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Sa halip na i-anunsyo ang minor awards, Sineskolar ‘26 awarding, gaganapin sa LitNight DAVE D. MODINA Iba sa mga nakaraang GAD Film viewing, walang pag-aanunsyo ng mga “minor awards” sa taunang pagpapakitang-gilas ng bawat kolehiyo sa kanilang mga maikling pelikula ngayong ikalawang araw ng Intramurals 2026, ika-12 ng Oktubre, sa loob ng Library AVR. Ayon sa organizer ng aktibidad na si Yancy Dizon, sa halip na ianunsyo ang mga award tulad ng best director, best poster, at iba pa, gaya ng mga nakaraang taon, napagdesisyunan ng komite na gawin ito sa ikaapat na araw na lamang ng Intramurals o sa Literary Night.
Naniniwala si Noli Sanico Polea, alumnus ng MSU-GenSan, na patuloy na nakalilikha ng de-kalidad na mga pelikula ang mga magaaral ng pamantasan. Gayunman, hindi maipagkakaila ang mga hamong kinakaharap nila, tulad ng “maliit na bilang ng crews, kakulangan sa badyet, limitadong kagamitan, at ang kawalan ng oras ng preparasyon.” Dagdag pa niya, walang anumang kasangkapan ang makapapantay sa gawa ng isang filmmaker.
Mayroon pa ring walong entry ang nasabing aktibidad, na kumakatawan sa walong kolehiyo, partikular ang Vanguards, Tribals, Wizards, Asteegs, Legendary Mentors, Reapers, Anglers, at Tycoons.
“This is why we use film as a form of protest, including a call for filmmaking itself to receive greater attention and support. Film is a real form of art and no artificial intelligence can replace authentic and real stories made by real and creative filmmakers,” ani niya.
‘No AI can replace creativity’
First-ever multiple screening
Inanunsyo rin ni Dizon sa huling bahagi ng aktibidad na, sa unang pagkakataon, apat na screening ang gaganapin para sa Sineskolar 2026, kumpara sa dalawang screening lamang noong mga nakaraang taon. Gaganapin ang ikatlo at ikaapat na screening sa ikaapat na araw ng Intramurals, sa ika-14 ng Oktubre, sa parehong oras ng mga screening noong ikalawang araw. “Malaki ang improvement ng film viewing this year,” ang tanging pahayag ni Polea matapos masaksihan ang screening.
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Magnates, Pensuara withdraw from CDP; ‘Banaag’ replaces ‘Sinag Bulawan’ as publication name ZYRELLE FAITH EROJO Magnates and Pensuara withdrew from the Collaborative Desktop Publishing (CDP) competition due to challenges in team preparation, while the competition adopted Banaag as its new publication name after using Sinag Bulawan for three straight years at the CSSH Mini Theater, October 12. Representing the College of Business Administration and Accountancy (CBAA) and the Institute of Islamic, Arabic, and International Studies (IIAIS), respectively, the two publications struggled to assemble complete teams and meet competitions demands. Publication challenges Samuel Octavio, Editor-in-Chief of Pensuara, said recruiting students willing to commit to the competition was a major challenge, particularly because some lacked sufficient journalism experience. “Actually, ang problema jud namo kay ang willingness,” Octavio said. He added that organizing practice sessions, securing their layout artist’s availability, and accessing equipment further complicated their preparation. Although Pensuara had five remaining members, only two participated on competition day, leaving the publication short of the seven participants
required for CDP. Meanwhile, Ritz Jhon L. Soriano, a constituent and was supposed to be part of the CBAA CDP team, said the team decided to withdraw despite practicing for two days because members had conflicting commitments, including sports activities. “Since collaborative required diba ng collaboration? And then sila hindi kami makapresent ng presentable output if i-go through namin siya,” Soriano said. He also said the participants for the CDP received a 1,500 pesos budget from the Business Administration & Accountancy Student Council Officer, but hoped for greater financial and institutional support in future competitions. A new light This year’s competition also introduced Banaag as its publication name, replacing Sinag Bulawan, which had been used for three consecutive years. Assoc. Prof. Love I. Batoon, MAED, assistant focal head for CDP’s literary competition, explained that Banaag represents a light gradually emerging from darkness, reflecting the hope and resilience of the community following difficult experiences.
“Banaag” symbolizes a light that slowly becomes visible even in darkness, Batoon explained, emphasizing how campus journalism illuminates the truth and gives students a voice. The competition’s press kits featured sociopolitical issues, both international and local, alongside campus concerns that participants were expected to understand as student journalists, such as Joint Venture Agreement (JVA), Vice President Sara Duterte’s voting issue and MSU-GenSan page. Batoon said the issues were deliberately included because journalists were expected to be familiar with current affairs and matters affecting their communities. Meanwhile, the competition did not allow cartoonists to use digital art, emphasizing the importance of demonstrating their individual artistic abilities through traditional methods. Batoon explained that the committee wanted to showcase the inherent skills of student journalists while remaining open to technological advancements in future competitions. The committee may consider adapting to digital tools in the coming years, but for this year, it prioritized the students’ ability to demonstrate their skills without relying on digital applications.
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IGNITE-MARE IN BROAD DAYLIGHT IGNITE-MARE IN BROAD IGNITE-MARE IN BROAD DAYLIGHT DAYLIGHT IGNITE-MARE IN BROAD DAYLIGHT Aljim Kudarat
For centuries, humanity lived by the trembling mercy of a small candle. As generations passed, electricity became modern society’s lifeline, illuminating industries, classrooms, and daily governance. Yet during the opening ceremony of the Mindanao State University-General Santos Intramurals 2026 on October 11, that lifeline snapped. Amid the cheers and ceremonial speeches including an address by former Senator Manny Pacquiao, a prolonged power outage plunged the venue into darkness, requiring a frustratingly long wait before power was restored. This outage was not an isolated technical hitch aside from having a damage on electrical wirings; it was a visible symptom of a distribution system operating under severe structural strain. This persistent service instability forms the backdrop of the proposed Conditional Joint Venture Agreement (CJVA) between the South Cotabato II Electric Cooperative, Inc. (SOCOTECO II) and Ignite Power Corp., backed by Primelectric Holdings Inc. and MP Holdings Inc. Public sentiment regarding the partnership is already reflected in the ballot box. Official partial and official tallies released by the SOCOTECO II Overall Plebiscite Committee as of October 11, 2026, show an overwhelming majority of member-consumerowners (MCOs) favoring the deal: 92,675 YES votes (95.52%) against 4,342 NO votes (4.48%) across completed voting dates. This decisive lead underscores widespread consumer frustration with chronic blackouts and a collective desire for modernized infrastructure. Yet, while the landslide numbers demonstrate strong public backing, public enthusiasm must not replace rigorous contractual scrutiny. Overwhelming support makes enforceable safeguards and regulatory
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compliance even more critical. The plebiscite process surrounding the CJVA has previously navigated legal challenges regarding procedural transparency. Petitions filed before the court sought Temporary Restraining Orders (TROs), questioning whether full documentation of the agreement was sufficiently disclosed to MCOs prior to voting. The Regional Trial Court subsequently dissolved the initial TRO, allowing scheduled plebiscite dates to proceed. Crucially, editorial analysis must distinguish between procedural complaints and substantive validity: court injunctions evaluate whether voting guidelines and information drives satisfy legal standards, whereas the long-term merit of the corporate arrangement remains a policy evaluation for MCOs and regulators alike. The financial drivers behind the venture remain significant. Financial reports presented by SOCOTECO II highlight an accumulated deficit of PHP 2.1 billion, system losses at 14 percent, and monthly operational losses estimated at around PHP 40 million. Aging distribution lines and substations require massive capital expenditure that the cooperative cannot internalize on its own. These figures clarify why private capital participation has gained immense traction among voters. Nevertheless, an urgent need for infrastructure investment does not negate the importance of clear governance covenants. Under the CJVA
framework, Ignite Power provides 70 percent of the transaction consideration in cash while SOCOTECO II holds a 30 percent equity stake in a newly formed distribution corporation. Shifting from complete operational control to a 30 percent equity holder inherently redefines the cooperative’s role. Because a 70 percent majority stake grants the private partner operational decision-making power and board control, consumer protection shifts to specific corporate governance provisions. To safeguard MCO interests in a minority equity setup, the joint venture charter must include explicit protections: clear minority voting rights on key asset sales, fixed policy guidelines against arbitrary rate spikes, guaranteed seats for MCO representatives on the board, and enforceable commitments to prioritize grid expansion over short-term dividend payouts. Proponents of the agreement emphasize tangible benefits: lowering the recoverable system loss cap passed on to consumers from 8.25 percent to 5.5
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percent, alongside a targeted five-year modernization initiative. These commitments address the core complaints of the voting public. However, civic and business groups, such as the General Santos City Chamber of Commerce and Industry remind stakeholders that supporting modernization requires strict accountability. A promotional pledge outlines expectations; a binding corporate contract determines enforceability. As the plebiscite nears completion, the mandate from memberconsumers is increasingly clear. The landslide “YES” trend demonstrates that consumers are eager for a functional, modern power grid. Yet, true progress requires that this overwhelming vote of confidence be answered with complete transparency, operational excellence, and robust protection of consumer rights. Solving today’s energy deficits must build a reliable electric utility without compromising democratic oversight or long-term rate affordability.
DAY TWO
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ICTO rolls out new student system, addresses VANGUARDS SPOIL THE HARVEST initial user concerns Vanguards fend off Reapers’ charge, seize 2-1 men’s pickleball victory JOHN WYNNE ESCOLANO - KRYSTELLE MANLANGIT Flipping the momentum after a sluggish start, the College of Social Sciences and Humanities (CSSH) Vanguards mounted a ruthless tactical recalibration to uproot the College of Agriculture (COA) Reapers for a 2-1 series steal during the men’s pickleball team event at the University Lawn Tennis Court, October 12. After surrendering the opening tie, the Vanguards survived a grueling exchange of deuces to snatch the second doubles bracket and ultimately relied on a collective team effort in the singles decider to lock in their opening-day victory. Taking early control of the non-volley zone through aggressive baseline drives, the COA smashers struck first blood in the opening doubles match to seamlessly reap a 1-0 advantage as the series unfolded.
heavily recalibrated to take charge of a closely contested second game, navigating through a tense string of deuces to keep their campaign alive. Riding the emotional high of the second set directly into the final singles clash, CSSH revitalized their strategic defensive movements to ultimately shatter the tie and emphatically complete the 2-1 comeback. Clinching this crucial momentum-shifting win allows the Vanguards to continue forging their mark as the intramural competition progresses.
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THE COMEBACK Vanguards recovered from an opening-match loss to defeat the Reapers in the men’s pickleball team event.
Pushed to the brink, the Maroon-blooded dinkers
GUMIMBA NG GINTO Gumimba, dinomina ang Mentor jin sa taekwondo; sumikad sa featherweight gold MARIELLE PACONG - JOHN ROSS SAMBANAN Bumira ng solidong body kicks si Rex Daniel Gumimba ng College of Agriculture (COA) upang patumbahin ang depensa ni Kris Carlson Ras ng College of Education (CoEd) Legendary Mentors at magtala ng 2-0 (16-1, 18-1) dominasyon upang sungkitin ang men’s featherweight gold sa Men’s Taekwondo event ng Intramurals 2026 sa Laktanan Park, Oktubre 12. Binuksan ni Gumimba ang laban sa unang round matapos magpakawala ng magkakasunod na body kicks na bigong depensahan ng Mentor blue jin, sinubok man nitong gumanti ng body punch upang makapuntos, hiindi pa rin ito nakapalag sa sunod-sunod na patama ng Reaper standout na tinarak ang labinlimang puntong bentahe, 16–1. “Gina-aim gid nako sa body kay as a small fighter, lisod good i-reach ang head niya, so side kick jud
sa body or cut kick,” saad ni Gumimba. Sa pagsikad ng ikalawang round, sinubukan mang bumawi ng bet ng Mentors, agad na pinakawalan ni Gumimba ang sunod-sunod na cut kicks upang palawakin ang agwat sa puntos bago pakawalan ang three-point head kick sa natitirang 16 segundo ng round upang itala ang 18-1 na kalamangan. “Gitake advantage gyud nako ang pagiging small fighter nako, kay nice maglaro if mas maliit ka kay sakto lang sa akong tiil para ma-reach iyang body,” dagdag ng featherweight gold medalist. Mula sa pagkakamit ng gold medal at Most Valuable Player (MVP) award sa kaniyang unang taon sa unibersidad hanggang sa pag-uwi ng tansong medalya sa ikalawang taon, muling inangkin ni Gumimba ang trono sa featherweight division, ngayon bilang kinatawan ng College of Agriculture (COA). Lalong naging makahulugan ang kaniyang
pagbabalik sa kampeonato nang dominahin si Ras, ang kinatawan ng dati niyang kolehiyo, upang muling patunayan ang kaniyang husay at kakayahang mangibabaw sa dibisyong minsan na niyang nasakop.
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MASAGANANG ANI Reapers, pinatatag ang abante; Ordiz bumuwelo sa pagsiguro ng panalo JANYL ALABA- JIBRYLE MOHAMMAD Maagang naghasik ng pananalasa sa opensa ang College of Agriculture (COA) Reapers sa pangunguna ni Johann Jay Ordiz upang anihin ang 49-44 panalo kontra College of Social Sciences and Humanities (CSSH) Vanguards sa Men’s Basketball ng Intramurals 2026, University Gymnasium, Oktubre 12. Pinangunahan ni Ordiz ang mabilis na pag-atake ng Reapers sa unang quarter upang itayo ang 18-10 kalamangan, habang naging puhunan ng COA ang mabilis na palitan ng bola at maayos na komunikasyon upang mapanatili ang kanilang ratsada. Gayunman, bumandera si Zari Macalangcom sa huling quarter upang pangunahan ang tangkang paghabol ng Vanguards sa pamamagitan ng sunod-sunod na krusyal na mga tira, habang sinikap ng koponan ng mga agrikultura na pangalagaan ang kanilang puwesto sa Top 2 ng bracket. Muling nagbalik sa aksiyon si Ordiz sa ikatlong quarter upang patatagin ang ratsada ng COA, habang nagsilbing tagapag-ugnay sa opensa si Zian Jude Arsolon sa pag-aayos ng mga atake. Pinatatag naman ni Zekar Irimeo ang komunikasyon ng Reapers upang mapanatili ang kanilang kontrol sa laro at dalhin ang kalamangan sa 43-32 pagpasok ng huling quarter.
Lalong uminit ang bakbakan nang pangunahan nina Clarence Dave Mula at Mohamad Ibrahim ang opensiba ng Vanguards, na nagpaliit sa kalamangan ng Reapers sa tatlong puntos sa natitirang isang minuto ng laro. Subalit, muling umariba si Ordiz sa huling 20 segundo upang tuluyang iselyo ang panalo ng Reapers, matapos makapuntos kasunod ng foul at pigilan ang tangkang pagbaligtad ng Vanguards sa dikdikang pagtatapos. MPAY AN IN G TAGU
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DOMINASYONG WALANG LUSOT Mentors, diniskaril ang mga Taliba sa 11-1 dominasyon; Borre, nanguna sa ratsada JAMES TALAY - RAYJIE CARILLO Matapos maglatag ng mga solido at kalkuladong opensiba, walang patid na pinangunahan ng Mentors ng College of Education (COEd) ang 11-1 pagdurog sa College of Social Science and Humanities (CSSH) sa Frisbee tournament ng Intramurals 2026, sa Quadrangle ng Pamantasan, Oktubre 12. Naging sandigan ng dominasyon si thrower Genero Borre matapos magrehistro ng apat na blocks, tatlong assist, at isang puntos, na nagsilbing mitsa sa patuloy na pag-arangkada ng Mentors. Nakiambag din sa ratsada si Mentor Jimuel Ryn Almeron sa pamamagitan ng mga pulidong pasa at organisadong opensiba na nagpalawak sa
puwang ng kanilang koponan laban sa CSSH. Agad na nagliyab ang opensiba ng COEd matapos itala ang 7-0 bentahe, na nagbigay sa kanila ng kontrol sa daloy ng tunggalian at nagbigay-laya upang maipamalas ang kanilang koordinasyon sa bawat play. “Lipay kaayo ko, since mao ni first Frisbee [sa intramurals] tas grabe dayon among performance,” masayang pahayag ni John Darrel Calulo sa isang panayam matapos ang laban. Sa huli, pinatunayan ng Mentors na higit pa sa matitinding bitaw ang naging puhunan nila sa dominanteng panalo, ito ay ang matatag na koordinasyon at disiplinadong pagtupad sa kanilang mga taktika.