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around area B/C - - 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 21