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The Silliman University (SU) Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences (IEMS) took the lead in advancing ocean conservation dialogue through the IEMS–Eco Action Forest Exchange: Ocean Conservation (Stories and Learning Event) held on December 6, 2025 at the SU IEMS. The exchange brought together 35 participants, including a three-member delegation from Eco Action Forest, a […]

Silliman University is represented in the 2025 Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) by Gabrielle Monica Bidaure, a BS Psychology major, and Naina Dominique Tagle from the Senior High School Department, who are competing in archery at the biennial regional sporting event. Officially known as the 33rd SEA Games, the multi-sport competition is being held in […]

Silliman University Senior High School (SUSHS) participated in the 2nd ABM Accounting Olympiad held on December 5, 2025, conducted online via Zoom/SH205 from the SUSHS Building. Representing Silliman University were Franco Miguel and Ma. Princess Rouie Rubin, Accountancy, Business, and Management (ABM) students from the Senior High School Department, under the guidance of their coach, […]

Student leaders from Silliman University took part in the Youth Health Forum 2025, a three-day youth-centered initiative organized by the National Youth Commission (NYC) to address pressing health issues affecting Filipino youth, particularly mental health, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), and HIV and AIDS, held from December 5-7, 2025 at the Southview Hotel in Dumaguete City. Representing Silliman […]

Delivered on December 7, 2025 during the Sunday Worship in Celebration of the 200th Birth Anniversary of Dr. Horace B. Silliman This morning we remember and give thanks for Horace Brinsmade Silliman, whose faith and vision gave birth to what we now call Silliman University. Born 200 years ago, HBS offers us the story of […]

On December 10, 2025, at the Silliman University Boardroom, Khyla Shane Jordan Acab (3rd place), Frances Therese Andan Merlas (7th place), and Merl Andrea Gimolatan Daarol (10th place) received their incentive checks from Silliman University for securing top spots in the November 2025 Philippine Nurses Licensure Examination. The recognition highlighted SU’s outstanding performance—among the schools [...]

Silliman University celebrated the 200th birth anniversary of its founder, Dr. Horace B. Silliman, through a floral offering ceremony on December 3, 2025, in front of Silliman Hall. Organized by the HBS Bicentennial Birth Anniversary Committee, chaired by Moses Joshua B. Atega, the event honored the life and legacy of Silliman. Dr. Horace Brinsmade Silliman [...]

The Silliman University Institute of Rehabilitative Sciences (SU IRS) produced 72 newly registered physical therapists in the December 2025 Physical Therapists Licensure Examination, including one topnotcher. According to the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), 1,198 out of 1,553 examinees passed, posting a national passing rate of 77.14%. Silliman University achieved an overall passing rate of 97.30%, with […]

The Silliman University Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences (SU-IEMS) is taking a lead role in an international collaboration with rrreefs, a Zurich-based Swiss corporation and German NGO, to advance innovative coral reef restoration research in the Philippines. A year ago, rrreefs installed a 3D-printed artificial reef structure made of non-toxic, pH-neutral clay in the […]

Silliman University has appointed Dr. Lily Ann D. Bautista as the new Vice President for Academic Affairs and Research (VPAAR), following formal action by the Board of Trustees. Her term takes effect immediately. Bautista, an accomplished higher education leader and physical therapy professional, brings three decades of experience in academic administration, clinical practice, curriculum innovation, […]