University of Santo Tomas

While the University of Santo Tomas distinguishes being Asia’s oldest existing university, its age is coupled with its preeminence in Philippine education. Not only does it boast of several firsts in the different realms of education. It also has administrators and faculty members who are holding leadership positions in the Philippines’ policy-making bodies (e.g., Commission on Higher Education) and professional organizations, helping influence policies for society's betterment in general.