The LaSallianAlmost two months ago, a chum of mine in marketing was griping to me about the latest commercial developments in campus: a Power Mac center, and a 7-Eleven in the works. “Do we really need a Power Mac and a 7-Eleven? I really can’t believe how commercial La Salle is. What’s your opinion?” he asks,…
By Eric Siy In 2005, I wrote an opinion column for The LaSallian and made the case that Filipinos should stay with Filipinos. Living (in my case, teaching) in another country was heresy. The case was to give back to the community that gave to me. Almost ten years later, I’m teaching in the United…
By Arik Aaron Abu Three to five years. On average, that is how long it takes for a student to finish a degree (or two) from De La Salle University. That is about three to five more years to enjoy the final dregs of youth. After that, the rest of your life begins. As cliché…
The year was 2011. I spent five weeks in the States learning about new media and journalism at Ball State University in Indiana, the alma mater of Letterman, the creator of Garfield, and the original Papa John. You’re probably thinking who studies in the States and goes to Indiana? But the school had a stellar…
One of De La Salle University’s most successful and popular alumni, RJ Ledesma, a TV show host, entrepreneur, columnist, editor, and author, returned to his alma mater to launch his newly published book entitled, “Blue Babble, Gang Green: The Ateneo-La Salle Rivalry“. The event was held at the 13th Floor Exhibit Area of the Henry…
Back-to-back UAAP General Champions, DLSU, tasted the biggest upsets and the most glorious triumphs as early as the first semester of UAAP Season 77. Several DLSU varsity teams failed to defend their crowns while the others were able to achieve a better and smoother campaign this year. Champions dethroned It was a heartbreaking season for…
Video games are the most interactive form of entertainment you can enjoy on the couch. You can play the hero with any superpowers you want, the villain with more guns than you can imagine and somewhere in between, you can find yourself going on quests helping random people while being just as likely to inflict…
In modern culture, perhaps nothing represents the zenith of success more than a superstar band. The seemingly bottomless pit of wealth, universal popularity, and the lure of being paid to do what many consider as fun is the dream of many. But if it’s too much of a good thing, it’s probably not going to…
Located at the facade of the equally stunning Yuchengco Hall, The Museum houses a multitude of interesting artworks and odd creations, inviting you to the perfect abode to momentarily escape the pains of academic reality.
The DLSU Tankers were determined to improve their previous UAAP standing this year. However, with the Green Tankers finishing fourth and their female counterparts ending their campaign at third place, their hopes of winning a championship this season were stumped. The four-day event held at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex from October 2 to 5…
