STUDENT INFORMATION DRIVE: TOPIC PROPOSAL Please fill out the following: TOPIC: Proposed 174-hectare Reclamation Project in Dumaguete City TITLE OF PRESENTATION: The reclamation project in the lens of the social sciences; taking a step back and getting to know Dumaguete Names of Group Members Carollo, Victor Credo, Reychemver Remolano, Lyka Sarsuelo, Christian Jae Trono, Leila Nikkani Roles/Tasks/Subtopics they will discuss Present introduction and conclusion Present body (1) Present body (2) Present body (3) Present body (4) TARGET AUDIENCE: Students OUTLINE: I. Introduction • Background of the Reclamation Project: What is this? What is its purpose? Who are involved? Who will be affected? II. Body 1. The reclamation in the perspective of cultural anthropology • Dumaguete as a master of remodeling ancestral homes and landmarks, the historical significance of said buildings • Example: Gerry's Grill, Starbucks, etc. 2. The reclamation in the perspective of economics • Chiquiting's statement on "natural capital" • The project not being cost-effective, taking more than it can give in terms of resources • Dumaguete as a university town; the issue of living cost post-reclamation 3. The reclamation in the perspective of political science • Politicians' lack of interest in the public interest; “corrupt practice” • Disconnected from important and affected sectors: research, management, conservation 4. The reclamation in the perspective of sociology • Effects of the reclamation to displaced communities • Concepts of capitalist vs. worker • Community: Dumaguete culture • Why do some people think the reclamation is good (?) III. Conclusion • How social sciences can help people understand current issues and events
