UA&P, CRC sign partnership with PNOC
On August 20, the University of Asia and the Pacific Foundation, Inc. (UA&PFI) and the Center for Research and Communication Foundation, Inc. (CRCFI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Philippine National Oil Company (PNOC) at the UA&P campus. The signing ceremony aims to formalize and strengthen the close collaboration between PNOC and UA&P/CRC in the areas of manpower training and research that would further promote investments in the fields of renewable energy and social enterprises.
The signatories were Mr. Oliver Butalid, President and CEO of PNOC; Dr. Winston Padojinog, President of UA&PFI; and Dr. Bernardo Villegas, Vice President of CRCFI. Serving as official witnesses to the signing of the MOU were Atty. Joel Arzaga, Corporate Secretary of PNOC, and Dr. Robert Roque, Vice President for Business Development and Alumni Affairs of UA&P.
In his message, Mr. Butalid highlighted the research possibilities on the impact of specific energy policies and programs on economic development, the potential for talent development, and the networking opportunities with other stakeholders in the energy sector, including government agencies, NGOs, and other academic institutions.
He concluded, “There is a lot of work to be done to strengthen our energy sector. Energy is, after all, not just one industry among many. It is what drives the entire economy, as it underpins all the sources of growth, creates jobs, and improves the quality of life for citizens.”
PNOC is a government-owned and controlled corporation that seeks to develop and implement projects in a financially prudent and responsible manner aimed at increasing the country’s self-sufficiency level in oil, gas, and other energy sources; foster sustainable and environment-friendly sources of energy and promote energy efficiency and conservation; and maintain the highest standards of service and corporate governance.
(L-R) PNOC Corporate Secretary Atty. Joel Arzaga, PNOC President and CEO Mr. Oliver Butalid, UA&PFI President Dr. Winston Padojinog, CRCFI Vice President Dr. Bernardo Villegas, and UA&P VP for Business Development and Alumni Affairs Dr. Robert Roque.
Mr. Butalid holds the book The Philippine Economy Towards First World Status authored by Dr. Villegas (right) and given by Dr. Padojinog (left).
SEABS Seminars for UA&P employees
The Southeast Asia Business Studies Unit invites all regular UA&P employees to attend the following seminars as part of their professional development:
Project Management Workshop
September 11-13, 2024
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Deadline for registration: September 2
Finance for Non-Finance Managers
September 18-20, 2024
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Deadline for registration: September 9
Regular UA&P employees are eligible for a 50% discount. The discounted seminar fees shall be charged to their respective units.
For inquiries, kindly email [email protected].
Data Privacy Awareness Talk
In compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012, it is essential that every employee of the University is 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 a briefing on data privacy on one of the following dates:
August 29 (Thursday)
10:30 am - 12:00 nn
PLDT Hall
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September 4 (Wednesday)
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
PLDT Hall
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UA&P celebrates University Day, honors employee research excellence
On August 15, 2024, the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) held its University Day celebration at the Li Seng Giap Auditorium with the University Day Lecture and the Awards for Publication of Scholarly Work.
This year’s University Day Lecture was delivered by UA&P Associate Professor Dr. George Manzano, who spoke on “The Free Rider Problem in APEC’s Trade in Environmental Goods Initiative.” Dr. Manzano highlighted the transborder nature of environmental issues.
“Pollution, global warming, and climate disturbances cross national borders. Therefore, solutions must also be transborder — either global or regional," the former dean of the School of Economics said. "A single country cannot tackle these issues alone; addressing climate change and other environmental concerns requires international cooperation.”
The celebration also included the Awards for Publication of Scholarly Work, which recognized UA&P employees for their outstanding research and creative contributions. This year’s distinguished awardees are the following:
- Dr. Rolando T. Dy (+), Mr. Senen U. Reyes, Ms. Marie Annette G. Dacul, Ms. Ditas R. Macabasco, and Ms. Joy Kristel L. Orzales
- Dr. Jerome G. Kliatchko and Mr. Roshan Uttamchandani
- Dr. Veronica Esposo Ramirez
- Dr. Joachim Emilio B. Antonio
- Ms. Zyra F. Lentija
- Dr. Juan O. Mesquida
- Dr. Josefti C. Nito
- Dr. Philip Z. Peckson, Dr. Joachim Emilio B. Antonio, Mr. Vince Raphael V. Agcaoili, and Ms. Meryl Kei Cariaga Hernandez
- Dr. Rafael Santos
- Mr. Vince Rafael V. Agcaoili
- Mr. Louise Vincent B. Amante
- Dr. Ruel V. Maningas
- Mr. Justin Reginald F. Nery
The University Day was capped by the celebration of the Holy Mass at the Sancta Maria Stella Orientis Oratory at 12:05 pm.
UA&P Associate Professor Dr. George Manzano
The 2024 Awardees