PUP Master of Arts in English Language Teaching - MAELT

Today, we celebrate freedom—but not without remembering the price it demanded.

Long before we could raise our flag with pride, there were voices silenced, dreams cut short, and lives willingly laid down for a nation they believed in but never fully lived to see.

We walk freely today because they chose to stand when it was easier to kneel.
We speak boldly today because they fought when fear was louder than hope.

As the sun rises over our beloved Philippines, may we not just remember their sacrifice—but live in a way that honors it.

Kalayaan is not just a word.
It is a legacy.
It is a responsibility.
It is ours to protect.

Maligayang Araw ng Kalayaan, Pilipinas. 🇵🇭

This Pride Month, we celebrate more than identity—we celebrate language. 🌈

Words shape the way we see the world, and the way we see each other.
From pronouns to self-expression, language gives people the power to name who they are.

💬 Using the right words isn’t just about grammar,
it’s about respect, recognition, and inclusion.

Because in linguistics, every voice matters.
And in every language, everyone deserves to be heard. ✨

Celebrate Pride. Speak with intention. Listen with care.

Are you "craving milk tea"… or "craving for milk tea"? 🤔

Let’s clear it up:

✅ "Baby, I’m craving milk tea today."
❌ "Baby, I’m craving for milk tea today."

In standard usage, “craving” already expresses the desire, so adding “for” is unnecessary.

Small detail, big difference. Keep your English sharp with the MAELTing Pot Series ✨

Languages carry memory, identity, and the stories of generations. As cultures evolve and societies transform, the challenge of preserving Philippine languages becomes more urgent than ever.

The PUP MAELT Society proudly presents “Voices in Transition: Preserving, Reimagining, and Empowering Philippine Languages Across Generations”—a book launch event that brings together emerging scholars, researchers, and advocates committed to language preservation, linguistic innovation, and cultural continuity. 🇵🇭🗣️

Featuring thought-provoking works on:
📖 Language death and revival
📖 Linguistic variation and identity
📖 AI and language preservation
📖 Generation Alpha’s evolving language
📖 Educational and sociolinguistic transformations

🗓 June 17, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 PUP Main Campus – PUP NALLRC Board Room

Join us as we celebrate research, scholarship, and the enduring power of Philippine languages across generations.

Ma’am, Sir, and our MAELT students, kumusta kayo? Please know that we see and remember all of you, especially those who have been part of the program for ten, or even twenty years. 🤍🫂

(Ayan ha kinumusta na namin kayo, wag na sad 😮‍💨)

From a classroom discussion to a SCOPUS-indexed publication—proof that meaningful research conversations can truly evolve into impactful scholarly work. 📚✨

The PUP MAELT Society proudly congratulates Dr. Ferdinand Bulusan on the publication of his article, “A Critical Hermeneutic Phenomenology of the Fears of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as Experienced by Retiring University English Language Teaching (ELT) Professors” in the Springer journal Discover Artificial Intelligence.

What once began as a sample topic shared during a qualitative research training at Pangasinan State University has now become a published study contributing to the growing discourse on the human side of artificial intelligence, particularly within English Language Teaching (ELT) in Philippine state universities.

This achievement reminds us that ideas shared in academic spaces, no matter how spontaneous, have the power to grow into research that informs, challenges, and inspires.

Read the full article here:

https://doi.org/10.1007/s44163-026-01124-3

One letter can change the whole meaning. 👀

“Quiet” and “Quite” may sound the same, but they definitely don’t mean the same thing!

✅ Quiet = silent
✅ Quite = very

Example: “The Senate hearing became quite quiet when Bato started whining.” 🤫

Language learning becomes easier when we notice the little details that make communication clearer and more effective. 💡

Stay tuned for more quick and practical English tips from the MAELT-ting Pot Series!

ATTENTION, MAELT students!

The Alumni Relations and Career Development Office, in cooperation with MAELT Society, will conduct a Balik Sintang Paaralan Alumni Webinar for this month, specifically on May 25, 2026, 1:30-4:30PM, this time, with our Guest Speaker Dr. Hjalmar Punla Hernandez from the University of the Philippines Los Baños (College of Arts and Sciences) and UPLB Graduate School. The topic is "Applied Language Studies, Artificial Intelligence, and Curriculum Instruction: Trends, Issues, and Sustainable Futures." This will be aired via Zoom and Facebook Live.

✍️ Registration Link:
https://forms.gle/tJkgzVioQPDfe5Zh6
✍️ Evaluation:
https://forms.gle/ov1gje6aRCsd8myF8

📺 Meeting ID: 968 0316 2691
📹 Passcode: ARCDO

https://zoom.us/j/96803162691?pwd=Mdb9CgN2nFv3v1wWfBtbjwZeQ2HPPf.1&fbclid=IwY2xjawRvan5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFzdVM1eEF1SURtWDJ5MGc3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtCRRhZZlg5sOt7awVoezULaUG8SWPnGwPxuQ1UbpronecnS9nt_6kIXVxI3_aem_u1sK992ynkgtE-gjwAaAtg

𝐌𝐀𝐄𝐋𝐓-𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭 #2

One small word. One big classroom debate. 👀

Do we say “fill up the document” or “fill out the document”? 🤔

Here’s today’s linguistic reality check:
✔️ “Fill out” = complete a form or document
✔️ “Fill up” = make something full

So, unless you’re pouring water on your test paper… maybe it’s time to fill OUT that form. 😭📄

Language is full of tiny details that shape how we communicate every day, and that’s what makes linguistics fun, practical, and surprisingly relatable. ✨

Good news, MAELT students!

In line with our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and ethical research practice, the PUP College of Education is proud to announce the digitalization of ethics application through the launch of the Online Ethics Application Form.

This initiative streamlines the ethics review process—making submissions more accessible, organized, and convenient while supporting responsible and ethical research in the digital age.

Important Reminder: This online ethics application is EXCLUSIVE to PUP College of Education students and faculty members only.

You may access the online form using this link:
https://bit.ly/Online_Ethics_Application_Form

You may also follow up your application at [email protected].

Let’s embrace digital transformation and continue upholding the highest standards of ethical practice in education and research.

📄 Apply online. Go digital. Stay ethical.