The University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Australia – New South Wales Chapter was established in 1980 for the purpose of supporting UP in the fulfilment of its mission as an academic institution. It also assists in the development and welfare of alumni in Australia and in the Philippines, while fostering socio-cultural development and interaction between the association and the Australian community.
In its three decades of existence, UPAAA-NSW has many achievements it can be proud of. It has worked for the recognition of overseas academic and professional qualifications, provided assistance both financial and in kind to UP as well as provincial schools and charities. It has also promoted Filipino culture by showcasing performances of acclaimed groups like the UP Madrigal Singers and Kontra-Gapi, among others.
The association kicked off its 30th anniversary with the annual Oblation Cup Golf Tournament for the benefit of its Scholarship Grant, and continues with its Seminar Series featuring various topics presented by some of its outstanding alumni.
Highlighting the year-long celebration will be a dinner-dance on the 9th of October, 6:00pm at the Oatlands Golf Club in Bettington Road, Oatlands NSW. UPAAA-NSW members, fellow UP alumni and friends are invited to participate in this activity. For enquiries, ticket bookings (payment deadline is on the 17th of September) or to advertise in the souvenir program, please contact mobile no. 0410 194 083, email info.upaaansw@yahoo.com or visit the websites http://upaaanswchapter.multiply.com and Facebook (search for UPAAA-NSW). – ?