SU Produces 6 Licensed Mechanical Engineers
Six graduates of the College of Engineering and Design passed the 2015 Mechanical Engineer Licensure Examination administered March 7 and 8. Silliman registered an overall passing percentage of 85.71 against the national passing rate of 59.26 per cent. Congratulations to our new licensed mechanical engineers: Arbolado, Jiko Espinas Barroca, Godfrey Cortez Kirit, April Giane Pescuela […]
Renowned Japanese Choreographer Opens Dance Workshop
Award-winning Japanese choreographer and dancer Yuko Takahashi returns to Silliman University for a Summer Dance Workshop open to local dance enthusiasts ages eight and up. Yuko is the director, choreographer and founder of the Sendai-based Yuko Takahashi Dance Company which specializes in modern ballet. The group premiered in the Philippines last August 2014 in a […]
IMTC Head Appointed to CHED Technical Panel for Comm
Instructional Media and Technology Center (IMTC) Director Dr. Rosario M. Baseleres was recently appointed by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) as member of its Technical Committee for Communication. Dr. Baseleres will assist in the development and reformulation of policies on outcomes-based education, Center of Development and/or Excellence in communication education, and new curriculum on […]
Third Grader Awarded Most Outstanding Swimmer
A third grader from the Elementary Department bagged three medals during the 2nd Cebu International School Age Group Invitational Swim Meet held March 14. Monique S. Ramas-Uypitching clinched a gold medal each in three categories: 100m Individual Medley, 25m Breaststroke and 25m Freestyle. She received a silver medal in 25m Butterfly. Her over-all performance bested […]
Commencement Message
Commencement SpeechBy Dr. Angel C. Alcala, National Scientist and Professor Emeritus (Delivered during the 102nd Commencement Exercises on March 22, 2015 at the Silliman University Gymnasium.) Madam Chair Professor Leonor M. Briones, Fellow Members of the Board of Trustees, President Ben S. Malayang III, Past President Dr. Agustin A. Pulido, Vice Presidents Dr. Betsy Joy […]
Mrs. Brenda E. Vilan
Very few people have the pleasure of getting paid to do what they love. Mrs. Brenda E. Vilan of the Early Childhood Department is one of them. Brenda admits that she prefers being around kids than adults any day. This strong-willed and sprightly prep school teacher is a native of Butuan City in Agusan del […]
National Scientist is 102nd Commencement Speaker
National Scientist and Professor Emeritus Dr. Angel C. Alcala addresses around 1,100 college students on March 22 at the Silliman University Gymnasium. Of the total graduates, 87 are receiving Latin honors: 16 magna cum laude and 71 cum laude. The selection of Dr. Alcala as the Speaker of the 102nd Commencement Exercises reinforces the thrust […]
Alumni Updates (March 16-22)
Sadya Mindanao 2015 is just around the corner. We give you a peek into what’s latest: Registration rate is P3,000 per person. Those registering on or before April 15, 2015 enjoy an early bird discount – they now pay only P2,500 per person. Registration does not include accommodation. If you wish to avail of […]
Godspeed, Graduates!
What you make of yourself following your graduation reflects two things: First, the competence and Christian values that you have gained while in Silliman; and, second, the intensity of your desire to let your life be a source of hope, care and love for the people around you. Congratulations to the Class of 2015! Today […]
Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Lectures on APEC
Foreign Affairs Undersecretary for International Economic Relations Ambassador Laura Quiambao-Del Rosario talked about the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and its role in regional economic integration in a forum on March 17 at the Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium. The Undersecretary’s lecture formed part of the APEC 101 Roadshow of the DFA that holds a series […]
