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Lyrah Lapid
Ly is a sophomore who is still getting the hang of things. When she isn’t hanging out with her cat or binge-watching sitcoms, she enjoys learning about the world and retweeting memes through @lylapid.
Writer
Ly is a sophomore who is still getting the hang of things. When she isn’t hanging out with her cat or binge-watching sitcoms, she enjoys learning about the world and retweeting memes through @lylapid.
TV & FilmAfter more than a year in lockdown, most of our quaran-time has been spent binging on Netflix and reality TV shows. Take this quiz to see what you would do as a producer and get a hobby recommendation from us. We hope that we helped scratch that drama itch you’ve been feeling through your fantasy […]
April 7, 2021
TV & FilmComing-of-age is a Vantage column where staffers share their opinions on a specific beat. From in-depth analyses of TV series to miscellaneous musings in music (and everything in between), this monthly column is an avenue to spread and inspire thought-provoking ideas. In this column, Vantage Magazine staffer Ly talks about the fear of change and […]
February 19, 2021
TV & FilmIn Netflix’s The Prom (2020), Glee’s director Ryan Murphy adapts the Broadway musical of the same name to the small screen. This musical tells the story of Emma Nolan (Jo Ellen Pellman), a lesbian high school student from Indiana who wants to take her girlfriend, Alyssa Greene (Ariana DeBose), to prom. The catch, however, was […]
December 18, 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 […]
November 26, 2020
Theater & ArtsONE OF the sectors most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic’s social distancing policies was the theater industry. A number of theater companies around the world were forced to shut down their productions—some, permanently—leaving many artists jobless and production spaces empty. The case for Ateneo theater is no different. Ateneo Blue Repertory (blueREP), Tanghalang Ateneo (TA), […]
November 26, 2020
HypeQuarantine may have prevented us from going out and celebrating Halloween the way we usually do, but that doesn’t mean we can’t find other ways to celebrate the holiday. While you may not be able to don a costume and go out with your friends for partying or trick-or-treating, you can always spend October 31st […]
October 31, 2020
HubMany Ateneans get their first taste of the University’s famed org life at the annual Recruitment Week (RecWeek). Wherever you look, you can expect upperclassmen in their creative org booths doing all sorts of gimmicks to get you to join their org: Handing out flyers, chanting cheers, or giving you their best spiels. The application […]
September 21, 2020
HubWith Ateneans staying home due to the online semester, many have begun to invest in creating conducive learning environments and workspaces at home. The various options for setting up your home setting can get rather overwhelming, though. For those still confused about what items to get, here are some of our suggestions! Extension cord A […]
September 18, 2020
TV & FilmIf there’s anything to be expected of Oscar-winning screenwriter Charlie Kaufman, it’s that his work is never what you anticipate. For those who have seen his popular screenplay Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2014), his brand of head-splitting storytelling no longer comes as a surprise. His most recent feature film I’m Thinking of Ending […]
September 12, 2020
ExposéLife 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
TV & FilmTrigger warning: This article contains mentions of mental health illness and suicide. As something marketed as your typical boy-meets-girl ending in a happily ever after universe despite their personal struggles, viewers may find themselves surprised by the extent of the dark themes All the Bright Places packs, especially with the lack of a trigger warning. […]
March 5, 2020
HypeFor many of us, the best notifications come in the form of “Your friend tagged you in a post.” Some people take a more active role, and can’t spend a day without sharing memes on their News Feeds. With the popularity of memes ever on the rise, these funny, and sometimes idiotic, posts have become […]
January 8, 2020
ExposéTrigger warning: This article contains mentions of suicide, self-harm, and other mental health conditions. A girl haunted by her own thoughts contemplates taking her own life. A boy grappling with self-harm sinks deeper into despair. We may not want to admit it, but we know of these stories. Unfortunately, some of us just choose to […]
October 19, 2019
FoodBeing the only Italian stall in the JSEC, Fat Clemenza brings flair to the familiar through the balanced flavors of its pasta favorites—all within a student’s budget. Taste Fat Clemenza’s Pesto is a subtle blend of creamy and crunchy. The dish features fusilli that catches just the right amount of light pesto sauce to highlight […]
October 18, 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 […]
October 8, 2019
TV & FilmAfter the hype surrounding its teaser release, The Panti Sisters was beset with heavy expectations. The film brings together Paolo Ballesteros with acclaimed Die Beautiful (2017) director Jun Lana once again. Fans of their work, however, will find themselves disappointed by a lackluster attempt at comedic social commentary void 0f nuance or anything new. […]
September 17, 2019