Perspective January 2026

The new year began with recruitment in full swing through Benilde Preview Unplugged, while the Lasallian Mission Week united the Community in reflection and celebration. Partnerships and exchanges opened new pathways for students, and creativity shone through milestone exhibits and showcases in design and fashion. Pride soared with awards and achievements, setting a strong tone for the year ahead.

Benilde Global Exchange Programs Bring International Students Closer to Filipino Life

Benilde’s new inbound students began their second term of Academic Year 2025-2026 with a whole‑day cultural and food tour on January 7.

Internships and Cultural Projects Advance Benilde With Nayong Pilipino Foundation Collaboration

The College signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Nayong Pilipino Foundation to expand their partnership in tourism and cultural education. The agreement was sealed on January 19, 2026 at Café Romançon, Hotel Benilde.

TopFlite Academy Partnership Strengthens Benildeans' Aviation Pathways in Tourism Education

The signing of a memorandum of understanding between Benilde and TopFlite Academy on January 23, 2026 at Subic Bay International Airport introduced new opportunities for students in the Tourism Management Program.

Production Design Program Marks 30 Years With "re/visions: building worlds"

Benilde’s Production Design Program (ABPRD) celebrated its 30th year with re/visions: building worlds, a showcase held from January 10 to 24, 2026 at Fundación Sansó in San Juan, Metro Manila.

Jury Members Revealed for Benilde Open Design + Art: Extension of Nature

The Benilde Open Design + Art 2025 has announced the members of its jury. The program invites bold ideas that explore sustainability, creativity, and technology under the theme Extension of Nature. The jury will select grantees who will receive production grants to bring their projects to life.

Sinulid 2026 Stages Online Exhibit for AB-FDM's 30th

Sinulid 2026 lives online. The graduating batch of Benilde’s Fashion Design and Merchandising (AB-FDM) students built a digital showcase for their thesis collections, marking the program’s 30th anniversary and the 10th year of Sinulid.

Highlights from Lasallian Mission Week 2026

Lasallian Mission Week 2026 brought the Benildean Community together in prayer, service and festivities. The week opened with a Mass Celebration that set the tone for the days ahead. Associates joined the BHP General Assembly where achievements were recognized and milestones were celebrated.

The 33rd Gawad Benildyano honored individuals who embody the Lasallian spirit of excellence and service. The Mission Week Bazaar, organized with the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde Alumni Association, raised donations for KAWA Pilipinas and gave the Community a chance to support a meaningful cause.

Creativity and camaraderie came alive during the Lasallian Superheroes Cosplay, reminding everyone that whatever our role or office mandate is, we all share in the Lasallian Mission. The Sallobration Potluck and the Birthday Bash Party added warmth and joy, giving the community moments to connect and celebrate together.

The online activity LaRCy Asks… You Answer! turned social media feeds into lively spaces for research and discovery. Benildeans joined a six-day scavenger hunt that tested their skills and brought the library’s hidden gems to light. Daily missions filled timelines with creative posts and proved that research can be trending content too.

Lasallian Mission Week 2026 showed how faith, service and fellowship continue to thrive in Benilde.

Championing Extraordinary: Awards and Achievements in January 2026

NCAA Games Updates

The Benilde Blazers men’s and women’s volleyball teams are serving up strong performances in the NCAA elimination round, keeping themselves firmly among the top contenders. Follow Benilde Sports on Facebook for the latest game updates and standings.

Admissions Updates

Admission for the 3rd Term of Academic Year 2025–2026 opened on January 16, 2025, with entrance examinations scheduled on February 28 and March 28.
Admission for the 1st Term of Academic Year 2026–2027 is extended, with the next exam dates set February 28, March 28, and April 18.

The Benilde Marketing Center will hold a series of Benilde Preview: Unplugged 2026 this February:

February 14, 2026 10:00am – School of New Media Arts
February 21, 2026 10:00am – School of Arts, Culture, and Performance

Want to refer a potential applicant? Kindly direct them to the Benilde Preview: Unplugged 2026 online registration form.

A Campus Tour is also scheduled on February 28, 2026. To join the campus tour, register through the Campus Tour’s online form.

In Case You Missed It

People Organization and Development Office (PODO)
- The application for the Advanced Study Grants for enrollments covered by the 3rd Term of Academic Year 2023-2024 is now open through an Online Form. Prepare and submit the necessary requirements.
- PODO announces a series of upcoming training programs scheduled from May to August 2024. These programs are designed to enhance professional skills and further your development within our esteemed Community. Kindly register here: PODO Upcoming Training Programs. We encourage you to secure your spot early.
- The results of the Annual Physical Examination (APE) conducted last March 2024 are now available for claiming.
- The Mid-Year Performance Evaluation Results for AS/SS for AY 2023 – 2024 are already accessible for viewing through this link https://apps1.benilde.edu.ph/ratings/.
- PODO shares the Maxicare’s affiliated clinics and hospitals as of May 2024. With the ongoing network curation process, the affiliation per provider may change without prior notice, thus, we highly recommend to still call the provider to check prior to any availment.
- Resumption of the use of office uniform starts on June 3, 2024.
Center for Social Action (CSA)
- We are looking for Associates to volunteer as an adviser for the Benilde’s Community Service Program, Term 3 (A.Y. 2023-2024) who share our passion for community service and are ready to make a tangible impact on our partner communities. Interested associates can register by clicking on the this link.
- Are you a Transferee Student who had completed their NSTP-1 and NSTP-2 in their previous school? Are you an International Student? If so, then you are REQUIRED to register for the Community Service Program (CSP) of the Center for Social Action. The Online Registration for the CSP will be from 29 April – 15 May 2024 only. Register by filling out the online form and sign in using your Benilde Mail to access the form.
Center for Student Life (CSL)
- Join our STAR Workshop as we journey through the different kingdoms, from the vibrant blooms of the Flower Queendom of art, to the rhythmic beats of the Vines Kingdom, to the enchanting moves of the Aquatic Queendom, to the dramatic performance of the Mushroom Kingdom, and the Calathea Quingdom for a new experience. Register now and be immersed in the nature of art! Registration Form for Benidean Students: STAR WORKSHOP 2024 Registration Form For Benildean Associates and Barangay Partners: STAR WORKSHOP 2024 – Associates and Brgy. Partners.
- Do you want your activity to be CSBGRAD accredited? Events scheduled on or before July 29, 2024 can be applied for CSBGRAD accreditation this term. Deadline of application is July 15.
- As part of our commitment to transparency and inclusivity, all the members of the Benildean community is invited to provide feedback and suggestions for the improvement of our governing document, the Benilde CSG Constitution. Send your comments, suggestions, and recommendations to csg@benilde.edu.ph.
- The Benilde Central Student Government and Social and Academic Guild for Architecture are excited to announce the upcoming Benilde League 2024! This year’s event will feature a mix of physical sports and esports competitions. Your valuable feedback through the survey form will help us tailor the event to suit your interests and preferences. Let’s come together and make this year’s league the best one yet! Access the survey form.
Center for Institutional Helpdesk (CIH)
- Starting this term, the CIH, in partnership with the Center of Educational Technology,announces that Chat with Beni is now on BigSky Benilde. You can find the Chat with Beni button when you log into your BigSky Homepage.

Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academics (OVCA)
- The OVCA announces the appointments of School Deans, School Director, School Associate Deans, and Program Chairpersons for the 3rd Term of Academic Year 2023-2024.
Center for Learning Resources (CLR)
- Due to its upcoming renovation, the CLR Audio Visual-Taft office will be relocated from the 2nd Floor to 3rd Floor of the Mutien-Marie Hall at Room M304. The local number 1483 will be temporarily unavailable. For AV inquiries or reservations, email us at clr@benilde.edu.ph or chat with us during our service hours, Monday to Saturday from 8am to 5pm.
Center for Restorative Discipline (CRD)
- Visit the respective CRD offices in the different campuses to claim your lost item/s from May 8-31, 2024 between 9am to 4pm only. Bring your proof of ownership for verification purposes. All unclaimed item/s after May 31 will be turned-over to the Center for Built Environment – Logistics and Inventory Management (Non-Cash) and the Finance Department (Cash) for College funds for proper disposal.
Office of the President (OP)
- The Benilde Open Design + Art is pleased to announce this year’s roster of grantees. These proposals were selected from over 300 submissions by an esteemed selection committee and are a testament to Filipino curiosity. Save the date for the exhibition which runs from May 23 to June 30, 2024, in synergy with De La Salle University and the Embassy of Switzerland. #BenildeLikeNoOther #BenildeOpen
- Congratulations to our Lady Blazers! Winning three consecutive championships is no easy feat and requires a tremendous amount of skill, dedication, and teamwork. What makes this three-peat sweeter is having a remarkable 40 to 0 win loss record at the NCAA. The Lady Blazers have shown time and time again that they have what it takes to consistently perform at a high level and come out on top. Their hard work and perseverance have truly paid off, and they deserve all the recognition and congratulations for this incredible achievement. Hats off to our Lady Blazers and to Coach Jerry Yee. We also wish to congratulate Cloanne Mondoñedo for having been named as NCAA Season 99 Women’s Volleyball Best Setter and Season MVP.
- Join the “Creatives & Science Innovation in Technology Business Incubators” with Dr. EJ Sajo of UP SILBI DOST-TBI on Thursday, May 30 at 10 – 11am, live on Zoom and Facebook.
Office of the Institutional Effectiveness and Research (OIER)
- Your feedback is highly important in improving our campus cafeterias and stores, guiding us to refine our dining and take-out services across all four campuses. You may scan the QR Code available on each cafeteria table to share your feedback directly, whether you are dining in or grabbing a take-out or at your convenience – anytime, anywhere, and on any day, fill out the google form.
Benilde Well-Being Center (BWC)
- Everyone is invited to attend a parenting event entitled “ACHIEVING FAMILY DIGITAL AWARENESS AND WELLNESS” on June 8, 2024, Saturday, from 9am to 11:30am which will be held at the Ideation Hall, the Atrium@Benilde Campus and via Zoom. This will be facilitated by Mr. Ricson Singson Que. He is a Digital Transformation Consultant/Information Security Consultant, Data Protection Officer/Information Security Officer and Chief Information Officer/Chief Digital Officer.
SHRIM – Chef’s Station (SHRIM-CF)
- We are resuming our operations on May 20, Monday, with the new batch of PRACTI students for this term.
School of Environment and Design (SED)
- The School of Environment and Design and HIFI invites all to attend the Joint Design Talk on Co-Designing Sustainability presented in collaboration with The Taiwan Design Research Institute on June 3 (Monday) 1 – 5pm at the 5/F Theater, Benilde Design+Arts Campus.

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