‘Integration’ has been the plan set for DLSU and its Science and Technology Complex (DLSU-STC), but the plans for creating a seamless physical integration between both campuses is a challenge that the University administration is still continuing to iron out, particularly for Student Affairs. Starting this school year, student activities and programs will be held…
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The May 2013 Philippine general elections consisted of 28 million voters aged 18 – 25. This translates to 54.9 percent of the total voting population. Members of the DLSU community of legal age were given the opportunity to register themselves as voters and elect government officials whom they believed to be instrumental in changing the…
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DLSU in light of QS rankings
DLSU slid from the 551-600 brackets to the 601+ bracket Quacquarelli Symonds’ (QS) general ranking of worldwide universities. The University, along with Ateneo De Manila University (ADMU) and the University of the Philippines (UP), is part of the top 200 in 2013’s QS World University Ranking by subject. DLSU ranked top 101-150 in English language…
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DLSU Eco Car crew unveils new models
Two Eco Cars developed by students from the Gokongwei College of Engineering (GCOE) were unveiled today, at the 5th floor of Henry Sy, Sr. Hall. The two cars – DLSU Archer, an electric car, and DLSU100 mk 3, a gasoline car – will be fielded in the Shell Eco Marathon Asia in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,…
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DLSU Chorale takes flight
Celebrating its growth, challenges and victories in the last academic year, the DLSU Chorale hosted Taking Flight: The Year End Concert at the Teresa Yuchengco Auditorium last April 6, 2013, 7:30 pm. The choir, directed by renowned choral conductor Rodolfo Delarmente, sang various pieces from different genres, eras and continents. The choir’s repertoire focused…
Contrary to what most students and administrators alike believe, despite the requirement of a non-fraternity contract upon enrollment at the University, some students have continued to engage in activities that involved fraternities. Non-recognition Since the implementation of the no-fraternity rule and the requirement of the non-fraternity contract in 1995, the University does not recognize…
Spanning decades of student activism, the Lasallites were one of the many college students who rallied against the Marcos dictatorship, igniting the enduring spirit of Lasallian activism.
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FOI Bill
It has been nearly 16 years since the first initiative to pass the Freedom of Information (FOI) Bill failed to be ratified by the House of Representatives because of lack of support. The tides turned, however, when then Presidential Candidate Benigno Aquino III proclaimed his support for the FOI bill, which was more popularly known…
Investment grade is an indication that a certain country has the capacity to fulfill its financial commitments efficiently. Good place for investments, more opportunities for employment, stable growth and good governance are the key factors that lead to this credit rating. Recently, the Philippines received its first investment grade by the Fitch Ratings, an…
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Hues of Lasallian politics
The campaign period is the time University Student Government (USG) aspirants go room to room to talk to the voters at the Amphitheater or in their classrooms,speaking in rhythmic voices in an attempt to instill their platforms in the minds of every Lasallian. In an attempt to organize and color code themselves, candidates can…