Arellano University Politeia

𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒕’𝒔 𝑨 𝑪𝒂𝒔𝒆! 𝑴𝒐𝒄𝒌 𝑻𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒄𝒍𝒖𝒅𝒆𝒅!

And that brings our Mock Trial to a close! From opening statements to the final arguments, our participants had the opportunity to put their legal knowledge, critical thinking, and argumentation skills into practice.

A big thank you to our judges, participants, organizers, and everyone who supported the event. Your time, effort, and participation helped make the courtroom experience a memorable one.

Until the next case, see you in court!

𝑷𝒉𝒐𝒕𝒐𝒔 𝒃𝒚: Daniela Nicole Liganad | Finance Chair
𝑭𝒓𝒂𝒎𝒆 𝒃𝒚: Andrea Nichole Pineda, Cloe Codillo | PubRel Members
𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒃𝒚: John Paul Ebarre | PubRel Chair

𝑺𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒌𝒔 𝑻𝒐 𝑩𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒊 𝑻𝒂𝒏-𝑫𝒆𝒍𝒂 𝑪𝒓𝒖𝒛 & 𝑳𝒐𝒑𝒆𝒛 𝑳𝒂𝒘!

The success of our Mock Trial was made possible through the support of those who helped make this learning experience possible.

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Balisi Tan-Dela Cruz & Lopez Law for their valuable support and generosity towards the event. Your contribution helped provide our participants with a meaningful opportunity to experience the courtroom setting, apply their knowledge, and develop their legal reasoning and communication skills.

Thank you for being part of this event and for supporting activities that encourage learning, growth, and practical experience.

𝑷𝒖𝒃𝒎𝒂𝒕 𝒃𝒚: Cloe Codillo | PubCom Member
𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒃𝒚: John Paul Ebarre | PubRel Chair

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑻𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑰𝒔 𝑶𝒏𝒈𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈!

The proceedings are underway as the Prosecution and Defense continue to present their sides of the case. Arguments are being made, points are being challenged, and the courtroom is getting into the heart of the action.

Stay tuned for more as our participants continue to put their legal knowledge and courtroom skills to the test.

𝑷𝒉𝒐𝒕𝒐𝒔 𝒃𝒚: Daniela Nicole Liganad | Finance Chair
𝑭𝒓𝒂𝒎𝒆 𝒃𝒚: Andrea Nichole Pineda, Cloe Codillo | PubRel Members
𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒃𝒚: John Paul Ebarre | PubRel Chair

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒐𝒄𝒌 𝑻𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑰𝒔 𝑵𝒐𝒘 𝑰𝒏 𝑺𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏!

The courtroom is officially open, and our Mock Trial is now underway! The Prosecution and Defense are ready to present their arguments, examine the case, and put their legal skills into action.

Stay tuned as the proceedings unfold and the participants take on their roles in the courtroom.
Let the trial begin!

𝑷𝒉𝒐𝒕𝒐𝒔 𝒃𝒚: Daniela Nicole Liganad | Finance Chair
𝑭𝒓𝒂𝒎𝒆 𝒃𝒚: Andrea Nichole Pineda, Cloe Codillo | PubRel Members
𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒃𝒚: John Paul Ebarre | PubRel Chair

𝟏𝒔𝒕 𝑮𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝑨𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒎𝒃𝒍𝒚 𝒊𝒔 𝒏𝒐𝒘 𝒐𝒏𝒈𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈!

The 1st General Assembly of the Political Science students is now underway. This assembly discuss important matters, share updates, and strengthen coordination for the academic year ahead.

𝑷𝒉𝒐𝒕𝒐𝒔 𝒃𝒚: Daniela Nicole Liganad | Finance Chair
𝑭𝒓𝒂𝒎𝒆 𝒃𝒚: Andrea Nichole Pineda, Cloe Codillo | PubCom Members
𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒃𝒚: John Paul Ebarre | PubRel Chair

𝑯𝑨𝑷𝑷𝒀 𝑩𝑰𝑹𝑻𝑯𝑫𝑨𝒀, 𝑱𝑨𝑵𝑫𝑹𝑨𝑬 𝒁𝑶𝑵𝑰𝑶! 🎉

Here’s to another year of new experiences, exciting opportunities, and moments worth remembering! May your birthday bring you genuine happiness, good memories, and time spent with the people who matter most.

May the year ahead be filled with growth, success, and countless reasons to smile. Keep doing what you love, stay true to yourself, and continue making every moment count.

Wishing you a wonderful birthday and an amazing year ahead, Jandrae! 💜

𝑻𝒐𝒅𝒂𝒚’𝒔 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑫𝒂𝒚!

The wait is over! Our Mock Trial is happening today, and the courtroom is ready for the Prosecution and Defense to make their case.

Arguments are prepared, evidence is ready, and the participants are set to put their legal knowledge, critical thinking, and courtroom skills into action. It’s time to bring those arguments to the table, respond to the opposition, and see how the case unfolds.

Get ready, stay sharp, and enjoy the trial. See you in court!

𝑷𝒖𝒃𝒎𝒂𝒕 𝒃𝒚: Lindsey Sonajo
𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒃𝒚: John Paul Ebarre | PubRel Chair

𝟏 𝑫𝒂𝒚 𝑻𝒐 𝑮𝒐 𝑩𝒆𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑻𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑩𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒔!

Only 1 day remains before our Mock Trial takes place. Tomorrow, the courtroom will come to life as the Prosecution and Defense teams face each other and make their case through well-prepared arguments and legal analysis. Every statement, objection, and piece of reasoning will play an important role throughout the proceedings.

We are one step closer to seeing the trial unfold. See you in court!

𝑷𝒖𝒃𝒎𝒂𝒕 𝒃𝒚: Lindsey Sonajo
𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒃𝒚: John Paul Ebarre | PubRel Chair

𝑴𝒆𝒆𝒕 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑱𝒖𝒅𝒈𝒆𝒔!

The courtroom is set, the arguments are prepared, and now it’s time to meet the distinguished panel who will preside over our Mock Trial.

🏛️ PRESIDING JUDGE: Atty. Edcel Greco Alexandre B. Lagman

A dedicated public servant and seasoned leader, Atty. Lagman served as the former Governor, Vice-Governor, and Representative of the 1st District of Albay. Throughout his legislative career, he authored landmark laws including the Centenarian Act (R.A. 10868), Mandatory PhilHealth Coverage for Senior Citizens (R.A. 10645), Picture-Based Health Warnings on To***co Products (R.A. 10643), and Mandatory SUC Scholarship Grants for Top Public High School Graduates. Today, he continues his legal advocacy as a Principal Petitioner in a landmark Supreme Court petition challenging the constitutionality of unprogrammed national budget appropriations.

⚖️ ASSISTING JUDGE: Atty. Elmar "Miko" Barreda

An accomplished litigation lawyer, Atty. Barreda is the Founder of BARREDA Law and Partner at LAGMAN Law. Specializing in criminal, election, civil, and administrative litigation, he currently serves as the Municipal Legal Consultant of Tiwi, Albay, and former City Legal Consultant of Legazpi City. Demonstrating his commitment to constitutional governance, Atty. Barreda serves as Counsel for the Petitioners in the consolidated Supreme Court case challenging unprogrammed national budget appropriations.

Our judges will carefully evaluate each participant’s presentation, legal reasoning, argumentation, and courtroom conduct as both the Prosecution and Defense Teams make their case. Their insights and expertise will help ensure a fair and engaging courtroom experience for everyone.

Get ready to step into the courtroom and meet the esteemed judges.

𝑷𝒖𝒃𝒎𝒂𝒕 𝒃𝒚: Andrea Nichole Pineda | PubCom Member
𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒃𝒚: John Paul Ebarre | PubRel Chair

𝟐 𝑫𝒂𝒚𝒔 𝑻𝒐 𝑮𝒐 𝑩𝒆𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑻𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑩𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒔!

Only 2 days left before our Mock Trial begins. The courtroom is almost ready as both the Prosecution and Defense teams make their final preparations for a day of arguments, evidence, and legal reasoning. This is your chance to witness participants put their critical thinking, communication, and advocacy skills into action as they present and defend their side of the case.

The countdown continues, and the trial is almost in session

𝑷𝒖𝒃𝒎𝒂𝒕 𝒃𝒚: Lindsey Sonajo
𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒃𝒚: John Paul Ebarre | PubRel Chair