List of Announcements

BIGGKAS Call for Donations: Business/Office Wear

The Center for Student Affairs - Office of Student Development is pleased to inform you about the B.I.G.G.K.A.S. - Job Hunting Essentials project happening this month of July 2025, which will benefit students and course completers from the Pasig City Skills Development Office (PCSDO).

The project includes a workshop on using an online job portal, resume writing, and preparing for a job interview. Aside from this, the participants will also have an opportunity to shop for preloved office clothes (for free), which they may use for their job.

In line with this, we would like to ask for your support through the generous donation of preloved ready-to-wear (clean) business/office wear, such as blouses, skirts, dresses, pants, polo shirts, neckties, blazers, coats, shoes, etc. Moreover, your help in disseminating information about this will also be appreciated.

Donations will be accepted at the Center for Student Affairs (2/F CAS Bldg.) until July 29 (Tuesday).

UA&P joins ASAIHL Conference in Cambodia

The University of Asia and the Pacific, through the School of Management (SMN) and the School of Sciences, Engineering, and Technology (SSE), participated in the 2025 Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL) Conference held from July 6 to 8, 2025, at Beltei International University in Cambodia. The conference had the theme "Digitalization of Higher Education."

Representing UA&P were SMN faculty members Mr. Patrick Zeta and Atty. Ma. Veronica Manalo, and SSE lecturer Ms. Katrina Mae Procopio.

(L-R) Ms. Katrina Mae Procopio, Mr. Patrick Zeta, and Atty. Ma. Veronica Manalo

Mr. Zeta presented his paper titled "Exploring the effect of internet banking service quality on customer satisfaction and loyalty among college students." His research contributed to the broader discussions at the conference, highlighting the impact of digitalization beyond traditional academic settings.

The ASAIHL conference brings together leaders and scholars from across the region to discuss critical issues and innovations in higher education.

Mr. Zeta presented his paper on "Exploring the effect of internet banking service quality on customer satisfaction and loyalty among college students."

Call for respondents: OSD-Kultura Needs Assessment Survey

All UA&P students who are members of arts and culture-related organizations are invited to take part in the needs assessment study being conducted by OSD-Kultura, the arts and culture sub-program under the Center for Student Affairs - Office of Student Development.

The study aims to better understand the interests, motivations, challenges, and aspirations of students involved in arts and culture-related groups, and to use these insights to design programs that are more relevant for the student body.

Access the survey here: bit.ly/OSDKLTNeedsAssessmentSurvey

For inquiries, contact OSD-Kultura at [email protected].

Project Management Workshop in August

The Southeast Asia Business Studies Unit (SEABS) is pleased to invite everyone to join PMW 101: Project Management for Beginners on August 27–28, 2025 (Wednesday-Thursday), at the University of Asia and the Pacific.

Originally designed as a three-day course, PMW 101 has been streamlined into a more focused two-day format. The revised program aims to equip participants with essential project management skills while maintaining the depth and quality of the original session.

The workshop is designed for new professionals entering project roles, team members without formal project management training, project leads seeking technical foundations, and individuals looking to refresh their knowledge of project management essentials.

Participants can expect a practical, beginner-friendly approach aligned with the standards of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide). The course includes hands-on exercises covering all phases of a project—from kickoff to closeout.

Training Investment:

Regular seminar fee: P15,000
Early bird discount: P14,000 (Available only up to July 23)
10% off for group enrollment of 3 or more
15% off for UA&P Alumni
Special rate for UA&P Faculty and Staff

Interested participants may register through bit.ly/pmw_reg.

Forum on AI, Culture, and Learning

The University of Asia and the Pacific invites you to "Generation AI: A Forum on Artificial Intelligence, Education, Culture, and Creativity" to be held on July 18-19 (Friday-Saturday) from 9:00 am to 12 pm at the Celestino Dizon Auditorium.

The two-day event will bring together thought leaders and practitioners to discuss and debate AI’s growing influence in our world—from learning and work to human identity.