Text by Cherry Madrideo with inputs from the College of Arts and Sciences
Photos by the College of Arts and Sciences

When the world was at its darkest during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, these were the writers and artists who refused to let their creative light go dim. They were inspired and were actually the first ones to spell out their feelings and perspectives regarding COVID-19.–UP Press

Faculty members from the College of Arts and Sciences(CAS) Department of Arts and Communication have published “Locked Down, Lit Up: An Anthology of CreativeWork in a Time of Quarantine.” The anthology was edited by Asst. Prof. Jose Ogatis-I and Assoc. Prof. Chadwick Co Sy Su,with Dachelle Nicole Parrocha as Managing Editor. 

The anthology, officially launched by the University of the Philippines Press on Mar. 20, 2025, showcases a collection of creative works produced during the pandemic, reflecting the resilience and artistic expression of its contributors. 

Featured in this anthology are pieces that prove that in times when people had to cower in their houses and face a gloomy future, it was the writers and artists who were always lit up.

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