Although I heard about this, I am not really fully aware of the reason of the management’s move. I have gotten close with the guards, and so replacing them would make me sad. They have been very kind, considerate and helpful. However, if the Ateneo wishes to change the security agency, I’m sure it’s for the betterment of the whole Ateneo community.

– Regine Rostata, III BS LfSc

There’s something about keeping a guard force that you can trust and that you know are loyal and are endeared to the Ateneo. If I were a dormer, I’d feel much safer being guarded by Manong Guard who sees himself as much an Atenean as everyone else who contributes to the community. [There are] some things money just can’t buy and we can’t afford to lose that.

– Daryl Isla, I BS ME

The details surrounding the need to replace the Ateneo guards are hazy at best, at least those that the students are privy to. If the guards had been advised to increase the security measures around the campus and yet have been negligent then there may be reason for due action. However, the gravity of their actions should be carefully considered. Replacing them is not just a matter of a changing security guards. It will also affect the livelihood and subsequently, their lives.

– Patricia Lumanlan, IV BFA ID

Somehow, the university is right to replace the guards. I myself have observed that the current guards seem to be very lax in enforcing the rules and they give many second chances. On the other hand, if the university replaces the current guards, these guards will be unemployed. This is [somewhat unnecessary] because the current security system can be [improved] without having to cut loose its current employees.

– Alexa Gamboa, 1 BFA ID