The LaSallianLiterally translated as ‘beautiful writing,’ calligraphy is essentially defined as written letters, differentiating them from drawn or digitally designed lettering. In oriental cultures it is one of the purest and most esteemed art forms, while in Western cultures it has a definite formal basis in modern designs based on Greek, Roman, and early Christian letterforms.…
According to the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, spoken word poetry is thoroughly defined as “…poetry that is written on a page but performed for an audience. Because it is performed, this poetry tends to demonstrate a heavy use of rhythm, improvisation, free association, rhymes, rich poetic phrases, word play, and slang. It is more aggressive…
Worn out pages of Naruto and Archie comic books sit comfortably waiting to be read for the nth time, while collections of individually sealed Marvel and DC comics are neatly displayed in the rooms of proud readers. And in this colorful world ran by kings and queens of quirky humor and sappy romance, ruled by…
The daily grind of the urban jungle life can get monotonous. With limited choices in the city, frequenting the same malls, parks, and clubs easily become a bore. Fad or not, more and more people are looking to the outdoors for a much needed breather. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, soul-searcher, beginner, or someone who…
It’s eight in the morning and you’re still on your way to your 7:30 am class. “Why does it have to be so traffic?” you ask yourself, and so do the other people in the cars beside you. The heat is insane. Thank god for the inventor of air conditioning, right? You look at your…
Now many different accounts of the fateful day are heard left and right, causing confusion as each story is followed by the next. Issues start to bubble up to the surface as the country analyzes what went wrong in the operation and what could’ve been done to save the men. In the midst of a…
Now many different accounts of the fateful day are heard left and right, causing confusion as each story is followed by the next. Issues start to bubble up to the surface as the country analyzes what went wrong in the operation and what could’ve been done to save the men. In the midst of a…
In the wake of the recent tragedy that killed police officers, militants, and civilians, we went to DLSU’s Political Science Department to ask for their take on the unfolding issue. Who is to blame for the tragedy? Dr. Montefrio: To be honest I think it’s really too early to answer this question because investigations are…
Morning commutes can be a chore, while Friday nights need that extra jolt of energy. What better way to go through life and all this jazz than with sweet, sweet music? From hip-hop, to rock, to EDM, there’s something for everybody. We’ve all constructed our own personal playlists on our smartphones, or laptops, or other…
Simple treats and mouthwatering delights appear in every corner of a foodie’s mind. But the ability to express that fondness for food requires a special kind of passion, commitment, and creativity – traits which an avid food blogger must have. With the emergence of new cuisines today, many writers have the opportunity to venture into…
