2 Topnotchers from Silliman in 2016 MedTech Board Exam
Two graduates from the Institute of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (ICLS) attained the highest scores in the recent Medical Technologist Licensure Exam administered last August 27 and 28. Roselle Louise L. Publico and Clarisse Joan C. Cadano, who both graduated last March, clinched first place and second place, respectively. Publico scored a rating of 91.10% while […]
Jesus Is The Way
By Rev. Dr. Mariano C. Apilado Delivered during the Sunrise Service of Silliman’s 115th Founders Day and Silliman Church’s Centennial Celebration last August 28, 2016. The celebration of the centennial anniversary of the Silliman University Church reminds me of the story of the spiritual renewal of the Apostle Peter in the third appearance of the […]
Dormitory for Honor Students Soon to Rise
Silliman has formally laid down the foundation for a new dormitory designed to house students with excellent academic performance. On August 29, a groundbreaking ceremony for the Rolando Villanueva del Carmen Hall was held near the Woodward Little Theater, where it will be built. Designed for 28 students, it is the first co-ed dormitory […]
Group seeks to restore 1M hectares of forests
Forests–our life support system that maintains ecological processes, regulates climate, produces water, protects biodiversity and stores carbon—have been reduced to more than half of its ideal size in this country, resulting in loss of biodiversity and other problems, said Maria Belinda Dela Paz, chief operations officer of Haribon Foundation. From the original 60% forest cover […]
Alumna Named PRC 2016 Outstanding Chemist
A graduate of Silliman was named by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) as this year’s Outstanding Chemist. Dr. Myrna Sillero-Mahinay, who obtained her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University in 1976, collected her award last June 22 at the Manila Hotel. Three months later, she was recognized by Silliman’s Chemistry Department during the […]
A Call for Justice (A Statement of the Board of Trustees of Silliman University)
A Call for Justice (A Statement of the Board of Trustees of Silliman University) Issued Date: August 27, 2016 “For a Christian Community Silence is not an Option” “As I live, says the Lord, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his wicked ways and live…” Ezekiel […]
Mr. Cole Leo Vincoy Geconcillo
To calm his students’ nerves while they answer his seat works, Mr. Cole Leo Vincoy Geconcillo plays ambient music in the classroom. “The music takes away the students’ anxiety; and in turn, they perform better,” says this high school English teacher who has been doing extensive research on music therapy and its effects on the […]
CBA Clinches Miss Silliman Crown for Third Time
For the third straight year, the Miss Silliman crown goes to the College of Business Administration. Management junior Aiko M. Kitane bested all ten other candidates during the coronation night on August 24 at the Lamberto Macias Sports Complex. Jollyprim Katriz Mae H. Sy of the Graduate School was named Miss Cover Girl (1st runner-up), […]
Celebrating The Narrow Way, The Inconvenient Truth
(Delivered during the Silliman University Church Opening Centennial Service and Golden Jubilee Celebration of the College of Mass Communication, August 21, 2016.) Bible text: Matthew 7:13-14; 20:16; 1 Corinthians 1:27-29 Good morning and welcome everyone including those following us through live streaming and through Radio DYSR on this very special day of worship and celebration. […]
MassCom Launches History Book on its 50th Anniversary
In time for its Golden Jubilee, the College of Mass Communication is launching a book documenting its history as the first journalism school outside Metro Manila. Titled “Grassroots Journalism: Early History of the Silliman College of Mass Communication,” the book is written by Dr. Crispin C. Maslog, the college’s first permanent director. The 200-page book […]
