MPC Journal Editorial Board Pledges to Uphold Truth and Press Freedom

Marikina Polytechnic College inducted its new editorial board for Academic Year 2026–2027 whose set of officers and members pledged to uphold truth, promote fairness, ensure accuracy and practice responsible journalism in accordance with Republic Act No. 7079, or the Campus Journalism Act of 1991.

College President Dr. Rene M. Colocar administered the oath of office, with Prof Leilani DL. Escalada, Head of the Office of Student Organization and Publication, facilitating the ceremony on November 9, 2026.

Leading the publication is Althea Collado as editor-in-chief, with Gladshielm Yuzon as associate editor, Mary Cyrene Dela Paz as chief correspondent, Berlene Cobacha as head photojournalist, Ervince Cruz as head of layout and graphics, Edrita Ongsiako as circulation manager.

Publication staff Mesha Joy Yim, Alexander Camin, John Luis Mercurio, Jayreall De Sierra, Juliet Saramosing, Chellie Mae Fedelino and Jericho Baluyut were also recognized.

In her acceptance speech, Ms. Collado said that the role of The MPC Journal goes beyond publishing articles and reporting institutional developments. Drawing on her four years of experience with the student publication, she stressed the importance of listening to students, documenting their experiences, and providing a platform for voices that deserve to be heard.

“The MPC Journal ay hindi lamang isang publikasyon na gumagawa ng mga artikulo at naglalathala ng mga balita. Nandito kami upang makinig sa inyong mga saloobin, magbigay-pansin sa inyong mga karanasan, at bigyang-boses ang mga kuwentong nararapat marinig. Hindi man natin kayang baguhin ang lahat sa pamamagitan ng ating panulat, kaya naman nating simulan ang pagbabago sa pamamagitan ng katotohanan,” she said.

Ms. Collado said that campus journalism should not be limited to reporting positive developments but should also address relevant issues that warrant public attention and discussion within the college community.

“Hindi lamang kami nandito upang magbalita ng mga magagandang pangyayari, kundi upang maging bukas sa mga isyung mahalagang malaman at talakayin ng komunidad,” she stated.

The selection process was supported by an evaluation committee comprising Dr. Menere R. Nasiad, administrative representative, Professor Maria Criselda Santos, faculty representative and former technical adviser of the MPC Journal, Mr Milo Galang, field practitioner and writer, and former editors-in-chief Ma. Concha Jabilgas and Angel Roshel Agapito.

By: Media Bureau