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SUMMARY:UP Mindanao's 30th Anniversary Year-long Schedule of Activities
DESCRIPTION:LOOK | Year-long Schedule of Activities for UP Mindanao’s 30th Anniversary\n\nJoin us as we celebrate three decades of academic excellence\, research innovation\, and community engagement! UP Mindanao’s 30th Anniversary is packed with exciting activities\, from cultural performances and academic forums to sports events and community outreach programs.\n\nHere’s the full schedule and be part of this milestone celebration! Let’s honor our past\, celebrate our present\, and shape our future together.\n\nSource: University of the Philippines Mindanao Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/up-mindanaos-30th-anniversary-year-long-schedule-of-activities/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251105T090000
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SUMMARY:Dokumenterte: Documenting Duterte in images\, 2016-2022
DESCRIPTION:OPENING NEXT WEEK: Dokumenterte: Documenting Duterte in images\, 2016-2022\n​\nA solo exhibit of cartoons by Renan Ortiz opens on November 5 (Wednesday)\, 5 p.m. at the UP Fine Arts Gallery (Parola).\n​\nA visual artist\, art educator\, and activist\, Ortiz offers a landmark survey of political cartoons made during the regime of former President Rodrigo Duterte. A response to the ongoing developments at the International Criminal Court (ICC)\, the exhibit gathers six years of cartoons\, caricatures\, and comics drawn and posted in the Facebook platform Cartoons and Philippine Politics and published in the alternative paper Pinoy Weekly. Curated by Lisa Ito\, these images captured the temper of the times as visual practices of expression\, dissent\, fact-checking\, and evidence. The exhibit is organized in cooperation with the Ecumenical Institute for Labor Education and Research (EILER) and Pinoy Weekly.\n​\nFREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC\n​\nDokumenterte: Documenting Duterte in images\, 2016-2022 will be on view at Gallery Two from November 5 to 22\, 2025.\n​\nThe UP Fine Arts Gallery is open from Tuesday to Saturday\, 9 AM to 4 PM at the Arts and Design West Hall\, College of Fine Arts\, Diliman\, Quezon City. For inquiries\, you may message us at cfagallery.upd@up.edu.ph or call us at +63-2-8981-8500 local 3988.\n\nSource: UP Fine Arts Gallery Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/dokumenterte-documenting-duterte-in-images-2016-2022/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
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SUMMARY:Kinaadman Mindanao
DESCRIPTION:Inihahandog ng UP Departamento ng Kasaysayan ang Kinaadman Mindanao—isang proyekto sa ilalim ng UPD Culture Bearers-in-Residence Program ng UP Diliman Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (UPD-OVCAA).\n\nTalaan ng mga Gawain:\n\nWelcome Reception\n19 November 2025\, 12:00 n.t. – 3:00 n.h.\nDepartment of History\, Pavilion 2\, Palma Hall\n\nMindanao Culture and History Exhibit & Public Forum\n21-28 November 2025\, 8:30 n.u. – 10:00 n.u.\nPH 116-118\, Palma Hall\n\nKinaadman Mindanao Lecture Series\n25\, 27 November 2025\, 1:00 n.h. – 5:00 n.h.\nPilar Herrera Lecture Hall\, Palma Hall\n\nLeading with Heart: Knowing Ourselves\, Facing Conflict\, and growing Strong\, A Community Engagement\n29 November 2025\, 9:00 n.u. – 12:00 n.t.\nSilid Balatik\, Pavilion 2\, Palma Hall\n\nLaunch of Rudy Buhay Rodil Reader\nTaong 2026\n\nPara sa mga karagdagang impormasyon\, antabayanan ang aming Facebook page. Magkita-kita po tayo sa mga gawaing ito!\n\nSource: UP Departamento ng Kasaysayan Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/kinaadman-mindanao/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
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SUMMARY:“Pasko sa UP Manila: Patuloy na Nagmamahal\, Lumalaban at Nagwawagi”
DESCRIPTION:IT’S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR 🎄🎁 🌟\n\nWe enjoin everyone to actively participate in this year’s UP Manila Christmas Celebration with the theme\, “Pasko sa UP Manila: Patuloy na Nagmamahal\, Lumalaban at Nagwawagi\,” featuring the following activities:\n\nKick-off Ceremony | November 26\, 2025\n5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Mass (PGH Chapel)\n6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony\n\nTiktok Video-Making Contest | November 24 – December 5\, 2025\n\nMerry Midday Madness | December 10\, 2025\n11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Online Program)\n\nChristmas Tree Decorations\nDecember 11\, 2025\n\nLantern Parade and Cheer Performance | December 12\, 2025\n2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n\nUPM Salu-Salo | December 15\, 2025\n9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (SSWC)\n\nAdopt-a-Ward | December 15-17\, 2025\n\nMisa de Gallo | December 16-24\, 2025\n5:00 AM – 6:00 AM (PGH Chapel)\n\nThe activities will also be live streamed in the UP Manila official Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/UPManilaOfficial/).\nDetailed instructions and guidelines for the Tiktok Video-Making Contest\, Merry Midday Madness (online program)\, Christmas Tree Decorations\, Lantern Parade and Cheer\, Adopt-a-Ward\, UPM Salu-salo\, and Misa de Gallo are accessible through this link: https://drive.google.com/…/1X…\n\nPlease email your queries/clarifications to the UP Manila Christmas Celebration Committee at upm-ccc2025@up.edu.ph.\n\nSource: University of the Philippines Manila Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/pasko-sa-up-manila-patuloy-na-nagmamahal-lumalaban-at-nagwawagi/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251129T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251129T100000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
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SUMMARY:"From Land to Space: Fireside Chat on the Philippines’ MULA Satellite"
DESCRIPTION:🌌Be part of the conversation that shapes the future of Filipino space technology.\n\nRegistration for our fireside chat\, “From Land to Space: Fireside Chat on the Philippines’ MULA Satellite” is now OPEN.\n\n🕗 Nov 29 • 8:00 AM\n📍 University Hotel – Oblation Room\nSeats are limited — reserve yours today.\n\n🔗 Register now! https://forms.gle/cVuunKSooqzqvUFc6\n\nSource: Fireside Chat on the Philippines’ MULA Satellite Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/from-land-to-space-fireside-chat-on-the-philippines-mula-satellite/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251129T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251129T100000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251116T173752Z
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SUMMARY:"La Historia Olvidada: Filipinas-México 2025" 10th Episode
DESCRIPTION:Tenth Episode of “La Historia Olvidada: Filipinas-México 2025”\n\nThe Philippine Embassy in Mexico\, in partnership with the Departamento ng Kasaysayan of the University of the Philippines\, El Colegio de San Luis\, and the Philippine-Mexico Studies Program\, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)\, invites you to the tenth and last episode of “LA HISTORIA OLVIDADA: FILIPINAS-MEXICO 2025\,” a virtual colloquium series on Philippine-Mexico relations\, to be held via Zoom on 29 November 2025 at 8:30-10:00 A.M.\, Philippine time.\n\nThe resource speaker\, Dr. Ostwald Sales-Colín Kortajarena\, Professor and Researcher at the Department of Sociology\, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Azcapotzalco\, México\, will discuss “El Colegio de Santa Potenciana\, 17th Century” in English.\nThis colloquium series\, which will be streamed live via Post’s YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@PHinMexico/streams)\, aims to highlight pivotal events and contexts that have shaped the engagements between the Philippines and Mexico\, spanning from the sixteenth century to the contemporary period.\n\nInterested participants may register using the QR code on the attached poster or through this link: bit.ly/Historia-OlvidadaPHMX.\n\nCertificates of Participation may be issued to interested participants. We look forward to seeing you there.\n\nSource: UP Departamento ng Kasaysayan Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/la-historia-olvidada-filipinas-mexico-2025-10th-episode/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251129T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251129T160000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251124T180359Z
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SUMMARY:“Mga Kuwento\, Mga Kasarian at Mga Katawan: Mga Pananaw mula Retorika at Araling Pagtatanghal sa Pag-aaral ng Pang-araw-araw”
DESCRIPTION:Nagtataka ka ba kung paano sinusuri ang iba’t ibang tekstong nakikita natin araw-araw gamit ang mga lente ng komunikasyon at teatro?\nMakilahok na sa muling pagbubukas ng Sentro ng Wikang Filipino – UP Diliman (SWF-UPD) ang rehistrasyon para sa susunod na Pasinatì sa ika-29 ng Nobyembre (Sabado) na may temang “Mga Kuwento\, Mga Kasarian at Mga Katawan: Mga Pananaw mula Retorika at Araling Pagtatanghal sa Pag-aaral ng Pang-araw-araw.” Isasagawa ang lektura-palihan sa pamamagitan ng Zoom mula 9:00 n.u. hanggang 4:00 n.h.\n\nItinatampok ng pagsasanay ang mga pananaw mula sa dalawang disiplina ng Komunikasyong Pasalita (Speech Communication) na Retorika at Araling Pagtatanghal (Rhetoric and Performance). Bahagi ang Pasinatì 11 ng pagsusulong ng Patakarang Pangwika ng UP para sa pagpapalaganap at pagpapaunlad ng wikang Filipino bilang midyum ng pagtuturo\, pananaliksik\, publikasyon\, at opisyal na komunikasyon.\n\nPara sa mga interesadong lumahok sa pagsasanay\, magpatala lamang sa pamamagitan ng pag-scan sa QR Code o pag-akses sa bit.ly/PasinatiXI_Rehistrasyon_29Nob2025\, at antabayanan ang paanyaya sa inyong email para sa mga mapipiling kalahok.\n\nLimitado ang mga slot ng workshop\, kaya halina’t magregister na!\n\nSource: Sentro ng Wikang Filipino – UP Diliman Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/mga-kuwento-mga-kasarian-at-mga-katawan-mga-pananaw-mula-retorika-at-araling-pagtatanghal-sa-pag-aaral-ng-pang-araw-araw/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251129T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251016T162150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T162150Z
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Teaching: AI for Differentiation and Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to step into the future?\n\nJoin our free webinar series on AI!\n\nUP NISMED\, Unilab Foundation\, CISTEM\, and MIT RAISE bring you Transforming Philippine Classrooms through AI-powered Teaching A 5-part webinar series on Artificial Intelligence in Education.\n\nRegister in any of the following webinar topics and schedule.\n\n1. Low-Tech and Offline AI Practices for Rural and Disaster Contexts\n25 October 2025 | 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.\n\n2. Teacher Well-Being: Using AI to Reduce Workload and Support Mental Health\n8 November 2025 | 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.\n\n3. Inclusive AI: Supporting Learners with Special Needs\n22 November 2025 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\n\n4. Inclusive Teaching: AI for Differentiation and Literacy\n29 November 2025 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\n\n5. Disaster Resilience and Continuity of Learning with AI\n6 December 2025 | 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\n\nInterested participants may register at bit.ly/AI_Webinar_Series\n\nCertificates of Participation will be given to official registrants who will complete the evaluation after each webinar.\n\nJoin us and be AI-ready!\n\nTogether let’s transform your classrooms!\n\nSource: UP NISMED Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/inclusive-teaching-ai-for-differentiation-and-literacy/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251112T180518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T180518Z
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SUMMARY:Gulayan: Supporting Nutrition\, Enhancing Livelihood\, and Promoting Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:The graduate students (HE 390 B class) would like to invite you to attend their free webinar entitled “Gulayan: Supporting Nutrition\, Enhancing Livelihood\, and Promoting Sustainability\,” which seeks to promote understanding of the role of Gulayan in supporting nutrition\, livelihood\, and promoting sustainable practices in the community through knowledge-sharing\, community engagement\, and practical strategies for implementation.\n\nThis webinar also aims to gather educators\, students\, and other professionals from various academic institutions and home economics-related organizations to share their insights\, experiences\, and questions about Gulayan as a means of supporting nutrition\, livelihood\, and sustainability in various aspects of our lives.\n\nThis event is scheduled on November 29\, 2025 (Saturday) from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NN via Zoom. Interested attendees may register through the link below or scan the QR code on the webinar posters. Attendees will receive an e-certificate after filling out the evaluation form at the end of the webinar.\n\nRegistration form link: https://forms.gle/ahGG6x2taCCsUuze6\n\nFor inquiries\, reach them through Asst. Prof. Joe Amiel Ferrer (jmferrer6@up.edu.ph).\n\nThank you very much.\n\nSource: UP Diliman Department of Home Economics Education Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/gulayan-supporting-nutrition-enhancing-livelihood-and-promoting-sustainability/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251129T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251129T160000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251125T213257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T213257Z
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SUMMARY:“To Flood or Not to Flood… That Is the Question”
DESCRIPTION:Why does Metro Manila keep flooding — and what can we actually do about it? 🌧️\n\nJoin us for an eye-opening forum\, “To Flood or Not to Flood… That Is the Question\,” featuring former Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio\, former DOF Usec Cielo Magno\, and Congressman Chel Diokno.\n\n🗓️ Nov. 29 (Sat)\n🕞 2:30 PM (Registration starts 1:30 PM)\n📍 Paparazzi\, Celebrity Club\, Diliman\, QC\n\nSecure your slot now: https://forms.gle/UVbppaau8WpztZHr7\n\nSource: U.P. School of Economics Alumni Association Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/to-flood-or-not-to-flood-that-is-the-question/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251129T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251129T210000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251021T163846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T163846Z
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SUMMARY:UP Geology Alumni Association 2025 Alumni Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Calling all UP Geology alumni\, especially the Jubilarian batches 1965\, 1975\, 1985\, and 2000 – please save the date! See you on November 29 at UP-NIGS for a reunion of old friends\, colleagues\, and kindred spirits in celebration of contributions of our alumni in Philippine Geology.\n\nSource: University of the Philippines Geology Alumni Association Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/up-geology-alumni-association-2025-alumni-homecoming/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251201T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251130T180830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T180830Z
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SUMMARY:UP Baguio’s December Activities
DESCRIPTION:Foundation Day\, Pag-iilaw to start UPB’s December activities\n\nThe University of the Philippines Baguio (UPB) starts the countdown for its December activities beginning with the commemoration of its 23rd Foundation Day followed by the campus lighting ceremony or “Pag-iilaw” both on December 2.\n\nWith the theme “Paskong Iskolar: Liwanag ng Bayan\, Liwanag ng Pag-asa” the event will also see the resumption of the lantern parade\, a traditional component of UPB’s year-end activities but which was suspended due to the pandemic.\n\nHighlighting the festivities is the “Pasiklaban 2025\,” to be held on December 12. The Christmas frolics brings together faculty and students in a night of performances and talent presentations\, all in the spirit of fun and fellowship.\n\nThe full schedule of UPB December activities including the Pag-iilaw are detailed here.\n\nSource: University of the Philippines Baguio Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/up-baguios-december-activities/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251201T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251127T180429Z
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SUMMARY:Demo Day (MatE 194 : Materials Selection and Design)
DESCRIPTION:🎉 You’re Invited! 🎉\n\nGet ready to witness creativity\, engineering\, and innovation all in one place! Our Materials Engineering students are presenting their product designs for MatE 194 : Materials Selection and Design. You’re invited to be part of the experience.\n\n📍 Where: 2nd Floor Plaza\, Institute for Small-Scale Industries\, UP Diliman\n📆 When: December 1\, 2025\n⏰ Time : 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM\n\nWe will kickstart the program with our plenary session\, featuring invited speakers who will share insights on turning product prototypes into commercial products.\n\nThen in the afternoon\, roam around and discover student innovations during our poster presentation session. Meet the teams\, explore their concepts\, and test drive their products.\n\nWhether you’re into design\, innovation\, or just love seeing fresh engineering talent in action\, this event is for you.\n\nSee you there!\n\nSource: UP Department of Mining\, Metallurgical\, and Materials Engineering Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/demo-day-mate-194-materials-selection-and-design/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251201T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251206T173000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
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SUMMARY:Step into the Timeless World of Noh!
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Timeless World of Noh!\n\nLearn dance\, chant\, and drums from two Noh Grand Masters – Umewaka Chozemon\, (Shite kata) and Omura Shigeji\, (Otsuzumi kata)\, both designated Holders of Important Intangible Cultural Property for Noh Theater.\n\nJoin our training-rehearsals from December 1 – 6\, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM and 1 PM – 5:30 PM at UPCIS Classroom C. These sessions will serve as an audition\, and you may be invited to help bring this ancient art to life in November 2026.\n\nThose who are interested may sign-up through this link: https://forms.gle/JheDRweDsiYBY6Go9\n\nThis Noh training-rehearsal is supported by the University of the Philippines Diliman\, the Center for International Studies (CIS@25) and The Japan Foundation Manila.\n\nSource: UP Center for International Studies Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/step-into-the-timeless-world-of-noh/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251201T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251116T174126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T174126Z
UID:22690-1764597600-1764603000@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:"From Data to Disaster Readiness: Empowering Communities through STEM Education” Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Discover how STEM education shapes informed\, disaster-ready\, and resilient communities!\n\nIn celebration of its 61st anniversary\, the University of the Philippines National Institute for Science and Mathematics Education Development (UP NISMED) proudly presents a Public Lecture titled\, “From Data to Disaster Readiness: Empowering Communities through STEM Education.” This will be held in two parts:\n\nPart 1: 25 November 2025 (Tuesday) at 9:00 a.m.\nPart 2: 1 December 2025 (Monday) at 2:00 p.m.\n\nBoth sessions will be available online via livestream on the UP NISMED Facebook page and NISMED TV YouTube channel.\n\nThe first part of the event will also mark the launch of new learning and instructional materials developed by UP NISMED to enhance STEM teaching and learning in classrooms across the country.\n\nJoin us as we uncover how STEM education transforms data into action and empowers communities to prepare for\, respond to\, and recover from disasters with greater resilience.\n\nSource: UP NISMED Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/from-data-to-disaster-readiness-empowering-communities-through-stem-education-part-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251124T212113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T212113Z
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SUMMARY:UP Mindanao Kasadya 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Kasadya spirit continues! ✨🎄\n\nHere’s a look at the Schedule of Activities for Kasadya 2025: Kasadya sa Kahayag\, Kalipay sa Panaghiusa.\nFrom December 2–4\, join us for Kasadya Community Services and the USC Outdoor Screening—a chance to give back\, unwind\, and celebrate together as one UP Mindanao community. 💚❤️\n\nThen on December 5\, get ready for a day filled with energy\, creativity\, and holiday cheer:\n\n🌅 4 AM – USC’s Color Run for a Cause\n💃 1 PM – Dance Ensemble Show\n🎭 3 PM – Parolan Parade\n\n✨ Followed by the Official Program\n\nLet’s come together in light and unity as we continue the celebrations leading up to the season’s grand moments! 🌟\n\nSource: UP Mindanao-Kasadya Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/up-mindanao-kasadya-2025/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251202T182004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T182004Z
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SUMMARY:32nd International Geographical Union-Commission on the Sustainability of Rural Systems (IGU-CSRS Colloquium)
DESCRIPTION:32nd International Geographical Union-Commission on the Sustainability of Rural Systems (IGU-CSRS Colloquium)\nNEW RURALITIES: CONTESTATIONS AND ITERATIONS ON RURAL SPATIALITIES\nUniversity of the Philippines Diliman & University of the Philippines Baguio\n\n+ + + + + + +\nDates:\n2-7 December 2025\n+ + + + + + +\n\nVenues:\n2-3 Dec 2025: Bulwagang Tandang Sora\, UP CSWCD\n4-7 Dec 2025: Various sites in Northern Luzon\n+ + + + + + +\n\nThe 32nd IGU-CSRS Colloquium is made possible through the support of the following institutions:\n* International Geographical Union (IGU)\n* IGU-Commission on the Sustainability of Rural Systems (IGU-CSRS)\n* UP Department of Geography\n* Philippine Geographical Society (PGS)\n* International Conference on Geographical Studies (ICGS)\n* UP Baguio-Cordillera Studies Center (CSC)\n* UP Office of International Linkages (UP OIL)\n* UP Diliman College of Social Work and Community Development (UPD CSWCD)\n* University of the Philippines Diliman\n\nSource: UP Department of Geography Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/32nd-international-geographical-union-commission-on-the-sustainability-of-rural-systems-igu-csrs-colloquium/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251202T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251116T211819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T211819Z
UID:22706-1764662400-1764954000@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:STATISTICAL MODELING IN THE HEALTH SCIENCES
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to model? 😎😎😎\n\nThe Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics invites you to a short course on:\n📈 STATISTICAL MODELING IN THE HEALTH SCIENCES\n\nAt the end of the short course\, participants will be able to apply different statistical modelling procedures in the health sciences.\n\n📌 December 2-5\, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM\n👀 Computer Laboratory\, 3rd Floor\, Annex II Building | College of Public Health | University of the Philippines Manila\n🖋️ Register via: https://bit.ly/SMHS2025Dec\n\nTraining fee starts at Php 9\,500 (for early bird registrants and UP Manila employees and students).\n\nFor inquiries email at: debs.cph.upm@up.edu.ph\n\nSource: University of the Philippines Manila Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/statistical-modeling-in-the-health-sciences/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251202T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251202T183000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
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UID:22787-1764696600-1764700200@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:UP Baguio Pailaw 2025
DESCRIPTION:Foundation Day\, Pag-iilaw to start UPB’s December activities\n\nThe University of the Philippines Baguio (UPB) starts the countdown for its December activities beginning with the commemoration of its 23rd Foundation Day followed by the campus lighting ceremony or “Pag-iilaw” both on December 2.\n\nWith the theme “Paskong Iskolar: Liwanag ng Bayan\, Liwanag ng Pag-asa” the event will also see the resumption of the lantern parade\, a traditional component of UPB’s year-end activities but which was suspended due to the pandemic.\n\nHighlighting the festivities is the “Pasiklaban 2025\,” to be held on December 12. The Christmas frolics brings together faculty and students in a night of performances and talent presentations\, all in the spirit of fun and fellowship.\n\nThe full schedule of UPB December activities including the Pag-iilaw are detailed here.\n\nSource: University of the Philippines Baguio Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/up-baguio-pailaw-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251202T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251201T172459Z
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UID:22800-1764702000-1764709200@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:UP Symphony Orchestra: Duyog sa Pasko\, Kagahapon ug Karon: A Music for Healing & Hope
DESCRIPTION:The University of the Philippines Cebu proudly presents the UP Symphony Orchestra in a special holiday concert under the baton of Maestro Josefino “Chino” Toledo\, featuring Bianca López (soprano) and Gerald Calma (horn).\n\nThis year’s program\, “Duyog sa Pasko\, Kagahapon ug Karon: A Music for Healing & Hope\,” offers an evening of reflective and uplifting performances that honor the spirit of the season and the shared hopes of the UP community.\n\n📅 December 2\, 2025 (Tuesday)\n🕖 7:00 PM\n📍 Pacific Grand Ballroom\, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino\n\nTickets will also be available for purchase at the venue on the day of the event.\n\nSource: University of the Philippines Cebu Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/up-symphony-orchestra-duyog-sa-pasko-kagahapon-ug-karon-a-music-for-healing-hope/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T170000
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CREATED:20251202T212743Z
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UID:22831-1764748800-1764781200@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:UP Manila World Aids Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:As HIV cases continue to rise in the Philippines\, informed awareness and early testing remain essential to strengthening our national response.\n\nThis World AIDS Day\, the UP College of Nursing\, UP Manila Center for Gender and Women Studies\, and the UP Male Nurses’ Organization invite you to a two-part event on December 4\, 2025\, at Sotejo Hall\, UP College of Nursing\, Pedro Gil St.\, Manila.\n\nResilient Together: Transforming the AIDS Response through Awareness\, Research\, and Action\n🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 NN\n\nFree HIV Testing & Counseling:\n🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n\nThis initiative is open to all UP Manila students\, faculty\, REPS\, and staff.\n\nTogether\, let us champion awareness\, compassion\, and a stigma-free future.\n\n📷 UP College of Nursing/ Facebook\n\nSource: University of the Philippines Manila Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/up-manila-world-aids-day-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T133000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251202T181403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T181403Z
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SUMMARY:Bilateral Contract Formation and Spot Market Equilibria in the Electricity Market
DESCRIPTION:Brown bag seminar by Kenmore Espinoza\, PhD candidate at the UP School of Economics. The seminar will be on December 3\, 2026 (Wednesday)\, 12NN\, at Room 301\, Encarnacion Hall\, School of Economics\, University of the Philippines.\n\nSeminar title: Bilateral Contract Formation and Spot Market Equilibria in the Electricity Market\n\nAbstract:\nElectricity prices in the Philippines have remained high despite the restructuring of the energy market and the establishment of the spot market under EPIRA. This outcome motivated the introduction of the Competitive Selection Process (CSP) to enhance competition and transparency in bilateral contracting. However\, its system-wide effects\, particularly its interaction with the spot market\, remain underexplored. To analyze these dynamics\, we develop a two-stage supply-function equilibrium model to assess (1) how contracting outcomes differ when agreements are formed through one-on-one negotiations\, through a decentralized market with multiple generators\, or through a centrally coordinated bilateral market\, and (2) how contracting in each setting influences spot-market bidding strategies and resulting spot outcomes.\n\nRegister here:\nFace-to-face: https://bit.ly/4rzIqUE\nZoom: https://bit.ly/48GTfg2\n\nSource: UP School of Economics Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/bilateral-contract-formation-and-spot-market-equilibria-in-the-electricity-market/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T113000
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CREATED:20251202T214626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T214626Z
UID:22833-1764842400-1764847800@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Usapang Legal: A Legal Forum on Violence Against Women and Children
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we stand united against violence against women and children in our communities!\n\nAs part of the 18-day campaign to end VAW\, Kasarian Gender Studies Program is hosting a FREE Legal Forum on Violence Against Women and Children this December 4\, 10 AM at Teatro Amianan\, UP Baguio.\n\nWe also offer FREE legal consultations and FREE simple affidavit services\, in partnership with Public Attorney’s Office-CAR! This is open to all!\n\nLet’s raise awareness\, support each other\, and empower every woman and child! 💜\n\nSource: UPB Kasarian Gender Studies Program Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/usapang-legal-a-legal-forum-on-violence-against-women-and-children/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T143000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251124T163300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T163300Z
UID:22720-1764853200-1764858600@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Advancing Community-Led Actions in the Face of Systemic Corruption\, Climate Crisis\, and Human Rights Violations in the Philippines
DESCRIPTION:This 4 December 2025\, join us for the Katungod: 4th Annual Forum on International Human Rights – “Advancing Community-Led Actions in the Face of Systemic Corruption\, Climate Crisis\, and Human Rights Violations in the Philippines.”\n\nFrom the July habagat floods to Super Typhoon Uwan\, 2025 exposed how corruption and negligence continue to turn hazards into humanitarian crises. As we commemorate 12 years since Yolanda and approach International Human Rights Day\, we gather to defend our rights\, demand accountability\, and strengthen community-led climate justice.\n\n📍 UP CSWCD Bulwagang Tandang Sora\n🕘 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM\n✊ Organized by REDO\, CPD-DR\, Sandiwa\, and NCCP\n\nSource: College of Social Work and Community Development Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/advancing-community-led-actions-in-the-face-of-systemic-corruption-climate-crisis-and-human-rights-violations-in-the-philippines/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251130T172516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T172516Z
UID:22786-1764858600-1764867600@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Ambagan Kung Ambagan: Ang Patron\, ang Malasakit\, at ang Pagbuhay ng Tulong sa Demokrasya
DESCRIPTION:The UP Third World Studies Center invites the public to Ambagan Kung Ambagan: Ang Patron\, ang Malasakit\, at ang Pagbuhay ng Tulong sa Demokrasya\, the second installment of the 2025-26 UP TWSC Francisco “Dodong” Nemenzo Jr. Public Forum Series: Bugso at Bisa ng Magkakasalungat na Pagkilos sa Demokrasya.\n\n📆 DATE: December 4\, 2025\n⏰ TIME: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM\n📍 VENUE: Pilar Herrera Hall\, Palma Hall\, College of Social Sciences and Philosophy\, University of the Philippines Diliman\n📝 REGISTER: https://bit.ly/TWSCAmbagan\n\nWe are a country of thieves and beggars whose existence is made endlessly possible by the adherence of the ruling political class to the rituals of democracy. The thieves need the beggars to elect them to office in what is\, for all appearances\, a democratic contest. Once in office\, the elected professional plunderers\, usually acting in concert\, raid the public treasury with wanton abandon so as to create a permanent impoverished class. Through the professional plunderers’ public show of piety and benevolence\, especially during times of crises\, the impoverished class is to be kept barely alive and half sentient until the next electoral exercise.\n\nThere are\, of course\, other entities in this decidedly Filipino circle of hell.\n\nCharities have been outlets for aid directed at specific sectors. Despite the impact non-government organizations have provided over the years\, philanthropy remains a morally insidious practice. This mode of aid privileges elite\, wealthy\, and well-off individuals to maintain distance from addressing the systemic issues that create charities in the first place. Goodwill becomes self-gratification in charity; it is a method to make a fool out of making a difference. At its peak\, charity creates an imaginary goodwill class with a wellspring of funds and compassion. But what do we achieve after we donate to charities? What do we address through it—the symptom or the cause?\n\nUnfortunately\, civil society as a whole is largely entangled with the issue of aid. A lot of civil society projects and activities rely on external funding\, whether it be through private donors or aid foundations. Like in other countries\, Philippine civil society has been the beneficiary of international aid-giving bodies such as USAID and the UN. Contingent on funding\, the reach and function of their support become scarce. This conjures the bleak reality that—to an extent—democracy runs on aid. If our main source of funding is international bodies\, does this spell out that Philippine democracy is not wholly dependent on the Filipino people?\n\nAs resistance against these issues\, mutual aid has become a viable political act. As social safety nets and institutions fail the public\, grassroots movements motivated by rage and compassion organize projects that band-aid immediate needs while also addressing narratives of suffering. This recalls the notion of bayanihan\, albeit with the risk of romanticization. Even if the logic of mutual aid aligns with contestatory politics\, is its current praxis sustainable for Philippine democratization? Can it and will it end up in the same moral pitfalls of ayuda and charity? Will aid—born out of grassroots solidarity—be the end-all be-all of democratic resistance?\n\nThe second installment of the 2025-26 UP TWSC Francisco “Dodong” Nemenzo Jr. Public Forum Series focuses on the idea of how aid becomes the lifeline of democracy. For years\, much has been discussed about political patronage and public misery\, while little has been conversed about the horizontal relationship of aid through solidarity projects and mutual aid and how these factor into our democratic frameworks. With this\, how does the public grapple with the reality of aid dependency? Does democracy promote aid dependency? How do Filipino values of malasakit\, utang na loob\, and pakikipagkapwa inform our democratic actions? How can we escape from limiting our democratic participation in the discourse of aid? Does democracy need aid to sustain itself?\n\nℹ️ Read more about the 2025-25 UP TWSC Francisco “Dodong” Nemenzo Jr. Public Forum here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16HRevt83h/\n\nSource: UP Twsc Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/ambagan-kung-ambagan-ang-patron-ang-malasakit-at-ang-pagbuhay-ng-tulong-sa-demokrasya/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T173000
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UID:22774-1764864000-1764869400@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:"Structurally Controlled Mineralisation in the Philippines: Practical Insights and Best Practices from Seequent"
DESCRIPTION:RESCHEDULED to December 4\, Thursday\, 4-5 PM.\n—————–\nHow can we use structures to create 3D models of mineralization for resource exploration and estimation? Find out by joining us at 4 PM on Thursday\, December 4!\n\nThe NIGS Lecture Series will feature a talk led by Mr. Joel Vergunst and Ms. Sophie Tie on “Structurally Controlled Mineralisation in the Philippines: Practical Insights and Best Practices from Seequent.”\n\nJoel Vergunst is a Geologist based in Perth\, Western Australia\, with extensive experience in geological modeling and structural interpretation. Joel specializes in applying advanced geoscience tools\, including Leapfrog Geo workflows\, to support resource development and exploration projects.\n\nSophie Tie connects geology with technology – helping transform raw data into insights that reveal the secrets below ground! Driven by curiosity and collaboration\, Sophie encourages future geoscientists to explore how their skills can shape sustainable solutions for our planet.\n\nThis event is in partnership with the Iuvenis Orbis Geological Fraternity c.1972.\n\nDon’t miss out! See you there!\n\nSource: National Institute of Geological Sciences Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/structurally-controlled-mineralisation-in-the-philippines-practical-insights-and-best-practices-from-seequent/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251205T183000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251201T175950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T175950Z
UID:22806-1764867600-1764959400@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:UP Visayas Paskua 2025 "Paglaum nga Nagapadayon!”
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate Paskua 2025 with the theme “Paglaum nga Nagapadayon!”\n\nBe part of the Christmas Lights Illumination Ceremony on December 4\, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the New Admin Building Parking Lot\, University of the Philippines Visayas\, Miagao.\n\n✨ Stroll around and enjoy the heartwarming glow of the Christmas lights and festive decorations that illuminate the campus\, symbolizing hope\, resilience\, and the spirit that carries us forward.\n\n🍔 Satisfy your cravings with a delightful selection of food carts available throughout the event:\n* Theo’s Siomai Foodcart\n* Jing’s Food Corner\n* Shawarmalicious\n* DK Desserts and Pastries\n* 37 Degrees Coffee\n* Pau-Pau Ice Cream\n\n🎶 Experience performances that bring the season to life:\n* Christmas Songs by the UPV Choristers\n* Mob Dance by the UPV Department of Physical Education\n\nMeanwhile\, come and see the lights during the Christmas Lights Illumination Ceremony at the Iloilo City campus on December 5\, 2025 at 5:30 PM and be entertained by the best of the best:\n* Iloilo Harana Performing Group\n* UPV Khoryu\n* UPV Rhapsody\n\nBring your family and friends!\n\nLet us come together as one UPV community to celebrate the enduring spirit of hope\, love\, and giving that defines the Christmas season.\n\nSource: University of the Philippines Visayas Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/up-visayas-paskua-2025-paglaum-nga-nagapadayon/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T171500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251202T214906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T214906Z
UID:22836-1764868500-1764871200@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:UP Tacloban College Paglamrag 2025
DESCRIPTION:Pasko na!🎄🎄\n\nAll are invited to Paglamrag 2025\, the lighting of the Christmas lanterns at the Oblation signaling the start of the Christmas season at the UP Tacloban campus✨✨\n\nSource: University of the Philippines Tacloban Facebook
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/up-tacloban-college-paglamrag-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251205T063000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251205T093000
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CREATED:20251112T220106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T161106Z
UID:22657-1764916200-1764927000@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:UPMAS-UPCM 2000 Golf Cup
DESCRIPTION:The UP College of Medicine Silver Jubilarian Class of 2000 is thrilled to invite you to the UPMAS-UPCM 2000 Golf Cup — a great opportunity to enjoy a day on the course while supporting a great cause!\n\nDate: December 5\, 2025\nTime: 6:30 AM\nLocation: Manila Golf & Country Club\n\nRSVP:\nPlease contact\nLarry Yan at 09985791026\nand\nDr Lee Heredia at 09178663073 .\n\nRegister here:\nhttps://tinyurl.com/UPMAS-UPCM2000GolfCup\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/upmas-upcm-2000-golf-cup/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251205T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260901T194119
CREATED:20251204T170230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T170410Z
UID:22859-1764936000-1764939600@alumni-dev.up.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Health UPdates Webinar #266 "Healthcare in the Philippines: Fragmented nga ba?"
DESCRIPTION:The University of the Philippines\,\nin partnership with the UP Manila – National Institutes of Health\,\nand in cooperation with UP Philippine General Hospital and UP College of Medicine\,\nwould like to invite you to attend this webinar! \n  \nRegistration slots are limited to this HEALTH UPDATES webinar\nSo sign up NOW:\nbit.ly/HealthUpdatesWebinar266 \n  \nWebinar #266\nDecember 5\, 2025 (Friday)\, 12:00 noon\nHealthcare in the Philippines: Fragmented Nga Ba?\n\nPresenter:\nDR. KENNETH Y. HARTIGAN-GO\nSenior Research Fellow\, Ateneo Policy Center\nProgram Director\, Ateneo School of Government\n\nReactor:\nDR. MINGUITA B. PADILLA\nPast President\, Eye Bank of the Philippines\n\n———————————————————–\n\nWebinar #266\nDecember 5\, 2025 (Friday)\, 12:00 noon\nHealthcare in the Philippines: Fragmented Nga Ba?\n\nIn an era defined by the pursuit of Universal Health Care (UHC)\, the persistence of a fragmented healthcare system in the Philippines presents a critical challenge to achieving equitable and efficient health outcomes for all citizens. In this week’s episode\, we will dissect the various elements contributing to this persistent fragmentation by moving beyond anecdotal observations to a rigorous\, evidence-based analysis.\n\nThe core of the issue lies in the complex interplay of a devolved governance structure and a multi-payer financing landscape. The decentralization of health functions to Local Government Units (LGUs)\, while democratically sound\, has inadvertently led to vast disparities in service delivery capacity\, resource allocation\, and technical expertise across provinces and municipalities. This results in scenarios where a patient’s access to timely\, high-quality care — ranging from chronic disease management to emergency maternal services — is often contingent not on clinical need\, but on geographical location and the fiscal capacity of their LGU. In addition\, the co-existence of national health insurance (PhilHealth)\, Department of Health (DOH) programs\, and LGU-sourced budgets creates siloed funding streams that often overlap or\, conversely\, neglect vital public health functions\, exacerbating out-of-pocket expenditures for the most vulnerable.\n\nTo illustrate this complexity\, our speakers will discuss the fractured referral pathways between a rural health unit and a tertiary hospital\, or the lack of interoperability between disparate health information systems. Such instances reveal the systemic inefficiencies that not only strain the resources of providers but also diminish the patient experience and compromise continuity of care. The fragmented Human Resources for Health (HRH) distribution\, marked by the severe maldistribution of specialists and the perennial “brain drain” of nurses\, further compounds this problem\, leaving many underserved communities with insufficient personnel to implement UHC’s primary care-focused mandate.\n\nCrucially\, this session is not simply a problem-focused deliberation. We will also discuss actionable recommendations and ways forward. We will outline key strategies for governance alignment by emphasizing the integration of provincial-wide or city-wide health systems to ensure a unified health network. We will also explore the transformative potential of strategic purchasing within PhilHealth and the necessity of robust\, interoperable digital health solutions to bridge informational and geographical gaps.\n\nOur main speaker is a Senior Research Fellow from the Ateneo Policy Center\, Dr. Kenneth Y. Hartigan-Go. Our reactor is Dr. Minguita B. Padilla\, who is a past president of the Eye Bank of the Philippines.\n\nJoin us to critically engage with these challenges and to contribute to the collective effort of transforming a fragmented system into a cohesive\, resilient\, and truly universal health architecture.
URL:https://alumni-dev.up.edu.ph/event/health-updates-webinar-266/
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