Exploring spiritual warfare: UA&P Alab to hold forum on the reality of evil

UA&P Alab, the official student arm of the UA&P Chaplaincy, is pleased to invite the University community to its upcoming forum entitled “Evil Will Not Prevail: A Forum on the Reality of the Devil in Spiritual Warfare” on October 15 (Wednesday) from 4:30 pm to 6:45 pm at the Telengtan Hall.

By engaging experts in philosophy, theology, and pastoral ministry, the forum aims to provide the participants, especially the youth, with a deeper and faith-informed understanding of spiritual warfare, which will benefit their intellectual growth, classroom learning, and holistic formation.

The main speaker is Rev. Fr. Daniel Estacio, Chief Exorcist of the Diocese of Pasig and President of Pasig Catholic College. The panelists will include Fr. Dave Caesar Dela Cruz, O.P., President of the Cause for Canonization of Blessed Ivan Merz, Inc., and Mr. Ferdinand De Los Reyes, M.A., faculty member of the Department of Philosophy of the College of Arts and Sciences of UA&P.

Please see the registration fees below:

Regular - Php75
UA&P Scholar - Php50
Alumni/Outsider - Php100
Regular Walk-in - Php100
Faculty - Free

Register here.

IE Program Director presents research on PH public transport in Edinburgh

Dr. Varsolo Sunio, Program Director of the School of Sciences, Engineering and Technology's (SSE) BS Industrial Engineering Program and Chief Research Fellow of the Science, Engineering and Management Research Institute (SEMRI), represented UA&P at the 27th Annual Conference of the Euro Working Group on Transportation (EWGT) held at Edinburgh Napier University, Scotland.

He presented the paper "Towards a Greater Role for Local Government Units as Public Transport Service Providers in the Philippines," a collaborative work with Ms. Jacqueline Mirabueno, Mr. Paul Argamosa, Dr. George Manzano, Dr. Enrique Ligot, Mr. Garry Perez, and Dr. Nick Alviar.

The paper is set for publication in Transportation Research Procedia (Scopus) in 2026, with funding support from the Center for Research and Communication.

In addition, Dr. Sunio also visited leading institutions such as the University of Oxford, Transport for London, and Transport Scotland, further strengthening UA&P’s academic and research ties abroad. 

SMN faculty joins global market research leaders at Prague congress

Mr. Anthony Lumicao, faculty member of the UA&P School of Management and Vice President of the Board of Directors of MORES (Marketing and Opinion Research Society of the Philippines), attended the ESOMAR Congress 2025 held from September 28 to October 1 at the O2 Universum in Prague, Czech Republic.

Gathering over 1,000 international delegates, more than 100 speakers, and four days of high-level discussions, the Congress is the world’s leading platform for insights, analytics, and market research. With its theme “Reimagine,” the event explores the future of the industry, from artificial intelligence and technology integration to the evolving role of data in business and society.

As Vice President of the Board of Directors of MORES, Mr. Lumicao represents the Philippine market research industry in leadership roundtables, keynote sessions, and global networking forums, highlighting the country’s growing contribution to the profession.

ESOMAR is a global membership organization representing the market research, opinion research, and data analytics industries. Formerly known as the European Society for Opinion and Marketing Research, ESOMAR now champions the insights sector worldwide — advocating for ethical standards, promoting best practices, and highlighting the vital role of research in informed decision-making.

2025 Year-End Business Economics Briefing

The Business Economics Club of the UA&P School of Economics is pleased to invite you to the 2025 Year-End Business Economic Briefing on November 19 (Wednesday) at 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm at the PLDT Hall. This year's theme is “Rewiring Value Chains in the Digital Economy.”

This briefing examines how digital technologies are reshaping agribusiness and retail supply chains in the Philippines. By integrating farm-to-market systems with wholesale and retail e-commerce platforms, the convergence creates more efficient logistics, reduces costs, and broadens market access. Together, these shifts lay the groundwork for a more inclusive and competitive economy.

The program will feature discussions on (1) building a digital ecosystem in agribusiness and (2) retail & e-commerce as market multipliers.

Featured speakers include Department of Trade and Industry Undersecretary for Supply Chain and Logistics Group Mary Jean Pacheco and Mayani Co-Founder and CEO Mr. JT Solis. In addition, University Professor Emeritus Dr. Bernardo Villegas will share his expert insights, while UA&P senior economist Dr. Victor Abola will present updates on key macroeconomic indicators. 

Interested participants may register here. The program may be viewed below. 

Seminar-Workshop on Emotionally Intelligent Teaching

The School of Education and Human Development invites you to a two-day seminar-workshop focused on "Emotionally Intelligent Teaching: Nurturing Connection, Care, and Growth in Higher Education." The event aims to equip faculty and academic leaders with tools to foster emotionally supportive and effective learning environments.

Scheduled for November 22 and 29 (Saturdays) from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at ALB Case Room 2, the seminar will explore the role of emotional intelligence in education, emphasizing strategies to deepen understanding of emotions, enhance self-awareness, and promote inclusive classrooms. Participants will engage in interactive sessions, personal reflections, and collaborative activities designed to inspire and motivate students while building resilience in both educators and learners.

The workshop, to be facilitated by UA&P Associate Professor Emeritus Dr. Celerino Tiongco, is open to faculty members, academic leaders, and educators interested in improving teaching effectiveness and student engagement through emotional intelligence. 

For more information and to register, visit https://tinyurl.com/EIT-Seminar-Workshop.