John Wyne M. Palad, News, College of Communication
After three years, the heart of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) pulsed with excitement and pride.
Inside the historic halls of Bulwagang Balagtas, laughter and applause echoed—signaling the triumphant return of the University-Wide Academic Contests (UAC) 2025, a vibrant celebration of intellect and creativity, and the rekindling of the true PUPian spirit.
More than a competition, the UAC’s return shows that PUP’s traditions continue to thrive. Even when challenges arise, they may slow us down—but they never stop our spirit from burning.
A Tradition Reborn
The UAC has always been one of PUP’s proudest traditions. It is an academic arena where intelligence, camaraderie, and analytical skill shine. Its comeback brought together students from across the PUP System, reaffirming their shared pursuit of academic excellence.
This year’s competitions spanned a wide range of disciplines. From General Information, Social Sciences, Philippine History, Culture and the Arts, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Science, Mathematics, and Statistics to Extemporaneous Speaking, Dagliang Talumpati, Debate, and Essay Writing. Each contest tested quick thinking, deep knowledge, sharp articulation, and teamwork, all reflecting the strength of the PUP community.
Stories of Victory
The 2025 contests produced not just champions but also stories of perseverance and pride across campuses and colleges.
PUP campuses showcased their academic excellence across various quiz bees and competitions, with several teams and individuals emerging as overall champions.
PUP Sto. Tomas reigned supreme in the ICT Quiz Bee, as well as the General Science Quiz Bee, displaying consistent mastery in both fields. PUP Ragay proved its strength in the Basic Mathematics Quiz Bee, while PUP Maragondon clinched the top spot in the Basic Statistics Quiz Bee.
The College of Science (COS) secured the overall title in the Social Sciences Quiz Bee, and the College of Social Sciences and Development (CSSD) and the Computer and Information Sciences (CCIS) both demonstrated its expertise by winning the Philippine History, Culture, and the Arts Quiz Bee and General Information Contest, respectively.
In the communication and literary categories, the College of Communication (COC) captured the spotlight by winning the Intercollegiate Debate. The judges hailed Julius Ceasar B. Porcia of the College of Accountancy and Finance (CAF) as the overall champion in Extemporaneous Speaking. Mark Rheyneil Z. Hembrado of the College of Education (COED) dominated the Dagliang Talumpati, while Jamie L. Daragay from COS triumphed in Pagsulat ng Sanaysay. Justin Jhon T. Aran of CCIS claimed victory in the Essay Writing Contest.
The festival of excellence culminated with PUP Santo Tomas hailed as the UAC 2025 Overall Champion, followed by the COED and CCIS coming as first and second runners-up, respectively.
Brilliance Across the PUP System
The diversity of winners and runner-ups—from Ragay in Bicol to Santo Tomas in Batangas, from Maragondon in Cavite to Santa Rosa in Laguna, and across Metro Manila’s colleges—underscored one truth: brilliance thrives everywhere in PUP.
Each campus brought pride not only through medals but also through stories of teamwork, determination, and academic excellence. Their victories highlighted PUP’s enduring reputation for producing scholars who combine intellect with integrity and purpose.
More Than Medals
Beyond the trophies and certificates, UAC 2025 reignited the fire of the Iskolar ng Bayan—a reminder that true victory lies not only in winning but in striving together for knowledge and service.
Each correct answer and eloquent argument symbolized resilience; each round of applause reaffirmed the unity and brilliance of the PUP community.
As the curtains closed, the contests left more than a list of champions—they rekindled a legacy. UAC 2025 proved that the intellectual spirit of PUP will continue to shine brightly, inspiring generations of scholars to come.
The comeback of the UAC was more than a return. It was a rekindling—proof that the PUPian spirit, once lit, will always shine through.
2025 UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CONTESTS LIST OF WINNERS
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