The University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) Office of Student Affairs (OSA), in a joint initiative with the University of the Philippines Alumni Association (UPAA) Iloilo Chapter and in collaboration with the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) Iloilo City and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Iloilo, held the 2026 Job Fair on May 29, 2026, at the Little Theater, UPV Iloilo City campus. The theme of the event is “Iskompass: Navigating Roots and Routes towards Empowered Career Pathways.”
Present during the opening of the job fair were UPV Chancellor Clement Camposano, OSA Director Nathaniel Samson, UPAA Iloilo Chapter President Arlene Sison, and PESO Head Gab Umadhay represented by Ms. Eurose Cara Jewel M. Tiaño Career Engagements & Business Partnership Focal, PESO.
Over 20 partner companies gathered for on-site recruitment, interviews, and employment assistance. The activity provided a valuable opportunity for graduating students and alumni to explore career opportunities and build professional connections.
Career navigation talks were also featured during the job fair, including “Power Dressing and Acing Interviews” by Ms. Irene Lamis-Caumban, Senior Human Resource Manager of SM Supermalls–Iloilo City, and “Crafting Your Résumé and Social Media Engagement” by Asst. Prof. Gerthrode Charlotte Tan-Mabilog, Director of the UPV Information and Publications Office.
Through this activity, graduating students and alumni gained practical insights and tips for professional growth and employment readiness.
Written by Mary Arvic Dolendo, IPO
Photos by Alven Polido, IPO
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