The Lathe

The LATHE
TypeStudent publication
FormatBroadsheet, Tabloid, Literary Folio, Journal
OwnerBatangas State University
PublisherBatangas State University
Founded1966 (60 years ago) (1966) (earliest known issue)
LanguageEnglish, Filipino
HeadquartersBatangas State University, Batangas City, Philippines
Websitethelathe.co

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

  1. ^ "Student Affairs and Services". Batangas State University. Retrieved 1 March 2025.
  2. ^ a b c Relativo, James (24 February 2024). "Bomb threat forces Batangas State University to hold classes virtually". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 1 March 2025.
  3. ^ a b c d "BPC brings home Benilde's first ever CMMA". The Benildean. De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde. 16 November 2018. Retrieved 1 March 2025.
  4. ^ a b c Orioste, Richmond (23 February 2023). "History of The LATHE". The LATHE. Retrieved 1 March 2025.
  5. ^ a b de los Reyes, Nikki (24 February 2024). "Batangas State University holds virtual classes due to bomb threat". The Manila Times. Retrieved 1 March 2025.
  6. ^ "About The LATHE Group of Publications". The Lathe Group of Publications. Retrieved 1 March 2025.
  7. ^ a b c "'V' named best college student organ in 41st Catholic Mass Media Awards". The Varsitarian. University of Santo Tomas. 14 November 2019. Retrieved 1 March 2025.
  8. ^ Batangas State University Annual Report 2014 (PDF) (Report). Batangas State University. 2014. p. 7. Retrieved 1 March 2025.
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