UPMK

UPMK Alumni Association Board Meeting

Last night, the University of the Philippines Maradjaw Karadjaw Alumni Association, Inc. (UPMKAAI) met at Dome, Shangri-Law Mall.

Over pots of tea, we discussed the following:

1. Status of link with the National Federation of Surigaonon Associations- Intercon
-We decided to remain in observer status. We may formally join if re-structuring will assure a functional and genuine federation of Surigaonon associations.

2. Surigaonon Pyesta sa Metro Manila
-NAFSAI Intercon will hold pre-fiesta celebration in Metro Manila.
It intends to bring the Surigaonon Bonok-bonok festival in the metropolis.
-NAFSAI Intercon Board appointed UPMKAAI prexy Charlo Paredes to be vice chairman
of the Fiesta Celebration Committee. Reason of the appointment is to
ensure that the celebration will showcase Surigaonon heritage.
-As this is a way to promote Surigaonon heritage, we unanimously decided to accept the
appointment. UPMK Resident Association Prexy Paul Aranas offered to take care of the
"Duwa Surigaonon" (Surigaonon children's games). UPMKAA will take charge of the
"Balak" "Kanta" and Surigaonon Quiz show.

3. Voters' Education for 2007 Polls
-UPMKAAI will launch voters' education thru multi-media approach.
-A catchy Surigaonon slogan is to be composed. UPMK members
are invited to join.