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30/04/2026

: No classes and office operations will be held across all campuses tomorrow, May 1, in observance of Labor Day, as announced by the University.

29/04/2026

ONGOING: Striking through winds and waves, the Beach Volleyball Tournament commences with an Opening Ceremony today, April 29, at the Nuvali Sand Courts, Laguna.

The Mapúa University Men’s Volleyball Team (MU MVT), Mapúa Lady Cardinals, and Mapúa Junior Spikers are on full attendance at they brace for a five-day adventure until May 3.

Photo courtesy of Arjay Ramos

28/04/2026

JUST IN: In the recently conducted Registered Electrical Engineers Licensure Examination, Mapúa University logged a 53.33% passing rate.

The Professional Regulation Commission also announced that 3,769 out of 6,556 takers passed the said licensure examination.

28/04/2026

INK-BORNE LEGENDS 🦸‍♂️💬✍

Superheroes are magical, fantastical make-believe people born from the ink of comic book pages and the spectacles of the giant silver screen. And yet, the true essence of superhero imagery lies in the real-world courage inspired by their fictional stories. Today, we honor these larger-than-life figures not just as entertainment icons, but as symbols of the resilience and integrity we strive to mirror in our everyday lives. Often, we see these values reflect in our first responders, medical professionals, educators, and community leaders - individuals who are always there to save the day.

As part of the celebration, let us know down below what superpower you want to obtain but let the public give it's consequences for you.

Graphics by: Angeline Rose M. Donadilla and Alaisa C. Magueriano

27/04/2026

PHP20.00 PA BA 'YAN? 💸🤨

The world today brings a lot, not only experiences, but complications that line itself along our financial needs. A simple twenty peso bill could have fed ourselves before but now, it doesn't have the same worth.

As the years went on, factored by with what's happening inside and outside of the country, it has no doubt affected the currency value.

This National Financial Literacy Month, we bring our attention to how the country's economics affect our financial literacy. Discussing the past to current events that shows the scale of how our economics changed throughout the years and how that affected us, gives us the answer to the question, "Twenty pesos pa ba yan?"

Article by: Armand Chinnoe Karlo F. Bernabeo V, Julian Chase W. Valencia, Germagne P. Verutiao
Graphics by: Chalxiene May B. Koh

Read the full article here: https://www.mapuatnb.com/post/rethinking-financial-literacy-hanggang-saan-aabot-ang-php20-00-mo

Years ago, local television screens frequently asked viewers how far PHP20 could go. Back then, it was a lighthearted inquiry about a sweet ice cream treat on a sweltering afternoon. Today, the modern working-class Filipino asks a much heavier, more daunting version of that question—not about a si...

25/04/2026

STURDY AS THE PHILIPPINE LITERATURE📖✨
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‎Rooted deep in Philippine soil, our literature has outlasted every storm, celebrated every triumph, and stood as a silent witness to our history. From the ancient chants of our ancestors to the digital screens of today, the stories we tell are the unbroken threads that bind us as a nation.
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‎As we celebrate National Literature Month, we look back at the iconic works and the voices that define our heritage. From the classic stage to the digital age, let’s honor the genres and authors that keep the Filipino story alive.
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‎Article by: Marco R. Sunga and Hailey Jade T. Miranda
‎Graphics by: Marcell Patricio
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‎Read full article here: https://www.mapuatnb.com/post/the-unbroken-thread-of-philippine-literature
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Nowadays, media consumption is embedded in our everyday lives. This manifests in the family noontime shows we watch during siesta, all the way to the newscasts we tune into in the evenings right before dinner. Various stories are embedded into these media, tying threads that connect us to one anothe...

24/04/2026

IN PHOTOS: The stars have aligned as Mr. and Ms. Cosmic, Daniele Zaragoza (SHS) and Kyla Sumergido (SON) are officially crowned as the Mr. and Ms. Cardinals 2026 at the Intramuros Campus Gymnasium concluding the Grand Cosmic Odyssey.

Joining them in this journey are Mr. and Ms Astral (1st Runners-Up) are Kenji Sanguyo (SOIT) and Janh Bonifacio (EECE), followed by Mr. and Ms. Celest (2nd Runners-Up) Elijah Naquila (CBMES) and Florsita Santiago (ARIDBE), and finally Mr. and Ms. Stellar (3rd Runners-Up) Lance Villena (ARIDBE) and Beatriz Amion (SHS).

Photos by: Paulina Joy B. Suyod

24/04/2026

IN PHOTOS: During tonight's Mr. and Ms. Cardinals 2026 coronation event, special and sponsored awards of the night were conferred for the candidates that exemplified elegance and charisma at the Intramuros Campus Gymnasium.

The following awards were given:
Mr. Body Expert - Daniele Zaragoza (SHS)

Ms. Pretty Secret - Iceley Manit (IE-EMG)

Mr. and Ms. Magnitude Events and Production Choice Award - Iñaki Castasus (SFSE) and Roxelle Elizaga

Mr. and Ms. OSAAR 2026 - Iñaki Castasus (SFSE) and Iceley Manit (IE-EMG)

Mr. and Ms. Photogenic Award - Iñaki Castasus (SFSE) and Beatriz Amion (SHS)

Mapuan Choice Award (Mr. Crowd Favorite and Ms. Crowd Favorite) - Cyrus Reginio (EECE) and Aisley Lumberio (CBMES)

Mr. and Ms. Best Interview - Kenji Sanguyo (SOIT) and Janh Bonifacio (EECE)

Best in Production Number - Iñaki Castasus (SFSE) and Beatriz Amion (SHS)

Best in Department Wear - Lance Villena (ARIDBE) and Florsita Santiago (ARIDBE)

Best in Summer Wear - Daniele Zaragoza (SHS) and Iceley Manit (IE-EMG)

Best in Advocacy Award - Lance Villena (ARIDBE) and Winey Carrerero (SOIT)

Best in Theme Wear - Leiron Sionosa (SON) and Kyla Sumergido (SON)

Best in Evening Wear - Iñaki Castasus (SFSE) and Iceley Manit (IE-EMG)

24/04/2026

LOOK: Ready to take their place among the stars, candidates of this year's Mr. and Ms. Cardinals shine in their formal wear as the coronation event comes to a close.

Photos by: Gabriella Isobel D. Foronda

24/04/2026

LOOK: In tonight's coronation event, candidates dazzle in astrology-inspired costumes during the Theme Wear portion of the Mr. and Ms. Cardinals 2026.

Phots by: Paulina Joy B. Suyod

24/04/2026

LOOK: Candidates bring the heat as they strut their summer wear in this year's Mr. and Ms. Cardinals 2026 coronation event.

Photos by: Paulina Joy B. Suyod

24/04/2026

ONGOING: 26 representatives from the various schools and departments of the University set sail for the coronation event of the Mr. and Ms. Cardinals 2026: Grand Cosmic Odyssey held at the Intramuros Campus Gymnasium.

Photos by: Gabrielle Isobel D. Foronda and Paulina Joy B. Suyod