The New Builder

BUILDERS & BEACONS 🌟 MU's legacy is built on the dreams and determination of those who came before—an unbreakable spirit, a testament of progress. A century hence, The New Builder releases the centennial issue “Builders and Beacons," to encapsulate Mapúa's journey.

CARDINAL CONQUEST Mapúa University’s Junior Men’s Volleyball Team defeated the National University Juniors, 3–1, to win the Manila Meet 2025 title, bringing the crown to Intramuros. mapuatnb.com/post/palarong-…

BURN BRIGHTER, MAPÚA CARDINALS! ❤️💛 The Mapúa University Cardinals battled with heart until the final buzzer of their #NCAA101 Senior Men’s Basketball Tournament run Rebuild and rise—the journey is far from over. Come back stronger, Mapúa Cardinals! Viva Mapúa! #MapuaTNB

SOARING THROUGH THE CENTURY ❤️‍🔥🏆 In its centennial year, Mapúa University made history in NCAA Season 100, breaking barriers and triumphing across courts, fields, pools, and online arenas. mapuatnb.com/post/a-hundred…

GOLDEN KICKS AT THE GLOBAL STAGE 🥋🥇 Striking gold on the mats, Mapúan Taekwondo jin Dean Ziglar V. Barreiro dominated the 21st Japan WATA Open Taekwondo Championship held on April 26–27 at the Ohama Daishin Arena. mapuatnb.com/post/dean-zigl…

96 Years of Truth and Legacy 🎁✨ From capturing monumental events to publishing pieces that transcend time, TNB has remained steadfast in carrying the voice and spirit of a community that dares to dream, innovate, and create. #MapuaTNB

Shadows of 1972📂 53 years ago, the Philippines bore witness to the birth of one of the scars in global political history. Let this day be a reminder of the horror that must never again occur. #MapuaTNB #MartialLaw

ONTO THE NEXT LEVEL 🎮🥉 Charging onto the esports stage, the Mapúa Gaming Society captured the bronze medal in the #NCAA100 Esports Kickoff: MLBB Tournament held on July 27 at the Philippine GameDev Expo, SMX Convention Center, Pasay City mapuatnb.com/post/mapúa-gam…

BACK IN THE FINAL FOUR 🏐🏅 After more than a decade, the Mapúa Men’s Volleyball Team made a stunning #NCAA100 run, clinching a semis twice-to-beat advantage before finishing fourth. mapuatnb.com/post/mu-mvt-cl…

LADY CARDINALS SOAR TO NCAA FINAL FOUR 📷📷 The Mapúa Lady Cardinals capped their #NCAA100 run with a gritty fourth-place finish, standing tall against the DLS-CSB Lady Blazers and AU Lady Chiefs at the Filoil EcoOil Centre. mapuatnb.com/post/mapúa-lad…

WHEN MANGROVES TURNED GOLD 🏛🏅 Alumnus Aldrich D. Remot transformed values into BAKAWONE, a mangrove-inspired civic shopping center that won Mapúa its first Gold Award in the Architecture Category at the Asia Young Designer Awards (AYDA) 2022. mapuatnb.com/post/drafted-b…

JUNIOR SPIKERS CLINCH FINAL FOUR SPOT 🏐🤾 Flying high with the pride of red and gold, the Mapúa University (MU) Junior Spikers closed the #NCAA100 Volleyball Fiesta - Boys Division in fourth place with a 7–2 win-loss stint in the elims round. mapuatnb.com/post/mapúa-jun…

FACES OF FREEDOM 🇵🇭🪖 In honor of #NationalHeroesDay, The New Builder honors every Filipino hero. Revolutions have shaped the Philippines. The Filipinos owe it to their heroes to continue the fight for a brighter future.

THE LEAP TO LIBERATION ⛓️‍💥 Today, we commemorate the 42nd year since the assassination of Former Senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. His death also served as a symbol that fueled the movement leading to the EDSA People Power Revolution. #NinoyAquinoDay

ARE YOU LOST BABY CARDINAL? 🧐 Reading the hallways of Mapúa can be quite confusing for hatchlings. For froshies: As #FroSHSWeek2025 draws to a close, how are you adjusting to your new flock? Illustration by: Ace #MapuaTNB #TNBComics

Through every challenge, the Mapúan spirit remained unshaken, unfazed, and strong. From tradition to transformation, from legacy to momentum, this marks the beginning of a new era. Let’s look back at the highlights of the centennial year and the moments that brought them to life.

As it celebrated its centenary, the red and gold institution welcomed a turning point that set the tone for everything yet to come. We stepped into the centennial school year with uncertainty and doubt. But with every stride we took, we grew into the moment.

THE DAWN OF A NEW AGE 🌤️ A hundred years of fruitful history. A century of chasing excellence. In its 100th year, Mapúa University did more than celebrate a legacy—it became the spark of something greater.

SPLASHING FOR BRONZE 🏊‍♂️🇲🇾 From April 18 to 20, 2025, Mapúans Elijah Caleb de Leon and Matthew Cameron Dasig represented the Philippines in the 60th Malaysia Invitational Under-20 Men's Water Polo Championships held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. mapuatnb.com/post/dasig-de-…

RHYTHMS, ROUTINES, AND RED-GOLD CHIRPS 🤸📣 Flexing the red and gold flair, the Mapúa Cheerping Cardinals secured a fourth-place finish in the #NCAA100 Cheerleading Competition held last May 22 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. mapuatnb.com/post/mapúa-che…

THAT'S A GOAL ⚽️🥉 The Mapúa Booters stamped the fields with their red and gold kickers to score a bronze finish in the #NCAA100 Football Tournament that ran from March 22 to April 26. mapuatnb.com/post/mapúa-boo…