Miss Universe Asia Chelsea Manalo Earns Double Honors from Her Alma Mater
CHELSEA MANALO – Miss Universe Asia Chelsea Manalo proudly receives dual awards from her alma mater, sparking admiration—discover the inspiring story behind her latest achievements.
Chelsea Manalo, crowned Miss Universe Asia and known for her inspiring achievements in pageantry, has once again been recognized—this time by her alma mater, De La Salle-Araneta University (DLSAU). The prestigious institution honored her with two notable awards during its 79th foundation week.
Manalo was named an “Alumna Achiever” by the DLSAU Alumni Association Inc. and received the Lasallians’ Choice Award from the university’s Gawad Lasallianeta 2025. The awarding ceremonies, part of the DLSAU Alumni Homecoming held on January 25, celebrated the theme DLSAU@79: Aspire to Greatness.
Taking to social media, Manalo expressed her gratitude for the recognition. “Grateful and honored to receive not just one but two incredible recognitions!” she wrote, alongside photos of the event. She also shared how these milestones inspire her to continue striving for excellence and representing her community with pride.
Manalo graduated with a degree in tourism management from DLSAU and also completed her senior high school education at the university in Malabon City. Her return to the campus was a homecoming not only for an alumna but also for an influential figure who continues to inspire the Lasallian community.
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Chelsea Manalo’s journey in the world of pageantry has been groundbreaking. In May last year, she made history as the first woman of Black heritage to win the Miss Universe Philippines title. Representing the Philippines at the 73rd Miss Universe competition in Mexico, she advanced to the Top 30, earned global admiration for topping the online poll in the national costume segment, and received the inaugural Miss Universe Asia title.
As the search for the next Miss Universe Philippines is underway, Manalo’s achievements set a high standard for aspiring beauty queens. Her legacy is a testament to resilience, excellence, and pride in her roots.
Through these recognitions from DLSAU, Manalo’s story continues to inspire not only the Lasallian community but also a broader audience across the globe.