28 Pass Nurses’ Licensure Exam
Twenty-eight graduates of Silliman University are among the country's new registered nurses, based on the results of the July 2011 Nurses' Licensure Examination. Congratulations: Aguilar, Vivien L. Bairoy, Carmelie J. Borromeo, Lyndon Lorence C. Bucol, Elizabeth Ann R. Cabale, Armel B. Catalan, Christine L. Clamor, Cristy Jen A. Cueco, Jacelie M. Dy, Mary Rose N. […]
PCGG Roadshow Hits at Corruption
The Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG) celebrated its 25th anniversary with a roadshow at Silliman University themed “Closing Chapters: Finding a Way Forward” on September 21, coinciding with the anniversary of martial law in the Philippines. Highlighting the event was a forum on good governance held on the same day and attended by PCGG […]
‘Act Now’, RH Forum Participants Urge Lawmakers
Participants of the forum on reproductive health conducted September 17 at the Claire Isabel McGill Luce Auditorium issued a public declaration calling for the immediate enactment of the Reproductive Health (RH) Bill. The whole-day forum on “Population, Health and Environment”, which gathered hundreds of students and members of civil society, local government units and advocacy […]
The RH Bill
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. RH Bill: A Boon or Bane to Society?By Dr. Maria Cecilia M. Genove, Dean, College of […]
Alumni Letter August 2011
“Tears can only come again. Elsewhere. In other times. Maybe whenever we recall Mom Edith’s love and grace, her words on the page or as she uttered them to our face, addressing the ever-expanding family that came to grow and roost, in her very home. We all lay her to physical rest today — all […]
Peace Month Celebration Engages Community in Dialogues
The Justice and Peace Center has lined up activities aimed at encouraging students to actively engage in the peace process and dialogues, in celebration of Peace Month this September. Themed “Peace Estoryahe…Peace Talks Seryosohon,” the celebration kicked off with an “Inner Peace” yoga session on September 7 at the newly renovated McKinley Hall, followed by […]
9 Pass Licensure Exams for Electrical Engineers
Silliman University congratulates nine of its graduates for passing the Electrical Engineer Licensure Examination administered on September 10 to 11. Based on the results released September 14, the University garnered a passing average of 69.23 per cent against the national passing rate of 58.02 per cent. Congratulations to our new licensed electrical engineers: Abrasaldo, Sheryl […]
Death by Punctuation
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. Death by a Punctuation Mark: The Hyphen in 'Service-Learning' By Mark Raygan E. Garcia, Director, Office […]
Feature Answers ‘Who is Ms Silliman 2011?’
Standing proud with her regal bearing, 20-year-old Computer Engineering junior Alexis Dawn Masangkay, the first Miss Silliman from the College of Engineering and Design, gasped when she was crowned this year’s fairest and brightest among 11 hopefuls: “Thank you, God!” For a reluctant candidate like Alexis, winning the prestigious campus beauty event in the country, […]
Students Flock Newly Refurbished SUACONA Center
The Student Center continues to draw more students after it was refurbished by the Silliman University Alumni Council of North America (SUACONA), easily making it a favorite hangout spot. Inaugurated late last month as the SUACONA Student Center, the Center features new furnishings and student lounges complete with entertainment and recreational facilities. It has […]