Sands and Coral, 1981-1982: 80th Anniversary Issue (Vol. 31)

Sands and Coral is the long-running annual student literary journal of Silliman University, situated in Dumaguete City, Philippines. The 1981–1982 edition (Volume 31) holds monumental historical and institutional value, serving as a special issue celebrating the 80th anniversary of the university's founding in 1901. Published during the complex late-Martial Law period in the Philippines, this volume carries an explicitly bold political undertone, highlighted by its poignant frontispiece dedication: "To the outcasts of The Republic this edition is dedicated." Under the leadership of editor Marie Marjorie E. Pernia, this issue acts as an archival anchor for a prolific period in Philippine arts, featuring contributions and structural guidance from the university's legendary literary triumvirate—Dr. Edith L. Tiempo, Dr. Edilberto K. Tiempo, and Rowena T. Torrevillas. It also documents the academic milestones of seminal workshop figures, such as Anthony Tan, who completed his doctorate in literature in 1982, and emerging writer-musician Ernesto Yee. This issue stands as a vital witness to the enduring bravery, institutional persistence, and stylistic evolution of post-war Philippine creative writing in English during an era of national sociopolitical transition.

The book is considered valuable. It is advised that researchers use digital copy rather than physical books for preservation purposes. Author/Creator: Marie Marjorie E. Pernia (Editor); Elson T. Elizaga and Lina S. Reyes (Associate Editors); Fanny Haydee B. Llego (Art Editor); Crejan S. Mosot (Business Manager). Published under the auspices of the Department of English and Literature with creative contributions from the students, alumni, and National Writers Summer Workshop fellows of Silliman University.