Philippine Society of Youth Science Clubs

Pictures are up!

Hello everyone! We are pleased to tell you that the pictures are already up in the psysc multiply account.

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We shall be posting camp pictures here in the website as well but it will take a lot of time processing and hosting them so we have decided to post the photos in the multiply account. Please be advised that you need to have an account in multiply to be able to post your comments however, everyone is welcome to view them.

Happy viewing!

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CAMP BATAAN ‘09: A Recap

Camp Bataan has ended yet the memory lives on to each one of us who became part of it. More than seven hundred people attended the five-day event to learn more about the environment and as the days unfold not only learnings were earned but also friendship and camaraderie among the sandayos (campers).

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3 Days Before Camp!

The camp is just around the corner and we’re pretty sure you are about as excited as we are. We have a huge number for this year’s camp and in a few days you will meet and greet all the participants, guests and the staff. But before you take that trip, be sure that you are set for this summer adventure that you’ll cherish for the rest of your life. Here are a few tips to make the best out of this experience. More…

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CAMP ‘09 Topics and Speakers

We’re beefing up this year’s camp and with that we present you the following experts in the field to give you the latest in the following topics in the earth sciences.

Biodiversity and Conservation Biology
The core of this topic will revolve around the rich flora and fauna found and endemic species in the Philippines.

• Plant Biodiversity

  Dr. Daniel Lagunzad

  Professor, Institute of Biology

  University of the Philippines

• Animal Biodiversity

  Dr. Lemnuel Aragones

  Associate Professor, Institute of Environmental Science and Meteorology

  University of the Philippines

• Biodiversity Teaching

  Dr. Catherine Barreto-Lagunzad

  Professor, Department of Biology

  Ateneo de Manila University

Hydrogeology
This field greatly deals with the water we drink. Scarcity, contaminants and solutions to these problems will be discussed.

• Water Resources: Science Management

  Dr. Guillermo Tabios, III

  Director, National Hydraulic Research Center

  University of the Philippines

• Hydrology

  Dr. Leonardo Liongson

  Professor, Institute of Civil Engineering

  University of the Philippines

Energy Engineering
Introduces students to energy policies and economy as a whole. It will discuss different alternative energies available in the country.

• Energy Science

  Dr. Carlo Arcilla

  Director, National Institute of Geological Science

  University of the Philippines

Global Warming and Climate Change
This topic will deal with the impact of global warming and climate change in the Philippines

• Climate Change

  Dr. Gemma Narisma

  Department of Physics and Manila Observatory

  Ateneo de Manila University

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ATTENTION: CAMP 2009 Contests Guidelines

Contest mechanics are now available. Due to length, we will not be posting the guidelines here but you may request for a soft copy by leaving a reply to this post. Delegates are encouraged to join the seven (7) competitions in store for you:

1. Camp Song - create an original composition about your life as  a camper or a science clubber

2. Enviro-photo Journalism - for the photography enthusiasts, this is your time to shine.

3. Pasafest - share your own culture and local delicacies to everyone.

4. CAMP Idol - a performance night of cultural dance.

5. Poster Making - express your creative side through visual art

6. Quiz bee  - the most coveted competition knowledge in both school and subcamp categories

7. Essay writing -  show us how your literary work makes a difference in our changing world

The competitions are either individual or team categories. Specific guidelines and criteria for judging are elaborated in the guidelines. If you still don’t have a copy, please let us know so we can furnish one for you.

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