Gavel and block, the symbolic token given to DLSL COL’s Corps of Professors DLSL administrators and COL Corps of Professors during the celebratory dinner held at the Spectrum, Fairmont Makati College of Law Celebrates Milestones, Conducts Testimonial Dinner To celebrate the recent success of De La Corps of Professors who graced the started. They received a symbolic gavel Salle Lipa’s (DLSL) College of Law (COL) occasion include the following: Br. and block as a token of appreciation. in the 2016 bar examinations as well as Leonilo H. Estrellas, Jr. FSC, Br. Manuel its achievements through the years, the R. Pajarillo, FSC, Justice Jose C. Mendoza, From 18 students in 2010, COL has college held a celebratory dinner, Jan. 25, Justice Jose C. Reyes, Jr., Justice Japar grown to 112 in 2017. During the 2014 2018 at the Spectrum, Fairmont Makati. B. Dimaampao, Dean Sedfrey M. Bar Examinations, moreover, DLSL COL Candelaria, Judge Danilo S. Sandoval, pioneer batch graduate Atty. Reginald DLSL administrators led by President USEC Ma. Paz G. Luna, Fiscal Sheila Laco, CPA, JD, ranked fourth. Since that and Chancellor Br. Dante Jose R. Amisola Angela P. Sarmiento, Atty. Mary Alice P. year, DLSL has consistently fared well FSC, together with the COL Corps of Abratigue, Atty. Donna Z. Gasgonia, Atty. in the said exams – even ranking as the Professors (led by Dean Atty. Emerito Rex Enrico DV Cruz III, Atty. Ma. Isabel top school among first-time examinees Enginco) and guests, highlighted COL’s P. Romero, and Atty. Charlton Jules P. in the 2016 bar exams (with a 100% triumphs and milestones. Romero. Also present was Mr. Juan passing rate). Lozano, DLSL Chancellor when the COL DLSL Wins Lipa City Contest of Floats 2018 De La Salle Lipa (DLSL), for two consecutive years, garnered the top spot in the Contest of Floats during the Lipa City Fiesta 2018, January 20. In second place was the Lipa City Colleges while third was SM City A bountiful harvest. DLSL students in Filipiniana rode the institution’s float paraded during the Lipa City Fiesta 2018. Lipa. Themed as “Masaganang Alay kay San Sebastian: Buhay Pananampalataya ng Sambayanan”, DLSL’s float (“Boat of Good Harvest”) manifested a bountiful harvest with multi-colored crates of fruits, flowers and lush vegetation; the statue of St. Sebastian; and the Cathedral of St. Sebastian. DLSL’s float was conceptualized and designed by DLSL Arts Coordinator Mr. Rogger Basco, with assistance from the General Services Department, Diar’s support staff and the Strategy and Advancement staff. “Masaganang Alay kay San Sebastian: Buhay Pananampalataya ng Sambayanan” - the theme for this year’s Contest of Floats Floats were judged based on the design’s innovative concept and artistic merits, quality of craftsmanship, stability of structure and decoration, choice and creativity of materials, symbolism, and overall impact. All smiles, DLSL students beamed with pride upon landing the top spot during the Contest of Floats 2018. Faith Sharing of Lipa Aspirants Award-Winning Columnist, Alumnus Hosts Feature Writing Workshop De La Salle Lipa (DLSL) High School (HS) Batch 1970 alumnus and award-winning journalist Nestor Cuartero conducted a feature writing workshop for DLSL’s campus journalists, Jan. 12, 2017 at the MMR 1. Cuartero, a veteran journalist, entertainment columnist, editor, and lecturer, shared about his campus journalism experiences in DLSL in the late 1960s. That, according to him, was the start of his journalism stint. “The best job is one that does not feel like work,” Cuartero noted. He Up Close: DLSL Vocations emphasized the importance of reading Ministry Office (Part 3) especially when one writes. “Feed your mind with words. They are your main lifeline. Do a lot of reading and …continued from the “Being with LSYC for two years listening,” he stressed. December 2017 Issue opened my eyes to opportunities and experiences that taught my Cuartero also pointed out strategies in Lasallian Youth Corps (LSYC) mind, touched my heart and writing feature articles. One of them Program transformed my life. With these is adopting the “Iceberg Theory” of The Lasallian Youth Corps (LSYC) people, I always felt appreciated writing (coined by Ernest Hemingway). is founded on the belief that the and the feeling of belongingness According to the theory, a story’s deeper young, considered as the receivers never fades. Whenever we meaning must not show on the surface; of the Good News of Christ, can immerse ourselves in the instead, it must “implicitly shine” on contribute to fostering Lasallian community, I gain more from the the inside. Cuartero likewise noted the ideals taught in our schools. It people because of the genuine importance of searching for a few key serves as an opportunity for happiness and inspiration from details, capturing the essence of the students who are imbued with their stories, smiles and laughter. larger picture, drawing readers closely, the Lasallian Spirit to deepen In this ministry, I discovered the and creating surprise and drama to be their sense of belonging within purpose of doing things and an effective feature writer. the Lasallian Family. The aim of continuing what I have started. the LSYC Program is to create a There is always the deeper community of young people who understanding of myself and willingly respond to God’s call the nature of our actions that in the “signs of the times” and pushes me to invite other people concerns that beset society. They to realize the value of caring for offer themselves to God in the others.” service of others. The LSYC Program commits to develop its members – Frances Ann Marie Gumapac as individuals and community in (President, LSYC) holistic formation. -From the LSYC Manual Alumnus Nestor Cuartero shares feature writing techniques to student journalists. Calle Arzobispado Inaugurated, the Pallium Invested on Lipa Archbishop His Excellency Most Rev. Gabriele Giordano Caccia, D.D., Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines, headed Sodexo commits to promoting sustainability in its operations. the blessing of Calle Arzobispado (formerly San Lorenzo Ruiz Road) and the unveiling of the street name marker, January 17, 2018. Bishops from the suffragan dioceses, lay leaders, priests, Lipa City government officials led by Mayor Meynard Sabili, seminarians, and other guests graced the event. De La Salle Lipa (DLSL) was represented by President and Chancellor Br. Dante Jose R. Amisola FSC, Vice Chancellor for Mission Br. Leonilo Estrellas Jr. FSC, Br. Edmon Viroomal FSC, Lasallian Partners, and student DLSL Partners with leaders. Sodexo on Food Services, The Eucharistic celebration was then held at the Cathedral of St. Sebastian. Strengthens Sustainability Thrust The Nuncio then invested the pallium on Lipa Archbishop Gilbert Garcera. Strengthening its drive towards Supporting sustainable practices The pallium is a symbol of a special sustainable futures, De La Salle Lipa just as DLSL does, Sodexo tackles relationship with the Pope and power (DLSL) partnered with Sodexo On-Site on hunger, gender equality, as (in communion with the Church of Services Philippines, Inc. in terms of well as reducing waste. It does so Rome) of a metropolitan archbishop food services, January 2018. by practicing transparency and over his jurisdiction. traceability in its supply chain. Sodexo occupies the 2nd level of the Suppliers go through social, ethical, Chez Rafael (a food hub for students and environmental conventions. and guests) and Café Le Barako Sodexo has also partnered with (exclusive for Lasallian Partners). It the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to opened its doors on January 29 – maintain sustainability practices on featuring its Live Action Station, Royal the supply chain (palm, seafood, Bean stand-alone coffee shop, and the oil, paper, etc.). The organization Culinary Corner. likewise aims to improve the efficiency of greenhouse gas Advocating for healthy, nutritious, and emissions reduction, food waste, and safe food, Sodexo follows nutritional gas emissions reduction. Moreover, recommendations by its health and food it gears towards reducing carbon experts and an in-depth understanding footprint by 34% between 2011 and of local nutritional needs and contexts. 2020 through its supply chain and Chefs and dietitians team up to prepare every activity (Sodexo Fiscal 2016 meals that contain less sugar, salt, and Corporate Responsibility Report). fats. This is their response to issues such as obesity, chronic conditions, and other non-communicable diseases. His Excellency Most Rev. Gabriele Giordano Caccia, D.D., Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines DLSL Conducts Dialogue on Development and Environmental Issues As the Office of Research and Provincial Government Environment settlement, influx of migrant Publications (ORP) affirms its and Natural Resources Office (PG- workers) spawn. “Recognizing commitment to De La Salle Lipa’s ENRO), Lipa City Planning Office, the interconnections between (DLSL) strategic directions through the Junior Chamber International (JCI) people, environment, and profit, Batangas Sustainable Development Lipa, JCI Batangas Caballero, and BSDRP is indeed timely. It will Research Program (BSDRP), the Rotary Club of Metro Batangas. not just promote awareness on said office conducted a dialogue on environmental and development, development and environmental issues With the urbanization plan for but it will also reinforce synergy last January 25, 2018. CALABARZON supporting continued between teaching and research economic and industrial growth, in partnership