The LaSallianA few months ago, I attended the annual Metro Manila Pride March as part of my job of covering national events for the publication as its Photo Section Editor. I went to the march only in mind to take a couple of impressive photos and adding good shots to my portfolio in mind. The assignment…
With the completion of General Elections (GE) 2019 comes another batch of student leaders ready to lead the University Student Government (USG). As the current batch of officers led by USG President Gabbie Perez concludes their tenure, The LaSallian focuses on the highs and lows of the student government for Academic Year (AY) 2018-2019. Impeachment …
In a team that has always been known for its stacked backcourt, it takes a talented individual to stand out and gain the respect of the La Salle faithful. The stalwart guard Andrei Caracut has been a staple since his rookie year. Known for his three-point shooting and leadership on the court, Caracut will now…
For almost 10 years, DLSU has not had a topnotcher in the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Licensure Examination. That all changed on May 27, when the Professional Regulation Commission announced that the University had not one but two students tied for first place. In a previous interview with The LaSallian, Josemaria Fontillas (BSA, ‘18) and…
Nothing beats the feeling of winning a championship. Athletes hoisting up their trophy in front of fans alongside their teammates and coaches makes for an unforgettable experience. One of the most well-known and prestigious championships in sports is the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy, the coveted prize for winning the National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals. The…
For many makers, hobbyists, and engineers, the Arduino has been a household name since its early beginnings in 2005. From how intuitively easy it is to use in addition to all the versatile features that come along with the device, the Arduino—a software tool that aids programmers in building applications—is readily programmable via an integrated…
A fun night at the bar with friends is more often than not an inviting idea for college students who find themselves bombarded with requirements, tormented by academic pressure, and stretched thin by the often harsh realities of adulthood. As an escape from the stress, some Lasallians like to head to the establishments lining Taft. …
Self-driving cars, three-dimensional printing, fiber optics, bluetooth technology, and social media—these are just some of the innovative solutions and technologies that have shaped the 21st century. Greatly influencing how the world works, these advancements disrupted the monotony of established systems and workings; they paved the way for societal change. However, innovations are not limited to…
It is dangerous to go alone—especially if one wanders the streets just outside the University. In the previous issue of The LaSallian, it was reported that theft cases within the vicinity of the campus have been on the rise, an observation supported by data from the Security Office. Yet this is far from being the…
Gender is a contentious matter in the Philippines. Right at the intersection of topics such as bodily autonomy, feminism, and identity politics, our standards on gender are mostly shaped by a Western and religious point of view. The Philippines is a Catholic country; the fact that the Philippines is heavily reliant upon gender roles is…
