Rappler's latest stories on state university
Avatar robots at graduation? Japan pioneered them
A public school in Taguig is the first in the Philippines to dress robots in toga to represent its graduates. The first in the world to do that was a university in Tokyo.
Astra gets $1 billion from U.S. to fund coronavirus vaccine
The company says it is 'engaging with international organizations,' including the World Health Organization, 'for the fair allocation and distribution of the vaccine around the world'
Ex-U.P. chancellor: Gov’t should give SUCs ‘more resources’ for online learning
'They should never ever sacrifice the education budget so we could build up necessary facilities for online learning,' former University of the Philippines Diliman chancellor Michael Tan says
Volunteer group raises funds to cover shortage of PPE in Leyte
Through the civic engagement group Tabang PH, a fundraising initiative was organized to produce alternative personal protective equipment for frontliners and other vulnerable groups
Bar 2019: Provincial schools again emerge on top
The University of Santo Tomas-Legazpi in Albay produces the 2019 Bar examinations' 1st and 3rd placers
Mindanao State University shortens semester, mass-promotes eligible students
MSU President Dr Habib Macaayong says they shortened the second semester of academic year 2019-2020 because they gave 'consideration to the preservation of life, safety, and well-being' of the MSU community
COA disallows P44-million Batangas State University land deal
The Commission on Audit says the land acquisition deal was grossly overpriced
Zambo del Norte’s only university mobilizes against coronavirus
All 5 campuses of the Jose Rizal Memorial State University in Zamboanga del Norte do their share in helping the province
PH youth step up: Scientists, engineers fill gaps in coronavirus response
Students manufacture 3D-printed face shields while young engineers design an improvised disinfection chamber
Two students from Mindanao’s conflict-affected area win first JICA video blog contest
Students from Mindanao State University win the contest with their entry about witnessing the effect of the armed conflict in Marawi in 2017 and their wish for peace and solidarity in the city
LOOK: Kansas teams spark huge brawl at end of US NCAA game
The Kansas Jayhawks and the Kansas State University Wildcats figure in a wild free-for-all
Klay Thompson turns emotional after college jersey retirement
More than 10,000 fans show up as Washington State University retires the No. 1 jersey of Warriors star Klay Thompson
COA disallows P6 million in benefits to Southern Leyte State University workers
The Commission on Audit affirms a notice of disallowance of P6.22 million in benefits to officials and employees of Southern Leyte State University as the source of funding violates some laws and regulations for such cash releases
Pangasinan State University officials face probe for not posting bid award notices
The Commission on Audit recommends that the Ombudsman investigate school officials for not complying with the law when they purchased office supplies worth P2.144 million
The science of zombies: Will the undead rise?
If you think nothing like that could ever happen to humans, think again.
Alright, alright, alright: Matthew McConaughey now a professor at University of Texas
The Oscar-winning actor is teaching a film production class called 'Script to Screen'
COA recommends sanctions on SUCs with unliquidated P793M in DAP funds
State auditors recommends that the Commission on Higher Education imposes sanctions on defaulting state universities and colleges
Protect Palawan from disinformation, journalists urge students
At a time when online hate spreads like wildfire and affects public discourse on social media, Rappler news editor Miriam Grace Go urges students to amplify real voices online
#MovePalawan: MovePH goes to PSU to talk about social good in the digital age
This is the first MovePH roadshow in Mimaropa. Tickets to the forum are free, but seats are limited. Register now!
Benguet student builds special trap to manage coffee pests
PRESS RELEASE: Since the coffee at the plantation was grown organically, pesticides were out of the question and considered impractical
COA to La Union state university: Explain 'diverted' funds
The Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University reallocated nearly P32 million to incentives for officials and employees in 2018, says the Commission on Audit
Visayas State University cleared after bomb threat
VSU President Edgardo Tulin urges students to remain vigilant following the 'security threat' that prompted the suspension of classes and office work in the university
Medtech board exam topnotcher a ‘happy-go-lucky’ online gamer
(UPDATED) John Steward Buenavista Alberto gets a rating of 91.10% in the March 2019 Medical Technologist Board Examination
‘Don't be a headline reader’: Cagayano journalists speak up against disinformation
Seasoned and campus journalists discuss the importance of verifying and fact-checking during the #MoveCagayan forum at Cagayan State University
Angara proposes P2.9-B budget in 2019 for promotion of college faculty
If approved, about 35,000 teachers stand to benefit, according to Senator Juan Edgardo Angara
U.P. community calls on regent to resign following controversial UAAP post
They say his behavior is unbecoming of a UP official and is not representative of the principles the state university upholds
Schools to fight SC ruling removing Filipino as required college subject
(UPDATED) University professors say the teaching of Filipino and Panitikan in college deepens knowledge that shapes Filipino culture and identity
Only U.P. makes it to top 100 of QS Asian university rankings for 2019
Mapúa University and MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology round up the list of 8 Philippine universities in the 2019 Quacquarelli Symonds Asia University Rankings
Albayalde asks: Why do state university students 'go against' government?
(UPDATED) 'You are given free education by the government and yet hindi ka pa nag-ga-gragraduate you are already going against the same government that gives you free education...Why?' PNP chief Albayalde asks
'Return service' up to state universities – CHED
'If any university wants to develop a return service, nobody can stop them,' says Commission on Higher Education Officer-in-Charge Prospero de Vera III
UP students, staff may be excused for Sept 21 activities
'I am encouraging all administrators, faculty, students, and staff throughout the system to participate in meaningful and peaceful activities,' says UP president Danilo Concepcion
CHED reminds state universities: Charging mandatory fees illegal
Commission on Higher Education Officer-in-Charge Prospero de Vera III says state universities can only charge students for optional or degree-related fees
Additional P428 million in 2019 budget sought for SUCs after Ompong
Kabataan Representative Sarah Elago wants the House committee on appropriations to authorize the additional funds for state universities and colleges damaged by Typhoon Ompong
WATCH: #MoveLeyte: 'Social Good in the Digital Age' forum in VSU
Tickets to the public forum are free, but seats are limited. Register now!
[OPINION] U.P. and the Marcoses
Is UP more accommodating of the Marcoses than it is commonly believed to be?
College student shot dead in Baybay City
(UPDATED) Ronie Bercede Recilla was a computer science student at the Visayas State University
Experts warn against shortening college courses
Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges president Tirso Ronquillo says the proposal may negate the K-12 program
DBM seeks P11-B budget increase for free tuition in state colleges
Budget Secretary Benjamin Diokno says P51 billion has been allotted for the free tuition program in the proposed 2019 national budget, higher than the P40-billion allocation this year
Marawi profs slam government’s skewed rehab priority
Professors of Mindanao State University question the government's move to prioritize the construction of a military garrison over attending to the needs of evacuees
RMTU is now the President Ramon Magsaysay State University
The former Ramon Magsaysay Technological University in Zambales achieves full university status under Republic Act 11015
[OPINION] Through gunshots and fire, I survived
It was a day of celebration for us. Or so we thought.
CA upholds dismissal of Bulacan State University officials over field trip tragedy
The Court of Appeals says the university officials 'violated their basic duty of protecting the students from harm while under their custody and supervision' during the 2014 field trip to San Miguel, Bulacan
LIST: 78 local universities, colleges covered by free tuition law
CHED officer-in-charge Prospero de Vera III says the 78 LUCs will no longer collect tuition and fees starting school year 2018 to 2019
[OPINION] Protests remind us that we can do better
Mindanaons continue to be at the forefront of demanding reforms in the rehabilitation of Marawi, militarization of Lumad communities, and the stalled Bangsamoro Basic Law. We continue to fight today in the same way our mentors fought for our future before.
UP chancellor endorses February 23, 24 activities vs EJKs, attack on press freedom
'We need to encourage our students to participate in the activities as part of their education,' UP Diliman Chancellor Michael Tan says
UP student groups vow bigger protests vs Duterte gov't
Progressive groups based at the state university are gearing for a bigger protest on Friday, February 23
Michigan launches probe into US gymnastics sex abuse doctor
Attorney General Bill Schuette says his department would "put a bright light at every corner" of Michigan State University, which is under scrutiny for a 2014 investigation that cleared Larry Nassar of serious wrongdoing
Transforming universities into sustainable campuses, one pedal at a time
Here are some points to consider on how university campuses can achieve sustainable mobility culture
CLSU gets P10-M grant for education of mega drug rehab patients
The Central Luzon State University in Nueva Ecija develops instructional modules for patients who want to complete their education or learn livelihood skills
University president killed in Cagayan de Oro
(2ND UPDATE) Dr Ricardo Rotoras is the president of the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines in Cagayan de Oro and the Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges
