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The hive is buzzing! Members of the Benildean LGBTQIA+ community and their allies gathered as Benilde Hive (BHIVE) held its General Assembly on Jan. 16 at The Atrium @ Benilde Campus with a playful theme, “Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi.”

After an opening prayer, the assembly kicked off with opening remarks from BHIVE President, John Mathew Bautista, ID 123, BSBA-HRM, who posed the fundamental question “What is BHIVE?” Attendees responded by reaffirming the organization’s identity as a safe space that fosters a culture of inclusion within the College. Following this was an introduction to the organization’s core identity, stating that BHIVE aims to fight misconceptions and discrimination against the LGBTQIA+ community through information and education.

The presentation further detailed the organization’s Vision and Mission, envisioning a College that works collaboratively to promote respect, equity, and social justice. BHIVE’s three-fold mission was emphasized, providing identity-based health resources such as free HIV awareness and testing, creating platforms for professional and leadership development, and maintaining a safe community for students to receive social and emotional support. This was followed by a brief discussion regarding the organization’s history and achievements through the years.

After introducing BHIVE’s officers, the assembly featured a “Miss Q&A” icebreaker. The segment was filled with joy as participants tackled funny questions with equally entertaining answers, setting a vibrant tone for the committee introductions that followed.

The program also included a productive “working break” where members met with their respective committee heads over snacks to be oriented. Shortly after, a Snap Election occurred during the assembly, Theodore Cabra and Nica Heart Cabral, both ID124, BSBA-HRM, were elected as BHIVE’s Finance Officer and Secretary, respectively. The energy remained high throughout the afternoon with thrilling games that left the venue echoing with laughter, hosted by the Creatives Head and President of the organization.

Closing the assembly, BHIVE Creatives Head, Bonn Cajuday, ID 123 AB-GPA, delivered a short but sweet message, emphasizing that while being q***r is a shared identity, the true strength of BHIVE lies in being a family. Through this general assembly, BHIVE strengthened its community ties, proving that the organization remains a vital platform for leadership, support, and authentic self-expression in the College.




(Words by/Althea Paytoc)
(Ad Astra Photos by/Axel Paredes)

BEEnildeans! Do you vow to save the date and show up for BHive’s glamorous, romantic General Assembly? YOU DO?! 💍

Kung ganon, ito na ang formal invitation mo! 💌

𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧: BHive General Assembly
𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗡: January 16, 2026, from 11 AM to 2 PM
𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘: 3F, Contemplation Room @ Atrium Campus
𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗜𝗥𝗘: 'Nak, Mali Ata Pinuntahan Mong Event?! (Category Is: Showed Up To The Wrong Event 🙊🤵)

Kaya maghanda na kayo for games, food, and tons of fun! We cannot wait to see you! 🤩💐

🐝 𝗕𝗛𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗟𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗦:
🔗 https://forms.gle/EpnoAHM5sZCRJWsE8

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Collat by Bonn Andrei
Caption by Dan Losañes

Today, Dec. 1, is . We commemorate our q***r siblings who fell victim to this disease and to those who fought and are no longer with us today.

Let us remind ourselves to continue to .

Collat and caption by Bonn Andrei

SUMAKSES SA SI WEEK 1! 🤩🎉

The Benilde Hive team extends our deepest gratitude to everyone who dropped by and signed up! Your support made SI Week 1 a huge success. 🌈

We had an amazing time from October 1-7, 2025, at the Mezzanine Floor of the Atrium Campus. Swipe through the pictures to relive the highlights! 📸🐝💗

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Photos by Bonn Andrei
Caption by Ashe Marquez