Emy Ruth Gianan, News, Communication Management Office
True to its theme, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) celebrated its 115th Founding Anniversary with due regard to excellence and integrity. The month-long celebration started off with University Lecture Series hosted by the different colleges. This was followed by the annual University Intramurals and Academic Contests.
On September 27, a Thanksgiving Mass was held at Bulwagang Balagtas officiated by His Eminence Most Reverend Luis Antonio G. Cardinal Tagle, the Archbishop of Manila. The community also graced the 4th International Solidarity in Performance Art Festival (SIPAF), the Grand Innovation Exhibit, and the Book and Equipment Fair.
Gawad Parangal and Fellowship Night recognize loyalty awardees
To cap off the month-long celebration, the University recognized its 189 loyalty awardees in its annual Gawad Parangal and Fellowship Night held on September 30, 2019 at the University Avenue. Faculty and administrative staff who completed 10 to 40 years of service, as well as retirees and posthumous awardees, were given due honor during the evening affair.
University Center for Culture and the Arts (UCCA) groups such as Bagong Himig Serenata, the PolySound Band, and Maharlika Dance Artists, along with Miss PUP candidates entertained the crowd with their performances. The Gawad Parangal and Fellowship Night was organized under the leadership of Director Bely Ygot of UCCA.
Officials unveil PUP Milestones; UNAKA holds annual Employees’ Day
University officials headed by Vice President for Research and Extension Development (VPRED) Dr. Anna Ruby Gapasin led the Flag Raising Ceremonies, Parade and Review on October 1, 2019 at the University Oval. ACT-CIS Partylist Representative Rowena “Nina” Taduran was convocation speaker. After the ceremony, the PUP Milestone Exhibit displayed at the Catwalk was formally opened, along with the newly installed “#PUPian” at the Freedom Park.
On October 2, 2019, faculty and administrative staff were treated to an Employees Day filled with raffles, games, food, and fellowship. This was spearheaded by the Unyon ng Nagkakaisang Kawani (UNAKA) - PUP and held at the 2nd Floor South Wing of the Main Building. ###
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