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QC conducts campus clearing ops, says it did so at UP’s request
The Quezon City (QC) Department of Public Order and Safety (DPOS) carried out road clearing operations within the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman campus on Tuesday, April 23. Vendors’ properties at UP Diliman’s Pook Dagohoy, Pook Palaris, Area 1, and Area 2 were reportedly destroyed and confiscated while the DPOS undertook its task. In […]
Transport strike held against PUV franchise consolidation
Jeepney drivers and operators initiated a two-day national transport strike on Monday, April 15 at the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman campus in Quezon City. Approximately 30 jeepneys lined the avenue, bearing banners and slogans echoing their demands. Following their demonstration at UP Diliman, the protesters proceeded to Mendiola, Manila. The strike, organized by […]
UPD Chancy advises online classes amid extreme heat concerns
On Wednesday, April 10, University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman Chancellor Edgardo Carlo Vistan II urged faculty members to consider transitioning to remote and/or asynchronous modes of learning amid concerns over extreme heat conditions in Metro Manila. The request follows a letter dated April 6 from the UP Diliman University Student Council (USC), highlighting the […]
UPD releases official calendar for 2024 USC elections
The University of the Philippines Diliman University Student Electoral Board (USEB) released on Thursday, April 4 the calendar for the upcoming 2024 University Student Council (USC) elections. The election period kicks off with the filing of certificates of candidacy (COCs) on April 18, continuing until April 25. Following this, the initial list of candidates will […]
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. […]