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    An analysis of BMPM photojournalism and its impact to Negros Traditional Journalists
    Bastian, Liezel Margie Lou S.; Cabarles, Jodhie Mae A.; Idorot, Arnielyn Joanne L. (Division of Humanities, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2014-04)
    This research is geared towards identifying the visual elements that make BMPM photojournalism as either a catalyst or a threat according to Negros traditional journalists, specifically in determining if the values required for traditional media to become newsworthy be likewise applied to Bayan Mo I-Patrol Mo (BMPM)'s photojournalism when comparatively analyzed. It assesses if Negros traditional journalists are in approval or disapproval of BMPM as a citizen journalism platform especially during Typhoon Yolanda. This study is carried out in order to further understand BMPM's implications, as a social-media based citizen journalism platform, to the society. A content analysis wherein Typhoon Yolanda-related BMPM photos submitted from November 8 up to December 8 are analyzed and a survey answered by Negros Press Club members selected through Systematic Random Sampling were conducted. Content analysis results showed that catalyst visual elements prevail more than its threat counterpart, signifying that traditional news values are dominantly applied in BMPM photos. On the other hand, survey results have shown that Negros traditional journalists viewed that BMPM photojournalism contains visual elements of threat. Furthermore, they disapproved BMPM as a citizen journalism platform because it can reduce the quality of journalism disseminated to the public due to the uncertainty of Bayan Patrollers' lack of formal background in journalism.
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    Fishermen's Association of Malalison Island: Its role in managing the fishery resources
    Banagodos, June Arthur; Santotome, Jan (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2001-04-01)
    This study, describes the evolution of FAMI as a fishery association and the role it played in the management of the fishery resources. Objectives of this study are: (1) to describe the emergence of the FAMI organization in the island barangay of Malalison, Culasi, Antique; (2) Document the support it obtained from government and nongovernmental partner organizations (i.e., SEAFDEC, PROCESS and the LGU); (3) to analyze the members’ understanding of, and participation in the collective management of fishery resources in Malalison Island; (4) to identify the changing roles assumed by FAMI members with regards to the sharing of management authority and responsibilities with government and other institutions for the management of fishery resources, and; (5) to analyze the ways by which FAMI activities can further contribute to the local community. FAMI effectively co-manage coastal fishery resources. This organizational activity also helps in the improvement of the living conditions of the small-scale fishers as well as decelerates the rapid depletion of the marine resources. Despite substantial trainings/seminars (pertaining to organizational strengthening, cooperative management, etc.,) FAMI members received from partner organizations, the association has problems on organizational matters, specially when partner organization SEAFDEC AQD formally turned over the full responsibility in managing the fishery resources to FAMI. This problem can be attributed to people’s attitude towards fellow member-fishers. People tend to look at NGOs or development programs as source of grants. The dole-out mentality of the people in marginalized communities such as Malalison is very prevalent. Interest in the program is not on how to sustain their development initiatives but more on how to survive and secure themselves first. The spirit of cooperativism is lost.
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    Unemployed college graduates' perception of the existing unemployment condition in the country
    Arroz, Mizpah B.; Duarte, Iris Faye M. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2005-04)
    The study seeks to know how the unemployed college graduates perceived the existing unemployment condition in the country. Forty-five (45) unemployed college graduates in the town of Miag-ao, Iloilo served as respondents of the study. Majority of them were between 20-25 years of age. Interview schedule was used in gathering data. Data were analyzed using frequency counts and percentages. Results show that generally, unemployed college graduates of Miag-ao, Iloilo have a positive perception that they can find a job. Work experiences, high educational attainment and personal connections were the reasons of respondents that they will be employed in the future. However, steep competition and rigid requirements set by agencies and companies turned out to be the reasons for unemployment. With regard to job preferences, most of the respondents wanted to work in government agencies because it offers more benefits compared to private agencies. It further reveals that working abroad is the best resort for employment. Majority has plans of finding job outside the country for it offers higher salary and more job opportunities than in the country. The researchers recommend that further study be conducted regarding college graduates' perception of the unemployment condition in the country. The Local Government or Non-Government Organizations also in the community could initiate programs or activities that would give these individuals income while they are still unemployed
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    The notions of masculinity in selected Filipino mainstream films from 1982 to 2002
    Badinas, Sally Rose; Martinez, Charissa Mae (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2003-03)
    This is a descriptive study of the notions of masculinity in selected Filipino mainstream films from 1982 to 2002. Data was gathered through random selection of 24 Filipino Mainstream films, with 8 films representing every 7 years. At most three characters in each film were studied to arrive at the notions of masculinity in the selected medium. Findings revealed that the notions of masculinity are limited only to the Macho and Typical end of the Masculinity-Femininity Spectrum. As gender analysis was used to analyze the results, the conclusion arrived at stated the narrowness of Filipino male movie themes pointing out to the lack of openness of the Filipino society to alternative behavioral patterns to govern the upbringing of the Filipino man. A critical understanding of the representations of masculinity along the cultural spectrum was suggested to produce a more substantive result in related studies in the future.
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    Textbook citizenship: The depiction of citizenship in selected social studies high school textbooks in Iloilo City
    Almio. Doni June V. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2012-03)
    A research was conducted to identify the citizenships depicted in selected Social Studies textbooks in Iloilo City and compared it with the citizenships found in Russia in Bulgaria.The method used for the study was qualitative content analysis of sixteen social studies textbooks and key informant interview for the process of textbook making. The most dominant body involved in the textbook making process is the state through its agencies. The schools, may it be public, laboratory, or private are subjected to the guidelines of the Department of Education when it comes to selection of textbooks.The researcher identified four classifications of citizenship that are present in the textbooks that were analyzed: Passive Citizenship, Active Citizenship, National Citizenship, and Religious Citizenship. These classifications of citizenship are dependent on the political culture of each country. By identifying the citizenship depicted in the high school social studies textbooks, it will be evident on how the Philippines wants its citizens to be. This is because of the reason that Philippines used the textbooks as state ideological apparatuses to maintain control over its people. Citizenship training is the best way to do that.
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    Patterns and shifts of the Carriada system of San Remegio, Antique in Western Panay
    Alera, Geralyn G. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 1998-03)
    This descriptive research identifies the patterns and shifts in the transport and trading practices of the carriada across the southern boundaries between the provinces of Antique and Iloilo. Along with occular observations, interviews were conducted by the researcher with village residents of San Remigio (Antique) to gain insights into the everyday workings of village life. The results reveal that there have been changes in the carriada system explained by changes in the availability of vehicles and animals used and types and levels of productivity of local crops. Another significant factor affecting the development of the carriada were directly relevant to the settings of Barangay Agricula and Barangay Panpanan 1: the population increase in both village. However, the changes in the carriada system did not greatly alter the characteristics of the peasant economy of these areas. Although more people engage in more trade, their incomes/profits are not that substantial to change their life patterns. People still live in houses made of wood, bamboo and nipa, and crops they yield from their farms are just enough for family consumptions. Most residents in the mountain areas still aspire to obtain a living from their farms for generations to come.
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    Mga pambansang bangungot: A critical reading of narratives in Chito S. Roño's selected horror films as allegories of Filipino society
    Abalajon, Eric P. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2014-04)
    It took some time before cinema become a legitimate art form worthy as an object of study. Francois Truffaut proposed the concept of the auteur where though a large number of people are involved in producing a film, the director has overall artistic power in the movie. This formal approach to the medium invariably leads to the neglect of ‘genre films’. Cultural studies made possible the evaluation of these popular movies by placing them in their social and historical contexts. Using an interdisciplinary approach that gives equal value to both text and context, the dynamics of society and cultural artifacts are revealed in films. The paper will focus on the relatively neglected genre of horror cinema, particularly the work of veteran director Chito S. Roño. The paper aims to document the film career of Chito S. Roño and locate his position in the development of Filipino film industry. The paper then pursues a reading of a range of recent blockbuster horror films—Feng Shui (2004), T2 (2009) and The Healing (2012)-- and highlight their sociocultural and political underpinnings. Lastly this study aims to discuss the dynamics of horror films, particularly its allegorical function, and the role it plays in Philippine society. Feng Shui (2004) is read as a demonstration of overlapping societal anxieties regarding the discourse of upward economic mobility that spills over to the discourses of luck, ethnicity, changing gender roles and politics of domestic space. 7'2 (2009) is read as a reworking of the road movie, juxtaposing the discourse of spatial politics and majority-minority antagonisms in the nation-space. The source of horror is read as the unresolved issues brought about by the subalternization of Filipino-Muslims. The Healing (2012) is read in the context of the dismal state of health care and disintegration of the sense of community; the critique maps the horrors that confront the Filipino body and lays bare possible resistance. This paper takes the position that indeed the selected horror films once historicized perform allegorical functions, and by infusing forms of resistance in the narratives can also help to usher in social transformation to end societal horrors. It took some time before cinema become a legitimate art form worthy as an object of study. Francois Truffaut proposed the concept of the auteur where though a large number of people are involved in producing a film, the director has overall artistic power in the movie. This formal approach to the medium invariably leads to the neglect of ‘genre films’. Cultural studies made possible the evaluation of these popular movies by placing them in their social and historical contexts. Using an interdisciplinary approach that gives equal value to both text and context, the dynamics of society and cultural artifacts are revealed in films. The paper will focus on the relatively neglected genre of horror cinema, particularly the work of veteran director Chito S. Roño. The paper aims to document the film career of Chito S. Roño and locate his position in the development of Filipino film industry. The paper then pursues a reading of a range of recent blockbuster horror films—Feng Shui (2004), T2 (2009) and The Healing (2012)-- and highlight their sociocultural and political underpinnings. Lastly this study aims to discuss the dynamics of horror films, particularly its allegorical function, and the role it plays in Philippine society. Feng Shui (2004) is read as a demonstration of overlapping societal anxieties regarding the discourse of upward economic mobility that spills over to the discourses of luck, ethnicity, changing gender roles and politics of domestic space. 7'2 (2009) is read as a reworking of the road movie, juxtaposing the discourse of spatial politics and majority-minority antagonisms in the nation-space. The source of horror is read as the unresolved issues brought about by the subalternization of Filipino-Muslims. The Healing (2012) is read in the context of the dismal state of health care and disintegration of the sense of community; the critique maps the horrors that confront the Filipino body and lays bare possible resistance. This paper takes the position that indeed the selected horror films once historicized perform allegorical functions, and by infusing forms of resistance in the narratives can also help to usher in social transformation to end societal horrors.