University of the Philippines National College of Public Administration and Governance (UP NCPAG), recently led a Group Dynamics and Capacity Building workshop for the University of the Philippines Office of International Linkages (UP OIL). The session, held on March 14, 2024, with Dr. Imee Su Martinez, UP System OIL Director,…
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Unifying Worlds and Voices: UNICATION Erasmus Project Kick-Off Meeting
By Chynna Riego Photo Credits: Phnom Penh International University (PPIU) As a formal launching of the Erasmus+ Capacity Building for Higher Education (CBHE) project entitled Unify Communication in International Projects (UNICATION), a kick-off meeting was held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from 19 – 23 February 2024 and hosted by Phnom…
Serving the Nation as Faithful Stewards of Internationalization
By Chynna Riego Photo credits: Ms. Helweena Sadorra, OIL Last March 15, staff members of the Office of International Linkages underwent a training on Good Governance facilitated by Dr. Eing Ming Wu, Visiting Professor of the National College of Public Administration and Governance (NCPAG) and the Executive Director of the…
UP CBRNE TWG with Prof. Roland Goertz
Prof. Roland Goertz visited the University of the Philippines last February 16-22, 2024 to work on the syllabus for a Chemical Safety and Security course, which will be offered this mid-year in the Institute of Chemistry, University of the Philippines Diliman. The class will focus on pyrophoric materials and fire…
POOF 2024-001 Ms. Karla Mae T. Punay
Ms. Karla Punay’s Journey and Evolving Roles at UP OIL: A Seven-Year Odyssey In 2017, Ms. Karla Punay embarked on her journey with the University of the Philippines – Office of International Linkages (UP OIL). Now, after seven years of dedicated service, she was given a chance to reflect on…
UP OIL DINING ETIQUETTE TRAINING
by Ivan Kurt M. Monasterial The Office of International Linkages (OIL) serves as the pivotal link between the university and various global engagements, participating in a multitude of formal functions. In light of the escalating demand for its presence at both local and international events in 2024 and the ensuing…
Courtesy Visit of the Harvard Philippine Forum to the University of the Philippines
by Ivan Monasterial As part of their annual January J-term trek to the Philippines, the Harvard Philippine Forum (HPF) visited the University of the Philippines (UP) last January 5-16, 2024. This year’s trip will have 3 core elements: education, service, and culture to develop a deeper understanding of Filipino education,…
Dezhou University Music College visit to UPD College of Music
by Ivan Monasterial On January 16, 2023, a significant meeting took place between representatives from Dezhou University Music College and the University of the Philippines Diliman College of Music. The exchange aimed to explore potential collaborations in academic and cultural endeavors, fostering a rich connection between the two institutions. Left…
The Confucius Institute at the University of the Philippines organizes a delegation of Philippine education officials to visit China
By Dr. Shi Xueqin, Chinese Director and International Faculty, Confucius Institute, UP Diliman Xiamen in early winter is as warm as spring. Guests from the Philippines are enchanted by Xiamen’s pleasant climate and beautiful cultural environment. Lai Hongkai, former deputy secretary of the Party Committee of Xiamen University, deputy director…
Linkages, Networking, and More
A Report on the 2023 QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific by Dr. Noel Christian A. Moratilla, Deputy Director Because much of the world is in recovery mode and has shaken off the pandemic restrictions, any opportunity to gather education leaders and advocates is nothing less than gratifying. One such…