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Pagiwarnak ti Timpuyog: Ilokano Student Organization University of Hawaii at Manoa

March Issue

A note from Manang Precy p.1 40th Anniversary Banquet p.2

Laglagip ken Sirmata p.2 Manoa Experience p.3 Bangus Fundraiser p.4

House of Dance p.4 Timpuyog Day p.5

International Night p.5 Learn Ilokano/

Upcoming Events p.6

“Establishing and building a full and respectable Ilokano Language and Literature Program at the University of Hawai’i is the most important legacy I will leave behind when I move on to the next life. I feel a strong sense of fulfillment that this Program was able to provide students a precious opportunity to learn the language that enabled them to communicate with their parents and the large community of Ilokanos in Hawaii and other parts of the world. It also inculcated in them appreciation of and pride in their Ilokano heritage and identity as Filipinos. Through this Program, the community was given a venue for social, cultural, and educational enrichment, as well as an effective place for advocacy for the value and significance of a major Philippine language and a people that have not been truly recognized for their worth before. Today, the University of Hawai'i's Ilokano Language and Literature Program is the leading center for Ilokano studies and research. Agbiag ti Ilokano!”

Prof. Precy Espiritu, 1972 - 2006, Program Coordinator for the Ilokano Language and Literature Program (Formerly: Ilokano Language, Literature and Film Program)

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“Daytoy a programa ket nagbalinen nga institusion a mangisierto a maitandudo ti pannakaipromover ti kultura ken lengguahe nga Ilokano. Babaen kadagiti agtultuloy a panagbubutong dagiti kameng ti komunidad, dagiti agad-adal, ken dagiti mangisursuro, maisiguradotayo nga sumaruno a generasion ket ad-adda nga agbalin a sustenido amin a gannuat ti panangirupir iti bukod nga awid, iti bukod a kananakem, ken iti bukod a panagsirig iti biag, iti bagi, iti kosmos, iti universo. Agingga nga adda dagiti agad-adal nga iti amin a panawen ket kabinnuligtayo iti daytoy nga aramid, mataginayon ti bugas ti biag ni Ilokano iti wagas nga awanan ressat.”

Prof. Aurelio Agcaoili, 2006 - Present, Program Coordinator for the Ilokano Language and Literature Program

By Tarance Icari

Kumustakayo amin! Timpuyog’s annual scholarship banquet is coming up on Friday, April 27 from 5:00pm – 10:00pm. The venue for this year’s banquet will be at Hale Koa hotel in the Waikiki Ballroom. Please come join us, as this will be a special banquet celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Ilokano Language & Literature program of UH Manoa. The colors of the banquet are black, white, and ruby. This event is a great opportunity for the Ilokano students to finish the semester and make memories with Timpuyog. There will also be Pacific Photo CO., so come take pictures with your classmates and/or your significant other! Contact your Timpuyog officers or reps for more info. All proceeds will go towards the Ilokano Scholarship fund.

By Don Vallejo

It’s that time of the year again for the Ilokano Language and Literature program to bring out yet again fresh, creative performances in the Spring 2012 Drama and Song Festival. Last semester students entertained, and for some scared, the community through renditions of Ilokano mythical creatures. This semester the Ilokano students face a new challenge of bringing to life the memories of the past into the present to reflect the growth, trials, and importance of the Ilokano language. (continued on p.3)

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On February 25, 2012, the Timpuyog Organization joined prospective students from KCC and schools like Farrington, Kaimuki, Waianae and Waipahu at the Manoa Experience. This event provides students, families and the community the opportunity to take a glimpse of what the University of Hawaii at Manoa has to offer. It gave them the chance to learn about the many academic opportunities available at UH Manoa by visiting various booths organized along the walkways of McCarthy Mall. Along in this event, there were campus tours that were led by several Timpuyog members. They walked them through the campus and the many different departments and organizations that was present at Manoa Experience. Members of the organization were able to inform the general public and prospective students about what the Ilokano Language and Literature Program and Timpuyog Organization could offer them. They also shared some of their personal college experiences to those looking to attend or have an interest of becoming part of the

University of Hawaii at Manoa. In addition, they handed out bookmarkers, brochures, and other supplemental materials to many students as they passed McCarthy Mall from one booth to another. They even had an interactive language game to teach people basic Ilokano words. Despite the many activities that were happening simultaneously at this event, Timpuyog can be sure that they left a lasting impression on people whether it’d be their informative materials, friendly smiles, or bright red Timpuyog shirts.

By Gilbert Menor

(continued from p.2) In commemoration of the Ilokano Language and Literature program’s 40 years of existence students will passionately portray the Ilokanos of the past, present, and future, giving the audience the chance to both reflect on and anticipate how far the Ilokano language has come and where it is going. A truly educational experience for all save the date for April 14, 9am—2pm and come watch the Ilokano students star in “Laglagip ken Sirmata,” meaning “Memories and Visions.” Hope to see you there!

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This April, the Center for Philippine Studies at the University of Hawaii at Manoa proudly presents The House of Dance in Ethnisyncrasies, a dance concert featuring contemporary and modern interpretations of folk and ethnic customs and traditions of the Philippines and a tribute to the Philippines’ rich cultural heritage. The House of Dance is first and foremost a dance studio, located in Quezon City, Philippines, dedicated to instilling the love and passion for dance among its students and members of the community. It provides training in various dance genres such as ballet, jazz, street dance, tap dance, contemporary dance, break dance, and Polynesian dances. It hopes to entice both the young and the young at heart to view dance and the performing arts as productive, mentally-stimulating and spiritually/emotionally uplifting and fun-filled activities worth their time. The House of Dance actively travels the world performing and competing in numerous dance competitions. For more information about the House of Dance see their website at: www.houseofdance.ph The event will be held at the Dr. Richard T. Mamiya Theatre at the St. Louis Center for the Arts, 3142 Waialae Avenue, Honolulu on Saturday, April 21st. There will be two show times: the matinee will be at 2pm and the gala will be at 7pm. Matinee tickets are $10 and gala tickets are $15. This will be a great opportunity to view the traditional dances as well as support the talented youth of the Philippines. If you would like to purchase tickets, please see Manang Clem Montero in Moore Hall 415 or any Timpuyog officers and reps. For more information, contact Matthew Lim at: mlim77@hawaii.edu

Congratulations Timpuyog! On March 17, over 300 milkfish were distributed to those wonderful supporters who made our Bangus Fundraiser Part two, a huge success! Because of the combined effort and dedication of all our members, we were not only able to meet our quota, but exceed it. What’s even more amazing is we were able to do it in half the time than last semester! Thank you to those who came to help distribute, to those who bought Bangus, and to those who continually foster and support the growth of our organization. Hope everyone enjoys the delicious Bangus!

By Alycia Kiyabu

By Matthew Lim

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Timpuyog Organization has represented the Philippines booth in partnership with the Katipunan Club and the Philippine dance group (Tekniqlingz) at the International Night. It was held on March 16, 2012 from 6-9pm at the UH Manoa's Campus Center Ballroom. The theme was "The Paradise In You." There were more than a dozen performers representing different cultures of the world and all of them did a great job in showing that there is paradise in diversity. Sponsored by the International Students

Association (ISA), Associated Students of UH (ASUH), and the Campus Center Board. Timpuyog showcased many different Ilokano artifacts at the Philippines booth. From clothing to informing the students and community members about the Ilokano and Tagalog language and literature programs at the University of Hawaii. Many of the attendees stopped by at the booth to get stamps and play our language game, which required the attendees to guess the Ilokano and/or Tagalog translations to various English terms. They were very interested in the different cultures and languages that the Philippines had to offer. Katipunan Club's officers were present and members of the dance group (Tekniqlingz) were there to perform. The Tekniqlingz represented the Philippines well by performing both a traditional and modern form of the tinikling. They even sent a nice gesture to Timpuyog by wearing our famous "I Am Ilokano ket sika?" red shirts during their performance. Overall, it was a success, and I am sure that many of the attendees are now aware that the Philippines has much more to offer than just another group of tropical islands.

The campus was painted Red on March 16 because of the first Timpuyog Day of the spring semester! In an effort to for UH Manoa students and faculty to notice our presence here on campus, we have organized days where all members should wear their “I AM ILOKANO, KET SIKA?” club t-shirts! The first Timpuyog Day of the spring semester was a success as everywhere you turned, there was a fellow Timpuyog-er sporting his or her

bright red shirt! In Bale, Campus Center, class, and pretty much anywhere, Timpuyog members were encouraged to strike a pose, take a picture, and show that we are here, and we are Ilokano, ket sika? If you missed the memo, have no fear! We have two more planned for this semester: April 16 and May 1. If you haven’t got a shirt, then two things. One: why not!? And two: shirts are $15 each or $25 for two, email timpuyog@hawaii.edu for shirt orders. Get on it and spread the Timpuyog word!

By Alycia Kiyabu

By Almond Jaye Ereno

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Learn Ilokano!

Spring 2012 Dramafest at Art auditorium 9am to 2pm. Come checkout Ilokano students in action! Breakfast and Lunch will be served.

Timpuyog DayWear your red “ I am Ilokano” t-shirts. Embrace what you are on campus.

House of Dance at Dr. Richard T. Mamiya Theatre

40th Anniversary & Scholarship Banquet at Hale Koa 6pm to 11pm. The Celebration of the Ilokano language & Literature program’s 40th anniversary and end of the school year event.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Laglagip Napalabas Agdama Masakbayan memories past present future Sirmata Agsalatayo! Agkantatayo! wen wenno wen? vision Let’s dance! Let’s sing! yes or yes?

News Letter Staff: Loreto Coloma, Almond Jaye Ereno, Tarance Icari, Alycia Kiyabu, Matthew Lim, Deborah Manog, Gilbert Menor, Rowena Mergillano, Rhea Salvador, Don Vallejo, Faculty Editors: Clemen Montero, Julius Soria Newsletter Editor: George Oliveros