About UPJC
History
The UP Journalism Club (UPJC) is an academic organization based at the College of Mass Communication in the University of the Philippines Diliman. It was founded in 1954 and has since produced a roster of competent individuals in the field of mass communication.
Noted alumni include Center for Media Freedom and Responsibility Executive Director Luis Teodoro. Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism Executive Director, Malou Mangahas, former Philippine Journalism Review (PJR) editor-in-chief Chit Estella and Philippine Daily Inquirer news editor Artemio “Jun” Engracia, Jr., among others.
UPJC’s lineup of activities aim to continue promoting media awareness among aspiring media practitioners and uphold the organization’s tradition of critical thought and action. These include holding symposia, Alternative Classroom Learning Experiences (ACLE), Campus Journalism Workshops and releasing editions of its official publications “Beyond,” “Krisis” and the literary folio “Journeys,” which feature the works of resident members.
View the current roster of members here.