University of San Jose–Recoletos
The University of San Jose–Recoletos, also referred to by its acronym USJ–R or to its colloquially shortened name San Jose, is a private Catholic research and coeducational basic and higher education institution run by the Order of Augustinian Recollects in Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines. It was founded by the Augustinian Recollects in 1947. From classes held in an old building and a portion of a convent, the school built modern structures while retaining classic features.
Pamantasan ng San Jose–Rekoletos | |
Former names | Colegio de San Jose–Recoletos (1947-1984) |
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| Motto | Caritas et Scientia Adelante! |
Motto in English | "Charity and Science" |
| Type | Private, Co-educational, Research university |
| Established | 1947 |
| Founder | Order of Augustinian Recollects |
Religious affiliation | Roman Catholic (Augustinian Recollect) |
| President | Eduardo S. Celiz Jr., OAR |
| Undergraduates | 12,000 |
| Postgraduates | 2,000 |
| Location | Magallanes Street, , , Cebu City |
| Campus | Urban; Main Campus
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| Newspaper | Forward Publications |
| Alma Mater Song | USJ-R Alma Mater Hymn (Forward Radiant Children) |
| Colors | Green and Gold |
| Nickname | Josenians |
Sporting affiliations | CESAFI |
| Mascot | Jaguar |
| Website | www.usjr.edu.ph |
The university has three campuses. Two of which are located in different areas of Metro Cebu – the main campus along Corner P. Lopez and Magallanes Streets while the Basak Campus is at Cebu South Road, Basak Pardo, Cebu City. Its third campus, the Balamban Campus, is located in Arpili, a barangay in the Municipality of Balamban (in the province of Cebu).