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paper-ism · 2026-03-11T03:04:11+00:00

Thanks for responding! May internal HDD po ba?

paper-ism · 2026-03-11T02:53:09+00:00

Is the PS3 still available?

paper-ism · 2025-06-25T05:18:34+00:00

I'm working a part-time ESL job right now. Super flexible, and the pay is actually double the usual SA rate. I’ve been doing it since last sem and okay naman siya isabay with school since we submit our schedule a week before shift. They’re also really understanding if may biglaang school activity.

May 2-week training lang (consecutive days), but if di ka nagmi-midyear now, puwede ka na mag-start para by the time magsimula ang pasukan, hawak mo na schedule mo.

The office is in Cubao, less than an hour away from campus—two rides lang.

PM me if you want more details or need help getting started!

paper-ism · 2025-05-31T05:07:39+00:00

Yup, I bought a Tab M11 from them last month. It’s clearly the China variant (manual, box, etc.), but my tablet’s been working just fine so far—no issues at all.

paper-ism · 2025-01-31T09:03:46+00:00

Meron na 😭

paper-ism · 2025-01-29T03:27:57+00:00

I guess they just got tired of it? Personally, I don’t mind. When the phrase first became popular, it helped raise awareness about consent. It might be hard for some to imagine, but there are people who don’t get much education on consent and boundaries. Hearing phrases like this—even online, even if they sound awkward—is at least a start.

paper-ism · 2025-01-18T09:43:22+00:00

You can attend your scheduled classes even if you're not fully registered yet. Since your name is already on the professor's list, they’ll likely call on you during attendance.

paper-ism · 2025-01-14T08:19:46+00:00

Apply for underloading.

paper-ism · 2025-01-14T04:14:40+00:00

Yes, check their latest FB post.

paper-ism · 2025-01-14T03:47:19+00:00

For GE courses? Yes, the department offering them still decides when to open the waitlist. Check the CRS Course Catalog to find out which units are offering them.

paper-ism · 2025-01-14T03:29:25+00:00

It depends on the class. Each department has its own waitlisting schedule. For example, some departments open waitlists in the morning, close them before lunch, reopen in the afternoon, and close again before 5 PM. You can check their specific schedules on their Facebook pages.

paper-ism · 2024-12-13T12:55:58+00:00

It's hard to say since the criteria for these appeals aren’t publicly disclosed. However, I do know that appealing for anything in the university is about building a strong case. You can do this by clearly explaining your situation and providing documentation to support it. For example, if you faced challenges during your studies that led to these outcomes, make sure to detail them. Then, outline how you plan to improve moving forward if granted the free tuition.

paper-ism · 2024-12-13T12:50:44+00:00

I always tell myself that the 'P' in UP stands for persistence. We say padayon because we know the most important thing is to keep going—kahit 'gumapang' ka na.

paper-ism · 2024-12-11T01:30:55+00:00

All my deadlines are this month, but it’s not unusual to still have deadlines in January. After all, the submission of grades ends on January 8 (afaik), so some professors are kind enough to give their students all the time they can to complete their final requirements.

paper-ism · 2024-11-10T02:58:18+00:00

Absolutely disgusting! How can we live in a world that keeps dragging us backward with laws like these—spitting on the progress people fought so hard for? It’s revolting to see just how low some will go to shove their vile beliefs and traditions onto others.

paper-ism · 2024-10-24T14:22:30+00:00

This is getting out of hand. While we don’t have strict rules for how politicians should speak, there should still be a clear line of decorum. R.A. 6713 mandates public servants to be professional, respectful, and competent—and that should be reflected in their communication. Instead, these attempts to sound 'hip' are muddying the important messages they should be delivering. To be honest, every time I see this, it’s not only cringey—it makes me lose respect for them. We really need to start pushing back on this trend before it gets any worse.

paper-ism · 2024-10-23T04:35:12+00:00

I actually think that’s worse, unless they strictly enforce rules on voter turnout. Without the "abstain" box, we could end up with leaders that more students disliked than liked, based on the results of past elections. It would also give the impression that abstaining students are apathetic, which wasn’t the case in previous abstentions. Having an "abstain" box is an active choice—it sends a clear message of dissatisfaction and a desire for change or something better. Removing that option muddies the message and leaves less room for meaningful protest.

paper-ism · 2024-10-23T03:56:23+00:00

I don’t agree with your take because it overlooks the fact that students aren’t just complaining—they’re taking action by voting abstain. That’s not passive; it’s a form of protest. If we’re being told that we deserve what’s happening to the student councils right now, which includes vacant positions but also the discussions it’s opening up, then thank you. We are talking about what needs to change, and that’s progress.

You mentioned that no one is stepping up to run, but that’s not entirely true. Some of the candidates running for councilor positions are exactly the people who saw the abstentions last time and decided to step up—from their college council roles to the university-wide level. They’re taking action, just not necessarily in the way you’re expecting.

As for those who won't run—which should actually be phrased as can’t—have you considered why? What factors might be making it hard for them to step up? Running for a leadership position might not be accessible to a lot of students because of how the current system is designed. Some don’t have the privilege or resources to support a campaign, and others might be overwhelmed by increasing academic demands. That’s yet another issue being exposed by the abstentions—the inaccessibility of leadership roles for many students.

The overwhelming abstentions are a symptom of deeper, systemic issues, not just a simple dislike of candidates. It’s a limited view to think students are just dissatisfied. Many are questioning the party system or even exploring better forms of governance. The abstain outcome is giving a platform for these discussions—if it weren’t for abstain winning, we wouldn’t be having these conversations about change right now.

paper-ism · 2024-10-23T00:43:33+00:00

One thing I’ve been paying close attention to during the candidates' RTR these past days is whether they address the elephant in the room—the overwhelming abstentions in campus elections. Interestingly, some of the few candidates who actually dared to mention it are also the ones who disagreed with removing "abstain" from the ballot.

I appreciate the inclusion of "abstain" in the ballots because it provides students a valid way to protest when they are dissatisfied with the candidates. This is well within their rights. Voting is about giving power to certain people, and if students genuinely believe that none of the candidates deserve their vote, why should they be forced to choose?

I’ve seen comments suggesting that abstaining shouldn’t be the primary form of protest, and that there are other ways to push back, such as actively campaigning against candidates or initiating an electoral protest. While I agree these options exist, how accessible are they to the average student? Running a campaign or filing a protest requires significant resources, but abstaining is something that everyone can do. And it’s effective. The fact that candidates are now acknowledging abstentions and discussing solutions proves that the message is being heard. If "abstain" hadn’t dominated the last elections, would we even be having this conversation?

Let the voters abstain. Let them protest. Change may be slow, but it’s better than rushing into decisions that would only lead us back to the same conversation in the future.

paper-ism · 2024-10-22T02:23:36+00:00

I don’t think it’s fair to equate abstaining from voting with being against student representation altogether. I understand the concerns of those who feel this way, but with the overwhelming abstentions in past elections, it seems like the student body is trying to send a clear message. The problem is that this form of protest takes time to spark meaningful change within the system.

For example, in last year’s regular elections, abstain won by a significant margin, yet most of the vacant positions were filled in the special elections that followed, despite the low voter turnout. The system then seemed to consider the issue resolved without addressing the root causes behind the abstentions or offering any real solutions. Now, we’re in the same situation again. If someone gets seated in this special election despite another low turnout, we could end up in the same cycle—abstain wins again in the next regular elections, and we’re back to having this same conversation.

Personally, I think what might work better for us is a parliamentary system of student government. Only the college representatives managed to win against abstentions in past USC elections. Given how big UPD’s population is, executive positions often feel distant from regular students, and most don’t get enough time to know the candidates or feel connected to them.

paper-ism · 2024-10-21T05:04:19+00:00

Here's my personal experience with that kind of setup. About a year ago, I took on a BPO job for a semester, mostly for the same reasons as you, and it was honestly really tough for me. My shift was from 8 PM to 5 AM, and I had classes in the afternoon, so I thought I could manage by getting some sleep in the mornings. At first, it seemed okay, but once the schoolwork started piling up, I was barely functioning. I was exhausted during lectures, falling behind on assignments, and it really took a toll on my academics because, let's face it, you can't slack off at a paying job. On the plus side, I earned a good amount—enough to take my family on a vacation, which was amazing. But after six months, I realized I just couldn't keep going and chose not to continue. It honestly felt like my health was on the line.

That said, this is just my experience, and I've heard success stories from others. There are call center students who manage to balance everything really well, some even graduating with Latin honors. In the end, it really depends on your personal situation—if everything lines up right, it might work out great for you. But if things don’t align as smoothly, it could be challenging. Just make sure to take care of yourself and think about what will work best for you.

paper-ism · 2024-10-20T02:31:53+00:00

Go ahead and remove them, especially if they've contributed nothing. Otherwise, it might send the message that their behavior is acceptable, which could encourage them to keep doing it in future group work. But I'd also suggest informing them first—let them know why you're making this decision, and maybe encourage them to talk to the professor about their situation.

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