Invitation to Participate: WIMUN New York

The World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA) invites students to participate in the WFUNA International Model United Nations (WIMUN) New York scheduled for February 3-6, 2025. Recognized as the world’s most authentic simulation of the United Nations, this unique event provides a powerful platform for students to engage with global issues and develop essential skills for driving positive change.

WFUNA, a global nonprofit established in 1946 with Consultative Status at the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), has designed WIMUN to mirror the true workings of the United Nations. By joining WIMUN, participants will gain a rare opportunity to interact directly with UN staff and experts, learning from their experiences and insights.

Held annually in New York and Geneva, WIMUN conferences bring together students from across six continents. As participants, students will not only deepen their understanding of international relations but also enhance their abilities in negotiation, teamwork, and consensus-building—skills essential to becoming effective global citizens.

Learn more about WIMUN and explore the advantages of participation on the WFUNA website.

The registration deadline is December 1, 2024.

For inquiries, please email the UA&P Public and International Affairs Office (PIA) at [email protected].

FMR Advisory: Third installment payment reminder

The Financial Management and Reporting Group (FMR) would like to remind students that the third installment payment for the 1st semester of AY 2024-2025 is due on November 15 (Friday).

The payment procedure may be viewed here.

For inquiries, email the University Helpdesk at [email protected].

UA&P recognized at PNOC Partners' Night

The University of Asia and the Pacific was among the key stakeholders from the academic community recognized by the Philippine National Oil Company during its 51st anniversary celebration held on November 8, 2024, at Bonifacio Global City.

The celebration, with the theme “Three-Arrows Strategy: Gaining Momentum,” highlighted the notable achievements made by the energy company for the past year since the introduction of PNOC’s new vision, mission, and strategic framework.

Representing the University were UA&P co-founder Dr. Bernardo M. Villegas and UA&P President Dr. Winston Conrad B. Padojinog, who received the plaque of appreciation on behalf of UA&P.

UA&P President Dr. Winston Conrad Padojinog (2nd from left) with (L-R) PNOC Strategy Management Office Department Manager A Ms. Alma Taganas, Department of Energy Secretary Mr. Raphael Lotilla, and PNOC President & CEO Mr. Oliver B. Butalid.

The annual event "presents a valuable opportunity to fortify our collaboration with key stakeholders from the energy sector, national government agencies, local government units, and the academic community," said PNOC President & CEO Mr. Oliver B. Butalid.

On August 20, 2024, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between PNOC, UA&P Foundation Inc., and the Center for Research and Communication Foundation, Inc. (CRCFI) that aims to formalize and  strengthen the close collaboration among the said parties in the areas of manpower training and research that would further promote investments in the fields of renewable energy and social enterprises.

Dulaang ROC's Newbies Production: Anino: Sa Likod ng Salamin 

Dulaang ROC invites everyone to support their new members as they stage their Newbies Production entitled Anino: Sa Likod ng Salamin this November 20-23 (Wednesday-Saturday) at 8:00 pm at the Telengtan Hall. 

Anino: Sa Likod ng Salamin is an anthology featuring three plays that reflect the concept of reflection in their own unique way.

Buy your tickets here.

UA&P Kagawaran ng Filipino, nakibahagi sa CCP Himig Hiraya

Nobyembre 10, 2024 - Nakibahagi ang UA&P Kagawaran ng Filipino sa CCP Himig Hiraya: Mga Awit mula sa Tula ni Rio Alma na ginanap sa Corazon Aquino Hall sa St. Scholastica’s College, Maynila.

Walong (8) tula ni Pambansang Alagad ng Sining Virgilio Almario, o kilala sa sagisag-panulat na Rio Alma, ang binigyang buhay sa pamamagitan ng musika nina Propesor Greg Zuniga sa piano, Billy Joel Del Rosario sa flute, at Sim Zuniega sa violin. Kabilang sa mga tulang inawit ang (1) “Pastoral,” (2) “Katulad ng Pipit,” (3) “Kung ang Tula ay Bulaklak,” (4) “Mga Bagyo,” (5) “Ang Guro Ko,” (6) “Dalamhati” (isinalin mula sa Mother’s Grief ni Ofelia Dimalanta), (7) “Mga Laruan,” at (8) “Kasinlinis ng Batis Mo ang Pag-ibig.” Ang direktor ng nasabing pagtatanghal ay si G. Nicolas Pichay, tagapagpadaloy si Rebeca Marquez, at artistic direktor si Dennis Marasigan.

Ginawa naman ang pagtalakay sa mga tula na pinangunahan nina Abner E. Dormiendo, Clarissa Villasin Militante, John Iremil Teodoro, Jazmin B. Llana, Mikka Ann V. Cabangon, Nikka Osorio Abeleda, Paul A. Castillo, at Susan Severino Lara.

Ang programa ay itinaguyod ng Cultural Center of the Philippines - Intertextual Division, kasama ang Unyon ng mga Manunulat sa Pilipinas (UMPIL), Linangan sa Imahen, Retorika, at Anyo (LIRA), at St. Scholastica’s College - Manila, bilang bahagi ng pagdiriwang ng Book Development Month ngayong Nobyembre.

Ang nasabing programa ay pagkilala sa hindi matatawarang ambag ni Rio Alma sa Panitikang Filipino at isang pagsaludo sa kanyang ika-80 kaarawan. Bilang panapos na gawain, nag-alay ng awit ang lahat ng mga nagtanghal at nag-iwan ng tula si Dr. Michael M. Coroza para kay Almario. #

Finale: Pinag-isa ng mga mang-aawit, at mga kasapi ng CCP, UMPIL, at LIRA ang kanilang mga boses upang awitin ang “Kasinlinis ng Batis Mo ang Pag-ibig” bilang pagpupugay kay Pambansang Alagad ng Sining Virgilio S. Almario.

Sa labas ng bulwagang Corazon Aquino, mula sa kaliwa: G. Louise Amante, Dr. Moreal Camba, Dr. Leodivico Lacsamana, at G. Albert Lagrimas.