Minutes of the Fifth General Assembly

First Semester of Academic Year 2010-2011

This General Assembly was held on July 7, 2010 at the CSSP Student Council Office, 1st Floor West Wing Lobby of the
Palma Hall, University of the Philippines - Diliman.

Council Members Present:

Ranulfo J. Javelosa III - Chairperson

Mabel C. Ogoshi - Vice-Chairperson
Adrian Audrey L. Baccay - Councilor
Daisy Margaret V. Ducepec - Councilor
Jose Emmanuel Micael M. Eva VIII - Councilor
Anna Czarina Mikael P. Isaguirre - Councilor
Mary Martha D. Merilo - Councilor
Paulina Maria B. Parungao - Councilor
Dan Christian E. Ramos - Councilor
Ron Ranier R. Reyes - Councilor
Vince Ray S. Escarcha - Anthropology Department Representative
Leslie Louise C. Dela Cruz - History Department Representative
Michael Wilson I. Rosero - Linguistics Department Representative
Virginia Mara M. Favis - Philosophy Department Representative
Jay-Ar D. Alejandro - Psychology Department Representative
Pia Caterina M. Vizcarra - Psychology Department Representative
Justine A. Peralta - Sociology Department Representative
Juan Carlo P. Tejano - CSSP Representative to the USC

Patricia Danica Calauagan - Volcorps Coordinator, Representative

Ginelle Petterson (L) - Volcorps STRAW Assistant Coordinator, Representative
Faye Aspi (Le) - Volcorps PUB Assistant Coordinator, Representative

Council Members Absent:

Esther Joy D.J. Pasagui (E) - Geography Department Representative

Ysabel Jean B. Padilla (E) - Political Science Department Representative

I. Call to Order
At 6:10 PM, CSSPSC 2010-2011 Chairperson Ranulfo Javelosa III officially called the meeting to order. The
Philippine National Anthem was sung immediately after the roll call was made.

II. Committee Report

A. Students’ Rights and Welfare Committee

At 6:13PM, Chairperson Ranulfo Javelosa III gave the floor to Vice-Chairperson Mabel Ogoshi for updates on
Student’s Rights & Welfare Committee. According to Ms. Ogoshi, the SULO Editorial Board still lacks applicants.
The votes from the graduating students of the affected departments for the photo studio of choice have already
been tallied. However, scores from some of the council members who were able to take part in the test shots were
still lacking. Chairperson Javelosa then reminded the body that 40% of the total photo studio scores will come
from the votes made by the affected graduating students while 60% of the scores will come from the council
members who were able to participate in the studios’ test shots.

Before leaving excusing herself from the room at 6:14PM, Ms. Ogoshi gave the floor to Councilor Anna
Isaguirre for updates on Freshie Circle.

According to Ms. Isaguirre, the Meeting de Avance had already been held on July 5, 2010, and the Election
will be pushed through on July 9, 2010, Friday from 8:30AM to 5:00PM in the CSSP SC Office. The move to cut
the supposedly week-long voting window to just Friday carried the logic of giving consideration for those
candidates who wished to run but were unable to attend the Miting de Avance. All candidates have already
submitted their GPOAs and SPOAs; these will be available for interested freshmen to read through. Overall, there
are 19 candidates for 16 positions: two for the position of Chairperson, two for the position of Vice-Chairperson,
three for the position of Internals, three for the position of CALLRep Representative, one for the position of
Externals Officer, one for the position of Finance Officer, one for the position of Publicity Officer, one for the
position of Academics officer, none for the position of Anthropology Department representative, none for the
position of Geography Department Representative, one for the position of History Department Representative,
one for the position of Linguistics Department Representative, one for the position of Philosophy Department
Representative, one for the position of Political Science Department Representative, one for the position of
Psychology Department Representative, and none for the position of Sociology Department Representative.

Ms. Ducepec took the floor to give the updates for the CSSP Varsity. The Diliman Games were scheduled to
start on July 19, 2010. The intent to join was already submitted.

Ms. Ogoshi then came back to the room at 6:16PM. She elaborated on the Volleyball varsity team’s training
which would start on July 8, 2010 at AltaVista. A problem faced is the lack of any net that can be used. She then
mentioned that should anyone be willing to lend or donate their net, then it would be highly appreciated. Also, a
supplier of Jersey is still needed. She then revealed that due to the late information of the Diliman Games’
immediacy, training is already being done double time. Certified True Copies of the players’ Form 5 must be
passed by July 12 or else they will not be allowed to participate.

Note that Councilor Jose Emmanuel Micael M. Eva VIII arrived at 6:18PM.

Mr. Eva then took the floor in order to give an update on the Office Awareness Exhibit. He said that the
exhibit has already been displayed at the AS Lobby. At this point, Chairperson Javelosa applauded Mr. Eva for a
job well done and thanked the council members who helped in the realization of the exhibit. Unfortunately, the
bookmarks that was planned to be included in the exhibit have yet to be printed.

KAPPistahan was discussed next by Ms. Ogoshi. She inquired on the feasibility of the faculty participating and
presenting as they had during the Hagikhikan Faculty Follies. Mr. Escarcha suggested that it would be better if the
entire faculty would have only one number. Mr. Eva then voiced out that inter-department coordination could
pose to be a problem; thus, invitation must be sent to the faculty members and those who would confirm only will
perform. Ms. Dela Cruz expressed her concern that having separate presentations per department could have a
negative portrayal for the freshmen. Mr. Ramos then presented the possible situation that perhaps one or more of
the departments may fail or decline to present. Ms. Vizcarra expressed her preference to have separate
presentations per department in support of the concern raised by Mr. Eva. Chairperson Javelosa then asked if
there would even be time for all of the departments to present separately. Ms. Vizcarra suggested that perhaps the
people responsible for the Hagikhikan presentation coordination could be tapped. Ms. Ogoshi then suggested that
both options of presenting per department or as a college be presented to the faculty and that they would decide
for themselves. Mr. Baccay also suggested that Hagikhikan presentation could be recycled. Mr. Javelosa said that
due to time-constraint, a one-faculty performance is preferred. He then requested the Department representatives
to contact the faculty who performed in the Hagikhikan so that they would be able to meet with the STRAW
Committee as soon as possible.

Ms. Ogoshi then requested the Publications Committee to set the start of production work. She then shared
the information regarding the expenses: light and sound equipment costing PhP 10,000 has been found, an
estimate of PhP 6,000 of the PhP 15,000 allowance from OICA would be consumed, and that this allowance is
strictly for technical-related expenses. Mr. Rosero then inquired as to the theme for the event. Ms. Ogoshi replied
that the theme has been dubbed as “Freshie Time,” as inspired by the show Showtime. Chairperson Javelosa
clarified that this was basically a talent showcase, so anything goes. He then reminded the body that lessons
should have already been learned from the CFWA event. He then urged everyone to ensure that the performances
stick to the 10-minute limit.

Note that at 6:35PM, Ms. Peralta went out.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the STRAW Committee was given a round of
applause as its report closed at 6:38PM.

B. Secretariat & Logistics Committee

Chairperson Javelosa then gave the floor to Secretary-General Dan Ramos for him to provide updates on the
Secretariat & Logistics Committee. For the Sanction points, Mr. Ramos asked the body to get three sanction
deduction pages to be inserted into the Council Kit. He also mentioned that the tallying of deduction points has
already begun and clarified that there are ways for council members to earn deduction points. Several examples of
such means are as follows: providing assistance in general cleaning, volunteering to do the General Assembly
minutes, updating the office inventory, resupplying the office materials, investing significantly more than the
required time in production works, crushing PET bottles, and selling junk.

The next part was an update on Volcorps, given by Volcorps Coordinator Patricia Danica Calauagan. Its 2nd
official GA was held earlier today in which twenty VC attended. For PASIKLABAN, there are 17 participants. Mr.
Jeff Agustin volunteered to direct the number in which the idea in mind is cheerleading. PASIKLABAN will be
held on the 15th of July while the practice will start on the 10th. The Ultimate Bonding Experience (UBE) was taken
positively by the VC. Target date for this event is August 21, 2010. They also developed an incentive program
packaged as Mabuhay Miles, in line with their airline-inspired theme “FLY NA, PALMA,” wherein Volcorps
members who attend Volcorps and council activities work would be given points and incentives.

Chairperson Javelosa then inquired as to what the status of the Bureaucracy Bible was. Mr. Ramos replied
that nearly all the documents are prepared; the only ones lacking are the Committee powerpoint presentations
from KAPPulungan, the Organizations’ Externals Head Directory, and an update on the NISMED facility rental
procedure.

With regards to the cleanliness of the office, Chairperson Javelosa instructed the committee to establish a
straw barrier in the entrance of the storage area so as to emphasize the need to discourage people from entering
and destroying the arrangement of the items within.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, both the SEC Committee and the Volcorps were
each given a round of applause as its report closed at 6:56PM.

Note that at 6:56PM, Ms. Petterson entered and replaced Ms. Aspi as the 2nd representative for the Volcorps.

C. Finance & Special Projects Committee

Chairperson Javelosa then gave the floor to Councilor Parungao for updates on Finance & Special Projects
Committee. She first gave an update on the committee expenses ever since the previous General Assembly:

Students’ Rights and Welfare Committee - Php 2, 000.00

Secretariat and Logistics Committee - Php 1, 178.00
EDUC-two hundred forty pesos - Php 240.00

With regards to the Blogberry IGP, a total of 61 planners were sold. Chairperson Javelosa then stressed that
the remaining 39 planners must be sold by the current week.

The bank account is still pending because Chairperson Javelosa and Ms. Isaguirre have not yet submitted
their IDs.
 There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the FIN Committee was given a round of
applause as its report closed at 7:00PM.

D. Education, Training, & Popular Struggles Committee

Chairperson Javelosa then gave the floor to Mr. Baccay for the Education, Training, & Popular Struggles
Committee updates. Mr. Baccay then gave the floor to Mr. Reyes to discuss the Academic Circle updates. The
convention was held on July 7, 2010, but the election was postponed due to a confusion regarding the text brigade.
During the said convention, Mr. Baccay facilitated a mini discussion regarding Pres. Aquino; this was in relation
to the Open Letter to PNoy project. At this point, Mr. Rosero inquired if UP Salin had contacted the Academic
Circle. Mr. Reyes replied that there had been no word received from UP Salin. The next convention will be
conducted on July 9, 2010 at the 2nd floor lobby.

Mr. Baccay once again took the floor in order to report on the Greener AS (GrAS) project. The letter submitted
is still with the Office of Student Activities (OSA). Regarding Ms. Peralta’s contact in Bahay Ng Alumni, she said
that she will give it the next day.

With regards to the WALL-NUT project, Mr. Baccay reported that despite the delays, the WALL-NUT has
been posted. He thanked those who helped out in its production work and then instructed Mr. Escarcha to
formulate additional questions. Chairperson Javelosa then commended the turn out of the project its succes.

Note that Justine Peralta returned at 7:05.

Next topic discussed was the Open Letter to PNoy. Basically, the data that gathered from the WALL-NUT and
the Acad Circle discussions will be used for this.

On the Draft 2010 Student Code Primer, Mr. Baccay stated that the information has yet to be finalized. Most
likely, the primer will be ready by July 12, 2010.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the EDUC Committee was given a round of
applause as its report closed at 7:07PM.

E. Publications Committee
Note that the Publications Committee did not provide its agenda on the required time before the General
Assembly.

Mr. Javelosa then gave the floor to Ms. Merilo for the Publications Committee updates. She gave the floor to
Mr. Eva to explain the results of the PUB PAL. According to him, the following council members have not reached
the maximum deduction point for the office awareness production work:

1. Juan Carlo Tejano

2. Adrian Audrey Baccay
3. Anna Czarina Mikael Isaguirre
4. Paulina Maria Parungao
5. Esther Joy Pasagui
6. Vince Ray Escarcha
7. Justine Peralta
8. Pia Caterina Vizcarra
9. Jay-Ar Alejandro

The PUB PAL report will be forwarded to the Secretariat & Logistics Committee for deliberations regarding
the sanction points.

Chairperson Javelosa then raised the topic regarding Sigma Delta Phi’s proposal to join their organization
networking website project, thatOrg.com. He then opened the table for the council members’ thoughts on the
proposal. Mr. Ramos expressed his agreement to join the project, rhetorically asking if the council had anything to
lose. To this, Mr. Eva also expressed his agreement since this project won’t conflict with the CSSPSC website and
would actually complement it. Ms. Dela Cruz then inquired if the status of the council will be as a pioneer
organization, should it agree to the proposal – to this, Chairperson Javelosa replied “yes, and we will be highly
obliged to invite other organizations.” He then disclosed to the body that his only hesitation for confirming with
the project was that the council maybe seen as having a bias towards the sorority. Ms. Dela Cruz then suggested
that should the body have any concerns with the said image of being biased, perhaps it would be better to join with
a normal status. Ms. Merilo expressed that the council is in need of the publicity that the opportunity offers. Mr.
Rosero then said that it wouldn’t be the sorority that the council will support, but the project it offers. Ms. Dela
Cruz then clarified that she was for becoming a pioneer member, but she just opened to the body the idea of the
alternative to become normal members. Chairperson Javelosa then asked if the body was amenable to becoming a
pioneer member, to which the body reached a consensual yes.

Mr. Baccay raised a concern regarding the office awareness exhibit, stating that he noticed that it’s not
noticeable as a project from the council. Chairperson Javelosa asked if a logo was placed in front. Ms. Merilo
replied that there was. Mr. Eva informed that the map of the campus didn’t have a logo, to this Chairperson
Javelosa instructed the committee to post a logo on the map.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the PUB Committee was given a round of
applause as its report closed at 7:18PM.

F. Committee on Tambayan
Chairperson Javelosa then gave the floor to Mr. Tejano in order for him to give an update on the Committee
on Tambayan. For the Talakatambs update, he reported that nine organizations have thus far been consulted.
Only four more organizations are needed to reach the 50% mark. Due to the small turn out of consulted
organizations, the committee requested that the deadline originally set - July 8, 2010 – be given two weeks
extension in order for it to consult even more organizations. Ms. Ogoshi inquired if the results so far can be
disclosed, to which Mr. Tejano replied that the committee cannot due to the fear of prompting a premature
discussion or conclusion.

Chairperson Javelosa then opened to the body the idea to allow the Committee on Tambayan a one-week
extension for the organizations’ consultations. Mr. Tejano then informed the body of the different problems
encountered with regards to the consultation of organizations: a significant number of the organizations have not
yet been consulted due to either their lack of response, lack of time to accommodate it during their general
assemblies, refusal to be consulted, or failure to update the committee as to when they can be consulted.

Mr. Rosero then inquired if UP Salin had been consulted, to which Mr. Tejano replied that they have not been
replying. Ms. Peralta then inquired as to how the organizations were being contacted for consultation, Mr. Tejano
replied that all of the organizations were either texted or personally approached and then strategically followed up
so as to prevent their being seen as a nuisance. Ms. Vizcarra reaffirmed this and expressed that the committee did
not fail in the following up of the organizations. Chairperson Javelosa then reminded the body that the committee
could not impose upon the organizations’ schedules and that they are only requested of their time.

Mr. Tejano then enumerated the organizations that have not yet been consulted thus far. They are as follows:

1. JPGS – UPD
2. UP SALIN
3. UP SALIGAN SA CSSP
4. UP CSA
5. UP BABAYLAN
6. UP ANTHROSOC
7. UP AGUMAN
8. UP PHI DELTA ALPHA SORORITY
9. UP PSYCHSOC
 10. UP BUKLOD CSSP
11. UP KALILAYAN
12. UP YFC
13. UP SAPUL
14. UP LIKAS
15. UP KMS
16. UP NAMNAMA
17. UP PHILOSOC
18. UP SIKAT
19. UP APSM

Mr. Tejano then added that of the nineteen remaining, four organizations would be consulted the following
day, namely: UP Sikat, UP LIKAS, UP Anthrosoc, and UP APSM.

Mr. Ramos then articulated his concern that, given the time constraint and the possible clashes of the
organizations’ GA schedules, perhaps one week would be too short in order for the committee to obtain as much
feedback as possible. He then suggested that perhaps a two week extension would be more practical and
beneficial. The house was divided as to how long the extension grant was to be, the results of which are as follows:

• One-week extension – 3 votes

• Two-week extension – 10 votes
• Abstain – the 3 members of the Committee on Tambayan

The results were in favor of granting the committee its two-week extension for consultation with the
organizations.

With regards to TAMBS UP, no student council had thus far replied.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the Committee on Tambayan was given a round
of applause as its report closed at 7:30PM.

III. Department Representative Reports

A. Anthropology Department
Mr. Escarcha reported on the Department Orientation that was held last June 29, 2010. He claimed that the
event was successful, with and attendance of 16 out of the expected 21 shiftees, transferees, and freshmen. To add
to that, the professors attended and the program was followed with the exception of the graduate program portion
and the 30-minutes time extension.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the Anthropology Department Representative
report ended at 7:32 PM with the body giving it a round of applause.

B. Geography Department
Mr. Javelosa called for updates from the Geography Dept.Rep. Pasagui, but due to class conflict she was not
able to attend this GA.

C. History Department
Mr. Javelosa then gave the floor to Ms. Dela Cruz who first reported that she had discovered that former
History Department Representative Andrew Parungao’s Historyador Yahoo group was no longer being used for
the purpose it was established for. Apparently, a number of people who were not History Majors have been
requesting membership for the said group for irrelevant purposes such as that of advertisement. In this light, Ms.
Dela Cruz will request Mr. Parungao that the group be deleted.
 Regarding the Department’s History Week, Ms. Dela Cruz updated that no final list of activities has yet been
given.

The next item on the agenda was KAS Online. The Facebook page was successfully launched last July 4, 2010,
and so far 62 people have become fans of it. Regarding this, Ms. Dela Cruz messaged the heads of the two history-
based organizations in order to set a meeting wherein they will discuss the guidelines for use of the online page.
However, the Supremo of UP KAS, Mr. Jason Prila, replied with multiple questions concerning the project such as
what KAS Online was and who approved its creation. Eventually, the conversation began to turn into a conflict
encompassing not just the online project, but also the membership makeup of the AngKas core group - which
includes Anthropology Major and UP LIKAS President Laya Diokno - as well as the integrity of Ms. Dela Cruz as
the History Department Representative. Ms. Dela Cruz stated that as witnessed by the body during previous
General Assemblies, in no way has she showed biases towards her organization. The reason why the AngKas Core
Group was composed of multiple UP LIKAS members was that they were the only ones who were consistently
responsive and attended the meetings as well as the elections, despite the text brigades being sent to the whole
History Student Body. Before accepting Ms. Diokno’s request to be a part of the AngKas Core Group, she had
consulted the request with the body, and the body raised no concern regarding this. Chairperson Javelosa added
that with regards to Mr. Prila’s concern of wanting to see the guidelines for Core Group membership, no such
document ever existed so as to prevent the Department Representatives from being constrained with regards to
their Core Group; Ms. Diokno, as the head of a History-based organization, is a valid stakeholder; also, which core
group any student wishes to help out is not for us to decide. To add to her defense, Ms. Dela Cruz stated that she
sends information and updates to both UP KAS and UP LIKAS simultaneously and that in no way was UP LIKAS
receiving additional benefits or attention as compared to UP KAS.

In order to settle the issue, Ms. Dela Cruz reported the she and Mr. Prila have agreed to meet with the History
Department Chairperson; though the time and date for the meeting has yet to be finalized. Due to the gravity of
offense that the conflict has brewed, Chairperson Javelosa will be present during the meetings regarding this
matter.

At this point, he reminded the Department Representatives that should they find themselves in a similar
situation, they should forward their concerns to him.

Note that at 7:40PM, Ms. Dela Cruz went out.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the History Department Representative report
ended at 7:40 PM with the body giving it a round of applause.

D. Linguistics Department
Mr. Rosero was given the floor next by Mr. Javelosa to give an update. According to him, the Linguistics
lanyard sale was going very well.

Note that at 7:42, Ms. Ogoshi went out.

Before ending the report, he shared that the paper presentation preparation is also doing well.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the Linguistics Department Representative
report ended at 7:42 PM with the body giving it a round of applause.

E. Philosophy Department
Mr. Javelosa then gave the floor to Ms. Favis who claimed that there were no updates from the Philosophy
department.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the Philosophy Department Representative
report ended at 7:42 PM with the body giving it a round of applause.

F. Political Science Department

 Mr. Javelosa then gave the floor to Ms. Padilla, but she was not present in this GA. She left notes on what she
had intended to report with Mr. Reyes. In turn, he read the contents of the notes to the body.

For the Thesis It, 43 out of expected 50 attended the event. There were positive feedbacks despite its delayed
start. Under points for improvement, Ms. Padilla stated that there should have been more publicity. Organization-
to-organization advertisements proved inadequate for such an event; however, there were no funds to be spared
for producing publication materials. In addition to that, one of the speakers had allegedly “walked out.” In
reaction to this, Chairperson Javelosa asked Mr. Reyes as to why this came to be, but Mr. Reyes said that the
reason was not stated in Ms. Padilla’s note.

Note that at 7:43 PM, Mr. Tejano went out.

Regarding the Lanyards, Ms. Padilla reported that 50 orders have already been placed.

Lastly, the Association of Political Science Organizations of the Philippines Convention and Miting De Avance
for officers would be held in PH 214-216 from 9:00AM to 12:00NN on July 10, 2010.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the Political Science Department Representative
report ended at 7:45 PM with the body giving it a round of applause.

G. Psychology Department
Ms. Vizcarra first reported that a meeting with the freshmen regarding KAPPistahan was held earlier that day.

Regarding the Psychology Bill forum, July 14, 2010 was the deadline for confirmation. It would also take place
on August 2, 2010 should the pending July 26, 2010 date be pushed.

The next topic discussed was on RePsychLE. Apparently, the core group had lacked the funds needed for the
materials involved; but on the other hand, one of the Psychedelics Core Group officers has committed to locating
affordable bins. Publicity materials are already done and ready for release once the bins have been secured.

Finally, the Ms. Vizcarra and Mr. Alejandro disclosed their problem regarding the Psychology lanyards. It
seems that majority of the psychology majors prefer to see the design first before placing an order; thus, this led to
a low 7-unit pre-order turn out. In reaction to this, they plan to hold a booth in the PHAn Lobby showcasing and
selling these lanyards instead.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the Psychology Department Representatives
report ended at 7:47 PM with the body giving it a round of applause.

H. Sociology Department
Note that at 7:47 PM, Ms. Dela Cruz went back in.

Ms. Peralta gave an update on the core group, which was recently reconvened. An assessment was made
regarding the core group, and they found out that there was lack of coordination. The Core Group shall be
reconvened on July 13, 2010 and a meeting with the organizations' executive committees would take place on July
20, 2010.

Regarding the Sociology Core Group’s income-generating projects, Ms. Peralta reported that nearly 40
lanyard orders have already been placed. Also, the core group was expressing interest in selling ballers in to
augment their funds.

Note that at 7:49 PM, Mr. Tejano went back in.

She then gave an update on the Philippine League of Sociology Students, stating that recruitment for the PLSS
is on-going. Also, she informed the body that all projects and Publicity Materials of the Sociology Core Group will
now be in cooperation with PLSS and will thus be recognized as so.
 For the Newsletter, Ms. Peralta reported that the deadline of publication has been moved to July 30, 2010.

Before ending the report, she gave an update to the body regarding Sarah Raymundo’s tenure, stating that it
has been withhold until the next Board of Regents meeting. Chairperson Javelosa then requested that the topic be
clarified because he was under the impression that she had already been given her tenure. Ms. Peralta explained
that a 5 to 1 vote in favor of the grant took place in the BOR, but due to multiple appeals from various deans, the
decision had to be discussed once again. She then commented that the whole issue was overly politicized.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the Sociology Department Representative report
ended at 7:52 PM with the body giving it a round of applause.

IV. CSSP Representative to the USC Report

The floor was then given to Mr. Tejano, who first gave updates on the University Student Council. During the
USC GA that took place two weeks before, the Committee on Culture and the Arts was formed, headed by the
incumbent CAL Representative.

Also, there was again another orientation invitation from the National Union of the Students of the
Philippines (NUSP).

The Mass Media Committee had recently released Oblation, the official newsletter of the USC.

For the Education and Research Committee, the ACRES website has already been set-up. Announcements
could be accessed through Facebook. July 10, 2010 is the deadline for the sending of the intent to participate in
the ACLE. For inquiries regarding this matter, he said that USC councilors Chorva and Duday could be asked
through their mobile numbers 09275893480 and 09172764347, respectively.

For gender awareness, a General Assembly for Gender Advocates entitled Gaga Galore would be held on July
9, 2010 at the Alcantara Hall, 5:30-7pm. Montie serves as the person in-charge on this matter and could be
reached through 09278217009. To this, Chairperson Javelosa questioned the purpose of this assembly. Mr.
Tejano clarified that this was not a feminist group and that it was on gender sensitivity Other than that, no other
information was provided. Also, all opportunities for the Leadership Training Seminars have already been
exhausted, so all organizations that were not able to attend these can no longer be recognized by the university.

Diliman games would start on July 19, 2010. On that note, the CHK Representative conducted a survey on
what the students have to say about the PE laboratory fees. So far, the results have not yet been published, but the
CHK Representative is now writing to the CHK Administration, Mr. Tejano reported.

The Freshie Week was scheduled on July 12-16, 2010. During which, a concert hosted by Chanel V entitled the
“Channel V Elective” will take place.

Regarding the recent string of fraternity-related violence, the Committee on Organizations, Fraternities, and
Sororities have already posted the Diliman Accord - according to which, a formal truce formed in the College of
Law has been formed, signed by the heads and a number of alumni from both Upsilon Sigma Phi and Sigma Rho
Fraternities. Mr. Tejano recounted the events that took place the past week and was as follows:

• June 24, 2010 – territorial problems between the two fraternities started brewing. Also, an encounter
on the AS Steps occurred wherein members of both fraternities began shouting at each other.
• June 26, 2010 – A student of the College of Music and a member or one of the fraternities was hit in
Intramuros. However, this incident is still unconfirmed to be frat-related.
• July 1, 2010 – A fraternity member’s car was mauled while it was still in motion. Also, Eric Pasion was
hit in Shakey’s Katipunan. Note that he had previously spearheaded the Gawad Kalinga House
Building Frat Wars project that was aimed at lessening the inter-fraternity friction.
 • July 2, 2010 – The formal truce was formed in the College of Law
• July 3, 2010 – Date of the Diliman Accord. Both fraternity heads promised a permanent truce. Mr.
Tejano assured that this was highly enforceable due to the reputations of the alumni who had signed
the truce.

As a final note on the matter, Mr. Tejano formally apologized to the body for his absence over the course of the
issue. He informed the body that in times of peace, fraternity members who are student leaders are not targets,
but during times of conflict, they are major targets who score the opponent fraternity large points once hit. He
then informed that they do keep score, but disclaimed that Upsilon Sigma Phi does not fight back through physical
means, but through legal means.

For Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Mr. Tejano requested Chairperson Javelosa if he could acquire the numbers for the text
brigades. Chairperson Javelosa then informed him that the purging of graduate students from the database

Mr Tejano then informed the body of the three nominees from the freshie circle for the position of the
CALLREP Representative, namely: Eufemio Agbayani Jr., Karla De Leon, and Darrel Magsambol.

To cap off the report, Mr. Tejano updated the body on his project “Tara, USC.” He reported that Aug 20, 2010
is the date for the party and August 28, 2010 is the date for VAMOS.

There being no further questions or concerns from the body, the CSSP Representative to the USC report
ended at 7:52 PM with the body giving it a round of applause.

V. Chairperson's Report
There was no update from the chairperson as stated by Mr. Javelosa, himself. He just reminded the
department representatives of the list of students who have graduated.

VI. Other Matters

Regarding the contact details, Ms. Peralta informed the body that the Sociology Core Group was unhappy with
the current set up and that they plan to create a version of the CSSP In-the-know for the Sociology Department.

Mr. Javelosa then took the floor to conduct a sort of workshop on how to compose letters for uniformity. The
official font of the council for letters is Georgia, the size of which may range from 9 to 10, depending on the need
to conserve space. The format to be used is Block Format, wherein there shall be no indentations or justification.
The first line of the letter must be the date, followed by two spaces, then the header, followed again by 2 spaces.
The greeting follows, with 2 spaces in between it and the body of the text. The body should compose the standard
introductory paragraph of the council, given that the recipient has not already been sent a letter with this before
hand. It also includes the project background, what we request of the recipient, and then the contact details of the
council member point person. This should be succeeded by 1 space, followed by the closing. Two spaces below the
closing, the signature areas follow. As a final note, he reminded the body to implicitly make the letter about the
recipient and how he or she will benefit from the request, all the while keeping it short and concise.

VII. Adjournment
After the letter-workshop, UP Naming Mahal was sung. The meeting was adjourned immediately afterward at
8:28 PM.

Prepared by:

Jay-Ar D. Alejandro
Psychology Department Representative
Checked by:

Dan Christian E. Ramos

Secretary-General

Noted by:

Ranulfo J. Javelosa III

Chairperson