Divinity Hosts 6 Japanese Under ‘Global Church’ Exchange
Four students and two staff from the Japan Biblical Theological Seminary (JBTS) will be visiting Silliman University on August 2 to 9 as part of their exchange student program. The program involves students of theology from two institutions. It aims to enhance the knowledge of each participant about how churches work particularly in Japan and […]
Dr. Elizabeth Susan Vista-Suarez
A thousand-word article is not enough to portray her life. Not even more. Her life is like a white piece of canvas; no one can appreciate it until colors are added. Even more, her life is like a grand staff; no one can understand it until notes are added. Dr. Elizabeth Susan Vista-Suarez says, “If […]
Big Shoes
NOTE: “Leadership Reflections” shares views of the different members of the University Leadership Council on matters related to campus life and the operations of the University. As well, it features opinions on issues of national and/or international relevance. Filling Big Shoes and Making a Niche in ResearchBy Dr. Enrique G. Oracion, Director, Research and Development (Message […]
Luce President Cites SU’s Care for Country’s ‘Cultural Future’
The president of The Henry Luce Foundation, whose trip to Silliman University was his first to a partner institution of the United Board for Christian Higher Education (UBCHEA) upon election as chair of its Board of Trustees (BOT), expressed gratitude for the care that the University has given to Filipino culture. Dr. Michael Gilligan reflected […]
Silliman Hosts 30 United Board Fellows from 9 Countries
The 2012 United Board Fellows Program hosted by Silliman University marked the 90th anniversary celebration in the Philippines of the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia (UBCHEA). Thirty professors from around Asia who were previous recipients of the Fellows Program, one of the signature programs of UBCHEA, were in Silliman from July 23 […]
Daniel Fissell Foundation Expands Scholarship Program
The Daniel Fissell Music Foundation (DFMF) expanded its scholarship program in Silliman University by supporting a student each year alternately at the College of Performing and Visual Arts (COPVA) and the Divinity School (DS). DFMF Board chair Dr. Al B. Fuertes visited Silliman to make formal such agreement that also includes a music grant to […]
Eng’g Professors Road Test Alumnus’ Hybrid Car Invention
A graduate of Silliman University had professors at the College of Engineering and Design (CED) test his patented technology that converts ordinary vehicles into hybrid cars. Prototype testing was done on a Volkswagen (VW) Beetle. The hybridized version was then road tested recently around Dumaguete, Tanjay and Zamboanguita by a group of engineers from the […]
ND Department Leads Campaign for Health, Wellness
The Nutrition and Dietetics (ND) Department takes the lead in the celebration of Nutrition Month this July. Its celebration kicked off with its participation in the annual Nutri-Fit walk on July 8. The Silliman delegation won the award of Biggest Contingent for Private Schools, with its participants coming from different student organizations in the University. […]
Scientists Explore Role of Genetics in Marine Conservation
A new technology that uses genetics in biodiversity conservation is the main feature of an international program that has gathered at Silliman University scientists, professors and graduate students from around the world. The 1st Pan-Pacific Advanced Studies Institute (PacASI) hosts 61 participants from ten countries for a series of case study and research presentations, discussions […]
Prof. Rosalind B. Ablir
Others would rather dismiss it, but she admits to being one: “I'm strict.” Her rules in the classroom don't stand to paint a picture of her being a terror teacher though. As she explains, they are there to help mold students to become better Filipino citizens. And her approach to teaching comes with a conscious […]
