University of the Philippines Cebu

Broadcast Relevance and Public Trust in the Digital Age brings together media practitioners, educators, and students for a seminar-workshop on journalism, artificial intelligence, ethics, and responsible broadcasting on June 24–26, 2026, at the University of the Philippines Cebu.

The Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP), in partnership with UP Cebu College of Communication, Art, and Design - CCAD, organizes this three-day upskilling initiative that aims to strengthen professional competencies in navigating emerging technologies, upholding ethical standards, and fostering public trust in an evolving media landscape.

The program is expected to gather regional broadcasters, communication faculty members, and students from UP Cebu and neighboring institutions for meaningful discussions and learning exchanges on the future of media and communication.

Interested participants may scan the QR code or register through https://forms.gle/e5Datk6cGVuE3SGQA.

The University of the Philippines Cebu honors its faculty and staff whose years of dedicated service have helped advance the University's mission of honor, excellence, and service.

As part of the 118th Foundation Day of the University of the Philippines, the UP Cebu Service Awards 2026 will recognize employees who have reached significant service milestones, as well as those who completed degrees and educational programs from 2025 to 2026.

This year's awardees include:

Retirement Recognition
Mary Gretchen Chaves (School of Management)

35 Years of Service
Patricia Anne Nazareno (College of Science)
Catherine Rodel (College of Social Sciences)
Patricio Ballos (Campus Maintenance Office)

30 Years of Service
Aurelio Vilbar (College of Social Sciences)
Floredith Selerio (Cebu Accounting Office)
Gemma Hermogenes (Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs)

25 Years of Service
Marie Jane Matero (School of Management)
Rowena Mende (College of Social Sciences)
Grace Mendez (Supply and Property Management Office)
Roldany Roldan (Campus Maintenance Office)

20 Years of Service
Tiffany Adelaine Tan (School of Management)
Demelo Lao (College of Science)
Natividad Virginia Estillore (College of Science)

15 Years of Service
Ma. Theresa Angelina Tabada (College of Communication, Art, and Design)
Francis Michael Abad (College of Social Sciences)
Paula Mayol (College of Science)

10 Years of Service
Jay Nathan Jore (College of Communication, Art, and Design)
Judith Aguanta (Budget Office)

The awarding ceremony will be held on June 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM at the Performing Arts Hall.

The University of the Philippines Cebu takes part in UP Public Service Day through SUMADA, presenting a range of initiatives that reflect its continuing work with communities.

These initiatives include programs in livelihood development, environmental management, science education outreach, public health, medical services, and access to education for senior high school students.

They form part of Alab ng Puso, the systemwide public service program of the University of the Philippines, which highlights the University’s extension work and community partnerships across its constituent units.

-Step-Up MSMEs: A Capacity Building and Market Linkage Program
-Upholding Community Engagement on Solid Waste Collection
-Mobile Science Caravan: Hands-On Science Adventures for Kids
-Advancing Local Health Systems
-Dedicated Medical Mission for Urban Communities
-Affirmative Action Program for Senior High School Students (Camiguin Island)

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Isip pagsaulog sa UP Public Service Day, ang University of the Philippines Cebu magpasiugda sa SUMADA nga adunay nagkalainlaing inisyatiba nga nagpadayon sa pagserbisyo ug pakig-uban sa mga komunidad.

Lakip niini ang mga programa sa pagpalambo sa panginabuhian, pagdumala sa kalikupan, pagpalapad sa edukasyon sa siyensya, pagpauswag sa panglawas sa komunidad, serbisyong medikal, ug paghatag og mas daghang kahigayonan sa edukasyon alang sa mga estudyante sa senior high school.

Kabahin kini sa Alab ng Puso, ang systemwide nga programa sa Unibersidad sa Pilipinas nga magpasidungog sa extension work ug mga pakigtambayayong sa komunidad sa tanang constituent units sa UP.

-Step-Up MSMEs: A Capacity Building and Market Linkage Program
-Upholding Community Engagement on Solid Waste Collection
-Mobile Science Caravan: Hands-On Science Adventures for Kids
-Advancing Local Health Systems
-Dedicated Medical Mission for Urban Communities
-Affirmative Action Program for Senior High School Students (Camiguin Island)

📅 June 18, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
🔴 Live on the official Facebook and YouTube pages of Padayon UP Public Service Office, TVUP, DZUP, Radyo DZLB, DYUP 102.7 FM, and DYUP Sugbo.

The University of the Philippines Cebu is honored to welcome Kara Patria David-Cancio, also known as Kara David, as the speaker for its 87th Commencement Exercises on July 14, 2:00 PM, at the Lahug Campus Grounds.

A multi-awarded Filipino broadcast journalist, David-Cancio has dedicated 30 years to journalism and storytelling. She is a host and writer for I-Witness, the longest-running television documentary program in the Philippines, and also hosts the magazine show Pinas Sarap and the video podcast i-Listen. Prior to becoming a news anchor, she served as a field reporter for 15 years, covering stories and communities across the country.

Her work has earned more than 20 international awards and over 50 local recognitions for excellence in broadcast journalism. Among the honors she has received are the prestigious George Foster Peabody Award, UNICEF Child Rights Award, Asian Television Awards, and New York Festivals recognition, alongside a nomination at the International Emmy Awards.

Beyond media, David-Cancio serves as an Assistant Professor of Journalism at the UP College of Mass Communication, University of the Philippines Diliman. She is also the founder of Project Malasakit, Inc., a duly recognized social service organization that provides educational scholarships to poor but deserving Filipino children.

David-Cancio was chosen by the Class of 2026 as their commencement speaker.

The University of the Philippines Cebu joins the nation in commemorating the 128th Philippine Independence Day of the Philippines this June 12.

In the spirit of Honor, Excellence, and Service, the university continues to affirm independence as a continuing responsibility, one that calls for truth, justice, and public accountability. Amid persistent societal challenges, the call remains for a nation that is just, transparent, and genuinely free.

Ideas took shape, conversations unfolded, and possibilities for the future emerged as the UP Cebu Design Program celebrated DES/INYO 2026: RE•PORMA at the SM City Cebu Northwing from June 5 to 7.

“RE•PORMA: Design as Rebuilding” positioned design as an ongoing and deliberate process of reimagining and reshaping, where ideas, systems, and communities are continuously reconstructed through research, reflection, and creative practice.

Read more here: https://www.upcebu.edu.ph/2026/06/10/from-concepts-to-communities-des-inyo-2026-celebrates-design-as-rebuilding/.

In this difficult time, we invite the UP community and the public to extend solidarity to our fellow Filipinos in Mindanao. Through your generosity, we can help provide immediate relief and support to families as they begin the long journey toward recovery.

📌 Donations may be sent through:

Philippine National Bank
UP Campus Diliman Branch

Account Name: The University of the Philippines Foundation, Inc.
Swift Code: PNBMPHMM

Account Numbers:
LOCAL: 108610120641
INTERNATIONAL: 108660098796

For monitoring purposes, kindly send us your full name, city and country, and a screenshot of your donation transaction receipt through our email or page.

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For inquiries, please contact the Padayon UP Public Service Office:
📞 (8981) 8500 local 4256
📧 [email protected]

Together, let us help Mindanao rise. We need your help.

𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦

Our hearts are with the communities affected by the recent Mindanao earthquake.

In this difficult time, we invite the UP community and the public to extend solidarity to our fellow Filipinos in Mindanao. Through your generosity, we can help provide immediate relief and support to families as they begin the long journey toward recovery.

📌 Donations may be sent through:

Philippine National Bank
UP Campus Diliman Branch

Account Name: The University of the Philippines Foundation, Inc.
Swift Code: PNBMPHMM

Account Numbers:
LOCAL: 108610120641
INTERNATIONAL: 108660098796

To help us properly process all donations, we kindly ask donors to send their full name, city and country, together with a copy or screenshot of their donation receipt through our email ([email protected]) or page (). Your receipt will help ensure that your contribution is accurately recorded and directed to the relief effort.

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For inquiries, please contact the Padayon UP Public Service Office:
📞 (8981) 8500 local 4256
📧 [email protected]

Together, let us help Mindanao rise. We need your help.

As part of the Buwan ng Unibersidad 2026 celebration, UP Cebu joins the UP Public Service Day through Alab ng Puso, a systemwide program featuring public service initiatives from across the University of the Philippines.

Tune in to learn more about the programs, partnerships, and community engagements undertaken by UP constituent universities in service of the Filipino people.

📅 June 18, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
🔴 Live on the official Facebook and YouTube pages of Padayon UP Public Service Office, Radyo DZLB Ang Tinig ng Kaunlaran, TVUP, DZUP, DYUP 102.7 FM, and DYUP Sugbo.