The GUIDON
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The GUIDON is the official student newspaper
of the Ateneo de Manila University
. It is a part of the Ateneo's Confederation of Publications (COP), including Heights and Matanglawin. The GUIDON is published monthly from June to March.
The GUIDON is one of the founding members of the College Editors Guild of the Philippines, along with The Varsitarian
of the University of Santo Tomas
, The Philippine Collegian
of the University of the Philippines Diliman and The National of National University (Philippines)
.
It has three sections, namely: the Main (which include News, Opinion, Beyond Loyola, and Sports) section, the Features section, and the Inquiry section. The Inquiry section deals with explanatory and investigative journalism while The Beyond Loyola section tackles with issues outside the Ateneo campus, such as the recent Human Security Act and the Sumilao March.
Aside from the three sections which are in print, The GUIDON also has an official website and a lifestyle magazine online.
The GUIDON is currently on its 81st year.
In the 1930s, the paper immersed itself in national issues with a Catholic slant, and loudly protested a proposed divorce bill. Its operations ceased when the World War II broke out, and operations resumed in 1946 under the editorship of Max Soliven. As the paper began to promote peace, its goals expanded from recording Ateneo history-in-the-making and serving to include pieces that were more socially relevant.
The 1950s saw the paper displayed abroad, with numerous awards given to it. The Columbia Scholastic Press Association and the Associated Collegiate Press consistently recognized the excellence of the newspaper.
In the 1960s, The GUIDON filled its pages with the feasibility of coeducation in the University. In addition, critical appraisals of the Ateneo system sought to bring the Atenean "down from the hill"--a protest to the dominance of the elite in Philippine society.
In the 1970s, the paper involved itself in the greater national situation. The years leading to martial law saw Volumes 38 and 39 of The GUIDON produced as Ang Pandayan. The paper's Editorial Board likewise found itself split, leading to publication of two versions of The GUIDON. However, before the legitimacy of either one could be established, Ferdinand Marcos declared martial law, forcing both papers to temporarily shut down. In 1973, The GUIDON was the first student newspaper to resume operations after martial law was declared.
After women were admitted to the university beginning 1973, coeducation began to affect The GUIDON, who had Chao Chuatico appointed as its first female editor-in-chief. The assassination of Benigno Aquino Jr. in 1983 paved the way for the paper to be more involved in national issues. Since then the paper has actively covered and critiqued issues of national concern.
Due to advancements in technology, the 1990s witnessed the abandoning of cut-and-paste methods for updated computer technology. In 1995, the paper came out in two separate sections, instead of one as it had in the past. The GUIDON also grew as an organization, creating staffs like Operations, Human Resources, and Marketing. During this period, the paper also increased its involvement in legislation, proposing amendments to the Campus Journalism Act of 1991.
The Athlete of the Year Award from the 1940s was renamed The GUIDON Moro Lorenzo Award for Sports. The paper's Research Department was rechristened the Inquiry Team. The GUIDON also came up with Pamaskong Handog, an outreach program.
The GUIDON 's recent history saw the use of GUIDON blue in its layout. The Features and Inquiry sections were separated from the main section. In the year 2003-2004, the human resources arm Training and Development Team was formed, assigning Willard Cheng as its first manager. The Operations staff was also rechristened the Externals staff.
The GUIDON 's lifestyle magazine was also created online. From being the alternative Alt+G, the e-zine g magazine was launched in 2008.
The full-color Beyond Loyola section, which deals with social, political, and economic issues outside the Ateneo, was created by Associate Editor Paterno Esmaquel II in 2007.
The Writing Cluster
Design Cluster
Organizational Cluster
Grad Mag - a special project created by senior GUIDONeers for graduating seniors. It features special events, significant teachers and students, and other important issues featured in The GUIDON during their batch.
Pressplay - a tie-up with The LaSallian
, De La Salle University's official newspaper, this is an annual student press convention in cooperation with the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP). It features seminars in writing, editing, photography, and art. Contests are also held for the participants, composed of other student publications.
Student newspaper
A student newspaper is a newspaper run by students of a university, high school, middle school, or other school. These papers traditionally cover local and, primarily, school or university news....
of the Ateneo de Manila University
Ateneo de Manila University
The Ateneo de Manila University is a private teaching and research university run by the Society of Jesus in the Philippines. It began in 1859 when the City of Manila handed control of the Escuela Municipal de Manila in Intramuros, Manila, to the Jesuits...
. It is a part of the Ateneo's Confederation of Publications (COP), including Heights and Matanglawin. The GUIDON is published monthly from June to March.
The GUIDON is one of the founding members of the College Editors Guild of the Philippines, along with The Varsitarian
The Varsitarian
The Varsitarian is the official Student Publication of the University of Santo Tomas . Founded in January 1928, It is one of first student newspapers in the Philippines. It is published fortnightly. The lampoon issue is The Vuisitarian...
of the University of Santo Tomas
University of Santo Tomas
The Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas, The Catholic University of the Philippines , is a private Roman Catholic university run by the Order of Preachers in Manila. Founded on April 28, 1611 by archbishop of Manila Miguel de Benavides, it has the oldest extant university charter in the...
, The Philippine Collegian
The Philippine Collegian
Philippine Collegian is the official student publication of the University of the Philippines Diliman. It is more commonly known to UP students as Kulê . It is known for its radical, often anti-administration views...
of the University of the Philippines Diliman and The National of National University (Philippines)
National University (Philippines)
National University is a university in Manila, Philippines.It is a founding member of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines and is a pioneer of the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities...
.
It has three sections, namely: the Main (which include News, Opinion, Beyond Loyola, and Sports) section, the Features section, and the Inquiry section. The Inquiry section deals with explanatory and investigative journalism while The Beyond Loyola section tackles with issues outside the Ateneo campus, such as the recent Human Security Act and the Sumilao March.
Aside from the three sections which are in print, The GUIDON also has an official website and a lifestyle magazine online.
The GUIDON is currently on its 81st year.
History
Before 1929, the students of the Ateneo de Manila persistently demanded for a newspaper that would provide them with information on school activities and achievements of the alumni. To answer to this need, The GUIDON was founded on June 22 by 1929. by Rev. Frank O'Hara, SJ, with Manuel C. Colayco as the first editor-in-chief.In the 1930s, the paper immersed itself in national issues with a Catholic slant, and loudly protested a proposed divorce bill. Its operations ceased when the World War II broke out, and operations resumed in 1946 under the editorship of Max Soliven. As the paper began to promote peace, its goals expanded from recording Ateneo history-in-the-making and serving to include pieces that were more socially relevant.
The 1950s saw the paper displayed abroad, with numerous awards given to it. The Columbia Scholastic Press Association and the Associated Collegiate Press consistently recognized the excellence of the newspaper.
In the 1960s, The GUIDON filled its pages with the feasibility of coeducation in the University. In addition, critical appraisals of the Ateneo system sought to bring the Atenean "down from the hill"--a protest to the dominance of the elite in Philippine society.
In the 1970s, the paper involved itself in the greater national situation. The years leading to martial law saw Volumes 38 and 39 of The GUIDON produced as Ang Pandayan. The paper's Editorial Board likewise found itself split, leading to publication of two versions of The GUIDON. However, before the legitimacy of either one could be established, Ferdinand Marcos declared martial law, forcing both papers to temporarily shut down. In 1973, The GUIDON was the first student newspaper to resume operations after martial law was declared.
After women were admitted to the university beginning 1973, coeducation began to affect The GUIDON, who had Chao Chuatico appointed as its first female editor-in-chief. The assassination of Benigno Aquino Jr. in 1983 paved the way for the paper to be more involved in national issues. Since then the paper has actively covered and critiqued issues of national concern.
Due to advancements in technology, the 1990s witnessed the abandoning of cut-and-paste methods for updated computer technology. In 1995, the paper came out in two separate sections, instead of one as it had in the past. The GUIDON also grew as an organization, creating staffs like Operations, Human Resources, and Marketing. During this period, the paper also increased its involvement in legislation, proposing amendments to the Campus Journalism Act of 1991.
The Athlete of the Year Award from the 1940s was renamed The GUIDON Moro Lorenzo Award for Sports. The paper's Research Department was rechristened the Inquiry Team. The GUIDON also came up with Pamaskong Handog, an outreach program.
The GUIDON 's recent history saw the use of GUIDON blue in its layout. The Features and Inquiry sections were separated from the main section. In the year 2003-2004, the human resources arm Training and Development Team was formed, assigning Willard Cheng as its first manager. The Operations staff was also rechristened the Externals staff.
The GUIDON 's lifestyle magazine was also created online. From being the alternative Alt+G, the e-zine g magazine was launched in 2008.
The full-color Beyond Loyola section, which deals with social, political, and economic issues outside the Ateneo, was created by Associate Editor Paterno Esmaquel II in 2007.
Sections and Staffs
The GUIDON has six writing sections, three design staffs, and two organizational staffs. These are:The Writing Cluster
- News
- Sports
- Features
- Inquiry
- Beyond Loyola
- g Online Magazine
Design Cluster
- Layout and Graphics
- Web Development
- Photos
Organizational Cluster
- Corporate and Public Relations
- Training and Development
Editorial Board (2011-2012)
| Editor-in-Chief | Angelica P. Lim |
| Associate Editor | Raymund Luther B. Aquino |
| Design Editor | Jose Miguel L. Igual |
| Managing Editor | Severino Miguel B. Sanchez |
| News Editor | Katerina Isabelina D. Francisco |
| Sports Editor | Rafael Jose M. Noel |
| Features Editor | Cristina Gratia T. Tantengco |
| Beyond Loyola Editor | Karissa Victoria R. Santiago |
| G Editor | Angelica V. Garcia |
| Layout and Graphics Editor | Den Kevin U. Fajardo |
| Photography Editor | Alessandra Sofia B. Guballa |
| Web Development Editor | Jules Isaiah G. Jurado |
| Training and Development Manager | Anna Katrina Dominique O. Garcia |
| Corporate and Public Relations Manager | Marie Chelsea A. Pecson |
Special Issues
Blue Ballot - The GUIDON's special coverage of elections, including national elections, Ateneo freshmen elections, and Ateneo's general elections.Grad Mag - a special project created by senior GUIDONeers for graduating seniors. It features special events, significant teachers and students, and other important issues featured in The GUIDON during their batch.
Special Projects
ACED-The GUIDON Workshop - a tie-up with the Ateneo Center for Educational Development, this workshop invites students from public schools who are interested in journalism. Selected GUIDONeers instruct and give them tips on basic news writing, editing, photography, lay-outing, and others.Pressplay - a tie-up with The LaSallian
The LaSallian
The LaSallian is the official student publication of De La Salle University, under the Student Publications Office. It is the university's English-language newspaper, composed of the University , Menagerie , Sports, Art & Graphics, and Photo sections. It is released every 1st week of every month...
, De La Salle University's official newspaper, this is an annual student press convention in cooperation with the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP). It features seminars in writing, editing, photography, and art. Contests are also held for the participants, composed of other student publications.
Notable alumni
- Max Soliven
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- Luli Arroyo
- Fr. Horacio de la Costa, S.J.Horacio de la CostaHoracio V. de la Costa was the first Filipino Provincial Superior of the Society of Jesus in the Philippines, and a recognized authority in Philippine and Asian culture and history....
- Manuel Colayco
- Willard Cheng
- Jeff Canoy
- Ryan Chua
- Chief Justice Renato C. CoronaRenato CoronaRenato C. Corona is the incumbent Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines. He was appointed to the Court on April 9, 2002 by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo...
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- Jose Mari ChanJosé Mari ChanJose Mari Chan is a Chinese Filipino singer, songwriter and businessman in the sugar industry. He was born in Iloilo City on March 11, 1945. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics from the Ateneo de Manila University in 1967...