A textual documentation of our School paper's editor-in-chief interview.

1. s
Evaluation of
School Papers
The Crusader
Transcript of Interview Questions and
Learning Insights
Submitted to:
Mr. Ignatius Joseph Estroga
Submitted by:
Anajean Jandayan
Eden Mae Selim
BSEd-English-2
Liceo de Cagayan University
Rodolfu N. Pelaez Boulevard, Kauswagan, Cagayan de Oro
City
Granted: IQUAME Category A(t) and AUTONOMOUS Status
by the Commission on Higher Education
Member: Philippines Association of Colleges and
Universities-Commission on Accreditation (PACU-COA)
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Tel. No. (8822) 722244/(088)8584093 to 95 local 136
Granted: Level 2 Accreditation Status PACUCOA

2. The Editorial Staff

3. Interview Questions
1. Why the school paper was named The Crusader?
Ever since the establishment of the publication, its aim is to crusade truth and
social integrity amidst havoc. Thus, The Crusader.
2. When did the publication start?
The publication started in the year 1935 established by the Jesuit priests. It has
been a publication that suffered probabilities of closing due to political
disruptions, wars, and adamant founders. For instance, during the Martial Law
and World War, The Crusader was rendered temporarily closed. Jesuit priest
once muted the voice of the students that prompted the publication to be closed.
3. What is the main goal of the publication?
Its ultimate goal is to speak up in behalf of the students or simply be the voice of
the students regarding issues, events or situations which directly or indirectly
affects majority of the students.
4. What achievements or awards has the publication received?
The Crusader has never been a fan of recognition and distinction. However, they
considered their recently received award as the following:
 College Editors’ Guild of the Philippines
 Magis Awards (2011)
5. When can an issue of the publication be considered a success?
An issue or article is a success when it triggers a discussion, may it be positive or
negative. It’s better to receive negative feedbacks than no feedbacks at all.
6. Do you encounter challenges upon making the school paper?

4. The only major challenge is the waning enthusiasm of the members of the staff.
Since they lack, monetary compensation, they only rely on intrinsic motivation:
1. Negative reinforcement: Termination. Failure to deliver their
responsibility will cause termination from the editorial board.
2. Positive reinforcement: The published paper. They celebrate these
achievements through marveling on little things like eating pizza together
as a rewards.
7. What is being done to remedy the waning interest of the staff or
members?
Constantly encouraging the members
to go on with their duties for
the students’
welfare is done ideally by the editor-in-
chief to ensure members’ continuous
function. Reminding the staff that their volunteerism is the reason behind the
success of the publication also helps to empower the members to function.
Learning Insights