An invitation to the PUPAA-USA Gala
Come and join us for an afternoon of superb food, music, and dancing on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Quiet Cannon, Crystal Ballroom 1, located at 77 Bella Verde Drive, Montebello, CA 90640.
The admission ticket for this formal gala is $80 per person.
Our theme, “Give Back and Move Forward to a New Beginning,” aims to support economically disadvantaged yet academically outstanding students of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines.
The event will also feature the Induction of New Members of PUPAA-USA and the Installation of the following 2026–2028 Board of Directors and Officers:
Chairman of the Board of Directors -Violeta Cristobal
Vice Chairman – Honeylette De Leon
President – Marissa Palanca
Executive Vice President – Beng Panado
Vice President, Finance/Treasurer – Gerry Fernando
Vice President, Planning & Goals – Jun Mapoy
Vice President, Membership – Airmee Sarmiento
Assistant Vice President, Membership-USA – Linda Paor
Assistant Vice President, Membership-Global – Vangie Codilla
Vice President, PRO – Edwin Dimaculangan
Vice President, Programs & Community Service -Marie Valleser
Secretary – Maria Maico
Auditor – Tonette Hall
Advisers: Dr. Henry Divina
Monette Santillan-Rivera
Come and celebrate the achievements of our alumni community as we welcome a new chapter of leadership and service. This special occasion will also offer an opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni, strengthen professional and personal networks, and support our alma mater’s mission of giving back.
To RSVP, please contact:
Linda Paor – (323) 705-7870
Aimee Sarmiento – (323) 450-6019
Marie Valleser – (213) 321-0797
Vangie Codilla – (818) 468-3386
Become a Member of PUPAA USA Today
Are you a graduate, former student, or faculty member of PCC/PUP?
We invite you to become a member of PUPAA USA, reconnect with fellow alumni, and take part in programs and initiatives that support and strengthen our community.
You are eligible to join PUPAA USA if any of the following applies to you:
- A PCC/PUP high school, college, or university graduate
- A former PCC/PUP student who attended for any period of time, even if you did not graduate or later transferred to another school
- A current or former PCC/PUP faculty member
We welcome individuals who share our commitment to fellowship, service, and giving back to our alma mater. Members are encouraged to actively participate in and support PUPAA USA’s programs, projects, and activities, helping strengthen our alumni community and advance its mission.
If you are interested in becoming a member of PUPAA USA, please contact any of the Membership Committee officers listed below.
- Aimee Sarmiento (Vice-President, Membership)
(323) 450-6019 or everest702004@yahoo.com
- Linda Paor (Assistant Vice President, Membership-USA)
(323) 705-7870 or erlindapaor@yahoo.com
- Vangie Codilla (Assistant Vice President, Membership-Global)
(818) 468-3386 or vangie.codilla@gmail.com
They will be happy to answer your questions and provide additional information about the membership process, benefits, and opportunities for involvement.
We encourage you to learn more about our organization and the many ways you can connect, contribute, and grow through membership. We look forward to welcoming you and having you become part of our vibrant and growing alumni network.
Join us as we strengthen our bonds as PUP alumni, support meaningful initiatives, and make a lasting impact on our communities and our alma mater.
