Puntos: Solving Thieving Cases the Benguet Way

CULTURE Puntos: Solving Thieving Cases the Benguet Way by Ruby Sabado, The Mountain Collegian alumni / originally published as a development communication article in The Mountain Collegian Broadsheet Vol. 45, Issue 2 (October 2016 – January 2017) Benguet communities are not exempted from the increasing occurrence of stealing or thieving. Good thing to know, that […]

The Art of Igorot Nicknaming

CULTURE The Art of Igorot Nicknaming by Dine Yve Daganos, The Mountain Collegian Alumni | originally published as a development communication article in The Mountain Collegian Magazine Vol. 46, Issue 3 (November 2017 – December 2017) “Preserving Identity: The Art and Significance of Igorot Nicknaming” “Na-na-nan, ngadan mo et Toma-ak. (Tralala… Your name will be […]

Lias’ Cuisine: Efong, Kachew, Lenau… Anyone?

CULTURE Lias’ Cuisine: Efong, Kachew, Lenau… Anyone? By Daniel Jason Maches, The Mountain Collegian alumni / originally published as a development communication article in The Mountain Collegian Broadsheet Vol. 45, Issue 2 (October 2016 – January 2017) “Honoring the Departed with Respect and Reverence in Cordilleran Culture.” Photo by Daniel Jason Maches Lenau, intum… ever […]

Of Igorot Native Delicacies

CULTURE Of Igorot Native Delicacies by Suzette Joy Palantog Nowadays, modern food tend to dominate or influence the taste buds of customers. Like camotes and mashed potatoes are placed with burgers, potato fries and other commercially prepared food. But did you know that the said native delicacies and drinks are strikingly unique and healthy? Several […]

Wearing Our Culture: Use It Right!

CULTURE Wearing Our Culture: Use It Right! by Isabel Payangdo Cordilleran culture may be reflected in many ways, and it comes from a common passion: the promotion and protection of cultural integrity and identity of Igorots. Bearing the unsung stories of gallantry of the Cordilleran people and their love for the land, the colorful and […]

Celebrating Culture Through Community Dynamics

CULTURE Celebrating Culture Through Community Dynamics by Paul Joseph Nuval Cordilleran culture may be reflected in many ways, and it comes from a common passion: the promotion and protection of cultural integrity and identity of Igorots. When the village criers shout the start of a feast and holiday in the community, the young and old […]