MMSU Tertulyang Pampanitikan explores indigenous knowledge in literature
By Jeremy Pascual
The Mariano Marcos State University - College of Teacher Education (MMSU-CTE), in collaboration with the Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF), held Tertulyang Pampanitikan, an online discussion on indigenous knowledge in literature on April 16.
In the gathering, the role of language and literature in preserving indigenous knowledge and cultural identity was discussed in two lectures, led by Dr. Joel Lopez, DepEd Ilocos Sur Superintendent, and Prof. Cristina Macascas, a faculty member of the Philippine Normal University.
Dr. Lopez dwelt on the topic, “Baybayin and Ancient Language: Roots of Thought and Indigenous Knowledge.” He underscored the importance of Baybayin and early Filipino languages as foundations of identity and cultural knowledge. Acknowledging a knowledge gap among the younger generation in regard to these traditions, he urged, “We must do something to keep our cultural practices and traditions alive.”
Meanwhile, Prof. Macascas’ lecture, “Literature as a Channel of Thought and Indigenous Knowledge,” emphasized that literature serves not only as a subject of study but as a living expression of culture that carries the essence and wisdom of communities across generations.
In his message, the dean of the college shared his reflections on the importance of having discussions centered on our literature and culture.
“In a fast-moving world, it is in moments like these that we are given the chance to pause and look back on our roots. It is in times like these that we reconnect and embrace our identity as Filipinos,” he said.
Meanwhile, Chairperson and Commissioner for the Tagalog language of KWF Marites Barrios-Taran, encouraged the viewers to promote and take pride in our culture in her opening remarks.
Organized in celebration of Buwan ng Panitikan (Literature Month), the gathering revolved around the topic “Baybayin at Panitikan: Mga Ugat at Daluyan ng Diwa at Karunungang Katutubo (Baybayin and Literature: The Roots and Channels of Indigenous Essence and Wisdom."
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Apr, 23, 2026 04:54:pm
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