I am a 20-year-old second-year BSEd Biology student. My journey with science began early, driven by my deep love for pets and my childhood ambition to become a veterinarian. Although I didn’t have the opportunity to be part of an advanced class in elementary school, my fascination with science never wavered. I often thought I would never be an academic achiever because I didn’t receive an honorable dismissal in elementary. However, during my high school years, my academic journey took a turn. I began to believe in my academic potential when teachers started recognizing my strengths in quizzes, exams, oral recitations, and craftsmanship in various projects. This shift was significant for me, demonstrating that growth and improvement were always possible. It marked a turning point in my journey, and despite my earlier challenges, I started to have more confidence in my own abilities. 

My path led me to Lapu-Lapu City, where I continued to grow academically before transferring to Lanao, just as the pandemic hit. Even though the circumstances were tough, I remained committed to my studies and my role as an active participant in class discussions. I eventually graduated with high honors and became the class valedictorian of my senior high school class. My academic journey serves as a testament to the fact that intelligence isn't something you're born with, but something that can be cultivated through hard work, perseverance, and a desire to learn. It's never too late to achieve academic success, and I’ve learned that what you do today shapes the person you will become tomorrow.

"Unsa imong course nga gikuha, gang?" "Educ, ate," "Aw maayo na, parehas sa imong mama."

Being young, I really haven't thought of myself being in front of the class and teaching kids something. Coming from a family of mostly teachers, I planned on taking up something different, something medicine-related.  At least, that's what I thought. As I grew older, the things that I wanted changed. Suddenly, I'm in MSU-IIT taking up BSED-Biology, a program for teaching. For the past months I've spent inside the university, I've grown fond of it. Fond of the classes, the people, the moral lessons it gave me, and most especially the idea of teaching. I am excited to know where this path of life will take me. With God's guidance, I aspire to be one of the people that imparts knowledge. 

Ms. Jas Atasha Leia Costo, LPT, soon at your service!

I am a 19-year-old second-year BSEd Physics student. My journey in science began when I was in grade 8 high school, I was chosen to represent our school in a Division Science-fair contest. Back then I was not really interested in science but because of my coach in that contest, my perspective about science changes. During that time before the contest, I studied a lot of books for our preparation in the contest, and one thing that really caught my attention are the books of my Coach about Science Amazing Facts. I used to share the things I learned to my classmates which boosted my morale and motivates me more into studying. In that instance, I was fascinated and started to dedicate myself into learning more about science. 

Since 1st grade in High School, I represented our school in Science-Fairs and other sports until I graduated. Balancing my academic life and life as a student athlete. Eventually, I graduated with high honors and became the class valedictorian of my senior high school class. In my academic journey, all I seek is something fun, but guess what? Learning something new is very fun and interesting.