This commemorative stamp from the Philippines celebrates the 50th Foundation Day of the University of the East, marking the institution’s establishment in 1946. Issued in 1996, the design features the iconic UE campus building, the university seal, and a statue symbolizing knowledge and progress. The stamp highlights the university’s contribution to higher education in the country. Educational-themed issues like this are valued by collectors focusing on academic institutions and Philippine history. The ₱4 denomination reflects its use for domestic postal rates during the period.