The Internet
The Internet: Scarcity or Abundance? Mark Raygan E. Garcia, Director, Office of Information and Publications The internet is both a battle and a breeding ground. It is where people wage war against ignorance, apathy and social injustice. In the same way, it is where people grow their ideas, pride and sense of belonging. But as […]
Rev. Jonathan R. Pia
The life of Rev. Jonathan R. Pia is a ministry. It is a meaningful journey of service to the Lord. Pastor Pia was born to a family of strong faith. His father was a pastor and his mother, who took up Christian Education, was not new to church work. While becoming a pastor (which his […]
Silliman Celebrates University Christian Life Emphasis Week
A permanent feature of campus life in Silliman is the University Christian Life Emphasis Week (UCLEW) every semester. This semester's celebration from January 26 to February 3 is anchored on the theme “More than Victors in Christ”. The text is taken from Romans 8: 37-39: “No, in all these things we are more than conquerors […]
MassCom Student Paper ‘Digital Sillimanian’ Linked to Web
A link to the Digital Sillimanian, an online-student publication developed by students at the College of Mass Communication, now forms part of the University website under E-Publications. The online publication contains materials that are written by Mass Communication majors enrolled in the subject “Communication 22: Development Reporting”. The course is being handled by Ms Celia […]
Exchange Program Application Opens for Japan, Korea
The Student Scholarship and Aid Division (SSAD) is now accepting applicants for the Foreign Exchange Students Program. Coordinator Mrs. Rhodora Sagun said students can now apply for the student exchange program for school year 2013-2014. Two slots are available: one at the International Christian University in Tokyo, Japan, and another at Hannam University in South […]
Computer Science Junior is Outstanding Foreign Student
For three consecutive years, a Silliman student clinched a spot in the Top Three Most Outstanding International Students in the Philippines. David P. Mupe, a Congolese national who is already in third year in the Computer Science program, was the lone recipient from outside Luzon. He received the award along a Mongolian from the University […]
National Figures Engage Youth Leaders at Summit
The first National Youth Development Summit convened on the Silliman campus before the holday break gathered youth leaders and advocates for an event aimed at inspiring young people to realize their critical role in addressing development issues. A series of talks, discussions, competitions and interaction with national figures highlighted the four-day event. Topics revolved around […]
Green Engineering
Thoughts on 'Green Engineering'Prof. Cleonico Y. Fontelo, Vice President for Finance and Administration Without being so technical about it, “green engineering” simply means living your life with respect for the environment. Gone are the days when because of low human population, resources were thought to be infinite. We are past that stage of industrial […]
Asst. Prof. Anatoly Karpov Buss
Assistant Professor Anatoly Karpov Buss ventured into an unfamiliar territory. Yet he managed to live far from home, gained an extended family of friends, and fell in love with the charm that this City of Gentle People boasts of: Silliman University. Fondly called Karpov by his friends, he was raised in Makati. He grew up […]
Alumni Letter December 2012
Dear Fellow Sillimanian: Maayong Pasko ug Mabungahong Bag-ong Tuig! There was much opportunity for Christmas giving in December 2012 as Dumaguete becomes the new typhoon “destination.” Dr. Angel C. Alcala observes, “it is vulnerable to tropical depressions developed during the north monsoon season.” He urged the local government to accept the reality of climate change […]
