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Kaisa ang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas sa pambansang paggunita ng Araw ng Kalayaan at humihimok sa bawat mamamayan na ipagpatuloy ang pagkilos laban sa iba’t ibang uri ng panlulupig, paniniil, at pang-aapi na dinaranas ng ating bansa.

Key administrators, faculty members, and academic leaders from all constituent universities of the University of the Philippines System gathered at the UP Diliman Institute of Biology auditorium from June 4 to 5 to exchange ideas about the UP General Education Program, review teaching and learning methods, and reflect on ways to reinforce the program.

Read the full story here: https://up.edu.ph/systemwide-conference-reviews-up-ge-program-anew/

Photos by Misael Bacani, UPS-MCO.

The University of the Philippines-Centre International de Formation des Autorités et Leaders Philippines held Tanglaw, its 10th anniversary and first alumni homecoming, June 6 at the Southeast Asia Ministers of Education Organization-Regional Center for Educational Innovation and Technology, UP Diliman.

Read the full story here: https://up.edu.ph/up-cifal-marks-10th-year-holds-first-alumni-homecoming/

Photos by Jun Madrid, UPS-MCO.

Pride is not just a colorful celebration. Above all, Pride is a continuing march toward a more inclusive tomorrow.

This June, the University of the Philippines joins the LGBTQ+ community in celebrating Pride Month and in honoring their continuing struggle for justice and equality for all.

The University of the Philippines is proud to have five of its scientists and faculty named among this year’s Asian Scientist 100.

Joining the ranks of Asia’s most outstanding scientists are: Dr. Mary Donnabelle Balela and Dr. Aurelio de los Reyes V from UP Diliman; National Scientist Romulo Davide and Marcela Navasero from UP Los Baños; and Dr. May Anne Mata from UP Mindanao.

Balela is a professor at the UPD Department of Mining, Metallurgical, and Materials Engineering. She is the recipient of the 2024 National Science and Technology Week Outstanding Research and Development Award for her work on the use of biodegradable kapok fibers to mitigate oil spills.

De los Reyes is a professor at the UPD Institute of Mathematics whose research interests include mathematical biology. His research on hormone-based contraceptive dosing strategies earned him the 2024 National Science and Technology Week Outstanding Research and Development Award for Basic Research.

Agricultural scientists Davide and Navasero were recognized for their work on natural pest control. Davide, hailed as the “Father of Plant Nematology,” developed the country’s first biological control product against plant-parasitic nematodes or roundworms attacking crops. He was declared the 44th National Scientist of the Philippines in 2024. Navasero’s expertise in the detection and control of invasive plant pests and diseases was awarded the 2024 Presidential Lingkod Bayan Award.

Mata is a professor at the UPMin Department of Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science. She was recognized for her use of mathematical models to respond to public health issues such as rabies and COVID-19. In 2025, the National Academy of Science and Technology named her among the 2025 Outstanding Young Scientists.

The Asian Scientist 100 is a list of award-winning researchers, academicians, and industry leaders who have made significant contributions in their respective scientific disciplines. It is published annually in Asian Scientist Magazine.

To qualify, a scientist must have received a national or international award or have made a groundbreaking discovery in their field.

READ: The Padayon UP Public Service Office is calling for donations to those affected by the recent earthquake in Mindanao.

For more details, please read their official announcement below.

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

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.

The University of the Philippines Board of Regents elevated UP Tacloban College to become the ninth constituent university of the UP System, confirmed the appointment of Professor Emeritus Caesar Saloma as executive vice president of UP, and approved several other proposals and appointments during its 1409th Meeting, May 27 at the Asian Institute of Tourism, UP Diliman.

Read the full story here: https://up.edu.ph/up-bor-approves-up-tacloban-as-9th-cu-confirms-appointment-of-evp-saloma/