UMak’s Cultural Mapping Project Shortlisted in THE Awards Asia 2025

RESEARCH & COMMUNITY EXTENSION | April 22, 2025

A glimpse into UMak’s Cultural Mapping Project | (Photo: University of Makati)

The University of Makati (UMak) has been named a finalist for Research Project of the Year in Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards Asia 2025. The recognition was announced during the awards ceremony on April 22, 2025, in Macau, as part of THE Asia Universities Summit.

UMak stood out among 80 finalists, with only seven higher education institutions from the Philippines making the shortlist–three of them from the National Capital Region. Representing the university at the event were President Elyxzur C. Ramos, Atty. Jewel D. Bulos, Ms. Juvy B. Hermosura, and 17 cultural mappers.

The shortlisted project, a cultural mapping initiative, was carried out in partnership with the Makati Museum and the city’s Cultural Affairs Office. It documented Makati’s cultural assets and historical narratives, highlighting the city’s heritage while fostering stronger ties between academia and the local community.

Led by the former College of Arts and Letters (CAL)—now the Institute of Arts and Design (IAD)—together with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS), the project reflects UMak’s commitment to preserving cultural identity. The Center for Quality Management and Development (CQMD) supported the submission process that secured UMak’s place on the international stage.