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Zoe T. Andin
Zoe talks and thinks too much, so she considers words as friends. She likes soju-soda mixes, her cat, and pretending to be a home café Youtuber.
Writer
Zoe talks and thinks too much, so she considers words as friends. She likes soju-soda mixes, her cat, and pretending to be a home café Youtuber.
HypeEver since my second year of college, I knew that I would be taking on my senior year thesis project alone. It would be the hardest two semesters ever with weeks of seemingly endless research, reading, and writing, but I admit that I still romanticized the process quite a bit. Thesis seemed like such a […]
May 29, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought massive changes to everyday routine—from beloved restaurants shuttering to daily wearing of face masks and shields. Ateneo, a home for many students, also closed its gates and moved learning to the virtual space. While the lockdown brought many dormers back to their families and away from Katipunan, some Ateneans have […]
February 23, 2021
MusicKorean pop singer Chung Ha released her first full-length album, Querencia, on February 15. Querencia, Spanish for “a place where one finds peace of mind,” is the fruit of months of work, having been delayed a January release due to the pandemic. Chung Ha rose to fame after participating in the first season of Produce […]
February 21, 2021
Theater & ArtsLiterature is one of the most powerful spaces for representation of all kinds of identities. However, it has historically been dominated by the same narratives told by the usual suspects—often heterosexual, Caucasian men. While the experience of love is mostly universal, stories by people of color and sexual minorities have generally fallen under the radar. […]
February 5, 2021
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 […]
January 18, 2021
MusicWeeks before Spotify dropped the yearly Wrapped playlists, I already knew what my top song of 2020 would be. In fact, most people in my life knew what my top song would be. When I checked mine on December 2, sure enough, there it was. My most played song of 2020 is Caroline Polachek’s “So […]
December 16, 2020
This has been a long time coming. Over the years, Vantage has released countless food, film, music, and theater reviews in the name of campus culture. But beyond Katipunan haunts, film festivals, and event coverages, there has always been more personal content that we’ve wanted to share. Introducing Vantage POINT: A moodboard for things that […]
August 9, 2019
“Ecstatic, enthusiastic, and energetic: 3 Es for Em!” Meet Em Enriquez (3 AB COM), one of the hosts for OrSem 2019: Silay. A former TNT for OrSem 2018: Taya, he rejoins the OrSem crowd this year as an O-Host newbie. For Em, who has wanted to be a part of the team since his freshman […]
July 28, 2019
The question of a campus publication’s relevance persists regardless of its age. As The GUIDON ushers in its 90th anniversary, one then wonders how it asserts itself in this era of modern multimedia journalism. Its answer is to holistically chronicle histories within and beyond the Loyola Schools: To not only report facts about socio-political issues, […]
June 23, 2019
HubFor any graduate, the Ateneo campus is bound to evoke some nostalgia. It has been the constant backdrop for the ups and downs of one’s college years. Since every alumni’s story is so closely tied to its setting, Vantage invited graduating seniors to revisit their favorite spots in school. These fond memories show just […]
June 2, 2019
Theater & ArtsFor much of our history, the youth have been active in taking to the streets in times of injustice and public outrage. More empowered now than ever, various student groups have made it their mission to mobilize amongst themselves to campaign for better political awareness or fight for the rights of the marginalized. Since the […]
February 25, 2019
HubFor many Ateneans, ringing in the new year also means a new semester is just around the corner. There are more challenging classes, a different set of profs, and another chance to reach your dream QPI. It’s no surprise that students tend to flock to the library and Katipunan coffee shops during the busier days […]
January 23, 2019
FoodSteak 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 […]
November 15, 2018
Comfort food has a place in the Atenean appetite. Soul Cone is aimed at giving customers a taste of Southern hospitality with one of the ultimate comfort food combinations: Fried chicken and waffles. Taste The Soul Cone is chicken in a waffle cone drizzled with maple syrup sauce. Funnily enough, this is their only item […]
October 14, 2018
TV & FilmIt is never uncommon for films to tackle current events and social issues. Erik Matti’s Buy Bust (2018) which features an anti-narcotics squad fighting through the slums of Manila, and Zig Dulay’s Cinemalaya entry on OFW abuse, Bagahe (2017), are recent examples that come to mind. Adolfo Alix Jr.’s Madilim ang Gabi takes on a […]
August 21, 2018
Theater & ArtsWhen Smaller and Smaller Circles author F.H. Batacan submitted the very first copy of her novel to the Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards in 1999, she had no expectations for the success that came after. After winning the Grand Prize for the Novel in English, the then 155-page novel went on to win more awards such […]
January 18, 2018
TV & FilmOne of the many curiosities of death is wondering what those left behind will say about the deceased. One hopes that they are all good things, but there is no way to tell. Deadma Walking, directed by Julius Alfonso and produced under T-Rex Productions, is a film that delves into how far some people are […]
January 8, 2018
HubWith the holidays ringing in, Christmas parties and exchange gifts are just around the corner, leaving already-skinny wallets empty and dry and many people scrimping on gifts. But fear not! There are many options for last minute gifts to fit in any kind of budget. 1. Gift cards Gift cards are not the most personal […]
December 25, 2017
HubIn its 158 years, Ateneo has been no stranger to the series of horror stories that are passed on from generation to generation. From the eerie Old Communications building to the historic hallways of the Ateneo Grade School, there are accounts of ghost sightings and paranormal hauntings. Vantage takes a look at some of the […]
October 29, 2017