"Sleep Well, Do Well" Campaign | March 16-19

The Office of Guidance and Counseling invites all students to visit our booth for "Sleep Well, Do Well", a sleep campaign happening on March 16-19, 2026, at Prom A. The campaign highlights the role of sleep in academic performance and aims to encourage students to develop healthy sleep habits.

Students are encouraged to stop by the booth and participate in activities such as Sleep Routine Punch Cards, Sleep Trackers, and other helpful sleep tools designed to support better sleep practices. These activities will provide simple and practical strategies that students can apply in their daily routines. See you there!

Pasig City Mayor speaks at NSTP forum on local governance

The National Service Training Program (NSTP) of UA&P, in partnership with the Professorial Chair on Family and Youth Education led by UA&P Associate Professor Dr. Antonio Torralba, invited Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto on March 11 to speak on key issues in local governance and the fight against corruption, as well as how the youth can help address these issues. Over 400 NSTP students from both the Civil Welfare Training Service (CWTS) and Literacy Training Service (LTS) component tracks attended the forum at the Li Seng Giap Auditorium. 

The attendees learned about the current initiatives of the Pasig LGU and reflected on how their habits and values align with meaningful and honest governance.

Lecture-Briefing on the Iran War | March 18

The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), through the UA&P Law School, the School of Politics and Governance, and the School of Economics, will host a lecture-briefing on March 18, 2026 (Wednesday), from 1:30 to 4:00 pm at the Li Seng Giap Auditorium to examine the geopolitical and economic consequences of the Iran war, including its potential implications for global security, energy markets, and the Philippine economy.

Former Philippine Navy Vice Commander Rear Adm. (Ret.) Rommel Jude G. Ong* will headline the discussion alongside faculty experts in geopolitics and economics:

Dr. Jose Paolo Lim (School of Politics and Governance)- Geopolitics
Dr. Peter U (School of Economics) - Philippine Oil and Energy Sector
Dr. Cid Terosa (School of Economics) - Inter-Industry Economic Impact of the War

Register here.

*Rear Adm. (Ret.) Rommel Jude G. Ong retired in 2019 as Vice Commander of the Philippine Navy. He previously commanded Naval Forces West, Naval Task Forces 11 and 80, Naval Intelligence Security Force, and three commissioned naval vessels. He is currently serving as Professor of Praxis at the Ateneo School of Government in Manila. He is a graduate of the Philippine Military Academy, the National Defense College of the Philippines, and the U.S. Naval War College.

37th Foundation Anniversary of the College of Arts and Sciences | March 19

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) will mark its 37th Foundation Anniversary on March 19 (Thursday) with a Holy Mass at the Sancta Maria Stella Orientis (SMSO) Oratory at 12:05 pm.

We continue to draw inspiration from our patron, Saint Joseph. Just as he guided the Holy Family with silent strength and humble devotion, CAS remains committed to nurturing the next generation with wisdom and grace. We reflect on the virtues he perfected in the quiet of his daily work: faithfulness, courage, and humility.

A Legacy of Wisdom & Work

• Finding the Sacred in the Ordinary: We honor the dignity of our academic labor and the beauty of our liberal arts tradition.
• A Protector’s Heart: We reaffirm our bond as a family, dedicated to being guides and mentors to one another.
• Courage for the Future: Like Joseph, we face the uncertainties of a changing world with steadfast faith.

CAS would like to thank everyone in the UA&P community for their support and cooperation through the years. May we continue to balance duty and devotion in all that we do.

UA&P, BCDA discuss strategic collaboration for nation-building

On March 10, 2026, the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), led by its president, Atty. John Philip Yeung, hosted a luncheon meeting with Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) President & CEO Joshua “Jake” Bingcang and his team to explore potential areas of collaboration. The discussions focused on executive and continuing education, research, and sustainability initiatives that UA&P could offer. The BCDA delegation also outlined the agency’s priority projects to further enhance foreign direct investments, job creation, and talent development.

(L-R) Dr. Peter U, Dean of the UA&P School of Economics; Ms. Minnie Guizano, Content Development and Implementation Officer of UA&P CORE;  Dr. Imelda Estillore, Managing Director of the UA&P Fund Development Office (FDO); Dr. Ruel Maningas, Vice Dean for Faculty Affairs and Research of the School of Management; Atty. John Philip Yeung, UA&P President; Engr. Joshua Bingcang, President & CEO of BCDA; Atty. Elvira Estanislao, Senior Vice President of the BCDA Corporate Services Group; Mr. Daryl Angeles, OIC of the BCDA Human Resource Management Department; Mr. Darryl Garcia, Technical Assistant to the BCDA President and Head, Masterplanning Unit; Ms. Valerie Bringas, Fund Development Officer; Ms. Rio Larracas, Office Manager of the UA&P Center for Research and Communication; Ms. Karla Bulan, Faculty and Researcher, UA&P Center for Social Responsibility; and Mr. Rene Mamauag, Executive Assistant of the BCDA OPCEO.

Established under Republic Act No. 7227, BCDA is mandated to convert former military bases into productive civilian centers that drive economic growth. The agency has led the development of major urban and infrastructure projects, including Bonifacio Global City and New Clark City, as well as key infrastructure such as the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway and the expansion of Clark International Airport.

BCDA continues to advance major initiatives in 2026. In February 2026, the agency moved forward with a ₱2.5-billion public-private partnership to develop the information and communications technology backbone of New Clark City through an open-access fiber network. Around the same period, BCDA partnered with ACWA Power to explore the development of a renewable energy facility in the area. Recently, BCDA signed an important Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Tourism that reflects a broader effort to position New Clark City as both a center of athletic excellence and a destination that drives tourism and economic opportunity in the Philippines.

The meeting underscored the shared commitment of both institutions to contribute to nation-building. While UA&P has long partnered with the private sector, the University also seeks to support key public institutions that have a critical role in the country's development. BCDA is a strategic partner given its central role in advancing infrastructure and investment across the North Luzon Economic Corridor, particularly in the rapidly developing Subic–Clark–Tarlac growth area.