Institute of Islamic Studies - University of the Philippines, Diliman

24/08/2026

On August 24, 2026, the UP Institute of Islamic Studies (UP IIS) welcomed its new, returning, and continuing students of the Master of Arts in Islamic Studies (MAIS) during a hyflex orientation, which allowed both onsite and online participation, for the First Semester of Academic Year 2026–2027.

Prof. Julkipli M. Wadi, Dean of UP IIS, opened the program with student-centered ideas and insights relevant to the participants. Asst. Prof. Darwin J. Absari, College Secretary of UP IIS, together with the Institute’s staff, provided the students with essential information on academic policies, guidelines, services, reminders, and other important matters to support them throughout their MAIS journey.

In his welcome remarks, Prof. Wadi emphasized that studying at the University of the Philippines Diliman goes beyond the four corners of the classroom. Asst. Prof. Absari likened the Institute to “a big room in a big house (the University),” where students can explore and engage in both curricular and non-curricular activities. Through these experiences, students will not only develop intellectually but also become more culturally aware, socially responsible, and empathetic individuals. This reflects the UP IIS mantra: “To be the premier national institution of learning in Islamic studies that promotes excellence, honor, and service.”

✍: Kamaruddin Mohammad
📸: Marlon Pervera

19/08/2026

📢 JOIN THE IIS RESEARCH, PUBLICATION, AND EXTENSION DIVISION!

The Institute of Islamic Studies is looking for one (1) Senior Project Assistant to join our team.

Interested applicants may submit their Curriculum Vitae, Transcript of Records or True Copy of Grades, and Letter of Intent to [email protected] on or before August 24, 2026.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to take an examination and participate in an interview.

For more details, please refer to the social card.

13/08/2026

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR ASPIRING SHARI’AH COUNSELORS

The Philippine Judicial Academy (PhilJA), in partnership with 2027 Special Shari’ah Bar Examinations Chairperson Supreme Court Associate Justice Jose Midas P. Marquez, and in cooperation with the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF), is now accepting applications for the 2026 Shari’ah Training Seminar (STS).

Please refer to the post below for the documentary requirements and other important information.

After completing the STS, candidates may further strengthen their preparation through the UP IIS–RAISS Online Shari’ah Review.

The online review is designed to help examinees deepen their understanding of key Shari’ah subjects and enhance their preparation for the Shari’ah Special Bar Examinations.

UP IIS–RAISS Online Shari’ah Review applications open every December, with review sessions beginning in January of the following year.

𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄: 𝐁𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐔 𝐎𝐅 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐋𝐈𝐌 𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐅𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐒

𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓!!

𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐒 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐈’𝐀𝐇 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐑 (𝐒𝐓𝐒)

The 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐲 (𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐉𝐀), in partnership with the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢’𝐚𝐡 𝐁𝐚𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧, 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐬 𝐏. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐳, and in cooperation with the 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐥𝐢𝐦 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐬 (𝐍𝐂𝐌𝐅),𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢’𝐚𝐡 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 (𝐒𝐓𝐒).

Applicants are advised to prepare the following documentary requirements, which 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐩𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. Please ensure that all required documents are complete and properly uploaded. 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝.

1.) Transcript of Records
2.) Diploma
3.) PSA Birth Certificate
4.) PSA Marriage Contract, for a married female applicant
5.) PSA Certificate of Conversion to Islam, if applicable
6.) 2 pcs. ID Pictures (2 x 2 size)
7.) Authority to participate, or Official Time for currently employed applicant
8.) 𝐃𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦 (𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞). 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MKbhFwzakfoAXTFGheks6S__Ynmc97cE/view?usp=sharing

𝙉𝙊𝙏𝙀: 𝙋𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙙𝙤𝙘𝙪𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙖 𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙚 𝙋𝘿𝙁 𝙛𝙞𝙡𝙚. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙥𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙙𝙤𝙘𝙪𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙗𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙉𝘾𝙈𝙁 𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙉𝘾𝙈𝙁 𝘾𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙊𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚 - 𝘽𝙪𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙪 𝙤𝙛 𝙈𝙪𝙨𝙡𝙞𝙢 𝘾𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝘼𝙛𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙨.

𝐎𝐍𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊: https://forms.gle/Rh2DhPTRTgk8EqnT8

04/08/2026

From June 2 to 5, 2026, Prof. Julkipli M. Wadi, Dean of the UP Institute of Islamic Studies (UP IIS), served as a keynote speaker at the 5th International Conference on Transdisciplinary Religious Studies (ICONTREES) and as a guest lecturer in a series of academic lectures organized by Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Professor Kiai Haji Saifuddin Zuhri (UIN SAIZU) in Purwokerto, Central Java, Indonesia.

At ICONTREES, Prof. Wadi delivered the keynote lecture, "Sharia in the Contemporary Era," in which he examined the evolving role of Islamic law in responding to contemporary global developments and contributed to the conference's transdisciplinary discourse on religion and society.

On June 3, 2026, alongside the conference, the University of the Philippines and UIN SAIZU conducted the initial signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking the beginning of a five-year academic partnership between the two institutions. The agreement reflects the shared commitment to strengthening international academic cooperation and advancing excellence in education, research, and professional exchange.

Read more: https://iis.upd.edu.ph/2026/06/08/prof-julkipli-m-wadi-serves-as-keynote-speaker-at-uin-saizu-international-conference-formalizes-five-year-academic-partnership/

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Photo credits: UIN SAIZU

31/07/2026

Prof. Julkipli M. Wadi, Dean of the University of the Philippines Institute of Islamic Studies (UP IIS), participated in the Network for Centers for Christian-Muslim Relations (NCCMR) Annual Symposium held in Cairo, Egypt, on July 6 and 7, 2026. He also serves as a member of the NCCMR Steering Committee, contributing to the network's efforts to strengthen collaboration among institutions engaged in Christian-Muslim relations.

The symposium brought together distinguished scholars, religious leaders, and practitioners for keynote addresses, panel sessions, and regional dialogues. Discussions explored the historical and contemporary dimensions of Christian-Muslim relations, peacebuilding initiatives, interfaith and intrafaith cooperation, and emerging opportunities and challenges for Christian-Muslim engagement across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East (NCCMR, 2026).

Read more: https://iis.upd.edu.ph/2026/07/10/prof-julkipli-m-wadi-participates-in-nccmr-annual-symposium-in-cairo-egypt/

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Photo credits: NCCMR.

28/07/2026

CALL FOR STUDENT AND GRADUATE ASSISTANTS

The UP Institute of Islamic Studies is looking for Student Assistants / Graduate Assistants for the First Semester of AY 2026-2027.

This opportunity is open to those who are reliable, highly-organized, and interested in academic researching tasks. If you enjoy working in a collaborative space and want to contribute to the institute’s initiatives, we’d love to hear from you!

Interested students may apply using this link: https://forms.gle/3iyHDGwuGaePcatSA or scan the QR code found in the poster.

The form is open until: August 14, 2026 (Friday), at 5:00 PM.
Requirements: Send us your CV, a copy of your recent grades, and your latest Form 5.

For inquiries, you may email the IIS Research, Publication, and Extension Division at [email protected]. Feel free to share this post or tag someone who might be interested. Apply now!

24/07/2026

IN PHOTOS | Commemorating 80 Years of Egypt–Philippines Diplomatic Relations

The University of the Philippines, through the UP Institute of Islamic Studies (UP IIS) and the Center for International Studies (CIS), in collaboration with the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, commemorated the 80th Anniversary of Egypt–Philippines Diplomatic Relations and Egypt National Day through the public lecture “Bridging the Middle East and the Pacific: Egypt’s Foreign Policy and Eight Decades of Partnership with the Philippines,” held on 23 July 2026 at the Atencio-Libunao Hall, College of Law, University of the Philippines Diliman.

The lecture was delivered by His Excellency Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt. In his address, he underscored the importance of strengthening cooperation between neighboring regions, particularly the Middle East and Southeast Asia, not only in the political sphere but also in areas involving the youth, the clean economy, people-centered development, and hospitality and cultural exchange. He emphasized that Egypt and the Philippines share a common responsibility as nations committed to peacebuilding and must continue working hand in hand to promote peace, stability, and mutual understanding both within their respective regions and across the world.

Prof. Wadi, Dean of the UP Institute of Islamic Studies, highlighted the enduring 80-year relationship between Egypt and the Philippines and noted that this partnership has also been reflected in the more than five decades of the UP IIS as an academic unit within the UP System. He cited UP’s long-standing engagements with several Egyptian universities, particularly collaborations with various Egyptian institutions and ministries. Echoing Dr. Abdelatty’s message on peace, Dean Wadi reaffirmed UP’s commitment to peace, justice, and human dignity, including its efforts to provide academic spaces for dialogue and critical engagement on pressing global issues, such as the genocide in Gaza, Palestine.

The diplomatic event was also graced by H.E. Ambassador Nader Zaki of the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the Philippines; H.E. Ambassador Meshari Yousef Alnibari of the Embassy of the State of Kuwait to the Philippines; Professor Emeritus Caesar Saloma, UP Executive Vice President; Dr. Joel Joseph Marciano Jr., UP Vice President for Research and Innovation; Dr. Ian Kendrich C. Fontanilla, UP Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs; Dr. Amparo Adelina C. Umali, faculty member of the UP Center for International Studies; Dr. Dave Centeno, UP Assistant Vice President for Research and Innovation (Convergence and Translation); Ms. Annie Andanar of the Office of the Former President; UP administrators; Muslim leaders from various organizations and government agencies; representatives of interfaith organizations; and other partners and stakeholders of the UP Institute of Islamic Studies.

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✍: Camz Bello
📸: Marlon Pervera

20/07/2026

18/07/2026

Celebrating 80 Years of Egypt–Philippines Diplomatic Relations

Join us as we commemorate the 80th Anniversary of Egypt–Philippines Diplomatic Relations and Egypt National Day through a public lecture celebrating eight decades of enduring friendship, cooperation, and shared aspirations between Egypt and the Philippines.

Hosted by the University of the Philippines Office of the President, in collaboration with the Institute of Islamic Studies and the Center for International Studies, the lecture is entitled: "Bridging the Middle East and the Pacific: Egypt’s Foreign Policy and Eight Decades of Partnership with the Philippines."

We are privileged to welcome His Excellency Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt, as our distinguished resource speaker.

Date: 23 July 2026 (Thursday)
Time: 6:00 PM
Venue: Atencio-Libunao Hall, College of Law, University of the Philippines Diliman

The event is open to UP students, faculty, staff, and other invitees.

To confirm your attendance, please RSVP via
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScSfNYedVyWD_QaM0QxxbJE6t9aCZk35uQkgEEBaxzJ2mLOvw/viewform

We look forward to celebrating this historic occasion with you.

Celebrating 80 Years of Egypt–Philippines Diplomatic Relations

Join us as we commemorate the 80th Anniversary of Egypt–Philippines Diplomatic Relations and Egypt National Day through a public lecture celebrating eight decades of enduring friendship, cooperation, and shared aspirations between Egypt and the Philippines.

Hosted by the University of the Philippines Office of the President, in collaboration with the Institute of Islamic Studies and the Center for International Studies, the lecture is entitled: "Bridging the Middle East and the Pacific: Egypt’s Foreign Policy and Eight Decades of Partnership with the Philippines."

We are privileged to welcome His Excellency Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt, as our distinguished resource speaker.

📅 23 July 2026 (Thursday)
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Atencio-Libunao Hall, College of Law, University of the Philippines Diliman

The event is open to UP students, faculty, staff, and other invitees.

To confirm your attendance, please RSVP via

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScSfNYedVyWD_QaM0QxxbJE6t9aCZk35uQkgEEBaxzJ2mLOvw/viewform?usp=dialog

We look forward to celebrating this historic occasion with you.

15/07/2026

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝! 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐏 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 (𝐌𝐀𝐈𝐒) 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

Pursue a UP graduate degree while completing the four core Shari'ah subjects required to qualify for the Shari'ah Special Bar Examinations, along with many other program benefits.

For inquiries, send us a direct message, email us at [email protected], or call (02) 8981-8500 local 3582–3583.