DUMAGUETE CITY—Silliman University (SU) will launch Vital Signs: Philippine Short Stories on Healing on June 19 at the Romeo Ariniego Gallery. The event is held in partnership with the Department of English and Literature and the Edilberto and Edith Tiempo Creative Writing Center as part of SU’s 63rd National Writers Workshop.
The anthology features 13 short stories on illness, recovery, and resilience from Filipino perspectives, including voices of doctors, nurses, patients, caregivers, and faith healers. It aims to deepen understanding of the Filipino experience of health and healing.
Edited by poet and educator Dr. Marjorie Evasco and pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Ronnie E. Baticulon, the book is published by Milflores Publishing. The editors blend literary depth with medical insight to foster empathy and reflection.
The launch will feature readings by contributors and fellows of the Silliman Writers Workshop, including Leo Mamicpic, Susan Lara, Dr. Justine Yu, and Dr. Stephanie Miaco. Messages will also be given by the editors and SU officials.
The event is free and open to the public and will be held alongside an exhibition of artworks from the collection of the late Dr. Romeo Ariniego, housed in the gallery that bears his name.
