Book Launch: The Life and Art of Lee Aguinaldo on February 3 at the Ateneo Art Gallery

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Tanghalang Ateneo stages "Confessiones"

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Source: http://tinyurl.com/3y8kz47)

"Tanghalang Ateneo waxes philosophical this November with a daring stage version of St. Augustine’s heart-rending autobiography, "Confessiones", translated from the Latin by Roque Ferriols, S.J., and directed by one of his students, Ronan Capinding."

"National Artist for Theater, Salvador Bernal, designs both set and costumes. Lighting will be by Sueyen Astero. Rhem David will be designing sound and music."

"Featuring eighteen actors, this devised play depicts Augustine’s profound and poignant conversion from sinner to saint. Selected passages from Augustine’s text will highlight this transformation, among them his pronouncements about man’s faith, need, and adoration toward God: man’s lost and confused condition in sin and searching (Dispersio), his heart restless until it rests in God (Conversio). Actors deliver the lines alone or in an ensemble and act as characters in vignettes that render Augustine’s insights accessible to contemporary young audiences. The production makes excellent learning material for students and professionals in theology, philosophy, and literature."

 
Read the rest here: Tanghalang Ateneo stages "Confessiones"

Big Blue Katipunan Run II

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Ateneo de Manila campus
Katipunan Avenue
Quezon City, Philippines

Assembly at 4:30AM

Gunstart:
10K – 5:30AM
5K – 5:35AM
3K – 5:40AM

This run is for the benefit of the missions and charities of the Society of Jesus.

Medals and cash prizes will be awarded for the top five finishers of 3K, 5K, and 10K.

Registration fee: P400, inclusive of Big Blue Run singlet, race kit and lootbags

Faculty, staff and maintenance of Ateneo: P300 only!

Finisher shirts will be given to the first 150 finishers of each distance (3K, 5K, 10K)!

REGISTRATION DETAILS:

Register this week at the LS BOOKSTORE or at the Promenade (between Colayco Pavillion and Schmitt Hall)

OR:

You may register for 3/5/10K at the University Athletics Office at the Blue Eagle Gym (Ateneo de Manila University campus)

You may also register at these venues for 5K and 10K (race kits will be available upon registration; singlets available on event day or for pick up at Ateneo Blue Eagle Gym starting tomorrow):

1. Rockport at Trinoma
2. The Shoe Shop at Rockwell
3. All Terra at Ortigas Home Depot
4. All Terra at Libis Club 650

You may also register through RunnersRunner.com

Questions? E-mail us at bigbluerunkatipunan2@yahoo.com

Marathon Philippines: Big Blue Katipunan Run II

Missed the first Big Blue Katipunan Run? Or just wanna do it again? Here’s your chance to run along Katipunan Avenue!

Main Sponsor: Ateneo de Manila University

Beneficiaries: Missions and charities of the Society of Jesus

Race/Event Date: Sunday, November 21, 2010

Location: Ateneo de Manila Campus, Katipunan Avenue, Quezon City
 
Read more: Marathon Philippines: Big Blue Katipunan Run II

Upcoming U.P., ADMU UAAP 73 Men's Basketball Games from August to September 2010

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Schedule for the second round of Men's Basketball games.  All UP Games will be held in Araneta Colloseum, Cubao, Quezon City)

(Source: Facebook page of  I will stand by the UP Fighting Maroons whether they win or lose.)

Today's Quote: On Sustainability

"In today’s world, sustainability has become a big word. It is often mentioned in the same breath as a few other big words that preceded it – accountability, transparency, stewardship, karma. Why? We have come to realize that the financial bottom line is merely one of several that we must attain. Along with economic goals, corporations and organizations of the 21st Century also look at environmental targets, social objectives and, lately, the well-being and happiness of their own staff. This is what we call the quadruple bottom line. We now realize, that looking only at our own economic goals, is a very narrow approach that closes its eyes to the true cost of running a planet. This world is changing, fast. Are you on board? I hope you are, because this world is your child."

By Jose Maria Lorenzo P. Tan, CEO of World Wildlife Fund Philippines in a Keynote Address at the Third Global Leadership Program for Four Jesuit Universities in East Asia at Ateneo de Manila University on August 2, 2010 (http://www.ateneo.edu/index.php?p=120&type=2&sec=0&aid=8734)

Father Jett is Ateneo de Manila University's New President

The Board of Trustees of Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU), at its special meeting last 29 June 2010, elected Fr. Jose Ramon T. Villarin, S.J. to be the next University President for an initial 3-year term from April 1, 2011 - March 31, 2014. He is currently the President of Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan.

Also known as "Fr. Jett" to his students and fellow colleagues, he is a Filipino Jesuit priest and scientist, who currently serves as university president of Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan. On June 29, 2010, he was elected to succeed Fr. Bienvenido Nebres, S.J. as President of the Ateneo de Manila University. Fr. Villarin's first term as university president is from April 1, 2011 to March 31, 2014.

In a memo dated July 1, 2010 to the ADMU Community by. Ms. Maria Rosario Banzon, the Secretary of the Board of Trustees, said Fr. Villarin graduated B.S. Physics, magna cum laude and class valedictorian, Ateneo de Manila University, 1980; M.S. Physics, Marquette University in Wisconsin, 1987; STB Theology, summa cum laude, Loyola School of Theology, 1991. He acquired his Ph.D. in Atmospheric Physics from Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia, in 1997.

Fr. Villarin entered the Sacred Heart novitiate in May 1981 and was ordained priest in April 1991. He took his final vows in January 2005. He received the National Outstanding Young Scientist award in 2000, and the Outstanding Book Award for "Disturbing Climate" in 2002. He is also an active member of several local and international environment and climate committees, such as the United Nations' Consultative Group of Experts for Developing Countries, and the Inter-Agency Committee on Climate Change, among others.

He has held various positions as campus minister and faculty member in Physics at the Loyola Schools, Chief of Climate Studies in the Manila Observatory, member of the Board of Trustees of Ateneo universities in Manila, Davao, and Zamboanga; and currently as the President of Xavier University.

The Search Committee, in its report to the Board, stated that Fr. Villarin has "the academic stature, leadership experience, and a good grasp of the demands of the position" to be the next University President.

According to wikipedia, (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jose_Ramon_Villarin), Fr. Villarin was born in Manila on January 30, 1960.Fr. Villarin entered the Sacred Heart Novitiate in Novaliches in May 1981. He was ordained priest in April 1991, and took his final vows in January 2005.

Villarin served in various capacities throughout his career as a scientist. He worked in Georgia Tech as a graduate research assistant and as a researcher in the Laser Laboratory of the Ateneo. His current positions include being Head of the Climate Studies Division of the Manila Observatory and assistant professor at the Department of Physics in the School of Science and Engineering at the Ateneo.

In 2005, he became president of Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan, and became a member of the Board of Trustees of the Ateneo de Manila University in 2009.[5] He also sits as a member of the boards of trustees of the Ateneo de Davao University, the Ateneo de Naga University, and the Ateneo de Zamboanga University.

EYE SPY on the Social Media: Blogger unearths even more plagiarized Manny Pangilinan speeches

(Editor's note: Ms. Katrina Stuart Santiago, a former editor at the Diliman Diary (print edition) has just furnished us with a note on her Facebook account where in at least three (3) other instances, unknown speech writers of Manuel V. Pangilinan have appropriated or borrowed material that was not their own for their principal's use in his past speeches. Ms. Santiago is a former member of the faculty of the Department of English at Ateneo de Manila University.) Below is Ms. Santiago's textual analysis which we have copied below:

I used to tell my students that if i catch them plagiarizing one paper, it would put into question all other papers they had written before it.

Whoever MVP's speechwriters are, they've been giving him plagiarized speeches since 1997.

At the opening of the new Ateneo lib, 2010 MVP speech:

http://ateneo.edu/index.php?p=120&type=2&sec=29&aid=7786

original: http://www.imls.gov/news/events/whitehouse_1.shtm

Post-Ondoy speech on corporate social responsibility, 2009

MVP speech: http://ateneo.edu/index.php?p=120&type=2&aid=7650

original 1:

http://www.google.com.ph/search?hl=tl&q=From+the+streets+to+the+flooded+plains+write+the+next+chapter+in+their+stories.+Together,+we+should+ensure+that+the+legacy+of+a+terrible+storm+is+a+country+that+is+safer,+and+better+prepared,+for+the+tragedies+that+may+come.&meta=&aq=f&aqi=&aql=&oq=&gs_rfai=

original 2:

http://www.google.com.ph/search?hl=tl&source=hp&q=These+trials+also+remind+us+that+we+are+tied+together+in+this+life,+in+this+nation+%E2%80%93+that+the+despair+of+one+touches+us+all.+&meta=&aq=f&aqi=&aql=&oq=&gs_rfai=

original 3:

http://www.google.com.ph/search?sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=we+must+believe+that+that+future+will+come+--+that+with+every+tragedy+comes+the+chance+of+renewal,+that+adversity+can+give+birth+to+hope,+and+the+lessons+of+the+past+hold+the+key+to+a+better+future.

commencement speech in Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan, 1997

MVP speech: http://www.newsflash.org/2004/02/sb/sb004722.htm

original 1:

http://www.foundationsmag.com/strenuouslife-com.html

original 2:

http://web.archive.org/web/20071013011628/http://www.stephenking.com/com_address/

original 3:

http://www.entertonement.com/clips/wmwvsslvkj--DreamJesse-Jackson-Democratic-National-Convention-1984-

Official response of the Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) Board of Trustees and the President of Batch 2010 on the offer of its Chairman, Manuel V. Pangilinan to resign:

(Editor's note: The Diliman Diary is reposting below the official statement of the Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) Board of Trustees (BOT) and Gregorio Ramon A. Tingson, President of the Sanggunian ng mga Mag-aaral ng mga Paaralang Loyola, Pamantasang Ateneo de Manila, Academic Year 2009-2010, Ateneo de Manila University Batch 2010 for the sake of balanced coverage regarding the offer of Manuel V. Pangilinan to resign as ADMU's Chairman of its BOT in relation to the issue of plagiarized portions of his commencement address. We are doing this in relation to the previous dispatch we have posted in EYE SPY (April 12, 2010) commenting on and linking to radicalchick.com, the blog of Katrina Stuart Santiago, on the necessity of having ADMU's BOT in accepting Mr. Pangilinan's resignation)

Response of the Board of Trustees on the issues arising from the Commencement Address of MVP

SPECIAL BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING

11 April 2010

The Board of Trustees met on April 11, 2010 to deliberate on the issues arising from the commencement addresses of its Chairman, Mr. Manuel V. Pangilinan, on March 26 & 27, 2010. The Board reviewed the history of the case, from the writing of the speeches to the posting of the blogs, from the response of Mr. Pangilinan to the reply of Fr. Nebres issued on April 3, 2010. It kept in mind as well the concerned statements from faculty, students, staff, administrators and the public at large.

The Board came to the following conclusions:

1. The Board considers the matter of plagiarism very serious, particularly for an academic institution. It recognizes that Mr. Pangilinan considered this a very serious matter that has caused him deep embarrassment and pain. With him, the Ateneo community has struggled with the issue and engaged in a deep reflection on its own values of honesty and integrity.

2. In its discussion, the Board kept in mind the Catholic moral tradition which for culpability considers not just the seriousness of the matter but also whether there is full awareness and consent. It recognizes that the matter is serious, but that the plagiarism happened without full awareness on the part of Mr. Pangilinan.

3. At the same time, the Board acknowledges with deep respect Mr. Pangilinan’s immediate and full acceptance of responsibility and apology for this mistake. This is particularly admirable, because in acting in this manner, he spared others from this responsibility. This is a rare example of humility, selflessness, and leadership in our midst.

4. The Board accepts Mr. Pangilinan’s apology as the appropriate response to this unfortunate incident.

5. However, the unanimous decision of the Board is not to accept Mr. Pangilinan’s resignation. It expresses full confidence in his leadership as Chairman.

6. On the matter of the honorary degree conferred on Mr. Pangilinan, the reasons for the conferment are articulated in the citation. These are his visionary leadership, his love of country and service and commitment to our people, his generous self-giving to our country, the Ateneo de Manila and many other institutions. These remain unchanged.

In conclusion, the Board of Trustees asks Mr. Pangilinan to please reconsider his resignation from the Ateneo Board of Trustees. There is so much to be done, not just for the Ateneo, but for our country and people. His leadership is needed today more than ever.

(Source: http://ateneo.edu/index.php?p=120&type=2&sec=29&aid=8257)


Batch 2010's Official Response to Manuel V. Pangilinan

Dear Mr. Pangilinan,

Graduation is an event marked by people overflowing with triumph and euphoria, with some hint of sadness. It is a time of hanging on to the fond memories of friendship and lessons learned; letting go of the bad things which hinder one’s own and others’ growth; looking forward to the future as the graduates face a brand new chapter in their lives in entering the “real” world; and going with love because it is true that the world would die without it.

Just a day after that momentous event, the Graduation of SOH and SOSS Sesquicentennial Batch 2010, however, I and the rest of my batchmates still in the dark were greeted with the news of other people comparing parts of your commencement address with other previously given addresses by (as far as I know) J. K. Rowling, Barack Obama, Conan O’ Brien and Oprah Winfrey. People were voicing out views, comments and reactions all over the place, specifically on the social networking site Facebook. They ranged from the most negative and severe, the impartial and reflective, to the most supportive and optimistic on your behalf. The enormity with which the incident blew out of proportion, significantly because of media coverage and the internet, seemed astounding in the days that followed. This was then followed with the immediate release of your public apology and you owning up (and taking full and sole responsibility at that) to the mistake many of your detractors have maliciously chosen to point out, highlight, and emphasize. For that alone, you already have our full respect and admiration. Father Ben replied consequently, and asked that you reconsider your decision, after he accepted your apology with much care and understanding.

In view of all these and upon consultation, Batch 2010 would like you to know that like Father Ben, we understand that this incident has caused much personal embarrassment and pain on your part. And also with Father Ben, the Batch accepts your earnest apology wholeheartedly, and also utterly respects the fact that you do take full responsibility, even though the whole thing was not entirely of your doing.

Also like Father Ben, the Batch would have to disagree with your decision of retiring from your duties in the Ateneo, especially for the Ateneo community. The Batch recognizes that your response to what has become a sort of fiasco for waiting vultures was apt for a man such as you, and we can only imagine your distress throughout this whole unfortunate event – enough that you would claim that “wala na akong mukhang maihaharap.” Speaking in behalf of the alumni and undergraduates of the university, we indeed recognize that you are very much valued by the Ateneo community; so much so that it is believed we are fully equipped in moving on, learning, and going forward from this whole regrettable occurrence. And enumerating everything you have contributed to the Ateneo would be futile and overwhelming, to say the least; hence, I will refrain from doing so here.

As you must have felt that the events which unfolded were out of your hands, we too believe that your decision in the end is also beyond our grasp – it is between you, Father Ben, and the Board of Trustees. It has always been an honor that a man such as your magnanimity, innovation, dedication, and ardent spirit chose to be prominently of service to and for the Ateneo; and we sincerely hope you continue gracing us with that honor despite whatever ultimate decision you make. You, together with other Ateneo visionaries, were given the gift of having the capacity to change lives – lives which work and thrive from being inspired and motivated by you – through your life right now and beyond. Now, more than ever, we need someone who can show us how to deal with challenges, the way you have handled this situation with courage and utmost humility.

Sincerely yours,

Gregorio Ramon A. Tingson
President
Sanggunian ng mga Mag-aaral ng mga Paaralang Loyola
Pamantasang Ateneo de Manila
Academic Year 2009-2010
Ateneo de Manila University Batch 2010

(Source: http://ateneo.edu/index.php?p=120&type=2&sec=29&aid=8258)

Dateline Diliman: Announcements and Calendar of Events for April and May, 2010

(Artwork by: Rodel Tagos)

Dear Reader,

The Diliman Diary's research department has consolidated announcements and calendars of events from Ateneo de Manila University, Miriam College and U.P. Diliman and will be posting them online a monthly basis as a service to our readers and to help bridge the gaps in perceptions and understanding between these three great institutions. This will lead over time (at least we hope so) to greater interaction, cross-fertilization and understanding in the Diliman area making it an even more exciting and dynamic place to live and work in.

If you, the reader, in your individual capacity, or your organization have an event or anouncement that you wish to promote please email the details to: dilimandiary@yahoo.com Attention: The Editor.

Best regards,

Chanda Shahani
The Editor

April to May, 2010 Announcements and Events:

Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU). Please click on this link:

https://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0B2VO4dpq1vHKNzcyNzkyOWQtYzkwZi00NDQxLTllMDctZGZhOTQ4NmM5ODdh&hl=en&invite=CPqdovYN

Miriam College. Please click on this link:

https://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0B2VO4dpq1vHKOGNkMTNmNmYtNjJhNy00NzRiLTljMDQtZGM1NTVmN2Q4ZTNi&hl=en&invite=CL2CpqYF

U.P. Diliman. Please click on this link:

https://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0B2VO4dpq1vHKODJmMzUzOGEtOGY5My00MGNmLTg4NzQtZWE1N2JjZTE3ZDk1&hl=en&invite=CMqxpekM

EYE SPY on the Social Media: Katrina Stuart Santiago on Manny Pangilinan's plagiarized commencement address and why ADMU should accept his resignation

The Ateneo de Manila University ( ADMU) Board of Trustees (BOT) needs to finalize the example set by ADMU's BOT Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan who tendered his resignation after he was caught plagiarizing portions of his commencement address at ADMU last month. The BOT needs to accept the resignation ASAP for the sake of the school's integrity, and to set the message that plagiarism is very uncool, and cannot be shrugged or laughed off. This point is hammered home eloquently by former Diliman Diary (print edition) editor Katrina Stuart Santiago in her blog post, "Why Sorry Ain't Enough," at radicalchick.com. Santiago, a U.P. Diliman graduate, taught at the ADMU English department and her comments are exactly what she used to tell her students. Check it out at: http://radikalchick.com/why-sorry-ain’t-enough/

Diliman Video of the Week: All Day Long I Dream About Sex (TSM MTV)

This a humorous music video presented as part of The Sex Monologues production performed by the second group of Ateneo de Manila University's Lit14 class R09 (2nd Sem SY 2009-10) last March 19, 2010 at the CSR (Social Sciences Building).

Presented by MARKUS Entertainment.

Director: Markus Alcantara
Macho Dancer: Jairus Guzon
Location: Ateneo de Manila Loyola Schools
Music: All Day Long I Dream About Sex - JC Chasez