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NEW RULES. Cars line up at the Oriental Hall parking lot as SU implements a new parking scheme and guideline for this semester. PHOTO BY Gloria Gem Lumayag
SU implements parking stickers use
By Stephanie Ria L. Colinco IN LINE WITH the implementation of the new parking scheme and guidelines this semester, Silliman University (SU) has started the issuing of gate pass stickers last Nov. 21. Gate pass stickers are for vehicles of the parents of the School of Basic Education and Junior High School students. Cars and motorcycles with gate pass stickers are only allowed to enter the university
to drop off and pick up students. Owners who will park their vehicles with gate pass stickers inside the university will be penalized. According to Christy Destor, incharge of the distribution of parking stickers, gate pass stickers will be released until further notice at the Student Lounge 1, Oriental Hall. Destor added that the university is targeting to release vehicle passes for the faculty and staff, and possibly also for students, on Nov. 28.
“The university is still in the process of plotting parking spaces for the faculty and staff… so we can know how many plots to release to the students,” Destor said. While vehicle passes are still not available, the students and faculty and staff are required to present their valid ID at the university gates before entering. Gate pass stickers are at Php500 pesos per semester from its former price of Php250, while vehicle
A link of the survey can be found in the official Facebook page of the Silliman University Student Government (SUSG). Also, copies of the survey have been e-mailed by the Office of Information and Publications to the official SU Gmail accounts of students. The survey will run until Dec. 2. Student responses on this survey will be one of the bases to pursue the policy. According to Recto, this initiative, to not automatically absorb students to their respective course
organizations, was started by former SUSG vice president Nikko Calledo. “There has never been any written document that says students of this course are automatically members of this organization. It is just assumed and it became a tradition,” Recto said. Recto added that the ComSo is strongly encouraging the student body to respond. “We are on the process of gathering information on what the student body has to say, if they approve of this or not,” Recto said.~
ComSo calls for students’ participation on org membership survey
By Stephanie Ria L. Colinco
THE COMMITTEE ON STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS (ComSo) is asking for the participation of students to answer a survey on its initiative to “abolish automatic memberships of students to academic organizations that pertain to the courses they are taking.” According to Monique Recto, ComSo head, students are encouraged to voice out their opinions by answering a virtual survey.
NORECO II turns over bicycles to SUSG Environmental Committtee By Santia Onnycha D. Ursabia and Gloria Gem T. Lumayag A TURN-OVER OF bicycles to the Silliman University Student Government (SUSG) for their Sikad project was held last Nov. 16 at the Negros Oriental Electric Corporation II (NORECO II). Semper Lumine E. Gaturian, NORECO II head of directors, said that the partnership of NORECO II and SUSG promotes the clean and healthy environment using the bicycles in the campus. “We are proud of you, students of the university because you live up to the university’s crusade applying to protect and save Mother Earth,” Gaturian said. Gaturian added that NORECO II is a strong advocate for environmental protection and has on-going programs.
pass stickers will cost Php5000 per semester. Faculty and staff members are granted a free vehicle pass on their first vehicle. Meanwhile, some students with vehicles are expressing their thoughts on the parking fee increase. “I don’t really like the excuse that just because we bring cars to school means that we can also afford that sticker. I can afford it, yes, but it doesn’t mean that it’s reasonable,” a junior mass communication student, said.
According to Cecilio Saludar, liaison officer of the Office of Student Services, they are ready to implement the university policy despite mixed student reactions. “I have been putting stickers on vehicles since 2005 and I have not heard of anyone who is happy with fees, [but this is a university policy],” Saludar said. SU started the plan of implementing a new parking policy last semester to heighten security and assist the city in its traffic flow.~
FULL HOUSE. The cast of “Scharon Mani” perform onstage last Nov. 21 at the Luce Auditorium. PHOTO BY Gloria Gem Lumayag
SU pres talks about the uncertainty of the future during All Univ Convo By John Rey L. Villareal
SUSG Environmental Committee with the NORECO II Board of Directors. PHOTO BY Santia Onnycha Ursabia
Micah Jude Sinco, a senior computer engineering student and environment committee chairperson, mentioned that the Sikad project has been in Silliman for a long time. “When I was in my first year of college, we already had this
project. When I was in my second year, the bikes were slowly going away. Like there were guys in the Oriental Hall that would want to rent. So right now in 2016, our new SUSG has decided to revive the Sikad Project,” Sinco said.~
DR. BEN S. MALAYANG III, president of Silliman University, stressed out the “uncertainty and anxiety of the world” during the All University Convocation last Nov. 14 at the Luce Auditorium. “We’re divided as to how to look at our future,” Malayang said. He pointed out that these new leaders, including our own country’s President, will divide the people. He stated that some may see it as a “new day dawning”, for others “as a night unfolding”. “We enter into a second semester, to continue the business of the university of learning, creating new knowledge, advancing knowledge. Yet somehow, uncertain as to what
the future will hold of us,” Malayang added, referring to the new semester having the same uncertainties of the new leaders in the various nations. However, Malayang has confidence on three things: “First, whatever the future will be, we have confidence that our collective intelligence, the history of virtue in this university and our sense of faith will see us through.” “We’re ushering in a new age or new leaderships in our university. For any in our board, is in the process of searching for new leadership for Silliman,” Malayang said. He mentioned the process of searching for the new president of Silliman and how “anything new is always anxiety-ridden.” Malayang stated that he continue to page 4...
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ast Nov. 8, the Supreme Court of the Philippines ruled the burial of former President Ferdinand E. Marcos at the Libingan ng mga Bayani—a ruling which culminated in a sudden and discreet ceremony last Nov. 18. Since then, various protests have sprung from different parts of the country declaring that Marcos is no hero and is not deserving of a burial recognizing him as one. Of equal volume to these protests, however, are cries of fervor and foul from those who support Marcos and Martial Law. Individuals in defense of the late president’s regime expressed their support through posts detailing various achievements of Marcos’ rule and past issues left unresolved from the Aquino administration. Some tried to quell discussions with threats and verbal violence. They also implored the public to respect their opinion and right to freedom of speech, and encouraged the nation to heal and “move on.” However, these statements are difficult to digest. Marcos’ achievements were expected as an obligation for someone in his position for a long period of time. Cries of “dilawan” only perpetuate false dichotomies. Moreover, how can people see fit the argument on freedom of speech if Martial Law stripped such right from the people? How can these opinions be respected if they revise and glorify a period wherein opinions were met with torture, rape, or death? The Weekly Sillimanian strongly suggests that Marcos supporters review their arguments and reconsider their views. It is a deep and scathing act of mockery to those who were stripped of their humanity during Martial Law, and an unforgivable insult to the real heroes who fought for democracy and freedom. We as Filipinos have the power to build up a nation of unity and hope—but such cannot be achieved if we continuously yearn for darkness. Martial Law wasn’t a golden age, and Marcos was never a hero. Nothing can justify otherwise. ~
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sillimaniansspeak Compiled by Gresheen Gift M. Libby
“What are your thoughts on the new price for the university parking stickers?” “I believe that the Php5,000 price for the new parking stickers are rather expensive to park your car inside campus, especially comparing it to the former price of Php1,000 for the year. It is also an inconvenience now since many students park near their college buildings as it is difficult to find parking outside. I hope silliman changes the price to something more reasonable, especially since the maintenance of the parking areas is limited.” Erik Lennart Visser, Bachelor of Science in Psychology II “I find the Php5,000 parking sticker too expensive. However, I understand their reasons in making a new parking policy but I do not think it’s reasonable to raise the price that high.” Andree Jay Arrieta, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering IV “In my opinion, the parking sticker is too expensive. Supposedly, the sticker should be given to the students as a privilege of enrolling in the current semester.” Kliff Rajh L. Partosa, Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering III
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Time and Chance Happen to All Santia Onnycha D. Ursabia | Fly High Inday
Back in my elementary days, I went through the subjects of Civics and Culture or in Tagalog, Sibika’t Kultura. The past taught me about how the Philippines transitioned from worshipping the anitos and diwatas to having a religion in the name of Catholicism. The growth of the nation then went to rising heroes and warriors who fought for our independence, and in June 12, 1989, we declared freedom from Spanish rule. Everyone enjoyed it until the Martial Law era came. The Martial Law era was gruesome that it left people devastated up until now. History taught me what happened in the Martial Law era but it never taught me to be angry about what happened during that period. As a future media practitioner, I’ve heard many of them being jailed, abused and harassed during the Martial Law period. It breaks my heart to think about it and it makes me want to back out from my profession if Martial Law is to happen now. If I were to put my
feet on these people’s shoes, I would have been traumatized being raped, unjustly put into prison or even exiled to a distant place far away. I use to get mad about the acts that Marcos did but I know that it will do me no good to hold grudges on what happened in the past. The past was there to teach us a valuable lesson to prepare us for the present and for what is to come. Marcos has done good and bad things in this country, but what remained in the hearts of the Filipinos are bitterness, anger and hatred. But my point is: I do not want to plant seeds of anger and hatred to the next generation just because of the Martial Law era. I want them to learn from the past and simply move on. But how is moving on so simple when you’ve heard so much pain about that era? It is as simple as entrusting it to the one who created this nation, GOD. God has a purpose why the Martial Law happened and He has His own purpose why Marcos was already buried
in the Libingan Ng Mga Bayani. If the people would learn to surrender their anger to GOD and continuously pray for the nation and for the Marcos family, I know a huge change will be coming soon. Life is unfair. Yes, it is. To the people who died during the Martial Law Era without the proper burial, to the people who were wounded and lost, to the fatherless and motherless, know that justice is served because the Philippines has a just GOD. According to the book of Ecclesiastes 9:11, “The race is not to the swift or the battle to the strong, nor does food come to the wise or wealth to the brilliant or favor to the learned; but time and chance happen to them all.” I think it was his time and chance to be buried there. If GOD has forgiven the unforgivable in you, how much more on Marcos. Let us make room for acceptance and forgiveness. If we want to see this nation progressing, let’s stop complaining and start praying.~
Tale as Old as Time
Mary Abigail T. Go | Buccinator Chronicle
On a fiery noontime, after I finished my dessert, puto, a famous delicacy here in the Philippines, I switched the channel to a local news station and with horror, I saw flashed on the screen zoomed in footages of the burial of Ferdinand Marcos in the Libingan ng Mga Bayani. Marcos, the dictator, the human rights’ violator, the thief, and the President I wish the Philippines never had was given a hero’s burial by the nation whom he put in grave distress. Gun salutes honored him, the same that he used to shoot our fellow Filipinos. His body was finally laid to rest, even though thousands of families are still hoping to see their loved ones’ bodies after the bloody tortures. He was buried beside former heroes, such a disgrace to them who were worth honoring. We cannot remove him there anymore. His marble gravestone with his intricately engraved silverplated name and signature now
stands gloriously as quick as a blink of an eye in the heroes’ cemetery. But, we can instead be more vigilant. We should not allow this country to lose its freedom again for many had shed their blood to obtain it. Never did I advocate forgiving the Marcoses for their debts because they never even asked this nation for forgiveness. Until this very second, they are still enjoying the fruits of the history they are trying to hammer down to be forgotten. The young Marcoses are enjoying lavish dinners, music festivals, and boarding school education while majority of the Filipinos could not even eat three times a day, wear decent clothes, and go to school with proper ventilation and not be divided into batches because public schools could not accommodate all enrollees if they would follow a regular class schedule. The immediate family of the dictator is still in public office, most likely with dreams of holding the highest
position in the country once more. It is saddening that many refusesto read, watch, or even listen. Martial Law is not just a “thingy.” It happened with chills and horrors one could get in a suspense-thriller movie. It is not a joke for many to say that it is okay if it happens again today. Let us not walk with shutters and blinders because we were not the people who were tortured and killed. Let us not walk like we cannot stand for something just because we were not the people whose rights to speech were suppressed. One heartbreak is a mistake, but allowing your heart to be broken once more by the same agent is your fault. Let us not allow ourselves to be blamed. Let us never forget. Let us not wait for the day that the only moment we open our eyes is when all of the freedom we enjoy now will be taken away and we allow fear to reign like a never-ending tale as old as time.~
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Dream A Little Dream of Me The Philippines and the Trump Presidency By: Junelie Anthony Velonta Stars shining bright above you Night breezes seem to whisper “I love you” Birds singing in the sycamore trees Dream a little dream of me In music, the notes change as time goes by. In the more classical sense, the combination of various notes, rests, and everything in between create symphony—a harmony of history and emotion. Words often amplify what the notes try to say. Sometimes, it’s the other way around. In the sheet that is the Philippines, issues play the notes. The music may be heard in the streets, or even within oneself. Just recently, a new note came to the play— the aspect of the Trump presidency. Say nighty-night and kiss me Just hold me tight and tell me you’ll miss me While I’m alone and blue as can be Dream a little dream of me It is not uncommon to hear “… so why should you care, you do not even live there?” As one of the few allies of the USA in Asia, the Trump presidency has the ability to dictate some phenomena that are to happen here in the Philippines. The Philippine economy could face potential downfalls with partnerships linked to the US. Aside from this, intercountry security also jitters, as if to suddenly fall, from some of the possible propositions by the new President-Elect. In the end, there may be a possibility for us to find ourselves “alone and blue as can be.”
Stars fading but I linger on dear Still craving your kiss I’m longing to linger till dawn dear Just saying this
Stars fading but I linger on dear Still craving your kiss I’m longing to linger till dawn dear Just saying this
Right after the Second World War, many see the ‘kanos as saviors. Many cherish their contributions and benefit from it. Some would say that they never left us. They continued to support us, like one brother-in-arms to another. The upcoming American presidency could potentially break this image. During campaign, Trump called out to the United States to disentangle itself from its Asian allies, as he did not see them paying enough in shouldering the “burden.” This could potentially mean the development of nuclear weapons in NorthEast Asia, and maybe an isolated Philippines to deal with the dispute regarding territories in the South China Sea. Both could possibly set in some permanent results.
Economically, the Philippines may face isolation if we do not lean to our more powerful economic neighbors— China and Russia. Isolation may be a good thing as it pushes self-reliance, meaning industries could rise within the country bringing in more jobs for the Filipinos without going abroad. However, it would take a very long time for this self-reliance to work out for the people. Some would like to see the Philippines in the arms of others, namely China and Russia, but according to Eduardo C. Tadem, Ph.D., a professorial lecturer of Asian Studies in the University of the Philippines Diliman, this could go well if the said new relationships are played on an even playing field. He adds that it may just be wishful thinking.
Sweet dreams till sunbeams find you Sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you But in your dreams whatever they be Dream a little dream of me With so many possible scenarios unfolding right before us, De La Salle University assistant professor and political analyst states that while Duterte and Trump are different in many aspects, they also share many similarities. Their mercurial personalities and style of governance may spark a convergence between the two leaders. What this could mean is for us to find out soon.
Sweet dreams, till sunbeams find you Gotta keep dreaming leave all worries behind you But in your dreams whatever they be You gotta make me a promise, promise to me You’ll dream, dream a little of me As the American government leans to governing itself more on the inside, new melodies come into play. The possibility of several jobs in the country to be moved back to the USA is one example. Intercountry security and the concept of peace may also come into the fray. However, with the mix of many notes, it is only up to the future to decide how this will end up to the listener—the Filipino.~
Andres Bonifacio:
A Warrior with Swords and Pens
By Merell Lystra L. Recta
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very 30 th of November, we celebrate Andres Bonifacio’s birth anniversary to recognize his being a national hero. Although he was popularly known as the Supremo of the Katipunan, he was still belittled by our society because some thought that he was just a peasant from the lower class. But he’s actually not that poor; in fact, he was a member of the middle class. We will not touch the argument on whether he deserves to be recognized as the Philippines’ national hero. But, let us dig deeper into the life of this revolutionizer as an artist—and not just as a fighter. Andres Bonifacio was surprisingly intelligent despite being unable to finish a formal education. He wrote exceptionally great poems—poems which some scholars claim to be better than Rizal’s because of its simple writing style yet profundity. Most of Bonifacio’s poems depict love for one’s country. “Pag-ibig sa Tinubuang Lupa” This might be his most familiar
piece, yet less recognized by the masses. In this poem, he emphasized the love for country. He demonstrated that kind of love as one which wills a person to do anything to protect the country; that shedding blood for the nation’s sake is just an aftermath of that enormous love. “Katapusang Hibik ng Pilipinas” This was a poem which expressed Bonifacio’s disappointment on how the Spanish colonizers enslaved the Philippines. Throughout the poem, he was knocking on the hearts of the Filipinos to fight against the Spaniards. He even said that death is the heaven for the revolutionists. Although the poem is quite short, he never failed to stress the value of love for our own country. “Ang Dapat Mabatid ng mga Tagalog” This is a slap to the face for the Spaniards. Divided into three parts, this exposed their treachery and deceit. He used this to call the hearts of the Filipinos to fight, waking up the blinded souls of some. “Katipunang Marahas ng mga Anak ng Bayan” In this poem, he calls out
the Filipinos to prepare for a great revolt. Recognizing the Katipuneros for such bravery, he fishes out the need for a revolution—all for the imprisoned Filipinos, the separated family members, and for Dr. Jose Rizal.
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Being Healthy during the Cold Season By: Merell Lystra L. Recta
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The raindrops pouring down so hard, and diseases await on your backyard.” The cold season is here and Christmas is fast approaching— but sickness, unfortunately, has no seasonal break. It doesn’t matter if it is too cold or too hot. As long as you have a weak immune system, it can penetrate your body and ruin a day’s work. Sickness is not an easy enemy to defeat, but being equipped with the proper armor can save you from the invasion of infectious microorganisms. Be hygienic Hygiene is vital when it comes to fighting sickness. As much as possible, it is important to wash your hands before and after eating. Taking a bath daily and cleaning your workplace as often as possible should also be practiced. It is not an assurance that you are free from sickness, but at least you are trying to lessen your risk of getting sick. Incorporate exercise in your daily activities Instead of taking the elevator, use the stairs. Simple activities such as this can be a form of exercise; it doesn’t need to be extraneous. But exercising alone isn’t enough. Being healthy also includes consuming the proper and right amount of food to keep our cells functioning and well. Be cautious with what you eat and drink Our bodies are made up of 60% water, and we consume food to acquire the energy we need to perform cellular processes. It is important to keep track of your food choices, especially if you
eat in restaurants or carinderias. Because if food is not cooked properly or water is not purified enough, bacteria can enter your body and can further lead to gastrointestinal infections. Take daily supplements Most of the time, the food that we eat cannot provide the sufficient amount of nutrients our body needs. Though not a requirement, it is advisable to take in vitamins daily to supplement those lacking nutrients. Always bring an umbrella Climate change makes our weather unpredictable; it can turn a sunny morning into a rainy one. Thus, one must always carry a handy umbrella wherever one goes to avoid headaches, cough, and colds. Stay alert and be observant Sometimes, you can avoid being admitted to the hospital if you know how to listen to your body’s responses. Nobody knows you better than yourself. As much as possible, be alert and observant, especially if you are in public places. Some infections are contagious, and can easily be transmitted through close contact. No matter how healthy you may think you are, there will always be a time when your own immune system lets its guard down. Sickness is not predictable, but it can be avoided by following the smart tips mentioned above. Better if you spend some pesos for vitamins than spend thousands inside the hospital once the worst scenario comes, after all. Wealth is taking care of your body well. Stay safe, and don’t let sickness bring you down.~
“Decalogo ng Katipunan” Just like the Ten Commandments of God, there were also ten laws a Katipunero must adhere to. There were also punishments for those who would violate them. These ten laws focused greatly on love of the country and others. We may see Bonifacio as a lowly indio, but the fact that he could write such masterpieces is an undeniable proof of his immense intelligence. Considered to be one of the greatest writers and speakers of his generation, he knew not only fighting, but he also had a great weapon with blots of ink on paper with his poems. “Aling Pag-ibig ang hihigit kaya sa pagkadalisay at pagkadakila gaya ng pag-ibig sa sariling lupa Aling pag-ibig pa? Wala na nga, wala.”~ (Photo sourced from tenminutes.ph)
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HEROIC. Not many heroes in the history of the Philippines have the privilege to be discussed, and even much less are given the privilege to be buried in the Libingan ng mga Bayani.
Pantaleon “Leon Kilat” Villegas A native of Bacong, Negros Oriental, he led the Katipunero revolts in Cebu but was betrayed by his own aide-de-camp. His body now resides in Bacong.
General Antonio Luna The “Fiery General,” he was arguably the best general the Philippine forces had during the Filipino-American War. His bones later found their way into Quiapo church.
Colonel Francisco “Paco” Roman General Luna’s own aidede-camp, he is made known by Joem Bascon’s role in the film “Heneral Luna.” His remains have been forgotten even by time itself.
Andres Bonifacio The “Supremo,” father of the Katipunan. His make-believe remains were exhumed, but these were later found to be fake. His real remains were lost after the Rape of Manila in World War II.
Compiled by Junelie Anthony Velonta via http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/219677/exhuming-leon-kilat-2, http://opinion.inquirer.net/88580/where-are-antonio-lunas-bones, http://www., http://opinion.inquirer.net/88580/where-are-antonio-lunas-bones
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roundup from page 1 SU Pres.. believes in the strength of the university’s constitutions “that if ever any of us go into adherent base and adherent behavior, the institutional regulations will see to it that we will not go to extremes.” “It’s a way in which the universities, countries, and people are able to
make sure that we will continue to survive even in the face of great anxieties on set on us,” he added. He ended his speech by mentioning that “we can rely on God. That be it day or night, we have a God who is with us and that will make a total difference.”~
SUHS alumnus conducts goalkeeping clinic
By Mary Abigail T. Go
REDEFINED. Dr. Renato Lings, a Bible translator, shares his translation of the Bible and how it implies to the LGBTQ+ community in his lecture “Love Lost in Translation” last Nov. 22 at AVT-1. PHOTO BY Kenno Elum
Sillimanians participate in SASC school tour
By Karah Jane B. Sarita
SILLIMANIANS ATTENDED THE preview screening of the film “Smaller and Smaller Circles” (SASC) last Nov. 21 at the Audio Visual Theatre 1. Directed by Raya Martin and co-written by Ria Limjap and Moira Lang, the film is an adaptation of the novel “Smaller and Smaller Circles” by Maria Felisa H.“F.H.” Batacan. The novel won the Carlos Palanca Grand Prize for the English Novel in 1999, the National Book Award (2002), and the Madrigal-Gonzalez Best First Book Award (2003). The novel was about a mysterious serial killer preying
on children at the Payatas dumpsite and two Jesuit priests who used science and skill to try and stop him. The film is under the Tuko Film Productions, Buchi Boy Entertainment, and Artikulo Uno Productions known as the TBA productions. Silliman University, being the first university in Visayas that the SASC film school tour visited, housed the event with a special participation from director Raya Martin and cowriter and producer Ria Limjap for the film preview’s open forum. The film will be released sometime in 2017. *With notes f rom inquirer.net~
IN THE SPIRIT of giving back to his hometown, former AZKALS goalkeeper and Silliman University High School alumnus (batch ’99), Reffix Cuaresma, held a free soccer goalkeeping clinic last Nov. 20 at the Perdices Memorial Coliseum. His session covered basic foundations in goalkeeping such as ball feeling, ball handling skills, body coordination, footwork, and basic diving skills. Cuaresma, who was also a member of the AZKALS
Foundation, said that he felt like it was his duty to give back to the young Dumagueteños who aspire to play higher level football since there is a scarcity in goalkeeping coaches especially in Negros Oriental. “Dumaguete is the start of my humble beginnings and being the only longest national team member (AZKALS) who comes from Dumaguete, I want to give motivation and inspiration to our youth goalies that with hard work and God so we can reach our goal to be on the
highest level.” Cuaresma added. He said that he is overwhelmed by the increase of young kids who are interested in playing soccer and it is important that they be exposed in clinics as well as be given opportunity to compete in regular competitions to develop their skills and confidence. The goalkeeping clinic was supposed to only be held last Nov. 20 but parents and the local football association requested for another one which will be held on Nov. 26 at 3 p.m. at the Perdices Memorial Coliseum.~
Moses Joshua Atega, the adviser to the international students, said that because there are new students this second semester, they wanted
to hold a welcome fellowship and it was the a good time to also hold a cultural event for the DLSCSB international students unit.~
International students hold cultural night
By Gloria Gem T. Lumayag
A CULTURAL NIGHT organized by the Higala International: Students from Around the World (HI:SAW ) was held last Nov.19 at the Silliman Hall. The cultural night, which gathered 50 nationalities of international students enrolled in Silliman, was also joined by 32 students internalitional students from De La Salle - College of St. Benilde (DLSCSB) and other students from Korea, China, Japan and Vietnam. The DLSCSB international students were in Dumaguete for their cultural tour and had requested a fellowship with the international students of Silliman University.
Organizations take a trip down memory lane
By Ray Chen S. Bahinting
PREVIEW. The producer (left) and director (right) of “Small and Smaller Circles” answer questions during the open forum of their school tour last Nov. 21 at the AVT-1. PHOTO BY Gloria Gem Lumayag
THE SILLIMAN UNIVERSITY CORPS OF CAMPUS AMBASSADORS organized a booth fair to “trace back the history of Silliman” last Nov. 21 at the Silliman University (SU) East Quadrangle. According to Roselyn Jane Bolingot, organizer of the event, “Amback” is a historical booth fair that aims for the students to know more about the history of Silliman. “We [organized] ‘Amback’ in order for the Sillimanians to know how rich [Silliman] history is,” Bolingot said. This event also aims to “showcase the beautiful and worthy” Silliman
culture not just to Sillimanians but to the whole Dumaguete city. In the booth fair, six landmarks of Silliman University were featured namely: Silliman Hall, Hibbard Hall, SU Church, Katipunan Hall, SU Library, and Luce Auditorium. These landmarks were chosen via draw lots for each universityregistered organization to highlight. Renaissance Youth Leaders Forum designed the booth for SU Hall, Zamboanga Sibugay for the SU Church, Leyte-Samar Sillimanites for the SU Library, Ang Sandigan for the Luce Auditorium, and the West Visayan Circle for the Hibbard Hall. Each booth presented visual
materials such as the history, important people, and how the building looked before to enable visitors to “know something about a SU landmark.” Arnel Matthe Balbin, from LeyteSamar Sillimanites organization which was assigned to the SU Library, said, “[SU Library] is an important structure to SU because not only has it set to the record books as being the largest library in South East Asia, but it is a library that houses almost 10 thousand volumes of different kinds of books and [other reading materials].” All proceeds from this event will be donated to the patients of Negros Oriental Provincial Hospital.~