Martial Law Amnesia
We (the older generation among us in the Philippines) just celebrated the 30th anniversary of the February 22-25, 1986 People Power Revolution, sometimes called the EDSA Revolution, from the main highway cutting across Metro Manila, where the Revolution happened. But while our first EDSA Revolution inspired other peoples, we have suddenly realized that our own […]
Sillimanian Cardiologist Donates P10 Million for Art Gallery
An alumnus who is among the country’s top cardiologists has donated P10 million towards the construction of an Art Gallery to host the University’s collection of artworks and showcase the creativity of budding and established artists among students, faculty, staff and alumni. Dr. Romeo S. Ariniego, who received the Outstanding Sillimanian Award in Medicine in […]
Mrs. Hera T. de Guia
It is indeed quite unfortunate that in Greek mythology, when you talk about the Queen of Olympus, Hera, most of what people immediately associate with her is her jealousy and vindictiveness, overlooking her nurturing and steadfast qualities amidst adversities and tribulations. Despite the many clouds of negative metaphors linked with this Greek goddess, what people […]
Pearl of Great Value
THE PEARL OF GREAT VALUE*ByBishop Erme R. Camba, Bishop Emeritus, United Church of Christ in the Philippines (Sermon delivered as Speaker of the University Baccalaureate Service on March 20, 2016, Silliman University Church.) Scripture Reading: Matthew 13: 45-46 Text:”The Kingdom of God is like a merchant in search of fine pearls. On finding one pearl […]
Extension Program Initiates Jail Rehabilitation Ministry
With different departments extending assistance to inmates, the Extension Program launched March 14 the Jail Rehabilitation Ministry, pulling together expertise and resources under one integrated and holistic program. The Ministry resonates with the goal of whole person education of Silliman University. It endeavors to help ensure a worthwhile and meaningful experience to inmates at the […]
Alumni Updates (March 22-April 3)
The Silliman University Marina Mission Clinic (SUMMC) in Dauin, Negros Oriental is a facility where alumni and friends of Silliman may find interest in supporting. SUMMC today is a primary health care facility catering to outpatients for general consultation and treatment in an outpatient basis. The clinic serves the rural community in Dauin and other […]
IEMS Deploys Fish Habitats in Apo Marine Sanctuary
The Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences (IEMS) spearheaded the deployment of reef fish recovery tools or fish habitats to reinforce efforts aimed at the full recovery of the coral reef in the Apo Island Marine Sanctuary (AIMS). Made by dive rangers and carpenters of Apo Island, the fish habitats are dome-shaped and are made […]
Alumni Updates (March 22-April 3)
The Silliman University Marina Mission Clinic (SUMMC) in Dauin, Negros Oriental is a facility where alumni and friends of Silliman may find interest in supporting. SUMMC today is a primary health care facility catering to outpatients for general consultation and treatment in an outpatient basis. The clinic serves the rural community in Dauin and […]
Board of Trustees Closes Application/Nomination for Silliman President
ADVISORY Board of Trustees Closes Application/Nomination for President of Silliman UniversityIssue Date: 28 March 2016 The Board of Trustees, in its regular meeting on 20 March 2016, has closed the period of nomination and/or application for President of Silliman University. It shall now proceed with the process of assessing the nominees and applicants. The Board […]
Commencement Address
COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS(Delivered during the 103rd Commencement Exercises on March 20, 2016 at the Silliman University Gymnasium.) BR. ARMIN A. LUISTRO, FSCSecretary of the Department of Education Government of the Philippines “Ang tagal ko itong hinintay, but it was all worth the wait. It was worth every tear, every sweat, every slap, and every kiss. It was worth every […]
