Author Archives: Aleks

About Aleks

Engr. Aleksandre Pates (a.k.a. Aleks or André) is an I.T. Professional and Electronics Engineer by profession, but it didn’t hinder him to enrich his skills and broaden his experience in theater and literary. He is also a College Instructor/Professor, Playwright, Artistic/Creative Director, Singer, Songwriter/Composer, Resource Speaker/Lecturer of Campus Journalism, Editorial Writing, Creative Writing and Leadership Empowerment for Youth. He is a Palanca Awardee, and he was the Editor-In-Chief of The Philippine Artisan (official student publication of TUP-Manila) from 2003-2007. He is a Certified Oracle Partner Expert since 2010, a Certified Harvard Connected Manager, and a member of the prolific playwright organizations in the Philippines, The WritersBloc. He also holds numerous positions in socio-civic and professional organizations like Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines (IECEP – Manila Chapter), FEU Institute of Technology, and De La Salle Araneta University Alumni Association, Inc.

The Ideal Packaging

When I was a kid and there’s a storm, I always expect for the amazing formation of a rainbow caused by the refraction and reflection of light waves as it passed through the droplets of water. Thus, in one of … Continue reading

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IECEP AGM FOR 2012

The Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. (IECEP, Inc.) invites all Professional Electronics Engineers (PECEs), Electronics Engineers (ECEs) and Electronics Technicians (ECTs) to attend the International Electronics Conference and Exposition Philippines to be held at Philippine Trade Training … Continue reading

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Preserving Mankind with Kojie.san Men

Do you think vanity is just for women and ladies!? In this modern era, I don’t think so. Even your favorite pet Shih Tzu or Persian cat need grooming not just for vanity but for hygienic purposes as well. Hence … Continue reading

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How the Legacy Continues: Long Live The Bourne

After his astonishing role as Hawkeye (a hero turned into a villain then back to being hero again)  in the film The Avengers, Jeremy Renner has proven once again that his star will continue to shine brightly in his newest … Continue reading

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PA Circa 2001-2007 Reunites

There is a saying that time is the most precious gift that you can give to anyone… So despite their busy schedules and after five longing years out of the campus, the six editors and a senior staffer of The … Continue reading

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DLSAE holds Victory Party

The Dulaang La Salle Araneta Ensemble (DLSAE), the official University theatre group of De La Salle Araneta University held their victory party for the success of last school year’s musical production ‘A is E for Laila’, June 2012.  Ms. Jennifer … Continue reading

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TheUnspoken acoustic band

Meet TheUnspoken band… TheUnspoken band consists of four members: Leks (Lead Guitar), Jake (Rhythm/2nd Guitar), Niña May (female vocalist), and André (male vocalist/road manager). The former name of the band is PS Sessionista and it was formed during the summer … Continue reading

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Simple Ways To Take Care of The Eyes

Prevention is always better than cure so here are few tips on how to take care of our eyes: Sleep 6-8 hours daily. Avoid wearing contact lenses for more than 12 hours. Wear UV protective shades or sunglasses. Take a … Continue reading

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The Wonders of Epi-Lasik

It’s true that beauty is in the eye of the beholder… But if one cannot see the picture clearly, the so-called beauty is just wasted because he or she cannot appreciate that. There is lot of reasons why human suffers … Continue reading

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Battleship: The Battle for the Unknown

When we say sci-fi, we are thinking of an event that could possibly happen to Earth in the far future (I don’t say near future since I consider that ‘near’ today). Aside from high-end technologies, every notion to aliens, invaders … Continue reading

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