Baguio Social Science Summit

1st Baguio Social Science Summit Theme
“The Philippine Social Landscape: Peering Through the Northern Lens”

November 25-26, 2011
UB Square Hall, University of Baguio
Baguio City, Philippines

Organized by the Department of Social Sciences & Humanities and the Department of Philosophy of the University of Baguio
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The First Baguio Social Science Summit is a Conference that aims to bring together scholars, teachers & students, government officials, the religious sector, and the civil society in a scholarly exchange on the issues that dominate the country’s social environs.

Revolving around the theme, “The Current Philippine Social Landscape: A Look from the Northern Lens,” this Summit will showcase discussions on Modern Filipino Religiosity vis-à-vis the Filipino Public Sphere, Health and Population Issues and Trends (including the RH Bill), and National Development from a Regional Perspective.

The Conference Registration Fee is Php700.00 inclusive of certificate of participation/attendance, conference kit, 2 morning snacks, 2 afternoon snacks, and 2 lunches. A special rate for students is set at Php550.00 provided they present a valid identification card upon registration. For international participants (those flying in from other countries), registration fee is pegged at USD20.00 which will be paid on-site.


Keynote Speakers: Plenary Sessions

Plenary Session 1 / Day 1
Dr. Isikias T. Picpican
Curator/Archivist, SLU Museum of Arts and Cultures
Topic: Filipino Religiosity as a Social Phenomenon


Plenary Session 2 / Day 2
Dr. Mark Joseph T. Calano
Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
Topic: Religion and the Filipino Public Sphere


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LECTURERS:

Dr. Raymundo Rovillos
PhD History – University of the Philippines Diliman
Dean, College of Social Sciences, UP Baguio

Topic: A History of Religious Activism: The Church & National Development


Dr. Gladys Marie Tamania
PhD major in Educational Management, minor in Rural Development – Benguet State University
Project Director, Leadership for Dynamic Change Research & Development Center for Professionals, Inc.
Professor, Department of Social Sciences, Philippine Military Academy, Baguio City

Topic: The Muslim-Christian Conflict and Its Social Impact on the Northern Regions of the Philippines


Dr. Armando Castañeda
PhD Development Education - University of Santo Tomas
Professor of Development Education & Philosophy in Education, UB Graduate School

Topic: National Development: Health and Population Issues Dissected


Henry L. Galuba, PhD
Director, Research and Faculty Development, Lorma Colleges, San Fernando City, La Union

Topic: Cordillera Peoples’ Participation in National Development: Issues and Prospects

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November 25, 2011 (DAY 1)

8:15-8:45 Registration
8:45-9:00 Opening Ceremonies
9:00-11:00 Plenary Session 1: Filipino Religiosity as a Social Phenomenon
11:00-11:15 Quick Break
11:15-12:00 Open Forum / Dialog
12:00-1:00 Lunch Break

1:00-2:30 Lecture 1: A History of Religious Activism: The Church & National Development
2:30-2:45 Break
2:45-4:15 Lecture 2: National Development: A Look at Health and Population Issues
4:15-4:30 Wrap-Up and Reminders


November 26, 2011 (DAY 2)

8:30-9:00 Morning Coffee Time
9:00-11:00 Plenary Session 2: Religion and the Filipino Public Sphere
11:00-12:00 Sectoral Feedback Presentation and Open Forum
12:00-1:00 Lunch Break
1:00-2:30 Lecture 3: Building New Communities: The Muslim-Christian Conflict and Its Social Impact on the Northern Regions of the Philippines
2:30-2:45 Break
2:45-4:15 Lecture 4: Cordillera Peoples’ Participation in National Development: Issues and Prospects
4:15-5:00 Closing Ceremonies
Photo-Ops

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For confirmation of attendance, or further inquiries, please contact the Conference Chair, Mr. Farland Valera thru the following:
Email: masalikot@yahoo.com.ph
Office: (074) 442-4915 (local 275)

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Participants from outside Baguio City are enjoined to arrange for their lodging prior to attending the Summit. You may contact these HOTELS near the Summit Venue (University of Baguio):

HOTEL 45
Bagong Bayan St., Bargy. Salud Mitra, Baguio City (near SM City Baguio)
Tel: (074) 446-6306 / 304-2963
Cell No.: (+63) 917-700-8805
~On PROMO: All room rates are at P1,000/night (standard, deluxe) Contact the hotel for reservation.

BBCCC
Assumption Road, Baguio City (beside the University of Baguio, before SLU Hospital)
Tel: (074) 442-5872 / 444-4993 / 304-2946

CITYLIGHT HOTEL
245 Upper General Luna Road, Baguio City
Tel: (074) 442-8080

MICROTEL INN & SUITES BAGUIO
Engineer's Hill, Upper Session Road, Baguio City
(This Hotel is situated right beside the Victory Liner Station)
Tel: (074) 619-3333
Cell No.: 0922-816-8436 / 0927-516-4129
Email: baguio@microtel.ph
Website: www.microtel-baguio.com

BELFRANLT HOTEL
General Luna Road corner Magsaysay Avenue, Baguio City (beside Hotel Villa Rosal)
Tel: (074) 442-5012

HOTEL VILLA ROSAL
General Luna Road corner Magsaysay Avenue, Baguio City (beside Belfranlt Hotel)
Tel: (074) 444-8523 / 443-8132
Email: hotel_villa_rosal@yahoo.com
Website: www.hotelvillarosal.com

LA BREA INN
4th, 5th, 6th Floors, AYK Building, Lower Session Road, Baguio City
Tel: (074) 446-6061
Cell No.: 0917-508-7800 / 0923-280-0395

CALALILY PENSION HOUSE
24 Sandico St., Baguio City (at the back of Baguio Post Office)
Manager: Rosalina Ines
Tel: (074) 444-2841 / 423-1805

EL CIELITO HOTEL
50 North Drive, Baguio City (5-minute walk from SM City Baguio)
Tel: (074) 443-4846
Web: www.elcielitohotels.com

TAE GUK GI (Brotherhood of War)

For my Cultural Anthropology Class, Summer 2011.

Guys, just click on the title (just above) if you wish to read the review i wrote for the film...



GUIDE QUESTIONS:
1. PART I. Characters.
Identify the three main characters. What roles did they play in the film? (15 points)

2. PART II. Culture & Meaning.
Name three objects (material culture) which you think are significant/important to the family relationships of the characters. What meanings do these objects carry (or what do they symbolize)? (15 points)
How did the objects contribute to the overall artistic merit of the film? (10 points)

3. PART III. Insights/Realizations.
Express how you felt about the movie (or what you think about it after watching it). Do not forget to also discuss the realizations or insights that came to your mind while watching or after you have watched the movie. (20 points)


INSTRUCTIONS & PAPER SPECIFICATIONS:
1. Present your output in computer-printed text. ^_^
2. The text must be in PARAGRAPH form; SINGLE-spacing please!
3. Use SHORT bond paper (8.5 x 11 inches). MARGIN: 1 inch on all sides.
4. Maximum of TWO (2) pages ONLY. Any excess page will be disregarded. No need for a title page.
5. DEADLINE: Saturday - May 14, 2011 (until 12 noon only).
6. NO PAPER WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE DEADLINE.

COLD SUMMER, year 2011

Summer dates have come... But the days are cold and the nights are colder.
Is it that I just miss the warmth of summer? Or I am just longing for the warmth I never had during colder evenings?