W as learner-centerededucators who endeavorto guide students in thetask of maximizing theirpotential. Moreover, oneof the FacultyAssociation’s primarygoals this year is tostrengthen professionallinkages within theCollege.

Dr. D’Arlington J. Javellana—in aspeech he delivered during the FacultyAssociation’s courtesy call to VicePresident for Academics Robert Tanglast June 8, 2007—delineated theassociation’s topmost priorities.

Teachers know• June 25 - July 8, 2007 • Volume 9, no. 2 • The official newsletter of De La Salle-ColleDe La Salle-ColleDe La Salle-ColleDe La Salle-ColleDe La Salle-Colleggggge ofe ofe ofe ofe of Saint Benilde Saint Benilde Saint Benilde Saint Benilde Saint Benilde •

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BoardRepresentativesReynaldo Q. Canlas (CCS)

Mario P. Carilo (ACTC)Academic Service Faculty

Arch. Jose Manuel V. GarciaSDA

Delia A. IgnacioSHRIM

Christianne Socorro T. GregorioSDEAS

Dr. Merlinda N. BucadSMIT Full-time

Cecilia P. PobleteSMIT Part-time

Valentin C. BerderaRogelio B. dela Cruz

Dr. D’Arlington J. JavellanaRomana Josephine T. Forcados

Angelita SaleSMS Full-time

Alex B. BolañosRonaldo S.P. Pante

Frederick D. SanchezSMS Part-time

DLS-CSB’s Faculty Association hasa new set of officers and board

members for 2007-2009.

Valentin C. BerderaPresident

Dr. D’Arlington J. JavellanaVice-President

Arch. Jose Manuel “Manolet”V. GarciaSecretary

Rogelio B. dela CruzTreasurer

Dr. Merlinda N. BucadAuditor

Reynaldo Q. CanlasPublic Relations Officer

Officers With its new officers allset for the school year, themembers of the DLS-CSBFaculty Association haverenewed their commitment

“The new DLS-CSB Faculty Association is committed to a harmoniousand meaningful partnership through dialogues based on trust, for

the common good of the Benildean community.

Starting this year, the Faculty Association shall project a new image,giving us a new face that is more recognizable, more approachableand friendlier to its constituents. Our office shall be accessible to

everyone, both figuratively and literally, members and non-membersalike, always ready to listen to all concerns

—both professional and personal.

Adhering to our mission-vision statement, the Faculty Association iscommitted to be of competent service through good governance andtransparency, uncompromisingly independent, a guardian of every

teacher’s rights and, more importantly, conscientious of itsadministration and execution of policies.

All these commitments are anchored in the fundamental premisethat a teacher is not only and integral part of students’ learning and

growth, but is also an asset to a Christian educational institutionsuch as De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde.”

• excerpt from the speech delivered by Dr. D’Arlington J. Javellana

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Think tank. The FacultyAssociation enjoys freewheelingconversation with VPA Tang.

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Lasallian milestones

St. John Baptist de La Salle (1651-1719), aspainted by Pierre Léger in 1734.

“God, who guides all things with wisdom andserenity, whose way it is not to force the

inclinations of persons, willed to commit meentirely to the development of the schools.”

CCanonized on May 24, 1900, St. John Baptist de La Sallewas more than just a dedicated educator. He sought to nurturethe spiritual well-being of his students. This month, inLasallian history, he laid the foundation of Lasallian educationthat would span many centuries and lives on to this day.

June 6, 1694 John Baptist de La Salle and 12 Brothersprofess perpetual vows of Association, Obedience andStability.

June 7, 1694 John Baptist de La Salle is elected superiorby the 12 Brothers.

June 24, 1681 John Baptist de La Salle moves teachersinto his house.

June 24, 1682 John Baptist de La Salle and the teachingmasters move from his family home to the Rue Neuve.

JOIN THE ANNUAL ELECTROLUX DESIGN COMPETITION!Students are asked to create eco-friendly household appliances and solutions for 2020.Visit www.electroluxdesignlab.com to sign up and know the rulesDeadline is on August 1, 2007

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Spotlight!Spotlight!Spotlight!Spotlight!Spotlight!

Paying homage toCarlo Vergara’sgraphic novel AngKagila-gilalas naPakikipagsapalaran niZsaZsa Zaturnnah, ChrisMartinez and Vince DeJesus serve up a wackymusical that shattersstereotypes withshowstopping tunes and to-die-for costumes.

Presented by the critically-acclaimedTanghalang Pilipino, ZsaZsa Zaturnnah (ZeMuZikal) tells the story of Ada, the owner of aquaint beauty salon. A mysterious stone fallsfrom the heavens, giving Ada the ability totransform into ZsaZsa Zaturnnah, asuperhuman warrior endowed with uncannystrength and remarkable beauty.

Playing the title role is former teen idol-turned-dramatic actress Eula Valdes withcomedienne K Brosas alternating at certainperformances. Tuxqs Rutaquio, who is also the setand costume designer, alternates with MusicalDirector/Composer/Lyricist Vincent De Jesus on therole of Ada. Portraying Ada’s sidekick, Didi, is NarCabico (Arts Management student) while ArnoldReyes, Lauren Novero, and Janvier Daily alternate asDodong. Kalila Aguilos returns to her role as QueenFemina, Zsa Zsa Zaturnnah’s nemesis.

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Directing the musical isChris Millado (former ArtsManagement faculty member).Fashion Design andMerchandising studentNicole Mori’s costumes willagain be used while JonjonVillareal steps in as lightingdesigner. Ding Cruz(Technical Theatergraduate) ischoreographer, JedBalsamo (MusicProduction facultymember) is rehearsalmaster/vocal coach and BarbieTan-Tiongco (former Technical Theater facultymember) is technical director.

Even before the musical’s opening night, almostall tickets for the scheduled shows had been booked.This was unprecedented in Tanghalang Pilipino’sexperience with original stage material. The musicalalso boasts of a CD soundtrack of the entire musical. Itis available though Ballyhoo Records.

This particular run will be staged at the Carlos P. RomuloTheater, Podium 4, Yuchengco Tower 2, RCBC Plaza, Ayalacor Sen. Gil Puyat Avenues, Makati City.The schedule of performances will be as follows:

June 29-July 1, 20078:00PM

June 30-July 1, 20073:00PMTicket Prices: Php800, Php700 and Php500For purchases and inquiries, contact:Tanghalang Pilipino832-3661 and 832-1125 locals 1620 or 1621

0920-9535381 and 0920-953-5419Email: ccptanghalan@yahoo.comwww.tanghalangpilipino.comTicketWorld891-9999

Catch ZsaZsa and theBenildeans while you can!

ZsaZsaZaturnnah

Benildeans shine with

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WWith trendsetting Benildeans already making their mark in thePhilippine fashion and entertainment industries, DLS-CSB’s Br. FidelisLeddy Learning Resource Center makes sure that it has the hottest andmost in-demand books about the fashion world. After all, there arenever enough designers to keep the rest of the world looking spiffy.

RUNWAY

Fancy Dress for Kidsby Tree House Press

Kids have special fashionneeds, too. No kid can resist

dressing up as a superhero or afavorite cartoon character for

Halloween or school plays. Onecan easily make a living out of

designing kids’ costumes. Thebook has illustrated guides on

how to execute popular costumepicks like pirates and princessesto the Queen of Hearts from Alice

in Wonderland.

Fabric Art: Journalsby Pam Sussman

Even journals should get“dressed up” to better reflectthe personality of theirowners. Pam Sussman’spassion for the craft of turningjournals into works of art isevident. The book containsbeautifully detailed foolproofguides on how to makejournals look cool.

The Silk PaintingWorkshop

by Jane VenablesWhen it comes to silk, Jane Venables,

an internationally respected silk painter,knows what she’s writing about. Currentlyone of the world’s foremost authorities onthe craft of silk painting and marbling, the

author imparts knowledge that couldeasily launch a thousand fashion

collections.

pageTurners

READSREADY

Careers for FashionPlates & OtherTrendsettersby Lucia Mauro

Being a fashionista entailsmore than just looking good. Learnhow to map out the scenic trail youwant to blaze in the fashionindustry from fashion journalistLucia Mauro. She gives a detailedand practical guide of how you canget your foot in the door to one ofthe world’s most competitive,frenetic and glamorousbusinesses. This book is a must-read for aspiring models,designers, critics, photographersand agents.The Knot Book of

Wedding Gownsby Carley Roney

Everybody loves weddings—moreso the fashion designers who designbridal gowns. Carley Roney chroniclesthe history of wedding dresses anddiscusses all the delightful details likebeadwork in seamless prose that’s ajoy to read. This is one craft book thatreads almost like a fairy tale.

Screencraft: Costume Designby Deborah Nadoolman Landis

Ever wonder why people in the movies look so much better than inreal life? Part of the answer is in this book. Aside from make-up,

fabulous lighting and camera tricks, actors and actresses get to wearthe coolest costumes. Deborah Nadoolman Landis highlights the

costumes in Hollywood movies like Batman Returns, Shakespeare inLove, 101 Dalmatians and many more. If you’re in need of an eye

candy fix, this book is one of your best bets.

Handmade Embroidered Bagsby Jenny Rolfe

Designers who wish to help bagfreaks in their quest for the snazziest-looking handbag in the whole wide worldwill learn a lot from Jenny Rolfe’s book.Highlighting complex sewing techniquesand intricate bag embellishments, theauthor’s reader-friendly mini-manualsegments could easily spark inspirationand innovation.

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TheBenildeanMinute

“Who’s yourpersonal hero?”

Photographs by Romeo Catap Jr, MCO

“I love the Powerpuff Girls because they’re so cute!”Pauline B. Manzo, AB-Production Design

“I pick Superman becausehe’s very strong. Malakas

ang dating n’ya. He haspresence that sets him

apart from othersuperheroes.”

Paul Matthew B. Manzo,AB-Technical Theater

“Barbie doesn’t have powers but I think she’s super.”Kristine Joy S. Capuz, honorary Benildean

daughter of Duris S. Capuz, Office of the VicePresident for Academics

“I admire Chef Ernie Babaran. His skill as apastry chef is just amazing. He’s my mentor.”

Kevin W. Gonzaga, BS-HRIM

“My hero is Jesus Christ. Irely on him for everything.He is the source of myhappiness. Wala na akonghahanapin pa.”Rev. Fr. Mike Garcia, SSS,DLS-CSB Chaplain

“Si Darna angsuperhero ko. Kasimagaling s’ya atpinapakita n’ya salahat na kunganong ginagawa nglalaki aymagagawa rin ngmga babae.”Belen Deloria, SSO

“Si Lord ang heroko kasi s’ya angtagapagligtas saatin.”Ramil Sartin, SSO

“Gusto ko si Superman kasinakakalipad s’ya.”Romelo Villanueva, SSO

“S’yempre, bilib akokay Jose Rizal. Nasakanya na lahat angmga magandangqualities.”Celso Corre Jr., SSO

As the country celebrated Jose Rizal’s birthday on June 19, we encouragedthe members of the Benildean community to ponder on the concept ofheroes—whether fictional characters with superpowers, spiritualguides, or real-life icons. We asked them:

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Shop talk. The dean of DLS-CSB’s Schoolof Design and Arts, Architect GerardTorres, is prima ballerina Lisa Macuja’sfeatured guest in her radio show, “Art 2Art,” which is broadcast over DzRH at 3p.m. every Sunday. Dean Torres spokeabout art education.

Some good thingsjust get even better.

The School of Hotel,Restaurant, and InstituteManagement’s Young HoteliersExposition (YHE) fired off its 7th

year with a celebration that waseven bigger than ever.

In cooperation with the ManilaFoods and Beverages Expo(MAFBEX) and WORLDBEXServices International, the 19th

YHE was held at the World TradeCenter from June 20 to 24.

The YHE, an event held everyterm, gives students a chance toshowcase their talents throughdifferent competitions focusing onculinary arts, hospitalitymanagement, and travel andtourism. It also serves as a training

ground that promotes healthycompetition and teamwork amongits participants through variousevents like the Artistic BreadCompetition, Cake DecoratingCompetition and the MarketBasket Competition.

This year, the YHE literally

upped its cool factor with one if itsnewest event: the Ice CarvingCompetition. The YHE alsointroduced a new flairing event,Flair Factor: Quest for the FlairSpartans Season 1, which hadcompetitors in student andprofessional categories.

YHE’s 19th installment starts off 7th year

by Alfonso Louis Chusuey and YummierEven Bigger,

Better 7at

Photograph by RomeoCatap Jr., MCO

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We’re asking you to nominate the person/persons whom youthink are ideal role models. Nominees who have won distinctions in2007, nominees who have undergone continuing efforts to enrichDLS-CSB or the lives of others, as well as nominees who havebeaten great odds in order to succeed are most welcome. You maynominate individuals or groups.

Please e-mail the name of your nominees, the program/school/

office/department in which they belong and their contact information tomco@dls-csb.edu.ph or mco.dls.csb@gmail.com with the heading:“College Week-Heroes Nomination.”

Deadline for nominations is on June 30.

Your nominees don’t need to give up their cell phones, forego goingto the mall or renounce worldly things to be eligible. They just have tohave a little bit of St. Benilde in them.

We Need The MarketingCommunications Office (MCO)

is looking for 20 Benildeanheroes who will be featured in

the special College Week issueof the perspective. They can

be students, faculty members,staff, alumni, groups and others

who have enriched the lives ofothers through their talents or

selfless efforts.

HEROES!

Artwork byCD Cruz

Will you bemy hero?