ROTC Rated ‘Superior’ in Regional Tactical Inspection
The Silliman University Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (SU-ROTC) garnered “Superior” rating during the Annual Regional ROTC Annual Administrative and Tactical Inspection (RAATI) held February 9. A team from the 7th Regional Community Defense Group Army Reserve Command Headquarters evaluated the SU-ROTC unit against three criteria: degree of administrative efficiency, training management proficiency, and quality of […]
20 Couples Renew Vows on Valentine’s Day at Silliman University Church
“We (still) do and always will.” A statement of love. An affirmation of commitment. A promise made, kept and lived out. On Valentine’s Day, around 20 couples will renew their vows at the Silliman University Church – at the same spot where years back they pledged to God “to have and to hold” each other […]
Redefining Valentine’s
Redefining Valentine’s DayBy Atty. Joshua Francisco J. Ablong, Attorney, Office of the University General Counsel As February 14 approaches, many couples will once again flock the restaurants and other places of destination like movie houses and amusement centers to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Advance reservations will be made, elaborate bouquets of flowers will be prepared, and […]
Alumni Updates (February 8-14)
2007 Outstanding Sillimanian Mrs. Olivia Villaflores-Yanson (BSN 1956) recently hosted some faculty and alumni of the College of Nursing at her private beach resort in Dauin, Negros Oriental. Mrs. Yanson is one of the University’s generous benefactors. Silliman University is holding a forum with Dumaguete City mayoralty candidates on February 24, 2016, 2:30PM-4:30PM at the […]
Mrs. Milrose A. Aragones
She is the warm smile that welcomes you at the Office of the Registrar and Admissions whenever you ask for an academic scholarship form every semester. Endowed with a fighting spirit so strong, her sheer determination and positive outlook in life are her keys in making it through life’s challenges undaunted. Her strong exterior is […]
Alumni Updates (February 8-14)
2007 Outstanding Sillimanian Mrs. Olivia Villaflores-Yanson (BSN 1956) recently hosted some faculty and alumni of the College of Nursing at her private beach resort in Dauin, Negros Oriental. Mrs. Yanson is one of the University’s generous benefactors. Silliman University is holding a forum with Dumaguete City mayoralty candidates on February 24, 2016, 2:30PM-4:30PM at […]
10 Original Compositions Pull Heartstrings at Luce on February 12
The much-awaited Valentine Songwriting Competition (VSC) celebrates its 25th year this month with a line-up of heartwarming original musical compositions, on February 12 at the Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium. This year’s VSC features ten English, Tagalog and Bisaya songs, out of 27 entries, by talented student composers and lyricists in a night themed #MerongForeverSaLoveSong. […]
‘Vagina Monologues’ on Valentines’ Day
The Psychology Department partners with VDay Negros Oriental in staging “The Vagina Monologues” on the night of Valentine’s Day at the Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium. Inspired by Eve Ensler, the play wraps into narratives powerful messages that call for an end to violence against women and children. It depicts scenarios of how girls and […]
Silliman Conducts Simultaneous On-Campus Orientation on Senior High
Staff members of the University, including colleagues from the Public Assistance and Safety Office, Buildings and Grounds Department and the Cafeteria, underwent simultaneous orientation on both K+12 education reform and the Senior High program in Silliman. The orientation, conducted in three different venues on campus on February 9, was aimed at developing a collective appreciation […]
Food Magazine Editor Talks on ‘Tasting Words’
Food Magazine associate editor Ginny Mata will give a talk on food and food writing titled “Tasting Words” on February 11. The talk is part of an ongoing lecture series sponsored by the Edilberto and Edith Tiempo Creative Writing Center of Silliman University. Ms Mata, who is also the founding baker of La Gordita, has written […]