The Weekly Sillimanian

13/12/2025

: DAKILA Dumaguete hosted “Bai2K,” a year-ender party for Negros visibility on Sundat, Dec. 13, at Mad Monkey.

Part of the funds raised will support local fisherfolk and seaweed farmers who were affected by the recent Universal Robina Corporation ethanol spill last Oct. 26.

Local Dumaguete-based artists Aya Lubon, Finpot, Chelsea Dawn, Boylosers, Clover Paradise, Utmosphere, Fist Fight @ 9, and Electra Da Føx performed during the event.

Photos via Jeff Jamolod

13/12/2025

[OPINION]: Entangled in the food web

Beware of the prolonged stares. Beware of the random likes on your story. Beware of the Dumaguete food web—they’re hungry and waiting for their next victim.

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13/12/2025

: SU lib proposes new pricing scheme for event spaces

Proposed by the university library, the initiative was discussed by a strategic planning team composed of deans and unit heads, and will be presented to the University Library Committee (ULC).

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13/12/2025

: Ang Mang-Aaliw

Ako'y isang ibong nakatali ang paa
Sa hiwaga ay pinapakanta
Mga titik, nais di madama
Upang mapasaya ang aking madla.

Sa umaga't gabi ay may palakpak
Para sa’king awit na isang iyak
Di makalayo sa mga halakhak
Di makalipad ang nasirang pakpak.

Pilak na kadenang kaysikip
Sinusugatan ang aking binti
Ang aking buhay, labis na hinanakit
Pakiusap, pakitaan ng bait.

Ngunit ako'y titindig, magpapasaya
Dala-dala ang bigat ng 'king biyaya
Isang panaginip sa'king mga mata
Ibong mapalad, ibong malaya.

Words by Lealina Evangeline Reyes
Illustration by Czar Ian Vergantiños

13/12/2025

: Athletics dept. eyes hosting reg’l PRISAA ‘26

SU Athletics Department Director Dionesio Piñero shared that private schools across Dumaguete City and Negros Oriental will meet to choose the host for next year’s local games.

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12/12/2025

: DAKILA Dumaguete will host “Bai2K,” a year-ender party for Negros visibility on Saturday, Dec. 13, at Mad Monkey.

Part of the funds raised will support local fisherfolk and seaweed farmers who were affected by the recent Universal Robina Corporation ethanol spill last Oct. 26.

Local Dumaguete-based artists Aya Lubon, Finpot, Chelsea Dawn, Boylosers, Clover Paradise, Utmosphere, Fist Fight @ 9, and Electra Da Føx will perform during the event.

12/12/2025

: FMAS moves labs amid Ethel Chapman structural decline

FMAS Chief Engr. Debonaire Mamhot said during the State of the Student Body Address last Nov. 19 that the temporary reinforcements were made after closing the building’s second floor to ensure safety.

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11/12/2025

: Silliman University (SU) and Hannam University officially launched the Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Digital Transformation Center on Thursday, Dec. 11, at the College of Business Administration Building.

A ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony was led by SU President Betty Cernol-McCann, KOICA Executive Director Shin Younsik, and Choi Jangwoo.

KOICA graduates, SU administrators, faculty, and staff attended the event.

Photos via Kate Giordan Flores

11/12/2025

ERRATUM: One of the respondents, Issachar Bacang, is not a faculty member of the philosophy department but rather a fresh graduate of the program. The initial draft of the story addressed him as a faculty member.

: Small in numbers, big in impact

The enrollment status for the first half of school year 2025-2026 shows growth in larger academic units, while others continue to face longstanding challenges.

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ERRATUM: One of the respondents, Issachar Bacang, is not a faculty member of the philosophy department but rather a fresh graduate of the program. The initial draft of the story addressed him as a faculty member.

11/12/2025

SU REOPENS FIDEL RAMOS READING CENTER

: The Fidel Valdez Ramos Reading
Center was reopened earlier on Thursday, Dec. 11, at the Silliman University Main Library.

The center, found at the third floor of the library, features reading materials on former Philippine President Fidel V. Ramos’ legacy and governance.

The reading center was originally opened by Ramos last 2014, where he handed down papers, books, and documents under his presidency.

Photos via Karina Gonzales and Andrea Samson

10/12/2025

: Silliman University produced 72 newly-licensed physical therapists with one topnotcher in the December 2025 licensure examination.

According to the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), 71 out of 72 first-time takers while 1 out of 2 repeaters passed the exam, logging a 97.30-percent overall passing rate and achieved the top 2 performing school spot.

Moreover, Lorielle Marie Baylosis Peroja ranked 8th with a passing rate of 89.75-percent.

See full results here: https://www.prcboard.com/ptle-results-december-2025-physical-therapist-licensure-exam-list-of-passers

(via PRC Board)

10/12/2025

: Mauswagon na Kaugmaon

Featuring cultural activities and community gatherings, the 2025 edition started early December, aligning with the broader November to December festivities tied to the city's Charter Day celebrations.

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