The La Salle Debate Society (LSDS) was awarded by President Benigno Aquino III as one of the Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations (TAYO) in Malacañang at 10 am last December 6, 2012. This year, more than 242 organizations joined TAYO. Organizations have to go through a series of evaluations that starts with a visit from a…
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More than a thousand students gathered at the Henry Sy Sr., Hall lobby to form DLSU’s first Human Lasallian Star as part of the 2012 Animo Christmas Program. The project is a result of collaboration between the University Student Government (USG), SLIFE, Culture and Arts Office (CAO), Council of Student Organizations (CSO), DLSU Office…
“On what foundation do we want to build this new future?” Former Polish President and 1983 Nobel Laureate Lech Walesa asks future leaders in DLSU’s Leadership Forum, held at the Teresa Yuchengco Auditorium last November 28, 2012. “If you want to build a new world, you have to reach for values.” Walesa emphasizes on concrete…
In preparation for the upcoming Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU) visitation on February 2013, DLSU has resolved to conduct a “mock” PAASCU accreditation last November 12-13. The University invited Lasallians who have experience in evaluating and accrediting different institutions to evaluate the University’s current standing. DLSU President and Chancellor Br. Ricky…
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Assessing DLSU’s exchange programs
In today’s global society, an internationalized University such as DLSU needs to battle pressures to keep its head above the academic competition. As such, DLSU’s exchange programs must cope with the growing demand for study opportunities worldwide. Under the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Ranking system, an international university’s foreign student ratio accounts for five…
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Canteens to go under renovation
All canteens inside the University have been scheduled for renovation starting April 2013, and will end on May of the same year. The initiative has been made in response to students calling for cleaner and more student-friendly eating areas inside the campus. Associate Vice Chancellor for Campus Services (AVCCS) Josemari S. Calleja explains, “The renovation…
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DLSU’S China studies program returns
As China’s worldwide stronghold grows, DLSU’s China Studies course is set to make a timely comeback. In an interview with The LaSallian, International Studies (IS) Department Chair Dr. Julio Teehankee unveils plans for DLSU’s revamped China Studies program. The new China Studies program will be offering an undergraduate and graduate track. The program boasts a…
As a representative body, which aims to serve the student body, the University Student Government (USG) holds activities for personal development, awareness, and social involvement. Activities range from exhibits and seminars to tours and programs designed to address the specific needs of students. Every day, college governments and the different USG offices have activities that…
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USG Judiciary undergoes major revamps
The University Student Government (USG) Judiciary has decided to restructure to increase efficiency throughout the branch. The undertaking involves the commission of new ad hoc committees; refining the training and selection of the branch’s members; and enhancing the its presence in the University. The Judiciary decided to overhaul the branch after judiciary officers experienced problems…
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Quality education at a cost
De La Salle University (DLSU) has taken it upon itself to be a world-class research university and a university for the poor. But with two competing goals, can the University really balance the need for high tuition fees to fund research projects with the need to make a Lasallian education accessible to the middle and…