We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Ernesto D. Grio as the Dean of the School of Education and Human Development (SED) Operations Committee effective 1 July 2025.

Dr. Grio has been serving as the Vice Dean of SED for almost five years and has been the concurrent Program Director for MA in Education majors in Educational Leadership and Adolescent Development and Education.

We thank Dr. Angelito Z. Antonio for his service in the SED OpCom for almost nine years. We continue to count on his service as faculty member and Program Director of Early Childhood Education and BS Psychology.

In the absence of other OpCom members, Dr. Grio will work closely with the ManCom-designate to uphold collegial decision-making.

We enjoin the University community to support Dr. Grio and the rest of the SED as they work towards our strategic goals this new academic year.

Dr. Peter L. U - Chair and Dean
Ms. Viory Yvonne T. Janeo - Vice Dean
Mr. Perry Fernand O. Reyes - OpCom Secretary

Prof. Alfonso Sánchez-Tabernero, former President of the University of Navarra in Spain, will visit UA&P next week (January 22 to 27) to meet with various university stakeholders, share his experience and insights, and offer advice on University concerns.

Included in his schedule of activities are talks with university officials and prospective faculty and staff and meetings and get-togethers with faculty, administrative staff, students, and alumni. We enjoin the University community to welcome Prof. Tabernero on campus and extend support for a fruitful visit.

The Management Committee is pleased to announce the appointment of Fr. Carlos V.G. Estrada as the new University Chaplain effective 1 January 2024. With this, the composition of the Chaplaincy Council is as follows:

Head Chaplain
Fr. Carlos V.G. Estrada

Assistant Head Chaplain
Fr. Edgar F. Soria

Secretary
Fr. Alfred Robert V. Cruz

We enjoin the University community to welcome back Fr. Estrada, who served as the Regional Vicar of Opus Dei in the Philippines and Indonesia and the Vice Grand Chancellor of UA&P until 2022.

We thank Fr. Emmanuel A. Garrido for his years of dedicated service to UA&P and wish him the best in his new assignment.

The Management Committee invites all faculty and staff to a town hall meeting with the University President at the Li Seng Giap Auditorium on January 17 (Wednesday) from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm.

The activity aims to serve as a venue for the President to inform and update the University community of the simplified strategic plan and vision 2030 and to hear the feedback of the University's faculty and staff.

The schedule of activities is as follows:

1:45 pm to 2:00 pm
Registration

2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Strategic Plan and Vision 2030
Dr. Winston Conrad B. Padojinog
University President

3:00 pm to 3:15 pm
Open Forum

3:15 pm to 3:30 pm
Merienda

Please register your attendance at the town hall meeting here.

The Management Committee is pleased to announce the formalization of the Quality Management Team (QMT). This significant initiative underscores our commitment to excellence in every facet of our institution and reflects our dedication to fostering a culture of collaboration and quality. 

Comprising three key units, the QMT brings together Academic Quality Assurance (AQA), Business Process and Analytics (BPA), and the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL). The main goal of the QMT is to actively collaborate in creating and sustaining a culture of quality within the University. This collaborative effort will be supported by the implementation of an institutional quality management system. AQA, BPA, and CTL will continue to operate independently as they work jointly as the QMT on quality management projects under the Office of the Vice President for Business Development, Dr. Roberto S. Roque. 

We earnestly seek the support and cooperation of the entire University community as we embark on this transformative journey with the Quality Management Team. Your commitment to excellence and dedication to our shared mission are vital in ensuring the success of the QMT's initiatives. 

We enjoin each member of our academic and administrative units to actively engage with the QMT, contribute insights, and participate in the ongoing dialogues and activities that will shape the culture of quality at UA&P. Together, we can build a stronger foundation for continuous improvement and innovation. We look forward to your enthusiastic participation and collaboration, and we are excited about the positive changes and advancements that the QMT will bring to our beloved University.

In view of the changes brought about by the pandemic and the subsequent developments in the modes of class delivery and changes in work setups/arrangements, we are releasing the revised policy on the suspension of classes and employee work. The policy may be read here.

This policy will be included in the Employee Handbook and Student Handbook for easy reference.

We wish to inform all concerned about the transition plan at the Information and Communication Technologies Office in line with the search for a new Managing Director for the unit since Mr. Renato Derpo, the outgoing Managing Director and ICT consultant, has opted not to renew his full-time consultancy agreement with us starting August 01, 2023.

For the meantime, the current Section heads/Team Leads of the ICT Operations Team (Mr. Sam Anastacio), the Development Team, and the Project Management & Business Process Team (concurrently handled by Mr. Rodel Barcenas) are in charge of day-to-day decisions and operations in their respective areas. An ICT Council composed of these Section Heads shall also be convened to make cross-team decisions under the guidance of Mr. Guillermo “Mito” Pablo III, the new Vice President for Administrative Affairs.

We wish to thank Mr. Nato Derpo for his leadership of the ICT unit, especially during the critical years of the University’s shift to full online classes and work during the pandemic and the transition to blended learning and hybrid work mode.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Senen U. Reyes as the Executive Director of the Center for Food and Agribusiness (CFA) effective 15 July 2023. Mr. Reyes was appointed as the Deputy Director of CFA in April.

We enjoin everyone to lend their support to Mr. Reyes and CFA in this transition period as they work towards our strategic goals this new school year.

We thank Dr. Napoleon “Nap” K. Juanillo, Jr. for his contribution despite his brief service in CFA. We congratulate him on his appointment as the Assistant Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology and wish him the best in his future endeavors.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Veronica E. Ramirez as the Executive Director of the University Research Office. She will concurrently hold the position of the chair of the Research Ethics Review Board this academic year.

Dr. Ramirez succeeds Dr. Grace Liza Y. Concepcion. We thank Dr. Concepcion for her work in starting up this office and establishing it on a sound footing.

We enjoin the entire university community to support Dr. Ramirez in her efforts to push forward UA&P’s research culture and agenda.

All female faculty and staff are invited to the Meditation for Women on August 26 (Tuesday) from 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm at the ALB Oratory.

This 30-minute monthly meditation offers a meaningful pause from the day to reflect, pray, and listen to a short spiritual talk that can guide and inspire. 

Immediately after the meditation, a merienda get-together will be held at the Executive Café. 

To register for the activities, click here.

For inquiries, please contact Ms. Zoila Pilola at [email protected].

The School of Management is in need of a Program Officer for the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Program.

Interested internal applicants may contact Ami Allarde at [email protected] for details regarding the vacancy and the application process.

Please note that while the University has implemented a freeze on external hiring, internal hiring remains open to support staff development, optimize existing talent, and maintain operational stability. All internal applications and movements will be closely coordinated with unit heads and/or Operations Committees to prevent critical vacancies and ensure alignment with the University’s strategic and operational goals.

The deadline for applications is August 6, 2025 (Wednesday).

All female faculty and staff are invited to the Meditation for Women on August 12 (Tuesday) from 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm at the ALB Oratory.

This 30-minute monthly meditation offers a meaningful pause from the day to reflect, pray, and listen to a short spiritual talk that can guide and inspire. The meditation will be led by Fr. Alfred Cruz.

Immediately after the meditation, a merienda get-together will be held at the Executive Café. 

To register for the activities, click here. For inquiries, please contact Ms. Zoila Pilola at [email protected].

The following dates have been declared regular holidays for the month of June 2025:

June 6 (Friday)
Eid al-Adha
Regular Holiday

June 12 (Thursday)
Independence Day
Regular Holiday

June 26 (Thursday)
UA&P Holiday - Charter Day
Work until 12 noon only

The Human Resource Management, in collaboration with the Department of Philosophy of the College of Arts and Sciences, will offer Philosophy Classes on Special Ethics for faculty and staff beginning June 11 (Wednesday).

This series is a formative opportunity to deepen one's intellectual and moral understanding of the human person, of work, and of society through the lens of philosophical reflection. The classes are designed to foster a richer integration of previous IDP modules into one's personal and professional life at the University.

The classes will be from 10:30 am to 12 noon on the following dates:

June 11 
Diagnostic + Unity of life
Lecturer: Dr. Pia Garcia
Venue: ALB Case Room 1

June 18
Basis of good and evil (happiness + natural law + human dignity) / Sources of Morality
Lecturer: Dr. Guillermo Dionisio
Venue: ACB 401

June 25  
Virtues and Common good 
Lecturer: Ms. Celine Socrates
Venue: ALB Case Room 2

July 9
Doing your work well + creating a culture 
Lecturer: TBD
Venue: ALB Case Room 2

July 16 
Societal problems + human solutions, Part I 
Lecturer: TBD
Venue: ALB Case Room 2

July 23 
Societal problems + human solutions, Part II
Lecturer: TBD
Venue: ALB Case Room 2

This program offering on Special Ethics is part of Cycle 4: Philosophy Classes of the Institutional Development Program (IDP). Faculty and staff who have coursed through IDP Cycle I: Corporate Philosophy Series and IDP Cycle II: Christian Doctrine Series are highly encouraged to attend the classes. Employees who have previously taken the course may attend for a refresher.

To register for the program, click here.

Employees who wish to take IDP Cycles I and II asynchronously online may click here and here. 

Please note too that completion of IDP Cycle 4 is one of the criteria considered in the promotion of faculty members.

Please contact Ms. Zoila Pilola of HRM at [email protected] for inquiries.

The University of Asia and the Pacific is currently hiring for various roles across multiple departments. We invite you to explore our open positions and discover the job opportunities available. If you’re passionate about advancing your career and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to consider working with us to help further our mission of excellence in education. Available jobs in UA&P are as follows:

• Research & Administrative Assistant (Center for Food and Agri Business)
• Student Affairs Officer – OSD (Center for Student Affairs)
• Guidance Counselor (Center for Student Affairs)
• Research & Project Assistant (Center for Social Responsibility)
• Academic Support Staff (College of Arts and Sciences)
• Program Officer (College of Arts and Sciences)
• Marketing & Business Development Manager (Continuing Real World Education – Cebu)
• Corporate Planning Specialist (Corporate Planning & Review)
• Project Manager (Digital Transformation and Technology)
• Site Reliability Engineer (Digital Transformation and Technology)
• Solutions Architect (Digital Transformation and Technology)
• Executive Assistant (Executive Offices)
• Purchaser (Financial Management and Reporting)
• Treasury Accountant - Reliever (Financial Management and Reporting)
• Human Resource Development Supervisor (Human Resource Management)
• Librarian (Library)

Interested applicants may send their curriculum vitae and accomplished Applicant Information Form/Faculty Applicant Information Form to [email protected].

The University will implement a partial shift to online work from May 26 (Monday) to May 31, 2025 (Saturday). This temporary arrangement allows flexibility while ensuring that key services remain accessible to our stakeholders.

Please keep the following in mind:

• All employees must be available and responsive during work hours, whether working from home or onsite.
• Some units may need to send a few people to work onsite (skeletal staffing). Your supervisor will let you know if this applies to your unit.
• If you need to use any workspace or room on campus, your unit should coordinate in advance with AFM or the Reservations Office.
• The University Library (3rd level) will be partially open to receive hard copies of theses and capstone projects from graduating students. The Law Library (4th level) will stay open for SLG and law students.

Library hours:
Monday to Friday: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Saturday: 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

• The Registrar’s Office and the Admissions Office will maintain skeletal staffing onsite to assist students and parents submitting school documents.
• While some areas may be closed off, the campus must remain open and welcoming. Gates will stay open, but internal closures (e.g., ACB) may proceed as needed.

We thank everyone for your cooperation, flexibility, and continued commitment to service excellence.

BIGGKAS+, in collaboration with Human Resource Management and Office of Alumni Affairs, and the volunteer employees came together on April 28, 2025, for the Easter Care Drive, an outreach initiative dedicated to show care to more than 20 bedridden and senior citizens with disabilities from UA&P's partner community, Barangay Pineda, Pasig City. 

The drive, organized to celebrate the Jubilee of People with Disabilities, was an effort to make Easter more meaningful for those often underserved. Seventeen volunteers from various departments in UA&P participated in the preparation and distribution of the packages, delivering not just items but also messages of hope and solidarity. The team also organized a Self Care talk for the guardians/caregivers. The speaker for the session was Mr. Sed Ramiro of the Center for Student Affairs.

The success of the Easter Care Drive is a reminder of what can be achieved when a community works together with compassion and purpose.

The organizers and volunteers (standing) with some officials of Brgy. Pineda.

With some of the recipients of the Easter Care package.

All female faculty and staff are invited to the Meditation for Women on May 21 (Wednesday) from 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm at the ALB Oratory, followed by a merienda get-together and flower arrangement activity at the Executive Café.

The flower arrangement activity will be facilitated by Ms. Lani Cervantes and Ms. Lynith Columna from the Chaplaincy, whose expertly made floral decorations have enhanced not only the events at the Oratory but also various institutional celebrations. The activity serves to celebrate the cultural and spiritual essence of Flores de Mayo. Participants can also look forward to fun games and exciting prizes during the gathering.

To register for the activities, click here. For inquiries, please contact Ms. Zoila Pilola at [email protected].

In compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012, each employee of the University should be well informed about data privacy, data protection, and their responsibilities as data protection officers.

In line with this, the Human Resource Management, in collaboration with the Data Privacy Office, invites all faculty and staff to attend the briefing on data privacy on May 7 (Wednesday) from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at ALB Case Room 2. Faculty and staff who have not attended previous sessions, as well as newly hired employees, are highly encouraged to attend this important session. 

To register for the talk, click here.

For inquiries, please contact Ms. Zoila Pilola at [email protected].

Robinsons Cyber Omega will be conducting its annual fire evacuation drill on October 7 (Tuesday) at  10:00 am.

Please expect the usual fire alarms/sirens, fire trucks, ambulance, and police cars. Two lanes of Escriva Drive will be closed to traffic during the activity. Please refer to the evacuation plan below. 

The Assets and Facilities Management Group (AFM) kindly reminds the university community to help maintain our classrooms as safe, clean, and comfortable learning spaces.

Please take note of the following:

• Turn off lights when not in use. Let’s conserve energy and support a more sustainable campus.
• Switch off air-conditioning units after class (whenever possible). Efficient energy use helps us keep our classrooms comfortable for all.
• Avoid unnecessary movement of furniture. This prevents damage and keeps our spaces organized.
• Respect our shared spaces—no vandalism, please. Let us maintain a clean and welcoming environment for everyone.
• Finished early or cancelled your class? Inform AFM so we can manage the space better.
• Report any damaged or non-functioning equipment immediately. Email [email protected] so we can address the issue promptly.

Every small effort counts. Thank you for being a partner in maintaining our learning spaces.

The UA&P Center for Social Responsibility is launching the  Sustainability Leadership Certificate Program as part of its Applied Sustainability Management in Asia Pacific (ASMAP) executive course. The program will be held from November 2025 to February 2026.

This four-month program is designed for business leaders and professionals seeking to integrate sustainability into their core strategies and operations. It provides knowledge and tools needed to create long-term value while addressing emerging risks and opportunities in today’s dynamic business landscape. Participants will benefit from up-to-date, value-adding modules, practical toolkits, and hands-on coaching sessions. By the end of the program, they will develop and present a capstone project aligned with their organization’s sustainability goals and initiatives. 

It covers the following topics:

• Fundamentals and Business Value of Sustainability
• Sustainability and Climate Risk Management for Value Creation
• Sustainability as a Business Strategy
• Strategic Sustainable Finance and Investment
• Sustainable Marketing, Branding, and Communication
• Sustainability Reporting and Assurance

With over a decade of experience, UA&P-CSR is the trusted partner of top Philippine companies across industries in advancing sustainability and delivering measurable impact.

Register here: https://bit.ly/ASMAP2025. Interested participants may take advantage of early bird, group, UA&P employee, or alumni discounts. 

You may access the brochure here.

For inquiries, please contact Ms. Francesca Louisse Cabugoy at [email protected].

The University Library (LIB) has recently released the LIB Playbook, designed to help students and teachers learn more about the university library’s resources, services, and facilities. 

The guide may be viewed here. Students and teachers need to be signed in to their uap.asia to access the full text.

While the University Library works on resolving technical issues with the library website, you can book spaces or make reservations by visiting any of the information desks or sending an email to [email protected].

Please be advised that construction is actively progressing for the new SM Megamall Concourse and Busway Station. To  facilitate these improvements, please be informed of the following temporary traffic adjustments at EDSA North Bound from August 9 to October 18, 2025.

Rerouting schedule:

Monday - Thursday (1:00 am to 4:00 am): Partial lane closure
Friday - Sunday (1:00 am to 4:00 am): Full road closure

Rest assured that the EDSA Busway system will remain operational 24/7.

Please view this alternate route plan for your immediate reference and guidance. Kindly take note of this schedule and plan your travel acccordingly.

The General Services Section (GSS) of the Assets and Facilities Management Group (AFM) will start accepting applications for student lockers on August 1 (Friday). Please see the procedure below:

• Fill out the application form. Forms are available at the GSS Office located at ACB 1.5.
• Choose a locker location and number.
• Submit a photocopy of your student ID or a valid enrollment registration certificate. Wait for your submitted document to be verified.
• Pay the locker fee of Php1,200.00 at the Financial Management and Reporting (FMR) Office at the 2nd floor of the CAS Building.
• Return the Locker Application Form to the GSS Office after payment has been made.

For inquiries, please email Phoenix Lizardo at [email protected] or drop by the GSS Office between 8:30 am to 5:30 pm on weekdays and 8:30 am to 12:00 pm on Saturdays.

The University Library mid-year term break schedule from July 17 to August 02 is as follows:

Please be informed that the comfort rooms (both male and female) located on the ground floor of the Administration and Library Building (ALB), including that of the Office of Alumni Affairs (OAA), will undergo renovation starting July 17 (Thursday) and will be temporarily unavailable for use. 

During this period, members of the community are advised to use the alternative facilities located on the ground floor of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Building, the Development Communications Building (DCB), and the University Student Commons (USC).

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to improve our campus facilities.

The University Library invites everyone to the 26th Philippine Academic Book Fair to be held on July 1 to 3 (Tuesday to Thursday) from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm at Megatrade Hall 1, Building B, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City.

To get a Visitor’s Pass, you may either print your ticket by clicking here, or claim your book fair pass in person at the Technical Services Division (TSD), 3rd Floor, Library. Please look for Ms. Kemberlyn Famularcano.

To guide the resource selection process, please refer to the professional resources course coding here and the bibliography reports here.

The Assets and Facilities Management Group (AFM) invites all UA&P employees and service personnel to participate in the  bidding for various furniture, audio-visual equipment, computer peripherals, and gym equipment from December 5 (Friday) to December 12 (Friday).

These items are being sold as is, where is, with no warranty or post-sale technical service.

Details for bidding and the bid form can be found here. For inquiries, please contact Mr. Johnny Cristobal of the General Services Section (GSS) at local 258.

Payment Note:

Employees: Automatic salary deduction

Service personnel and guards: Pay via FMR

Bidding Guidelines:

1. Bidders may place bids on one or more available items.

2. Bids must be submitted online via email.

3. Item viewing: December 5–12, 2025
    Location: ACB Basement 2
    Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

4. Bid submission: Opens December 5 and closes exactly at 2:00 pm on December 12, 2025.

5. Announcement of winners: December 13 at 1:30 pm.

6. AFM will issue the Notice of Award with payment and settlement instructions.

7. AFM may cancel or declare the bidding a failure if:

• The bid is not in the prescribed form.
• The bid is below the minimum price.
• The winning bid is not paid by December 16, 2025, or the item is not claimed within the stipulated period. In such cases, the award is cancelled and payment forfeited.

8. All expenses for claiming items (e.g., transportation) are the responsibility of the winning bidder.

9. For other inquiries, contact Mr. Johnny Cristobal at 02(8)6370912 local 258.

The School of Management (SMN) is pleased to invite the UA&P community to the celebration of its 29th founding anniversary to be held on December 5 (Friday):

10:00 am | Dizon Auditorium
Legacy in Motion: The Trailblazer Stories of School of Management Alumni

12:00 pm | Sancta Maria Stella Orientis Oratory
Holy Mass

The School’s foundation day falls on December 6, the feast day of St. Nicholas of Bari.

SMN would like to thank everyone in the UA&P community for their support and cooperation through the years.

Last Saturday, the Pandesal Forum at the historic Kamuning Bakery Café became a stage for diplomacy and literature, prominently featuring the UA&P Escriba Poets.

The event centered on the Manila book launch of Singapore-based Filipino poet Eric Tinsay Valles. Underscoring the importance of the gathering, Singaporean Ambassador Constance See opened the program.

Following the launch, the UA&P Escriba Poets provided a compelling poetry reading session, showcasing the University's vibrant literary talent. The group, including Dr. Joem Antonio, Mr. Vince Acgaoili, Dr. Odie Lacsamana, Dr. Mic Camba, and Ms. Juliana Odoño, energized the crowd with their performances.

The event, a memorable convergence of local talent and international recognition, was hosted by writer and Kamuning Bakery owner Wilson Lee Flores. 

(L-R) Mr. Wilson Lee Flores (owner of Kamuning Bakery Cafe), Ms. Juliana Odono, Dr. Joem Antonio, Dr. Eric Valles, Her Excellency Constance See (Singapore Ambassador), Dr. Moreal Camba, Dr. Odie Lacsamana, and Mr. Vince Agcaoili.

Itinampok sa Book Talk ng Far Eastern University (FEU) noong Nobyembre 25 ang aklat na "Ang Paglalakbay nina Horace, Longinus, at Plotinus Tungong Pilipinas: Pagsasalin ng mga Piling Tekstong Griyego" ng Kagawaran ng Filipino ng UA&P. Ginanap ang book talk sa FEU Multimedia Center bilang bahagi ng FEU Pahina Book Fair 2025.

Ibinida sa talakayan ang mahalagang gawa ng mga tagapagsalita at may-akda na sina Dr. Moreal Camba, Dr. Leodivico Lacsamana, G. Louise Vincent Amante, at G. John Errol Velasco.

Pangunahing sentro ng talakayan ang halaga ng pagsasalin ng mga klasikal na Griyegong akda sa paglalapit ng mga kaisipang ito sa kasalukuyang mambabasang Filipino. Partikular na pinag-usapan ang mga ideyang may kaugnayan sa sining ng pagsulat at paglikha, tungkulin ng manunulat, at mga pananaw hinggil sa kagandahan, kadakilaan, kahusayan, at karunungan.

Taos-pusong nagpapasalamat ang Kagawaran sa mainit na pagtanggap at pakikiisa ng komunidad ng FEU.

(Mula kaliwa) G. John Errol Velasco, Dr. Moreal Camba, G. Louise Vincent Amante, at Dr. Leodivico Lacsamana sa FEU.

An article on Filipino migration by Dr. Veronica Esposo Ramirez, UA&P Full Professor and Executive Director of the University Research Office, has been featured in Routed, an international online magazine dedicated to global mobility and migration issues, through the United Nations-related International Organization for Migration's (IOM) iDiaspora global platform.

The article, titled “Filipino health workers: Partners for health care in the Nordic countries,” highlights the essential role and growing contributions of Filipino professionals within Nordic health-care systems. She draws on a 2023 research study involving interviews, surveys, and group discussions to trace the experiences of these migrant workers: from initial deployment and language requirements to long-term job satisfaction and social integration.

The full article may be read here.

Dr. Nicomedes B. Alviar, Dean of the UA&P School of Politics and Governance (SPG), served as guest speaker at the plenary session of the 2025 Academic Research Colloquia hosted by the Faculty of Arts and Letters of the University of Santo Tomas (UST) on November 24, 2025, at the Thomas Aquinas Research Complex Auditorium.

The annual colloquia was organized for UST’s fourth-year students across 13 undergraduate programs. This year’s theme, “Strengthening Thomasian Values through Research and Mentorship Amidst the 21st Century Technology in the Social Sciences and Humanities,” set the tone for discussions aimed at cultivating scholarly rigor and ethical leadership among emerging researchers.

In his plenary address, Dr. Alviar—a graduate of UST's BA Asian Studies program—emphasized the critical role of research in shaping socially grounded and technologically adaptive scholars. He highlighted how mentorship and value-oriented inquiry remain essential pillars in navigating rapidly evolving technological landscapes.

The plenary session gathered administrators, faculty members, support staff, and select students from the Faculty of Arts and Letters.

Dr. Nicomedes B. Alviar.

Dr. Alviar (center) with (L-R) Prof. Jazztin Jairum P. Manalo, Coordinator for Research and Thesis Management of the UST Faculty of Arts and Letters, and  Prof. Dennis Coronacion, PhD, Chair of the Political Science Department of the UST Faculty of Arts and Letters. 

The Center for Food and Agribusiness invites everyone to its 2025 Year-End Food & Agribusiness Conference to be held on December 4, 2025 (Thursday), from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm via Zoom.

With the theme “Exporting Growth: From Local Harvest to Global Market,” this half-day conference aims to highlight the following:

• Expanding markets for Philippine food & agri exports
• Insights on banana, cacao, chocolate, and other key export products
• Agricultural scenarios for 2025–2026

Register here: https://bit.ly/2025YEFAC.

The Chaplaincy invites the University Community to the Novena Masses in honor of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary from November 29 to December 7, 2025. 

The Novena Mass on November 29 (Saturday) and December 1-6 (Monday - Saturday) will be at 12:05 pm. The mass on November 30 (holiday) and December 7 (Sunday) will be at 10:00 am. 

The feast of the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception will be celebrated in UA&P on December 8 (holiday) at 10:00 am. It is a holy day of obligation for the Catholic faithful.

UA&P Full Professor and University Research Office Executive Director Dr. Veronica Esposo Ramirez delivered the keynote address at the Couples for Christ (CFC) Missio Amare Migranti (MAM) 2026 Annual Planning held on November 15, 2025, in Pasay City.

Speaking before MAM leaders and delegates, Dr. Ramirez honored the sacrifices of the Filipino diaspora, inviting the audience to recognize the impact of migration on countless families. She traced the long and complex history of Filipino migration—its roots, challenges, and contributions—emphasizing that today’s Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) have significant contributions to host countries while also uplifting their families and communities in their home country.

Despite the challenges that OFWs face overseas, Dr. Ramirez underscored their resilience and success, saying, “Filipino migrant workers are vital agents of global development.”

Her keynote called for a shift in perspective — one that views migration not merely as an economic necessity but as a driver of human development and social transformation. She emphasized that migration, when treated with dignity and holistic care, can be “a powerful social force—capable of reshaping communities, relationships, and national identity.”

The keynote address formed part of a two-day planning workshop attended by 60 CFC MAM participants from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. In the planning workshop, the participants set an agenda on how MAM’s initiative can further strengthen formation programs and reintegration efforts for migrant families. Missio Amare Migranti is the rebranded migrants program of CFC.

Dr. Ramirez (seated, center aisle) with the Couples for Christ Missio Amare Migranti participants.

Dr. Guillermo Reyes Dionisio, Chairperson of the Philosophy Department of the College of Arts and Sciences, presented his paper “To Forgive or Not to Forgive: Self-respect, Justice, and the Supererogatory” at the IX World Conference on Metaphysics from November 3-7, 2025, hosted by the Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum in Rome, Italy. The international philosophy conference was organized by the Fondazione Idente di Studi e di Ricerca.

Dr. Guillermo Dionisio.

Dr. Dionisio (in the middle) presenting his paper. On his right is the session’s moderator Dr. Benito Marin of the Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca. On his left is the technical support for the session.

Dr. Dionisio also participated in the formal closing of the celebrations of the Jubilee of Educators and the declaration of St. John Henry Newman as one of the Doctors of the Church, presided by His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on 1 November 2025 at St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican.