University of the Philippines
Alumni Association in America
In Conversation with UPAAA Outstanding Alumni Awardees, Part 1
Featuring
"Jun" Eligio Roel B. Orteza II, PhD, Outstanding UP Alumnus on Technological Innovation
Earl Martin Valencia, Outstanding UP Alumnus in Digital Innovation
Moderator: Joy Soriano Celo, MD
Join us for an inspiring virtual event series featuring Outstanding UP Alumni Awardees from across the USA. These conversations offer a unique window into the lives and journeys of Iskolar ng Bayan who have made exceptional contributions in their fields — from public service, health care, education, the arts, science, technology and beyond.
Through candid reflections and real-life insights, we celebrate the power of a UP education and the enduring values that continue to shape our alumni wherever they are in the world.
Be inspired by stories that affirm the legacy of honor, excellence and service that define the UP community!
Zoom Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82199385923?pwd=CcqfKsQWV32Hqo3sfZi0Ov3sE8CrKQ.1
Meeting ID 821 9938 5923 Passcode 167371
In Conversation with UPAAA Outstanding Alumni Awardees, Part 2
Henry Echiverri, MD, Outstanding UP Alumnus in Medicine & Alumni Service
Ishwar Gopichand, MD ,Outstanding UP Alumnus in Philanthropy & Alumni Leadership
Anita Jongco, MD, Outstanding UP Alumnus in Humanitarian Leadership
Moderator: Winston Umali, MD
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89949851548?pwd=YQxANkpTdGUwCb5A1ETd
Meeting ID 899 4985 1548 Passcode 052292
The UPAAA Grand Reunion & Convention (GRC) is a biennial gathering of UP alumni and non- alumni for the purposes of fellowship, knowledge exchange and fundraising for UPAAA's flagship initiative, the Scholarship Program.
On its 23rd biennial celebration, GRC 2025 is co-hosted by the UP Alumni Association Houston Chapter (UPAAH). UPAA Houston was conferred by UPAAA the Outstanding UP Alumni Group Award during the 22nd GRC held in New Jersey in 2023.
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Book your hotel stay at the UPAAA group rate here
or scan the QR code.
Cut-off date for the group rate: Sept. 25, 2025
About the Westin Galleria Houston: Recently renovated, modern elegance meets timeless comfort in the vibrant heart of Texas. The hotel is nestled amidst the iconic Galleria mall. https://www.marriott.com/en- us/hotels/hougw-the- westin-galleria- houston/overview/
About Houston: Extending to Galveston Bay. Houston is closely linked with the Space Center Houston, the coastal visitor center at NASA’s astronaut training and flight control complex. The city’s relatively compact Downtown includes the Theater District, home to the renowned Houston Grand Opera, and the Historic District, with 19th-century architecture and upscale restaurants. ― (Google)
Airport Information:
The nearest airport to The Galleria is Houston Hobby Apt (HOU) Airport which is 12.8 miles away. Other nearby airports include Houston (IAH) (18.6 miles).
IAH (Bush Intercontinental): Bigger, more international flights, hub for United Airlines but further from the Galleria. HOU (Hobby): Smaller, mostly Southwest Airlines, closer to the Galleria, quicker city access, often cheaper fares.
Choose IAH for connections and options, HOU for convenience and Southwest.
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