UPERDFI Adviser Fortunato “Boy” T. de la Peña (BS ChE, MS IE) was recognized by the National Academy of Science and Technology for his contributions to the development of science and technology in the Philippines and elected him as an Academician. Rising through the ranks at DOST while being in Read more…
UPERDFI member, Mayor Paul Dumlao of Surigao City, UP BSCE 2002, delivered an inspiring challenge to the UPCOE National Service Training Program (NSTP) graduates on June 3, 2024. The 840 graduates from the UPCOE were split into two batches, with the common venue being the Asian Center Auditorium. The event Read more…
Effective March 15, 2024, our member Bobby Batungbacal assumed the Executive Director’s position in the influential Makati Business Club. Its website cites MBC’s purpose to be the voice of the Philippine business sector, taking advocacy positions and implementation roles necessary to contribute to nation-building. Bobby retired as Managing Director of Read more…
On March 16, Saturday, MemComm Chairman Val Reyes and members Lito Bermudo and Wendel Mediarito organized the first huddle among members at the Ayala Alabang Country Club. This effort is meant to excite members to get involved in our activities. Aside from Val, Lito and Wendel, attendees included Joanne Angtuaco, Read more…
On February 10, 2024, the Philsaga Mining Corporation dispatched an emergency response team to assist with the search and retrieval operation and initial relief goods distribution for the Masara landslide orphans in Maco, Davao de Oro, demonstrating the company’s solidarity with the affected communities. In a parallel effort, the DENR Read more…
The family of our much esteemed Adviser, Roger Murga, hosted a dinner party at the Celebrity Sports Club on August 19, 2023 on the occasion of his 89th birthday. The event was well-organized by his three sons and their families. Mesmerizing the crowd, Roger recounted the challenges and solutions that Read more…
Recipients of the 2nd UP Gawad Oblation. Photo by Abraham Arboleda (UP MPRO) On January 17, the Office of the UP VP for Alumni and Public Affairs organized the Gawad Oblation Awards Ceremony at the UP Bahay Alumni. President Danilo Concepcion cited the 38 awardees, the Gawad Oblation as the Read more…
University of the Philippines Vice President for Planning and Finance Dr. Lisa Grace Bersales has been appointed to assume the position of Executive Director of the Commission on Population and Development (POPCOM) under the National Economic Development Agency, effective January 16, 2023. This is her second position in the Philippine Government, having Read more…
On January 6, 2023, our member Dr. Joel Marciano took his oath before Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on his reappointment as PhilSA Director General. He was appointed in March 2019 when PhilSA was created. Quoted Joel on his Twitter: “Grateful for the opportunity and challenge to continue to steer the Read more…
UPERDFI President Chato Calderon invites the Trustees and Members to Engg Musika! The UPERDFI Board of Trustees, Council of Advisers and Members attended the Special Board Meeting held on March 12, Tuesday at the NEC Executive Board Room. The Board shared the status of the initiatives of UPERDFI: Special Projects Read more…