UP Diliman Summit

[This is an invitation from the Office of the Student Regent, with regards to the Diliman Summit on July 3, 2008, Thursday at the Bulwagang Tandang Sora at the College of Social Work & Community Development (CSWCD).]

Sa kasalukuyan, ang bansa ay lugmok sa sami’t saring krisis sa pinakamataas na antas. Ang bawat sektor sa lipunan kahit hindi na banggitin pa, ay tahasang nadarama ang paniniil ng mga ito: magmula sa bigas para sa kaning ihahain sa hapag magpahanggang sa kuryenteng babayarin kada buwan. Walang mabanaag na anumang ginhawa at ang pamahalaang dapat na siyang nangangalaga sa kapakanan ng mamamayan ay nakatuon lamang sa sarili nitong mga interes.

Sa panahong ito, matindi ang pangangailangan na magsama-sama sa paninindigan ang kalakhan ng mamamayang pinagsasamantalahan upang matuldukan na ang pang-aabuso.

At saan pa nga ba magsusumula ito kundi sa pagsasabi, pagtatalaban at paghuhugpungan ng mga isip ng masang inaapi?

Sa kabatirang ito, nais kayong anyayahan ng Opisina ng Rehenteng Mag-aaral sa UP Diliman Summit, isang pagtitipong magsisilbing tagpuan ng iba’t ibang sektor ng Unibersidad ng Pilipinas, kasama ang mga Iskolar ng Bayan, sa pagsasawika at pagtalakay ng kani-kaniyang mga usapin at suliranin.

Ang nabanggit ay dudulo sa pagsasa-akda ng mga resolusyong kolektibong tatanganin sa patuloy na pagbaka sa sistema. Ito po ay gaganapin sa ika-3 ng Hulyo, 2008 magsimula ala-1 hanggang alas-4 ng hapon sa Bulwagang Tandang Sora sa College of Social Work & Community Development (CSWCD) sa Unibersidad ng Pilipinas - Diliman.

Inaasahan po ang inyong pagpapaunlak sa napapanahong pagtitipong ito. Inaasahan din po ang inyong pakikilahok sa July 10 National Youth Boycott. Mangyaring may iba pang alalahanin o katanungan, maari ninyo po akong maabot sa 981-8500 loc. 4511 to 12 o sa sabdulwahid@gmail.com.

Maraming salamat po!

SHAHANA E. ABDULWAHID
Rehenteng Mag-aaral, Unibersidad ng Pilipinas

USC Statement on the AS Walk Rumble

It is unfortunate that fraternity violence, in whatever form, persists despite the high ideals for which fraternities are founded.

It is even more unfortunate that in our University—touted as the training ground for the best and the brightest young minds of the country, bastion of academic freedom and excellence, and home of no less than the Iskolar ng Bayan—fraternity violence has remained so deeply ingrained in its traditions.

As we celebrate our 100 years of existence, we lament this decades-long tradition, and stand witness to yet another of its incidents.

Yesterday morning, the Beta Sigma fraternity reportedly attacked the Alpha Phi Omega fraternity at their tambayan along AS walk. The attack led to a violent rumble between the two fraternities. Professor Agerico de Villa of the Philosophy Department of CSSP attempted to stop the ensuing rumble but was allegedly kicked while doing so. As a result, five members of Beta Sigma were arrested, three were brought to UP-PGH while four members of APO were given stitches.

These incidents are not uncommon and, after all the resulting deaths and casualties, we in the University Student Council have realized that to condemn the act is nothing more than an exercise in futility. It appears that, from the failure of fraternities to arrest the rampancy of fraternity violence, the call falls only on deaf ears.

And so from this day on, we no longer condemn merely the acts of violence but the actors, the active participants who, despite being among the privileged few who were chosen to become Iskolars ng Bayan, failed to exercise good judgment and circumspection, and flagrantly flouted university rules, much less, basic decorum. We condemn the instigators who were expected, but failed greatly, to conduct themselves as gentlemen not only because such is inscribed in their fraternities’ tenets but because such is expected from a scholar of the people. Lastly, we condemn the fraternities that find themselves constantly embroiled in these incidences, for their failure to uphold the ideals of brotherhood and for tolerating these criminal acts. For any incident of rumble or hazing that takes place, is a sad testament to their failure to curb a pattern of violence that has ripened into an ugly tradition that indelibly smear fraternities as student institutions and the name of our University.

We urge the witnesses to cooperate with the administration, in order to bring the perpetrators of this incident to justice. We urge the UP administration to identify and prosecute fully and swiftly all the active participants- -those who attacked and those who retaliated, while observing their respective rights to due process.

Nearly ten months have passed since the last incident of fraternity violence that resulted in the death of one of our students. There has been no progress in the prosecution of the Cris Mendez case and we, in the University Student Council believe, that this is due largely to the undue observance of technical rules of procedure that hamper substantial justice. In light of this, we call for the continued review and eventual revision of policies in relation to fraternities, sororities and organizations, particularly the highly judicialized rules of procedure in the Student Disciplinary Tribunal.

In turn, we extend our services to the administration and to the witnesses. We guarantee that we will cooperate and assist in the investigation, that we will ensure that the rights of those accused will be observed, that we will extend protection to the witnesses who will come forward and that we will take steps and attempt to reconcile the differences of the erring fraternities.

We likewise urge all fraternities, sororities and organizations to exercise restraint in similar situations, and to observe at all times, the rules set by the administration governing their conduct.

It is high time for these Greek-letter fraternities, premised on excellence and service, to set aside their differences and work collectively to finally put an end to fraternity violence.

Lastly, we urge the UP studentry to remain vigilant and to continue to renounce all acts of fraternity violence against fellow iskolars ng bayan.

Vinzons Hall, 25 June 2008

Support for Victims of Typhoon Frank

The University Student Council (USC) will be gathering support for the victimes of Typhoon Frank. Clothes, medicines, relief goods and financial suport will be appreciated. You may bring them to the USC Office at Vinzons Hall starting Tuesday, June 24, 2008. Please contact Nem Canete (+639153572312) or Issa Baguisi (+639277023359) for questions and your financial donations.

We hope you or your organizations can contribute in helping our fellow Filipinos. Thank you. (Please pass).

Project CHK: Renovate the Varsity Locker Rooms

In the spirit of the UP Centennial, the College of Human Kinetics is also aiming to undergo it’s first student-initiated major renovation project since the College’s construction exactly 70 years ago.

Now, why should you even care?

UAAP Season 70 is fast approaching, and we want the UP to WIN. We’re not just talking about 1 or 2 varsity teams winning the Gold, we’re talking about getting as much wins as possible. These teams simply cannot train well if only 1 of their two faucets are working with running water. These teams cannot train well knowing that they won’t be able to enjoy a decent shower after their pamatay training. These teams cannot train well knowing that they’re going to retire to a smelly and cramped locker room.

Our athletes need more than just vague ideas of service and self-sacrifice. Our athletes need a concrete reason to give back to U.P.!

This is a major and groundbreaking project on a scale that the college has never seen before. The passions and efforts of the council have already garnered the assistance of 2 BA Interior Design graduates who were part of the Kalayaan Dormitory renovation (who have agreed to lend their talents in designing the 3D Models for the new Locker Rooms).

A new and upcoming organization, Run For Change has also pledged it’s support for the project by making it the beneficiary of it’s first cause-oriented race run on June 29, 2008.

We have also gained the attention of the UP Alumni members who are in the Quezon City Hall, most notably Councilor Dorothy “Doray” Delarmente who came into the college to visit the dilapidated Varsity Locker Rooms of the college (she was so moved by what she saw that she already agreed to donate to the project).

We are gaining much ground, but we still have a long road to travel. On behalf of the UP Varsity Athletes, I am asking for any support that anyone is willing to lend us. We are looking for anyone who is willing to solicit, market, donate, give contacts, or just pledge their support on this website! Spread the word to everyone you know! Any effort, no matter how big or small, is GREATLY APPRECIATED.

If anyone is interested about the project, we are inviting them to text ME (Rep. Yupingkun) at 09063001500.

Privatization Of Power Sector, The Root Of High Power Rates

The impetus behind the current crisis is the restructuring of the sector through the Electric Power Industry Reform Act, or EPIRA, which was one of the first laws signed by President Gloria Arroyo in 2001.

Amid the flurry of accusations between private distributor Manila Electric Company (Meralco) and state-run National Power Corporation (Napocor) over unjust charges, one fact remains clear: privatization and deregulation of the power industry – distribution, transmission and generation – is at the heart of high electricity bills.

For example, consider the multitude of unjust ‘pass-on’ charges levied by Meralco on its customers. These include system losses, in which power lost through pilferage and technical problems are passed on to consumers and P500-million a year of Meralco’s own power consumption which is similarly reflected in electric bills. There is also a reported plan to pass bad debts incurred by the power distributor on to consumers.

These charges have been approved by the government Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), which is tasked to regulate the rates of electricity distributors. Although blame has been placed on the ERC’s lax regulation for such excessive ‘pass-on’ rates, in truth the regulatory environment has become lenient because of deregulation of the power sector and while moving towards full privatization.

It should also be noted that although Meralco is a public utility with a congressional franchise, its essential nature is a private, profit-oriented corporation listed in the Philippine Stock Exchange. Thus, it should not be surprising that the company exploits legal loopholes to levy such unwarranted charges in order to fatten its bottom line and make its stockholders and owners happy.

The privatization of the power sector created profit opportunities for private-sector independent power producers (IPPs). In order to quickly attract investors to the sector, government had to ensure the power producers’ profitability. Thus, onerous provisions such as ‘take or pay’ (which required Napocor to buy 70% to 100% of power producers’ output) and ‘fuel cost guarantee’ (which obligated Napocor to source and pay for fuel used by IPPs) were tacked onto IPP contracts. These provisions bloated consumers’ power bills through charges such as the infamous Purchased Power Adjustment (PPA). They also contributed to Napocor’s skyrocketing debt burden.

It will be remembered that a government-mandated review of 35 IPP contracts during the Arroyo administration found that only six were “clean” or without financial or legal issues. Five were found to contain “onerous” terms that were “grossly disadvantageous to government”. However none of these contracts were cancelled, and were instead “renegotiated”.

High transmission charges have also been blamed as a factor in high power rates. But the National Transmission Corporation (Transco) is also set for privatization, and thus, needs to charge high rates in order to attract potential investors. It should also be noted that transmission charges are regulated by the ERC as well.

Open Access
The impetus behind the current crisis is the restructuring of the sector through the Electric Power Industry Reform Act, or EPIRA, which was one of the first laws signed by President Gloria Arroyo in 2001.

Before EPIRA the sector was composed of generation, transmission and distribution sectors. Napocor generated electricity on its own and bought electricity from IPPs, and transmitted this to distributors and large industrial customers through high-voltage wires. Distribution of electricity to end-consumers was done by privately-owned electric utilities, a few government-owned utilities and electric cooperatives.

Under EPIRA, the various components of the power sector are separated into generation, transmission, distribution and supply. Generation and transmission assets of Napocor would be privatized while distribution would continue to be handled by the private sector. The end goal of the sale of Napocor’s generation assets is “open access” which is government’s supposed answer to high electricity prices. “Open access” ostensibly aims to introduce competition into the industry by allowing consumers to select their supplier.

EPIRA advocates claim that competition would lower rates, particularly with a provision which states that no power generator should control more than 30% of supply in a given grid and ostensibly prevents monopolies. But the experience of the deregulation of the downstream oil industry demonstrates that such “competition” does not bring down prices. Deregulation has resulted in new players taking 12% of the market while the big three oil firms (Petron, Shell and Chevron) share the remaining 88% or an average of 29% per firm. This has not stemmed cartel-like behavior with oil industry players raising pump prices nearly simultaneously. It has also not resulted in lower prices, as pump prices of all petroleum products have raised an average of almost 580% since deregulation of the industry was implemented in 1996.

EPIRA also notably allows cross-ownership between distributors and generators. This has allowed the Lopez family to own a controlling share in Meralco while also owning IPPs. This situation has led to questions of conflicts of interest as Meralco would naturally be more inclined to buy power from its sister firms regardless of whether it is cheaper than electricity sourced from Napocor IPPs.

Reversing privatization
In the light of high costs in power rates, the reversal of privatization of the entire power sector becomes an increasingly viable answer. This entails the repeal of EPIRA law, reversal of the privatization of Napocor’s generation assets, and government control over the entire power sector – distribution, generation, transmission and supply.

Of course many would question the return of state control over the industry, particularly in light of corruption allegations against Napocor such as its alleged overbilling of customers by some P10 billion and its purchase of overpriced coal for its power plants.

However there remains no substitute for responsible state control in an industry such as the power sector whose natural monopolies will inevitably be exploited by private interests for maximum profit even at the expense of the public. And as a state-run industry, the people must have the right to subject the power sector to scrutiny and demand transparency in its operations. Effective state control remains the best solution to address high power rates– even as it is acknowledged that leaving the power industry to an administration known for allegations of corruption, unaccountability, and subservience to elite interests’ compromises achieving a pro-people power sector.

This feature also appears as a feature under IBON Foundation

What to do with chronically absent & late instructors

As the academic year begins, it is important that students are aware of their rights inside and outside the classroom. As such, it is imperative that students know the remedies available at their disposal whenever they encounter some difficulties with their instructors or professors. Hereunder are the guidelines released by the Office of the Chancellor that will allow students to report absenteeism and tardiness among the faculty:

1. Students are encouraged to call the attention of the dean concerned about faulty members who are frequently absent or tardy.
2. The dean is enjoined to act on the report of the student(s) within five (5) days and, whenever possible, to give the student(s) feedback on the action he/she has taken.
3. If after five (5) days the dean fails to act on the report, the student is advised to call the Chancellor’s hotline for this purpose.
4. Students are requested to limit their reports or complaints to the following issues:
   • faculty members who do not meet their classes regularly;
   • faculty members whor eschedule their classes permanently wihtout authorization from the Dean’s office;
   • faculty members who come to class late for more than three times, and with ‘late’ being defined as coming in later than ten minutes after the start of the official class time;
   • faculty members who are not available during the scheduled consultation hours for more than two times; and
   • faculty members who dismiss their classes too early, i.e. earlier than 15 minutes before the scheduled end, or too late, i.e., later than 15 minutes after the scheduled end.

   In making these reports, students must cite specific facts, such as the name of the faculty member, dates when he/she was absent or late, number of times that he/she was absent or late, class schedule and classroom number. This will facilitate the verification of the complaint.

5. to ensure the success of this project, the students are strongly advised not to misuse this privilege and to follow the guidelines above.

The USC’s Students’ Rights & Welfare Committee and the Students’ Legal Aid & Action Committee are also willing to extend their help to students who wish to air their complaints and grievances.

The local numbers below are accessed through UP Diliman’s trunkline at (63)-(02)-9818500.

POST-SCRIPT: Some of the contact details, taken from http://www.upd.edu.ph/tardy.htm are apparently outdated

UNIT	HOTLINE	EMAIL	CONTACT PERSON
Architecture	5161, 5135	uparchi@arki.upd.edu.ph	Minda Maraan, Grace Razon
Arts & Letters	6736	jwcapili@cal.upd.edu.ph mitaka@mailexcite.com	Jose Wendell Capili Aurora Carandang
Asian Center	9261821/5243 9203535/5143	armando_jr.malay@up.edu.ph normita.recto@up.edu.ph	Armando Malay Normita Recto
AIT	9269477	upait@compass.com.ph	Asuncion Laraya
Business Ad	9297991	elvira.zamora@up.edu.ph	Elvira Zamora Ida Patimo
Education	6432	rcsoria@ced.upd.edu.ph	Robinson Soria
Engineering	4343641 9283144 5620	ega@engg.upd.edu.ph jonat@engg.upd.edu.ph	Edgardo Atanacio Jonathan Salvacion
Economics	9205461	rdanao@econ.upd.edu.ph	Rolando Danao
Fine Arts	4348218, 7024	esilarde@cfa.upd.edu.ph	Elvie Silarde
Home Economics	9202091, 6063 6942, 6972, 9261552, 9202089, 6925, 6973	chedean@che.upd.edu.ph ocs@che.upd.edu.ph heed@che.upd.edu.ph hrim@che.upd.edu.ph flcd@che.upd.edu.ph fsn@che.upd.edu.h ctra@che.upd.edu.ph	Cristina Flor Galvez Carolyn ronquillo Elsa Orlina Lourdes Catral Liza Redoble Mialgros Querubin
Human Kinetics	4381, 4276, 4554, 4837, 4555, 4937	gluy@chk.upd.edu.ph mdraguilar@netscape.net binkyqd@chk.upd.edu.ph	Gilda L. Uy Mynett Aguilar Marie Eloisa Ulanday Artemio Isidro
Islamic Studies	5556	jwadi@islamic.upd.edu.ph neng@islamic.upd.edu.ph	Julkipli Wadi Cristina Carden
Law	5545		Patricia Daway
Library Science	6751	jcc@ils.upd.edu.ph	Josefina Cervas
SOLAIR	4213, 9286396	didi.agustin@upd.edu.ph nicolas.barriatos@solair.upd.edu.ph	Lourdes Agustin Nicolas Barriatos
Mass Comm	4150, 4459	ejp@upd.edu.ph violeta.umali@up.edu.ph	Ellen J. Paglinauan Violeta Umali
Music	4053, 9296963	mauricia.borromeo@up.edu.ph gemma.malicden@up.edu.ph	Mauricia Borromeo Gemma Malicden
Science	7174, 7400	csdean@csrc.cs.upd.edu.ph cssec@csrc.cs.upd.edu.ph	Rhodora Azanza Maritina Castillo
NCPAG	9261432, 9279085	ncpag@broline.com ednaco@cpa.upd.edu.ph	Edna Co
CSSP	6810	dekano@kssp.upd.edu.ph	Elizabeth R. Ventura
CSWCD	9298438, 5278	natividad.caparros@up.edu.ph	Natividad T. Caparros
Statistics	9280881	emma@stat.upd.edu.ph	Emma Dublin
SURP	9206854	luzviminda.rivera@up.edu.ph mary_ann.esporas@up.edu.ph	Luzviminda C. Rivera Mary Ann. P. Esporas
UPEPSF	9292009 (Diliman) 045-5992794 (San Fernando)		Rolando Garcia
ASP	9241836, 5270308	eusebio@skyinet.net	Eusebio Dizon
TMC	4262765	hsv@cba.upd.edu.ph hsv@upd.edu.ph tmcjep@info.com.ph	Helen S. Valderrama Ellen C. Cruz
Office of the Chancellor	9266942, 4003, 4902	daki@upd.edu.ph lulay@upd.edu.ph	Dakila A. Fernando Stella A. Francisco

Stray World War II Bombs in the National Science Complex

Dean Ceasar Saloma released a Memorandum last June 10, 2008 regarding the stray bombs found in the national science complex. Quoting from the memorandum,

“Everyone is advised to use only existing roads and established pathways inside the National Science Complex. Please do not venture into various construction sites without securing prior authorization and guidance from proper authorities.”

The NSC contractors were able to dig up more than thirty (30) stray WWII bombs already during the course of their work. This area is where future buildings of the Institute of Chemistry-Teaching Wing and the National Institute of Physics will be located. The bombs found were actually buried for just about a meter deep or less below the ground.

“Vice-Chancelor Grace Gregorio has already sought the technical assistance of the PNP on the matter. The retrieved bombs were turned over to the UP Diliman Police Force and then brought to the PNP Explosives Ordinance Division in Camp Karingal,” says Dean Saloma.

‘Sangdaan Tungong Vinzons: The Vinzons UPgrade Launch

Dear Isko/ Iska,

Greetings!

You are cordially invited to ‘Sangdaan Tungong Vinzons: The Vinzons UPgrade Launch on 18 June 2008, 10:00 AM at the Vinzons Hall Front Lawn.

We hope that you can be a part of this groundbreaking centennial event. See you there!

In service,
UPD University Student Council Vinzons Hall Committee

For questions/ concerns, please contact Joseph Gutierrez at 0917-8247893

On the eviction of Yakal-based tambayans

On June 4, 2008, Wednesday, the University Student Council (USC) held a meeting with the representatives of the student organizations with Yakal-based tambayans. According to the representatives, they were informed by the Vice-Chancellor for Student Affairs Elizabeth Enriquez through Office of Student Housing Director Ruby Alcantara that the organizations have no right to have their tambayans at the Yakal complex. According to them, Enriquez also said that the complex is no place for College of Engineering student organizations.

In a meeting with Dr. Alcantara last summer, some of the representatives who attended were told that they should leave the complex on or before May 31. The reps contended, however, that there had been verbal agreements between their org alumni and the Yakal administration that they can stay at the complex (though at the present meeting, the time frame was not specified). Still, as Dr. Alcantara added, no document can support their claim because the MOA (Memoradum of Agreement) is missing. Understanding their situation, the representatives now fear that their organizations might be forced to vacate the area anytime.

The USC and the Yakal-based organization now plan to conduct further investigations regarding the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). Furthermore, a statement of unity will be drafted, asserting to the OVCSA (Office of the Vice-Chancellor for Student Affairs) and the OSH (Office of Student Housing) that these organizations be retained and that a new MOA be drafted to ensure the security of their tambayans. A dialogue with Dr. Alcantara and Dr. Enriquez has been planned in the coming weeks. The Students Rights and Welfare Committee (STRAW) and the Committee on Dorms, Organizations, Fraternities and Sororities (DOFS) will also conduct a comprehensive study on the status of more than 200 student organizations and their tambayans.

Affected organizations are as follows: UP KAISA, PSME-UPSU, UP MSS, UP ALCHEMES, UP CVSF, UP SME, UP Subol, UP Navigators, UP Kapianan.

UPD Academic Calendar 0809

 

Applies to all units except the MBA and MS Finance programs of the College of Business Administration
and the M of Management programs of UPEPP and UPEPO

 

		FIRST SEMESTER			SECOND SEMESTER			SUMMER*
Physical Examination for incoming freshmen	Tue 1 Apr - Wed 30 Apr
Deadline for transfer students to file application	Wed 30 Apr
for admission (for 1st Sem)
ADVANCE REGISTRATION FOR FRESHMEN	Mon 5 May - Fri 9 May
Removal examination period	Thu 22 May - Mon 2 Jun			Fri 24 Oct - Mon 3 Nov			Tue 7 Apr - Fri 17 Apr
Validation for advance credit	Mon 19 May -Thu 26 Jun			Thu 16 Oct - Fri 21 Nov
Deadline for colleges to submit application for
CSAPG Cases:
- For 1st Sem, 2008-2009	Fri 2 May; Fri 16 May
- For 2nd Sem, 2008-2009				Mon 13 Oct; Mon 27 Oct
- For Summer 2009							Mon 9 Mar; Mon 30 Mar
COMMITTEE ON STUDENT ADMISSIONS,
PROGRESS & GRADUATION (CSAPG) MEETINGS:
- For 1st Sem, 2008-2009	Mon 12 May; Mon 26 May
- For 2nd Sem, 2008-2009				Mon 13 Oct; Mon 27 Oct
- For Summer 2009							Mon 9 Mar; Mon 30 Mar
GENERAL REGISTRATION
- Freshmen & Graduating Students	Mon 2 Jun			Mon 3 Nov			Mon 6 Apr-Tue 7 Apr
- Other Students	Tue 3 Jun - Fri 6 Jun			Tue 4 Nov-Thu 6 Nov
START OF CLASSES	Tue 10 Jun			Fri 7 Nov			Tue 14 Apr
FRESHMEN WELCOME ASSEMBLY	Tue 10 Jun
UP Foundation Day	Wed 18 Jun
Deadline for filing application for UPCAT:
- For 1st Semester 2009-2010 admission;
For Metro Manila Schools	Fri 20 Jun
For non-Metro Manila Schools	Fri 27 Jun
Deadline for colleges to submit approved list of
Candidates for graduation:
- For Summer 2008 graduates	Wed 25 Jun
- For 1st sem 2008-2009 graduates				Fri 21 Nov
- For 2nd Sem 2008-2009 graduates							Wed 8 Apr
Deadline for filing application for graduation:
- For 1st sem 2008-2009 graduates	Tue 24 Jun
- For 2nd Sem 2008-2009 graduates				Fri 21 Nov
- For Summer 2009 graduates							Fri 17 Apr
Deadline for colleges to submit tentative list of
Candidates for graduation:
- For 1st sem 2008-2009 graduates	Wed 2 Jul
- For 2nd Sem 2008-2009 graduates				Fri 28 Nov
- For Summer 2009 graduates							Thu 21 May
CURRICULUM COMMITTEE MEETINGS	Mon 9 Jun; Mon 23 Jul			Mon 3 Nov; Mon 10 Nov			Mon 16 Mar
UNIVERSITY COUNCIL MEETING TO RECOMMEND
RECIPIENTS OF DEGREES OR DIPLOMAS:
- For Summer 2008 graduates	Mon 21 Jul
- For 1st Sem 2008-2009 graduates				Mon 15 Dec
- For 2nd Sem 2008-2009 graduates							Mon 20 Apr
UP COLLEGE ADMISSION TEST (UPCAT)
- For 2nd Sem 2008-2009	Sun 3 Aug
- For 1st Sem 2009-2010 admission	Sat 2 Aug-Sun 3 Aug
Lantern Parade				Wed 17 Dec
CHRISTMAS VACATION				Thu 18 Dec
RESUMPTION OF CLASSES				Tue 6 Jan
Mid-Semester	Thu 7 Aug			Thu 22 Jan			Wed 29 Apr
Last day for graduating students to clear their	Tue 28 Aug			Wed 11 Feb			Mon 27 Apr
deficiencies
DEADLINE FOR DROPPING SUBJECTS	Mon 8 Sep			Fri 20 Feb			Fri 8 May
DEADLINE FOR FILING LEAVE OF ABSENCE FOR	Fri 19 Sep			Fri 6 Mar
STUDENTS CURRENTLY ENROLLED
END OF CLASSES	Wed 8 Oct			Tue 24 Mar			Tue 19 May
Integration Period	Thu 9 Oct-Sat 11 Oct			Wed 25 Mar-Thu 26 Mar			Wed 20 May
FINAL EXAMINATIONS:
- Graduating Students	Mon 13 Oct-Wed 15 Oct			Fri 27 Mar-Mon 30 Mar			Thu 21 May-Fri 22 May
- Other Students	Mon 13 Oct-Tue 21 Oct			Fri 27 Mar-Sat 04 Apr
DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING GRADES:
- Graduating Students	Thu 23 Oct			Mon 6 Apr			Fri 29 May
- Other Students	Thu 23 Oct			Tue 14 Apr
BOARD OF REGENTS MEETING TO APPROVE	Per BOR Schedule)			Per BOR Schedule)			Per BOR Schedule)
GRADUATION
COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES				Sun 26 Apr

^a For the Summer session, 3-unit lecture classes meet two (2) hours daily, Monday to Friday for the 24-class days.

^b For transferees from schools outside the UP system. Students from other CUs should check with the College where they

intend to transfer as deadline may be earlier.

^c Students who will not enroll during the semester must file their Leave Of Absence (LOA) during the Registration period. The

deadline for filing LOA within the semester/term is only for those currently enrolled.

^d Classes as usual.

_______________________

@ Approved by the Office of the President on February 04, 2008

 

HOLIDAYS DURING THE ACADEMIC YEAR

2008 2009

Thu	12	June	Independence Day		Thu	1	January	New Year’s Day
Sat	2	August	UPCAT (UP only) for AY 2009-2010 admission		Wed	25	February	EDSA Day (February 23)
Tue	19	August	Quezon Day (QC only)		Thu	9	April	Maundy Thursday
Thu	21	August	Ninoy Aquino Day (Aug. 25)		Fri	10	April	Good Friday
Mon	25	August	National Heroes Day		Fri	9	April	Araw ng Kagitingan (April 13)
Tue	30	September	E’idl Fitr *		Fri	1	May	Labor Day (May 4)
Sat	1	November	All Saint’s Day
Sun	30	November	Bonifacio day (December 1)
Thu	25	December	Christmas Day
Tue	30	December	Rizal Day

* E’idl Fitr is declared as a national holiday by Malacañang. Sepetmber 30, 2008 is the estimated date of E’idl Fitr. This holiday is declared

based on the appearance of the new moon and may vary from one year to the next.
*RA 9492 mandates that most holidays except those with religious significance will be shifted

to the nearest Monday (as indicated in parenthesis).

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