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= FEU Advocate =

The FEU Advocate (also known as Advo) is the official student publication of Far Eastern University (FEU)-Manila. Founded in June 1934, it became one of the most esteemed newspapers in the country, recognized for its intrepid reporting and intelligent commentary on issues both within and outside the University.

History
It was established on June 12, 1934 by a group of dedicated student journalists who wanted FEU studentry to have its own avenue where they could get the latest news about the campus. Before it became, the 'Advocate', it was first an unnamed 10-page tabloid.

After its forced closure in 1972 due to Martial Law in the country, FEU Advocate announced its Editorial Board on December 13, 1998 for its revival year.

Vision-Mission
FEU Advocate, the official student publication of Far Eastern University (FEU)-Manila, shall serve as a vehicle of expression and information for the entire University, promoting freedom of expression and the ideals of journalism.

It strives to become a premiere student publication, working within the highest standards of campus journalism and ethics. It will act as a training ground for aspiring journalists, artists and photographers, providing them with the foremost environment and opportunities for growth.

Special Issues and Magazines

 * Election Primer - the annual eight-page tabloid issue of FEU Student Elections.
 * Madvocate - the satire theme issue of FEU Advocate. It was first released in February 2003 under its Editor-in-Chief Edward Balagtas.
 * TAMBayan (Features and Filipino)
 * Tampipi (Literary)
 * TAM-Out (Sports)
 * TAMKomiks (Arts)
 * TAMera (Photos)

Mascot
Tamolito Bigaybuhay (also known as Tam) is the official mascot of the publication since 2001. It was the brainchild of former Art Director Erich Rafer.

Notable Alumni

 * Artemio Panganiban - he is the 21st Supreme Court Justice of the Philippines and a recipient of FEU Advocate's Most Distinguish Law Alumnus.
 * Nonoy Marcelo - he was a former cartoonist of the publication. He also created the Tamaraw logo, the official mascot of Far Eastern University in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP).
 * Jamela Alindogan
 * Vergel Santos
 * Godofredo Camacho
 * Azucena Grajo-Uranza

Events and Seminars

 * MEMO
 * Pen's Unite