UA&P Eucharistic Procession 2026

Everyone is invited to join this year's Eucharistic Procession at UA&P, which will take place on February 5, 2026 (Thursday). Assembly will be at the Sancta Maria Stella Orientis Oratory at 10:00 am.

The theme for this year's procession is "May you believe more firmly and hunger for the Bread of Life". This message is in line with Pope Leo XIV's homily on the Feast of Corpus Christi (June 22, 2025): "Together, as shepherds and flock, we will feed on the Blessed Sacrament, adore him and carry him through the streets. In doing so, we will present him before the eyes, the consciences and the hearts of the people. To the hearts of those who believe, so that they may believe more firmly; to the hearts of those who do not believe, so that they may reflect on the hunger present within them and the bread that alone can satisfy it."

In addition, we humbly appeal to the community's generosity to help fund expenses related to the Eucharistic Procession 2026, such as the flowers to be used for the floral carpets and station altars. Your contributions will help us welcome the new year and semester with a joyous and solemn procession. The donation form may be accessed here.

For inquiries, please email [email protected] or [email protected].

Orientation for Confirmands

In preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation, all confirmands are required to attend an orientation session either on January 24 (Saturday) or January 31 (Saturday) from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.

Parents and godparents are encouraged to attend if they are available.

Room assignments will be announced later.

UA&P-CRCFI study underpins CFO’s long-term vision for diaspora engagement

The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), through the Center for Research and Communication Foundation, Inc. (CRCFI), recently played a key role in the development of the Commission on Filipinos Overseas’ (CFO) 10-year Strategic Roadmap (2026–2035). The roadmap was the result of the first-ever comprehensive institutional assessment conducted within six months in partnership with CRCFI.

Drawing on a data-driven and policy-oriented approach, CRCFI lead researchers Dr. Veronica Esposo Ramirez, Executive Director of UA&P’s University Research Office, and Mr. Lambert Ramirez examined the CFO’s mandate, organizational capacity, and long-term role in diaspora governance, providing strategic recommendations to guide the agency’s transformation over the next decade.

The resulting roadmap outlines a phased strategy that emphasizes policy leadership, digital transformation, stakeholder engagement, and institutional strengthening, with the broader goal of deepening the Philippines’ engagement with its global Filipino community. Anchored on the concept of transnationalism and the “diaspora lifecycle,” the framework seeks to ensure that programs and services respond to Filipinos at every stage of migration.

The roadmap was formally presented to CFO officials led by CFO Secretary Dante “Klink” Ang II during a recent briefing in Pasay City, marking a milestone for the agency and underscoring UA&P’s continued commitment to research that informs public policy and national development.

The full CFO press release may be accessed here.

(L-R) CRC lead researchers Mr. Lambert Ramirez and URO Executive Director Dr. Veronica Ramirez with CFO Secretary Dante “Klink” Ang II and CFO Undersecretary Ma. Arlene Borja, who received the paintings gifted by Dr. Ramirez. "The Filipino diaspora is like the dandelion," said Dr. Ramirez about her paintings. "When blown, its petals and seeds scatter everywhere. Upon dispersal, the seeds reach the ground, where they multiply and grow. Who looks after the Filipino diaspora scattered all over the globe? The Commission on Filipinos Overseas does." Photo from the CFO website.

How the Economy Works

The Business Economics Club (BEC) of the University of Asia and the Pacific is conducting a whole day seminar-workshop on macroeconomics for business executives, managers, as well as individuals interested about the interrelationship of business and economics.

The event will be held on March 4, 2026 (Wednesday), 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, at the ALB Dining Hall. Kindly confirm your attendance here. The program may be viewed here.

For inquiries, please call BEC at 8637-0912 local 335, or email at [email protected].

The Character Revolution: Beyond Academics, Back to the Heart of Teaching

The School of Education and Human Development invites you to a seminar titled "The Character Revolution: Beyond Academics, Back to the Heart of Teaching" on March 7 (Saturday) from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Li Seng Giap Auditorium.

This full-day seminar aims to equip Filipino educators with the mindset, tools, and strategies necessary to become effective agents of character formation in the classroom.

Grounded in the internationally recognized PRIMED framework by Dr. Marvin Berkowitz and enriched by the speaker’s extensive experience in character education across Asia, this course emphasizes the central role of the teacher in shaping not just minds, but hearts and habits.

Through practical examples, real-life stories, interactive workshops, and reflective activities, participants will rediscover the deeper meaning of their vocation as educators and learn how to create a character-rich classroom culture. The seminar will also introduce the principles behind the School of Character Accreditation and inspire teachers to become catalysts of positive change within their schools and communities.

Designed especially for Filipino teachers across all subject areas and grade levels, this program ensures that character education becomes not one more thing to teach—but the very way great teachers teach everything.

For more information and to register, visit https://tinyurl.com/Character-Revolution.