In view of the global public health emergency due to the Novel Coronavirus, the Organizing Committee announces the rescheduling of the 10th Asian Regional Congress of the International Labor and Employment Relations Association (ILERA) to December 3 and 4, 2020.    Please visit our website, asiailera2020.org, for details.    We are in solidarity with all countries whose national authorities struggle to contain the outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus.

In celebration of Fidel Nemenzo’s selection as the next UP Diliman Chancellor, a printable copy of Ibong Malaya, the 2020 desk calendar is now available for download. The 2020 institutional gift from the Office of the Chancellor and the UP Diliman Information Office for administrative staff, the calendar features photos of birds that can be found in the UPD campus throughout the year. The photos were generously provided by the College of Human Kinetics’s Prof. Norberto Madrigal. Download the printable copy here.

(FEB. 3)—Prof. Fidel G. Nemenzo, DSc of the College of Science Institute of Mathematics is UP Diliman’s 11th Chancellor. UP President Danilo Concepcion made the announcement in front of a cheering crowd after the 1350th meeting of the Board of Regents on Feb. 3 at Quezon Hall. Nemenzo earned his a Professor of Mathematics and current Vice Chancellor for Research and Development. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from UPD in 1985 and his Master of Science in Mathematics and Doctor of Science in Mathematics from Sophia University in Tokyo in…

What’s UP? is a publication of the UP Diliman Information Office under the Office of the Chancellor, UP Diliman. Its editorial office is located at 2/F University Theater (Villamor Hall), Osmeña Avenue, UP Diliman, Quezon City, with telephone numbers 981-8500 loc. 3982/3983, email address upd.ugnayan@gmail.com. What’s UP? accepts announcements of activities of UPD academic and administrative units and student organizations, as well as call for papers. Text should not exceed 400 words and must contain the event’s title, venue, date and time, contact information of the organizing group and ticket…

The University of the Philippines Alumni Association (UPAA) calls on this year’s Jubilarians — graduates of 1960 (Diamond), 1970 (Golden), 1980 (Ruby), and 1995 (Silver) — to participate in the ongoing preparations for the annual UP General Alumni Homecoming to be held at Ang Bahay ng Alumni, UP Campus, Diliman, Quezon City, on Saturday, 29 August 2020, at 2:00 P.M. You are invited to the monthly meetings of the UPAA Subcommittee on Jubilarians, chaired and co-chaired by Ms. Yolanda Bello-Pajaro and Ms. Milagros Alipit-de Guzman, respectively.  The next meeting will be held at the UPAA Board Room, Ang Bahay ng…

The University of the Philippines Alumni Association (UPAA) is now accepting nominations for this year’s UPAA Distinguished Alumni Awards, this was announced by UPAA President and Alumni Regent Reynaldo C. Laserna.  The awarding ceremonies will be held during the UP General Alumni Homecoming at Ang Bahay ng Alumni, UP Diliman Campus, Quezon City, on Saturday, 29 August 2020, at 2:00 P.M. The awards are conferred on UP alumni who have demonstrated in their respective chosen fields of endeavor exceptional achievements and outstanding contributions that bring about substantial benefits to society and distinct honor to the University.  Recognition will also be…

(JAN. 29)—The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Development (OVCRD) opened 2020 with a conference highlighting UPD researches, creative and extension outputs. “Saliksikhay,” held from January 16 to 17 at the Benito Sy Pow Auditorium, College of Architecture, showcased UPD research, extension and creative activities with social impact. Vice Chancellor for Research and Development Fidel Nemenzo underscored the kind of knowledge production outputs that UPD have across all disciplines, that is worthy and deserving of the taxpayers support. “When you look at the program, almost all disciplines are represented, from the sciences…

(JAN. 7)—Former Asian Center (AC) professor and dean Ajit Singh Rye passed away on Jan. 2. He was 93. Rye served as AC dean from 1985 to 1991 where he was a professor of South Asian Studies, particularly Indian Studies. He served as Officer for Student Relations (1970-1971), Overseer of the Library Museum (1973), Program Development Associate (1978), Officer-in-Charge of the Office of the Secretary (1980) and Director of the Asian Studies Program (1982). He was the Executive Director of the Jubilee Secretariat for the UP Diamond Jubilee Committee (1982-1983) and a…

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(DEC. 16)—Rain or shine, the Lantern Parade 2019, the most anticipated Christmas event in UP Diliman (UPD), soared high befitting this year’s theme “Pumailanlang.” For about 6 hours. Around 2,500 contingents and spectators converged at the Oblation Plaza and Academic Oval as early as 4 p.m. to participate and witness the parade of colorful gigantic floats and twinkling lanterns. The event officially started at 5:30 p.m. and culminated at the University Amphitheater. The creative lanterns were interpretations of this year’s theme “Pumailanlang,” meaning…