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…
With the arrival of the monsoon season naturally comes the anticipation for weather updates, which local governments and various institutions turn to as basis for taking precautionary measures, such as cancelling classes or office work. Coordination and efficiency are thus of paramount importance—especially when it comes to public safety. This was perhaps what lawmakers in…
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Changing the tide: FIFA Women’s World Cup
Sports is never just sports. It is a showcase of the unique skills and personalities of amazing individuals. As beloved as it is, sporting events have garnered massive influence in society, and the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup is proof of this. Due to the immense popularity of athletes competing in these sporting events, the…
Alyansang Tapat sa Lasallista (Tapat) obtained a majority over the University Student Government (USG) from Santugon sa Tawag ng Panahon (Santugon) in General Elections (GE) 2019—the first time in the USG’s 10-year history. The party last dominated the elections in 2008, back when it was still structured as the Student Council. That year, the party…