Office of the Student Regent - University of Eastern Philippines

28/04/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

Student Regent and USC Main Campus President Alpha Mae Marquita has formally reached out to the Provincial Government of Northern Samar to seek support for a graduation assistance program for students who may graduate in Academic Year 2025–2026.

SR Marquita proposed the initiative in recognition of the possible graduation-related costs that students may face. While these expenses are not fixed, they can still place pressure on students and their families.

The proposal expresses hope for the Provincial Government’s support in preparing assistance if needed. It also outlines a simple and organized approach to ensure timely delivery.

Through this effort, the OSR continues to represent student concerns, work with government partners, and advance the welfare of UEP students.

23/04/2026

𝐎𝐒𝐑 𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐒𝐄𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐄𝐋 𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐀 𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒

Student Regent Alpha Mae Marquita has sent a letter to President Ultra on the collection of panel honoraria during thesis and capstone proposal presentations and final defenses.

The shift to digital submission helps reduce costs but panel honoraria expenses during the proposal and defense stages remain a concern for many students.

Many have already completed their defenses. This move is for those who have not yet, and for future batches.

Student Regent Marquita’s proposal is institutional support: the University will pay for the panel honoraria, putting an end to the current practice where students shoulder the costs.

If not yet possible, Student Regent Marquita calls for student-centered guidelines to keep costs fair, transparent, and manageable across all campuses.

17/04/2026

𝐎𝐒𝐑 𝐒𝐔𝐁𝐌𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐘-𝐖𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐏𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐔𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒

The OSR has submitted two proposed policies to the University President and Board of Regents:

• University-wide Gender Policy
• University Policy on Free Expression

These are grounded in consultations with you, our fellow students, and stakeholders across the UEP System.

What these proposed policies aim:

• Protect dignity and equal participation of all students, regardless of gender identity and expression
• Affirm students’ rights to expression, peaceful assembly, and lawful collective action

The OSR also recommended interim guidance while these are under review:

• No discriminatory enforcement of dress codes based on SOGIE. No denial of entry, absences, or exclusion on this basis
• Uphold free expression, subject to reasonable and content-neutral rules. Address concerns through dialogue and support, not punishment.

These measures aim to protect students’ rights, access to education, and participation in campus life.

The OSR remains committed to advancing student welfare and rights. More updates soon.

08/03/2026

𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝘁𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Recent reports confirm that fuel prices in the country are expected to increase in the coming days due to developments in the international oil market. In some areas, transportation companies have already raised fares. Some have also reduced or cancelled trips as they respond to higher operating costs.

These developments may soon affect our province. An increase in fuel prices can lead to higher transportation fares and fewer available trips. This situation may place an added burden on many of our fellow UEP students who travel daily from different municipalities and barangays to attend classes.

Many of us rely on daily public transportation to pursue their education. Even small increases in transportation costs can make it harder for our fellow UEP students to attend classes regularly. Student access to education must remain protected, especially during situations that directly affect mobility and daily expenses.

The Office of the Student Regent recognizes this concern and is taking steps to closely monitor the situation together with the Federation of Student Councils and campus student leaders. As representatives of the student body, we will ensure that the concerns of UEP students are heard and properly addressed.

The following actions will be undertaken:
1. Officers of the University Student Council from the Main, Catubig, and Laoang campuses will gather updates from students regarding transportation conditions, fare increases, and other commuting concerns.

2. Students who are experiencing transportation difficulties are encouraged to report their situation through their respective University Student Council or College Student Council so that these concerns can be properly documented.

3. The Office of the Student Regent will maintain regular coordination with the Federation of Student Councils to consolidate reports and assess the situation across the three campuses.

4. Verified concerns will be formally communicated to the university administration. If transportation conditions begin to significantly affect the ability of students to attend classes, the Office of the Student Regent is prepared to raise the matter with the University President and discuss possible academic adjustments, including temporary remote or online modes of instruction if necessary.

We will remain vigilant and responsive as this situation develops.

We encourage all UEPians to remain informed, exercise care in their travels, and continue supporting fellow students during this time.

Thank you.

14/02/2026

𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟲, 𝗹𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲! 🧠✨

Ready to sharpen your intuition? Tomorrow, we move beyond numbers and dive into Logic and Reasoning I. We’ll be mastering analogies and the art of logical deduction to help you see the patterns others miss.

Focus Area: Logic and Reasoning
Venue: Academic Building, Rooms 113 & 115
Time: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

📌 Reminders:
• Bring paper and a pen for note-taking
• Pack some snacks to keep your energy up
• You may also bring your lunch

See you there!

13/02/2026

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟱? 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝘀! 📈

Tomorrow is all about mastering Numerical Ability II. We’re diving into graphs, data sets, and the essentials of mean, median, and mode.

Focus Area: Numerical Ability II
Venue: Academic Building, Rooms 113 & 115
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📌 Reminders:
• Bring paper and a pen for note-taking
• Pack some snacks to keep your energy up
• You may also bring your lunch

Happy Review Day! Let’s turn those challenges into points. See you there!

08/02/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | 𝗨𝗘𝗣 𝗖𝗦𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗧𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣 𝗗𝗔𝗬 4

Day 4 of the CSE Review Bootcamp zeroed in on Numerical Ability I, sharpening the reviewees’ skills in arithmetic, word problems, ratio and proportion, and interest. Through guided discussions and problem-solving exercises, participants strengthened their foundation in key concepts essential for the Civil Service Examination.

We extend our sincere gratitude to our lecturers, Sir Stephen Esber and Ma’am Bea Ellaine Pedamato, for their clear explanations, patience, and dedication in making complex topics more approachable and engaging. Their expertise and commitment greatly contributed to another productive day of learning for our reviewees. 💡

07/02/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | 𝗨𝗘𝗣 𝗖𝗦𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗧𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣 𝗗𝗔𝗬 3

Day three of the CSE Review Bootcamp successfully concluded the verbal ability sessions with a focus on reading comprehension and paragraph organization.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our language lecturers Dr. Kristine Mae Destura, Mr. Jan Nino Acebuche, and Mr. Mark P. Bonabon for generously sharing their expertise and guiding our reviewees toward stronger language proficiency.

With five days still ahead, that’s five more steps closer to eligibility. Keep pushing forward, reviewees—you’re getting there! 💪✨

04/09/2021

29/07/2021

SR BALLICUD REQUESTS BOR TO HOLD MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR STUDENT’S DEATH

In a letter sent to UEP Board of Regents Chair and CHED Commissioner Aldrin Darilag yesterday, Student Regent Seary Anne Ballicud requested the BOR to hold in its meeting today a moment of silence for the student who committed su***de few days ago.

“The dreams and hopes not only of one student but his whole family have now become impossible. I implore the university and this Board to not waste another valuable hope and dream of the society and a better Philippines,” SR Ballicud said. “Let us address the pressing issues that concern our students, the largest stakeholder of the university. Now.”

In the same letter, SR Ballicud further said that the “unstable internet connectivity highlights the weak IT infrastructure that the University Student Council through its resolutions pointed out as a reason for the postponement of the opening of classes and a very important factor for the adaptation of blended learning in the university.”

12/07/2021