16/10/2026
𝐓𝐔𝐏 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
The Technological University of the Philippines (TUP) participated in the South Manila Educational Consortium (SMEC) General Assembly held on September 23, 2026, at The Bayleaf Intramuros, Manila, reaffirming its commitment to inter-institutional collaboration and the advancement of quality higher education.
The gathering brought together representatives of SMEC’s 15 member institutions—Adamson University, De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde, De La Salle University, Emilio Aguinaldo College, Lyceum of the Philippines University, Mapúa University, Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila, Philippine Christian University, Philippine Normal University, Philippine Women’s University, Santa Isabel College Manila, St. Paul University Manila, St. Scholastica’s College Manila, Technological University of the Philippines, and University of the Philippines Manila—to strengthen academic partnerships, promote resource sharing, and advance collaborative initiatives in education, research, and community engagement.
The program commenced with opening ceremonies, followed by the introduction of representatives from member institutions and welcome remarks delivered by Atty. Roberto P. Laurel, SMEC President for 2026–2027.
The assembly also featured committee presentations highlighting the consortium's priority areas, ongoing initiatives, and opportunities for cooperation among participating higher education institutions.
For the 2026–2027 term, TUP designated its representatives to the SMEC Board of Trustees and various committees, namely: Liaison, Curriculum and Instruction, Registrar, Library, Student Affairs, Cultural Affairs, Research and Publication, Ethics, Community Extension, Academe-Industry Council, Information and Technology, and Social Mobilization. The University likewise designated an Executive Assistant from the Office of the President to facilitate coordination and represent TUP President Engr. Reynaldo P. Ramos, Ph.D., in the consortium.
Through its active participation in SMEC, TUP continues to strengthen its institutional linkages and contribute to collaborative programs that support academic excellence, innovation, and sustainable educational development.
The assembly concluded with a fellowship lunch, providing participating institutions an opportunity to further strengthen professional relationships and explore future collaborative undertakings.
Written By: ANGELICA B. HARRIS