17/09/2026
In recognition of his outstanding achievements in sports and his notable contributions to the development of national pride, the Philippine Normal University (PNU) has formally conferred the first-ever Doctor of Physical Education and Sports, Honoris Causa, to Hon. Emmanuel “Manny” Pacquiao, the newly minted Secretary and Lead Convenor of the National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC) and boxing’s only eight-division world champion.
Considered a highly anticipated part of the 125th Anniversary celebration of the Opening of the Philippine Normal School (now PNU), the buzz surrounding the conferment rites brought together various stakeholders of the community, from members of the governing board to retired administrative employees. A localized drizzle prevented the ceremony from being held at the university’s quadrangle. However, it did not hinder the solemn conduct of the event yesterday, September 16, 2026, as it was moved to the equally historic Geronima T. Pecson Main Auditorium.
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘: https://www.pnu.edu.ph/filipino-boxing-icon-manny-pacquiao-formally-receives-first-ever-doctor-of-physical-education-and-sports-honoris-causa-from-pnu/
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