Bantay Boto 2015, an initiative organized to clamor for a more transparent and honest elections, was launched last November 13 at the 5th Floor Multipurpose Hall, Henry Sy Sr. Building. The project was conceptualized by Ley La Salle and the DLSU Political Science Society, in partnership with Boto Lasalyano, Sulong Pilipino (BLSP) and Democracy Watch…
The DLSU administration has confirmed that the University will open its doors to the first batch of Senior High School students in June 2016. The statement was made by University Chancellor Dr. Gerardo Janairo through a help desk announcement released last October 29. The decision follows the Board of Trustees’ approval of the opening of…
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Rant and Rave: Spectre
“Name’s Bond. James Bond.” Arguably the single most iconic line in cinematic history was once again uttered by its equally iconic protagonist with the release of Spectre, the 24th installment to the over half-a-century-old Bond franchise. Like every other film in the franchise, Spectre seeks to one up its predecessors—a tough task to accomplish given…
During a court hearing held on November 11, the University Student Government (USG) Judiciary found former EXCEL2015 Batch President and current Executive Treasurer Zed Laqui not guilty on the grounds of gross negligence of duty. A preliminary hearing for the case filed by undergraduate student Norben Sagun Jr. against Laqui was held last October 28 on…
In a preliminary hearing held on November 11, the University Student Government (USG) Judiciary found an impeachment case filed against former Executive Treasurer Rupert Laurel meritorious on grounds of gross negligence of duty and illegal disbursement of funds. As such, the court will proceed to a hearing on a date still to be determined. The…
The DLSU Green Archers kept their Final Four dreams alive as they ended their three-game losing skid with a 72-68 victory over the UP Fighting Maroons yesterday at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum. Jeron Teng led the way for the Green Archers with 20 points and four rebounds while double-doubles from Prince Rivero (18 points and 16…
The DLSU Lady Archers continued their stellar run in UAAP Season 78 as they extended their winning streak to 12, defeating the Ateneo Lady Eagles, 63-58, in their UAAP Women’s Basketball Tournament game yesterday at the Blue Eagle Gym in Quezon City. Ara Abaca once again led the way with 16 points and seven rebounds.…
Former University Student Government (USG) Vice President for External Affairs Mae Mae Gonzales held a press conference earlier today to break her silence on the Judiciary’s ruling on the impeachment case against her on grounds of gross negligence of duty. On November 4, the Judiciary had unanimously ruled Gonzales guilty of gross negligence of duty…
“Bakwit: Mga Tinig at Awit ng Pakikibaka ng mga Batang Lumad” was held earlier today at the 5th floor multipurpose room of the Henry Sy Sr. Hall. Around 30 members of the Lumad community from Manilakbayan presented cultural performances to make their sentiments known about the current situation in Mindanao. The event was organized by the…
Despite being on a three-game losing streak, the DLSU Green Archers still have a shot at the Final Four. However, with just two games left in the elimination round, not only will their opponents get tougher, but their margin of error also continues to shrink with the NU Bulldogs holding a half-game lead over them. Even if…