University of St. La Salle
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| University of St. La Salle | |
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| Motto | Excellence with a Soul, Competence with Compassion |
| Established | 1952 |
| Type | Private |
| Religious affiliation | Roman Catholic, Lasallian |
| President | Br. Raymundo B. Suplido FSC, Ph.D. |
| Staff | 576[1] |
| Students | 12,657[1] |
| Location | Bacolod City, Negros Occidental,  Philippines |
| Campus | Urban, 100,000 m² (La Salle Avenue Campus) |
| Hymn | Alma Mater Hymn |
| Colors | Green and White |
| Nickname | Stingers |
| Website | www.usls.edu.ph |
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The University of St. La Salle (USLS), located in La Salle Avenue, Bacolod City, Philippines, is a Catholic private university run by the De La Salle Brothers. Established in 1952 as La Salle College - Bacolod, it is the second oldest campus originally founded by the congregation in the country.[2] The university is a member of De La Salle Philippines, a network established in 2006 comprising 17 Lasallian institutions in the country.
Its main campus in La Salle Avenue houses the university's college and graduate school units, as well as its high school and grade school (collectively, the Integrated School). The USLS Health Sciences Campus, located at Lacson Blvd., is an additional facility for students under its Nursing and Medicine program. Its other campus, the 55-hectare Granada Campus, is home to the Agribusiness farm and the Science Ecological Park, which caters to its Agribusiness students. La Salle-Bacolod offers programs in elementary, secondary, undergraduate, and graduate levels.
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[edit] History
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The Brothers first came to the Philippines in 1911, when they were invited by the Archbishop of Manila to set up a Catholic school for the children of the upper classes in the country's capital. The archbishop was concerned then about the growing number of American protestant schools in the country and he sought the help of the brothers to stem the tide of this growing influence among the children of the country's leading families.
Although the Brothers found themselves in a situation where the providing education for the children of the elite, they endeavored to remain true to their mission by inculcating in their students a deep concern for the plight of their less privileged countrymen. It was hoped that their Lasallian education would encourage them to utilize and develop their talents and resources in serving their nation, as they were bound to succeed their father in taking the helm of the Philippine economic, political, and cultural life.
As the Brothers in the Philippines grew in number, and as their successes allowed, they gradually established more La Salle schools in the country, schools more directly serving the needs of the poor and underprivileged through education.
In 1946, an opportunity for the Brothers to set up a second La Salle school in the country came when then Bacolod City Mayor Alfredo Montelibano, Sr., offered them a ten-hectare lot (where the University stands today) for the purpose.
In 1952, La Salle-Bacolod was established through the guidance and efforts of its three founding fathers, Bro. Felix Masson, Bro. Hugh Wester, and Bro. Dennis Ruhland, the first director of the school.
La Salle-Bacolod opened with 175 male students from Prep to Grade 5, under seven faculty members. The school building was unimpressive, built amidst sprawling muddy grounds and bordered by canfields of adjoining lands.
The following decade saw the expansion of La Salle from Grade School to College. This was made possible through pledges, donations, and fund drives actively supported by parents, alumni, and benefactors.
In 1996, the year the Dona Corazon Locsin Montelibano Chapel was built, La Salle-Bacolod opened its doors to the first of female college students whose influence on campus activities increased as more and more ladies enrolld in the once-male exclusive school.
During the February Revolution of 1986, La sale-Bacolod students did their share in conducting prayer rallies, for a and symposia on issues, and participating in street demonstrations and in the National Movement for Free Election chapters in the province and in the city.
From 1987-2003 the following major constructions were built on campus through externally funded grants/donations solicited by the office of the Brother President.
Today, the University continues to make its distinct presence felt as it consistently produces leaders and key actors in the fields of agriculture and industry, banking and finance, sports and education, communication and performing arts, and most notably, in government service.
Known for its academic excellence, social research dynamism, and active community involvement and service, the University rises to the challenge of the times - the need to exercise the leadership role in the social transformation of Negros through a relevant and Christian education of the Negrense Youth.
As it was then, the University of St. La Salle, fired by its Founder's vision, endeavors to develop Christian men and women who are committed to excellence, competent in their professions, and actively involved in the service of their fellowmen towards a more peaceful, just, and humane Filipino society.
[edit] Academics
University of St. La Salle is divided into seven major colleges and a graduate school: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business and Accountancy, College of Education, College of Engineering and Technology, College of Law, College of Medicine, and College of Nursing. The USLS Graduate School has 13 professional programs in selected fields, for part-time students.
Academic degree programs offered by the University:
- College of Arts and Sciences
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- Bachelor of Arts in Communication
- Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Bachelor of Science in Biology
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology
- Liberal Arts and Commerce
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- College of Business and Accountancy
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- Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
- Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness
- Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
- Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
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- Business Economics
- Marketing Management
- Operations Management
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- College of Education
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- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education-Generalist
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education
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- Major in Special Education
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- Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education
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- English
- Mathematics
- MAPEH
- Physical Science
- Social Studies
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- College of Engineering
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- Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Material Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Associate in Computer Engineering Technology
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- College of Law
- College of Medicine
- College of Nursing
- Graduate School
[edit] Arts and Culture
[edit] Museo de Negrense De La Salle
As the only school-based museum in Bacolod City which services not only the needs of the academic but also of the artistic community. Museo Negrense de La Salle is a small museum with big dreams.
It is a special tool to help faculty, students and the outside community focus on what they are and what they can become by providing visual evidence of the Filipino cultural heritage in order to promote knowledge, understanding and appreciation of our history, art and culture.
The campus museum has a permanent collection of religious artifacts from the Diocese of Bacolod as well as valuable collections of antique images and period pieces of furniture donated by benefactors and friends.
[edit] University Brass Band
Became well-known as a MARCHING BAND, focusing on school-wide and city-wide activities including the NROTC's Annual Tactical Inspection and Lasallian Pep rallies.
[edit] La Salle Chorale
The only school-based acapella vocal ensemble in the region, The University Chorale has developed a reputation for its remarkable interpretation of vocal musical literature - from classical to contemporary, from gospel to standards, from kundimans to OPM. With an unbroken blend of male and female voices, ranging from first soprano to second bass, The University Chorale has become famous for its musical excellence.
Since its founding in 1988, the group has reaped numerous awards among which are: The 1993 NAMCYA Regional Chorale Championship; the 1994 NOPSCEA College Choir Championship; Runner-up in the 1998 Centennial Chorale Festival. Acknowledged as one of the top 5 chorale groups in the Philippines, the University Chorale has performed with the Peace Philharmonic Philippines. The group also had a series of concerts in Taiwan, Hongkong and Bangkok.
The University Chorale is ably led by Serry Repique, BSN-RN, and also former member of the group. Under his musical direction, the Chorale won the 1999 National Music Competition for Young Artists held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Still, the University Chorale continues in its objective to be an active performing group in USLS. If, as a poet says, "music is the heart of the soul", the Chorale stands firm in its mission to make music the heart of every man's soul.
[edit] Maskara Theater Ensemble
University's theatre group founded in 1977 by Peque Gallaga to promote theatre awareness and appreciation in the community, train its members in the art of theatre through acting and production workshop, stage adapted and original production. Jean Baptiste Dance Company
Composed of dance enthusiasts, members of this dance company trained in various dance forms, such as modern dance, jazz, neo-ethnic and ballet. They promote their art form through various performances in the community to join the company as dancers or choreographers.
[edit] Patron saint
The university's patron saint is St. John Baptist de La Salle, a French priest, educational reformer, and founder of international educational movement who spent over forty years of his life dedicated to education for the children of the poor. In the process, he standardized educational practices throughout France, wrote inspirational meditations on the ministry of teaching (along with catechisms, politeness texts, and other resources for teachers and students), and became the catalyst and resource for many other religious congregations dedicated to education that were founded in the 18th and 19th centuries.
[edit] USLS Then and Now
The University of St. La Salle, a non-stock and non-profit corporation, was established in 1952 by seven American Brothers under the umbrella of the Philippine Province of the Brothers of the Christian Schools which is an international institute of religious dedicated to the service of mankind with special concern for the poor, through education.
As a Catholic institution of learning offering to both men and women an educational program designed to develop their talents and abilities towards becoming truly contributing members of society, the University Of St. La Salle is committed to a curriculum that emphasizes person-development as an integrated and holistic process of spiritual, social, intellectual and physical growth.
The institution was elevated to university status on July 5, 1988, with the College of Engineering, College of Education, College of Nursing, College of Law and the Graduate School.
The Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business and Accountancy and Education obtained PAASCU Level 3v accreditation.
The following programs have been designed as CHED Centers of Development: Business and Accountancy, Chemical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Computer Engineering.
In SY 1993, the College of Law was opened in inauguration rites.
On March 2, 1996, a new campus was christened in ground breaking rites at Granada, the future site of a Science and Ecological Park.
In SY 2002, the University of St. La Salle opened the College of Medicine.
Throughout its existence, the University has produced topnotchers in board and bar examinations, and maintained superior passing rates.
The University has produced leaders in the field of business and industry, art and culture sports and education, the various professions, and public service.
In its 50 years of service, the University continues to keep faith with the with the vision and mission of St. John Baptist de La Salle, proclaimed by the Catholic Church as the Patron Saint of Teachers.
[edit] See also
- List of tertiary schools in Bacolod City
- The Spectrum - Official student publication
[edit] Notes and references
- ^ a b DLSP September 2008 Statistics. delasalle.ph. Accessed May 26, 2009
- ^ "History - University of St. La Salle". Center for International and External Linkages, University of St. La Salle. http://www.usls.edu.ph/index.cfm/about-usls/history/. Retrieved 2009-01-12.
Coordinates: 10°40′44″N 122°57′45″E / 10.67889°N 122.9625°E
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