Tightening their hold on the coveted Final Four slots, the DLSU Green and Lady Paddlers improved to 7-5 and 10-2 win-loss records, respectively, as they dispatched both of their assignments today, November 17, at the ADMU Blue Eagle Gym. Dropping only one set in two outings, the Green Paddlers maintained a two-way tie at third…
As one of the most awaited events of the season, the UAAP Season 82’s Cheerdance Competition (CDC) witnessed history in the making at the Mall of Asia Arena as a sold-out crowd was treated to jaw-dropping performances from the eight participating universities. Despite the many trials and tribulations the team faced this year, the DLSU…
The Legislative Assembly (LA) bared its final say on the USG Constitution last November 15, approving the latest revisions in a session lasting a little over half an hour at the University Student Government (USG) Session Hall, third floor of Br. Connon Hall. The Assembly also approved revisions to the Special Elections Code in preparation…
Yesterday, November 16, at the ADMU Blue Eagle Gym, both the Green and Lady Paddlers split their games, recording a win and a loss each. The Green Paddlers are still on track for a spot in the Final Four, after crushing the FEU Tamaraws, 3-0, and suffering a 3-0 defeat to the NU Bulldogs. The…
The Legislative Assembly (LA), in its session last November 13, passed the proposed budget for the University Student Government (USG) and the guidelines for the qualifications of the USG Ombudsman. Also among the agenda was a resolution that would have formally called for changes to the USG Constitution, which had to be deferred to the…
It can be argued that youth groups have a hand in mobilizing the youth to involve themselves in social issues. Among those active in spearheading mobilizations are youth-centered organizations such as Kabataan and youth wings of political parties such as Akbayan. Various protest actions in recent decades have typically been co-organized by these organizations. Within…
“Overcomplicated”, “redundant”, and “excessive”. These are just some of the words used to describe the processes within the Council of Student Organizations (CSO). Founded in 1974, the council describes itself as a union of the various student organizations for the University. Its Vision-Mission sets its commitment to “delivering quality services and activities”. Yet, it seems…
The UAAP has been a home to many talented players from all over the country. It is a place where athletes further hone and develop their skills so they may join professional leagues and international competitions in the future. A force to be reckoned with, Manilla Santos-Ng was one of the fearless athletes that the…
Wesley So used to carry the Philippine flag on his shoulders. After bagging the country’s first ever gold in the 2013 World Universiade Games, he was denied a P1-million incentive by the Philippine Sports Commission. So moved to the United States Chess Federation the following year. On November 3 five years later, he became the…
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On the stage, I found myself
Growing up in a family geared toward the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) field, the performing arts wasn’t something they took seriously. The idea of one of us siblings going into the performing arts worried my parents. “Walang pera doon” is the usual argument I would hear, and it was something I agreed with…