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Jhon Neil Barrun ...is to stay and heal one's soul stop and breathe, it’s not time to go The months are numbered the days are through the year is ending look how far we've managed to endure candles and fragrant flowers are steady like ice, the breeze gets chilly bus ports and terminals are busy pillows and long night sleeps are waiting The rested have slept for ages ours is yet to come for our physical bodies became wasted to rest is our way to become Days of remembering the fallen is numbered, honor the stories they've left For us to cherish ours, rejuvenate the living flesh For long we've fought our battles the time to repose is best Enjoy and remember, live and loosen up Hush now, my dear, lay down and rest.

Jhannah Soriano Sumapit na ang uwian Bumalik akong gumagapang Pamilya ko, wag kayong magluksa Ang burol ko'y Ihahanda Ang kabaong hindi mahintay, nakalatay Sa aking kwarto Lumaban ako ng walang tulog (o ligo) Nangangamoy patay Nangangamoy tagumpay! Sa ngayon, hayaan ang sariling gumuho Malibing sa ilalim ng mga kumot Diwa ko rin ay maghihilom Saka na muna Saka na muna babangon

107 out of 137 Thomasians made it to the cut in the October 2018 Electronics Engineering licensure exam recording a passing rate of 79.26-percent. A 2.26-percent drop from last year’s 81.51-percent. Daniel Dilag Cabrales from Technological University of the Philippines-Manila took the top spot with 92-percent. Followed by Justine Arciga of Holy Angel University and Youki Matsumoto of University of the East Manila, with 90.30 and 90.20-percent, respectively. The University of the Philippines-Diliman triumphed with a 98-percent passing rate making the state university the sole top performing school for the ECE board exams. UST second top performing school in ECT boards The University of Santo Tomas recorded a 97.70-percent in the Electronics Technician (ECT) Board Exam, placing the university second in the top performing school. 85 out of 87 Thomasians passed the exam, a 2.3-percent drop from last year’s record of 100-percent wherein 78 examinees succeeded. The Polytechnic University of the Philippines- Sta. Mesa conquered the top spot with 98.30-percent followed by UST and TUP-Visayas, registering 97.70 and 97.18-percent, respectively. Allen Atienza

UST Faculty of Engineering hosted for the first time the Undergraduate Engineering Design Contest (UEDC) last October 19, 2018 held at the Engineering Conference Hall. UEDC is one of the events of the Fourth International Conference on Engineering Education Philippines (ICEE-Phil 2018). The competition, which is held every two years, is organized by the Philippine Association of Engineering Schools, Inc. (PAES). Prof. Philipina A. Marcelo, PhD, President of PAES, led the opening remarks. She stated that one of the most important undertaking of PAES over the last few years has been assisting its member schools in implementing the Outcome-Based Education (OBE). PAES has also set out in expanding its activities, such as the biennial design contest. This includes the direct participation of engineering students to improve their design thinking, creativity, and complex problem-solving skills. This year's theme is "Facing the Challenges of Industry 4.0". Industry 4.0 is the combination of computer and automation in relation to industrialization, wherein machines are self-monitoring in performing tasks with the help of robotics and algorithm. The design contest also promotes technopreneurship wherein students are encouraged to create practical engineering solutions to problems that can be used for commercialization. Out of 13 entries, only five were chosen for the final round of the said contest. The participating schools for the final round were Technological University of the Philippines - Manila (TUP-Manila), Adamson University (AdU), De La Salle University (DLSU), and Technological Institute of the Philippines - Manila (TIP-Manila). Two entries came from Adamson University. Entries were judged based on their novelty, feasibility, reliability, and significance. Students from De La Salle University bagged the highest prize for their entry, “AKIBAT: Development of a Telepresence Robot with Integration of a General Practice Medical Consultation Module”. AKIBAT is an integrated design of robotics and web-based application, which enhances teleconsultation between doctors, nurses, and patients in remote areas. Technological University of the Philippines – Manila and Technological Institute of the Philippines – Manila placed second and third, respectively. TUP-Manila’s entry, “Development of an Automated Estrus Detection for Dairy Cows Using Image Recognition with Notification System Using GSM Module”, focuses on improving the reproduction of dairy cows using precise estrus monitoring. TIP-Manila’s entry, “Response Aerial Vehicle for Emergency Notch (R.A.V.E.N.)”, aims to improve data mapping and assessment for rescue responses using an AI-powered drone. TIP-Manila’s College of Engineering & Architecture Dean Florante Magnaye led the closing remarks, stating PAES’ plan for the design contest to be held annually. Kurt Alec Mira

The UST Electrical Engineering Department, in partnership with the IIEE – Council of Student Chapters (IIEE – CSC) and Electrical Engineering Circuit (EEC) hosted the 14th Regional Student Conference at the UST seminary gym last September 27-28, 2018. The event was attended by electrical engineering students from different schools in Metro Manila. The first day of the event featured a series of technical seminars from industry experts. The first speaker, Engr. Joemark F. Yangag- Senior Project Engineer of Coulomb Energy Technick, Inc, gave a talk entitled “Automation: An Innovative Approach in the Field of Electrical Engineering.” Engr. Efren D. Sarmienta discussed the importance of Electrical Engineering in the construction industry with his talk entitled “Value Electrical in Engineering Construction.” Engr. Mark C. Manjares discussed the proper designing of grounding system. Manjares cited provisions in the Philippine Electrical Code and incorporated his own experiences in the field in discussing the topic. Engr. Gerard Rizardo tackled the importance of communication in his talk entitled “Communication: Gateway for Understanding”. He said that communication is essential to deliver results and ensure safety especially for engineers. Lastly, Engr. Virgilio Luzares talked about an upcoming trend in green engineering called net metering. Luzares emphasized the importance of net metering especially with the rise of renewable energy sources . The second day of the event started with the opening remarks of the UST EE department chair of and the first president of the IIEE – CSC, Engr. Raymond Marquez. Marquez wished the quizzers good luck and challenged the students to bring pride to their respective schools. The main event of the 14th RSCON was the 32nd Regional quiz show and 18th Regional Math Wizard wherein quizzers from Metro Manila schools battled their wits out in Electrical engineering and mathematics subjects to gain a spot in the national quiz show. The Strength and Pride of the Electrical Engineering (SPEED), the official quiz team of the EE department, failed to secure a spot in the top 3 placing 5th in both competitions. Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Valenzuela dominated the Regional Math Wizard and Regional Quiz Show. The two-day event concluded with the awarding of certificates to the board of judges and all the participants. Jason Patacsil

Five Mechanical Engineering (ME) seniors won at the Jollibee Farmer Entrepreneurship Program (FEP) Youth Challenge last August 29, 2018. Arnel Dungo, Tedheus Danao, Roland Lim, Sebastian Ocampo, and Lanz Saludares, under the supervision of Engr. Christopher Isaac Razo and their faculty coach Engr. Rogelio Vicente, Jr. submitted their entry called “Bigasikleta”. Bigasikleta is a rice milling machine that could replace the traditional way of rice dehusking. The prototype is brought to Sitio Apia in Antipolo City, Rizal since it is one of the most challenged communities due to insufficient supply of electricity and poor access roads. The team wanted to address the community’s lack of mechanization through the application of their knowledge on machine design and fabrication. Bigasikleta is powered by human pedaling designed to dehusk and winnow rice paddies. The machine was able to produce approximately 92% of well-milled rice same as the commercial rice-milling machines. “We are innovators and there is a real world waiting for us […] We’ve learned the value of competence. […] We must provide our partner community the best product despite the limited time we’ve got,” according to the team. Two other entries from University of San Carlos-Cebu also won in the said competition. Jollibee FEP Youth Challenge is an interschool competition organized by the Jollibee Group Foundation that aims to improve small farmers income by providing trainings to increase the farmers productivity and gain skills in enterprise management. The project started last May 2017 and ended on August 2018. Awarding of the Jollibee FEP Youth Challenge will be on November 6, 2018. Revelation C. Gan

by: John Anthony Yumul The Department of Transportation (DOTr) Railways sector has been taking action to the mass transport system. Through the Duterte administration’s Build Build Build (BBB) Program, it plans to increase the railway network from 77 to 1,900 km by 2022. The problem facing the project is the Philippines limited resources and experience in building and maintaining railways in which most of the labor comes from foreign contractors. To address the current issue, the BBB program and the DOTr will be partnering with Technical Learning Institutions (universities, colleges, and technical-vocational schools) to produce qualified professionals in railway management and engineering. The main goal of the program is to establish an association composed of the participating Engineering Universities and Colleges through their representatives to the DOTr. It was suggested that Dr. Manuel M. Muhi, Dean of the College of Engineering in the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) will lead the group since PUP has an establish railway program and offers BS Railway Engineering. Under the general plan of action of the DOTr, they will be providing up to date learning materials and facilitate workshops and seminars to be attended by representative of the TLIs. Qualified employees will be allowed to teach (part-time) and as well to give talks and seminars. The DOTr and the partner Universities will also promote amongst students, careers in the railway industry and provide on the job (OJT) trainings with cooperation of the DOTr. Currently the Philippines has approximately 80 kilometers of operational railway. The LRT 1 project started in 1981 and was completed in 1984, while, the LRT 2 started in 1997 and was completed in 2004. In 1960, the MRT 3 started and after being privatized and completed, became operational in 2000. Yet the railway network of the Philippines has been in rapid decline and is much to the dismay of the Filipino commuters. The University of Santo Tomas (UST) Faculty of Engineering is one of the partner Universities. DOTr is currently having a lecture series for faculty professors of these partnered colleges which will serve as an introduction to the railway industry. The plans of DOTr and partnered Universities is still on process and the agreed association is yet to be established. Further details are to be followed. Image source: http://dotr.gov.ph

1. Bisala para sa matandang propesor nang makita ang isang grupo sa kalye hawak ang mga kartel: panimdim sa mata ang awit ng pagtutol dahil hindi pang-akademya’t statistiko, hindi nauugnay sa merkado. 2. Sa plataporma, kita niya sa mukha ng mga bata ang labas-pasok na panayam, nais linisin ang pang-araw-araw na trahedya’t abuso sa tungkulin— pangarap mapagtantao ang hubad na kasangkapan ng estado’t deribatibo ng produksyon mula kanluran. 3. Bitag ang akalain sila na bihasa sa akademiko ng unang mundo ang hindi estranghero. - Badiou

by: Irizz Jade Ejanda and Revelation Gan Senior Chemical Engineering (ChE) students presented the reports of their industry immersion and internships to the 4th year ChE students, last September 7, 2018 at the Engineering Conference Hall. The reports included the companies’ profiles, the processes inside their field of study, and the students’ field work, projects, experiences and hands-on learnings during the special term of the academic year 2017 to 2018. Based on the presentations, the immersions engaged the students to the real-time vocation practices and came away with relevant competencies. The UST Chemical Engineering department’s partner companies were the Phoenix Petroleum, Emerson, Salinas, Pampanga’s Best, Petron, Asia Brewery, JGC Philippines, Universal Robina Company, Rebisco; and with the recent forged partnership, the Fresh n’ Famous Inc. – Chowking, which is a subsidiary of the Jollibee Foods Corporation. The event aims to encourage the 4th year students in their upcoming on-the-job training in the next special term, and to bridge the gap between the prospects of the industry and thee students. The next industry immersion presentation will be held on October 5, 2018 at the Engineering Conference Hall.

The UST Network of Electronics and Communications Engineering Students (NECES) held its annual general assembly entitled “The Great Gala: the Grand ECE Acquaintance Party and Induction Ball 2018” at the Palacio de Manila, Sept. 23, Sunday. Spearheaded by Caitlin Cabreros and Angelo Pena NECES' Vice President and Assistant Vice President for Public Affairs , respectively, the project aims to to create an avenue for the community to socialize . "To celebrate greatness, we've come up with the theme The Great Gala in order to showcase the greatness of the ECE department. The theme was also inspired from the 2013 romance film The Great Gatsby," according to Pena. With the presence of Asst. Prof. Ma. Luisa Asilo and Asst. Prof Albert Acosta, the newly elected NECES executive board together with the organization and class officers pledged in an oath taking. NECES President, Dither Nabor, presented the projects of the organization for this academic year. One of which is the upcoming plebiscite which aims to revise the NECES Constitution. Guest bands Where’s Ramona and Over October serenaded the students through the night. Performances from RJ45, Graycode, BiBo and Jamwell were also witnessed at the Palacio. The night ended as the students jammed along with the ECE bands. John Anthony Yumul

Written by: Michael A. Dunuan | A thesis on autonomy technology by the fifth year UST Mechanical Engineering students, under the guidance of Engr. Anthony James Bautista, PhD, was featured in the annual FutureRice Program’s Lakbay Palay in the Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija last September 12 to 13, 2018. The team of Tedheus Eigyef Danao, Sean Michole Geronimo, Fredrick Nario, and John Lester Torres demonstrated their autonomously controlled hand tractor among farmers and agricultural engineers. They shared that their project was one of the most successful demonstrations of its kind in the said program. The prototype gained mixed emotions among the stakeholders. Engineers and agriculturists were enthusiastic about the tractor. Engr. Roger Barroga, head of the information systems division, was also happy with the outcome. However, the farmers worried that they would lose their jobs but Danao explained that their jobs will only be displaced. “Displaced, mapapalitan, imbis na sila ‘yung nagsasaka ‘don sa bukid, sila ‘yung nagkokontrol sa robot na nagsasaka ‘don sa bukid”, Danao further explained. To dispel their apprehensions, Danao suggested that farmers will undergo a series of training and seminars to equip them with the knowledge and skills in managing the tractors. Nevertheless, the people were hopeful that the program will soon be implemented. Even the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) offered its research facilities for the improvement and testing of the tractor. Earlier on August 23, Engr. Alexis Belonio and Dr. Jasper Tallada, PhilRice resident researcher, together with other researchers and agriculturists visited the University to assess the actual tractor. Engr. Bautista has high hopes that the technology applied by the tractor will soon interest government agencies such as the PhilRice and Department of Science and Technology (DOST). Their thesis is entitled Development of Autonomous Platform on a Low Cost Handtractor.

Written by: Kevin Glenn L. Yee | The University of Glasgow (UoG), based on Scotland, and the University of Santo Tomas (UST) have agreed to forge international links and academic cooperation last September 11, 2018. Prof. Philipina A. Marcelo, PhD, the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, met with Prof. Frank Coton, Ph.D., Vice-Principal (Academic & Educational Innovation), and Prof. Trevor Hoey, Ph.D., TNE Director (School of Geographical and Earth Sciences), of the UoG at the Rector’s Hall in UST’s Main Building to discuss the contents of the Memorandum of Understanding for the proposed establishment of academic cooperation between the universities. The agreed Memorandum of Understanding states that its purpose is to “develop academic and educational co-operation and to promote mutual understanding between the two Parties.” This includes, but not limited to, the exchange of academic and administrative staff, students, and of information and materials that may provide significant boosts in the various fields of both academes, and a pool of scholarships that benefits both the postgraduate and undergraduate institutions. Asst. Prof. Michael Francis D. Benjamin, PhD, Assoc. Prof. Angelo R. dela Cruz, PhD, PECE, Engr. Mark Emile H. Punzalan, Engr. Christopher Isaac L. Razo, and Engr. Angelo Ildefonso Valte, III, MBA have also joined the said meeting. The two universities had been in contact since July 2015, where UST sent a delegation to University of Glasgow – Singapore to discuss opportunities for collaborations, and then followed by UoG’s visit to UST on the 4th of September of the same year. Engr. Christopher Isaac L. Razo of the Mechanical Engineering department became a Visiting Researcher in the University of Glasgow – Singapore last February 2016. The Memorandum has yet to be signed, but have received the approval of both parties.