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    The Chinese traders of Bacolod City
    Bitanga, Sherman H. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 1997-03)
    This study on “The Chinese Migrants of Bacolod City” documents and analyzes factors which motivated Chinese settlement in the city of Bacolod and their integration into the mainstream of Philippines society. It sheds light and a deeper understanding about their Chineseness and to the history of Chinese migrants in Capitol Shopping Center, Bacolod City. The most recent Chinese migration to Bacolod City began after World War II. The pioneer migrants were those who put up business establishments in different parts of Bacolod City. The establishment of Capitol Shopping Center as the new commercial locale after the 1955 fire which destroyed the commercial are of Bacolod City, attracted these Chinese migrants to transfer their business into the area. These migrants predominantly came from the southeastern provinces of China, namely, Fukien and Kwangtung. Most of these migrants hail from the cities of Amoy (Fukien) and Canton (Kwangtung). The migrants who followed were relatives and neighbors who preferred to settle in Capitol Shopping Center, Bacolod City. This where the greatest concentration of Chinese in Bacolod are found and where the greatest number of Chinese owned and operated business establishments are located. The Chinese migrants live scattered within the said community. At present time, only a few of the original Chinese migrants continue to live in the area. Some of them, especially the younger generation of Chinese immigrants, live in other parts of Bacolod City and consider themselves well integrated into their new home area. The migrants made adjustments to their new social system. The hardships and problems they encountered at their place of settlement, were due to their distinct culture and adherence to their Chineseness. Ideas and external behaviors of second-generation migrants reveal that the Chinese residents of Bacolod City have largely adopted to the ways of the Filipinos. Because of close and constant interactions that they have with the native residents, the younger generation of Chinese migrants show less adherence to their Chineseness than the pioneers who continued to concentrate on the affairs of their business and homes.
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    Statement ang Malolo: An analysis of an Ilonggo concept
    Bartonico, Alora Grace P. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2010-04)
    This paper examines the different perspectives that have been used to define the meaning of Ilonggo concept malolo. It argues that the concept malolo derives not only its linguistic characteristics but it is also manifested through observable behaviors of Ilonggos. It reviews the meaning of the concept across history by inspecting some pieces of Ilonggo literature of the 20th century. This paper also examines the meaning of the term as it is understood by today's speakers themselves. It describes the use of the term malolo as a stereotype for Ilonggos by both Hiligaynon and non-Hiligaynon speakers. It observes that the concept has different uses and meanings across generations; as well, the understanding of the concept differs from rural and urban areas
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    As the rivers flows: A history of laws and politics affecting the Iloilo River from the 1970's to the present
    Baliao, Martin Earl D. (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2013-04)
    This paper attempts to examine the history of national and local river laws and policies that pertain to changes in the ecology of the Iloilo River since the 1970s. Furthermore, this paper seeks to investigate the reasons for the laws and policies and the actions taken by different administrations across the decades that affected the ecology of the river. Library research and one interview was used to gather the necessary data for this research paper. This paper will conclude by discussing the effects of the different laws, policies, and plans on the ecology of the Iloilo River.
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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.
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    Rediscovering San Remegio's mineral wealth
    Abasquez, Edilyn Balsomo (Division of Social Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas, 2010-04)
    Responsible management of the locality's mineral wealth may provide countless benefits that will contribute to the economic and social development of San Remigio, Antique. This may be in the form of employment opportunities, increased revenues, construction of vital structures such as roads, bridges, communication and transportation facilities, enhancement of social services like in education, health and security measures, among others. The municipality of San Remigio is endowed with vast mineral resources which have remained untapped for commercial purposes. Operations had been on-and-off at various times in history and the Gemstone Processing Industry that covered four barangays of Bagumbayan, Lapak, Trinidad and Lumpatan, which at first seemed to be promising, also suffered the same fate. San Remigio, being a third class municipality, and still has a long way to go towards development, could make use of these resources, not only to answer the basic needs of the people, but to efficiently respond to the socio-economic imperatives of the times to liberate the people from their present predicament, who mostly depend upon their resources for livelihood and subsistence. Therefore, sound management of these resources, anchored on the principle of sustainable development, may help the present generation ensure the future of those yet unborn from the womb of time. This thesis then, explores the management of San Remigio's mineral resource, with the active participation of government and non-government institutions, legislation and law enforcement, through qualitative interviews and visits to the old and current mining sites where Copper mining explorations are ongoing in Barangay Carawisan.