CAMP Champions Service and Excellence at the 44th UP Manila Day and 47th HSC Autonomy Anniversary
Written by: Dan Nathaniel L. Aspiras, RSLP
Edited by: Yves Y. Palad, EdD, PTRP
Photos from the UP Manila Information, Publication and Public Affairs Office (IPPAO) and CAMP Faculty
The College of Allied Medical Professions (CAMP) actively participated in the month-long celebration of the 44th UP Manila Day and the 47th Anniversary of the Health Sciences Center’s autonomy, held throughout October 2026. This year’s celebration is guided by the theme “Alay ng UPM sa Kalusugan ng Bayan: Sa Dangal at Husay, Serbisyo ang Gabay,” where the UP Manila community showcased its enduring commitment to service, academic leadership, and collegiate unity through a series of sports, academic, public service, and cultural engagements. The college was represented by Administrative Officer Ms. Rizza D. Florentino and Mr. Mark Julius T. Dullas, PTRP from the Department of Physical Therapy in the university-wide organizing committee.
The festivities opened on October 7 with the Palarong Pinoy Sportsfest, where the College’s delegation, CAMP NERI, secured First Place after outperforming competing units across traditional games. The championship team was composed of undergraduate students across all four undergraduate departments : Al Vincent B. Cabeltis (OT2) and James G. Neri (OT2) from BS Occupational Therapy; Miguel Carlitos Diaz (PT3), Jude Bryan Gonzales (PT3), Joaquin S. Dumindin (PT2), John Clarence Q. Cabigas (PT2), Keon Luis M. Echevarria (PT2), and Matthew Estolano (PT2) from BS Physical Therapy Year 2; Lance Oliver M. Mejorada (RT1), Raimon Vincenzo C. Arago (RT1), and Reuben Alexander C. Galangga (RT1) from BS Radiologic Technology; and Venice Zyra Franzine C. Vila (SP1) from BS Speech Pathology.
Academic and cultural heritage were then brought to the fore on October 13 during the Professorial Chair Lecture of UP Manila Chancellor, Dr. Michael L. Tee, alongside an exhibit and lecture on the history of UP Manila and the Philippine General Hospital. Representing the college at this gathering was Year 4 BS Occupational Therapy student, Mr. Nathan Yap Tan Pascual, who provided the musical intermission numbers on the piano.
In line with the celebration’s core message of service, CAMP engaged in the Community Health Fair, an outreach activity of the university, on October 14.The CAMP Public Service Committee alongside faculty members, administrative officers, and volunteers rendered cognitive screening services to the elderly at the Barangay 790 Covered Court, Icasiano Health Center in Pedro Gil, Manila. Members who participated were Asst. Prof. Jaymilyn C. Ombao, MClinAud, RSLP, Mr. Dan Nathaniel L. Aspiras, RSLP, Ms. Jessamae L. Fadri, RSLP, Ms. Juliana Marie A. Galbizo, OTRP, Mr. Cyrl Zeus B. Nagales, OTRP, Mr. Scott Jesley M. Noguerra, RSLP, Ms. Coleen Palongpalong, OTRP, and Ms. Gerlie Resterio.
This was followed on October 21 by a UPM Wellness Booth initiative, where 24 third-year BS Physical Therapy students conducted comprehensive health screenings for 69 participants under the supervision of faculty members Asst. Prof. Carlos Dominic D. Olegario, MPT, PTRP and Ms. Aleck Zandria D. Viray, PTRP.
The campus atmosphere came alive on October 21 during the joint Organization Fair, Music Fair, Snack Express, and the UP Manila’s Got Talent and Cultural Night. The main stage proceedings were co-hosted by CAMP faculty members Ms. Juliana Marie A. Galbizo, OTRP and Mr. Gabriel Antonio D. Bello, OTRP from the Department of Occupational Therapy. Third-year BS Occupational Therapy student Xia Jaden Amar clinched 3rd Place overall in UP Manila’s Got Talent.
The student music group Reh4b brought live musical performances to the audience. Its members include Physical Therapy students Eliana Gabrielle F. Badilla, Samara Francesca S. Guerra, Jan Marco C. Clutario, and Sean Radley D. Corpuz, together with Speech Pathology student Zabdiel Austin O. Magnaye. Adding to the artistic showcase, CAMP Synergy delivered a live music interpretation of the band Ben&Ben’s “Saranggola” through Elizabeth Althea A. Aquino, Jan Marco C. Clutario, Jessica Danielle B. Maligaya, and Reigne Daniella G. Ogatis. A dance interpretation of Ben&Ben’s “Paninindigan Kita” was also exhibited, featuring Anayah Claire M. Macaraeg, Kyle Allen De Lara, Beatrice Cassandra P. Santos, Adriano D. Sias, Jazz Markus M. Roma, Anica Sophia O. Iñigo, Shannon Gail V. Balaos, and Aliyah Flordeliz G. Ty.
The anniversary month concluded on October 28 with the Gawad Chancellor and Service Recognition Ceremony to honor members of the university community who exemplified honor, excellence, and dedicated institutional service. Ms. Alma V. Labro, MMBM was awarded the Gawad Chancellor 2026 for Outstanding Research and Extension Professional Staff (REPS). The ceremony also celebrated retiree Prof. Maria Concepcion C. Cabatan for her years of dedicated service and leadership, and honored Mr. Butch S. Regala for a remarkable 42 years of steadfast service to UP Manila.
CAMP takes great pride in the active participation, achievements, and service of its students, faculty, administrative staff, and REPS throughout the anniversary celebrations. By translating expertise into service, CAMP continues to uphold its role as a vital pillar of health and rehabilitation to champion health for the Filipino people.
