Make ORCOM Your Destination

where we are headed

Summer is here!

During my three years in college, all I worry about as this season approaches are what style and color of swimwear and summer paraphernalia I should buy (I know! I'm maarte like that! HIHI) and where me and my family will go for our vacation. Now, that's not even included in my toplist of worries.

Aside from meeting deadlines for our majors, I sort of wonder what career/field I really want to pursue, where I should apply for a job, what I should place in my resume', and all other questions that come to mind regarding summer internship. Yes, this summer, we shall be taking OC 180 (Practicum!!!). It requires you to complete a 200-hour of supervised internship in any company of your choice.

I already sent online applications to various companies, mostly specializing in Public Relations, Corporate Communication, Marketing, and Advertising. What's good about OrCom is that it does not limit you to a specific field. However, it's a bit difficult trying to choose which particular field you like, especially when you take classes/subjects that present this particular field in a very interesting and enjoyable manner (kc nmn eh! HAHA).

There's a variety of career paths for OrCom students. There's Corporate Communication, Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Human Resources, and other media-related professions. It's also a pre-law (one of the reasons why I love OrCom!). I want to pursue a career in law and I love communications at the same time (Why choose when you can have both? ryt?)

One OrCom alumni who gave a talk about her career in Singapore told us how OrCom really helped her climb the corporate ladder and adjust to the new environment and culture in that country. She said that OrCom people are masters of all trades because they don't specialize in a specific field. Rather, they are trained to adapt well and excel in whatever field they decided to pursue.

A good decision is necessary. As for me, I haven't really figured out yet which path I'd like to take (boo!) but I know that my internship experience will help me decide. I'm nervous but I'm also excited (maybe even more excited than shopping for a swimsuit. HIHI) to be a part of the corporate world this summer, at least for 2 months.

Hmmm...the beach and the swimwear can wait :)) see yah!

the madaldal one goes public

Madaldal. Ask anyone about me and that's probably the first thing that will pop in their heads. Some even say that I'm made for Orcom, since I'm one talkative person. Little did they know that when it comes to speaking in public, the madaldal Angge becomes, well, hindi madaldal.



The madaldal one reviewing her notes before going public.


One of the skills that we learn and practice in Orcom is public speaking. Several classes are devoted to honing one's speech skills. Prior to being an Orcom student, I can say that I was an okay speaker. But thanks to the training Orcom provides us, I've become a better speaker. Naks. Haha!

places, places, places

The places to be. (What?)

When you get to CAS and you search for any OrCom student, there are only a few places you have to check.

And you guessed right, on top of the list is The Library. Why? Well, why not? You're looking for UP students, after all. HAHA. Kidding aside, yes, it's true. The library has become a very important place for every OrCom student. It's a place for everything--for group meetings, for studying, for sharing gossips, and even for sleeping. When you get lucky, you can also satisfy your Net needs here. And when you get even luckier, you can still satisfy your tummy needs (ask Paula or Jona, they've eaten here. =)).



Next place to look in, the classrooms of course. A classroom is a great hanging-out place, if it's not frequented by guards of all ranks. It serves as heaven for people who want to keep on their jackets in spite of the hot weather (in other words: aircon). It can also do what The Library does--lets you eat, talk, sleep, and study. It's sad that most classrooms in CAS are not eyes-friendly. But they still give us what we need--a home inside a home (awwww).




Last (is it?),is the RH Lobby. This is, I say, the most free (term check?) of all places. Well, except for the fact that you cannot use the sockets for cellphone- or laptop-charging, one can do almost anything here. Like in the picture, we're painting. HAHA. It's not everyday that people paint stuffs here, don't worry. The lobby could also be a place for song and dance rehearsals, gossip sharing, eating (especially when the caf's full), and group meetings (when The Library's full also). In fact, when there's nowhere you want to stay at, or when you just don't wanna tackle the Great Staircase, the RH Lobby is just the place to be.


So there. Go to CAS, to these places, and try to enjoy the sights.
The best way to get here? Through the OrCom avenue, of course!

Christmas 2008

An OrCom person knows when to have fun.

This was December of 2008, OrCom Batch2010's first (?) Christmas party (thanks and hugs to Samantha de Asis for organizing =)).

There were games, of course. But the craziest of party games. (Let's not mention specifics, okay?) And food, definitely. For if there's one thing that keeps all OrCom students bonded, it's food. HAHA. Yes, we eat alot.

The highlight of the party? I really don't know, because things seemed to get all mixed up that day. Imagine Paula reading at one corner of the room while Ace kept on using Kat's Magic Sing at another corner. Sheesh. Well, I guess what made everyone feel good was the exchange of gifts. Too bad not everyone joined, but those who did were thankful (!) and happy (!!).

So you think college is an all-work-and-no-play stint? You thought wrong. OrCom is all-work-and-all-play. HAHA.

take it from someone who knew

Here at OrCom, we try to learn anywhere, anytime. But, only from the best instructors.

OrCom students really do get out of their way to learn from and to meet new people. We do not just depend on what our books say (or our classmates' reporting handouts). We do not just rely on our photocopied or downloaded readings. We also go and talk to those who really know the works of their fields.

An interview with Mr. Hans Koch about Corporate Blogging is just one. We are tasked to conduct a classroom seminar regarding the topic. And what better way to gather information that to interview someone who's living on it, right?

Why a blog?

We chose to create a blog for OrCom because of so many reasons.

First, because it is something we do not think anyone else has done.

Second, because we want to get as personal, as conversational, and as homey as possible in the eyes of our readers/visitors/followers.

Third, because we want a venue for our thoughts--academic and non-academic--where we would feel free to express everything and anything we think of.

Fourth, because we think this is something a lot of younger people (especially our juniors) could identify themselves with.

Fifth, because we enjoy blogging for whatever reason we can think of.

And the list could go on.

So, enjoy reading the posts following this one.

Where are you headed? In the path of life you are currently taking, where is your next stop?

OrCom, perhaps?