MLQU Celebrates 78 Years of Excellence with a Weeklong Foundation and Intramurals Festival

Manuel L. Quezon University capped its 78th Foundation Anniversary with a dynamic and weeklong celebration filled with camaraderie, competition, and Quezonian pride. From November 17 to 21, 2025, students from all schools and programs gathered at the main campus and the Victoria Sports Tower to take part in this year’s Foundation Week and Intramurals — an engaging blend of academic events, sports tournaments, creativity showcases, and personality competitions.

This year’s theme, “One Beat. One Spirit. One League – Celebrate MLQU @78”, reflected MLQU’s enduring commitment to unity, excellence, and holistic student development across academics, athletics, arts, and leadership.

A Celebration of Academic Strength and Athletic Spirit

The five-day celebration brought together the best of what MLQU champions: intellectual rigor, athletic prowess, teamwork, discipline, and school spirit.

Academic Competitions

Students excelled in various academic contests showcasing MLQU’s emphasis on critical thinking and communication:

• Debate – Champion: School of Business
• Essay Writing (English) – School of Engineering
• Essay Writing (Filipino) – School of Arts, Sciences and Education (SASE)

These competitions highlighted the eloquence, analytical skills, and creative talent of Quezonians across different disciplines.

Sports and Games: Strength, Strategy, and School Pride

Sportsmanship was alive and loud as participants brought energy and unity to the courts and game arenas. Highlights included:

• Basketball – Champion: School of Business
• Volleyball – Champion: School of Engineering
• Chess – Champion: School of Engineering
• Badminton (Singles) – School of Criminal Justice and School of Arts, Sciences and Education
• Badminton (Doubles) – School of Architecture
• Bingo Socials – A fun and inclusive activity enjoyed by students, faculty, and staff across all departments

Every match showcased the agility, passion, and determination of Quezonian athletes as they carried with them their schools’ colors and pride.

Indakan at Musika: The Power of Performance

The Indakan Dance Competition, one of the most awaited events, brought the crowd to their feet with electrifying performances.  The School of Business was declared the champion.

The artistic and rhythmic expression of the participants embodied the heart of the MLQU spirit — creative, bold, and united.

The Grand Highlight: The Search for Mr. and Ms. MLQU 2025

Crowning the entire week’s celebration was the Personality Contest for Mr. and Ms. MLQU, an event celebrating confidence, intelligence, charisma, and leadership — the hallmarks of a true Quezonian.

After a captivating showcase of talent, wit, and poise, two outstanding students were hailed as MLQU Ambassadors for 2025:

• Ms. MLQU 2025: Ms. Mary Keith Mayores

School of Business

• Mr. MLQU 2025: Mr. Charz Arvi Mallanao

School of Architecture

Both will serve as representatives of MLQU in future engagements, embodying the values of excellence, integrity, and service.

A Meaningful Milestone for MLQU

The 78th Foundation and Intramurals Week is more than a celebration — it is a living testament to MLQU’s resilience, growth, and unwavering commitment to shaping future-ready graduates. It brought together students, faculty, staff, and administrators in one spirited celebration of community and tradition.

As MLQU prepares for its next chapter toward its centennial year, the University continues to champion transformative education, vibrant student life, and programs that empower Quezonians to succeed in school, career, and life.

One Beat. One Spirit. One League — MLQU stands strong at 78. And we move forward, together.