For over 63 years, The LaSallian has remained steadfast
in its commitment to be a bastion of issue-oriented
critical thinking through the currents of time.

For over 63 years, The LaSallian has remained steadfast in its commitment to be a bastion of issue-oriented critical thinking through the currents of time.

University

As The LaSallian’s news arm, the University section serves as a truth bearer that relentlessly sheds light on DLSU and national matters. Whether through daring on-ground coverages, eye-opening investigative work, or intriguing news features, the University section amplifies one’s mission to be there when it happens.

Operators of public utility vehicles and mass organizations crowded the streets on Labor Day, May 1, to oppose prominent labor rights issues, including the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP) and contractualization.

Students express their concerns over the lack of study spaces amid its hoarding, but the University admin refutes that there is no need for more.

Menagerie

Grounded in Filipino culture and society, the Menagerie is the publication’s features section that explores the strange in the familiar and champions the quiet in the loud. We write about people and phenomena celebrated and forgotten, from the margins of society and at the hearts of communities.

In the Philippines, communities are plagued by a lack of access to menstrual and hygiene products and limited knowledge on women’s reproductive health.

When a teenage girl’s angst is shown in pop culture, it is often done with an air of superficiality. A young woman’s rebellion can never be too radical; her public defiance is approved by a flock of corporate executives behind the scenes, concocting a surface-level image that never goes beyond the high-pitched whine: “It’s not a phase!”

Sports

The LaSallian‘s Sports section extends beyond the view of the casual fan, diving deeper into the history and ongoing narratives behind collegiate, national, and international sports alike. We help bring the Lasallian community closer to the action and the tireless grind of the teams and athletes who proudly represent the Green-and-White both on and off the court.

Fueled by determination, Courtside Reporter Patrice Dabao proves that she has what it takes to represent DLSU in the world of sports after a successful stint in UAAP Season 86.

The DLSU Green Archers garnered another preseason championship to their collection after thwarting the NU Bulldogs in the Pinoyliga Collegiate Cup Finals, 84-81, yesterday, June 10, at the Amoranto Sports Complex.

Vanguard

Beyond the seemingly intricate nature of science and technology, Vanguard investigates how these fields impact everyday life, science-related policies, and societal issues. We produce content that incorporates experts’ insights, the latest scientific news, and stories from the public, making it accessible for our audience.

The unsatiable desire for expansion is driving reclamation activities in Manila Bay, yet this process guzzles an alarming amount of sand, damaging the environment.

Artificial intelligence is evolving and disrupting every industry. Three experts weigh in on its impact on mental healthcare.

Intermedia

Intermedia is the video production team behind the publication’s reels and videos. From interviewing persons of interest, journalistic scriptwriting, filming on the ground, and editing the final product to breathe in new life into the stories that Lasallians should learn about today.

The strength of femininity through self-expression

Spanning various genres and disciplines, women have found a way to channel their femininity through their work to allow others to explore their own gender and chosen forms of expression.

Champions in Araneta, built in Taft

Lasallians came together at the homecourt in Taft and the battleground in Araneta to revel in the glory of a long-awaited Men’s Basketball championship as the DLSU Green Archers took home the #UAAPSeason86 crown.

Photo

We are the section that captures the heartbeat of our community; producing visuals that are relevant to current events is our craft. The LaSallian’s Photo section is here to deliver snapshots that matter to our audience. 

Painting with Light

Us in every universe

It is a curious feeling to yearn for an unbelievably resilient bond with any human in this world. It is quivering yet beautiful, making you believe that the heavens conspired for you to be with someone through thick and thin—through any version of yourself. This Valentine’s Day, The LaSallian‘s photographers transcend not just one but every universe, as they capture the universality of the feeling of love and affection.

Photos by Bernalyn Guzman, Meg Landrito, Mark Abergos, Andrea Ho, Audric Vitangcol, Michael Hamza Mustapha, Brean Lucero, Xiao Xuan Xu,  Hazel Bendersen, Alfraz Jammang, Angekyla Barroquillo, & Lance Tan

Art & Graphics

Art & Graphics is the creative heart of The LaSallian that breathes life into complex stories through the visual mastery of colors and line work. This section takes on the responsibility of crafting captivating visuals for articles, event highlights, comics, and editorial cartoons. 

Event Highlight

Discontinuance of ABS-CBN Franchise

Four years ago today, ABS-CBN, one of the country’s largest media empires, went off the air after a cease and desist order issued by the National Telecommunications Commission due to the non-renewal of their 25-year broadcast franchise during the Duterte administration.

Former President Rodrigo Duterte’s strong stance against the renewal of ABS-CBN’s franchise was fueled by his personal resentment of the media network’s non-airing of his campaign advertisements in the 2016 national elections, which he revealed in his public rant on November 8, 2018.

The #ABSCBNShutdown was a hefty blow to the already dwindling state of the nation’s press freedom, as the media giant had been at the journalistic forefront of critical thought in examining past and present administrations. This day serves as a reminder of the fragility of freedom of speech in the country—that it must be protected so we may continue to unravel truth, cultivate critical thinking, and safeguard our delicate democracy. #DefendPressFreedom

Article Art

Layout

Layout is the graphic design center of the publication. Staffers work all around the clock to produce a range of creative posters, structured infographics, and detailed broadsheets to make sure news stays engaging and informative.

As the deadline for the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program loomed on April 30, uncertainty clouded the future of jeepney drivers. While the government sees jeepneys as mere scrap metal that can be replaced, jeepney drivers see their lives in them—embodying their livelihoods and hopes for the future. 

 The DLSU Green Archers broke a seven-year drought, bringing the UAAP Men’s Basketball Championship back to Taft after gallantly defeating the UP Fighting Maroons, 73-69, in Game Three of the UAAP Season 86 Finals last December 6 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

August 13 marked a historic milestone as the inaugural #UAAPSeason87 Esports Tournament began. Lasallian esports players take center stage in the competition, aiming to bring glory to the Green-and-White. #TLSUAAP87

Step onto the magic carpet and discover a whole new world of untold stories and unwritten tales. Do you dare to take the ride?

Embark on this journey and let your work weave magic.

Web

With the world at their fingertips, the Web section—comprising copywriters, designers, and developers—bridges the gap between traditional print and the digital realm. As the backbone of our digital presence, they masterfully plan out our content strategy and skillfully design and develop websites that elevate the publication’s storytelling to new heights.

The LaSallian is the official student publication of De La Salle University. It is of the students, by the students, and for the students. Our student writers, photographers, videographers, artists, web managers, and web developers are committed to the 63-year tradition of journalistic excellence and issue-oriented critical thinking.

Website by Erika Culala, Ramon Enrico Martinez, Meijie Ureta and Gleezell Uy.