UP, Catholic schools suspend classes on EDSA day

The University of the Philippines (UP) has suspended classes on Feb. 25 to allow students, staff and faculty to observe the 39th anniversary of the EDSA people power revolution.

- NEIL JAYSON SERVALLOS

UP declared Feb. 25 an alternative learning day, with students encouraged to participate in activities that "honor the spirit of People Power, with appropriate learning and work arrangements in place."

"The University reaffirms its commitment to upholding democratic values, human rights, and the spirit of People Power. Let this occasion serve as a reminder of our shared responsibility to protect and strengthen these principles within our campuses and beyond," it added.

Earlier, the University of Santo Tomas and De La Salle University also announced class suspensions on Feb. 25 to allow students, faculty and staff to join events commemorating the revolt.

Schools under the EDSA-Ortigas Consortium - the Immaculate Conception Academy, La Salle Green Hills, Saint Pedro Poveda College and Xavier School - have also announced class suspensions.