Call for Entries: 2025 Awards for Publication of Scholarly Work

The University Research Office is pleased to announce the Call for Entries for the 2025 Awards for Publication of Scholarly Work. All full-time UA&P employees are invited to submit their published scholarly works through this Google Form.

Guidelines:

• Coverage Period: June 16, 2024 to June 15, 2025.
  Note: Works that are only “accepted for publication” or “in press” are not eligible.
• Eligibility: Full-time UA&P faculty members, academic non-teaching staff, and administrative staff who were affiliated with the University during the conduct and publication of the work are eligible. Research reports published directly by the organization that funded, sponsored, or contracted the project are not eligible.
• Works that can be submitted: Peer-reviewed research articles and literary/ creative works, book chapters, and books that are published locally and internationally

If you uploaded your entries to the REA App before June 4, 2025, you will soon receive an email from the URO acknowledging your submission and requesting additional relevant details.

The deadline for submission of entries this year is June 30, 2025. 

Winners will be announced during the celebration of University Day to be held on August 14, 2025.

Kindly email [email protected] once you have completed the Google Form. 

Thank you and we are looking forward to your submissions.

UA&P, Sprout Solutions to host webinar on PH job growth trends

The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), through its School of Social Sciences, Law, and Governance, in partnership with software-as-a-service (SaaS) company Sprout Solutions, will host a free webinar titled "The State of Job Growth 2025" on June 11, 2025 (Wednesday) from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. The event aims to help business leaders, HR professionals, and policymakers understand the latest trends in hiring, compensation, and employee priorities across the Philippines.

Drawing from data collected from over 1,300 companies between 2022 and 2024, the webinar will explore how emerging technologies, economic shifts, and evolving workforce expectations are shaping the future of employment in the country.

Featured speakers include Gregorio Mabbagu (UA&P), Sir Winston Malapad (Foundever), and Atty. Lester Ople (Sprout Solutions), who will offer expert insights and practical strategies for workforce planning and employee engagement.

To register, visit https://hubs.li/Q03pFpVF0.

UA&P joins ADB Forum on Responsible AI

The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) took part in the high-level forum on “Why Responsible AI Matters” held at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Innovation Hub on May 23, 2025. Organized by ADB in collaboration with the University of Adelaide, the seminar highlighted the inclusive and sustainable applications of artificial intelligence technologies for social good.

Representing UA&P were Center for Teaching and Learning Managing Director Mr. Jason de Villa, Master in Applied Business Analytics Program Director Dr. Ruel Maningas, Master of Science in Management Program Director Ms. Kristine San Juan-Nable, BS Data Science Officer In Charge Dr. Eva Rodriguez, and School of Sciences, Engineering, & Technology Dean Dr. Noemi Torre.

The event featured distinguished speakers Professors Simon Lucey and Anton van den Hengel of the Australian Institute of Machine Learning (AIML), who shared cutting-edge developments and real-world use cases of responsible AI. Their insights sparked dynamic discussions among participants from academia, policy, and industry, reinforcing the importance of ethical and responsible approaches to AI development and deployment.

With this initiative,  UA&P commits to joining ADB's future AI forum and participating in any dialogue to represent the voice of higher education institutions in the pursuit of AI for social good.  

(L-R) Ms. Kristine San Juan-Nable, Dr. Eva Rodriguez, Dr. Noemi Torre, Mr. Jason de Villa, and Dr. Ruel Maningas.

By MC Leonillo & RV Maningas.

Meditation for Women on June 24

All female faculty and staff are invited to the Meditation for Women on June 24 (Tuesday) from 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm at the ALB Oratory. This monthly 30-minute meditation offers an opportunity for female employees to pause, reflect, pray, and listen to God.

Immediately after the meditation, a merienda get-together will be held at the Executive Café. 

To register for the activities, click here. For inquiries, please contact Ms. Zoila Pilola at [email protected].

SSE’s Tokyo study tour highlights innovation and leadership

From May 25 to 31, 2025, the School of Sciences, Engineering, and Technology (SSE) of the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) undertook an academic and corporate study tour in Tokyo, Japan. Leading the delegation was Dr. Varsolo Sunio, Director of the Industrial Engineering Program. Four UA&P students, namely Luke Soriano, Luise Paner, Andrew Choa, and Nic Kenneth Padilla joined the tour.

The itinerary, inspired by SSE’s vision of integrating engineering and technology with strong business acumen, featured visits to two top universities, a renowned graduate school of leadership, and three leading corporate institutions.

At the Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Dr. Takanori Sakai welcomed the group to the Urban Freight Research Lab (UFRL), where a joint seminar tackled the dynamics between urban freight and land use. The delegation also visited the University of Tokyo’s Graduate School of Engineering, where Dr. Kimihiro Hino hosted a research exchange on mobility, safety, and the built environment using survey data and big data techniques. Dr. Sunio took the opportunity to introduce UA&P and its current research initiatives, from shipment consolidation and transport electrification to public transport governance and financing models.

Dr. Takanori Sakai (standing, 4th from left) with the UA&P delegation and other guests of the research lab.

The team also visited Shizenkan University Graduate School of Leadership and Innovation, where Mr. Junichi Kagaya shared the school’s whole-person education philosophy and its collaboration with IESE Business School. A short walking tour of the nearby Nihonbashi area, including COREDO Muromachi and the Bank of Japan, added a cultural layer to the visit.

Mr. Junichi Kagaya (rightmost) with UA&P students (L-R) Nic Kenneth Padilla, Andrew Choa, Luise Paner, and Luke Soriano.

On the corporate side, the delegation met with ALMEC Corporation, a global planning and management consultancy involved in various JICA-funded projects in Asia and across the world. Dr. Chen-Wei Li, Mr. Yosui Seki, and Dr. Tithiwach Tansawat shared their global project experience and career advice with the students.

The UA&P delegation led by Industrial Engineering Program Director Dr. Varsolo Sunio (seated, rightmost) was welcomed by (seated, L-R) Dr. Tithiwach Tansawat, Mr. Yosui Seki, and Dr. Chen-Wei Li of ALMEC Corporation.

The group also visited the headquarters of Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy (LVMH) Japan GK. Mr. Lloyd Besin, LVMH’s Procurement Director, walked the students through the intricacies of luxury brand supply chains and procurement while offering career advice based on his journey—from managing Uniqlo store rollouts in Europe to joining LVMH.

With LVMH Japan GK Procurement Director Mr. Lloyd Besin (rightmost).

At Zevero Japan, a forward-thinking sustainability startup, CEO Mr. Marvin Mori talked about how companies can reduce their carbon footprint using AI-powered tools. He also gave a candid comparison between working at large corporations like Toshiba and BloombergNEF versus life at a startup.

With Zevero Japan CEO Mr. Marvin Mori (leftmost).

Of course, no trip to Tokyo would be complete without immersing in its culture. The group explored some of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods: Shibuya, Shinjuku, Akihabara, and the historic Imperial Palace.

Plans are already underway for SSE’s next international academic and corporate immersion in 2026.