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Centro Escolar University
File:Ceu logo.jpg
MottoCiencia Y Virtud (Knowledge and Virtue)
TypePrivate, Non-Sectarian
EstablishedJune 3, 1907
PresidentRosita L. Navarro, Ph. D.
UndergraduatesApprox. 24,000
Location
Manila
,
Metro Manila
,
Philippines
CampusUrban (3 Campuses: Mendiola, Malolos, Makati CBD)
HymnImno ng Pamantasang Centro Escolar (Centro Escolar University Hymn)
ColorsPink and Gray
MascotCEU Scorpions (men) CEU Lady Scorpions (women)
Websitewww.ceu.edu.ph

Centro Escolar University is one of the most stable educational institutions in the Philippines. Known as one of the pioneers of women education in the Philippines, founded on June 3, 1907 by two women, Librada Avelino and Carmen de Luna, it is originally called as Centro Escolar de Señoritas. It became a university in 1939. Today, the university has three campuses, the Mendiola Campus at Mendiola Street in Manila, the Malolos Campus established in 1978, is in the northern suburb of Malolos City in Bulacan province and the newly established Makati Campus in 2005, is in the Makati Central Business District. Originally, its Parañaque Campus was part of the university's system until it was phased out in the early 1990s.

The university caters the instruction and training of the Filipino youth in the branches of arts, humanities, sciences, and allied medicine. CEU is also known for its Dentistry and Pharmacy graduates because of its high standards of instructions on that field. All of its academic programs are accredited Levels 2 and 3 by the Federation of Accrediting Agencies of the Philippines. CEU is the first university in the Philippines that was given an ISO:9002 certification on its campuses, attaining higher standards of service it caters to its students. On 2007, the university will celebrate its centennial year.

Schools, Colleges and Academic Programs

Integrated School (1907-2003)

The original academic program of the university, its elementary and high school programs opened in 1907 served thousands of students until it was phased out in its Mendiola Campus in the mid-1990s and formally phased out in 2003 in its Malolos campus. The last batch of its elementary and high school students were from its Malolos Campus in 2003 and 2001 respectively.

Pharmacy (1921)

The first tertiary academic program of the university is the bachelor's degree in Pharmacy. Today the college is known as the School of Pharmacy, also known for its top-notch board passers in the field of Pharmacy in the country. It currently offers bachelor's, masteral and doctoral degrees in Pharmacy. The school is one of the founding members of the Philippine Association of the Colleges of Pharmacy and the Asian Association of Schools of Pharmacy.

Liberal Arts (1922), Education (1923), Music (1907) and Social Work

The School of Education, Liberal Arts, Music and Social Work (SELAMS) merged in the late 1990s to integrate the four major departments of the university. CEU also maintain a great tradition of nurturing the youth through its education programs. The Education Department offers Bachelor's degrees in Secondary and Elementary Education with nine majors. The Liberal Arts department offers degrees in Mass Communication, Language Arts, Economics and Political Science. The school offers great approach to its courses specially centered on humanities and social sciences. The Conservatory of Music offers Bachelor of Music degrees in seven majors namely Music Education and Applied Music in Composition, Conducting, Guitar or String, Piano, Voice, and Wind instruments. Meanwhile the school's Social Work department offers bachelor's degree in Social Work.

Dentistry (1924)

The College of Dentistry is currently the largest and the most modern dental school in the Philippines and one of Asia's finest dental schools. The college offers the four-year degree as Doctor of Dental Medicine and two-year non-degree certification as a Dental Technician. The college maintains high standards of education and facilities, proved in high rankings and percentages of board examination passers in the field of Dentistry in the Philippines.

Optometry (1927)

The College of Optometry maintains its premiership in the Philippine Optometry education as it continues to set trends in its curriculum, facilities and faculty development. It is one of the most modern and complete optometry schools in the Far East. The college offers a four year degree of Doctor of Optometry.

Science (1928)

Established in 1928, the School of Science offers bachelor's and masteral degrees in Biology, Psychology and Cosmetic Science. It is the first school in the Philippines to offer a degree in Cosmetology. While it offers masteral degrees in Psychology, Guidance, Mathematics and Science Educations.

Nutrition (1958), Home Economics (1967), Tourism (1989)

The School of Tourism, Family Economics and Nutrition (STourFEN), pioneered the first College of Foods and Nutrition in the Philippines in 1958, the school now offers bachelors degrees in Tourism, Family or Home Economics and Nutrition and Dietetics. The school also offers bachelors degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management.

Medical Technology

The College of Medical Technology offers bachelors degree in Medical Technology. It is the first school in the Philippines to integrate the Emergency Medical Technician in its curriculum. The school is also the first and only school in the Philippines to be accredited as a Drug-Testing facility.

Nursing (1975)

Founded in 1975, the College of Nursing offers bachelors and masteral degrees in Nursing.

Accountancy, Management and Technology

The School of Accountancy, Management and Technology is the largest college in terms of student population in the university system. It offers bachelors degrees in Accountancy, Business Administration, E-Commerce Technology, Secretarial Administration, Computer Science and Information Systems, Management Engineering and Computer Engineering.

Graduate School (1926)

Established in 1926 under the leadership of Dr. Concepcion Aguila as its first dean, the Graduate School has produced world-class and well-trained professionals since then. Today, the school offers masteral and doctoral programs in the fields of Education, Liberal Arts, Business Administration, Sciences, Philosophy, Pharmacy, Dental Education, and Public Administration. It is the only school in the Philippines that offers a post-doctoral degree on Total Quality Management on Higher Education.

Famous Attendees, Alumnis and Honorary Escolarians

University Officials and Officers

Current Officials and Officers as of May 15, 2006:

Emilio T. Yap Chairman of the Board of Directors
Ernesto T. Echauz Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors
Rosita L. Navarro President and Chief Academic Officer
Carmelita E. la'O Senior Vice President
Patricia B. Echauz Vice President for Finance and Investor Relations Officer
Lucila C. Tiongco Vice President for Alumni Affairs
Rosita G. Santos Senior Assistant Vice President for Research and Evaluation
Claire Z. Manalo Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs
Conrado M. Iñigo Jr. Assistant Vice President for Technology and Development
Juliana M. Alvaro Assistant Vice President for Malolos Campus
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