Heraldo Filipino

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Type	Student publication
Format	Broadsheet, Tabloid, Newsletter, Magazine, Book (depending on publication)
Owner	Heraldo Filipino
Editor	Deofelyn C. Ocayo
Founded	June 1985
Headquarters	Room 213, Gregoria Montoya Hall, De La Salle University-Dasmariñas, Cavite, Philippines
Circulation	University-wide
ISSN	pending
Website: still ongoing construction

The Heraldo Filipino (HF) is the official student publication of De La Salle University-Dasmariñas (DLSU-D), Cavite, Philippines. It publishes news about on-campus events and issues concerning the Lasallian community.

Contents 1 History 2 Editorial policy 3 Publications 3.1 La Salleño 3.2 Just Play 3.3 Decreto 3.4 Palad 3.5 Alipato 3.6 Halalan 3.7 Other publications 4 Editorial board and staff 4.1 Editorial board 4.2 Editorial Boards from 2003-2006 4.2.1 Team XX (2005-2006) 4.2.2 Team XIX (2004-2005) 4.2.3 Team XVIII (2003-2004) 4.2.4 Team XVII (2002-2003) 4.3 Editorial staff 5 Awards received 6 Page design 6.1 Software used 6.2 Font sets 7 Notes 8 See also

[edit] History

Before the name Heraldo Filipino, the then Emilio Aguinaldo College's (EAC) official publication was known as the Magdalo. It released its first issue, with Laura Campos at the helm. She found a need for a publication, and fortunately, she also found potential from Physical Therapy students. It was regularly released twice every semester or four times a year. The topics then were light and positive, focusing on matters about the administration, events inside the campus, and other issues relevant to the students' interest.

In 1987, EAC and the De La Salle University System (DLSU) merged together to form DLSU-EAC. Because of this, Campos, who then became the Dean of Student Affairs, considered adopting a new name for the publication in order to distinguish it from the former EAC's publication. (EAC-Manila also used the name Magdalo for their publication.) A contest was held to give the publication a new name, but since nobody joined, Campos decided to name the publication Heraldo Filipino, in reference to a revolutionary newspaper released from 1898 to 1899 by the Philippine government under Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo. The new name was launched and effected in 1989.

[edit] Editorial policy

As a publication, HF adheres itself to responsible yet responsive journalism, as stated in the preamble of its editorial policy.

The Heraldo Filipino (HF) is the official student publication of De La Salle University- Dasmariñas. It is guided by the principles of responsible campus journalism, motivated by the Lasallian virtues, and called upon to serve the DLSU-D community by establishing a pronounced transformation constructive to the progress of the entire society.

As the voice of the students, the HF strives to provide essential information and promote analytical and reliable thinking for the students’ interest. As dedicated and vigilant Lasallians, the HF observes the values of Religio, Mores, and Cultura in efficient harmony with progressive and conscientious judgment.

The HF commits itself to the unwavering pursuit for the development of our academic community and nation by upholding our principles as student journalists.

[edit] Publications

HF releases at least seven publications catering to the students' interests. These include, but are not limited to:

• a broadsheet of the same name, released six times a year;
• La Salleño, a features magazine, released three to four times a year;
• Just Play, a sports magazine, released once to twice a year;
• Decreto, a news and investigative supplement, may or may not be released with the broadsheet;
• Palad, a literary digest, released once a year;
• Alipato, an art and photo folio, released once a year; and
• Halalan, a newsletter for the university elections, released during the campaign season.

Other publications may be released, depending on the situation and preference of the student body.

[edit] La Salleño

The first issue of La Salleño (LS) was published in 1993, initiated by Orlando Oliveros (editor in chief, 1993), as a supplement to the HF broadsheet. The purpose of the magazine was to separate serious and editorial articles from the features and literary articles. The name "La Salleño" was a combination of the words "La Salle" [in reference to DLSU-A (now DLSU-D) and "Caviteño" (a term for a Cavite local)].

[edit] Just Play

In May 2005, the maiden issue of HF's sports magazine, Just Play, was published. Spearheaded by John Paul Mari Abcede (sports editor, 2004-2005), it started with the analysis of the Patriots (the official athletic team of DLSU-D). On its second issue, it carried more news and features on sports and various events participated upon by the Patriots.

[edit] Decreto

Decreto is the news and investigative journal of HF. It is circulated in tabloid form, usually as a supplement of the broadsheet. It covers major social issues and investigative reports, and aims to encourage students to be updated on events around the country, in the perspective of their fellow students.

[edit] Palad

The literary digest, Palad, was actually planned even before LS came out. But it was only in 1993 when Palad was first published. Rosalea Macaspac (literary editor, 1993), spearheaded the release of its first issue. In her note in the digest, it reads: "Ang kahiwagaan ng palad ng bawat tao at sulak ng kanyang init—ito ang nagbibigay-buhay sa aming pagsilang" (The magic of every person's palm and the outburst of his/her soul—this gives life to our birth).

[edit] Alipato

Conceived in 2003 under the leadership of Jake Ofrasio (art editor, 2003-2004) and Emmanuel Cogama (photo coordinator, 2003-2004), HF's art and photo folio Alipato serves as a means to promote the visual and artistic talents of students. Though it is small in size (average size being 6" × 6"), the contents created a larger-than-life world.

[edit] Halalan

To keep the students updated during the university election season, HF introduced Halalan in February 2002. It became the official newsletter for the university elections, featuring election-related news. It gave the students an ideal hint of whom to vote for in the elections.

[edit] Other publications

Aside from the regular publications, HF also publishes special publications, in order to give students information on special events and campus events. Such publications include newsletters, pamphlets, and lampoon issues.

[edit] Editorial board and staff

[edit] Editorial board

The current members of HF's editorial board for the academic year 2006-2007 are:

• Deofelyn C. Ocayo (editor in chief)
• Jose Emmanuel H. Ramos (associate editor)
• Allan Mitz P. Arato (managing director)
• Tiffany Grace D. Pabalate (copy editor)
• Michael R. Sandig (office and circulations manager)
• Patricia Aurora M. Cruz (news editor)
• Hanna Corrine G. Salta (features editor)
• James Michael A. Chiong (sports editor)
• Manilyn M. Valdezco (literary editor)
• Raisa Marie M. Sindingan (art coordinator)^[1]
• Gerard Joseph Andrew C. Atienza (graphics designer)^[1][2]
• Jonas P. Sergio (photo coordinator)

They head HF's averaged 50-strong staff and their respective sections inside the publications.

[edit] Editorial Boards from 2003-2006

[edit] Team XX (2005-2006)

• Eric Nicole G. Salta (editor in chief)
• Mary Claire G. Mercado (associate editor)^[3]
• John Xavier B. Nepomuceno (managing editor)
• Alyssa E. Bautista (copy editor)
• Jaclyn Kate C. Mamon (office and circulations manager)
• Deofelyn C. Ocayo (news coordinator)^[4]
• Purple Chrystyl S. Romero (features editor)
• Tiffany Grace D. Pabalate (sports editor)^[5]
• Heidi B. Sarno (literary editor)
• Allan Mitz P. Arato (art and graphics coordinator)^[4]
• Jennifer R. Viceo (photo coordinator)

[edit] Team XIX (2004-2005)

• Paul Adraiene C. Membrebe (editor in chief)
• Joanna Paula M. Buenaventura (associate editor)^[6]
• Thomas Neil B. Wagan (managing editor)^[7]
• George-Edward A. Putong (copy editor)
• Julie Ann C. Dichosa (office and circulations manager)
• Mary Claire G. Mercado (news editor)
• Eric Nicole G. Salta (features editor)
• John Paul Mari J. Abcede (sports editor)^[8]
• Earl Vincent O. Octaviano (literary editor)^[9]
• Jose Antonio D. Goncero (art and graphics editor)^[5]
• John Ernie T. Reyes (photo editor)^[5]

[edit] Team XVIII (2003-2004)

• Chiqui M. Amancio (editor in chief)^[10]
• Julie Ann J. Gatchalian (associate editor)
• Joyce Fler G. Reyes (managing editor)
• Rodolfo G. Apolo, Jr. (copy editor)^[11]
• Edwina T. Clorina (office and circulations manager)
• Cristina Angela Gracia J. Soriano (news editor)^[12][13]
• Marthy A. Angue (features editor)^[14]
• Paul Adraiene C. Membrebe (sports editor)^[13]
• Raquel B. Teves (literary editor)^[15]
• Jake G. Ofrasio (art editor)
• Emmanuel C. Cogama (photo coordinator)

[edit] Team XVII (2002-2003)

• Chiqui M. Amancio (editor in chief)^[16]
• Randee Rainier P. Calderon (associate editor)^[17]
• Eric James A. Sarmiento (managing editor)
• Rodolfo G. Apolo, Jr. (copy editor)^[18]
• Maria Charmaine Y. Dumalo (office and circulations manager)
• Cristina Angela Gracia J. Soriano (news coordinator)^[19][20]
• Marthy A. Angue (features editor)
• Julie Ann J. Gatchalian (sports editor)^[20]
• Raquel B. Teves (literary editor)
• Jay M. Fulgencio (art editor)
• Raissa S. Hapin (photo editor)

[edit] Editorial staff

The editorial staff perform their tasks for their respective sections, as well as perform any other tasks assigned to them by the editorial board.

• Apprentices – are usually new members of HF. They have passed the entrance examinations given by the editorial board, as well as a panel interview.
• Junior staff – are staff that have passed or exceeded the prescribed requirements of the editorial board necessary for retention. They serve to head the apprentices in their tasks, and are entitled to certain benefits, such as scholarships.
• Senior staff – are junior staff that have further passed or exceeded the prescribed requirements of the editorial board necessary for retention. Although they are entitled to assist their respective editors, and to more benefits than junior staff and apprentices (in terms of scholarships), they have very limited editorial powers, and only when they are given due permission by by their respective editors.

[edit] Awards received

As a member of the College Editors Guild of the Philippines (CEGP), HF joins in contests brought about by the said organization, and the publication was also able to bag a hefty amount of awards in the past years.

In school year 1997 to 1998, HF showed off its stuff in the 5th Regional Tertiary Schools Press Conference, winning awards such as the Best Editorial Page, Best in Page Design/Layout, and First Place in Editorial Cartooning English division in the broadsheet.

Setting off from a great start, in came another competition, this time in the 8th Regional Higher Education Press Conference in Sariaya, Quezon and from here, six awards, five of it given to the HF broadsheet, first being 4th place in Best School Paper of the Year, 2nd place in Best Cover Design, 1st Place in Best Editorial Page, and 3rd place in Best News Page and Best in Layout/Page Design. LS won 3rd place in Best Magazine.

By 2003, HF won in the 2nd Luzonwide Higher Education Press Conference, held in University of the Philippines, Los Baños, where HF, LS, and Palad won a total of 11 major awards in their respective categories. These include Best News, Editorial, Feature/Literary Pages, and Best Page Design. LS won Best Cover Design, Best News Page, 2nd Best Sports Page, 3rd Best Development Communication and Fearures Pages, and 3rd Best Page Design. Palad won 3rd Best Page Design.

On the same year, the official student publication also competed in the 63rd National Student Press Convention by CEGP, held in Sinait, Ilocos Sur, where it achieved two of the Gawad Ernesto Rodriguez Jr. Awards, Best Broadsheet Award, and Palad winning the Best Literary Folio.

[edit] Page design

[edit] Software used

When HF first used desktop publishing, it used Adobe PageMaker as its principal layout software. In 2006, however, it shifted to Adobe InDesign.

[edit] Font sets

The Heraldo Filipino broadsheet (and such related publications as Halalan, Decreto, express, etc.) uses the Segoe and Gallery (a variant of Garamond) fonts for its text. Also, HF uses Segoe as its corporate font. Other publications, however, use different font sets, which are subject to change every volume.

[edit] Notes

1. ^ ^{a b} On the school year 2006-2007, the Art and Graphics section split into two sections, having different functions in the publication.
2. ^ Is currently the first to hold the post of graphics designer.
3. ^ Became associate editor from the start of the first semester of AY 2005-2006, but resigned in the middle of the second semester due to health concerns.
4. ^ ^{a b} Was coordinator upon assumption of post; was upgraded to editor.
5. ^ ^{a b c} Was editor upon assumption of post, but demoted to coordinator.
6. ^ Was associate editor upon assumption of post, but was demoted to assistant editor. Reassumed associate editor status on the latter time of the year.
7. ^ Was managing editor upon assumption of post, but was demoted to administrative officer at the start of the second semester; resigned in the middle of the second semester due to academic concerns.
8. ^ Was editor upon assumption of post, but was demoted to coordinator. Reassumed editor status on the latter time of the year.
9. ^ Forced resigned in the middle of the first semester. Heidi B. Sarno replaced him as literary coordinator.
10. ^ Second term as editor in chief.
11. ^ Resigned in the middle of the first semester.
12. ^ Assumed the position after first resignation, but resigned again in the middle of the first semester.
13. ^ ^{a b} Paul Adraiene C. Membrebe assumed the post of sports editor at the start of the year, and also held the news section upon Soriano's resignation. On the second semester, he was replaced by John Paul Mari J. Abcede as sports coordinator. Thus, Membrebe held the post of news editor for the said semester.
14. ^ Second term as features editor; resigned in the middle of the first semester, and was replaced by Joanna Paula M. Buenaventura as features coordinator.
15. ^ Second term as literary editor; resigned in the middle of the second semester. Earl Vincent O. Octaviano replaced her as literary coordinator.
16. ^ Was the first non-previous editor to hold this position; she was a senior staff prior to her assumption of her post.
17. ^ Did not complete his post as associate editor. Due to this, there was no associate editor for the rest of the year.
18. ^ Became acting copy editor in the second issue; became copy editor in the fourth issue.
19. ^ Assumed the position as acting news coordinator, then became news coordinator in the fourth issue. She resigned in the middle of the school year.
20. ^ ^{a b} Julie Ann J. Gatchalian assumed the post of sports editor at the start of the year, and also held the news section upon Soriano's resignation.

[edit] See also

• De La Salle University-Dasmariñas