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UP PGH fire causes P1.4-M in damages, no casualties—BFP
A fire broke out at the University of the Philippines (UP) Philippine General Hospital (PGH) last Wednesday, March 13, affecting a two-story structure primarily occupied by the Medicine Department. The fire reached first alarm at 3:08 pm and second alarm at 3:11 pm. Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) Manila Fire District Senior Superintendent Christine Cula […]
UP Med alumnus, prof Pastorfide reappointed BOR member
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has reappointed University of the Philippines (UP) alumnus and renowned obstetrician-gynecologist Dr. Gregorio Pastorfide to the UP Board of Regents (BOR). Malacañang announced on Tuesday, March 12 the names of Marcos’ latest appointees, including Pastorfide. This round of appointments covers various government agencies such as the Office of the President, the […]
UPD unites for ‘One Billion Rising,’ advocates against VAWC
On Valentine’s Day, February 14, the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman stood in solidarity against violence towards women and children, hosting its local iteration of ‘One Billion Rising’(OBR). This annual global initiative strives to eradicate violence against women, drawing participants from across the UP Diliman community and beyond. Women, gender advocates, and supporters convened […]
UP CMC conducts unannounced earthquake drill
The University of the Philippines (UP) College of Mass Communication (CMC) conducted another earthquake drill on Thursday, February 15 as part of the College’s proactive measures to bolster disaster preparedness within its premises. This drill was unannounced and placed particular emphasis on the crucial step of awaiting the sound of the bell before proceeding to […]
Naked protesters hit Chacha, call public to be vigilant
Nude runners from the Alpha Phi Omega (APO) fraternity once again took part in the annual Oblation Run at the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman in Quezon City on Friday, February 16. This year, the Oblation Run expressed the fraternity’s opposition to ongoing efforts to amend the 1987 Constitution, especially through People’s Initiative. “Proposals […]
UP Diliman frat to hold Oblation Run, hits Chacha
Naked runners from the Alpha Phi Omega (APO) fraternity will once again take part in the annual Oblation Run at the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman in Quezon City tomorrow, February 16. This year, the Oblation Run will express the fraternity’s opposition to ongoing efforts to amend the 1987 Constitution, especially through People’s Initiative. […]
UP Vargas Museum holds fundraiser on Valentine’s
It’s a date… at the museum! The Jorge B. Vargas Museum and Filipiniana Research Center at the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman hosted a fundraising event on Valentine’s Day, February 14. Guests experienced a night of art, food, cocktails, and music at the second installment of the “Vargas After-Hours.” They were serenaded with jazz […]
‘Radio brings us together,’ UNESCO Chief says
“Radio has always been with us, bringing us together around powerful moments and shared emotions. And so, for over a century, it has been informing us, entertaining us, and also educating us.” This was what United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Director-General Audrey Azoulay said in her message on the occasion of World […]
UP to release annual incentives for employees starting Feb. 14
The University of the Philippines (UP) has announced that its employees can expect the first tranche of their annual incentive grant (AIG) to be credited to their payroll accounts beginning Wednesday, February 14. According to a memorandum dated February 7 from UP Vice President for Administration Augustus Resurreccion, the AIG is a way to recognize […]
UPD students, other stakeholders stage protest at class opening
A student-led protest was held at the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman on February 6, coinciding with the start of classes for the second semester of the academic year 2023-2024 and the 53rd anniversary of the Diliman Commune. Students, faculty, and concerned sectors gathered at UP Diliman’s Palma and Quezon Halls to join the […]