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Jessica Soho: A vision in truth

 “You have to be relentless in pursuing the truth.” The air in the room shifted at the sound of those words, delivered with the gravitas expected of esteemed broadcast journalist Jessica Soho. A true storyteller, Soho commanded the room full of student journalists—who were hanging on to every word—with nothing more than her presence and…

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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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Engendering Sympathy: Why care about Gender Studies?

Gender is all around us—from the clothes we wear to the institutions we inhabit. Individuals are all seen as having a gender and are thrust into this system that dictates everything from one’s appearance to their behavior. This on its own is reason enough to warrant the study of gender, to see how it is…

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Grit and gears: A glimpse into the local triathlon scene

The sting of cold water, the ache of long rides, the heat of summer asphalt—this is the world of the triathlete. Perhaps one of the most punishing race types, the triathlon is comprised of three disciplines: swimming, biking, and running. While requiring a mastery of three sports is already difficult on its own, the distance…

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Marvel vs. Capcom: The spirit of battle

In the far corners of the mall, the clang of gaming tokens rattling in pockets, cheers of children, and jingles from nearby gacha machines are lost in the cacophony of players duking it out against each other amid the glow of a flashing screen. Nearby spectators are treated to an orchestra of joystick clicks and…

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Navigating loss and living six feet above

Life will always ask the questions, while death gives the answers. Witnessing your loved one wrestle their life away brings a variety of emotions and reactions that fill your mind. It makes you wonder if there could be any other possible ending to this nightmare one cannot wake up from.  But the result almost always…

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From bean to brew: A conversation with SGD Coffee

It is a no brainer to say that the enticing aroma of freshly brewed coffee sends an invigorating sensation to those who deem the drink a staple in their daily routines. Over the past few centuries, coffee has indeed become more than just an incontestable staple. It has grown to be very important in many…

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Animals in captivity: Manila Zoo understood

Manila Zoo, the mini jungle at the heart of an urban city, is a place shrouded in mystery and stereotypes. It has often been the center of news reports and unwarranted scandals. The LaSallian wades through the enigma surrounding Manila Zoo with the help of Jazz Ong (AB-OCM ‘18), a passionate volunteer for Zoo Crew,…

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For the self and others: A glimpse into the lives of psychometricians

Day in and day out, mental health professionals are continuously reminded of why they entered their chosen professions. Working in an environment that constantly subjects them to the reality of what people with mental disorders truly experience—be it through the anecdotes they share or through immersions in institutions—continues to open their eyes to the current…

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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…