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Admin maintains UP-AFP pact ‘beneficial’ despite protests
The University of the Philippines (UP) System administration is standing firm on its recent cooperation agreement with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), asserting that the pact will be “beneficial” to both institutions. “We wish to reiterate that the declaration is non-binding and exploratory,” UP said in a statement on Thursday, September 26. “Such […]
UP Diliman welcomes first-year students
The University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman held its annual University Welcome Assembly for the freshmen of academic year 2024-2025, September 16. University officials, faculty, and staff welcomed undergraduate students from UP Diliman’s 25 academic units. UP President Angelo Jimenez encouraged first-year students to always keep in mind the Filipino taxpayers who make their education […]
UHS celebrates 95th anniversary, launches new programs
The University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman University Health Service (UHS) began its 95th anniversary celebration on Monday, September 9, with the introduction of several new programs aimed at enhancing healthcare services for the UP Diliman community. The weeklong festivities opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by key University officials, including UP Diliman Chancellor Edgardo […]
HRVVMC, UP agree to speed up ML museum construction
The Human Rights Violation Victims’ Memorial Commission (HRVVMC) and the University of the Philippines (UP) announced in a meeting with Martial Law survivors their commitment to expedite the construction of the Freedom Memorial Museum at the UP Diliman campus, September 6. “This initiative underscores their shared commitment to preserving the struggles of a people during […]
UP opens UAAP ’87 with a call for unity, sportsmanship
Host University of the Philippines (UP) kicked off the 87th season of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) on Saturday, September 7, with an opening ceremony headlined by Filipino rock band, Eraserheads—comprised of UP alumni. During the ceremony, UAAP Season 87 Chairman and UP President Angelo Jimenez underscored the importance of friendship and […]
UP: Transfer deed’s absence delaying ML museum construction
The University of the Philippines (UP) clarified on Tuesday, September 3 that a necessary deed of transfer and possession is causing the delay in the start of construction of the planned Martial Law Museum at the University’s Diliman, Quezon City campus. In a statement, UP said that the Human Rights Violations Victims’ Memorial Commission (HRVVMC) […]
UPD designated 2024 Bar Exams venue; several areas off limits
The University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman campus will serve as a local testing center for the 2024 Bar Examinations, as announced by the Office of the Chancellor in Memorandum No. ECLV-24-019, issued on Friday, August 30. The Supreme Court (SC) will administer the Bar exams at UP Diliman on several dates throughout September. The […]
Classes in QC suspended for third day due to heavy rainfall
The Quezon City (QC) local government suspended classes at all levels in both public and private schools on Wednesday, September 4, due to continued heavy rainfall across Metro Manila. Residents are advised to stay indoors and take necessary precautions. This marks the third consecutive day of class suspensions in QC due to the severe weather […]
Palace: Gov’t work, public school classes in NCR suspended
Malacañang announced that classes in public schools and work in government agencies within the National Capital Region are suspended effective 7:00 am on Wednesday, August 28 due to the effects of the Southwest Monsoon. The suspension of work and classes in the private sector is left to the discretion of their respective heads. As usual, […]
UP signs cooperation pact with AFP; sectors condemn move
The recent cooperation agreement signed on August 8 between the University of the Philippines (UP) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has sparked debate within the UP community. While UP President Angelo Jimenez expressed optimism about the collaboration, several sectors have voiced strong opposition to the pact. Jimenez addressed concerns raised by critics, […]