Holy Name University was founded in June 1947 by Fr. Alphonse G. Lesage, SVD, a school in Bohol born out of the inspiration of Julio D. Rosales bishop of the Diocese of Tagbilaran. It was opened on July 14, 1947 as a diocesan school owned by the Diocese of Tagbilaran and operated by the
Divine Word Missionaries. The school was given the name Holy Name College. In 1963, the SVD gained full ownership of the college. It was renamed Divine Word College of Tagbilaran in recognition of it being a full-fledged SVD school. From 1947 to 1970, it was run by SVD
expatriate missionaries. In 1970, Leo D. Ortiz became the first
Filipino president. Since then, Filipino priests have overseen its growth. On September 21, 2001, it was given full autonomy by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). On November 19, 2001, it was granted university status and its name was changed to Holy Name University.
About the University • The motto of Holy Name University is
Benedicite Nomini Eius (English: Blessed be His name). • The HNU seal or logo a blue shield surrounded by an unbroken cord of gold. A gold scroll in the middle contains the motto. The shield has four compartments, each containing an emblem: the three-dimensional triangle (representing the trilogy of education: instruction, research and community extension); the flaming torch (symbol of education and learning); the emblem of the Divine Word (representing both ownership and gratitude to the SVD); and the hills and coconut tree (representing the province of Bohol and beyond). The main colors of the logo are blue, green, and gold. • The school hymn is the "Holy Name March", written by Elpidio Biliran and his wife. • The school song is "I Wanna Be" by Michael Caňares.
Accreditation status Source: • Level IV PAASCU • College of Arts and Sciences • College of Business and Accountancy • College of Education • Level II PAASCU • High School Department • Grade School Department • Civil Engineering • Level I PAASCU • Nursing == Administration ==