Philippine Christian University
The Philippine Christian University (PCU) is a private, Protestant 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 | |
Former names | Manila Union University Philippine Christian College. |
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| Motto | Faith, Character and Service |
| Type | Private Protestant research Coeducational 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 D. Padillo |
| President | Junifen F. Gauuan, Ph.D. |
| Location | , , 14°34′34″N 120°59′20″E / 14.576069°N 120.988901°ECoordinates: 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, NCAA South |
| Mascot | Dolphin |
| Website | www |
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
PCU joined the National Collegiate Athletic Association in 1996. The varsity teams are the PCU Dolphins.
References
External links
- Philippine Christian University