Polytechnic University of the Philippines

Also known as PUP

The Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) is a leading educational institution known for its academic excellence and community involvement, including hosting the annual Choral Fest to celebrate musical heritage and advocacy. PUP students have also won competitions like the BSP youth contest with innovative solutions such as AniKansya, a tool assisting farmers in securing financing for agricultural activities.

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Last updated at April 22, 2025.

Recent stories about PUP

Students walk out nationwide to mark Edsa People Power anniversary

The Office of the Student Regent at Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) organized a mass walkout on Tuesday, February 25, to mark the 39th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution.
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ADMU leads Bar Exams for first-time candidates with 96.36%, followed by UP and San Beda

Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) topped the Bar Examinations for first-time candidates with a 96.36% passing rate, followed by UP, San Beda University, University of Santo Tomas-Manila, and University of San Carlos.
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Metro Manila schools shift to online classes due to transport strike

Some schools and universities in Metro Manila and nearby areas have suspended or shifted to online classes on Tuesday, September 24, due to a continuing two-day transport strike organized by groups Manibela and Piston.
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PUP OUS holds first face-to-face classes for PDLs at Manila City Jail

The Polytechnic University of the Philippines Open University System (PUP OUS) held its first face-to-face classes for persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) inside the Manila City Jail - Male Dormitory on Wednesday, expanding their Education-on-Wheels program.
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PUP suspends freshmen enrollment due to Typhoon Carina and habagat rains

On Tuesday, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) announced a suspension of freshmen enrollment for Wednesday, July 24 due to inclement weather caused by Typhoon Carina and habagat rains.
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MMDA extends Pasig Ferry suspension due to high water levels

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) extended the suspension of Pasig Ferry operations on Friday due to elevated water levels causing damage to pontoons.
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LGUs cancel classes and work due to Habagat, Typhoon Carina

Several local government units in the Philippines have canceled classes and work for Tuesday, July 23, Wednesday, July 24, and Friday, July 26, due to inclement weather caused by the enhanced Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) and Typhoon Carina.
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MMDA: Pasig River blocked by trash, clean-up underway

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced on Tuesday that a section of the Pasig River is impassable for boats due to garbage accumulation.
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Classes suspended in Metro Manila and nearby provinces due to extreme heat

Local government units across Metro Manila and nearby provinces have suspended face-to-face classes from May 2 to 3 due to extreme heat conditions.
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Marcos signs laws expanding state universities' charters

On Tuesday, Senator Joel Villanueva praised President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for signing laws that strengthen the charters and expand course offerings in four state-run higher educational institutions.
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