The Official Blogsite of UAP Manila Corinthian Chapter

The Official Blogsite of UAP Manila Corinthian Chapter

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Corinthian Kapihan: 1st GMM, Induction and Turn-over Ceremonies


In celebration of the Fiscal Year, UAP Manila Corinthian Chapter conducted its first activity entitled "Corinthian Kapihan: 1st GMM, Induction and Turn-over Ceremonies' at Bistro Paleta, Taft Ave cor. Remedios St., last July 30, 2013.


With 75 members in attendance, the chapter witnessed the induction of 15 new members.  No less than our National Treasurer Ar. Alfred Geoffrey C. Carandang conducted the Charging together National Auditor Ar. Mohammadsarfraz A. Uttoh and District Director Patrick N. Rodriguez.  Chapter President Ar. Omar Palero officiated the Oath of Membership and Past Chapter Presidents Ar. Gabbie Cascante, Ar. Wilfredo Gacutan, fuap, Ar. Abe Relleve, fuap, and the Officers helped in the traditional pinning rites.

New Inductees: Ar. Abigail Abulag, Ar. Louie Lester Barcia, Ar. Jose Larino Bengson Jr., Ar. Romina Calustre, Ar. Ray Camino III, Ar. Roy Concepcion, Ar. Ownery Rose Diala, Ar. Rowel Lucilo, Ar. David Manago, Ar. Ronjay Manila, Ar. Robert Al Maurin, Ar. John Michael Salas, Ar. Albert Tan, Ar. Bernize Umali, Ar. Keizi Zabala, Ar. Randie Manuel


The event was made extra special with the arrival of our Guest Speaker, the UAP National President Ar. Rozanno C. Rosal, fuap who inspired and the challenge the members with his news and extending his vision to this fiscal year.  He encourages all architect help in "Promoting the Practice, Protecting the Profession and Serving the Members".

National Executive Vice President Ar. Lora B. Rivera, fuap Charged the New Officers and National President Ar. Rozanno C. Rosal officiated the Oath of Office.



Immediate Past Chapter President Ar. Ludivico P. Idaño gave his valedictory address highlighting the achievements for the chapter of during his two-year term.  Awards were given to the past Board of Officers as well outstanding members.  Regional B2 District Director Ar. Patrick N. Rodriguez facilitated the Turn-over of Gavel followed by the inaugural speech of Incoming Chapter President Ar. Omar C. Palero.

This year’s vision is to be "More than the Usual Chapter of UAP" and objectives and programs were presented towards this vision.

Also discussed in the General Membership Meeting were the amendments to the Articles of Incorporation of UAP and the line-up of activities for the coming months.

In attendance were the members of the District Council and friends from other chapters.

Ar. Mike Baruiz, President, Maynilad Chapter
Ar. Raymond Vera, President, Intramuros Chapter, District Treasurer
Ar. Flynn B. Arana, President, La Solidaridad Chapter
Ar. Videl Mendoza, President, Alcaldia Chapter
Ar. Dick Balagtas, IPP, La Solidaridad Chapter
Ar. Ludelle Mercene, BOD of Maynilad
Ar. Alpha Fiesta, BOD of MAGS
Ar. Rowena Ramos, PP, Maharlika Chapter
Ar. Mariechu Yap, President QC-Silangan Chapter


The event was made possible through the generosity of the following sponsors:
Crown Pipes

Mit-Air






Tri-Gold 







For the compilation of the 1st GMM event pictures, click here.

 

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