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.
SIGNIFICANCE IN THE CULTURE OF THE COLLEGE:
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.
Earning two major distinctions from the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) Region I, the University of Northern Philippines strengthened its standing as a champion of cooperative
Advancing digital transformation and pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence in higher education, the University of Northern Philippines, in partnership with Central Luzon State University
Strengthening community awareness and promoting safer environments for women, youth, and students, the College of Open and Distance Education (CODE) of the University of Northern
The University of Northern Philippines Intramural Games and Culture and Arts Festival 2026 held on October 19 to 25 concluded with a strong showing from
Showcasing its research expertise and contributing to discussions on public administration, faculty members of the University of Northern Philippines presented their research papers at the
The Cooperative Management Student Organization (CMSO) of the University of Northern Philippines, together with selected Bachelor of Science in Cooperative Management (BSCM) students and core
Advancing technology education and strengthening industry linkages, the University of Northern Philippines, through its College of Technology (CTech), participated in the 14th Philippine Electric Vehicle
Student journalists of the University of Northern Philippines secured multiple awards at the 17th National Campus Media Conference held on October 22–24, 2026, at Crown
Advancing technical education in emerging automotive technologies, the University of Northern Philippines, through its College of Technology (CTech), welcomed representatives of China’s Beifang Automotive Education
Promoting a more inclusive, respectful, and gender-responsive learning environment, the University Extension Office (UEO) conducted EMPOWERED: Capacity building on gender-fair education for teaching and non-teaching
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.
