EXPERIENCE LETRAN IN A BLISS BY LOUISE LIZAN & DANIELLE MACADANGDANG
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aying “college is tough” is an understatement. The same routine every year, studying in endless rooms, buried on exams, and to top it all off, things only seem to be getting difficult every passing day – inevitable, but nonetheless still enjoyable. It can get a bit boring, going in and out of the same school, the same gates, the same halls for years. It’s really bound to get boring, promise. However, Letran just knows how to have fun. From the start of the school year, Letran already planned various activities for the future breed of Letranites to enjoy their first few weeks before the endless studying starts. Although it wouldn’t stop there, of course. Letran prides itself on producing quality students, one of the things that its best at is giving quality and fun-filled events that makes a student’s stay in the Colegio worthwhile. Flashing lights, energetic performances, and incredible foods are just some of the things included in the nights of wonder. Whether it be a college tradition or just a night out to bond with fellow Letranites, these are some of the highly anticipated events that’ll make a Letranite’s stay complete. 1. Exclusive for new Letranites comes Binyag Arriba, a oneway ticket to four fruitful years of stay in the Colegio. Fresh new start for a fresh new school, right? But just make sure to bring another set of clothes for it can get a bit… messy. It’s also a start of getting new friends and experiencing the rest of the college years with them! Make sure to choose friends wisely and make new and exciting memories to remember by. 2. Right after the blessing of being a true blooded Letranite, what comes after is the annual Pep Rally, introducing the school’s pride and joy, the Letran Knights. Get geared up with anticipating the jeers and cheers for Letran’s very own basketball players. It will fuel the inner Arriba Spirit in every
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proud Letranite. 3. If the Pep Rally will introduce new and intense players on the NCAA court, Letran has its very own event showcasing the skills and sportsmanship every Letran student may have. Each college department will show their pride in their own packs and give the best they can offer through various sports activities such as volleyball and basketball in the Letramurals. Letramurals is a great opportunity to showcase one’s skill and pride for their own college department, awakening their inner cheerleaders and athletes. It can get a little intense, considering that every student wants their own department to win – and that’s what makes the Letramurals an event to look forward to! 4. As a Catholic institution, it’s a Letran tradition to take part in the celebration of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary. Letranites are known to keep their own rosaries in their pockets in thanks for the blessing and guidance of Our Lady. It would take the students’ holiness and patience to uphold the essence of the holy celebration by joining in the Grand Procession and La Naval masses. 5. Love listening to local artists after running through the streets of Intramuros at night? Then wait for Colegio Week to have some real fun! Good food, good music, and great company await the new breed of Letranites. Accompanied by a great fireworks display, this will surely be the most memorable night in a freshie’s entire life. Truly a night of wonder. 6. Before the Christmas vacation starts, Letran would give off a farewell that the new breed of Letranites shouldn’t miss out on. Paskong Arriba is a great send off for Letranites to a better end of the year: another night full of great music with preChristmas vibes. Lights and carols would fill the night as the holidays come near, and maybe, there would be a bit of alcohol too. Another reward for every Letranite’s struggles all throughout the first half of the academic year. 7. Speaking of rewards, it’s a nice feeling to get recognized in all the outputs and struggles students put into every project, every presentation, and every requirement. Nights may seem vague, but every department has one to highlight and reward students for all their hard work. Nights such as awards nights or recognition nights are held to push students to aim higher and better than they can be. These events come and go, and even after all the years of experiencing this, it still gets bigger and better every time. Especially with these new Letranites coming in for this academic year, Letran would take the challenge of taking the events up a notch for the quadricentennial celebration next year, proving that the Colegio isn’t just a place for excellence, but a place for fun and enjoyment.
