UST is one of the leading private Catholic research universities in the Philippines. THE UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS IS THE OLDEST EXISTING UNIVERSITY in Asia.
In terms of student population, it is the largest Catholic university in the world in terms of student population located in a single campus. The institution was established through the initiative of Bishop Miguel de Benavides, O.P., the third Archbishop of Manila. On July 24, 1605, he bequeathed the amount of P1,500 and his personal library for the establishment of a “seminary-college” to prepare
young men for the priesthood. Those funds, and his personal library, became the nucleus for the start of UST and its library. The founding of the University of Santo Tomas followed on April 28, 1611. The original campus was located in Intramuros, the Walled City of Manila. UST was first called Colegio de Nuestra Señora del Santisimo Rosario, and later renamed Colegio de Santo Tomas, in memory of the foremost Dominican Theologian, St. Thomas Aquinas. On July 29, 1619 the Colegio was authorized to confer academic degrees in theology and philosophy. By November 20, 1645, Pope Innocent X elevated the college to a university. In 1680, it was subsequently placed under the royal patronage of the Spanish monarchy. In 1681, Pope Innocent XI declared it a Public University of General Studies allowing it to confer other degrees. In 1734 Pope Clement XII authorized the University to confer degrees in all existing faculties as well as all others that might be introduced in the future. The Pope also approved the curriculum in the entire field of jurisprudence. During the British invasion of Manila in 1762, the University raised four companies of students and professors numbering 400 men each. These saw action in battles against the British until 1764. The expulsion of the Society of Jesus from the Philippines in 1768 left the University of Santo Tomas as the only institution of higher learning in the islands. In 1785 in recognition of the role of the students and faculty in resisting the British, King Charles III conferred the title of “loyal” to the university and formally granted it the status of a royal university. On May 20, 1865, a royal order from Queen Isabella II gave the University the power to direct and supervise all the schools in the Philippines and the Rector of the University became the ex-officio head of the secondary and higher education in the Philippines. All diplomas issued by other schools were approved by the Rector of the University and examinations leading to the issuance of such diplomas were supervised by the Dominican professors of UST. On September 17, 1902, Pope Leo XIII made the University of Santo Tomas a “Pontifical University”, and by 1947, Pope Pius XII bestowed upon it the title of “The Catholic University of the Philippines”. The University of Santo Tomas is the second university in the world after the Gregorian University in Vatican to be granted the formal title of Pontifical University. The Gregorian University was allowed to assume this title in 1873. The continuing increase in enrolment prompted the administration, in 1927 to transfer the university campus from Intramuros to its present site in Sampaloc district, which covers a total of 21.5 hectares. The Intramuros campus continued to operate until its destruction during the Second World War. Since its establishment in 1611, the university academic life was disrupted only twice: once, from 1898 to 1899, during the second phase of the Philippine Revolution and the Filipino-American War, and for the second time, from 1942 to 1945, when the Japanese Occupation Forces during the Second World War converted the UST campus into an internment camp where around 2,500 allied civilians were detained. Buildings such as the Main Building, the Gymnasium and an annex building behind the Main Building called the Domestic Arts building were used as living quarters. The internees were liberated by U.S. forces on February 3, 1945. Throughout its over 400 years of existence, The University has become the alma mater of four Filipino heroes who shaped the nation’s destiny like Jose Rizal, Emilio Jacinto, Marcelo H. del Pilar, Apolinario Mabini; Philippine Presidents such as Manuel Luis Quezon, Sergio Osmeña, Jose P. Laurel and Diosdado Macapagal; various Chief Justices of the Supreme Court, senators, congressmen, scientist, architects, engineers and writers, all outstanding in their chosen professions. It was visited by two popes, Pope Paul VI and Pope John Paul II, and various heads of states and foreign dignitaries.
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06/07/2024
Congratulations, Ms. Jovelle Salamanca!
A graduate of the UST College of Education topped the Licensure Exams for Teachers yet again, this time for the June 2024 Special Exams.
We congratulate Ms. Jovelle D. Salamanca, a 2023 graduate of the Bachelor of Special Needs Program of the UST College of Education, for placing Top 1 (90.80%) in the June 2024 Special Professional Licensure Examination (SPLE) for Teachers - Elementary Level. The examination was held in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Al Ahmadi, Kuwait; Al-Khobar, Jeddah and Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Doha, Qatar; Manama, Bahrain; and Singapore on 18 June 2024, Tuesday. A total of 137 out of 274 (50%) examinees passed the elementary level of the June 2024 Special LEPT. The SPLE for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) is regularly conducted in accordance with PRC Resolution No. 1034 (s. 2017), Republic Act No. 8981, and Executive Order No. 835. We are truly proud of Ms. Salamanca!
04/07/2024
The pioneer of cultural heritage mapping, Dr. Eric B. Zerrudo, is the longtime former Director of the UST Graduate School - Center for the Conservation of Cultural Property and Environment in the Tropics. During his incumbency, he brought cultural heritage mapping to the various localities in the country, helping spur economic growth through valuing heritage.
Now, he is the Executive Director of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts. Watch this episode of Zoomed In as he talks about heritage, culture, and governance.
04/07/2024
The Director and Assistant Director of the Research Center for Social Sciences and Education (RCSSED) bagged international and national research prizes, respectively, for their doctoral projects in Australian universities.
The Human Resource Department invites applicants for various positions in the University. Join us!
03/07/2024
The University of Santo Tomas - Senior High School announces the call for applicants for various teaching positions, in time for the First Term of School Year 2024-2025, which begins in August.
03/07/2024
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03/07/2024
The UST College of Tourism and Hospitality Management through its Sentro Turismo continues the University's engagement with local governments, with the turnover of the Sustainable Strategic Tourism Development Plan for the City of Ormoc, Leyte on June 28.
The plan used the value- and rights-based developmental approach through cultural and heritage significance, current internal and external environments, the tourism and hospitality-related plans and implemented programs and projects, and the perspectives of different primary and secondary stakeholders.
Thank you to all responders and firefighters who lent a helping hand this morning!
01/07/2024
The Graduate School of Law is now accepting the SECOND TRANCHE of APPLICATIONS for our Master of Laws (LLM) and Doctor of Civil Law (DCL) programs. Don't miss this opportunity to advance your legal career with our esteemed faculty and comprehensive curriculum.
Apply now and take the next step in your legal education journey!
Today, we celebrate the milestone achievement of our country’s future doctors and medical practitioners as the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery holds its 2024 Solemn Investitures.
Congratulations to our future doctors, as well as their parents!
In our darkest hours, God encourages us to have faith and never give in to tribulations. We should not be afraid. Let us learn to trust and leave all our worries to Him.
Fr. Jerone R. Geronimo, O.P. reflects in this episode of Break Time.
28/06/2024
The Institute of Physical Education and Athletics (IPEA) will host the 7th International Organization Health, Sports, and Kinesiology (IOHSK) conference from July 15-19, 2024.
Today, we are celebrating the achievements of our Junior High School students in 2024 Moving up ceremonies. Continue to be committed to truth and remain to be enkindled by charity in the next chapter of your academic life.
Congratulations to our dear Junior High School students and to their parents!
UST Junior High School Completion Ceremonies 2024
Today, we are celebrating the achievements of our Junior High School students in 2024 Moving up ceremonies. Continue to be committed to truth and remain to b...
25/06/2024
Professor Donna May D.C. Papa, PhD of the Department of Biological Sciences was named the 2023 Rosalind Franklin Society Special Awardee for Science.
UST Department of English Chair Rachelle B. Lintao, PhD has been elected President of the Linguistic Society of the Philippines (LSP) (2024-2027). She is the fourth UST academic staff to lead the country's premier linguistics professional association, after Asst. Prof. Anna Maria Gloria S. Ward, Prof. Marilu R. Madrunio, PhD, and Prof. Alejandro S. Bernardo, PhD.
Congratulations to our Culinary Entrepreneurship students and academic staff for bagging awards in the Culinary Challenge 2024 in Seoul, South Korea after bringing Filipino cuisine on the global stage!
Senior students Franchezka de Roxas (Asian Noodles) and Angelo Gabrielle Lati (Modern Asian Main Course) bagged silver and bronze awards, respectively. Academic staff Chef Kristian Kristoffer Roque bagged the Diploma Award for the Main Course Meat/Poultry category.
Today, we witness our future Thomasian Occupational Therapists and Rehabilitation Scientists march on the stage as the College of Rehabilitation Sciences holds its 2024 Solemn Investitures.
Congratulations to all our dear students and their parents!
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We often feel anxious about everything because we desire control over our lives. However, it's important to remember that when things seem out of control, God ultimately controls everything.
Let's take a moment to listen to Rev. fr. Simon Peter Ramos, O.P., as he shares his reflection on this episode of Break Time.
15/06/2024
UST, employees’ union ink new collective bargaining agreement for increased salaries, benefits
Following negotiations between the Management and Union panels, a new round of across-the-board salary increases and new benefits will be enjoyed by our support staff. We are grateful to work with our Kawaning Tomasino in realizing the vision of the University.
Today, we celebrate the achievements of the Thomasians in our post-graduate programs as the Graduate School holds its 2024 Solemn Investitures.
We congratulate our graduates of post-graduate programs and their parents!
Watch the livestream exclusively at our YouTube channel:
UST Graduate School Solemn Investitures 2024
Today, we celebrate the achievements of the Thomasians in our post-graduate programs as the Graduate School holds its 2024 Solemn Investitures.We congratulat...
15/06/2024
UST College of Science Solemn Investitures 2024
The College of Science is holding its 2024 Solemn Investitures for our future Thomasian Scientists.
Congratulations, our dear Thomasian Scientists and to their parents!
UST College of Science Solemn Investitures 2024
The College of Science is holding its 2024 Solemn Investitures for our future Thomasian Scientists. Congratulations, our dear Thomasian Scientists and to the...
14/06/2024
It is now the turn of our future lawyers and jurists to march on the stage as the Faculty of Civil Law holds its 2024 Solemn Investitures.
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