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How green is DLSU? La Salle’s sanitation procedures

As one might be able to promptly observe, Taft Avenue could be one of the most polluted areas as it is also one of the busiest in the Metro. Inside De La Salle University, however, many expect the community to be spared from the trash of its outer surroundings. But within the four walls of…

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DLSU QS ranking reveals research strength, areas for improvement

The Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings has already released the list of 700 esteemed universities across the world for this year. Four universities from the Philippines made it to the recognized list, but none made it to the top 300. University of the Philippines (UP) remains the leading university in the country, followed by…

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Difficulties in dissemination and implementation of SDFO and university policies

The stretch from Agno to Enrique Razon Sports Complex, which includes the whole of Fidel Street, is now a non-smoking area. The revision of the no-smoking policy stemmed from complaints of concessionaires from Agno, as well as parents, all the way to the Student Discipline Formation Office (SDFO). The previous version of the policy indicated…

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DLSU efforts in waste management

Julio Fajardo (I, BS-STAT) is currently residing in a dorm at Taft Avenue. He observes mounds of trash scattered alongside the street. He laments, “It’s quite disheartening that this scenario which should be very easy to solve has been one of the main reasons of the recent flooding alongside the avenue, since it clogs the…

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Pulling students to DLSU-STC

Established to be true to its nature, De La Salle University Science and Technology Complex (DLSU-STC) aspires being the top research institute in Asia and the Pacific. And by making this vision into reality, the DLSU-STC now attracts the best and the brightest students and faculty to its roster.   Being better and brighter DLSU…

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Of freak monsoons and floating barangays, Blocked esteros and blasting fish out of water

Heaven’s gates are on hiatus. With the tempest turned loose, the rain keeps pouring.  The water keeps rising. Thunder keeps booming. By ten in the morning, Liza Hilario is ready to leave. All around her, more keen ears keep constant vigil of radio reports that warn of a high tide – but she and her…

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When rivals collide: La Salle-Ateneo Round 2

As they raised their fists into the air after an exhausting practice session, the Green and White signaled that they are ready for another epic showdown with their rivals.   Blue and green armadas will once again dominate the Smart Araneta Coliseum this Saturday as archrivals La Salle and Ateneo square off once more in…

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Student’s Constitutional Right: Its Implication on Student’s Management

by Jyro B. Trivino   The old adage “ignorance of the law excuses no one” could also be interpreted as waiving of one’s basic rights without knowledge of such. Even in an academic institution, not all administrators are familiar with student’s basic rights, which are protected, guaranteed and entitled to every citizen in our country. These…

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What’s in the Library?

One of the foremost resources that a university would have is a library that is well-stocked with timely editions of books, periodicals, electronic resources, and online databases, among other resources. The University Library’s constant challenge is precisely this: to stay on track in adapting to the changing information environment, and maintain its relevance in University…

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Freshmen Elections 2012 List of Candidates

List of candidates SANTUGON (Iisang Tugon sa Tawag ng Panahon) College of Science (FOCUS2012) Batch President: Christelle Badillo Batch Vice President: Tricia Fajardo Legislative Assembly Representative: Alex Taduran Ramon V. del Rosario College of Business (BLAZE2015) Batch President: Rupert Laurel Batch Vice President: Myrna Calanog Legislative Assembly Representative: Kiara Lin School of Economics (EXCEL2015) Batch…