TV & FilmHow love becomes a ghost in Irene Villamor’s The Loved One (2026)
HypeThe allure of Chinese fashion
CAMPUS FASHION has a way of keeping its own calendar. Even without announcements or reminders, clothing begins to register certain moments before they are named. As the Ateneo community celebrates Chinese New Year, fashion becomes one of the subtler ways that the student body participates in the occasion. Within the peripheral vision of celebration and […]
February 20, 2026
FoodPast food
Coming-of-age is an opinion column where Ateneans share their thoughts on a specific topic that fits Vantage’s beats. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this is a space to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this piece, Vantage Magazine Staffer Bree explores the concept of a […]
February 11, 2026
Theater & ArtsThe apotheosis is upon Ateneo: blueREP’s The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals
A METEOR crash is all it takes to launch a town into a welter of crazed singing, dancing, and bloodshed. Originally mounted by StarKid Productions, Ateneo Blue Repertory’s (blueREP) newbie staging—or should we say conjuring—of The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals revolves around everyman Paul Matthews (Kevin Maroon), who scrambles to escape Hatchetfield after the […]
January 23, 2026
HypeNonchalance is the new performance
Coming-of-age is an opinion column where Ateneans share their thoughts on a specific topic that fits Vantage’s beats. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this is a space to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this piece, Vantage Magazine Staffer Lekxie explores the “performative male” phenomenon, […]
January 21, 2026
TV & FilmIt lives, but no longer hers: Frankenstein (2025)
MYTH, MONSTERS, and love are Guillermo del Toro’s bread and butter. He loves grotesque beings so wholeheartedly that he can’t help sanding down their sharpest edges, polishing their wounds until they gleam with reflected humanity. In Frankenstein (2025), his long-gestating adaptation of Mary Shelley’s original text, that generosity becomes both the film’s animating force and […]
January 19, 2026
HubTell us about your Atenean war flashbacks and we’ll guess your top artists for 2025
We all go through tough times at Ateneo—the sudden heavy rains, the dreaded CTC-to-BEL sprint, and everything in between. Reminisce on your Ateneo war flashbacks, and we’ll tell you who your 2025 Spotify Top Artists are, simply because music is the best way to cope. Answer honestly and remember the times you were in the […]
January 6, 2026
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HubTell us about your Atenean war flashbacks and we’ll guess your top artists for 2025
We all go through tough times at Ateneo—the sudden heavy rains, the dreaded CTC-to-BEL sprint, and everything in between. Reminisce on your Ateneo war flashbacks, and we’ll tell you who your 2025 Spotify Top Artists are, simply because music is the best way to cope. Answer honestly and remember the times you were in the […]
January 6, 2026
TV & FilmHow love becomes a ghost in Irene Villamor’s The Loved One (2026)
LOVE OUTLIVES the people who once carried it—a quiet, devastating truth that serves as the foundation of the emotional architecture of The Loved One (2026). Directed by Irene Villamor, the film traces the remains of a decade-long relationship between Ellie (Anne Curtis) and Eric (Jericho Rosales). Fittingly, The Loved One does not unfold as a […]
February 24, 2026
Theater & ArtsThe apotheosis is upon Ateneo: blueREP’s The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals
A METEOR crash is all it takes to launch a town into a welter of crazed singing, dancing, and bloodshed. Originally mounted by StarKid Productions, Ateneo Blue Repertory’s (blueREP) newbie staging—or should we say conjuring—of The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals revolves around everyman Paul Matthews (Kevin Maroon), who scrambles to escape Hatchetfield after the […]
January 23, 2026
FoodPast food
Coming-of-age is an opinion column where Ateneans share their thoughts on a specific topic that fits Vantage’s beats. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this is a space to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this piece, Vantage Magazine Staffer Bree explores the concept of a […]
February 11, 2026
HypeThe allure of Chinese fashion
CAMPUS FASHION has a way of keeping its own calendar. Even without announcements or reminders, clothing begins to register certain moments before they are named. As the Ateneo community celebrates Chinese New Year, fashion becomes one of the subtler ways that the student body participates in the occasion. Within the peripheral vision of celebration and […]
February 20, 2026
TV & FilmIt lives, but no longer hers: Frankenstein (2025)
MYTH, MONSTERS, and love are Guillermo del Toro’s bread and butter. He loves grotesque beings so wholeheartedly that he can’t help sanding down their sharpest edges, polishing their wounds until they gleam with reflected humanity. In Frankenstein (2025), his long-gestating adaptation of Mary Shelley’s original text, that generosity becomes both the film’s animating force and […]
January 19, 2026
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TV & FilmHow love becomes a ghost in Irene Villamor’s The Loved One (2026)
LOVE OUTLIVES the people who once carried it—a quiet, devastating truth that serves as the foundation of the emotional architecture of The Loved One (2026). Directed by Irene Villamor, the film traces the remains of a decade-long relationship between Ellie (Anne Curtis) and Eric (Jericho Rosales). Fittingly, The Loved One does not unfold as a […]
February 24, 2026
TV & FilmIt lives, but no longer hers: Frankenstein (2025)
MYTH, MONSTERS, and love are Guillermo del Toro’s bread and butter. He loves grotesque beings so wholeheartedly that he can’t help sanding down their sharpest edges, polishing their wounds until they gleam with reflected humanity. In Frankenstein (2025), his long-gestating adaptation of Mary Shelley’s original text, that generosity becomes both the film’s animating force and […]
January 19, 2026
TV & Film#VantPicks: QCinema 2025 Watchlist
EVERY NOVEMBER, hums of a projector fill Quezon City as an annual event lights up the movie screens. Keeping this tradition alive, QCinema returns this November 14 to 23 for its 13th year, showcasing over 80 films spanning a range of continents and genres. From screenings at your nearest Quezon City cinemas to affordable tickets […]
November 22, 2025
TV & FilmGrieving for the living: Five Asian films that explore anticipatory grief
WHEN ILLNESS strikes a family, it rarely affects just one person. Loved ones quietly take on the role of caregivers, trying to stay strong and steady as they hold the household together. This setup, though, may be in contrast to many Asian families, where the diagnosis is often kept secret, out of love and not […]
November 6, 2025
TV & Film“Gets ko na”: Sunshine (2024) breaks the silence around teenage pregnancy
DREAM BIG. That’s what we often tell young girls. But when those dreams are interrupted, where do they turn? At first glance, Antoinette Jadaone’s Sunshine (2024) seems like a typical coming-of-age film, following the high school rhythmic gymnast Sunshine (Maris Racal), who is admired for her poise and discipline. The story, however, takes a sobering […]
August 14, 2025
TV & FilmSaving the world is a family affair in The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025)
ONE QUIET evening, a family home is filled with rare peace. Then, a serendipitous discovery occurs: a couple learns they will finally be parents. By foregoing the typical cold open of ominous disasters or messy brawls, Matt Shakman’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025) proves that the movie is first and foremost a story about […]
August 8, 2025
TV & FilmFour Pics, One Icon: Can you guess these leading ladies?
As we waltz our way into Women’s Month, we’re revisiting iconic female characters from beloved films and series, both local and overseas. From romcom sweethearts to action heroines, these leading ladies are easily recognizable from a mile away. Want to put your knowledge to the test? How many on-screen queens did you guess correctly? Share […]
March 20, 2025
TV & FilmCompanion (2025) shows how robots are more human than men
AS HUMANS, we are psychologically wired with an intrinsic desire to be truly loved and seen in all of our complexities. A fleeting moment comes in our lives where we fantasize about a perfect friend—someone who listens with undivided attention, an ember-like soul tie who provides warmth and security—who can be the complete embodiment of […]
March 8, 2025
TV & FilmVantage Magazine’s 2025 Oscars Picks
THE OSCARS, with its transformative influence on film, has presented astounding features in this year’s select few. From gritty stories of eccentric entertainers like Anora and Bob Dylan to the contrasting perspectives of a postwar survivor in The Brutalist and a powerful oligarch in The Apprentice, the Academy has once again reinforced its commitment to […]
March 2, 2025
Musicdaylist • bittersweet holiday midnights
THE HOLIDAYS are characterized by homes embellished with splendor, sumptuous feasts, and most importantly, the culmination of a year well spent. However, while this season usually overflows with festivities, it also notoriously stirs melancholy and apprehension. Whether these feelings stem from time marching by too quickly, celebrating alone, or ending the year with unfulfilled resolutions, […]
January 4, 2026
MusicSolace in soundwaves: How DIVAS bring joy to local queer nightlife
PULSING BEATS and flashing lights energize a crowd as the Disc Jockey (DJ) spins another ethereal disco anthem. With just one track, people are brought together on a sonic trip, building a community immersed in soundwaves and forged through connection and trust. In the 1970s, disco and DJ culture became an inclusive space for marginalized […]
October 31, 2025
MusicRise and SHANNi: Groove along to an up-and-coming artist
WAKING UP to new music is always a treat—and SHANNi is something worth rising for in the morning. Ashanti “SHANNi” Silonga is making waves in the local scene with her evolving and dynamic sound, a blend of bedroom and indie-folk pop. Balancing a burgeoning musical career and the academic demands of being an undergraduate student, […]
October 4, 2025
MusicSix OPM artists to queue after beabadoobee
COMING HOME to a chorus of cheers sparked a different level of energy for beabadoobee, the Filipina-British artist whose Ilonggo roots extend far beyond the global stage. During the recently concluded Manila stop for her 2025 Asia Tour, the indie pop-rock star returned to a sea of voices singing every word, wrapping her in the […]
August 30, 2025
Musicdaylist • atenean tunes friday evening
YOU SIT through lectures and push through your academic workload week after week, from morning until night. By Friday evening, all that lingers is the weight of your unfinished tasks, the constant ping of incoming emails, and the exhaustion settling deep into your mind. Need a way to unwind and recharge from the fast-paced university […]
February 21, 2025
MusicHere for a good time, not a long time: The Album by the Jonas Brothers
WHERE SHOULD you start your summer—at Montana or the Waffle House? The Jonas Brothers have made a splash with The Album (2023), the follow-up to their comeback record, Happiness Begins (2019). The LP is filled with beachy tunes and tidal waves, very similar to the energy exuded by the previous album. In interviews, Nick, Joe, […]
May 18, 2023
MusicAll grown up: This Is Why by Paramore
BEING AN adult isn’t the greatest—and This Is Why (2023) proves that. Following a five-and-a-half-year break, Paramore has made a comeback with their sixth studio album, This Is Why. Time and time again, the band has pivoted in terms of theme and sound—from the classic pop punk of All We Know Is Falling (2005) to […]
February 23, 2023
MusicCelebrating Manila’s creative scene: Joining forces with Manila Community Radio
NIKE’S GLOBAL celebration of the Air Force 1 sneaker’s 40th anniversary last November was fronted by the “Join Forces” tagline—a call for all creatives to build communities that push their passions forward. Nike held the Manila leg of the celebration with the help of Manila Community Radio (MCR), an internet-based radio station that also plans […]
January 9, 2023
MusicChronically heartbroken: Suki Waterhouse’s Milk Teeth
SONGS ABOUT heartbreak never go out of style, and Suki Waterhouse takes advantage of this fact. Milk Teeth (2022)—a six-track-long treasury of the London-based singer-songwriter’s early work, including her 2016 debut single “Brutally”—is a testament to this. The EP also introduces a fresh sound for Waterhouse through the previously unreleased opening track “Neon Signs.” The […]
November 18, 2022
FoodPast food
Coming-of-age is an opinion column where Ateneans share their thoughts on a specific topic that fits Vantage’s beats. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this is a space to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this piece, Vantage Magazine Staffer Bree explores the concept of a […]
February 11, 2026
FoodJSEC Challenge Roundup 2025 Part 5
WRAPPING THINGS up with a bang! The final article for this year’s JSEC Challenge Roundup delves into dishes anchored in Western cuisine. Whether drawn from rustic European hearths or bustling American diners, these stalls carry stories of heritage and adaptation. Here, we savor the essence of Western culinary craftsmanship, highlighting dishes that balance nostalgia with […]
April 2, 2025
FoodJSEC Challenge Roundup 2025 Part 4
IN OUR fourth installment of the JSEC Challenge Roundup, Vantage Magazine ventures into the unique and festive fusion of Western and Asian cuisines—from American and French to Filipino and Mexican. Check out our reviews below to see which ones are Vant-certified and worth the hype! SMOOSH: The SMOOSH (Php 150) SMOOSH brings the bold, smoky […]
April 2, 2025
FoodJSEC Challenge Roundup 2025 Part 3
CRAVING THE rich, vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia? You’re in luck! From reinventing familiar Filipino delicacies to putting different spins on Vietnamese meals, this year’s JSEC Challenge hosts a wide array of stalls offering tasty dishes from all over the region. Dive into these stalls’ unique menus with Vantage Magazine’s third installment of the JSEC […]
April 1, 2025
FoodJSEC Challenge Roundup 2025 Part 2
EAST ASIAN cuisine is never complete without its signature meat dishes, each boasting the bold flavors of Mongolia, the fiery zest of China, and the rich savoriness of Taiwan. In this listicle, we dive into the diverse range of dishes served at Mongolian-styled JSEC stalls Mongch and Khan, Chinese-inspired Shanghai Fast Food and Bao, and […]
April 1, 2025
FoodJSEC Challenge Roundup 2025 Part 1
THE ANNUAL John Gokongwei Student Enterprise Center (JSEC) Challenge is upon us! With 29 food stalls vying for the crown, figuring out which ones to try can be dizzying, but don’t fret! The comeback of Vantage Magazine’s JSEC Roundup has you covered. Want a passport to authentic East Asian food without stepping off campus? This […]
April 1, 2025
FoodA Decade of Busting College Hunger: The Recipe for Success
TEN YEARS, seven branches, and countless satisfied customers—Hunger Buster has been a beacon of culinary comfort within and beyond the Ateneo for a decade, satisfying burger cravings in the heart of the day. Over the years, it has evolved from a student-run JSEC stall to a well-established business on and off campus. Hunger Buster has […]
January 9, 2025
FoodClosing doors with open hearts: Maiora Bistro’s journey of pride and community
“TOWARDS GREATER things” is the English translation of “Maiora,” the name of a humble Filipino-Italian restaurant that used to serve as a home base for queer couple, Ghil Chua and Alex Lingcoran, and a sanctuary for its patrons. While the diner’s doors may have closed last November 4, Maiora Bistro will always be remembered as […]
January 4, 2025
FoodFestive Flavors: Which Filipino Christmas dessert are you?
It’s that wonderful time of the year again! In the holidays’ true spirit, our favorite Filipino desserts are making their way back to our tables. Which of these classic dishes do you best embody—were you sweet or a bit salty this year? Take this fun quiz to discover which Filipino Christmas dessert best matches your […]
December 27, 2024
Theater & ArtsThe apotheosis is upon Ateneo: blueREP’s The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals
A METEOR crash is all it takes to launch a town into a welter of crazed singing, dancing, and bloodshed. Originally mounted by StarKid Productions, Ateneo Blue Repertory’s (blueREP) newbie staging—or should we say conjuring—of The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals revolves around everyman Paul Matthews (Kevin Maroon), who scrambles to escape Hatchetfield after the […]
January 23, 2026
Theater & ArtsBar Boys: The Musical dreams unapologetically, and so does its team
THE ROAD to success is a long one–but after two high-demand runs in 2024, it’s clear that Bar Boys: The Musical was an immediate hit for Barefoot Theatre Collaborative. This year, they return with the promise of amplifying every single element of the show. From the production design and choreography to the cast itself, Bar […]
January 5, 2026
Theater & Arts#VantReads: Warm reads for December
BREAK MODE! For the past few weeks, deadlines have quieted down, Canvas tabs have remained closed, and you have had moments to breathe without the weight of academics. Before the rush of the new semester begins, it is time to pick up a book that doesn’t require a highlighter. Whether you’re in the mood for […]
December 31, 2025
Theater & ArtsThe language of love sung in Tanghalang Ateneo’s Paano Man Ang Ibig
HOW DOES music encapsulate love? Is it found in a single element of a song, or in the art born from its intricate creation that breathes life into a piece? Tanghalang Ateneo’s Paano Man Ang Ibig sings the answer to this question as it follows Orlando (Meeka Sayaboc) and Rosalinda (Chloe Abella)—two exiled souls who […]
December 18, 2025
Theater & ArtsAteneo ENTABLADO’s MAKIBAKA! Huwag… fearlessly unpacks labor woes across the decades
PROTEST TAKES many forms—each one requiring immense courage to carry over a resounding message. To start their 43rd season, Ateneo ENTABLADO mounted MAKIBAKA! Huwag…, a twinbill production that boldly highlights the plight of Filipino workers who have endured—from picket lines to online discourse. The show’s two-hour runtime is divided into adaptations of both classic and […]
November 28, 2025
ExposéInking pages of protest and remembrance
THE NATION’s memory is struggling against historical revisionism. Despite decades-long efforts to preserve our past, the crimes of the Marcos dictatorship continue to be distorted by the current administration. To resist this erasure, an uncensored channel for artists emerged in the 1970s and continues to thrive today in the form of zines. Zines are independently […]
October 6, 2025
Theater & ArtsMolded with Love: How Laro Ceramics fosters comfort and creativity
THE ALL-WOMAN team behind Laro Ceramics believes that pottery is one of the most personal methods of self-expression. Working with clay is a deeply intimate craft—one that nurtures vulnerability and fosters a tender sense of self-forgiveness. Nestled along the winding stretch of Katipunan Extension, the studio champions growth, openness, and community. These ideals extend into […]
March 31, 2025
Theater & ArtsLife, love, and loss in Tanghalang Ateneo’s Sintang Dalisay
WHAT IS life without love? Perhaps it is a hollow existence where hearts beat but can never truly be together—where it proves to be both a withstanding promise and an excruciating curse. Adapted from William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, Tanghalang Ateneo’s Sintang Dalisay follows the tragic love story of Rashiddin Mustapha and Jamila Kalimuddin, who […]
March 24, 2025
Theater & ArtsblueREP’s “the PROM” brings its bottomless heart to the dance floor
“WE’RE GONNA help that little lesbian, whether she likes it or not!” declares a freshly-cancelled Broadway star, setting the stage for a theatrical journey of love, hope, and queer acceptance. Adapted from the 2018 Broadway musical by Matthew Sklar, Chad Beguelin, and Bob Martin, the PROM debuts in Southeast Asia under Abi Sulit’s direction as […]
January 6, 2025
HypeThe allure of Chinese fashion
CAMPUS FASHION has a way of keeping its own calendar. Even without announcements or reminders, clothing begins to register certain moments before they are named. As the Ateneo community celebrates Chinese New Year, fashion becomes one of the subtler ways that the student body participates in the occasion. Within the peripheral vision of celebration and […]
February 20, 2026
HypeNonchalance is the new performance
Coming-of-age is an opinion column where Ateneans share their thoughts on a specific topic that fits Vantage’s beats. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this is a space to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this piece, Vantage Magazine Staffer Lekxie explores the “performative male” phenomenon, […]
January 21, 2026
HypeUntil Then: A visual novel from home
REMEMBER THAT old diary you once hid under your pillow with entries about your day and the classmates you met before life gently turned the page? That same sentiment of reminiscence is now translated into a video game, forming a visual world built on familiarity, growth, and letting go. With its soft pixelated glow and […]
November 7, 2025
HypeDescribe your personality as a video game, and we’ll tell you which queer video game character you would be!
Let the game start! Have you ever wondered which fictional figure truly embodies your vibe? In the spirit of pride and boundless love, play the lives of your favorite queer video game characters and discover which one best matches your personality in this fun, light-hearted quiz! Achievement unlocked: You finally crossed the final stage of […]
October 18, 2025
HypeAteneo Gym Rats Rejoice: Top gyms near Ateneo
ATENEO IS swarming with rats, and no, we’re not referring to the four-legged kind. We mean students decked out in athleisure, sporting Anytime Fitness key fobs and eating copious amounts of protein while proudly identifying themselves as “gym rats.” The gym community within campus is vast and expanding. Up-and-coming organizations like the Association of Lifters […]
January 7, 2025
HypeBack in focus: Digicams snap to trend anew
DIGITAL CAMERAS, affectionately called ‘digicams,’ are making a strong comeback. In an era dominated by smartphones and DSLRs, these relics of the past are drawing the attention of a new generation, rediscovering a vintage take on capturing memories. Their grainy, simple, and often imperfect image quality offers a unique charm, contrasting the polished precision of […]
October 2, 2024
HypeCONquest 2023: Bridging fans and creators alike
GAMING AND pop culture convention CONQuest Festival 2023 is finally coming to Manila from June 2 to 4 at the SMX Convention Center, Conrad Manila, Mall of Asia (MoA), and National University MoA. CONQuest goes beyond the typical creator convention as it bridges the gap between fans while highlighting the local esports scene. Through the […]
June 1, 2023
HypeRemembering home in the words of a stranger across the internet
“TO BE loved is to be changed.” The statement became the internet’s obsession for a little while, even if all it took were a few words and two images of a stuffed toy. Through its simple construction, the statement was able to highlight a person’s capacity to love in a way that surprised everyone who […]
May 18, 2023
ExposéThe true-blue truth behind Ateneans’ BeReals
SOCIAL MEDIA has seen many changes throughout the years, from the radical changes in the way it functions to the expansive shifts in the demographics using it—pointing to how its relationship with its users continues evolving. Whereas posts on social media platforms like Instagram or TikTok are heavily curated, one new platform has risen to […]
January 14, 2023
HubTell us about your Atenean war flashbacks and we’ll guess your top artists for 2025
We all go through tough times at Ateneo—the sudden heavy rains, the dreaded CTC-to-BEL sprint, and everything in between. Reminisce on your Ateneo war flashbacks, and we’ll tell you who your 2025 Spotify Top Artists are, simply because music is the best way to cope. Answer honestly and remember the times you were in the […]
January 6, 2026
HubHow Katipunan Are You?
From its diverse dining spots to its buzzing art and nightlife scene, Katipunan is brimming with student life and campus culture. Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz to see whether or not you know Katipunan. Who knows? Perhaps it’s time for you to do some Katipunan exploring! Are you a true-blue Katipunan […]
September 13, 2025
HubWhich Atenean Couple Trope is for you?
Admit it, you’ve daydreamed about it at least once—that one person who makes your college experience feel straight out of a movie. It may be someone who just gets you, someone who’s always there at the right moment, or someone who makes the chaos of university life a little more exciting. Whoever it is, we’ve […]
March 10, 2025
HubLove wins all
Coming-of-age is a Vantage column where Ateneans share their opinions on a specific beat. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this column is an avenue to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this column, an anonymous Atenean opens up about his experiences being in a closeted […]
February 14, 2024
HubWhat kind of clown are you based on your Atenean decisions?
Happy April Fools! In the Ateneo, we celebrate all clowns—from the mild and careless to the delusional and idealistic. May it be falling for a blockmate or accidentally leaving your Zoom microphone unmuted, we all definitely have our moments, one way or another. Take this quiz to find out what kind of clown you are! […]
March 31, 2023
HubHealing my inner cool girl
COOL GIRL is hot, cool girl is fun, cool girl is game. Cool girl is drunk at 3 AM, crying on the Vista staircase after dissociating in the Black Box bathroom. Cool girl never shuts up about Amy Dunne and the layers there are to dissect in the cinematic masterpiece that is Gone Girl (2014). […]
April 29, 2023
HubWould you survive a zombie apocalypse in Ateneo?
At one point in your life, you’ve probably thought to yourself: What would happen if I found myself trapped in the world of my favorite zombie thriller? If so, would I choose to fight my way to the end or ultimately join the undead? Now, it’s time to put your hypothetical survival plans to the […]
November 30, 2022
HubWill the real Miguel and Bea please stand up?
From the Certified Lover Boys driving Mitsubishi Lancers to the “pabigat” BS Org groupmates, there is a never-ending list of stereotypes plaguing Ateneans. In online discussions (ADMU Freedom Wall, meme pages, Twitter threads—you name it), Miguel and Bea have recently become the face of the typical Atenean. However, with Miguel and Bea being joked about […]
October 7, 2022
HubVantage POINT: September 2022
This is Vantage POINT: A monthly moodboard for things that have been on our minds as of late, topics both fresh and familiar. We point you towards what to watch out for and what we think you should be enjoying right now. And if whatever we love becomes whatever you love (at least a little […]
September 26, 2022
ExposéInking pages of protest and remembrance
THE NATION’s memory is struggling against historical revisionism. Despite decades-long efforts to preserve our past, the crimes of the Marcos dictatorship continue to be distorted by the current administration. To resist this erasure, an uncensored channel for artists emerged in the 1970s and continues to thrive today in the form of zines. Zines are independently […]
October 6, 2025
ExposéStrongHER: Breaking the stigma around women and strength training
WOMEN DO pilates, yoga, or strictly cardio, while men lift weights—at least that is the stereotype. For years, weightlifting has been seen as a man’s sport, with gym culture reinforcing the idea that strength belongs to men while gentleness is for women. Societal expectations for women in strength training extend beyond common sexist stereotypes, embedding […]
March 25, 2025
ExposéQueering the horror scene: How the community transformed its shadowy spaces
HORROR HAS always been queer. Since the genre’s conception, horror characters have long hidden their repressed selves behind the campy make-up of the supernatural. If the idea behind horror is about wanting to look at what you should not see, no one can relate more to the suppression of natural desires than the LGBTQIA+ community. […]
December 4, 2023
ExposéThe true-blue truth behind Ateneans’ BeReals
SOCIAL MEDIA has seen many changes throughout the years, from the radical changes in the way it functions to the expansive shifts in the demographics using it—pointing to how its relationship with its users continues evolving. Whereas posts on social media platforms like Instagram or TikTok are heavily curated, one new platform has risen to […]
January 14, 2023
ExposéNFTs and the artist’s moral dilemma
THE POPULARITY of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) worldwide can still be highly confusing to the average person—after all, aren’t these just JPEGs? However, the rise of blockchain and cryptocurrency showcases how highly valued these digital objects now are as thousands buy them at rocket-high prices. This is because these collectibles are becoming subject to the fluctuating […]
March 11, 2022
ExposéGet, get, aw!: The Sexbomb Girls and their explosive influence
THE SEXBOMB Girls’ impact is undeniable—both in Filipino popular culture and in the Asian music scene. The group’s songs are still go-to karaoke staples at birthday parties and family gatherings, especially the crowd favorites “Bakit Papa?” and “The Spageti Song.” Their career highs and the success of these songs have made the girls a household […]
December 2, 2021
Exposé“Hindi pwede maging sakim”: The miracles that keep a community fed
Miracles are real, and they happen everyday in the most ordinary homes in the Philippines. The story of Imelda Tubino, a single mother of three and a former masseuse at a home spa in Parañaque City, illuminates this well. When she was still working, she used to cook all her sons’ favorite dishes for them. […]
July 10, 2021
ExposéSeeing double: Behind the fake Instagram
Reliance on social media is at an all-time high, since people are compelled to participate in online activities. Platforms such as Facebook and Twitter have allowed us to make up for the distance between people we typically interact with in person. To some degree, we are watching each other’s lives through screens and highlight reels—but […]
June 24, 2021
ExposéFar from home
Life in the middle of a pandemic isn’t easy, even more so when you’re in a new environment, abroad and alone. For Ateneans on Junior Term Abroad (JTA), the coronavirus outbreak has placed them in a unique and delicate situation. Plans of gaining new experiences and learning about a new culture were replaced by adapting […]
May 13, 2020