Leonard Agustin

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Mapúa University

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Mapúa to produce "green" engineers, managers through PH's first undergraduate program in Energy...

As climate change continues to be discussed in the local and international communities, the demand for jobs in line with sustainability has been steadily growing. Public and private sectors have also been promoting environmentally conscious decisions and policies by employing professionals in the areas of energy, agriculture, construction and manufacturing, transportation, waste management, policy, research, and consulting.

Mapua
Cardinals cap off successful NCAA 98 campaign

Mapúa University's student-athletes showcased their exceptional skills and talent during the second half of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Season 98, leaving a lasting mark on their respective tournaments.

Mapúa University
11/08/2017
Mapúa IT students ace ASEAN Data Science Explorers nationals

Equipped with valuable insights and ideas for a sustainable future for Southeast Asia, Mapúa University Information Technology (IT) students Tristan Gabriel Bal and Jay Mark Butalon emerged as one of the best teams in the recent Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Data Science Explorers competition.

Malayan Science

FEU Advocate

FEU Advocate
04/24/2015
More to come

If this school year was a big challenge for Far Eastern University (FEU) student leaders, the next one will definitely be a tougher one. Student leaders who served the Tamaraw community this academic year underwent a rigorous selection process. During the 2014 student elections, stricter qualifications were set for aspiring student leaders. The candidates’ academic standing and leadership track were scrutinized. Their reasoning abilities and communication skills were also tested through...

FEU Advocate
03/02/2015
I choose neither

It was during my freshman year when the notion of reviving the multi-party system in the student election was first introduced. I thought it was impossible since the student election is highly competitive between the orange and red. Three years forward, it was actually turned into a reality.

FEU Advocate
02/03/2015
Are we making sense?

In this day and age, information can be easily shared and accessed. The present technology, the internet, computers and mobile phones combined, gives people the privilege to broadcast to the world what they do, feel and think. At the same time, they are able to see how things unfold, in real time.

FEU Advocate
11/25/2014
Unity in excellence?

Themed “Unity in Excellence,” the 77th season of the country’s premier collegiate league University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) that opened in July 2014 showed some promise to “unite” the eight participating schools.

FEU Advocate
09/15/2014
Walang himala

Kailan lang, isa sa pitong indibidwal na inirekomenda ng National Commission on Culture and Arts at Cultural Center of the Philippines upang gawaran ng Orden ng Gawad Pambansang Alagad ng Sining, o National Artist Award, ay tinanggihang hirangin ni Pangulong Benigno Aquino.

FEU Advocate
08/09/2014
Three SONA 'Stealers'

Last July 28, President Benigno S. Aquino III delivered his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) at the Batasang Pambansa Complex in Quezon City.

FEU Advocate
07/02/2014
We are mutants

"Why did you choose FEU?" Most of us encounter this question on our first days of our stay in the University. And staying in Far Eastern University (FEU) for three years, I have heard different reasons from different people on why decided to be a so-called ‘Tamaraw.’

FEU Advocate
04/14/2014
More studes vote in 2014 elections

Recently concluded student elections saw a significant increase in the number of voters as a result of a two-day election period and intensified social media involvement.

FEU Advocate
02/28/2014
Yellow-Orange battle flares up

Anomalies and issues are still prevalent in the midst of this year’s battle for student organization posts between Lakas Tamaraw and Sandigan Party Alliance.

FEU Advocate
02/27/2014
FEU banks on senior high

University President Michael Alba refuted reports saying Far Eastern University (FEU) Manila will offer basic education to adapt with the Kindegraten-to-12 (K-12) basic education reform program.

FEU Advocate
02/27/2014
86th founding year highlights alumni

Far Eastern University (FEU) opened its doors anew to its alumni in celebration of its 86th founding anniversary last January 20 to 30.

FEU Advocate
12/19/2013
FEU textbooks go digital

To make learning more convenient for students, Far Eastern University (FEU) administration has recently installed the new My eBooks feature in the FEU Student Portal.

FEU Advocate
10/17/2013
Sand Spikers drop to 5th; Beach Volleybelles still at 7th

Promises of avenging their defeat last season were buried in the sand as Far Eastern University (FEU) Men’s Beach Volleyball Team finished at fifth place while the Women’s Beach Volleyball Team remained at the seventh spot of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 76 Beach Volleyball Tournament.

FEU Advocate
09/17/2013
Volleybelles falter over PNP

Far Eastern University (FEU) Women's Volleyball Team registered its sixth straight loss in the Shakey's V-League Season 10 Open Conference, Tuesday afternoon at The Arena in San Juan. The Morayta-based squad lost to the Philippine National Police (PNP) , 20-25, 14-25, 25-20, 19-25, giving the Lady Patrollers their first win.

FEU Advocate
09/09/2013
FEU bests Adamson, clinches 'F4' slot

Far Eastern University (FEU) Tamaraws earned a slot in the Final Four of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Men's Basketball Tournament after pulling off a 92-80 win over the Adamson University (AdU) Soaring Falcons, Saturday afternoon at the Mall of Asia Arena.

FEU Advocate
09/01/2013
Beach Volleybelles denied by Eagles, fall to 0-3

Far Eastern University (FEU) Women's Beach Volleyball Team now sports a 0-3 win-loss card after being turned back by Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) Lady Eagles, Sunday afternoon at the University of the East Caloocan sand courts.

FEU Advocate
08/29/2013
Lady Tams, naungusan ng Meralco

Abot-kamay na ng Far Eastern University (FEU) Lady Tamaraws ang kanilang unang panalo sa Shakey's V-League Open Conference ngunit tila kinapos sila sa lakas sa dalawang oras na laban kontra Meralco Power Spikers, 12-25, 22-25, 25-18, 25-23 at 13-15, Martes ng hapon sa FilOil Flying V Arena.

FEU Advocate
08/13/2013
Lady Spikers, kampeon sa Petron Beach Volley

Itinanghal na kampeon ang Far Eastern University Women’s Beach Volleyball Team sa katatapos lamang na ikatlong leg ng 2013 Petron Ladies’ Beach Volleyball Tournament na ginanap sa sand courts ng University of the East (UE)-Caloocan.

FEU Advocate
08/13/2013
Hindi mo kaya

Sa panahon ngayon, malalaman mo ang iba’t ibang mga bagay tungkol sa isang tao kahit hindi mo siya kausapin o makita nang personal. Tingnan mo lang ang kanyang accounts sa mga social networking sites gaya ng Facebook o Twitter at tiyak na malalaman mo na ang halos lahat tungkol sa taong ‘yon.

FEU Advocate
07/22/2013
Cagebelles trash Lady Maroons

Far Eastern University (FEU) Lady Tamaraws dumped the University of the Philippines (UP) Lady Maroons, 68-31, to stretch their winning streak to 23 and register a 5-0 card Sunday afternoon at The Arena in San Juan.

FEU Advocate
07/12/2013
Cheerdancers groove for third title

With flawless dance routines, jaw-dropping stunts and top-of the line pyramids, Far Eastern University Cheering Squad (FEUCS) is back with a mission to restore glory to Morayta.

FEU Advocate
07/12/2013
Ace setter heads rebuilding Volleybelles

With an aim to bounce back from the past season, Far Eastern University (FEU) Women’s Volleyball Team setter Gyzelle Sy prepares for another season of sets, jousts and dumps.

FEU Advocate
07/12/2013
The growing sport

Sometimes, the problem is not about how to start, but rather how to sustain.

FEU Advocate
06/29/2013
Tourism student returns as FEU's courtside reporter

Things will be sweeter the second time around for Judy Saril, as she is still Far Eastern University's (FEU) courtside reporter for the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 76.

FEU Advocate
06/10/2013
New trooper joins the battle

A new talented kid is expected to contribute for the green-and-gold squad as the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 76 fast approaches.

FEU Advocate
06/10/2013
Volleybelles face another revamp

Three years ago, the Far Eastern University (FEU) Women’s Volleyball Team underwent a major overhaul resulting to the removal of almost all of its players. This year, it seems that they are heading into the same path they took three years ago.

FEU Advocate
06/10/2013
We believe

Last season, we saw different upsetting scenarios in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) that involved Far Eastern University (FEU). For instance, FEU was unable to enter the Final Four of the two most popular sports–men’s basketball and women’s volleyball. Another was the defeat of the Men’s Volleyball Team in the finals.

FEU Advocate
04/04/2013
Eeeny, meeny

The outcome is obviously the result of choices.

TAMBayan
03/25/2013
Tingkad at Tinta: Kulay ng Pulitikang Pilipino

Bawat tao o grupo ay may kani-kanilang pagkakakilanlan at sariling layuning ipinaglalaban. Dahilan ito upang magkaroon ng isang representasyon ang isang tao o grupo na magpapakilala sa kanila.

FEU Advocate
02/09/2013
Foundation week ends with no concert

Far Eastern University’s (FEU) week-long celebration on its 85th founding anniversary ended without the traditional Concierto Piyu, the school’s grandest concert that always wrap up the foundation celebration.

FEU Advocate
02/09/2013
Moving forward

We usually give so much importance to two parts of a cycle or phenomenon: the beginning and the end. Maybe because how we begin will dictate the flow of something while the end will be the one that will give the final mark. Testament is how we welcome a new year with booms and bangs, and at the same time, closing an old year that we’ve gone through.

FEU Advocate
12/14/2012
Tams win CinePambata film fest

Proving Tamaraws’ genius in filmmaking, “In-Idol,” a film by fourth year Mass Communication students, won major awards in the 4th CinePambata Video Festival.

FEU Advocate
12/14/2012
FTSO retrofits NRH

In order to comply with Manila City building code, Facilities and Technical Services Office (FTSO) retrofits Nicanor Reyes Hall (NRH).

FEU Advocate
11/13/2012
Stabbing case wounds campus safety

With the security and safety measures that Far Eastern University (FEU) undertakes, it is expected that students are safe in the campus premises. But as shooting and stabbing incidents took place inside the campus, this notion seems questionable.

FEU Advocate
09/13/2012
FEU Bamboo Band showcases Filipino music

Commemorating the nationwide celebration of BuwanngWika, a group under President’s Committee on Culture (PCC) performed last August 24 at the University Auditorium.

FEU Advocate
09/13/2012
New dean takes over ITHM

Manning the Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (ITHM) is newly appointed Dean Melinda Torres.

FEU Advocate
09/13/2012
Pinoy nga ba?

Tunay ka bang Pilipino? Halos lahat siguro ng taong makakabasa ng tanong sa taas ay sasagot ng ‘oo.’ Ngunit natanong mo na ba ang sarili mo kung sa anong paraan ka naging Pilipino?

FEU Advocate
07/23/2012
NegLex stude elected as VP of nat'l org

Proving that Far Eastern University (FEU) students are nation leaders, third year BS Business Administration major in Legal Management student Christelle Grace Pineda was elected as Vice President for Documentation and Publication of the Alliance of Legal Management Associations of the Philippines (ALMAP), Inc.

FEU Advocate
07/23/2012
Seniors to attend natl summit

Fifth year BS Accountancy student John Michael Lava and fourth year AB Mass Communication students Gianina Joy Nathania Napo and Anna Katrina Resente will represent Far Eastern University (FEU) in the 7th Aboitiz Future Leaders Business Summit (AFLBS) on August 17 to 18 in Cebu City.

FEU Advocate
07/23/2012
Cordilleran group performs at FEU

President’s Committee on Culture (PCC) invited a cultural group to feature their region’s culture at the FEU Auditorium last June 22.

FEU Advocate
07/23/2012
Alumna receives TV network award

Recognizing her accomplishments as Mass Communication student, Far Eastern University (FEU) fresh graduate Angela Lou Manuel was given the ‘GMA Network Excellence Award.’

FEU Advocate
07/23/2012
FEU Channel starts broadcast

Setting the bars in academic broadcasting, Far Eastern University (FEU) continues to showcase the Tamaraws’ culture through the FEU Channel.

FEU Advocate
07/23/2012
Campus turns overpopulated?

Tamaraws’ lair seems overcrowded as Far Eastern University (FEU) registered 10 percent enrolment increase this semester.

FEU Advocate
07/23/2012
Power and leaders

“What has destroyed every previous civilization has been the tendency to the unequal distribution of wealth and power.” – Henry George

FEU Advocate
06/14/2012
College may shorten to 3 years; enrolment may subside

As the Department of Education (DepEd) implements Kindergarten plus 12 years of elementary and highschool (K-12) basic education reform program this school year, the reform may result to freshmen ‘zero enrolment’ and decrease of years in college.

FEU Advocate
06/14/2012
Korean school visits FEU

To observe Tamaraws’ way of reaching out to its community, students, faculty and staff from Far East University (FEU) Korea came to the Philippines last May 7-11.

FEU Advocate
06/14/2012
Alumnus named as NCR outstanding stude

Exemplifying excellence, leadership and selfless service, Far Eastern University (FEU) fresh graduate Glenmore Sibal was named as one of the Ten Outstanding Students of the Philippines (TOSP) of National Capital Region (NCR) last April 30 at Philippine Long-Distance Telephone Innolab, Mandaluyong City.

FEU Advocate
06/14/2012
Bittersweet

It has been said that the roots of education are bitter but its fruits are sweet. Education is no joke. It cannot be attained by just a single snap; zillion ticks of clock will be counted, much energy will be wasted and lots of denomination will be spent. The issue in education that almost all of people are affected with is the expense, most especially in college. We are introduced to the annoying friends–tuition, allowance and projects–that make our eyes roll and our parents’ pocket to torn.

FEU Advocate
04/16/2012
Student voters increase, elect new student leaders

As the green and gold community cast their votes to elect their new leaders for Academic Year 2012-2013 last February 16, an increase of 4.2 percent, or from 40.5 percent last year to 44.7 percent this year, was registered.

FEU Advocate
04/16/2012
FEU names five most admired women

Commemorating the International Women’s Day, the five most admired women of Far Eastern University (FEU) were recognized at Institute of Arts and Sciences (IAS) Conference Hall last March 8.

FEU Advocate
03/06/2012
Tuition increases by 4.8%

Students’ forum on tuition was conducted last February 8 at the LAP Hall in Law Building to announce the 4.8 percent increase in tuition for the coming academic year 2012-2013.

FEU Advocate
03/06/2012
IN to provide programs for professionals

Far Eastern University-Institute of Nursing (FEU-IN) is up to launch programs for professionals after being awarded Certificate of Accreditation as Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Provider.

FEU Advocate
02/16/2012
Anomalies burst election arena

Clash between the two parties, Samahan ng Mag-aaral para sa Sambayanan (SAMASA) and Sandigan Party Alliance caused anomalies and controversies to cover the Tamaraw student election battlefield.

FEU Advocate
12/07/2011
EcoSoc reaches out to orphans

Far Eastern University (FEU) Economics Society (EcoSoc) officers and members worked as one as they extended their arm to their first outreach program conducted at Children’s Joy Foundation, Quezon City last October 2.

FEU Advocate
12/07/2011
Financial aids prevent downfall

Second semester enrolment increased by one percent or 25,386 enrolees from last year’s second semester of 23,146 thru the financial assistance that Far Eastern University (FEU) offers to its students.

FEU Advocate
10/22/2011
IAS-SC conducts new media, cybercrime seminar

To make the youth informed on the responsible use of new media and to be aware of the cyber crime tactics, the Institute of Arts and Sciences-Student Council (IAS-SC) held the New Media and Cyber Crime Seminar was held at Mini-Auditorium last September 23.

FEU Advocate
10/22/2011
Tamaraw nurses top July '11 NLE

Six Far Eastern University (FEU) Nursing alumni exemplified excellence as they landed on the July 2011 Nursing Licensure Examination (NLE) list of topnotchers.

FEU Advocate
09/05/2011
FEU sulong sa proyektong pangkalikasan

Tuloy-tuloy ang pagsagip sa mga Tamaraw sa Mindoro sa tulong ng proyekto ng Far Eastern University (FEU) na “Save the Tamaraws Project.”

FEU Advocate
09/05/2011
Isyu sa RH Bill, tinalakay

Ang National Federation of Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants (NJPIA)-National Capital Region Council (NCRC) katulong ang Far Eastern University (FEU) JPIA ay nagsagawa ng symposium tungkol sa isyu ng Reproductive Health (RH) Bill sa University Conference Center noong Hulyo 29.

FEU Advocate
09/05/2011
UN Ambassador itinampok ang Wellness at Climate Change

Isang United Nations (UN) International Day on Peace Ambassador ang nagbigay ng isang diskusyon ukol sa kahalagahan ng pangangalaga ng kalikasan at ng katawan bilang bahagi ng 35th Nicanor Reyes Memorial Lecture Series noong Hulyo 20 sa University Conference Center.