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Struggles in the USG’s Judiciary branch

The University Student Government (USG), patterned after the Philippine government, is composed of the executive, legislative, and judiciary branch to ensure that the welfare of the students are upheld by fulfilling the respective duties tasked to each of the branches. The judiciary, being the sole branch in the USG with the judicial power to resolve…

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Behind the commercial kiosks at Br. Bloemen Hall

The LaSallian community may encounter a few familiar faces and businesses operating in select kiosks at the freshly renovated Br. Bloemen Hall, touted as a student center and business innovation zone. Presently, Br. Bloemen Hall houses De La Salle University’s student entrepreneurship area, the Animo Business Innovation Zone (Animo BIZ), which opened mid-July and is…

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Filipino: A liberal arts medium of instruction?

Issues on the use of Filipino in the liberal arts have sparked discussions on the language’s viability at the University, especially in a student body that is becoming increasingly proficient in English.

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Reassessing dengue awareness: What most people may not know

In order to raise awareness among the Lasallian community regarding the dire effects of increasing dengue cases especially during the current rainy season, Societas Vitae (SV) held a dengue seminar earlier today entitled “Beware, Be Aware: Dengue” at the seventh floor of the Andrew building. The guest speakers included University of the East Ramon Magsaysay…

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Is DLSU Physically Prepared? Addressing the issue of flooding

Last June 13, sudden heavy torrential rain caused flooding both inside and outside the campus, and prompted the University to call off classes for the first time this academic year. The event, brought about by less than 90 minutes of rain in the area heightened concerns over the possible disaster that an actual storm might…

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Understanding student plagiarism

In a recently published issue of The LaSallian, the Student Discipline Formation Office (SDFO) recorded 25 cases of academic dishonesty in AY 2012-2013 – the most commonly committed major offense in the previous year’s accounting for a quarter of the total number of major offenses.   School’s provisions The Oxford Dictionary (2013) defines plagiarism, a…

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Who Benefits? Student organizations and their beneficiaries

In line with DLSU’s core values of faith, zeal and communion, student organizations under the Council of Student Organization (CSO) and units of the University Student Government (USG) are encouraged to have socio-civic activities planned within the year . Activities that usually fall under this category are fundraisers for a chosen beneficiary, where proceeds from…

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A look at the LGBTQ Organization in DLSU: Queer Archers’ Alliance

Two years ago, several students conceptualized and founded an organization to uphold the rights of the LGBT community within DLSU. The organization was later identified as the Queer Archers’ Alliance (QAA), and was established to provide an avenue where the LGBTQ students can express their respective views without fear of being discriminated and marginalized. Although…

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FYI for Freshmen: The Taft environment

As a new batch of freshmen students set foot into DLSU, they face different apprehensions adjusting to the Taft environment and the lifestyle demands of a college student. Office of Counseling and Career Services (OCCS) Director Dr. Susana Estanislao says that adjusting to a new environment is the hardest step for college students. She elaborates…

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International Student Scholarships: Fair for everybody?

*James is an international student in DLSU, wishing to avail financial assistance by applying forth the Student Assistantship and Resource Training Program (START) in which financial support is in turn received after several hours of service rendered to the University. However, it turns out that the program is eligible only for the students who are…