Rev. Fr. Hernando Coja, OAR celebrated the 50th anniversary of his priestly ordination in three cities in Cebu and Negros Occidental. The said priest was ordained on July 15, 1973 in Marcilla, Navarra, Spain. In all areas, a eucharistic celebration was led by Fr. Coja himself prior to a program and a humble meal. A…
In line with the Recoletos de Cebu at 400 celebration, a 366-page book documenting the Recollect missionary presence in Cebu was launched on February 16. The book is entitled History of Augustinian Recollects in Cebu Since 1621: Studies and Sources. It is compiled and edited by Professor Emmanuel Luis Romanillos who has a licentiate in…
The Order of Augustinian Recollects (OAR) launched a year-long celebration yesterday to mark their 400 years of continuing missionary presence in Cebu. It was kicked off with the unveiling of their 400-year commemorative marker at the lobby of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish - Recoletos. “This Marker symbolizes the expression of profound gratitude and…
Guidance personnel from four sister schools in the Philippines of the University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) underwent a two-day upskilling program on December 5 and 6, 2019. This activity aims to help the guidance personnel get a better grasp of their work, especially those who are new in the position. On the first day, USJ-R invited Dr.…
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016 As a response to the influx of senior high school students choosing to study at USJ-R, the university will be constructing a senior high school (SHS) building to address the growing demand for classrooms. USJ-R religious administrators headed by University President Rev. Fr. Cristopher Maspara, OAR led the blessing, ceremonial groundbreaking…
University of San Jose - Recoletos
Year Founded 1947