This
Fiscal Year marks a milestone to the Chapter.
This is the Fiscal Term we celebrate the Silver Anniversary since its
Chartering 25 years ago. As its first Activity, UAP Manila Corinthian Chapter
conducted its "1st General Membership Meeting: Induction
Ceremonies” at Max’s Restaurant, Ma. Orosa St. Ermita, Manila, last July 31.
2014.
With
51 members in attendance, the chapter witnessed the induction of 10 new members
to the chapter. No less than the District Director for B2 Ar. Raymund
Vera conducted the Charging and Chapter President Ar. Omar Palero officiated
the Oath of Membership. Sponsors of the
New Members as well the BOD helped in the Pinning Rites to signify the
commencement of their affiliation to the Chapter
The
new inductees are the ff:
Ar.
Hannah Marie Albino
Ar.
John Paul Manalaysay
Ar.
Bermin Salazar
Ar.
Marvin Sy
Ar.
Gladys Kristine Baes
Ar.
Abigail Macatangay
Ar.
Edelyn Mauricio
Ar.
Irene Jenneth Cerdena
Ar.
Jay Clent Saavedra
Ar.
Rodel Grande
This
Fiscal Year theme is “UAP Manila Corinthian: Celebrating 25 Years of
GREATness”, with the word GREAT serving as acronyms to the main focus areas of
the chapter.
G
– Globally Competitive
The
borderless practice is slowly creeping in on us, and together with the National
Organization, we Enjoin in making our members adaptable to the change with
programs on specialization and continuous learning.
R
– Responsible Professionals
The
Architects Credo is not only meant to be recited at the start of formal chapter
gatherings, but is also a reminder of our responsibilities as
professionals. We aim to Educate our members
of our responsibility to our clients, the community and our country. Instead of battling it out with the other
profession, we will focus improving our skills and competencies making them
insignificant in the field of Designing for Buildings.
E
– Environment Sensitive
As
Designers and Planners, we are given a great opportunity to decide on our
projects. We are now facing the
catastrophic impact of Climate Change, and as Architects we can makes choices
that will lessen or counter these effects.
The chapter is privileged to have in its membership, advocates of Green
Building with valuable knowledge that we intend to share with our general
membership.
A
– Active Members
All
the efforts of the Chapter Board are geared towards the professional development
of its members. We strive to make our
events as beneficial and as meaningful to entice their interest and
participation.
T
– Transformational Leadership
The
above focus areas can only be achieved with the Chapter Leadership adapting the
Transformational Style. We must inspire
the members to be positive by being energetic, enthusiastic and passionate of
our sworn duties.
The
Board of Directors working on this vision are the ff:
Chapter
President: Ar. Omar C. Palero
Vice
President for Programs and Planning: Ar. Maria Sheyne R. Sanchez
Vice
President for Operations: Ar. Archie B. Bermejo
Secretary:
Ar. Joy C. Villar
Treasurer:
Ar. Albert P. Realosa
Auditor:
Ar. Levy M. Barnuevo
Directors:
Ar. Gabriel Ma. Angelo B. Cascante, Ar. Mark Anthony D. Copino, Ar. Michael H.
Fullero
Immediate
Past Chapter President: Ar. Ludivico P. Idano
The
Great Leaders who has shaped the Chapter from its beginnings to the present
inspired this Fiscal Year theme.
The
Closing Ceremonies would not be complete without giving recognition to guests
who took time out from their busy schedule to join the Chapter. A Certificate of Recognition was given to our
District Director for B2 Ar. Raymund Vera, and tokens were handed out to
Out-going Chapter Officers present, namely Ar. Jared Cruz (Out-going Chapter
Treasurer) and Ar. Clang Torralba (Out-going Chapter Secretary).
The
Chapter also expresses their appreciation to Steeltech for being a loyal
partner having sponsored various activities then and now. They also gave out a special shirt bearing
the UAP and Chapter Logo.
Thank
you also to Ar. Ludelle Mercene of UAP Maynilad Chapter and Ar. Videl Mendoza
of UAP Manila Alcadia Chapter for their presence and support.
