The LaSallian, the University’s official student publication, started its operations in the 1960s. A paper for the students, of the students, and by the students, The LaSallian is deeply rooted in its colorful history, one that helped shape it into what it is today, which is the bastion of issue-oriented critical thinking. This fulfillment wouldn’t […]
Oftentimes, life can be draining. The academic requirements take their toll, the org projects become a constant source of fatigue, and the never ending wheel of university life finally hits the bottom. Eventually, you just need a place to unwind: a spot where you can enjoy a nice cold beverage in peace, or where you […]
When Mom and Dad couldn’t always be around growing up, who was there to help look after you? While some had grandparents to take over, a number of us recall having someone we fondly called, “Yaya!” Overseas, they are referred to as domestic helpers, nannies, sitters, or maids. Here, we call them yaya, inday, or […]
Much has been said about this generation’s learners—entitled to a vast plethora of knowledge and skills yet unwilling to put in work, impatient with a need for information now, and in possession of an attention span competitive to that of a goldfish. The typical “You talk, I listen” set-up between teacher and student that has […]
Last April 28 and 29, the National Book Development Board (NBDB) held the 7th Philippine International Literary Festival at the QCX Quezon City Memorial Circle as part of the celebration of National Literature Month. With the unifying theme Against Forgetting, delegates and festival-goers conversed with respected authors and burgeoning contemporary Filipino writers. The program was […]
The Art of Getting By, starring Freddie Highmore and Emma Roberts, was released a few years back to little buzz and acclaim. The underrated film revolves around George, an introverted high school student who has a talent for the arts, but who seems to harbor a nihilistic view of the world. As such, George lacks […]
With students on a momentary break from all the homework, quizzes, and exams, they might be looking for ideas on where to spend their precious free time. Enter the board game café: a place to dine, relax, and play board and card games to your heart’s content. Board game cafes have been steadily becoming more […]
So you’re a little late to the party and just learned that Netflix has entered Philippine shores and your interest is piqued. Announced by CEO Reed Hastings at the recently concluded Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Netflix launched in more than 130 countries, including the Philippines, last January 6. If the global streaming […]
Disney movies remind us time and time again about the importance of chasing our dreams and pursuing our passion. Some of us have already figured things out, while others are still in the process of discovery. Either way, we all aspire to spend the rest of our lives doing something that makes us truly happy. […]
Remember that one time you told your friend that you couldn’t join the outing because your mom didn’t allow you, to cover the fact that you simply weren’t feeling it? Or that time when the professor asked the class if there was any homework due, and everyone simultaneously denied it because most of the class […]