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Thomasian Formation
The University of Santo Tomas, in pursuit of truth, guided by reason and illumined by faith, dedicates herself to the generation, advancement and transmission of knowledge to form competent and compassionate professionals committed to the service of the Church, the nation, and the global community.
I am a Thomasian. I carry the SEAL of Thomasian education. I am a Servant leader, an Effective communicator and collaborator, an Analytical and creative thinker, and a Lifelong learner. With Christ at the center of my formation as a Thomasian, I am expected to demonstrate the following Thomasian Graduate Attributes (ThoGAs):
Servant Leader
— Show leadership abilities to promote advocacies for life, freedom, justice, and solidarity in the service of the family, the local and global communities, the Church and the environment.
— Implement relevant projects and activities that speak of Christian compassion to the poor and the marginalized in order to raise their quality of life
— Show respect for the human person, regardless of race, religion, age, and gender
Effective Communicator and Collaborator
— Express myself clearly, correctly, and confidently in various environments, contexts, and technologies of human interaction
— Work productively with individuals or groups from diverse cultures and demographics
— Show profound respect for individual differences and/or uniqueness as members of God’s creation
Analytical and Creative Thinker
— Show judiciousness and resourcefulness in making personal and professional decisions
— Engage in research undertakings that respond to societal issues
— Express personal and professional insights through an ethical and evidence-based approach
Lifelong Learner
— Engage in reflective practice to ensure disciplinal relevance and professional development
— Exhibit preparedness and interest for continuous upgrading of competencies required by the profession or area of specialization
— Manifest fidelity to the teachings of Christ, mediated by the Catholic Church, in the continuous deepening of faith and spirituality in dealing with new life situations and challenges
Institutional Recognitions
COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION
Autonomous Status (Since 2001)
Delivering Higher Education Institution for Graduate Scholarships (Since 2016)
QUACQUARELLI-SYMONDS (QS)
Four-Stars Rating (Since 2014)
PHILIPPINE ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES COMMISSION ON ACCREDITATION
Highest Number of Accredited Programs in the Philippines (Since 2011)
Highest Number of Accredited Programs in the National Capital Region (Since 2010)
Highest Number of Level IV (the highest level) Accredited Academic Programs (2015, 2018)
Highest Number of Level III Accredited Academic Programs (2011-2015)
Department- / Program-Level Recognitions
13 CHEd Centers of Excellence
- Biology (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate)
- Chemical Engineering (Bachelor’s, Master’s)
- Chemistry (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate)
- Hotel and Restaurant Management (Bachelor’s)
- Medical Technology (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate)
- Medicine (Doctor)
- Music (Bachelor’s, Master’s)
- Nursing (Bachelor’s, Master’s)
- Pharmacy (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate)
- Philosophy (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate)
- Psychology (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate)
- Teacher Education (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate)
- Tourism / Travel Management (Bachelor’s)
12 ASEAN University Network Certified Programs
BS Accountancy (2017-2022)
BSc Biochemistry (2017-2022)
BSc Biology (2017-2022)
BSc Chemical Engineering (2017-2022)
BSc Chemistry (2017-2022)
BSc Electronics Engineering (2017-2022)
Bachelor of Elementary Education (2017-2022)
BSc Medical Technology (2017-2022)
BSc Nursing (2017-2022)
BSc Pharmacy (2017-2022)
BSc Psychology (2017-2022)
Bachelor of Secondary Education (2017-2022)
13 CHEd Centers of Development
- Civil Engineering (Bachelor’s)
- Communication (Bachelor’s, Master’s)
- Computer Science (Bachelor’s)
- Electrical Engineering (Bachelor’s)
- Electronics Engineering (Bachelor’s)
- Industrial Engineering (Bachelor’s)
- Information Systems (Bachelor’s)
- Information Technology (Bachelor’s)
- Journalism (Bachelor’s, Master’s)
- Library and Information Science (Bachelor’s, Master’s)
- Literature (Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate)
- Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor’s)
- Physical Therapy (Bachelor’s, Master’s)
PACUCOA Level IV Programs
- Master of Arts (2015 – 2020)
- Master of Arts in Education (2015 – 2020)
- Master of Arts in Nursing (2016 – 2021)
- Master of Science (2015 – 2020)
- Master of Science in Pharmacy (2015 – 2020)
- Master of Science in Medical Technology (2016 – 2021)
- AB Economics (2014 – 2019) First to be granted Level IV status in NCR and the Philippines
- AB Legal Management (2014 – 2019) First to be granted Level IV status in NCR and the Philippines
- AB Literature (2014 – 2019) First to be granted Level IV status in NCR and the Philippines
- AB Philosophy (2014 – 2019) First to be granted Level IV status in NCR and the Philippines
- Bachelor of Elementary Education, major in Pre-School Education (2015 – 2020)
- Bachelor of Elementary Education, major in Special Education (2015 – 2020)
- Bachelor of Secondary Education (2015 – 2020)
- BS Applied Mathematics major in Actuarial Science (2016 – 2021)
- BS Biology (2016 – 2021)
- BS Chemistry (2016 – 2021)
- BS Food Technology (2015 – 2020) First to be granted Level IV status in NCR and the Philippines
- BS Medical Technology (2017 – 2022)
- BS Microbiology (2016 – 2021)
- BS Nursing (2015 – 2020)
- BS Nutrition and Dietetics (2015 – 2020)
- BS Occupational Therapy (2016 – 2021) First to be granted Level III re-accredited status in NCR and the Philippines
- BS Pharmacy (2014 – 2019)
- BS Physical Therapy (2016 – 2021) First to be granted Level III re-accredited status in NCR and the Philippines
- BS Psychology (2016 – 2021)
- BS Travel Management (2017 – 2022)
PACUCOA Level III Accreditation
- AB Asian Studies (2017 – 2020)
- AB Behavioral Science (2017 – 2020)
- AB Communication (2017 – 2020)
- AB Journalism (2017 – 2020)
- AB Political Science (2017 – 2020)
- AB Sociology (2017 – 2020)
- BS Accountancy (2016-2019)
- BS Business Administration (2016-2019)
- BS Medical Technology (2015 – 2020)
- BS Hotel and Restaurant Management (2018 – 2023)
PAASCU Level III Accreditation
- Doctor of Medicine (2017)
- BS Chemical Engineering (2015 – 2018)
- BS Civil Engineering (2015 – 2018)
- BS Electrical Engineering (2015 – 2018)
- BS Electronics Engineering (2015 – 2018)
- BS Industrial Engineering (2015 – 2018)
- BS Mechanical Engineering (2015 – 2018)
Honorary Professors
Faculty Achievements
Career Development
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BANCE, Lucila O. |
Lifetime Achievement Award (2017) Asia-Pacific Career Development Association |
Chemical Sciences
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AGUINALDO, Alicia M. |
Achievement Award for Research in Chemical Sciences (2011) National Research Council of the Philippines |
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BINAG, Christina A. |
Achievement Award for Research in Chemical Sciences (2013) National Research Council of the Philippines |
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GUEVARA, Beatrice Q. (Professor Emerita) |
Achievement Award for Research in Chemical Sciences National Research Council of the Philippines 1999 |
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Shimadzu Achievement Award for Chemical Research (2017) Gregorio Zara for Basic Science Research (2016) Achievement Award for Research in Chemical Sciences (2006) National Research Council of the Philippines |
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Academician (2015) National Academy of Science and Technology Achievement Award for Research in Chemical Sciences (1994) National Research Council of the Philippines Most Outstanding Professional in Chemistry Professional Regulation Commission |
Education
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ALORA, Angeles T. (Retired) |
Metrobank Outstanding Teacher in Higher Education
The Search for Outstanding Teachers represents the Foundation’s commitment to promote a culture of excellence in education by recognizing the country’s best mentors who can be upheld as models not only for educators but for other community members as well. Metrobank Foundation |
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ARCANGEL, Clotilde N. (Retired) |
Special Citation for Contribution to Teacher Education (2015) Professional Regulation Commission |
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CARILLO, Clarita D. |
Gawad ng Dangal ng Lipi (2009) Province of Bulacan |
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DAGOHOY, fr. Herminio V. |
Gawad ng Dangal ng Lipi (2012) Province of Bulacan |
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DE CASTRO, Belinda D.V. |
Achievement Award for Research in Education (2014) National Research Council of the Philippines |
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Award for Continuing Excellence and Service (2019) Metrobank Foundation Gawad ng Dangal ng Lipi (2013) Province of Bulacan Metrobank Outstanding Teacher in Higher Education (2011) The Search for Outstanding Teachers represents the Foundation’s commitment to promote a culture of excellence in education by recognizing the country’s best mentors who can be upheld as models not only for educators but for other community members as well. Metrobank Foundation Achievement Award for Research in Education (2006) National Research Council of the Philippines |
DE LA ROSA, fr. Rolando V., O.P. |
Outstanding Manilan in Education (2010) City of Manila |
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American Society of Microbiology Graduate Microbiology Teaching Award (2017) The award honors an individual for exemplary teaching of microbiology and mentoring of students at the graduate and postgraduate levels (e.g., graduate school, medical school, or other health professional schools) and for encouraging students to subsequent achievement. American Society of Microbiology Metrobank Outstanding Teacher in Higher Education (2015) The Search for Outstanding Teachers represents the Foundation’s commitment to promote a culture of excellence in education by recognizing the country’s best mentors who can be upheld as models not only for educators but for other community members as well. Metrobank Foundation |
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GUEVARA, Beatrice Q. (Professor Emerita) |
Metrobank Outstanding Teacher in Higher Education (2006)
The Search for Outstanding Teachers represents the Foundation’s commitment to promote a culture of excellence in education by recognizing the country’s best mentors who can be upheld as models not only for educators but for other community members as well. Metrobank Foundation |
TAN, Emily B. |
Achievement Award for Research in Education (2009) National Research Council of the Philippines |
Engineering
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ALMIRA, Rogelio |
ASEAN Engineer (2018)
The ASEAN Engineer recognition is given to one who has proven himself/herself through the practice of his/her profession in achieving operational excellence in the field of engineering discipline. |
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BAUTISTA, Enrique III |
Professional Industrial Engineer (2015) Philippine Institute of Industrial Engineers |
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CLEOFAS, Dolores S.D. |
ASEAN Engineer
The ASEAN Engineer recognition is given to one who has proven himself/herself through the practice of his/her profession in achieving operational excellence in the field of engineering discipline. |
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Achievement Award for Research in Engineering
The Achievement Award is given in acknowledgement of an outstanding contribution in the fields of science, engineering, industry or other human endeavors. National Research Council of the Philippines Fellow ASEAN Academy of Engineering and Technology |
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ELERIA, Nancy L. |
ASEAN Engineer
The ASEAN Engineer recognition is given to one who has proven himself/herself through the practice of his/her profession in achieving operational excellence in the field of engineering discipline. Professional Industrial Engineer Philippine Institute of Industrial Engineers |
| JACOB, Delfin R. |
Professional Industrial Engineer Philippine Institute of Industrial Engineers |
| LAURITO, Evelyn R. |
ASEAN Engineer (2018) The ASEAN Engineer recognition is given to one who has proven himself/herself through the practice of his/her profession in achieving operational excellence in the field of engineering discipline. |
| LUGAY, Carlos Ignacio P. |
Professional Industrial Engineer Philippine Institute of Industrial Engineers |
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MABINI, Marilyn C. |
ASEAN Engineer (2018)
The ASEAN Engineer recognition is given to one who has proven himself/herself through the practice of his/her profession in achieving operational excellence in the field of engineering discipline. Professional Industrial Engineer Philippine Institute of Industrial Engineers |
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MARQUEZ, Charlie A. |
Professional Industrial Engineer Philippine Institute of Industrial Engineers |
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NGO, Joehanna K. |
ASEAN Engineer
The ASEAN Engineer recognition is given to one who has proven himself/herself through the practice of his/her profession in achieving operational excellence in the field of engineering discipline. Professional Industrial Engineer Philippine Institute of Industrial Engineers |
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ONG, Nestor R. |
ASEAN Engineer
The ASEAN Engineer recognition is given to one who has proven himself/herself through the practice of his/her profession in achieving operational excellence in the field of engineering discipline. Professional Industrial Engineer Philippine Institute of Industrial Engineers |
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PASAMONTE, Nelson M. |
ASEAN Engineer (2018) The ASEAN Engineer recognition is given to one who has proven himself/herself through the practice of his/her profession in achieving operational excellence in the field of engineering discipline. |
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PESTAÑO, Lola Domnina B. |
ASEAN Engineer (2018) The ASEAN Engineer recognition is given to one who has proven himself/herself through the practice of his/her profession in achieving operational excellence in the field of engineering discipline. |
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QUINTO, Edna C. |
ASEAN Engineer (2018) The ASEAN Engineer recognition is given to one who has proven himself/herself through the practice of his/her profession in achieving operational excellence in the field of engineering discipline. |
Humanities
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Achievement Award for Research in the Humanities (2018) The Achievement Award is given in acknowledgement of an outstanding contribution in the fields of science, engineering, industry or other human endeavors. National Research Council of the Philippines |
Literature
| AÑONUEVO, Rebecca | Southeast Asian (S.E.A.) Writers Award
Founded in 1979, the Southeast Asian Writers Award (S.E.A. Write Award) annually recognizes and honors the works of contemporary poets and writers within Southeast Asian countries. |
| COROZA, Michael | Southeast Asian (S.E.A.) Writers Award
Founded in 1979, the Southeast Asian Writers Award (S.E.A. Write Award) annually recognizes and honors the works of contemporary poets and writers within Southeast Asian countries. |
| DIMALANTA, Ophelia A. (+) | Southeast Asian (S.E.A.) Writers Award
Founded in 1979, the Southeast Asian Writers Award (S.E.A. Write Award) annually recognizes and honors the works of contemporary poets and writers within Southeast Asian countries. |
Medical Sciences
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TRINIDAD, Trinidad P. |
Achievement Award for Research in the Medical Sciences (2012) National Research Council of the Philippines |
Medical Technology
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CRUZ, Jacinta B. (Retired) |
Most Outstanding Professional in Medical Technology (2009) Professional Regulation Commission |
Microbiology
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Outstanding Microbiologist, Philippine Society of Microbiology (2019) Graduate Microbiology Teaching Award, American Society of Microbiology (2017) Metrobank Outstanding Teacher (Higher Education) Award, Metrobank Foundation (2015) |
DOGMA, Irineo Jr. J. |
Outstanding Microbiologist Award, Philippine Society of Microbiology (2018) |
Nutrition and Dietetics
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VELASCO, Zenaida F. |
Outstanding Nutritionist-Dietitian (2009) Nutrionist-Dietetian Association of the Philippines |
Pharmacy / Pharmaceutical Sciences
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The Outstanding Pharmacist in Research (2017) Philippine Pharmacists’ Association, Inc. Achievement Award in Pharmaceutical Research (2017) National Research Council of the Philippines |
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BAYQUEN, Aristea V. (Retired) |
The Outstanding Pharmacist in Pharmacy Education (2015) Philippine Pharmacists’ Association, Inc. |
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Most Outstanding Professional in Pharmacy Practice (2018) Professional Regulation Commission The Outstanding Pharmacist in the Academe (2017) Philippine Pharmacists’ Association, Inc. |
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LERMA, Norma V. (Dean Emeritus) |
Achievement Award for Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences (1998) National Research Council of the Philippines |
SOLEVILLA, Rosalinda D. (Retired) |
Achievement Award for Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2002) National Research Council of the Philippines Most Outstanding Professional in Pharmacy Professional Regulation Commission |
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Outstanding Young Scientist in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2018) National Academy of Science and Technology |
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TORRES, Priscilla M. (Retired) |
Most Outstanding Professional in Pharmacy (2009) Professional Regulation Commission |
Physical Therapy
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AGCAOILI, Jocelyn F. |
Most Outstanding Professional in Physical Therapy (2008) Professional Regulation Commission |
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LIPARDO, Donald S. |
Most Outstanding Professional in Physical Therapy (2015) Professional Regulation Commission |
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MANLAPAZ, Donald S. |
Special Citation for Contribution to Physical Therapy Education (2015) Professional Regulation Commission |
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PERALTA, Cheryl R. |
Most Outstanding Professional in Physical Therapy (2009) Professional Regulation Commission |
Science and Technology
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Outstanding Young Scientist The NAST confers the Outstanding Young Scientist Award to young Filipino scientists who have made significant contributions to various scientific and technological fields. National Academy of Science and Technology |
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Outstanding Scientific Paper Award (2015) Outstanding Young Scientist The NAST confers the Outstanding Young Scientist Award to young Filipino scientists who have made significant contributions to various scientific and technological fields. National Academy of Science and Technology |
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BINAG, Christina A. |
Outstanding Young Scientist The NAST confers the Outstanding Young Scientist Award to young Filipino scientists who have made significant contributions to various scientific and technological fields. National Academy of Science and Technology |
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Member (2015) Global Young Academy Outstanding Young Scientist The NAST confers the Outstanding Young Scientist Award to young Filipino scientists who have made significant contributions to various scientific and technological fields. National Academy of Science and Technology |
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Outstanding Young Scientist (2015) The NAST confers the Outstanding Young Scientist Award to young Filipino scientists who have made significant contributions to various scientific and technological fields. Third World Academy of Science (2015) National Academy of Science and Technology |
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Outstanding Young Scientist The NAST confers the Outstanding Young Scientist Award to young Filipino scientists who have made significant contributions to various scientific and technological fields. National Academy of Science and Technology |
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Academician (2015) Outstanding Young Scientist The NAST confers the Outstanding Young Scientist Award to young Filipino scientists who have made significant contributions to various scientific and technological fields. National Academy of Science and Technology 50 Men and Women of Science The award is given to distinguished and respected scientists, educators, administrators and technology entrepreneurs, who have contributed to DOST’s accomplishments. Department of Science and Technology |
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Outstanding Young Scientist The NAST confers the Outstanding Young Scientist Award to young Filipino scientists who have made significant contributions to various scientific and technological fields. National Academy of Science and Technology |
| Carmela R. Centeno, PhD | 50 Men and Women of Science The award is given to distinguished and respected scientists, educators, administrators and technology entrepreneurs, who have contributed to DOST’s accomplishments. | Department of Science and Technology |
The Global Development Network Awards and Medals Competition The Global Development Awards and Medals Competition is a unique competition for promoting research on development and seeks to discover new talent and promote innovative ideas on development. Dr. Alvin P. Ang Asst. Prof. Jeremaiah M. Opiniano
Values Formation
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DE LA ROSA, fr. Rolando V., O.P. |
Outstanding Manilan in Values Formation (2010) City of Manila |
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