Rod Adrian Vergara, Author at Ateneo de Zamboanga University https://adzu.edu.ph/author/vergararode/ Ateneo de Zamboanga University Website Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:13:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://adzu.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/cropped-ateneo_de_zamboanga_university_seal_favicon-32x32.png Rod Adrian Vergara, Author at Ateneo de Zamboanga University https://adzu.edu.ph/author/vergararode/ 32 32 READ | Ateneo de Zamboanga University’s Statement on the Ongoing Power Outages in Zamboanga City https://adzu.edu.ph/read-ateneo-de-zamboanga-universitys-statement-on-the-ongoing-power-outages-in-zamboanga-city/ Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:13:50 +0000 https://adzu.edu.ph/?p=40886 Ateneo de Zamboanga University expresses serious concern over the prolonged power outages affecting many parts of Zamboanga City. Many within our own community, our students, faculty, staff, service workers, and their families, are directly affected. We stand as well with the many Zamboangueños whose work, health, and daily life are under serious strain, especially those […]

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]]> AdZU Pres. Fr. Andal embraces LGBTQIA+ community, says they are “welcome” in Ateneo https://adzu.edu.ph/adzu-pres-fr-andal-embraces-lgbtqia-community-says-they-are-welcome-in-ateneo/ https://adzu.edu.ph/adzu-pres-fr-andal-embraces-lgbtqia-community-says-they-are-welcome-in-ateneo/#respond Mon, 24 Jun 2024 13:35:08 +0000 https://beacon.host.adzu.edu.ph/?p=10458 “We all have our own gifts, our colors, and to make a bright Vinta sail, we may need all those colors. So, everyone is welcome here in Ateneo,” stated Ateneo de Zamboanga University (AdZU) President Fr. Guillrey Anthony “Ernald” for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender,  Intersex, Queer/Questioning, Asexual, and more (LGBTQIA+) Atenean members. The BEACON […]

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]]> https://adzu.edu.ph/adzu-pres-fr-andal-embraces-lgbtqia-community-says-they-are-welcome-in-ateneo/feed/ 0 Delving into the Subconscious Spectrum of the Rainbow https://adzu.edu.ph/delving-into-the-subconscious-spectrum-of-the-rainbow/ https://adzu.edu.ph/delving-into-the-subconscious-spectrum-of-the-rainbow/#respond Fri, 21 Jun 2024 03:00:00 +0000 https://beacon.host.adzu.edu.ph/?p=10454 Red… Orange… Yellow… Green… Blue… Violet… Pride Month is encompassed by these vibrant colors, but are we also aware of the rainbow’s deeper hues? Pride Month is celebrated globally to honor the LGBTQIA+ community and commemorate the Stonewall riots, which are crucial in fighting for the rights of the community. In addition, since this event […]

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]]> https://adzu.edu.ph/delving-into-the-subconscious-spectrum-of-the-rainbow/feed/ 0 Allyship in a Layered Homophobic Environment https://adzu.edu.ph/allyship-in-a-layered-homophobic-environment/ https://adzu.edu.ph/allyship-in-a-layered-homophobic-environment/#respond Mon, 17 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://beacon.host.adzu.edu.ph/?p=10446 “I support them.” What does it take to be worthy of being called an ally? Right. The month of June is dedicated to the people who cried their pleas, loud enough to be glanced at, and to the ones who are sufficient to hide themselves — not risking to be deemed as other, hoping to […]

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]]> https://adzu.edu.ph/allyship-in-a-layered-homophobic-environment/feed/ 0 OSA launches DIÁLOGO, guests Fr Ernald https://adzu.edu.ph/osa-launches-dialogo-guests-fr-ernald/ https://adzu.edu.ph/osa-launches-dialogo-guests-fr-ernald/#respond Wed, 01 May 2024 13:30:00 +0000 https://beacon.host.adzu.edu.ph/?p=10425 The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) held the first of its conversation series titled “DIÁLOGO” in partnership with El Consejo Atenista (ECA) on April 19, 2024, at the College Lobby of the Canisius-Gonzaga building with University President Fr. Guillrey Anthony “Ernald” Andal, SJ, EdD as its guest.  In an up-close conversation, Fr. Ernald shared his […]

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]]> https://adzu.edu.ph/osa-launches-dialogo-guests-fr-ernald/feed/ 0 AdZU celebrates Grand Iftar 2024 https://adzu.edu.ph/adzu-celebrates-grand-iftar-2024/ https://adzu.edu.ph/adzu-celebrates-grand-iftar-2024/#respond Sun, 28 Apr 2024 13:30:00 +0000 https://beacon.host.adzu.edu.ph/?p=10416 The Grand Iftar 2024 was celebrated by the AdZU community last April 4, 2024, at the Multi-Purpose Covered Court 1 (MPCC-1) of Salvador Campus from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM with the theme, “Sowing the Seeds of Ramadhān for a Bountiful Future.”  Iftar refers to the evening meal of the Muslims to break their fast […]

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]]> https://adzu.edu.ph/adzu-celebrates-grand-iftar-2024/feed/ 0 Espejo will Win but That’s Not Enough https://adzu.edu.ph/espejo-will-win-but-thats-not-enough/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://beacon.host.adzu.edu.ph/?p=10411 As the third day of the ECA General Elections wrapped, the BEACON released an exit poll to assess what the average Atenean thought of the candidates they voted for. The survey was able to reach 80 students from various academic organizations and year-levels. The results showed that 46% of students were dissatisfied with the performance […]

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]]> There Will Be No Funeral for This Consejo https://adzu.edu.ph/there-will-be-no-funeral-for-this-consejo/ https://adzu.edu.ph/there-will-be-no-funeral-for-this-consejo/#respond Sun, 24 Mar 2024 04:01:43 +0000 https://beacon.host.adzu.edu.ph/?p=10402 All politicians want to leave a legacy. Sometimes, they are seen as great statesmen who stand up against oppression. Many try to replicate this and fail, only succeeding in pasting their faces on ‘Happy Fiesta’ barangay tarpaulins. The Consejo instead believes self-destruction will be their legacy. On March 22, the Offices of the Consejo President […]

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]]> https://adzu.edu.ph/there-will-be-no-funeral-for-this-consejo/feed/ 0 AdZU rallies for 38th EDSA anniversary, protests against ChaCha  https://adzu.edu.ph/adzu-rallies-for-38th-edsa-anniversary-protests-against-chacha/ https://adzu.edu.ph/adzu-rallies-for-38th-edsa-anniversary-protests-against-chacha/#respond Wed, 28 Feb 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://beacon.host.adzu.edu.ph/?p=10362 “Unity is not the end, but it’s a means for us to care for others,” stated Ateneo de Zamboanga University (AdZU) University President Fr. Guillrey Anthony Andal, SJ, in his opening remarks to highlight the importance of vigilance and unity in protecting democracy and upholding national security during The Fight for Democracy rally for EDSA […]

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]]> https://adzu.edu.ph/adzu-rallies-for-38th-edsa-anniversary-protests-against-chacha/feed/ 0    Fundacion Climaco remembers history of integrity, launches Climaco Exhibit  https://adzu.edu.ph/fundacion-climaco-remembers-history-of-integrity-launches-climaco-exhibit/ https://adzu.edu.ph/fundacion-climaco-remembers-history-of-integrity-launches-climaco-exhibit/#respond Wed, 28 Feb 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://beacon.host.adzu.edu.ph/?p=10377 “How do we heal a nation that forgets? We nurture a generation who remembers,” wished Fundacion Climaco’s Executive Director and Curator, Mr. Kiko Miranda, to achieve the recognition of Zamboanga City’s former Mayor Cesar Cortez Climaco to the younger generations. Fundacion Climaco has officially launched their exhibit titled, “Telegrammed Truths: The Valiant Correspondence of Cesar […]

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