5th year dominates JPIA day celebration

The Fifth year Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA) students proved

themselves superior after emerging as the overall champion during the Junior Philippine
Institute of Accountants (JPIA) day celebration dubbed as The Battle of the Five
Kingdoms held on February 27, 2016 at the University Gymnasium for the daytime
activities, and at Glorias Fantasyland for the evening competitions.

Winning most of the major events including Hiphop, Impersonation, Ambassador

of Goodwill, and JPIAs Next Top Model (NTM), the 5 th year outranked other year levels
by garnering a total of 138 points, a score significantly higher than the rest of the
competitors.

Among those who raised the banner of the 5th year were Ms. Lorna Manlunas who
entertained the crowd with her talent of impersonating the comedienne Elizabeth
Ramsay; Mr. Shandelle Pagupat through his captivating charm and wit, making him the
new Ambassador of Goodwill; and Ms. Shullamite Cruz with her fierceness, elegance and
poise, giving her the advantage to win the search for JPIAs Next Top Model.

It is already our final year in college and our very last time to join JPIA day. Last
year, we were not able to grab the victory thats why we are so determined to win this
time. We practiced hard for this and we also made big preparations in order to outsmart
others, Mr. Javei Aseas, a fifth year BSA student averred in an interview.

Futhermore, Mr. Aseas also said that their victory only showed how strong and
united their batch was amidst stress and pressure, and that they excel not just in terms of
academic matters but also in things outside the four corners of the classroom.

On the other hand, the third year came second with 116 points, winning both the
Dubsmash Competition and the Search for Ambassadress of Goodwill; while the second
year landed third with 113 points.

By: Aljay M. Ambos

 WMC conducts 1st Accountancy and Business Congress

To adapt with the changes occurring in the world of business and accountancy, the
Western Mindanao Council (WMC) spearheaded by Mr. Vicente M. Ortiga, Regional President
of the Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (JPIA) WMC conducted the 1 st Accountancy
and Business Congress held at Saint Vincents College Inner Auditorium on February 22 of the
current year.

The third year, fourth year and fifth year Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA)
students from Jose Rizal Memorial State University (JRMSU), Saint Vincents College (SVC),
Andres Bonifacio College (ABC), and Dipolog Medical Center (DMC) College Foundation
gathered together for the said congress.

WMC invited four Certified Public Accountants to inspire the accountancy students of
Region IX, to discuss important topics about the current changes happening in the field of
accounting, and to answer whatever questions the participants may ask.

Two of the guest speakers, namely: Mary Ann Elumbaring,CPA and Atty. Anabelle
Anggot Obordo,CPA focused their discussions on Government Accounting and Private
Accounting, respectively. Ms. Elumbaring deliberated the complexity and the risks a CPA needs
to take to be a government accountant and also encouraged the participants to keep on striving
for their dreams no matter what happens; while Ms. Banggot Obordo gave emphasis to the
advantages and disadvantages of the business establishments involved in commerce and industry.

Moreover, the other two speakers, namely: Win Ballada, CPA and Reynaldo Ocampo,
CPA are known to be as two of the most influential accounting book authors in the Philippines.

Mr. Ocampo talked about the changes that the Board of Accountancy (BOA) made with
regards to the format of the CPA Board Examination, saying that instead of seven subjects, the
examination will be cut down into only six areas starting October 2017, and he also noted that
there were new topics added in the new syllabus released by the BOA.

On the other hand, Mr. Ballada narrated his life experiences, starting from his childhood
days up until he became a topnotcher in the CPA Board Examination. Aside from this, he
conducted a campaign for ASEAN Partylist, a political party which seeks to represent the
professionals as well as the students and the out-of-school youth of the country.

Tiwala ako na sa patnubay ng Panginoon ay aabot ako sa aking dapat patunguhan.

Magtiwala kayo sa ASEAN Party-list. Maitatawid natin ito kung tulung-tulong, were the final
words of Mr. Ballada.

By: Aljay M. Ambos

 CATH launches Joie de Vivre

The Culture and Arts Tourism Heritage (CATH) with the

cooperation of Glorias Fantasyland launched the first ever Joie de
Vivre or Joy of Life movement at Punto El Desambarco, Dapitan
City last March 2, 2016.
The said sundown activity showcased the story of Jose Rizals
coming to Dapitan through dance and acts performed by selected
participants, as well as the American Field Service (AFS) students,
showing the hospitable, respectful and friendly attitude of Dapitanons
It was also emphasized how happy and contented Dapitanons are
while living a simple and peaceful life, a thing that gave more meaning
to the event.
I am happy that everyone is participating. Even the students from
other schools gathered here to witness the launching of this prestigious
event, Rosalina Jalosjos Carreon, Dapitan City Mayor said.
The City Mayor also encouraged everyone to keep on joining
activities like this and to continue what Rizal had done to change the
lifestyle of many Dapitanons.

By: Emelyn L. Cayongcong