Begin your international studies journey with Assumption College

Selecting the right school is a significant decision for both students and parents. Schools play a critical role in shaping a young adult's personality and worldview. Moreover, a proper learning environment enables young adults to explore and enhance their holistic potential.

 

That is exactly what Assumption College offers: enriching opportunities that allow students to go beyond the four walls of a classroom environment and to have the world within reach.

Championing transformative education

 

When choosing a school, various factors need to be taken into account, from programs and opportunities to costs and location. Assumption College makes the decision much easier, with its esteemed reputation for delivering excellent education for each and every student.

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Assumption College has two main departments: liberal arts under the Marie Eugenie School for Innovative Learning (MESIL) and business administration and management under Milleret School of Business and Management for Women (MSBMW). The institution’s roster of excellent academic programs range from communication, interior design, psychology and education, to accountancy, business administration, and entrepreneurship..

Championing transformative education, Assumption College is future-proofing students with a fresh approach to learning. Known as Ability-based Learning or “ABLe”, this student-centered method of education puts an emphasis on developing Prime Life Abilities centered on Assumption College’s Core Values, preparing students to face the real world.

 

On top of high-quality academic programs, Assumption College also boasts an accessible international student exchange program that opens up the world to its students.

 

An accessible student exchange program

 

An international exchange program can be a life-changing experience for students, but factors like high costs can deter them from pursuing such programs. Assumption College’s International Student Exchange Program addresses this concern. With the program, students do not need to pay additional tuition fees at their chosen overseas partner institution. This gives more students the opportunity to study abroad for a semester, allowing them to:

 

●      immerse themselves in a brand new culture and meet new people from all walks of life

●      take the opportunity to learn a new language 

●      experience different styles of learning under the guidance of various esteemed educators; and

●      widen their employment opportunities on a global scale.

Participants all echo their love and enjoyment of the Assumption College’s life-changing exchange program. 

As such, Assumption College students are able to grow independent, confident, and capable of taking on life’s challenges, preparing them to find success in their endeavors both in the local and global scale.

 

Assumption College has partnered with reputable institutions around the world, such as Monroe College in New York, Assumption University in Massachusetts, Hiroshima University in Japan, Kobe College in Japan, Reactor School in Singapore, and Universitas Kristen Indonesia in Jakarta, as well as other institutions in the UK, Australia, and South Korea.

 

Students who have participated in the international student exchange program can testify to how much the program has helped them change in better ways. 

 

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“I was able to grow into the woman of faith, community, and action through the help of the Assumption education and family,” shared Alexandra Victoria Adriano Boccone, who took part in Assumption College’s student exchange program to Assumption University, Worcester, Massachusetts.

 

“It was an eye-opening experience where I realized that we live in a big world with a lot of opportunities to grow and world,” said Clarisse Ambray, who went to Kobe College under the same student exchange program. “If I’m allowed to enroll again, I’d do it. That’s how much I loved the experience.”

 

“It’s one of the highlights of my college years,” Bea Marbella, who also attended Kobe College for a semester. “Words can't express how grateful I am that I joined this program. It's really fun and I hope you guys get to experience what I did as well.”

 

The program is an eye-opening experience that exposes students to opportunities in partner schools such as

those in Hiroshima University or Kobe College in Japan, and other reputable institutions around the world, such as Monroe College in New York, Assumption University in Massachusetts, Reactor School in Singapore, and Universitas Kristen Indonesia in Jakarta, as well as other institutions in the UK, Australia, and South Korea.

Begin your international studies journey now with Assumption College

 

It’s time to broaden your horizons and step out into the world. Enroll in Assumption College and get ready to study abroad without paying additional tuition fees to your chosen overseas institution. Application for School Year 2023–2024 is currently ongoing, so don’t miss this chance! Sign up now through this registration form: bit.ly/AssumptionCollegeRegistrationForm.

 

For more information, visit the Virtual Admissions Hub or contact the College Admissions Office through email at admissions@assumption.edu.ph or mobile at +63 927 966 2341 or +63 926 728 0980.

 

Ortigas Malls has adjusted its schedules in Greenhills Mall, Estancia Mall, and Tiendesitas in observance of Holy Week.

This year’s Holy Week is a very long five-day weekend, from Maundy Thursday to Monday, Araw ng Kagitingan or Day of Valor. Thousands of Filipinos will definitely hit the beaches for hot summer fun while many others prefer to enjoy the quietness of the city with their families and, as Catholic traditions go, do their panata or vows such as Visita Iglesia and Stations of the Cross.

 

Ortigas Malls has adjusted its schedules in Greenhills Mall, Estancia Mall, and Tiendesitas in observance of Holy Week.

 

From April 3 to 5, Greenhills will be open from 10am to 8pm, Estancia will be from 11am to 9pm, and Tiendesitas will be from 10am to 9pm. All three malls will be closed on Maundy Thursday (April 6) and Good Friday (April 7).

 

The malls will resume regular operations on Black Saturday (April 8) and Easter Sunday (April 9). Greenhills Mall will be open from 10am to 9pm, Estancia Mall will be from 10am to 10pm, and Tiendesitas will be from 10am to 10pm.

Delicious, meatless food options for all

Ortigas Malls has numerous restaurants that offer seafood and vegetarian dishes, such as 101 Korean Hotdog at Estancia (you must try their tuna teriyaki sandwich), and Sweet Ecstasy at Greenhills (don’t miss their Filet-X-Shrimp and Filet-X-Fish sandwiches). 

 

Modern Table at Estancia also has a special menu featuring hearty seafood dishes for only P299, like Seafood Amatriciana and X.O Crab Fried Rice. For the sushi roll and tempura lovers, Ebi 10’s best-sellers include Crispy Torched Salmon Skin Roll, Jumbo Shrimp Tempura, and Spicy Tuna Salad.

 

For a relaxing merienda with loved ones, Southbank Cafe + Lounge offers a wide range of coffee creations, as well as healthy meals like Smashed Avocado Toast and Falafel Wrap. Another spot is Kandle Cafe, which is a pet-friendly cafe that also serves different coffee concoctions and desserts, from cookies to flavored mousses.

 

Stations of the Cross and other church activities

For the Catholic faithful who want to do the Stations of the Cross, Capitol Commons has provided  a space for them to reflect on their faith. Capitol Commons will have the 14 Stations of the Cross spread out at the Park from April 4 to 9.

 

Stations of the Cross is a Catholic tradition of prayerful meditation on Good Friday. The faithful commemorate the Passion of Christ at 14 stations that have pictures or carvings of these events. This devotion is done by individuals, families and groups as they visit and pray at each station depicting Christ’s journey, from the time He is condemned to death to when He is crucified, and finally put inside a sepulcher.

 

On Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, families can visit Catholic churches near Ortigas Malls: Mary the Queen Parish near Greenhills Mall in San Juan; St. Pio of Pietrelcina Chapel and Sta. Lucia Parish near Estancia Mall in Pasig; and Sto. Rosario de Pasig Parish Church and Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament Chapel  near Tiendesitas in Pasig. Or they can visit the Chapel of the Holy Family inside V Mall in Greenhills Mall.

 

Easter activities for kids and kids at heart

Greenhills goes to the farm with its Barn Eggsploration on Easter Sunday. Kids will have fun hunting Easter eggs with farm animals at the mall. Register by scanning the barcode on your Ortigas Community Card, and spend an accumulated or single purchase worth P1,500 from March 17 to April 9 to register and participate. You may claim your tickets at the concierge area on the second floor of Centermall.

 

At Tiendesitas, Easter Sunday takes on a Hawaiian luau theme. The Hawaiian Eggventure will feature balloon twisting, and egg and face painting from 1 to 2 pm, an egg hunt from 2 to 3 pm, and a luau mini musical show from 3 to 4 pm. Scan the barcode on your Ortigas Community Card, and spend an accumulated or single purchase worth P1,000 from March 17 to April 9 to register and participate.  

 

Meanwhile, Estancia Mall will feature Pororo and Friends for an Easter Eggventure where kids hunt for eggs with them. Simply register by scanning the QR code on your Ortigas Community Card, spend an accumulated or a single purchase worth P2,000 from March 17 to April 9 and join! You may claim your tickets at the concierge area at the ground floor of the East Wing.

 

Join the Easter fun and enjoy many other perks by registering for an Ortigas Community Card via the Ortigas Malls app.

 

Ortigas Malls makes it worthwhile for families to stay in the city and create new Holy Week memories.

 

For more information, follow Ortigas Land on Facebook and Instagram. Download the Ortigas Malls app, like  Ortigas Malls on Facebook, and follow @greenhillsph, @estanciaph, @tiendesitasph, and @industriaph on Instagram. 

 

Samsung launches the new Galaxy A Series in the Philippines

 

Samsung’s Awesome Together launch party unveiled the new Galaxy A54 5G and A34 5G series at the Marriott Manila Ballroom, bringing awesome content creation and entertainment to life in a spectacular and immersive event.

In a program hosted by content creator and singer Renee Dominique, Samsung shared a walkthrough of the A Series’ awesome innovations, from amazing photography and videography features, including improved Nightography, video stabilization and editing tools to make content creation a breeze, Super Smooth 120Hz refresh rate, to its sleek design and aesthetic made with eco-friendly and recycled materials; Samsung’s newest A series was designed to make great experiences into awesome memories for life.

Style icons and it-girls Claudia Barretto and Juliana Gomez led guests on an experiential journey to the Awesome Zones revealed by an upbeat performance from Upeepz, that actualized the feeling of awesomeness the Galaxy A series could give as the Gen Zers’ new best friends.

 

Awesome Content 

Samsung has transformed several features in its latest Galaxy A series to make content creation more enjoyable. The spectacular lime-green Awesome Content Factory Zone allowed guests to capture, customize and print their amazing photos, letting them play with the awesome editing tools and personalization features of the Galaxy A54 5G and the A34 5G like the photo remastering tool, object eraser, custom stickers and even built-in Snapchat AR filters.

 

Awesome Interactive Zone

Guests also experienced the style, power and durability of the Galaxy A Series in the deeply engaging and amazingly fun violet hued Entertainment Hub!

 

At the Awesome Vibes Only station, guests were invited to take a mirror selfie using the Galaxy A54 5G to see how the phone’s awesome design instantly elevates their style while the Awesome Champions station had guests battling it out on fun mobile games, proving the awesome speed of the Exynos 1380 processor for Galaxy A54 5G and MediaTek Dimensity 1080 processor for Galaxy A34 5G. 

The last stop It’s Giving Awesome highlights the Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy A34 5G’s amazing durability as the devices were submerged in water – these devices are Rated IP67, and they can withstand dust, sand and up to 1 meter of fresh water for up to 30 minutes, making them perfect for summer adventures!

 

Aside from creating awesome content with the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy A34 5G, these devices are also entertainment powerhouses. They come with AMOLED displays, 6.4-inch on the Galaxy A54 5G and 6.6-inch on the Galaxy A34 5G also allow for an immersive viewing experience, with its FHD+ resolution giving ultra-realistic colors.  With 5G connectivity and super-fast charging  - get up to 50% at only 30 minutes of charging and get more than 2 days of power with a single charge – they are also perfect for uninterrupted video playback and gaming sessions. 

 

The Galaxy A54 5G retails for PHP 26,990 for the 256GB variant and PHP 24,990 for the128GB variant and comes in three trendy colors: Awesome Graphite, Awesome Lime, and the online-exclusive Awesome Violet. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A34 5G retails for PHP 21,990 for the 256GB variant and PHP 19,990 for the128GB variant and comes in two colors: Awesome Graphite and Awesome Violet.

 

Get your Galaxy A54 and A34 5G with awesome offers like flexible payment deals from Home Credit and  0% Credit Card installment plans. If you want to trade in your old device, you can also enjoy savings of up to PHP 10,150. Bundle deals are also available with other Samsung devices – get 50% off on the Galaxy Buds2 Pro and Galaxy Buds2, and 30% off on the Galaxy Watch5 Series. And you’ll also continue to enjoy  a Free Travel Adapter together with their devices.

 

The Galaxy A54 and A34 5G is available through samsung.com, Samsung Experience Stores, Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com and MemoXpress Online. 

 

For more information, visit https://www.samsung.com/ph/

Red Ribbon is making the NEW Chocolate Heaven, their best chocolate cake yet, available in over 150 stores in Metro Manila

If you have been dying to get a taste of Red Ribbon’s NEW Chocolate Heaven Cake since its launch last September 2022 but couldn’t find a store offering it nearby, this one’s for you! 

 

Red Ribbon is making the NEW Chocolate Heaven, their best chocolate cake yet, available in over 150 stores in Metro Manila, North Luzon, and South Luzon starting April 1, 2023.

Now’s your chance to experience the heavenly layers of premium chocolate that come with this highly talked about breakthrough cake! Indulge in the moistness of its chocolate fudge cake, the creaminess of its chocolate icing, and the richness of its chocolate ganache – all of which come together to give you that heavenly taste that everyone has been raving about.

 

Check this link for the list of Red Ribbon stores in Luzon offering Chocolate Heaven and get yours starting at only P899 for Junior size and P1239 for Regular size. You can also have it delivered straight to your home by ordering through the Red Ribbon app, website, hotline #87777, or through the GrabFood and foodpanda apps.

SHEIN’s brand ambassador Belle Mariano, attended the launch of SHEIN’s second pop-up in the Philippines

Summer is a great time to experiment with bright and bold colors in your wardrobe. Here are some colorful pieces that could be perfect for your summer wardrobe:

 

1.  A vibrant sundress: A bold sundress in a bright hue like yellow, pink, or orange can add a pop of color to your summer wardrobe.

2.  Colorful accessories: Adding colorful accessories like a bright scarf, statement earrings, or a colorful belt can transform an outfit and make it more vibrant.

3.  Floral prints: A dress or blouse with a bold floral print can be a great way to add color and pattern to your summer wardrobe.

4.  Colorful sandals: Switch out your basic black or brown sandals for a pair in a bright color like red, blue, or green.

5.  Bright swimwear: If you're heading to the beach, a brightly colored swimsuit can make you feel confident and summery.

You can shop the SHEIN Summer Collection at Bloom Pop-Up Showroom at Glorietta Makati!

Global fashion and lifestyle e-retailer SHEIN is bringing bright and beautiful colours to your wardrobe with its latest summer collection. The new styles from the capsule collection will be on display in the upcoming SHEIN  pop-up. This is also the first time that SHEIN will feature men's outfits.

SHEIN’s first Filipina brand ambassador, Belle Mariano attended the launch of SHEIN’s second pop-up in the Philippines together with popular online personalities Small Laude, Viy Cortez, Toni Sia, Dani Baretto, and Miss Nate, where they were treated to a first look of the collection. Incorporating a mix of classic cuts and trendy pieces, the collection includes inclusive sizing that can be mixed and matched to express different styles. The collection also includes a variety of bags, shoes, and accessories to complement and personalize each look. 

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“I am excited to check out SHEIN’s latest summer collection to update my wardrobe for the season. With a wide selection to choose from, I can easily find new pieces that can match my existing wardrobe,” says Mariano. 

With SHEIN’s wide selection of new products, there is sure to be something that will fit your lifestyle. Shop the SHEIN Summer Collection with ease on the app, and don't miss SHEIN's second Pop up at Palm Drive Activity Center, Glorietta 2 from now until April 2.   

Here are some peak travel reminders to keep in mind for the Lenten Season

The Holy Week is a time for reflection and reunion with families, with many Filipinos taking the opportunity to be with their loved ones, either to participate in religious activities, or go on a much-deserved vacation.

While airports are expected to get busy at this time of the year, air travel should not be a chaotic experience for every Juan. Here are a few reminders from Cebu Pacific:

1. Be on time at the airport and beat traffic

Cebu Pacific and Cebgo passengers must allot time for traffic going to the airport. Passengers must be at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 and 4 at least three (3) hours before departure for domestic flights, and four (4) hours for international flights. Passengers traveling to Dubai are allowed to check in as early as seven (7) hours before departure.

2. Check in online

Long lines may be avoided at the airport by checking in via the official CEB mobile app or via the Manage Booking section of the CEB website. Both options are available from seven (7) days up to one (1) hour before scheduled time of departure for domestic flights, and up to four (4) hours before scheduled departure for international fliers.

3. Check flight information, closing times

All check-in counters close one (1) hour before the scheduled time of departure to ensure there is ample time for all necessary pre-flight procedures. After checking in, we encourage passengers to immediately go through immigration and final security to avoid delays. Boarding commences 45 minutes before the scheduled departure.

Updated flight information may be viewed at https://www.cebupacificair.com/flight-status

4. Self-tag luggage for select domestic destinations

Guests flying out of select domestic destinations (Manila, Davao, Clark, Cagayan de Oro, General Santos, Bohol, Iloilo, and Zamboanga) are reminded to self-tag their check-in luggage at the designated kiosks at the airport, prior to proceeding to counters for bag drops.

5. Pack your bags accordingly

Passengers must bring only one carry-on bag for a more convenient flight experience. The carry-on bag must not exceed 7kg in weight and can fit in the overhead bins or under the seat.

CEB has exempted items that are allowed to be carried aside from the single hand carried bag:

·       Gadgets or food items that cannot be checked-in;

·       Items purchased inside the airport (requires proof of receipt);

·       Assistive or medical items such as walking canes, foldable walkers;

·       Baby food and necessities for passengers traveling with infants;

·       Or a small bag that can fit under the seat.

6. Checked baggage policy

Passengers are encouraged to purchase prepaid baggage online via the CEB website or mobile app to save on fees. CEB has implemented a per piece baggage policy which applies to all passengers with checked baggage. A passenger can bring one (1) piece for each purchase of 20kg or 32kg, and may get up to any two (2) of these weight options, for a maximum of two (2) pieces of baggage and a combined weight of 64kg.

Any excess in size, weight and pieces are subject to oversized baggage fee, excess baggage fee and/or extra Bag Fee.

7. Check the airport terminal assignment of your flight

Passengers must check their itineraries and boarding passes before proceeding to their designated airport terminal. Cebu Pacific’s 5J flights arrive at and depart from the NAIA Terminal 3, while Cebgo (DG) flights to and from Manila operate from the NAIA Terminal 4 at Domestic Road, Pasay City. There will not be any terminal change for Cebu Pacific and Cebgo flights from NAIA.

We are grateful to every Juan for choosing to fly with us. We look forward to more travels with you, and your families and friends in 2023. CEB now flies to a total of 34 domestic and 25 international destinations. Visit www.cebupacificair.com for more information.

 

#PinaysWhoBreakBarriersOnYouTube: Women content creators from several walks of life shared their inspiring stories

 

In , women content creators from several walks of life shared their inspiring stories on rising above challenges and how YouTube has helped them make a difference. 

 

Hosted by Miss Trans Global 2020, actress, writer, and content creator Mela Habijan, the intimate gathering delved into the different stories of YouTube creators Lyqa Maravilla, Candy Pangilinan, Chezka Carandang, Jozelle Tech, as well as Habijan and Google Philippines Country Director Bernadette Nacario themselves.

 

Helping an entire society break barriers and achieve their full potential

Lyqa Maravilla was inspired to start creating educational content in 2015 by her own grandmother, who only managed to attain a Grade 3 education, as well as a group of women who could not pass the Civil Service Exam because they were also juggling their responsibilities as homemakers and mothers. 

L-R: Jozelle Tech, Lyqa Maravilla, Candy Pangilinan, Google Philippines Country Director Bernadette Nacario, Chezka Carandang, Mela Habijan

Eventually, more people found her content and were able to apply her lessons to other similar exams, and the momentum she gained from this support gave her the confidence to create more content on study hacks, workplace tips, and many more videos that simply were able to help Filipinos, especially those who were disadvantaged.

 

Not only were the barriers in many Filipinos’ ways broken, but more importantly, heavily disadvantaged women were now gaining an edge.“We’re able to help so many people get jobs—actually, our current average is three to five people, mostly women, reporting per day that they land jobs and get promoted,” said Maravilla.

 

In the same vein as Maravilla’s highly helpful educational content, commercial pilot Chezka Carandang’s YouTube content goes a long way in opening an entirely new horizon of possibilities for women.

 

Starting her own YouTube channel during the pandemic, Carandang—who had always wanted to be a pilot but had to figure out how to do it herself—simply wanted to share the process and her own story of how she managed to soar to the skies.

 

“That’s why I started my YouTube channel. Before, I was the one who had a hard time learning and becoming a pilot, now, I want to be the one aspiring pilots turn to to learn how to become a pilot,” said Carandang.

 

“It all started with one video on how to become a pilot, and after that, I was able to build a community. I get so many comments saying ‘Chezka, I became a pilot because of you. I didn’t know it was possible to become a pilot.’”

 

YouTube as a way to inspire

Beyond education, because of the multitude of diverse voices on the platform, for many people YouTube is also a source of inspiration. 

 

Take for example Jozelle Tech, a CEO, entrepreneur, consultant, and content creator who also has Spinal Muscular Atrophy, leaving her to rely on a wheelchair—a natural barrier.

 

Being differently abled has certainly not stopped Tech from doing what she does best, which is helping businesses reach their full potential. Her YouTube content generally focuses on business,  branding, and marketing tips and advice.

 

“These physical challenges are a huge barrier in living a full life. What’s harder is that I’m part of two marginalized groups–I’m a woman bound to a wheelchair. As a child, I had so many dreams, but people would always tell me no, don’t be ambitious. But I am ambitious, and I couldn’t accept that this was going to be my life. I couldn’t walk, so that’s why I decided to run a business,” said Tech defiantly.

Meanwhile, comedienne and actress Candy Pangilinan, whose YouTube channel features her daily life raising her son Quentin, who has special needs, found herself becoming an inspiration to fellow mothers in similar situations.

 

“I never imagined people would come to me wherever I am, telling me, ‘Ms. Candy, thank you so much for what you do. I learn from your vlog and follow what you do on your content,’” said Pangilinan. 

 

“The support is overwhelming. People asked me what I do with Quentin, so I asked him if we can show the internet our regular lives. Eventually, it grew. Now people are asking, people are coming to me. Honestly, my burden 19 years ago has become my blessing today. YouTube really helped me a lot in developing my son.”

As for Habijan herself, who educates people on all things transgender on her YouTube channel, credits the platform for the full realization of her hosting dreams, as she announced she will be hosting shows on YouTube including Rainbow Bench, a YouTube-first talk show focused on LGBTQIA+ stories and allyship. 

 

“It’s my dream to be like Oprah,” said Habijan. “There are so many possibilities being realized by YouTube. I cannot fathom the fact that we’ve really neared this age where everyone can. And we all can, right now.”

 

Sharing her very own breaking barriers story, Google Philippines Country Director Bernadette Nacario said, “I’ve been in tech for over 30 years now and my journey in the industry is not easy! Back in the early days of tech, there was a time when I was the only woman in the boardroom full of men. It was daunting at first but I didn't let this hold me back! I stood my ground and believed in myself. I showed them that women can and women will! Women’s ability to lead not just with data but with empathy makes us effective leaders.”

 

Be inspired by the #PinaysWhoBreakBarriersOnYouTube. Listen to their stories on the replay of Breaking Barriers Online and Beyond on the Google Philippines YouTube channel and Facebook page.