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UST Asian Studies alumnus designs Supreme Court anniversary coin, stamps, beep cards

12

Jun

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UST Asian Studies alumnus designs Supreme Court anniversary coin, stamps, beep cards

THE WORKS of an Asian Studies alumnus are now circulating through train stations, commemorative stamps and even legal tender as the Philippines commemorates the 125th anniversary of the Supreme Court (SC). History instructor and cultural worker John Paul "Rancho" Arcilla designed several commemorative materials for the high court's anniversary, including…

Young Chinoys reinterpret traditions in a rapidly changing world

13

Feb

By The Flame Features

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Young Chinoys reinterpret traditions in a rapidly changing world

ONE WILL know that another lunar year has come when streets are filled with sights of red colors, sounds of familial joy, and the scent of various Chinese traditional foods. To members of the Chinoy Thomasian community, the celebration of the lunar year also means a sacred family reunion—paying respect…

24

Nov

By Mary Nicole Miranda

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The Blue Normal – Ang Ating Pamahiin

"Does it worry you if you do not follow certain superstitions?" I actually only follow one superstition, which is “pagpag” or not going home straight from attending a wake. It definitely worries me a lot when I do not follow “pagpag,” as I do not want to experience [the same]…

Ex-ASSOC head Carlito Dalangin dies at 72

05

Nov

By Janis Joplin Moises and Jenna Kaye Pandanan

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Ex-ASSOC head Carlito Dalangin dies at 72

by JANIS MOISES and KAYE PANDANAN photo grabbed from the official Facebook account of Sir. Dalangin ASIAN STUDIES professor and former coordinator of AB Asian Studies Society (ASSOC) Carlito Dalangin, died last Oct. 24 due to chronic kidney disease. He was 72. Dalangin finished his bachelor's degree in science education…

02

Mar

By The Flame News

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ASN tops AB Debate 2017

THE TEAM of Asian Studies (ASN) emerged as the champion of this year's Faculty of Arts and Letters (AB) Debate Series, the annual inter-major debate competition of the Faculty held last Feb. 19 and 26. The team was composed of juniors Lorraine Sajorda and Michael Gutierrez, and sophomore Moses Rivera. Sajorda…

PolSci begins title defense bid edging SCL; LegMa, Eco, ELS, BES, SCL secure 1st wins in AB volleyball tourney

17

Feb

By The Flame Sports

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PolSci begins title defense bid edging SCL; LegMa, Eco, ELS, BES, SCL secure 1st wins in AB volleyball tourney

POLITICAL SCIENCE (PolSci) started its title defense bid strong as it roasted Sociology in an intense two-set match, 25-14 and 25-20, on the opening day of the AB Sportsfest 2017 mixed volleyball tournament held Feb. 15 at the Felix Huertas Court. Economics, Legal Management (LegMa), English Language Studies (ELS), and…

29

Feb

By The Flame News

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Artlets see Korea in different light

A PROFESSOR shed light on Korea’s culture and history to Asian Studies scholars and educators, veering away from the perspective set by popular Korean dramas and music. Prof. Lim Sang Woo, Ph.D. of Sogang University in Seoul, South Korea said the country flourished because of its historical phenomenon and foreign…