Y&V

From 27 September to 09 October, a group of 26 students and 4 staff from Oakhill College in Sydney brought their Lasallian spirit to the Philippines for their annual Lasallians Without Borders Trip!

Their two-week journey was filled with meaningful encounters and joyful moments, as they immersed themselves in the vibrant communities of Bacolod. They spent most of their time visiting different La Salle schools and ministries, volunteering, and building connections with the residents of Bahay Pag-Asa Youth Center. One of the highlights was working on the newly established plant nursery, made possible through the generous support of the Lasallian Foundation in Australia.

The group also rolled up their sleeves for house building in Gawad Kalinga, a partner community of De La Salle University–Dasmariñas. In between their service activities, they visited De La Salle University and La Salle Green Hills, and took part in enriching cultural experiences—including a tour of Intramuros, a city tour of Bacolod, and the lively Masskara Fun Run, where they proudly wore masks they designed themselves!

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the Brothers and Partners who warmly welcomed and supported the group throughout their trip.

Originally posted in the DLSU-D Lasallian Mission Office Facebook page

In joyful anticipation of the Investiture of Br. Iñigo Riola FSC as the 10th President of DLSU-D on 07 October 2025, Feast of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary, the University held a special vocation-centered activity with the De La Salle Brothers earlier today.

The Brothers visited classrooms in CEAT, CBAA, and COEd, engaging students in meaningful conversations about faith, vocation, and the Lasallian mission. A highlight of the day was “ConBROsations”, where young Lasallian men listened to the Brothers’ vocation stories and reflected on their own call to faith and service.

Organized by the Vocations Committee of the Office of the Chief Lasallian Mission Officer (CLMO) and supported by various University units — especially CEAT (with the CEAT Student Government), CBAA, and COEd — the event was held in partnership with the National Vocations Ministry Office (NVMO) and the Residencia De La Salle Brothers Community.

Participants were blessed to encounter the Brother President, the NVMO Director, and Brothers from Myanmar, Japan (Br. Abet Pia FSC - a DLSU-D alumnus who is assigned in Japan) and Residencia De La Salle, celebrating together the gift of a Lasallian vocation.

Grateful to the Brothers for sharing their time — and to our students, especially our Campus Peer Ministers (CPM) and Lasallian Youth Accompaniment Group (LAYAG) for saying yes to meaningful conversations that inspire faith, purpose, and service and for joining the Brothers in the classroom visits.