2 Professors Tackle Significance of Local History Writing
Two history professors of Silliman University spoke recently at a national event that encouraged participants to develop their hometowns' local histories. Office of Student Affairs Dean Prof. Carlos Magtolis, Jr. and College of Education Dean Dr. Earl Jude Cleope were speakers at the national “Seminar-Workshop on Local History Writing” hosted last month by the University […]
Mr. Leonardo Dave A. Domino
(NOTE: 'Colleague of the Week' serves as a window into the life of the faculty and staff members of Silliman University. It seeks to showcase colleagues from different departments and units, and present them as “the” faces that form part of the foundation of Silliman. Featured weekly are faculty and staff who have committed themselves […]
‘Best Me’
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. Handwriting on the HeartBy Rev. Jonathan R. PiaSenior Pastor & Minister of the ParishSilliman University Church (Sermon […]
Enrollment Up by 3.67%
The overall enrollment of Silliman University this School Year 2012-2013 rose by 3.67 per cent. This development as of June 29 brings up the total University student population to 9,259, registering an increase of 338 students. College enrollment takes up 4.5 per cent of the overall increase, with 338 students over last school year’s first […]
‘Humor is a Social Contract’ — Visiting Professor
A visiting professor at the English and Literature Department examined humor and the connection that people have to it during a lecture on uses of political humor conducted June 28 at the Science Complex. “Humor is a social contract. You understand humor because you are part of that agreement,” said Dr. Nerissa Balce. Dr. Balce […]
Alumnus Competes in 2012 London Olympics
A Silliman alumnus qualifies for the 2012 London Olympics. Mark Javier, who graduated with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Information Technology in 2005, now joins the official 11-member Philippine delegation to the 2012 Olympics opening July 27 at the Olympic Stadium in east London. Reports from the International Archery Federation say that during […]
Philippine Opera Company Opens 50th Cultural Season
The Silliman University Cultural Affairs Committee opens its 50th cultural season with the Philippine Opera Company’s Ang Bagong Harana on June 29 and 30 at the Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium. Ang Bagong Harana, directed by acclaimed playwright Floy Quintos, takes off from the success of the Philippine Opera Company’s musical review Harana, which showcased the best of […]
Philippine Opera Company Opens 50th Cultural Season
The Silliman University Cultural Affairs Committee opens its 50th cultural season with the Philippine Opera Company’s Ang Bagong Harana on June 29 and 30 at the Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium. Ang Bagong Harana, directed by acclaimed playwright Floy Quintos, takes off from the success of the Philippine Opera Company’s musical review Harana, which showcased […]
Alumni Letter May 2012
Dear Fellow Sillimanian: As the freshmen are officially enrolled, we are hoping that this prayer written in 2007 by Dr. Proceso U. Udarbe, Pastor Emeritus of Silliman University Church, will also be the prayer of their hearts: “… We know that everything we are and have, and everything we can ever […]
Institutional ‘PSR’
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. Pedagogy as Social Responsibility By Dr. Betsy Joy B. Tan, Vice President for Academic Affairs (Message delivered […]