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https://alum.up.edu.ph/event/basic-statistics-with-exploratory-data-analysis-2/
Basic Statistics With Exploratory Data Analysis – UP Alumni Website
Basic Statistics With Exploratory Data Analysis November 8 @ 9:00 am - November 10 @ 4:00 pm Image from the STAT Facebook page Join the on-site training seminars in applied statistics organized by the UP Diliman School of Statistics, in collaboration with the UP Statistical Center Research Foundation, Inc., this November. The seminar “Basic Statistics With Exploratory Data Analysis” will be held on November 8–10. “Introduction to R and Data Management Using the Tidyverse Ecosystem” will be on November 15–17. Meanwhile, “Applied Statistical Forecasting” will be held on November 23–24. Register by visiting https://bit.ly/UPSS-November2023-Trainings. Add to calendar DETAILS Start: November 8 @ 9:00 am End: November 10 @ 4:00 pm UP Manila HOPE Course (Virtual) Pan-adivay: A SILBI Series of Lectures and Workshops
https://alum.up.edu.ph/event/land-of-turmoil-colonization-and-division-of-the-korean-peninsula/
Land of Turmoil: Colonization and Division of the Korean Peninsula – UP Alumni Website
Land of Turmoil: Colonization and Division of the Korean Peninsula November 6 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm [SPECIAL LECTURE] Land of Turmoil: Colonization and Division of the Korean Peninsula 🔹️Date: NOV 6 & NOV 13, 9am – 12pm (GMT+8) 🔹️Mode: Online (ZOOM, YouTube Live Streaming) 🔸️Registration Link: https://bit.ly/SpecialLecture2023 The special lecture is co-hosted by the UP Center for International Studies (UPCIS), UP KRC, and Seoul National University – Asia Center (SNUAC) on two Mondays, Nov 6 & Nov 13, 2023. This is an ONLINE event and open to the public. 🔹️TOPICS: (1) November 6: Japanese Colonialism and the Independence Movement (2) November 13: Division of Korea & Post-war Korean History and Democratization 🔸️Speaker: Dr. Benjamin A. Engel is a Research Professor at the Institute of International Affairs, Seoul National University. He received his Ph.D. and Master’s in International Studies from the Graduate School of International Studies, Seoul National University. His dissertation, entitled “A Search for a Tacit Agreement: U.S.-ROK Relations and Human Rights, 1972-1980,” focuses on the development of U.S. human rights diplomacy toward South Korea and the subsequent ROK government response during the 1970s. His recent academic publications include “For the Sake of Appearances: The Case of South Korean Authoritarian Image Management in the 1970s” published in The Korean Journal of International Studies in 2023, and “Aiding and Abetting: Role of Foreign Missionaries in the South Korean Democracy Movement” published in Korea Observer in 2020. Source: UP Korea Research Center Facebook Add to calendar DETAILS Date: November 6 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm UP Manila HOPE Course (Face-to-Face) UP Tacloban College People’s Museum of Climate Justice
https://alum.up.edu.ph/events/2023-11-07/
Events for November 7, 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation Day 11/7/2023 Select date. Ongoing October 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am - January 26, 2024 @ 4:00 pm Waray-Pag-ultan han Pinulongan: Mulay-Mulay ha Binisaya (Waray without Borders: Playing with Words) October 20 @ 8:00 am - November 22 @ 5:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Month November 6 @ 7:00 am - November 8 @ 5:00 pm INSPIRE 2023: the 26th Mechanical Ventilation and Critical Care Workshop November 6 @ 9:00 am - November 10 @ 5:00 pm UP Manila HOPE Course (Face-to-Face) November 6 @ 9:00 am - November 10 @ 5:00 pm UP Tacloban College People’s Museum of Climate Justice November 6 @ 1:00 pm - November 17 @ 5:00 pm UP Manila HOPE Course (Virtual) Previous Day Next Day Subscribe to calendar
https://alum.up.edu.ph/event/up-tacloban-college-peoples-museum-of-climate-justice/
UP Tacloban College People’s Museum of Climate Justice – UP Alumni Website
UP Tacloban College People’s Museum of Climate Justice November 6 @ 9:00 am - November 10 @ 5:00 pm UP Tacloban College, in partnership with Greenpeace Southeast Asia-Philippines, welcomes you to the People’s Museum of Climate Justice that will have its inaugural run on 6-10 November 2023 at UP Tacloban’s Multipurpose Building. The museum features objects of memory, art pieces, and stories contributed by participants in community workshops organized by Greenpeace in Tacloban, Bohol, Manila, and Davao. Designed as a living, evolving exhibit co-created and co-curated with community participants, the museum pieces illustrate, narrate, and memorialize people’s experiences, struggles, and hope in the face of extreme weather events and other environmental threats. Museum goers will also have the chance to do a ship tour of Greenpeace’s iconic ship, the Rainbow Warrior, docked at the Tacloban Port on 6-10 November 2023. To sign up for a museum visit and boat tour, register online at act.gp/shiptour2023reg. The People’s Museum of Climate Justice is part of UP Tacloban’s commemoration of the 10th anniversary of the Super Typhoon Yolanda tragedy. Source: UP Tacloban – Leyte Samar Heritage Center Facebook Add to calendar DETAILS Start: November 6 @ 9:00 am End: November 10 @ 5:00 pm Land of Turmoil: Colonization and Division of the Korean Peninsula UP Manila HOPE Course (Virtual)
https://alum.up.edu.ph/event/up-manila-hope-course-virtual-6/
UP Manila HOPE Course (Virtual) – UP Alumni Website
UP Manila HOPE Course (Virtual) November 6 @ 1:00 pm - November 17 @ 5:00 pm 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐎𝐏𝐄 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞! 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟓-𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑, 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏 𝐏𝐌 𝐭𝐨 𝟓 𝐏𝐌 𝐝𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝟏𝟓𝟎 𝐂𝐌𝐄 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 (𝐏𝐂𝐄𝐌). Scan the QR code below, or visit bit.ly/UPMHOPE to register. The monthly schedule for this year is indicated below, along with the answers to some of the frequently asked questions. Hospital Preparedness for Emergencies (HOPE) is a course of the Program for Enhancement of Emergency Response that was developed by the United States Agency for International Development through its Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance in collaboration with the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center, John Hopkins University, National Society for Earthquake Technology-Nepal, and a team of leading experts from the Asia Pacific region. The course has been tested and delivered in Bangladesh, Indonesia, Nepal, and the Philippines. A certificate that contains the logo of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center: Program for Enhancement of Emergency Response will be handed to each participant after finishing the course. For more information, kindly refer to this link: https://bit.ly/3EIETvI. For more inquiries, kindly send us an email at [email protected] or ping us on Messenger. Source: UP Manila DRRM – H Center Facebook Add to calendar DETAILS Start: November 6 @ 1:00 pm End: November 17 @ 5:00 pm UP Tacloban College People’s Museum of Climate Justice Basic Statistics With Exploratory Data Analysis
https://alum.up.edu.ph/event/up-manila-hope-course-face-to-face-5/
UP Manila HOPE Course (Face-to-Face) – UP Alumni Website
UP Manila HOPE Course (Face-to-Face) November 6 @ 9:00 am - November 10 @ 5:00 pm 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐎𝐏𝐄 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞! 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟓-𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑, 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟏 𝐏𝐌 𝐭𝐨 𝟓 𝐏𝐌 𝐝𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝟏𝟓𝟎 𝐂𝐌𝐄 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 (𝐏𝐂𝐄𝐌). Scan the QR code below, or visit bit.ly/UPMHOPE to register. The monthly schedule for this year is indicated below, along with the answers to some of the frequently asked questions. Hospital Preparedness for Emergencies (HOPE) is a course of the Program for Enhancement of Emergency Response that was developed by the United States Agency for International Development through its Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance in collaboration with the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center, John Hopkins University, National Society for Earthquake Technology-Nepal, and a team of leading experts from the Asia Pacific region. The course has been tested and delivered in Bangladesh, Indonesia, Nepal, and the Philippines. A certificate that contains the logo of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center: Program for Enhancement of Emergency Response will be handed to each participant after finishing the course. For more information, kindly refer to this link: https://bit.ly/3EIETvI. For more inquiries, kindly send us an email at [email protected] or ping us on Messenger. Source: UP Manila DRRM – H Center Facebook Add to calendar DETAILS Start: November 6 @ 9:00 am End: November 10 @ 5:00 pm INSPIRE 2023: the 26th Mechanical Ventilation and Critical Care Workshop Land of Turmoil: Colonization and Division of the Korean Peninsula
https://alum.up.edu.ph/event/inspire-2023-the-26th-mechanical-ventilation-and-critical-care-workshop/
INSPIRE 2023: the 26th Mechanical Ventilation and Critical Care Workshop – UP Alumni Website
INSPIRE 2023: the 26th Mechanical Ventilation and Critical Care Workshop November 6 @ 7:00 am - November 8 @ 5:00 pm JUST A FEW MORE DAYS before INSPIRE 2023: the 26th Mechanical Ventilation and Critical Care Workshop! Here’s a look at what’s in store for our participants. We are pleased to announce that this year’s workshop marks the return to face-to-face sessions, including lectures and hands-on demonstrations, to be conducted by renowned experts in the field of Pulmonary Medicine and Critical Care Medicine. The sessions are carefully designed to enhance one’s understanding and skills on the current approach to mechanical ventilation and critical care management, and we can’t wait for you to get INSPIRED. See you on November 6-8, 2023 at the Manila Hotel. To register, please visit tinyurl.com/INSPIRE-2023. If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at 09175600177 or 09171227656. For more updates, visit our page at Inspire 2023 – 26th PGH Mechanical Ventilator Workshop. We hope to see you there! Source: UP PGH Department of Medicine Facebook Add to calendar DETAILS Start: November 6 @ 7:00 am End: November 8 @ 5:00 pm Stop COVID Deaths Webinar #170: “Kalusugan ng Ina at Sanggol” Demystifying Trophobalstic Diseases UP Manila HOPE Course (Face-to-Face)
https://alum.up.edu.ph/event/stop-covid-deaths-webinar-170/
Stop COVID Deaths Webinar #170: “Kalusugan ng Ina at Sanggol” Demystifying Trophobalstic Diseases – UP Alumni Website
Stop COVID Deaths Webinar #170: “Kalusugan ng Ina at Sanggol” Demystifying Trophobalstic Diseases November 3 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm The University of the Philippines in partnership with National Telehealth Center of the UP Manila-National Institutes of Health and in cooperation with UP Philippine General Hospital and UP College of Medicine would like to invite you to join the Fight Against C.O.V.I.D.!   Registration slots are limited to this SPECIAL EDITION of the STOP C.O.V.I.D. DEATHS Webinar Series. (Current COVID-19 problems; Other outbreaks; Viruses; Infections; Disasters) So sign up NOW: bit.ly/StopCOVIDDeathsWebinar170   Webinar #170 November 3, 2023 (Friday) 12nn “Kalusugan ng Ina at Sanggol” Demystifying Trophoblastic Diseases Presenters: DR. MARIEL S. NEVADO-GAMMAD Past Assistant Secretary, Philippine Society for the Study of Trophoblastic Diseases Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology UP – Philippine General Hospital DR. MARIA FEBI B. DE RAMOS Board Secretary, Philippine Society for the Study of Trophoblastic Diseases Clinical Associate Professor and Training Officer, Division of Trophoblastic Diseases Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology UP – Philippine General Hospital Reactor: DR. AGNES L. SORIANO-ESTRELLA Immediate Past President, Philippine Society for the Study of Trophoblastic Diseases Vice President, Philippine Society for Climacteric Medicine Associate Professor and Chief, Division of Trophoblastic Diseases Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology UP – Philippine General Hospital Synthesis & Closing Remarks: DR. STELLA MARIE L. JOSE Head, Office of Expanded Education and Training UP – Philippine General Hospital ———————————————————– November 3, 2023 (Friday) 12nn Webinar #170 “Kalusugan ng Ina at Sanggol” Demystifying Trophoblastic Diseases Trophoblastic Diseases are a topic of utmost significance, with far-reaching implications for the health and well-being of expectant mothers and their unborn children. Hydatidiform Mole and Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia often cause bewilderment amongst the general public. These rare conditions, though potentially perilous, are often shrouded in technical jargon that can be intimidating to the layperson. In this week’s webinar, our panel of distinguished experts will take you on an expedition through the science and medical intricacies of Hydatidiform Mole and Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia. They will share insights that are lucid and comprehensible, providing a comprehensive understanding of these conditions from recognizing common symptoms to methods of diagnosis and the latest treatment options. Our main speakers are Dr. Mariel S. Nevado-Gammad, who is a Past Assistant Secretary of the Philippine Society for the Study of Trophoblastic Diseases, and Dr. Maria Febi B. De Ramos, who is currently the Board Secretary of the same society as well as Training Officer of the Division of Trophoblastic Diseases of the UP-PGH Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Our reactor is Dr. Agnes L. Soriano-Estrella, who is the immediate Past President of the Philippine Society for the Study of Trophoblastic Diseases and currently the Chief of the Division of Trophoblastic Diseases of the UP-PGH Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology. The Synthesis and Closing Remarks will be delivered by Dr. Stella Marie L. Jose, who is the Head of the Office of Expanded Education and Training at the UP Philippine General Hospital. Join us in this imperative journey of knowledge and empowerment regarding Hydatidiform Mole and Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia, and help shape a healthier future for expectant mothers and infants. Together, let’s unlock the mysteries of trophoblastic diseases. Add to calendar DETAILS Date: November 3 Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Conversations in Performance Studies 2023 INSPIRE 2023: the 26th Mechanical Ventilation and Critical Care Workshop
https://alum.up.edu.ph/events/2023-11-04/
Events for November 4, 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation Day 11/4/2023 Select date. Ongoing October 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am - January 26, 2024 @ 4:00 pm Waray-Pag-ultan han Pinulongan: Mulay-Mulay ha Binisaya (Waray without Borders: Playing with Words) October 20 @ 8:00 am - November 22 @ 5:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Month Previous Day Next Day Subscribe to calendar
https://alum.up.edu.ph/events/2023-11-06/
Events for November 6, 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation Day 11/6/2023 Select date. Ongoing October 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am - January 26, 2024 @ 4:00 pm Waray-Pag-ultan han Pinulongan: Mulay-Mulay ha Binisaya (Waray without Borders: Playing with Words) October 20 @ 8:00 am - November 22 @ 5:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Month 7:00 am November 6 @ 7:00 am - November 8 @ 5:00 pm INSPIRE 2023: the 26th Mechanical Ventilation and Critical Care Workshop 9:00 am November 6 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Land of Turmoil: Colonization and Division of the Korean Peninsula November 6 @ 9:00 am - November 10 @ 5:00 pm UP Manila HOPE Course (Face-to-Face) November 6 @ 9:00 am - November 10 @ 5:00 pm UP Tacloban College People’s Museum of Climate Justice 1:00 pm November 6 @ 1:00 pm - November 17 @ 5:00 pm UP Manila HOPE Course (Virtual) Previous Day Next Day Subscribe to calendar
https://alum.up.edu.ph/events/2023-11-05/
Events for November 5, 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation Day 11/5/2023 Select date. Ongoing October 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am - January 26, 2024 @ 4:00 pm Waray-Pag-ultan han Pinulongan: Mulay-Mulay ha Binisaya (Waray without Borders: Playing with Words) October 20 @ 8:00 am - November 22 @ 5:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Month Previous Day Next Day Subscribe to calendar
https://alum.up.edu.ph/events/2023-11-03/
Events for November 3, 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation Day 11/3/2023 Select date. Ongoing October 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am - January 26, 2024 @ 4:00 pm Waray-Pag-ultan han Pinulongan: Mulay-Mulay ha Binisaya (Waray without Borders: Playing with Words) October 20 @ 8:00 am - November 22 @ 5:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Month 12:00 pm November 3 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Stop COVID Deaths Webinar #170: “Kalusugan ng Ina at Sanggol” Demystifying Trophobalstic Diseases Previous Day Next Day Subscribe to calendar
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Events for November 2, 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation Day 11/2/2023 Select date. Ongoing October 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am - January 26, 2024 @ 4:00 pm Waray-Pag-ultan han Pinulongan: Mulay-Mulay ha Binisaya (Waray without Borders: Playing with Words) October 20 @ 8:00 am - November 22 @ 5:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Month Previous Day Next Day Subscribe to calendar
https://alum.up.edu.ph/event/indigenous-peoples-month/
Indigenous Peoples Month – UP Alumni Website
Indigenous Peoples Month October 20 @ 8:00 am - November 22 @ 5:00 pm 🌿✨ Embrace the Living Heritage in Creativity and Nature! Join us in celebrating Indigenous Peoples Month this October at the University of the Philippines Baguio! ✨🌿 University of the Philippines Baguio Committee on Culture and the Arts (CCA), Program for Indigenous Cultures (PIC), Cordillera Textiles Research Project (CordiTex), University Student Council (USC), and Pagawisan Tako Am-in (PAGTA) are proud to invite the entire UP Baguio community to a month-long celebration dedicated to honoring the rich heritage of our Indigenous Peoples. Under the Presidential Proclamation No. 1906 and the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA), we are delighted to bring you an array of activities that echo the essence of indigenous cultural vibrance and awareness. Let us come together, learn, and celebrate the beauty of our Living Heritage! Join us in this meaningful journey of discovery, appreciation, and cultural harmony. October 20 | 11 AM Living Cultural Tradition: Pinikpikan Lecture-Demonstration October 20 | 2 PM Education Discussion: Weaponry October 23-26 | 9 AM PiCafe 3 October 25 | 8 AM Dad-an Tako Conference October 27 | 10 AM Living Cultural Tradition: Tapëy Making Lecture-Demonstration November 17 | Intangible Cultural Heritage Workshop November 23 | Weaving Workshop with The CordiTex Project November 2023 | AYUYANG Together, let’s make this Indigenous Peoples Month a meaningful celebration for our Living Heritage! Source: UP Baguio Program for Indigenous Cultures Facebook Add to calendar DETAILS Start: October 20 @ 8:00 am End: November 22 @ 5:00 pm Online launch “Kaagi: Visayan Identities in Cultural Texts” Insights on the Civil Code, Family Code, and Jurisprudential Treatment of Nonmarital Children: Implications of the Ruling in Aquino v. Aquino on the Re-examination of the Iron Curtain Rule
https://alum.up.edu.ph/event/conversations-in-performance-studies-2023/
Conversations in Performance Studies 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Conversations in Performance Studies 2023 October 30 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Image from the DSCTA Facebook page Join the “Conversations in Performance Studies 2023” with UP Diliman Department of Speech Communication and Theatre Arts (DSCTA) alumni Allen Baylosis and Ian Rafael Ramirez on October 30, Monday, at 10 a.m. via Zoom. Baylosis, a PhD student in gender, race, sexuality, and social justice at the University of British Columbia, Canada, will discuss “Assembling Filipinx Commons?: Diasporic Lives and Minortiarian Aesthetic Performances in British Columbia.” Ramirez, a PhD candidate in theatre and performance studies at the University of Melbourne, Australia, will talk about “Mapping the Constellations of Baklang Kanal Worldmaking.” Register at https://up-edu.zoom.us/…/tJEsdequrTwrGtZACbt…. Add to calendar DETAILS Date: October 30 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm “Who Let the Dogs Out?: A Campus Walk with Our Pets and the Emotional Support Animals” Stop COVID Deaths Webinar #170: “Kalusugan ng Ina at Sanggol” Demystifying Trophobalstic Diseases
https://alum.up.edu.ph/events/2023-10-31/
Events for October 31, 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation Day 10/31/2023 Select date. Ongoing October 14 @ 9:00 am - October 31 @ 5:00 pm Marco Ruben T. Malto II’s ‘Bisa’ painting exhibit October 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am - January 26, 2024 @ 4:00 pm Waray-Pag-ultan han Pinulongan: Mulay-Mulay ha Binisaya (Waray without Borders: Playing with Words) October 20 @ 8:00 am - November 22 @ 5:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Month Previous Day Next Day Subscribe to calendar
https://alum.up.edu.ph/event/marco-ruben-t-malto-iis-bisa-painting-exhibit/
Marco Ruben T. Malto II’s ‘Bisa’ painting exhibit – UP Alumni Website
Marco Ruben T. Malto II’s ‘Bisa’ painting exhibit October 14 @ 9:00 am - October 31 @ 5:00 pm The following is a press release from the ‘Bisa’ painting exhibit. When the horn-headed aliens from planet Boazan invade to conquer Earth, a team of young heroes goes “Let’s volt in!” and turns into Voltes V to save the day. Pilots of five attack vehicles fly into a V formation, and using ultra-electromagnetic energy, they come together to boost their strength to fight the superior Boazanians. This mind-blowing transformation into a Super Electromagnetic Machine that kept its young viewers glued to their screens happens with the LSS-inducing theme song in the background and the all-too-familiar battle cry, “Voltes Fiiiive-vah!” The recent return of Voltes V on mainstream TV banks on the power of nostalgia over the beloved Japanese anime, particularly among its first Filipino viewers whose excitement for its nearing finale was cut short by the banning of the show in 1979 for promoting “unwholesome attitudes among children toward violence.” But the show’s fanatics swear the story of Voltes V promotes good values with the heroes looking for their missing father, the underdogs standing up against injustice, tyranny and oppression, and the five pilots learning the value of teamwork. For many, Voltes V is really about “family and freedom.” The V in this iconic anime character stands for the five heroes, and presumably their ultimate goal — Victory. Coincidentally, the rebirth of the popular “peace sign” during the last presidential campaign resembles the letter V, with the candidates waving it ending up victorious indeed. Perhaps more than any other political party, the current officials put a premium on the impact of images, and the power of propaganda. More than a year into the “New Philippines” regime, and upon lifting the country’s state of emergency from the COVID-19 pandemic, logo launching became a regular event. Government agencies have been promoting their redesigned logos left and right as part of the administration’s campaign for a new brand of governance and leadership. Bagong Pilipinas is “characterized by a principled, accountable and dependable government reinforced by unified institutions of society,” and it comes with its own logo. Logos, after all, are graphics for easy recall and understanding of what a brand is all about. The design is as important as the capacity of the brand to make good on its commitment to its audience. When a government, or any organization, cannot deliver on its brand promise, then the logo means nothing. There is a fine line between branding and propaganda. Branding happens when a word, a slogan, an image, or a logo is repeatedly projected to the public until it remains firmly in their memory, and they finally take it for a fact. Political branding involves government and political actors, and can be used for either public information or mass disinformation. The success of political branding or campaigns to instil ideas aimed at shaping public opinions have been most evident in the past national elections. An entire nation suffering from “truth decay” has been voting based on its perceived facts. As one Madam once pointed out, “Perception is real, the truth is not.” Amid all the brouhaha over the strongly criticized government logos and campaigns, Bagong Pilipinas has been marked by high inflation rates, high prices of basic commodities, high unemployment rates, and low expectations from incumbent leaders. 51% of the Filipino families who rated themselves “poor,” and even the 30% who considered themselves on “borderline,” are bearing the brunt of poor public service delivery, problematic education system, tensions in West Philippine Sea, damages due to extreme weather changes, red-tagging, and mounting cases of massive corruption. With hope running dry, most Filipinos, particularly those without privilege or power, are turning yet again to their most available source of strength — their faith. Some would argue that in “faith, hope, and love,” the greatest of all is faith. Faithful Filipinos can be followers of superpowers or local heroes, saints or deities, prayers or rituals, religious articles or amulets, influencers or idols, political parties or patronage, vaccines or facemasks, Lazada or Shopee. Faith in the protection and power offered by these fountains of hope is a comfort provider to overcome challenges, as well as a courage booster to make things happen. Faith is a formidable force — the vaccine to a virus, the booster to a weakening immunity, the Voltes V to Prince Zardoz. Faith is hoping for heroes’ timely rescue, the prayer to one’s god for protection, the undying quest for mystical powers, the rain dance to water shortage, the dopamine from fangirling K-pop idols or binge-watching K-dramas, and the highly sought-after assurance from political alliances. In his painting exhibit Bisa, artist, University of the Philippines Fine Arts professor, and painter Marco Ruben T. Malto II examines the efficacy, influence, power, or strength of various forms of faith. This is not the first time Malto has featured manifestations of the Filipino faith in his works. Faith and the beliefs that they represent using the enigmatic anting-anting elements is a recurring theme in the artist’s works, alongside his suggestive narratives referencing popular images to reflect on current issues dominating the nation. The symbols found in anting-antings can be traced to hybrid beliefs combining Roman-Judeo-Christian religion and Filipino folk beliefs in the Bathala. Just as each element in a logo design is strategically decided to achieve desired results, the symbols etched in the amulets are meticulously composed in order to heal, protect, and strengthen the faithful wearer. In Bisa, the artist showcases how every text in pidgin Latin deliberately inscribed in his works are interplayed with imageries to put to power what many Filipinos consider their talisman. Malto’s Bisa Exhibit opens on Saturday, October 14, at 6 pm, at Boston Gallery (2nd Flr) on 72 Boston Street, Cubao, Quezon City. The exhibit runs until October 31, 2023. Gallery hours are from 9 am to 5 pm, Tuesdays to Sundays. About the artist Every year, for the past 10 years, solo exhibitions by Marco Ruben T. Malto II embody themes capturing the country’s current crucial concerns and how they interplay with history and the nuances of the Filipino culture. The professor in the artist constantly aspires to educate by engaging his public in important national discourses — using his works to characterize and to comment on the socio-political conditions of the present, while remembering history and drawing on cultural references from thematic beliefs and practices that are distinctly Filipino. Malto is a graduate of UP Diliman College of Fine Arts (UPCFA) completing his Bachelor of Fine Arts Major in Painting degree in 1993, and his Master of Fine Arts degree in 2002. He has been teaching at UPCFA-Department of Studio Arts since 2002, and has been a recipient of the University Artist Award, and the UP Diliman Centennial Professorial Chair Award for his annual solo exhibits from 2013 to 2022. Source: https://www.rappler.com/bulletin-board/bisa-painting-exhibit-quezon-city-october-2023/ Add to calendar DETAILS Start: October 14 @ 9:00 am End: October 31 @ 5:00 pm 38th Sustainable Shared Growth Seminar: In Search of Community Currency Mukhang Pamilyar (Looks Familiar): The First Solo Exhibition of Jesus Manuel Santiago
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Events for October 30, 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation Day 10/30/2023 Select date. Ongoing October 14 @ 9:00 am - October 31 @ 5:00 pm Marco Ruben T. Malto II’s ‘Bisa’ painting exhibit October 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am - January 26, 2024 @ 4:00 pm Waray-Pag-ultan han Pinulongan: Mulay-Mulay ha Binisaya (Waray without Borders: Playing with Words) October 20 @ 8:00 am - November 22 @ 5:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Month 10:00 am October 30 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Conversations in Performance Studies 2023 Previous Day Next Day Subscribe to calendar
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Events for October 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation Month 10/2023 Select date. Calendar of Events M T W T F S S 9 events, 25 6 events, 26 4 events, 27 12 events, 28 12 events, 29 4 events, 30 1 event, 1 5 events, 2 8 events, 3 11 events, 4 13 events, 5 20 events, 6 9 events, 7 7 events, 8 9 events, 9 7 events, 10 7 events, 11 9 events, 12 8 events, 13 10 events, 14 6 events, 15 9 events, 16 5 events, 17 16 events, 18 12 events, 19 17 events, 20 13 events, 21 6 events, 22 9 events, 23 11 events, 24 15 events, 25 14 events, 26 13 events, 27 9 events, 28 3 events, 29 4 events, 30 3 events, 31 2 events, 1 2 events, 2 3 events, 3 2 events, 4 2 events, 5 Sep This Month Nov Subscribe to calendar
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Events for December 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation Month 12/2023 Select date. Calendar of Events M T W T F S S 3 events, 27 9 events, 28 6 events, 29 4 events, 30 9 events, 1 8 events, 2 6 events, 3 5 events, 4 3 events, 5 5 events, 6 3 events, 7 5 events, 8 6 events, 9 5 events, 10 4 events, 11 4 events, 12 5 events, 13 4 events, 14 6 events, 15 6 events, 16 1 event, 17 3 events, 18 2 events, 19 3 events, 20 2 events, 21 2 events, 22 1 event, 23 1 event, 24 1 event, 25 1 event, 26 1 event, 27 1 event, 28 2 events, 29 1 event, 30 1 event, 31 October 19 October 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am - January 26, 2024 @ 4:00 pm Waray-Pag-ultan han Pinulongan: Mulay-Mulay ha Binisaya (Waray without Borders: Playing with Words) December 22 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Stop COVID Deaths Webinar #177 Nov This Month Jan Subscribe to calendar
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Events for November 1, 2023 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation Day 11/1/2023 Select date. Ongoing October 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am - January 26, 2024 @ 4:00 pm Waray-Pag-ultan han Pinulongan: Mulay-Mulay ha Binisaya (Waray without Borders: Playing with Words) October 20 @ 8:00 am - November 22 @ 5:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Month Previous Day Next Day Subscribe to calendar
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Events from December 18 – December 15 – UP Alumni Website
Events Search and Views Navigation Search Event Views Navigation List 11/1/2023 - 11/9/2023 Select date. November 2023 WED 1 October 19, 2023 @ 10:00 am - January 26, 2024 @ 4:00 pm Waray-Pag-ultan han Pinulongan: Mulay-Mulay ha Binisaya (Waray without Borders: Playing with Words) WED 1 October 20 @ 8:00 am - November 22 @ 5:00 pm Indigenous Peoples Month FRI 3 November 3 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Stop COVID Deaths Webinar #170: “Kalusugan ng Ina at Sanggol” Demystifying Trophobalstic Diseases MON 6 November 6 @ 7:00 am - November 8 @ 5:00 pm INSPIRE 2023: the 26th Mechanical Ventilation and Critical Care Workshop MON 6 November 6 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Land of Turmoil: Colonization and Division of the Korean Peninsula MON 6 November 6 @ 9:00 am - November 10 @ 5:00 pm UP Manila HOPE Course (Face-to-Face) MON 6 November 6 @ 9:00 am - November 10 @ 5:00 pm UP Tacloban College People’s Museum of Climate Justice MON 6 November 6 @ 1:00 pm - November 17 @ 5:00 pm UP Manila HOPE Course (Virtual) WED 8 November 8 @ 9:00 am - November 10 @ 4:00 pm Basic Statistics With Exploratory Data Analysis WED 8 November 8 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Pan-adivay: A SILBI Series of Lectures and Workshops WED 8 November 8 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Kaya Ba Today? Group Sessions on Demotivation and Low Productivity THU 9 November 9 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Using Wearables and Apps to Characterize Your Own Recurring Average Treatment Effects
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UP Table Tennis coach Oskie Santelices, 59, passes away – UP Alumni Website
UP Table Tennis coach Oskie Santelices, 59, passes away May 11, 2021 ByAeron Paul Valderrama One of University of the Philippines’ sporting greats passed away Monday morning. Oscar Yoshihiro “Oskie” Santelices (September 16, 1961 – May 10, 2021) battled through COVID-19, but was pronounced dead at 1:05 a.m. on Monday. He was 59 years old. His wife Gwen posted the news on her Facebook account. Santelices played for University of Santo Tomas in his stint in the UAAP. After his collegiate years, he was hired to serve in UP’s faculty and then went on to coach its table tennis teams. He subsequently became its Varsity Office’s Director for six years. In UAAP Season 80, Santelices was honored as part of the league’s great athletes during its opening ceremony. The decorated tactician’s last championship was a memorable one, as he led the UP women’s team to a historic sweep of the erstwhile undefeated De La Salle University, headed by the late Ian Lariba, in UAAP Season 76. The Lady Green Paddlers had the thrice-to-beat advantage in the Finals, but the Fighting Maroons had managed to take all the three team matches in the championship round en route to its sixth UAAP title. He is survived by his wife Gwen and two sons, Jolo and Nigel. Source: https://tiebreakertimes.com.ph/tbt/oskie-santelices-59-passes-away/207775
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Gerardo C. Payumo Jr. (BS in Sugar Technology 1979) – UP Alumni Website
Gerardo C. Payumo Jr. (BS in Sugar Technology 1979) October 27, 2023 Let’s offer a prayer for our departed alumnus. May he rest in peace. If you have heard or read about any fellow UPLB alumnus/alumna who passed away, please inform us through https://alum.uplb.edu.ph/submit-obituary Source: UPLB Office of Alumni Relations Facebook
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Milagros E. Jorda-Tubelleja (BS Home Technology 1955; MS Family Resource Management 1977) – UP Alumni Website
Milagros E. Jorda-Tubelleja (BS Home Technology 1955; MS Family Resource Management 1977) November 10, 2023 Let’s offer a prayer for our departed alumna. May she rest in peace. If you have heard or read about any fellow UPLB alumnus/alumna who passed away, please inform us through https://alum.uplb.edu.ph/submit-obituary Source: UPLB Office of Alumni Relations Facebook
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Ms. Daisy B. Magalit-Rodriguez, MN, MPA, RN (1943-2022) – UP Alumni Website
Ms. Daisy B. Magalit-Rodriguez, MN, MPA, RN (1943-2022) October 27, 2022 It is with deep sadness that we mourn the loss of our Immediate Past President, Ms. Daisy Magalit Rodriguez, MN, MPA, RN. She was a selfless and enthusiastic leader for all of us at UPAAA. You will truly be missed, President Daisy. Your service to the UPAAA and greater UP community will forever live on. #RestinPeace Source: UP Alumni Association in America Facebook
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UP Tacloban celebrates its 49th founding anniversary – UP Alumni Website
UP Tacloban celebrates its 49th founding anniversary May 23, 2022 UP Tacloban is celebrating its 49th founding anniversary on 23 May 2022 with the theme “Pagbuslak han Katahum,” which is a translation into Waray of “breaking into grace,” a line from Victor Sugbo’s poem “Continuities.” We are celebrating the grace of flourishing amidst the pandemic and super typhoons, economic instability, and socio-political upheavals — a flourishing that is evident in our teaching, research, and public service projects with our students and alumni, faculty and staff, and partner communities and organizations. Our anniversary activities include fora with students and staff on coping with stress and anxiety in the post-election context, organized by the Office of Student Affairs and Division of Social Sciences; an anniversary video presentation and sportsfest organized by the Division of Humanities; a Balik Scientist exit report presentation hosted by the Leyte Samar Heritage Center and Division of Management; a virtual open mic led by the UPVTC Student Council; and the 10th Annual Conference on Environmental Science organized by the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Join us in celebrating 49 years of breaking into grace. #UPTacloban49thFoundingAnniversary #PagbuslakhanKatahum
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Dr. Aurora “Rory” S. Baldrias, 73 – UP Alumni Website
Dr. Aurora “Rory” S. Baldrias, 73 May 4, 2021 To the family of our beloved Principal Miss Aurora Baldrias, our deepest sympathy and condolences. The Laguna College family is deeply saddened by her untimely demise. The LC administration and Board of Trustees are forever grateful for her life long dedication and tremendous contribution to the school. We will miss her dearly. She has been a pillar of strength and leadership inspiring generations of students and teachers alike. She was such a brilliant mentor, teacher and a faithful friend. Miss Rory Baldrias left a legacy of extraordinary loyalty and professionalism. As our Laguna College hymm states, “Faithful and true-hearted, we shall be to the College” – that is what she was. Ma’am Rory, thank you and goodbye. May you rest in peace. Source: Laguna College Fb page
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U.P. Alumni Association in America, Inc. Letter of Support – UP Alumni Website
U.P. Alumni Association in America, Inc. Letter of Support February 20, 2021 Dear President Danilo Concepcion, faculty and students: On behalf of the UP Alumni Association in America, Inc. (UPAAA, Inc.), we express our strong support for your stand in preserving the integrity and independence of the University as the bastion of academic freedom in the country. Our vision clearly articulates the values of UPAAA, Inc. as “ a strong broad-based organization of alumni of the University of the Philippines in the service and support of the Alma mater, the UP alumni, the UP system and the community in pursuit of common goals.” Recent developments have prompted us to highlight once more what the University stands for and its role as the nation’s premier educational institution of learning. UP is a microcosm of the larger community but has a significant role in nation-building. It is, and has been, the breeding ground for progressive and creative ideas and free expression represented by the iconic statue of the Oblation. The university has produced leaders in the community and country who have contributed in a large part to the progress of our native land. Stifling academic freedom denigrates the immense promise of the youth to contribute to the future of the country. As a foreign-based nation-wide organization of UP alumni striving to unify UP alumni in the United States and other countries, we provide the anchor upon which alumni living in foreign lands from the diaspora of the past, can look for unity and collaboration. It is therefore with alarm that we see the insidious threat to the independence and leadership of the University in promoting academic freedom in other institutions of learning all over the country. We need the UP youth to go boldly into the future to shape our nation as leaders that the country needs them to be. We need the faculty to continue molding these young minds in the tradition of our heroes of the past and become leaders of tomorrow. We recognize that unlawful behavior is never tolerated by the university and has adhered to the observance of the laws. But it also has the obligation to protect the rights of the students, faculty and everyone within the jurisdiction of the university. When these rights are violated without due process, democracy in the country is gradually eroded. Holding the threat of punishment or fear over the heads of students and the university as a whole becomes a cloud that suppresses growth of academic vibrancy. In pursuit of honor and excellence, UPAAA, Inc. remains truly yours, Daisy M. Rodriguez, RN,BSN,MN,MPA National President, UPAAA,Inc. Dr. Jovenia Celo, MD Executive Vice President Source: https://www.up.edu.ph/up-alumni-association-in-america-inc-supports-ups-fight-for-academic-freedom/?fbclid=IwAR0bMBqGHxW1mfAk4GpLvNfes4ZdCiYLrenfPrLikqAKqWhpTieMCN_38HM
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Administrative Aide IV (Driver II) – UP Visayas College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences – UP Alumni Website
Administrative Aide IV (Driver II) – UP Visayas College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences May 16, 2022 *Office/Unit/College: College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences *Position Title: Administrative Aide IV (Driver II) *Pantilla Item No.: UPSB-ADA4-3050-2004 *Salary/Job/Pay Grade: SG-4 *Monthly Salary: 14,993.00 *Deadline: 31 May 2022 For more details: https://www.upv.edu.ph/index.php/employment
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Dr. Rolly G. Fuentes wins 1st place in the regional search for Outstanding Novice Health Researcher Award – UP Alumni Website
Dr. Rolly G. Fuentes wins 1st place in the regional search for Outstanding Novice Health Researcher Award November 14, 2022 Congratulations to Dr. Rolly G. Fuentes for winning 1st place in the regional search for Outstanding Novice Health Researcher Award. This award was given by the Eastern Visayas Research and Development Consortium (EVHRDC) during the Regional Health Research Symposium held from November 9-10, 2022 at Summit Hotel, Tacloban City. Dr. Fuentes received a cash prize and a plaque. The Outstanding Novice Health Researcher Award is conferred to individuals who have made a significant contribution to health research. This award is given to young researchers not exceeding the age of 40 at the time of nomination. Dr. Fuentes is a Professor 2 of Chemistry in the division. He was awarded the UP Scientist 1 from 2019 to 2021. His research interest is in natural products chemistry (pharmacognosy). Source: UPV Tacloban College – Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Facebook
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Courtesy call of UPAAA President to President Concepcion – UP Alumni Website
Courtesy call of UPAAA President to President Concepcion February 12, 2020 From Left: Elena Pernia (UP Vice President for Public Affairs), Daisy Magalit-Rodriguez (UPAAA President), and Danilo Concepcion (UP President) University of the Philippines Alumni Association in America (UPAAA) President Daisy Magalit-Rodriguez makes a courtesy call to UP President Danilo L. Concepcion last Monday, February 10, 2020 at the Quezon Hall, UP Diliman, Quezon City. UPAAA President Magalit receives her token from President Concepcion. UPAAA President Daisy Magalit-Rodriguez with OAR Director Rica Abad in front of the UP Oblation. UPAAA President Magalit-Rodriguez visits the OAR after her courtesy call to the UP President last Monday, February 10, 2020.
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Courtesy Call of FUPFA and UPAASF to President Concepcion – UP Alumni Website
Courtesy Call of FUPFA and UPAASF to President Concepcion February 18, 2020 From Left: Victor Villagracia (Friends of UP Foundation in America trustee), Mica Abao-Viray (UPAASF PRO), Danilo Concepcion (UP President), and Rica Abad (AVP and OAR Director) Friends of UP Foundation in America (FUPFA) trustee Victor Villagracia and University of the Philippines Alumni Association of San Francisco (UPAASF) Public Relations Officer Mica Abao-Viray make a courtesy call to UP President Danilo L. Concepcion last Monday, February 17, 2020 at the Quezon Hall, UP Diliman, Quezon City.
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Turnover of UPAA donation Kaagapay sa Pag aaral to UPLB Department of Social Sciences – UP Alumni Website
Turnover of UPAA donation Kaagapay sa Pag aaral to UPLB Department of Social Sciences January 28, 2021 Turnover of UPAA donation Kaagapay sa Pag aaral 100k to UPLB Department of Social Sciences last January 25, 2021 (L-R) Zoilo BELANO (Chair DSS), Dr. Eileen Malayba Mamino (Assistant to the Chancellor), Dr. Janette Malata-Silva (Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs), Dr. Jose Camacho Jr., (Chancellor), Director Romy Carlos, Director Robert Lester Aranton, UPLBAA President Leo Ballesfin, Director Roel Castro, Director Neil Andrew Nocon Source: https://www.facebook.com/UPLBOfficial/photos/pcb.10158310312278995/10158310311368995/
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VIBROMASTER INC. – One (1) Mining Engineer – UP Alumni Website
VIBROMASTER INC. – One (1) Mining Engineer November 8, 2022 Samer Luzon Integrated Services Inc. is a local manpower outsourcing company based in Subic Bay Freeport Zone servicing local and global business partners in the industry of oilfield services, testing & certification, mining/quarry, manufacturing, and construction. Our client company, Vibromaster Inc., is currently looking for a candidate who is fit for the (1) Mining Engineer position. Selected candidates will be deployed to VIBROMASTER INC., a Filipino corporation organized under the Laws of the Republic of the Philippines and duly registered with the Security and Exchange Commission incorporated on October 20, 2017. The Company is a collaborative concept of Big Goals Corporation and Smart & Plan Construction and Consultants Incorporated. The Company’s business was established primarily to provide high-quality Vibro sand and other aggregates to support local and national infrastructure development. The main cradle to support the idea of the company is to establish a River Quarry Project located within Clark Development Corporation in Angeles, Pampanga. The Company has invested in state-of-the-art plant equipment and machinery imported overseas to ensure the consistent quality of production of the aggregates. Interested applicants may send their CVs to [email protected]
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UP Alumni Relations Committee (ARC) Convention via Zoom Meeting: Building on Achievements and Forging Ahead on Innovations – UP Alumni Website
UP Alumni Relations Committee (ARC) Convention via Zoom Meeting: Building on Achievements and Forging Ahead on Innovations November 4, 2020 The Alumni Relations Committee meets in an annual convention wherein the Office of Alumni Relations Directors discuss and plan activities to continuously improve its services for UP and its alumni. This year, the Alumni Relations Committee (ARC) Convention will be held on November 3 and 5, 2020 (Tuesday and Thursday) 9-11am via Zoom Meeting. Participants of this convention are Directors from OAR, Heads of CU Registrar Offices, representatives from UPIS, UPHS Cebu, UPHS Iloilo, UPHS Los Baños, UP Computer Center for CRS,UP DIO, and UP Information Technology Development Center (ITDC) for SAIS. All OAR staff members across CUs are also invited to attend this virtual convention.
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Professor Rosalina “Iday” A. Mendigo (1964-2023) – UP Alumni Website
Professor Rosalina “Iday” A. Mendigo (1964-2023) August 30, 2023 On behalf of the UP Baguio community, we want to express our sincerest sympathies to the family and loved ones of Professor Rosalina A. Mendigo. Our hearts and prayers are with you. Professor Mendigo’s profound commitment to her field and her dedication to her students and colleagues have left an enduring impression on all those fortunate enough to have crossed paths with her. Her passion for learning was genuinely motivating, and her presence will be greatly missed by the entire academic community. Let us find comfort from the cherished memories we have shared with Ma’am Iday and the lasting legacy she has established. Picture and post from University of the Philippines Baguio Facebook
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NEDA under the leadership of Arsenio Balisacan: Shaping national development with honor, excellence, and passion – UP Alumni Website
NEDA under the leadership of Arsenio Balisacan: Shaping national development with honor, excellence, and passion August 19, 2023 National Economic and Development Authority Secretary Arsenio Balisacan delivers the keynote speech of the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) 51st commencement exercises on August 5, 2023, at the UPLB Copeland Gymnasium. Photo by Abraham Arboleda, UP MPRO National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan received the 2023 Most Distinguished Alumnus award from the University of the Philippines Alumni Association (UPAA)—an award meant to honor iskos and iskas who have made outstanding contributions to positive change in the country and inspire others (whether UP alumni or not) to follow suit and learn from their example. In Arsi Balisacan’s example, we see a public servant with a stellar record for having a clear vision over what he wants and wishes to accomplish, and consequently, achieving them. Twice the country’s NEDA Secretary, Balisacan displays a profound passion for his work, constantly sharpening his mind and inspiring his colleagues to strive for the same level of excellence. It is for this reason that he and his work are renowned among colleagues, academics, and fellow public servants within the various fields of economics, public policy, agriculture, governance, and development. “You have to love what you do and demonstrate your passion through your work. This way, you will always be one step ahead and won’t need to wait for instructions to start working towards your objective—that is what I always tell the people I work with,” advised Balisacan. Previously, Balisacan served as the NEDA Secretary during the administration of Benigno “Noynoy” S. Aquino III. Today, he finds himself serving once again in the same role, but this time, under the administration of current President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. NEDA, the government agency mandated to take the lead in steering the overall direction of the country’s short-, medium-, and long-term development goals, finds itself once again under his leadership. During his first term under the Aquino presidency, Arsi recognized the need to establish and secure sustainable growth across all future administrations, effectively changing the narrative that the Philippines would continue to be the “poor man of Asia” by 2050. Arsi was among the leaders who were adamant in refusing this narrative. “We decided: ‘Let’s craft a new future for us, but let’s make it science-based. First, we have to know what the ambitions of ordinary Filipinos are from all over the country,” instructed Balisacan. Thus, NEDA, through its own initiative, consulted Filipinos from various walks of life to determine their desired future and formulate a vision that would serve as the north star of the development plans of future administrations. The visioning exercise led the country to identify both its desired and undesired futures, undertaking a rigorous and empirical exercise and obtaining inputs and sentiments from all groups of all sectors, researchers, experts, and stakeholders. The result of the initiative: the AmBisyon Natin 2040—that by 2040, all Filipinos enjoy a matatag, maginhawaat panatag na buhay.. Now, the AmBisyon serves as the anchor for the country’s current Philippine Development Plan, and is reiterated among government agencies and universities as the country’s collective and long-term desired future for all. Through his guidance, Balisacan was not only able to exemplify the key characteristics of a government leader—forward-looking, moral, and equipped with exceptional knowledge and skills—but also that of a true academic, whose character and mind have been sharpened by his passion for learning. Now that the two-time Secretary has just finished his first year in his repeated stint at government, people are curious to know where he gets his drive, his persistence, his commitment, and his endurance to “keep running the race” of public service. More than one eyebrow was raised when President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. sought out to call Balisacan to his Cabinet, and even more were raised when the latter accepted. In his commencement address to the UPLB Class of 2023, Balisacan congratulated the graduates and imparted three points of wisdom: cultivate your passions, learn to embrace change, and stay anchored to your principles. A former economics professor at the University of the Philippines for three decades, Balisacan shared that though he had already sought and found answers to many of the questions he had during his youth—regarding development, social transformation, and poverty alleviation—more questions still came; and more questions have evolved and changed. His passion for the work and his eagerness to learn, however, remained the same. “When you do what you love, and you do it the best that you can—it spreads,” said Balisacan. Never one to back down from a challenge, Balisacan now sees the fruits of his labor paying off as he is set to receive the Most Distinguished Alumnus Award from one of the country’s most esteemed and national universities. Despite all his years in public service, Arsi’s enduring curiosity to learn and eagerness to serve remain his defining traits. As he tirelessly pursues the increased welfare and better futures for the Filipino people, his unwavering diligence has evolved into a refined discipline that proves invaluable. Today, his life stands as a testament to the ideal of a true Iskolar ng Bayan, selflessly dedicated to serving the people. Balisacan was elected a lifelong member (Academician) of the National Academy of Science and Technology in 2008 for his research and other scholarly work in economics. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Hawaii, an MS in Agricultural Economics from the University of the Philippines Los Baños, and a BS in Agriculture (magna cum laude) from the Mariano Marcos State University.
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UP Tops Social Work Board Exams – UP Alumni Website
UP Tops Social Work Board Exams September 28, 2023 Graduates from the University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD) College of Social Work and Community Development (CSWCD) have again led the successful examinees of the Social Worker Licensure Examination administered by the Board for Social Workers this September 2023. Patricia Marie Regalado Imperial topped the examination with an 88.60% rating. Other UP CSWCD graduates who join Imperial in the top ten are the following: Quennie Anne Cabalfin Umadhay (Top 2 with 87.20%) and Maria Theresa Dacanay Lucas (Top 4 with 86.60%). UPD has consistently maintained its 100% passing rate in the Social Worker Licensure Examination. Congratulations to all who passed the Social Work Licensure Exam! Your CSWCD Family is very proud of you all! Source: https://cswcd.upd.edu.ph/up-tops-social-work-board-exams-3/
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UPV alumna appointed as Associate Justice of the Court of Appeals – UP Alumni Website
UPV alumna appointed as Associate Justice of the Court of Appeals October 11, 2023 Ms. GT Mabilog UP Visayas (UPV) alumna Justice Ma. Consejo Mapa Gengos-Ignalaga was appointed Associate Justice of the Court of Appeals (CA) last 27 September 2023 after taking her oath before Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo at the Supreme Court En Banc Session Hall. The newly appointed Associate Justice is filling the post previously occupied by Associate Justice Manuel M. Barrios, who retired last 29 November 2022. During her oath taking, Associate Justice Gengos-Ignalaga was joined by her husband Atty. Francisco ‘Boots’ Ignalaga Jr., who also started his college education at UPV. Also present were their children Franz and Frankie. Associate Justice Gengos-Ignalaga belongs to UP High School in Iloilo Class 1985. She studied BA Political Science in UPV from 1985 to 1987 until she shifted to BA History in UP Diliman in 1987. She completed her Bachelor of Laws degree at the University of Iloilo – College of Law in 1994. A year later, she was admitted to the Philippine Bar. From 2022 to 2011, Associate Justice Gengos-Ignalaga served as the Presiding Judge of the Municipal Trial Court of Cities of Antipolo City. In 2011, she became the Presiding Judge of the Regional Trial Court in Antipolo City until her recent appointment to the CA. (With sources from the Supreme Court) Source: https://www.upv.edu.ph/index.php/news/upv-alumna-appointed-as-associate-justice-of-the-court-of-appeals
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UP Visayas CM scores 95.24% in the CPA Licensure Exam, graduate in 7th place – UP Alumni Website
UP Visayas CM scores 95.24% in the CPA Licensure Exam, graduate in 7th place October 11, 2023 Prof. Kim Rommel Panaguiton The College of Management, University of the Philippine Visayas, has once again affirmed its commitment to excellence as it registered a 95.24% overall passing percentage in the recently concluded Licensure Examination for Certified Public Accountants (LECPA). The LECPA was administered by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) on September 30, October 1 and 2, 2023, across various testing centers throughout the country. The PRC announced that a total of 8,734 took the examination, while only 2,740 made it to the cut, recording a national passing percentage of 31.37%. The LECPA comprises six subjects: Auditing, Management Advisory Services, Taxation, Regulatory Framework for Business Transactions, Financial Accounting and Reporting, and Advanced Financial Accounting and Reporting. The results were released within four working days from the conclusion of the exam. Ms. Kate Wenjie V. Basoy, a BS in Accountancy graduate (cum laude, Class of 2023), placed 7th in the exam with a rating of 89%. The College of Management carries a good track record in the LECPA, producing three board topnotchers over the last five years. This year, a total of 40 examinees from the College passed the examination. Data from the PRC reveals that the LECPA remains one of the toughest licensure examinations in terms of passing percentage, with a national average of only about 22% over the past five years. (With data from the Professional Regulation Commission) Photos from University of the Philippines Visayas Facebook Source: https://www.upv.edu.ph/index.php/news/cm-scores-95-24-in-the-cpa-licensure-exam-graduate-in-7th-place
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UP Tacloban College congratulates its alumni who excelled in the Sept-Oct 2023 Licensure Examination for Certified Public Accountants (LECPA) – UP Alumni Website
UP Tacloban College congratulates its alumni who excelled in the Sept-Oct 2023 Licensure Examination for Certified Public Accountants (LECPA) October 11, 2023 The University of the Philippines Tacloban College proudly congratulates the 15 remarkable individuals who have excelled in the Licensure Examination for Certified Public Accountants (LECPA) Sept-Oct 2023. Heartfelt congratulations to our Topnotchers: No. 1: Allaine B. Collamar, CPA No. 7: Aira Nicole A. Sabornido, CPA A resounding applause also goes to our accomplished passers: Roxelle Joy O. Abaloyan, CPA Cruxzelle V. Bajo, CPA Angela Milvie N. Bucu, CPA Alfonso B. Busa Jr., CPA Princess Nicole M. Chua, CPA John Paulo N. Gabica, CPA Kobe S. Maestre, CPA Ma. Jessa Mae A. Nuevas, CPA Nicole Kyla Marie S. Ricaplaza, CPA Deniel Jeffrey I. Tajo, CPA April Rose A. Tisado, CPA Maebyl U. Turija, CPA Elizabeth L. Zamora, CPA With an overall passing rate of 75%, these graduates exemplify the unwavering commitment to academic excellence that defines UP Tacloban College. Your dedication has brought honor not only to yourselves but to the entire UP community. The university community takes immense pride in your accomplishments, and we look forward to witnessing your continued success! Padayon, CPAs para sa Bayan! Source: UP Tacloban College – Division of Management Facebook
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UPLB claims four spots in VLE top ten – UP Alumni Website
UPLB claims four spots in VLE top ten October 27, 2023 Four new veterinarians from UPLB secured top ranks in the October 2023 Veterinarians Licensure Examination (VLE). These are Diego Antonio Gonzalez Hernandez, who with a rating of 83.42%, landed third in the top ten; Denielle Fuentes Germodo, 81.98%, secured the sixth place; Princess Jamie Aranillo Provido, at 80.78% rating, got the eighth place; and John Kenneth Lee Dudan, 80.70%, landed in the ninth place. UPLB had an overall passing rate of 35.94%, the highest rating among all participating schools. Nationwide, 92 out of 985 takers passed the VLE that was administered by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). The examination was conducted in NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Rosales, Tacloban and Tuguegarao by the Board of Veterinary Medicine in October 2023. (Czerah Jade P. Maycacayan) Source: https://uplb.edu.ph/all-news/uplb-claims-four-spots-in-vle-top-ten/
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UP Mindanao congratulates the August 2021 Architecture Licensure Exam (ALE) Passers – UP Alumni Website
UP Mindanao congratulates the August 2021 Architecture Licensure Exam (ALE) Passers September 7, 2021 UAPSA – UP Mindanao congratulates the August 2021 Architecture Licensure Exam (ALE) Passers! 🌻 Future Architects, you have just reached another milestone! We are excited to see you flourish in your journey. We know that you have worked so hard for it and with that, UAPSA- UP Mindanao is beyond proud of your well-deserved accomplishment and success! Padayon, mga Arkitekto ng Bayan! 🌻💖 Pub by Juan Catalan Source: UAPSA – University of the Philippines Mindanao
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CSWCD tops 2022 social work board exam – UP Alumni Website
CSWCD tops 2022 social work board exam March 24, 2022 Benito V. Sanvictores Jr. – Diliman Information Office For two consecutive years, UP Diliman (UPD) College of Social Work and Community Development (CSWCD) graduates led the roster of passers of the Social Worker Licensure Examination (SWLE) administered by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Board of Social Workers. Alain Matteo Ferrer Meneses topped the 2022 SWLE with an 85.60 percent rating, while Sofia Clare Parcon Silva-Llana placed sixth (83.80%). Meneses graduated magna cum laude, while Silva-Llana graduated cum laude in 2020. Out of 1,211 examinees, 533 (44.01%) passed the 2022 examination from Feb. 22 to 24 held in Manila, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga. Source: https://upd.edu.ph/cswcd-tops-2022-social-work-board-exam/
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UP Manila top performing school in November 2021 Pharmacist Licensure Exam – UP Alumni Website
UP Manila top performing school in November 2021 Pharmacist Licensure Exam December 5, 2021 The University of the Philippines (UP) Manila emerged as the top-performing school in the November 2021 Pharmacist Licensure Exam, acquiring a passing rate of 98.18 percent, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced on Friday, Dec. 3. UP Manila was followed by Adamson University with a 92.11 percent passing rate; Saint Louis University which garnered 85 percent; Saint Paul University – Tuguegarao at 84.31 percent; and Mariano Marcos State University – Batac with 81.25 percent. Nicola Christine Aquino Rivera of UP Manila topped the licensure exam with a rating of 93.90 percent. Meanwhile, Kristine See Ang of UP Manila owned the second spot with a 93.10 rating. Among the top ten successful examinees who garnered the highest ratings are: 3. Jaylord Baccay Balisi of Saint Paul University – Tuguegarao (92.30 percent) 4. Hugh Jasper Chy Tan of De La Salle Medical & Health Sciences Inst. (91.98 percent) 5. Patricia Manalese Reyes of UP Manila (91.95 percent) 6. Kenneth Honrubia Betita of Our Lady of Fatima – Quezon City (91.70 percent) 7. Francis Anthony Mino Homillano of UP Manila (91.25 percent) 8. Roxanne Duhaylongsod Morata of Far Eastern University – Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation (91.20 percent) 9. Timothy Jay Simuangco Antonio of UP Manila (91.15 percent) 10. Jomel Yuoi Malana Jamito of Saint Paul University – Tuguegarao (90.95 percent) PRC also announced that 1,207 out of 2,371 individuals successfully passed the exams. It said the Pharmacist board exam was conducted on Nov. 25 to 26 at several testing centers located in Metro Manila, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Rosales, Pangasinan, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga. The results were released four working days after the last day of the exams. (Charie Mae F. Abarca) Source: https://mb.com.ph/2021/12/03/up-manila-top-performing-school-in-november-2021-pharmacist-licensure-exam/
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Dr. Priscelina Patajo Legasto: A Pillar of Comparative Literature, Postcolonial Studies and Open & Distance Education – UP Alumni Website
Dr. Priscelina Patajo Legasto: A Pillar of Comparative Literature, Postcolonial Studies and Open & Distance Education November 10, 2023 Photo from Jose Wendell Capili I FB Dr. Priscelina Patajo Legasto, teacher, writer, critic, and retired University of the Philippines (UP) Professor of English and Comparative Literature, passed on 8 November 2023. She was 72. Legasto descended from the Taacas, Mejias, and Patajos of Urdaneta and Tayug, Pangasinan. The late Retired Supreme Court Justice Lino Patajo is her father. Cristeta T. Patajo, her mother, was the founding Principal of The Manila Doctors Hospital School of Nursing (renamed Manila Tytana College). Before her BA, MA, and Ph.D. studies at UP Diliman, Patajo Legasto received her primary and secondary education at St. Mary’s College Of Quezon City. From her early days as Instructor 3 to her distinguished position as Professor 12 at the U.P. College of Arts and Letters (1975-2016), Dr. Patajo Legasto dedicated over four decades to nurturing intellectual curiosity and fostering a deeper understanding of Philippine Studies across various subject areas. Her contributions extended far beyond the classroom, as she was a visiting scholar at Ma-Yi Theatre Company in New York and a visiting professor at Cornell University, the National University of Singapore, Simon Fraser University, the University of California at Berkeley, and the University of California at Los Angeles. Dr. Patajo Legasto’s passion for feminist readings of Philippine literature and theatre was widely recognized, earning her Fulbright research fellowships in 1988, 1989, and 2005. Her scholarly pursuits knew no bounds as she explored the intricacies of minority discourse and street theatre modes of production in her research. A recipient of numerous awards, Dr. Patajo Legasto was celebrated for her unwavering commitment to excellence and service. The Metrobank Outstanding Teacher Award (1998), The Manila Critics Circle National Book Award (1998), the UP Diliman Gawad Chancellor (1995, 1996, 1997, 2010), the Concepcion Dadufalza Award for Distinguished Teaching (2008), the UP Alumni Association (UPAA) Distinguished Alumna Award (2015), the DOST-National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) Achievement Award (2018) and the UMPIL Gawad Balagtas for Literary Criticism (2020) were just a few of the commendations that adorned her illustrious career. Beyond her scholarly achievements, Dr. Patajo Legasto was a source of inspiration and mentorship to those fortunate enough to cross her path. Her nurturing spirit and unwavering dedication to her students made her an exceptional educator and a well-loved figure in academic circles here and overseas. It is strange that despite her accomplishments and contributions, she did not become Professor Emerita. I will always remember her as a true pillar of Comparative Literature, Postcolonial Studies, and Open and Distance Education in the Philippines. Her intellectual legacy will continue to shape the minds of future generations. U.P. Administrative Posts: UP System 1. Assistant Vice President for Public Affairs (May 2002-February 2005) 2. Director, UP System Information Office (May 2002-April 2005) 3, Director, UP Office of Alumni Relations (January 2003-February 2005) UP Open University 1. Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities (1999-2002) 2. Dean, Faculty of Science & Technology (1999-2002) UP Diliman 1. Coordinator, College of Arts and Letters (CAL) Ph.D. Philippine Studies Program (1989-1999) 2. Coordinator, CAL Graduate Studies Program (1989-1999) 3. Coordinator, CAL DECL Comparative Literature Program (2002-2016) 4. Editor, Diliman Review (2005-2016) U.P. Teaching Awards: 1. Gawad Chancellor bilang Natatanging Guro (2010) 2. Gawad Leopoldo Yabes bilang Pinakamagaling na Propesor ng Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura para sa Taong 2000-2001 (26 November 2001) 3, UP Diliman Gawad Chancellor bilang pinakamahusay na Guro, (26 February 1996) 4. UP Open University Plaque of Appreciation to Dr. Priscelina Patajo-Legasto “in recognition of her meritorious contribution as the first Dean of the joint Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities and Faculty of Science and Technology for envisioning and building a community of scholars and teachers, artists and technology specialists across the UP System in support of the UPOU programs; for spearheading the development of courses that apply multimedia technologies; and for her commitment to the professional development of her faculty and staff, (30 April 2002) U.P. Publication & Research Awards: 1. UP Centennial Book Award for Philippine Studies (12 December 2008) 2. UP System Sarsuwela Grant (September – December 2008) 3. UP Diliman Gawad Chancellor bilang Pinakamahusay na Mananaliksik (Humanities, Arts and Architecture, 15 August 1997) 4. UP Diliman Gawad Chancellor, bilang Pinakamahusay na Aklat (15 August 1997) 5. UP Diliman Gawad Chancellor, bilang Pinakamahusay na Mananaliksik (1995) Professorial Chairs 1. Filonila Madamba Tupas Professorial Chair, AY 2008-2009, for “Historiographic Metatheater: The Discourses of Nation, Class, Ethnicity & Gender in Philippine Theater Practices, 1986-2006” 2. UP Foundation Professorial Chair, AY 1996-1997 3. UP Sigma Delta Phi Professorial Chair for the Humanities, AY 1991-1992 & AY 1992-1993. Selected Publications: 1. PHILIPPINE POSTCOLONIAL STUDIES: HAVE WE GONE BEYOND ST. LOUIS?, Edited and introduced by Priscelina Patajo-Legasto. (University of the Philippine Press, 2008) 2. LESSONS 3: Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Teachers Share Stories of Hope, Success & Inspiration. Edited and introduced by Priscelina Patajo-Legasto (Metrobank Foundation. Inc. and Network of Outstanding Teachers and Educators, 2008) 3. PHILIPPINE POST COLONIAL STUDIES: ESSAYS IN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE. Edited by Priscelina Patajo-Legasto and Cristina Hidalgo (University of the Philippines Press, 1993, 2004) 4. FILIPINIANA READER: A COMPANION ANTHOLOGY OF FILIPINIANA ONLINE. Edited and Introduced by Priscelina Patajo-Legasto (University of the Philippines Open University,1998) 5. SARSWELANG PANGASINAN. Edited and Introduced by Priscelina Patajo-Legasto. (Ateneo de Manila University Press, 1996) Source: Jose Wendell Capili I Facebook post
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UP-Manila grad tops 2020 Physician Licensure Exams – UP Alumni Website
UP-Manila grad tops 2020 Physician Licensure Exams November 27, 2020 A graduate of the University of the Philippines-Manila bested more than 3,500 medical students who successfully hurdled the 2020 Physician Licensure Examinations, according to the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). Jomel Garcia Lapides garnered a rating of 88.67 percent to finish in first place in the top ten students in the examination that was given earlier this month. Tiffany Uy, also a UP-Manila graduate and known to break the record of having the highest grade point average in UP in 2015, is in fifth place. The son of former National Task Force adviser Dr. Tony Leachon, Jolo, also passed the licensure examinations. Meanwhile, Cebu Institute of Medicine had 100 percent passing rate, which is the highest among medical schools in the country. Source: gmanetwork.com
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August 2019 Pharmacist Licensure Examination UP topnotchers – UP Alumni Website
August 2019 Pharmacist Licensure Examination UP topnotchers August 28, 2019 The Professional Regulation Commission has released the August 2019 Pharmacist board exam results as PRC announced that 3,097 out of 4,455 passed the Pharmacist Licensure Examination given by the Board of Pharmacy in the cities of Manila, Baguio, Cagayan De Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Tuguegarao and Zamboanga this August 2019. 1st place – Janelle Samantha Que See, University of The Philippines- Manila 92.58% 3rd place – Jemimah Gyra Celedonio Escote, University of The Philippines- Manila 90.90% 10th place – Zadkiel Flores Velasquez, University of The Philippines- Manila 90.10% Source: http://www.boardexamresultsph.com/pharmacist-august-2019
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UP top-notchers of the 2020 Physician Licensure Exam – UP Alumni Website
UP top-notchers of the 2020 Physician Licensure Exam November 28, 2020 University of the Philippines. Honor and Excellence. Congratulations! Source: UP College of Medicine FB page
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UP Los Baños grad tops Civil Engineer licensure exams – UP Alumni Website
UP Los Baños grad tops Civil Engineer licensure exams November 29, 2022 A graduate from the University of the Philippines Los Baños campus (UPLB) topped the November 2022 Civil Engineer Licensure Examination, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced. Carl Jervin Rivera Magtira gained a percentage rating of 95.00, the highest among 8,029 who successfully hurdled the exams. The rest of the Top 10 highest scorers are the following: Meanwhile, the PRC also announced the top performing schools, these are: University of the Philippines – Diliman University of the Philippines – Los Baños Surigao del Sur State University – Main Campus Carlos A. Hilado Memorial State College – Talisay De La Salle University – Manila Complete list of passers, click here. Source: https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/852913/up-los-banos-grad-tops-civil-engineer-licensure-exams/story/
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#KwentongUPCAT elicits nostalgia as well as test tips from UP community – UP Alumni Website
#KwentongUPCAT elicits nostalgia as well as test tips from UP community May 29, 2023 Written by KIM G Quilinguing Mongol pencils, drinks and snacks were some of the things that quickly came to mind when alumni, students and staff of the University of the Philippines (UP) were asked to share their memories, under the hashtag #KwentongUPCAT, of the day they took the UP College Admission Test (UPCAT). Launched by the UP Media and Public Relations Office (UP MPRO) on the UP System’s social media accounts on Tiktok, Instagram, Youtube, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, the #KwentongUPCAT videos are a mix of interviews and other contributions from alumni, students, and staff from different constituent units of the University all over the country. Among those who shared their experience in taking the UPCAT were ABS-CBN Meteorologist and a UP alumnus Ariel Rojas, who recalled taking a tricycle from his home to the test venue. “I bought chips since my exam was scheduled in the afternoon. I also brought four newly sharpened Mongol #2 pencils,” he added. Rojas earned his Bachelor of Science in Food Technology and his Master of Science in Meteorology degrees from UP Diliman. @up.edu.ph Ang #KwentongUPCAT sa araw na ito ay mula kay ABS-CBN Meteorologist Ariel Rojas ☄️ Ikaw, may #KwentongUPCAT ka ba? Share mo na yan sa comments sa ibaba para mas ma-excite at ma-inspire ang mga UPCAT takers ngayong taon! #fyp #foryoupage #UniversityofthePhilippines #UPFight ♬ original sound – University of the Philippines – University of the Philippines A television personality, Jervi Li, more famously known as KaladKaren, who has built a following by impersonating journalist and fellow UP alumna Karen Davila, also shared her experience taking the UPCAT. She recalled that it was a rainy day when she left Bulacan to take the test in UP Diliman. She remembered arriving at Melchor Hall drenched, and how the proctor offered her a face towel to dry herself off. “The only thing that I was carrying during that time was a plastic envelope containing ballpens, paper and other requirements,” she said. Li earned her degree in Broadcast Communication, magna cum laude, also from UP Diliman. @up.edu.ph Umula’t bumagyo, ayos lang ☔️ Pakinggan ang #KwentongUPCAT ni KaladKaren at iwasang maging isang basang sisiw sa araw ng #UPCAT2024 🥲 #fyp #foryoupage #UniversityofthePhilippines #UPFight ♬ original sound – University of the Philippines – University of the Philippines For the student, JLO Garferio, who is in his senior year taking up Molecular Biology and Biotechnology in UP Diliman, there was a shortage of pencils at the time he was about to take the UPCAT. Hailing from Pigcawayan, Cotabato, he had to travel to Davao City to take the test in UP Mindanao. “I remember we went around Davao City to look for Mongol pencils. Good thing I was able to find three,” he recalled. @up.edu.ph Magdala ng grocery sa UPCAT? Why not! 🥖 Pakinggan ang tips at #KwentongUPCAT ni JLO, fourth year MBB student pero fresh na fresh pa rin 😌 Ikaw, ano kaya magiging kwento mo sa darating na #UPCAT2024 ngayong June 3-4? #fyp #foryoupage #UniversityofthePhilippines #UPFight ♬ original sound – University of the Philippines – University of the Philippines Aside from the videos, alumni of the University also shared some memories, as well as tips to this year’s test-takers, particularly in the comments sections of the UP System’s social media accounts. On Instagram, an alumna Patricia Tan-Tirados recalled wearing red on the day of her test. And as brain boosters, she brought with her one tablespoon of peanuts, one tablespoon of anchovies, and one small chocolate bar. She also had a lucky coin inside her shoe. “All these were from the advice of my parents. Masunuring bata eh (I was an obedient child),” she added. Tan-Tirados earned her degree in Chemical Engineering from UP Diliman. On Facebook, an ,alumna Ardythe Santos, shared how she and her fellow test-takers were brought to the UP Diliman campus by her neighbor’s dad. They had also missed lunch, as the afternoon session of her test date started at 12:30 PM. “I brought Eng Bee Tin hopia with me. And once we were done (with the test), we bought meals at Jollibee’s drive-thru service so that we could immediately go home,” she added. Santos earned her degree in Nutrition from UP Los Baños. Meanwhile on LinkedIn, an alumnus, Raymond Sebastian shared how he lost his test permit the week before the UPCAT and how he was advised to bring instead an identification card and a couple of photos. He was issued a temporary test permit at the testing center. “My parents took it as a sign that I wasn’t meant to take the exam,” he wrote. He was the first graduate of his high school to study in UP. He eventually earned a Bachelor of Secondary Education degree from UP Diliman. Several more alumni shared their stories and tips to this year’s test-takers, as excitement fills the UP community, which is once again seeing the administration of the UPCAT to applicants after a hiatus of almost three years. At the height of the pandemic, applications for admission to the University were undertaken online by the UP College Admissions or UPCA, which assessed the students’ application according to their high school grades. No general test was conducted in compliance with health regulations intended to limit the spread of COVID 19 and its variants. With most of the general population having been vaccinated in recent years, and the number of COVID 19 cases relatively under control, the University is once again conducting the UPCAT on June 3 and June 4 in 102 testing centers nationwide. Watch the whole #KwentongUPCAT video series for stories and tips via the playlist below. Source: https://up.edu.ph/kwentongupcat-elicits-nostalgia-as-well-as-test-tips-from-up-community/
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Compassion and care amidst crisis: Dr. Bryan Lim shares his greatest learnings – UP Alumni Website
Compassion and care amidst crisis: Dr. Bryan Lim shares his greatest learnings June 19, 2023 Christian Gil D. Tugonon Dr. Bryan Albert T. Lim, M.D. FPCP, FPSMID is currently the Chief Medical Officer of Keralty Prime Cebu, Inc. During the pandemic, Dr. Lim continued to serve relentlessly at the frontline, serving countless patients and offering his expertise to both the public and private sector in forming systems and models that benefited the greater community. (Contributed photo) Dr. Bryan Albert Lim received the 2023 Distinguished Health Care Advocate Award at the Philippine College of Physicians National Convention on May 8, 2023, at the Philippine International Convention Center. (Contributed photo) When the unprecedented health crisis struck in 2020, the world came to a standstill. Lives were abruptly disrupted and the bustling energy of “business as usual” gave way to global pause as societies confronted the harsh realities of the pandemic. Defining the “new normal” was a by-line often used arbitrarily as communities scrambled to get back on track. It was amidst all this confusion that a few good men stood out, driven by an unwavering commitment and selfless compassion to continuously serve, despite the mounting fear and anxiety. One of them is Dr. Bryan Albert T. Lim, an Infectious Disease specialist from Cebu who made bold strides in the healthcare industry. He offered different perspectives in approaching the pandemic and helped form policies that married both Science and systems with human compassion—all while continuing his medical practice, serving at the forefront during the pandemic. With his distinguished academic background, having graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology degree from the University of the Philippines (UP) Cebu and a Doctor of Medicine from the UP College of Medicine, Dr. Lim has consistently displayed a commitment to excellence in his career. With a subspecialty in Infectious Diseases from the Philippine General Hospital, Dr. Lim’s contributions have been widely acknowledged by various sectors. His groundbreaking efforts in helping establish systems and models in addressing the pandemic with both the private and public sector earned him various recognitions from various local and national institutions. And as the newly installed chief medical officer of Keralty Prime Cebu, Dr. Lim has been instrumental in pioneering transformative initiatives in primary healthcare, shaping the way primary care patient-centered services are delivered to the community. Most recently, the Philippine College of Physicians (PCP), an affiliate society of the Philippine Medical Association and a member-society of the International Society of Internal Medicine, recognized Dr. Lim asthe PCP’s Distinguished Health Care Advocate for 2023, chosen from among 9,111 members. Being among one of the youngest doctors to have received this award, Dr. Lim’s dedication to his patients and the community is rooted in his personal experiences and core values. Reflecting on the transformative power of compassion, kindness, and scientific excellence, he shared: “I have learned firsthand the immense impact that dedicated healthcare professionals can have. It is this profound realization that has fueled my commitment to serve and offer compassion to those in need.” Throughout his career, Dr. Lim has encountered significant challenges that have shaped his perspective and reinforced the importance of collaboration and empathy. Recognizing the role of healthcare professionals as collaborators and partners during the pandemic, he emphasizes the value of humility and the need to listen attentively and to work collaboratively. “We don’t have all the answers. It’s tempting at times to believe that we, doctors, are the experts in all health issues, but solutions can come from the unlikeliest of places. The pandemic wasn’t only a health crisis, it was also a social crisis. As doctors and health advocates, our role goes beyond our medical expertise; it is to guide, collaborate, and most importantly, to listen.” He continued: “Being a health advocate means embracing the responsibility of considering multiple perspectives and designing solutions that benefit everyone. It is about understanding that healthcare goes beyond the confines of a hospital or clinic—it is about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities as a whole.” When asked about what struck him most as his greatest lesson during the pandemic, Dr. Lim shared a personal story: “Be kind; everyone is struggling. It is important that we offer our help and assist with humility, patience, and always with compassion. When my father died from Covid early in the pandemic, I almost lost my will to work. My heart was drained, there was nothing left to give, and I had planned to quit. But I found sincere, silent compassion in the unlikeliest of places and that fueled my desire to serve even more. The most difficult times taught me that it is possible to transform pain to passion, grief to gratitude, suffering to grace. “ Dr. Lim continues to spearhead transformative patient-centered healthcare initiatives. His journey serves as an inspiration to his colleagues and the wider healthcare community. His relentless pursuit of excellence and dedication to improving the well-being of others make him a true healthcare trailblazer. With his heart in the right place, Dr. Lim inspires hope, healing, and a brighter future for all. (SunStar Specials) Source: https://www.sunstar.com.ph/article/1964217/cebu/lifestyle/compassion-and-care-amidst-crisis-dr-bryan-lim-shares-his-greatest-learnings
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Double the Success: A Father-Son Journey in Pursuing Higher Learning Together – UP Alumni Website
Double the Success: A Father-Son Journey in Pursuing Higher Learning Together June 20, 2023 Written by Pinky Halos ♦ Edited by Myra C. Almodiel and Anna Cañas-Llamas Photo credit: UP Open University Ronald Hilaria and his son Ron David Hilaria share their positive experiences with the University of the Philippines Open University’s (UPOU) Open and Distance eLearning (ODeL) program. Ronald, the head of his company’s human resources department, enrolled in UPOU’s Graduate Certificate in Distance Education program to better understand e-learning and implement it in his company’s corporate university. The knowledge he gained from the program helped him spearhead the establishment of an e-learning portal, which proved to be very useful during the pandemic. Ronald’s UPOU education also helped him advance his career and create opportunities for him and his son to bond over school requirements. On the other hand, his son, Ron David Hilaria, was a student at UP Diliman who struggled to fit into the culture of a traditional university and found UPOU’s ODeL program to match his learning style better. He appreciated the flexibility of being able to control his schedule and do advanced study or fast-track the completion of his requirements. In 2019, Ron David enrolled in the Associate in Arts program at UPOU. He also appreciated that his father could better relate to him regarding school requirements. They could talk about their modules, the discussion forums they attended, and all the other things they were going through in their respective studies. His UPOU experience was an eye-opener for him and he was glad that he studied at UPOU for the past two years. Ron would continue with his distance education by taking up BAMS next. Both father and son highly recommend UPOU’s ODeL program to people who are working and still want to pursue higher or advanced learning, as well as those who want to try something different from traditional university education. UP Open University utilizes ODeL as its mode of teaching and learning, and its mission is to provide access to quality higher education to Filipinos everywhere. UPOU is open to students who are not able to join traditional and physical clases, since all teaching and learning is done online. Source: https://www.upou.edu.ph/news/double-the-success-a-father-son-journey-in-pursuing-higher-learning-together
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Choreographer Japhet Mari Cabling’s artistic journey – UP Alumni Website
Choreographer Japhet Mari Cabling’s artistic journey July 4, 2023 By Irene de Jesus Obligacion Dance artist Japhet Mari “JM” Cabling majored in Philippine Folk Dance at the Philippine High School for the Arts (PHSA) and graduated cum laude from the University of the Philippines (UP) with a degree of Bachelor of Music (Dance). JM is the first graduate of the CCP Choreographers Series with his work “Bent” (1st place in the Wifi Body New Choreographers Competition 2014), “Nothing Special” (premiered in KoryoLab 2017; finalist at the 2019 Yokohama Dance Collection 2019 and recipient of Alvin Erasga Tolentino Koryograpiya Award), and “Ang Lihim ni Lea” (as one of the featured artists of NeoFilipino 2019). Currently, JM is the Program Director of Hiraya Fellowship Program and full-time dance faculty at Guang Ming College Tagaytay. We interviewed JM recently, and here is that conversation. Dance artist Japhet Mari ‘JM’ Cabling CONTRIBUTED PHOTO/PAW CASTILLO How did your journey in dance begin? I was a fan of my eldest brother who was a dancer in our elementary school. I joined the same dance troupe he was in and I found myself enjoying performing those kinds of dances. Later, my parents enrolled me in Pangalay lessons with Ligaya Fernando-Amilbangsa. They would drive me every Sunday from Cavite to Marikina, and even joined my classes. The classes were worth it, because I passed the scholarship auditions for the Folk Dance program at the Philippine High School for the Arts (PHSA) dancing Pangalay. I eventually graduated from PHSA with a MARIA scholarship and Artistic Excellence Award. After high school, though, I was still clueless what to do after college. I wanted to pursue learning Philippine Folk Dances but there were no college programs specifically catering to just that. And so, even without any background in classical ballet or contemporary dance, I still auditioned for the Dance Program of the University of the Philippines (UP), Diliman College of Music. I passed the course and my whole education there changed my views on dance. Dance is not just for novelty. While studying, I took all the opportunities possible to explore. I attended different workshops, performed in different festivals in the Philippines and abroad, choreographed for plays in Dulaang UP, joined competitions under UP Dance Company and many more. If before It was during this time that I saw myself taking on dance as a career. Right after college, I dove into doing freelance work for dancing, choreographing and teaching dance-trusting that these jobs would sustain me. And they sure did. Even if there were times I would be uncertain about whether the projects would actually build my career, offers to work kept coming and coming. Eventually all the fears and hard work paid off. Mnetwork of collaborators and the experiences I’ve gained working in different environments has shaped me into the artist I am today. Can you name two artists you admire the most, and describe to us how their creativity influenced you? There are plenty but top of mind are my folk dance teacher in high-school, Victor Flor, and one of my challenging mentors in contemporary dance at UP, Ma. Elena Laniog-Alvarez. Sir Flor was my first teacher in choreography. As a Folk Dance Major in PHSA, we did learn our dances, but he was also very hands on in making us appreciate what we were doing. He was invested in giving us tools to be able to have a deeper understanding of the dances and our culture. Teacher Elena on the other hand was one of my contemporary dance teachers, and is one mentor I look up to because of her sincerity in the craft and the care she gives to her dancers. They might not be aware of this, but they taught me to ground myself, to be more intuitive and trust myself and the process without being swayed easily by doubt. Because for them, there is enough room for all of the artists out there. They influenced me to look for my own space and own way of creating art. How does ACC grant help you in your art form? I focus on storytelling as a choreographer. My experiences have given me tools to tell stories well, but I know there is more to learn and the classes I’ll be taking under the fellowship will certainly widen my range of tools. While I am always thankful for getting work, I’m grateful for this time to take a breather from my career here through the ACC grant in New York. I will be able to pause, reflect and focus on refueling myself again. Lastly, because I am currently teaching young dancers on scholarship in Guang Ming College. I know this grant will help me as a teacher. I have a sense of responsibility to keep myself updated with the knowledge I impart to them because they are hungry and eager to learn more of what’s out there. I will definitely share with them all the gains from this fellowship. Source: https://www.manilatimes.net/2023/07/02/the-sunday-times/arts-awake/choreographer-japhet-mari-cablings-artistic-journey
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Writing about science, telling humanity’s collective story – UP Alumni Website
Writing about science, telling humanity’s collective story July 20, 2023 Iya Gozum It is the job of the UP-Diliman College of Science communications team to mine mountains of information from technical scientific papers and produce bite-size information digestible for public consumption MANILA, Philippines – Science as a topic of discussion can be a real head scratcher. Writing about it, and parsing through technical scientific papers, can make any journalist break into a sweat. As science and technology expand in a fast-changing world, there is a pressing need to communicate breakthroughs. But there is a gap because communication is left far behind by the bullet-train speed of breakthroughs. Among those pushing to narrow that gap is a science communication team based in the University of the Philippines-Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS). The UPD-CS Science Communications team dissects the work of Filipino scientists and researchers, digs the angle that they think would pique the readers’ interest, and breaks down the technicalities of scientific papers for ordinary people to understand. It’s like they mine this mountain of data and produce bite-size information digestible for public consumption. It is a lean team, headed by science journalist TJ Dimacali, and includes a pair of senior science communicators – Eunice Jean Patron and Maria Asheidee Masayon, and one graphic designer Genesis Anne Mercado. While the work of making the public understand dark quantum matter, the origins of humanity, or algorithms that make sense of an ancient writing system are downright daunting, the team sees their inability to comprehend as the first step towards effective storytelling. “One thing that we tried to keep in mind is that that [failure to comprehend] can also be a strength because we’re in the same shoes as the public we’re trying to reach out to,” Dimacali told Rappler in an interview. “If there are things that we don’t understand, most likely the public doesn’t understand that too,” he added. “And if we’re able to condense it into words that we’re comfortable using, [when] we can wrap our heads around it, then it’s likely the public will understand it too.” Storytelling is a two-way street The science communication team is housed in the College of Science Administration Building, smack in the middle of the university’s National Science Complex and surrounded by the institutes of chemistry, biology, mathematics, geology, marine science, and molecular biology and biotechnology. This is one of the strengths of their team, Dimacali said. Working within the college affords them immediate access to journals, related literature, scientific papers, and the scientists themselves. It makes doing their homework easier. The team monitors new studies that come out and vets research they can storify. Sometimes, scientists themselves approach them to make space for their research. They interview the scientists involved and the dialogue continues with them as they write the story. Afterwards, they show the full draft for the scientists to check. They then publish online and send the press information to media outfits. The team also explores making social media posts, and even videos, although this is something they are still experimenting with. COMMUNICATORS. The UPD-CS Science Communications team collaborate with scientists to tell the story in their research for the public’s consumption. Photo from UPD-CS Science Communications Aren’t there worries that laymanizing stories would dilute the science? “You can’t info dump the public,” said Dimacali. But also, he said, they don’t blame scientists for feeling anxious over attempts to simplify their research. “Almost all of them are PhDs. So they spent years studying these things…. And then suddenly condensing all of these into five minutes or a 500-word article,” said Dimacali. “Parang ang hirap ‘di ba?” (It’s hard, right?) They remind scientists that a press release is just part of a bigger and ongoing initiative to communicate science to Filipinos. It’s a two-way street between scientists and the communicators, where ideas are exchanged, the main story pinned down, and the language refined. But there is still a long way to go. In other countries, science communication is more developed because media practitioners grew alongside science, said Dimacali. For example, the United States boasts many popular science magazines. The first issue of the famous yellow-bordered publication National Geographic was published back in the late 19th century. It was around this time when a vaccine against rabies was invented, the world’s first coal-fired power plant was built, and electromagnetic waves were detected by German physicist Heinrich Hertz. Wired to tell stories “I like to think of science as the story of humanity,” Dimacali said. “It is the collective story of all of us. And we are built to tell and to understand stories.” In the age of multimedia, there are more ways to tell science stories and ideas that do not necessarily pander to a crowd. Pop culture has been an effective platform. Marvel Comics and its movie adaptations, for example, borrow scientific concepts to develop their plots and characters. In one instance, American astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, a known advocate of science literacy, tried to explain the science behind 2019 superhero film Avengers: Endgame. Tyson talked about the concept of the rare metallic ore vibranium found in fictional African nation Wakanda, or the ever-returning shield of Captain America. More recently, animated film Spider-man: Across the Spiderverse explored the concept of multiple universes or the “multiverse.” This is a concept that acclaimed film Everything Everywhere All At Once also tried to tie in with an immigrant narrative and the dynamics of a strained mother-daughter relationship. Pop culture has provided an easy way “to get ideas that people are familiar with…and then guide them towards the scientific explanations behind them,” said Dimacali. For the UPD-CS Science Communication team, they try to relate scientific concepts with Filipino pop culture. One example is their story written by Patron enumerating the possible scientific explanations behind famous Filipino folklore stories. But they are also cautious to note that using Western science’s lens is just one way to explain local practices and that “modern science doesn’t always necessarily have to debunk folk beliefs.” Another story was about the ongoing research on tracing genetic ancestry in Metro Manila, linking the research’s difficulty to wars that ravaged Manila and the ghosts left behind. “We can think of the lost genetic variation as the ghosts of the people we lost,” research leader Frederick Delfin was quoted in the story. Science communication needs creativity to thrive and engage the public. Speculative fiction writer Ursula K. Le Guin once said that her fiction doesn’t predict the future, but rather describes contemporary life including science and technology. Le Guin believed these descriptions, aided by imagination, shine light to certain truths. – Rappler.com Source: https://www.rappler.com/science/writing-about-science-telling-humanity-collective-story/
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Dr. Dolores Ramirez Continues To Plant The Seeds Of Tomorrow – UP Alumni Website
Dr. Dolores Ramirez Continues To Plant The Seeds Of Tomorrow August 4, 2023 By Ria de Borja Photography By Artu Nepomuceno The Filipino geneticist has garnered many accolades in her lifetime, including having two flowers named after her. Dolores wears CAROLINA HERRERA dress, BALENCIAGA shoes, KULTURA hat, and J MAKITALO necklace. Photographed by Artu Nepomuceno. Ninety-one-year-old National Scientist Dolores Ramirez began teaching at the University of the Philippines in 1956. She explains her ethos as a professor: “The genetic component in one’s aptitude for mathematics is only 12 percent. That means the gene contributes only 12 percent, and 88 percent comes from the environment. You can’t blame your parents if you’re not good at math. The biggest factor is your math teacher. If you know this as a math teacher, you should teach math in a way that your students will learn. How do you do that? You will probably make it simpler and be more encouraging, especially with children.” As somebody who has advanced the field of plant biochemical genetics and cytogenetics in the Philippines, Ramirez certainly believes in logic and the scientific method. “I’m also a product of somebody else’s mentoring, so I’m sincerely part of the chain. There are many students, such as my students, for example, who have widened the scope of what I’ve done,” she explains. “In genetics, there’s a wide latitude. I specialize in one section, and my students have gone forward and sidewards in expanding the science. My research is invariably communicated to students, which adds to my accomplishments. My students will bring it to the next level. I’ve had several generations who have done that and have continued.” Ramirez also emphasizes that throughout her life, the generosity of the people around her helped her achieve. She says that she was fortunate to receive government resources to conduct her research and has had “a lot of good breaks and good bosses.” Genetics is a basic science, she explains, but in its application, you can create something new. In plants, for example, you can produce a new variety that has more yield, is more attractive or beautiful, or is more resistant to stresses, insects and pests. “I do not directly produce those varieties yet, somehow, I indirectly contribute to national development,” she says, adding that she plants seeds, so to speak. Before being named National Scientist for the Philippines, Ramirez had been the SEARCA (Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture) Professorial Chair for Genetics, a recipient of the Gregorio Y. Zara award in basic research and the Rizal Pro Patria award for outstanding achievement in science. She also received the UP Professorial Achievement Award in agriculture. But she’s more popularly known for having a gumamela hybrid and a mussaenda hybrid named after her. “When you work, you have a goal in mind that is sometimes even beyond your own,” she says. “These add to your accomplishments. And your accomplishments contribute to your self-worth and essentially spread goodwill.” By Ria De Borja. Photographs by Artu Nepomuceno. Beauty Editor: Joyce Oreña. Fashion Director: Pam Quiñones. Makeup: Gery Peñaso of M.A.C Cosmetics, Ting Duque. Hair: JA Feliciano, Mong Amado. Art Director: Jann Pascua. Production Design: Justine Arcega-Bumanlag. Producer: Bianca Zaragoza, Anz Hizon. Multimedia Artists: Gabbi Constantino, Tinkerbell Poblete. Production Assistant: Zofia Agama. Photographer’s Assistants: Choi Narciso, Jordon Estrada. Stylist’s Assistant: Ticia Almazan. Production Design Assistants: Gabrielle Mantala, Geber Cunanan, Jan Abal, Olderico Bondoc. Makeup Assistants: Charisma Contaoi, Leilani Samson, Lorrine Villamayor. Interns: Jean-Jacques Girod-Roux, Sophia Lanawan. Source: https://vogue.ph/lifestyle/people/dr-dolores-ramirez-continues-to-plant-the-seeds-of-tomorrow/
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‘My Biggest Regret Was Studying Hard And Doing Nothing Else,’ Says UP Cebu Summa Cum Laude – UP Alumni Website
‘My Biggest Regret Was Studying Hard And Doing Nothing Else,’ Says UP Cebu Summa Cum Laude August 11, 2023 By Judy Santiago Aladin for Smartparenting.com.ph “I have been chasing excellence my entire academic life, but reflecting on my college stay, I was actually missing out in life.” IMAGE FACEBOOK /UP CEBU, SCREENSHOT FROM MY TV CEBU As parents, it is expected that we hope our children will strive for good grades when they enter school. However, an honor student from the University of the Philippines Cebu reminds us that being book smart is not enough. Last July 21, 2023, UP Cebu held its graduation ceremony, and its top graduate, Edsel Suhayon Codoy, delivered the valedictory speech. He became the second Summa Cum Laude since the university’s establishment as a constituent university in 2016. The full video of Codoy’s speech was uploaded by MyTV Cebu on Facebook and has now garnered over 68k views. With permission from Codoy, here’s a transcription of his 11-minute speech, which shares his inspiring journey, including his regrets and learnings along the way. Transcript: UP Cebu Summa Cum Laude Edsel Codoy Speech “My biggest regret in UP Cebu was actually studying hard. Wait, wait. Let me finish. Studying hard and doing nothing else. You know, I have been chasing excellence my entire academic life, but reflecting on my college stay, I was actually missing out in life. I missed out on the unique opportunities for personal growth, exploration, and building meaningful connections. Since high school, I have always been reclusive and shy, socializing in the most minimal levels of interaction. The most convenient people I had around back then turned out to be the closest circle I have. “I have been chasing excellence my entire academic life, but reflecting on my college stay, I was actually missing out in life.” —Edsel Codoy, summa cum laude, UP Cebu A few years forward, I was able to bring the same reserved behavior in college. And I would have to say, it got the best of me. I passed on a lot of things in college. I was not joining orgs. I was declining offertorship nominations. I was only going with the same group of people I would meet on a class basis. And even in school events and programs, I remained as an observer. Because while my block mates and friends were genuinely trusting my abilities, I sadly was not. Only recently, I was able to recognize that the self-restraint that was holding me back was coming from my fear of failure. As a result, I settled with what I have been doing and what I do best. Spending all my time with school. On the bright side, it brought me to where I am now. However, it took me a long time staying in that comfort bubble before I realized that I was actually only becoming book smart. I was in fact sabotaging my own personal growth by passing on the opportunities openly offered to me. Now I’ve come to my senses, I’m starting to broaden my horizons one action at a time. I’m starting to unlearn self-doubt and to reframe failure as another learning experience. Right now, I’m actually in the middle of my second internship, taking on a tech role I know little about. Admitting that I have so much more to learn and so much more to try. My friends know how much I dread public speaking, but I am taking this on as a challenge and a privilege. I am saying this to encourage everyone to take calculated risks and embrace a growth mindset. Don’t be too hard on yourselves. Cultivate self-compassion. We do this so that at the end of the day, we leave no regrets. I congratulate everyone for having made it this far. The term commencement might seem counterintuitive and contradictory to the actual matter of today’s gathering, that is, to celebrate the culmination of our studies. However, it is more symbolic than that. It actually refers to the start of our journey as we transition to much bigger and bolder plans in life. May that be pursuing higher education, I mean postgraduate education, starting a professional career, or prioritizing personal growth. And to gather without transition is a realization of a bigger influence and a bigger social responsibility. We will be seeing ourselves in various industries and sectors, taking over bigger roles and affecting many lives. Our future decisions and actions will shape the world around us. Let us apply the skill sets and expertise we have built in this university in addressing national challenges, hoping to effect a positive social change. I, for example, as a person in tech, envision the use of AI technologies and large language models to build a more just, sustainable, and equitable world. I know many of you have tried using generative AI applications. Chat GPT to name one, at least once. We are witnessing a very big potential for it to revolutionize various aspects of our lives. For instance, AI has been helping scientists hasten and optimize drug discovery, which in turn makes these drugs less costly and more accessible to people of all classes. AI is also able to fill the gaps in the education sector with platforms facilitating personalized learning experiences for students. The technology is basically out there, waiting to be harnessed as a tool for positive social impact. This is the time for us, iskolars ng bayan, to find our niche so that we can see what we can do and locate our place in the collective for a future gain for all Filipinos. And being able to hold greater positions, we will also be dealing with greater enemies and demons in the real world. The ethical dilemmas will not come from the books anymore. They are real. They are real and they are critical. We might see ourselves confronted by these dilemmas manifested in issues around social injustice, environmental degradation, and political corruption, as well as economic inequality. In these times, may we remember the mandate we accepted when we entered the grounds of UP Cebu. That is, to serve no one else but the people, to stay loyal to the public interest, and to uphold the UP motto, honor and excellence at all times. The true task of education is not from the grades we get nor the distinctions we see. It is evaluated on the choices we make when no one else is watching, as we leave the university and fulfill more civic duties. Although too idealistic, but let us rectify the broken system and let us never allow ourselves to be consumed by it. Let us not lose hope and let us not give up on this country. After all, we are the country’s hope and we are the country’s future. As we gather here today, let us remember and acknowledge the significant people that we have met along the way and the key contributors that made it possible for us to be part of this memorable ceremony. To our parents, parent figures, and family members, we greatly thank you for your unwavering support from start to finish, for being the foundation of our core values, and for being our immediate fallback when things start to get overwhelming and unmanageable. Your nurturance and sacrifices are not left unnoticed. You truly deserve a heartfelt “Daghang salamat” and a round of applause. To the lifeblood of our university, the teachers, instructors, and professors know that you have immensely influenced our perspectives in life, and we are truly grateful for that. You never fail to incorporate essential life lessons in your teaching, which we so do appreciate as they build up lifelong learning. You have shaped our minds and mentored us to the best of your abilities. And during the height of the pandemic, while us students had struggled adapting to the rapid transition to distance learning, our teachers behind the curtain also had their fair share of hiccups and difficulties in delivering the best teaching they hoped to do. Their passion and dedication are unwithering and unparalleled. With that, we should acknowledge them with a big applause. To our inner circle, the friends we met in UP, and the classmates we academically struggled with, thank you for being there as someone we can often relate and connect to. Thank you for hearing our rules and celebrating our successes alongside us. Thank you for checking up on us and not leaving us behind. University life definitely wouldn’t be the same without you.Big shout out to block B. To the source of strength, inspiration, and all grace, we thank our creator, God, for orchestrating the universe in our favor and for giving solace to the faithful. To UP as an institution, you are a lighthouse. Like a lighthouse, you have guided us to the direction befitting for us, iskolars ng bayan, and that is towards the service of the people. You have awakened our sleeping consciousness and opened our eyes to the real state of the nation. You have shed light to the reality outside, in the streets and communities of the Philippines. You have provided us opportunities for critical thinking and fostered academic freedom, which made our education more powerful and transformative. And most importantly, to the Filipino people, to whom we owe our free education, we will make every cent of our investment worth it. As expected from us, iskolars ng bayan, we will strive to contribute positively to nation building and alleviate the suffering of those in the marginalized sector. To end my speech, I’ll leave you this reminder from Atty. Leni Robredo herself. “You do not lose sight of what you believe in. You do not lose sight of the goal. You drown out the voices because there are bigger battles to fight.” Once again, congratulations graduates. Thank you. Source: https://www.esquiremag.ph/long-reads/features/up-cebu-summa-cum-laude-regret-speech-lfrm
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Cebu’s lone psychometricians exam topnotcher: ‘Believe in yourself’ – UP Alumni Website
Cebu’s lone psychometricians exam topnotcher: ‘Believe in yourself’ August 16, 2023 John Sitchon Trisha Amistad from UP-Cebu is the sole Sugbuanon to achieve a position in the top 10 of the 2023 Psychometricians Licensure Examination CEBU, Philippines – Trisha Amistad made her family proud by becoming the only taker of the August 2023 Psychometricians Licensure Examination (PLE) from Cebu to make it to the topnotchers’ list. Amistad, an alumna of the University of the Philippines – Cebu (UPC), was attending a funeral mass for a friend’s relative on the night the PLE results were announced. “At first, I was just looking at our group chat with my classmates and scrolling over the list of the names of the exam passers but then, I checked the list of schools and saw UPC and wondered who got in the top ranks,” Amistad told Rappler in an interview on Thursday, August 10. Lo and behold, the 24-year-old Amistad realized that she was more than just any exam passer and registered psychometrician – she was a topnotcher and the only one from the province of Cebu. Amistad ranked 10th with an 87.20% rating. “I remember being so happy that night and when I got home, my family was so excited for me… My mother called me and told me that she already knew that I was going to excel,” Amistad said. Raised a champ Born in Lapu-Lapu City on January 9, 1999, Amistad’s family saw to it that she was well-supported and loved. Her father, Dino, was an overseas Filipino worker during her younger years, and her mother, Evangeline, was the caretaker of the family. Amistad’s grandparents also took turns watching over her and her siblings who were taught the value of self-belief. “I had this lolo (grandfather) whom I cherished so much, who I looked up to… He would always say that I really understood things and that no matter where I was, I was going to excel,” Amistad said. MOTHER AND DAUGHTER. Trisha Amistad (left) and her mother Evangeline Amistad (right) on the day of her graduation on July 29, 2022 at the University of the Philippines – Cebu. – courtesy of Trisha Amistad The topnotcher recalled moments of sharing her problems with her grandfather, Joel, who would listen patiently and remind her that she was more than capable of anything. The comfort of being listened to helped her go on with her days and achieve more as a student. But Amistad’s drive in the academe, she said, was mainly attributed to the efforts of her mother. “She already saw the potential in us way back in nursery because I guess at that time, we could already read so she wanted to nurture that gift,” Amistad said. As early as age 3, Amistad’s mother invested time and money to provide them with study loads, books, and other learning materials in hopes that it would instill a studious and disciplined mindset in her children. According to the achiever, this paid off in the end and has been helping her even after college. Amistad thanked her mother for everything she has done for them. Perseverance From preparations to the final day, Amistad believed that working hard for one’s dreams matters. “One of the lessons I take to heart is that you just have to believe in yourself, in your capabilities, and if you have that discipline in you, use it and if you don’t have it yet, build it,” the topnotcher said. She said there is “no perfect formula” to pass the exams and that one must find the initiative to seek more knowledge by doing research, attending sessions at review centers, and planning days ahead. “It’s a matter of urgency if you will and sometimes, if you cannot handle heavy subjects, you can do light subjects. I prefer to alternate between light and heavy subjects when studying,” Amistad said. She also emphasized the significance of incorporating opportunities for relaxation and leisure into daily routines. Her preferred avenues for unwinding include engaging in video games, online shopping, and indulging in anime. Holding on Before the exams, Amistad worked as a marketing officer of the Cebu-based hobby convention Otakufest, as a freelance illustrator, and as a human resources specialist for a private company. “Now, my priority is to become a psychometrician of a company,“ Amistad told Rappler. Amistad said she wanted to remind both her fellow exam passers and those who didn’t make it to hold onto the purpose of their dream profession, which is to champion mental health. “Even if you are not in that profession, you can still do that. In your little ways, you can help the community, your friends, even yourself, and I think that’s just as noble and helpful to the community,” Amistad said. – Rappler.com Source: https://www.rappler.com/nation/visayas/cebu-lone-psychometricians-licensure-exam-topnotcher-trisha-amistad-2023/
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Beyond Einstein: Pinay physicist investigates exotic subatomic particles – UP Alumni Website
Beyond Einstein: Pinay physicist investigates exotic subatomic particles September 5, 2023 Building on Albert Einstein’s work, a Filipina physicist and an international team of researchers recently discovered that a special class of subatomic particles can be described using concepts from the famous scientist’s Theory of Relativity. UPD-CS NIP associate professor Dr. Gennevieve Macam and her colleagues are working to understand the behavior of a relatively new subatomic particle called a Weyl fermion. (Photo credit: Dr. Gennevieve Macam) UP Diliman College of Science National Institute of Physics (UPD-CS NIP) associate professor Dr. Gennevieve Macam and her colleagues were investigating Weyl fermions, exotic subatomic particles that are similar to electrons but have no mass. They found that the behavior of these particles can be understood by adapting Einstein’s ideas on causality. Causality refers to how one event can directly lead to another event in a cause-and-effect relationship. Einstein took this idea further when he realized that nothing can travel faster than light. This led to the concept of “light cones,” which represent all the possible paths that light—or any signal moving at the speed of light—can take from a given event in space and time. Anything inside the light cone of an event could potentially be influenced by that event, while anything outside the light cone cannot be affected by it due to the limitation imposed by the speed of light. The outer boundary of this cone is called the “event horizon.” Dr. Macam collaborated with Prof. Guoqing Chang of Nanyang Technological University and his team. They found that these concepts, which normally apply to space and time, could also be used to describe the behavior of Weyl fermions in terms of energy and momentum. “Our work shows how Einstein’s equations can be adapted to describe quantum materials,” Dr. Macam said. “This paves the way to a better understanding of how the strange quantum world and our everyday reality are intertwined.” Weyl fermions were first theorized by German physicist Hermann Weyl in 1929 but their existence was only proven almost a century later, in 2015. Due to their charged but massless nature, Weyl fermions may have future applications in electronics and computers. References: Chiu, WC., Chang, G., Macam, G. et al. Causal structure of interacting Weyl fermions in condensed matter systems. Nat Commun 14, 2228 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-023-37931-w For interview requests and other media inquiries, please contact: UPD-CS Science Communications ([email protected])
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Pandemic almost crushed my spirit, says 3rd placer in architect’s exam – UP Alumni Website
Pandemic almost crushed my spirit, says 3rd placer in architect’s exam June 28, 2022 By: Carmelito Q. Francisco – @inquirerdotnet Julius Benedict Brillante, the third placer in the architect’s licensure exam in 2022. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO DAVAO CITY—After the architecture licensure examination he was about to take got postponed several times because of the pandemic, Julius Benedict Brillante said he began to have doubts. So, when news reached him that he had made it to the top three, he shouted with glee. “I was not expecting to land a place in the top 10, although my friends always told me so. I (used to) shrug it off because landing in the top 10 for me was parang suntok sa buwan (like impossible),” said Brillante during a short online huddle on Thursday with journalists in this city. Although he believed he could pass the examination, he felt it was “almost impossible” to get high marks. Two long years of the pandemic nearly crushed his belief in himself, Brillante told reporters. “The anxiety that the pandemic brought (became a huge challenge) because we did not know when we could take the exams,” said Brillante, a 2018 magna cum laude graduate of the University of the Philippines-Mindanao. He was planning to take the examination in June 2020, so he started his review in January that year. But the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 pandemic in March, prompting schools and review centers to close. “Everything became uncertain,” he said. The examination was canceled that year, in October 2020, January 2021, and June 2021. Then, in August 2021, he learned that the examination would take place in Koronadal City, about a four-hour ride from here. But he failed to take it because he found the lodging arrangement and other logistical needs difficult. As he was preparing to take the examination in January this year, he and other family members contracted COVID-19, so he had to skip it again. “The delays made me question whether architecture was still for me,” said Brillantes, who came from a family of medical professionals. His mother and brother are healthcare workers. When reviews got conducted online, he joined an online discussion group reviewing for the licensure examinations, helping him cope and ensuring that he would not be left behind in terms of preparations. Brillante said he made at least six attempts before he made it on June 17-19 this year. Of the 4,766 who took the exams, only 3,037 passed. All the 30 examinees from UP Mindanao passed, he said. When the results were released, he was watching a movie at home. When a friend informed him that he got an 81.8-percent rating, making him the third topnotcher of the exams, he went out of his room and shouted. “I shouted and shouted. My parents were shocked,” said the newly minted architect, the youngest of three siblings. It was only then that he told them he had passed the examination. “I’ve always wanted to take up medicine or any medical-related course before, but eventually, I was led to take up architecture,” he said, adding that he was led to it by “divine intervention” and that it somehow paid off. Brillante was among those who helped UP-Mindanao’s audio-visual presentation in the Philippine Pavilion at the 2018 Venice Architecture Biennale in Italy. Now that he has become a full-fledged architect, he said he would help push for the preservation of heritage sites. Source: https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1618094/pandemic-almost-crushed-my-spirit-says-3rd-placer-in-architects-exam
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UP dominates Environmental Planner Licensure Exam – UP Alumni Website
UP dominates Environmental Planner Licensure Exam August 12, 2022 By Kaithreen Cruz THE Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced that 108 examinees passed the July 2022 Environmental Planner Licensure Examination out of the 178 who took the test. PRC noted that “results of examination with respect to two examinees were withheld as per Board Resolution No. 5.” All those in the top 10 were from the University of the Philippines — from constituent universities of Diliman and Los Baños. The roster of new environmental planners was led by Aleya Carmela Arca from UP Diliman, scoring 84.40 percent in the licensure examination. Similarly, UP Diliman was the sole top-performing school in the examination with 40 or more examinees with at least an 80 percent passing rate after 36 of its 43 examinees passed (83.72 percent passing rate). Source: https://www.manilatimes.net/2022/08/11/latest-stories/up-dominates-environmental-planner-licensure-exam/1854224
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Exchange program with University of the Philippines pays dividends – UP Alumni Website
Exchange program with University of the Philippines pays dividends September 6, 2023 Four graduate students from the Philippines received their doctoral hoods during the Henry M. Rowan College’s Commencement ceremony in May, part of the college’s record-high number of Ph.D. graduates this spring. Their accomplishments in biomedical, civil, mechanical and chemical engineering can be traced back to a successful student exchange program established in 2015 between the college and the University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD), a noted leader in engineering education. Initiated by Isabelita “Lita” Marcelo Abele, CEO and president of U.S. Lumber in Woodbury Heights and a Rowan University trustee from 2012 through 2021, the five-year program provided students and faculty at both schools with an opportunity to study, research and work at the other. Abele, a native of the Philippines, built connections between Rowan administrators and the Philippine Consulate in New York City. Consul General Mario Lopez DeLeon and Consul Deputy General Zaldy Patron arranged visits for Rowan leaders to the Philippines and for UPD administrators to Rowan. “They were very interested in what we are accomplishing at Rowan, including work in biomedical engineering, water resources, disaster response and environmental engineering,” said Provost Tony Lowman, who was dean of the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering at the time. Michael Laurio (center) received his Ph.D. in chemical engineering in 2021 through a partnership with the University of the Philippines Los Baños. He currently is working in the Phillippines. Each university agreed to send two students a year to the other. Faculty exchanges followed. The initiative exceeded expectations and created a pipeline of graduate students even outside the original exchange program, Lowman noted. “It’s truly gratifying to witness the flow of ideas and research between our two universities,” Lowman said. “We’re looking forward to expanding such programming in the future.” Abele’s personal connections created a warm and welcoming community for Rowan’s Filipino students, whether or not they are part of the exchange program. This spring, Abele was there to witness the newest engineering graduates receive their doctoral hoods. “I’m doing this as my legacy,” said Abele, a former teacher who left the Philippines to work in domestic service before marrying and becoming a successful business owner. “I am their mother here. They are like my children.” Paolo Rommel Sanchez, a faculty member at UPD, received his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering. He focused his research on precision agriculture through robotics, with plans to teach agricultural and biosystems engineering in UPD’s machinery division. “The program was very open for me to take the courses I needed for my dissertation,” Sanchez noted. “Rowan was very helpful and the policies are open enough that it allowed me to take programs from other disciplines.” Kirstene Gultian Giddings came to the United States in 2018 to earn her Ph.D. in biomedical engineering. A senior scientist at GSK (formerly known as GlaxoSmithKline), she supports a team that creates drugs to treat HIV and renal disease. At Rowan, she found opportunities to volunteer, research and become part of a community led by a woman she fondly calls “Tita Lita” (or “Aunt Lita”). “Tita Lita helped me transition to the U.S.,” Giddings said. “(She) helped me buy my first calculator and my books … that brought me far.” Jasmine Vasquez, who teaches classes in the Experiential Engineering Education Department, received her Ph.D. in materials science and engineering after working with Joseph Stanzione, Ph.D., director of the Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Institute. The University of the Philippines sent Ariel Aragoncillo to Rowan for his Ph.D. in civil engineering. He focused his research on recycled concrete aggregates. Of Abele, Aragoncillo said, “she’s really our ‘Tita.’ I’m very thankful.” Source: https://today.rowan.edu/news/2023/09/exchange-program-with-university-of-the-philippines-pays-dividends.html
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UP Diliman grad tops interior designer licensure exam – UP Alumni Website
UP Diliman grad tops interior designer licensure exam July 28, 2022 By GMA News A graduate of the University of the Philippines Diliman topped the interior designer licensure examination given by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) this month. advertisement Ira Louise Cayanan led the successful examinees with a rating of 88.25%. Patrick Joshua Uy of the University of Santo Tomas placed second with 86.85%, followed by Ma. Patrisha Casalme of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines with 86.50%. Racquel Christine Lim of UP is in fourth place (86.40%), followed by Lara Mindy Villaluz of the Philippine School of Interior Design (85.40%). The PRC said 266 out of 405 examinees passed the test given by the Board of Interior Design in Manila and Cebu. UP Diliman was named the lone top performing school, with 26 out of its 28 examinees (92.86%) passing the exam. —Mel Matthew Doctor/VBL/BM, GMA News Source: https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/839483/up-diliman-grad-tops-interior-designer-licensure-exam/story/
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UP Diliman achieves 100% passing rate in Landscape Architect Licensure Exam – UP Alumni Website
UP Diliman achieves 100% passing rate in Landscape Architect Licensure Exam July 29, 2022 By Kaithreen Cruz THE Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced that 74 examinees passed the July 2022 Landscape Architect Licensure Examination, out of the 114 who took the test. The University of the Philippines Diliman was the sole top-performing school in the licensure exam with 15 or more examinees with at least an 80 percent passing rate after all 37 examinees from the university passed. The list of successful examinees may be viewed on the PRC website at prc.gov.ph. The July 2022 Landscape Architect Licensure Exam was held in Manila and Cebu, and the results were released four working days after the last day of the test. Members of the Board of Landscape Architecture who gave the licensure exam were Chairman Paulo Alcazaren and Member Cecilia Tence. The new landscape architects may register online from August 30 to 31 for the issuance of their Professional Identification Card (ID) and Certificate of Registration. They are also reminded to personally register and sign in the Roster of Registered Professionals. PRC said that the date and venue for the oath taking ceremony of the new successful examinees will be announced at a later date. Source: https://www.manilatimes.net/2022/07/28/latest-stories/up-diliman-achieves-100-passing-rate-in-landscape-architect-licensure-exam/1852588
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UP graduate tops Sept 2022 licensure exam for social workers – UP Alumni Website
UP graduate tops Sept 2022 licensure exam for social workers September 30, 2022 By Kaithreen Cruz University of the Philippine THE Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has announced that 2,955 examinees hurdled the licensure examination for social workers held this September 2022 out of the 4,723 who took it. Gian Paul Salanio from the University of the Philippines Diliman led the new batch of social workers after garnering a score of 88.20. Eight schools were hailed as top-performing with at least 10 or more examinees and with at least an 80 percent passing rate after posting a 100 percent passing rate. These are the Asian Social Institute (all 10 examinees passed); Ateneo de Davao University (all 20 examinees passed); Bicol University-Tabaco (all 25 examinees passed); Caraga State University Butuan City (all 85 examinees passed); La Verdad Christian College (all 13 examinees passed); Leyte Normal University (all 67 examinees passed); Norte Dame of Marbel University (all 13 examinees passed); and University of the Philippines Diliman (all 19 examinees passed). The list of successful examinees may be viewed on the PRC website at prc.gov.ph. The September 2022 licensure examination for social workers was held in Manila, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao and Zamboanga, and the results of the examination were released three working days after the last day of examination. Members of the Board of Social Workers who gave the licensure test were Chairman Lorna Gabad, Rosetta Palma, Fe Sinsona and Ely Acosta. The newly licensed social workers are reminded to register online for the issuance of their Professional Identification Card (ID) and Certificate of Registration. PRC said the schedule/s for the online registration will be announced at a later date. Similarly, the board passers should also personally register and sign in the Roster of Registered Professionals. “The date and venue for the oath taking ceremony of the new successful examinees in the said examination will be announced later,” the commission added. Source: https://www.manilatimes.net/2022/09/29/news/national/up-graduate-tops-sept-2022-licensure-exam-for-social-workers
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UPLB grad tops October 2022 chemist board exam – UP Alumni Website
UPLB grad tops October 2022 chemist board exam October 26, 2022 MANILA — The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) on Tuesday announced the results of the Chemist Licensure Examination and Chemical Technician Licensure Examination given this month. The PRC said 284 out of 731 passed the Chemist Licensure Examination. Carmel Rose Malones Rolloque of the University of the Philippines Los Baños topped the chemist boards with a 91.30 percent score rating. Ryan Joseph Ycoy Magsipoc of the University of Santo Tomas came in second with a 90.60 rating, while Yumi Lee Briones of the Ateneo De Manila University came in third place with a rating of 88.80 percent. Meanwhile, the PRC said 2,204 out of 2,588 passed the Chemical Technician Licensure Examination, also given this month. Carlos Antonio Nicdao Concepcion of UPLB, Christian Rey Salinio dela Cruz of Technological University of the Philippines in Visayas, and Jopette Marie Binasahan Villas of the Eastern Visayas State University in Tacloban City were tied in first place with a rating of 94 percent. The PRC also said those who failed the board examination for chemist but had obtained a rating of at least 70 percent in any two subjects can register as chemical technician. UP Los Baños was the top performing school with a passing percentage of 82.35 percent. TUP Visayas, meanwhile, was the top performing school in the chemical technician licensure examination with a 100 percent passing rate. Here are the successful examinees. Source: https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/10/26/22/uplb-grad-tops-october-2022-chemist-board-exam
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UP Los Baños, UP Visayas post perfect passing rate in October 2022 LEPT secondary level – UP Alumni Website
UP Los Baños, UP Visayas post perfect passing rate in October 2022 LEPT secondary level December 19, 2022 by Luisa K. Cabato Photo from the University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) website The University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) and UP Visayas – Iloilo City garnered perfect passing scores in the October 2022 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) secondary level. All 90 and 51 LEPT examinees from UPLB and UPV, respectively, passed the board exams conducted last Oct. 2 as per an advisory from the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). Jessiree Flores Pantilgan from the University of Mindanao – Panabo was hailed as the licensure exam’s top notcher with a rating of 94.60 percent. Courtesy of Professional Regulation Commission Meanwhile, PRC declared Philippine Normal University – Manila as the top performing school for LEPT elementary level. Seventy-eight out of 82 takers passed the exam resulting in an overall passing rate of 95.12 percent. Courtesy of Professional Regulation Commission Baby Patricia Tabamo Bensi and Maria Catherine Cauba from Cebu Normal University were the top notchers for LEPT elementary level, said PRC. They both earned an average of 94.60 percent. Courtesy of Professional Regulation Commission On Friday, Dec. 16, PRC announced that 49,783 elementary teachers out of 91,468 examinees (54.43%) and 71,080 secondary teachers out of 139,534 examinees (50.94%) passed the board exams held in 34 testing centers nationwide and in Bangkok, Thailand. “It is further announced that of the 49,783 elementary teacher passers, 29,183 are first timers and 20,600 are repeaters. For the secondary teachers, 50,549 passers are first timers and 20,531 are repeaters,” PRC added. Source: https://mb.com.ph/2022/12/17/up-los-banos-up-visayas-post-perfect-passing-rate-in-october-2022-lept-secondary-level/
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Dr. Elizabeth Y. Arcellana-Nuqui (1946-2023) – UP Alumni Website
Dr. Elizabeth Y. Arcellana-Nuqui (1946-2023) September 5, 2023 Ian Nuqui wrote a tribute to her mother, Dr. Elizabeth Y. Arcellana-Nuqui who passed away last August 22, 2023 at the age of 77. Waiving Goodbye I am Honesto Franz Maximillian Arcellana Nuqui Jr, 3rd of 4 kids and among other things part Honesto, Jr and part Franz Arcellana. Mama smuggled me in upon their return from the US in May 1976. I was born in October. As I have advanced from child to teen to man, from the morning sun to a mourning son I have observed and wondered, pondered and revisited some of my Mama’s choices: the what when where why how, what things meant, meant to her, meant to me, meant to hurt, meant to protect, too many meants to mention. So many questions from an over analyzer. I sought comfort in logic and reason, and then sympathy and understanding. Until finally realizing that to seek a definite answer is foolish and to covet an explanation is greedy. Any fraction of context is already such a gift. That long held opinions and beliefs are like malignancies wrapped around our heart, and to excise them comes at too great a cost. We must let nature take its course. My only conclusion is that the handful of large decisions Mama made over her life probably never really mattered as much on how things have turned out. Rather it is the accumulation of the small and time-sensitive decisions that ultimately undermine and undo, compensate and correct for the large ones. To love means to trust and giving the benefit of the doubt, and frailty and fallibility often trumps meaning or intention. To love fully is to accept, without always agreeing or understanding. I have to stop looking back and curve-fitting on too few data points. I love Mama, and Mama loves me fills in all the gaps and blanks. And now my mother is gone. Wala na si Mama, si Beth, si Maam EYAN. I have to find a way forward without her, embracing the consequences and impacts of her choices like waves. I need to relax and let every ripple wash over me and allow each fading crest to carry me and nudge me further. To live on and live with. To love on and keep on. Mama has drifted away but her love and care still washes ashore. Post from Ian Nuqui Facebook
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UP Diliman grad tops October 2023 Metallurgical Engineering board exam – UP Alumni Website
UP Diliman grad tops October 2023 Metallurgical Engineering board exam October 10, 2023 MANILA — The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced Monday that 39 out of 64 passed the Metallurgical Engineering Licensure Examination given this month. Aaron Dave Tabuzo Tomas from the University of the Philippines Diliman topped the metallurgical engineer boards with an 87.95 percent score rating. Andre Victor Puyo Suarez and Sarah Marcelin Madrasto Evasco, also from UP Diliman, ranked second and third, respectively, with a rating of 86.65 percent and 85.15 percent. Source: https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/10/09/23/up-diliman-grad-tops-oct-2023-metallurgical-engineering-board-exam
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UPD gets 8th straight 100% passing in licensure exam for mining engineers – UP Alumni Website
UPD gets 8th straight 100% passing in licensure exam for mining engineers September 7, 2023 Anna Regidor – Diliman Information Office Every examinee fielded by the Department of Mining, Metallurgical, and Materials Engineering (DMMME) of the UP Diliman (UPD) College of Engineering (COE) for the August 2023 Mining Engineers Licensure Examination passed, making it the eighth straight year that UPD has attained a 100% passing rate in said exam. The DMMME building. Photo by Jefferson Villacruz, UPDIO While no one landed in top 10, the University has been posting a 100% passing rate since 2016. The last to occupy first place among the passers was John Martin Cirio in 2022. UPD also ranked first among the three top-performing schools, the only one of them to have a 100% passing rate. An institution must have fielded five or more examinees and gained at least an 80% passing rate to qualify as a top-performing school. According to the Professional Regulation Commission, 242 of 351 examinees passed the examination that was held in the National Capital Region, Baguio, Butuan, Cebu, Davao, and Legazpi.
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Filipina peace negotiator Miriam Coronel-Ferrer among 2023 Ramon Magsaysay awardees – UP Alumni Website
Filipina peace negotiator Miriam Coronel-Ferrer among 2023 Ramon Magsaysay awardees September 6, 2023 Iya Gozum Miriam Coronel-Ferrer is recognized for emphasizing ‘the important role that women play in inclusive peace-building’ MANILA, Philippines – Filipina peace negotiator and professor Miriam Coronel-Ferrer was named as one of the recipients of the 2023 Ramon Magsaysay Awards on Thursday, August 31. Coronel-Ferrer is a former senior mediation adviser at the United Nations and a professor of political science at the University of the Philippines. She is a founding member of the Southeast Asian Women Peace Mediators. During the administration of the late president Benigno Aquino III, she chaired the government peace panel in negotiations with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front that led to the signing of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro in 2014. Coronel-Ferrer was given the award for emphasizing “the important role that women play in inclusive peace-building,” the Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation said. The Ramon Magsaysay Award is considered as Asia’s premier’s prize and highest honor, the region’s equivalent of the Nobel Prize. The award is named after Ramon Magsaysay, the 7th Philippine president. The other awardees are: Korvi Rakshand, Bangladesh, education-for-all champion Eugenio Lemos, Timor-Leste, food sovereignty visionary Ravi Kannan R., India, hero for holistic healthcare The Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation said that the four awardees “are redefining inclusivity in these modern yet troubled times….their collective message is very simple yet often forgotten: treat one another with love, care and respect.” In 2021, Filipino fisherman Robert Ballon won the award for his work in conserving the environment and improving livelihood programs in communities. In 2022, Filipina children’s rights advocate Bernadette Madrid was named as one of the recipients for “providing medical, legal and psychosocial care in children and women who are victims of abuse.” – Rappler.com Source: https://www.rappler.com/nation/list-ramon-magsaysay-awardees-2023/
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Sherry Ann E. Dela Cruz (BS Agriculture 2017) – UP Alumni Website
Sherry Ann E. Dela Cruz (BS Agriculture 2017) October 3, 2023 Let’s offer a prayer for our departed alumna. May she rest in peace. If you have heard or read about any fellow UPLB alumnus/alumna who passed away, please inform us through https://alum.uplb.edu.ph/submit-obituary Source: UPLB Office of Alumni Relations
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Food content creator and TikTok’s ‘Lumpia Queen’ Abi Marquez joins KROMA Entertainment’s NYMA as exclusive talent – UP Alumni Website
Food content creator and TikTok’s ‘Lumpia Queen’ Abi Marquez joins KROMA Entertainment’s NYMA as exclusive talent May 31, 2023 Abi Marquez Abi Marquez, publicly known as TikTok’s “Lumpia Queen,” is set to shine even brighter in the tradigital space with new talent management agency NYMA, one of the brands under KROMA Entertainment, the new tradigital entertainment company backed by the ecosystem of the Globe Group. Having debuted only last January 2022, Abi Marquez is now one of the biggest names in the “FoodTok” universe kicking off her popularity with her “What happens if we make peach mango pie with lumpia wrappers?” video. After the video went viral, Abi created more experimental lumpia videos and turned it into a series, which consistently amassed millions of views. This earned Abi her online moniker “Lumpia Queen,” and led to a stream of fans on her TikTok channel, which now has 2.5 million followers. Her content creation formula– a mix of experimental recipes plus ASMR and on-the-beat sounds— has won the hearts of food enthusiasts including Erwan Heussaff of FEATR. She has been invited as a guest on the YouTube channel’s cooking and food discovery series. Abi’s excellent and experimental cooking skills are no surprise, having earned a degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management from the University of the Philippines Diliman, where she graduated magna cum laude in 2022. As a fresh graduate experiencing immense success in her field, Abi decided to take on content creation as a full-time career rather than pursuing her goal of going into the corporate world. As with many online creators, the real challenge is “wearing too many hats– from brainstorming and filming to reading emails and negotiating with partners,”Abi said. “Especially in the cooking niche, content creation can take hours of time and energy. My creative juices and energy come unexpectedly, and when they do, I want to make sure that I focus on that momentum and make my ideas come to life,” she said. When asked how she feels about joining the talent management agency, Abi said: “I’m very happy because I know I’m in the right hands.” “NYMA made me feel that I’m not just another number in a talent portfolio. I didn’t just hear – I saw – how they genuinely care for their talents, and value their individuality and creative freedom. They are industry veterans who are extremely professional but still pass the vibe check.” Kat Bautista, Head of NYMA, said there is a lot of potential in Abi especially with food as a popular niche on social media. “We are elated to have Abi join NYMA. She’s an incredible force in the kitchen and has a multitude of other talents we can’t wait to unleash for the world to see. WRAPPED with NYMA’s support, get ready for Abi to be on a roll with her projects!” NYMA is currently home to notable artists including celebrity and vlogger Kristel Fulgar, Home Buddies founder Frances Cabatuando, and visual artist and content creator Raco Ruiz. Short for “Now You Must Aspire,” NYMA aims to make its stars shine and help them realize their full potential. The talent management agency and production house gives its talents unparalleled support, helping them expand their content and reach on all tradigital platforms. NYMA recognizes Abi’s immense talent and love for her craft, and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible to take her career to greater heights, give her unparalleled value, and help her break new ground in the tradigital space. For more on Abi, follow her on: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abigailfmarquez Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abigailfmarquez/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abigailfmarquez YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lumpiaqueen Twitter: https://twitter.com/lumpiakween Source: https://mb.com.ph/2023/5/30/food-content-creator-and-tik-tok-s-lumpia-queen-abi-marquez-joins-kroma-entertainment-s-nyma-as-exclusive-talent
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Proving Age is Just a Number: Senior Citizen Fulfills Lifelong Dream – UP Alumni Website
Proving Age is Just a Number: Senior Citizen Fulfills Lifelong Dream May 30, 2023 Written by Pinky Halos Edited by Myra C. Almodiel and Anna Cañas-Llamas Edwin C. Tan’s inspiring story of pursuing higher education at an older age proves that it’s never too late to fulfill one’s dreams. A loving husband and a cool dad, Edwin decided to take the leap, enroll at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), and complete a Diploma in Environment and Natural Resources Management degree. UP Open University utilizes open and distance elearning (ODeL) as its mode of teaching and learning, and its mission is to provide access to quality higher education to Filipinos everywhere, even to senior citiizens like Edwin. At the University of the Philippines, including UPOU, no student shall be denied admission to the University System by reason of age, sex, nationality, religious belief, or political affiliations [from Art. 332 of the UP System Code]. In addition, UPOU is open to students who are not able to join traditional and physical clases, since all teaching and learning is done online. For Edwin, education is an essential part of life, regardless of age, and he believes that finishing a degree at one of the top schools in the country is an advantage. And although Edwin faced many challenges while completing his requirements, he persevered and was ultimately rewarded with a sense of fulfillment and accomplishment. Through his experience at UPOU, Edwin developed a greater sense of belongingness, it developed his character and confidence, which has impacted his life in significant ways. Today, Edwin is a proud UPOU alumni and he encourages others to follow in his footsteps. His advice to anyone considering pursuing higher education at UPOU is to take advantage of every opportunity that comes their way and not wait any longer. Edwin’s inspiring journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and serves as a reminder that it’s never too late to chase your dreams. Source: https://www.upou.edu.ph/news/proving-age-is-just-a-number-senior-citizen-fulfills-lifelong-dream/
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UP Visayas Soundwalk
UP VISAYAS Map ILOILO MIAGAO TACLOBAN THREE CAMPUSES, ONE LEADING CENTER OF LEARNING. University of the Philippines Visayas UP Visayas is probably the only unit of UP whose campuses stretch across two regions - the Miagao and Iloilo City campuses in Region 6 and the Tacloban campus in Region 8. The center of fisheries education in the country, UP Visayas (UPV) aims to contribute to the development of the country through relevant instruction, research, extension programs, and training in the fields of aquaculture, fish processing technology, marine fisheries, aquatic biology, and coastal resource management. UPV also hosts a regional research center (RRC) with sections for microbiology, biochemistry, biotechnology, instrumentation, and software development. Iloilo City Campus - Oblation The new location of the Oblation in front of the main building with its wide open courtyard and fountain is a vast improvement over its original location along General Luna Street with its noise and tumult. The Oblation was cast by Professor Emeritus Gigi Alfonso, the only artist authorized to create replicas of the iconic sculpture of U.P. Law & Order Starting out its life as Iloilo's City Hall, the neoclassic main building of the Iloilo City campus was designed by National Artist for Architecture Juan Arellano. His frequent collaborator, an Italian sculptor named Francesco Ricardo Monti, crafted the two bronze figures at the entrance named Law and Order. LT Mushrooms (back of Main Bldg, front of Little Theater) In complete contrast to the cacophony outside its walls, the soundtrack inside the Iloilo City campus is composed of the wind tickling the leaves of the narra, acacia, mango, and mahogany trees and the constant chirping of the pied triller, golden bellied gerygone, olive backed sunbird, chestnut munia, and Eurasian tree sparrow. Diwata ng Dagat Diwata ng Dagat (Goddess of the Sea), a 16-foot sculpture by National Artist Napoleon V. Abueva, stands tall and strong across the old Administration building of the Miagao campus. Diwata ng Dagat is a fitting depiction of UP Visayas' commitment to its role as national center of excellence in marine science, fisheries, and aquaculture. Fonacier Hall Named after Tomas Fonacier, founding dean of U.P. Iloilo, Fonacier Hall houses the College of Arts and Sciences. Right beside it is a park where the cawing and chirping of the Philippine tailorbird, coucal, collared dove, and fantail, the olive-backed sunbird, collared kingfisher, zebra dove, and hooded pitta compete with the conversations of org mates and people who enjoy being immersed in greenery. Panay Gulf Students of the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences have been known to point to the Panay Gulf with pride and tell their relatives and friends, “That's our laboratory.” Miagao is the main campus of UP Visayas. Aside from Tacloban, Miagao is the only seaside campus of the UP System. The Oblation and the College of Arts & Sciences Established in 1973, UP Tacloban is ranked the best in Region 8 for its programs in Accountancy, Biology, Computer Science, and Psychology. It is one of the top performing schools in the Psychometrician Board Exams, and its Communication Arts program has produced award-winning writers and performers. The College also now offers an MS in Environmental Science program, and it recently launched an undergraduate program in Applied Mathematics. Botanical Garden Mere meters from the Oblation, the Botanical Garden faces the beautiful Cancabato Bay. Visitors are greeted by the calm of the garden and the gentle sea breeze. The garden becomes somber every November 8 as it is an important commemoration site for the victims of supertyphoon Yolanda. Butterfly Garden This is one of the most popular chill-out spots for students looking for relief from the stress of their academic workload. One hundred butterflies were released into the garden at its inauguration during the UP Centennial in 2008. Prior to the pandemic it was a laboratory for Biology students tagging the plants as part of their lessons in Botany.
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STORIES – UP Alumni Website
STORIES This section contains feature profiles of interesting UP alumni about their life or their significant contributions to the community. MORE STORIES [alumni_featured]
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UP VISAYAS - TACLOBAN CAMPUS
UP VISAYAS Map ILOILO MIAGAO TACLOBAN UP VISAYAS TACLOBAN The Oblation and the College of Arts & Sciences Inaugurated in 1973, UP Visayas in Tacloban is ranked the best in Region 8 for its programs in Accountancy, Biology, Management, Computer Science. In recent years, it’s been one of the top performing schools in the Psychometrician Board Exams. Its Speech, Literature, and Theater Arts programs are considered the finest in the Visayan archipelago.   Botanical Garden Mere meters from the Oblation, the Botanical Garden faces the beautiful Cancabato Bay. Visitors are greeted by the calm of the garden and the gentle sea breeze. The garden becomes somber every November 8 as it is an important commemoration site for the victims of supertyphoon Yolanda. Butterfly Garden This is one of the most popular chill-out spots for students looking for relief from the stress of their academic workload. One hundred butterflies were released into the garden at its inauguration during the UP Centennial in 2008. Prior to the pandemic, it was a laboratory for Biology students tagging the plants as part of their lessons in Botany.   © Copyright 2022 - All Rights Reserved
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UP VISAYAS - MIAGAO CAMPUS
UP VISAYAS Map ILOILO MIAGAO TACLOBAN UP VISAYAS MIAGAO, ILOILO Diwata ng Dagat Click on the image to view the Diwata ng Dagat in Augmented Reality! Diwata ng Dagat (Goddess of the Sea), a 16-foot sculpture by National Artist Napoleon V. Abueva, stands tall and strong across the old Administration building of the Miagao campus. Diwata ng Dagat is a fitting depiction of UP Visayas’ commitment to its role as national center of excellence in marine science, fisheries and aquaculture.   Fonacier Hall Named after Tomas Fonacier, founding dean of U.P. Iloilo, Fonacier Hall houses the College of Arts and Sciences. Right beside it is a park where the cawing and chirping of the Philippine tailorbird, coucal, collared dove, and fantail, the olive-backed sunbird, collared kingfisher, zebra dove, and hooded pitta compete with the conversations of org mates and people who enjoy being immersed in greenery. Panay Gulf Students of the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences have been known to point to the Panay Gulf with pride and tell their relatives and friends, “That’s our laboratory.” Miagao is the main campus of UP Visayas. Aside from Tacloban, Miagao is the only seaside campus of the UP System. © Copyright 2022 - All Rights Reserved
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UP VISAYAS - ILOILO CAMPUS
UP VISAYAS Map ILOILO MIAGAO TACLOBAN UP VISAYAS ILOILO CITY Oblation The UP Oblation has been reinstalled in front of the Main Building (Old Iloilo City Hall) with a fountain surrounding it. The Main Building designed by Juan Arellano in the 1930s has been restored and gloriously frames the statue that symbolizes the national university. UP Professor Emeritus Grace "Gigi" Alfonso designed the interactive pedestal for the Oblation. Law & Order Starting out its life as Iloilo’s City Hall, the neoclassic main building of the Iloilo City campus was designed by National Artist for Architecture Juan Arellano. His frequent collaborator, an Italian sculptor named Francesco Ricardo Monti, crafted the two bronze figures at the entrance named Law and Order. LT Mushrooms (back of Main Bldg, front of Little Theater) In complete contrast to the cacophany outside its walls, the soundtrack inside the Iloilo City campus is composed of the wind tickling the leaves of the narra, acacia, mango, and mahogany trees and the constant chirping of the pied triller, golden bellied gerygone, olive backed sunbird, chestnut munia, and Eurasian tree sparrow.  © Copyright 2022 - All Rights Reserved
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UPAA Cebu chapter welcomes new Board of Trustees – UP Alumni Website
UPAA Cebu chapter welcomes new Board of Trustees June 26, 2023 On Friday, June 23, 2023, the University of the Philippines Alumni Association (UPAA) Cebu Chapter marked a significant moment with the induction of its new Board of Trustees. The evening began with Atty. Ria Lidia Espina, the outgoing President, recounting the accomplishments of the outgoing board of trustees. UP Cebu Chancellor Atty. Leo B. Malagar presented the outgoing trustees with Certificates of Appreciation for their invaluable contributions to UP Cebu. The new board was formally sworn in by Chancellor Malagar. The newly-inducted President, Marylou “Lotlot” Labrador-Neri, graciously accepted her role, delivering an acceptance speech that inspired hope and promise for the tenure of the new board. Both Labrador-Neri, who studied Bachelor of Business Management, and Chancellor Malagar, who studied Political Science, are from the UP Cebu Class of 1991. The alumni association plays a pivotal role in the development of UP Cebu, supporting the institution through various initiatives that aim to enrich the campus, bolster its programs, and strengthen the bond among its alumni. The new board is expected to uphold this tradition and help realize the vision-mission of UP Cebu as expressed by and under the leadership of Chancellor Leo Malagar. Key matters such as the provision of Sablays during graduation, turnover of documents, and the status of the Alumni office were discussed during the meeting. The event was brought to a close with inspiring remarks by Dr. Bryan Albert Lim (UP Cebu BS Biology Class of 2005), Vice President of the UPAA Cebu Chapter. With the induction of the new board, the UPAA Cebu Chapter is embarking on a new journey of contributing to the growth and development of UP Cebu. [Photos contributed by Atty. Emi Rose S. Remoroza-Parcon, UPAAC Trustee and Secretary] Source: University of the Philippines Cebu Facebook
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Chan couple of Ontario, Canada donates library materials and supplies to UP Visayas University Library – UP Alumni Website
Chan couple of Ontario, Canada donates library materials and supplies to UP Visayas University Library July 3, 2023 Ms. Ninfa Bandorio More photos on UP Visayas Facebook Dr. Eliseo Chan and wife Estelita Chan donated a total of 68 volumes of books, including the 24 volumes of the World Book Encyclopedia, and supplies such as file folder boxes and plastic folder organizers to UP Visayas University Library. They are both alumni of the University of the Philippines. Dr. Eliseo Chan obtained his Bachelor and Master degrees in Physics from the University of the Philippines. He completed his PhD in Physics at Ohio University while on a teaching assistantship. After obtaining applied experience in Buffalo, New York and a Post Doctoral Research appointment in Australia, Eliseo immigrated to Canada and married his wife Estelita, whom he met while still in the Philippines. The couple was blessed with twin sons. Eliseo has worked for Ontario Hydro since 1978 as a nuclear specialist. Estelita, on the other hand, finished her BA in Political Science at the University of the Philippines through a scholarship grant. She obtained her Master of Education degree at Ohio University, where she joined her husband. The couple moved to Canada in pursuit of their education, careers, and an improved lifestyle. Estelita has been working for the Legislative Assembly of Ontario since 1977. (With sources from donors) Source: https://www.upv.edu.ph/index.php/news/chan-couple-of-ontario-canada-donates-library-materials-and-supplies-to-up-visayas-university-library
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Ortiz couple donates a 6-HP air conditioning unit to UP Visayas University Library – UP Alumni Website
Ortiz couple donates a 6-HP air conditioning unit to UP Visayas University Library July 3, 2023 Ms. Ninfa Bandorio Dr. Arcadio F. Ortiz, Jr., M.D., UP Class of 1957 and wife Dr. Josefina B. Pison-Ortiz, M.D., UP Class of 1961, donated a 6-HP air conditioner to UP Visayas University Library. The aircon costs more or less Php190,000.00. Dr. Ruth Pison, niece of the donor, facilitated the purchase of the said donation as gift to UP Visayas. The aircon was installed in the University Archives section of the University Library located at the new library building in the Miagao campus. The donation was made possible through the resourcefulness of Ms. Analiza S. Galang-Linaugo, University Librarian. Photos from UP Visayas Facebook Source: https://www.upv.edu.ph/index.php/news/ortiz-couple-donates-a-6-hp-air-conditioning-unit-to-up-visayas-university-library
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UP Alumni Association of Central California (UPAACC) Newsletter Fall 2023 – UP Alumni Website
UP Alumni Association of Central California (UPAACC) Newsletter Fall 2023 August 31, 2023 Download the Newsletter
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UP-AAPMAAI turns over Php200K donation to UP Visayas – UP Alumni Website
UP-AAPMAAI turns over Php200K donation to UP Visayas September 4, 2023 UP Affirmative Action Program for Mindanao Alumni Association, Inc. (UP-AAPMAAI) turned over its Php200K donation to UP Visayas Chancellor Clement C. Camposano last August 20, 2023 at Diversion21 Hotel, the last day of this year’s Homecoming celebrations. This was in addition to their initial Php1M donation turned over December of 2020. These will be part of their Endowment Scholarship Program to support students from Mindanao. Present during the turnover were UP-AAPMI members and officers headed by, its President, Dr. Cherry P. Añasco, Prof. Celia Parcon, and Dr. Alice Prieto-Carolino, and UPV officials including UPV Office of Alumni Relations Director, Dr. Rey Carlo T. Gonzales. UP-AAPM is a UP System program at UPV implemented in AY 1991-1992 to support UPV students from Mindanao. It ended in AY 1996-1997 when UP Mindanao was established. Now, its alumni wants to continue its legacy. (with sources from UP-AAPMAAI, and Dr. Cherry P. Añasco) Source: UPV Office of Alumni Relations Facebook
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Skin like butterfly wings: UP scientists investigate rare deadly disease – UP Alumni Website
Skin like butterfly wings: UP scientists investigate rare deadly disease July 17, 2023 by Eunice Jean Patron, UPD-CS SciComm As rare and deadly as it is poetically named, “Butterfly’s Disease” (scientifically known as “epidemolysis bullosa” or simply “EB”) has no known cure. But a handful of Filipino scientists are working their way towards a treatment. Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) sufferers have very delicate and fragile skin reminiscent of butterfly wings. The disease has many forms, including EB simplex (pictured) as well as the rarer—and potentially deadly—Junctional EB (JEB) that can affect even internal organs. (PHOTO CREDIT: James Heilman, MD | Wikimedia Commons) EB is a very serious disease, for those afflicted as well as for their families. Sufferers have severely fragile skin that easily blisters and tears even with the slightest touch, hence the comparison to butterfly wings. EB also varies in form, with mild cases that only affect the outer skin to extreme cases that injure even internal organs—an extreme condition that can lead to severe disability or even death. To further understand Butterfly’s Disease, scientists from the University of the Philippines – Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) have focused on a genetic mutation known to cause an even rarer type of EB called Junctional EB (JEB), which affects more layers of the skin and can be fatal if it happens during early infancy. Genetic investigators’ surprise discovery The onset of JEB has been associated with a genetic mutation called G273D that affects how the body produces a protein called ITGA6-ITGB4 integrin (or Integrin A6B4 for short), which plays a vital role in joining together cells and tissues. The G237D mutation causes the production of malfunctioning Integrin A6B4 and decreases the presence of functional Integrin A6B4 on epithelial cell surfaces, leading to weaker cell adhesion in the skin tissue and resulting in severe skin blisters. Molecular biologist Dr. Neil Andrew Bascos and his graduate students, Kim Ivan Abesamis and Camille Anne Bagoyo, of the National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (UPD-CS NIMBB) are investigating just how G237D affects the structure of Integrin A6B4. “We weren’t looking to study EB when we started this study,” Dr. Bascos narrated. “The main goal of the research has previously been looking at the function of integrins and their roles in cancer. Interestingly though, we’ve found that integrins may be associated with many other relevant diseases. Finding its involvement in this disfiguring disease provides us a means through which our research may be able to help the afflicted people.” In their computational study, the researchers investigated how the G237D mutation prevents Integrin A6B4 from forming, and from binding their targets properly. Some factors, such as the presence of calcium ions, were also observed to stabilize integrin interactions. Paving the way for future research The study sets the direction for further research into factors that can alter the effect of the G237D mutation on Integrin A6B4 function. Exploring these factors can pave the way for discovering cures for EB. “At this point, it’s very much basic research, medyo predictive pa. It would need proof of principle, but these studies give us concrete targets to test in the search for ways to alleviate the disease,” Dr. Bascos said. Some people with EB die as infants. Others manage to survive, but suffer from chronic illnesses that stem from its effects. Although little is currently known about effective treatments and cures for Butterfly’s Disease, the UP scientists remain steadfast in their quest to gain a deeper understanding of EB, in hopes of improving the quality of life of these patients and their families. References: Abesamis, K. I. A., Bagoyo, C. A. S., & Bascos, N. A. D. (2021). Investigating the effect of a non-conservative mutation (G273D) on integrin alpha6-beta4 binding interactions. Biophysical Journal, 120(3). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bpj.2020.11.1709 Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. (n.d.). Epidermolysis Bullosa. Retrieved from https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/e/epidermolysis-bullosa EB Research Network. (n.d.). Understanding EB & its classification. Retrieved from https://www.eb-researchnetwork.org/research/what-is-eb/ GMA Integrated News and Public Affairs. (n.d.). Butterfly Child. Brigada. Retrieved from https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1693026984165308. For interview requests and other media inquiries, please contact: [email protected]
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UP Ugnayan ng Pahinungód’s 30th Anniversary Painting Competition! – UP Alumni Website
UP Ugnayan ng Pahinungód’s 30th Anniversary Painting Competition! September 11, 2023 Join the UP Ugnayan ng Pahinungód’s 30th Anniversary Painting Competition! This is open to UP students, faculty, staff, alumni, and retirees. View contest mechanics here: bit.ly/guidelines_maglingkod Submit your artwork through this link: bit.ly/register_maglingkod The Ugnayan ng Pahinungód is the volunteer service program of the University of the Philippines. Follow our new Facebook page so you can stay tuned for updates. Source: UP System Ugnayan ng Pahinungód Facebook
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UP Mindanao signs an agreement with UPAA Davao board to start the rehabilitation of the Masjid located inside the campus – UP Alumni Website
UP Mindanao signs an agreement with UPAA Davao board to start the rehabilitation of the Masjid located inside the campus September 5, 2023 UP Mindanao signed an agreement with University of the Philippines Alumni Association Davao (UPAAD) board to start the rehabilitation of the Masjid located inside the campus. This initiative aims to promote its use by members of the UP Mindanao Association of Muslim Students (UPMAMS) and other Muslim constituents. Chancellor Lyre Anni Murao signed the agreement with UPAAD President Pedro “Bogs” Quitain III. The signing was witnessed by UPMAMS head Sittie Asia Marohom of BS Anthropology 2023 and UPAAD Vice-President Bai Ashrafia Aymee Biruar-Mitmug. UPAAD directors Dr. Khalil Guinomla, Ana Gualberto, UPAAD chairperson Napoleon Concepcion, and Assistant secretary Rene Estremera also witnessed the event. Marie Glenn Sorila, Krishna Balaga, and Brian Good attended through Zoom. Source: UP Mindanao Facebook Photos from Bogs Quitain Facebook
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Dr. Zoilo M. Lapus (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, 1970) – UP Alumni Website
Dr. Zoilo M. Lapus (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, 1970) September 25, 2023 The U.P. Society of Men mourns the passing of one of its brothers, Dr. Zoilo Mangalino Lapus ’65b. Called by his fraternity brothers as Zoi, He was the President of the Philippine College of Swine Practitioners in 2016, was an Executive Director of Asian Pig Veterinary Society, Fellow in Philippine College of Veterinary Feed Practitioners, and a member of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians. In 2005 he was awarded as the Most Outstanding Pig Veterinarian in Asia by the VIV Asia and International Pig Topics magazine of the United Kingdom. Brother Zoilo, may you continue to shine a light on us on your seat in heaven. You will be forever remembered, as you have contributed significant changes in the veterinary field! A Tried and True Ratbuan, now and through all eternity! Source: U.P. Society of Men Facebook
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Panaad at Kabilin: Pagtatalaga kay Kgg. Angelo A. Jimenez bilang ika-22 Pangulo ng Unibersidad ng Pilipinas – UP Alumni Website
Panaad at Kabilin: Pagtatalaga kay Kgg. Angelo A. Jimenez bilang ika-22 Pangulo ng Unibersidad ng Pilipinas September 12, 2023 Panaad at Kabilin: Pagtatalaga kay Kgg. Angelo A. Jimenez bilang ika-22 Pangulo ng Unibersidad ng Pilipinas [Investiture of Atty. Angelo A. Jimenez as 22nd President of the University of the Philippines] Date: September 14, 2023 Time: 9:00 AM Venue: UP Mindanao Atrium, Tugbok, Davao City, Davao del Sur “The hallmark of UP in the next six years will be service to the nation. Service to the nation is constitutive of who we are and what we do. Together, we will work towards a UP that is more engaged with the nation,” Atty. Angelo A. Jimenez said in his speech on Feb. 10, when he accepted the position and authority of leading the University as its 22nd President. Born and raised in the City of Butuan, Agusan del Norte, Jimenez is the first Mindanawan and the first Manobo, honored and named as “Datu Mankalagan” or “Great Spirit” in 2007, to become UP President. To mark the symbolic significance of his rise to become the head of UP as the national university, his formal investiture as the 22nd UP President will be held at the Atrium of UP Mindanao, in Tugbok, Davao City, on Sept. 14 at 9:00 AM. For Jimenez, being a son of the South is integral to his UP Presidency. “It was when I got elected that people reminded me that I’m the first UP President who came from Mindanao; and I was amazed, actually surprised, maybe a little bit shocked,” he said in an interview he did for the UP Forum. “I never realized that my election would resonate in Mindanao. Finally, one of their own has become a UP President. I wanted to, in my own little way, remind UP where its ultimate loyalty belongs; and, I couldn’t imagine a more marginalized community than our IPs in the mountains where there has been an ongoing conflict and there still is right now.” Jimenez is a labor lawyer and a respected authority on global worker migration. His work has contributed to the establishment of the country’s new Department of Migrant Workers, as well as to the labor migration regulatory framework in countries in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. A former Deputy Administrator of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration, he served as Labor Attache in Japan, Kuwait, and Iraq, and was awarded Presidential citations for his work in ensuring the safety of Filipino workers during the Israel-Lebanon conflict, including the rescue of a Filipino hostage held in Iraq. With his extensive background in labor migration, Jimenez has been tapped as an expert lecturer by the UP Centre International de Formation des Autorités et Leaders or International Training Center for Authorities and Leaders Philippines. He has also written papers for organizations such as the International Organization for Migration Philippines and the Blas Ople Policy Center He is a regular lecturer on Philippine overseas labor laws at the UP Law Center’s Mandatory Continuing Legal Education program. Jimenez served on the UP Board of Regents twice, first as a Student Regent in 1992, when he was also elected Chair of the University Student Council of UP Diliman; and again when he was appointed Regent by former President Rodrigo R. Duterte in 2016, during which Jimenez also served concurrently as Trustee of the UP Foundation, Inc. He obtained both his Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) degrees from UP Diliman. As a law student at UP Diliman, he was Associate Editor of the Philippine Collegian and President of the College Editors Guild of the Philippines. He went on to earn his Master in Public Management degree from the National University of Singapore’s Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy. He was also a Lee Kuan Yew Fellow at the Harvard School of Government. Read more about his profile here Taking inspiration from and being guided by his Mindanawan and indigenous roots, Jimenez aims to highlight the view from the margins and bring a unique perspective on how UP can further contribute to national development. Championing kindness in the University, and setting public service as a pillar of his vision and strategic initiatives for UP, his administration plans to widen access to UP and UP-quality education through various courses, modes, and platforms, as well as to strengthen partnerships with Philippine SUCs. These partnerships are intended to advance higher education in the country through shared knowledge and expertise. UP Mindanao, which is hosting an investiture ceremony for the UP President for the first time, is the sixth constituent university under the UP System, and the only UP constituent university in Mindanao with the primary mandate to provide equitable access to quality UP education to Mindanawans. It offers academic programs in the fields of the humanities, architecture, mathematics, food, economics, social, natural, and computing sciences. As a graduate university, it offer a PhD by Research, and graduate degrees in management, food science, urban and regional planning, and sports science. Its development agenda focuses on opening additional academic programs and new Colleges in Human Kinetics, Medicine, and Engineering, to support Mindanao sports, health, technological, and bio-cultural diversity initiatives. UP Mindanao is headed by Chancellor Lyre Anni E. Murao. (For more news on UP Mindanao, visit their Facebook page) Source: https://up.edu.ph/the-investiture-and-the-summits/
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Poet, activist Mila Aguilar dies at 74 – UP Alumni Website
Poet, activist Mila Aguilar dies at 74 October 16, 2023 She ‘worked tirelessly for God and Country for many decades, in the face of marginalization, imprisonment, and even death,’ her son writes MANILA, Philippines – Poet, essayist, and activist Mila Aguilar died on Friday, October 13 at the age of 74, her son Doy Roque announced on social media on Saturday, October 14. Aguilar “worked tirelessly for God and Country for many decades, in the face of marginalization, imprisonment, and even death,” Roque wrote. “She met many like-minded people in her journeys. People who helped her stay the path despite the many challenges she, and many like her, have had to face.” She joined the National Democratic movement in 1971 and went underground for 13 years, writing poetry and essays under the nom de guerre Clarita Roja. Among Aguilar’s positions in the movement were chairperson of the Regional United Front Commission of Mindanao and head of the National United Front Commission of the Communist Party of the Philippines. An outspoken critic of the Marcos dictatorship, Aguilar was arrested without a warrant in August 1984. Her prison poetry was published in the collection Why Cage Pigeons? by the Free Mila D. Aguilar Committee. She gained her freedom in 1986. Aguilar is said to have written about 400 poems in English, Filipino, and Ilonggo throughout her career. Her other poetry collections include A Comrade is as Precious as a Rice Seedling and Journey: An Autobiography in Verse. She taught at the University of the Philippines Diliman, her alma mater, and was also a video documentarist and web designer. Her inurnment is at 1135 Marilag St., UP Village, Diliman, Quezon City. – Rappler.com Source: https://www.rappler.com/life-and-style/arts-culture/poet-activist-mila-aguilar-dies-obituary/
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UPAASF Delegation to International Organization on Migration Workshop visits OVPPA – UP Alumni Website
UPAASF Delegation to International Organization on Migration Workshop visits OVPPA November 20, 2019 UPAA San Francisco represented the US-based Filipino Diaspora in advocating for Community Resilience and Safer Shelters in the Philippines during the recent Stakeholders Workshop on Safe Shelters and Diaspora Engagement that was organized in partnership with the UN Migration Agency, International Organization on Migration (IOM) on November 14-15, 2019 at the I’M Hotel in Makati. In photo, from left: Gabrielito Moraleda (UPAA San Francisco), AVP Rica D. Abad (Director, UP System Office of Alumni Relations), Michelle Rose Villariez (National Training Officer- Emergency Preparedness and Response Unit, IOM), Gil Ongchangco (UPAA San Francisco), Dr. Elena E. Pernia (Vice President for Public Affairs, University of the Philippines).
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Edgardo Mendoza Tiamson (1942-2023) – UP Alumni Website
Edgardo Mendoza Tiamson (1942-2023) October 20, 2023 Lamentamos profundamente el fallecimiento de nuestro ex-jefe, Edgardo Tiamson, querido mentor, colega y amigo. Descanse en paz, Señor Tiamson. We are deeply saddened by the passing of our former chair, Sir Edgardo Tiamson, dear mentor, colleague, and friend. Rest in peace, Señor Tiamson. Source: UPD Department of European Languages Facebook
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Eulogio, Jr. V. Cardona (BS Agriculture 1974; Master of Management 1983) – UP Alumni Website
Eulogio, Jr. V. Cardona (BS Agriculture 1974; Master of Management 1983) November 10, 2023 Let’s offer a prayer for our departed alumnus. May he rest in peace. If you have heard or read about any fellow UPLB alumnus/alumna who passed away, please inform us through https://alum.uplb.edu.ph/submit-obituary Source: UPLB Office of Alumni Relations Facebook
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UPV-CFOS graduates top October 2023 Fisheries Professionals Board Exams – UP Alumni Website
UPV-CFOS graduates top October 2023 Fisheries Professionals Board Exams November 9, 2023 Eight graduates of UP Visayas College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (UPV-CFOS) were among the top 10 passers of the October 2023 Licensure Exam for Fisheries Professionals. UPV-CFOS registered a 97.67% passing rate with 42 successful examinees out of 43. Among the highest-ranking passers from UPV-CFOS are the following: RANK 2 (86.75%) Allen Patrick Rodriguez Araneta Klynne Clarise Manliguez Kuizon Riza Mae Tagupa Guyapale RANK 4 (85.75%) Reyland Alilaen Aligroso RANK 5 (85.50%) Carl Bryle Mosura Rosal Gylle Ann Marie Lamson Moquera RANK 8 (84.75%) Hannah Raiza Molina Grantoza RANK 10 (84.25%) Chris John Paniza Dinaga The Professional Regulations Commission (PRC) Board of Fisheries conducted the licensure exams on October 25-26, 2023 in testing centers nationwide. PRC announced that 33. 71% or only 716 out of 2,124 examinees passed the board exams. Source: College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences, UP Visayas Facebook
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Dr. Salcedo L. Eduardo (MS in Zoology 1973) – UP Alumni Website
Dr. Salcedo L. Eduardo (MS in Zoology 1973) October 20, 2023 Let’s offer a prayer for our departed alumnus. May he rest in peace. If you have heard or read about any fellow UPLB alumnus/alumna who passed away, please inform us through https://alum.uplb.edu.ph/submit-obituary Source: UPLB Office of Alumni Relations Facebook
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Guillermo C. Trinidad (BS Agriculture 1964) – UP Alumni Website
Guillermo C. Trinidad (BS Agriculture 1964) October 25, 2023 Let’s offer a prayer for our departed alumnus. May he rest in peace. If you have heard or read about any fellow UPLB alumnus/alumna who passed away, please inform us through https://alum.uplb.edu.ph/submit-obituary Source: UPLB Office of Alumni Relations Facebook
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RELAUNCHED: The Carillon issue (2017) – UP Alumni Website
RELAUNCHED: The Carillon issue (2017) June 27, 2017 The Carillon is the official UP alumni newsletter, published since the1950s. Its publication and distribution are managed by the Office of Alumni Relations, UP System, with the Director as official editor. With the objective of giving UP alumni a continuing communication link with and a sense of connection to the University and fellow alumni, The Carillon contains original news and feature articles, press releases as well as reprints of news articles from the different UP units, the UP Alumni Association, the different UP alumni chapters, and from fellow individual alumni.   UP alumni, their family members, and friends are encouraged to contribute news articles and photographs. They are also encouraged to send in biographical updates for the UP alumni database. UP Carillon 2017 issue
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The Carillon issue (2018) – UP Alumni Website
The Carillon issue (2018) June 17, 2018 Enjoy the latest edition of Carillon, the University’s official alumni magazine. This January-June 2018 issue includes news tailored for the hundreds of thousands of UP alumni here and abroad, with features such as UP Cebu’s centennial celebrations, Upsilon Sigma Phi’s 100th year, life of former UP President Senator Edgardo J. Angara, UP in several iconic films, and much more! UP Carillon Magazine 2018 issue Download a PDF copy here. Written by MPRO
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The Carillon issue (2019) – UP Alumni Website
The Carillon issue (2019) August 15, 2018 The July 2018-May 2019 issue of Carillon, the University’s official alumni magazine is finally here! The new issue has UP Los Baños the Maria sa Banga landmark in its front cover and features such as Beta Epsilon’s 90th year celebration, UP Alumni excellence in the Arts, cover story of the volunteer service Ugnayan ng Pahinungod, and many more! Browse it here: UP Carillon 2019 issue   Download your PDF copy here