On the Looking Glass for 2012
| January 25, 2012 | By David Pagulayan and Michelle Lojo under Headlines, University |
Filipinos headed into 2012 with hope. According to a recent Social Weather Stations survey, 95% of Filipinos looked at the new year with optism. By looking at many of the pressing issues that plagued the country last year, The LaSallian takes a look at developments that the may sustain many hopes this. Crazy Climate Filipinos are slowly reaping the effects of poor efforts on…
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We are not getting the best and the brightest – Br. Jun
| January 25, 2012 | By David Pagulayan and Justin Umali under University |
The late Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC envisioned DLSU as an outstanding research university in the Philippines, encouraging innovation and development within the Lasallian community. In creating a world-class research university, many factors need to be considered; one of which is the quality of enrollees admitted by academic institutions. Maximizing student performance College of Liberal Arts (CLA) Vice Dean Dr. Feorillo Demeterio III explains that…
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Analyzing the Current State of University Admissions
| January 25, 2012 | By Catherine Ng and Pilar Go under Headlines, University |
Like other Universities, DLSU has its own measures to ensure that they admit quality students—students who have the potential to succeed in their respective fields. For admissions, the University uses the DLSU College Assessment Test (DLSU-CAT). DLSU-CAT is a set of tests that measures an applicant’s quantitative, verbal, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. In addition, the University uses the exam to select applicants who deserve…
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De La Salle University’s Multi-sectoral Budget Committee
| January 25, 2012 | By Nina dela Cruz and Juan Batalla under University |
DLSU’s Multi-sectoral Budget Committee (MSBC) is a result of a clashing viewpoints. Brought to life by a student barricade on Oct. 10, 1984 led by then Student Council (SC) President Nani Braganza, DLSU students protested a tuition fee increase (TFI) of 25 percent. During that time, the University regularly increased tuition by 20 percent for incoming freshmen and a lesser 15 percent for undergraduate students.…
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Supporting DLSU student-achievers
| January 25, 2012 | By Catherine Ng and Pilar Go under Headlines, University |
Lasallians are formed to become achievers for God and country. This holds true as more and more Lasallians join local and international competitions. As representatives of DLSU, they often receive assistance, which include financial assistance, faculty mentorship, and insurance, depending on the nature of the competition. There are many ways students can receive assistance, but each has its own processes. University Student Government (USG) President…
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Clash in ideals?
| January 25, 2012 | By Juan Batalla under Headlines, University |
The Catholic character of DLSU is evident in the University’s student, faculty and staff demographics, of which a great majority are members of the Roman Catholic Church. Students take Theology classes geared towards rooting them in the traditions and fundamental doctrines of the Catholic Church, even requiring church service hours as a part of the course. In addition, the University encourages organizations to create activities…
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Former Singaporean Minister visits DLSU
| January 22, 2012 | By Juan Batalla under University |
January 18, 2012, Wednesday – Former Singapore Foreign Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. George Yong-boon Yeo, paid a visit to De La Salle University as part of his trip to the country. DLSU President Br. Narciso Erguiza FSC toured Yeo’s party around the University, with a brief visit to the University museum and collection. The former minister and company then proceeded to the North Conservatory,…
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Positions on Lasallian student activism
| January 8, 2012 | By Juan Batalla and Christopher Changco under Headlines, University |
On Nov. 14, around 60 DLSU students, mostly from the political party Alyansang Tapat sa Lasalista (Tapat), joined other student contingents from Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) and the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman in an unsanctioned rally along Katipunan Ave. Without official permits, and bracing rain and traffic, the student demonstrators were unfazed as they incited a noise barrage and waved vulgar placards…
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Empowering Lasallian under-achievers
| January 8, 2012 | By Patrick Ong and Justin Umali under University |
Motivating the students by an “easy four” is a common phrasing many Lasallians use. The phrase is a reflection of the trend of students choosing professors who give high grades, but require minimum effort from the students. The idea behind the trend is that many students do not want to work hard for their grades anymore; they opt for the easy way out—getting professors who…
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National Situationer: Trivial pursuit?
| January 8, 2012 | By Jan-Ace Mendoza under Headlines, University |
Citing the need to seek medical treatment abroad, former President and current Pampanga reperesentative Gloria Arroyo recently sought the approval of the Supreme Court to leave the country. Arroyo, who was diagnosed with a rare bone disease, claims that the domestic medical facilities cannot treat her ailment. Arroyo’s plea, however, sparked controversy when the Department of Justice (DOJ) stopped the former president and her husband,…
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