In March 1913, UP President Murray Bartlett sowed the seeds of the University of the Philippines Alumni Association when he urged College of Law Dean George Malcolm to call a meeting for the purpose of forming such an association.

Throughout its history, the UPAA has been fired up by its mission of fostering Honor and Excellence, Service and Leadership, the very same ideals held sacrosanct by the Alma Mater. Projects of the association have sought to promote these ideals, as well as encourage unity, loyalty and institution building among the graduates, so that united, they can better serve their communities and the nation, thus doing their Alma Mater proud. The UPAA has undertaken several projects to promote excellence in teaching, research and extension services.

This year the University of the Philippines Alumni Association (UPAA) celebrates its centenary by launching Commemorative stamps in coordination with the Philippine Postal Corporation., which are designed by the UPAA Centennial anniversary Committee. The stamp designs shows; Stamp 1: The Oblation with the UPAA Centennial Logo in a purple background; Stamp 2: Façade of the Bahay ng Alumni Bldg., in a green background, likewise with the UPAA Centennial logo; Stamp 3: Earthworm-view of the Carillon Tower, with the centennial logo on a blue background; and Stamp 4: The full view of the University of the Philippines Alumni Association Centennial logo.

Source: Philippines Post

published April 30th, 2013