Text by Jennifer Manongdo

Photo by Joseph Bautista

Members of the University of the Philippines College of Medicine alumni gathered for the kick-off ceremony of the 2025 UPCM Grand Alumni Homecoming on Jan. 15, 2025, at the Museum of a History of Ideas. The event allowed old friends and faculty members to reconnect, celebrate their milestones, and foster camaraderie among various alumni generations. 

It was a moment of reminiscing and reconnecting with old friends as various generations of the University of the Philippines College of Medicine (UPCM) filled the hall of the Museum of a History of Ideas for the launch of the 2025 UPCM Grand Alumni Homecoming on Jan. 15, 2025, at the Museum of a History of Ideas. 

Organized by UPCM, the UP Medical Alumni Society (UPMAS), and the UPCM Silver Jubilarians Class of 2000 “Team Itim,” the launch saw former classmates and friends swapping tales of milestones and important life events in between raffle draws, video presentations, and heartfelt speeches. 

College of Medicine Dean Charlotte M. Chiong congratulated the attendees and inspired them to support the college by sponsoring its scholarship programs and projects, especially as it celebrates its 120th anniversary.

Philippine General Hospital (PGH) Director Gerardo Legaspi reminded the attendees to maintain camaraderie and to support fellow alumni in notable endeavors. UPMAS President Dr. Krisinda D. Jamora acknowledged the contributions of the alumni in sharing their expertise to improve health outcomes of the nation.  

Meanwhile, Chancellor Michael Tee encouraged the physicians to continue providing quality services to Filipinos with the help of fellow alumni and the institution. 

 Themed “DOS MILenyong Pagtanaw; DOS MILyong Pasasalamat,” the homecoming ball is slated on December following a series of related events: a homecoming parade, golf tournaments, and a scientific symposium.#