Official Varsitarian Organization of UPLB students from Quezon Province
UP Oroquieta
Who we are
UP Oroquieta serves as the official varsitarian organization of students from Quezon Province studying at the University of the Philippines - Los Baños (UPLB).
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The organization is comprised of talented and competent members coming from the different municipalities of the Quezon Province. Ideally, the organization promotes Quezon in UPLB, and promotes UPLB in Quezon.
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As of writing, the organization is managed by 40 resident members.
History of UP Oroquieta
Even during the early years of UPLB, there have been many Lucenahins (citizens of Lucena City) who have passed the prestigious UPCAT examinations. But it was only in 1996 when five ladies took the initiative to form an organization that will bond the Lucenahins whether inside or outside the campus. They realized the potential of having an organization when they noticed that almost half of the passengers of the bus from Lucena are all students of UPLB. There were no varsitarian organizations at that time for Lucenahins, so they made posters inviting all Lucenahins for a meeting and more than fifty students attended, all eager to form an organization.
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They brainstormed to form the constitution and settled on the name UP OROQUIETA. They chose the name “Oroquieta” (a former name of Lucena), for its unique sound yet distinct spirit. The organization was officially formed on August 25, 1996. It was the start of a momentous and rousing year for UP OROQUIETA. They accomplished a variety of activities that will serve as the springboard for future members to conform to.
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Years passed, the population of Lucenahins is continuously increasing, along with the rise in the number of students from Quezon Province as a whole. The organization saw the need to expand, and accommodate students from the different municipalities of Quezon. This led to the continuous improvement and excellence of the organization as it housed diverse students from all over the province.
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As of First Semester Academic Year 2020-2021, UP Oroquieta has 40 resident members. It has a total of 46 batches after its foundation.
What we do
SPEED
conducted in the university
SPEED is a bingo game and trivia quiz contest held annually in UPLB to serve as the organization’s promotional activity inside the campus.
Intellectuals' Quiz
conducted in the province
This is an annual academic event participated by high schools all over Quezon. Students compete in writing, speaking, and photography contests, as well as the quiz competition.
Kandili
conducted in the province
To give back to the community and contribute to environmental sustainability, members of UP Oroquieta conduct school visits, outreach programs, tree planting, donations, and other community activities in Quezon Province as part of its annual community service.
College Entrance Exam Review (CEER)
conducted in the province
This annual activity aims to provide help and assistance to all Senior High School Students (Grade 11 and 12) of Quezon Province who will take college entrance examinations, most especially the UPCAT.
Palaisipan
conducted in the university
This is the national level of Intellectuals' Quiz. Winners from Quezon compete with other provinces nationwide. These provinces are also constituents of other varsitarian organizations in the unviersity
AdLikha
conducted virtually
For the very first time, the organization will conduct an online zine competition to adapt with the physical restraints brought about by the pandemic.