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The journey of spirituality: Flux, flow, and depth

It is often said that to be truly healthy, a person must nurture their “mind, body, and soul.” The concept of a healthy mind and body is not one that is too hard to grasp, but that of a healthy “soul” may elude some people. The religious path is not for everyone, and while the…

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UAAP: Green, Lady Spikers prematurely end Season 80 campaign

The Green and Lady Spikers ended with contrasting results in the UAAP Season 80 Beach Volleyball Tournament, which was held in two consecutive weekends at the Mall of Asia Sands by the Bay last October 5 to 8 and 12 to 15. In the first weekend, the Green Spikers finished second to the last in…

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The nightwatchers: The other side of the drug war

Police knock, suspect pleads, and then a gunshot or two is fired—a sequence of events that has become all too familiar. In this day and age, the police seem to be painted in a negative light on news headlines—both internationally and locally—far more often than they previously were. Extra-judicial killings and racist acts have served…

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James wears a scarlet letter

At night, when people slip into their pajamas, lights from windows flicker out one by one, and the mundane world stays still, the red light districts come alive. They look the same as they do every night: bold and beaming, lurid with fluorescent signs, and piercing with loud music. Matching the scenery are fire truck…

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A look at the programs and services hosted by the OCCS

The Office of Counseling and Career Services (OCCS), currently on its sixth year of conducting annual caravans every September to address the issue of mental health, is at its peak, and is proclaimed more successful than ever by its director, Dr. Aimee Guarino. Worldwide, September is celebrated as the Suicide Prevention Month, while September 10…

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UAAP: Lady Shuttlers hand UP first loss of season in Game 1

After silencing the ADMU Lady Eagles for a spot in the finals, the DLSU Lady Shuttlers earned their second straight victory in Game 1 of their best-of-three finals against the UP Lady Maroons, 3-2, last Sunday at the Rizal Memorial Badminton Hall.   Equal scoring Arianne Rivera played the first game against the reigning UAAP…

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Lakbayan Animo 2k17: On the struggles of the nation’s cultural minorities

Lakbayan Animo 2k17, an event highlighting the experiences of the members of the Lumad community that visited the University was held last September 12 to September 21. A LAKBAYAN exhibit was also launched last September 12 in the Learning Commons, which was followed by a forum about National Minority Issues. The Lumad were welcomed last…

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New administration appointments

News about the new appointments were announced to the Lasallian community through the Helpdesk system of the University.   Life in the office Among administrative positions, the most notable appointments would be former Vice Chancellor for Academics (VCA) Dr. Robert C. Roleda as the University Chancellor, and former College of Computer Studies (CCS) Dean Dr.…

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UAAP: Green Tankers claim silver, Lady Tankers finish fourth in Season 80

The DLSU Green and Lady Tankers showed promising performances in both individual and team events but came up short in bringing home the championship in this year’s UAAP Season 80 Swimming Tournament held at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex Swimming Pool last October 12 to 15. In this year’s event, the Green Tankers garnered a…

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UAAP: Green Archers overpower UP to take seventh win, 85-62

The DLSU Green Archers exacted revenge on the UP Fighting Maroons, 85-62. On Coach Aldin Ayo’s birthday, La Salle delivered with a complete performance on both ends of the floor as it improved to a 7-2 win-loss record earlier today at the FilOil Flying V Centre in San Juan. Ben Mbala was once again named…