Environmental Science department chair is one of 2013 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Teachers
Environmental Science Department Chair Emilyn Espiritu, PhD was chosen as one of the winners of this year’s Metrobank Foundation Search for Outstanding Teachers. The chosen winners have made significant contributions to the schools and communities they represent. Espiritu graduated from the University of the Philippines-Diliman with a degree in Marine Science and later received her master’s and doctoral degrees from the State University of Ghent in Belgium. Vince M. Estrada
Glenda Oris publishes new children’s book
Filipino Department Assistant Professor Glenda Oris wrote a new children’s book entitled “Ang Madyik ni Paolo,” published under Lampara Books. The story won second place under the Maikling Kuwentong Pambata category in the 2001 Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature. The story is published in both English and Filipino and features illustrations by Jomike Tejido. Oris is also the author of other children’s books, among them “Kuwento ng Isang Mambabasa” and “Whuush.” Tristan B. Gamalinda
Allan Popa releases new poetry book
Filipino Department Instructor Allan Popa has published a new poetry book entitled Laan under the De La Salle University Publication House. Popa is also the author of other poetry books such as Kami sa Lahat ng Masama, Maaari and Hunos, among others. Tristan B. Gamalinda
Biology alumnus represents Philippines in Novartis Biocamp
Charles Jourdan Reyes (BS Bio ‘13) was one of two young Filipino scientists chosen to participate in this year’s Novaritis International Biocamp held last August 25 to 29 in Basel, Switzerland. The magna cum laude graduate was chosen from among 51 graduate and postgraduate students nationwide who signed up for the program. Reyes and the other Filipino delegate, Malem Flores, participated in several biotechnology and medicine research workshops during the event. Vince M. Estrada
Rofel Brion releases new poetry book
Interdisciplinary Studies Department Chair Rofel Brion, PhD published a new poetry book entitled Kapag Natagpuan Kita under the Ateneo De Manila University Press. This book features a painting by Elaine Roberto (BS PSY ‘85) on its cover, as well as a foreword and translations of Brion’s poems by Noelle de Jesus (AB IS ‘89). The launch of the book was held on September 9 at the Faber Hall Multi-Purpose room. Tristan B. Gamalinda
