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Diliman
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Moratilla is AC dean

November 07, 2024

The UP Board of Regents at its 1394th meeting on Oct. 29 has approved the appointment of Noel Christian A. Moratilla, PhD as dean of the UP Diliman (UPD) Asian Center (AC).
Campus

WPS brings arts and sciences together

November 07, 2024
Kanlungan at Kasarinlan: An Arts and Science Exhibit on the West Philippine Sea (Kanlungan at Kasarinlan), recently opened at the UP Diliman (UPD) Marine Science Institute (MSI) Marine Biodiversity Resources and Information System (MBRIS) building. The exhibit showcased the West Philippine Sea’s (WPS) rich marine biodiversity, the fight of every Filipino for its sovereign rights, the country’s efforts in resolving conflicts through peaceful resolutions, and the collective efforts in protecting the country’s natural heritage. Kanlungan at Kasarinlan was organized by the MSI in collaboration with the UPD Bulwagan ng Dangal, Daluyong Artists Network Center Inc., and the RE-INVEST WPS Program which is funded by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development. In her welcome remarks, MSI Director Laura David underscored the importance of understanding and recognizing the value of WPS. David. Photo by Jefferson Villacruz, UP Diliman Information Office “We need to know what is there, what makes it work—in order to better manage how we continue to benefit from our environment. That’s why we are here today, to bring attention and focus on the West Philippine Sea, its diversity, its beauty,” David said. The Murillo Velarde map. Photo by Jefferson Villacruz, UP Diliman Information Office Meanwhile, UPD Chancellor Edgardo Carlo L. Vistan II, in his message, provided historical background of the WPS. He mentioned that before the area was called the WPS, and even before it was called the South China Sea, the area was simply referred to, in nautical maps, as dangerous grounds. “It was simply a reminder to navigators, especially those who were voyaging with large seagoing vessels to avoid the area because of the so many rock formations and coral reefs that will surely damage their boats.” Vistan also provided some legal perspectives on the 2016 South China Sea arbitral ruling. According to Vistan, legally it was a victory for the Philippines. He then explained that the award also stated that many of the rock formations in the area cannot be owned by anyone. He, however, urged everyone present at the exhibit to exert all efforts in fulfilling the responsibilities as stewards of the disputed area. Vistan. Photo by Jefferson Villacruz, UP Diliman Information Office “ the Philippines being the most closest and the one who has most access to the WPS, atin pong responsilidad na pangalagaan ang WPS bilang kanlungan ng mga corals, mga naninirahan, at mga dumadaan na marine organisms,” Vistan…
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Pulang Araw visits CMC

November 06, 2024
At the recent visit of the cast and crew of Pulang Araw at the UP Diliman College of Mass Communication (CMC), Professor Emeritus Elizabeth L. Enriquez hailed Pulang Araw as a “landmark production.” The historical drama set during World War II, written by Suzette Doctolero and directed by Dominic Zapata, is a production by the GMA Entertainment Group. It features an ensemble cast led by Alden Richards, Barbie Forteza, Sanya Lopez, and David Licauco, with Dennis Trillo in a pivotal role. The cast and crew of Pulang Araw with Sanchez. Photo by Jerald DJ. Caranza, UP Diliman Information Office Enriquez said an academic journal that she is currently overseeing “will include reviews of Maria Clara at Ibarra and Pulang Araw.” She added that, at the time of writing, they are still waiting for Pulang Araw’s finale so they can write the show’s full review. Enriquez. Photo by Jerald DJ. Caranza, UP Diliman Information Office Visiting CMC in the Pulang Araw: School Tour were Doctolero, Zapata, Licauco, Lopez, and Trillo. They were accompanied by Pulang Araw Executive Producer Shielyn Atienza, Program Manager Edlyn Tallada-Abuel, and Production Designer Edgar Martin Littaua, with GMA Vice President for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, and GMA Assistant Vice President for Drama Helen Sese. At the event’s panel discussion, Doctolero explained one of the reasons why she wrote Pulang Araw. “Bakit ko ginawa? Hindi lang dahil sa ako’y ina at may anak ako na gusto ko ang kaniyang kamalayan ay minahal nila ang Pilipinas, at nagpatuloy sila sa pag-aaral ng history, then palagay ko iyong aming tungkulin bilang manggagawa sa telebisyon ay worth it kasi hindi makasarili ang sining,” Doctolero said. In his message at the event, CMC Dean…
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Preserving Demetillo’s legacy

September 09, 2024
Digitization and Performance of Asian Music Arranged for Guitar Ensemble by Lester Demetillo is a research project fulfilled in honor of the UP Guitar Ensemble founder. This was how the team described the research —a project of the Department of Strings and Chamber Music (DSCM) of the UP Diliman (UPD) College of Music (CMu).                       The research introduced Demetillo as a “distinguished Filipino guitarist and pedagogue who transcribed and arranged countless works for the classical guitar ensemble from both local and foreign music, greatly contributing to the history and practice of classical guitar in the Philippines… rose to prominence when he founded the UP Guitar Ensemble in 1982.” Demetillo. Photo by Jerald DJ. Caranza, UP Diliman Information Office Supported by the UPD Office for Initiatives in Culture and the Arts, the research “aims to digitize,” Demetillo’s handwritten works using a music notation program. These works “will be encoded in batches of 10 to 15 pieces, and each batch will be performed in a dedicated guitar ensemble concert as a means of promoting Filipino classical guitar music while honoring … legacy.” Demetillo addressing the audience. Photo by Jerald DJ. Caranza, UP Diliman Information Office    The first batch of materials showcased in the project were eight Filipino works and five traditional pieces from Japan, Korea, China, Thailand, and Indonesia. The Filipino works are Visayan Caprice and Cavatina by Nicanor Abelardo, Improvisasyon by Augusto Espino, Buligi by National Artist for Music Ryan Cayabyab, Rondo in F by National Artist for Music Antonio Molina, Suite, 2nd Movement by Angel Peña, Tanging Dilag by Rosendo Santos Jr., and Mindanao Orchids by Ramon Tapales. The Asian traditional works are Quartet for Koto and Jūshichigen, 1st Movement by Nagasawa Katsutoshi; Arirang, a Korean folk song; Jasmine Flower, a Chinese folk song; excerpts from Sadhukarn, a Thai traditional music; and Gambangan from Balinese Ceremonial Music by Colin McPhee. At the concert where the first batch of Demetillo’s digitized works were also performed, the distinguished guitarist and composer-recalled the beginnings of the UP Guitar Ensemble and expressed his sentiments forming the group. Demetillo said it was a daunting, “almost an impossible task, especially here in the Philippines, because of the dearth of pieces, because of the dearth of capable teachers.” He began teaching at the DSCM in 1982 after auditioning and being recommended by National Artist for Music Ramon P. Santos who was then-CMu dean. Demetillo continued, “I was so envious with the orchestras, with the Madrigal Singers, with the UP Concert Chorus, and the other groups here. The symphony orchestras and the wind orchestras. Because they could perform so many, you know, kinds of music. So many big repertoires. So why not…
Extension

UPD units give back to the public

November 07, 2024
Three UP Diliman (UPD) units organized and conducted successful extension work these past two months to assist various sectors. The College of Music (CMu) launched MusikaGulay as part of its 108th anniversary celebration; the UPD Gender Office (UPDGO) conducted a discussion on breast cancer; and the National Service Training Program Diliman (NSTP Diliman) held its 20th anniversary celebration. A MusikaGulay booth at CMu. Photo by Benito V. Sanvictores Jr., UP Diliman Information Office MusikaGulay was launched in coordination with Rural Rising Philippines (RuRi Philippines). RuRi Philippines is a non-profit organization that sell farmers’ produce without involvement of middlemen through partnerships with public and private entities. It is an initiative founded by spouses Ace and Andie Estrada.   (From left) Ace and Andie Estrad, with Silvestre. Photo by Benito V. Sanvictores Jr., UP Diliman Information Office CMu Dean Ma. Patricia B. Silvestre explained that the college event was called MusikaGulay because “music and nature are very intimately connected or interlinked with each other in so many, many ways. Maraming work, songs, o chanting na pampagana sa mga farmer.” At MusikaGulay, CMu provided space for RuRi Philippines to sell vegetables from local farmers. Participants bought their chosen produce through Box-All-You-Can. This process allowed buyers to fill, with their choice of fruits and vegetables, a box worth PHP800 and can weigh up to 20 kilograms. “These vegetables are from distressed farmers. Sila iyong hindi mabenta ang mga ani kasi binabarat ng mga middleman. Ito ang mga overproduction dahil na-meet ng buyers ang mga quota nila,” Estrada said. MusikaGulay on Sept. 10 at the CMu Camerata had a sale of at least PHP40,000. Silvestre said the college is planning to have a series of MusikaGulay and hopefully in other UPD units as well. In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, UPDGO held Feel the Boob Love: A Discussion on Breast Cancer,in partnership with Avon Philippines and Philippine Cancer Society, Inc. (PCSI). The discussion on Oct. 11 at the Vinzons Hall lobby mainly focused on how to monitor breast cancer and on the ways to prevent or cure it. “Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Filipinos,” said Dr. Mary Justine B. Grageda-Valdecañas, a nutritionist-dietician and palliative care provider. Grageda-Valdecañas. Photo by Jefferson Villacruz, UP Diliman Information Office The discussion emphasized that statistics from the Department of Health and PCSI show that breast cancer is the most prevalent in terms of cases from 2015 to present, but its mortality rate of 36% was way lower than that of…
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UPMV K9 celebrates 7th anniversary

November 05, 2024

Not even a light drizzle could dampen the spirits of those who came to celebrate with the UP-Metro Manila Development Authority-UP Vanguard, Inc. K9 Corps (UPMV K9) as they turn seven this year. Guests and well-wishers took part in BARKada Festival, a whole-day celebration featuring pet vaccinations, a blood donation drive, and lectures on pet […]

Lady Maroons Shuttlers is UAAP Season 87 champion

November 04, 2024

The UP Women’s Badminton Team has dethroned the Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) Lady Shuttlers with a 3-1 victory at the University Athletics Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 87 Women’s Badminton Tournament Finals. Held on Oct. 30 at the Rizal Memorial Badminton Hall in Manila, the UP Women’s Badminton Team brought UP its first […]

DUP stages Nanay Bangis

November 04, 2024

As its first offering for its 47th theatre season, the Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas (DUP) stages Nanay Bangis, a Rody Vera adaptation of Bertolt Brecht’s Mother Courage and Her Children. According to DUP, Nanay Bangis “tells the story of a mother who loses her children to the conflict between the MNLF [Moro National Liberation Front] […]
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