In 2010, the UP College of Engineering marked its centennial anniversary. To celebrate this milestone, UPAE collaborated with the College to host a series of events throughout the year, culminating in the recognition of the 100 Outstanding Alumni Engineers. Among these distinguished honorees, 24 were proud Betans.
Brigido R. Valencia was a man whose career spanned the spectrum from military service to business and public leadership. As a commissioned officer in the Corps of Engineers in the Philippine Army before and during World War II, he laid the foundation for a life marked by service, resilience, and success. Following the war, Valencia…
Jesus C. Perlas, Sr., a distinguished son of Sta. Barbara, Iloilo, exemplified the virtues of dedication and excellence throughout his life. After completing his early education in the public schools of Sta. Barbara, he enrolled in the University of the Philippines College of Engineering in 1930, where he became a scholar and demonstrated exceptional academic…
Alejandro Melchor stands as a towering figure in the history of both the Philippines and the University of the Philippines. A man of exceptional intellect and dedication, Melchor served as the Secretary of National Defense in 1935, a vital member of President Manuel Quezon’s cabinet in exile during World War II, and a military advisor…
