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.
Grade 2 and Grade 3 pupils of the University of Northern Philippines–Laboratory Schools took center stage in promoting safety awareness as they participated in the
Four faculty members from the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) attended the Capacity-Building on Internationalizing the Teacher Education Curriculum program held on October 23, 2025, at the
In a dynamic showcase of artistry and cultural heritage, second-year Interior Design students from the College of Fine Arts and Design opened “HABI,” an art
The University of Northern Philippines, in partnership with the National Institute of Physics (NIP) of the University of the Philippines Diliman, jointly organized “Partners in
The Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (OVPAA) in cooperation with the Instruction and Faculty Development Office (IFDO), in partnership with Books Atbp.
The University of Northern Philippines, through its Office of Student Affairs and Services—specifically the Student Development Services Office and the Institutional Student Services Office —led
In celebration of Nursing Week 2025, the College of Nursing of the University of Northern Philippines (UNP), together with the Nursing Students Organization (NSO), spearheaded
Demonstrating its commitment to community service and public health, the College of Health Sciences (CHS) of the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) forged a partnership
The College of Teacher Education (CTE) of the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) took a proactive step toward community rehabilitation and empowerment through a rapid
The University of Northern Philippines (UNP) has achieved another milestone as its Master of Statistics (MOS) and Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN) programs successfully
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.
