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Book fair concludes with Human Library launch

The DLSU Libraries ended the 3-day Green Spine Book Fair 2014 held at the Learning Commons, Henry Sy, Sr. Hall last August 14. The annual event centered on the theme “Creating Synergy, Finding a Parallel Place for Print, eBooks and Human Books in Academic Libraries” on its third year. The organizers invited 20 different book…

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Film narrating Philippine assistance during the Holocaust screened at DLSU

  A screening of the documentary “Rescue in the Philippines: Refuge from the Holocaust,” which chronicles the plight of some 1300 Jews and their journey of seeking refuge in the Philippines to escape the Holocaust, was held today, August 8, at the Verdure, Henry Sy Sr. Hall. In attendance were officials from the Embassy of…

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Student-centered projects launched at Br. Bloemen hall

The Campus Services Office launched new programs at the Br. Bloemen Hall earlier today, in line with the University’s goal of providing different launchpads for innovative ideas to students.

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Consultations held in prep for student handbook revisions

The Student Handbook, which undergoes changes every three years, is set to be revised this term for implementation next academic year.

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Multi-disciplinary seminar on climate change conducted

  In response to recent events, a seminar regarding climate change impacts and disaster preparedness in the Philippine setting was conducted today at the Henry Sy, Sr. Hall. The event, organized by the Physics, Computer Technology, and Mechanical Engineering Departments, featured seven speakers from different sectors and focused on a multi-disciplinary approach to the growing…

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Earlier classes, longer breaks draw mixed reactions

Upon the start of a new academic year, changes in the class schedule and timetable were implemented in the University.

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Trading convenience: Living along Taft Avenue

For a lot of students, venturing into college means more than just graduating from high school and engaging in a higher form of education. Independence is one factor that is brought up every time college rolls around, especially for those who sacrifice home to be closer to school. Thus, independence on the most basic level…

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Three Lasallians named ‘most outstanding’ in NCR

Three students from the University are part of the Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines (TOSP) in the National Capital Region (NCR) as announced last May 5. Jose Miguel Moreno, Justin Sucgang, and Ira Gayll Zamudio were accepted into the prestigious awards circle after a rigorous screening process among the best in academics, leadership, and…

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LA reps approve cessation of Ombudsman, plebiscite on constitution

The Legislative Assembly (LA) conducted another session today, February 28, focusing on three resolutions: one calling for the submission and publicizing of organizational charts, and another calling for the cessation of operations of the Office of the Ombudsman. The final resolution discussed was that calling for revisions to the University Student Government (USG) Constitution. Since…

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In Review: Looking after La Salle’s faculty

DLSU’s salary schedule for its faculty is transparent, and may be accessed from any academic department. Infographic by Giselle Que 40 hours a week — the schedule of DLSU’s average full-time professor brims with research, classes, consultations and community. Some are University administrators. Granted the workload and dedication required, how does DLSU attract prospects and…