You think your college has it bad? Imagine having a king thousands of miles away butting into your curriculum! That’s life under Spanish rule – and the University of Santo Tomas (UST) was no exception. A lot of you are curious about this very thing: how much power did the Spanish Crown really have over UST back in the…
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Loyal Subject or Rebellious Scholar? Unpacking UST’s Role in the Spanish Colonial Era
You’re curious about the University of Santo Tomas (UST) during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines. It’s a question that pops up a lot: was UST a loyal follower of Spanish policies or a hotbed for reform? Let’s dive in! The Power of UST: A Force in Colonial Philippines Imagine the Philippines under Spanish…
Clashing Cultures at UST: When Filipino Know-How Met Spanish Books
You’re curious about how Filipino ways of knowing bumped heads (or maybe even high-fived!) with those fancy European ideas at the University of Santo Tomas (UST) back in the Spanish Colonial Period. It’s a brain tickler for sure! Let’s dive into that cultural mixing pot, shall we? Indigenous Knowledge: More Than Meets the Eye First…
Seeds of Dissent or Imperial Pawns? Untangling the Role of UST Graduates in Colonial Life
You hear whispers, right? “Those UST grads, they were either stirring the pot or holding it steady for the colonizers.” It’s a debate that echoes through the halls of history, leaving us with more questions than answers. Were these graduates agents of change, challenging the very system that educated them? Or did they become instruments of the…
The Price of Privilege: Unpacking UST’s Educational Barriers in the Spanish Colonial Era
“Only the elite can study there.” “My ancestor was a mestizo and even he couldn’t afford it.” These are whispers you hear about the University of Santo Tomas (UST) during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines. Was it truly a bastion of privilege? Let’s dive into the socioeconomic realities of education during that time. Who could…
Beyond the Pulpit: Unveiling the Secular Secrets of UST’s Curriculum
“Was UST all about prayers and saints, or did they teach anything else back in the day?” I get this question a lot. Many Filipinos picture the University of Santo Tomas (UST) as this centuries-old institution steeped in religious tradition. And hey, they’re not wrong! But to think that’s all there was to UST is like assuming…
How UST Shaped Filipino Minds Under Spanish Rule
“My lolo always talks about UST like it’s some legendary school. Did it really have that much impact back in the Spanish days?” You bet it did! The University of Santo Tomas, fondly called UST, wasn’t just any school. It was the school in the Philippines for centuries under Spanish rule. Imagine it like, the Harvard or…
Jose Rizal and Andres Bonifacio: Reforms vs. Revolution – What Did These Heroes REALLY Want?
Okay, fellow history buffs, I feel you! Every time I dig into the stories of Jose Rizal and Andres Bonifacio, my brain does a little kaboom 🤯 . Their struggles hit different, especially when we’re talking about that question… Did Rizal really just want chill vibes with Spain, while Bonifacio was all about that 🔥 revolutionary life? Let’s break it down, mga…
Nata de Coco: A Filipino Treasure the World Enjoys 🇵🇭
Okay, Filipinos, let’s talk nata de coco. We all love it in our halo-halo, right? That chewy, translucent goodness just screams summer in the Philippines. ☀️ But did you know this beloved treat is a Filipino invention conquering the world, one spoonful at a time? The Brilliant Mind Behind Nata de Coco 🤔 Meet Teódula…
What Did Filipinos Play Before Basketball? Unveiling the Pre-American Colonial Sports Scene 🇵🇭
Ever wonder what Filipinos did for fun before hoops took over? You know, before the Americans arrived with their basketballs and baseball bats? Did our ancestors just sit around waiting for someone to invent sipa? Not a chance! Filipinos have always had a playful spirit. Let’s dive into the past and uncover the thrilling world of…