Lyceum of the Philippines University

Lyceum of the Philippines University (Filipino: Pamantasang Liseo ng Pilipinas) also referred to by its acronym LPU is a private, non-sectarian, coeducational higher education institution located at intramuros in the City of Manila, Philippines. It was founded in 1952 by José P. Laurel, who was the third president of the Republic of the Philippines.

Lyceum of the Philippines University
Pamantasang Liseo ng Pilipinas
Latin: Universitas Lycei de Philippinarum
Former names
Lyceum of the Philippines
MottoVeritas et Fortitudo
Pro Deo et Patria (Latin)
Motto in English
Truth and Courage
For God and Country
TypePrivate non-sectarian, coeducational higher education institution
EstablishedJuly 7, 1952
(71 years and 222 days)
FounderJose P. Laurel
Academic affiliations
Intramuros Consortium, ASAIHL, SMIIC PACUCOA
ChairmanLorna P. Laurel
PresidentRoberto P. Laurel
Vice-president
  • Sarah L. Lopez
    (Finance)
  • Jennifer D. Tucpi
    (Academic Affairs)
Students20,010 (1st semester SY 2016–17; Manila campus only)
Location
Intramuros, Manila
,
Metro Manila
,
Philippines
CampusUrban
Satellite campuses
  • Makati
  • Cavite
  • Batangas
  • Laguna
  • Davao
  • Ilo-Ilo
Alma Mater songAwit ng Lyceum
Colors Red and Gray
NicknamePirates
Sporting affiliations
NCAA, WNCAA, ISAA, Premier Volleyball League (PVL)
MascotPopoy the Pirate
WebsiteOfficial website

Two of LPU's most prominent features are its entrance gate through the "Hall of Heroes", commonly known as "Mabini Hall", which exhibits busts of revered Philippine historical figures sculpted by the National Artist Guillermo Tolentino and the famous "Lyceum Tower" which serves as the school's landmark and stands witness to the university's history and continuing progress.

Many disciplines are taught in the university, with International relations (diplomacy, international trade), business, communication and International Hospitality (hotel and restaurant management, tourism) consistently being the university's flagship courses.

The LPU has affiliate/branch campuses in Makati, Batangas, Laguna, Cavite and Davao.

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