Students from Japan, US on Campus for Service-Learning
Two batches of students, one from Japan and another from the United States, are on campus for service-learning. Six students from International Christian University in Tokyo comprise the first batch, and will be on campus until July 25. They are: Ayaka Barada, Chinatsu Yamana, Hinako Hosonuma, Risa Hanato, Jun Kawasaki and Sana Iwashita. Two American […]
Fifth Grader to Represent Country in Thailand
A pupil from the Elementary School will be among representatives of the Philippines to the 2016 International Mathematics Wizard Challenge (IMWiC) next month in Bangkok, Thailand. Fifth grader Carlos Miguel Angelo S. Salazar earned a slot in the Philippine delegation after successfully hurdling a series of elimination rounds conducted among math achievers from around the […]
Alumni Updates (June 27-July 3)
The Silliman University Association of Alumni and Family in Europe (SUAAFE-GABS) had their 5th General Assembly on June 17, 2016 in Munich, Germany. Guest speaker Dr. Ceres Pioquinto, teacher and editor of the English Teacher Association of Switzerland (ETAS) Magazine and former professor at Silliman. She gave a real life edition of her 30-year involvement […]
‘Be God’s Face to Others,’ Dr. Malayang Tells Sillimanians
Silliman President Dr. Ben S. Malayang III emphasized the mission that the University seeks for every Sillimanian to pursue: becoming God’s face to other people. His message, terse but powerful and inspiring, reinforced the value of a Silliman education, at the All-University Academic Convocation held June 27 at the Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium. The […]
Info Staff Speaks on Social Media at US Embassy Event
A staff member of the Office of Information and Publication (OIP) was tapped by the US Embassy in Manila last June 24 to speak about social media to Manila-based college students. Mr. Iphraim T. Cabristante, editorial assistant, spoke via Skype to over 50 college students from various universities in Manila. His lecture was part of […]
DOST Partners with Silliman on NegOr Training in Emergency Food Preparation
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) office in Negros Oriental recently tied up with Silliman to train key people in the production of Emergency Food Reserve (EFR) to better prepare for disasters. Faculty from the College of Education’s Nutrition and Dietetics Department were tapped as resource persons: Dr. Michele Naranjo, Mr. Alvyn Klein Mana-ay […]
Alumni Updates (June 20-26)
The Alumni and External Affairs Office continues to campaign for the Memory Wall. We are inviting you to join us in an initiative that celebrates the memory of our loved ones who cherished their connection to Silliman, and support the faith ministry of the University. This invitation is also extended to High School reunioning batches […]
Scholars from Asia, Africa, Europe Convene in Silliman for Mission Conference
Around 30 mission scholars and practitioners from Asia, Africa, and Europe will flock to Silliman to attend the International Mission Conference on from June 26 to July 1. Highlighting the conference is a series of public lectures on June 27 at the Silliman Hall. Themed “Mission Still Possible? Global Perspectives on Mission Theology and Mission […]
‘Driven by Service, Not Profit,’ Dr. Malayang Describes Marina Clinic
At the soft opening of the Silliman University Marina Mission Clinic (SUMMC) on June 16 as a primary hospital offering 24/7 services to indigents in the town of Dauin and neighboring municipalities, Silliman President Dr. Ben S. Malayang III noted how both the University and its extension facility, SUMMC, are anchored on spirit of service. […]
COPVA Offers Short Photography Course
The College of Performing and Visual Arts (COPVA), through its extension program, is offering a short course on photography starting this semester. Students will learn the basics of photography and its technicalities, such as aperture, ISO and shutter speed, and how to mix and match these to create great pictures. They will also explore different […]