UA&P marks University Day with lecture on Filipino diaspora, research awards 

The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) celebrated University Day on August 14, 2025, at the Li Seng Giap Auditorium with a lecture by Full Professor Dr. Veronica E. Ramirez of the School of Education and Human Development, followed by the presentation of the 2025 Awards for Publication of Scholarly Work and the launch of the University Research Agenda (URA).

In her lecture on the “Filipino Diaspora: Lessons Learned from the Journey,” Dr. Ramirez drew from decades of research and field experience to narrate the story of overseas Filipinos—interweaving their struggles and triumphs with her own journey as a researcher. She traced the Filipino diaspora from its origins in the galleon trade to the present-day realities of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in more than 200 countries, highlighting the OFWs’ vital contributions to the Philippine economy and global development. She also shared how her research has influenced public policy, particularly in the areas of OFW health, migrant rights, and reintegration.

“Filipino migrant workers are not just economic contributors. They are agents of global and social transformation”, Dr. Ramirez emphasized, noting that migration, when designed with the human person at its center, can uplift both individuals and societies.

Following the lecture, UA&P presented the 2025 Awards for Publication of Scholarly Work, which recognize outstanding research and creative output by UA&P’s full-time employees. These initiatives underscore the University’s commitment to advancing scholarship and fostering an environment where rigorous research informs policy and enriches society.

This year's awardees are as follows: 

Moreal N. Camba, Ph.D.
Department of Filipino, College of Arts and Sciences

Ruel V. Maningas, Ph.D.
School of Management

Cecilia M. Resurreccion, Ph.D. 
Center for Student Affairs

Zyra F. Lentija 
Department of Philosophy, College of Arts and Sciences

Mary Josefti C. Nito, Ph.D. 
Department of  History, College of Arts and Sciences

Winston Conrad B. Padojinog, DBA, Viory Yvonne T. Janeo, Diana R. Rueda
School of Economics

Peter L. U, Ph.D. 
School of Economics

Marya Svetlana T. Camacho, Ph.D., Juan O. Mesquida, Ph.D.
Department of History, College of Arts and Sciences

Jovi C. Dacanay, Ph.D.
School of Economics

Philip Z. Peckson, Ph.D., Dean Edward A. Mejos, Ph.D. 
College of Arts and Sciences

Varsolo C. Sunio, Ph.D.
School of Sciences, Engineering, and Technology
Mr. Justin Reginald F. Nery
School of Management

Noemi B. Torre, Ph.D, Edwin L. Olmos, Ph.D.
School of Sciences, Engineering, and Technology

Mr. Carlo L. Vinoya
School of Sciences, Engineering, and Technology

“Migration, when seriously designed to uplift the human worker, should lead to social transformation.” - Dr. Veronica E. Ramirez

This year's recipients of the Awards for Publication of Scholarly Work.

UA&P students join prestigious Oxford and Cambridge programs

Seven students from the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) recently took part in international academic programs at two of the world’s most renowned institutions of higher learning — the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge.

Sharon Rose Agpalasin (SEC) attended the Cambridge Summer Programme, while six others—Ethan Dion Peña-Reyes (SCM), Carmela Isabel Sta. Ana (SCM), Theresa Luz Imperial (SMN), Isabella Ducut (SMN), Katreena Adrienne Cuaresma (SMN), and Angeli Domini Lim (SMN)—participated in the Oxford Certificate Programme at Worcester College, University of Oxford, from August 3 to 16, 2025.

Through lectures, workshops, and dynamic discussions with distinguished scholars and peers from around the globe, these Dragons broadened their academic perspectives and strengthened their leadership competencies, underscoring UA&P’s commitment to forming leaders who can excel in both regional and global arenas.

Sharon Rose Agpalasin (SEC) attended the Cambridge Summer Programme.

UA&P, Edusuite hold kickoff meeting to launch new systems implementation

The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) and modern school management solutions provider Edusuite recently convened a hybrid kickoff meeting to formally begin their partnership on implementing UA&P's new school management system. 

Representing UA&P were Mr. Jason de Villa, Managing Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL); Mr. Rey Vincenzo Cruz, Managing Director of the Admissions Office; Ms. Mona Go, FMR General Accounting Section Supervisor; Ms. Zsa Elises, CTL Educational Technology Specialist; Ms. Mellany Bravo, Registrar’s Office Systems & Database Administrator; and Mr. Joel Mendoza, Site Reliability Engineer of the Digital Transformation & Technology Office.

EduSuite was represented virtually by Business Growth Manager Nikki Villaluna, Client Success Manager Jessica Mae Garcia, and Joseph Eliezer Omopia.

Key topics discussed were the responsibility assignment matrix, the UNI implementation checklist, and the training schedule, which is set to begin on August 27. Weekly progress meetings are planned every Wednesday starting September. The group also reviewed the EduSuite helpdesk support and service level agreement.

This kickoff meeting marks an important step in UA&P’s digital transformation journey, aiming to enhance administrative efficiency and improve the student experience.

(L-R) Ms. Mellany Bravo (REG), Ms. Mona Go, (FMR), Mr. Joel Mendoza (DTT), Mr. Rey Vincenzo Cruz (ADM), Mr. Jason de Villa (CTL), and Ms. Zsa Elises (CTL). 

UA&P-CSR launches Sustainability Leadership Certificate Program

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].

SED Research Colloquium 2025

The School of Education and Human Development (SED) invites everyone to the SED Research Colloquium 2025 on September 13 (Saturday) from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the Telengtan Hall. This activity is part of the celebration of SED’s 32nd Foundation Anniversary.

The colloquium will showcase selected Graduate Program research papers. Abstracts of the research papers may be viewed here. 

Register here. For inquiries, please email [email protected].