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Beyond Facebook

Wikipedia, a social media platform, lists hundreds of new social networking websites launched in only the past few years. In under five minutes, more than a hundred hours’ worth of video will find its way to Youtube, as you read this. Twitter averages more than a hundred thousand tweets a minute, or two hundred million…

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Is it really more fun in the Philippines?

Roughly over a year ago, the Department of Tourism (DOT) launched a new tourism campaign for the new administration. Dubbed “Pilipinas ‘Kay Ganda”, the campaign received negative reactions; many perceived that the campaign lacked creativity. Consequently the government pulled back the campaign. Last January, the department launched a new tourism campaign to make up for…

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The rationale behind regulating student discipline in universities

All academic institutions impose certain rules and regulations on their students. Infractions of school rules will result to disciplinary sanctions and offenses. Likewise, DLSU, maintains peace and order within the campus by enforcing certain disciplinary policies, which makes student discipline formation an integral component of the world-class education DLSU wants to deliver. The University has…

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The rudiments of faculty promotion

One of the University’s primary asset is its faculty. The faculty, more than infrastructure, determines the knowledge transmitted and the manner students learn. Hence, they play a major role in establishing, nurturing and sustaining academic excellence and the good quality education the University promised to its students. Universities, therefore, need to provide for their faculty…

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Unlocking the mind of a detective

On a damp night, you can just make out the silhouette of a man in a deer-hunting cap and a trench coat, placidly standing in a corner. His pipe is lit and his gaze is fixed on something. You follow his line of sight to find him studying a Chinese peddler selling goods across the…

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Rant and Rave: Ateneo-La Salle The Musical

Everyone knows about the rivalry between Ateneo De Manila University and De La Salle University.  Both universities have and still have duels on multiple stages. During the UAAP season for example, die-hard fans flock to the Araneta Coliseum and take sides rooting for their school of choice—which includes a slight bashing on the other team.…

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On the Looking Glass for 2012

Filipinos headed into 2012 with hope. According to a recent Social Weather Stations survey, 95% of Filipinos looked at the new year with optism. By looking at many of the pressing issues that plagued the country last year, The LaSallian takes a look at developments that the may sustain many hopes this.   Crazy Climate…

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Analyzing the Current State of University Admissions

Like other Universities, DLSU has its own measures to ensure that they admit quality students—students who have the potential to succeed in their respective fields. For admissions, the University uses the DLSU College Assessment Test (DLSU-CAT). DLSU-CAT is a set of tests that measures an applicant’s quantitative, verbal, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. In addition,…

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Supporting DLSU student-achievers

Lasallians are formed to become achievers for God and country. This holds true as more and more Lasallians join local and international competitions. As representatives of DLSU, they often receive assistance, which include financial assistance, faculty mentorship, and insurance, depending on the nature of the competition. There are many ways students can receive assistance, but…

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Clash in ideals?

The Catholic character of DLSU is evident in the University’s student, faculty and staff demographics, of which a great majority are members of the Roman Catholic Church. Students take Theology classes geared towards rooting them in the traditions and fundamental doctrines of the Catholic Church, even requiring church service hours as a part of the…