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Graduate research colloquium

To promote graduate research and scholarship
through scholarly yet informal discourse, a Graduate Research Colloquium (GRC) was conducted this month on campus. Sponsored by the College of Education Research Council and Graduate Student Council, the GRC is a conference held every trimester showcasing the work-in-progress of graduate students in the college. This terms event focused on issues and challenges faced by students in conducting their research rather than on reporting the results of completed work, like in previous GRC activities. The event also provided graduate students an opportunity to learn from their peers and to engage in collaborative research. About 150 graduate students attended the plenary session of the colloquium. A total of 12 papers were offered, presented, and discussed in the four concurrent sessions, each facilitated by a faculty expert.

De La Salle University
Number of partner communities
The Center for Social Concern and Action (COSCA) has existing programs with different communities across Metro Manila and nearby provinces. These communities were the initial beneficiaries of its disaster relief efforts, dubbed as Sagip Metro 3.

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Interdependent response to disasters

Sharing his expertise on inoperability input-output modeling (IIM), scientist Dr.
Joost Santos gave a talk on Identifying Critical System Interdependencies in Disaster Preparedness at DLSU last July 13. IIM is an approach for assessing the impacts of disruptive events, such as disasters, on interconnected economic systems. A foremost authority on the subject, Santos is involved in collaborative research with DLSU faculty members Dr. Raymond Tan, Krista Danielle Yu, and Dr. Kathleen Aviso on IIM software for the Philippines, analysis of the resilience of energy supply chains, and the development of a novel resilience index for interdependent infrastructure systems. The work is envisioned to include faculty exchange between DLSU and the George Washington University, where Santos is a faculty member of the Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering. He received the Leontief Memorial Prize from the International Input-Output Association (IIOA) in 2009 and is currently being co-hosted by the School of Economics and Gokongwei College of Engineering Center for Engineering and Sustainable Development Research through DOSTs Balik Scientist Program. is published bi-weekly by the Office for Strategic Communications (AH-21F, intercom 144). Editorial deadline is 3 p.m. Tuesdays. Contributions should include the name, office and signature of the sender. Materials may be edited for clarity or space. 2401 may be accessed online through the URL: http://www.dlsu.edu.ph.
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INSIDE: Interdependent response to disasters Graduate research colloquium 2012 Star Scholars recognition held Internship program with Wrigley

DLSU Sagip Metro 3 sends relief to flood victims

Source: COSCA
Students, administrators, and faculty members converge for DLSUs relief efforts.

2401 (twente fr,o, wun) is a landmark number along Taft Avenue. It is the location ID of De La Salle University, home to outstanding faculty and students, and birthplace of luminaries in business, public service, education, the arts, and science. And 2401 is the name of the official newsletter of DLSU, featuring developments and stories of interest about the University.

Lasallian volunteers led by the University Student Government (USG) and the Center for Social Concern and Action (COSCA) joined efforts for
DLSU Sagip Metro 3, a relief operation for thousands of families in 24 DLSU partner communities severely affected by the recent monsoon rains. see page 3

Sagip Metro 3, from page 1 As of August 13, a week after it launched the operations, DLSU was able to receive Php 132,980.00 in cash and check donations. An average of 600 volunteers participated daily in the sorting, repacking, and loading of relief goods, which were distributed to 5,948 families in the following areas: Caloocan City, Malabon, Valenzuela, Manila, Rodriguez, Rizal, San Mateo, Navotas, Pasay City, and Quezon City. In addition, the University was able to provide relief to 131 DLSU faculty members, staff and contractual employees. For the second week of DLSU Sagip Metro 3, the University scheduled visits to another 4,672 families in selected communities in Lian, Batangas; Bagac, Bataan; Bay, Laguna; Pasig City; Manila; and Marikina. An additional 101 of its faculty members, staff, and contractual personnel would also be provided immediate relief.
Volunteers sort donations at the Conservatory.

COSCA would also conduct psycho-social interventions in partnership with the Psychology Department, and consult selected partner-LGUs on how to assist in their rehabilitation efforts.

World scientific book project co-edited by University Fellow

University Fellow and Chemical Engineering Full Professor
Dr. Raymond Tan recently co-edited a book with faculty members from the University of Nottingham, Malaysia, Dominic Foo, and Texas A&M University, Mahmoud El-Halwagi. Entitled Recent Advances in Sustainable Process Design and Optimization, the book features 21 state-of-the-art chapters
The 2012 Star Scholars with Vice Chancellor for Lasallian Mission and Alumni Relations Br. Bernard Oca FSC and Vice Chancellor for Academics Dr. Myrna Austria

contributed by leading researchers and practitioners in process systems engineering from Asia, Africa, Europe, and North America. Some topics covered were theoretical aspects and industrial applications of pollution prevention, energy efficiency, and resource conservation. The book forms part of a three-volume series called Advances in Process Systems Engineering, Conceived by the editors in 2006, it was published by World Scientific Publishing Company earlier this year. Copies of the book, including CD-ROM copies of selected programs, models, and software developed by contributors, were donated by Tan to the University Library.

2012 Star Scholars recognition held

On its 14th year, the DLSU Star Scholars Program
welcomed fourteen new scholars who were selected from the top 100 examinees of the Universitys College Entrance Test. Leogardo (ACM), Stephanie Kim Reasonda (CPE) honorable mention, Juan Leandro Ysmael (AE-BSA) magna cum laude, Nicolas Miguel Elicao (MEM-MR), Carlo Luis Lee (BS/MS CHE) honorable mention, Maria Dominique Rustia (BS/MS IE) cum laude, Kurt Gerrard See (BS-AEC) summa cum laude, and Abigail Crystel Sy (HUM-BIO) magna cum laude. Since its establishment in 1999, the DLSUs Star Scholars Program has gained the reputation of being the most comprehensive and innovative scholarship program in the country. It offers an integrated undergraduate and graduate scholarship to the best and the brightest graduating high school students from all over the Philippines. Previous Star Scholars were also honored that night, including: Jeffrey Bernardo (MBA), John Paul Udarbe (MBA), Jaime Miguel

New faculty lodging unveiled

A new guest house at the DLSU Science and Technology Complex was unveiled last July 24 with
a ceremonial blessing. A unique octagonal structure featuring 12 bedrooms, the guest house will serve as a lodging facility for University faculty and guests. Each bedroom is equipped with a toilet & bathroom. There is also a living room, dining area, and kitchen. The construction of the guest house commenced last April, and the interior finishing is at its final stage. The ceremony was hosted by DLSU-STC Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Services Karen Hebron. It was attended by former DLSU President Br. Narciso Erguiza Jr., DLSU-STC Chancellor Dr. Julius Maridable, faculty members, and
Artists perspective of the DLSU-STC guest house

The scholars, who underwent a rigorous screening process, were presented during recognition rites held on July 13. They were Paul Angelo Arcega (BS-PSYC), Julio Fajardo III (BSSTAT), Ma. Lourdes Isabel Justiniani (PSM-APC), Paul Abraham Lozada (MEM-BME), Aldrich Aldwin Mayoralgo (CIV), Christine Joy Octavo (BS-STAT), Joelle Sophia Pea (BSPHYFI), Ana Riza Quiros (ECE2), Ritchelle Anne Quiros (BSA), Frank Niccolo Santiago (BS-STAT), and Beryl Anne Louise Tan (HUM-BIO).

Internship program with Wrigley

To provide Applied Corporate Management (ACM) students meaningful work experience while in school, De La Salle
University taps Wrigleys Philippines as an internship partner. The company joins several other partner organizations involved with the ACM programs three-term internship component. The collaboration with Wrigley was facilitated by its National Sales Director and DLSU alumnus Jerry Lim. With the ACM internship program, students are expected to expand knowledge and skills learned in the classroom and apply these to substantive work situation. Graduates are expected to develop competencies in creative and critical thinking, effective communications, and technology utilization. They are also expected to maintain service excellence standards in an ethical and socially responsible manner, embark on personal development, and work effectively in teams.

Best poster in Biophysical Chem confab

A faculty member from the Biology Department was awarded best poster in
the First International Conference on Biophysical Chemistry (ICBC) held last June 1315 at the Ardabil University of Medical Sciences in Ardabil, Iran. Academic Service Faculty Glenn Oyong was cited for the poster presentation of his paper, Threonine-Serine Protein Kinase B-Mediated In Vitro Cytoprotection by White Radish Aqueous Extract on LidocaineInduced Neonatal Fibroblast Injury. The findings of his paper are relevant in anesthesiology research.

other administrators. The blessing was officiated by Fr. Rolo Alcasid SDB.

Help rebuild lives

The University continues to call on its members to support the recovery of our fellow Filipinos affected by recent calamities. Donations in kind may be dropped at the DLSU Southgate, DLSU HRDO Staff Lounge, SPS Canteen, or the Center for Lasallian Social Formation and Engagement (formerly known as the Bagong Tuluyan Center). For cash or check donations, please send to the following: UCPB PESO Acct # 120-1147119 (Account name: De La Salle University) or UCPB DOLLAR Acct # 01-120-300035-8 (Account name: De La Salle University) SWIFT CODE: UCPBPHMM. Donors may also send their cash/check donations thru COSCA.

Aside from presenting his poster, Oyong also served as facilitator and trainer during the ICBC key workshop entitled, Genetic Transformation of E.coli HB101 Using Recombinant gfp. Organized by Ardabil University of Medical Sciences, in cooperation with the Iran Society of Biophysical Chemistry and the International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, the ICBC aimed to contribute to the transfer of scientific information and research results to practical applications, particularly in the subject of

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---St. John Baptist de La Salle

Center for Language and Lifelong Learning (CeLL) 30-hour language courses
English Basic Japanese Mandarin French Spanish Korean Filipino

Learn a new language!

Details http://www.dlsu.edu.ph/academics/colleges/ced/cell/ For Inquiries call Leah Rivera or Betty Robles

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DLSU faculty and staff can enroll at discounted rates. Limited slots are available.

diagnostics and treatment of deleterious human diseases via biophysical approach.