The True Magic of the Wand - A Daughter's Love

By: Desamparado "Ivan" Royo Jr., BA101A

"A cargo truck for my father because I want to help him. He is the most important man in my life". This was Jobelle's answer during the Question and Answer portion of STI's Campus Finals for Mr. & Ms. STI Novaliches when asked the question "If you have a magic wand, what is the one thing that you will ask for?".

Jobelle Montecillo, born on February 11, 1993, is a proud daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Jose Montecillo. An ordinary girl who loves watching TV and eating and hanging out with friends. A shy and simple young lady who had made the biggest comeback and impact during the said Talent Search.

During the opening production number of all the participants and contestants of the Talent Search, Jobelle faced obstacles early on. She fell down the stage which were seen by almost all of our classmates. We were terrified but relieved to have seen her back on her foot again and somewhat managed to dwell on the pain she had caught. As the old saying goes..."the show must go on...". And Jobelle just did!

"My goal is very hard to achieve but no matter what happens, win or lose, what's important is the experience", she said. This foregoing statement shows the innate determination of this young lady. Her beauty radiates the most during the Formal Wear competition with the glamorous green gown which complimented her very well. But this was just the facade of the true beauty of Jobelle...

During the Q & A portion, after hearing Jobelle's answer, we were all teary-eyed. Her answer pinched a portion in our hearts because of its honestly and sincerity. If others have answered the same question, we would have heard "World Peace!", "Wealth", "Fame" or "A Wish for the Wish to be Never-Ending".

Jobelle's love for her father was doubly magnified not only of her answer but also of the way she had said it... Pure, thoughtful, unselfish, loving... And that is the true magic of the wand... The love that transcends any boundaries...

A truly deserved 1st runner-up crown for Jobs... I salute you!!!

CHED holds 2nd National Capital Region Student Leadership Summit

By: Janina B. Jayme, BA501P

The 2nd National Capital Region Student Leadership Summit was conducted on July 30-31 at the Pearl Hall, SEAMEO INNOTECH, Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City, sponsored by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). This was in accordance with the provisions of Republic Act 7722 known as the "Higher Education Act of 1994".

This year's theme was "Advocacy and Awareness: Student Leaders in the Millennium Campaign". The program aimed to promote active, responsible and cooperative citizenship through student participation, self-government and leadership skills to uplift campus events on planning and management formation in various higher education institutions.

The program included current issues like climate change and Philippine Electoral Process. Other topics such as moral renewal program and good citizenship, social artistry, and public leadership were also discussed. Project W.A.T.C.H. (We Advocate Time Consciousness and Honesty) was also presented. A workshop about action planning was conducted as well.

Several resource speakers who are experts in their fields were invited to give their talk. They were as follows: Hon. Richard Alvin Nalupta (Chairman, National Youth Commission), Comm. Teresita Baltazar (Commissioner, Presidential Anti-Graft Commission, PAGC), Mr. Francis Joseph Dela Cruz (Public Campaign Coordinator, Greenpeace Southeast Asia), Mr. Joey Ayala and Ms. Pauline Bautista (UP College of Music/ UP NCPAG), Comm. Rene Sarmiento (Commissioner, Commission on Elections, COMELEC), Dir. Bayani Lagac (Executive Director, Officer of External Affairs) and Ms. Maria Agnes Angeles (2009 National Project Chairman, Project W.A.T.C.H.).

Delegates from STI COLLEGE NOVALICHES were Janina Jayme (3rd year, BSBA), Lovely Recio (2nd year, BSBA) and Mark Anthony Ticoy (2nd year, DIT) as they represent school organizations such as Enterprising - Future Managers' Society (e-FMS) and Young Programmers Circle (YPC).

"We learned a lot from the summit especially on topics of climate change and new electoral process. The foods catered were great", Janina explained.

"We have met friends from various universities and colleges in NCR", Recio claimed.

"We enjoyed the two-day summit", Ticoy said.

No registration fee was collected for the summit.

STI Novaliches Talent Search 2009

31 JULY 2009. STIers flocked at Cinema 9, SM Fairview last Friday to witness one of STI's much-awaited events, the Talent Search 2009. Excitement rushed to all four corners of SM Cinema with the overwelming support given by the classmates and friends of the participants in different segments of the Talent Search. This year's talent search includes segments like the Battle of the Bands, STI Solo Idol, Hataw Sayaw, and Mr. and Ms. STI.

The first segment was the Battle of the Bands were the three (3) best bands who made it to the elimination rounds performed. The "Day of Endless Light" band with Samuel Aquila Marquez (bass guitarist) and Shera Jean Limbo (vocalist), both from BA701E, won 2nd place...

The STI Solo Idol and Hataw Sayaw competitions followed next. The group "Rabidus Motus" with members Jennelyn Villasis and Shyra Manicar from BA501P was declared as the 1st runner-up winner.

Finally, for Mr. and Ms. STI, two freshmen BSBA students (from BA101A) bagged the highest awards for Ms. STI. Jobelle Montecillo was crowned as the 1st runner-up and Jasper Mariz Ishiwata got the title for Ms. STI Novaliches 2009.

The recently concluded talent search was truly a memorable event, especially for e-FMS members - those who won and those who had given their wholehearted support...

We are truly proud of you!!!

Keep on thriving...

About Us

The Enterprising - Future Managers' Society (e-FMS) is the mother Club for all students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) program. Instituted in 2006 with the name Business Administration Society of Entrepreneurs (BASE) and assumed its current name in 2007, it hopes to provide a training ground for future corporate professionals, executives and entrepreneurs. Moreover, it aims to instill the values of leadership and corporate discipline among its members, aligned with STI's mission and vision.

Further, lateral support will be given by the Club to the school - for the welfare not only of BSBA students but also to the entire studentry of STI COLLEGE NOVALICHES.