Christian Kaye Umali, a fourth-year BS Psychology student at the Colegio, has earned a coveted spot in the program’s inaugural 2026 cohort. Selected from an estimated 10,000 applicants worldwide, Umali impressed the Aspire Institute with his strong academic record, and leadership potential.
Slowly becoming recognized in society, the rights of non-traditional families and individuals are being acknowledged through laws and regulations catering to them, as they continue to emerge as a community in the Philippines.
Teatro de Letran (TDL), the premier theater company of Colegio de San Juan de Letran-Manila, staged its annual Labfest titled, “ITUTULOY: Tatlong Dulang Panlaboratoryo” on February 6 and 7, 2026 at St. Thomas Hall. The two-day showcase celebrated the creative pulse of the Letran community, spotlighting diverse talents of Letranites from various academic programs.
When Duterte assumed office in 2016, he launched an aggressive nationwide campaign against illegal drugs. By 2018, the “war on drugs” had expanded beyond Metro Manila, reaching Bulacan, Laguna, Cavite, Cebu, and General Santos.
Another year begins, and the year that once felt like yesterday is now a decade ago. The days when everything seemed brighter and was filled with youthful memories have quietly slipped by, as social media platforms become flooded with shared photos and videos, marking the return of 2016.
For 4th year students, the final semester is a paradox—exciting yet bittersweet, fulfilling yet stressful. As seniors prepare to close this chapter of their lives, they find themselves caught between nostalgia for the moments they’ll soon leave behind and the pressures of graduation requirements. Between thesis deadlines and OJTs, seniors are not just about to finish college — they are reflecting on who they were when they began and who they are about to become. This semester is a turning point and a mix of memories and hopes for the future— a moment that every senior experiences in their own unique way.
As Christmas draws near, the city begins to slow down and grow quiet. Campuses announce the start of the holiday break, bags are packed, and students and faculty count down the days until they can return home and celebrate the holiday with their families. Behind every journey home, however, is a driver who makes that reunion possible.
World AIDS Day, observed every 1st of December, is a global reminder that the fight against HIV is not only about medicine but also about justice, dignity, and the right to health.
In a demonstration of legislative resolve, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has directed Congress to prioritize the immediate passage of four seminal governance measures, aiming for a structural overhaul of Philippine politics and public finance. The mandate was issued during a high-level meeting of the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC) on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, attended by key leaders including Senate President Vicente Sotto III and House Speaker Faustino Dy III.
Cold, breezy air—a sign that Christmas is just around the corner. The Filipino Christmas can be felt everywhere with the beginning of the “Ber months”as establishments flourish with festive decorations and food, reflecting the country’s unique culture and traditions. Gates open and lights brighten in the walled city of Intramuros as it presents festivities filled with rich history, offering the experience of a true Filipino celebration that awakens the holiday spirit during the Christmas season.