Philippine Trivia
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The University of Santo Tomas (UST) is the oldest existing university in Asia and the oldest university in the Philippines, founded on April 28, 1611 by Archbishop Miguel de Benavides.
That's over 415 years of history, making UST older than many famous universities across the Americas! From its Spanish colonial roots to becoming one of the country's most respected educational institutions, UST has produced countless national heroes, saints, scientists, artists, and leaders.
Walking around its campus feels like stepping into a living piece of Philippine history. ποΈβ¨
Trivia: UST is also recognized as the largest Catholic university in the world in terms of student population.
Have you ever visited UST? What's your favorite memory of the campus? ππ―
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