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Ortiz couple donates a 6-HP air conditioning unit to UP Visayas University Library

July 3, 2023

Ms. Ninfa Bandorio







Dr. Arcadio F. Ortiz, Jr., M.D., UP Class of 1957 and wife Dr. Josefina B. Pison-Ortiz, M.D., UP Class of 1961, donated a 6-HP air conditioner to UP Visayas University Library. The aircon costs more or less Php190,000.00.

Dr. Ruth Pison, niece of the donor, facilitated the purchase of the said donation as gift to UP Visayas. The aircon was installed in the University Archives section of the University Library located at the new library building in the Miagao campus.

The donation was made possible through the resourcefulness of Ms. Analiza S. Galang-Linaugo, University Librarian.

Photos from UP Visayas Facebook

Source: https://www.upv.edu.ph/index.php/news/ortiz-couple-donates-a-6-hp-air-conditioning-unit-to-up-visayas-university-library

Chan couple of Ontario, Canada donates library materials and supplies to UP Visayas University Library

Ms. Ninfa Bandorio





More photos on UP Visayas Facebook

Dr. Eliseo Chan and wife Estelita Chan donated a total of 68 volumes of books, including the 24 volumes of the World Book Encyclopedia, and supplies such as file folder boxes and plastic folder organizers to UP Visayas University Library.

They are both alumni of the University of the Philippines. Dr. Eliseo Chan obtained his Bachelor and Master degrees in Physics from the University of the Philippines. He completed his PhD in Physics at Ohio University while on a teaching assistantship. After obtaining applied experience in Buffalo, New York and a Post Doctoral Research appointment in Australia, Eliseo immigrated to Canada and married his wife Estelita, whom he met while still in the Philippines. The couple was blessed with twin sons. Eliseo has worked for Ontario Hydro since 1978 as a nuclear specialist.

Estelita, on the other hand, finished her BA in Political Science at the University of the Philippines through a scholarship grant. She obtained her Master of Education degree at Ohio University, where she joined her husband. The couple moved to Canada in pursuit of their education, careers, and an improved lifestyle. Estelita has been working for the Legislative Assembly of Ontario since 1977. (With sources from donors)

Source: https://www.upv.edu.ph/index.php/news/chan-couple-of-ontario-canada-donates-library-materials-and-supplies-to-up-visayas-university-library

UPAA Cebu chapter welcomes new Board of Trustees

June 26, 2023









On Friday, June 23, 2023, the University of the Philippines Alumni Association (UPAA) Cebu Chapter marked a significant moment with the induction of its new Board of Trustees.

The evening began with Atty. Ria Lidia Espina, the outgoing President, recounting the accomplishments of the outgoing board of trustees. UP Cebu Chancellor Atty. Leo B. Malagar presented the outgoing trustees with Certificates of Appreciation for their invaluable contributions to UP Cebu.

The new board was formally sworn in by Chancellor Malagar. The newly-inducted President, Marylou “Lotlot” Labrador-Neri, graciously accepted her role, delivering an acceptance speech that inspired hope and promise for the tenure of the new board. Both Labrador-Neri, who studied Bachelor of Business Management, and Chancellor Malagar, who studied Political Science, are from the UP Cebu Class of 1991.

The alumni association plays a pivotal role in the development of UP Cebu, supporting the institution through various initiatives that aim to enrich the campus, bolster its programs, and strengthen the bond among its alumni. The new board is expected to uphold this tradition and help realize the vision-mission of UP Cebu as expressed by and under the leadership of Chancellor Leo Malagar.

Key matters such as the provision of Sablays during graduation, turnover of documents, and the status of the Alumni office were discussed during the meeting. The event was brought to a close with inspiring remarks by Dr. Bryan Albert Lim (UP Cebu BS Biology Class of 2005), Vice President of the UPAA Cebu Chapter.

With the induction of the new board, the UPAA Cebu Chapter is embarking on a new journey of contributing to the growth and development of UP Cebu.

[Photos contributed by Atty. Emi Rose S. Remoroza-Parcon, UPAAC Trustee and Secretary]

Source: University of the Philippines Cebu Facebook

UP College of Pharmacy Alumni Association holds first hybrid Alumni Homecoming

Picture from UP College of Pharmacy Alumni Association Facebook

🎉 Thank you for making the First Hybrid UP College of Pharmacy Alumni Homecoming an incredible success! 🎓🌟

We are immensely grateful to everyone who joined us for the First Hybrid UP College of Pharmacy Alumni Homecoming on June 17, 2023. Your presence and active participation made the event truly memorable. 🙌

Relive the amazing moments by accessing the official videos and photographs from the event through this link: https://bit.ly/UPCP_AH_2023. Take a stroll down memory lane and cherish the memories we created together. 📸🎥

A special thank you goes to Class 98′, our esteemed silver jubilarians and honorees. We also extend our congratulations to all the jubilarians and alumni who graced the event and actively participated. Your contributions and achievements exemplify the strength of our alumni community. 🎉🥳

We express our heartfelt appreciation to President Hazel Faye R. Docuyanan of the Alumni Association and President Maria Rosario Barangan of the Alumni Foundation, along with their dedicated board of trustees. Your invaluable service from 2021 to 2023 has propelled our alma mater to new heights. 👏🌟

We also want to extend our warmest congratulations to all the awardees and the newly elected board of trustees of the UPCP alumni association and the UPCP Alumni Foundation. Your contributions and commitment to our alma mater are truly inspiring. 🏆👏 We look forward to your leadership and vision in guiding our alumni association toward greater heights. 🤝✨

A special thank you goes out to all the donors and sponsors who have shown their love and support for the UP College of Pharmacy. Your generosity plays a vital role in ensuring the continued growth and success of our institution. Thank you for making a difference! 🙌❤️

Congratulations to the winners of the raffle prizes and Bingo games! Your enthusiasm added an extra level of excitement to the event. 🎉🎁

Our gratitude extends to the organizing team for their tireless efforts in ensuring the event’s success. Special recognition goes to President Hazel for the leadership, Dean Bang Capule for the invaluable support, Ma’am Meg, the ARO, for her oversight of the event, as well as Ma’am Menchie, Ma’am Daisy, and Ma’am Mel, and all the dedicated Admin staff for their meticulous handling of logistics. We also want to thank Sir Vince, the head of the IT committee, for making the hybrid setup possible. Acknowledgments go to Ma’am Yana and Ma’am Bea from the registration team, Ma’am Gerry for the catering, PharmJAM for their beautiful musical performances, and all the other committee members who contributed their time and expertise. Your dedication is truly appreciated! 🙏❤️

We hope you had a fantastic time reconnecting with old friends, reminiscing about the good old days, and forging new connections. Your enthusiasm and support mean the world to us! ❤️

As we wrap up this year’s festivities, we kindly invite you to share your feedback, suggestions, concerns, and ideas to help us make future events even better. Don’t hesitate to reach out to our Alumni Relations Officer at [email protected]. We value your input! 📩💡

Once again, we express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the First Hybrid UP College of Pharmacy Alumni Homecoming. Let’s continue to foster strong connections and support one another. See you next year! 🎉🤝 #UPPharmacyAlumniHomecoming #honoRXcellence #UPCP

Source: UP College of Pharmacy Alumni Association, Inc. Facebook

Become a Peer Support Volunteer!



The UPD Ugnayan ng Pahinungod is a constituent office of the UP System Ugnayan ng Pahinungod which serves as the institutional system-wide volunteer service program of the University of the Philippines. It aims to articulate the social responsibility of UP as a national university to serve the Filipino people, while also serving as a values education program for the students, faculty, staff, and alumni of the University to develop and manifest their love of the country.

They extend their invitation to everyone regarding their Peer Support Training Batch 5, which is a capacity building activity designed to equip prospective Peer Support Volunteers (PSVs) with knowledge and skills on basic psychosocial support. Those that completed the training and are willing to proceed as volunteers will provide peer support to distressed individuals via the Free Psychosocial Support Service of the office.

Below are the important details regarding the event:

Training Dates (Face-to-Face):

Wednesday, July 12, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 13, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday, July 14, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Training Venue:

Bulwagang Tandang Sora, College of Social Work and Community Development , U.P. Diliman

Follow-Up Kumustahan Session Dates (via Zoom):

Tuesday, July 18, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, July 25, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 1, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

To secure your place in this event, kindly take a moment to fill out the registration form by clicking on the following link: [https://tinyurl.com/PST-Batch5]

Additionally, we encourage you to view and share the original Facebook post to help spread awareness and engage others in this meaningful endeavor. You can find the post by visiting the following link: [https://www.facebook.com/updpahinungod2/posts/210186801900908]

If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact them at their official email: [email protected]

Urgent Hiring! One (1) Junior Project Assistant

May 31, 2023
Be part of the UP Office of Alumni Relations family!
We are looking for one (1) qualified individual to fill the Junior Project Assistant (JPA) position in the UPS-OAR. Interested applicants may send their application packets to [email protected] on or before June 15, 2023.

 

Position: Junior Project Assistant (JPA) (Salary Grade 13)
Nature of Appointment: Contract of Service
Place of Assignment: UP Office of Alumni Relations

 

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Create and manage official social media accounts and website,
  • Create posts on all social media platforms and website; including writing and editing for the promotion of programs, activities, and other alumni related events;
  • Respond to queries received on the social media accounts;
  • Develop social media content plan that is consistent with the University’s identity;
  • Prepare monthly reports to monitor and evaluate the social media platforms and website performances;
  • Keep up to date on the best practices and emerging trends in social media and website; and
  • Perform other administrative tasks that may be assigned by the director.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job,
  • At least two years of relevant experience;
  • Proficient in using Adobe Creative Cloud Applications;
  • Proficient in using MS Office Applications and virtual collaboration tools;
  • Must have excellent written communication skills; and
  • Must have a thorough understanding of social media management and strategies.

How to apply?
Interested applicants should submit a copy of the following requirements to [email protected] using this subject line format:
Application for Junior Project Assistant – [Last name], [First name]

 

  • Letter of Application addressed to:

Jeanette L. Yasol-Naval, Ph.D.
Assistant Vice President for Public Affairs
Director for Office of Alumni Relations

 

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Certificate/s of training attended and portfolio of work (if any)
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