The Lathe
| File:The Lathe Logo.png | |
| Type | Student publication |
|---|---|
| Format | Broadsheet, Tabloid, Literary Folio, Journal |
| Owner(s) | Batangas State University |
| Publisher | Batangas State University |
| Language | English, Filipino |
| Headquarters | Batangas State University, Batangas City, Philippines |
| Website | thelathe |
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The Lathe (stylized as The LATHE) is the official student publication of Batangas State University Pablo Borbon campus in Batangas City, Philippines.[1] It serves as the primary source of news and information for the university's student body.[2] The publication releases newspapers, magazines, and literary folios throughout the academic year.[3]
History
The publication was named after the lathe, a machine tool used to shape metal or wood, which references the university's origins as a trade school and manual training institution.[4] The earliest known issue of The Lathe was released in 1966.[4]
Throughout its history, the publication has reported on significant campus and community events.[2] In February 2024, national media outlets such as The Philippine Star and The Manila Times cited reports from The Lathe regarding security incidents on campus.[2][5]
Publications
The organization produces five distinct editions annually, covering news, student opinion, and the arts:[4]
- The Lathe Newsletter – The primary news organ of the university.[5]
- Ang Lalik (The Lathe) – A tabloid published in the Filipino language.[6]
- Sensus Communis – A journal edition focusing on student opinion and essays.[7]
- The Lathe Literary Folio – A compilation of student poetry and fiction.[3]
- The Lathe Art Compilation – A collection of visual art and photography.[3]
Awards
The Lathe participates in regional and national campus journalism competitions.[3] It has been recognized by the Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA).[7]
- 2014: The Lathe Literary Folio: Confiteor received a Special Citation for Literary Publication at the 36th CMMA.[8]
- 2019: Sensus Communis: The Lathe Journal was awarded a Special Citation for Best Student Organ (College) at the 41st CMMA.[7]
See also
References
- ↑ "Student Affairs and Services". Batangas State University. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Relativo, James (2024-02-24). "Bomb threat forces Batangas State University to hold classes virtually". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 "BPC brings home Benilde's first ever CMMA". The Benildean. De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde. 2018-11-16. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Orioste, Richmond (2023-02-23). "History of The LATHE". The LATHE. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 de los Reyes, Nikki (2024-02-24). "Batangas State University holds virtual classes due to bomb threat". The Manila Times. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
- ↑ "About The LATHE Group of Publications". The Lathe Group of Publications. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 "'V' named best college student organ in 41st Catholic Mass Media Awards". The Varsitarian. University of Santo Tomas. 2019-11-14. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
- ↑ Batangas State University Annual Report 2014 (PDF) (Report). Batangas State University. 2014. p. 7. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
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