PolSci Society hosts event to combat fake news, promote information literacy
StudentsThe Political Science Society
(PSS) organized the PSS Cup: The Pandemonium on March 1, 2023, at the CatSU
Gymnasium to raise awareness among Political Science students about their
crucial role in fighting against misinformation, propaganda, and fake news by
advocating for information literacy on various platforms.
The event also aimed to foster
camaraderie among society members, improve their morale, leadership, and
skills, and create an effective organization.
The theme of the event,
"Strengthening and fortifying one's voice within," encouraged
students to showcase their passion and voice through various contests such as
Extemporaneous Speech, Photo Essay, Poem Writing, Battle of the Brains,
Team-Building Activities and Games, Debate, and Talent Showdown.
Atty. Rene John M. Velasco, the
guest speaker, emphasized the importance of critical thinking and fact-checking
among peers and in communities.
"As Political Science
students, you all played a crucial role in combating misinformation,
propaganda, and fake news by advocating for information literacy on various
platforms. With your understanding of how politics and media intersect, you can
promote critical thinking and fact-checking among your peers and in your
communities," Atty. Velasco shared.
Dean of the College of Humanities
and Social Sciences (CHUMSS), Dr. Jimmylen Z. Tonio, supported Atty. Velasco's
message to the Political Science students.
"By sharing accurate and
reliable sources of information and encouraging others to do the same,
political science students could help prevent the spread of false information
and promote a more informed and engaged citizenry," Dean Tonio said.
Richard Abenir, the President of
PSS, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to develop the abilities of
Political Science students to become leaders in the fight against
misinformation and help build a better-informed society.
Alumni from the CatSU Political
Science program also attended the fellowship night's closing activity.
Atty. Michael Marquez, Mr.
Remelito Cabrera, former Vice Mayor of Panganiban, and presently an Instructor
I at CHUMSS, as well as Mr. Jomel T. Romero, Mr. Pastor Marquez, Mr. Jozem Nino
I. Morales, who are also Instructors from CHUMSS, Ms. Mary Franz O. Soquerata,
Nino Joshua Santelices, Lao Ogerio, Arnel S. Clavo, RJ Vela, Abel Tuzara, and
Christian Torrena were among the alumni who attended the event. #FJBT
