Medicine Week is a national celebration as mandated by law (Presidential Proclamation No. 439 of 1957).
This is an annual event designated to be celebrated every 4 th week of September with the purpose of developing consciousness among our people of the value of scientific medical practices. Its observance is under the authority of the Philippine Medical Association.
The College of Medicine patterns its week-long activities according to the theme set by the PMA each year. Active partnership between the College and the Ilocos Sur Medical Society ensures the dynamic participation of the faculty and the medical students in sponsoring numerous activities.
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The culmination of the Medicine Week is the Dr. Antonio R. Lahoz Memorial Scientific Forum, where speakers from different specialty fields in medicine honor the legacy of Dr. Antonio R. Lahoz as founder of the UNP-College of Medicine by delivering medical updates and breakthroughs.
The University of Northern Philippines (UNP), headed by University President Dr. Erwin Cadorna, joined universities and leaders from different parts of the world in the
The University of Northern Philippines conducted the “Productivity Enhancement for the Non-Teaching Personnel through Employee Wellness cum Team Building” program on June 25, 2026 at
The University of Northern Philippines (UNP), through the Center for Gender and Development (CGAD), partnered with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Santo Domingo, Ilocos
The University of Northern Philippines, through the Information and Communications Technology Office (ICTO) and the University Registrar’s Office, trained college encoders on class scheduling and
The University of Northern Philippines has secured a place in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2026, joining universities worldwide recognized for their contributions
A faculty member of the University of Northern Philippines College of Fine Arts and Design secured First Prize in the 21st GSIS National Art Competition,
Reinforcing its commitment to employment development and stakeholder collaboration, the University of Northern Philippines joined the Department of Labor and Employment–Regional Office I (DOLE-RO1) Ilocos
Demonstrating its commitment to community safety, disaster preparedness, and public service, the University of Northern Philippines, through its University Extension Office–Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
In a significant step toward advancing employee welfare and fostering stronger institutional collaboration, representatives of the All U.P. Workers Union (AUPWU) paid a visit to
The University of Northern Philippines formally welcomed the accreditation team from the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP) for the
Our college has a diverse and accomplished faculty with extensive expertise in medicine. They are passionate educators dedicated to helping students develop practical knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary for success. With our expert faculty, students can be assured of receiving quality education that prepares them to succeed in real-world endeavors.
The College of Medicine has an active student organization, the Future Physicians’ Circle (FPC). The organization helps the faculty and staff in assisting the Medical Students especially during enrollment, extension programs of the College.
