The Philippine Christian University (PCU) is a private, Protestant, and coeducational basic and higher education institution located in Ermita, Manila, Philippines. It was founded in 1946 through the initiatives of the laymen of the Evangelical Association of the Philippines. Originally named as Manila Union University, it was renamed as Philippine Christian College (PCC). In 1976, the PCC acquired university status.[1]
Pamantasang Kristiyano ng Pilipinas (Filipino) | |
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| Motto | Faith, Character and Service |
| Type | Private basic and higher education institution |
| Established | 1946 |
Religious affiliation | The United Methodist Church and the United Church of Christ in the Philippines but maintains its independence in governance |
Academic affiliations | Inter-Institutional Consortium, ISO, ACSCU-AAI, |
| Chairman | Bishop Emergencio Padillo |
| President | Junifen F. Gauuan |
| Location | , , 14°34′34″N 120°59′20″E / 14.576069°N 120.988901°E |
| Hymn | PCU Hymn |
| Colors | Blue and Silver |
| Nickname | PCU Dolphins |
Sporting affiliations | NAASCU, UCAL, NCAA South |
| Mascot | Dolphin |
| Website | www |
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PCU is one of the two major mainline protestant universities at the heart of Metro Manila.[1] The other is Trinity University of Asia (founded under the auspices of the Protestant Episcopal Church). It is also a member institution of Association of Christian Schools, Colleges and Universities (ACSCU).
The university maintains a satellite campus in Iloilo City through a partnership with the St. Roberts International Academy.
Athletics
editPCU Manila joined the National Collegiate Athletic Association from 1996 to 2007, and 2008 to 2009. The varsity teams are called the PCU Dolphins.
On the other hand, PCU Dasmariñas athletic teams are also called PCU Dolphins and are members of NCAA South since 1999.
Notable Alumni
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "Philippine Christian University". Education Pinoy. Retrieved December 23, 2011.
External links
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Media related to Philippine Christian University at Wikimedia Commons- Official website
