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Student issues, leadership take spotlight in TSU-CG miting de avance
Report by Mandie Asejo | Photos by Diya Nicole Gurung Candidates for the Tarlac State University-Communicators’ Guild (TSU-CG) elections faced questions on leadership, student concerns, and organizational issues during the miting de avance held May 9 at the Theater Room of the Smith Hall Building. The activity gathered nine official candidates from the 4 by 4 Partylist and independent slate ahead of the May 11 to 12 elections, which will be conducted through a QR code voting
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May 102 min read


CASS students shine in The Oracle's Parirala IX
Report bye Heziel Ann Pugoy | Photo by JM Magday Parirala IX – “Dancing on a String,” a college-based competition organized by The Oracle, the official publication of the College of Arts and Social Sciences, was successfully held on May 2 at the Theater Room of Smith Hall Building, Tarlac State University. The event was conducted in partnership with the CASS Student Council (CASS- SC), whose active collaboration helped bring together students to showcase the vibrant talent an
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May 32 min read


TSU Holds Public Forum for Presidential Applicants
Report and Photo by Mandie Asejo Search Committee for the Presidency of Tarlac State University (TSU) conducted a Public Forum for five presidential applicants on May 1, coinciding with the celebration of Labor Day, at the Administration Building–AVR. The activity gathered stakeholders as the candidates formally presented their qualifications, vision, and development agendas for the university’s top leadership post. The candidates introduced during the forum were Dr. Niño B.
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May 31 min read


GCU Holds Webinar on Stress, Time Management
Report by Heziel Ann Pugoy | Layout by Nikka Gutierrez Guidance Counseling Unit (GCU) conducted a webinar "Hawak mo ang beat: Busy pero hindi burnout" in partnership with the College of Arts and Social Sciences - Student Council ( CASS - SC) on April 29 via Microsoft teams. The webinar focused on effective time and stress management strategies, aiming to equip students particularly in preparation for the upcoming final examinations giving practical tools to stay productive wi
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May 12 min read


Laced Up, Fired Up: Pacing the track with Firefox Running Community
Report by Ken Tipay | Layout by Arlon Kert Basilio | Photo credits to Firefox Running Community Is your strava on? Have you tried the rising hobby people turn to when moving on? or the sports that they call for all generations? You can hear their footsteps echoing around the ovals or even in the streets, the sole of their shoes pounds on the track—every step precise and driven by discipline. Fast-paced history In the heart of Tarlac State University’s (TSU) sports hub, a new
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Apr 283 min read


Hindi patay si Sisa, sapagkat buhay ako, ikaw
Report by Ken Tipay / Graphics by Wacky Dimyao / Layout by Chino Brendon Tangonan Bawat pahinang akda niJose Rizal ay naglalaman ng mga karakter na sumasalamin sa bawat sistema ng mga Pilipino. Mga makapangyarihan, mahihina, mahihirap, mayayaman, at malaya. Ngunit sa mga akda ng bayani ay hindi kailanman nawawagli sa ating isipan ang isang katauhan—mag-isa, kawawa, at baliw; ang karakter ni Sisa. Tanging Ina Si Sisa ay ina nina Crispin at Basilio sa akdang Noli Me Tangere n
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Apr 273 min read


Senior COMM students conducts Leadership Seminar
Report by Ma. Kazzandra Melegrito | Photo by JM Magday Senior BA Communication students conducted a leadership seminar titled “ASPIRE: Amplifying Service in Pursuit of Igniting in the Realm of Empowering Leadership” last Friday, April 24, 2026, at the Theatre Room of Smith Hall Building, Tarlac State University Main Campus. The team consisted of Gwyneth Camacam, Christian Capuno, Kenn Miranda, Mary Ann Manabat, Joshua Sapad, and CASS Governor, Clarisse Ann Dacanay. In an inte
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Apr 261 min read


Psychology Students Bring Biopsychology to Life Through Exhibit
Report by Heziel Ann Pugoy / Photo by Ken Tipay Biological Psychology Exhibit organized by sophomore students of AB Psychology 2-3 Eve from the College of Arts and Social Sciences were successfully held on April 24 at Rizal Park, Tarlac State University Main Campus. In line with their Biological/Physiological Psychology course, students transformed the venue into an interactive space showcasing their understanding of the biological foundations of behavior through engaging dis
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Apr 262 min read


BA Comm juniors hold talk show on cancel culture
Report and Photo by Mandie Asejo BA Communication Junior 3B Group 2 conducted a talk show titled “Guilty or Not Guilty” on April 22, 2026, at the Theater Room of Smith Hall Building, Tarlac State University, focusing on cancel culture and its effects on individuals. The event featured guest speaker Ms. Fatima Malonzo, a content creator and beauty queen, who shared her experiences of being criticized online. She said that despite facing bashing and challenges related to her di
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Apr 261 min read


COMM 4A students hosts seminar on Photojournalism
Report by Heziel Ann Pugoy / Photo by Mandie Asejo Senior students COMM 4A successfully organized a seminar, "Beyond the lens: Exploring the Art an Impact of Photojournalism," last April 22, at Theater Room Smith Hall - Tarlac State University Main Campus. The seminar focused on the fundamentals and ethics of photojournalism. Group 7, composed of Jael Tabanao, Irish Mae Balasa, Nicole Tique, Kristel Bautista, Ellen Joy Castro, and Lorraine Anqui, led the event. In an intervie
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Apr 251 min read


Psych Sophomores Spearheads First-Ever Biopsychology Exhibit
Report and Photo by Ma. Kazzandra Melegrito Bachelors of Arts in Psychology 2-1 Eve students under the College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) conducted their frst-ever Biopsychology exhibit on April 22, 2026 at Rizal's Park, TSU – Main Campus. The event featured interactive biopsychological concept models that aims to engage the audience in learning about the functions of the brain, its processes and influence on behavior. In an interview with their subject instructor, Ms
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Apr 251 min read


COMM 4B seniors hold voice-acting seminar
Report by Lexter Kian Pamintuan | Photo by Arlon Kert Basilio Senior students from the Communication Arts program held a voice-acting seminar titled "ON AIR KA NA: A Seminar on Voice-Over Performance and Professional Delivery" at the Tarlac State University Main Campus, Smith Hall Building Theatre Room on March 13. The group's key speakers consisted of August Miguel, Jasfer Sicat, Marianne Luzano, Nizza Yttularde, and Lois Quinocho, who discussed how voice-over performances s
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Mar 152 min read


COMM 4B organizes hosting seminar centered on balance
Report by Mandie Asejo | Photo by Leanna Kaylee Manuel Bachelor of Arts in Communication Department’s Group 2 from COMM 4B conducted a seminar titled “Host It Right: Balancing Humor, Confidence, and Credibility in Hosting” on Friday, February 27, at the Smith Hall Theater Room. The seminar gathered participants, mostly Communication students, and aimed to explore how humor, confidence, and credibility must work together in effective hosting. The initiative sought to strengthe
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Mar 62 min read


The Oracle clinches awards at 6th AOCPA
Report by Heziel Ann Pugoy | Photo by Kleyn Abigail Fernandez, The Work Editor-in-Chief The Oracle – the official publication of the College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) earned major and individual recognition at the 6th Assumption Outstanding Campus Press Awards (AOCPA) held at the University of Assumption on February 27. Competing with 46 campus publications across Luzon, The Oracle’s Volume 13, Issue 1 secured the 9th Most Outstanding Newspaper award. In addition to
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Mar 12 min read


KNY-TSU Holds Student Forum ‘26
Report by Anthonette Aspiras | Photo by Mandie Asejo Kaya Natin Youth- Tarlac State University (KNY- TSU) successfully hosted a seminar titled "Student Forum 2026" last friday, February 27, at Priscilla Hall, TSU Hotel, TSU Lucinda Campus. With the theme "Mula sa tinig hangaang sa tindig: Kabataan Kasama sa Pagbuo ng Maunlad na Lipunan", the seminar tackled three topics that were discussed by the invited speakers. The first speaker, Mrs. Shandi A. Cordero- Soliman, a represen
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Mar 12 min read


GCU heads relationship-centered seminar
Report by Lexter Kian Pamintuan | Photo by Leanna Kaylee Manuel Tarlac State University – Guidance and Counseling Unit (GCU) conducted the seminar “Be Smart: In Love and in Life” to promote healthy and rational relationship decisions among students on February 27, 2026, at the TSU Main Campus Gymnasium. The seminar gathered students from the College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS), College of Business and Accountancy (CBA), and the College of Engineering (COE). The discuss
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Mar 12 min read


Fourth-year COMM students spearhead hosting training
Report by Mandie Asejo | Photo by Chino Brendon Tangonan Fourth-year Communication students from the College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) supervised and conducted a hosting and public speaking seminar last Monday, February 23, at the Theater Room of the Smith Hall building. With the theme "OWN THE STAGE: Mastering the Mic, Mastering the Moment," the COMMates discussed various roles, techniques, and perspectives essential to developing expertise in stage hosting and publ
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Feb 282 min read


Sa Gitna ng mga Rosas
Report by Mandie Asejo | Layout and Graphics by Leanna Kaylee Manuel Tuwing sumasapit ang Pebrero, tila nagiging kulay pula ang buong kapaligiran. Mga tindahan na punô ng lobo at tsokolate. Mga liham na may pabangong papel. Mga pangakong ibinubulong sa ilalim ng ilaw na dilaw at mahinhin. Buwan ng pag-ibig, sabi nila. Ngunit may isa pang uri ng pula na minsang bumalot sa lansangan—hindi mula sa mga talulot ng rosas, kundi mula sa sugat ng paninindigan. May isang pag-ibig na h
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Feb 262 min read


TSUians splashes through TSU RUN 2.0, CASS Runner tops marathon
Report and Photo by Joaquin Umali Students from different colleges of Tarlac State University engaged in the hydro-themed TSU RUN 2.0, on Feb. 05, at Lucinda Campus. Various water-releated activities, and exercises were prepared by the Supreme Student Council (SSC) that students took part and enjoyed. Moreover, a firetruck, in partnership with the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), was installed to the field that splashed participants, quoted by most student as the much antici
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Feb 62 min read


Sa Likod ng Nagbabagang Barra: Pagbuhat sa Karangalan ng TSU Powerlifting
Report by Justin Marc Torres | Graphics by Lian Lambanicio | Layout by Dean Capiendo Tulad ng tipikal na tagpo sa ating buhay kung saa'y dumadaan muna sa hirap at pagsubok ang isang indibidwal bago nito makamit ang tugatog ng kaniyang buhay, ganoon din ang danas ng bawat atleta. Nagmistulang pagpapagod sa pag-eensayo ang kanilang naging puhunan upang tumikas ang kanilang katawan, at mas tumatag ang kanilang isipan sa bawat laban na kanilang lalampasan. ‘Di hamak na ganoon din
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Jan 253 min read
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