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Oh wow, we’re just bursting with joy and thanks for Pamaskong Pambata 2024! You all helped us bring so much hope and happiness to the sweet kids in Datal Salvan, South Cotabato. We did it! As Winston Churchill once said, “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what…
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…
The University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Singapore (UPAAS) recently participated in the porridge distribution event organized by the People’s Association and Malay Activity Executive Committees (MAECs), in collaboration with Immigrant Associations (IA) and Junior Neighbourhood Ambassadors (JNA). The series of events, which took place during the Ramadan month from 25 March to 21…
A story of harmony, diversity and lasting legacies By John III Cruz Rosado and Kathryn Vasquez Gimli (dwarf): “Never thought I’d die fighting side by side with an elf.” Legolas (Elf): “What about side by side with a friend?” Gimli: “Aye, I could do that.” Even in fantasy stories such as The Lord of the…
Usapang Kabayan Episode: Discovering the Artist in You “If you could say it in words, there would be no reason to paint.” mused Edward Hopper. “We could not describe the beauty of a rose, and so we all painted roses on bags. So we could also take the beauty of it wherever we go.” pondered…
As a pioneer member of UPAAS and current Mancom, I appreciated the opportunity to volunteer for the Scholarship Committee. Supporting scholars has been a long-standing project of the organisation. It has not changed or wavered in that commitment. Meeting the scholars brought back memories of university days. I was one of the fortunate students with…
On Life’s advice, there’s “one step at a time”. On character, there’s “walk the talk”. In song, there’s “walk like an Egyptian”. And in film, there’s “come, let’s take a walk.” The University of the Philippines Alumni Association Singapore (UPAAS) took part in a 2-month virtual walk of the Philippine Bayanihan Society Singapore (PBSS) and…
Time to be serenaded by your favourite carols the UPAAS way! Check the following links below and join us in singing as well! https://fb.watch/2Eurmm0qMK/ https://fb.watch/2EuCcdq1l3/ https://fb.watch/2EuEiriW2B/ Our Carolling Project also hopes to raise some funds to support our UPAAS scholars for the coming years. Do check our link below on how you can donate. DONATE…
We welcome the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP Singapore Chapter) in this collaboration. With their support, our goal to amplify the conversation on the restoration of built heritage through this event is made possible! Kahit sa Singapura, UPAAS at UAPS puedeng magkasama-sama! REGENESIS Breathing New Life to Old Buildings Featuring Heritage Architect and Professor…
We’ve finally brewed! REGENESIS brings us to an important conversation about restoration and preservation of heritage buildings. Open to all architects, design and planning professionals, cultural scholars and enthusiasts of Philippine heritage and culture, the talk will be delivered by renowned Architect and UP Professor Gerard Lico. Come and take part in the movement to…
The University of the Philippines Alumni Association Singapore (UPAAS) celebrates yet another story of ‘bayanihan’ and kindness amid the pandemic. Thanks to its members and supporters, the Society raised a sum of PhP163,677 ($4,676) for Pantawid COVID 2020 over a period of four weeks from September to October. The fundraising drive was organised to support…
Not just ice cream, it is artisan ice cream. And it’s a very Filipino product. Luscious ice cream is made from fresh milk of musically fed cows in a farm in Laguna. Several UPAAS members enjoyed light moments on a mini-tambay organised at Carmen’s Best shop here in Singapore. So sarap, not so sweet, just…