Mrs. Yolanda Elenita Luz Valente-Maxino
In the beginning, when God was distributing the mystic beans of happiness and optimism, only a lucky few were able to make it on time. One of those who were able to secure their place in the front row was Mrs. Yolanda Elenita Luz Valente-Maxino, who, perhaps, received more than a handful of beans than […]
Becoming Better Servants
BECOMING BETTER SERVANTSBy Rev. Grace A. Bangisan, Minister for Christian Education and Nurture, Silliman University Church Text: Mark 10:35-45 Long time ago in a farm, there was a beautiful bamboo tree right in front of a farmer’s house. This bamboo tree is so pretty that it became an attraction in their town. So many people […]
Former National Treasurer Tackles Country’s 2016 Budget in Integrative Lecture
“Instead of crazing over Aldub and what movies to watch, why don’t you take a look at the importance and impact of the national budget in your life as students?” This was a challenge that kept students in their seats. A challenge posed by former National Treasurer Prof. Leonor M. Briones during her lecture on […]
Alumni Updates (October 5-11)
It was a big turnout for the post-Founders Day and Fellowship Luncheon of the Silliman Alumni Association, Inc. – Cagayan de Oro Chapter last October 3 at the Pryce Plaza Hotel. Gracing the occasion were Silliman Trustees Mrs. Fenina T. Rodriguez (the gracious host) and Bishop Melzar D. Labuntog. Also present were Congressman Rufus B. […]
Catholic Nun at Peace Forum: ‘Help Lumad Children Dream Dreams’
A Catholic nun who is a staunch human rights defender enjoined the audience in a peace forum held at the Silliman Hall to send a strong message to the national government to stop the culture of impunity and demilitarize the schools in the Lumad areas in Mindanao. Sr. Stella Matutina, who is the recipient of […]
PH Ranks 2nd in Global Coastal Cleanup; Plastic Tops Ocean Litter
Five to 15 million tons of plastics enter the ocean annually from land-based sources, said the 2015 report of the Ocean Conservancy, the world’s largest volunteer effort for the ocean’s health, based in Washington, D.C. It warned that without effective waste collection, “an avalanche of plastic debris will enter the ocean in the coming decades.” […]
High School Athletes Bring Home 9 Medals from Provincial Tournament
Athletes from the High School Department won three gold, three silver and three bronze during the Governor’s Back-to-Back Sports Competition held last month. Bagging gold were Jibrael Juan III P. Yap for triple jump; Chuche S. Montenegro, Julianna Nicole O. Lopez, Juliane Nicole C. Villegas and Krystel Mae Santisteban for the 4×100 meter relay-women; and […]
Dr. Malayang on Senior High Preparations: ‘Not Risking is the Greatest Risk’
“Not risking is the greatest risk. Playing safe is likely the one that would make us most unsafe.” This was the statement of Silliman University President Dr. Ben S. Malayang III during the blessing and dedication of the University’s Senior High School (SHS) office on October 1. He said this in reference to the comprehensive […]
PT Major Off to US for Clinical Internship with Seton Hall University
A fifth year Physical Therapy major is the first recipient of the partnership between Silliman University and Seton Hall University (SHU) based in New Jersey, USA. Diane Grace D. Uy Matiao is on a three-month clinical internship at an orthopedic rehab facility in Montclair, New Jersey. Her internship from October to December is undertaken under […]
Dr. Earl Jude Paul L. Cleope
There is a plethora of interesting life stories that have direct links with what everyone has come to know as the campus beside the sea. Some found the paragon of knowledge and wisdom, their ultimate purpose, their lifelong partners, some even found a home. However, there are a few, exceptional cases where they almost built […]
