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Call for Applications—UCMP Research Assistants

Posted on June 19, 2026 - 9:30 AM.

The University Collection Mapping Project (UCMP) of the UPD-OICA is currently seeking RESEARCH ASSISTANTS for a part-time collections management stint from July to December 2026.

QUALIFICATIONS:
— A graduate student (or a recent graduate from an undergraduate or graduate degree) in UP Diliman, preferably with relevant background on the following fields: cultural studies, arts, and information science
— Can report physically at the UP Diliman campus
— Can undergo training on cataloging and condition reporting in early July
— Can serve around 40 hours per month
— Interest to learn collections cataloging and other collections management processes

Email the following requirements compiled in a single PDF file to artinventory.upd@up.edu.ph with a short cover email and subject header “UCMP RA Application – <Last Name>” on or before 25-June, Thursday, 5PM:
— Cover letter
— CV
— For graduate students, Form 5 from previous semester, and screenshot of CRS grades
— For recent graduates, True Copy of Grades (TCG) or screenshot of CRS grades

Shortlisted applicants shall undergo Zoom interview with members of the project team. A humble monthly allowance/honorarium has been prepared for the RAs.

Call for Applications—UPD VACSSP Cycle 10

Posted on June 2, 2026 - 2:14 PM.

We are now accepting applications for the UP Diliman Visual Arts and Cultural Studies Scholarship Program Cycle 10!

Submit the following requirements via the submission portal (https://bit.ly/UPDVACSSPSubmissions) on or before:
24 June 2026, 5 PM (Renewing Applicants)
30 June 2026, 5 PM (New Applicants)

Application Form
Cover Letter
True Copy of Grades
(for new applicants) Two (2) Recommendation Letters
(for new applicants) Portfolio
(for renewing applicants) Progress report
Signed Data Privacy Consent Form

Program Guidelines and Application Forms here: https://bit.ly/UPDVACSSP

For further inquiries, contact us at vacssp_oica.upd@up.edu.ph.

Congratulations to the UPD VACSSP scholars AY 2025-2026

Posted on May 9, 2026 - 2:00 PM.

Maalab na pagbati sa mga iskolar ng UP Diliman Visual Arts and Cultural Studies Scholarship Program (UPD VACSSP) para sa AY 2025-2026.

Mabuhay ang mga artista-iskolar ng bayan!

Congratulations to the UPD PASP scholars AY 2025-2026

Posted on May 9, 2026 - 11:00 AM.

Maalab na pagbati sa mga iskolar ng UP Diliman Performing Arts Scholarship Program (UPD PASP) para sa AY 2025-2026.

Mabuhay ang mga artista-iskolar ng bayan!

1 Mayo 2026 – Araw ng Paggawâ

Posted on May 1, 2026 - 9:00 AM.

Ngayong Araw ng Paggawâ, binibigyang-pugay natin ang bawat manggagawang Pilipino na walang sawang nagsusumikap para sa kani-kanilang mga pamilya at sa bayan. Nakikiisa ang UPD-OICA sa inyong patuloy na laban at sakripisyo sa gitna ng krisis sa mundo.

Ating gunitain ang Araw ng Paggawâ sa pamamagitan ng pagpapalalim ng ating kaalaman sa danas ng mga manggagawang Pilipino. Ito ang ilang mga sulatin:

J. E. Franco, “Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) as Heroes: Discursive Origins of the “Bagong Bayani” in the Era of Labor Export”, HUMANITIES DILIMAN (JULY – DECEMBER 2015) 12:2, 56-78. Accessed via saliksik.upd.edu.ph.
T. D. Ballesteros, F. D. Santos, E. M. Rubenito, and L. Angelo. “Assessing the Effectiveness of Employment Policies for Filipino Migrant Workers”. International Journal of Law and Public Policy, vol. 7, no. 1, pp. 31-38, Mar. 2025. Accessed via https://doi.org/10.36079/lamintang.ijlapp-0701.806.
Raquiza, Ma. Victoria R., Duke Thomas G. Dolorical, and Roja Salvador. 2024. “Are Female Workers in the Informal Sector Benefiting from the Expanded Maternity Leave Law? : A Preliminary Investigation.” Philippine Journal of Public Policy: Interdisciplinary Development Perspectives 2024: 39–89. Accessed via https://cids.up.edu.ph/female-workers-informal-sector-benefiting-expanded-maternity-leave-law/.
B. B. Velasco and R. P. Ofreneo. 2026. “Digitalization, COVID-19, and the Future of Women Workers in the Philippines”. Accessed via https://www.researchgate.net/publication/401371378_Digitalization_COVID-19_and_the_Future_of_Women_Workers_in_the_Philippines.
R. R. Potestades. 2024. “Juggling or Sailing through Everyday Life?: Understanding the Lived Experiences of Filipino Mothers as Online Freelancers and Outsourced Workers”. Feminist Pleasures: Building Intersectional, Inclusive, and Transformative Societies (pp.76-102). The Philippine Journal of Social Development. Accessed via https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378978633_Juggling_or_Sailing_through_Everyday_Life_Understanding_the_Lived_Experiences_of_Filipino_Mothers_as_Online_Freelancers_and_Outsourced_Workers.
B. Velasco. “Rights at Work and Workers’ Resistance in a Luzon Export Zone”. Philippine Journal of Social Development Volume 11, February 2019, pp. 82-98, ISSN 2094-523X. Accessed via https://cswcd.upd.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/PJSD11-B.Velasco.pdf.
R. C. Asa. “Why Did Workers’ Strikes Increase Under Duterte? Populism and Political Opportunities for Social Movements”. SOCIAL SCIENCE DILIMAN 19:2 July–December 2023. Accessed via saliksik.upd.edu.ph.

COLOR	Dimensions (1 unit each)
black	460 cm x 152 cm
black	400 x 152
black	412 cm x 152 cm
black	263 cm x 152 cm
black	197 cm x 152 cm
black	179 cm x 152 cm
black	106 cm x 152 cm
black	121 cm x 119 cm
red	very large (see sample photo)

COLOR	Dimensions (1 unit each)
black	460 cm x 152 cm
black	400 x 152
black	412 cm x 152 cm
black	263 cm x 152 cm
black	197 cm x 152 cm
black	179 cm x 152 cm
black	106 cm x 152 cm
black	121 cm x 119 cm
red	very large (see sample photo)

Hauling, transportation	• Arranged by the borrower, provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Installation	by hanging only
Outdoor use	allowed
Alterations (i.e. cutting, adhesives)	not allowed
Other suggestions	If the cloths get wet, please have them washed before returning them fully dried.

Hauling, transportation	• Arranged by the borrower, provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Installation	by hanging only
Outdoor use	allowed
Alterations (i.e. cutting, adhesives)	not allowed
Other suggestions	If the cloths get wet, please have them washed before returning them fully dried.

Available quantity	15 units
Dimensions	4ft x 8ft
Color	gray

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Call for Applications—UCMP Research Assistants

Call for Applications—UPD VACSSP Cycle 10

Congratulations to the UPD VACSSP scholars AY 2025-2026

Congratulations to the UPD PASP scholars AY 2025-2026

1 Mayo 2026 – Araw ng Paggawâ

Black / red cloth

Rubber mats

Hanging vintage lamps

Bamboo panels

Mannequin heads

Pallet boards

Small LED TV

DVD player

LED uplights

String Lights

LED PAR Light Tower

Exhibition panels (accordion)

Red carpets with edging

Available quantity	40 units
Battery	AAA x3 (not included in the rental)
Dimensions	9 cm x 9 cm x 22 cm
Color	black
Light color	warm white, 3000K

Type	Dimensions	Quantity
Rectangular (with metal stand)	183 cm x 244 cm x 14 cm (thickness)	4 units
1/4 Circle Shape	235 cm x 145 cm x 14 cm (thickness)	4 units

Available quantity	30 units
Material	plastic
Dimensions	40 cm x 24 cm
Head circumference	~51 cm
Bottom size	22 cm x 14 cm

Available quantity	29 units
Dimensions	100 cm x 100 cm x 14 cm (thickness)
Material	Wood

Hauling, transportation	• Arranged by the borrower, provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Installations	• by stacking horizontally or mounting vertically • they can be connected using bolts and screws
Outdoor use	allowed
Alterations (i.e. cutting, disassembly)	not allowed
Re-painting	not allowed

Available quantity	4 units
Brand	Pensonic (LED-1612)
Dimensions	17″ x 13″ x 3″
Weight	2.329 kg
Resolution	HD 1366 x 768
Ports	HDMI x1 USB x1 VGA x2
Voltage	110-240V

Available quantity	3 units
Brand	NEXTBASE NB-308
Dimensions	10″ x 12″ x 1.5″
Weight	1.5 kg
Playable formats	MPEG-4, DVD, VCD, CD, Picture CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Voltage	110-240V

Available quantity	2 units
Product size	20 cm x 20 cm x 8 cm
Lamp luminous flux	180 – 540 lumens
Bulb power	18 LED – 50W
Light color	RGB (12 red, 12 green, 12 blue)
Input voltage	AC 100-240V / 50-60 Hz

Available quantity	2 units
Length	10.31 m
Light color	warm white 3000K
Input voltage	220 V

Available quantity	2 units
Maximum height	~10 ft
Length of T-bar	~6.56 ft
Lights capacity	supports up to 4 lights
Color	black

Number of available wooden pedestals	2 units
Dimensions	214 cm x 107 cm x 40 cm
Color	white

Dimensions	Quantity
51 cm x 51 cm, height: 90 cm	3
46 cm x 46 cm, height: 90 cm	1
41 cm x 41 cm, height: 90 cm	1
51 cm x 51 cm, height: 103 cm	2
31 cm x 31 cm, height: 103 cm	2
41 cm x 41 cm, height: 103 cm	1
46 cm x 46 cm, height: 77 cm	1
41 cm x 41 cm, height: 89 cm	1
61 cm x 61 cm, height: 102 cm	1
61 cm x 61 cm, height: 90 cm	1
61 cm x 61 cm, height: 77 cm	1

Number of available panel boards	1 unit
Dimensions	4ft x 8ft x 1.5 in (thickness)
Framing	wooden

Hauling, transportation	• Arranged by the borrower, provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Mounting	Allowed mounting materials: • Stapler / Gun Tacker • Thumb tacks • Hooks • Finishing Nails • Adhesives Borrowers are expected to remove all mounting materials used before returning the panel boards.
Re-painting	Allowed using latex paint
Other suggestions	For stickers, use separate boards then nail them onto the panels

Number of available panel boards	2
Panel boards dimensions	4ft x 8ft x 3in (thickness)
Platform dimensions	4ft x 3ft x 1ft (height)
Framing	metal (very heavy)

Number of available panel boards	12 pcs / 6 pairs
Dimensions	4ft x 8ft
Light fixtures	currently unavailable
Installation	Installed in pairs (to be able to stand upright)

Hauling, transportation	• Arranged by the borrower, provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Installation staff	• The rental fee includes installation services of two (2) UPD-OICA staff who will assist in assembling and disassembling the panel boards. • They are only available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays (except holidays).
Mounting	Allowed mounting materials: • Stapler / Gun Tacker • Thumb tacks • Hooks • Finishing Nails • Adhesives Borrowers are expected to remove all mounting materials used before returning the panel boards.
Re-painting	Allowed using latex paint
Other suggestions	For stickers, use separate boards then nail them onto the panels

Per pair rate	PhP 100 per pair without lights per week PhP 200 per pair with lights per week (currently unavailable)
Installation / Setup Fee (includes 2 installation staff, assembly and disassembly of panel boards)	P500/setup per ingress day for 1-3 pairs P1,100/setup per ingress day for 4-6 pairs

Dimensions	Quantity
27.2m x 4m (stored at CMO)	1
25m x 2.45m (stored at CMO)	1
11.87 meters x 1.2 meters	2
11.81 meters x 1.2 meters	2
10.73 meters x 1.2 meters	1
10.66 meters x 1.2 meters	1
8.10 meters x 1.2 meters	1
8.10 meters x 1.2 meters (with cut/hole)	1
7.71 meters x 1.2 meters	1
7.68 meters x 1.2 meters	1
5.92 meters x 1.2 meters	1
5.10 meters x 1.2 meters	3
4.80 meters x 1.2 meters (with cut/hole)	1
4.10 meters x 1.2m (with cut/hole)	1

Sizing, transportation, hauling	• Arranged by the borrower, in coordination with the UP Diliman Campus Maintenance Office (CMO), provided that the request letter is already approved by UPD-OICA • Transport and hauling of materials shall be arranged by the borrower. Materials can only be hauled and returned on weekdays (except holidays) during office hours (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Cleaning	The borrower shall have the carpets cleaned / vacuumed before they are returned.
Alterations (i.e. cutting)	not allowed
Outdoor use	allowed