China: The 100th Anniversary of Yunnan University

Yunnan University (YNU; 云南大学) was founded in 1922 and officially opened on April 20, 1923. As one of the earliest comprehensive universities established in the southwest border area of China. The university is part of Project 211 and the Double First-Class Construction. Students studying on the campus of Yunnan University have reached 19,872, of whom 9,919 are full-time undergraduates, 2,853 are postgraduates (94 are studying for their doctorate, 684 are studying for their master's).

Stamps on this Cover

4× The 100th Anniversary of Yunnan University Issued: 20-04-2023

1× World EXPO 2010 Shanghai China Issued: 19-12-2007

Many thanks to Xu Wei!

Brazil: Pioneering Female Scientists of Brazil

Stamps:

Pioneering Female Scientists of Brazil (from a set of 7) - Issued: 24-11-2024

Many thanks to Paolo!

China: The 100th Anniversary of Ocean University of China

The Ocean University of China (中国海洋大学) is a public university in Qingdao, Shandong, China. It is affiliated with the Ministry of Education of China. Founded in 1924, the Ocean University of China (OUC) in Qingdao marked its 100th anniversary in 2024 with a series of events highlighting a century of academic achievement and contributions to marine science. Originally established as Qingdao University, OUC has evolved into one of China’s top institutions, especially renowned for its research and education in oceanography and fisheries science.

Stamp:

The 100th Anniversary of Ocean University of China - Issued: 25-10-2024

Many thanks to Xu Wei!

Latvia: 500 Years of Latvian Books

To mark the 500th Anniversary of the first book printed in the Latvian language, Latvijas Pasts, in cooperation with the National Library of Latvia (NLL), has issued a special commemorative stamp titled “500 Years of Latvian Books”. The stamp has been released in a limited edition of 20,000 copies and has a face value of EUR 2.54, which corresponds to the postage rate for letters up to 20 grams sent to countries within the European Economic Area.

Stamp:

500 Years of Latvian Books - Issued: 03-04-2025

Many thanks to Vera!

Poland: The 80th Anniversary of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University

Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (MCSU) (Polish: Uniwersytet Marii Curie-Skłodowskiej w Lublinie, UMCS) is a public research university, in Lublin, Poland. It is named in honour of Marie Curie-Sklodowska. The University was founded on October 23, 1944, by the Lublin Committee during the Second World War. Since then, It has expanded to be the largest university in Eastern Poland, with over 12 Faculties in Lublin, and a satellite campus in Puławy. The University has nearly 16,000 students, who study in over 90 disciplines. Out of those 16,000, over 1,600 are international students, who represent almost 45 countries.

Stamp:

The 80th Anniversary of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University - Issued: 21-10-2024

Many thanks to Roman!

Germany: The 250th Anniversary of the Clausthal University of Technology

In 2025, the Technische Universität (TU) Clausthal is celebrating its 250th anniversary. Founded in 1775 as a mining school, the university has a long history in engineering and natural sciences and is now also active in areas like sustainability and digital technologies. To commemorate this milestone, the Deutsche Post has issued a special commemorative stamp (as can be seen below). The design reflects both the university’s mining roots and its current focus on innovation. TU Clausthal is planning a number of events throughout the year, including lectures, exhibitions, and academic conferences. 

Stamp:

The 250th Anniversary of the Clausthal University of Technology  - Issued: 01-03-2025

In addition to the stamp and First Day Cover, Deutsche Post also issued an official First Day Sheet, featuring background information on the TU Clausthal and the design of the stamp:

Many thanks to Nadja Wischmeyer for sending me both, the cover and the nice information sheet.

As part of the celebrations, Deutsche Post also issued a special Anniversary Cover featuring the TU Clausthal stamp with a first day cancellation from Bonn. Inside the cover was a postcard, which can also be seen below.

 

Singapore: Raffles Institution Bicentennial & 50th Anniversary of Sport Singapore

Raffles Institution is the oldest English medium school in Singapore, with a history that paralleled the nation's history. 2023 marked as the school's 200th anniversary. Separately, Sport Singapore (SportSG) celebrates 50 years of serving Singapore through Sport. It will continue to work with a vast network of public-private-people sector to enable all to Live Better Through Sport.

 Stamps:

Anniversaries "Raffles Institution Bicentennial &  50th Anniversary of Sport Singapore" - Issued: 28-04-2023

Many thanks to Henrik!

Cyprus: 50 Years of the Cyprus Thalassaemia Association + 70 Years of the Pancyprian Greek Teachers Organization (POED)

 

Stamps:

50 Years of the Cyprus Thalassaemia Association - Issued: 04-04-2023

70 Years of the Pancyprian Greek Teachers Organization (POED) - 04-04-2023

Refugee Fund Tax Stamp 2023

Serbia: 170 Years of Vocational Education in Serbia

By the Decree of Prince Aleksandar Karađorđević in March 1854, the first vocational school in Serbia was founded – the First Vocational School, for the planned and systematic preparation of personnel necessary for the new military factory (Topolivnica). It was the first institution of its kind in Serbia. On the stamp you can see the portrait of Prince Aleksandar Karađorđević.

Stamps:

2x 170 Years of Vocational Education in Serbia - Issued: 12-06-2024

 

Many thanks to Jelena!
 

South Korea: The 100th Anniversary of the The Chungsuk Academic Foundation

The Chungsuk Academic Foundation is the parent foundation of the Cheongju university. The Cheongseok Academic Foundation’s beginning can be traced to 1924, when Daeseong Primary School was founded with the mindset of saving the country, which was under Japanese rule, through education. Today, it has become a landmark of education, made up of seven schools ranging from elementary schools to universities. The Cheongseok Academic Foundation has raised 140,000 talented individuals to this day, and is currently aiding 20,000 students in their pursuit of knowledge in its capacity as a national private school of tradition. The stamps on the first day covers below are commemorating the 100th Anniversary.

 

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The 100th Anniversary of the The Chungsuk Academic Foundation - Issued: 12-04-2024

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The 100th Anniversary of the The Chungsuk Academic Foundation - Issued: 12-04-2024

Many thankt to Park Pyo Jun and Choonjong Park!

 

 

 

 

Bulgaria: The 50th Anniversary of Shumen University

The Constantine of Preslav University of Shumen in Bulgaria is named after Constantine of Preslav, the student of Saints Cyril and Methodius. Shumen University is one of the five classical public universities in Bulgaria it is recognized as a leading university that offers modern facilities for education, scientific researches and creative work. The university was founded as the Higher Pedagogical Institute with a decree of the State Council of the People's Republic of Bulgaria in 1971. In 1995 it was transformed into Constantine of Preslav University of Shumen.

Stamps:

Souvenir Sheet of 4x The 50th Anniversary of Shumen University - Issued:  01-11-2021

Thanks a lot Emil!

Lithuania: The 250th Anniversary of the Commission of National Education

 

Stamp:

The 250th Anniversary of the Commission of National Education - Issued: 13-10-2023

Many thanks to Vera!

Spain: The 50th Anniversary of the University of Cordoba

The University of Córdoba (Spanish: Universidad de Córdoba, UCO), is a university in Córdoba, in Andalusia, Spain, chartered in 1972. The university is structured in three main campuses: the Humanities and Legal and Social Sciences Campus, integrated in the urban center; the Health Sciences Campus, in the west of the city; and the Agrifood, Science and Technology campus of Rabanales, in the east of the city. UCO also contains the Polytechnic School of Bélmez, situated seventy kilometres away from Córdoba, where Mining Engineering and Public Works Technical Engineering degrees are offered. 

Source: Wikipedia

Stamp:

The 50th Anniversary of the University of Cordoba - Issued: 28-09-2022

I sent this cover to myself during my visit at the 2022 Ulm International Stamp Fair.

Philippines: National Teachers' Month 2023

 

Stamps:

National Teachers' Month 2023 (full set) - Issued: 05-09-2023

Many thanks to Vanessa!

Bulgaria: The 100th Anniversary of Veterinary Medical Education in Bulgaria

 

Stamps:

The 100th Anniversary of Veterinary Medical Education in Bulgaria - Issued: 13-10-2023

Many thanks to Emil!

Kazakhstan: The 125th Anniversary of the Birth of Temirbek Zhurgenov (1898-1938)

February 25, 2023 marked the 125th anniversary of the birth of Temirbek Zhurgenov, a prominent statesman and public figure, teacher and journalist who made an invaluable contribution to the development of education, culture and literature in Kazakhstan. Today, The Kazakh National Academy of Arts, several schools and colleges in the Kyzylorda Region, as well as streets in Astana and Almaty are named after him.

Stamps:

2x The 125th Anniversary of the Birth of Temirbek Zhurgenov (1898-1938) - Issued: 00-00-2023

Thanks a lot Pyotr!

Poland: The 550th Anniversary of the Birth of Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543)

 

Stamps:

2x The 550th Anniversary of the Birth of Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543)  - Issued: 29-01-2023

1x Via Carpatia - Issued: 03-10-2018

Many thanks to Roman!

Vatican: The 250th Anniversary of the Pontifical Lateran University + EUROPA 2022

The Pontifical Lateran University (Italian: Pontificia Università Lateranense), also known as Lateranum, is a pontifical university based in Rome. The university is known as "The Pope's University". Its Grand Chancellor is the Vicar General to the Holy Father for the Diocese of Rome. As of 2014 the Pontifical Lateran university had students from more than a hundred countries.

Stamps:

The 250th Anniversary of the Pontifical Lateran University - Issued: 21-09-2023

EUROPA 2022 - "Stories & Myths” - Issued: 16-05-2022

Gibraltar: Our Schools - "St. Anne’s School"

St. Anne’s School is a 500-place upper primary school for 7- to 11-year-old students. The school serves the northern district in Gibraltar. A new building was completed in September 2019 which can be seen on the stamp.

Our Schools - "St. Anne’s School" (from a set of 4) - Issued: 30-04-2020

The 50th Anniversary of the Coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (from a set of 4) - Issued: 20-02-2003

Many thanks to Eric!

Philippines: The 100th Anniversary of the University of the Philippines College of Business Administration (UPCBA)

The University of the Philippines is a state university system in the Philippines. It is the country's national university. Widely regarded and often cited as the Philippines' top university system, its alumni include a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, 7 of 17 Philippine presidents, 14 of 26 chief justices, 36 of 42 national scientists, and 40 of 57 national artists, the most of any university. The College of Business Administrationwas established in 1916, initially as a school within the university. It has since been the leader in management education in the Philippines, not because it is the oldest academic institution in management but because of its continuing pursuit of academic excellence. 

To note: Stamp inscriptions are misleading in that it appears to be the centennial of the Alumni Association of UPCBA, when in fact the Alumni Association is just the sponsor of the issue, not the celebrant (see: Source).

Stamp:

The 100th Anniversary of the University of the Philippines College of Business Administration (UPCBA) - Issued: 04-12-2016

Many thanks to Ani!