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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 25, 2009 22:59:56 GMT 9
Post results here...
Passing rate of UST for the period of 2002 to 2006…
313 examinees, 238 passers… 76.04%... 3rd in national…
Source: A Study of Philippine Schools’ Performance in the National Licensure Examinations By Dennard D. Dacumos
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 25, 2009 22:57:39 GMT 9
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Passing rate of UST for the period of 2002 to 2006…
1,080 examinees, 811 passers… 75.09%... 6th in national…
Source: A Study of Philippine Schools’ Performance in the National Licensure Examinations By Dennard D. Dacumos
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 25, 2009 22:44:02 GMT 9
The UST Concert Gala '09 is being shown on NBN 4... I think it's better if they've shown it on the 24th... before noche buena... anyway... here's another article about the Paskuhan... FreehandBy: Mario E. Bautista FESTIVE CELEBRATIONMIRIAM Quiambao and Kim Atienza hosted the grand kick-off last week of the UST Quadricentennial countdown, with JC Cuadrado as segment host. The theme of the grand event was “400 Years Celebration of Unending Grace”. During the festive countdown, the Quadricentennial Prayer, the Quadricentennial Song, the Quadricentennial Flag and the Quadricentennial countdown clock were launched. It was a festive atmosphere inside UST with the parade of 400 people composed of theater groups, high school students, dance troupes, UST Marching Band and students of different colleges. Some 400 students lighted candles symbolizing the spark and the light of Christmas and Christianity. 40,000 people are expected to fill in the UST quadrangle. Rev. Fr. Isidro “Didoy” Abaño, OP is the Executive Director for the Quadricentennial Activities and Highlights. UST is a Pontifical and Royal University as it is recognized by Rome. It is run by the Order of Preachers and founded on April 28, 1611 by Archbishop Miguel de Benavides. UST also houses in its archives Copernicus’ books, one of the only four in existence in the world. The first printed book Doctrina Cristiana that is now in the US Library of Congress will be part of the exhibit of the UST in 2011. Jose Rizal’s report card while still a student at the university will also be viewed for the first time in 2011. Some of the biggest names in the entertainment also came from UST like Piolo Pascual, Sarah Geronimo, Charlene Gonzales, Miriam Quiambao, Precious Lara Quigaman, Aiza Seguerra, Albert Martinez, Ali Sotto, Alma Concepcion, Archie Alemania, Dominic Ochoa, Eula Valdez, Maricar Reyes, Iza Calzado, Jaime Rivera, Jao Mapa, Kim Atienza, Nonoy Zuniga, Isay Alvarez, Robert Sena, Jojo Alejar, Rachelle Lobangco, among others. The UST Quadricentennial event is organized by Five2Seven Entertainment Production headed by Candy Pangilinan and GB Sampedro who is the overall director of the show while Candy is the Creative Director. JournalMore Paskuhan photos…a firework display capped the 2009 Paskuhan celebration which also started the countdown to the 400 years of UST.an estimated 50,000 students, alumni and outsiders gathered at the UST football field.photos culled from slingshots+meo remalante's photostream photos by aja lorenzoHas tenebrae cingunt mentis caligine terras. Hoc Sanci Thomae Universitates Opus: Lumina Pandit ( Darkness covers this land in a mental mist. This is the task of the University of Santo Tomas: to spread the light.Originally posted by Galileo in PEx…
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 23, 2009 2:17:07 GMT 9
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Passing rate of UST for the period of 2002 to 2006…
2,107 examinees, 1,829 passers… 86.81%... 3rd in national…
Source: A Study of Philippine Schools’ Performance in the National Licensure Examinations By Dennard D. Dacumos
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 23, 2009 2:12:32 GMT 9
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Passing rate of the Faculty of Civil Law for the period of 10 years...
UST placed 7th with 67.64 percent...
Source: CHEd
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 23, 2009 2:05:38 GMT 9
Hopefully this time around mas maganda ang ipakita ng select few... kahit 3 golds lang at maraming silvers at bronzes ayos na...
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 23, 2009 1:53:58 GMT 9
AKO'Y ISANG TOMASINOby Gerardo M. de Leon Vocal: Sam Velarde Piano: Darryl PaloayVerse 1Nalagpasan mo ang mga pagsubok Di mabilang na mga bagyo Kahit ilang baha man ang danasin Kasaysayan mo'y hindi kayang anurin Verse 2Ang 'yong sahig, dingding, mga pintuan Saksi sa yong dakilang nakaraan Tinamnan ng tama puso't isipan Mga bayaning sa silong mo ay nanahan ChorusNag-iisa ka lang Pinagpalang Pamantasan Apat na siglo nang nagtuturo sa kabataan Pagmamahal sa Diyos, Karunungang may dangal Ako'y nagagalak matawag na Isang Tomasino!Verse 3Ang ngalan mo'y hindi nadudungisan Ilan mang siglo pa ang magdaan Dahil ika'y Kanyang iniingatan Tunay kang binasbasang paaralan ChorusNag-iisa ka lang Pinagpalang Pamantasan Apat na siglo nang nagtuturo sa kabataan Pagmamahal sa Diyos, Karunungang may dangal Ako'y nagagalak matawag na Isang Tomasino!CodaNagsisilbi sa kapwa Naglilingkod sa bayan Nagmamahal sa Diyos May karunungan, may dangal Ako'y nagagalak Ako'y isang Tomasino! Download Quadricentennial Song (Ako'y Isang Tomasino):MP3 (2.83 MB) | WMA (2.85 MB) Download UST Hymn: MP3 Courtesy of contabilidad
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 23, 2009 1:48:20 GMT 9
Central Student Council's FloatFr. Dela Rosa's MessageTorch BearersMiriam QuiambaoRock Performance from SeminariansKim AtienzaNey of 6 Cycle MindQuadricentennial Song PerformanceRaymund Marasigan of SandwichQuadricentennial Clock - Swatch Beatman Clock
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 23, 2009 1:43:58 GMT 9
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 23, 2009 1:41:46 GMT 9
Paskuhan fireworksphotos by alfiephoto by abigelayPaskuhan photos from the Varsitarian
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 20, 2009 3:11:26 GMT 9
Paskuhan draws crowd of 50,000THE COUNTDOWN to UST’s 400th year officially begun December 18, with the annual Paskuhan program launching four "quadricentennial symbols" before a record crowd of Thomasians and outsiders that flocked to the Pontifical and the Royal University’s “most memorable” Christmas celebration. With the theme “4 horas, 4 dias, 400 days, 400 taon,” which represented the three cultures — Spanish, American, and Filipino — that defined UST's history, the four-hour Paskuhan started with a parade of costumes from the Spanish colonial era to the 21st century. The recitation of the quadricentennial prayer by Fr. Pompeyo de Mesa, O.P. over a candle-lighting ceremony followed, along with the lighting of the 80-foot Christmas tree and the UST grounds. The raising of the quadricentennial flag embroidered with “2011,” and featuring the sun and the colors “yellow” and “blue” taken from the UST logo, coincided with an exhibition at the Main Building, drum rolls from the Yellow Jackets, and a dance number from the Salinggawi Dance Troupe. Rector Fr. Rolando de la Rosa, O.P. gave a message to the more than 50,000 people gathered at the UST open field. “Tonight, we are not just Thomasians. We are the University of Santo Tomas,” the Rector said. A star-studded program followed, with beauty queen and UST alumna Miriam Quiambao as host and actor JC Cuadrado in-charge of the annual Paskuhan raffle, which gave away prizes such as net books and gift certificates worth P5,000. Quiambao was later joined by Matanglawin host and USTv award winner Kim Atienza, a College of Education alumnus. Thomasian entertainers graced the show -- singer Jamie Rivera (College of Commerce), comedienne Beverly Salvejo (Science), former Pinoy Dream Academy "scholar" RJ Jimenez (Engineering), internationally acclaimed singers Isay Alvarez (Arts and Letters) and Robert Seña (Fine Arts), actor Polo Ravales (Education), and dancer Archie Alemania (Arts and Letters). Bands Sandwich and 6CycleMind, both managed by a Thomasian, also performed. Before the clock ticked 12 midnight, the quadricentennial song “Ako’y Isang Tomasino” by Gerardo de Leon and arranged by award-winning composer and UST alumnus Jimmy Antiporda (both from Engineering), was sung by Thomasian singers Apple Chiu and Aicelle Santos, with Rhap Salazar and the UST Singers. The UST Symphony Orchestra provided music throughout the program. The countdown began with the unveiling of the quadricentennial countdown clock by Swatch, a Swiss watch company, and designed by former Varsitarian art director Jonathan Gamalinda, followed by a fireworks display. During the program, messages of congratulations from local celebrities were also shown. The Central Student Council moved around with stamps and stamp pads, marking every Thomasian with the message “countdown, count me in.” “This year’s Paskuhan is more lively and the most colorful, not to mention, the most memorable,” said Reina Serador of the public affairs office, an Artlets alumna. The Paskuhan festivities started last December 15 with the Paskuhan Mass and salu-salo. It also marked the first simbang gabi mass, celebrated by the Rector. The Mass also featured the traditional Panunuluyan, a re-enactment of the quest of Joseph and Mary to find an inn where Mary could give birth to the Messiah. “The greatest miracle is the coming of Jesus Christ as a human,” said De la Rosa in his homily. Jennifer Ann G. AmbantaVarsitarian
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 20, 2009 2:55:13 GMT 9
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Passing rate of UST for the period of 2002 to 2006…
77 examinees, 66 passers… 85.71%... 2nd in national…
Source: A Study of Philippine Schools’ Performance in the National Licensure Examinations By Dennard D. Dacumos
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 20, 2009 2:52:53 GMT 9
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Passing rate of UST for the period of 2002 to 2006…
259 examinees, 154 passers… 59.46%... 9th in national…
Source: A Study of Philippine Schools’ Performance in the National Licensure Examinations By Dennard D. Dacumos
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 20, 2009 2:45:47 GMT 9
actually it's 38 golds... RP clinches 5th place finish in SEA Games By REY BANCOD December 19, 2009, 3:24pmVIENTIANE, Laos – Tennis player Cecil Mamiit captured his third straight men’s singles title Friday to cap the Philippines’ fifth place finish in the 25th Southeast Asian Games. Mamiit, the 33-year-old veteran, outlasted compatriot Treat Huey, 4-6, 6-2, 6-3, to nail the country’s second gold in tennis and 38th overall. Huey, who teamed with Mamiit to top the men’s team event, settled for the silver as the Filipinos wound up their tennis campaign with two golds, three silvers, and five bronzes. Despite the squabbles at home and the scrapping of events where it is considered strong, the Philippines managed to improve on its sixth place finish two years ago. Making their move in the last five days, the Filipinos totalled 38 golds, 35 silvers, and 51 bronzes to exceed bleak expectations at home. The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) and the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) failed to iron out their differences over the size and composition of the delegation with the PSC sticking to the rigid guidelines that were previously agreed upon with chief of mission Mario Tanchangco. The POC funded the 98 additional athletes who took one of two chartered planes that ferried the delegation to the Laotian capital. PSC chairman Harry Angping and his commissioners stayed at home after not receiving accreditation from the POC. The division, however, did not affect the morale of the athletes who nearly pulled off a top three finish for the Philippines. The Filipinos ended up just two golds behind fourth-running Malaysia which won the biggest prize of the Games in men’s football. Thailand, powered by 24 golds in athletics and shooting, staved off Vietnam for the overall title with 86 golds. Vietnam, drawing strength from shooting, fin swimming and martial arts disciplines, collared 83 gold medals. Indonesia took third spot with 43 golds. Rounding out the standings: Singapore sixth, 33 (30 silvers); Laos seventh, 33 (25 silvers); Myanmar eighth, 10; Cambodia ninth, 3; Brunei 10th, 1; and Timor Leste 11th with only three bronzes. Sepak takraw produced the final bronze medal for the Philippines through the team of Metodio Suico Jr., Aleta Junmar and Mark Jean Saavedra who lost to Vietnam in the semifinals. Nathaniel “Tac” Padilla, the rapid fire pistol gold medalist, finished 10th in center fire and fourth in the team event with Ronald Hejastro and Robert Donalvo. Athletics was the biggest contributor with seven golds, three silvers and four bronzes, an improvement from the 5-7-9 medal tally in 2007. Boxing bounced back from a dismal one-gold showing the last time around by collecting five golds, one silver and three bronzes. Taekwondo also improved from one gold to four golds and added four silvers and four bronzes. Swimming’s performance dipped from eight to four golds this week. The swimmers also bagged six silvers and a bronze. Wrestling was a big surprise with three golds, two silvers and three bronzes. Despite a double blackeye in the men’s 9-ball pool events, billiards collected three golds, one silver and two bronzes. Rubilen Amit swept the 9-ball and 8-ball singles events while Ronnie Alcano defended his men’s 8-ball title. Wushu, Judo, golf and tennis added two golds apiece while muay, karate, archery and shooting accounted for one gold each. The Filipinos failed to win a gold in diving, weightlifting, pencak silat, water polo, sepak takraw, table tennis and petanque and were totally blanked in badminton. Manila Bulletin
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 19, 2009 2:15:23 GMT 9
Philippines placed 5th overall... behind Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia...
breakdown of gold according to NSA...
Archery 1 Athletics 7 Swimming 4 Diving 0 Badminton 0 Billiards 3 Boxing 5 Cycling 0 Football 0 Golf 2 Judo 2 Karate 1 Muay 1 Pencak 0 Petanque 0 Shooting 1 Sepak 0 TaeKwonDo 4 Tennis 2 Table Tennis 0 Weightlifting 0 Wrestling 3 Wushu 2
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 19, 2009 2:03:02 GMT 9
Originally posted by galileo_ in PinoyExchange King and Queen of Spain to grace UST Christmas Concert gala next yearBy Maurice ArcachePhilippine Daily Inquirer DateFirst Posted 22:05:00 12/18/2009 CHRISTMAS IS JUST A SKIP AND A hop away when I got my invitation to a big glitzy event—the UST Christmas Concert Gala, dahlings. The organizers were led by the publisher of the trendy Rouge Magazine, woman of substance and stature Maricris Zobel, and so-likeable Fr. Isidro Abaño, OP. The event kicked off the Christmas season in Cosmo Manille. And before you could even bat an eyelash, all roads led to the University of Santo Tomas, which is the Philippines and Asia’s oldest university at nearly 400 years old. The hard-working and dedicated co-chairs and executive committee members, which included interesting, in-demand interior designer Jonathan Matti and renowned brilliant banker Andrew Gan, welcomed the chic invitees of the alta sociedad, heavyweight businessmen and loads of CEOs of different conglomerates, palanggas. Things got on a roll with the lighting of the UST Christmas tree and campus led by mega sponsors Vicki Belo and Cristalle Henares of Belo Medical Group, and Andrew Budiman, the handsome, boyish, cyber-smart GM of Singapore Airlines, along with Mayor Alfredo Lim and Fr. Didoy Abaño, no less. It was an awesome magical sight. Next was at the UST Chapel (Santissimo Rosario Parish Church) for the grand Christmas concert. Tons of our town’s namedroppables braved the horrendous traffic to make it in time for this magnificent concert, headed by sponsor, business magnate and international polo player Iñigo Zobel, dahlings. The nice thing about this concert is that all the performers are students, faculty and alumni of UST. Wow! Superb performances include Abdul Candao and Andrew Fernando, UST alumni who have become stars in the opera scene overseas, and the incredibly divine diva Rachelle Gerodias. And all the other soloists, UST Singers, UST Orchestra and the angelic voices of the Tiples de Santo Domingo (the boys’ choir of Santo Domingo Church) were just a knockout. At the end of the mind-boggling event, everyone applauded and shouted “Bravo! Bravo!” Then the invitees were asked to sing along to “Silent Night” and “Ang Pasko ay Sumapit”—songs personally chosen by UST’s Rector Magnificus, Fr. Rolando de la Rosa, OP, along with Dean Raul Sunico and Father Didoy. The wonderful part is the proceeds go to scholarships of the Conservatory of Music. Such fantastic talents that all of us Filipinos should be proud of. (Tonight, during UST’s traditional Paskuhan at the magnificent UST Plaza Mayor, Father De la Rosa will officially start the countdown to the UST Quadricentennial in 2011. UST alumni Miriam Quiambao and Kim Atienza will emcee the concert, which will be capped off by a grand fireworks display. Be there!) CocktailsAfter the concert, we were ushered to the UST Museum for the cocktail reception, since 2/3 of the funds raised by the gala go to the heritage-conservation efforts of the university. Maricris Zobel and Father Didoy felt it was important that guests see where their money is going. The university does not normally open its doors to public functions so thank goodness they were able to persuade Father De la Rosa to agree. A rare treat indeed for us, palanggas. The museum and main building were gorgeously eye-catching, and lit by committee member Jonathan Matti together with Robert Blancaflor who really outdid themselves. The food was from the popular La Tasca with champagne flowing endlessly. It was such a thrill that the committee put up some of the paintings which have been restored since the last gala due to the committee’s efforts. In particular, I thought the “Portrait of a Balinese Girl” by Locatelli was truly a masterpiece. The organizers told me “guests were even more generous this year so they hope they can do even more next year,” dahlings. Major corporate sponsors like San Miguel Corp., Belo Essentials, E. Zobel Inc., Singapore Airlines, Security Bank, Ayala Corp., Kenny Rogers, Seattle’s Best, Jag Jeans, Globe Asiatique, LGT Bank in Liechtenstein, Goldilocks, Afficionado, Century Pacific Group, Kenneth and Mock, Globe Telecommunications, Asia Brewery, Metrobank, Emphasis, Oishi, Divina & Uy Law Offices, Larry’s Curtains and the many, many individual sponsors really deserve to take a bow for supporting this super-worthy enterprise. Dancing followed at the lobby of the main building with music provided by MOBB. A totally awesome evening and congratulations should go to the Christmas Concert Gala 2009 board and the hardworking Christmas Gala and Quadricentennial team of UST: vivacious Giovanna Fontanilla, Greg Jarencio, Michaela Lagniton and Jonathan Gamalinda. Well, as we all know, UST is a Pontifical and Royal University and a little birdie whispered to me that next year, the organizers have already invited the king and queen of Spain, no less. Inquirer
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 19, 2009 1:48:16 GMT 9
ang ipapalit sa old gymnasium... ang laki ng pinagkaiba sa dating plano...
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 19, 2009 1:46:38 GMT 9
Post results here...
Passing rate of UST for the period of 2002 to 2006…
300 examinees, 283 passers… 94.33%... 1st in national…
Source: A Study of Philippine Schools’ Performance in the National Licensure Examinations By Dennard D. Dacumos
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 19, 2009 1:44:09 GMT 9
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Passing rate of UST for the period of 2002 to 2006…
120 examinees, 111 passers… 92.5%... 1st in national…
Source: A Study of Philippine Schools’ Performance in the National Licensure Examinations By Dennard D. Dacumos
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 19, 2009 1:28:32 GMT 9
At Large 400 days to 400 years By Rina Jimenez-David Philippine Daily Inquirer First Posted 22:03:00 12/17/2009
GIVE or take a few days, today marks the start of the countdown—“400 days to 400 years”—before the University of Santo Tomas celebrates its Quadricentennial, its 400th anniversary, in 2011.
Founded in 1611, UST is Asia’s oldest university and, in terms of student population in one campus, the largest Catholic university in the world. UST’s 400th year is thus not just a celebration for the Dominican Order which has administered the university from the start, or for its faculty, students and alumni, but for the entire country. The University of Sto. Tomas, asserts Rector Fr. Rolando dela Rosa, O.P., “is a heritage of all Filipinos.”
The celebrations, starting from today to Jan. 28, 2011, will be centered on the UST campus, a 21.5-hectare property in the Sampaloc district, with the main entrance along España Avenue and bounded by streets named after Dominican friars, prominent Spaniards and characters out of “Don Quixote.” Most Filipinos, even those who have never set foot on the UST campus, recognize by sight the university’s iconic structures: the Arch of the Centuries, which greets everyone entering through the España gates and which was the original entryway when the university was still in Intramuros; the statue of Bishop Miguel de Benavides, O.P., the third archbishop of Manila who founded UST through a modest personal bequest creating a “seminary college” to prepare young men for the priesthood; and the Main Building.
The last is an imposing stone structure that holds the distinction of being the first earthquake-resistant building in the Philippines (with a “floating” foundation that allows it to dissipate the energy created by a tremor). During World War II, the building was converted by Japanese forces into an internment camp for allied prisoners, one of only two instances in its 400-year history when classes were disrupted for a significant length of time.
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TO MARK its 400th anniversary, UST is embarking on a long list of activities both here and abroad. To Father Dela Rosa, the “centerpiece project” is called “Simbayan 400,” which stands for “Tomasino para sa Simbahan at Bayan (Thomasians for Church and Country).”
Starting in January next year, “Simbayan 400” consolidates Thomasian efforts to develop communities in some 400 Gawad Kalinga villages funded or built by UST students, faculty or alumni. “It will be development in a holistic manner,” says Father Dela Rosa, and will involve Thomasians in four main areas: site planning and development; livelihood generation; education for peace and values formation; and health. Faculty, students and alumni of different faculties and colleges of UST will be tapped to lend their expertise and experience, from engineering to commerce; education, arts and letters and fine arts; and nursing, medicine, pharmacy and sciences.
Another major project is an exhibit called “Lumina Pandit,” meaning, spreading the light. Organized by the UST Miguel de Benavides Library, the exhibit will showcase the precious and significant collection of books, documents and other historical treasures the university library has accumulated through four centuries.
Fr. Angel Aparicio, O.P., prefect for libraries, is most excited about displaying one of only three remaining original copies of “Doctrina Christiana,” the first book printed in the Philippines, a rare copy of a book by Copernicus, and other rare documents. Among the last are the academic records of the fathers of our nation (since UST served as the country’s “department of education” until the inauguration of the first republic), four presidents, six Supreme Court justices and many other outstanding alumni of UST.
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A WHOLE slew of other activities will punctuate both the year-long run-up to the 2011 launching rites as well as the year-long celebration.
Among these are projects “for the books,” the Guinness Book of World Records, to be exact. These include the planned “world’s longest living Rosary” in February next year, which will involve some 42,000 students reciting the Holy Rosary together as they assemble in the UST campus and surrounding streets. They also hope to assemble the world’s biggest choral performance, with some 40,000 voices performing the “Ode to Joy” at the Quadricentennial Closing rites.
Also in the works: the unveiling of a “Tetra-global” monument, representing the universal reach of the Thomasian community with figures representing the various stakeholders: a Dominican priest, a professor, and one male and one female student (modeled by two alumni in show business—Piolo Pascual and Charlene Gonzales-Muhlach). There will also be a “grand celebratory parade” from the Luneta to UST, a replication of the 1911 celebration. Then, at the instance of fine arts graduates, there will be a “Grand Thomasian Fashion Fair,” as well as a Search and Selection for “Mr. and Ms. Quadricentennial.” The Conservatory of Music, with some alumni, will also stage several operas at the CCP, while an operetta on the life of Benavides is being written. The Class of 2011 will be immortalized, too, their names included in a time capsule to be buried beneath a marker at the entrance.
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THE BIGGEST news, of course, is the hoped-for visit of Pope Benedict XVI in time for the launching of the Quadricentennial Year. The university has already written the Vatican about this, but so far there have been no firm confirmations.
And since UST is a “Royal and Pontifical” university, King Juan Carlos of Spain has likewise been invited, and prospects for his visit look good. In all, it will be a most exciting 400 days until the UST family—including this alumna— celebrate a milestone not just for the institution along España, but for the country as well.
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 18, 2009 2:56:02 GMT 9
An unending grace: UST's countdown to 400 years setBy JECELYN V. MACAHINDOG December 16, 2009, 12:39pmThe University of Santo Tomas (UST), the oldest university in Asia, is gearing for its 400th year in 2011. At the recent press conference held recently at the Rector’s Hall of UST’s Main Building, Rev. Fr. Rolando V. Dela Rosa, O.P., Rector; announced the line up of activities they have in preparing for their Quadricentennial Celebration. Together with Rev. Fr. Pablo Tiong, O.P., Vice Rector; and Rev. Fr. Isidro Abaño, O.P., Executive Director for the Quadricentennial (Q) Celebration; they promised a different kind of festivity that will be participated in by Thomasians and non-Thomasians alike. On Dec. 18, UST will commence its countdown to 400 days to its 400 years. During its annual Christmas program called “Paskuhan,” UST will mark a significant date in its history. The countdown will be witnessed by the Thomasian community, alumni, as well as friends and patrons outside the university. The Quadricentennial Countdown Clock, which is a Swatch Beatman, will be launched, and it will count daily the days to Jan. 28, 2011. Also on Dec. 18, UST will launch its Q prayer and the Q flag will be hoisted. The Q Song Writing Contest grand finals was held last Dec. 10, of which the winning piece will be used as the Quadricentennial Hymn for the Q Celebration. Being the oldest university in Asia and the largest Catholic university in the world, the countdown also meant a continued witnessing that UST has provided quality Catholic education and has continued service to the Filipino nation and the Church, indeed, God’s unending grace. The Q Celebration has its theme “Simbayan 400: Tomasino para sa Simbahan at Bayan” which according to Rev. Fr. Dela Rosa, has partnered with Gawad Kalinga. At the press conference, Rev. Fr. Dela Rosa proudly said that US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, in her recent visit, spoke of UST as “a treasure.” He added that “UST is not just a legacy but a heritage of the Filipino people.” UST was founded in 1611 by Dominican friar Miguel de Benavides, who incidentally, was the (third) archbishop of Manila at that time. Its population has grown to more than 40,000 students, its reputation has reached global proportions, and its distinguished roster of alumni includes four Philippine presidents, six justices of the Supreme Court, heroes, national artists, saints and professionals in various fields of expertise. In the business, among proud Thomasians are the owners of Jollibee, Century Tuna, Mercury Drug, and others. Award-winning director Brilliante Mendoza, and Joel Cruz of Aficionado Perfumes are also on the list. UST, among other heritage sites, has its many firsts: Its Main Building is the first earthquake-proof building in the country; the first Olympic size swimming pool in the country; first museum, first library among others. In fact, the declaration of the UST Main Building as a National Heritage Landmark will be on Jan. 25, 2010; also coinciding with the unveiling of the restored 1911 Commemorative Paintings of the university. On June 17 to Jan. 30, 2011 is the opening of their exhibit called “Lumina Pandit: An Exhibition of Historical Collections,” which means for 400 years, the university is spreading the light. The exhibit will feature the book of Copernicus, Doktrina Kristiyana (established in 1500s and now at the Vatican Museum, but they will lend it in time for the exhibit), grades of our heroes (like our National Hero Jose Rizal), and others. Operas at the CCP featuring Cavalleria Rusticana and Gianni Schicchi is scheduled on Jan. 21 and 22, 2011; followed by the Quadricentennial Thomasian Personality on the 25th. The grand celebration of the Q Celebration will take place on Jan. 27 via a parade from Luneta to UST. On the 28th, UST has invited the Pope Benedict XVI to join their concelebrated mass. For the whole Quadricentennial year (2011-2012), UST has prepared many activities that will end on Jan. 27, 2012, as the Closing Ceremony of Q Celebration will take place. For more information on the upcoming activities for the Q Celebration and how to be part of it, visit www.ust.edu.ph. Manila Bulletin
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 18, 2009 2:38:22 GMT 9
mukhang sa Las Vegas na ang venue... kung ako kay pacman di ako pumayag ng March ang fight date... masyado siyng nabugbog kay Cotto... pero siya naman itong masasaktan naman, eh... belated happy b-day nga pala sa kanya kahapon... guys support natin siya sa espn battle of champions... visit nyo na lang ang site ng espn...
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 18, 2009 2:24:11 GMT 9
maliit lang daw kasi budget ng PSC... kung katulad ng 2005... baka contnding tayo sa 1 and 2... mukhang hanggang 5th lang ang Pilipinas...
Country TOTAL MEDAL
Thailand 84 80 95 259 Vietnam 81 71 57 209 Indonesia 43 53 73 169 Malaysia 40 40 59 139 Philippines 37 34 49 120 Singapore 33 30 34 97 Laos 32 25 49 106 Myanmar 10 22 37 69 Cambodia 3 10 25 38 Brunei 1 1 8 10 Timor Leste 0 0 3 3 Grand Total 364 366 489 1219
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 18, 2009 2:03:07 GMT 9
Post results here...
Passing rate of UST for the period of 2002 to 2006…
1,515 examinees, 962 passers… 63.5%... #5 in national…
Source: A Study of Philippine Schools’ Performance in the National Licensure Examinations By Dennard D. Dacumos
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Post by Tom A. Saiyan on Dec 18, 2009 1:56:01 GMT 9
Post results here...
Passing rate of UST for the period of 2002 to 2006…
1,364 examinees, 704 passers… 51.61%... # 9 in national…
Source: A Study of Philippine Schools’ Performance in the National Licensure Examinations By Dennard D. Dacumos
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