Centro Escolar University facts for kids
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Former names
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Centro Escolar de Señoritas (1907–1933) |
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| Type | Private nonsectarian coeducational university |
| Established | June 3, 1907 |
| Founders | Librada Avelino Carmen de Luna |
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IAU PAASCU AUN UMAP PACUCOA ASAIHL |
| President | Danilo Concepcion (2025–present) |
| Students | 20,000+ |
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9 Mendiola Street
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San Miguel, Manila Philippines
14°35′57″N 120°59′31″E / 14.599033°N 120.991980°E |
| Alma Mater song | Himno ng Pamantasang Centro Escolar (Centro Escolar University Hymn) |
| Colors | Pink and Grey |
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Sporting affiliations
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UCAL, MNCAA, WNCAA |
| Mascot | Scorpions |
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Centro Escolar University (often called CEU) is a private university in Manila, Philippines. It was started in 1907 by Librada Avelino and Carmen de Luna. CEU is one of the oldest modern universities in the Philippines.
It has six campuses, including its main one in San Miguel, Manila. Other campuses are in Malolos, Las Piñas, Cebu City, and two in Makati. CEU offers many different school programs and is active in research.
CEU is recognized by many important groups in the Philippines. It has a high level of accreditation, which means its programs are very good. In 2006, CEU received a special award from the Pope called the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice. In 2022, it got a Safety Seal from the government, showing it's a safe place for students.
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History of CEU
CEU began in 1907 as the Centro Escolar de Señoritas. It was founded by teachers Librada Avelino and Carmen de Luna. The school's main goal was to teach young women to be smart, good citizens, and leaders. It was the first non-religious school for women in the Philippines.
In 1921, it started the first College of Pharmacy in the Philippines. This was a big step for medical education in the country. Later, other colleges like Liberal Arts, Education, Business, Dentistry, and Optometry were added.
The school became a university in 1930. In 1932, its name changed to Centro Escolar University. In 2009, the School of Law and Jurisprudence was opened.
CEU also has an Integrated School for younger students. It was first part of the university when it started. After a break, it was brought back in 2014. Now, the Centro Escolar Integrated School (CEIS) is available in Manila, Malolos, and Makati.
CEU has had seven presidents since it began. These leaders have guided the university through its history. The current president is Danilo Concepcion.
CEU Campuses
CEU has six campuses where students can study. These include the main campus in Manila and others across the Philippines.
- Cebu City - This campus opened in 2012. It was the first CEU campus outside of the main island of Luzon.
- Las Piñas - This campus started as Las Piñas College in 1975. CEU took it over in 2015.
- Makati, Gil Puyat - Opened in 2005, this campus is located in the business center of Makati.
- Makati, Legazpi Village - This campus opened in 2007, also in Makati.
- Malolos campus - Opened in 1978. This campus has a special hotel called Ada, named after founder Librada Avelino. It helps students learn about hospitality and tourism. It also has a large auditorium called the Centrodome.
- Mendiola campus - This is the main campus of CEU. It moved here in 1924. A special marker was placed in 1952 to remember the university's founding.
What You Can Study at CEU
CEU has many different schools, each focusing on a specific area of study.
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CEU also has a Graduate School, which started in 1926. This is where a lot of the university's academic research happens. It offers advanced degrees, including a special post-doctoral degree in Business Administration.
Sports at CEU
CEU has many sports teams for students. They play basketball, volleyball, futsal, badminton, swimming, Taekwondo, and table tennis. The university's mascot is the Scorpions!
CEU's sports teams compete in different leagues, like the Men's National Collegiate Athletic Association and the Women's National Collegiate Athletic Association. They have also played in professional basketball leagues.
Famous People Who Went to CEU
Many notable people have studied at Centro Escolar University.
Entertainment
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- Maricar Balagtas - Binibining Pilipinas Universe 2004
Politics
- Concepcion A. Aguila - Lawyer and educator
- Lani Cayetano - Mayor of Taguig
- Aurora Cruz Ignacio - President and CEO of SSS
- Alicia dela Rosa Bala - Chairperson of the Civil Service Commission
- Gwendolyn Ecleo - Former mayor
- Dan Fernandez - Actor and current Member of the House of Representatives
- Minerva G. Laudico - First woman sectoral representative in the House of Representatives
- Salvador Laurel - Former Vice President of the Philippines
- Laarni A. Malibiran - Broadcaster
- Fidel V. Ramos - Former President of the Philippines
Religion
- Rolando Tirona - Archbishop of Caceres
Sports
- Alvin Abundo - PBA basketball player
- Misagh Bahadoran - Footballer and futsal player
- Vergel Meneses - Mayor and retired PBA basketball player
- Janine Pontejos - Professional basketball player and coach
