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Who was the first Executive Dean of Philippine Christian College?
Who was the first Executive Dean of Philippine Christian College?
What was the original name of Philippine Christian Colleges?
What was the original name of Philippine Christian Colleges?
In which year was the Articles of Incorporation of the institution registered?
In which year was the Articles of Incorporation of the institution registered?
Which president is known for expanding the ecumenical efforts in education at Philippine Christian College?
Which president is known for expanding the ecumenical efforts in education at Philippine Christian College?
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Which school affiliated with Philippine Christian College in 1953 to offer a Nursing degree?
Which school affiliated with Philippine Christian College in 1953 to offer a Nursing degree?
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What significant construction occurred in 1960 during Dr. Juan Nabong Sr.'s presidency?
What significant construction occurred in 1960 during Dr. Juan Nabong Sr.'s presidency?
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When did the Ellinwood College of Christian Education merge with Philippine Christian College?
When did the Ellinwood College of Christian Education merge with Philippine Christian College?
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Who succeeded Dr. Emilio Javier as President of Philippine Christian College?
Who succeeded Dr. Emilio Javier as President of Philippine Christian College?
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What significant change did PCC undergo in 1976?
What significant change did PCC undergo in 1976?
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Which institution partnered with Philippine Christian University in 1978?
Which institution partnered with Philippine Christian University in 1978?
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What was established as a result of the merger between PCU and UTS?
What was established as a result of the merger between PCU and UTS?
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What was one of the significant initiatives taken by Dr. Carlito S. Puno during his presidency?
What was one of the significant initiatives taken by Dr. Carlito S. Puno during his presidency?
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Which consortia included Philippine Christian University as a member?
Which consortia included Philippine Christian University as a member?
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Who served as the fourth President of Philippine Christian University?
Who served as the fourth President of Philippine Christian University?
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What type of leadership did Dr. Oscar S. Suarez provide during his presidency?
What type of leadership did Dr. Oscar S. Suarez provide during his presidency?
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What was one of the outcomes of the valuable inputs in education management during Dr. Oscar S. Suarez's term?
What was one of the outcomes of the valuable inputs in education management during Dr. Oscar S. Suarez's term?
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Study Notes
Establishment and Early Years
- In 1945, Bishop Edwin F. Lee of the United Methodist Church established a Christian School in Manila.
- The Evangelical Association of the Philippines founded a college on October 6, 1946.
- Initial Board of Directors included Atty. Juan Nabong Sr., Dr. Mateo Occenia, Dr. Emilio Javier, Dr. Mauro Baradi, and Mr. Gerardo Armonio.
- Articles of Incorporation were registered on January 11, 1947.
- Originally named Manila Union College, it was later renamed Philippine Christian Colleges.
Leadership and Growth
- Dr. Roxy Lefforge served as the school’s first Executive Dean from 1948 to 1952.
- Dr. Emilio Javier, the first President (1952-1958), expanded ecumenical educational efforts.
- Union High School of Manila (1919) and Union Elementary School (1946) merged with Philippine Christian College in 1948.
- Mary Johnston School of Nursing, established in 1907, affiliated with PCC in 1953.
Continued Development
- Dr. Juan Nabong Sr. was the second President (1958-1969), overseeing construction of a four-story building in 1960.
- Ellinwood College of Christian Education merged with Philippine Christian College in 1968.
- Dr. Lino Q. Arquiza served as the third President (1969-1988) and led the institution towards acquiring university status in 1976.
Mergers and Partnerships
- In 1978, a significant merger occurred between Philippine Christian University (PCU) and Union Theological Seminary, forming the Philippine Christian Center for Learning (PCCL).
- This partnership allowed PCU to expand its offerings on a 97-hectare campus in Dasmarinas, Cavite.
- The Inter-Institutional Consortium (I-IC) was formed in 1975, involving resource sharing among multiple universities.
Leadership Transitions
- After Dr. Arquiza's death, Justice Crisolito Pascual and Dr. Betty I. Molina served as officers-in-charge.
- Dr. Carlito S. Puno was elected as the fourth President (1990-2000) and provided new vision and leadership.
- Under Dr. Puno, PCU engaged in globalization and off-campus education expansion.
Recent Developments
- In 2000, Dr. Oscar S. Suarez became the fifth President, focusing on vision formation and institutional policies.
- His tenure led to enhanced curriculum development, faculty, and student programs.
- Achievements included CHED Autonomy Status and the implementation of a CHED-preferred graduate program articulation.
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Explore the establishment of the Christian School in Manila by Bishop Edwin F. Lee and the founding of a college by the Evangelical Association of the Philippines in the late 1940s. This quiz covers key figures and events that shaped the early days of these institutions. Test your knowledge on this significant historical development in education.
