Abstract. Philippine English has been crucial in understanding students' perceptions of language varieties and linguistic identity. To understand this phenomenon, the faculty plays a vital role in language teaching. So, this study assessed the extent of awareness and attitude towards Philippine English among English faculty members in selected Higher Education Institutions in Sulu. A descriptive quantitative research design was utilized through purposive sampling for 60 selected respondents. Descriptive and inferential statistics were utilized to analyze the gathered data. Results revealed that the respondents have demonstrated a moderate awareness of Philippine English and expressed moderately positive overall attitudes towards it. No significant differences were found in the awareness levels or attitudes when data were based on age, gender, educational attainment, employment status, or institutional affiliation. However, a significant difference was observed in the level of awareness based on length of service. This aligns with the Acculturation Theory that emphasizes how prolonged exposure to societal practices influences language perceptions. Thus, this study underscores the significance of Philippine English as a distinct language variety and medium in education that necessitates its use for its increased recognition. It also considers the integration of teaching practices to improve linguistic diversity and cultural identity in Philippine classrooms.

Keywords: English faculty members; Higher Education Institutions; Philippine English.