2 Japanese Universities Experience Service-Learning in SU
Students from two Japanese universities were hosted by the Institute of Service-Learning (ISL) on two different dates. Six students from Rikkyo University were on campus from August 26 to 30, led by Prof. Akifumi Morimoto: Ai Iizuka, Nana Nishizato, Hirotoshi Hayashi, Noriaki Kamiki, Kentaro Omoto and Kato Tetsuya. Two days later, ISL received 14 from […]
Alumni Chapter in Australia Donates for Marina Clinic
The Silliman University Alumni Association of Sydney, Australia Chapter, Inc. recently turned over a cash donation for the improvement of the operating room at the Marina Mission Clinic. Chapter president Dr. Alicia B. Dumlao (first from right in the photo) led the group that personally handed the donation to Silliman through Vice President for Development […]
New Committee Oversees ‘Bricks Project’
A new committee at the College of Nursing is overseeing the implementation of the next phases of a project originally aimed at laying 14,000 special patented bricks that represent donations towards the College. The new committee was convened by Acting Dean Dr. Evalyn Abalos and her immediate predecessor Dean Prof. Florenda Cabatit to assess how […]
Press Statement on the Passing of Dr. Proceso U. Udarbe
It is with grief that we announce the passing of former Silliman University Acting President Dr. Proceso U. Udarbe yesterday. He was 88. Dr. Udarbe was a man for others. His scholarly works manifested his deep Christian faith and his unwavering commitment to strengthening the spiritual perspective through which we celebrate life. He was very […]
Founders Day
We come together at least once every year as one community in celebrating the blessing that is Silliman. As one, we reminisce campus memories, strengthen friendships and reinforce experiences that inspire us to grow a heart for others. On behalf of Silliman University, I greet you all a Happy 112th Founders Day! Our celebration this […]
Prof. Carlos P. Magtolis, Jr.
Not known to many, this senior professor studied Marxism and guerilla warfare in the Soviet Union for a year right after his college graduation, a few years before Martial Law was declared in the country. Prof. Carlos P. Magtolis, Jr. is the current Dean of the Office of Student Services. He completed his secondary education […]
Silliman Turns 112
What does Silliman mean to you? This question resonates with the hundreds who come home to their Alma Mater on Founders Day. They start pouring in towards the third week of August, into the 28th – the birth date of Silliman. But celebration starts as early as the first week and is wrapped up on […]
4 Named Outstanding Sillimanians
A trial court judge, a scholar of chemistry, a social entrepreneur, and a nurse entrepreneur are the recipients of this year’s Outstanding Sillimanian Awards. Each has distinguished themselves in their respective fields, with their professions and socio-civic involvements impacting a greater number in the community. Their outstanding achievements continue to carry out the ideals of […]
‘Tipon Silliman’ Gathers Hundreds of US-based Alumni
They arrived at the Dumaguete airport — a good number on connecting flights. Welcomed with a lei.Brought to the campus on the brand new Silliman bus.And are treated to a dance reminiscent of the early years on campus, as they hopped off to register at the Silliman University Alumni Council of North America (SUACONA) Student […]
15 Loyal Personnel Listed on Heritage Builders Wall
Fifteen names of long-serving faculty and staff of Silliman University who have passed on will be unveiled on August 26. Their names are etched in plates and will be added to the list of personnel previously honored on the Heritage Builders Wall. Located at the south lawn of the Silliman Hall, the Heritage Builders Wall […]
