From Ato to Coffee Shops
CULTURE From Ato to Coffee Shops by Crislyn Balangen, The Mountain Collegian Alumni | Originally published as a development communication article in The Mountain Collegian Magazine Vol. 39, Issue 3 (December 2010 – February 2011) “Exploring Indigenous Flavors: Rediscovering the Uniqueness and Health Benefits of Native Delicacies and Beverages” Decision-making before the turn of the […]
Sangadil: an Indigenous Practice of Honoring the Dead
CULTURE Sangadil: an Indigenous Practice of Honoring the Dead by Dine Yve Daganos, The Mountain Collegian Alumni | Originally published as a development communication article in The Mountain Collegian Magazine Vol. 48, Issue 1 (August 2019 – November 2019) “Honoring the Departed with Respect and Reverence in Cordilleran Culture.” Illustrated by MC Alumnus Wilmar Tawana […]
Dap-ay: The Multipurpose Hub
CULTURE Dap-ay: The Multipurpose Hub by Erwin John Taborda, The Mountain Collegian Alumni | Originally published as a Development Communication article in The Mountain Collegian Broadsheet Vol. 44, Issue 1 (July – October 2015) “Honoring the Departed with Respect and Reverence in Cordilleran Culture.” People have their practices to be proud of. Yet, some would […]
Sapata: More Than a Sacred Oath
CULTURE Sapata: More Than a Sacred Oath by Rose Dagupen, The Mountain Collegian alumnA “In the rhythmic cadence of sapata, the echoes of ancestors resonate, a testament to the enduring legacy of justice in the heart of Sadanga.” All eyes were on him. All minds seemed to declare one judgment towards the accused – guilty […]
Cordilleran Tattoos on the Brink of Oblivion
CULTURE Cordilleran Tattoos on the Brink of Oblivion by Karlston Lapniten, The Mountain Collegian Alumni | Originally published as a development communication article in The Mountain Collegian Magazine Vol. 39, Issue 3 (December 2010 – February 2011) Kabunian did not only bless Cordillerans with exquisite culture but with exceptional talents and skills as well. The […]
Tongtongan ed Bakun: Empowering Indigenous Communities through Conflict Resolution
CULTURE Tongtongan ed Bakun: Empowering Indigenous Communities through Conflict Resolution BY Isabel Trisha Payangdo Illustration by: Brejay Adrian Estoesta In an unstable world gripped by the defects of human nature, it is a wondrous thing when rumors of unnecessary wars get toned down to a mere discussion just by simply gathering around over warm fire […]
Hinagpis ng Nakaraan: Himig na Dumadaloy sa Bawat Tono ng Kasalukuyan
CULTURE Hinagpis ng Nakaraan: Himig na Dumadaloy sa Bawat Tono ng Kasalukuyan BY Aubrey Mendegorin Isa na ata ang dulang Macli-ing sa pinagusapang teatro noong nakaraang taon sa buong rehiyon hindi lang dahil karamihan sa mga aktor na gumanap ay Kordilleran, ngunit naging daan din ito upang mabuksan ang pahina ng nakaraan. Hango sa obra […]
Basabas: A Wish for Blessings among the Kankanaeys
CULTURE Basabas: A Wish for Blessings among the Kankanaeys by Ronaline Canute, The Mountain Collegian Alumni | Originally published development as a communication article in The Mountain Collegian Broadsheet Vol. 46, Issue 2 (October 2017 – November 2017) “Hindi sa tala sa langit, kundi sa buwang nakasilip ibigay ang hiling ng matang nakapikit…” Illustrated by: […]
Hangbo: The Kalanguya Way to Call for Fortune
CULTURE Hangbo: The Kalanguya Way to Call for Fortune by Dine Yve Daganos, The Mountain Collegian Alumni | Originally published as a Development Communication article in The Mountain Collegian Tabloid Vol. 46, Issue 3 (August 2018 – October 2018) Illustrated by : MC Alumnus Jonel Bacayang Have you ever dreamt of attending a funeral, then […]
Makibaa: Stories of Intergenerational Baas
CULTURE Makibaa: Stories of Intergenerational Baas by Karen Gayang, The Mountain Collegian alumni / originally published as a development communication article in The Mountain Collegian Magazine Vol. 48, Issue 1 (August 2019 – December 2019) “Memorable and enriching encounters with foster families, classmates, teachers, and neighbors”, are the advantages of the baa or the makibaa […]