Alumni Letter September 2013
DEAR FELLOW SILLIMANIANS AND FRIENDS: The month of September found the whole Silliman community in deep prayer. Silliman University Church in partnership with the Silliman University Student Government, spearheaded a prayer gathering at the SU Church last September 11. The prayers focused on the concern for our country leaders, the Zamboanga crisis and the Syrian […]
ADVISORY 2: School Activities Suspended; Resumption: Oct. 21
All school activities in Silliman University are suspended for the entire week. Faculty and staff are also encouraged to stay home. Work and school activities resume on October 21 (Monday). This decision is made in consideration of the need for more time to conduct a structural integrity assessment on all buildings on campus by our […]
ADVISORY 1: Classes Suspended October 16
Following the 7.2 magnitude earthquake that affected Dumaguete City this morning, Silliman University is suspending classes in all levels at the School of Basic Education tomorrow, October 16. (Semestral break for college has begun this week.) The University is conducting an assessment of its buildings as a precautionary measure to better ensure the safety of […]
Crocodiles
Philippine Crocodile Conservation in the PhilippinesBy Ben S. Malayang III, President (Keynote Address delivered during the Forum on Crocodiles in the Philippines, 31 January to 2 February 2007, Museum of the Filipino People, Manila.) There are compelling scientific, cultural and ecological reasons for why we need to more fully understand crocodiles, and thus why this […]
Asst. Prof. Emervencia L. Ligutom
Living near Silliman campus prompted a little girl to dream of getting a diploma from the institution. That simple dream was turned into a beautiful experience years later as she formally became a Sillimanian, no longer just a “Silinganian” — as her family lived at the back of Doltz Hall. Asst. Prof. Emervencia L. […]
‘Annual Report 2013’ Published Online
The Annual Report of Silliman University covering School Year 2012-2013 is already available on the University website. Located under “E-Publications,” the Annual Report 2013 summarizes the accomplishments of the University in four chapters: Christian Witness, Academic Excellence, Excellence in Governance, and Relevance and Reach. (Click: Annual Report 2013 ) Silliman President Dr. Ben S. Malayang […]
AFP Deputy Chief of Staff Graces ROTC Event, Awards Medals
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) appointed into its Reserved Force three from Silliman University: a Social Studies instructor at the High School Department, a professor at the College of Law and a graduate from the College of Nursing. All three were awarded their respective medals and ranks during the Ceremonial Parade and Review […]
Popular American Sport Lacrosse Introduced in Silliman
A new sport was introduced on campus last month. Lacrosse, described as the “fastest sport on two feet,” was launched under the Physical Education Department. Silliman varsity players in college and from the High School and Elementary departments were the first to experience the new sport in the University. Mr. Justin B. Manjares, a lacrosse […]
Faculty Present Papers on Geohazard Mapping, TESOL
Faculty members of the School of Public Affairs and Governance and the English Department presented papers at two separate conferences – one, international, and the other, of national scope. In the Philippine Society for Public Administration International Conference held October 1 to 2 in Manila, Asst. Prof. Anatoly Karpov P. Buss read two papers. The […]
Call for Donations for Flood Victims in Bayawan City
Issue Date: 7 October 2013 Thousands were evacuated yesterday during the flooding in Bayawan City. Many are left homeless and hundreds continue to be in evacuation centers today. Silliman University is appealing to all Sillimanians and the public to donate either in cash or in kind for our brothers and sisters who have been affected […]
