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https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-mindanao-department-of-human-kinetics-lecturer-i/	UP Mindanao Department of Human Kinetics (Lecturer I) – UP Alumni Website	UP Mindanao Department of Human Kinetics (Lecturer I) February 6, 2023 WE ARE HIRING UP Mindanao Department of Human Kinetics is looking for one (1) 𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗥 𝗜. He/she/they must be a graduate of Bachelor of Sports Science, Bachelor of Physical Education, or related degrees. 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: 1. Application letter addressed to UP Min Chancellor Prof. Lyre Anni E. Murao 2. Personal Data Sheet 3. Transcript of Records 4. Eligibility (Certified Authenticated Copy) 5. Certificate of employment from present/previous employer and copy of detailed description of work related to the position applied for, signed by proper authority (if applicant is from outside UP Min) 6. Birth Certificate (PSA Authenticated) 7. Photocopy of trainings attended (as required for the position) 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗼: [email protected] 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: Feb. 08, 2023 – 📍 Mintal, Tugbok District, Davao City. Source: Department of Human Kinetics – UP Mindanao Facebook
https://alum.up.edu.ph/uperdfi-member-levy-espiritu-fetes-upae-most-distinguished-alumnus-award/	UPERDFI Member Levy Espiritu Fetes UPAE Most Distinguished Alumnus Award – UP Alumni Website	UPERDFI Member Levy Espiritu Fetes UPAE Most Distinguished Alumnus Award January 9, 2020 Levy Espiritu (center) receives the award from Dean Ferdie Manegdeg (left) and UPAE President Caccus Berba (right) \| Photo courtesy of Rockfordproductions, Inc. / UPAE We congratulate UPERDFI member Levy Espiritu, CE ’79, for being accorded the Most Distinguished Alumnus Award by the UP Alumni Engineers during the November 16 UPAE Homecoming. Levy is the Chairman & CEO of DATEM, Inc., a leading company in the construction industry, which he and other partners founded in 1984. Emilio “Lilit” Tumbocon, formerly UPERDFI president and chairman, now an Adviser is the incumbent Managing Director for Finance of DATEM. Levy has generously given back to our alma mater. As UPAE President in 2016, he and Lilit (2015 UPAE President) spearheaded the design, fundraising and implementation of the UPAE Study Now Pay Later Program. Levy was also instrumental in establishing the DATEM-ACES Professorial Chair, and the DATEM Study Grants. Their family company, LevyRo Source: UPERDFI Newsletter – December 2019 ([email protected])
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-mindanao-office-of-extension-and-community-service-1-project-staff/	UP Mindanao Office of Extension and Community Service (1 Project Staff) – UP Alumni Website	UP Mindanao Office of Extension and Community Service (1 Project Staff) February 15, 2023 HIRING \| The Office of Extension and Community Service is hiring one (1) Project Staff. Applicants may submit requirements until 22 February 2023. Details in photo.
https://alum.up.edu.ph/prof-rosa-vallejo-1929-2023/	Prof. Rosa M. Vallejo (1929-2023) – UP Alumni Website	Prof. Rosa M. Vallejo (1929-2023) February 6, 2023 We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of former Dean of then UP ILS, Mrs. Rosa Vallejo. Prof. Vallejo passed away peacefully in her sleep yesterday at the age of 93. She was the first recipient of the Professional Regulation Commission Outstanding Professional Librarian of the Year Award in 1994 and she had been a past president of the Philippine Librarians Association (PLAI). She was also the Chairman of the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) 1980 General Conference and the 7th (1987) Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians (CONSAL). Prof. Vallejo was one of the pillars of the library profession in the country and was instrumental in professionalizing librarianship and placing the Philippine library profession on the international stage. Her wake will be at Loyola Commonwealth starting tonight, February 4, 2023 until tomorrow, February 5, 2023, Sunday. UP SLIS will hold a memorial service at Loyola tomorrow from 3PM-5PM; all members of the community are invited to attend. Her cremation will be on February 6, 2023, Monday. Source: UP Library Science Alumni Association – UP LSAA Facebook
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-to-launch-official-email-service-for-its-alumni/	UP to launch official email service for its alumni – UP Alumni Website	UP to launch official email service for its alumni November 2, 2021 The University of the Philippines (UP) is proud of its vast academic community, especially its over 300,000 alumni. They include among their ranks outstanding leaders and professionals in the country and around the world who continue to make their mark in their respective fields. UP is launching its Alumni Email Registration (AER), an online application platform on the UP System Office of Alumni Relations (UP OAR) website. The virtual launch of the AER, dubbed “Let’s KONEK: Taralets!” will be held on November 12, Friday, at 10:00 a.m. Manila standard time, via TVUP’s YouTube channel, and the official UP YouTube and Facebook page. The OAR hopes to bind this global UP community even more closely and keep communication lines between the University and its alumni. The UP alumni email is a service created for bona fide UP alumni who have been verified by the UP OAR. UP alumni are provided with their very own UP alumni email account, @alum.up.edu.ph, which bears the mark of a proud Iskolar ng Bayan and reflects the alumni’s shared membership in the UP community. In addition, the UP alumni email aims to serve as the gateway to many benefits in the University. It has unlimited storage and will be the vehicle for the latest information on University and UP alumni events and opportunities for donation or volunteerism straight to the inbox. The UP alumni email also guarantees that its account-holders receive the monthly Alumni eNewsletter. It will be the keystone in updating the alumni’s personal information in the UP Alumni Database. The UP OAR clarifies that the email account may not be issued to anyone other than the UP alumnus/alumna requesting the service. Only one email account per alumnus/alumna is allowed. The OAR will request periodic status updates from UP alumni to confirm their continued relationship with the University. Be part of the launch of this email service for UP alumni on November 12! Source: https://up.edu.ph/up-to-launch-official-email-service-for-its-alumni/
https://alum.up.edu.ph/pcci-names-cathay-lands-jeffrey-ng-as-47th-pbce-chairman/	PCCI names Cathay Land’s Jeffrey Ng as 47th PBC&E chairman – UP Alumni Website	PCCI names Cathay Land’s Jeffrey Ng as 47th PBC&E chairman October 6, 2021 Jeffrey Ng, president of Cathay Land Inc., is leading the country’s biggest business conference in November, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) announced today. Jeffrey, as he is called by colleagues in business, was unanimously appointed the Chairman of the 47th Philippine Business Conference & Expo (PBC&E) by the PCCI Board of Trustees headed by its President Benedicto V. Yujuico. The PBC&E is an annual summit of the country’s business and industry captains from all over the country. It is a venue for business-to-business, business-to-customers, business-to-government networking. It provides the platform for business leaders, policy makers, and development partners to share and exchange ideas on potentials and challenges facing business and its ecosystem. Each year, the PCCI selects a theme based on trends shaping the development and evolving needs of business and the economy. The theme of this year’s PBC&E is “innovation.ph: Economic Recovery for All.” Discussions will focus on policies and programs to build a strong foundation for a more sustainable and resilient future. Explaining the selection of Mr. Ng, PCCI President Amb. Benedicto Yujuico said, “Jeffrey’s economics background and pioneering business ventures spanning over three decades were the primary consideration in selecting him as Chair of the 47th PBC&E.” Mr. Ng is an Economics Cum Laude graduate of University of the Philippines Diliman with a Master’s Degree in Business Economics at the University of Asia and the Pacific. He is currently President of UP School of Economics Alumni Association (UPSEAA). He is a Board member of Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) and Foundation for Economic Freedom (FEF). He is also the President of Cathay Land, Inc., (developer of South Forbes Golf City), the Astoria Hotels and Resorts, and Cathay Metal Corp. (steel manufacturing). “Jeffrey is visionary in real estate and property development. For instance, he knew early on that the urban sprawl of Metro Manila would extend outside the metropolis, so he ventured in land-banking in the South and developed new thriving townships in Cavite,” Mr. Yujuico added. “I am extremely honored with the appointment and I thank (President) Dickie and the entire PCCI Board for the trust. I am excited to lead the staging of the conference despite and because of the challenging situation we are in. The PBC has always strived to be relevant in raising the concerns of the business sector and bringing about resolutions that would help address these concerns. I am glad we are now seeing a whole of society and whole of government approach as we recover from the pandemic. Hopefully, through the PBC, I can contribute to the putting together of innovative solutions as we recover and build better and smarter,” Mr. Ng said. This year’s conference will be held on Nov. 17-18, 2021. It will present and discuss how Innovation has become a catalyst to reboot the economy and accelerate growth to recover lost grounds and catch up with Ambisyon 2040’s goal for the country to become a middle-income economy in 20 years. Among the highly anticipated segments of the conference is a session with pioneers and global leaders in innovation and technology, and one with the 2022 Presidentiables. The conference will conclude with the presentation of the business sector’s wish list to government. Source: https://www.bworldonline.com/pcci-names-cathay-lands-jeffrey-ng-as-47th-pbce-chair/
https://alum.up.edu.ph/calling-u-p-graduates-of-1960-1970-1980-and-1995/	CALLING U.P. GRADUATES OF 1960, 1970, 1980, AND 1995 – UP Alumni Website	CALLING U.P. GRADUATES OF 1960, 1970, 1980, AND 1995 January 29, 2020 The University of the Philippines Alumni Association (UPAA) calls on this year’s Jubilarians — graduates of 1960 (Diamond), 1970 (Golden), 1980 (Ruby), and 1995 (Silver) — to participate in the ongoing preparations for the annual UP General Alumni Homecoming to be held at Ang Bahay ng Alumni, UP Campus, Diliman, Quezon City, on Saturday, 29 August 2020, at 2:00 P.M. You are invited to the monthly meetings of the UPAA Subcommittee on Jubilarians, chaired and co-chaired by Ms. Yolanda Bello-Pajaro and Ms. Milagros Alipit-de Guzman, respectively. The next meeting will be held at the UPAA Board Room, Ang Bahay ng Alumni, on Tuesday, 11 February 2020, at 2:00 P.M. To confirm your attendance, please contact Ms. Shirley R. Bilbao at (8)920-6868/71/75; (0917)837-2098; or email at [email protected], or visit UPAA at Room 211, Ang Bahay ng Alumni, Magsaysay Avenue, UP Diliman Campus, Quezon City.
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-open-university-senior-network-administrator/	UP Open University (UPOU) ICT Development Office (Senior Network Administrator) – UP Alumni Website	UP Open University (UPOU) ICT Development Office (Senior Network Administrator) February 15, 2023 The UP Open University (UPOU) ICT Development Office is looking to fill up the following positions for our growing and exciting team! – Senior Network Administrator – IT Security Specialist Accepted applicants should be willing to be based at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna, or the UPOU Diliman Mega Learning Hub in Quezon City. If you are interested, the details for each position and the submission requirements are available here: https://ictdo.upou.edu.ph/applynow #Jobs #UPOpenUniversity Source: UP Open University (UPOU) Facebook
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-mindanao-achieves-perfect-passing-rate-at-january-2023-architecture-licensure-exam/	UP Mindanao achieves perfect passing rate at January 2023 Architecture Licensure Exam – UP Alumni Website	UP Mindanao achieves perfect passing rate at January 2023 Architecture Licensure Exam February 3, 2023 The Department of Architecture congratulates the seven BS Architecture alumni who passed the January 2023 Architecture Licensure Exam: Ar. Annie Rose R. Batayola Ar. Clarence C. de Guzman Ar. Dawnelli M. Luar Ar. Earl Jann M. Ociones Ar. Vera Philina M. Romuga Ar. Mia Fatma I. Tilendo Ar. Kenneth D. Viovicente UP Mindanao has achieved a 100% passing yet again, with Ar. Luar placing 7th on the licensure exam. Source: Department of Architecture – UP Mindanao Facebook
https://alum.up.edu.ph/instructor-albert-francis-reginald-treb-t-ramos/	Instructor Albert Francis Reginald “Treb” T. Ramos – UP Alumni Website	Instructor Albert Francis Reginald “Treb” T. Ramos November 2, 2021 The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is deeply saddened over the passing of Instructor Albert Francis Reginald “Treb” T. Ramos (from the Department of Human Kinetics). We pray for the eternal repose of his soul and offer our sympathies and prayers for the bereaved family. Rest in Peace, Albert. Source: UP Mindanao CHSS
https://alum.up.edu.ph/doctor-develops-vco-lagundi-spray-vs-covid-19/	Doctor develops VCO-lagundi spray vs COVID-19 – UP Alumni Website	Doctor develops VCO-lagundi spray vs COVID-19 October 6, 2021 Rainier Allan Ronda – The Philippine Star Photo shows the lagundi or chaste tree, vitex negundo, now being tested as treatment for COVID-19. MANILA, Philippines — A 24-year-old doctor and coconut processing company executive has developed a combined virgin coconut oil (VCO) and lagundi mouth and nasal spray formula that can be a potent protection against – if not potential cure – for COVID-19. Dr. Sterling Tiu, company doctor at his family’s coconut processing business Tropicana Food Products Inc. based in San Pablo City, Laguna, said that the combination of lagundi and VCO addresses both the cough symptoms and viral replication issues in COVID-19 cases. “We’re in the process of applying for a patent,” Tiu told The STAR in an exclusive interview over the weekend. To come up with the potentially new patented product, Tiu had added lagundi to their company’s patented VCO with menthol mouth spray and nasal spray which is enjoying phenomenal sales during the still persisting pandemic. “We’re gonna market it as C-Shield. It’s still gonna be an all-natural product,” Tiu, who earned his medical degree at the University of the Philippines College of Medicine and passed the board exams last November then took his oath in December at the age of 23, said. “Basically the ingredients are all organic, but as far as certifying (it as organic), I do not think it’s necessary,” Tiu said, explaining that the mouth spray will be marketed as a cosmetic product. The nasal spray, he admitted, will need approval from the Food and Drug Administration as a prophylactic. Tiu pointed out that the results of separate clinical studies funded by the Department of Science and Technology on both lagundi and VCO as adjunct therapies for COVID-19 have successfully shown the efficacies of both in addressing respiratory difficulties and viral replication from mild to moderate cases of the coronavirus. He pointed out that lagundi has already established its efficacy as a cough remedy. “Because it is part of the 10 medicinal plants recommended by Department of Health, lagundi has been studied locally for its effects against cough, sipon (colds)… and many scientific studies has shown its good effects in relieving cough symptoms,” Tiu said. “It reduces inflammation, it has antihistamine effects. It relieves cough, it suppresses cough.” And since the plant is readily available locally, they decided to add it for more efficacy to the spray. “VCO, we know through recent studies last year, has been shown to prevent the disease from proceeding from mild to moderate or severe COVID, and also it has helped in the recovery of the mild to moderate COVID patients, to recover more quickly than the control (group) which did not receive virgin coconut oil,” Tiu said. “So with that in mind, we believe virgin coconut oil had helped in fighting the COVID virus,” he said, stressing the importance of the spray’s formulation “because the COVID virus replicates in the upper respiratory epithelium.” He said the product could be effective particularly against breakthrough infections. “So, we wanted to have a product that helps to limit the viral replication in the upper respiratory tract, and thus, we have this new formulation,” Tiu said. Source: https://bit.ly/3iDYiU2
https://alum.up.edu.ph/sr-anastacia-c-perez-ssnd-1936-2020/	Sr. Anastacia C. Perez, SSND (1936-2020) – UP Alumni Website	Sr. Anastacia C. Perez, SSND (1936-2020) February 4, 2020 Sr. Anastacia C. Perez, SSND (1936-2020) Born in the Philippines, Sister Anastacia Baltazar entered the SSND novitiate in Mequon, Wisconsin, in 1968. She spent her first two decades of ministry in Guam, serving as a teacher at Notre Dame High School in Talofofo through 1988. From 1980 – 1983, she also ministered part-time with Provincial services as a Regional Councilor. Sister Anastacia continued her teaching ministry following a period of renewal in the United States, returning to Notre Dame High School, in Talofofo, Guam, then to Fr. Duenas Memorial School in Tai, Guam, through the 2000’s. Returning to the United States, she served at St. Philip Neri elementary school in Milwaukee through 2003. She continued ministry through prayerful presence at Notre Dame of Elm Grove, Elm Grove, Wisconsin, and since 2010 has also served Mount Mary University students as a spiritual mentor. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry degree in 1958 from the University of the Philippines Diliman and received a master’s degree in chemistry from Marquette University in Milwaukee, USA. Source: https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/anastacia-baltazar-obituary?pid=195192304
https://alum.up.edu.ph/upou-ict-development-office-it-security-specialist/	UP Open University (UPOU) ICT Development Office (IT Security Specialist) – UP Alumni Website	UP Open University (UPOU) ICT Development Office (IT Security Specialist) February 15, 2023 The UP Open University (UPOU) ICT Development Office is looking to fill up the following positions for our growing and exciting team! – Senior Network Administrator – IT Security Specialist Accepted applicants should be willing to be based at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna, or the UPOU Diliman Mega Learning Hub in Quezon City. If you are interested, the details for each position and the submission requirements are available here: https://ictdo.upou.edu.ph/applynow #Jobs #UPOpenUniversity Source: UP Open University (UPOU) Facebook
https://alum.up.edu.ph/making-screening-for-diabetic-retinopathy-closer-to-filipino-patients-reach/	Making screening for Diabetic Retinopathy closer to Filipino patients’ reach – UP Alumni Website	Making screening for Diabetic Retinopathy closer to Filipino patients’ reach October 5, 2021 Depicted in films, books, and science fiction stories as a means to bring doom to humans, Artificial Intelligence (AI) actually can significantly change medicine and healthcare. In a report, the World Health Organization (WHO) describes how leveraging AI for healthcare holds great promise or potential. This potential is exactly what Harvard Medical School Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology Dr. Paolo Antonio Silva and his team are exploring with their current project on diabetic retinopathy. Under the Newton Agham Program of the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD) and the United Kingdom Medical Research Council (UK-MRC), Dr. Silva’s team launched the UK-Philippines Remote Retinal Evaluation Collaboration in Health: Diabetic Retinopathy or REACH-DR. On September 21, 2021, the REACH-DR team shared the first successful implementation of a validated AI algorithm in the clinical setting for ophthalmology in the country. Following this significant achievement, Dr. Silva shares their motivation and vision in pursuing the project, and their plans moving forward. Establishing a telemedicine program for diabetic retinopathy Building on AI technologies, the REACH-DR project aims to establish the very first inclusive telemedicine screening program for diabetic retinopathy in the country. “Diabetic retinopathy is the most common complication of diabetes. Despite the availability of highly effective treatment, diabetic retinopathy remains the most common cause of visual loss and blindness among people with diabetes. This emphasizes the need for retinal evaluation.” Dr. Silva explains. “While screening for the disease early on is especially relevant, in-person retinal evaluation in the Philippines is not always possible, due to lack of access to medical facilities that is worsened by geographic, social and cultural constraints.” Deriving inspiration from the success of a DR screening program in the UK, Dr. Silva’s team set out to launch a similar project here in 2019. “One of the greatest success stories in diabetes eye care is the United Kingdom’s National Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Programme. In 2014, for the first time in five decades, diabetic retinopathy was no longer the leading cause of legal blindness in the working-age population in England and Wales, due to the early detection of diabetic retinopathy by screening, along with improved control of blood sugar levels.” The team aims to implement a national DRSP in the country by completing three phases: 1) developing the necessary infrastructure by analyzing and validating existing telemedicine technology, 2) adapting the selected technologies into the Philippine setting, and 3) completing the technology transfer to the Philippine stakeholders. If successful, “the UK REACH DR program will help to identify eyes at high risk for losing sight, and this will have a direct benefit for individuals,” Dr. Silva says. “An additional benefit will be the promotion of awareness for the need for eye evaluations which will significantly improve the overall level of eye care and reduce the risk of diabetes-related visual loss among people with diabetes,” he added. The first validated AI algorithm in the clinical setting for ophthalmology in PH Now in its third year of implementation, the project achieved a significant milestone last week. “September 21, 2021, marks the first use of a validated artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm in a clinical setting for ophthalmology in the Philippines,” Dr. Silva shares. “Our REACH-DR team with the use of AI has successfully performed and completed diabetic retinopathy screening in a target community in Nueva Ecija to identify diabetic retinopathy and other vision-threatening retinal diseases.” This development is a step closer to increasing access to retinal screening, which will pave the way for timely and accurate diabetic retinopathy detection. “Evaluating retinal images is a highly skilled process, which requires training, continuous quality control, and maintenance of a specialized skill set. As trained retinal image readers are costly and difficult to train with limited numbers worldwide, it has become a necessity to seek automation processes in ocular telemedicine to increase throughput while maintaining cost-effectiveness and accuracy.” The project will run until next year, June 2022, with the completion of the screening of the target population and is expected to provide the framework for the future implementation of diabetic retinopathy screening programs in the Philippines. With the nearing completion of the project, Dr. Silva highlights how conducting health research provides “opportunities to answer dilemmas unaddressed for many years.” “Health research changes lives and makes the world we live in much better than it is,” he says. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Dr. Paolo Antonio S. Silva is a staff ophthalmologist and the chief of telemedicine at the Beetham Eye Institute of the Joslin Diabetes Center. He is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School and a research collaborator and faculty at the Philippine Eye Research Institute. Source: https://bit.ly/3uFaZ5X
https://alum.up.edu.ph/cem-alumni-bag-kabataang-agribiz-awards/	CEM alumni bag Kabataang Agribiz awards – UP Alumni Website	CEM alumni bag Kabataang Agribiz awards November 2, 2021 CEM Excellence! This is best used to describe the five BS Agribusiness Management (BS ABM)c graduates who have been named provincial winners of the Department of Agriculture’s Young Farmers’ 1Challenge: Kabataang Agribiz. BSABM is a degree program under CEM or the College of Economics and Management. Kabataang Agribiz is an assistance program designed as a competition for individuals aged 18-30 that provides cash grants for business ventures that are viable and feasible. This program also aims to encourage more youth to take up careers in the field of agribusiness entrepreneurship. The five CEM alumni, namely: Maria Alexia R. Belarmino, Giana Bianca S. Carpena, Stella Faye Estrella, Karlene Ann M. Ebora, and Claudette Anne E. Aguila secured cash grants for their projects focused on bringing a fresh, entrepreneurial approach to farming. Belarmino, Carpena, and Estrella’s Harvest Leaf Hydroponics Farm project received a PhP 150,000 grant. Based in San Pablo, Laguna, this initiative makes use of hydroponics technology and social media to sustainably bring healthy produce to households. Karlene Ebora, with Karlo Ray M. Ebora – also from UPLB – won PhP 100,000 for their project K.Hop Rabbitry that focuses on rabbit raising for meat production. Claudette Aguila and her business partner, Ralph Zeus J. Recio, also won PhP 100,000 for their Simula Harvest venture which offers ready-to-eat salad mixes and salad components. Besides the five provincial winners, someUPLB students also participated in the: Aaron V. Ogot (Honeybee-han), Kelvin Michael A. Crystal (Baryo Kape), Earl Erinel C. Ison (ECI Deals Foods and Rabbitry), Junelle V. Adrias (Smart Link), and Geneva Mae L. Cabrera (G.C. Kabuteria Chips).(Kristel Hope Villafuerte) Source: https://uplb.edu.ph/all-news/cem-alumni-bag-kabataang-agribiz-awards/
https://alum.up.edu.ph/top-7-in-architecture-exam-hopes-to-build-better-home-for-family/	Top 7 in architecture exam hopes to build better home for family – UP Alumni Website	Top 7 in architecture exam hopes to build better home for family February 3, 2023 Krizzy S. Daugdaug ARCHITECT Dawnelli Mahomoc Luar, who dreams to have a better home for her family, recently placed seventh in the January 2023 Licensure Examination for Architects, garnering a score of 82.30 percent. “Maybe naa sa akong (because of my) inner desire siguro is to live in a better living condition, so I think isa to siya sa rason nako nga magpili og architecture (it’s one of the reasons why I chose to study architecture),” Luar told SunStar Davao in an online interview Thursday, February 2, 2023. Luar grew up in an informal settlement in Bislig, Surigao del Sur. Despite the place she grew up in, she said they were still able to live comfortably as a family and harmoniously with their neighbors. For the University of the Philippines-Mindanao (UP-Min) graduate, it was not easy getting to where she is right now as she deals with losing her home, Covid-19, and the postponement of the exam. Luar graduated in 2018 but she needs to work for two years in an architectural firm to be able to take the licensure exam. However, Covid-19 struck in 2020, postponing the exams for two years. She remained in Davao City and continued her review. Before taking the exams in 2023, she had to skip the examination in 2021 and 2022. In 2021, she opted not to take the exam due to the requirements she needed to comply with. Luar also said she was not ready to take the exam in the same year. This was also a tough year for her as she had to deal with losing a home after it burned down. “Sakit na mawad-an imong nadak-an nga lugar, tapos nawala na tanan, since bata pa gyud ko, pila na katuig nagpuyo didto tapos comfortable naka sa imong mga kauban (It’s very painful to lose the place that you grew up in),” Luar said, adding that they had to temporarily live with their relatives. In 2022, she got sick, which affected her review. “Then I got sick, siguro Covid-19 to, dako kaayo siya’g impact kay kasakit tapos dili maka-focus, (I think I got Covid-19, which affected by review because I could not focus),” Luar said. Luar said that during her review, she experienced loneliness and burnout. Thankfully she had friends to help her get through the tough times. “Dako kaayo og tabang nga makig-uban ka with friends kay makapangutana mo, magtinabangay mo, magpinangutan-anay at naa kay karamay sa imuhang ma-feel na maka-relate gyud sa imuha ba, nga pareha mo og ginaigian (It is a big help to have friends whom you can ask help from, talk with, or going through the same patch),” she said. When 2023 came, Luar said it would be her make-or-break-it year. “Karun 2023, gi-set na gyud nako sa akong mind na mag-take na gyud ko kay last chance na nako ni kay kapila nako nag-defer (This 2023 had my mind set to take the exam because this will be my last chance since I deferred it several times),” she said. Eventually, her hardwork and determination paid off after passing the exam with flying colors and placing seventh overall. Now that she’s a licensed architect, she plans to build a house for her family and to learn more about architecture from experts in the field. Meanwhile, UP-Min garnered a 100 percent passing rate wherein all seven first-time examinees passed the licensure exam. Other Davao City schools also performed with flying colors. The University of the Immaculate Conception also earned a 100 percent passing rate, with both examinees passing. Ateneo de Davao University earned a 71.93 percent passing rate with 41 passers front he total 57 examinees. Of this, 36 were first-time takers while 13 were repeat takers. The University of Mindanao in Davao City had a 53.09 percent passing rate wherein 43 examinees passed out of the total 81 takers. Of this, 46 were first-timers and 35 were repeaters. KSD with ICM Source: https://www.sunstar.com.ph/article/1952454
https://alum.up.edu.ph/courtesy-call-of-upaaa-president-to-president-concepcion/	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.
https://alum.up.edu.ph/water-climate-change-expert-appointed-to-denr/	Water, climate change expert appointed to DENR – UP Alumni Website	Water, climate change expert appointed to DENR February 15, 2023 NIGS.SCIENCE.UPD.EDU PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. has appointed a geologist with expertise on water and climate change as undersecretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). In an appointment letter dated Dec. 28 and made public on Feb. 14, the president appointed Carlos Primo C. David as DENR undersecretary for scientific and technical services. Mr. David earlier served as a convenor and trustee of the Albert del Rosario Institute, which provides strategic solutions to domestic governance, socio-economic, and other policy concerns. He was also a convenor of the Philippine Business for Environmental Stewardship and is a member of the panel of experts of the Climate Change Commission. He also previously worked as executive director of the Department of Science and Technology Philippine Council for Industry, Energy, and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DoST-PCIEERD). He was also one of the project leaders of DoST’s Nationwide Operational Assessment of Hazards (NOAH) Program, which is now under the University of the Philippines. The geologist is the son of Randall “Randy” S. David, a journalist and sociologist who is a vocal critic of the Marcos administration. The newly appointed undersecretary completed his doctorate in environmental science and geology from Stanford University in 2003. He is also a geology professor at the University of the Philippines. — John Victor D. Ordoñez Source: https://www.bworldonline.com/the-nation/2023/02/14/504853/water-climate-change-expert-appointed-to-denr/
https://alum.up.edu.ph/new-upaa-iloilo-officers-to-support-more-upv-scholars-during-pandemic/	New UPAA Iloilo Officers to Support More UPV Scholars During Pandemic – UP Alumni Website	New UPAA Iloilo Officers to Support More UPV Scholars During Pandemic November 3, 2021 GC Castro, UPV OAR UPAA Iloilo Chapter BOD 2021-2022 UPAA Iloilo Chapter BOD 2021-2022 take oath. UPV Chancellor Camposano, inducting officer. The new set of officers for the UP Alumni Association Iloilo Chapter Board of Directors took oath last October 29, 2021. The simple program was held at the UP Visayas Little Theater. UPAA-IC President, Mr. John Evaristo Canonero Sworn in as new President was Mr. John Evaristo R. Cañonero; as Vice President, Ms. Consuelo R. Geduspan; as Secretary, Ms. Tina Marie H. Sison; as Assistant Secretary, Atty. James. L. Kho; as Treasurer, Ms. Marianne E. Ganzon; as Assistant Treasurer, Mr. Dex Jesson T. Belleza; as Auditor, Mr. Michael Francis D. Villa; as PIO, Ms. Junel Anne P. Divinagracia; as Sgt.-at-Arms, Atty. Arnold G. Diaz; and as Legal Officer, Atty. Rene John V. Nunez. UPV Chancellor Clement Castigador Camposano Mr. Jayvee Lorenzo G. Falcis, Mr. Denis J. Jaleco, Atty. Shiella P. Olid, Mr. Michael Reginald F. Sardua, and, Atty. Dennis D.J. Guevara (immediate past president) were likewise sworn in as members of the board. UPV Chancellor Clement C. Camposano served as the inducting officer. President Canoñero said the UPAA-IC will now focus more on the UPV scholars. “We dare to dream of a sustainable scholarship program for deserving students to help them cope with the financial and emotional challenges during these trying times,” he added. UPV Most Outstanding Professionals for 2020 and 2021. Oblation Trophies for UPV Most Outstanding Professionals, and outgoing UPAA-IC officers UPAA-IC also formally awarded the UPV Most Outstanding Professionals for 2020 and 2021 announced in the recently concluded UPV Alumni Zoomcoming 2021 Virtual Homecoming held last August. Oblation Trophies and certificates were given to the awardees. Awardees for 2020 include Ms. Ma. Estela V. Varua in the field of Economics and Social Sciences, Atty. Ernesto V. Perez in the field of Governance/Public Administration, Mr. Erel B. Narida in the field of Business Administration and Entrepreneurship, Prof. Melani J. Padilla in the field of Education, and Dr. Teodoro L. Jardeleza in the field of Health and Medicine. Awardee Judge Cyril Regalado The 2021 awardees are Mr. Benjamin J. Gonzales in the field of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences, Mr. Jimeno M. Damaso (posthumous), in the field of Economics and Social Sciences, Mr. Mariano V. Araneta, Jr., in the field of Business Administration and Entrepreneurship, Judge Cyril R. Regalado, in the field of Law and Judiciary, and Vice Admiral Giovanni Carlo J. Bacordo in the field of Governance/Public Administration. Outgoing UPAA-IC officers were also recognized. Dr. Ray L. Alindong, Ms. Consuelo R. Geduspan, Mr. John Guidon Macciri I. Dela Cruz, Mr. Antonio Jose T. Evidente, and Ms. Janette Gay M. Panaganiban were given the Oblation trophy for their 3-year service. Outgoing UPAA-IC President, Atty. Dennis Guevara Outgoing president Atty. Guevara distributed Presidential Awards to recognize the efforts of the various alumni, alumni groups, and institutions who became active partners to UPAA-IC in their civic action and other programs throughout the year. Among the awardees were UP Fight! (UPAAIC and iAmUPHi), Dr. Marovi A. Celis, Mr. Rodel Castro, the UPV Office of Alumni Relations, and Chancellor Camposano. UPV OAR DIrector Rey Carlo T. Gonzales Ms. Elaine Logronio-Monserate Also in attendance were Director Rey Carlo Gonzales of the Office of Alumni Relations, Director Julie Prescott of the Information and Publication Office, UPV officials, personnel, and alumni. Ms. Elaine Logronio-Monserate, a faculty of the Humanities, served as the event’s Master of Ceremonies. UPAA IC is the regional chapter of UP Alumni Association for the whole of Iloilo Province. If you wish to become a member or would like to co-organize activities, send them an email through [email protected].
https://alum.up.edu.ph/prof-zenaida-p-buenaflor-1932-2023/	Prof. Zenaida P. Buenaflor (1932-2023) – UP Alumni Website	Prof. Zenaida P. Buenaflor (1932-2023) February 2, 2023 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Prof. Zenaida P. Buenaflor, former UP High School in Iloilo Principal and highly esteemed professor of Economics, History, and Social Science. She joined UP Visayas on June 1, 1973 and became Chair of the Division of Professional Education from June 30, 1986 to May 31, 1989. During the course of her productive teaching career, Prof. Buenaflor also taught in the Graduate Program of the University. Her colleagues and students remember her as a devoted educator. Prof. Buenaflor’s remains can be viewed at the Loyola Memorial Chapels, Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City. Source: University of the Philippines Visayas Facebook
https://alum.up.edu.ph/courtesy-call-of-fupfa-and-upaasf-to-president-concepcion/	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.
https://alum.up.edu.ph/former-msu-president-ahmad-alonto-jr-passes-away/	Former MSU president Ahmad Alonto, Jr. passes away – UP Alumni Website	Former MSU president Ahmad Alonto, Jr. passes away October 4, 2021 By: Ryan D. Rosaur Photo from Facebook of Abdulgani Macatoman ILIGAN CITY—The former president of the Mindanao State University (MSU), Dr. Ahmad Domocao Engracia Alonto Jr., died on Friday, Oct. 1, the university and his family announced. “The MSU administration, constituents, and community would like to express deepest condolences and sympathy to the family of former MSU President Ahmad Domocao “Jun” Alonto Jr., who has just returned to his Creator,” said a statement from MSU on Friday. In a social media post, Trade Undersecretary Abdulgani Macatoman, his son-in-law, said that before he died on Friday morning, Alonto had been “frail” in the past weeks. Alonto was part of the then surging anti-Marcos democratic forces in the 1980s. He took the helm of MSU in 1986, right after the uprising that swept President Corazon Aquino into power. He was eventually appointed to a regular term as president from 1987 to 1992. Alonto is the son of the late Sen. Ahmad Domocao A. Alonto Sr., an eminent Maranao politician who authored, among many others, the MSU charter. He is the brother of former Lanao del Sur Gov. Soraya Alonto-Adiong. In 2001, Alonto was part of the negotiating panel of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front chaired by its then military chief Murad Ebrahim that carried out peace talks with the government after President Joseph Estrada’s all-out war a year earlier. Alonto was an agriculturist, earning his agriculture degrees from the Mindanao Institute of Technology (now University of Southern Mindanao) in Kabacan, Cotabato, and the University of the Philippines in Los Baños. Source: https://bit.ly/3owE42f
https://alum.up.edu.ph/humanitarian-careers-for-women-at-icrc-career-webinar/	Humanitarian Careers for Women at ICRC (CAREER WEBINAR) – UP Alumni Website	Humanitarian Careers for Women at ICRC (CAREER WEBINAR) February 16, 2023 At the ICRC, women play a pivotal role in strategic leadership and operational delivery of our mission globally. 🗓️ On Wednesday, 8 March 2023, at 12 pm CET, we invite you to join a panel of female leaders working at the ICRC across the globe as they talk about humanitarian career opportunities within the ICRC. You will hear from us on the following topics: Invaluable contribution of women in shaping our history, activities, and who we are today The ICRC’s approach and main goals for diversity and inclusion in 2023 and beyond Stories of our colleagues and their experiences working for the ICRC How you can join and make a difference in the humanitarian field Roundtable, an opportunity to ask your questions directly to our speakers! Don’t miss an opportunity to hear the stories of our female colleagues from diverse backgrounds. Let’s celebrate diversity together 🎉 Here is the link: https://bit.ly/3IwqJ3X
https://alum.up.edu.ph/prof-connie-manuel-lim-1955-2023/	Prof. Connie Manuel-Lim (1955-2023) – UP Alumni Website	Prof. Connie Manuel-Lim (1955-2023) February 2, 2023 The faculty, staff, and students of the UP Visayas community mourn the passing of Prof. Connie Manuel-Lim, who formerly taught Mathematics under the Division of Physical Sciences and Mathematics. Her students fondly remember her as a loving, highly intelligent, and dedicated teacher who was admired by many. Prof. Manuel-Lim was a devoted wife to Elmer Philip V. Lim and mother to her brilliant daughters Natania, Thessa, and Kristina. She was a doting grandmother to five grandchildren and loving sister to Ma. Evelyn Manuel-Jimena and Vivian Manuel-Cañonero. Rest in peace, Prof. Lim. Source: University of the Philippines Visayas Facebook
https://alum.up.edu.ph/dr-rogelio-d-colting-1951-2021/	Dr. Rogelio D. Colting (1951-2021) – UP Alumni Website	Dr. Rogelio D. Colting (1951-2021) November 8, 2021 ROGELIO DULAY COLTING (February 5, 1951-October 17, 2021) BS Agriculture (Soil Science), 1974 UPLB MS Soil Science 1981 UPLB PhD Soil Science 1988 UPLB Dr. Colting is a son of the Ibaloi tribe of Tublay, Benguet. He is the first in his tribe to graduate at UP Los Baños (UPLB) and become President of Benguet State University (BSU). He studied at UPLB through scholarships as a son of WWII Veteran, the BSU-Ford Foundation, and PCAARRD. After a year’s stint with Benpres Holdings Corp. in Negros Occidental, he returned to his high school alma mater BSU where he spent his lifetime of public service of almost 40 years (1977-2015). He started as Instructor and retired as University Professor, the first at BSU. He became Department Chair for Soil Science, Dean of Graduate School, Director of the Institute of Highland Farming Systems and Agroforestry, and Vice President for Research and Extension. With his commendable management style, he was elected and reappointed by the Board of Regents as fourth BSU President (July 1, 2003-December 6, 2011). His Student First Policy and capacity-building initiatives for employees had excellent domino effect in achieving the four-fold functions of the university. During his first term, BSU attained SUC Level IV in 2007, the highest category of SUC Levelling by CHED and DBM that elevated BSU into the elite group of Top 20 Performing SUCs with SUC Level IV status. As a Soil Scientist and BSU President, his desire to rehabilitate degraded farm soils and his advocacy to eliminate pesticide pollution was realized. He made a bold decision to declare BSU in 2004 as pro Organic Agriculture University despite pessimism from various sectors. A comprehensive BSU Organic Agriculture (OA) Program was developed that included the offering of Organic Agriculture as a major field in BS Agriculture, now adopted by other SUCs. The establishment of certified OA Demo Farm and production areas, and delivery of free trainings have convinced many farmers to shift to organic farming. In 2007, the Institute for Marketecology (IMO) based in Switzerland certified BSU as producer and processor of Arabica Coffee, the first in the country. To institutionalize OA, a Regional OA Congress was conducted in 2006, a Cordillera Organic Agriculture Development Center (COADC) was established in 2009. In 2015, a National OA Scientific Congress started with him becoming founding president of the Organic Agriculture Society of the Philippines (OASP). Some sectors say that Roger is the Father of OA in Benguet. With the BSU-OA Program being adopted in various LGUs in the country, the concept became a working paper in the framing of the Organic Agriculture Act (RA10086) in 2010. And, when the National Organic Agriculture Board (NOAB) was created, Dr. Colting was chosen as the first representative of the academic sector. After his retirement, he worked with the Diocese of Baguio and helped organized and became Technical Consultant of Our Farmers’ Haven (OFH) Federation, Inc., a group of organic farmers in Benguet forging partnerships with various markets such as Healthy Options in Metro Manila. Dr. Colting is also considered as the bastion in the establishment of the Benguet Agri-Pinoy Trading Center (BAPTC), the biggest in the country. In 2010, he convinced the university Board of Regents to allot four hectares of land for the project to support the agriculture industry in Benguet and nearby provinces. He also convinced Pres. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to fund a Vegetable Processing Center to process excess market supply into enriched vegetable noodles and other products. In addition, an Agri-technology-based Industry funded by the Japanese government was established and enabled young farmers to learn how to start a business and be competitive. Dr. Colting is a recipient of various awards, foremost is the Highest Commendation for Outstanding Performance as University President by the Board of Regents (Res. No. 2012, s. 2011). He was UPLB-CA Outstanding Alumni, was a Benguet Province Leadership Awardee, and had Achievement Awards in Soil Science and in Research Management. He is Grand Knight (4th degree) of the Knights of Columbus, a member of UP Kappa Phi Sigma Honor Society, and a PAARRFI Chair Holder in Soil Science Research. Soka University in Japan bestowed him the Highest Honor Award for his outstanding contribution to the promotion of higher education and advancement of culture. He was officer of various organizations such as UPLB Baguio-Benguet Alumni Association, Cordillera History Society (founder), Philippine Society of Soil Science and Technology, Philippine Fruit Association and Crop Science Society of the Philippines. On October 18, 2021, BSU hosted a virtual wake to Dr. Colting, to pay tribute to a soft spoken, calm and deeply passionate man who served communities with humility. Dr. Colting is survived by his wife Lita P. Molitas (UPLB alumna: BS Agriculture 1975, MS Entomology, 1987, and PhD Entomology 1998) with three children, Job Rogelio, and two UPLB alumna: Gretchen Shagami Colting-Hudson (BS DevCom 2001 and DComm 2016, UPOU), and Clarice Shalumai Colting-Pulumbarit (BS Bio 2001 and MS EnviSci, 2015); and six grandchildren: Aivien Shudimai, Lila Shalumi, Gael Luntian, Ramone Rogelio, Sebastian Rogelio, and Keagan Malik. 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https://alum.up.edu.ph/in-memoriam-up-video-tribute/	In MEMORIAM UP Video Tribute – UP Alumni Website	In MEMORIAM UP Video Tribute July 6, 2020 A video tribute dedicated to those who have succumbed to COVID-19.
https://alum.up.edu.ph/dr-cesar-g-tapia-73/	Dr. Cesar G. Tapia, 73 – UP Alumni Website	Dr. Cesar G. Tapia, 73 October 4, 2021 Tapia. Photo from the UPD Institute of Mathematics Facebook page Retired mathematics professor Cesar G. Tapia, PhD passed away on Sept. 21. He was 73. Tapia worked in UP as instructor at the then Department (now Institute) of Mathematics (IM) immediately after he earned his bachelor’s degree in mathematics in 1970. There he stayed up until his retirement in 2012 with the rank of Professor 12. Tapia handled courses on linear programming, non-linear programming, integer programming and combinatorial optimization, dynamic programing, and numerical analysis. As UP administrator, Tapia served as UP Diliman (UPD) assistant university registrar, and was college secretary of the College of Arts and Sciences. At the College of Science, he was associate dean for administration and chair of the Computer Research System Committee that set-up the Computational Science Research Center (CSRC). The CSRC is a facility that provides computing support to researchers and graduate students engaged in information system development, algebraic computations for modeling, and simulations. According to the IM Facebook post, Tapia was IM program head for operations research for many years. He served as affiliate at the UP College of Business Administration and the UP Technology Management Center. Tapia has published numerous papers in operations research and mathematical programming, and has been awarded multiple times. Among his awards were the 1998 Philamlife Insurance Company Chair for Professor of Mathematics, the 1995 PNOC DJ Professorial Chair in Science, and the1995 Outstanding Published Research, UP Diliman Chancellor’s Award. Tapia earned his master of science in mathematics (1976) and his PhD in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (Operations Research, 1991) from UPD and University of New South Wales, Australia, respectively. He had post-graduate studies at the Université Scientifique et Médicale, Grenoble, France (1981-1982), University of London (1977-1978), and the University of Bucharest (1976-1977). He also had post-doctoral studies at McGill University, Montreal, Canada from January to May 1992. Source: https://upd.edu.ph/tapia-73/
https://alum.up.edu.ph/francis-toral-named-new-head-of-abs-cbn-news/	Francis Toral named new head of ABS-CBN News – UP Alumni Website	Francis Toral named new head of ABS-CBN News February 16, 2023 ABS-CBN has appointed Mary Anne Francis Toral as the new head of ABS-CBN News, succeeding Regina “Ging” Reyes. Nadia Trinidad is News Digital Media head; Baroy Morga appointed as ANC head ABS-CBN has appointed Mary Anne Francis Toral as the new head of ABS-CBN News, succeeding Regina “Ging” Reyes who retired on December 31, 2022. Prior to her appointment, Francis served as ABS-CBN’s News Production head and was instrumental in the successful 2022 Halalan marathon coverage. She also led ABS-CBN News’ DocuCentral group that produced several award-winning documentaries, including “Di Ka Pasisiil,” a documentary on the Marawi siege that won a Gold World Medal in the New York Festivals – World’s Best TV & Films in 2018. During her tenure as ABS-CBN head of Breaking News and Live Events, Francis was also responsible for the special coverage of the Visit of Pope Francis to the Philippines in 2015 and “PILIPINAS 2016,” the Presidential Town Hall Debate held in Pangasinan. Francis, a 25-year veteran of ABS-CBN News, rose from the ranks and produced various programs including “The World Tonight” with Angelo Castro Jr. and Tina Monzon Palma, “Talkback” with Tina Monzon Palma, and “Beyond Politics” with Lynda Jumilla. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of the Philippines with a degree in Broadcast Communication in 1998. In 2009, Francis was awarded the Benigno and Corazon Aquino Fellowship by the United States Embassy in Manila. Meanwhile, Nadia Trinidad has been appointed as News Digital Media head, and will now be responsible for ABS-CBN News Online and its digital news properties. Nadia was previously the head of the ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC) prior to her new appointment. She began her career as a reporter and news advisory anchor for Studio 23 and eventually took on bigger roles including being the North America Bureau chief in 2011, News Production head in 2013, and managing director in 2021. Nadia is a Communication graduate of Ateneo De Manila University and holds a postgraduate degree from Stanford University as a John S. Knight Journalism Fellow. She succeeds Lynda Jumilla who retired last December 31 after serving as news digital head for three years. A veteran broadcast journalist, Lynda was named the Marshall McLuhan fellow in 2012 by the Embassy of Canada in the Philippines. She was the anchor of “Beyond Politics” on ANC and previously served as ABS-CBN chief of reporters. Taking the helm as the new ANC head is Alvaro Dan “Baroy” Morga. He will be in-charge of ANC’s content production and lead its editorial production teams. He previously served as ABS-CBN News’ head of Strategy and New Business. Baroy graduated with a degree in Economics from Ateneo De Manila University. For other updates, follow @ABSCBNPR on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok or visit www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom. Source: https://www.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/news-releases/2023/2/13/francis-toral-new-head-abscbn-news
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-visayas-institute-of-aquaculture-college-of-fisheries-and-ocean-sciences-university-research-associate-ii/	UP Visayas Institute of Aquaculture, College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (University Research Associate II) – UP Alumni Website	UP Visayas Institute of Aquaculture, College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (University Research Associate II) February 1, 2023 NOTICE OF VACANCY: Office/Unit/College: Institute of Aquaculture, College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences Position Title: University Research Associate II Plantilla Item No.: UPSB-UNIRA2-314-1998 Salary/Job/Pay Grade: SG-14 Monthly Salary: P33,843.00 Deadline: 16 February 2023 For more details: https://www.upv.edu.ph/index.php/employment Source: University of the Philippines Visayas Facebook
https://alum.up.edu.ph/upd-gets-100-in-nutritionist-dietitian-boards/	UPD gets 100% in nutritionist-dietitian boards – UP Alumni Website	UPD gets 100% in nutritionist-dietitian boards November 8, 2021 All five UP Diliman (UPD) examinees in the October 2021 Nutritionist-Dietitian Licensure Examination passed, with two entering the top five. Mark Anthony Arlante whose 90.15 percent rating and Samantha Roque’s 89.95 percent rating landed them in third and fourth place, respectively. Joining them are Denise Claire Baltazar, Klaris Andrea Agcaoili, and Jose Raphael Sanchez. According to the Professional Regulation Commission, 305 out of 528 passed the examination given by the Board of Nutrition and Dietetics in Manila, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, and Zamboanga this October 2021. “The UP Department of Food Science and Nutrition proudly congratulates the BS Community Nutrition Batch of 2020 for the 100 percent passing rate in the recently concluded 2021 Nutritionist-Dietitian Licensure Exam (NDLE),” the College of Home Economics Department of Food Science and Nutrition said on Oct. 22. Source: https://upd.edu.ph/upd-gets-100-in-nutritionist-dietitian-boards/
https://alum.up.edu.ph/call-for-respondents-survey-on-the-proposed-master-of-arts-in-writing-and-literature/	Call for Respondents: Survey on the Proposed Master of Arts in Writing and Literature – UP Alumni Website	Call for Respondents: Survey on the Proposed Master of Arts in Writing and Literature February 16, 2023 The BA English (Creative Writing) program of UP Mindanao is currently conducting a survey for the implementation of the Master of Arts in Writing and Literature (MAWL). The survey aims to determine the feasibility of offering a master’s degree in creative writing and literary studies in Mindanao. We hope to gather sufficient data from respondents, preferably based in Mindanao. If you are a graduate or a graduating student from any degree program, we would like you to answer the survey to help us evaluate and improve the proposed graduate degree program. The survey will only take ten (10) minutes of your time. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mx. Anthony Maluya ([email protected]) or Prof. John Bengan ([email protected]) Access the survey here: http://tiny.cc/MAWL_Survey
https://alum.up.edu.ph/carillon-in-memoriam/	Carillon In Memoriam – UP Alumni Website	Carillon In Memoriam July 6, 2020 Carillon 2019 Carillon 2018 Carillon 2017
https://alum.up.edu.ph/dr-luis-maria-r-calingo-1955-2021/	Dr. Luis Maria R. Calingo (1955-2021) – UP Alumni Website	Dr. Luis Maria R. Calingo (1955-2021) October 2, 2021 It is with deep sadness that the Board of Trustees of Holy Angel University announces the passing of the University’s ninth President, DR. LUIS MARIA R. CALINGO on the first day of October, two thousand and twenty-one, on the eve of the Feast of the Holy Guardian Angels. The HAU administration, faculty, employees, students and alumni express their sincerest condolences to the bereaved family and friends of Dr. Calingo and join everyone in praying for the eternal repose of his soul. Please join the University in a Prayer Service for Dr. Calingo on October 3, 5:00 PM to be livestreamed on HAU’s Facebook and Youtube accounts. “And I heard a voice of heaven saying, ‘Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord, for they rest from their labours, and their works do follow them.'” ― Revelation 14:13 Those who wish to express their condolences and share fond memories of the departed president may do so in the conversation thread on this post. In lieu of flowers, please send your donations to BPI Account No. 9683 0123 32 for the HAU Scholarship Funds. Please wait for further announcements and details. Source: Holy Angel University FB page
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-visayas-institute-of-aquaculture-college-of-fisheries-and-ocean-sciences-university-researcher-ii/	UP Visayas Institute of Aquaculture, College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (University Researcher II) – UP Alumni Website	UP Visayas Institute of Aquaculture, College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (University Researcher II) February 1, 2023 NOTICE OF VACANCY: Office/Unit/College: Institute of Aquaculture, College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences Position Title: University Researcher II Plantilla Item No.: UPSB-UNIR2-244-1998 Salary/Job/Pay Grade: SG-18 Monthly Salary: P46,725.00 Deadline: 16 February 2023 For more details: https://www.upv.edu.ph/index.php/employment Source: University of the Philippines Visayas Facebook
https://alum.up.edu.ph/uplb-oar-uplbaa-conclude-uplb-alumni-industry-summit-webinar-series/	UPLB OAR, UPLBAA conclude UPLB-Alumni-Industry Summit webinar series – UP Alumni Website	UPLB OAR, UPLBAA conclude UPLB-Alumni-Industry Summit webinar series November 10, 2021 The Office of Alumni Relations (OAR), in partnership with the UPLB Alumni Association (UPLBAA), concluded the six-part UPLB-Alumni-Industry Summit webinar series entitled “Academe-Alumni-Industry Linkages: What UPLB Can Offer.” on Nov. 5 via video conference. The last installment of the webinar series was opened with Dr. Cristino M. Collado, summit over-all chair, discussing the highlights of the past webinars and what will be discussed in sixth and last installment. The first panelist, Dr. Marilyn B. Brown, director of the National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology or BIOTECH, discussed the overview of the institute’s history, programs, and innovative technologies. She highlighted how BIOTECH products aim to improve the quality of life of Filipinos. Dean Marlo D. Mendoza of the College of Forestry and Natural Resources (CFNR) introduced the College; its vision, mission, core competencies, and technologies. He also talked about the areas of concern that CFNR will move into in the future which include nanotechnology, biocomposites, engineered bamboo, bioenergy, and green building design. The dean of the College of Engineering and Agro-Industrial Technology (CEAT), Dr. Rossana Marie C. Amongo, for her part, introduced CEAT and what it can offer. She mentioned CEAT’s vision, mission, the technologies it has developed, as well as the process flow of technology generation. After the talk of the panelists, the floor was opened for questions that included concerns about technology, commercialization, and policies. Dr. Maria Claret L. Tsuchiya, a faculty member at the Institute of Biological Sciences, reiterated in her synthesis that the vision, mission, and mandates of the three units are similar as they all want to produce graduates who can achieve excellence in the field of natural resources. She also talked about UPLB technologies’ strengths and their challenges. UPLBAA President Mauro W. Barradas ended the webinar by stating how the graduates should be encouraged to become entrepreneurs with the technologies they have in UPLB. The webinar series was a prelude to the first-ever UPLB-Alumni-Industry Summit on Nov. 6. Videos of the webinars and the summit may be viewed on the OAR FB page (fb.com/UPLBAlumniRelations). Kyle Ramiel Dalangin Source: https://bit.ly/3kmHQbP
https://alum.up.edu.ph/uy-named-new-neda-undersecretary/	Uy named new NEDA undersecretary – UP Alumni Website	Uy named new NEDA undersecretary February 23, 2023 Louella Desiderio – The Philippine Star Uy took her oath as undersecretary for legislative affairs before NEDA Secretary Arsenio Balisacan last Tuesday at the agency’s headquarters in Pasig City. MANILA, Philippines — Former Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) director Krystal Lyn Tan Uy has been named as new undersecretary at the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA). Uy took her oath as undersecretary for legislative affairs before NEDA Secretary Arsenio Balisacan last Tuesday at the agency’s headquarters in Pasig City. Uy will serve as the supervising officer of the Legislative Liaison Office and the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Secretariat, which serves as a consultative and advisory body to the President on programs and policies to realize goals for the economy. The NEDA serves as the principal LEDAC Secretariat. Part of Uy’s duties is to articulate the NEDA’s position on legislative bills, as well as to develop and implement the agency’s legislative agenda. She will also be undertaking policy research, monitor the bills, and be responsible in maintaining a close relationship between the NEDA and the Congress. Before joining NEDA, Uy was the director of the Mergers and Acquisitions Office at the PCC. She is also lecturer at the University of the Philippines – College of Law, specializing in competition and innovation law.
https://alum.up.edu.ph/victor-a-lim-pioneer-advocate-of-ph-japan-friendship-and-cooperation/	Victor A. Lim: pioneer advocate of PH-Japan friendship and cooperation – UP Alumni Website	Victor A. Lim: pioneer advocate of PH-Japan friendship and cooperation July 21, 2020 by Roy Mabasa As Manila and Tokyo celebrate the 64th anniversary of the normalization of the Philippines-Japan relations on July 23, 2020, a ranking officer of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) takes us back in time to remember the late Victor A. Lim, one of the pioneering Filipinos who helped plant and nurture the ties between the two countries that are now “bearing fruits and is in full bloom.” In an essay, Geronimo Suliguin, Assistant Director at the Maritime and Ocean Affairs Office of the DFA, narrated the utmost efforts made by Lim toward the cause of friendship and cooperation between the Philippines and Japan, for which the latter earned the distinguished Third Order of the Sacred Treasure bestowed by the Emperor of Japan in 1986. Academic Excellence Born on November 13, 1923, Lim was a consistent honor student and graduated cum laude in Mechanical Engineering at the University of the Philippines in 1948. After earning his degree, Victor took his Master of Science degree also in mechanical engineering at the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 1949 and attended MBA modules at the Harvard Business School in 1950. Pioneering the ‘Case Method’ On his return to the country, Lim became part of the University of the Philippines’ graduate business school, introducing the case method in 1952, and soon after, at the Ateneo. In 1968, at the infancy stage of the Asian Institute of Management, Lim was invited to join the AIM and later to become its Professor Emeritus in 2008. As a founding faculty of AIM and the Master in Management (MM) program, Lim was known as “Mr. MM.” The AIM’s Victor Lim Award for Professional Excellence that lauds outstanding faculty members for their contributions to building and developing the quality and reputation of the Institute and its graduates was thus named after him. Serving the industry and government With the merger of the Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (CCP) and the Philippine Chamber of Industries (PCI) in 1978, Lim was elected to the 15-man charter board to formulate the constitution and by-laws of the newly established Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI). Aside from the PCCI, he would later become president of other influential groups such as the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP), National Economic Protectionism Association (NEPA), and the Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers (PSME). In 1993 during the Ramos administration, Lim served as chairman of the Bases Conversion Development Authority (BCDA), including all its subsidiary companies, a position he held until 1996. He planned and implemented the privatization of military bases including Fort Bonifacio and Camp John Hay. At that time, Lim envisioned the new high-tech complex, Fort Bonifacio, as the “best alternative to Hong Kong yet.” As BCDA chair, Lim joined Damaso Bangoet Jr. of the John Hay-Poro Point Development Corporation (JPDC) in introducing the Panagbenga Festival in 1995, an initiative to improve the economy and tourism industry in Baguio City following the 1990 earthquake. Healing war wounds Lim was a recipient of Pacific War ribbons from both the Philippine and US Armies. Suliguin noted that it was in post-war years when Lim got involved in efforts to “heal the wounds” between the Philippines and Japan by accepting appointments in various positions leading towards that goal. It was in 1952 when the San Francisco Peace Treaty was ratified formalizing the end of hostilities between the Philippines and Japan. This was closely followed by the Reparations Agreement in 1956, both leading to restored normal relations with Japan. “In 1957, Lim accepted an appointment in the War Reparations Committee and got involved in the inspection and rehabilitation of Japanese machine tools. Two years later, in 1959, he returned as a Technical Consultant for the Committee in its efforts to expedite the disposal of Advance Japanese Reparations. In 1969, Lim became the Commissioner General of the Philippine Participation to the 1970 Japan World Exposition,” Suliguin wrote. Nurturing Philippine-Japan ties One of Lim’s most outstanding contributions was in cultivating a people-to-people relationships with Japan, highlighted by his stint as Philippine Commissioner General to the 1970 World Expo World’s Fair held in Osaka, Japan. It provided him the opportunity to work closely with then Philippine Ambassador to Japan, Ambassador Jose S. Laurel III. The Philippine government awarded him with the Philippine Cultural Heritage Medal also in 1970 for this particular feat. A year after the World Expo, Lim became one of the incorporators of the Philippines-Japan Society when it was established in 1971 and became its President for seven years from 1985-1992. He was also a founder and one of the “trustees for life” of the Philippines-Japan Friendship Foundation. Lim was also one of the founders of the Philippine Institute of Japanese Language & Culture Foundation, Inc. and the Nihongo Center Foundation Inc. While serving as President of the Philippines-Japan Society, Lim also served as Chairman of the Philippines-Japan Economic Cooperation Committee (PHILJEC) for two years from 1991 to 1993 and acted as Chairman/co-Chairman of the Joint Meetings with his counterparts from the Japan-Philippines Economic Cooperation Committee (JPECC). In 1991, Lim was recognized with a Medal of Merit for his Outstanding Achievement in the Promotion of Relations between the two countries by the Philippines-Japan Society, Inc. “Lim died six years (July 7, 2014) ago but the seed he helped plant and nurture throughout his life is bearing fruits and is in full bloom,” said Suliguin, a former Oxford University scholar who has also written extensive essays on the life and times of Dr. Jose P. Rizal while in Europe. Source: Manila Bulletin
https://alum.up.edu.ph/dr-allan-hilario-1967-2021/	Dr. Allan Hilario (1967-2021) – UP Alumni Website	Dr. Allan Hilario (1967-2021) October 2, 2021 The UPCM mourns the loss of the president of our UPCM Faculty Association, Dr. Allan Hilario. He was a faculty of our Biochemistry and Molecular Biology department. He was very active in our faculty activities such as the faculty recognition and faculty awards ceremonies among others. The content of our faculty association page in our website was made by Dr. Hilario. You may read and watch the content he created and provided at https://cm.upm.edu.ph/p/faculty/ Our sincerest condolences to his family and loved ones. We thank you for your service to the college. Rest in peace sir. Source: UP College of Medicine FB page
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-alumni-gifts-painting-to-the-museo-kordilyera-and-up-baguio/	UP alumni gifts painting to the Museo Kordilyera and UP Baguio – UP Alumni Website	UP alumni gifts painting to the Museo Kordilyera and UP Baguio February 1, 2023 A generous gift to the Museo Kordilyera and UP Baguio from UP alumni and old time Baguio resident, Mr and Mrs Leonides and Aurora Bautista. The painting “The Violinist” by a renown Filipino visual artist will be part of the Bulwagang Juan Luna later on. Symbolic turnover with Chancellor Corazon Abansi and witnessed by Ferdie Balanag (UPB alumni), Dr Analyn Salvador-Amores (Museo Kordilyera) and Ms Malen Catajan (Sunstar). Many thanks for the continued support to the university! Salamat po! #MuseoKordilyera Source: Museo Kordilyera – UP Baguio Ethnographic Museum Facebook
https://alum.up.edu.ph/uplb-professor-discovers-new-ph-tree/	UPLB Professor discovers new PH tree – UP Alumni Website	UPLB Professor discovers new PH tree November 10, 2021 Professor Edwino S. Fernando, alongside colleague Dr Peter G. Wilson of the Australian Institute of Botanical Science, has discovered a new species of Tristaniopsis in the Myrtaceae family (of makopa, guava, and eucalyptus among others). Their findings were published as a journal article in Telopea, the Journal of Plant Systematics on 29 October 2021. Tristaniopsis flexuosa, is a small tree reaching to 3 meters tall and can only be found in the Philippines, particularly on Mount Redondo, Dinagat Island. This tree has relatively small leaves, with a smooth grey bark, which flakes to reveal a red-brown under-bark. It was named ‘flexuosa’ because of its distinct crooked branches. Tristaniopsis flexuosa does not show any clear affinities to any other Philippine species of the genus, showing the most similarity with Tristaniopsis elliptica, a species from Borneo. Dr Fernando is Professor Emeritus at the Department of Forest Biological Sciences and curator for palms and other forest plants at the UPLB Museum of Natural History (MNH). He is a forest botanist and plant taxonomist who specializes in biodiversity and protected areas, biodiversity conservation policy and planning, and conservation biology and plant genetic resources. Specimens of new species of plants and trees are deposited at the MNH Forestry Herbarium and Wood Collection. (Kristel Hope Villafuerte) Source: https://bit.ly/3n28t7A