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Justin Ginete

Justin is a senior hoping to mess up at bigger and better things in life (preferably in the marketing industry). Find him on Twitter: @justinginete_.

Written Articles

Exposé

Seeing 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 […]

By Leila Simon and Justin Ginete

June 24, 2021

By Leila Simon and Justin Ginete • June 24, 2021

Hype

Meeting halfway: Ateneo professors and online learning

As Ateneo ushers in its first ever fully online semester, students and teachers alike are finding ways to adjust to the set-up’s new pace and adjustment. Online learning isn’t exactly easy but as social distancing needs to continue throughout the year, these four professors continue to meet students halfway while reminding us to take a […]

By Justin Ginete and Ann Gabrielle Domingo

October 15, 2020

By Justin Ginete and Ann Gabrielle Domingo • October 15, 2020

Hype

Norman Tanchingco: A welcome challenge

“How do I build a community of learners when it’s so hard to interact with each other?”  This is the question that Norman Tanchingco finds himself amid the University’s shift to online learning. As a marketing professor, Tanchingco is used to creative problem-solving—something he’s trying to practice now with regards to tackling the new normal. […]

By Justin Ginete

October 14, 2020

By Justin Ginete • October 14, 2020

Hype

John Lenon: Catholic social vision in a non-social set-up

You’d expect Mr. John Lenon—a relatively fresh graduate—to be unfazed with the shift to online learning. However, teaching Theology in this very impersonal set-up offers quite a challenge for the young professor. “Personal interaction is really important [when teaching the concepts Theology],” he shares. “I teach Theo with the immersion [program] and it becomes even […]

By Justin Ginete

October 14, 2020

By Justin Ginete • October 14, 2020

Other

Vantage POINT: October 2020

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 […]

By Ann Gabrielle Domingo and Justin Ginete

October 11, 2020

By Ann Gabrielle Domingo and Justin Ginete • October 11, 2020

TV & Film

Primer for Pinoy films

With the vast majority of the country still stuck at home due to seemingly never-ending quarantine restrictions, it may seem like there’s nothing else to do with one’s time. Filipino cinema would like to prove otherwise, though. Several film distributors such as Regal Entertainment Inc., TBA Studios, and Cinema One have come to our aid […]

By Therese Hipol and Justin Ginete

September 23, 2020

By Therese Hipol and Justin Ginete • September 23, 2020

TV & Film

On Vodka, Beers, and Regrets is a sobering take on love

Trigger warning: This film and article contain mentions of alcoholism. In On Vodka, Beers, and Regrets, director Irene Villamor manages to craft a poignant tale about two individuals whose relationship was borne out of a night of, you guessed it,  vodka, beer, and regrets.   The film follows the story of Jane Pineda (Bela Padilla), a […]

By Justin Ginete

February 14, 2020

By Justin Ginete • February 14, 2020

Music

Any Name’s Okay hits the ground running with EP All I Feel and See

Any Name’s Okay has come a long way since their performance in the Friday slot of UP Fair Cosmos back in February 2018. With singles like “Clouds” (2018) and “Hawaiian” (2018), the five-piece alternative pop-rock band of college students from the University of the Philippines Diliman has made a name for themselves with upbeat and […]

By Justin Ginete

December 7, 2019

By Justin Ginete • December 7, 2019

Other

Vantage POINT: October 2019

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 […]

By Justin Ginete, Lyrah Lapid and Caitlin C. Young

October 8, 2019

By Justin Ginete, Lyrah Lapid and Caitlin C. Young • October 8, 2019

Exposé

Ways to remember: Buwan ng Paggunita at Pagpupugay 2019

Despite the years that have passed, memories of Martial Law still weigh heavily on our nation. It’s unfortunate, then, that some young Filipinos remain unaware of the Marcos regime’s abuses. To change those perspectives, those behind the Bantayog ng mga Bayani memorial project help shed more light on those dark days. Nestled within a peaceful […]

By Caitlin C. Young and Justin Ginete

September 5, 2019

By Caitlin C. Young and Justin Ginete • September 5, 2019

Other

A toast to tradition

Every August, thousands of freshmen make their way to the Loyola Schools Covered Courts to kick off their college journeys. Ateneo de Manila University’s freshman Orientation Seminar (OrSem) is a monumental event, mounted to ensure that freshies get the welcome that they deserve. Year in and year out, this gargantuan task falls under the OrSem […]

By Justin Ginete and Therese Hipol

August 11, 2019

By Justin Ginete and Therese Hipol • August 11, 2019

TV & Film

Reel life: A college movie round-up

August marks new beginnings in university life—whether you’re a careful freshman treading lightly, or a sentimental senior hoping to leave a legacy. But whatever your starting point, you can always ease your first-day jitters with a good movie and great company. To get you settled in, Vantage has curated some relatable films for your ongoing […]

By Justin Ginete and Beatriz C. Reyes

August 11, 2019

By Justin Ginete and Beatriz C. Reyes • August 11, 2019

Food

Katipunan Budget Steak Crawl

Steak is often regarded as a luxurious food far beyond what the student budget can afford. Thankfully, the enjoyment of eating a quality steak is now more accessible for the regular college student. With this list, Vantage rounds up a list of steakhouses that fit right into the usual student budget. These four places around […]

By Zoe T. Andin, Carlito O. Mortel and Justin Ginete

November 15, 2018

By Zoe T. Andin, Carlito O. Mortel and Justin Ginete • November 15, 2018

Other

Desburrito review

As you make your way into JSEC,  Desburrito’s colorful, fiesta-inspired stall is sure to catch your attention. Great for people on-the-go, the stall offers a range of compact, Mexican-inspired dishes in the form of various burritos and quesadillas. Taste Made with a soft tortilla shell and filled with garlic fried rice, sausage, scrambled eggs, and […]

By Justin Ginete

October 15, 2018

By Justin Ginete • October 15, 2018

Music

A new direction: A review of UNIQUE’s debut album “Grandma”

Unique Salonga’s departure from disco-funk quartet IV of Spades came as a surprise to many fans. The aforementioned group was at the peak of their popularity after releasing hit after hit, including the likes of Hey, Barbara (2017) and Mundo (2018), after all. However, the sound of Salonga’s solo debut album entitled Grandma has made […]

By Justin Ginete

October 11, 2018

By Justin Ginete • October 11, 2018

TV & Film

Inside the lives of real-life heroes

In the past few years, the international film industry has churned out superhero movies at a rate much like The Flash’s superhuman speed. Longtime comic book fans and newbies alike are delighted every time a new movie is added to the genre. Whether they’re produced by DC Comics or Marvel, these action-packed films never failed […]

By Justin Ginete and Martina R. Roces

August 27, 2018

By Justin Ginete and Martina R. Roces • August 27, 2018

Other

For the dreamer in you: A review of Bakwit Boys

With Bakwit Boys, director Jason Paul Laxamana crafts a simple yet heartwarming story about dreamers and underdogs that is sure to tug at your heartstrings. The story follows a group of aspiring musicians who struggle to get their songs heard on the radio when they are faced with the harsh realities of the local music […]

By Justin Ginete

August 19, 2018

By Justin Ginete • August 19, 2018

Other

Niño Moreno: The boy-next-door

Niño Moreno (2 AB EC) is ready to take the Tayâ stage just one year after his own OrSem experience. His “your one and only kenkoy buddy na sobrang pogi (dahil sabi ni mommy)” branding easily garners him the title as one of the goofiest members of this year’s O-Host roster. It only takes a […]

By Justin Ginete

August 12, 2018

By Justin Ginete • August 12, 2018

Other

Kim Campanilla: The donya with a heart

Kim Campanilla’s fiery personality is evident from the moment you hear her voice. The “sometimes maldita, always pabida, diva señorita” might seem like a donya at first, but in truth, Kim prides herself on being relatable and having a big heart. “It’s just that I have a diva side,” she explains. The communication junior has […]

By Carlito O. Mortel and Justin Ginete

August 11, 2018

By Carlito O. Mortel and Justin Ginete • August 11, 2018