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.

West EIT Team Building: Paradise at Padi

If one can say, there’s a paradise in Boracay and Pagudgud because of its impressive white sand beaches, well I can say that Padi has its own definition of paradise here in Morong Bataan. Just before the summer season has … Continue reading

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VISITA IGLESIA: My Personal Journey

The Philippines is the only country in South East Asia where majority of the people are Roman Catholic. If we are going to trace back the richness of our history, the Spaniards led by the Magellan’s Expedition brought it to … Continue reading

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The Hunger Games is like a Big Brother House with Twists

I’ve watched the last full show of this movie on its opening night last month, and all I can say is that, it’s like a Big Brother house with a twist. Not just simple twists but complicated ones. Suzanne Collins … Continue reading

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IT Professionals celebrate Oracle Day 2012

More than hundreds of IT professionals, stock holders, and business owners from different companies gathered together to celebrate Oracle Day Manila 2012 held at Rigodon Ballroom, The Peninsula Manila Hotel, Ayala Avenue, Makati City, March 14.  With the theme, Your … Continue reading

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The Devil Inside: Almost believable…

I’m a fan of horror movies: not just a typical fan but an avid fan. I always look forward in watching thriller movies and I really like the feeling of being alone after watching it and scaring myself. I’m not … Continue reading

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Dulaang La Salle Araneta Ensemble: Ang Patuloy Na Pagkinang

A is E For Laila Ito ang ikaapat na pagkakataon sa magkakasunod na taunang pampaaralan na maipamalas ng grupong Dulaang La Salle Araneta Ensemble (DLSAE) ang kanilang mga talento sa tanghalan.     “Hindi kailangang mamatay muli ang liwanag na nasindihan.” … Continue reading

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