AMAVOH Presents: Philippine Dances – Workshops and Presentations
(By Cream Pepito and Fe Visaya) A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined the Tinikling Dance Workshop organized by UPAAW on Saturday, October 26! The energy and enthusiasm were truly inspiring as we celebrated this beautiful aspect of our Filipino heritage together. Special thanks and congratulations to the Asuncion…
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“24K Gold in 2024”: 50th Anniversary Gala Night of UPAAW
(By Fe Visaya) The University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Wisconsin celebrated its golden anniversary on June 30, 2024, at the Historic Wisconsin Club in Milwaukee. The event, aptly titled “24K Gold in 2024,” was a resounding success, attracting a full house of 300 attendees. The evening featured a keynote address…
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Iskolar Ng Bayan Fund Update
The UP Alumni Association of Wisconsin (UPAA-W) is on a mission to support scholars from the University of the Philippines (UP) through a monthly stipend for books and other school-related costs. This is part of our “50 at 50” campaign, launched two years ago to celebrate our 50th anniversary. We…
“Let’s Get Groovy!”: UPAAW 50th Anniversary Kickoff Event
(By Fe Visaya) On February 3, 2024, the University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Wisconsin (UPAA-W) kicked off its 50th anniversary celebration in style with a fun and funky event titled “Let’s Get Groovy.” Held in honor of the organization’s founding on February 3, 1974, the night was filled…
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“Take a Bow: A Strings Concert” Celebrates Heritage and Talent
(By Fe Visaya) The UPAA-W’s Asuncion Miteria Austria Value Our Heritage Activity took place on October 7, 2023, at the Pitman Auditorium in Alverno College. Titled “Take a Bow: A Strings Concert,” the event was a remarkable celebration of both musical excellence and cultural heritage. The concert featured three talented professional artists—Joanna…
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VOH Presents: Martial Law – Facts & Implications
(By Cream Pepito) In September 1972, then-Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos Sr. declared Martial Law. In January 1981, Martial Law was lifted but Marcos retained most of his powers. Guests May Rodriguez, Executive Director of the Bantayog ng Mga Bayani Foundation https://bantayog.foundation/ and Mark John Sanchez, Author and Assistant Professor of Asian Studies Vanderbilt University https://as.vanderbilt.edu/asianstudies/people/sanchez.php were…
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