UP Halcyon

23/04/2026

UP Halcyon extends its warmest congratulations to 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗲 𝗗𝗲 𝗝𝗲𝘀𝘂𝘀 of 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗤𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗶 for her success in the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗨𝗣 𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗔𝗽𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗟𝗔𝗘).

As you transition into the study of jurisprudence, may you remain steadfast in your dedication to 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 and 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 and remain committed to the Filipino people.

Your UP Halcyon family celebrates your hard work. We look forward to the growth and impact you will make as you continue to soar high and blaze more trails. Forever we shall be! 🩷🩵

Publicity material by Jayvee Bacale
Caption by Zybel Ann Olmida

15/04/2026

𝗥𝗲-𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝘁. 𝗢𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗱𝘀! 🏛️

Still stunned over the hypnotizing performance of your demigods? Fear not! Medusa’s gaze hasn’t lifted just yet! Her lair welcomes you back to witness the final embers of 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

The arena awakened as 𝗦𝗖𝗨𝗔𝗔 representatives 𝗥𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗹 𝗟𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻 and 𝗭𝘆𝗿𝗮𝗵 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘀 set the stage ablaze, summoning elegance, power, and divine artistry. Five demigods rose to the challenge, but only one emerged victorious.

With commanding grace, 𝗞𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀’ 𝗡𝗶𝗸𝗶𝘁𝗮 𝗙𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗮 and 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝘂𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗮 seized the championship over 𝗕𝗶𝗱𝗵𝗮𝘆𝗮’𝘀 𝗩𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘆𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗮 and 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘀 who emerged as the first runners-up. As the thunderous cheers echoed through Olympus, the People’s Choice Award was bestowed upon 𝗕𝗮𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶’𝘀 𝗝𝘂𝗯𝗶𝗲𝗺𝘆𝗿 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗼 and 𝗚𝗼𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼𝘆. Alongside these dancesport royalties were 𝗙𝗮𝗨𝗣’𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝗱𝗲𝗿 and 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗹𝘇𝗮, and 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗿𝗶’𝘀 𝗥𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗰 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘀 and 𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗮𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘀.

The competition was presided over by an esteemed panel of judges, 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗮, 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗗𝘂𝗺𝗮𝘀, and 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻, whose expertise and keen eye for rhythm and precision helped in determining the most powerful and outstanding demigods, rivaling even Medusa’s petrifying gaze.

As the night came to an end, the stage lit up once more with a special performance from judges 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗮 and 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗗𝘂𝗺𝗮𝘀, leaving the audience mesmerized and closing the event on a truly unforgettable note.

The next era of 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 awaits. See you next year!⚡️

Photos by Charlene De Jesus, Yuri Pamposa, Francine Cruz, and Yllannie Pedrosa
Template by Francine Cruz and Kate Francisco
Caption by Allyssa Larayos

04/04/2026

01/04/2026

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗯𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗱 🚆

After different journeys, 35 passionate individuals have come together, ready to soar high and blaze new trails. Each of them embraced their unique paths and carried their hopes forward, and now they stand with courage, right where their journey leads them.

UP Halcyon proudly welcomes these trailblazers, who will embark on new adventures guided by the core values of 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽, 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲, and 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲. Together, they will make a meaningful impact on the community and inspire those around them through their unique strengths, talents, and determination.

𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦, 𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗬𝗔! May you always find strength in one another, lift each other up in moments of doubt, and keep moving forward not just for yourselves, but for the people and communities you serve.

Welcome to UP Halcyon, Batch U! Forever we shall be. 🩷🩵




Publicity Material by Edrian Estoya
Caption by Tiffany Grace

30/03/2026

𝗜𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗱. 🎗️

UP Halcyon proudly presents 𝗛𝗲𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿: 𝗔 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵 on 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟯𝟬, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, at the 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶-𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝗠𝗣𝗕), 𝗨𝗣 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲. HeArt Fair is a heartfelt gathering that brings together art, performance, and community in one meaningful space, united by a shared purpose of making a difference.

More than just an event, 𝗛𝗲𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 is a celebration of courage, hope, and compassion, dedicated to supporting the resilient 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗱𝗼𝗺 (𝗞_𝗼𝗞!), a nonprofit organization in Tacloban City providing hope for young cancer patients and survivors.

Witness a series of 𝗆𝖾𝖺𝗇𝗂𝗇𝗀𝖿𝗎𝗅 𝗉𝖾𝗋𝖿𝗈𝗋𝗆𝖺𝗇𝖼𝖾𝗌 and explore a variety of interactive booths, including 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘁𝗵, 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘁𝘀, and 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹. All proceeds generated from this event will be donated directly to the children of K_oK! to support them in their journey toward healing.

As we move forward, may this initiative serve as a reminder of the power of art to spark hope and catalyze change. Your presence and generosity pave a path toward a brighter future for them. See you there! ✨





Publicity Material by Erica Carba and Alyanna Diola
Caption by Rachelle Alvarez and Kurt Nical

21/03/2026

𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝘂𝘀𝗮’𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝗶𝗿, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁𝘀! 🪩

From the shadows of myth to the center of the spotlight, a serpentine force rises for 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. Prepare to be enthralled by this year's 𝗨𝗣 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, witnessing performances where mystery, precision, and power intertwine, and every move holds the power to captivate.

Cast your vote and stand with your demigods as they vie for the coveted 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲’𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱. Reactions will only be counted until 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟱, 𝟱:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠.

Mark your calendars and witness this mesmerizing spectacle on 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟱, 𝟲:𝟯𝟬 𝗣𝗠 at the 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴.

One glance. One performance. Will you dare to meet Medusa’s gaze? 🐍

Photos by Leonerie Laurente, Edrian Estoya, Danielle Ricote, Yuri Pamposa, Francine Cruz, and Kate Francisco
Post-processing by Edrian Estoya
Caption by Ernest Tolibas

21/03/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀! 🪩

UP Halcyon proudly presents 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. Step into a night where every beat tells a tale of gods and glory, and every movement echoes the power of the gods.

From the depths of the sea to the heights of Olympus, watch as dancers channel their inner demigods, blending grace, strength, and precision on the dance floor. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor, a brave first-timer, or a dance enthusiast, this is your chance to witness legends in the making.

Harness your energy, move with purpose, and let your story unfold with every step. In this arena, only the bold will leave their mark.

Join us at the 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝗠𝗕𝗣) on 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 at 𝟲:𝟯𝟬 𝗣𝗠.

The music awaits. The gods are watching. Do you have what it takes to conquer the dance floor of Olympus? 🏛️

Publicity Material by Francine Cruz
Caption by Ernest Tolibas

21/03/2026

As another chapter of brilliance and boldness unfolds, 𝗔𝗹𝗽𝗵𝗮 𝗣𝗵𝗶 𝗢𝗺𝗲𝗴𝗮 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗮 𝗭𝗲𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 brings forth 𝑴𝒓. 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝒔. 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔𝒇𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 — where intellect meets strength, and purpose takes center stage.

Anchored on the theme, “𝑰𝒔𝒌𝒐𝒍𝒂𝒓 𝒌𝒂𝒑𝒊𝒕-𝒃𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒈 𝒏𝒂 𝒕𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒌𝒊𝒏. 𝑳𝒊𝒑𝒖𝒏𝒂𝒏 𝒂𝒚 𝒑𝒂𝒈-𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒏 𝒂𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒉𝒂𝒎𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒚 𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒂𝒔𝒊𝒏.”, this year’s stage becomes a ground for Iskolars to rise as thinkers and doers—united in understanding society and taking daring steps toward solving its most pressing challenges.

More than a pageant, this is a movement of purpose. A space where voices are amplified, advocacies are lived, and true excellence is defined by one’s commitment to the people.
As cabins unite and destinies unfold, who will rise to claim the titles of 𝑴𝒓. 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝒔. 𝑺𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔𝒇𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 and carry forward the call to lead, serve, and transform?

Behold the rise of the gods, where sharp wits and divine elegance collide— this 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟔, at the 𝐀𝐒 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬, 𝐔𝐏 𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞.

𝐂𝐨-𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲:
APO Theta Zeta Alumni Association
AudioTech Lights and Sounds
Better Me Behavioral Health & Wellness Center
Dominant Films
Everyoung Pilates & Yoga Studio
J&J Rent a Car
Litrato Ni Maestro
Ponferrada Polymedic Hospital Incorporated
RK Events Styling & Coordination

𝐈𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡:
Brows and Beyond Beauty Lounge
King Bugchi
Step UP

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐨:
APO Alpha Omicron Alumni Association
Dettie Panis Salon and Spa
Elsa's Flower Shop
J.C.E. Home
Kendi Beauty Lounge & Wellness - Tacloban
MK KOPI

𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬:
Dezaens Flowers and Decoration
FlowerWorks by Ysabella
D’ Flowers Yard Tacloban
Kreative Krafts

𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬:
UP Halcyon
UPTC Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants
UPTC Psych Circle

𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬
UP Ideopraxist
UP Poetika
UPTC Biological Society
JJC Tacloban Sinirangan