University of Santo Tomas

Also known as UST

University of Santo Tomas (UST) won its first-ever UAAP women's fencing championship on April 25, 2025, ending University of the East's three-year winning streak. UST also secured the top position in the season by winning gold medals in various events, including foil and sabre competitions. Additionally, UST achieved significant success in other sports like volleyball and baseball during UAAP Season 87.

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Last updated at April 26, 2025.

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Ateneo, UP tie for top spot in THE Asia University Rankings

Ateneo de Manila University and the University of the Philippines (UP) are now tied for the top position in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings.
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Mikee Quintos defends architecture thesis after 10 years

Actor and University of Santo Tomas architecture student Mikee Quintos successfully defended her thesis on Tuesday.
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UST mourns Pope Francis, honors legacy with tribute exhibit

The Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas (UST) expressed deep sorrow over the death of Pope Francis on Monday, April 21.
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Philippine church leaders call for masses and prayers for Pope Francis

Bishop Pablo Virgilio Cardinal David has called on churches across the Philippines to ring their bells and hold masses for the eternal repose of Pope Francis, who died today at age 88.
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Cebu doc tops med board exam with 87.75%

Adrian Eleazar Go from Cebu Institute of Medicine topped the recent Physician Licensure Examination with an 87.75 percent score.
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Vivian Que-Azcona, Mercury Drug president, dies at 69

Vivian Que-Azcona, president of Mercury Drug Corporation and a University of Santo Tomas (UST) alumna, has passed away at the age of 69, prompting condolences from her company, Unilab Group, and alma mater.
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Pope appoints Fr. Ronald Timoner as Pagadian's new bishop

Pope Francis has appointed Fr. Ronald Anthony Parco Timoner as the new bishop of the Diocese of Pagadian in Zamboanga del Sur.
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UP Diliman ranked top in PH, 366th in Asia, 1348th globally

The University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman retained its position as the top university in the country among 229 universities, according to EduRank.
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UST Faculty Union strikes over salary, benefits

The University of Santo Tomas Faculty Union declared a strike on Tuesday after failing to reach an agreement on salary wages and benefits for teachers.
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Manila universities suspend classes over transport strike

Several universities in Manila have suspended face-to-face classes on Monday, March 24, due to a three-day transport strike initiated by Manibela.
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