University of Antique

University of Antique
Pamantasan ng Antique
Universidad de Antique
Université de Antique
Former names
 Polytechnic State College of Antique
Antique School of Arts and Trades
Type State University
Established 1954
President Pablo S. Crespo Jr. Ph.D
Location Sibalom, Antique, Philippines
Campus University of Antique-Main Campus, Sibalom, Antique; University of Antique-Hamtic Campus, Hamtic, Antique; University of Antique-Tario Lim Memorial Campus, Tibiao, Antique; University of Antique-Caluya Extension, Caluya, Antique; University of Antique-Libertad Extension, Libertad, Antique
Nickname UA
Website http://www.antiquespride.edu.ph

The University of Antique [1] (UA), formerly known as Polytechnic State College of Antique,[2] is a state university in the Philippines. It is mandated to provide higher technological, professional and vocational instruction and training in science, agricultural and industrial fields, as well as short-term technical or vocational courses. It is also mandated to promote research, advanced studies and progressive leadership in its areas of specialization.[3] Its main campus is in Sibalom, Antique.

UA was originally the Antique School of Arts & Trades (ASAT)[4] which was established by virtue of Republic Act 857 sponsored by the late Congressman Tobias A. Fornier in 1954 with Mr. Fermin Taruc as its first Superintendent. Mr. Taruc was sent to Sibalom, Antique by the Bureau of Vocational Education to set up and construct the first buildings of ASAT.

References

  1. ↑ Republic Act No. 9746
  2. ↑ Philippine Batas Pambansa Blg. 281 Section 2
  3. ↑ Philippine Batas Pambansa Blg. 281 Section 2
  4. ↑ Republic Act No. 857

Coordinates: 10°47′29″N 122°00′35″E / 10.79139°N 122.00972°E / 10.79139; 122.00972

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