Abad landed in the #5 spot with a rating of 92.95%. The University passing rate is higher than the 39.27% national passing rate.

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The UST passing rate of 87.10% is higher than the national passing rate of 55.19%.

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Edison Ong claimed the 2nd rank with his 89.08% rating. Vergel Enriquez registered an 87.67% score to earn the 6th place. Lastly, in the 8th spot, Eryll Alea tallied an 87.08% rating.

UST was likewise named the second top-performing school after notching an 84.45% passing rate, producing 56 new Thomasian doctors. The national passing rate was 55.50%.

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The event aims to reorganize the society of the Ecclesiastical Archivists of the Philippines membership from different archdioceses and dioceses in the country; reinforce their involvement in the preservation of the Church records; explore their pivotal role as custodians; and develop their skills in managing the cultural heritage records.

Before registering, please note that the participants must have the following qualifications:

1. Participants must be directly involved in the safekeeping of the documents, archiving role in their respective Archdiocese/Diocese/Religious Congregations/Institutions.
2. Participants must have an appointment/endorsement from their Diocesan Administrators, Parish Priest, and Superiors.

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The National Summit of Church Archives and Heritage Workers is in partnership with the UST Graduate School – Center for Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics (CCCPET), Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines Episcopal Commission for the Cultural Heritage of the Church (CBCP-ECCHC), and Society of Ecclesiastical Archivists of the Philippines (SEAP).

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Ancheta, a researcher and advocate of zero waste gave engaging lectures to Taiwanese students on solid waste management in the ASEAN context using Philippine cities which have been the loci of her research projects in partnership with environmental NGOs such as the Mother Earth Foundation and the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA).

This partnership is in line with the current standing Memorandum of Agreement of international academic partnership between UST and NCCU. 

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Themed “Cultivating Global Citizenship within the Framework of Caring for Creation,” the hybrid event heard speakers from the Dominican University Ibadan, Nigeria; University of Fribourg, Switzerland; and University of Santo Tomas, Manila.

Prof. Joel C. Sagut, Ph.D., the Director of UST’s Center for Theology, Religious Studies, and Ethics, delivered a talk that focused on the “unique place of the human person in God’s creation.” In his presentation, Sagut states that man’s God-given “position of authority, royal mission, and priesthood entails a heavy responsibility of serving and working for those entrusted to (his) care.”

Prof. Rey Donne S. Papa, Ph.D. dealt with the topic of integral ecology citing research findings from the UST College of Science where he serves as Dean. “Man was given the faculties to care for creation,” Papa said, “and those faculties need harnessing for communities to live the Church’s call for integral ecology,” he added.

Prof. Dr. Helmut Zander from the University of Fribourg underscores the realities in finding a solution to the problems surrounding our environment. He concludes that the most we can do is to increase our perception of the ecological crisis we are facing. Zander cited realizing ways globalization affects countries like Nigeria, Switzerland, and the Philippines with unique beliefs, traditions, and socio-cultural contexts. Reducing such complexities is a clear goal, but reducing complexities necessitates acknowledgment and acceptance, he concluded.

Speaking on “Ecological Challenges: Intersectionality of Plastics and Climate Change,” Prof. Arlen Ancheta, Ph.D. of the UST Faculty of Arts and Letters and the Research Center for Social Science and Education showed ways by which plastic has compromised the natural environment and human health. Ancheta urges creative, critical, and holistic thinking so that communities can identify opportunities and develop strategies to address the abusive use of plastic as well as the impacts of climate change. 

Dominican Friar Hans Ulrich Steymans from the University of Fribourg presented the writings of Catholic eco-theologians advocating care for creation, including Sean McDonagh, SCC, and Dawn M. Nothwehr, OSF. Biblical studies on the environment were also cited like the works of Norman C. Habel and Niels Henrik Gregersen.

Dominican Friar Fr. Dokun Oyeshola from the University of Ibadan in his talk titled, “Effects of Corruption and Addressing Climate Change in Nigeria,” discussed the effects of corruption as it halts mitigation measures to address climate change. He also called upon the Church to work vigorously to impact on the morality of global politics. “The Church must work vigorously in upholding the planet’s heritage as a gift to all human beings,” he emphasized.

Prof. Ivo Wallimann-Heimer from the University of Fribourg finally discussed “Injustice in Renewable Energy Transmission” where he outlined the challenges posed by government-sponsored moves towards renewable energy generation and consumption. On community participation, the scholar favored substantial equality where individuals are given access to education, information, and a fair share of economic resources. On the decision-making end, however, Wallimann-Heimer suggested that all those affected by environmental risks must be involved in making meaningful decisions.

The Saliksikan and Archbishop Leonardo Legaspi, O.P. Lecture Series were jointly conceived as a platform for intellectual discussions on themes affecting the human person’s integral development.

This year’s event coincided with the “Symposium on Global Catholicism: Ecology and Climate Change” organized by CoMIF or the Collaboration of Manila, Ibadan, and Fribourg. 

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The event, which was held on the 13^th of December 2023, coincided with the Paskuhan Mass and Agape. IP representatives from Ayta (Zambales), Dumagat (Quezon), Kalanguya (Ifugao), and Mangyan (Mindoro) tribal communities shared their stories of struggles and triumphs and showcased their indigenous products at the UST Central Seminary Gymnasium. A poster exhibit was also prepared by Alyssa R. Contreras, Meryl Aila M. Ongsotto, Angela Marie G. Ubac, and Assoc. Prof. Mary Ann Venturina Bulanadi, Ph.D. of the College of Fine Arts and Design.

Most Rev. Valentin C. Dimoc, D.D., the Chair of CBCP-ECIP, highlighted in his opening remarks that “isang puso” means “walang iwanan para sa mga katutubo.” It is a strong call to humbly join in the preservation of human dignity, working collaboratively for the greater good of IPs, and conserving the environment through alternative means of sustainable development. As the IPs continue to safeguard their culture despite numerous plights they face, such as poverty, discrimination, lack of access to basic social needs, development aggression, and red-tagging, they need assertive assistance and protection of their communities and their rights. Furthermore, Rev. Fr. Earl Alan Cura, CICM, stated that it is essential for the younger generation to deepen their awareness and appreciation of who they are as it is rooted in the culture and identity of a person and member of society.

The event was capped off with a symbolic tribal dance to underscore solidarity. Lastly, Rev. Fr. Pablo T. Tiong, along with the officials of SIMBAHAYAN Asst. Prof. Froilan A. Alipao, MCD, , Asst. Prof. Christian Rey D. Rimando, MSPT (SIMBAHAYAN Assistant Director), and Junior Teacher Frederick F. Prevosa, MA (OVRRA Executive Assistant) distributed sixteen (16) Noche Buena packages to the IP groups present from the NINGNGING 2023, a UST Paskuhan gift-giving project.

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The project was geared towards the conceptualization of a 10-year Cultural Management and Development Plan for the City of Biñan in Laguna. Specifically, it analyzed the background of the study site based on geographic, historical, demographic, politico-administrative, and policy-based initiatives; evaluated the cultural heritage resources of the study site about resources, infrastructure, workforce, linkages, programs, and sustainability; assessed the issues, constraints, and opportunities of the study site based on its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats; and developed directional principle, programs, and projects for culture-based management and development of the study site.

The GS-CCCPET Director, Assoc. Prof. Eric B. Zerrudo, Ph.D. and Project Coordinator Ms. Beverly M. Bautista headed the UST Project Team. The research team from the UST Sentro Turismo was led by Asst. Prof. Jame Monren T. Mercado with team members Asst. Prof. Avi Ben P. Andalecio, Ms. Catherine C. Mondejar, Mr. Alec P. Bagcus, Ms. Andrea Nicole D. Hernandez, Ms. Jhoa Nna A. Quinsayas, and Mr. Sean Maynard M. Solis.

Representatives of the City Government were led by Hon. Atty. Walfredo “Arman” R. Dimaguila, Jr., together with the members of the Sanggunian Panglungsod and Dr. Bryan Jayson T. Borja, Department Head of the Biñan City Culture, History, Arts, and Tourism Office (BCHATO).

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UST-WiTBIRIn will provide research work stations and collaboration spaces for researchers in six interdisciplinary research areas, namely, (1) food security and safety, (2) health and wellbeing, (3) clean energy, (4) environmental sustainability, (5) information, communications, and emerging intelligent systems and technologies, and (6) advanced materials, engineering design, and product innovation.

Sta. Rosa City Mayor Arlene Arcillas and Vice Mayor Arnold Arcillas graced the blessing rites and groundbreaking ceremony, which included the burying of a time capsule containing a rosary, a Dominican Cross, that day’s newspapers, and the WiTBIRIn blueprint.

UST Vice Rector for Research and Innovation Rev. Fr. Jannel Abogado, O.P., DTPS, thanked Dr. William Belo for the donation that made establishing the WiTBIRIn possible, saying that “The knowledge pursuit motivated by charity contributes to the conservation of the world and the growth of the people in the community. This has been the motivation that governs the conduct of research in our University. [UST WiTBIRIn] will aid us in implementing our thrust to impact the lives of people more efficiently through our research and innovation goals.”

UST Rector Very Rev. Fr. Richard G. Ang, O.P., Ph.D., expects the rising WiTBIRIn “to be a beacon of change and development for the Calabarzon region. It is our way and manner of nurturing intellectual curiosity and fostering practical innovations. This will be a legacy that will transcend our generation because research outputs in this institute will create a ripple effect that will be felt for generations to come in the continuing evolution of science, technology, and other fields.”

“The trajectory of research is geared towards sustainability, accessibility, inclusion, and equitability. Together let us look forward to the future of boundless discoveries and collaborations to address local, regional, and global challenges, with the goal of uplifting the quality of human life,” said Fr. Ang.

Ar. Ana Mangalino-Ling, FUAP, co-founder of JSLA Architects who designed the WiTBIRIn, gave a description of the soon-to-rise structure. With a floor area of 8,311 square meters, the WiTBIRIn will have four floors containing 25 laboratories. Ar. Mangalino-Ling also shared a video presentation of the 3D renderings. Monolith Construction and Development Corporation will serve as the contractor.

Class of 1973 alumnus Dr. William Belo said he looks forward to returning soon to join UST in the inauguration of the interdisciplinary research institute, which he envisions “to provide a setting for professors and students to work in synergy together.”

Dr. Belo shared that he expects the WiTBIRIn to be a venue where “great minds and eager learners can get together to advance knowledge for dissemination and application, to contribute in the upliftment of life.”

UST Sta. Rosa is currently in the first phase of development, which is building the UST-Sta. Rosa Research Complex (UStaRRCo), intended to accommodate more faculty and student researchers as well as visiting scientists and research collaborators. The USTaRRCo will have three Research Institutes based on the current and developing research strengths of the University. The UST-William T. Belo Interdisciplinary Research Institute will be the first to rise, and soon to follow will be the Research Institute for Health and Biomedical Sciences, and the Research Institute for Data Science and Cybersystems, thus comprising the “UStaRRCo Trinity”.

The UST WiTBIRIn follows the UST-Dr. Tony Tan Caktiong Innovation Center, which was inaugurated in April 2023.

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Dezhou University

(From left:) UST Office of Public Affairs Acting Director Ms. Michaella Lagniton with academic staff from Dezhou University in China, including secretary Xu Wei, composer Xu Xueji, and vocal professor Wang Lou, accompanied by Ms. Lulu Moguel on January 18, 2024

Australian Catholic University (ACU)

Universitat de Barcelona

(From left:) Prof. Regalado Trota José, Universitat de Barcelona art historian Sr. José Alonso Simón, UST Museum Director Rev. Fr. Isidro Abaño, O.P., anthropologist Sr. Alberto López Bargado, and UST Museum Assistant Director Ar. John Carlo Sayco on January 22, 2024.

Instituto Cervantes de Manila

Guests from Instituto Cervantes de Manila, including its director Javier Galván Guijo (second from left), cultural affairs coordinator José Fons Guardiola (fourth from left), and Ph.D. Architect Álvaro Leonardo Pérez (rightmost) of the University of Alcalá (UAH) in Spain with the College of Architecture Secretary Ar. Vinson Serrano (fifth from left) and Office of Public Affairs Acting Director Ms. Michaella Lagniton (third from left) the University of Santo Tomas on January 25, 2024.

Duke University School of Nursing

(From left:) Asst. Prof. Ritzmond Loa, Ph.D., administrators from Duke University School of Nursing, USA, Prof. Eleanor Stevenson Ph.D. and Asst. Prof. Emily Funk, Ph.D., and UST Office of Public Affairs Acting Director Ms. Michaella Lagniton on January 29, 2024

University of South Australia

Eight students from the University of South Australia, accompanied by Assoc. Prof. Matthew James Sykes, Ph.D. (front row, second from left), with UST Office of Public Affairs Assistant Ms. Shenine Pascual (front row, sixth from left) and two students from the UST  Faculty of Pharmacy on January 29, 2024

Embassy of Indonesia in Manila

Guests from the Embassy of Indonesia in Manila, including Minister for Information of the Social and Cultural Affairs section Ms. Avi Dewani Sari Harahap (fourth from left) and Ms. Chot Reyes (second from left), with UST Department of Interdisciplinary Studies Chair Ms. Regina Agustin (center), UST Office of Public Affairs Acting Director Ms. Michaella Lagniton (rightmost) and Assistant to the Director for Publication Ms. Katherine Patrice Sibug on February 1, 2024.

Architectural Association School of Architecture

Mr. Ricardo Carvalho de Ostos, Mr. Nicolas Zembashi, and 12 students from the Architectural Association School of Architecture in London with College of Architecture Secretary Ar. Vinson Serrano (front row, fourth from left) and Office of Public Affairs Acting Director Ms. Michaella Lagniton (front row, rightmost) on February 3, 2024

Diocese of Alaminos

Guests from the Diocese of Alaminos, Pangasinan during their courtesy visit on the Bishop-Elect of Alaminos Most Rev. Napoleon B. Sipalay, Jr., O.P. (center), the Vice Rector of the UST Central Seminary, on February 5, 2024

Diocesan Seminary of the Heart of Jesus

Guests from the Diocesan Seminary of the Heart of Jesus in San Fernando, La Union, with their Thomasian Rector Rev. Fr. Kenneth Amate, and brothers from the UST Central Seminary led by Chancellor Br. John Sioson on February 6, 2024

Ambassador Elizabeth Buensuceso

UST Office of Public Affairs (OPA) Acting Director Ms. Michaella Lagniton, Foreign Affairs Adviser of the Department of Foreign Affairs Her Excellency Ambassador Elizabeth Buensuceso, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies Chair Ms. Regina Agustin, and OPA Asst. to the Director for Publication Ms. Katherine Patrice Sibug on February 15, 2024

University of Gyeongnam Geochang

(From left:) UST Graduate School Dean Prof. Michael Anthony Vasco, Ph.D., College of Education Dean Assoc. Prof. Pilar Romero, Ph.D., President of the University of Gyeongnam Geochang in South Korea Dr. Kim Jaegu, UST Office of International Relations and Programs Director Dean Emeritus Prof. Lilian J. Sison, Ph.D., and Associate Director Prof. Karen Santiago, Ph.D.

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