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.
The University of Northern Philippines produced 20 new Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) through its Bachelor of Science in Accountancy program in the October 2026 CPA
Expanding its international academic partnerships, the University of Northern Philippines deployed two College of Teacher Education (CTE) faculty members as Visiting Lecturers at partner universities
The University of Northern Philippines and the Philippine Normal University (PNU) have strengthened their commitment to academic excellence and institutional collaboration through a faculty collaboration
Strengthening its commitment to continuous professional development and academic excellence, the University of Northern Philippines conducted the General Faculty Enhancement Seminar 2026 on November 4
Reinforcing its commitment to human rights education, inclusive community development, and the preservation of Indigenous cultural heritage, the University of Northern Philippines, in partnership with
Strengthening its drive for environmental sustainability and responsible campus management, the University of Northern Philippines, through its Environmental Management Office, conducted a four-day seminar on
The University of Northern Philippines (UNP) honored its successful examinees in the recent licensure examinations for Psychometricians and Guidance Counselors through a Joint Testimonial Program
Strengthening clinical education and expanding opportunities for future physicians to gain hands-on hospital experience, the University of Northern Philippines forged separate Memoranda of Agreement (MOAs)
Recognizing excellence and dedicated service in the nursing profession, the University of Northern Philippines College of Nursing Alumni Association conferred the Tanglaw Awards on
Faculty members of the Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA) program of the College of Business Administration and Accountancy of the University of Northern Philippines
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.
