Upholding Filipino Workers’ Rights and International Education: Insights from UP’s Office of International Linkages In a world where globalization often overshadows local interests, the plight of Filipino workers in foreign lands remains a poignant reminder of the complexities of internationalization. Dr. Noel Christian A. Moratilla, Deputy Director of the UP…
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People of OIL Feature 2024-002 Ms. Chynna Louise Riego
by Ivan Monasterial In a world where change and taxes are often deemed the only constants, and life is an ever-present challenge, our resident Disney Princess of the office stands unwavering, meeting each obstacle with a remarkable blend of grace and fortitude. Ms. Chynna Louise Riego, nicknamed Chynna, and Bebe…
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…
POOF 2023-004 Ms. Marilyn Nirza
by Ivan Kurt M. Monasterial In the realm of caring and compassion, Ms. Nirza, fondly known as Ate Mai among her friends and colleagues, embodies the nurturing instinct that defines a mother. As the Program Associate of the MOVE-UP Program, specializing in internationalization and financial assistance for undergraduates at the…
People of OIL Feature 23-003 – Mr. Dennis Bugnalen
By Ivan Kurt M. Monasterial Sir Denz, Kuya Dong, Dodonghae Corporation. These are some of the endearing nicknames the staff use to address Mr. Dennis T. Bugnalen both as a colleague, as a friend, and as the Office of International Linkages’ (OIL) Administrative Aide. His responsibilities involve transporting both outgoing…
People of OIL Feature 23-002 – Adobo
By Ivan Kurt M. Monasterial The University of the Philippines Office of International Linkages (UP OIL) is thrilled to announce the arrival of its newest team member, Adobo! Adobo is a charming furry friend who has joined us to help reduce stress and increase productivity in our workplace. We couldn’t…
OIL’s Institutional Memory – People of OIL Feature 23-0001
By Ivan Kurt M. Monasterial In this exclusive interview, we sat down with Ms. Maria Evelyn R. Dilig, a long-time member of the Office of International Linkages (OIL) at the University of the Philippines, under its mother unit, the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Ms. Dilig shared…