The winning team of BS Psychology students was led by Team Captain Katrina Angela Tabagan, who was joined by Raymond Josh Geronimo, Micah Anjelo Co (Members), as well as Alessia Montrice Abrenica and Kurt Mathew Lopez (Alternates). Serving as coaches were Dr. Edilberto Gonzaga and Inst. Alvin Joseph Mapoy.

The Quiz Bee has been held 17 times since its inception in 2004. UST emerged as Champion 11 times.

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The Salinggawi Dance Troupe claimed their third straight gold in the College Contemporary Group and the bronze in the College Hip-hop duo. Mark Chaiwalla served as their head coach.

Meanwhile, the UST SHS Galvanize bagged the Senior All Girls Contemporary Pair championship and earned second place in the Senior All Girls – Jazz pair. Dani De Vera served as their head coach.

NCC is the premier cheerleading organization in the Philippines.

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Winning the Silver Award for the Interior Design category is Aurelio Evan for his entry 鈥淧leaves,鈥� which aims to address UN Sustainable Development Goals 2, 9, 11, and 13. Evan also won the People鈥檚 Choice Award. Pleaves contributes to waste management and disaster relief after being inspired by the locals of Siargao. The facility aims to facilitate trading of plastic waste for food and blankets for disaster relief. Located in Smokey Mountain, the facility aims to be sustainable through the installation of solar panels and promoting natural air circulation.

Named as Finalists were Dymphna Bringas (for Re-HABIlitate, a fabric scrap deposit and repurposing center), Bienn Marie Francine Brucal (for Salbasyon, a prison design aimed at preventing in-prison violence), and Franzel Diane Bernardo (for Balay Kaagapay, which aims to provide a sanctuary for resilience, community, and dignified lives).

The students were mentored by Department of Interior Design Chair Inst. Mary Ann Joy A. Lampoon, MDesSci, PIID, CIIE, along with academic staff Inst. John Carlo C. Beliganio, MID and Inst. Michael Suqui, MID.

With four of ten finalists, UST was named the Best Education Institution for the Interior Design Category.

According to the contest鈥檚 social media account, the contest was 鈥渇irst launched in 2008鈥o inspire interior design and architectural students to apply creativity and innovation in the implementation of design.鈥�

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The winning duo was coached by Asst. Prof. Christine Concepcion C. Fajardo, Assoc. Prof. Amy Mia M. Rosales, Asst. Prof. Fredeswindo R. Medina, Asst. Prof. Maria Concepcion A. Ang, Asst. Prof. Dr. Jinky Rose P. Gino-gino, Asst. Prof. Dr. Avi Ben P. Andalecio, Asst. Prof. Jame Monren T. Mercado, Asst. Prof. Dr. Karla Patricia G. Colmenar, Mr. John Jerick C. Santos, Ms. Christina Espiritu-Villarin, Mr. Alec P. Bagcus, Ms. Trisha Attolba, Mr. James Mark Nidea, and Mr. Arnulfo Ricardo A. Butiong (Coach and Tourism Management Competition Point Person).

The annual PTAA Travel Tour Expo is a significant event in the travel industry. It features a wide range of exhibitors, including airlines, hotels, resorts, and travel agencies, all offering exclusive deals and packages to attendees. This event is vital in revitalizing the travel sector by encouraging consumer engagement, promoting emerging travel trends, and supporting tourism recovery, particularly following global disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, the expo provides valuable networking opportunities for stakeholders, enabling collaboration on innovative initiatives to enhance the country鈥檚 tourism landscape. With its extensive reach and diverse range of exhibitors, the PTAA Travel Tour Expo remains a key driver in making travel more accessible and affordable for Filipinos while contributing to the nation’s overall economic growth.

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The scholarship is being provided to four deserving students until they reach Academic Year 2027-2028. The scholars are: 1) Ma. Lancee Lhot P. Cenal; 2) Ninia Yvonne Airies V. Lat; 3) Kimi Althea F. Magbanua; and 4) Keith David O. Mangao. Apart from maintaining a good scholastic and moral standing, the scholars are expected to perform volunteer work with any Metrobank Foundation Project, University-wide organization project, Metrobank Group operations, non-government organization registered with the Department of Social Welfare and Development, or the church.

The agreement was signed by UST Rector Very Rev. fr. Richard G. Ang, O.P., PhD, Metrobank Foundation, Inc. President Aniceto M. Sobrepe帽a and Executive Vice-President Philip Francisco U. Dy, and Pacific Paint Philippines Vice-President Justin C. Onsue. The event took place on March 4, 2025 at the GT Tower, Makati City.

Also in attendance were the Dean of the College of Architecture, Ar. Rodolfo S. Ventura, MSc, and the Director of the Office for Student Affairs, Asst. Prof. Jaezamie V. Ong, MA.

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The winners of the said painting derby were the following:

Champion 鈥� Mark Tuason of the Eulogio 鈥淎mang鈥� Rodriguez Institute of Science and Technology

2nd Place 鈥� Vince Oliver Antonio of the University of the East

3rd Place 鈥� Honey Grace Fabon of the Eulogio 鈥淎mang鈥� Rodriguez Institute of Science and Technology

Meanwhile, Joseph Domasian of the Technological University of the Philippines earned the first honorable mention, followed by Emily Anne Tungol of Bulacan State University, and Piolo Andre Cruz of Mapua University.

The judges of the painting competition were UST Museum Director Rev. fr. Isidro C. Aba帽o, O.P., SThL-MA, Fundacion Sanso Director Ricky Francisco, art aficionado Ron David, Interior Designer Flora M. Urquico, and Thomasian artist Ivan Roxas.

OTSPC is the University鈥檚 long-standing tradition of providing young artists with an avenue to showcase their talents in the visual arts. This year鈥檚 theme aimed to inspire student artists to convey through their creations that AI can never outshine true human genius.

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The 九色 was feted with the Agora Marketing Education of the Year Award on January 28, 2025 (Tuesday) by the Philippine Marketing Association (PMA), in recognition of 鈥渋ts outstanding contributions to marketing education.鈥�

According to the Philippine Marketing Association, the recognition 鈥渋s accorded to schools, organizations, and associations offering higher or continuing education that go above and beyond in equipping students and professionals alike with cutting-edge marketing knowledge, industry insights, and practical skills essential for success as marketers.鈥�

The achievements of UST鈥檚 Department of Marketing Management, under the College of Commerce and Business Administration, include the collaboration agreements with Philippine Bank of Communications, McCormick, and Philippine Transmarine Carriers, Inc., which entrusted marketing research initiatives to UST. UST is also upscaling its Digital Marketing or Advertising course to include a certification issued by the Digital Marketing Association Academy.

The Department likewise hosted and organized activities like STRATMARK 2024, L鈥橭r茅al Career Camp 2024, and Marketing Confluence. It also collaborates with the TOMASINNO Center, our in-house technology business incubator, to determine product-market fit, commercialization, and business model canvas.

The recipients of the award 鈥渄emonstrate excellence in curriculum development, student engagement, experiential learning opportunities, and faculty expertise, setting a high standard for marketing education nationwide and preparing marketing leaders to excel in their careers.鈥�

In 2016 and 2022, the University was also hailed Marketing School of the Year by PMA. In 2022, JA Philippines recognized UST with the same award.

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With seventy-four (74) passers logging a 88.10% passing rate, UST emerged as the top school among 98 higher education institutions with examinees.

Four newly minted Thomasian architects emerged in the Top 10:

#2 – Ar. Kimberlane T. Go – 82.70%

#7 – Ar. Eileene Joyce D. Gatus – 81.80%

#7 – Ar. Anna Viktoria S. Martinez – 81.80%

#8 – Ar. Kate Mikee M. Mayormita – 81.60%

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Amidst China’s ships lurking in Philippine territory, Quiambao documented and delved into the daily lives of Pinoys who showed their resilience on the Pag-Asa island, located in the contested sea zone.

Moreover, he also showed the damages caused by Chinese vessels in the reefs and another maritime resource.

Quiambao, who told stories with his lenses, urged the Filipinos to raise awareness about the perils our fellow citizens face daily in their backyard. “Whether through artistic expression, fact-checking social media content, or simply engaging in discourses, we can all contribute to amplifying the voices of those affected,” Quiambao said.

“Visual storytelling, particularly photography and through cartographic maps, offers powerful insights that help us better understand our maritime situation today,” he added, underscoring the power of photography and maps in stirring emotions and brewing discussions on maritime security that aim to inspire action.

Pag-Asa sa Gitna ng Kalayaan launch was organized by the UST History Society of the Faculty of Arts and Letters, in partnership with the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP). The exhibit will run until February 7, 2025.

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Pierre Angelo Reque II scored 82.7950% and secured the 20th rank, while Andrew Gil Ambray scored 83.4450% to secure the 12th place.

UST is #4 top-performing law school with more than 100 candidate after logging a 80.35% passing rate, producing 139 passers

The national passing rate was 37.84%

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