regular updates
regarding the college and the profession are being uploaded.
Despite the hectic schedule of online classes, what keeps
her going is the opportunity of wearing the most awaited white uniform
during the clinical years. Bacteriology has been her favorite
course so far, where she can delve into the impact of even the tiniest
organisms present in the body. Surely her mantra in life, striving
for progress and not perfection, will inspire more students to continue
and keep going even when courses seem to get perplexing.
VICE PRESIDENT: Jude Angelo C. Umandap
Seeing things as ‘challenging’ rather than ‘hard’ is what
Jude applies as he continues to practice self-management
as a student and as a leader in this virtual setting.
With his dreams in mind, he remains motivated
together with his friends who accompany him on
his journey, believing that working together is a success.
with
the
by Sophia Viviane B. Datu
SECRETARY: Eirene Ghia C. Lobendino
As the pandemic continues to upheave daily living, Eirene
is able to hold her ground with her family, friends, and
goals by her side. Taking breaks and rest while
balancing her responsibility as a student and duty as a
leader enables her to focus on her studies as well
as be active in her role as the PHISMETS Secretary.
Among the courses she already took, Community and Public Health is
what she enjoyed the most as it highlights how vital community service is for promoting
public health; it also enhanced her skills in critical thinking with regards to
health and well-being. Executing her platforms mainly, the CMT Hogwarts House
Tournament and Notion Collection Drive is also one of what she yearns to accomplish
as she continues to be in the organization. A line from the film Howl’s Moving
Castle: “They say that the best blaze burns the brightest when circumstances
are at their worst,” is what Eirene wants to share with her fellow students as a
reminder of how everyone can outshine whatever predicaments life may bring.
TREASURER: Pauline Mae L. Domingo
Through faith she continues to carry on with her life verse
Deuteronomy 31:6 “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid
or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes
with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you,” this is
how Pauline heartily conquers hurdles in life, especially in these trying times.
Serving as the Treasurer of PHISMETS, transparency for the student funds is
what she upholds in her platform. Goals are also set and scheduled accordingly
to keep track of the tasks she has as a student and as a leader at the same
time.
When it comes to academics, Human Anatomy and Physiology
with Pathophysiology is what interests her where the human
body system primarily its functions together with the diseases were
tackled. Knowingly, her heart is set on becoming a doctor and this is
what enables her to strive harder despite taking the classes online.
PHISMETS
Officers!
fuel up his mind to engage more in studying without forgetting
to actively execute his role as the PHISMETS Auditor.
execute his role as the PHISMETS Auditor.
Just like Pauline, his platforms were mainly about maintaining
transparency in raising funds and having transactions online
such as the Online Transparency and Go Ako sa Progreso! Developing
self-management equips him with whatever dilemma he might
encounter may it be about his studies or his duties as a student leader.
PRO – INTERNAL: Jerico Mhar G. Bolaños
“One among the other things that keep me going during online
class is the act of being gratified,” says Jerico, who
is thankful and content with the opportunities he has
amidst the hefty circumstance. He also believes that
self-management works better than time management since
this season is more of doing the duties at one’s own pace.
Engaging students is one of his accomplished platforms where
students were able to participate and be vocal in CMT’s activities. When
it comes to his studies, Clinical Bacteriology and Clinical Chemistry are
what he appreciates the most, which drive him to do better and keep
his eyes on his goals. As he continues to move forward with his battlefield,
what keeps him steady is by putting God first above everything else.
PRO – EXTERNAL: Louie Emmanuel C. Roque
Working better in face-to-face interactions makes Louie adjust
more in the online setting; just like everyone else
struggles. With these, one of his platforms is the
mental health seminar as he firmly believes that
isolation and lockdown take a serious toll on mental health. Although
he feels unfulfilled being in this condition, he still manages
to balance his priorities, responsibilities, and whatnots.
As the vice president, he was able to accomplish two of his platforms,
namely the Offline Update, where announcements were disseminated
through text messages, and the CMT Complaint Desk where students are
free to raise their concerns, suggestions, and complaints. Among his subjects,
what he enjoys the most is Clinical Parasitology since he was able to apply
what he learned in his daily life and has also shared these lessons with others.
His mantra is also one of the things worthy to be shared, especially with his
fellow students: “Don’t limit yourself. What you believe is what you achieve.”
Auditor.
AUDITOR: Lloyd Philip T. Chiu
Willingness to learn and discover is the foremost
motivation of Lloyd in dealing with the online classes.
Case studies, especially in Urinalysis and body fluids,
fuel up his mind to engage more in studying without
forgetting to actively execute his role as the PHISMETS
Principles of Medical Laboratory Science Practice 1 together
with Community and Public Health are his favorite courses which
are effectuated by the professors who efficiently imparted their knowledge.
Most likely, he made it through the semester with the support
of his friends virtually whom he knows are as sleepless as he is!

CMTScopes
H O R O S C O P E
by Alyssa Jade Gebulan
Graphics by: Christina Faye Valdez
15 ENTERTAINMENT
As a Medical Technology student, we believe in science, facts, or
sometimes theory -- but who doesn’t love a good horoscope
prediction? Another issue, another CMTscopes! For this issue, we
are serving you holiday treats and new year predictions! 2020 was a
trash fire, but 2021 isn’t all bad. Read on what’s going to happen
in your year ahead and take down notes (you might need it!)
a ARIES
This coming holiday, you better work, Aries!
Christmas break whomst? Mag aral
ka na, now na! For the year 2021, it’s
all about your mindset. Stay mindful, curious
and articulate — in short, chismosa
ng taon! Kidding aside, 2021 will help
you connect with like-minded people
who share your same vision in the future.
b TAURUS
Think bigger, Taurus! This holiday season
reminds you it’s not just this or that, but
so much more. Hindi lang lumpia or spaghetti
ang handa, marami ka pang choices
diyan! For the year 2021, congrats
bHie, you’ve already moved on. Finally, you’re
leaving the past in the past and opening up
to new and exciting possibilities. (bongga!)
zc GEMINI
Keep it real, Gemmy! ‘Tis the season to
be honest fa-la-la-la, la-la-la-la

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COMIC
HUB
by Regine Delos Santos
by Joseph Michael Montero
Wordhunt (MED TECH EDITION)
by Joseph Michael Montero
T
ake it easy, Katusok! Relax there for a moment.
De-stress for a bit and play. Can you
find all 20 MedTech related words? Can you
do it in 2 minutes? Nah. I’m kidding, take your
time, it ain’t that hard. Good luck, children!
• Syringe
• Confidence
• Vacutainer
• Handwashing
• Needles
• Characters
• Label
• Bloodsmear
• Median Vein
• Children
• Ethanol
• Integrity
• Competence

Movies
E X C I T I N G
a n d
t o w a t c h f o r
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Games
egardless of what sort of
R film you’re searching for -
sentiment, romance, drama,
comedy - there are movies that
are worth your wait and thrill
this year. Afterall, the previous
year, we were all cooped up in
our homes up until the present
time which has shown us
that there isn’t anything better
than a film to take us to
that dreamland that we want
to visit in reality. Somehow
the more streaming services
we get, the harder it can be to
choose! But no worries, buckle
up your seat and pop that popcorn,
since we made a list of the
most awaited movies of 2021.
by Ashley Alexis U. Guevarra
There are a lot of awesome games
to anticipate in 2021, and we are
happy to impart these rundown to
you. Researching through these impending
games was exciting. There
are so many fascinating, and engaging
games to anticipate this year.
2021 will give us a wide assortment
of genres like noir-style detective
thrillers, horror and battle games,
teen angst, and a couple of nostalgic
delights . The entirety of the games
in this rundown are scheduled to
come out within this year, and some
are as yet being handled. Each game
is equally ambitious in meeting its
goal, and that is to let you experience
that thrilling excitement. So
warm-up those thumbs because
they will be having a blast this year.
1. THE KING’S
MAN
Release date: March 12, 2021
2. BLACK WIDOW
Release date: May 7, 2021
3. FREE GUY
Release date: May 21, 2021
4. RESIDENT
EVIL
Release date: 2021
Authentically entertaining and intense as well as slick
and suave throughout its franchise. A movie not just
for gents but for all spy movie fans out there. The
King’s Man returns to its upcoming film in March 2021
from The Kingsman franchise.” A statesman spin-off is
still on the way”, said the director Matthew Vaughn.
The film is a prequel and the third film of the Kingsman
franchise. It unravels the history of how the
whole Kingsman came to exist in the first place of
this prequel, set in the early 1900s and would depict
the formation of the spy-agency. As a collection
of history’s worst tyrants and criminal masterminds
gather to plot a war to wipe out millions, one man
and his protégé must race against time to stop them.
— 20th Century Studios
Despite the tragic death of our beloved heroine,
Black Widow from the latest Marvel’s Avengers
Endgame. The fans will et a chance to see our beloved
heroine in her solo film next year. Following
the events of Captain America: Civil War (2016), Natasha
Romanoff, aka “Black widow” finds herself
alone, and confronts the darker parts of her ledger,
and faces her dark past with dangerous conspiracy
ties that her past arises. Natasha must deal with
her continuum as a spy and the broken relationships
left in her wake long before she became an Avenger.
When reality meets fantasy in a different dimension, anything
is possible to happen. An upcoming American Sci-fi
movie, starring Ryan Reynolds, directed by Shawn Levey.
The world needed a hero; they got a guy. “Free guy.” A
bank teller named Guy (Ryan Reynolds) discovers that
he’s actually an NPC (non-player character) inside a brutal,
open-world video game called Free City, Guy becomes
aware of his world being a video game and takes steps to
make himself the hero, creating a race against time to
save the game before the developers can shut it down.
If mystery and horror is your cup of tea, this new series
from Netflix should be added to your must-watch
bucket list!
Based on the Capcom game, Resident Evil is the upcoming
Netflix original series. The story takes place
over two timelines. The first of which involves 14-yearold
sisters Jade and Billie Wesker moving to New Raccoon
City. They come to recognize that their father
may be concealing dark secrets that could destroy the
series to explore the bouts of the inner workings of the Umbrella Corporation
and the new world order caused by the outbreak of the T-virus,
causing over 6 billion animals and people to be infected with the virus.
5. MORBIUS
Release date: 2021
Marvel’s Spiderman is one of the best action-filled
films and successful superhero movies ever made. But
next year Sony and Marvel will give us a new taste to
one of its classic villains Morbius. A biochemist who
turned into an immortal vampire. A Sony-Marvel film
that is based on Spiderman’s villain that will come in
the form of Morbius. Starring Jared Leto from Suicide
squad’s, Joker. The plot is about the biochemist
Michael Morbius who is suffering from a rare blood
illness and attempts to cure himself, yet when his test
turns out badly, he accidentally taints himself with a type of vampirism instead.
1. DEATHLOOP
Release date: May 21, 2021
Platform: PS5
2. HITMAN 3
Release date: January 20, 2021
Platform: PS4, PS5, XBOX One,
XBOX Series, PC
3. LITTLE NIGHTMARES
Release date: February 11, 2021
Platform: PC, XBOX one, PS4, Nintendo
switch
4. HOGWART’S LEGACY
Release date: 2021
Platform: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One,
Xbox Series X/S
5. RESIDENT EVIL 8:
VILLAGE
Release date: 2021
Platform: Windows, PlayStation 5,
Xbox Series X/S
Ever heard of Edge of Tomorrow? Where Tom
Cruise is stuck in a time loop and when he dies he
relive all those scenes from the start? Or do you play
Valorant? Then this game is for you! Coming from
Arkane Studios, Deathloop has a major part in the
job of Colt, a professional assassin that is stuck in
a time loop, awakening on a seashore at the island
of Blackreef. Different inhabitants of Blackreef, a
previous armed force base where bizarre investigations
had been held, have put resources into the
island and have accumulated during the current
night to hold a gathering that keeps going forever,
toward the end of each night, the island resets to
the beginning of the gathering in that time loop.
Are you a fan of Assassin’s Creed? Stealthy gameplay,
incredible killing options, and state-of-the-art
arsenals, you name it this game will definitely satisfy
you! Like its archetypes, Hitman 3 is a stealth
game played from a third-individual viewpoint
and players assume control of professional killer
Agent 47. In the game, 47 will travel to different
locations and do contracted assassinations that
focus across the globe. The base game highlights
six new areas, including Dubai, which was declared
close by the game, with Dartmoor and
Chongqing being reported subsequently. Players
who possessed Hitman (2016) and Hitman
2 (2018) will have the option to import guides,
levels, and their advancement into Hitman 3.
Warning! It may work its way in your dreams
as whispers in the game will haunt you! But I
assure you it is an interesting game that you
will never forget. Little Nightmares is getting
a sequel and Six is back. Gamers will be playing
as the new character Mano who journeys
to the world with six as his guide. It is an upcoming
puzzle-platformer horror adventure
game developed by Tarsier Studios and is
produced by Bandai Namco Entertainment.
Aspiring wizards and witches, get ready to experience
Hogwarts! Draco Dormiens Nunquam Titillandus! Hogwarts
Legacy will be set in the late 1800s, following a
student at Hogwarts. The player will get to choose
their Hogwarts House and go to classes at Hogwarts
School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and investigate
an open-world comprising of areas including the Forbidden
Forest and Hogsmeade Village. In the game,
the player character will figure out how to project
magic spells, brew potions, tame magical monsters,
and be an expert in battle abilities. A profound quality
framework will likewise assume a job in the game.
I can’t get enough of Resident Evil! One of the best
game franchises that will surely let you replay it
again in no time. Resident Evil Village is an upcoming
survival horror video game developed and
published by Capcom. It will be the tenth major installment
in the Resident Evil series and the sequel
to Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. Known for its heavily
atmospheric action-horror just like its other
franchise. The game reveals the comeback of the protagonist, Ethan, who
comes crashing down with Chris Redfield, and he travels down to an isolated
European village in pursuit of his mission. The setting has its dark secrets
and some settling horrors that lie within that will surely frighten its players.

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HOSPITAL PLAYLIST Hospital Playlist is one of the
dramas that would have its problems
solved by the end of the
10
episode instead of dragging it
out for a couple more episodes.
However, encountering sub-plots
may be refreshing for some. As
this drama includes a group of
who are medical professionals who also formed a
band together, the drama included music which then
became popular as the live concert for this drama was
well-received by the audiences. This drama is wholesome
and would be a slice-of-life type of series. As this
drama centers on a group of long-time friends who
became medical professionals and worked together
in the same institute, Iwouldn’tbe surprised if you and
your friends would aim to be like the characters in
this series. Who knows? Maybe this drama would be
a foreshadowing of you and your friends in the future?
The Record of Youth drama is
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about the growing numbers of
young individuals who try to
achieve their dreams and aspirations
in life despite the difficulties.
This drama was greeted
with mixed criticism as some
audiences felt like the first few episodes were too slow
while the others found the first few episodes to be the
best parts of the series. A lot of critics online commented
that they felt like was difficult to understand the latter
part of the series and were disappointed in how it was
written. Something that people seem to enjoy were the
characters present in the show and how well they were
portrayed by the actors. This drama was actively being
discussed online and the decision on whether this drama
is worth the watch is divided so we recommend that you
take this show for a spin and see what the fuss is all about!
Hi Bye, Mama! is a series that
doesn’t have an antagonist as everyone
is a victim as they face
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their predicaments. This drama
would also make you wonder
what you would do if you were
in the shoes of the character,
Yu-ri, who exists as a ghost that remained on earth. Yuri
is faced with the choice to exist once again but at the
cost of the happiness of both her husband who had remarried
and their daughter. As if that wasn’t enough
to consider, there is also the dilemma of whether she
will reveal herself to those who had been yearning
for her. It is no surprise that this drama is loved by its
viewers, as its plot is different. If in case you haven’t
heard of this series yet, add it to your “Watch later”
playlist or you could also go ahead and binge-watch
the drama because you definitely won’t regret it!
THE KING: ETERNAL MONARCH
This has been one of the most
anticipated K-drama series, and
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fans were left satisfied because
of the lessons on love and life
that were imparted on this show.
It is a slow-paced series and despite
the fans appreciating the
lessons in the show, it under-whelmed its audiences especially
when the writer behind this drama wrote Goblin
and Descendants of the Sun both of which became
popular so the standards were set pretty high on The
King: Eternal Monarch. Although if you have seen this
series and enjoyed the mystery and science fiction elements
of the show, you’d probably like Moon Lovers:
Scarlet Heart Ryeo as there are some similarities with
the vibes between the two dramas. The King: Eternal
Monarch is still worth the watch despite it performing
less than expected, but since this was Lee Min Ho’s first
drama after his military service, it probably explains
why it made it into the most-searched list of this year.
Top 10 Most Searched Korean Dramas of 2020
THE RECORD OF YOUTH
HI BYE, MAMA!
Backstreet Rookie has
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been mentioned several
times in online platforms
and communities, be it as
a series that they enjoyed
or disliked. The drama
features a strong and confident
female lead whilst
the male lead is portrayed as a shy individual.
his setup may not be 100%
unique but it is not cliché. Backstreet
Rookie was heavily criticized due to
the presence of sexual innuendos that
are not appropriate for public viewing.
The criticisms were mostly on how
the audiences did not expect the suggestive
content and did not mind the
plot of the drama. Of course, you could
give this drama a fair shot and see
whether the good criticisms outweigh
the bad criticisms the drama faced
but maybe do not watch this with
your parents. Just watch it for the plot.
This is a very relatable drama
even if you are not
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married, in a relationship,
or rich enough to be able
to afford a house too big
for a family of three in a
quiet neighborhood filled
with houses that are really,
just too big in general.
just too big in general. The World of
the Married is a nice drama if you’re
looking to take a break from watching
romantic comedies or Korean dramas
that usually have young adults as the
main characters. This show depicts just
how problems can make or break people
regardless of their social standing.
The actors played their roles perfectly
so that even their heartbreak and frustrations
can be felt by the viewers. The
characters in this series are very smart,
cunning, and bold in their own ways
that it’s easy to binge-watch as we anticipate
what will be happening next.
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In
by Kirsten Rain V. Lapuz
BACKSTREET ROOKIE
THE WORLD OF THE MARRIED
ITAEWON CLASS
case you’ve been living
under a rock, Itaewon
Class has been on a lot
of people’s binge-watch
recommendations. The
drama was well-received
by a lot of its audience
while some claimed that it did not live
to their expectations despite the massive
discussions and praise surrounding
the series. Itaewon Class is well-written
where even its sub-plots are interesting
and will have you hooked on the show.
This drama doesn’t revolve exclusively
around romance, which makes it all
better. Itaewon Class not only delivers
a good plot but also lessons in life
that we needed to be reminded of,
such as finding joy in the little things
and being brave enough to see people
for how they really are. Being skeptical
about the series is understandable
due to it being mildly cliché but it
wouldn’t be one of the most hypedup
series if it wasn’t all that good.
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Start
Up memes became viral,
especially the ones that
involved the two characters,
Han Ji Pyeong and Nam Do
San, as fans all over the world
debated on who the “best
boy” is. The Start Up drama
is a very modern series for
young adults and millennials to relate to,
as it tackles romance and business which
is very relevant, especially with the rise of
business establishments. A lot of people are
aggressively sharing their opinions and admiration
for this series online as they proudly
declare which romantic pairing they are
siding with. There is a big chance that watching
this series would trigger your “second
lead syndrome” (preference for the second
lead character) even if you didn’t know you
had it! Overall, this series is a must-watch,
and maybe then you’d also join the debate
between who the “best boy” really is.
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This
drama garnered a ton
of positive reviews for its
well-written plot and its ability
to represent a storyline
that focuses on mental illness
in such a way that it doesn’t
draw negative attention
and offend the community
which we may all admit, could be challenging
especially when the whole world
could criticize the show. As the show
reaches the audiences with all the emotions
the characters have felt including
pain, confusion, and anger. The series never
fails to include the importance of healing
as the characters face their challenges
with others and themselves. Each episode
will be better than the last and it balances
the overall emotions in the series as It’s
Okay to Not be Okay includes comic relief
as well as the sweet romance that rarely
goes missing with these Korean dramas.
1
START UP
IT’S OKAY TO NOT BE OKAY
CRASH LANDING ON YOU
This Korean drama series became
so popular that audiences
from different age groups
watched the show mainly because
of the lead character portrayed
by Hyun Bin and the interesting
plot that mainly takes
place in North Korea as the
female lead played by Son Ye-jin accidentally
finds herself in. The differences between
these two individuals drew a lot of viewers
into the series and witnessed the growth in
everyone’s character while they fell in love.
Everything in this drama was well-executed
and it was as funny as it was heart-warming
and nerve wracking. The ending may not
have been most satisfying, but it was practical
because both characters had something
in their lives that they couldn’t leave behind
even if they wanted to and it is okay. The
ending is written that way to consider the
practicability of the situation makes it more
immersive for for the audience as not everything
can go the way that we want it to
be but it could always be close enough and
I think that’s one of the things that makes
Crash Landing on You the most-searched
Korean drama series for the year 2020.

emed tech
M/memed-tek/
Everyone loves memes nowadays
don’t we? Hmmm shall
we unleash your inner passion
for memes? The mechanics are
simple: Create a caption for 3
blank templates below. It should
be related to Medical Technology
and Medicine. The Top 3
funniest/wittiest memes that
will receive the most number
of votes from the student body
to be administered via Google
Forms will be featured in the IN
FOCUS Official Facebook Page
and will receive a prize of Php
500.00, Php 400.00, Php 300.00
for tops 1, 2, and 3, respectively.
by Joseph Michael Montero
All submitted memes will be reviewed by the IN FOCUS Content Review and Regulatory Committee
and should meet the following general terms and conditions listed below:
1. All entries should only come from a bonafide student of Trinity University of Asia – College of
Medical Technology.
2. All submitted memes should be original and should not violate the Republic Act No. 8293 (Intellectual
Property Code of the Philippines).
3. No offensive or derogatory statements should be made against the Students, College, the University,
and the Medical Technology Profession.
4. Keep it simple and short.
5. All entries should be submitted to IN FOCUS’s official email: cmt.infocus@gmail.com on or before
March 8, 2021.
For a clearer copy of the memes, kindly go to this Google Drive Folder: https://drive.
google.com/drive/folders/1a8C7fPuIdy3UJ38DLfKUQm6D-jdkviXx?usp=sharing
CMT’S LABYRINTH
by Christina Faye Valdez
Oh no! Sy, Em T. is reviewing his notes for an upcoming
quiz but spaced repetition and compartmentalization
is not enough for him to ace his quiz. Can you guide
him through the maze to help him earn a 1.00 grade?

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CALLING ALL
ASPIRING
WRITERS AND
ARTISTS
WRITER
ARTIST
YOU CAN BE ONE OF US!
This coming school year, we are looking for people who embody the
college’s 4C’s of Resillience. If you have:
COMPETENCE
ONFIDENCE
OMMUNICATOR
HARACTER
Feel free to fill up this application form:
https://forms.gle/HCz1Mv4uoku1U1zp8

21 SPORTS
Good to Know:
Life before COVID-19