Alumni 2004-2005
Section Updated Wed, 29-Nov-2006 9:36 AM

Doctor's Advice
Dr. Kelly Salvador (Batch 78) was the guest speaker during the GS Closing Ceremonies last March 17, 2005. He was the consultant of Xavier School's Infirmary in the school year 2003-2004. Dr. Salvador is extensively involved in medical research on cancer, founded and supports various charities and foundations for cancer patients and survivors.

XS'79 & 2004 Homecoming Committee
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Xaverian-Isko: Episode II
"Mr. Karon Mark Ramirez Yee," read the emcee of today's Parangal sa Mag-aaral. Yes, "Mr. Karon," he loudly announced as I got my certificate onstage, my face I could sense, flushed in a humiliating red. Imagine, approaching the UP President with a name other than my own? My widest smile couldn't even compensate such a blunder. By Karol Yee (XS 2004)

Xaverian or Xavierian?
Actually, "Xaverian" and "Xavierian" are used interchangeably. Even now, you see the two terms used side by side as in the "freedictionary.com" website, i.e., "In 1864, Spalding, then Archbishop of Baltimore, asked the Xaverians to open schools there, and they did so. Baltimore was made the center of Xavierian activities in the United States, and in 1876 a novitiate was opened there." By Maximio Kiok (XS '72)

Eulogy for Papa
Good evening. My father would be extremely happy to see all of you here tonight. He would be pleased to see the outpouring of so much love and affection, and how special he was to so many people. On behalf of our family, I would like to thank everyone who offered prayers and support, and everyone who came to see him during his time of need. By Derek "Siopao" Chua (XS 2000)

Dr. Francisco Kit Navarro: Doctor and Xaverian
Dr. Francisco Kit Navarro (XS Batch '91) is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine. He was initially a Doctor of Medicine from the UP College of Medicine Batch '98, after which he took a different path by specializing in Chinese Medicine, specifically acupuncture. Being one of the few medical doctors in this field, he has become famous. By Harvery King (H3D), Stallion Features Writer

Forever Xavier
It's surprising how fast the weather changes here in Wake Forest, North Carolina. One day, it's a beautiful sunny day with a temperature of 70 degrees. The next day, it's 25 degrees and white snowflakes fall from the sky. I view life to be alot like the wheather, uncertain and unpredictable. By Matthew Lozada

Heroic Leadership
Last Wednesday, February 2, Dr. Chris Lowney gave the Xavier and ICA Administrators a talk on Heroic Leadership at the Angelo King Multi-Purpose Center . The talk was taken from his book of the same title and highlighted what the Jesuits did right to become one of the (if not the) most successful companies in the history of the world. By Frederick N. Tiu (XS '79), School Treasurer

Shine Brightly Till The Journey's End
Good afternoon to everyone. Allow me to begin by saying that I am deeply honored to be invited to your gathering this afternoon. It is always a privilege for me to be asked to share some of my thoughts with you. By Frederick N. Tiu (XS '79), School Treasurer

XSTREME: Raising the Bar!
After months of preparation and hard work, it certainly feels great that our homecoming is over and that it was a huge success. As in all major events, not everything went perfectly as planned but I feel ashamed to ask God for more because He has truly blessed XSTREME , this year's sports-themed Grand Xavier Alumni Homecoming.
By Frederick N. Tiu (XS '79), School Treasurer
Share the Gift of Music for the Holidays
The holidays is a perfect time to take a break from one's usual hectic grind. Unfortunately, for most of us, the holidays also brings with it its share of errands which threatens to deprive us of our much-needed break, afterall. 
Samson Lim: A True Xaverian
It is rare to find an alumnus who still devotes so much time and effort to his alma matter. Samson Lim, the current president for the Alumni Association of Xavier School (AAXS) is just that kind of person. In a brief interview, he provided a few insights into the mind of a true Xaverian.   By Jeremiah Limsico (H4H), Stallion Features Editor

XSTREME: 2004 Grand Xavier Alumni Homecoming
Calling all blue-blooded alumni of Xavier School! "XSTREME", this year's sports-themed Grand Alumni Homecoming, will be held on Saturday, November 27, for the VERY FIRST TIME at Xavier's brand new Fr. Cortina Sports Center.  By Rodolfo P. Ang (XS '79)

XS '79: So Many Stars
Most visitors to Xavier School in Greenhills, San Juan , come in through the newly-renovated Administration building, and are greeted by a huge sign that proclaims that Xavier is trying to form ‘men for others--- fully alive, endowed with a passion for justice and the skills for development .'  By Rodolfo P. Ang (XS '79)

XS '79: Of Shuttlecocks & Mooncakes
Xavier School Class of 1979 is celebrating its Silver Jubilee this year.   They have had a yearlong list of activities which will culminate with the 2004 Grand Alumni Homecoming on November 27, 2004.  By Dr. Timothy Tan (XS '79)
Crazy Idea
I never wake up early on a Sunday morning because I just think it's not right to waste the morning out of bed. In fact, only two things can get me out of bed on a Sunday morning: a "crazy idea" or a bowling event. On one particular Sunday morning though, I was out of bed early, drinking coffee (and I dislike coffee, by the way) in Jun Lim's (XS Batch '90 ) house and my bowling balls never left my house.   By Sharwin Tee (XS '96)

Xaverian-Isko
"Kamusta ang college?" I've been asked a hundred times. To put things simply, going from Xavier High School to the University of the Philippines is much like switching time zones: from Greenhills to Diliman following the Edsa Meridian. There are a lot of perks of being in college, most of them expected but unexpected.  By Karol Mark Ramirez Yee (XS '04)

Staying in Touch
In this day and age, immediate access to information is more often than not a key success factor.  For the foreign exchange trader, knowing the latest bid and offer will help him price his foreign exchange properly and look outfor opportunities to make money.  By Frederick Tiu (XS '79), School Treasurer

Guess Who's Back?
Effective August 9, 2004, Fr. Ismael G. Zuloaga, S.J. will assume the reins at the Xavier School Alumni Relations Office. Many of the Xavier alumni know Fr. Zulu as the Director of Xavier School. And why not? He held that position for 20 years from 1965 to 1985! By Frederick Tiu (XS '79), School Treasurer
Another Xaverian to Join the Jesuits
Marc Aristotle de Asis is from Xavier Class 1999.  He is also the eldest son of Melchor de Asis (Xavier Class 1972). While in Xavier School, Marc was very active with ERDA, Para Kay Kiko (PKK) and the YCLC.  He also has the distinction of creating the first web page of the PKK. By Frederick Tiu (XS '79), School Treasurer

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