Writer

Nika D. Crisostomo

Written Articles

Theater & Arts

Behind the incident: A review of Ateneo Blue Repertory’s CARRIE: The Musical

For many of us, the story of Carietta White is not an unfamiliar one. There have been several adaptations of Stephen King’s 1974 novel Carrie throughout the years, the first being a film directed by Brian de Palma in 1976. Palma’s take received critical acclaim, with Sissy Spacek (Carrie White) being nominated for Best Actress, […]

By Nika D. Crisostomo

November 23, 2018

By Nika D. Crisostomo • November 23, 2018

Hub

Seeing the green in the blue

The Ateneo campus is no stranger to wildlife. Immense and covered with trees, it comes as no surprise that the campus embodies biodiversity, being home to a multitude of plant and animal species. Breathtaking bird sightings are not uncommon and peace is found in the greenery around the campus. Yet not many truly realize what […]

By Nika D. Crisostomo and Bryce R. Rubi

November 21, 2018

By Nika D. Crisostomo and Bryce R. Rubi • November 21, 2018

Other

Glasshouse review

Over the past few years, coffee stalls have become so essential in Ateneo that there is always at least one of them in JSEC. From The Daily Grind, to Whip It!, to The Coffee Collective, this year brings us Glasshouse. Taste The Glasshouse is base coffee with a secret house special syrup. Though a little […]

By Nika D. Crisostomo

October 14, 2018

By Nika D. Crisostomo • October 14, 2018

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A battle of love: Conquering the distance

Each semester, many Ateneans leave for JTA (Junior Term Abroad), which means months spent in a different country away from families, friends, and for some, their significant others. Of course, diving into a long distance relationship is not without its difficulties. These young lovers are without a doubt excited for each other’s future adventures, but […]

By Nika D. Crisostomo and Carlito O. Mortel

March 5, 2018

By Nika D. Crisostomo and Carlito O. Mortel • March 5, 2018

Food

The healthy revolution: Katip edition

From pescatarian to vegetarian and vegan, a good number of young people have recently made a shift towards eating cleaner. While the phenomenon of healthy living does include being in good physical condition, it goes a lot deeper than just that. Delineating the diet Nowadays, eating habits—and lifestyles in general—have evolved into something much more […]

By Nika D. Crisostomo and Luisa C. Jocson

January 3, 2018

By Nika D. Crisostomo and Luisa C. Jocson • January 3, 2018

Food

Sweet wonderland: Chocolate Palate Exercise 2

Every child dreams of a land filled with chocolate—a food of comfort and sweet wonder. In the Philippines, though, we don’t have our own Willy Wonka bar to wish for; instead, we grow up hearing names like Hershey’s, Cadbury, and Kinder. However, in places like Davao and Cotabato, there are farmers toiling at their own […]

By Nika D. Crisostomo, Alexandra Goño, Online Media and Angela Natividad

October 18, 2017

By Nika D. Crisostomo, Alexandra Goño, Online Media and Angela Natividad • October 18, 2017

Food

JP Oracion: Discovering the art of beer

Popular for his contribution to the Ateneo Men’s Football Team as goalkeeper (and currently, team manager), there is no question that communications technology management supersenior JP Oracion loves the game. Away from the pitch and away from the gloves, though, he spends his time doing something that involves a little less sweat. While there are […]

By Nika D. Crisostomo, Online Media and Angela Natividad

October 17, 2017

By Nika D. Crisostomo, Online Media and Angela Natividad • October 17, 2017