UST Concilium Philosophiae

09/06/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬!✨🎓

𝐈𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚 𝐓. 𝐒𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐨 for receiving the 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬 award for her outstanding work, "𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘓𝘰𝘨𝘪𝘤 𝘰𝘧 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘮: 𝘈 𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘢𝘯 𝘈𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘺𝘴𝘪𝘴."

Drawing on Erich Fromm's concept of social character, the thesis highlights how this market-driven lifestyle fosters emotional dependencies and reduces true human freedom from "the development of human potential" into mere consumer choices. Relying on consumption to define identity distorts the fabric of human existence, leading to profound disconnection, disengagement, alienation.

Keywords: Alienation, Capitalism, Consumerism, Social Character

This prestigious recognition is a testament to your intellectual rigor, academic excellence, and profound critical insight into the socio-psychological structures of modern society. Your work brilliantly elevates the discourse on human existence and capitalism, marking a significant contribution to the field. 🎉✨

Board by: Alexandra Phoebe Barasi
Caption by: Marga Dionisio

09/06/2026

“𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠.” — 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬

Every thesis title tells a story. Behind each page are years of questions asked, ideas challenged, perspectives transformed, and countless moments of perseverance. What began as curiosity has blossomed into scholarship, and what once seemed distant is now within reach.

The Philosophy Class of 2026 stands at the culmination of a journey marked by rigorous inquiry, meaningful dialogue, sleepless nights, overflowing readings, shared victories, and unwavering determination. Through every challenge encountered and every insight gained, you have embodied the spirit of philosophical reflection and the pursuit of wisdom.

As you prepare to take your final steps as students and your first steps as graduates, may you carry with you the lessons learned within and beyond the classroom. May your philosophical formation continue to guide you in navigating an ever-changing world with critical thought, integrity, and compassion.

The Concilium Philosophiae and the Faculty proudly celebrate the Philosophy Class of 2026 and the remarkable theses that reflect your dedication to the discipline. Congratulations on this milestone. The road to QPAV continues, and we are proud to witness each step of your journey. 🎓✨




Board by: Xyrhyn Pimentel
Caption by: Abram Naval

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07/06/2026

"𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝒇𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒃𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒏𝒈𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒔𝒆 𝒘𝒉𝒐 𝒃𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒗𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒆𝒂𝒖𝒕𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒎𝒔." - Eleanor Roosevelt✨️

Countless memories, challenges, readings, coffees, late-night study sessions, and tears come along the way.

Nevertheless, you made it. You are now 1 day away from hitting another milestone in your life.

All your efforts and hard work will be appreciated and awarded tomorrow, but what's important is that you are finally entering a new stage of life. A life that is new and unfamiliar.

Nonetheless, the Concilium and the Faculty wish every single one of you to succeed in life -- to apply what you have learned along the way and to inspire and grow with others, the same way you guys inspired and grew together.

As you prepare your suits or dresses and toga. Remember all the important lessons UST and AB Philosophy have imparted to you.🎓

Board by: Xyrhyn Pimentel
Caption by: Zachary Gayoma

Posted with approval of the adviser.

05/06/2026

𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐒 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 🎓✨

Moments of gratitude, reflection, and celebration marked this special day as the Philosophy Class of 2026 gathered for the Baccalaureate Mass. From years of learning, questioning, and growing together, we pause to give thanks for the journey that has shaped us into the Tomasinong Pilosopos we are today.

As we prepare to step into new beginnings, may we carry forward the wisdom, values, and memories forged within the halls of the University. Congratulations, Philosophy Class of 2026—the journey continues. 💛

Special thanks to our alumni donators: Donneth Casillan and Adrian Balisi.

📸 Photo by: Aaron Clement Villanueva, Jeri Ann Nucum, and Sean Ethan Capisanan
🎨 Edited by: Zachary Gayoma and Marga Dionisio
✍️ Caption by: Abram Naval

29/05/2026

HAPPENING NOW | BACCALAUREATE MASS 2026 🎓

The Philosophy Class of 2026 is now gathered at QPAV in thanksgiving and reflection as the Baccalaureate Mass officially begins. From classrooms to this very moment, today celebrates the journey of every Tomasinong Pilosopo. 💭✨

29/05/2026

𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐎𝐏𝐇𝐘 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐒 🎓✨

Today, May 29, 2026, the Philosophy Class of 2026 gathers in thanksgiving as we celebrate our Baccalaureate Mass—a moment to look back on the years that shaped us, challenged us, and helped us grow.

“Ngunit ngayon kay bilis maglaho ng kahapon
Sana'y huwag kalimutan ang ating mga pinagsamahan
At kung sakaling gipitin ay laging iisipin na
Minsan tayo ay naging tunay na magkaibigan.”

More than the lessons learned inside the classroom, philosophy taught us how to reflect, question, listen, and become better persons along the way. As we prepare to step into a new chapter, may we continue to carry the values and wisdom we formed throughout this journey.

Para sa mga Pilosopong Tomasino ng Batch 2026, padayon. 💛

28/05/2026

Happy Birthday to 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐢 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐚, the ever-dedicated 𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒍𝒐𝒓 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑻𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒚! 🎉💛

Behind every balanced budget, organized fund sheet, and “bayad niyo na po” reminder is a hardworking soul keeping the organization standing strong. 😌💸

May your birthday be as abundant as your spreadsheets, as smooth as your liquidation process, and as joyful as a fully paid collection. Thank you for your dedication, reliability, and service to the Concilium Philosophiae.

Wishing you more blessings, success, and moments worth investing in. Happy Birthday, Lori! ✨

Caption by: Abram Naval
Board by: Alexandra Phoebe Barasi

28/05/2026

27/05/2026

DO YOU ALL KNOW YOUR ERASERHEADS, PHILOSOPHY? 🤔

MINSAN tayo ay naging tunay na magkaibigan… bakit MINSAN lang? Why not forever? Continue the friendship and philosophical debates as you exit the arch!

Huwag kalimutan ang mga pinagsamahan! ✊






Caption by: Jamilla Francisco
Board by: Louis David

22/05/2026

[𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐆𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍]

The sky’s the limit for him!

The UST Concilium Philosophiae extends its felicitations to Mr. Sean Ethan “Seth” M. Capisanan for being one of the Faculty of Arts and Letters’ 36 student awardees during the UST 2026 Student Awards.

Mr. Capisanan is the sole Artlet for this year’s Student Awards to be granted the St. Albertus Magnus Award for Outstanding Research (University-level).

Following St. Thomas Aquinas, may he continue to inspire others “to illuminate rather than to merely shine.”

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Posted with the approval of the adviser.