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How to Quarterm: A Mapúan's Seven-Step Guide
As the summer break comes to an end, the beginning of a new academic year awaits Mapúa's best and brightest. Newer students and freshmen alike, however, might be hesitant about the return of Mapúa’s standout feature: its Quarterm system.
Aug 35 min read


Lights, Camera, Mapúa: The New Generation of Storytellers
Known for its excellence as the Philippines’ premier engineering and technological institution, Mapúa University (MU) has long been a breeding ground for technical innovators. Often associated with hard hats, drafting tables, and circuit boards, the Mapúan community has been consistently branching out into wider horizons, defined by camera lenses, storyboards, and festival spotlights.
Jul 236 min read


Forming strategic alliances in Filipino youth governance
The recently concluded Good Governance Conference 2026, held at the Quezon City Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions Center, has shifted the landscape of local public administration toward radical transparency and data-driven civic spaces. The summit gathered more than 300 student leaders, journalists, and civil society advocates under the theme “Tayo ang Gobyerno: Sama-samang Pagkilos ng Kabataan Para sa Mabuting Pamamahala.”
Jul 152 min read


Fostering watchdogs: How PH campus press is reclaiming the human rights narrative
Student journalists find themselves thrust into the frontlines of truth-telling in an era increasingly defined by censorship, digital harassment, and sophisticated disinformation networks. Reporting on communities and structural issues means frequently navigating a minefield of legal threats and safety risks.
Jul 53 min read


Behind the Glitz and Glamor of Drag
On a brightly decorated stage, accompanied by flashing lights and blasting music, strikingly sharp silhouettes stand preparing for their grandiose entrances. Drag is often a masterclass in creativity and high-energy performances, but what lies beneath the humor and spectacle is a fierce clawing and grasping of things so close, yet so far.
Jun 308 min read


Charge Ahead: Mapúa Cardinal One secures Gold Sponsorship from Kinmo PW (Uni-T) for Shell Eco-Marathon 2027
Mapúa University’s (MU) Cardinal One, the university’s premier student-led engineering team for sustainable automotive design, fabrication, and innovation, inked a Gold Sponsorship partnership with Kinmo PW / Unit-T. The collaboration provides a significant technical boost to the team as they gear up for the prestigious international Shell Eco-Marathon 2027.
May 292 min read


Mapping Its Way Home: Mapúa University to Welcome the Historic 1734 Murillo Velarde Map
On May 18, 2026, Mapúa University (MU) is set to welcome a national relic in its red and gold halls, becoming part of the small community of Philippine universities to receive an authenticated replica of the 1734 Murillo Velarde Map. Known as the “Mother of All Philippine Maps,” this landmark donation continues Mapúa’s role in preserving Filipino identity and fostering a generation grounded in history and socio-political awareness.
May 164 min read


TNB adviser maps career pathways in multimedia seminar
The Philippine film and video industry is often viewed through a lens of glamour, yet for aspiring creators, the path from the classroom to the studio can feel like a complex maze.
May 62 min read


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 single coin, but about their entire monthly paycheck.
Apr 275 min read


The Unbroken Thread of Philippine Literature
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 another in a true Filipino fashion. This connection has enabled us to build our distinct culture, share knowledge, and form a sense of community and nationality.
Apr 256 min read


Before the Embers: How to Prevent Fires at Home
Coinciding with the height of the Philippines’ fire prevention month is also the start of the vacation season. Heading out the door means leaving it in a fragile state. Sometimes, fires are viewed as a distant “what if,” but the reality is that they are more likely to happen. Its aftermath leaves a devastating wind of what once was. So before running out the door, do a quick pre-departure rundown. Tick off the list, as this serves as the first line of defense against the unex
Mar 313 min read


Play Review: About Us But Not About Us
Secrets. Tension. Truths long buried. Two people meet at a restaurant over a single meal—where every word stirs a past they thought was behind them, where conversation becomes a confrontation, and where silence speaks just as loudly as words.
Feb 134 min read


Mapúan Essentials: More Than Just a Cup
This World Coffee Day, let’s celebrate more than the drink itself. Let us celebrate what it symbolizes: endurance in sleepless nights, community in shared tables, and innovation that began right here in our university. Because in every cup of joe, Mapúans don’t just find energy—they find resilience.
Oct 1, 20254 min read


Drafted by Pressure, Drawn by Vision
On March 2023, BAKAWONE, a mangrove-inspired civic shopping center that embodied the idea of cultural unity, earned Mapúa University (MU) alumnus and
Aug 27, 20254 min read


MU Cardinal One: Engineering innovative passion
A student-led engineering team from Mapúa University (MU) is quietly reshaping the future of sustainable mobility. Fueled with bold ambition and relentless grit, MU Cardinal One is preparing to unveil its first-ever electric vehicle (EV) prototype for the 2026 Shell Eco-Marathon (SEM) Asia Pacific and the Middle East—marking a historic leap not just for the team, but for the university and the Philippines as well.
Jul 17, 20253 min read


Only We Know: A Review
In an age where relationships are defined by labels, many often oversimplify the complex bonds between people, the connection that only those within t
Jun 19, 20253 min read


The Many-Faced Man
The quintessential picture of the word "father" involves four things: the sound of a very loud crowing rooster, the strong scent of a hot cup of black coffee, a new issue of a local newspaper released
Jun 15, 20255 min read


Political Participation
Political participation is more than just casting a vote—it's about being an active and aware member of your community. It involves engaging in various activities that influence public decisions and shape the society we live in. Whether it’s attending a discussion meeting, joining a protest, or simply staying informed, it speaks for your will to be included.
May 11, 20253 min read


In Leadership and Service: Mikaela Angela T. Subosa
Championing the voices of the student body, the Central Student Council (CSC) stands as one of the pillars of the Mapúa's University Student Government (USG). Tasked with representing the Mapúan student body, the CSC works tirelessly to address student concerns, foster inclusivity, and create initiatives that resonate with the students.
Apr 24, 20253 min read


The Anatomy of a Leader: Cyruss James S. Mendoza
The Council of Presidents (COP) is part of Mapúa University’s (MU) University Student Government (USG) trifecta, consisting of the presidents of each local student council. In this pivotal year, Cyruss James S. Mendoza of the School of Health Studies (SoHS) chairs the COP.
Apr 15, 20253 min read
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