List of Announcements

SCM prof receives Best Paper Award at international conference

School of Media and Marketing professor Dr. Robert Z. Cortes was recently declared the recipient of the Best Paper Award of the International Symposia on Transformative Ideas in a Changing World organized by the Faculty of Philosophy of Widya Mandala Catholic University Surabaya.

Dr. Cortes presented his paper, “Prospects of Internationalizing Democracy through the Lens of Clifford Christians' Media and Communication Theory”, during the two-day conference held in Indonesia in May 2024, which carried the theme "Internationalization of Democracy."

In his paper, Dr. Cortes explained how Clifford Christians’ transnational media and communication ethics theory (MCET), upon enhancement with his proposed recommendations, can aid in the internationalization of democracy by highlighting the importance of communication ethics. He pointed out the close connection, drawn from several scholars, between crises in communication and crises in democracy, and concluded that fostering effective communication through a widely accepted ethical framework, such as Christians’ enhanced global MCET, can support the advancement of democracy both locally and internationally.

The biennial International Symposia on Transformative Ideas in a Changing World attracts leading academics and practitioners from around the globe to discuss transformative ideas and contemporary issues.

Dr. Robert Cortes (2nd from right) as he presents his paper.

With his fellow presenters, including Dr. Nick Alviar (leftmost), dean of the UA&P School of Social Sciences, Law, and Governance.

Here & Beyond: The 2024 UA&P Chorale Major Concert

The UA&P Chorale, with Choirmaster Anna Abeleda-Piquero, invites you to "Here & Beyond: The 2024 UA&P Chorale Major Concert" this coming September 6 & 7 (Friday & Saturday) at the Celestino Dizon Auditorium.

You may purchase your tickets here. Unit Heads may also enjoy the concert with their free ticket via RSVP.

For further assistance, please contact the UA&P Chorale Coordinator, Jesca Canto, at [email protected].

2nd Sustainability Futures Dialogue

The UA&P Center for Social Responsibility (UA&P-CSR) is pleased to invite Chief Sustainability Officers and Sustainability Managers to an exclusive dialogue titled "Strategic Transition to ISSB Standards for Publicly Listed Companies in the Philippines and ASEAN" on September 24 (Tuesday) from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at EDSA Shangri-La, Manila.

The dialogue is designed to provide participants with firsthand information, essential insights, and practical guidance on implementing the sustainability standards issued by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB). In addition, UA&P-CSR will introduce the UA&P Interoperability Matrix, a framework designed to assist companies in achieving compliance with ISSB and other standards.

Kindly confirm your attendance by registering through this link by September 6 (Friday). All registered participants will receive a confirmation email before the dialogue.

For any inquiries or concerns, you may contact Ms. Zhina Mae Nidoy at [email protected].

University Canteen closed on Sept. 3

Please be advised that the University Canteen will be closed today (September 3). Employees who will be on site are kindly requested to make alternative meal arrangements for the day.

UA&P welcomes inbound exchange students

The Public and International Affairs Office (PIA), together with the Management Committee and deans, welcomed the new inbound exchange students for the academic year 2024-2025 on August 27 at the Dining Hall.

This semester, UA&P has 10 exchange students from IRCOM, France; Sookmyung Women’s University, South Korea; and Universidad de Navarra and Universidad Catolica de Valencia in Spain.

Additionally, UA&P has sent six outbound exchange students to universities in Spain and South Korea.

The student exchange program provides young people valuable opportunities to explore diverse educational systems, cultures, and destinations.

For inquiries, kindly email PIA at [email protected].

The exchange students from France, South Korea, and Spain with UA&P President Dr. Winston Conrad Padojinog (leftmost), College of Arts and Sciences Dean Dr. Marion Magsino (center), University Secretary Mr. Anthony David (2nd from right), and UA&P Vice President for Administrative Affairs Mr. Mito Pablo III.

(L-R) Mr. David, University of Navarra students Carlos María Abadía Moreno and Pablo Echarvarne Elía, and Mr. Pablo III.

(L-R) Pablo Echavarne Elia, Eduardo Cubells Alfonso, Maria Alfonso Echenique, Sixtine Elise Marie Jessenne, Eline Heritier, Martha Mika Marie Vanlerberghe, Zelie Celine Marie Lerolle, Alejandro Mañez Estarelles, and Carlos Maria Abadia Moreno.