UAPSA - ULS Chapter

𝕾𝖎𝖌𝖓𝖊𝖉, 𝖘𝖊𝖆𝖑𝖊𝖉, 𝖆𝖓𝖉 𝖋𝖎𝖓𝖆𝖑𝖑𝖞 𝖉𝖊𝖑𝖎𝖛𝖊𝖗𝖊𝖉.📦📐

We’re not just building structures; we’re building a community. Today marks the very first day of our 𝗔𝗨𝗥𝗢𝗥𝗔 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗸𝗶𝘁𝘀 distribution! Consider this your official "site inspection"—stop by, say hi, and claim your UAPSA ULS essentials.

𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘃𝗲? No problem! 🌊
There’s plenty of AURORA energy to go around. If you couldn't drop by today, stay tuned for our next announcement on when and where you can claim yours. Don't leave your kit hanging!

The "B+" Student Who Changed the World 🖋️🏛️
Ever feel like your studio projects are being misunderstood? Or that a "mediocre" grade defines your potential? Meet Maya Lin.

In 1981, as a 21-year-old undergraduate student at Yale, Maya submitted a class assignment for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial competition.

The Grade: Her professor gave her a B+.

The Plot Twist: She entered that same "B+" design into the national competition—and won, beating out over 1,400 entries (including her own professor!).

The Struggle Behind the Success
Winning was just the beginning. Maya faced a mountain of resistance:
❌ Critics called her design "unbuildable" and a "black trench of shame."
❌ She faced intense public backlash because of her age, gender, and heritage.
❌ She had to defend her vision before Congress before she even graduated.

The Legacy
Maya didn't back down. She believed in the power of her "simple" idea—a scar in the earth that healed through names. Today, her memorial is one of the most visited and emotionally powerful pieces of architecture in the world.

"To fly, we must have resistance." — Maya Lin

The takeaway for every architecture student/aspirant today: Don't let a grade, a harsh critique, or a "no" stop you. Your vision has power, and sometimes the "resistance" you're feeling right now is exactly what you need to take flight.

𝙋𝙊𝙑: 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙝𝙖𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮.

From blueprints to breakthroughs! 📐✨

Yesterday’s 𝑨𝒓𝒌𝒊𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒆: 𝑬𝒍𝒆𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝑩𝒆𝒚𝒐𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑫𝒓𝒂𝒘𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑩𝒐𝒂𝒓𝒅 was nothing short of legendary. We didn’t just fill the ULS AVR; we packed it to the rafters!

Between the insightful leadership takes and the constant waves of laughter, it’s safe to say we built something more than just a seminar—we built a community. Who knew talking about leadership could be this hilarious?

Huge thanks to our guest speakers 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐲𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐬 and 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐀𝐫𝐣𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐠, 𝐋𝐏𝐓 and the incredible crowd that made the venue feel way too small for all this talent!

Arise to the Challenge of Service 📈✨

Empowerment starts with a commitment to excellence. For this session of Arkirise: Elevating Leadership Beyond the Drawing Board, we are proud to introduce Hon. Norielyn M. Bucasas.

As a fourth-year Accountancy student at the University of La Salette, Inc., Norielyn proves that leadership and academic brilliance go hand-in-hand. Her journey as the SK Chairperson of Barangay Sinili—an award-winning council in Santiago City—highlights her dedication to youth development and community engagement.

From the halls of the College of Accountancy Student Council to the heart of her barangay, she continues to inspire us to lead with purpose and integrity.

Leading with Voice and Vision 🎙️🏛️

True leadership is about more than just a plan; it’s about the impact we leave behind. We are honored to feature Hon. Arjay Samuel Siminig, LPT for our Arkirise series.

A Cum Laude graduate, licensed teacher, and a renowned spoken word artist, Arjay’s leadership as the SK Chairperson of Barangay Buenavista and Vice President of the SK Federation of Santiago City has set a national standard. With a Platinum Seal Award in Youth Governance and recognition as a two-time Outstanding SK Chairperson, his story is a testament to what happens when passion meets public service.

Let’s learn how to elevate our roles and build a legacy beyond the blueprint.

Headline: 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐘 𝐓𝐎 𝐋𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋 𝐔𝐏, 𝐀𝐑𝐊𝐈𝐃𝐒?

It’s time to put down the T-squares and technical pens for a moment. Leadership isn't just about leading a group project; it’s about building a vision that stands tall.

Join us for Arkilecture Series No. 6: 𝘼𝙧𝙠𝙞𝙍𝙞𝙨𝙚: 𝙀𝙡𝙚𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝘽𝙚𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙧𝙖𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝙤𝙖𝙧𝙙. Whether you're a freshie still figuring out your line weights or a senior preparing for the real world, this is for YOU.

📍 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: ULS AVR

🕒 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Tomorrow! Registration starts at 12:30 PM

Tara na, mga Arkids! Don't miss this chance to learn how to lead with impact. Sayang naman ang opportunidad na ’to kung magpapaiwan ka lang sa drafting table. 𝘚𝘦𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦!

🔍 PROJECT MULAT TRIVIA

Modernism once championed the famous phrase “Less is more.” But architecture didn’t stop evolving. A bold voice in Postmodernism challenged this minimalist thinking with the witty response “Less is a bore.”

🤔 Do you know who said it?

This iconic phrase became a symbol of breaking away from strict modernist principles—embracing complexity, symbolism, and playful design in architecture.

💡 Drop your answer in the comments and test your architectural knowledge!

"Yes is More" (Bjarke Ingels)
​Unlike the minimalist "Less is More," Ingels practices Hedonistic Sustainability. His philosophy is that buildings can be both environmentally friendly and incredibly fun—like a power plant with a ski slope on top.
​"Architecture is about trying to make the world a little more like our dreams." Bjarke Ingels