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Tolentine Star is the official student publication of the University of Negros Occidental - Recoletos, Inc. Ashraf Khater, ChE, MEnE

Editorial Staff 2026-2027

𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐁𝐎𝐀𝐑𝐃

John Renz Delim
Editor-in-Chief

Elnie Anjelie Flores
Associate Editor

Arben Jeyk Da-anoy
Managing Editor for Finance

Amiel John Orciada
Managing Editor for Human Resource

𝐃𝐄𝐒𝐊 𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐒

Stephanie Gaston
Newspaper Editor

Nicole Zamora Guboc
Magazine Editor

Rhyza Glen Fornolles
Literary Folio Editor

𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐒

Jan Daniel Biñas
Multimedia Editor

Melissa Gequillana
Online Content Editor

Ayesha Mikyllah Mayang
Graphics Editor

O'Neil Miguel Iguidez
Layout Editor

𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐒
Ivana Isabel Bañas
Czarina Gayle Constantino
Alfred Rivera

𝐋𝐀𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐒
Lorelie Tomolin

𝐇𝐔𝐌𝐀𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐂𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓
Kaye Eunice Lamera, RSW

𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓
Alyssa Marie Arceño

𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐄𝐑
Engr.

30/10/2026

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦. The Office of the University President released a series of reminders outlining upcoming holidays and class arrangements, Oct. 30.

- November 1: All Saints’ Day
- November 2: All Souls’ Day
- November 3-4: Classes in all levels will shift to the online learning modality.
- November 5: Classes are suspended in observance of Negros Day.

30/10/2026

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗗 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗘. Student delegates took part in discussions and diplomatic exchanges to broaden global awareness and develop diplomatic skills during the Model United Nations at the University Moot Court, Oct. 30.

"You are not here to just speak, you are here to be heard. To speak with courage and listen with respect, and lead with empathy," UNO-R Supreme Student Government Undersecretary for Student Skills and Development Louise Avril Sarmiento said.

Moreover, the conference centered its discussions on Sustainable Development Goals 10 and 16, allowing delegates to address social inequalities and promote justice through diplomatic discourse.

written by Edhnice Jan Fernandez
photos by James Horace Baguna

30/10/2026

𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗗 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗘. The Society of Agriculture Students and the Agriculture Department reaffirmed its commitment to animal welfare through a feeding initiative for stray animals at Libertad Public Market, Oct. 30.

"We simply want to help stray animals through small acts like feeding them. It may seem little to us, but it means a lot to those who struggle to find food," Society of Agriculture Students Assistant Secretary for Documentation Faye Reliquias said.

Furthermore, the initiative is an annual tradition held in observance of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and ecology.

written by Cielo Dormitorio
photos by Ma. Lorelie Tomolin

30/10/2026

𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦. The Office of the University President announced the suspension of classes in all levels effective 1:00 p.m. today, Oct. 30.

Meanwhile, classes in all levels will remain suspended tomorrow, October 31, except for the Recoletos de Bacolod Graduate School for their PACUCOA Reaccreditation Visit.

29/10/2026

𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗗𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦. Presidents, vice presidents, and student representatives from academic and non-academic organizations gathered to establish priorities and coordinate initiatives for the academic year during the Campus Organization Federation (COF) general assembly at the Engineering Audio Visual Room, Oct. 29.

“The COF should serve as a watchdog to its counterpart, the UNORSSG. This first-ever general assembly demonstrates our commitment to serving students by organization's plans, determining students' needs, and discussion of important matters,” COF President VJ Apacible said.

Moreover, the assembly featured discussions on proposed agendas, programs, and resolutions to guide the federation’s initiatives for this academic year.

written by Rej Gerard Pineda
photos by Avril Laviña, Wilhem Trasmonte, and Rej Gerard Pineda

29/10/2026

𝗡𝗨𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦. The UNO-R Supreme Student Government (UNORSSG), in partnership with the Bacolod Animal Chance and Hope (BACH) Project PH, conducted a seminar on responsible pet ownership and understanding animal body language at the University Park, Oct. 29.

“The focus of the seminar was to awaken the advocate within the students here in UNO-R […] Our focus here is not only to educate, inspire, motivate, but also to remind people that animal welfare is human welfare,” BACH Project PH volunteer coordinator Maebell Francis Giron said.

Furthermore, the UNORSSG and BACH Project PH signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen their partnership and promote animal welfare within the university.

written by Jeri Mae Terry
photos by Niel Grace De Veyra

29/10/2026

𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗗 𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗧𝗛. The Recoleto community concluded its month-long observance of the Holy Rosary with a Eucharistic Celebration at the University Park, Oct. 29.

“Always pray the Hail Mary and the Rosary because through these prayers, we renew our consecration—not only today, but everytime we pray the prayer of Mary,” concelebrating priest Rev. Fr. Leander Barrot, OAR, said.

Moreover, the celebration also commemorated the centenary of the Order of Augustinian Recollects’ consecration to the Blessed Virgin Mary, alongside the university’s consecration to Nuestra Señora de la Salud.

written by Zack Ezekiel Oraiz and Jeri Mae Terry
photos by Wilhem Trasmonte

28/10/2026

𝗥𝗘𝗙𝗨𝗟𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦. To celebrate and embrace individuality, the UNO-R Supreme Student Government organized HUE KNOWS, fostering an inclusive Recoleto environment at the Engineering Audio Visual Room, Oct. 28.

“Everyone has a different personalities and identities that they own, so we want them to embrace who they are, we want them to own their identity, and we want to show them that UNO-R is a safe space,” HUE KNOWS Project Lead Mikaela Jae Lagumbay said.

Moreover, the program featured different activities, including a flower arrangement workshop and seminars on women empowerment and LGBTQIA+ awareness.

written by Reshyl Rein Colonia
photos by Lorelie Tomolin

27/10/2026

𝗙𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗬. To equip students with immediate psychological support skills, the UNO-R Supreme Student Government, together with the Psychology Society and Peer Facilitators' Organization organized a Psychological First Aid Symposium at the University Little Theater, Oct. 27.

"We need to remember to fill ourselves with love and care first before extending them to others, so we do not end up draining ourselves,” project lead Jacqueline Rosatace said.

Moreover, the discussion emphasized the importance of cultivating safe spaces within the university, encouraging students to support one another through empathetic listening and understanding.

written by Edhnice Jan Fernandez
photos by O’Neil Miguel Iguidez

27/10/2026

𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗖 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘. Students from the College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE) expressed their artistic and literary flair during CRIMINOLIKHA 2026 at the University Auditorium, Oct. 27.

“This is memorable because it is our first major event. It allowed us to showcase the talents of the students for them to use in the upcoming University Week and provided an opportunity for upper-year and lower-year students to interact with one another,” CCJE Governor Mishie Allthea Nobleza said.

Moreover, the winners are set to represent CCJE in the upcoming University Week 2026.

written by Rej Gerard Pineda
photos by Zack Ezekiel Oraiz

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