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In my misery I demanded an explanation from God. After all, I had done what he asked me to do—I had put “my baby” on the altar. And now this? Like Jonah in the belly of the great fish, I was arguing with God and making my case for why God owed me rescue. Worn out, afraid, and angry, I insisted that God give me my old life back. The gentle but straightforward answer from God that I received from the pages of Colossians that morning was simple but sobering: “It’s not your old life you want back; it’s your old idols you want back, and I love you too much to give them back to you.”

I was being challenged by God to more fully understand exactly what I already had in Christ. For far longer than I recognized, I had been depending on the endorsement of others to validate me—to make me feel that I mattered. God began rescuing me from that slavery by forcing me to rediscover the gospel.

I was learning the hard way that the gospel alone can free us from our addiction to being liked—that Jesus measured up for us so that we wouldn’t have to live under the enslaving pressure of measuring up for others.

His good news met me in my dark place, at my deepest need. Through his liberating word, I was being transformed, freed, refreshed

I was realizing in a fresh way the now-power of the gospel—that the gospel doesn’t simply rescue us from the past and rescue us for the future; it also rescues us in the present from being enslaved to things like fear, insecurity, anger, self-reliance, bitterness, entitlement, and insignificance (more on all this later). Through my pain, I was being convinced all over again that the power of the gospel is just as necessary and relevant after you become a Christian as it is before.

If you’re a graduating high school student searching for the perfect course, or if you’re thinking about shifting for the right college degree or major, or if you’re just waiting for a sign, this is it. Chos.

Here are 6 reasons to love Advertising :

1. People think you’re cool

The average guy or gal's perception of the ad industry is that it's a very cool place to be. This is the only profession without a uniform – from cowboy boots, sneakers, heels, unmatched socks, or even pajamas up to outrageous hair colors and hairstyles, you are allowed explore and express yourself however you want it to be. (as long as it’s within the right given parameters). Plus, you get to work in offices as awesome as these.

Source: BBDO, JWT

If you are a creative individual, an Advertising Arts degree will allow you to expand on this creativity while also giving you the unique and valuable feedback of your peers and instructors. You have the gift that cannot be reproduced nor bought. Hindi yan nabibili sa divi. Cannot be bought in whole sale. It’s all you. It’s who you are. And this degree is the perfect avenue for you to reach your uttermost potential and release that beast inside of you.

2. Multipotentiality: Multiple talents, Multiple challenges

Who knew that you could do these?!

Mind blowing 3D drawing on flat sheet of paper. Photo by: Ramon Bruin

Illustration by: Vincent Quilop

Illustrations by: Pascal Campion

It is a requirement of all Advertising Arts students to learn about present and past artistic styles and techniques. You get to learn new styles and refine your skills: painting, sculpting, illustration, digital art, animation, graphic design, photography, film making, copywriting, event organizing, fashion design, production design and game development. Obtaining this information may help improve your own work or expose you to new styles you never thought were possible.

Just like what Emilia Wapnick mentioned:

“In a world full of multi-complex and diverse problems, we need, you, creative out of the box thinkers to tackle them. You are a multipotentialite! THE WORLD NEEDS YOU!”

- Emilia Wapnick, TEDx

3. Never-ending Opportunities

Once you obtain your BFA Advertising degree, the opportunities available to you. ARE. ENDLESS. Many industries such as fashion, film, television, education, art therapy, arts & culture management, and the entertainment industry are looking for people with degrees. You might as well be the next Yaya Dub! (or the people behind the screens and productions. Yup, that’s more realistic).

4. You don’t chase after the money, the money chases after you.

Students majoring in advertising receive real-world experience. They write actual copy and develop advertising campaigns for the Internet and more traditional venues. Most programs include an internship where students get experience working in an advertising agency or a similar organization. Since there are countless number of real job titles and careers for an Advertising Degree, students are ready to start working once they graduate. *wink*

5. You are THE CHOSEN ONE, you are the MASTER of thee ARTS!!!

Advertising offers students several areas of concentration, allowing them to fulfill their career goals in areas that interest them and make use of their strengths. But usually, the last two years of an Advertising Arts major degree are focused on one or two areas you wish to specialize in. This allows you to claim on your resume that you are an expert in a specific specialization and really stand out from other applicants.

6. You’re the Guardian of the Galaxy

An ad-man once said:

“Ang trabaho natin noble. Sa unang launch pa lang ng commercial, milyon-milyon nakakapanood. ‘Dun pa lang may natutulungan na tayo.”

 - JP Cuison, Associate Creative Director of PublicisJimenez Basic

Working in the advertising industry is a very noble job. There are countless stories that inspired the people and evolved the culture into something greater. The biggest idea might be in your head that the world needs to hear. That idea might be the one that could solve the world’s greatest problems. You’re a superhero! You are actually making the world a better place.