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Two sides of the same coin: Homeschooling and formal education

In the formal education system, many students finish their schooling without experiencing a learning environment void of loud school bells, multiple classroom introductions, and required school uniforms. Homeschooling is a learning system that is vastly different from what many are familiar with. Back to basics As a seven-year-old, Therese Paman was homeschooled after her parents…

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A lone: Social isolation as a good thing

In the blistering crowds of urban life, it can be easy to lose yourself in the routine of life. Surrounded by strangers and being in a bustling environment lends little respite. With the earliest everyday routines starting by squeezing into crowded public transportation and the constant company of other busy people, the last thing any…

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Chief Legislator election, resolution on magistrate appointments discussed in LA session

The Legislative Assembly (LA) held its first session for the academic year (AY) last September 12 at the University Student Government (USG) Session Hall at the third floor of Br. Connon Hall. The assembly convened to nominate a Chief Legislator, to elect the majority and minority floor leaders, and to discuss a resolution that would…

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Archer remembered: A legacy of compassion

Archer, the face of Professors for the Upliftment of Society’s Animals (PUSA), was one of the most recognizable cats on campus. Taking the form of an orange tabby, Archer was a cat known and loved by the whole Lasallian community; everyone was saddened the day Archer bade an early goodbye. It was 1:30 in the…

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Be a man: Understanding modern masculinity

Painted by different cultures, gender, and historic times, the portrait of the ideal man is diverse, transforming the long enduring concept of mansculinity into different forms. As modern drag queens, flamboyant fashion designers, skilled makeup artists, and transgender individuals are now more accepted as “men” in society, it becomes clear that “being a man” is…

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Archer’s graduation: The end of the beloved mascot’s security shift

Before he was Archer, he was Lion King; and then he was Security Cat. But he will always be the King. Most are familiar with the fluffy orange and white cat nestled near the North Gate. With his piercing gaze and aloof demeanor, Archer claimed his place in our hearts as the King of all…

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Of medical nightmares: A biopsy of the Philippine anti-vaxx sentiment

Long ago, getting flu shots from the doctor only brought tears to our eyes, but now a new resistance to vaccines is afoot —and this time it’s more dangerous than childish tantrums.   You won’t feel a thing Every child’s worst nightmare is a looming figure in a pristine white coat with latex gloves equipped…

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Examining the humanity of animal cafés

With the rise in popularity of animal cafés, anyone who is fond of these lovable creatures now had a go-to place for food and warm hugs. Yet, a now viral post on social media brought a more critical eye toward these animal wonderlands. As Wagging Tails, a pet café, became increasingly notorious among netizens, so…

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Beneath the glitter: Sacrifices behind festivities

Christmas in the Philippines has always been about reuniting with loved ones. Most often, it is spent with the people we hold most dear. But not everyone can celebrate Christmas day with their loved ones. The LaSallian looks at the lives of four individuals whose Christmas tales take a different turn to what many are…

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The dawn of a new era: Writer’s recap of the 11th Business Management Student Convention

Last December 1, a large number of internal and external participants seated themselves comfortably at the Teresa Yuchengco Auditorium (TYA) for the 11th Business Management Student Convention (BMSC). Not limiting the event to the participants from the University, students from different organizations and schools piled into TYA. The red letters of ‘BMS’ onstage seemed to…