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DLSU houses German photo book exhibit

The DLSU Learning Commons, in cooperation with the Goethe Institut Philippinen, formally held the opening ceremony of the exhibition of prized publications lauded with the German Photo Book Award 2013 today at the 6th floor of the Henry Sy Sr. Hall. An art talk entitled “New Philippine Photography,” by professional photographer, travel blogger, and DLSU…

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New Chief Magistrate vows to reform inactive USG branch

Last July 12, Rem Serrano, previously counsel officer, was appointed as Chief Magistrate under the Judiciary branch for this AY 2013-2014. The counterpart who ran for the position was Mark Wong, the incumbent Ramon V. del Rosario-College of Business (RVR-COB) magistrate.   Maintaining equal power The final appointment of Chief Magistrate, as stated in the…

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Judiciary calls for reinstatement of audit body

After nearly two terms of absence, the DLSU Commission on Audit (CoA) is back on track once again, as it prepares to resume operations this coming term. Having been called upon by the judiciary for reinstatement, the CoA hopes to continue its run and gradually solidify its place in the University Student Government.   Reasons…

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Lasallians adjust to new routes after Manila bus ban

The city government of Manila, together with Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) implemented a ‘bus ban’ traffic scheme that prohibits public utility buses (PUBs) from entering the city’s busiest roads, including Taft Avenue, Espana, Lawton and Quiapo. During the first day of the ordinance’s implementation, thousands of commuters and bus drivers remained unaware and confused…

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DLSU reaches out to public school achievers

In view of De La Salle University’s commitment to serve the poor, the University has once again awarded scholarships to 50 deserving public high school students through its Vaugirard Scholarship Program (VSP) in a recognition program at Henry Sy Sr. Hall, July 25, 2013. The scholarship, named after the place where St. John Baptist de…

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Platforms, partisanship highlight FE open forum

Tensions ran high as Tapat, Santugon and independent candidates responded to relevant and current concerns in’Question Everything’, a Commission on Elections (COMELEC)-sponsored open forum for the upcoming freshmen elections held at Y508-509 this afternoon. In the forum, each presidential candidate was given time to present his/her slate and what they stood for. After this, six…

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Former Cornell IT director lectures on University IP and IT policy

In an effort to strengthen the bonds of a Lasallian atmosphere grounded on support for the scholarly works of the University’s faculty, staff and students, the DLSU Innovation and Technology Office (DITO) together with the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) organized and conducted a talk aptly entitled “Intellectual Property Management and Technology Commercialization” today at Yuchengco…

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Frosh elections commence

   Campaign period for Frosh Elections officially begins on July 29, but those active in online social media platforms have noted that several candidates have already launched their campaigns online. What constitutes electioneering Article III Section 8 of the current election code defines electioneering as “any act of soliciting votes, pledges or support for or…

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Revised enlistment scheme to take effect this coming enrollment period

Following the unforeseen dilemma met during the first term enlistment process of this academic year, Information Technology Services Office (ITS), the Office of the University Registrar (OUR), in consultation with the University Student Government (USG), thought it best to revert back to the 13 year old My La.Salle (MLS) system instead of the proposed Oracle…

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Freshmen converge for annual workout

  A plethora of freshmen clad in their PE uniforms flooded the Cory Aquino Democratic Space at the Henry Sy Sr. Hall (HSSH) grounds today to take part in the culminating activity for all students taking FITWELL this term. Now on its second year, the annual mass aerobics workout activity was participated in by all…