| Polytechnic University of the Philippines | |
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| Politeknikong Unibersidad ng Pilipinas | |
| Latin: Universitas Politechnica Philippinarum | |
| Motto | Tanglaw ng Bayan |
| Motto in English | Torch of the Nation |
| Established | October 19, 1904 |
| Type | State University, Public University |
| President | Dante G. Guevarra, DPA |
| Vice-president | Victoria C. Naval, DEM |
| Academic staff | 1483[1] |
| Admin. staff | 707[1] |
| Students | Approx. 52,000[1] |
| Location | Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Campus | Manila (flagship) |
| University Hymn | Imno ng PUP (PUP Hymn) |
| Colors | Maroon and Gold |
| Nickname | PUPian, Mighty Maroons |
| Mascot | PUP Pylon, PUPoy |
| Affiliations | |
| Website | www.pup.edu.ph www.centennial.pup.edu.ph [1] |
The Polytechnic University of the Philippines (Filipino: Politeknikong Unibersidad ng Pilipinas) commonly known as PUP is a public research university in the Philippines. It was founded on October 19, 1904 as the Manila Business School, offering commerce-related courses.[1][2][3] The university offers graduate and undergraduate degrees in accountancy, engineering, political science, social science, business, arts, agriculture, media and communication and associate programs.
The Polytechnic University of the Philippines System is among the state universities in the Philippines with the lowest tuition.[4]
In October 2004, PUP celebrated its 100th year anniversary. The theme of the centennial celebration was "PUP: Kabalikat ng Pamahalaan sa Pag-angat ng Antas ng Kabuhayan ng Mamamayan." As part of the celebration, and to highlight the signing of the Declaration of Peace to be put before the United Nations, the PUP System break the record of World's Largest Human Rainbow 31,000 students, faculty, staff and alumni[4]
The main campus is located at Santa Mesa, Manila, along the Pasig River. The PUP in Manila consists of three sub-campuses named Mabini, NDC and M.H. del Pilar. The house where Mabini died is now located in the campus of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. The simple nipa house retains the original furniture, and some of the books he wrote, and also contains souvenir items, while hosting the municipal library and reading facilities, hence, the main campus is named after Mabini.[1][5] Some campuses are located on the other side of the metropolis and the rest are located across the country.
The academic units of the University are called colleges or institutes. These units offer undergraduate degrees and/or postgraduate diplomas on their specific fields of specialization. Aside from the colleges, the University maintains a separate Graduate School which offers graduate degrees. The Graduate School is a multidisciplinary institution. The oldest college of the PUP is the College of Education which is the predecessor of all the degree-granting units. An institute is a smaller unit, although it has the same footing as a full-fledged college. When an institute gained enough student number and academic programs, the Board of Regents will decide if they will elevate it into a college. The last institute of PUP was the Institute of Cooperatives, which was converted as the College of Cooperatives in 2006.
The Colleges and the Graduate School are headed by their respective deans, who is appointed by the Board of Regents of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. The dean acts as the head of the faculty of his college and assumes administrative works assigned by the Board. The dean has tenure of three years, which, may be extended up to two terms upon reappointment. The University’s 18 degree granting units are the following, together with their further academic departments:
Formerly Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences (CAS). Located in Santa Mesa, Manila main campus.
College of Computer Management and Information Technology abbreviated as CCMIT is an academic unit of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines that specializes in computer science and information technology. The college is located on the Fifth Floor, South Wing of the Main Building Santa Mesa, Manila (Main) Campus.
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| Asian University Rankings 2011[6] | 201st+ |
The University was ranked by the Commission on Higher Education and the Professional Regulation Commission as one of the top 20 higher learning institutions in the Philippines. The 2007 study ranked the Polytechnic University of the Philippines in the 15th place.[7]
Internationally, the University participated and was ranked in the 2009 QS Asian University Rankings, together with 15 other Philippine universities. It was ranked 345th in Asia, based on International Students' Review in the Times Higher Education Supplement World University Rankings.[8]
The Webometrics Ranking of World Universities, which rank universities according to web presence, visibility, and access, includes PUP in their list of top 8,000 universities, out of 20,000 institutions.[9]
The Office of the Vice President for Research, Development and Extension (OVPRDE) is responsible of the research undertakings of the University. It oversees the implementation of the research thrusts as defined by the Commission on Higher Education. OVPRDE considers research as a vital component of the University's functions; if properly nurtured, it will contribute to the development of science and technology, social sciences, culture, new knowledge and the environment.
The University currently has nine (9) research centers. The Publication Office is responsible for the publication of academic journals. Below is a listing of PUP's research centers.
The Seal of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines is an official scheme used by the university in official documents and official publications.
In 1974, the sculpture (cut and welded brass mural relief, 2.5 x 9.3 meters) was built by national artist Eduardo Castrillo. The theme of the artwork is Consolidated Growth through Education - the role of PUP in the educational development of the youth in preparation for their involvement in nation building. The mural illustrates the social, economic, industrial, technological, and cultural aspect of life with which man blends himself to develop an environment necessary to the progress of the nation.
The Obelisk, standing majestic on its base, depicts the strength of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines as an institution of higher learning, promoting educational and moral aims which are fortified by a determined leadership with a clear vision for the Filipino youth and an efficient support system inspired by the virtues of public service.
This masterpiece is built by designer and architect Lor Calma in the year 2000. It depicts the dynamic transformation of the University as it embraces the power of Information and Communications Technology.
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