Carlos P. Romulo

Born on January 14, 1898 in the city of Intramuros, Carlos Peña Romulo rose to become one of the most distinguished Filipino diplomats, journalists, and public servants of the 20th century. Romulo is a Pulitzer Prize awardee as a war correspondent where he gained international prominence for his persistent and courageous reporting during World War II and known to be the “Voice of Freedom.” He was educated from the University of the Philippines with BA Liberal Arts and Sciences, Masteral education in Columbia university, and doctorate degree from the University of Santo Tomas. Romulo represented the Philippines in the United Nations for decades, which he was then elected president of the United Nations General Assembly in 1949 to 1950. Romulo also held 8 key national positions including Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador to the United States, and 11th President of the University of the Philippines in 1962. He passed away on December 15, 1985 leaving a legacy of leadership, influential diplomacy, and courageous public service.