Ateneo Electronics and Computer Engineering Society (AECES)'s Spark Summit: Reigniting Passions Through Technology and Innovation

Wazzup Pilipinas!

The Ateneo Electronics and Computer Engineering Society (AECES) is the sole and premier organization for engineering that is home to many science and engineering majors of the Ateneo de Manila University. Throughout the years, AECES has been a family of individuals who share a passion for science and engineering. It envisions itself as a community of innovators whose primary goal is to integrate the field of innovation and technology with excellence, purpose, and service.

Last year, the AECES set off a new flagship project called "Spark Summit: Hobbyist Fair 2017" as an avenue for hobbyists to showcase their passions to the Loyola Schools (LS) community. This year, AECES makes a comeback with their revamped and remastered flagship project appropriately entitled "Spark Summit: Tech Fair 2018", giving it more of an innovation and technology vibe that AECES wants the LS community to experience and get exposed to. AECES also wants to promote awareness on the wonders of science and engineering and the call for multi-disciplinary collaboration.

Spark Summit is a three-day event that invites Ateneo students to showcase their science projects and innovation skills, to share their knowledge and design process, and to inspire the community to pursue innovation and careers in developing these kinds of technology.

Spark Summit provides an avenue for tech enthusiasts to demonstrate their innovation and technology to the entire LS community. Hoping to help inspire members of the Atenean community through showcasing engineering-related inventions and revealing the possibilities or creativity that can be found in inventing, Spark Summit is looking to achieve such an aspiring and inspiring objective by holding a competition during this three-day event. This is done by gathering participants to form teams who then present their own innovative ideas first to the organizers, and then to the world. Winners are awarded, and everyone is then recognized for their contributions to advancements of the scientific community in the Ateneo. Also found throughout the entirety of the fair, interactive booths may be visited, while talks by experts of different fields may attended. These are to help expose the LS community to the potential and current state of technology in the Philippines.

We invite all to watch sparks get set and currents get directed, and to realize that the potential of science, engineering, innovation, and technolgy in the Philippines is just starting to get amplified. So, what are you waiting for? Visit Spark Summit: Tech Fair 2018 and explore the creativity of inventing, happening on November 14-16, 2018 at Ateneo de Manila University’s Red Brick Road.
 For any concerns or inquiries, send us an email at aeces.sparksummit@gmail.com or visit our official Facebook page: Ateneo Electronics and Computer Engineering Society.

SYNERGY: Electrical and Electronics Engineering Summit 2018

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Sparks will fly as connections converge this coming November 13-16, 2018. See you in the Synergy 2018 Day Events: Techno Talk, Revolutionary Robotics, Dynamic Diacourse, Opportunity Outlook, and Corporate Connection. “

For the event poster, please use the caption: 

“The UP Engineering Radio Guild in media partnership with Wazzup Pilipinas presents SYNERGY: Electrical and Electronics Engineering Summit 2018 this November 13-16, 2018 at the University of the Philippines Diliman.

SYNERGY: Electrical and Electronics Engineering Summit is a four-day gathering for students of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Computer Engineering) and other degree programs related to it.

To know more about the event visit https://www.facebook.com/SynergyPH

Maskipaps: The Crossover

Wazzup Pilipinas!

The UP Beta Epsilon Fraternity , HYDRO Manila Music Festival, and Super Awesome Productions present:

Maskipaps: The Crossover
December 14, 2018 | 7PM
Sunken Garden, UP Diliman

Performances by:
December Avenue
Ben&Ben
Silent Sanctuary
Al James
Because
Gracenote
Better Days

Beats by:
Marc Marasigan x Victor Pring
Manilabombsquad (John Sedano, VJ STRO, Alwyn Cruz, Marx Monterola, MC CHUNK)
Fluokids (Katsy Lee, Franco Zarate, MC DM)
Everyday People

Get your tickets now through the following avenues:
- UP Beta Epsilon Tambayan (2nd florr lobby, Melchor Hall, UP Diliman), Monday to Friday (9:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
- Meet-ups around UP (Contact 0945 294 2183 or 0977 260 3180 for inquiries)
- Online via PlatinumList (https://metromanila.platinumlist.net/…/maskipaps-the-crosso…
)
- Ambassadors, promoters, and partner organizations

Ticket prices:
Php 300 - UP Student Discount (Tambayan selling and meet-ups only)
Php 350 - Non-UP (Tambayan selling, meet-ups, online, and through ambassadors, promoters, and org partners)
Php 450 - Gate price/ Walk-in

Maskipaps: The Crossover is co-presented by:
2030 Youth Force in the Philippines Inc.
AfterParty
U Do U

Official Radio Partner:
Monster RX93.1

Media Partners:
INQUIRER.net
InqPOP
Indie Manila
chalk.ph
Jeepney TV
SparkUp
PULP Magazine
Maroon FM
MAGIS Radio
Green Giant FM
Orange Segment Print and Design Studio
ASTIG.PH
BLOG-PH.com

Wazzup Pilipinas
When In Manila
We the Pvblic
GimikZone by INKD Comics
GV Philippines

Partner Organizations:
Rave City Philippines
The Entrepreneurship Club - FEU
IAS Paragon
PUP BroadCircle
PUP Society of Biology Students
Economics Research Society
Tomasian Media Circle and Talents
UP SoComSci
UP Photographers' Society
Gamma Sigma Sorority
UP Genetic Researchers and Agricultural Innovators Society
UP Lakan Clark
UP Circuit
UP Geological Society
UP Tourism Management Society
Theta Epsilon Sorority UPD

Stay tuned to all of our social media accounts for more updates!

Facebook: fb.com/maskicrossover

Twitter: twitter.com/maskicrossover

Instagram: instagram.com/maskicrossover

Maskipaps: The Crossover
7PM | December 14, 2018
UP Sunken Garden

#Maskipaps2018
#MaskiCrossover
#TheOtherSide

6th De La Salle University Innovation and Technology Fair (DITECH)

Wazzup Pilipinas!

Innovation. Collaboration. Knowledge Diffusion, Technology, and Invention
Promotion. Join us in this year’s most awaited technology fair of 2018! Be with us as we celebrate and showcase the social impact of the new technologies developed by the members of the academic community, as it further encourages innovation for public good.

The 6th De La Salle University Innovation and Technology Fair (DITECH) will be held on November 22 and 23. It will take place at the Cory Aquino Democratic Space, Ground Floor, Henry Sy Sr. Hall, DLSU. Themed “Green Technologies → Social Impact,” it aims to highlight the economic and social impact of innovations generated from the research and creative activities of the academe.

We are inviting students, faculty, staff, advocates, professors and other interested
participants to take part in this annual technology and innovation fair. Guests from other universities and institutions are all welcome to attend and join us in our exhibits and paper presentations.

DITECH has the following sub-themes:
1. The social impact of the inventive and creative activities of universities, industry,
and Government
2. The social impact of emerging technology in the age of Industry 4.0
3. Social entrepreneurship
4. Innovation-conscious policy-making
The event will feature talks and panel discussions on the event’s theme and its sub-themes.
Paper presentations, exhibits, raffle, and research center presentations will also be held during the fair. This is in collaboration with DLSU Intellectual Property Office (DIPO), DLSU Innovation and Technology Office (DITO) and Animo Labs.

For the program details of the event, click this link: https://www.dlsu.edu.ph/events/6th-
dlsu-innovation-and-technology-ditech-fair-2018/https://www.dlsu.edu.ph/events/6th- dlsu-innovation-and-technology-ditech-fair-2018/
To register, kindly click this pre-registration link: https://tinyurl.com/DITECHRegistration
For more updates and information, visit our:

Facebook Page : https://www.facebook.com/DLSUDIPO/
https://www.facebook.com/DITECHFair/
DLSU Website : https://www.dlsu.edu.ph/events/6th-dlsu-innovation-and-technology-
ditech-fair-2018/

In case you have inquiries or are interested in submitting exhibit proposals and papers,
kindly contact as at: ditechfair.dlsu.edu.ph or email Ms. Aubrey Nichole Reyes –
aubrey.reyes@dlsu.edu.ph Or Ms. Michell Joson michell.joson@dlsu.edu.ph.
Be a catalyst of change! Join us and participate in our initiative in promoting and supporting innovation and technology commercialization

Brandon Vera Faces Off with Mauro Cerilli at One: Conquest of Champions Open Workout in Manila

Wazzup Pilipinas!

The largest global sports media property in Asian history, ONE Championship™ (ONE), recently held the official ONE: CONQUEST OF CHAMPIONS Face-off and Open Workout at the Victoria Sports Tower in Manila. In attendance was reigning ONE Heavyweight World Champion Brandon “The Truth” Vera of the Philippines, as well as his opponent Mauro “The Hammer” Cerilli of Italy. Co-main event participants Eduard “Landslide” Folayang of the Philippines and Amir Khan of Singapore also faced off.

Ticket information for ONE: CONQUEST OF CHAMPIONS is available at www.onefc.com.

For Official Photos of the Face-Off and Open Workout, click this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CgRccPvlMSxzNPcBpqYLYRm7iX3mJxrQ?usp=sharing

Brandon Vera, ONE Heavyweight World Champion, stated: 

“Thank you everyone for coming out here, it is an honor to be your champion, Philippines. I’ve been away for a while, almost two years, but don’t think for a second that I haven’t been training and keeping sharp. I’m stronger, faster, smarter, and better now than ever before. My team has made sure that I will be at my best by the time I step back into the ONE Cage. This is home for me. I really missed this and I am excited to perform in front of you all next Friday night. The belt is going to stay in the Philippines.”

Mauro Cerilli, ONE Athlete, stated: 

“I am very honored to be here and to challenge your champion. Joining ONE Championship, I know the competition is fierce and I will be faced with the best in the world. Brandon [Vera] is a great champion, but he’s lost his edge. I am here to claim the ONE Heavyweight World Championship. When I step into the cage on 23 November, I will be in the best shape of my career and I’m looking to score the upset. Thank you for having me, Manila. It is an honor to be here.”

Eduard Folayang, ONE Athlete, stated: 

“I am so happy for the opportunity to once again be fighting for the world title. As always, I feel motivated and encouraged to do my best. I want to prove to the world that I am not done yet in this sport, and that I can still be world champion. Losing the title for the first time, it was a very painful feeling. But in defeat, I have discovered my weaknesses and made efforts to improve certain parts of my game. Now I am ready to showcase my championship form once again. Amir [Khan] is a great young martial artist. He has shown tremendous growth since his very first ONE Championship bout. I cannot underestimate him because he is younger than I am. This bout is special because it’s taking place in front of my hometown crowd in Manila. It also represents a chance for me to redeem myself, because this is the same place I lost the title one year ago. I have worked very hard since then and now the opportunity was once again given to me.”

Amir Khan, ONE Athlete, stated: 

“It has been a long journey for me. I've worked very hard for this. Ever since I started this journey, I have had one goal in mind and that's to be champion. Everything I have done so far has been to work towards achieving that dream. I have 13 bouts in ONE Championship and 11 of those are wins. I've won my last two in exciting fashion. It's only right that I am now challenging for the World Title. I'll be facing former champion Eduard Folayang, and I'm going to his hometown, so I know it's going to be a tough challenge. He has the home crowd advantage, but I am confident of victory. I hope to be able to bring this belt back to Singapore. I foresee that I'll be the Joseph Schooling of mixed martial arts.”

For more updates on ONE Championship, please visit www.onefc.com, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @ONEChampionship, and like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ONEChampionship.

GRAVITY Co., Ltd. Reveals Pre-Registration Event for New Upcoming Mobile Strategy Game Titled “Valor Guard Tactics” for iOS and ANDROID

Wazzup Pilipinas!

GRAVITY, a developer and publisher of online and mobile games based in South Korea, today announced that it will be launching its’ pre-registration event for their new mobile strategy game, Valor Guard Tactics.

More details for pre-registration at http://playvalorguardtactics.com/preregistration/index.aspx

In Valor Guard Tactics, as the rightful heir to the kingdom, your job is to rally forces, construct an army, and build friendships to retake your throne! Recruit heroes with unique skills and armed forces, time and deploy key allied special attacks to destroy waves of enemies, strategize your attack with Valor Guard Tactics’ unique army targeting system.

Valor Guard Tactics also brings together a diverse set of formidable modes for players to conquer including Flight Challenge and Abandoned Treasure. Players can also team up with friends to form Guilds and overcome even more challenges together. Additionally, the Arena allows for an individual player to show off their strategic mastery as they duel others to claim victory for themselves and their legions!

Game Trailer: https://youtu.be/YESBALTVtvI

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ValorGuardTactics

Valor Guard Tactics is planned to release in the US, Canada, Philippines, Singapore, and Malaysia after the conclusion of the pre-registration event.

Presidential Proclamation Declares Centennial Year of PH Cinema with FDCP as Lead Agency

Wazzup Pilipinas!

The Film Development Council of the Philippines has been designated as the lead agency for the celebration of the Centennial Year of Philippine Cinema from September 12, 2019 to September 11, 2020.

Pursuant to Presidential Proclamation 622 Series of 2018, the Centennial Year of Philippine Cinema was declared in honor of Dalagang Bukid by Jose Nepomuceno, considered the first Filipino-produced and directed feature film. It was released in Sept 12, 1919. "The One Hundred Years of Philippine Cinema is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration in honor of the journey of this incredible art form and cultural marker. Film is a part of every Filipino as one of the most accessible and affective mediums that tell our stories, struggles, victories, and our growth as a people. We are grateful to the Office of the President for recognizing the importance of this milestone," said FDCP Chairperson and CEO Liza Diño. "We look forward to commemorating Sandaan, as we call this celebration, not just with our fellow government agencies, but with all sectors of society. We encourage each and every Filipino to join us continue the legacy of our Cinema and look forward to the next hundred years." she added.

Starting this year, the Agency has organized the Sandaan National Organizing Committee with key government agencies and institutions such as the National Commission on Culture and the Arts, Cultural Center of the Philippines, MTRCB, Optical Media Board, Film Academy of the Philippines, UP Film Institute, De La Salle College of Saint Benilde and local and regional film festivals in the country. The activities for the year for Sandaan will be in line with themes of knowledge production, education, exhibition and international events.

In anticipation of the celebration and through the efforts of FDCP, the One Hundred Years of Philippine Cinema has already been integrated in the Agency's activities and events through the conduct of the Sandaan Conferences, a series of lectures and talks featured in its partnerships with local and regional film festivals in the country. In 2017, the Agency also partnered with the UP Film Institute for Sandaan: Philippine Cinema Centennial Conference. It has also been recognized by international film festivals and markets by declaring the Philippines as the Country of Focus in the Osaka Asian Film Festival, Focus on Asia Fukuoka International Film Festival in Japan, Far East Film Festival in Udine, Italy, Busan International Film Festival in South Korea, Exground Film Festival in Wiesbaden, Germany, and Singapore Media Festival in Singapore. Featured in these are retrospectives of films, exhibits and educational talks that highlight the journey of Philippine Cinema to where it is today.

As 2019 approaches, the agency and the National Organizing Committee will enjoin various sectors to ensure the nationwide celebration of the centennial event.

8 Reasons Not To Miss the 18th World Bazaar Festival

Wazzup Pilipinas!

Now on its 18th year, the World Bazaar Festival – the country’s longest running annual charity bazaar is back to present another unforgettable holiday experience with a “Boogie Woobie” Christmas! At WBF 2018, bazaar goers can expect to find a cool, retro-themed bazaar ambiance along with an array of event highlights that will surely evoke the same unfiltered happiness that we often associate with bygone holiday memories.

For a complete rundown of what to expect, here are the must-see pocket activities and signature event highlights that are set to unfold at this year’s WBF!

A shopping extravaganza like no other
Housing over 800 booths made up of local and foreign exhibitors from countries such as Thailand, India, and Singapore, easily find all your holiday shopping needs at WBF 2018! What’s more is that, aside from the wide array of products and gift ideas, there will also be specialized shopping sites within the venue such as the Designers Avenue, the Christmas Village, and the Department of Agriculture Pavilion.

Kid idols are back to bring magic and joy in our hearts
Guaranteed to tickle the hearts of many and put a smile on everyone’s faces are the participating kids at this year’s Woobie’s Kid Idol Competition which is set to happen on December 15 at WBF 2018.

Holiday hymns and beats
A series of music-filled events will be happening throughout the 10-day bazaar such as the Street Dance Competition on December 16, the Himig ng Pasko choir singing competition on December 20, and the Christmas Carol with the Angels singing charity event.

Delectable holiday goodies to go
Find all your favorite pinoy goodies like Chocovron, Poland Hopia, Tita Ely’s products, and so much more at Woobie’s Goodies.

Up your style game at Bloggers United
Coming together for a holiday edition of the Bloggers United are some of the country’s top fashion and beauty bloggers. To be held on December 15 at WBF 2018, this season’s BU is a great opportunity to score awesome and affordable finds from the most stylish influencers in the metro.

Shop your favorite star’s closet
At this year’s Celebrity Pavilion, not only will visitors get the chance to meet their favorite showbiz personalities but also, shop their closets.

A pet affair to remember
Pet parents are sure to enjoy a fun-filled day with their pets with the series of pet-centered events happening at WBF 2018. On December 15, dress up your pets for a chance to win prizes at the 12 Dogs of Christmas. Meanwhile, Woobie’s Pet Expo is a one-day shopping event that will feature a diverse selection of all things pet-related.

Shop and dine to your heart’s content
After a long day of shopping, head on over to Woobie’s Food World to rest, relax, and bond with your loved ones over good food and drinks such as Yellow Mango, World of Fries, Snowcone, McDonald’s, King Sue, Sushie Kenzie, and Chops to Go to name a few.



A time for giving
At the heart of WBF is its desire to make every holiday season meaningful for every Filipino. Just like in the past, this year’s WBF visitors are given the chance to take part in humble acts of charity as part of the proceeds from the show will be for the benefit of the ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation.

Organized by Worldbex Services International, the 18th World Bazaar Festival in partnership with ABSCBN is officially opening its doors from December 12 to 22, 2018, from Sunday to Thursday (12nn -10pm) and Friday to Saturday (10am -12 MN), at the World Trade Center Manila. For more information, follow World Bazaar Festival on Facebook and @worldbazaarfestival on Instagram or go to www.worldbazaarfestival.com.

What Happened last Oz Goose Nationals 2018 Race Weekends?

Wazzup Pilipinas! What happened last November 3-4, 2018 weekend Oz Goose National Championship Sailing? See the result above done by the master and the commander. But what matters most is that the sailors have a lot of fun. Aside from racing in Taal Lake to Hollywood costume party during Saturday night and victory party awarding on Sunday. So what we did is the we made a series of interview to most of participants and organizers.

From the Oz Goose race director that made the series of event happen, TLYC owner, pro sail athletes, boat racers, students, boat builders supporters, PWD's, kids and even spectators for the past 5 decades.  The profile of racers were as young a 9 years old and as old as 59 year old boat designer. We stayed at the stationary leisure boat where the geese circumnavigate. 

5 Tips to Turn Your Online Leads Into Sales

Wazzup Pilipinas!

Truth be told, online leads does not immediately convert to sales. It takes time, effort and patience for leads to materialize and turn into actual deals. Sellers often get hundreds of queries online but only one or two leads will prosper. In reality, agents and sellers also invest in potential clients by giving them attention, nurturing their relationship and developing trust. Nowadays, clients are looking for someone who will go the extra mile in understanding their needs and providing them with options that meet their expectations.

While there is no cookie-cutter approach to converting leads to sales, there are some tricks of the trade to help you out.

1. Time is of the essence. Whenever you receive online leads, your goal should always be to respond within five minutes. Prospective clients normally contact multiple agents at the same time and the first one to respond gets an edge over the others. A study done by MIT’s Dr. James Oldroyd for UK-based lead tracking software company showed that the odds of contacting a lead if he is called within five minutes are 100 times higher compared to another contacted in 30 minutes. It doesn’t even have to be an answer right away. You just have to respond in some way and acknowledge that you’ve received their query and get back to them at the soonest possible time.

2. Be a resource person. Oftentimes, people reaching out to agents online are those with minimal experience in real estate. They have no connections with agents and are basically starting from scratch. They go online to research, talk to as many agents as possible and compare multiple offers. What will set you apart is when you offer valuable insights and expert advice that they couldn’t find anywhere else. Prospective clients will appreciate inputs like, “this property developer has been in the real estate business for X years now and I can say that they deliver quality work based on the properties I’ve seen” or “This condominium developer has lower association fees compared to X developer with the same amenities.”

3. Make sure to follow-up with your online leads. Follow-ups are as important as responding immediately to leads. Prospective clients want to deal with agents who show concern and interest to them. It’s important to make your presence felt by being there every step of the way. Build trust by responding to their questions immediately. You have to be persistent and ask questions that matter to clients—what are their preferred areas? Do they have children? What kind of amenities are they looking for? What are the establishments that should be within close proximity to their property? These types of questions show that you want to help them find a home and you’re not just after the sales.

4. Avoid hard-selling. Persistence doesn’t mean you become overbearing that potential clients treat you as a nuisance. For newbie agents, it’s easy to fall into the trap of hard-selling especially when you’re excited to close your first deal. In sales, it’s important to practice self-restraint and allow clients to have a little breathing room. Follow-ups are okay but if you call five times a day, chances are you’ll have to deal with a pissed client. Also, avoid putting pressure on clients with lines like, “There are only two units left in that condominium so you have to put a reservation now” or “Two other clients are also looking at that property and they may put an offer ahead of you so act fast.”

5. Take advantage of Lamudi’s Lead Management Tool. In today’s rapid technological advancement, it’s important to have tools that will help to achieve your desired results from online leads. Lamudi’s Lead Management Tool is designed to help property sellers manage their listings, follow up leads and generate new business efficiently. Its user-friendly dashboard and integrations allow sellers to track their leads and optimize their sales pipeline. Some of its features include Lead Tagging which allows sellers to view prospective buyers who visited their listings and expressed interest, Messaging which connects the seller and buyer via chat, SMS and calls, and Lead Profiling which keeps details specific to each lead such as preferred location, budget range and property size.