Deadline is on February 4, 2025. For inquiries, please email engg.ocs@coe.upd.edu.ph

The period for application for shifting for 2nd Semester, AY 2024-2025 is January 6-10, 2025.

For this cycle, ONLY S1 (shifting within Engg) and S2 (shifting from other colleges within UPD) applications will be accepted. Students can apply for up to two courses in EEEI, DIEOR, and DME.

Follow this link for the full application details: https://tinyurl.com/coeshifting2425B

For any inquiries, please reach OCS through transfer_submit.engg@coe.upd.edu.ph.

New Deadline: January 17, 2025; 12nn

Who should apply for readmission?

1. Students with academic delinquencies who did not apply for readmission and were not readmitted since Midyear semester, AY 2023-2024

2. Students on AWOL

3. Non-major students who need to appeal for extension of non-major status

4. Students who did not register this Ist semester AY 2024-2025 and:

a. Failed to satisfy Midyear 2024 contract

b. Failed to satisfy retention rules

Access procedures here: https://bit.ly/CoEReadmission

DEADLINES

For students on AWOL: December 13, 2024

For students with other delinquencies: January 10, 2025, 12NN January 17, 2025; 12nn

Date: November 25, 2024
Venue: UP Institute of Civil Engineering
Schedule and Details: https://bit.ly/PCA2024Schedule

The University of the Philippines Diliman College of Engineering (UPD COE), together with the UP Engineering Research and Development Foundation, Inc. (UPERDFI) and in collaboration with the UP National Engineering Center (UP NEC), is set to hold the 2024 Professorial Chair Colloquium on November 25, 2024. This annual gathering recognizes the remarkable contributions of Professorial Chair Awardees who continue to advance excellence in teaching, research, and service.

Exploring Transformative Research

Themed “FAST TRACK 2: Filipino Engineers for the Advancement of Science and Technology Through Research and Collaborative Knowledge-Sharing – Engineering Research Towards Achieving Philippine Sustainable Development Goals”, this year’s colloquium will showcase innovative and impactful research conducted by UPD COE faculty members. The event provides a unique opportunity to engage with groundbreaking engineering initiatives aimed at achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the Philippines.

Thematic Focus Areas

Presentations are grouped into thematic sessions that highlight pressing issues and opportunities aligned with key SDGs:

• Good Health and Well-being (SDG-3)
• Quality Education & Strong Institutions (SDG-4/16)
• Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG-6)
• Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG-7)
• Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG-9)
• Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG-11)
• Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG-12)
• Climate Action (SDG-13)

Objectives of the Colloquium

This year’s colloquium aims to:

• Disseminate the cutting-edge research outputs of UPD COE’s esteemed faculty to a broader audience, including fellow academics, industry leaders, government representatives, and policymakers.
• Foster meaningful dialogue by soliciting inputs and feedback from key stakeholders.
• Promote a platform for discussing related research across different units within the College and the University, thereby exploring potential interdisciplinary applications and policy implications.

Open to the Public

The event is open to everyone with free admission. Participants are encouraged to mark their calendars and join us for a whole day of innovation, discussion, and networking. Details of the event schedule, including specific speaker presentations, can be accessed via https://bit.ly/PCA2024Schedule.

About the Professorial Chair Award

The UPERDFI Professorial Chair Award (PCA) is a prestigious recognition given to faculty members who have demonstrated excellence in academic teaching, research, and service. The award inspires faculty, particularly those with the rank of Assistant Professor or higher, to excel in their fields and contribute meaningfully to the University and society at large.

A Grateful Acknowledgment

The College of Engineering extends its deepest gratitude to all PCA donors and benefactors, and to the UPERDFI for its steadfast support of the College’s research and development activities.

#UPDCOE #PCAColloquium2024 #SustainableDevelopment #EngineeringForChange

Steven S. Sison: A Journey Rooted in Service and Determination

Steven S. Sison, who hails from a modest background, shared his inspiring journey from his early dreams of studying at UP to finally graduating after four years of hard work and sacrifice. In his speech, titled “To the Sunflowers that Bloomed,” Sison spoke about the values instilled in him by his father, an agricultural engineering graduate from UPLB who chose to serve the country instead of pursuing more lucrative opportunities abroad.

“At a young age, I would confidently say na sa UP ako mag-kokolehiyo because I idolized him so much,” Sison shared, reflecting on his father’s unwavering dedication to public service. He emphasized the importance of taking risks, learning from experiences, and embracing growth, even when it comes with discomfort and fear. His message was clear: growth is supposed to be new, and it often requires us to step outside our comfort zones.

Sison also highlighted the value of UP education in opening doors for students from the provinces, where access to technology and education may be limited. His words served as a reminder that the true measure of success lies not just in academic achievements but in the impact one makes in the service of the nation.

See his full speech here:

Kaye Sotingco: Embracing the Process and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Kaye Sotingco, who stood before the audience as a representative of her peers, delivered a speech filled with honesty and humility. She opened up about her struggles with imposter syndrome, a common challenge among high-achieving students, and how she overcame it through the support of her family and friends.

“Leading to this moment required many sacrifices and an immense amount of effort. This motivation didn’t just come out of nowhere,” Sotingco began. She reminded her fellow graduates to enjoy the process, find joy in small victories, and avoid comparing themselves to others. Her speech resonated deeply as she encouraged everyone to appreciate their unique journeys and the sacrifices that brought them to this point.

Sotingco also paid tribute to the resilience of the UP community, particularly in the face of challenges like Typhoon Carina, which hit Metro Manila just before their graduation. She drew a powerful analogy between the sunflowers that bloom on the UP campus and the graduates themselves, who have weathered storms to stand tall on their graduation day.

See her full speech here:

We are now accepting appeals for readmission for 1st semester, AY 2024-2025

Access procedures here: bit.ly/CoEReadmission

Who should apply?

1. Students with academic delinquencies who did not apply for readmission and were not readmitted since 2nd semester, AY 2023-2024

2. Students on AWOL

3. Non-major students who need to appeal for extension of non-major status

4. Students who did not register this Midyear 2024 and:

a. Failed to satisfy 2nd semester AY 2023-2024 contract

b. Failed to satisfy retention rules

Students with approved readmission contract MYT 2024 should not file an appeal for First Sem AY 2024-2025 as their readmission contracts are valid for two terms (MYT 2024 and First Sem AY 2024-2025). They are allowed to register for First Sem AY 2024-2025. Evaluation of readmission contract will be at the end of First Sem AY 2024-2025

Send your application here:

• For BS CE, BS ChE, BS CS students: bit.ly/CoERead12024-A

• For BS IE, BS GE, BS ME, BS MatE students: bit.ly/CoERead12024-B

• For BS EE, BS ECE, BS CoE, BS MetE, BS EM students: bit.ly/CoERead12024-C

• For Non-major status students: bit.ly/CoERead12024-D

Deadline: August 5, 5:00 PM

For inquiries, email engg.ocs@coe.upd.edu.ph

Appeal for Free Tuition Fee
(2nd semester AY 24-25)

To appeal: Please check the link below or Scan the QR code on the poster
https://tinyurl.com/FTF2ndsem24-25

DEADLINE: January 13, 2025, 5pm

STUDENT ORGANIZATION RENEWAL

2024-2025 ORG RENEWAL

Follow the link below or scan the QR code

https://tinyurl.com/org-renewal-AY2024-2025

Deadline : August 23, 2024. 5pm

CALL FOR APPLICANTS for SCHOLARSHIPS and GRANTS

Please see the details below for available scholarships. Please also check the official Facebook page of the Associate Dean for Student Affairs (ADSA).

Dean Alfredo L. Juinio Study Grant

Open to NEW First Year BS Civil Engineering Students

September 16, 2024, 5pm

To Apply: Follow the link below or scan the QR code on the poster

https://tinyurl.com/AlfredoJuinioScholarship2024

JCVA Scholarship 2024

Open to Graduating BS Civil Engineering Students

September 16, 2024, 5pm

Application Form

https://tinyurl.com/jcvaapplicationform24

Submission Bin

https://tinyurl.com/JCVAscholarship2024

Abraham Dario Jr. Scholarship

To apply: Follow the link below!

https://tinyurl.com/abrahamdariojrAY24-25

Deadline : August 16, 2024. 5pm

Capitol Steel Scholarship Program

Check the link below!

https://tinyurl.com/CapitolSteelScholarship2024

DEADLINE: August 16, 2024. 5pm

Philsaga Scholarship Program
To apply: check the link below or Scan the QR code

https://tinyurl.com/philsagascholarship24-25

DEADLINE: August 16, 2024. 5pm 

Trident Electronics Corporation Study Grant for New First Years

Please check the link below or Scan the QR Code

https://tinyurl.com/TridentScholarship24-25

Deadline is on August 16, 2024

Bella Tan Scholarship for 3rd Year

Please check the link below of scan the QR Code

https://tinyurl.com/BellaTanfor3rdyear24-25

DEADLINE: August 16, 2024

Andoni and Norma Dumlao Scholarship for New First Year AY 24-25

Andoni and Norma Dumlao Scholarship for New First Year AY 24-25

https://tinyurl.com/AndoniNormaDumlaoScholarship

Deadline: August 16, 2024

Bella Tan Scholarship for NEW FIRST YEAR!

Deadline of Application is on July 31, 2024

https://tinyurl.com/bellatanfirstyear2425

MEGAWIDE Scholarship Program

Please check the link below to apply

https://tinyurl.com/megawidescholarships2024

Mindanao Leg: Caraga State University

Butuan City, June 28, 2024 – The College of Engineering at the University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD COE) proudly announces the successful “Exploratory Discussions on Collaborative Effort to Scale Up Graduate Engineering Education Nationwide” (Mindanao leg) held at the H.E.R.O Learning Commons of Caraga State University. This marks a significant step forward in addressing the challenges and opportunities in graduate engineering education across the Philippines.

Leading the event was Dr. Maria Antonia N. Tanchuling, Dean of the UPD College of Engineering, who warmly welcomed attendees and expressed gratitude to Caraga State University for hosting the meeting. In her opening remarks, Dr. Tanchuling emphasized the importance of discussions on collaboration and innovation in enhancing the quality and reach of engineering education nationwide.

The discussions focused on the common challenges faced by state universities and colleges in increasing the number of offered graduate programs and graduate students. Key officials from the UPD College of Engineering, as well as representatives from various SUCs in the meeting, discussed challenges and potential solutions and areas for collaboration to tackle these challenges.

Present at the event were Dr. Louis Angelo M. Danao, Director of the UPD National Graduate School of Engineering (NGSE), Prof. Rowaldo G. Del Mundo, Associate Dean for Public Engagement, Dr. Czar Jakiri S. Sarmiento, Deputy Executive Director of the UP National Engineering Center (NEC), Dr. Guillermo Q. Tabios III, Professor Emeritus and expert on Water Resources Engineering of the UP Institute of Civil Engineering, Dr. Ayin Μ. Tamondong, Chairperson of the UP Department of Geodetic Engineering, Engr. Christian G. Arranz, Assistant Chairperson of the UP Department of Mining, Metallurgical, and Materials Engineering, Dr. Rinlee Butch M. Cervera, Program Coordinator of the Energy Engineering Program, and Ms. Joy B. Bolina, ERDT-Project Technical Specialist.

Dr. Roel M. Ocampo, Associate Dean for Research and ERDT Project Leader, presented the objectives and achievements of the Engineering Research and Development for Technology (ERDT) project. Funded by the Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI), the ERDT aims to contribute to national development by increasing the number of researchers, scientists, and engineers in the country.

In addressing the larger national issue, the UPD College of Engineering suggested that ramping up the current graduate production and graduate program offerings by UPD COE, ERDT, and the HEI sector is essential. To meet the growing demands, comprehensive, inclusive, and collaborative graduate program development, faculty development, and synergistic integration of R&D collaboration and capacity building are necessary.

To this end, the University of the Philippines College of Engineering proposes the establishment of a nationwide network of HEIs aimed at enhancing graduate engineering education, research, and innovation for the sustainable industrialization of the Philippines. This network will focus on increasing the country’s researcher density in engineering fields, expanding graduate programs, developing human capital and infrastructure, and promoting resource and opportunity sharing across institutions.

Atty. Ronnie Azura, University of the Philippines System consultant for State Universities and Colleges Collaborations, also presented the University President’s SUCs/LUCs Collaboration Program. He highlighted the significance of UP’s mandate as a national university to lead in higher education and development, fostering collaboration among state and local universities and colleges to enhance the quality of higher education across public institutions.

The event was attended by distinguished guests, including officials from Caraga State University (CSU):

• Fernando T. Herrera, VP for Academic Affairs, representing Dr. Rolyn C. Daguil, President of Caraga State University
• Alexander T. Demetillo, VP for Administration and Finance
• Dr. Maria Shiela K. Ramos, Dean of MSU-IIT (Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology)
• Engr. Karla M. Madrid-Khalid, Acting Dean of MSU Main
• Dr. Renato O. Arazo, Chancellor of the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP)
• Dr. Cleto I. Nanola Jr., University of the Philippines Mindanao
• Prof. Anamarie Sajonia, Dean of Caraga State University College of Engineering
• Prof. Lovely Mae Dagsa, Associate Dean of Caraga State University College of Engineering
• Prof. Philip Donald C. Sanchez, CSU College QUAMS Coordinator
• Prof. Ricardo Edgardo Sajonia, CSU CRAFT Director
• Prof. Re-Ann Cristine O. Calimpusan, Chairperson, Electronics Engineering Department, CSU
• Prof. Arturo Cauba, Chairperson, Geodetic Engineering Department, CSU
• Prof. Marc Lin F. Abonales, Chairperson, Civil Engineering Department, CSU
• Prof. Cindy May Belivestre, ABE Faculty Member, CSU
• Prof. George Dotdot, Chairperson, Mining Engineering Department, CSU
• Prof. Nichole Anthony D. Pacle, Chairperson, Geology Department, CSU

Visayas Leg: University of the Philippines Cebu

Cebu City, July 1, 2024 – The University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD) College of Engineering continued its series of nationwide consultative meetings with the Visayas leg of the “Exploratory Discussions on Collaborative Effort to Scale Up Graduate Engineering Education Nationwide” at the University of the Philippines Cebu Campus in Cebu City.

The event was opened by Dr. Maria Antonia N. Tanchuling, Dean of the UPD College of Engineering, who warmly welcomed attendees and expressed her gratitude to the various universities from the Visayas region for their participation. She also thanked UP Cebu Chancellor Atty. Leo B. Malagar for hosting the meeting and facilitating this important dialogue.

The meeting was attended by representatives from various higher education institutions (HEIs) and state universities and colleges (SUCs/LUCs) from the Visayas region, including:

• Prof. John Paul T. Yusiong, Chairperson of the Natural Science and Mathematics Department, University of the Philippines Tacloban
• Prof. Ronald M. Galindo, Dean of the College of Engineering, Cebu Technological University
• Engr. Martin Jan E. Mercurio, Geodetic Engineering Faculty, Visayas State University
• Prof. Rosana J. Ferolin, Dean of University of San Carlos – School of Engineering
• Prof. Rowena P. Calasara, Chemical Engineering Faculty, Iloilo Science and Technology University
• Prof. Corazon C. Coral, Civil Engineering Faculty, Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT-U)

The meeting saw the presence of representatives from the administration of the UP Diliman College of Engineering, including Dr. Louis Angelo M. Danao, Director of the National Graduate School of Engineering (NGSE), Prof. Rowaldo G. Del Mundo, Associate Dean for Public Engagement, Dr. Roel M. Ocampo, Associate Dean for Research and ERDT Project Leader, Dr. Czar Jakiri S. Sarmiento, Deputy Executive Director of the National Engineering Center, Engr. Christian G. Arranz, COE Information Officer & Assistant Chair of the UP Department of Mining, Metallurgical, and Materials Engineering, and Ms. Joy B. Bolina, ERDT-Project Technical Specialist.

During the event, Dr. Roel M. Ocampo presented the objectives and achievements of the Engineering Research and Development for Technology (ERDT) project, funded by the Department of Science and Technology – Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI). The ERDT aims to contribute to national development by increasing the number of researchers, scientists, and engineers in the country.

Participants shared similar and unique challenges related to faculty, graduate program offerings, constraints, and potential solutions to problems in engineering education, particularly at the graduate level. In addressing these issues, the UPD College of Engineering underscored the necessity of ramping up current graduate production and program offerings by UPD COE, ERDT, and the HEI sector. This requires comprehensive, inclusive, and collaborative efforts in graduate program development, faculty development, and synergistic integration of R&D collaboration and capacity building.

To meet these growing demands, the UPD College of Engineering proposed the establishment of a nationwide network of HEIs aimed at enhancing graduate engineering education, research, and innovation for the sustainable industrialization of the Philippines. This network will focus on increasing the country’s researcher density in engineering fields, expanding graduate programs, developing human capital and infrastructure, and promoting resource and opportunity sharing across institutions.

In her closing remarks, Dr. Tanchuling emphasized the significance of taking advantage of opportunities for collaboration among state universities and colleges to address common challenges, particularly the need to increase the number of graduate programs and graduate students (Master’s and PhD) and to develop more researchers to drive national industrialization.

These events mark the beginning of many consultations and meetings aimed at further discussing and refining this initiative nationwide. The UPD College of Engineering is committed to leading the charge in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment for graduate engineering education in the Philippines.

We are now accepting appeals for readmission for Midyear, AY 2023-2024

Access procedures here: bit.ly/CoEReadmission

Who should apply?

1. Students with academic delinquencies who did not apply for readmission and were not readmitted since 2nd semester, AY 2023-2024

2. Students on AWOL or MRR

3. Non-major students who need to appeal for extension of non-major status

4. Students who failed to comply with their readmission contract

Send your application here:

• For BS CE, BS ChE, BS CS students: bit.ly/CoERead12024-A

• For BS IE, BS GE, BS ME, BS MatE students: bit.ly/CoERead12024-B

• For BS EE, BS ECE, BS CoE, BS MetE, BS EM students: bit.ly/CoERead12024-C

• For Non-major status students: bit.ly/CoERead12024-D

Deadline:

For students on AWOL: June 10, 12:00 NN

For students with other delinquencies: June 27, 12:00 NN

For inquiries, email engg.ocs@coe.upd.edu.ph