The Ateneo Alternative Class Program List

Note: Only the Social Involvement Fair, Cultural Immersions and Political Education
Workshops will be counted as a class noted in Intact, NSTP, and other selected
classes.

ANG UNANG HAKBANG: The Social Involvement Fair

Ang Social Involvement Fair (SIF) ay isang 3-day fair na naglalayong paigtingin ang diwa ng pakikisangkot at
pagiging mulat sa mga suliraning panlipunan na kasalakuyang kinakaharap ng ating bayan. Hinahangad ng SIF na
bigyang tugon ang mga suliraning ito sa pamamagitan ng pagbibigay sa mga mag-aaral ng pagkakataong
makisangkot sa gawain ng iba't ibang mga non-government organizations (NGO) at organisasyong pang-
estudyante.

Abangan sa January 26-28 ang sign-ups para dito.

NGOs:

World Wildlife Fund – Philippines (WWF-Phil) or Kabang Kalikasan ng Pilipinas (KKP)

Hands on Manila Foundation, Inc. (HOM)

Association for the Rights of Children in Southeast Asia (ARCSEA)

World Youth Alliance

Kaibigan Ermita Outreach Foundation, Inc. (KEOFI)

Partnership of Philippine Support Services (PHILSSA)

Philippine Rural Reconstruction Movement

Gawad Kalinga (GK)

* see file “SIF NGOs.doc” for information on the NGOs

School Organizations:

MECO

MACA

ACOMM

ATSCA

STRAINS

YFC

ACIL

ACLC

ACMG

SPEED

GABAY

KYTHE

KAINGIN

TUGON

MUSMOS

PEERS

PSYCHE

*Note: Subject to change. Visit acpsakto.multiply.com for more information.

 TAKING THE PLUNGE: Cultural Immersion

The Cultural Immersion unit of the ACP is an invitation for students of the Loyola Schools to immerse in the
diversity of Philippine culture so that they can realize the depth, color, and beauty of our identity as a people and in
effect, see the strength of the Filipino. It is an invitation to build a nation that is proud of its art, history and
heritage as well as a nation that is forward-looking and progressive. Take the plunge and get into a cultural
immersion!

Note: For field trips, students will have to pay for fees except transportation.

I. Strengthening the Filipino Identity: Traditional Culture Classes

1.) Hola!: Saying Hello to Our Spanish Roots, Class size of 50, Regular Class Room (RCR)
Café, baño, UST, escuela y viuda. Ah si, the land of paella and chorizo…Spain!
Filipinos have an almost natural affinity for this country, our so-called Mother
Country not simply because of certain words but because we have practices,
songs, traditions, institutions and even relatives who hail from this land of bull-
fights and siestas. Attend this class and realize the great bond between the
Philippines and Spain.

2.) Quiapo: Heart of Manila, Class size of 30, field trip to Quiapo Church, Nakpil House and
Muslim Mosque
They say that once you’re at Quiapo, you won’t lose your way around Manila. It
is here too that two great religions, the Catholicism and Islam, live harmoniously
together. Discover too San Sebastian, the all-steel church, how it was constructed
like Lego and how Quiapo can be a feast for the senses. (Girls must bring veils or
any cloth to cover their heads as they visit the Mosque. Visit to San Sebastian,
Muslim Mosque, Japanese Pagoda, Quiapo Church and Nakpil House, with fee
for the tour guide, extra money for food, jeep or bus whatever is safer-200/head)

3.) Window to the Past: Leisurely Visit to the Ayala Museum, Class size: 30, field trip
This will be a trip that won’t be rushing you to the next painting after the other.
Enjoy one whole day in the Ayala museum and relish your time with rarely
appreciated precious artworks that will make the Pinoy in you very proud.
Afterwards, cap the trip by reflecting on the great importance of Philippine
Cultural Heritage preservation. (No slippers. With fee: 125 no tour guide, 225
with tour guide)

4.) When Medicine Meets Faith: Alternative Healing, Class size 50, RCR
Ordinary Filipinos don’t really have the money for St. Luke’s or Makati Med.
Find out in this class how Faith can be a Filipino’s way to healing. Join this class
and see the charity of Faith to the Filipino people.
5.) Kawili-wiling Kawali: Bringing Pinoy Cooking to the Globalized World, Class size: 50,
Zen Garden al fresco, panel with cooking
How will our favorite adobo compete with their hamburger or Carbonara? Sign
up for this class and learn to savor what our culinary treasures can offer to a world
that is globalized. Get to know also the efforts and personalities behind the
Philippine Culinary scene who try to make our Filipino foods globally
competitive and worth trying. Don’t forget to bring samples of your own family
food treasures! Share your lola’s recipes and see how it is different from another
lola’s recipe!

6.) Cracking Biak-na-Bato: A Look Into Ecotourism, Class Size: 40, field trip
The Philippines is a biodiversity hotspot and as such, we shouldn’t allow this to
simply die out due to pollution and harmful apathy. Go to Biak-na-Bato and see
the good (and bad) effects of eco-tourism. See how we can help build our nation
by harnessing our environment resources. (Bring extra clothes and personal
medicines, umbrella and mosquito repellant. With fee.)

7.) Basketball: Shooting into Pinoy Culture, Class size: 45, RCR
What is it with us Pinoys that, unlike our Asian brothers who love soccer, we
consider Basketball as a national past-time? Attend this class and see, from a
different perspective, what Basketball and our love for the game says of our
Filipino identity.

8.) Artists in Our Midst: Jesuits in Theater, Film and Music, class size: 70, lecture hall,
panel
They’re not just in sacristies and confessionals; they’re on stage, in viewing
rooms and even recording booths. Listen to seasoned Jesuits’ experiences as
artists, people who show, through art, a love for God and country. Be inspired by
the Artists in Our Midst (If possible, please bring something to donate to the
Jesuits.)

9.) There’s More to Chowking and Siomai House: Binondo and Pinoy-Tsinoy Relations,
class size: 40, field trip
The Chinese in the country used to be known simply as the owner of the sari-sari
store on the street; today, they’re known for their big retail malls and companies.
However, we know there’s more to our Chinese neighbors. Pay a visit to the old
Parian district of Manila, Binondo, and enjoy a day of sight-seeing and
understanding of how Tsinoys and Pinoys have worked together in building the
nation. (Bring extra money for Chinese food.)

10.) Batang Pinoy, Nagbabasa Pa Ba? Class size 45,RCR, panel

 Nagbabasa pa ba ang batang Pilipino? Kung oo, anong ikakabuti nito sa bayan?
Kung hindi, ano kayang ginagawa na nito? Tuklasin kung paano makakatulong sa
susunod na mga henerasyon ang halaga ng pagbabasa mula sa pagkabata.
Tuklasin ito sa Batang Pinoy, Nagbabasa Pa Ba?

11.) Strumming the Pinoy Way: Rediscovering the Rondalla, Class size: 30, RCR
So you think you know almost everything about playing the guitar? Well, as a
Pinoy, one thing you should know is to play Rondalla! Keep the tradition and
culture of Rondalla music because this could be a means of helping your fellow
Pinoys make a living for themselves. See how the Rondalla flourished in the past
and how this could still be used for cultural development by signing into this
class.

12.) SAYAW: Dancing Into Philippine Culture, class size: 40, dance studio, one dance
teacher, one concept/lecture
Step into your dancing shoes and learn how dance plays an important role in our
development and identity as the Filipino people. Plus, get to learn some of our
country’s beloved dances, from the elegant Rigodon to the complicated Tinikling!
Join SAYAW!

13.) Intramuros con Señor Carlos Celdran, class size: 30, field trip
Instead of having teachers who want you to rush walking from Fort Santiago to
the Manila Cathedral, join this class to really enjoy and learn about Intramuros
and of the many stories that have been witnessed by its centuries-old walls. Once
a city of robed friars and marvelous palaces, this part of Manila is a national gem
that must be preserved by the next generations. Join the famous Carlos Celdran as
he takes you on an enchanting tour of the city of our abuelos and abuelas.( 400
per head, 2 hours with Señor Carlos Celdran, bring extra money for food)

II: A Nation in Service of Faith, Faith in Service of a Nation: Spiritual/Religious in Nature

Classes

1.) Barkada ni Iñigo: Life as a Jesuit, class size: 45, field trip (for males only)
Take and receive this invitation to see how the Jesuit Fathers and Brothers have
chosen to take Iñigo as their inspiration in following Christ. Pay a visit to the
different Jesuit residences in the Ateneo and listen to stories of how these men of
different trades (e.g. psychologists, astronomers, doctors or confessors) have
served the country in their various ministries. No, not all of them are the ones you
see on TV leading rallies but their barkada is surely a barkada in the service of
God, and all of His creations.
 2.) Unveiling the Nuns, Living it Convent: Life as a Religious Sister, class size: 40, field trip
(females only, no fee, but if possible please bring donate something to the nuns)
No, they don’t just make jams and sit around praying their Rosaries. Embark on
this spiritual journey and pay a visit to two convents of two different kinds of
nuns and see the kind of service they give to the Filipino people. For some who
are called, it takes a veil to see life in a far better perspective. Sign up and enjoy a
day with the sisters! (No skimpy outfits. Students are encouraged to bring
Catholic veils.)

3.) Religion Beyond Borders: Christian-Muslim Relations, 80, lecture hall, Panel
We have the Crusades, they have 911. But what do we mean by “we” and “they”?
Sign up for this class and see how deeply rooted are our stereotypes of Muslims
and Christians but at the same time, listen at the progress our relations have made
for the past few decades. Listen to speakers on Religion Beyond Borders.

III: The New Brand of Filipinos: Modern/New Culture Classes

1.) Makibaka, Huwag Matakot! Culture of Resistance in the Philippines

Dumalo ka sa kakaibang klase na ito at makinig kung papaano nga ba, sa
Pilipinas, namumuo ang kultura na umiiring, umaayaw, umaaksyon.
Class Size: 45, Venue: Regular Class Room (RCR)

2.) Txting n d RP: Texting Culture of the Philippines

It is said that the Philippines is the “texting” capital of the world; find out the
culture and language of this new national label and how it can affect our
development as a people.
Class size: 45, venue: RCR

3.) Nagbabasa pa ba ang Pinoy? Tackling the Reading Culture of the Philippines
Beyond the confines of chic Fully Booked in Boni High, is there such a thing as a
Reading Culture in the Philippines? How can reading help facilitate national
development? Find out in Nagbabasa pa ba ang Pinoy?
Class Size: 80, Ching Tan Room

4.) Heneral Ba Ang Tatay Mo? Discovering the Culture in the PMA
Ever wondered how it’s like to have a dad who studied in the PMA? What is the
kind of training our soldiers get and how can this be an aid for our over-all
national secutiry? What culture do they have there and what makes military
people tick are just some of the questions this class will answer. Class size: 70,
Venue: Padre Faura AVR

5.) Tunay Nga Bang Mga Bayani? Culture in OFW families

 Joining this class would try to offer you a glimpse of the realities of having one or
both parents working abroad, the kind of culture OFW families have and how
Western Union can be a means to extend love. How does this culture of OFW
families affect our country’s future, most especially, the young? Class size: 45,
Venue: RCR

6.) Hello Sir/Ma’am, How May I Help You? Call Center Culture
What is it like having your body clock reversed because of a job that caters to
foreigners and entertaining them mainly through a headset and computer?
Discover why Call Centers have their own culture and how could this be of
detriment/benefit for the country. Class size: 70, Venue: Faura AVR

7.) What Makes a Psychiatric Therapy Center Tick?

Have you ever been into a facility devoted to the therapy of minds? Take a crash
course on what really happens in these mental health institutions, the jobs
available, how it helps the country’s mentally challenged and the lucrative cash it
can offer. Class size: 30, field trip (No fee.)

8.) Eager Beaver or Not: Culture of Volunteerism

What does it take to volunteer for different projects of different scales, from going
to rallies to building houses? What is it with volunteerism that is sometimes
considered contagious? Find out in Eager Beaver or Not. Class size: 45, venue:
RCR

9.) Totoo Ba ang Sinasabi Nilang “Totoo”? A Look Into Philippine Reality Shows
Totoo ba talaga ang mga nangyayari sa Bahay ni Kuya? Totoo bang sila ang
gumawa ng mga design sa Project Runway Philippines? Tuklasin sa Totoo Ba
ang Sinasabi Nilang “Totoo”.Find out what Philippine Reality Shows say about
our identity as a people. Class size: 80, Venue: Ching Tan Room

10.) Do You Feel Safe Driving Along EDSA or Commonwealth?

This will be the class for you if your answer above is quite unsure. Listen as
Filipino Driving habits are discussed and shared and see how we can help
improve our roads. Class size: 50, SEC A rooms

11.) Wowowee: Window to the Philippines (field trip)

Despite plenty of criticism, Filipinos still love to dance to the tune of Boom Tarat-
Tarat and Igiling Mo. What is it with Wowowee that tells so much of what kind of
a country we are. Enjoy a day with one of the country’s favorite noon-time shows
and see how this could show us the kind of country we’re living in. Class size: 35,
Venue: Wowowee.
12.) Ang Dyosa, Kampanerang Kuba at Dyesebel: Fantaseryes
Filipinos love romance, adventure and magic and the two rival networks’ new TV
genre, Fantaserye, caters to this indulgence. See how the shows under this genre
show the real Pinoy. Class size: 60, venue: AVR

13.) Lomography: Beyond the Hype

Find out how this form of photography can serve as a tool to highlight and
showcase the wonders of our country’s landscape and structures. See how
Lomography can be of service to the Filipino people. Class size: 70, venue:
CTC105

14.) Fight Quest: Pinoy Fighting Styles

Sa kasaysayan ng ating bansa, nakapaloob ang mga samu’t saring mga kwento
tungkol sa taglay na kagitingan at katapangan ng ating mga ninunong Pilipino.
Nakaukit sa pagkumpas ng panahon ang hindi matinag na kalooban ng mga
Pilipino na hanggang ngayon ay tunay pa ring maaaninag at makikita. Sa
klaseng ito, sama-sama nating tahakin at alamin ang mga iba’t ibang uri ng
pakikipaglaban ng mga Pilipino na nagpapakita ng ating katapangan at
kagitingan. Sama-sama nating tuklasin ang mga ito na sadya namang tatak-
Pinoy talaga! Class size: 45, lecture room, covered courts

15.) Low Budget Films? The Look Into Indie Films

What is it about Kubrador, Serbis, Ang Lihim ni Antonio that these movies get
tons of awards outside of the country and yet, don’t fare well in our Philippine
soil? How could Indie Films help build this nation of ours? See and find out in
this class. Class size: 90, Escaler

16.) On Mars, Carlo and the others: Evolution of Philippine Comics

If all Philippine comic stories are showed on ABS-CBN and GMA7, then what’s
left of the Pinoy comics industry? In any case, is there even a Pinoy Comics
Industry? Are we still missing out on any? And how does our local comics fare as
compared to those from other countries? Find out in On Mars, Carlo and The
Others: Evolution of Philippine Comics Class Size: 45, RCR

17.) From Pitoy to Inno to Rajo: Philippine Fashion and Nationalism

Beyond the fineries as well as dirt of the industry, find out how Philippine
Fashion, the designers, artists, brands, models and publishers try to showcase
deep Filipino pride and share this to the rest of the country and the world. Is it
only for the rich or is Philippine fashion also for the poor? Find out in this class.
Class size 80, Venue: Ching Tan

18.) Boom, Boom, Shake, Shake: Psychological Effects of Trauma

 We experience and hear a lot of natural disaster, heinous crimes, and all those
other things. But how does trauma affect some of our Filipino brothers and
sisters? What kind of treatment do the less fortunate receive? Find out in this
class. Class size: 50, Class Size: 60 SecA rooms

IV. The Filipino and the Technological World: Information Technology Classes

1.) U-Speak, E-Speak: Internet Communication

How does the internet challenge the nation state? Spatial and temporal
boundaries that once held people across the world at a distance from each other
has now been overcome by the development of the internet How does the internet
push our understanding of nation states through a survey of literature on the
internet and new media studies that provide evidence on the limits of the nation
state. Realize in this class how effective communication, using the internet, can
help build or destroy a people. Class size: 45, RCR

2.) Playing with Ethics: Gaming Ethics

Want to develop games in the future? As technology advances, learn how to keep
the Filipino youth on the right track by drawing the line on reality and the fantasy
your game will offer.
Class size: 60, SecA rooms

3.) The Marriage of Two Things: Gender and IT

Stand up and be proud! Learn the stuff about your gender and how it’s applied to
the IT arena. Filipinos should never be left behind and being gender-sensitive is
now a global issue we too must tackle even in the world of Informartion
Technology. Join this class and don’t get left behind due to sheer ignorance! Class
size: 45, RCR

4.) Information Communication Technology for Development: A New Way of Development

As communication nationwide is just a click of a finger away, harmonized
national development is as easy as 1-2-3. Filipinos everywhere can easily
contribute in our country’s development through information communication
technology. See how in this class. Class size: 45, RCR

V. Decent Politics, Decent Nation: Political in Nature Classes

1.) ELEKSYON: A Behind-the-Scenes Look into Philippine Elections

Why are Philippine elections dubbed “dirty” and dangerous”? Find out more
about the drama, violence, hard-work and humor behind our elections. See how
this very delicate process of selecting the nation’s leaders can be as fatal for
 some people and at the same time, beneficial for others. Class size: 65, Padre
Faura AVR.

2.) Running the Race: Adventures of a Would-Be Politician

How do politicians start their political careers? Find out in this class by listening
to people who have had first-hand experience in campaigning and running for
positions in government, the difficulties as well as the light-moments in trying to
garner as much supporters as possibles. Learn one of the ways people try to serve
the nation in Running the Race: Adventures of a Would-Be Politician. Class size:
70 Padre Faura AVR

3.) Jajaja-jamby!: Electoral Advertising in the Philippines

From throwing candies to the kids (and adults!) in front of the stage, to the silliest
of campaign jingles, Electoral advertising in the country is one source of big
bucks but also big debts for some of those running for office. Attend this class,
and rediscover those ridiculuous catch-lines and know how much trash campaign
materials would yield after campaign period. See how this kind of advertising can
be a means of serving the people or an excuse to steal from them. Class size: 70,
CTC105

4.) From Money-Maker to Lawmaker: Businessmen Turned Politicians

Why do businessmen, with their businesses and stable lives, risk their fortunes
and enter the volatile world of Philippine politics? Attend this class to see the
edge of a businessman over a “pure” politician and how one’s business
credentials can run counter to or supplement one’s lawmaking/enforcing role as
a politico. Class size: 90, Escaler Hall

VI. Being Aware and Action-Oriented Filipinos: Social Awareness and Development
Classes

1.) Looking Long Term: Microfinance and Savings Culture in the Philippines
This class is focused on how Filipinos should start having a culture of savings
and how microfinance can be very helpful the barrios and bayans of our country.
2009 is said to be the year when we’ll be experiencing the brunt of the recession;
attend this class for an in-depth look into Microfinance and Saving. Class size:
40, RCR

2.) Rags 2 Riches: An In-Depth Look

This class will take you to have a good look at the Rags to Riches program by our
own “social entrepreneur”, Mark Ruiz. From mere basahans to fancy apparel,
products are made out of seemingly useless waste and turned into sources of
income for some of our socially-deprived brothers and sisters. See in this class a
 good example of how social entrepreneurship can be a concrete way of building
the nation. Class size: 70, CTC105

3.) Poverty in Numbers: Measuring Poverty

How do we measure poverty? Join this class and see how the country, through
Stastics, measures its worst disease, poverty. In our thrust to help build the
nation, Ateneans should be very much concerned with how indeed we confront
and solve that which we consider most destructive to our poor country. Join
Poverty in Numbers. Class Size: 50, RCR

4.) For I Was In Prison and You Visited Me: An Inside Look Into Philippine Prisons
What is it in Philippine prisons and the culture in them? They say that it has been
in serious neglect and that instead of rehabilitating prisoners, it’s been more of a
place of much anger and vengeance. Yet, how do we know if we haven’t been to
one? Join this class and as a Christian, heed the call of Christ to visit Him in the
prison. Nation building also includes the prisoners and that means, we have to
see where they’re residing and do our best to help. Class size: 30, Field Trip (No
fee but if possible please bring something to donate.)

5.) Dakila: The Artful Way of Change

There’s more we can do for youths and the poor. We have art! We have music!
Here in this class, Dakila will show you how to rock “change”, how “reform”
can be an artful exercise. Class size: 70, Lecture Hall

VII. The Filipino and the World of Money-Making: Corporate/Business Classes

1.) Money and Our Environment: Greening the Supply Chain

Having a hard time in including the green trend to your manufacturing process?
Worry no more! This class lets you uncover strategies that will efficiently fit in
your production plan, be environment-friendly and inspire the nation in uniting
for a better country all at the same time.
Class: 80, Venue: SecLecB

2.) Clean Development Mechanism (business panel)

Clean As You Go. Biodegradable and Non-Biodegradable Segregation. These
are some of the current ways that promote cleanliness and demand cooperation
from the Filipinos as we unite in making the country a better place to live in.
Learn more clean and green strategies upon enrolling in this class. Class: 40,
Venue: RCR

3.) Competing with Giants: How Figaro has Remained a Key Player
 A lot of Filipinos are finding refuge in coffee shops and along with this is the
emerging business coffee culture. From chic interiors to pricey drinks, coffee
shops have been a staple sight in commercial areas but for it, in the form of
Figaro, to be present in a school, it says quite a lot. Visit Figaro’s farm in Cavite
and see first-hand how coffee is planted, harvested and processed.
Class Size: 40, field trip (With Fee)

4.) Peso Ups and Downs: Currency Appreciations (Exporters’ Stories)

How do currency appreciation and depreciation affect export businesses based in
the Philippines? How does it affect the Filipino people? See how far the humble
peso goes as you hear the stories of different Filipino exporters working not only
to make profit but also to create a stronger economy for the Philippines. Class:
40, Venue: RCR

5.) Money Talks: Financial Markets Culture

Learn how just how much bang your buck has. In this class, you’ll be exposed to
the inner workings of the global financial markets today and the financial culture
that comes along with it. As early as now, get to know the incentives you can get
from saving and investing money to keep your personal finance healthy and risk
free. Class: 40, Venue: RCR

6.) Family and Retail: Stories of Families in the Retailing Business

How do families of owners, managers, and executives eat dinner? Do they talk
about business always? This class will try to shed light on how these families of
the country try their very best to remain professional despite their “close” ties
among each other and how they, as a Filipino family, try to help the nation in
generating more jobs and opportunities. Retail is a kind of business that demands
utmost creativity and planning; how do brothers and sisters, husbands and wives,
do it? Learn in Family and Retail! Class size: 60, lecture hall

VIII. Filipino Leadership for the Nation

This will be the event that will serve as the intersection of industry movers and future leaders to
inspire the Ateneans to make a mark in our country and in the world through pursuing their
passion in their chosen path.

1.) COA Pabaon: Sector-Based Cluster (Jan 28)

NatSit: Harvey Keh (Theology Department) on Philippine Social Vision
Keynote: Benjamin Abadiano on Changing Communities

2.) COA Pabaon: Business Cluster + Intercultural Relations Cluster (Jan 30)
NatSit: Mark Ruiz (Leadership and Strategy Department) on World-Class Innovation
Keynote: Josiah Go on Branding You

3.) COA Pabaon: Media and Creative Arts Cluster + Performing Arts Cluster (Feb 6)
Natsit: Ariel Diccion/Jethro Tenorio on The World as My Stage
Keynote: Jaime Ramon Paredes on Bringing OPM to the World

4.) COA Pabaon: Issue and Policy Analysis Cluster (Feb 9)

Natsit: Rene Raymond Raneses on Re-imagining Philippines
Keynote: Butch Abad on Moving the Nation Forward

5.) COA Pabaon: Science and Technology Cluster + Health and Environment Cluster
(Feb 11)
Natsit: LS VP Assunta Cuyegkeng on Science and Philippine Society
Keynote: Josette Biyo on Developing World-class Science

6.) COA Pabaon: Faith Formation Cluster (Feb 13)

Natsit: Bobby Guevarra on A Nation-building Spirituality
Keynote: Cardinal Gaudencio Rosales on The Role of God's Word in My Life

*Note: Subject to change. Visit acpsakto.multiply.com for more information.

BOTONG ATENISTA: Boto Mo Tungo Sa Pagbabago

Critical Thinking Classes

These are morning classes that are for mature/registered voters who either want to be in the know or just
want to be more responsible citizens. These classes will focus on certain social issues such as Cha-Cha, activism,
etc. With the help from groups like IAMNINOY, Entablado, The Assembly and esteemed speakers, hopefully by the
end of it the students will be knowledgeable in such topics and will be more concerned on the welfare of our
country.

National Situationer For First Time Voters

These are afternoon classes that are aimed at the first time voters. The classes handled by Simbahang
Lingkod ng Bayan (SLB) will eventually teach them to become responsible voters in the upcoming 2010 elections. It
 will also focus on issues such as good governance. It will feature a voter registration at the end of the session to
provide the students with the opportunity to register for the upcoming 2010 elections.

1. Heroic Leadership In Today’s Modern World

It has been 25 years since Ninoy Aquino’s untimely death, but do you really know
about him? Let his son, Sen. Noynoy Aquino tell you a little bit about Ninoy and
his acts of heroic leadership that forever changed the history of our country. Who
said that everyday heroism can’t be done by the average Atenean? Hosted by the I
Am Ninoy Foundation.

9-12nn; Leong Hall Auditorium; 468 participants

2. Clamor for Good Governance Starts TODAY.

Are you a first-time voter this coming 2010 elections? Then this is the one for
you! Together with Simbahang Lingkod ng Bayan (SLB), the Jesuits social
action arm, be in-the-know of the country’s current economic, political and social
state. From there, see what kind of leaders we have today, and what kind of
leaders we need come 2010. The campaign towards better governance starts here!

1-4pm; Leong Hall Auditorium; 468 participants

1-4pm; Escaler Hall; 100 participants

1-4pm; Ching Tan Room; 100 participants

1-4pm; Case Study Room; 62 participants

3. The Truth in Tree-Cutting

As the old adage goes, “The truth shall set you free.” But for Jun Palafox, Jr.,
the whistleblower of the tree-cutting scheme in Subic, the truth he has told just
gained him legal and death threats from the powerful elite. After all, a multi-
million resort isn’t always a good reason to cut down trees. Ever wondered how
 environment and corruption came together? (Recommended for students taking
up Sci 10 – Science and Society)

10-12nn; Ching Tan Room; 100 participants

Activism is not an Ateneo Allergy

Are you sick of corruption, issues and abusive officials? Ever wondered what you
can do for the country? Then probably its time for you to know what you can do
for your country and voice out your opinions on certain issues. These classes will
focus on activism, its potentials and its limitations. If you think that you can do
big things for the country, then this is the class for you! Modules to be given by
the Politcal Science Department and The Assembly. (Recommended for
registered voters and those taking POS 100 and elective classes)

10-12nn; 12 classrooms of 40 = 480 participants

Political Reform through Theatre

Theatre has been used since the time of Rizal to show political agenda and
messages in the form of entertainment. Entablado gives you the chance to
experience more the intensity and mystery of political theatre. This class will
feature a political play by Enta accompanied by a brief explanation of political
theater and how it is like to work in a politically-oriented theatre organization.
(with a fee of PhP 220)

2-5pm; Rizal Mini Theater, 280 participants

4. Why Care about Poverty?

A strong hold of the nation’s hope belongs to today’s youth. Mr. Harvey Keh,
one of the most accomplished youth leaders has proven that young people should
realize their important role in the society by spurring change. To further highlight
this, he will convince you that responding to realities like poverty and corruption
 needs more than immediate action and political reform. He believes there is
nothing that the youth and every Filipino cannot do because he knows that Kaya
Natin.

10:30 – 12:00 nn; Escaler Hall; 200 participants

5. Political Activism through Literature

Do you have that inner sense of nationalism but you just couldn’t seem to get it
out? Are you afraid to be labeled a redneck activist when you express your
thoughts about national issues out in the streets? Fear no more, because there are
alternatives to express your rage over political issues and debates. Join Dr.
Corazon Lalu-Santos of the Filipino Department in raising and answering the
question: Nasaan na nga ba ang protesta? – nasa panitikan at literatura!

10:30-12nn; regular classroom; 40 participants

6. Youth Vote? Why Vote? YOUR Vote!

It’s one in a million. Do you think that your vote will really go somewhere? If
you’re confused about WHY you should vote, then this is the class for you! With
experiences in Reg2Vote and Bantay Bilang, let Karl Satinitigan guide you in
your discernment on whether or not your vote is worth your while.

10:30-12nn; regular classroom; 40 participants

7. The Marriage that was: Political Communication

Amidst all the slogans, the photographs, and the endless promises, a government
official’s duties and responsibilities are to the public. How do they let the people
 know what they have done during their term? How do they keep in touch with the
masses that have put them in their position in the first place? If you have these
questions in mind, find out with Mr. Jason Cabanes of the Communication
Department about the intriguing union of politics and communication.

10:30-12nn; regular classroom; 40 participants

!: Tandang Padamdam/Remember To Feel

On January 29 @ Ricci Field from 5-10pm, get ready to feel as the Sanggu brings you "!: TANDANG
PADAMDAM|REMEMBER TO FEEL", the ACP concert and the biggest ADMU concert of the year! Featuring
Bamboo, Pedicab, Sinosikat, Itchyworms, Out of Body Special, Letter Day Story, Fuzz, Hansom, CADS, Nanaymo,
Leonecast and Luna's. Also featuring an inter-org Rockband competition and FREE COFFEE! All this for Php100,
or Php50 if you sign up for an ACP class. Proceeds go to the Cagayan flash flood victims. For info on how to sign
up for an ACP class, visit www.acpsakto.multiply.com. Open to non-ADMU students Thanks and kindly forward!

http://acpsakto.multiply.com