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by Mycah Angela Figueroa 31 May 2025–I didn’t know exactly how the evening would unfold, but wow, it all clicked into place! From the first round of smiles at Chinese Garden MRT to the final shots at Jurong Lake Gardens, the session had all the right ingredients: great company, creative energy, and just enough golden…
18 May 2025 – The newly elected officers of the University of the Philippines Alumni Association Singapore (UPAAS) gathered at the Philippine Embassy for their formal oath taking. The simple yet meaningful ceremony, officiated by Ms. Joyleen Santos, First Secretary and Consul, marked the official start of the officers’ service year. It reinforced the organization’s core…
We weren’t sure how it would all come together—but it did. And honestly? What. A. Night! Last Friday, May 16, 2025, UPAAS took over The Upper Room for Alumnite: Beats & Bites, and kahit medyo cramped at first (may ibang guests pa kasi), by the end of the night, we had filled the whole place—literally…
We are thrilled to share a summary of the engaging and productive UPAAS 21st Annual General Meeting held on March 15, 2025! It was a fantastic opportunity to connect, celebrate our achievements, and chart a course for the exciting year ahead. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended and contributed to the lively…
What an amazing event we just had! We’re still buzzing from a truly game-changing session about Artificial Intelligence (AI). It showed us that AI isn’t scary; it’s a fantastic tool that can help us in our daily lives. This event wasn’t just about tech; it was about how AI can change things for the better,…
As part of the UP VINTA Launching in Singapore on October 27, 2024, delegates from the University of the Philippines (UP) were delighted to meet with members of the UP Alumni Association Singapore (UPAAS). This valuable gathering provided a key opportunity for the Alumni Association to discuss potential partnerships and collaborations between the organizations. The…
What a night of music, fun and laughter! 34 UPAAS members and friends gathered on this night, full of enthusiasm to share their talent in singing and dancing and sharing the common thread that binds us in the foreign land. We definitely know how to have fun, be it a classic, mellow or a high…
On 24 March 2024, the UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (SINGAPORE), UPAAS, held the Annual General Meeting at 14 Arumugam Road, LTC Building C, #03-03, Singapore 409959 and elected the Mangement Committee for 2024. Management Committee members convened online on 28 March 2024 to elect amongst themselves the office bearers who are tasked to…
The University of the Philippines Alumni Association Singapore (UPAAS) celebrated its 20th Anniversary on 2 December 2023 with a Gala Dinner at the Raffles Town Club. More than 130 UPAAS members and supporters attended this milestone event. The Guest of Honour, His Excellency Medardo Macaraig, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Embassy of the Republic of the…
🎉✨ UPAAS is B.E.N.T.E! ✨🎉 Can you believe it’s been 5 years since we gathered together for our 15th Anniversary Celebration? Time flies when you’re having fun! 🌟 Let’s take a stroll down memory lane and revisit the heartwarming stories of success especially with our UPAAS scholar, Che Tumampo. She even wrote an article about…
🌟 Exciting News! 🏆 Join us for the 20th Anniversary celebration of the University of the Philippines Alumni Singapore (UPAAS) on December 2, 2023, where we will be unveiling the UPAAS Oblation Awards! 🎉 🏅 The UPAAS Oblation Awards are dedicated to honoring UP alumni and partners who have truly shone in their fields, made…
UP alumni and friends, we’re thrilled to invite you to our 20th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at the Raffles Town Club, Singapore. Join us for an exciting night as we celebrate two decades worth of camaraderie, accomplishments, and significant milestones. Get ready to relive the memories, share the laughter, and toast to…