In retrospect: A recap of 2021
This year—riddled with uncertainty and with lost opportunities to progress—is coming to a close, and The LaSallian looks back on events that defined 2021 for the University and the country.
UNIVERSITY
In January, the USG prepared for its first-ever online elections, as well as for the possible low voter count, while political parties migrated to online platforms for campaigns.
After 12 years, the USG Constitution was finally ratified last February. Tapat nearly swept the Executive Board positions, while Santugon took Majority Floor in the Legislative Assembly.
Following the aftermath of #UlyssesPH, Vice Chancellor for Academics Dr. Robert Roleda discussed suspension guidelines for calamities.
As part of DLSU’s plans for a safe return of face-to-face classes, the administration’s agenda includes rolling out Moderna vaccines for the DLSU community.
Unwanted pregnancies remain a concern among the youth, challenged by the lack of education and conservative takes
on contraception.
on contraception.
Continuing with online classes, the DLSU administration creates amends from last academic year’s errors and discusses plans moving forward.
President Rodrigo Duterte barely addressed immediate concerns, especially the COVID-19 pandemic response during his last SONA in July
1Sambayan student representatives from La Salle and Ateneo school convened to officially discuss the students’ roles in the upcoming #Halalan2022.
Regardless of the University’s current circumstances, the DLSU administration has decided to forgo a tuition fee increase for the second year in a row.
Discussing the Duterte administration’s poor attempt to ease traffic in Metro Manila, The LaSallian highlights the “Build Build Build” project.
Even if Manila remains the fourth most congested city in the world, PAREX is assessed to still not be the solution.
The capability of the Malampaya gas field has been probed, leading to Filipinos anticipating future hikes in electricity rates in Luzon.
MENAGERIE
To deconstruct misogyny and the patriarchy, freeing the shame associated with women’s bodies is a must.
One of the lessons from the Diliman Commune is a reminder to resist tyrannical rule.
Political prisoners plead for systemic change and action to protect them behind and beyond bars.
Even when God is depicted as a man in the Christian faith, this divine representation can be portrayed as female, too.
As the pandemic continues, many overseas Filipino workers struggle to make ends meet without a job.
Intersex inclusivity starts with “recognition, respect, and laws [that] protect welfare and rights”.
At a time when Filipinos were unable to receive sufficient government aid, community pantries saved the people.
Behind vaccination efforts to battle the pandemic, many struggle with these endeavors and risk their lives.
To create safe environments for students, eliminating practices that promote sexual abuse and not being tolerant of these cases are essential.
Throughout Duterte’s regime, unapologetic mistreatment of women and the LGBTQ+ community were normalized.
As #Halalan2022 nears, voter’s education should emphasize making “smarter and wiser” decisions.
During the holidays, domestic workers are left without a choice and continue being distant from their families.
VANGUARD
Personalized medicine offers highly specific treatments that are tailor-made for purpose and person.
Looking at the implementation and projected future for 5G in the Philippines, just how far can we go with this technology?
With Apple’s new M1 chips outperforming expectations, the question of RISC vs CISC arises.
In the face of the climate emergency, we need to recognize that our personal choices can only do so much.
Despite their revolutionary benefits, preventing antibiotic resistance requires doctors to stricten prescription guidelines.
The ubiquity of microplastics poses problems to our health and the ecosystems we are all a part of.
Sustainability for NFTs means investing in renewable energy infrastructure and thinking outside the box.
With misinformation abounding on the internet, The LaSallian cleared the air on ivermectin.
Even as 2021 nears its end, the COVID-19 pandemic response continues to be questionable under the Duterte administration and Health Sec. Francisco Duque.
While sleep paralysis can bring terror in the night, its origins are far from supernatural.
The largest space telescope ever built launched on Christmas Day—marking a new era of astronomy.
In a country constantly faced with disasters, adaptive infrastructure offers resilience and safe harbor.
SPORTS
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, four DLSU athletes had to forgo their UAAP careers without playing their last games.
In May, a massive turn of events plagued DLSU’s athletes as the worsening health crisis led to the cancellation of UAAP 83.
Despite the discontinuance of the 83rd UAAP season, rookies of teams from the Green-and-White remained focused on training.
Great expectations are not put on the Green Archers’ shoulders with Nelle and Nonoy’s tandem running the backcourt.
In a spectacular run, DLSU’s Viridis Arcus held on to their throne as the kings of Valorant in the AcadArena tourney in August.
After garnering the Philippines’ first Olympic gold, national athletes accomplished remarkable feats in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Sustainability for NFTs means investing in renewable energy infrastructure and thinking outside the box.
Powering through a myriad of challenges, Filipino para-athletes brought glory to the Philippines after their stint at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games.
After struggling early on in the FIBA Asia Cup, the Gilas Pilipinas Women managed to snatch a close win at the expense of India, 74-70.
In an impressive AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers stint last September, the Philippine WNFT snatched clutch victories and eye a World Cup appearance.
Former Lady Spiker and UAAP ROY Dr. Mika Esperanza reached a milestone after becoming a licensed physician.
Collegiate swimmers break records even after a long time away from the pool and from a competitive environment.