03/05/2026
[𝟑/𝟑] 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐛𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
𝘼𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙪𝙗𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙙𝙧𝙞𝙛𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙪𝙥𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙡𝙮 𝙠𝙞𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙠𝙮, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙣 𝙞𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙡 𝙤𝙛 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙩 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙡𝙮 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜.
The Grand Finale drew near on 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, and the energy shifted. The bubbles were seen fleeting—a collective will that became a fragile breath of soap and water, destined to pop the moment it touched the stage. But for us, these bubbles were never just air. They were the silent carriers of our late nights, the shimmering vessels of our shared anxieties, and the iridescent dreams of a community that refused to stay grounded.
𝐖𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 : 𝐀𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐞
People from various backgrounds sat together to talk about their values and listen to each other’s stories. These conversations helped everyone see past their differences, proving that we can have different beliefs and still be part of one kind community.
After a shared lunch, the Interfaith Jam started at 1:00 PM, filling the air with music and energy. This celebration showed that art and rhythm can bring people together regardless of their traditions. It was a simple but powerful reminder that we can honor our own heritage while still respecting the beauty in others. By the end of the day, it was clear that while our customs might vary, we all share the same goal: to live together in peace and friendship.
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲’𝐬 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝟑 𝐊𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲
The afternoon began with the Community Run. The streets in Obrero turned into a 3 Kilometer Course starting at the USeP Gate 1 with its route ending to the University Field, the run does not end on a string but in the tied the relationships between all the participants. The event saw an overwhelming turnout of teenagers, many of whom were joined by their parents, turning a simple athletic run into a meaningful family bonding.
A unique highlight of the run was the use of toy guns loaded with watered food colors throughout the route. At various intervals, participants were greeted by volunteers equipped with color-loaded buckets with a free cup of water for them to rehydrate if they wish to, dousing the runners in a variety of vibrant hues. These bursts of color served as a visual representation of the joy and diversity within the community. For the teenagers and children with their parents, being covered in these bright shades added playfulness to the serious mission of charity, turning the 3-kilometer journey into a shared, multi-colored memory of their family.
At the heart of this run, seeing families across the finish line covered with different colors while smiling and laughing with their friends, children, and loved ones was a powerful sight. Witnessing students, professionals, and casual runners participate together proved that this event truly represented the heart of the USePian community. By bringing everyone together in a spirit of joy and service, the initiative confirmed that the university is more than just a school; it is a place where everyone belongs and finds their true home
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐀 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲
Hospitality took center stage as the event transitioned into a massive community gathering. In a gesture that mirrored the traditional Filipino fiesta, student officers took it upon themselves to ensure every attendee felt valued. Breaking the expectations of a typical school event, free meal inclusions were distributed directly to the crowd, fostering an atmosphere of abundance and care.
For visitors, the warmth was unexpected. A student from the University of Mindanao remarked: “Buotan kaayo ang mga officers! Sila pa mismo ang niduol sa amoa ug nanghatag sa mga inclusions. Wala mi nag expect nga ang among tickets kay naay libreng pagkaon. Murag tinuod gyud nga fiesta—busog kaayo mi – naka-ingon nalang mi pagtunol nila ug apil daay mi ani?” — A student from the University of Mindan
𝐔𝐧𝐭𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐊𝐨: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐑𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭
The CCOmunifest Raffle Draw served as the definitive highlight of the day’s proceedings, instilling a sense of profound anticipation throughout the day. As the drawing commenced, a focused silence fell over the venue, with students closely monitoring their entries in hopes of a favorable outcome.
A student whispered “Unta Mabunotan ko” — A statement that all of us wanted to happen but luck had its own way and a simple wish can have a big reason behind it. “Ug mabunutan ko, dako naning tabang sa akoa” a student said.
But, will faith find its way back to you when the chosen one is nowhere to be found? — The ground shook with disappointment when their names were not called upon for the big prizes, however, as the countdown started for the chosen one to be at the stage a whisper lingered “Naa kaya siya? unta naapa koy chance mabunotan ko”.
Several times, the luck of every person present was tested by the odds. However, the grand raffle prize was being claimed, and everyone started to cheer instead for the lucky winner. A runner shared “Pati ako nakulbaan biskan wala koy ticket”.
𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐈 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐀 𝐁𝐮𝐛𝐛𝐥𝐞 – 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 : 𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲
As the sun set, the University Field transformed for the CCOlor Burst Party. The air was filled with rhythmic beats and a sense of shared joy that transcended school affiliations. The party became a sanctuary for students to unwind, especially for those standing at the threshold of a new chapter in their lives.
For the graduating class, the night held a sentimental weight. One USeP Intern noted that the celebration served as the "best possible graduation gift," providing a moment of pure enjoyment before the rigors of the professional world begin.
The music and energy drew in a diverse crowd, proving that the bubbles of CCOmunifest reached far beyond the campus gates, it makes the students free – free and floating. A first-year student from BALCS (Janna Demafeliz) said “IT WAS SOOO FUN! The hype built around the event when it was first announced lived up to its expectations. From start to finish, the event's energy never died down since everyone, whether from inside or outside the campus, really enjoyed it. It even received multiple praises from visitors after it was finished. I can see the way it was organized contributed greatly to its success”
As the bubbles nearly reach its final destination, the true essence of a fiesta lies in its open arms. In Filipino culture, a fiesta isn’t just a party for the people who live there; it is a sacred tradition of welcoming every traveler, neighbor, and stranger as if they were family. The moment you stepped onto the University Field, you weren't just an outsider or a visitor—you were a family.
This feeling of being welcomed went beyond just an invitation. It was found in the smiles of every student, that even those from other schools felt the warmth of the USePian community. The CCOmunifest 2026, was the joy you have felt and your presence was what made the celebration complete. The time when we share the food, the music, and the space so freely, we prove that the best kind of growth happens when we make room for everyone at the table.
𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒖𝒃𝒃𝒍𝒆𝒔 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒅, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒓𝒊𝒑𝒑𝒍𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝒘𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒖𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒅, 𝒕𝒐𝒖𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒍𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝒍𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒇𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒕 𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒉𝒂𝒔 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒚𝒆𝒅.