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A dream of USG: From the vision of Saint Anthony Tiu

The General Elections (GE) is upon us once again. Student representation in the University expresses itself through the University Student Government (USG), and this year is a momentous occasion in the history of the USG as it marks the 10th anniversary of its inception. Reason Initially known as the Student Council (SC), its subsequent transformation…

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From past to present: The USG in the face of evolving concerns

On February 4, protesters swarmed outside the Senate compound to oppose the Congress’ attempt to lower the minimum age of criminal responsibility. Civic groups were urging senators—who were about to hold a plenary session on the issue—to reconsider. But it was not just rights advocates present at the demonstration. Student groups, including delegates from the…

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Athlete Revisited: Johansen Aguilar’s breakthroughs beyond the pool

“Nothing’s planned.” These were the words former Green Tanker Johansen Aguilar shared with The LaSallian after a talk show where he shared his outlook on “finding your own style” in the Verdure at the Henry Sy Sr. Hall, last Thursday, July 4. Having graduated in 2014, Aguilar might not be a familiar face except for…

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Female athlete of the year: Mira Mirano clinches back-to-back title, MVP plum in career ender

Winning a championship is already a difficult task for an athlete, but defending the title is another feat much harder to achieve. Only a few can attain back-to-back titles in their respective sporting events and one of them is Lady Woodpusher graduating team captain Mira Mirano. As The LaSallian’s Female Athlete of the Year for…

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FilOil: DLSU Green Archers bounce back at the expense of Mapua Cardinals, 68-61

The DLSU Green Archers returned to the win column as they surpassed the Mapua University Cardinals, 68-61, earlier today at the FilOil Flying V Centre in San Juan. With the win, the team from Taft now sports a 2-1 win-loss record, while the the team from Intramuros currently holds a 0-3 standing. Encho Serrano bested…

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UAAP: Lady Spikers lose to Golden Tigresses, drop twice-to-beat advantage for the first time in a decade

The DLSU Lady Spikers slide down to the third spot after losing the playoff against the UST Golden Tigresses in four sets, 14-25, 23-25, 25-23, 19-25, earlier today at the FilOil Flying V Centre. With the loss, the team from Taft will have to beat the team from España twice in the semifinals. Since Season…

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UAAP: Lady Spikers end Lady Eagles’ winning streak with a sweep, secure semis berth

Undaunted by their rivalry, the DLSU Lady Spikers restated their dominance over the top-seeded ADMU Lady Eagles in straights sets, 25-17, 25-13, 25-23, exposing their rivals’ vulnerability. The Lady Eagles were previously unbeaten, bowing down only once during the first round, but found their match again in La Salle as they clashed earlier today at…

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UAAP: Green, Lady Spikers prevail over opponents, Cheng resets career high

On separate occasions, both the Green and Lady Spikers overpowered their opponents earlier today, March 31, at the Mall of Asia Arena. The DLSU Green Spikers clinched their fourth win of the season as they swept the UE Red Warriors in straight sets, 25-21, 25-22, 29-27, morning of March 31. Cris Dumago came up for…

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UAAP: Lady Spikers dominate Lady Bulldogs, Cheng records season high

Earlier today, the DLSU Lady Spikers went back to the win column after knocking down the NU Lady Bulldogs in straight sets, 25-20, 25-18, 25-10, at the FilOil Flying V Centre. With the win, the team from Taft now sports a 6-3 win-loss record, while the team from Sampaloc went down to a 2-7 record.…

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UAAP: Lady Maroons sweep Lady Spikers in straight sets

Earlier today, the winning streak of the DLSU Lady Spikers was halted as the UP Lady Maroons lorded over the girls in straight sets, 25-16, 26-24, 25-19, at the Ynares Center Antipolo. With the loss, the team from Taft sports a 5-3 win-loss standing, while the team from Diliman improved to a 5-3 record. Lady…