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https://alum.up.edu.ph/farewell-dr-priscelina-patajo-legasto-dr-virginia-bonoan-dandan/ | Farewell (Dr. Priscelina Patajo Legasto; Dr. Virginia Bonoan Dandan) – UP Alumni Website | Farewell (Dr. Priscelina Patajo Legasto; Dr. Virginia Bonoan Dandan) November 16, 2023 Anna Regidor and Benito V. Sanvictores Jr. – Diliman Information Office UP Diliman (UPD) remembers two of its respected and beloved faculty members: Priscelina Patajo Legasto, PhD of the UPD College of Arts and Letters (CAL) and Virginia Bonoan Dandan, PhD of the UPD College of Fine Arts (CFA). Legasto passed away on Nov. 8, while Dandan passed away in the morning of Nov. 9. Legasto. Photo from the UPDIO Archive Legasto specialized and taught courses in literary, cultural, feminist, and Marxist theory and criticism, and Philippine theater history from 1975 to 2016. In her more than four decades of university service, Legasto also held several administrative posts. She served as UP assistant vice president for public affairs (May 2002–February 2005), director of the UP System Information Office (May 2002–April 2005), and director of the UP Office of Alumni Relations (January 2003-February 2005). She was the first dean of the UP Open University’s (UPOU) joint Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities and Faculty of Science and Technology (1999-2002). Legasto was coordinator of CAL’s various programs: PhD Philippine Studies Program (1989-1999), Graduate Studies Program (1989-1999), and Department of English and Comparative Literature’s Comparative Literature Program (2002-2016). She was also editor of Diliman Review (2005-2016). Some of her publications were Philippine Postcolonial Studies: Essays in Language and Literature (co-editor with Cristina Pantoja-Hidalgo and contributor, UP Press, 1993, 2004), Sarswelang Pangasinan (Ateneo de Manila University Press, 1996), Filipiniana Reader: A Companion Anthology of Filipiniana Online (UPOU, 1998), and Philippine Studies: Have We Gone Beyond St. Louis? (UP Press, 2008). Legasto was conferred the Metrobank Outstanding Teacher Award (1998), Manila Critics Circle National Book Award (1998), UPD Gawad Chancellor (Pinakamahusay na Mananaliksik [1995], Pinakamahusay na Guro [1996], Pinakamahusay na Aklat [1997], and Natatanging Guro [2010]), Concepcion Dadufalza Award for Distinguished Teaching (2008), UP Alumni Association (UPAA) Distinguished Alumna Award (2015), DOST-National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) Achievement Award (2018), and the UMPIL (Unyon ng mga Manunulat sa Pilipinas) Gawad Balagtas for Literary Criticism (2020). An artist and a human rights advocate, Dandan always made history with her many firsts. She was the CFA’s first woman dean (2001-2006) and the first female faculty member in the field of sculpture (1978). In 1982, she further cemented her legacy by becoming the first woman to be honored as artist-in-residence in sculpture at UP. Dandan. Photo Photo from the UPDIO Archive In 1978, Dandan was among the eight artists honored by the Cultural Center of the Philippines with the 13 Artists Awards. It was the first time the CCP bestowed the prestigious award upon an incomplete cast due to the rigorous selection process. In the article Virginia Dandan: First UP CFA Woman Dean in his ArtWeb column published by the Philippine Star on 2 July 2001, retired professor and former UPD Information Office director Ruben D.F. Defeo wrote, “In 1998, she made an appointment with world history when she became the first woman, the first Asian, and the first non-lawyer to be elected to chair the 18-member Committee on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights (CESCR) of the United Nations (UN) in Geneva, Switzerland. The committee decides on issues and adopts policies pertaining to the status of economic, social, and cultural rights in 137 countries, including the Philippines.” After her tenure at the CESCR, she was appointed by the Human Rights Council as an independent expert on human rights and international solidarity (2011-2017). Dandan’s career included 12 solo exhibitions in Manila and participation in many two-person and group exhibitions in her 30-year career. Dandan’s final exhibition was a collaborative effort with contemporaries and younger artists, many of whom were her former students, at The White Room Gallery in Seameo Innotech, Commonwealth Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City. Source: https://upd.edu.ph/farewell-2/ |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/amanda-ak-legasto-1977-2023/ | Amanda “AK” Legasto (1977-2023) – UP Alumni Website | Amanda “AK” Legasto (1977-2023) December 15, 2023 Today, we mourn the loss of one of our seers — Amanda “AK” Legasto — an amazing team mate and questor, a talented artist, and a dear friend. She was loved by many. We’d like to thank all those who took part in our efforts to raise funds for AK’s treatments and those who volunteered their time and effort for her healing. Our deepest condolences go out to the Legasto family. We are one with you in your grief. The LightSeers has lost one of its brightest lights today. AK will be forever missed. Source: LightSeers Facebook |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/dr-carmen-gloria-diaz-de-ventanilla-1935-2023/ | Dr. Carmen Gloria Diaz de Ventanilla (1935-2023) – UP Alumni Website | Dr. Carmen Gloria Diaz de Ventanilla (1935-2023) December 19, 2023 The professors, students and former students of the Department of European Languages of the University of the Philippines mourn the death of our much loved and appreciated mentor and partner, Dr. Carmen Gloria Diaz de Ventanilla, former professor of the Spanish Section and mother of our also partner, Prof. Anne Gloria Margarita Window-Degilla. He died at the age of 88 on the 14th of this month accompanied by his relatives in the USA. UU. Born in Puerto Rico and married to Filipino lawyer Óscar Ventanilla, Doña Carmen/Tita Mamen dedicated much of her life to teaching Spanish and Hispanic Literature in the Philippines, as well as training several generations of Filipino Hispanists who studied in our department. We will forever cherish the memory of your smile, your cordiality and your unwavering faith. A prayer is requested for his eternal rest. It is with sadness that the professors, students and alumni of the Department of European Languages of the University of the Philippines would like to inform everyone about the passing of our dear and esteemed mentor and colleague, Dr. Carmen Gloria Díaz de Ventanilla, retired full professor of Spanish and mother of our colleague, Prof. Ana Gloria Margarita Ventanilla-Degilla. She passed on surrounded by her loved ones at the age of 88 in the US on the 14th of this month. Born in Puerto Rico and married to Filipino lawyer Oscar Ventanilla, Ma’am Carmen/Tita Mamen devoted most of her life to teaching Spanish and Latin American literature in the Philippines, as well as to training generations of Filipino Hispanists who studied in our department. We will always remember her smile, her friendliness, and her steadfast faith. Pious readers are requested to offer a prayer for her eternal repose. Source: UPD Department of European Languages Facebook |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/asst-prof-ma-reina-maam-beng-boro-magbanua-1969-2023/ | Asst. Prof. Ma. Reina “Ma’am Beng” Boro-Magbanua (1969-2023) – UP Alumni Website | Asst. Prof. Ma. Reina “Ma’am Beng” Boro-Magbanua (1969-2023) November 21, 2023 The UPLB Department of Social Sciences mourns the passing of our very own Asst. Prof. Ma. Reina “Ma’am Beng” Boro-Magbanua. In her service to the department and the university for 33 years, Ma’am Beng became a memorable history teacher to generations of UPLB students, a staunch advocate and scholar of women’s history, and a sincere colleague and friend. We offer our deepest sympathy to her bereaved family. Ma’am Beng’s legacy, not only at DSS but in the entire UPLB, will always be remembered. Source: UPLB Department of Social Sciences Facebook |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/dr-manuel-b-agulto-up-manila-chancellor-from-2011-2014/ | Dr. Manuel B. Agulto, UP Manila Chancellor from 2011-2014 – UP Alumni Website | Dr. Manuel B. Agulto, UP Manila Chancellor from 2011-2014 December 20, 2023 It is with our deepest sorrow to share the news that former Chancellor Dr. Manuel B. Agulto passed away today, 18 December 2023. Dr. Agulto served as Chancellor of the University of the Philippines Manila from 2011-2014. A distinguished ophthalmologist and eye surgeon, Dr. Agulto initiated programs and activities as an institutional response to prevent and control eye diseases, specifically those prevalent in the Philippines. As Chancellor of UP Manila, he advocated for community-oriented academic education and research; strengthened research infrastructure for translation; implemented enterprise resource programs; and professionalized and streamlined university operations. Dr. Agulto will be remembered as one of the country’s pillars in eye health, especially glaucoma. We pay tribute to the life he devoted to patient care, teaching, research, and service. The University of the Philippines Manila community extends our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. May they be blessed with courage to bear the grief of the passing of someone beloved. Source: University of the Philippines Manila Facebook |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-researchers-caution-against-parasites-in-raw-vegetables-seafood/ | UP researchers caution against parasites in raw vegetables, seafood – UP Alumni Website | UP researchers caution against parasites in raw vegetables, seafood December 11, 2023 Scientists from the University of the Philippines (UP) are gently reminding the public to thoroughly wash and cook their market-bought fresh produce and seafood as a precautionary measure against parasites. Toxoplasma gondii parasites (Photo credit: CDC-DPDx; see reference below) The parasite that causes toxoplasmosis, called Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii), is one of the most infectious parasites in the world: it affects almost a third of the world’s population, most especially vulnerable groups such as the pregnant and immunocompromised. While most people infected with the disease do not present any symptoms, some may suffer flu-like symptoms, such as fever, headache, and muscle aches. But in severe cases, toxoplasmosis can cause inflammation of the brain and blurry vision. Infected parents’ newborn infants may suffer from excessive fluid in the brain and developmental issues. Fortunately, treatments are available for toxoplasmosis, hence symptomatic individuals are advised to seek timely medical attention. Cielo Emar M. Paraoan, Ren Mark D. Villanueva, and Marie Christine M. Obusan of the UP Diliman College of Science’s Institute of Biology (UPD-CS IB) found that T. gondii is fairly common in vegetables and oysters that they sampled from local markets in Central Luzon. Among the vegetables tested were lettuce, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, and mung bean sprouts. Six out of sixty (10%) collected vegetable samples contained traces of T. gondii, with leafy vegetables found to be more contaminated than root vegetables. Similarly, for oysters, 9.09% or four out of 44 samples were also contaminated. The researchers noted that the T. gondii traces found on both vegetables and oysters are of Type I genotype. The researchers aim to investigate further the genotypes of T. gondii that will be detected in the country, as Asia is reported to have a high degree of genetic diversity. The study provides evidence that T. gondii may be transmitted through vegetables and oysters that are being sold in supermarkets and public markets. However, the researchers noted that they only tested a small sample size, and more studies with bigger sample sizes must be conducted. At present, they have an ongoing study that detects the parasite in environmental samples. The study also underscores the importance of adequately preparing fresh produce and seafood to eliminate not just T. gondii but also other parasites that may be present. The authors also emphasized the need for better management of biological pollutants. “The most sustainable approach for reducing the risk of T. gondii exposure through the consumption of seafood should focus on reducing T. gondii contamination at its source, as well as mitigating the flow of contaminated runoff to water bodies,” the authors said in their paper, published in the October 2023 issue of the Philippine Journal of Science. For interview requests and other concerns, please contact [email protected]. References: Paraoan CE et al. 2023. Molecular Detection and Prevalence of Toxoplasma gondii in Ready-to-eat Vegetables and Oysters in Central Luzon, Philippines. Philipp J Sci 152(5): 1989–1998. https://doi.org/10.56899/152.05.36 |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-sts-scientists-assess-the-effectiveness-of-the-philippines-covid-19-government-policies/ | UP STS scientists assess the effectiveness of the Philippines’ COVID-19 government policies – UP Alumni Website | UP STS scientists assess the effectiveness of the Philippines’ COVID-19 government policies December 12, 2023 The COVID-19 pandemic spurred governments worldwide to respond with containment policies, with the Philippines having one of the longest and most stringent COVID-19 policies in the world. How effective were these policies in containing the pandemic and providing social and economic support to citizens? This is the question UP Diliman College of Science’s Science, Technology and Society (UPD-CS STS) researchers ventured to answer. A novel, multidisciplinary approach STS scientists and faculty members Prof. Benjamin Vallejo Jr, Dr. Rodrigo Angelo Ong and Asst. Prof. Ranjit Singh Rye found a new interdisciplinary approach to the problem: “We just adopted statistical methods commonly used in marine behavioral ecology. After all, government policy response is a set of behaviors that can be standardized and compared with each other. The most significant behavioral responses can be statistically modeled,” Vallejo said. “Furthermore, a multidisciplinary perspective allows for a better contextualization of how effective the policies are,” he added. Using standardized policy response measures collated by the Oxford COVID-19 Government Response Tracker project (OxCGRT), they assessed the effectiveness of the Philippine response from 2020 to 2022. The OxCGRT includes daily policy response and implementation data from 180 World Health Organization (WHO)-member states, from 1 Jan 2020 to 31 Dec 2022. The STS scientists were able to determine that stringent pandemic policies—including lockdowns, quarantines, stay-at-home ordinances, and travel restrictions—were effective in containing the pandemic within the first 60 days. These are all dependent on law enforcement and a securitized approach. Effectivity of lockdowns and vaccinations Complete lockdowns negatively affected the economy, so there was a gradual and phased relaxing of policies beginning in May 2020. It was during the relaxing of lockdowns with limited mobility starting with essential personnel that the shortcomings of the government’s response became apparent. With lockdowns being phased out, contact tracing and testing became more necessary to immediately contain clusters of infections. The government was least effective in these efforts. The policy analysis also revealed that the government’s vaccination rollout and prioritization, although with logistical difficulties at the start, was effective in reducing infections in the health workers sector and thus ensuring the delivery of health services The health workers received the vaccine in a shorter timeframe than the rest of the population beginning March 2021. Overall, it can be said that vaccination caused a more positive outcome in the pandemic. It was also found that the continuation of travel health checks—such as requiring proof of vaccination, COVID-19 rtPCR tests, and, later, antigen tests—had a low odds ratio to the rate of COVID-19 case increase. This simply means that these requirements lessened the risk of spread of infections across provincial and international borders. Mask wearing and social distancing Non-pharmaceutical interventions such as mask-wearing and social distancing, while significantly effective at the local level, were not significantly effective at the national level. The reason is likely related to the differing levels of citizen compliance in communities. Implementation was with the local governments and reflects on political and governance realities. Politicians who implement restrictions without their constituents being consulted and convinced of the necessity of restrictions are likely to lose votes in the next election. In a democracy, citizen engagement with governments remains essential in responding to a crisis such as a pandemic while protecting civil rights according to law. Citizen participation is a central idea in STS in government. The key role of STS in policy analysis The UP STS scientists’ work demonstrates that STS approaches to science-informed policy analysis can objectively assess the strengths and weaknesses of government policy. The scientists hope that their study will make policy and governance more effective especially in crises. Prof. Vallejo is a marine biologist with the UPD-CS Institute of Environmental Science and Meteorology; Dr. Ong, a physician, is a professorial lecturer with the Science and Society Program; and Asst. Prof. Rye is with the Department of Political Science of the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, UP Diliman. Prof. Vallejo and Dr. Ong also trained under the International Network for Governmental Science Advice (INGSA) in Malaysia on science advice and policy analysis. Reference: Vallejo B, Ong RAC , Rye, RS (2023) An Assessment of the Philippines government’s Response to the COVID-19 pandemic based on policy response indices. SciEngg 16 (2) 426-436 |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-manila-november-2023-speech-language-pathology-licensure-examination-topnotchers/ | UP Manila November 2023 Speech-Language Pathology Licensure Examination Topnotchers – UP Alumni Website | UP Manila November 2023 Speech-Language Pathology Licensure Examination Topnotchers November 21, 2023 The College of Allied Medical Professions is proud to announce that all 141 examinees from UP Manila passed the FIRST EVER SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY LICENSURE EXAMINATION held on November 13 and 14, 2023. With a passing rate of 100%, UP Manila is among the top-performing schools. Among the 59 top notchers, 35 (59%) are graduates of our BS Speech Pathology program. Occupying the lone spot as top 1 is our faculty member, Ms. Pristine Ellise T. Chua. This historical achievement is a reflection of the UP community’s commitment to excellence and high-quality health care for Filipinos. Pagpupugay sa lahat ng bagong RSLPs ng bayan! Links to results (for more info) Official results: https://drive.google.com/…/1M…/view List of successful examinees: https://drive.google.com/…/164H3kavujGzM6Y0O2DVjtJ…/view Top notchers: https://drive.google.com/…/1WEOHavnr0BLwpiOztIJ575…/view Performance of schools: https://drive.google.com/…/1TtuHWAEv8dpt6vdC…/view Source: University of the Philippines Manila Facebook |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/december-2023-physical-and-occupational-therapist-licensure-examination-up-topnotchers/ | December 2023 Physical and Occupational Therapist Licensure Examination UP topnotchers – UP Alumni Website | December 2023 Physical and Occupational Therapist Licensure Examination UP topnotchers December 13, 2023 UP Manila extends its heartfelt congratulations to the graduates of the College of Allied Medical Professions who have successfully passed the Physical Therapist Licensure Examination (PTLE) and Occupational Therapist Licensure Examination (OTLE). A special commendation to our outstanding Topnotchers for their exemplary performance: PTLE Topnotchers: Ma. Barbara Tolentino Manalaysay – 2nd Place, 89.40% Claire Chan Bathan – 6th Place, 89.00% OTLE Topnotchers: Kizha Marie Sevidal Gabutan – 1st Place, 85.00% Adrian Andag Silva – 4th Place, 83.00% Chloe Julienne Kapunan Abrasada – 6th Place, 82.40% Irish Marie Esguerra Ilagan – 7th Place, 82.00% Jamie Christine Enriquez Meneses – 7th Place, 82.00% Nicole Mari Savillo Olorvida – 7th Place, 82.00% Ericka Josh Therese Kang Lo – 7th Place, 82.00% Betina Mae Untalan Untalan – 7th Place, 82.00% Leny Crystel Flores San Diego – 8th Place, 81.80% In addition, UP Manila is proud to be recognized as the Top Performing School in the OTLE, achieving the 1st Rank with an impressive passing rate of 95.45%. These accomplishments reflect the dedication and excellence of our graduates in the December 2023 Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist Licensure Exam. We extend our warmest wishes to these accomplished individuals and express our confidence in their future endeavors as healthcare professionals. May they continue to bring honor to UP Manila. Congratulations! 🎓👏 Source: University of the Philippines Manila Facebook |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/uplb-is-lone-top-performing-school-in-2023-lea/ | UPLB is lone top-performing school in 2023 LEA – UP Alumni Website | UPLB is lone top-performing school in 2023 LEA December 15, 2023 UPLB is the lone top-performing school in this year’s Licensure Examination for Agriculturists (LEA). To be a top-performing school one has to have 50 or more examinees and with at least 80% passing percentage. UPLB has 101 passers and a passing rate of 99% in the 2023 LEA. Eleven examinees from UPLB landed in the top ten: Kathleen Joy D. Franco placed second with a rating of 87.33%; Quenee Anne Z. Aurin, third place, 86.67%; Carmel Rose M. Rolloque, fourth place, 86.50%; Joel John S. Cariño, fifth place, 86.33%; Chiara Angeli K. Dela Peña and Ghar Christian R. Tesorero, both in eighth place at 85.67%; Daniella Jean E. Pamulaklakin and Luis Angelo T. Tabasa, both in 9th place with a rating of 85.50%; and Krizza Jane C. Manatad, Jairo P. Rabano, and John Kenneth L. Tabiolo who landed in tenth place with a rating of 85.33%. UPLB has been a top-performing school in LEA for 19 years now. The Agriculturists Licensure Examination was administered by the Professional Regulation Commission through the Board of Agriculture in 19 testing centers all over the Philippines in November 2023. (Juan Paolo A. Aquino) Source: https://uplb.edu.ph/all-news/uplb-is-lone-top-performing-school-in-2023-lea/ |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/5-up-alumni-enter-let-secondary-level-topnotchers/ | 5 UP alumni enter LET Secondary Level topnotchers – UP Alumni Website | 5 UP alumni enter LET Secondary Level topnotchers December 15, 2023 Five graduates from the University of the Philippines (UP) entered the list of top 10 highest placers of the September 2023 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers for Secondary Level (LET- Secondary) conducted by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). Trilbe Lizann Espina Vasquez from UP Cebu landed the top spot of the LET-Secondary Level, with a rating of 94.80%. Matthew Kyle Yee Oronce from UP Diliman ranked in third place, with a rating of 94.20%. Next in 4th place is Fritzie Anne Cebrian Bueno coming also from UP Diliman, with a 94.00% rating. Last from UP Diliman is Maro Rapog Peña who occupied the 8th place with a 93.20% rating. Finally, for 10th place is Rachel Anne Garcia Concepcion from UP Los Baños, with a 92.80%. UP Diliman ranked second in the list of top 10 performing schools for secondary level, having registered a 97.10% passing rate with 67 out of 69 of its examinees passing. Schools with 50 or more examinees and at least an 80% passing rate are considered top performing schools. The PRC released the results of the licensure examination after fifty-five (55) working days. Written by UP OAR |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/alay-kay-inay-a-virtual-mothers-day-concert/ | “Alay Kay Inay: A Virtual Mother’s Day Concert” – UP Alumni Website | “Alay Kay Inay: A Virtual Mother’s Day Concert” May 8, 2021 A celebration titled, “Alay Kay Inay: A Virtual Mother’s Day Concert” held Saturday, May 08, 2021. Photo from UPAAA, UPAA Arizona and UPAA New Jersey. |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/finding-your-own-groove/ | Finding your own groove – UP Alumni Website | Finding your own groove September 12, 2023 Written by UP Media and Public Relations Office Photo courtesy of Virgilio Roi C. Adaptar. Virgilio Roi C. Adaptar Cum laude BS Food Technology College of Science and Mathematics, University of the Philippines Mindanao My name is Virgilio Roi C. Adaptar, 24 years old, born and raised in Davao City, and people call me VR. I am a graduate of the BS Food Technology program at the College of Science and Mathematics, University of the Philippines Mindanao. My research interests include probiotics, valorization of local produces and agricultural by-products, and nutrition, all anchored on the principles of inclusivity and sustainability. I used to compete as an Adjudicator in the UP Mindanao Debate Society, and was able to represent the University in various debating competitions and tournaments around the country. Also, together with my fellow DOST Scholars, I am one of the founding members of the UP Mindanao League of DOST Scholars, the first and the official association of DOST Scholars in the University. I eventually served as the Founding President of the organization, and held various leadership positions throughout my residency. I am also an active member of the U.S. Government Alumni Association -Davao, the regional chapter of international exchange alumni of U.S. Government-funded exchange and internationalization programs. I attended McNeese State University during the Fall 2021 semester under the Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGrad) through the U.S. Department of State, World Learning, and Fulbright Philippines. Upon coming home, I then became an active member of the Global UGrad Scholars of the Philippines Alumni Association. Overcoming financial difficulties Growing up, I was well aware of my family’s financial struggles. Scholarships, subsidies, side hustles — these sustained my financial needs throughout my studies. I started taking commissions and part-time jobs way back in high school, because even though I had a scholarship, it did not fully cover all fees and I had to find ways and means for my daily allowance and other expenses. I also saw how difficult it was for my mother to make a living and did not want to keep asking from her anymore. In college, I was awarded an undergraduate scholarship from the Science Education Institute of DOST, which really helped ease the financial burden. Despite the generous amount I received every semester from DOST, I still opted to do side hustles as the stipend I received was still not enough for me as a self-supporting student in this economic climate. I used to do events hosting, ghostwriting for blogs and other online platforms, arts and crafts commissions, tutorials for elementary and high school students, and eventually I became a call center agent, and later on transitioned into being a freelance virtual assistant. I should say, being a working student was difficult and would not want to romanticize it. If I only had the option and the privilege to be a full-time student, I would not want to work while studying just to make ends meet. I am not that typical “straight uno” student who would often be celebrated for academic prowess. I would rather refer to myself as a student who had the capacity to endure. This led me to being selected as one of the four Filipino students, and the only Mindanaoan, for the prestigious Global Undergraduate Exchange Program for the Fall 2021 batch. Furthermore, grit enabled me to pursue my undergraduate thesis on non-dairy probiotics which also utilized local agricultural by-products. My study won 1st Place in the Oral Research Presentation (Undergraduate Category) of the Philippine Society for Microbiology Mindanao 27th Annual Convention and Scientific Meeting and was nominated as finalist for Best Thesis (Basic and Applied Research Category) in the Department of Food Science and Chemistry of our Ccollege. Currently, I am working towards getting it published in a scientific journal. Finally, I was able to shift my Sablay from right to left when I graduated cum laude last July. Hardships before becoming an Iskolar ng Bayan When I was 12, someone power-tripped me and said “You do not deserve to be an honor student,” and slammed their fists on the table. Some people even expected the 12-year -old me to just easily move on from that experience, and that I was just overreacting. Of course, not everyone believes in mental health and trauma. And yes, being an honor student in elementary is not really that big of a deal for a lot of people, but the young and naïve 12-year -old me felt invalidated. When I was 14, my family faced a huge financial problem and finishing high school was almost taken away from me. I remember seeing my mom, swallowing her pride to ask for help from others whenever I needed something for school, yet she would often be rejected or humiliated. I could even remember some relatives asking me to just drop out of school since class grades “cannot be eaten” and that I should just start working instead to be more useful to the family. At present, my anxiety is still triggered by all those words said. I still get nightmares once in a while and I still wonder about what goes on in the minds of those people, if they think about what they’ve done, what stories they’ve told their friends, family, and other people. I haven’t exactly figured out how to let the trauma and anxiety go away. Most of the time, I just distract myself. College seemed to be a great opportunity to pursue more things “to distract myself” and grow up from what happened in the past. And in a place like UP where freedom is highly valued, I felt more free to blaze my own trail and make the most out of my time as an eager young adult. Org life in UP With the freedom that we all enjoy in UP, organizations served as a meaningful avenue to grow and develop beyond classrooms and laboratories. Through the UP Mindanao Debate Society, I was able to enjoy the art of discourse, meet new people in tournaments, and find a safe space among my co-residents. Debating taught me innovative thinking and problem-solving., Aand much more than these, it made me realize the importance of being aware of the issues that we face in society, and that talking about these issues sheds light on the real problems and lived experiences of the various sectors of society, and that the more we talk about these, the more attention we can bring to them to help shake up the status quo. Moreover, I never initially envisioned that I’ll be a part of a bunch of people behind establishing a new organization. We were freshies back then and we often asked the same question again and again if UP Mindanao already has its own organization for DOST Scholars. Until we ourselves answered our own question. We then established the UP Mindanao League of DOST Scholars (UPMin LeaDS). Not long after, I found myself taking the lead as its founding president. From dancing “batis” during our first Patriot Scholars Formation Program, being duly recognized as a student organization on campus, launching our first project and initiative, and organizing the first Congress we attended as an org; to taking new leadership roles in the organization (as if I was playing “Trip to Jerusalem” and being surprised as to where I would end up next), being a rallying point for academic and moral support for our fellow scholars and aspiring ones, helping revive and mobilize the regional organization of DOST Scholars in Davao, struggling through the chaotic times during the pandemic (and getting a lot of anxious, worried, and confused messages from fellow scholars, all uncertain of what might happen next), and everything in between, I was grateful for the opportunity to initiate and lead. I know that the org is still far from being what it is envisioned to be and that I did have my lapses and shortcomings and a lot of unfinished business and what ifs as a leader, but I am grateful for the trust and confidence shown by the people around me and I am excited to see what’s next for UPMin LeaDS. Being a working student My org life in UP sounded fun and stress-free, right? Here’s what was happening beyond the org meetings, projects, and events. I was not born with a silver spoon, and of course, society is unfair to those who are not that privileged. At some point, I felt that I was easily exploited by others who saw my background as an opportunity to manipulate and make it work to their advantage, but I did not have much time to think about it back then. I was too preoccupied with the need to put in extra work, to make the most out of meager resources, to always be on the lookout for the next available “raket”, to think of ways on how I could make it from one paycheck to another, from one month’s stipend to the next, to juggle one job and another, switching lanyards or IDs from one shift at work to try to make it on time to the next class in school. I had to look for ways to augment my income while trying to meet deadlines and studying for exams because no one else would. Hard work is often set as the ultimate factor behind success and our society loves seeing or hearing “rags-to-riches” stories to the point where poverty is romanticized and accepted as a norm. In an ideal world, hard work may be the sole and primary factor for success but we are far from being in that ideal world. As a Food Technology major, I struggled to go through a typical day in college. It was even more magnified when I was already doing my thesis with very minimal funding. I hope that someday, access and support for quality scientific education will be available for all those who aspire to be researchers, engineers, doctors, educators, scientists, and mathematicians;, and that we may move past being a society that oppresses, deprives, and excludes. If hard work or “sipag” was the only factor to achieve success, other working students like me should have already been assured of a more comfortable life straight out of college, right? Farmers and laborers would probably be as glorified and celebrated as CEOs and world leaders. However, we are definitely not in an ideal world where hard work is the sole factor behind success. Plot twist No, this is not going to be a college love story. Instead, we go back to one random morning during my sophomore year. It was around 8 AM and I just got out of my graveyard shift at work. My first class for the day, organic chemistry, was at 8:30 and with the one- to two-hour commute from the office to the campus, it would always be impossible for me to make it in time for class. Towards the middle of the semester, I realized that by being a student by day and working the night shift as a call center agent, I would most likely fail in the class. I thought to myself that if I eventually get a 5.0 in my transcript, I should have some redeeming factor to make up for the anticipated failing grade. The universe was telling me to let go of my graveyard shift job and just be a full-time student, which was not really sitting well with me given my situation. I was ready to get my first 5.0 in UP and started to look for options on what I could do to compensate for that in my transcript. Attend workshops? More debating? Start doing internships (and a lot of them)? Join fellowships? Join another org? Go on an exchange program? Coincidentally, another professor of mine invited us to an exchange programs roadshow hosted by Fulbright Philippines and I learned about the Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGrad). The Global UGrad program is a semester-long exchange program in the United States participated in by over 60 countries that “brings future leaders to the United States to experience U.S. higher education, gain critical professional skills, and explore new cultures and values”. Asst. Prof. Kriza Faye Calumba, who later on became my thesis adviser, was very instrumental in this endeavor as she encouraged me to apply and even agreed to write a recommendation letter supporting my application. The things that happened next went in my favor: I got a 4.0 instead of a 5.0 and passed my removal examinations for organic chemistry, I let go of my night shift job and found another job with more flexible working hours, and I got into Global UGrad. However, the pandemic happened and things went to a pause for a while. I was supposed to leave for the U.S. by August 2020 but the situation was still far from being under control. My program was eventually postponed to Fall 2021. I will never forget August 12, 2021, –the day I traveled to the United States. Growing up in a family where studying in college seems like a shot to the moon, studying abroad was just as far-fetched. McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana became my home for the rest of the semester. I was able to explore concepts in nutrition and food production from an international perspective and also studied microbiology from a clinical perspective and learned about American History with the theme “What is the role of the United States — around the world and at home?” Homecoming Week at McNeese State University, Lake Charles, Louisiana. Photo courtesy of VR C. Adaptar. Throughout my stay in the United States, I was also able to watch my first football game in Lousiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, enjoy the art scene and authentic Texas brisket and barbecue in Austin, Texas, explore some caverns in San Antonio, Texas, visit the historic French Quarter in New Orleans, Louisiana, and celebrate Thanksgiving in Jacksonville, Florida. I also fulfilled a childhood dream of stepping foot inside a space center when I visited the NASA Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Visiting the NASA Kennedy Space Center during my Global UGrad Exchange Program. Photo courtesy of VR C. Adaptar. Furthermore, the community engagement component of Global UGrad also allowed me to connect with the community in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and get to know the locals, many of whom were still recovering from two devastating hurricanes that struck the area at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Being an exchange student means that you are also serving as a cultural ambassador of your country, and it was truly an honor to raise the flag of the Philippines. From introducing adobo to my American roommates, showing them the way we cook rice with the trusted finger method for measuring the right amount of water, sharing some OPM songs, teaching some Tagalog and Bisaya words to my American classmates, to assisting a research student in her study on plant-based yogurt, sharing a bit of our shared history between the Philippines and the U.S. in class, and connecting with Filipino-Americans in the area, I believe that I was able to make the most out of my stay in the United States. Upon coming back home, I continued working on my undergraduate thesis, got involved again with more projects through my organizations, and actively helped in promoting exchange and internationalization opportunities for other Filipino students to help them widen their perspectives and further capacitate them in their chosen fields, and in return, apply what they learned in their respective communities. Yes, I flew out during the Delta surge and went back home to the Philippines in the middle of the Omicron surge. Study habits I can’t say that I really have good study habits. I adjust depending on my mood and physical well-being (e.g., I postpone studying or doing academic work if I feel sick). I don’t force myself to study or do academic work if I still don’t feel like it because I will end up with half-baked or mediocre outputs. One thing that I think worked for me though, is reading or writing at night. I think the peaceful atmosphere between 10 in the evening until around dawn helped me focus, especially during the lockdowns during the pandemic where everyone was at home and awake during the day. Nevertheless, I think it’s a matter of “finding your own groove” and seeing what truly works for you when it comes to studying or doing academic work and requirements, because what worked for me might not be that effective for you. If all else fails, get some sleep. I should also emphasize that the guidance and mentorship I received from my professors in UP Mindanao, especially the Department of Food Science and Chemistry, made this academic journey seem like I was standing on the shoulders of giants. The pandemic made the semesters too uncertain yet my professors remained nurturing and understanding, especially my adviser, Asst. Prof. Calumba, who truly lived up to her role as an adviser holistically and continued to believe in me at a time when self-doubt almost consumed me. More tips for students Lessons I picked up while performing my experiments for my thesis: I encountered different strains of lactic acid bacteria: some are fast-growers, some grow at just the right amount of time, while others take a bit longer. Like these different bacterial strains, we all have our own different pace in life. I did a lot of trial and error for my experiments. I made some mistakes. I made some adjustments. It’s okay to make mistakes in college. We are human, after all. It’s okay to try again. Did it take you a 2nd, 3rd, or nth try before succeeding? Again, it’s okay and you did great! I don’t think there’s such a thing as “lesser success” just because it took you longer. Sometimes, I had to stay until 10, 11, or midnight in the lab while waiting for tests to finish and during the wait times in between, I would read or watch videos or do some side tasks (that may or may not have been directly related to my thesis). Yes, college will be exhausting but academics is not the end of it all. Find an alternative outlet or channel which you could also invest your time and energy in. I always went back to the objectives of my study throughout my thesis-related works when I felt confused. Always go back to your WHYs, your purpose. This may not exactly be motivating but it can help you recalibrate, redirect, and realign your path in pursuit of your goals. Thesis days at the College of Science and Mathematics. Photo courtesy of VR C. Adaptar. Plans after graduation I intend to pursue a research and development track and work in the food industry for the next couple of years after graduation. Meanwhile, I also plan to volunteer or contribute to non-profit and civic orgs on the side because I enjoy doing those things as well. Furthermore, I also want to pursue postgraduate studies in food science and technology abroad in the near future. The true meaning of the sablay May we be disturbed by the stereotypical status of UP students, graduates, and alumni as “the cream of the crop”, the “upper echelon”, the “best of the best”. This privilege exists because there are others in the margins who are oppressed, deprived, and excluded. May we be reminded that for every single sablay being shifted to the left, countless others still suffer and struggle with the very systems that they trusted yet failed them. May we also be reminded that for every single sablay being shifted to the left, there remains a lot of space that must be taken up to eliminate social injustice systematically. UP, para kanino nga ba tayo? After successfully defending my undergraduate thesis, with my adviser, Asst. Prof. Kriza Faye Calumba, at the College of Science and Mathematics. Photo courtesy of VR C. Adaptar. ———— Written by Virgilio Roi C. Adaptar for the UP Pagtatapos 2023 microsite. https://up.edu.ph/pagtatapos-2023/ Source: https://up.edu.ph/finding-your-own-groove/ |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/love-life-and-dont-give-up/ | Love life and don’t give up – UP Alumni Website | Love life and don’t give up September 13, 2023 Written by UP Media and Public Relations Office Photo collage courtesy of Hannah Patricia Bringas. Hannah Patricia E. Bringas Doctor of Dental Medicine UP College of Dentistry I am Hannah Patricia E. Bringas, a graduate of Doctor of Dental Medicine of the UP College of Dentistry. I was supposed to graduate from the course back in 2017 but several interventions contributed to my delay. During the preparations for the Lantern Parade 2013, my dominant (right) hand was injured by a cutter blade in a freak accident. I was immediately rushed by my seniors and my friends to the PGH Emergency Department as I was already losing a lot of blood. The hospital staff performed several tests to check if there were any internal damages, especially on the nerves, and fortunately, it all seemed okay at the time. We all thought that it was just a simple skin laceration that needed to be sutured and closed shut. I was dismissed and I returned to my classes with a bandage on my hand the next day. The unfortunate accident happened in the second semester of my first year in Dentistry Proper, while I was enrolled in the Dentistry 131.1 (Operative Dentistry I) laboratory course. This course is only offered once a year and it is a prerequisite to several of the courses in the succeeding pre-clinical years. Even now, I could recall some laboratory sessions when I struggled to finish an exercise as my bandage kept falling off or my wound suddenly bled out of nowhere, but I continued to participate in classes and even attended the Lantern Parade itself. During the Christmas break, I started to notice some difficulty in moving my right hand, but I thought that it was just part of the healing process, and it would return to normal after a few days or weeks. However, one day, after our anatomy class, I consulted with my professor, an orthopedic surgeon, regarding my struggle in lifting my right ring and little fingers on their own and in using my hand to grip objects. I told him about my accident and asked for any input. That was when he informed me that my injury might have resulted in the transection of a few of the tendons in my right hand. He referred me to one of his colleagues for further assessment. My surgeon knew that I was taking up Dentistry and he warned me that if I did not immediately undergo surgery to restore function and to prevent atrophy of my arm muscles, I might have to say goodbye to my dream of becoming a dentist. So, I went through the operation. I had to wear a cast for 6 weeks while the semester was still ongoing, and I was required to attend physical therapy sessions for several months after the cast was removed. As a result, I was unable to perform our laboratory exercises in Dent 131.1. I was advised by the then College Secretary, who was also the faculty coordinator of the said course, to file for dropping to avoid getting a failing grade. I was given the chance to still attend the lectures, while struggling to write with my left hand or using my tablet just to take down notes. I was even offered an oral examination because I was struggling to write legibly. I already knew by then that I would not be able to graduate on time, that I would be delayed, that I could not join my friends and batchmates. It was painful, both physically and emotionally. My parents even asked me if I wanted to leave Dentistry when they saw and felt how defeated I was, and thought of how my injury would definitely affect my future. It had gotten to the point that I would take my injury as a test to see if I really did belong in Dentistry. However, I never thought of quitting. I saw this hurdle as an opportunity to strive harder. I was even able to perform well academically the next semester, and finished with a GWA of a “College Scholar”. I re-enrolled in the same laboratory course the following academic year but had to endure pain and discomfort on my right hand while still undergoing physical therapy. Unfortunately, I was not able to complete the requirements in the course on time, as the laboratory procedures then required double or even triple my previous efforts, given my injury. I received a failing mark on the laboratory course and had to wait another year to re-enroll again. I was already delayed for two years in the pre-clinical courses, but I made sure to never receive a failing grade on any theoretical subject. I practiced performing my laboratory requirements a lot, so as not to fail ever again. I also worked as a student assistant for a year during my pre-clinical years. As a clinician, one cause of my delay in completing the requirements was due to repeated cases because of patients’ non-compliance even with the treatments already nearing completion. I, however, attended to all my patients, other clinical requirements, research, and community service in the best way I could, despite constant suffering through pain and discomfort in my right hand. During the semesters within the pandemic, I lived alone near the College to attend to all the remaining requirements that I could accomplish via remote laboratory sessions, online case discussions, and limited face-to-face simulation exercises. However, a few of those remaining requirements still needed to be accomplished on live patients, so I still waited for the re-opening of the clinics last September. Once the clinics re-opened, despite a few problems encountered, I did not stop until I was able to complete my requirements and finally graduate. While attending to my classes and requirements, I was a shift head for several semesters, and later on, became the head and the student council representative of the resident clinicians. I served a few years in the Dentistry Student Council, joined and performed with the members of GrooveDex, was one of the founding members of the UPCD Occlusal Harmonies, and participated in several dental missions and served the community through the Dental Health Brigade. Even now as I practice for the board exam, my hand still hurts every now and then. The large scar is still there and reminds me every day of what I have lost, and of what I have also gained through all I have experienced. They taught me not to give up. They taught me to appreciate every second. They taught me to love life, and that there is always light at the end of a very dark tunnel. These lessons are what I will carry with me as I face the next chapter of my life. ———- Written by Dr. Hannah Patricia E. Bringas for the UP Pagtatapos 2023 microsite. https://up.edu.ph/pagtatapos-2023/ |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/briefing-with-upaa-netherlands-with-vp-elena-e-pernia-on-feb-13-2021/ | Briefing with UPAA Netherlands with VP Elena E. Pernia on Feb. 13, 2021 – UP Alumni Website | Briefing with UPAA Netherlands with VP Elena E. Pernia on Feb. 13, 2021 May 8, 2021 Briefing with UPAA Netherlands with VP Elena E. Pernia on Feb. 13, 2021 |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/doktor-para-sa-bayan-kasama-ng-bayan/ | Doktor Para sa Bayan, Kasama ng Bayan – UP Alumni Website | Doktor Para sa Bayan, Kasama ng Bayan September 13, 2023 Written by UP Media and Public Relations Office Photo courtesy of Jessica Perez. Jessica Franco Perez Magna cum laude Doctor of Medicine UP College of Medicine I am Jessica Franco Perez, 32 years old, from San Mateo, Rizal. I studied BS Nutrition in UP Los Baños and graduated magna cum laude in 2011. I passed the Nutritionist-Dietitian Licensure Examination and became a Registered Nutritionist-Dietitian that same year. I worked at the Dietary Department of the UP-Philippine General Hospital (PGH) as a clinical dietitian. I was assigned at the Nutrition Clinic of the Department of Out-Patient Services where I provided nutrition assessment, individualized diet plans, and educational lectures to patients, doctors, and paramedical professionals. While working at PGH, I was also given opportunities to participate in different researches. I am a co-investigator in a research project of Dr. A.G. Limpoco of the Department of Family and Community Medicine, titled “Development and Evaluation of Rapid Eating Assessment for Patients (REAP) Tool”. I also became part of several patient support groups, such as the Hansen’s Club, Lipat Kalinga, and Psoriasis Club. After six years of working at PGH, I then applied to and got accepted in the University of the Philippines College of Medicine at the age of 28. I became a member of the UP Pangkalusugang Samahan ng mga Mag-aaral (UP PAGSAMA) where I served under the SocCon Force, a committee that focuses on social engagements and community organizing activities. In the recently conducted 114th Commencement Exercise of the UP College of Medicine, I finally got my Doctor of Medicine degree, graduating magna cum laude and being one of the Top 5 Most Outstanding Graduates in Academics of our batch. I was also given recognition as one of the Top 3 Most Outstanding Interns of AY 2022-2023, being an outstanding intern in Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Surgery. Pursuing the dream Photo courtesy of Jessica Perez. I have always dreamt of becoming a doctor since I was a child. However, being born in a middle-class family, this dream seemed impossible. Being the second child in a brood of four, I also wanted to help my parents financially, especially in sending my younger sisters to college. I initially gave up on my dream of becoming a doctor and focused on a career still close to medicine. I was happy serving as a clinical dietitian. It was an equally fulfilling profession, having the opportunity to help other people through proper diet and a healthy lifestyle. However, I knew that some part of me was wishing and hoping I could still be a doctor someday. Every morning after I conducted lectures in the OPD waiting areas, seeing the long queue of people patiently waiting to be seen by a doctor, I had always felt the desire to serve more, both as a dietitian AND as a doctor. When my youngest sibling was already in her last year in college, I asked myself, “Posible pa bang maging doctor ako? Ipu-pursue ko pa rin ba ang pagme-Med kahit na matanda na ako?” These doubts had been running through my mind for quite a while. I also did not want to be a burden to my family, especially to my mother, given the additional years of studying instead of earning money. Thankfully, my family and friends were very supportive and encouraged me to still try. As the famous line goes, “It is better to try and fail than to never know and wonder what could have been if I tried.” And so, I juggled work, the National Medical Admission Test review, and preparations for applications to medical schools. With a limited amount of savings and overwhelming uncertainty, I found the courage to resign from the job I had treasured for six years to start this new journey. I was very blessed to be accepted in the UP College of Medicine, where I could have a subsidized, high quality medical education. Without the subsidized tuition fees, the scholarship grants from the College, the Pe Gan Heng Foundation, and the UP Medical Alumni Society of America (UPMASA), as well as the unending support of my family and friends, I may not have been able to reach this point. Student life and survival tips The University of the Philippines has been my home since I was in college. I have always believed in its ideals and advocacies. With this, I am truly grateful to be admitted to the UP College of Medicine that lives up to its vision-mission of cultivating highly competent scholars whose lives are directed to learning and service to the underserved. Our medical curriculum is guided by the principles of a community- oriented education, research, and service. These ideals and principles guided me through all these years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the College greatly helped the students as they were able to quickly adapt to the challenges and difficulties brought by the pandemic restrictions. They made sure that we were learning, while giving us ample consideration and understanding of the fact that we were also taking care of our family and doing chores at home, on top of our obligations as medical students. Admittedly, I struggled with my studies, especially during my first year in medical school. With a gap of six years from the last time I had reviewed for an exam, I needed to relearn and adjust my study habits to fit the highly demanding medical education. I would sleep first after a long day of lectures and then wake up early in the morning to study. We all have different learning styles and thus, it is important to identify the study routine that works best for you. What worked for me may not work for other students. But if I were to share one study habit that greatly helped me survive medical school, it is the habit of planning and making a schedule. Planning ahead and identifying my target accomplishments for the day or the week made me more efficient and focused on my activities. Photo courtesy of Jessica Perez. Another survival tip is to allow yourself to rest, as well as to allot quality time with family and friends, and on your hobbies. These will help you keep your sanity and will give you a boost to face yet another week of unending lectures, duties, and exams. My advice to make this possible would be to: 1) actively listen during lectures; 2) limit your time for browsing your social media accounts; and 3) prioritize sleep (you absorb and understand better what you are reading with a clear mind). I also maximized my study hours during weekdays (or on allotted study days) so that I could go home to Rizal and spend time with my family in the other days. All these helped me maintain balance between studies and life outside medical school. Last but definitely one most important advice that I want to share is to have a deeper reason for what you do. Why are you studying medicine? Whenever I felt exhausted having to study for an exam even after a tiring hospital duty, I always went back to why I was here. I always reminded myself not to study just to pass the exams, but to study so that you will be a competent and excellent doctor for your future patients; study so that you can be part of a better healthcare system that you have always wanted. When we have a purpose that goes beyond us, things will still be difficult, but you will have the courage to overcome whatever obstacle you will face. Plans after graduation After graduating and passing the Physician Licensure Examination this October 2023, I plan to apply to the Internal Medicine residency program at the UP Philippine General Hospital. In the future, I also want to enter the academe as a professor and to participate in activities, programs, and advocacies directed to the service of marginalized communities and to the betterment of our healthcare system. Photo collage courtesy of Jessica Perez. Looking back on my journey Work hard, be patient, and do not give up on your dreams, even if it would take time realizing them. There will be detours and things will not always be in your favor. But be steadfast and trust that God’s plan is the best plan. Looking back on my journey, I now realize why God had to delay my admission to medical school. It was at the right time for me, when there was a CGMS (Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges) to largely subsidize our tuition fee knowing that I might not be able to finish my medical education due to financial constraints. I was taught by the most excellent professors who nurtured and inspired us to do our best as future physicians. I met my friends who have supported me and believed in me even in times when I myself doubted my own capabilities. They made my stay in UPCM worthwhile and much more bearable. Trust that the failures, rejections, frustrations, and “unanswered” prayers we encounter are part of the process to prepare us for the best things in life. May we always uphold honor, integrity, and excellence whatever path we choose. May we all live a life of purpose, a life directed to the service of others. Kudos at Padayon, mga Doktor Para sa Bayan, Kasama ng Bayan! ———- Written by Dr. Jessica Franco Perez for the UP Pagtatapos 2023 microsite. https://up.edu.ph/pagtatapos-2023/ Source: https://up.edu.ph/doktor-para-sa-bayan-kasama-ng-bayan/ |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/ups-oar-convenes-its-first-hybrid-alumni-relations-committee-conference/ | UPS-OAR convenes its first hybrid Alumni Relations Committee Conference – UP Alumni Website | UPS-OAR convenes its first hybrid Alumni Relations Committee Conference November 10, 2022 The University of the Philippines System – Office of Alumni Relations (UPS-OAR) convened its first hybrid Alumni Relations Committee (ARC) on November 09-10, 2022, at the University Hotel, UP Diliman, Quezon City. Attended by CU Alumni Officers and Directors, University Registrars, ITDC, and Principals in UP High schools, the committee builds on the achievements from past ARC Conventions and reaffirms partnerships and collaborations in seamlessly providing and exchanging information of UP alumni. Additionally, the ARC convention plans for the UP President’s Oblation Awards 2023, which is a special award given by the UP President to recognize UP alumni and friends (individuals, organizations, and institutions) who have rendered significant support and service to the University of the Philippines. This convention will also address new concerns of the OARs, OURs, ITDC, and Computer Center. |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-naming-mahal-a-valentine-special/ | “UP Naming Mahal: A Valentine Special” – UP Alumni Website | “UP Naming Mahal: A Valentine Special” May 8, 2021 A virtual valentine celebrations of UPAAA and UPAA New Jersey on February 12, 2021 titled, “UP Naming Mahal: A Valentine Special”. |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/upaaa-past-president-daisy-rodriguez-meets-meets-with-vice-president-for-public-affairs-elena-pernia-avp-wendell-capili-and-oar-director-rica-abad/ | UPAAA past president Daisy Rodriguez meets meets with Vice President for Public Affairs Elena Pernia, AVP Wendell Capili, and OAR Director Rica Abad – UP Alumni Website | UPAAA past president Daisy Rodriguez meets meets with Vice President for Public Affairs Elena Pernia, AVP Wendell Capili, and OAR Director Rica Abad May 19, 2022 From L-R: AVP Wendell Capili, VP Elena Pernia, Peter Magalit, UPAA past President Daisy Rodriguez, and OAR Director Rica Abad UP Alumni Association in America (UPAAA) past president and California-based UP Nursing alumna Daisy Magalit Rodriguez meets with Vice President for Public Affairs Elena Pernia, AVP Wendell Capili, and OAR Director Rica Abad. Photo by AVP Wendell Capili |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/upv-college-of-management-batch-92-attends-2023-alumni-homecoming/ | UPV College of Management Batch ’92 attends 2023 Alumni Homecoming – UP Alumni Website | UPV College of Management Batch ’92 attends 2023 Alumni Homecoming August 29, 2023 The UPV Batch 1992 representatives shares their pictures from the 2023 College of Management Alumni Homecoming Dinner held last August 19, 2023 on College of Management Grounds. Photos from Arnold Paulo Ermitaño |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/a-up-golden-jubilarian-looks-back/ | A UP golden jubilarian looks back – UP Alumni Website | A UP golden jubilarian looks back September 18, 2023 By Jingjing Villanueva- Romero Last Aug. 20, six in-denial Goldies swinging, swaying and shaking their (oversized) booties and worn-out knees to the tunes of “Bongga Ka Day,” “Macho, Macho Man” and “Bonggahan”: Sessie Tible-Caoyonan, lawyer Rowena Daroy-Morales, Jun Sabug, the author, Minnie Banez-San Juan and Dr. Carol Israel-Sobritchea The most turbulent period of the University of the Philippines’ (UP) history was recorded during our era in the 1970s. The First Quarter Storm happened. The suspension of habeas corpus was declared and the announcement of martial law caught us all by surprise. Yet the indomitable spirit of UP survived all these. Yes, we attended teach-ins and discussion groups (DGs), held vigils, joined rallies and marches. The UP community stood their ground against the police and military takeover of the campus. Many survived teargas attacks. There were those who learned to manufacture molotov cocktails in the basement of Kamia Residence Hall. And there were those who initiated boycotts and strikes. While my friends and schoolmates went to all these mass actions, coming home trembling and hungry, I was restricted from participating because my father was with the military then. Stories abound of friends and comrades who went home barefoot, out of breath from running away from the antiriot patrols. Among my fellow UP students, there were those who landed in jail and got beaten up by the police during demonstration dispersals. The more patriotic and brave ones went underground. Sadly, many never came back. They were either missing in action, perished during bloody encounters or were “salvaged” beyond recognition. We grieve for these young heroes and heroines to this day. We remember them. We honor them. We will never forget them. ‘Peyups’ way Meanwhile, within the Diliman Republic, we followed our parents’ wishes and their sacrifice, so that we may pursue higher education, obtain our university degrees and serve a bigger purpose for the benefit of our country. Of course, apart from studying hard, we also lived our university years on campus and had fun in our free time. Against the backdrop of martial law and curfews, campus life eventually had some semblance of normalcy. The campus administration and the various student organizations laid out activities beyond lessons that were taught in classrooms. UP president Jijil Jimenez (fourth from right) and UPAA president Robert Aranton (third from right) with the 2023 jubilarian honorees All these were designed for us to grow the ‘Peyups’ way. The UP Delta Lambda Sigma sisterhood, the political committee of the UP Residence Halls Association and UP Christian Youth Movement were some of the organizations in the university where I lived. These organizations nurtured me and contributed to my growing up as a young idealistic AB Broadcast Communication student. We lived through our university years, developing a taste for a broad range of experiences among the dizzying choices of what the university offered us. Where we lacked certain skills, specialty clubs were set up to help, with math problems and the like. One may end up not only mastering the subject but gaining a college sweetheart, as well! For a taste of the finer things in life, we trooped to free concerts, movies and performances at the Abelardo Hall, UP Theater, College of Arts and Sciences Theater, or the Dulaang Kapiterya of the UP Institute of Mass Communication—with our significant others or friends and classmates. Campus romances blossomed and thrived—and lasted/settled in domestic bliss through all these years. The ill-fated ones, while many have ended up at the altar, are now just bittersweet memories of one’s youth’s folly. Academic freedom The UP professors encouraged us to be voracious readers, to be deep thinkers, to keep our ears close to the ground, and to identify the community or organization we chose to serve. All our mentors inculcated in us the love of country and national pride. It has been in our DNA to appreciate what it means and what it takes to be proudly Filipino. The author and Nena De Leon-Paler are first in line in the “ikot” jeep, the fastest mode of transport from building to building. The fare for one ride in the ’70s was 5 centavos. Free thinkers. Philosophers. Debaters. Activists. Leftists. Conservatives. Regionalists. Social Democrats. Greek-lettered society loyalists. Sophists. Fence-sitters. Free loaders. Regardless of what badge we carried, academic freedom allowed us to sit in the classroom for traditional learning, or knock down those walls to learn from the masses. We learned to be streetsmart. We learned to adapt in volatile, complex and sometimes ambiguous situations. Through perseverance, many, if not all, allowed us to graduate and be the change agents, enablers and capability-builders of our country. Born in the generation of baby boomers, flower people, and “make love not war” champions, we were in UP in the most interesting of times. Natural-born leaders Yet, many of us never really “left” the university despite holding prestigious and/or servant leadership roles in different sectors and industries. Whether in the political arena, in government, in business and industry, in the academe, in arts/heritage/socio-cultural development, in NGOs, in mass media, we served as natural born leaders. Now as golden jubilarians, we continue to serve to this day. The golden jubilarians after receiving their golden medallions from UPAA last Aug. 20 The experiences we had in the 1970s had us gravitating back to the UP Diliman campus, not just through the years, but through five decades. We have witnessed how the university has evolved, how activism has ebbed and flowed through the youngblood of the many Iskolar ng Bayan, and how the graduates feed our country’s and international workforce with a diverse group of talents. We can at least speak of what to expect in the future as we have half a century of learnings to pass on. Many of us will continue to have a strong desire to serve, regardless of how far we go, how far our ambitions take us. Welcomed by the bright yellow sunflowers along University Avenue on the approach to the Oblation, in front of Quezon Hall (Administration Building), we anticipate coming home. 1972: Eleanor Drilon-Gregorio, Nena De Leon-Paler, Cecille Carreon-Eco and the author at the Oblation Plaza. The present fountain was a later addition. Count on us to be there in alumni gatherings and reunions to pay tribute to UP Naming Mahal, just like we did last Sunday, Aug. 20, where together with my batchmates, we joined the revelry for the diamond, golden, ruby and silver jubilarians. As a proud golden jubilarian this year, I look forward to celebrating as a diamond jubilarian in 10 years’ time. And yes, together with my batchmates, we plan to present another performance that will surely bring the house down again! The author, a member of UP Diliman AB Broadcast Communication Class of ‘73, is a retired publicist. Source: https://lifestyle.inquirer.net/473281/a-up-golden-jubilarian-looks-back/ |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/pinoy-inventor-investigates-abaca-spacesuits-and-other-nanotech-innovations/ | Pinoy inventor investigates abaca spacesuits and other nanotech innovations – UP Alumni Website | Pinoy inventor investigates abaca spacesuits and other nanotech innovations November 20, 2023 Nanotechnology is a bustling field that opens the door to innovation across a wide variety of industries, from fashion and clothing to health and wellness. With this in mind, Dr. Gil Nonato Santos launched the iNano Research Facility in 2006. iNano aims to provide nanotech-related services to academic institutions and industries, from manufacturing nanoparticles to nano-coating materials. Its diverse range of projects includes an abaca fabric coated with nanocomposites that can be used for spacesuits. Another project is focused on detecting lung diseases such as active tuberculosis, which affects 10 million people worldwide. Dr. Gil Nonato Santos, head of DLSU’s iNano Research Facility, demonstrates a cost-effective tuberculosis test that uses nanotechnology to detect telltale compounds in a patient’s breath. (Photo credit: Dr. Gil Nonato Santos) Dr. Santos received his doctorate from the University of the Philippines – Diliman National Institute of Physics (UPD-CS NIP). He is currently a full professor at De La Salle University – Laguna (DLSU-Laguna) and a visiting professor at Osaka University. Based out of DLSU-Laguna, iNano has collaborations with institutions and companies across the globe, including a prestigious partnership with Integrated Microelectronics Inc. (IMI), a global company that manufactures electronics and semiconductor supplies, and support from USAID. iNano also has collaborations with the Lung Center of the Philippines and National Taiwan University. More of iNano’s achievements and goals will be discussed by Dr. Santos at the next iStories session on Monday, November 20, at 4:00 PM. He will give his talk at the CS Admin Auditorium and will also be live streamed on Zoom. To join, you may register through this link: https://bit.ly/iStories6 iStories is a series of monthly innovation-themed talks, storytelling, and activities featuring local and international scientists. The initiative aims to ignite the creativity and inventiveness of young scientists not just from UPD-CS but also from other institutes inside and outside of UP. For inquiries about iStories, please message a[email protected] For interview requests and other media concerns, please contact [email protected] |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-alumnus-in-the-fiba-hall-of-fame/ | UP Alumnus in the FIBA Hall of Fame – UP Alumni Website | UP Alumnus in the FIBA Hall of Fame October 4, 2023 by Ken Russell M. Peñaflor Dionisio Calvo (Photo from FIBA.Basketball) There are only two Filipino basketball players who made it to the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Hall of Fame: the legendary Carlos “Caloy” Loyzaga (2023), and Dionisio Calvo (2007) who is an alumnus of the University of the Philippines. FIBA is the world governing body for basketball founded in 1932. The federation awards the Hall of Fame to great individuals who played key roles in shaping the history of this well-known sport. To belong to this distinguished list is an honor that Dionisio Calvo, a graduate of the University of the Philippines Los Baños (BS Agriculture 1926), has conferred upon the country and his alma mater. Calvo, or “Chito” to his acquaintances, was enshrined as a member of the FIBA Hall of Fame in the Contributor category on March 1, 2007, and he belonged to the pioneering batch that received this prestigious award. A man of various contributions to the basketball community, Chito proved that he is worthy of such a great title. He was part of the University of the Philippines basketball team that won the championship title in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) back in 1926. Coach Chito was praised by the players he mentored. He was described as a very skilled tactician and a firm yet soft-spoken coach. He is considered one of the greatest, if not the best, pre-war basketball coaches, having commanded many teams. He coached the Philippine Basketball National Team in two Olympic games; one in Berlin in 1936, where they ranked 5th, and in London in 1948. Coach Chito also led the Philippine team that clinched the championship at the 1951 Asian Games in New Delhi. Chito ignited the love of basketball for a wider audience when he co-founded the Asian Basketball Confederation, which is currently known as FIBA Asia, giving more opportunities to players to be part of the international basketball community. Chitos’s passion, determination, and perseverance in helping the Philippine team and improving basketball earned him a place as a record holder in FIBA. His legacy will never be forgotten and will serve as an inspiration to the current brood of basketball players such as his former team, the UP Fighting Maroons, in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 86 that kicked off on September 30, 2023 (Saturday). Dionisio “Chito” Calvo is indeed a distinguished alumnus and Atleta ng Bayan. Sources: https://www.fiba.basketball/ and PH Sports Bureau Facebook |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/the-up-office-of-alumni-relations-is-now-on-social-media-2/ | The UP Office of Alumni Relations is now on social media! – UP Alumni Website | The UP Office of Alumni Relations is now on social media! May 31, 2023 📣 The UP Office of Alumni Relations is now on social media! To get the latest updates on the University and Alumni events, programs, and opportunities for engagements and donations, follow us on our social media accounts: Facebook: @official.upoar Instagram: @official.upoar Twitter: @official_upoar #connectingUPalumni |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/nominations-are-now-open-for-the-board-and-officers-of-the-upou-alumni-foundation-inc-from-2024-2026/ | Nominations are now open for the board and officers of the UPOU Alumni Foundation Inc. from 2024-2026! – UP Alumni Website | Nominations are now open for the board and officers of the UPOU Alumni Foundation Inc. from 2024-2026! October 18, 2023 Nominations are now open for the board and officers of the UPOU Alumni Foundation Inc. from 2024-2026! The University of the Philippines Open University Alumni Foundation Inc. (UPOUAFI) will be conducting a Chapter Election from 23 October to 12 November 2023 to select new leaders who will represent the UPOU alumni community. We would like to seek your nomination on who will be the next UPOU Officials. The officials must have the following qualifications: -Candidate must be a graduate of a degree program (associate’s, graduate diploma, or MA) under UP Open University. -Candidate may be nominated by any member including him/herself -Candidate must possess good leadership skills -Candidate must be able to represent the alumni body -Candidate must not have committed an offense or violation Link to ballot here: https://url.upou.edu.ph/Alumni-Officers-Nomination Source: UP Open University (UPOU) Facebook |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/up-launches-fe-parajas-israel-benito-scholarship/ | UP Launches Fe Parajas Israel Benito Scholarship – UP Alumni Website | UP Launches Fe Parajas Israel Benito Scholarship October 24, 2023 Five students from College of Social Work and Community Development receives the certificates of scholarship awarded by UP official. Last October 23, 2023, the Fe Parajas Israel Benito Scholarship Fund was launched at the Bulwagang Tandang Sora. Five deserving students from the College of Social Work and Community Development received the certificates of scholarship awarded by UP officials. The awardees were Brandt Ivann Paul U. Aquino, Jedidiah M. Apolinario, Adeza Ann EM. Azares, Perrie A. Rejuso, and John Bryan R. Salamanca. Dean Lenore Polotan-Dela Cruz of the College of Social Work and Community Development (CSWCD) opened the program while Assistant Vice President for Public Affairs, Dr. Jeanette Yasol-Naval shared the inspiring story behind the endowment. Scholarship benefactor Ted I. Benito joined the launch through Zoom. Scholarship benefactor Ted I. Benito joins the launch through Zoom. To honor the legacy of his mother, Director/Producer Ted I. Benito generously contributed to help support CSWCD students in accomplishing their academic endeavors. Thus, the Fe Parajas Israel Benito Scholarship Fund was born. It seeks to provide financial aid for students who are taking Bachelor of Science in Community Development (BSCD) and Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW). Fe Parajas Israel Benito (UPD, AB Major in Social Work 1954) was actively involved in various charities, which greatly contributed to the development of Filipino communities in the Philippines and abroad. She was also an active member of the Filipino American community in Los Angeles, helping enrich the Filipino culture even on foreign soil. She was also the first Filipino recipient of the prestigious Cardinal’s Award, which honors leaders of the Catholic community for their services. Singer and songwriter Mr. Martin Nievera delivers an inspiring speech to the Fe Parajas Israel Benito scholars. The scholarship program is a joint effort of Mr. Ted Benito and family, the College of Social Work and Community Development (CSWCD), the UP Alumni Association of Greater Los Angeles (UPAAGLA), the Office of Scholarships and Grants (OSG), which is under the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (OVCSA), and the Office of the Vice President for Public Affairs, UP Office of Alumni Relations (UP-OAR). To help expand scholarship opportunities for the UP Community, you may contact the Office of Alumni Relations for donations and other project partnerships through [email protected] or visit https://alum.up.edu.ph/. Text by: Ken Russell M. Peñaflor Photos by: Jomari C. Valdez and Ken Russell M. Peñaflor |
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https://alum.up.edu.ph/in-memoriam/ | IN MEMORIAM – UP Alumni Website | IN MEMORIAM Dr. Manuel B. Agulto, UP Manila Chancellor from 2011-2014 It is with our deepest sorrow to share the news that former Chancellor Dr. Manuel B. Agulto passed awayon 18... Read More Dr. Carmen Gloria Diaz de Ventanilla (1935-2023) The professors, students and former students of the Department of European Languages of the University of the Philippines mourn the... Read More Amanda “AK” Legasto (1977-2023) Today, we mourn the loss of one of our seers — Amanda “AK” Legasto — an amazing team mate and... Read More Asst. Prof. Ma. Reina “Ma’am Beng” Boro-Magbanua (1969-2023) The UPLB Department of Social Sciences mourns the passing of our very own Asst. Prof. Ma. Reina “Ma’am Beng” Boro-Magbanua. Read More Prof. Cynthia J. Ticao (1956-2023) The UPV community extends its deepest sympathies to the family of Prof. Cynthia J. Ticao, PhD, who passed away today,... Read More Farewell (Dr. Priscelina Patajo Legasto; Dr. Virginia Bonoan Dandan) UP Diliman (UPD) remembers two of its respected and beloved faculty members: Priscelina Patajo Legasto, PhD of the UPD College... Read More Load More |
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https://alum.up.edu.ph/alumni-stories/ | ALUMNI STORIES – UP Alumni Website | STORIES This section contains feature profiles of interesting UP alumni about their life or their significant contributions to the community. Pinoy inventor investigates abaca spacesuits and other nanotech innovations Nanotechnology is a bustling field that opens the door to innovation across a wide variety of industries, from fashion and... Read More UP Alumnus in the FIBA Hall of Fame There are only two Filipino basketball players who made it to the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Hall of Fame: the... Read More A UP golden jubilarian looks back By Jingjing Villanueva- Romero The most turbulent period of the University of the Philippines’ (UP) history was recorded during our... Read More Doktor Para sa Bayan, Kasama ng Bayan I am Jessica Franco Perez, 32 years old, from San Mateo, Rizal. I studied BS Nutrition in UP Los Baños... Read More Love life and don’t give up I am Hannah Patricia E. Bringas, a graduate of Doctor of Dental Medicine of the UP College of Dentistry. I... Read More Finding your own groove My name is Virgilio Roi C. Adaptar, 24 years old, born and raised in Davao City, and people call me... Read More Load More |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/gallery/ | Gallery – UP Alumni Website | GALLERY UPV College of Management Batch ’92 attends 2023 Alumni Homecoming The UPV Batch 1992 representatives shares their pictures from the 2023 College of Management Alumni Homecoming Dinner held last August... Read More UPS-OAR convenes its first hybrid Alumni Relations Committee Conference The University of the Philippines System – Office of Alumni Relations (UPS-OAR) convened its first hybrid Alumni Relations Committee (ARC)... Read More UPAAA past president Daisy Rodriguez meets meets with Vice President for Public Affairs Elena Pernia, AVP Wendell Capili, and OAR Director Rica Abad UP Alumni Association in America (UPAAA) past president and California-based UP Nursing alumna Daisy Magalit Rodriguez meets with Vice President... Read More “UP Naming Mahal: A Valentine Special” A virtual valentine celebrations of UPAAA and UPAA New Jersey on February 12, 2021 titled, “UP Naming Mahal: A Valentine... Read More Briefing with UPAA Netherlands with VP Elena E. Pernia on Feb. 13, 2021 Briefing with UPAA Netherlands with VP Elena E. Pernia on Feb. 13, 2021 Read More “Alay Kay Inay: A Virtual Mother’s Day Concert” A celebration titled, “Alay Kay Inay: A Virtual Mother’s Day Concert” held Saturday, May 08, 2021. Photo from UPAAA, UPAA... Read More Load More |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/about/ | ABOUT THE OFFICE OF ALUMNI RELATIONS – UP Alumni Website | ABOUT THE OFFICE OF ALUMNI RELATIONS Created in 1961 and established in 1964 under the Office of the President, the Office of Alumni Relations (OAR) serves as the link between the alumni and the rest of the academic community. The OAR seeks to encourage the maximum participation, involvement, support, and commitment of the alumni to the University of the Philippines’ social mission. It assists the UP and its Alumni Association (UPAA) in identifying, cultivating, and involving the alumni in institutional and alumni programs, events and activities. It also represents the UP and the UPAA at institutional and alumni programs, events, and activities both locally, on-and off-campus, and foreign venues whenever possible. Its objectives include: to ensure quality service for the UP and its Alumni to actively promote a positive image of the UP to its Alumni to maintain the loyalty, goodwill, and support of the Alumni to the University’s programs and projects to encourage, facilitate, and enhance professional and social networking between UP, UPAA, and Friends Mission The UPS-OAR serves as an active link between UP alumni and the rest of the academic community in order to encourage the maximum participation, involvement, support, and commitment of these individuals to the goals and mission of the University of the Philippines (UP). Vision To effectively act as a liaison between UP and its external publics, especially its alumni — to ensure their active participation, involvement, support and commitment vis-à-vis UP’s social mission. OAR Directors Term Tomas S. Fonacier (Executive Director) 1964-1973 May M. Caballero-Dumlao 1973-1982 Armando D. Alvarez (OIC-Director) 1982-1984 Leonardo D. De Castro 1984-1989 Fe L. Rodriguez-Arcinas 1989-1993 Sonia M. Joaquin-Valenciano 1994-1996 Carmelita S. Caparros-Ramirez 1997-2003 Priscelina Patajo-Legasto (AVPPA and Director) 2003-2005 Lydia T. Rodriguez-Arcellana (AVPPA and Director) 2005-2011 Jose Wendell P. Capili (AVPPA and Director) 10 February 2011 – 1 March 2017 Ranjit Singh Rye (AVPPA and Director) 1 March 2017- 31 December 2017 Jose Wendell P. Capili (AVPPA and Director) 1 January 2018 – 28 April 2019 Ma. Angelica D. Abad (AVPPA and Director) 29 April 2019 – 10 February 2023 Jeanette L. Yasol-Naval (AVPPA and Director) Karen Connie M. Abalos-Orendain, Ph.D (Director) 1 April 2023 – 31 September 2023 October 1 – Present OAR Services for Alumni Maintains Data Bank of Alumni Records Recognizes Alumni Achievements Collects and Disseminates News/Information Assists the UPAA in Fund Campaigns, Homecomings & Reunions, Scholarships, Professorial Chairs & Faculty Grants Networks with Alumni Chapters and Friends Recruits volunteers, speakers, and leaders Maintains and updates The Carillon (the web page of The Carillon Newsletter) as well as the OAR website Assists Alumni Institutes, Continuing Education, Extramural Studies, and the Ugnayan ng Pahinungod/Oblation Corps Service Programs Establishes government relations network OAR Strategic Plan 2021-2023 Organizational Chart Process Workflow You may check the process workflows by clicking this LINK. Office Operations Manual You may access the Office Operations Manual by clicking this LINK. Privacy Notice for Alumni You may access the Privacy Notice for Alumni by clicking this LINK. Guidelines on Posting on OAR website Requirements: 1. All accredited Alumni Associations, OAR in CUs, UP Offices and Individual Alumni may submit their request for posting through email at [email protected] 2. Stories and/or photos must be related to alumni activities* 3. Photos must be sent with short description 4. Once approved by in charge staff, you will receive the link of the posted material through your email. What to post in the alumni page: In Memoriam: UP alumni who passed away *submitted post must have written permission of any family member Events Calendar/Projects: Activities of Accredited UP Alumni Associations (local & international) and OAR CUs *complete details of the program/project/activity with your chapter’s contact information where your intended participants and guests may contact you directly for queries and other concerns *Brochure/Infographic/Flyer of your event. News/Announcements: UPAA Awards, Homecoming, UP system projects, Annual Awarding Ceremony Stories: Featuring the achievements and milestones of UP alumni; and initiatives of OAR in all CUs Gallery: Photos of visiting Officers from different UPAA chapters with UP Officials, events of OAR in all CUs |
https://alum.up.edu.ph/ | UP Alumni Website | GIVE TO UP THE CARILLON ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONS ALUMNI EMAIL ACCOUNT ALUMNI PROFILE UPDATING SYSTEM ALUMNI ONLINE SERVICES NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS UP Launches Fe Parajas Israel Benito Scholarship Last October 23, 2023, the Fe Parajas Israel Benito Scholarship Fund was launched at the Bulwagang Tandang Sora. Five deserving... Read More Nominations are now open for the board and officers of the UPOU Alumni Foundation Inc. from 2024-2026! UPOU Alumni Foundation Inc. (UPOUAFI) will be conducting a Chapter Election from 23 October to 12 November 2023 to select... Read More The UP Office of Alumni Relations is now on social media! To get the latest updates on the University and Alumni events, programs, and opportunities for engagements and donations, follow us... Read More THE CARILLON 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 fellowalumni, 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. Learn More GIVE TO UP CARILLON MAGAZINE FUND FEATURED ALUMNI Pinoy inventor investigates abaca spacesuits and other nanotech innovations Nanotechnology is a bustling field that opens the door to innovation across a wide variety of industries, from fashion and... Read More UP Alumnus in the FIBA Hall of Fame There are only two Filipino basketball players who made it to the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) Hall of Fame: the... Read More A UP golden jubilarian looks back By Jingjing Villanueva- Romero The most turbulent period of the University of the Philippines’ (UP) history was recorded during our... Read More KAAGAPAY UP LINKS |
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