THOMASIAN KNOWS, THE PLACE HE GOES by Tristan Dale Torres

Being Thomasian really is a big deal. I felt very proud to be a part of the one roar. To become a real Thomasian, you’ll have to visit these places that because it symbolizes the cultural heritage of being one and the community as well.

LOVERS LANE

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This is a great place to hang out with your friends, especially during night time. It is one of the places where you can play anything you want. Some students prefer to play Frisbee, and some can be seen sitting in the park with their guitars played matched with a sing along. 

UST MUSEUM

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In this museum, we can find the oldest book in the Philippines --- The “Doctrina Christiana”. You’ll experience going back in time especially the Spanish Colonization Era. Together with the stunning ambiance, you will be definitely amazed with the creative artworks and obra maestras of Filipinos.

BENAVIDES STATUE

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The Benavides statue is one of the famous landmarks inside UST. Many outsiders take a picture with the statue with the stunning background of the main building. It represents the Thomasian Community being a Catholic University.

QUADRICENTENNIAL PARK

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This is a great place to do your visual projects, dance practices and a place to hang out, with the breezy air coming from the fountain. When night time comes, you can see different dance crews in from different institutions of UST gathering around and you’ll be astonished when you see them do their awesome stunts and moves. 

ARCH OF THE CENTURIES

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This is one of the most symbolic and famous landmarks in UST. One of the initiation rites to become a certified Thomasian, you need to walk under it during the Thomasian Welcome Walk. When you graduate from UST, you will likewise, go out of the arch, that will symbolize that you are ready to serve the community and share what you’ve learned.