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As the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) Law School marked a historic milestone with its first commencement exercises as an independent law school, Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo reminded its graduates that the legal profession is not a privilege to be enjoyed but a responsibility to be fulfilled. “Lawyering is service,” Gesmundo told the 20 members of the Juris Doctor Class of 2026 during commencement exercises held on June 20 at the Li Seng Giap Auditorium. “It

Delivered on June 20, 2026, at the 1st UA&P Law School Juris Doctor Commencement Ceremony held at the Li Seng Giap Auditorium University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) Board of Trustees Chairman, Ambassador Jose L. Cuisia, Jr.; UA&P President, Atty. John Philip R. Yeung; Law School Dean, Atty. Jeremy Benigno I. Gatdula; Vice Dean, Atty. Kathleen L. Capulong; Secretary, Atty. Jesus Joel Mari D. Arzaga; Law Faculty and University Officials; the Law School Graduating Class of 2

The School of Education and Human Development (SED) invites educators to a five-session online series on “Advancing Teacher's Knowledge and Use of Assessment: Understanding the Best Practices" from June 29 to July 3, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The sessions will explore topics on formative assessment, performance tasks, assessment-capable learners, empowering students through assessment, and assessment in AI-mediated learning. Register here. For inquiries, you may contact

“I learned that Church management is also a path to holiness,” shared Fr. Danilo Dela Bajan of the Diocese of Masbate. “When I strive to be transparent in financial administration, I am also asking God to make my soul honest. When I strive to be responsible in stewardship, I am also asking God to free my soul from selfishness and entitlement. When I strive to be effective in leadership, I am also asking God to form in me humility.” For Fr. Dela Bajan and 33 other Church leade

The University Library invites everyone to the 27th Philippine Academic Book Fair to be held at Megatrade Hall 1 of SM Megamall on July 8 to 10 (Wednesday to Friday) from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. Entrance to the book fair is free. To guide the resource selection process, please refer to the professional resources course coding* here and the bibliography report here. For inquiries, please get in touch with the LIB Technical Services Division at library.tsd@uap.asia. *Currently bei

The Center for Food and Agri Business invites everyone to the 2026 Mid-Year Food and Agribusiness Conference on July 8 (Wednesday) from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm via Zoom. The conference, with the theme “Philippine Food and Agribusiness amidst Global Disruptions: Risk, Resilience, and Opportunities,” will examine key risks facing the Philippine food and agribusiness sector, resilience strategies and innovations adopted by industry stakeholders, and emerging opportunities for growth

The UA&P History Department and the National Historical Commission of the Philippines invite everyone to the Rizal Studies Conference 2026 to be held on June 18 and 19 (Thursday - Friday) at the Dizon Auditorium, featuring the lectures of Ateneo historian Prof. Ambeth R. Ocampo, UP Visayas Chancellor Clement C. Camposano, scholar and curator Dr. Cristina Martinez-Juan, and UA&P Professor Emeritus Dr. Paul A. Dumol. The conference, with the theme “Rizal: The Man of Many Projec

For two decades, the Asia Pacific (APAC) Tambuli Awards has championed a simple but powerful idea: that people, businesses, and brands can drive performance through purpose. This vision took center stage once again as industry leaders, marketing practitioners, communication professionals, and business executives gathered on June 5 at Grand Hyatt Manila in Taguig City for the APAC Tambuli Awards 2026, organized by the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) School of Media a

Building on its longstanding commitment to forming the next generation of leaders, the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) is launching its new Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence (BSAI). Beginning this school year, the program, through UA&P's School of Sciences, Engineering and Technology, will equip students with the technical, analytical, and ethical foundations needed to thrive in an AI-driven world. In 2026, the global technology landscape transitioned f

Everyone is invited to Beyond CODE: ITec Research Colloquium 2026 to be held on June 8 (Monday) from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the PLDT Hall, with the theme “Transforming Technology into Real-World Solutions.” Organized by ITec (Information Technology Community), the student organization of the BS Information Technology Program, the colloquium will feature the capstone projects of the 4th-year BSIT students, highlighting cutting-edge systems, forward-thinking solutions, and real

The Campus Management Office is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Bernardo “Jon” Granada as Campus Services Lead and Safety Officer, effective June 1, 2026. In this role, Mr. Granada will oversee campus services operations, including reservations, set-up coordination, and transport operations. He will also serve as the University's primary safety officer, overseeing compliance with health, safety, environmental, and emergency preparedness standards. Mr. Granada has d

The Center for Student Affairs - Office of Student Development (OSD) is pleased to inform you about the upcoming "Readling's Beginnings" project (formerly School READiness) happening this coming June 13, 20, 27, and July 4 & 11 at the UA&P CDE Center from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. In line with this, we would like to ask for your support by pledging as a snack sponsor (per session) or a school kit sponsor (per child). Sponsorships may be per unit/department or individual. Only in-k

Please be guided by the library schedule for the semestral break and midyear term effective June 1 to August 4, 2026. Library users are encouraged to plan their visits and transactions accordingly. Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm Saturday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

Entrepreneurial Management alumnus Brandon Angelo “Gelo” Wong was recently recognized in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia Class of 2026, joining a distinguished group of young Filipinos making an impact in their respective fields. The 23-year-old was recognized for his work as cofounder of BayaniChain Tech, a technology company that develops blockchain systems for governments and companies to improve transparency, secure data, and reduce corruption. Together with cofounders Raphae

Key officials from the Arizona State University (ASU) - Thunderbird School of Global Management visited the University of Asia and the Pacific on May 18 to discuss the possible areas of partnership through the 100 Million Learners (100ML) Global Initiative. The ASU delegation, headed by Mr. Simon Turner, Global Lead for Partnerships of Thunderbird, met with Dr. Ruel Maningas, Vice Dean of the UA&P School of Management and focal point for SMN’s internationalization program, a

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) conducted a brown bag session titled “Experiences from the International Philippine Political Science Association Conference” on May 21 at the ALB Faculty Lounge. The session featured CAS philosophy instructor Dr. Maria Celine Anastasia Socrates, who presented her paper, “Hannah Arendt’s banality of evil in systemic corruption: The Discaya interviews.” The presentation explored how corruption can become normalized within institutions an

The School of Politics and Governance (SPG) brings together experts to unpack the evolving EU–ASEAN relationship in the digital economy. Join the conversation on cyber power, digital governance, and the shifting dynamics of global influence on May 13 (Wednesday) at 3:30 pm at the Dizon Auditorium. Register here.

Representatives from the Pag-IBIG Fund will be on campus on May 19 (Tuesday) to process applications for the Pag-IBIG Loyalty Card Plus at the ALB Dining Halls I and II from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. Please note that only 50 employees will be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure a slot, please register here and bring the following requirements: • Accomplished Application Form • Two (2) valid IDs – original and photocopy • Card fee of Php125 (cash only) • Memb

To honor the mothers and mother figures who inspire us daily, we invite everyone to a special celebration focused on nurturing your health, fostering total well-being, and celebrating the incredible women in our community. Learning Sessions at ALB Dining Halls Note: These sessions are open to all women of all ages—not only mothers. Freebies will also be given away to selected participants. Embracing Change: Hormones, Health, and the Menopause Journey May 13

The monthly guided prayer for women will be held on May 20 (Wednesday) from 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm at the ALB Oratory. The activity is open to all faculty, staff, and students. This is a timely occasion to pause from our busy schedules and receive the spiritual nourishment essential for our well-being and growth in virtue and character. As we close the semester, may this also be an opportunity for us to pray, reflect, and renew ourselves as we prepare for the months ahead. We hop