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Walkthrough: A guide to GE 2019

“Vote wisely!”—A phrase commonly heard during elections, but whose meaning often remains vague and ambiguous. Platforms, promises, and speeches will again echo the halls of the University as the voting proper for the General Elections (GE) is set to kick off this July 23 to 26. Students will be given the opportunity to exercise their…

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‘Be alert’: On rising theft cases around DLSU

Herbel Santiago went to a McDonald’s branch near South Gate after returning to DLSU from an immersion activity. She currently serves as a facilitator for the National Service Training Program. She picked a four-seater middle aisle table, located right in front of a closed-circuit television camera. Upon seating, she placed her bag beside her and…

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A lecture on antimicrobial resistance: DLSU professor’s public service recognized

Last June 27 at the Br. Andrew Gonzalez Multipurpose Hall, Dr. Esperanza Cabrera, Biology Professor and University Fellow, discussed her research on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) or drug resistance. Cabrera was previously awarded as one of the Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos last 2017 for her service and contribution to drug resistance research, which she continues to…

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Siglo: Recapping University Vision-Mission Week 2019

University Vision-Mission Week (UVMW) 2019, with the theme Siglo: One Heart. One Commitment. One Life., ended with its culminating event, Animusika, last June 21 at the Henry Sy Sr. Hall Grounds. Along with this, other activities were held to commemorate the 300th death anniversary of the school’s founder, St. John Baptist de La Salle.  The…

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Tapat, youth groups take post-election initiative in Game Plan 2022

In an effort to initiate action after the 2019 midterm elections, Alyansang Tapat sa Lasallista (Tapat) hosted Game Plan 2022: A post elections debriefing-self-care-planning session at the Yuchengco Hall last Friday, June 7. The event was organized by Tapat, in partnership with youth civic groups and the Center for Social Concern and Action. Representatives from…

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DLSU’s ‘Magic 12′: Looking into students’ top bets for Senate

Botong Lasalyano, Sulong Pilipino (BLSP), an initiative by the DLSU University Student Government, held a Mock Senatorial Elections last May 3. Open only to undergraduate students of the University, the online poll aimed to capture the sentiments of Lasallians ahead of the midterm elections on May 13. The results were released last May 5 with…

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Outstanding CAO groups, members recognized in Gawad Cultura 2018

Outstanding groups and members under the Culture and Arts Office (CAO) of Academic Year 2017-2018 were recognized for their exemplary performance at Gawad Cultura 2018 held last March 29, 2019 at The Verdure, fourth floor of Henry Sy Sr. Hall. Those who excelled in the field of arts, spanning music, dance, theater management, and film…

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LA discusses GE 2019 concerns, highlights ‘lapses’ in Judiciary, COA

The appointments of three applicants for Commission on Elections (Comelec) commissioner for the Manila Campus were approved by the Legislative Assembly (LA) during their session last March 21 at the USG Session Hall. Out of five candidates, only three were approved by the LA. John Ababan and Troy Mirafuentes—who have both already been serving under…

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From classrooms to the streets: DLSU’s involvement in student activism

Mobilizations among the youth is a culture embedded in many universities. Historically, the country has witnessed student leaders and activists fighting for different causes. Until today, different sectors in DLSU continue to oversee and support students who speak up for their rights. When faced with critical social issues, DLSU students have often involved themselves in…

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Student orgs raise ‘red tape’ concerns over University procurement process

As of the Second Term of Academic Year 2017-2018, the University administration obliged student organizations to undergo the procurement process for sizeable transactions with external suppliers. This was done with the intention of promoting transparency and accountability in the financial practices that these groups entail. This, however, did not sit well with students. Officials from…