around area B/C
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The United Architects of the Philippines Makati Chapter (UAPMC) and
Architects Mountaineering Group (AMG), in partnership with D'Conquer-
ors headed by Sir Wilsan Gabriel Chy, conducted Gift Giving Activity
(school supplies) for the children in Sitio Balagbag, Brgy. San Isidro, Rodri-
guez, Rizal.
The UAPMC through the "Lapis Is More Project" donated pencils and other
school supplies. The AMG also answered the call of our fellow mountaineer, Sir
Fredd, for the #ReforestTheRoad project in Mt. Balagbag.
As part of the AMG's advocacy of promoting responsible mountaineering,
preserving our natural environment and protection of mountain habitats, the team
together with UAPMC & D'Conquerors conducted Tree Nurturing Activity
which is a part of the reforestation in the area.
UAP’S FIRST CHAPTER
CELEBRATES ITS 42nd
Aries
CHARTER DAY Emerson By F. Karl Cabilao,
FUAP
While many would say that UAP was conceived in Manila, it was Cebu who actually realized its existence. Organized on January of 1976, UAP Cebu
Chapter holds the distinction of being the first ever UAP chapter in history.
That is why the officers and members of UAP Cebu, led by its president
Nheil Crisostomo, made it a point to hold their charter anniversary on the
anniversary month itself, since the annual Sinulog festivities
usually move the holding of previous charter days to the next
month. This year, the celebration was held at Harold’s Hotel,
Cebu City.
The night was highlighted by a fun, relaxing and laid-back
vibe as the members bonded and had fun with their trivia night
games. Even dinner was casually shared by members with
soothing music from a live band which came from a non-profit
Below: Mostly clad in white, members and guests gather for
a group photo upon the culmination of the 42nd Anniver-
sary Dinner of the UAP Cebu chapter. This was held last
January 10, 2017 at Harold’s Hotel, Cebu City.
organization which sponsors and helps teens who got into drug addiction. During
the program, the chapter introduced its nominees for elevation for the UAP College
of Fellows. (UAP Cebu Chapter welcomes two more Fellows
this year with past presidents Margret Rosario and Aurora
Achas to be conferred the title during the 43rd UAP National
Convention)
Past chapter president, Jose Mari Canizares, FUAP, APEC
Ar., made a testimonial for the chapter after recalling the high-
lights of their group’s 42 years of service.
Continuing a chapter tradition, the past chapter presidents
together with the incumbent led in the slicing of the chapter’s
anniversary cake. The members then shared the slices for their
dessert and capping off another year of promoting the architec-
ture profession.
UNITED ARCHITECTS OF THE PHILIPPINES
The Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects
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