The College of Engineering is featured in the radio show "Itanong Mo Kay Engineer" for all Mondays of February. The show is aired from 6 to 7PM at the College of Mass Communications' station, DZUP at AM 1602. The topics that have been discussed so far are Engineering Education (Feb. 1), with Dean Guev as resource person, followed by the topic on earthquakes, which featured Dr. Benito M. Pacheco, director of ICE. On Feb. 15, the topic was on floods with NHRC Director Dr. Glen Tabios as featured guest. Tomorrow, Feb. 22, the show will tackle the issue of automated elections and will feature former EEE chair Dr. Manuel Ramos.
The show, which is co-hosted by Dr. Aura Matias, is one way for the College to share its expertise and knowledge in a more popular form to be able to educate more Filipinos regarding various burning issues of the day.
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Alumni, Faculty and Students Hold Talent Show
As one of the activities to mark the Centennial of the College, faculty, students, as well as alumni held a talent show on February 19 at the UP Theater. Dubbed as "Retro Engg Week Talent Night", the organizations showed their various talents in dancing, music and acting as what has been traditionally done in the Engg Week staple events Indakan, Awitan and Smoker. All departments were well-represented through the different student organizations.
The upbeat "Saludo sa Engg" which was composed by GE Alumnus Herbie Rosales was sung by Ayla Liberato, faculty member of the MMM Department. The more solemn "UP Engg Centennial Hymn" which was composed by Dodgie Simon, an IE graduate was sung by Aura Matias and Sean Palmiano, faculty members of IE and ICE respectively.
The finale and highlight of the night was the special number performed by the faculty members led by Dean Guevara. This number which was first performed in the University-wide Faculty Follies last December was composed of song-and-dance acts taken from some parts of the musicals "Grease" and "High School Musical". The two hour show was indeed an affirmation that Engineers are not only competent professionals, but are blessed with other talents as well.
(Photos were taken from Dr. Leony Liongson's Facebook account)
4th ERDT Conference Held
Charting the R and D roadmap of the Philippines. This was the theme of the 4th ERDT (Engineering Research and Development for Technology) Conference held on February 19, 2010 at Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila. Renowned speakers from the US, China, Australia, Japan and Korea shared their first hand experiences and insights on Engineering R and D. DOST Secretary Estrella F. Alabastro delivered the keynote address and talked about the R and D Perspectives in the Philippines. It was attended by around 600 - comprised of faculty members and students from many universities in the country.
ERDT is collboration between the Department of Science and Technology and a consortium of the best engineering schools in the country: Univesity of the Philippines Diliman, Ateneo de Manila University, De La Salle University, Central Luzon State University, Mapua Institute of Technology, Mindanao State University, University of San Carlos and UP Los Banos. It was started in 2007 and aims to reach a critical mass of engineers with advanced degrees, forge collaborations with each other, and promote a culture of R and D in engineering.
ERDT is collboration between the Department of Science and Technology and a consortium of the best engineering schools in the country: Univesity of the Philippines Diliman, Ateneo de Manila University, De La Salle University, Central Luzon State University, Mapua Institute of Technology, Mindanao State University, University of San Carlos and UP Los Banos. It was started in 2007 and aims to reach a critical mass of engineers with advanced degrees, forge collaborations with each other, and promote a culture of R and D in engineering.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Centennial Celebration Kicks Off
The campus was a sea of orange when the College of Engineering celebrated the kick-off of its centennial on Monday, February 15, 2010. Donning the Engineering blazing orange shirt, the College’s students and faculty, as well as its alumni and staff participated in several activities.
The festivities started with a Fun Run at 6AM, where participants tried to outrun each other completing two rounds around the academic oval. There were winners for the different divisions of faculty, students, staff and alumni.
At 8AM, a brief program was held to honor the composer of the Engineering Hymn, entitled “Saludo sa Engg”. Engr. Herbie Rosales, a graduate of Geodetic Engineering and a member of the Tau Alpha Fraternity very generously donated his talent and work to the College. He was awarded a plaque of appreciation as well as a commemorative packet containing 100 peso bills with the UP Centennial logo stamped on it. Engr. Rosales is also the composer of the UP Centennial Song “Ang Galing Mo”.
Groundbreaking ceremonies were held for the new Sundial. The new Sundial, or the Sundial of the New Millenium which is a project of Tau Alpha, will feature a digital display of not only the time, but of the day and month, as well. It is designed by Engr. Mario Montejo, and will be located in the original site of the Sundial , at the west lawn of Melchor Hall. The ceremonial breaking of the ground was witnessed by no less than UP officials, Lydia Arcellana (Director of Alumni Relations), Lorna Paredes (Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs), engineering alumnus Luis Sison (Vice Chancellor for Research and Development). They were joined by Dean Guevara, Mario Montejo and Romy Nones, the president of the alumni association of the Tau Alpha Fraternity.
Qualified teams for the ongoing UP BEST Tech Tournament were announced by Dr. Benito M. Pacheco, director of the Institute of Civil Engineering and one of the organizers of the contest. BEST which stands for “Bright, Engineering, Science and Technology-based solutions to pressing socio economic problems in the Philippines such as floods, landslides, windstorms, earthquakes, or other environmental hazards” is a competition which will award the best design of a system, structure, or device for disaster risk management.
Right after the program, the parade which is reminiscent of the Engineering Week of yesteryears commenced. Led by the UP Band no less, it was followed by the electric jeepneys brought by Engr. Chito Francisco. Student organizations had their own floats with some of them graced by a muse, their representative in the last Ms. Engineering contest. The parade went around the oval once and proceeded to the CHAC (Cristy Hernandez Activity Center) for the next activity which was the basketball game between the alumni and faculty.
A friendly but fiercely fought basketball game ensued between the teams of the faculty and the alumni. Our faculty members emerged as winners, but the alumni should be lauded for their physical prowess (despite the years) and sportsmanship.
To cap the morning activities was fiesta style lunch served free for all. Thanks to the sponsorship of ACES and the able management of Dr. Aura Matias, everyone went home feeling full, happy and looking forward to the next centennial event.
The festivities started with a Fun Run at 6AM, where participants tried to outrun each other completing two rounds around the academic oval. There were winners for the different divisions of faculty, students, staff and alumni.
At 8AM, a brief program was held to honor the composer of the Engineering Hymn, entitled “Saludo sa Engg”. Engr. Herbie Rosales, a graduate of Geodetic Engineering and a member of the Tau Alpha Fraternity very generously donated his talent and work to the College. He was awarded a plaque of appreciation as well as a commemorative packet containing 100 peso bills with the UP Centennial logo stamped on it. Engr. Rosales is also the composer of the UP Centennial Song “Ang Galing Mo”.
Groundbreaking ceremonies were held for the new Sundial. The new Sundial, or the Sundial of the New Millenium which is a project of Tau Alpha, will feature a digital display of not only the time, but of the day and month, as well. It is designed by Engr. Mario Montejo, and will be located in the original site of the Sundial , at the west lawn of Melchor Hall. The ceremonial breaking of the ground was witnessed by no less than UP officials, Lydia Arcellana (Director of Alumni Relations), Lorna Paredes (Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs), engineering alumnus Luis Sison (Vice Chancellor for Research and Development). They were joined by Dean Guevara, Mario Montejo and Romy Nones, the president of the alumni association of the Tau Alpha Fraternity.
Qualified teams for the ongoing UP BEST Tech Tournament were announced by Dr. Benito M. Pacheco, director of the Institute of Civil Engineering and one of the organizers of the contest. BEST which stands for “Bright, Engineering, Science and Technology-based solutions to pressing socio economic problems in the Philippines such as floods, landslides, windstorms, earthquakes, or other environmental hazards” is a competition which will award the best design of a system, structure, or device for disaster risk management.
Right after the program, the parade which is reminiscent of the Engineering Week of yesteryears commenced. Led by the UP Band no less, it was followed by the electric jeepneys brought by Engr. Chito Francisco. Student organizations had their own floats with some of them graced by a muse, their representative in the last Ms. Engineering contest. The parade went around the oval once and proceeded to the CHAC (Cristy Hernandez Activity Center) for the next activity which was the basketball game between the alumni and faculty.
A friendly but fiercely fought basketball game ensued between the teams of the faculty and the alumni. Our faculty members emerged as winners, but the alumni should be lauded for their physical prowess (despite the years) and sportsmanship.
To cap the morning activities was fiesta style lunch served free for all. Thanks to the sponsorship of ACES and the able management of Dr. Aura Matias, everyone went home feeling full, happy and looking forward to the next centennial event.
Monday, June 22, 2009
Initial Plans for the COE Centennial Bared
The Centennial Ad Hoc Committee composed of the faculty and alumni gathered again tonight for the third time at the Celebrity Sports Plaza in Quezon City to talk about the various activities lined up for the upcoming centennial celebration of the College of Engineering next year.
Initial plans were bared in today's meeting. There are several projects lined up to raise funds for the College. These are being spearheaded by Vic Sandoval for scholarship, Sid Consunji for faculty enhancement program and Mag Albarracin for the dormitory project.
The Memorabilia group shared its ideas on the items that will be prepared to commemorate this special occasion of the College. A coffee table book chronicling the history of Engineering, the most distinguished alumni and other important facts about the UP College of Engineering will be produced. The Memorabilia committee is composed of Rhod Gonzalez, Leony Liongson, Norbert Que and Mon Ramirez.
A retroactive Engg Week to reminisce on the traditional Engg Week activities of games and competitions will invite participation from the alumni. This is being organized by Aura Matias, Tony Castell together with the Enginering Student Council.
There are also plans to produce an electric jeepney to ply the Ikot route, thus the project is named as "E-kot". Spearheaded by Chito Francisco and Happy Denoga, it is a collaborative effort of the ME, MMM and IE Departments.
A design competition open to both alumni and non-alumni, and students will be conducted. The theme of the design will be on energy and the environment. It is being organized by Benny Pacheco and Joel Marciano.
There is also a program to improve the recuitment of the brightest high school students. This is being conceptualized by Val Reyes.
We encourage the participation of more alumni by joining in any of the committees. Let us all work together in coming up with a meaningful and memorable Centennial celebration. The next meeting will be held on August 10.
Initial plans were bared in today's meeting. There are several projects lined up to raise funds for the College. These are being spearheaded by Vic Sandoval for scholarship, Sid Consunji for faculty enhancement program and Mag Albarracin for the dormitory project.
The Memorabilia group shared its ideas on the items that will be prepared to commemorate this special occasion of the College. A coffee table book chronicling the history of Engineering, the most distinguished alumni and other important facts about the UP College of Engineering will be produced. The Memorabilia committee is composed of Rhod Gonzalez, Leony Liongson, Norbert Que and Mon Ramirez.
A retroactive Engg Week to reminisce on the traditional Engg Week activities of games and competitions will invite participation from the alumni. This is being organized by Aura Matias, Tony Castell together with the Enginering Student Council.
There are also plans to produce an electric jeepney to ply the Ikot route, thus the project is named as "E-kot". Spearheaded by Chito Francisco and Happy Denoga, it is a collaborative effort of the ME, MMM and IE Departments.
A design competition open to both alumni and non-alumni, and students will be conducted. The theme of the design will be on energy and the environment. It is being organized by Benny Pacheco and Joel Marciano.
There is also a program to improve the recuitment of the brightest high school students. This is being conceptualized by Val Reyes.
We encourage the participation of more alumni by joining in any of the committees. Let us all work together in coming up with a meaningful and memorable Centennial celebration. The next meeting will be held on August 10.
Friday, June 19, 2009
Junior Faculty Conference Held last May
On May 22 - 23, 2009, some 75 junior members of the Faculty participated in a Conference held in Makiling Highlands Resort in Pansol, Laguna. It was held to strengthen the bonds between our faculty members, and to re-orient ourselves on the Values that the University upholds.
It was graced by no less than the UP President herself, Dr. Emerlinda Roman. Instead of the usual straight talk, she gamely participated in a talk show format hosted by the very talented Matthew Dimal and Ayla Liberato. We also heard talks from Dean Guevara where she shared the output of the recently concluded system wide conference where the UP's vision in the next 100 years was tackled. Earlier, there was also a talk by the Dean of Education of Univeristy of Asia and the Pacific, Dr. Celerino Tiongco, who shared with us the findings of his study on the values and competencies required by the IT industry.
There were lots of fun activities packed in the Conference, giving our hardworking young faculty members a welcome break.
(Photos courtesy of Ji Reyes)
Uratex Donates Scholarship
The family of the late Robert G. Cheng, owner of Uratex donated a student scholarship to the UP College of Engineering. The donation rites were done at the Office of the Dean on June 17. Witnessed by some College officials, it was graced by Mrs. Cheng, and daughter Peachy Medina, the wife and daughter respectively of Mr. Cheng. In their message, both daughter and mother said that their donation is one way of giving back the blessings that their family has received. Great believers in the value of education, they hope that their scholarship will be able to transform a student's life.
In her response, Dean Guevara shared the vision of the College in raising 1500 scholarships for financially challenged Engineering students. She expressed her gratitude to the family's generosity, making the donation the first of the 1500 that the College has to raise.
In her response, Dean Guevara shared the vision of the College in raising 1500 scholarships for financially challenged Engineering students. She expressed her gratitude to the family's generosity, making the donation the first of the 1500 that the College has to raise.
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