The GUIDON

Halfway through the second semester, The GUIDON’s February–March issue revisits notable campus and nationwide events and developments, while also spotlighting communities often overlooked in these changes. Read The GUIDON’s February–March 2026 issue here: tgdn.co/FebMar2026

OPINION: What “bring back bullying” reveals is less about humor, and more about a willingness to normalize exclusion and dismiss harm. When the cost of a joke is someone else’s self-worth, it becomes a question of what we are willing to normalize—and who we are willing to overlook in the process. tgdn.co/3QrOPms

INTERNATIONAL UPDATE: The United States (US) and Iran have agreed to a conditional two-week ceasefire, following last-minute negotiations brought about by US President Donald Trump's earlier threats to carry out attacks on Tehran if it failed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump later backed down from the ultimatum as talks progressed. The agreement, relayed through Pakistan as a mediator, includes Iran pausing attacks and allowing safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, while the US and its allies suspend military operations. #BeyondLoyola

SCITECH: Conservation bias towards “more charismatic species” leaves equally important species overlooked, underscoring the need for holistic research and attention to all forms of biodiversity. tgdn.co/41kt6iN

UNIVERSITY UPDATE: The Ateneo Commission on Elections (COMELEC) officially opens the filing of candidacy for the 2026 Sanggunian Special Elections, as stated in a post today, April 8. Aspiring candidates may submit their required files from April 8 to 15. Notably, all requirements must be submitted to the Ateneo COMELEC’s email. #SpecialElections2026 #OnwardTowardsTheLight #BlueBallot

UNIVERSITY UPDATE: The Office of Admission and Aid (OAA) has begun releasing college admission results for AY 2026–2027. Applicants can expect to receive their results via email. Applicants who have yet to receive a decision are advised to continue monitoring their registered email addresses, including their spam and promotions folders.

@Eloi_TheGDN This concludes our coverage of the AIS x Flock Consultation on the Climate Action Plan and Biodiversity Action Plan. Thank you for joining us. | via @Eloi_TheGDN

@Eloi_TheGDN On student involvement, Delocado acknowledges student concerns that may be raised during the public consultation later today with the VPA to discuss major campus initiatives. | via @Eloi_TheGDN

HAPPENING NOW: The Ateneo Institute of Sustainability (AIS) hosts AIS x Flock Consultation on the Climate Action Plan and Biodiversity Action Plan, at Heyden Hall, Manila Observatory from 9 to 11AM. | via @Eloi_TheGDN

NEWS: In the 2026 Sangguian General Elections, Atenean students voted to ratify the 2026 Undergraduate Constitution and reaccredit three student sectors back into the Sanggunian Central Assembly. Meanwhile, Special Elections are scheduled from April 8 to May 2. tgdn.co/4dAOkjJ #GeneralElections2026 #TogetherTowardsTheLight #BlueBallot

MULTIMEDIA: Settling on a space Deciding on where to go between classes can be one of the hardest decisions because of the countless hang-out spots around campus. With these seven options, where would you decide to spend your time? Graphic by Arian Patrocinio