Hyundai signs for hall in The Areté
Hyundai Asia Resources, Incorporated (Hari), the official distributor of Hyundai cars in the country, signed an agreement with the Ateneo for the construction of the 900-seater Hyundai Hall theater and concert space in The Areté. The Areté is the Ateneo’s envisioned creativity hub; construction is expected to be completed by early 2016. The signing held on August 29 was attended by Hari Chairman Edward Go, Hari Chairman Emeritus Richard Lee, Hari President and Chief Executive Officer Maria Perez-Agudo, University President Jose Ramon Villarin, SJ, Vice President for Social Development Jaime Hofileña and Vice President for the Professional Schools Antonette Palma-Angeles, PhD. The Hyundai Hall will also include the Edward S. Go Wing, named after the Hari chairman. Bianca N. Martinez
Assistant professor chosen as United Board Fellow
Filipino Department Assistant Professor Jema Pamintuan, PhD was named the 2012-2014 Elisabeth Luce Moore United Board Fellow by the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia. According to the United Board, Pamintuan was awarded for “exceptional learning and achievement of leadership development” and her “commitment to excellence in teaching and demonstration of outstanding academic leadership” when she participated in a United Board Fellows Program at Georgetown University, USA from January to April 2014. Only one outstanding fellow is chosen from each class upon completion of the program. The program teaches its participants about styles of leadership, organizational structure, educational management and alternative pedagogical styles to enrich their own teaching. Joline S. Acampado
Mentors shine in 2014 Gintong Aklat Awards
Two professors from the Ateneo were honored in the 2014 Gintong Aklat Awards held at the SM Mall of Asia on September 17. English Department Assistant Professor Alexis Abola won in the Literature in English category for his book, Trafficking in Nostalgia: Essays from Memory, which is a collection of narratives that center on the writer’s coming of age. On the other hand, Psychology Department Associate Professor Maria Lourdes Llaneza-Ramos, PhD was awarded in the Inspirational/Self-help category for her book, Inner Blossoming: An Asian-Transpersonal Approach to Learning, Growth, and Healing. The book offers methods on psychospiritual ways to learn, heal and grow. The titles were published by the Ateneo de Manila University Press on 2012 and 2013, respectively. The Gintong Aklat Awards were given by the Book Development Association of the Philippines in conjunction with this year’s Manila International Book Fair. Joff D. Bantayan
Assistant professor named founding member of CES Research Network
English Department Assistant Professor Jocelyn Martin, PhD was named as a founding member of the Council of European Studies (CES) Research Network on Transnational Memory and Identity based on her strong research work. The CES aims to promote European Studies and to strengthen ties across disciplines. The research network also provides financial, administrative and communications support alongside a setting for scholarly practice. As a member of the CES Research Network, Martin is given the privilege to benefit from these services. Macneil A. Mendoza
Ateneans bag bronze at PRSP Students Grand Prix
A team of Ateneans seized the bronze medal at the 2014 Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP) Students Grand Prix on October 12 at Colegio de San Juan de Letran. Team “Kopi Mixers” was composed of sophomore Marc Malferrari, juniors Chinny Daez and Toffer Sumulong, and seniors Christoph Doncillo, Ranvin Jarina, Tiffy King, Claire Lim, Juls Ormoc and Rico Oña. They were coached by Communication Department Lecturer Bernie Bagaman. PRSP tasked the finalists to create a public relations plan to increase PRSP membership and improve public outlook on the public relations profession. Kopi Mixers won with a coffee-themed proposal called “Kapihang Magkaibigan,” which promoted PRSP as a relaxed yet professional organization with events that are as calm and enjoyable as coffee. Jin U. Lampasa
