Face-to-Face classes resume in Urdaneta City University

Urdaneta City University (UCU) posted a 100-percent passing rate in the September 2026 Social Workers Licensure Examination, with all 30 of its examinees making the cut.The batch was composed of 29 first-time takers and one repeater, placing UCU among the schools ranked...

Malacañang has ordered a half-day suspension of work in government offices on Monday, September 28, beginning at 1 p.m., in observance of the 34th National Family Week.The suspension is pursuant to Proclamation No. 60 (s. of 1992) which declared the last week of Septemb...

Urdaneta City University (UCU) recorded five passers in the September 2026 Registered Master Electricians Licensure Examination (RMELE) and Registered Electrical Engineers Licensure Examination (REELE).According to the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), 715 out o...

Malacañang has directed the implementation of appropriate alternative work arrangements in government offices and alternative learning modes for classes at all levels in public and private schools in 14 regions, including Pangasinan, on September 10, 2026, due to contin...

 The university sent off a total of 59 bar examinees belonging to Batch Siklab. The UCU-COL team, led by Atty. Samson E. Florendo, dean of the College of Law, Judge Cynthia M. Florendo, Law Professor, Atty. Leopoldo C. De Vera Jr., adviser of the Societas Lex Scholastic...

Kinapos na makapasok sa susunod na round ng US Open ang pambato ng Pilipinas na si Alex Eala matapos siyang talunin ng World No. 14 at Amerikanang si Iva Jovic, 5-7, 6-3, 5-7, sa New York City, Setyembre 6.Bagama’t nadaig, ito ang pinakamalayong narating ni Eala sa US O...

Hinirang si Mark Harris G. Rubang bilang bagong tagapayo ng Urdaneta City University-Student Council (UCU-SC) sa Turn-Over Ceremony na isinagawa sa Google Meet, ngayong araw, Setyembre 4, 2026. ‎‎Humalili ito kay Dr. Jeffrey M. Caoile na nagsilbing tagapayo ng konseho s...

Urdaneta City University (UCU) produced 128 newly registered criminologists after posting a 45.71% institutional passing rate in the August 2026 Criminology Licensure Examination (CLE).A total of 16,952 out of 29,452 examinees passed the August 2026 Licensure Examinatio...

August didn't give me salt air, just how Taylor reminisces her summer.Tomorrow is another month, and I still didn't even get the chance to see the sun. The sky was too busy gathering clouds, and the rain kept arriving with another warning.One typhoon after another, Luzo...

Bigong makaabante sa semifinals ang Urdaneta City University (UCU) Knights Reborn Esports matapos silang patumbahin ng National University (NU) Bulldogs sa kanilang best-of-one (BO1) match sa katatapos na Realme Mobile Legends Cup (RMC) Season 10 sa Sta. Cruz, Manila, A...

Bilang bahagi ng pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa, matagumpay na isinagawa ang iba’t ibang patimpalak sa Urdaneta City University ngayong araw, Agosto 28.Sa temang “Wikang Filipino at AI: Kasangkapan sa Pananaliksik at Tulay sa Yaman ng Impormasyon,” tampok sa pr...

Sa pangunguna ng Batsilyer ng Sining sa Komunikasyon, tampok ang “MIC CHECK, 1-2: Wikang Pambansa, Naririnig Pa Ba?” bilang bahagi ng isang espesyal na episode ng UCU Campus Radio para sa pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wika 2026.Naging panauhin sa online na programa sina Bb. J...

After weeks of online and hybrid learning due to the effects of the southwest monsoon (Habagat), UCUnians line up to enter the campus following the resumption of face-to-face classes and activities at Urdaneta City University on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.#TheUniversitySc...

Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena cleared 5.91 meters to set a new meet record and secure the gold at the Golden Sand 2026 Meet in Międzyzdroje, Poland, August 18. With the victory, Obiena now has eight gold medals in the 2026 season.His next competition will be in Septem...

Bigong makaabante sa susunod na round ang pambato nating si Alex Eala matapos siyang mapataob ng world No. 10 na si Amanda Anisimova, 6-4, 4-6, 2-6, sa Cincinnati Open, Agosto 18.Sunod na makakaharap ni Anisimova ang world No. 8 na si Linda Nosková ng Czech Republic sa...

Dahil sa nagbabadyang sama ng panahon, pansamantalang naudlot ang laban ng Pinay tennis superstar, Alex Eala kontra sa Romanian national na si Elena-Gabriela Ruse sa Cincinnati Open 2026 ngayong Agosto 16.Sa unang set ng laro, agad nagpakita si Eala ng maliksing galaw a...

Muling pinatunayan ng Pilipinas na “Pinas lang, malakas!” nang magharap ang dalawang koponan nito sa final match ng FIVB Beach Pro Tour sa Korea, Agosto 16.Pinayuko nina Khylem Progella at Sofiah Pagara ang tambalang SiPons, na binubuo nina Bernadeth Pons at Sisi Rondin...

Albert Ian Delos Santos showcased his power and impressive form at the 2026 Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on August 12, capturing three gold medals.Competing in the Junior Men’s 70 kg division, Delos Santos lifted 180 kg in...

Muling sumulat ng kasaysayan ang Alas Pilipinas matapos masungkit ang silver medal at mapabagsak ang Team Indonesia sa second leg ng SEA V Cup sa Chiang Mai, Thailand, sa iskor na 25-13, 23-25, 25-19, 33-31.Bumira ng pinagsamang 34 puntos ang tambalang Laure-Belen, haba...

Bigong makaabante si Alex Eala sa quarterfinals ng National Bank Open matapos matuldukan ang kanyang winning streak kontra sa Swiss tennis star na si Belinda Bencic, 4-6, 0-6, sa Toronto, Canada.Sunod na makakaharap ni Bencic ang world No. 4 na si Coco Gauff sa quarterf...

Patuloy ang kampanya ng ating kababayan at world No. 20 na si Alex Eala matapos nitong matagumpay na daigin ang American tennis player na si Caty McNally, 6-3, 5-7, 6-4, sa National Bank Open sa Toronto, Canada, nitong Agosto 8.Dahil dito, aabante si Eala sa fourth roun...

Alas Pilipinas snapped its 15-game losing streak after stunning Vietnam in a thrilling four-set victory, 22-25, 25-23, 25-21, and 25-22, in the 6th SEA V Cup – Leg 2 in Thailand.The victory marked the Philippines’ first win over Vietnam since the 2019 ASEAN Grand Prix,...

Matapos ang makasaysayang kampanya sa Mubadala DC Open, ipinagpatuloy ng pambato ng Pilipinas na si Alex Eala ang kanyang winning streak matapos talunin ang katunggali nitong si Alycia Parks, 6-1, 4-6, 6-2, sa National Bank Open sa Toronto, Canada.Matatandaang nagharap...

Patuloy na humahakot ng gintong medalya ang Pinoy pole vaulter na si EJ Obiena matapos malampasan ang taas na 5.83 metro sa Stabhochsprung Meeting sa Jockgrim, Germany ngayong Agosto 6.Naitala ni Obiena ang ikaapat niyang gintong medalya sa Germany ngayong taon matapos...

Muling umukit ng kasaysayan ang Filipina tennis sensation na si Alex Eala matapos pabagsakin ang World No. 3 at top seed na si Jessica Pegula ng Estados Unidos, 4–6, 6–4, 6–0, sa finals ng 2026 Mubadala DC Open sa Washington, D.C., Agosto 3.Si Eala ang naging kauna-unah...

Umarangkada ang Pinay tennis superstar na si Alex Eala sa pinakabagong WTA world rankings matapos umakyat mula world No. 28 patungong world No. 20.Kasunod ng kanyang kampeonato sa 2026 Mubadala DC Open, kung saan tinalo niya ang world No. 3 na si Jessica Pegula, naging...

Pansamantalang sinuspinde ang women's singles championship match ng 2026 Mubadala DC Open sa pagitan nina Alex Eala ng Pilipinas at world No. 3 Jessica Pegula ng Estados Unidos matapos maantala ang laro dahil sa malakas na ulan.Nakuha ni Pegula ang unang set, 6-4, bago...

Aabante sa finals ang Pinay tennis superstar na si Alex Eala matapos patumbahin ang world No. 13 na si Naomi Osaka ng Japan sa kanilang semifinal match, 6-4, 6-2, sa 2026 WTA 500 Mubadala DC Open sa Washington, D.C., Agosto 2.Makakaharap ni Eala ang world No. 3 na si Je...

Team Thailand escaped with a hard-fought victory over Alas Pilipinas in a thrilling five-set clash during the 6th SEA V Cup – Leg 1, winning 25-17, 19-25, 25-15, 18-25, and 15-10.Despite suffering their second consecutive loss, Alas Pilipinas remains determined to secur...

The fifth State of the Nation Address was a eulogy delivered to a nation still fighting to stay alive.On July 27, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. opened his address by touting his administration’s reforms and the nearly ₱25 billion in assets recovered, frozen, or preserv...

Discipline was a word Jerameel B. Lapira heard often—but one he never fully understood. It was a virtue others seemed to live by effortlessly, while his own days drifted without structure or direction. Before Karatedo, his life moved in circles: restless habits, constan...

Editor's Note: Ikalawang taon pa lamang sa kursong BS Information Technology si John Lloyd Bayaca nang isulat ang artikulong ito. Siya ay nasa ikatlong taon na ngayon sa Urdaneta City University.Madilim ang paligid at tahimik ang gabi. Humahalimuyak ang tapang ng kemika...

The aspirants were Franz Joset A. Alipay, Norma Jesusa R. Bertuso, Neil Vincent V. Corpuz, Ezekiel Eun S. De Castro, Jeremy Ace C. Medios, and Jonalyn G. Taclibong.They completed three writing examinations and underwent a panel interview with Dr. Nhorly U. Domenden, Dir...

Urdaneta City University (UCU) produced 13 newly registered master plumbers after posting a 68.42% institutional passing rate in the July 2026 Master Plumbers Licensure Examination.Overall, a total of 4,907 out of 6,237 examinees passed the July 2026 Master Plumbers Lic...

Niyanig ng magnitude 4.5 na tectonic earthquake ang lalawigan ng Benguet nitong 2:33 ng hapon, ayon sa Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS).Natukoy ang sentro ng lindol sa 9 kilometro sa timog ng Tuba, Benguet (16.31°N, 120.55°E), na may lalim n...

Sa bawat pintuang nabubuksan, may isang taong madalas hindi napapansin—ngunit malaki ang ambag sa seguridad at tiwala sa komunidad: ang gumagawa mismo ng susi.Sa Urdaneta City, isa si Crispulo “Carding” Duad, 70, sa mga tahimik na manggagawang matagal nang sandigan ng m...

Kahit takpan ng ulap ang tanging sinag,Patuloy na sisiklab, hindi matitinag.Sa bawat unos na pilit bumubura,Magliliwanag, mas titindig pa.Hindi na kami maghihintay ng mata,Na kikilala lang kung kailan nila gusto.Sarili naming ningning ang s’yang patunay,Na kami’y mahala...

Hubarin ang talukbong sa matang may pangamba,  Buksan ang tanaw, hayaang makita.  Hindi ito aninong sa dilim nagtatago,  Ito’y liwanag na sa umaga’y nagbabago.  Tanggapin ang kulay na hindi hinulma ng iba,  Ito’y totoo, hindi hirang na katha.  Sa bawat hibla ng balat, m...

Pilit 'mang itinatago sa madilim na mundoNatutong tumindig at tumayo.Ilang beses nawawalan ng liwanagSa pag-aklas ‘di nagpatinag.Dahan-dahang lumabas,Tunay na kulay at halaga'y ipinamalas.Hindi nagpadaig sa aninong matitikasAt naniwalang makabuluhan ang bawat pagpagaspa...

Ilang taon na ang nakalipas,Tila ang sumpa'y walang wakas.Nandito pa rin ako ngunit makaalpas,‘Di pinapansin aking aninong nagpupumiglas.Sa pagdaan ng panahon,Pagkilala't pagtanggap pa ri'y nakabaon.Pilit nililimot ang makulay na pagkataoAt tinatago sa mundong nababalot...

Urdaneta City University (UCU) recorded an 85.71% institutional passing rate, surpassing the 85.08% national passing rate in the June 2026 Licensure Examination for Architects (LEA).With a total of seven examinees, the university achieved a 100.00% passing rate among fi...

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Batch Timpuyog graduates stand proud and grateful as they receive their diploma holders in a ceremonial presentation.After every struggle overcome and milestone reached, they arrive at this moment ready to move forward as future professionals.Report by Daniela Rose R. D...

The College of Criminal Justice Education led the cluster with 460 graduates, followed by the College of Human Sciences with 115, the Institute of Graduate and Advanced Studies with 108, and the College of Arts and Sciences with 18.Congratulations, Batch Timpuyog–Cluste...

In one of the most emotional moments of the day, Batch Timpuyog dedicated MAPA by SB19 as a heartfelt tribute to their parents.Each line echoed the sleepless nights, silent sacrifices, and unconditional love that carried them through their academic journey.Through tears...

Urdaneta City University (UCU) recorded its highest number of cum laude graduates in ten years during the 73rd commencement exercises last year.The university recognized 29 Latin honor awardees, consisting of 2 magna cum laude and 27 cum laude distinctions.Based on reco...

Today, we honor every name, every role, and every form of fatherhood this Father’s Day.Behind every sacrifice, lesson, and act of guidance is a love that quietly shapes stronger families and helps build better communities. To all fathers and father figures, thank you fo...

A total of 157 third-year Psychology students of Batch 2027 participated in their 5th Pinning and Lamp Lighting Ceremony held on April 14, 2026, at the Urdaneta Cultural and Sports Complex. With the theme “Transcending the Legacy: A Culture of Excellence Beyond Boundar...

Carlos Gutierrez of the College of Teacher Education (CTE) and Kyla Cuerdo of the College of Human Sciences (CHUMS) emerged victorious and were crowned Mr. and Ms. UCU 2026.Meanwhile, Jeanne Shane P. Camata (CTE) and Ferbie Fontanilla of the College of Health Sciences (...

Tawag ng Tanghalan sa UCU contestants dazzled the audience with powerful vocal performances on February 27, 2026, at the Urdaneta City Cultural and Sports Complex. The competition featured 10 contenders in the student category and four in the faculty category, each bri...

Urdaneta City University officially began its 2nd annual employees’ sportsfest with a parade on March 6, at the University Gymnasium.The event theme "GAD Unity in Motion: Inclusive Sports and Wellness for UCU Employees Year 2" aims to promote camaraderie and well-being...

URDANETA CITY — A vibrant celebration of storytelling and community spirit marked the 28th City Charter Anniversary of Urdaneta through the program “Istoryahan sa Parke,” held on March 19 at the Julio E. Parayno Sr. People’s Park. The event brought together participant...

TUGUEGARAO CITY — The Luzon-wide Higher Education Press Conference (LHEPC) concluded its 21st and final edition on Wednesday, March 19, paving the way for the launch of the first National Higher Education Press Conference (NHEPC) next year. Maria Evelyn D. Corpuz, pres...

The Talindeg Kalangueran Youth Organization (TKYO) convened a youth consultation meeting at the Urdaneta City University Cafeteria on April 10.The consultation served as a platform for participants to express their ideas, concerns, and aspirations, while engaging in dis...

Muling nagsalpukan ang mga manlalaro ng iba’t-ibang kolehiyo bilang parte ng Sports Fest 2026 sa UCU Quadrangle, Abril 13-14. Sa men’s volleyball, wagi ang CTE Wolves kontra CITE Black Panthers sa isang dikit na laban 25-22, 25-21. Habang pinataob ng CEA Soaring Harib...

This March, the world observes Women’s Month, highlighting the importance of gender equality and women’s rights. Report by Ashley R. Donceras Layout by Rafael U. BagalayThis March, the world observes Women’s Month, highlighting the importance of gender equality and...

Muling umani ng mga medalya ang UCU Knight Reborn (UKRe) Arnis Team sa naganap na 2026 Panagbenga Invitational Arnis Encounter sa Baguio City, Marso 7-8. Hindi nagpahuli ang grupo ng UKRe laban sa 30 koponan mula sa iba't-ibang institusyon at nag-uwi ng isang ginto, tat...

The UKRe Karatedo Team delivered a strong showing at the 7th Karate Pilipinas National Karate Championship, collecting multiple medals at the Tagaytay City Velodrome on March 6–8. Competing against top contenders from across the country, the team earned the following re...

Urdaneta City University (UCU) produced 305 newly registered criminologists after they passed the February 2026 Criminology Licensure Examination (CLE), posting an overall passing rate of 55.76% from 547 total examinees from the institution. The Professional Regulation...

Sinimulan ni Althea Kate Menzon ang kampanya ng Urdaneta City University para sa ginto nang sinikwat niya ang unang dalawang gintong medalya sa Arnis sa LCUAA National Games, San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, Oktubre 22.Nanguna si University Student Council (USC) President M...

The Urdaneta City University Knights Reborn (UKRe) Men’s Volleyball Team cemented its place in the semifinals after sweeping all Group D opponents, 4–0. Pateros Technological College (PTC) Fighting Ducks and City College of San Jose del Monte (CCSJDM) Rising Phoenix fel...

Sampung medalya ang hinakot ng Urdaneta City University Knights Reborn (UKRe) sa katatapos na kampanya sa Arnis sa City College of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, Oktubre 23. Umani ang UKRe ng dalawang ginto, tatlong pilak, at limang tanso matapos ang dalawang araw na komp...

Wagi ang dalawang pares ng UCU Knights Reborn (UKRe) nang mag-uwi ng dobleng tanso sa Dance Sports Competition na ginanap sa Convention Center ng City of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, Oktubre 23. Itinanghal sa ikatlong puwesto sina Jimbrex R. Garcera at Ma. Hazel Susana...

Malamig na simoy ng hangin ang sumalubong sa pasko, Katabi ng mga handa sa noche buena ang mga salitang sumugat nang husto, Hindi mabawi, ‘di tulad ng mga yakap na naantala ng hiya at pagmamataas. Sa hapag, mga silya’y halos magkumpulan sa lapit, Ngunit ang mga ngit...

Sa ilalim ng parol na nanginginigSa hanging Disyembre, May kuwentong paulit-ulit—hindi bago, Pero laging may bigat na dala sa dibdib ng gabi. May liwanag na pilit sumisilip Sa pagitan ng anino at lamig, Parang gabing minsang may isinilang, Hindi para mamuno, Kundi para...

Binabagabag, minumulto, at natutuliro, Pilit nililimutan ang unos bago ang pasko. Isang taon na naman ang matatapos, Muli na namang sasalubungin ang bagong taon, Subalit... heto ako, nagkakandarapa pa rin sa unos ng bagyo. "Limutin mo na 'yan, nasasaktan ka na!" Oo, pin...

“Pasko na naman, o kay tulin ng araw, Paskong nagdaan tila ba kung kailan lang Ngayon ay Pasko, dapat pasalamatan Ngayon ay Pasko, tayo ay mag-awitan" Nariyan na naman ang mga nangangaroling, mga tinig na kumakapit sa pag-asa. Naghihintay ng biyayang matatanggap— kahit...

Christmas Day is almost here, Carols float softly through the air, Joy whispers in every corner, And Santa waves with a cheerful cheer. Love grows strong within the family, Like roots beneath the Christmas tree, Peace drifts gently on the winter wind, As hearts unite an...

Urdaneta City University recorded a total of 84 new professional teachers after its alumni successfully passed the September and November Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT).76 alumni passed the secondary level, resulting in an institutional passing r...

Defending champions City College of El Salvador (CCE) denied the UCU Knights Reborn’s (UKRe) hopes for gold in a thrilling, five-set semifinal match, 25–22, 15–25, 25–20, 21–25, 12–15.This is their first loss of the season. Although the Knights used their strength and t...

UCU Knights Reborn (UKRe) men’s volleyball team ended their LCUAA run with a hard-fought four-set loss to City College of Tagaytay Wild Boars, 21–25, 23–25, 26–24, 24–26, on October 24.Coming off a tough loss to the defending champions yesterday, the Knights were unable...

Urdaneta City University produced six new Certified Public Accountants in the October 2025 CPALE, with results released on November 3.UCU’s overall passing rate is 10.91%.Nationwide, 3,460 of 10,170 examinees passed—equivalent to a 34.02% national passing rate—according...

Newly licensed psychometricians were honored in a testimonial ceremony on October 30, 2025, at the Urdaneta City Cultural and Sports Complex.The Psychology Department under the College of Human Sciences held the program as part of Psychology Week 2025. In front of BS Ps...

Opisyal na binuksan ng Department of Psychology ang Psychology Week 2025 noong Oktubre 29 sa University Gymnasium, tampok ang parada, palaro, pagpapakilala ng mga bahay, at gabi ng parangal.Nagsagawa ng mga chant at yell ang mga estudyante sa University Gymnasium.Tampok...

Urdaneta City University produced six new Certified Public Accountants in the October 2025 CPALE, with results released on November 3. UCU’s overall passing rate is 10.91%. Nationwide, 3,460 of 10,170 examinees passed—equivalent to a 34.02% national passing rate—accordi...

Three alumni from Urdaneta City University (UCU) successfully passed the October 2025 Electronics Board Examinations.UCU achieved a 66.67% institutional passing rate in the Electronics Engineers Licensure Examination, with two graduates earning their licenses.The Profes...

After being away from the spotlight since 2018, the UCU Knights Reborn (UKRe) finally made their long-awaited return in 2025. After seven years of absence, the team proudly marked their comeback at the 14th LCUAA National Games, opening a new chapter of determination an...