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16

Mar

By John Martin Revilla

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UST Faculty Union submits proposals for CBA, awaits admin counter-proposal

THE UST Faculty Union (USTFU) is awaiting a counter-proposal from the University administration after submitting its proposals for the renegotiations of the collective bargaining agreement (CBA). USTFU president Asst. Prof. Emerito Gonzales said the union submitted its proposals on March 10. The submissions are now being reviewed by the University’s…

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15

Mar

By Alliya Jade Perez

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Hontiveros calls for labor education in tertiary curriculum

SEN. RISA Hontiveros called for the inclusion of labor education in universities, saying it is needed for employees to understand and defend their rights in the workplace. During the UST Faculty Union general assembly on Friday, March 13, Hontiveros said labor education should be mainstreamed in the tertiary curriculum and…

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14

Mar

By John Martin Revilla

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Outgoing USTFU chief wants next leaders to sustain union gains

THE OUTGOING president of the UST Faculty Union (USTFU) expressed hope that the next leaders would sustain and strengthen the gains achieved by the organization as his term nears its end. USTFU president Asst. Prof. Emerito Gonzales, who was elected in 2021, said future officers should continue advancing the union’s…

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13

Mar

By Mei Lin Weng

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USTFU: Proposal to hold online classes to ease impact of oil price hikes not agreed upon by whole union

THE UST Faculty Union (USTFU) clarified that  the letter requesting that the University shift classes online to ease the effects of rising fuel costs triggered by the Middle East tensions does not reflect the stance of all its members. In a statement posted on its Facebook page on Thursday, March…

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12

Mar

By Ma. Alyanna Selda

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UST Faculty Union head calls for online classes as fuel prices surge

THE UST Faculty Union (USTFU) president has urged the administration to shift course lectures online following the surge in oil prices triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. In a letter to Vice Rector for Academic Affairs (OVRAA) Prof. Cheryl Peralta, USTFU head Asst. Prof. Emerito Gonzales proposed…

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11

Mar

By Mei Lin Weng

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Isko: Health permit policy only for new applicants, certain sectors

MANILA MAYOR Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso clarified on Wednesday, March 11, that those working for educational institutions no longer need to secure an annual health permit, a requirement that has been labeled by UST labor groups as "unnecessary," "questionable" and "costly." Only new applicants and workers in specific sectors, such…

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09

Mar

By Alliya Jade Perez

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UST Hiraya slams lawmaker’s sexual remark on Anne Curtis

UST HIRAYA, an organization that advocates for safe spaces and gender equality, has assailed Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay's controversial statement on Anne Curtis, calling it “a reflection of a broader patriarchal culture that objectifies women.” During a House justice committee hearing on the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte…

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09

Mar

By The Flame News

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The Varsitarian bags seven awards in New York campus media tilt

THE VARSITARIAN, the official student publication of UST, earned seven accolades at the 2026 Apple Awards of the College Media Association (CMA), it announced on Monday, March 9. The CMA is a United States-based organization of collegiate media and advisers, including The Varsitarian. The UST publication had won eight titles…

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08

Mar

By Dave Justine Desilos

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Create spaces for women in leadership, peace efforts — Ukrainian envoy

SOCIETY NEEDS more female leaders in peace negotiations because they have unique perspectives on inclusivity and sustainability during global crises, a Ukrainian diplomat said. Citing the lack of female negotiators in the peace talks among Ukraine, Russia, the United States and other nations, Ukrainian ambassador to the Philippines Yuliia Fediv called…

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03

Mar

By Alliya Jade Perez

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Clear hiring rules needed to prevent gender-based discrimination, broadcast journalist says

MEDIA INSTITUTIONS should establish  guidelines to ensure that hiring decisions are based on qualifications, not gender, to prevent discrimination, a broadcast journalist said. Bernadette Reyes, an anchor and reporter for GMA News, said women in the media continue to face gender-based discrimination, as their capabilities are often questioned when they take on roles…

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