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=UP SPECA=
The University of the Philippines Speech Communication Association (UP SPECA) is a non-sectarian, non-partisan, socio-academic organization that aims to promote and increase the significance and power of Speech Communication as a vital discipline in the academe. It also aims to foster the spirit of camaraderie among Speech majors. It also enhances the confidence and communication skills of its members and creates credible projects that help the campus and the community.
The University of the Philippines Speech Communication Association (UP SPECA) is a non-sectarian, non-partisan, socio-academic organization that aims to promote and increase the significance and power of Speech Communication as a vital discipline in the academe.
 
It aims to promote and increase the significance and power of speech communication through the creation of projects that cater to the students, to the University, and to the community and to foster the spirit of camaraderie among Speech majors. The organization is a four-time winner of the "Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura" award.


UP SPECA is based in the College of Arts and Letters and its official domicile is located at the Kubo #1, Tambayan Complex, Faculty Center Hill.
UP SPECA is based in the College of Arts and Letters and its official domicile is located at the Kubo #1, Tambayan Complex, Faculty Center Hill.
UP SPECA’s official e-mail address: go.speca@gmail.com


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=History=
=History=
The University of the Philippines Speech Communication Association (UP SPECA) is a duly recognized non-partisan, non-sectarian, socio-academic organization based in the College of Arts and Letters, University of the Philippines, Diliman. It was founded by Kenneth Jose Bajar and his batchmates during AY 2000-2001. It was officially recognized by the College of Arts and Letters and the University the year after and continues to be the premier Speech organization in the country exclusive to Speech Communication majors.  
The University of the Philippines Speech Communication Association (UP SPECA) is a duly recognized non-partisan, non-sectarian, socio-academic organization based in the College of Arts and Letters, University of the Philippines, Diliman. It was founded by Kenneth Jose Bajar and his batchmates during AY 2000-2001. It was officially recognized by the College of Arts and Letters and the University the year after and continues to be the premier Speech organization in the country exclusive to Speech Communication majors.  


The organization’s main objective is to boost, promote, and increase the significance and power of speech communication and strengthen the organization’s credibility through academic and holistic formation among members and speech communication majors, and alumni through active participation in socio-civic events in the college, university, and community. In the spirit of camaraderie, the members of the organization work hand in hand, not only to cope with the challenges of being speech communication students, but also to foster a relevant and honorable organization that uplifts the legacy of knowledge, excellence, and leadership that bounds every “Iskolar ng Bayan” to the University of the Philippines, Diliman.
The organization’s main objective is to boost, promote, and increase the significance and power of speech communication and strengthen the organization’s credibility through academic and holistic formation among members and speech communication majors, and alumni through active participation in socio-civic events in the college, university, and community. In the spirit of camaraderie, the members of the organization work hand in hand, not only to cope with the challenges of being speech communication students, but also to foster a relevant and honorable organization that uplifts the legacy of knowledge, excellence, and leadership that bounds every “Iskolar ng Bayan” to the University of the Philippines, Diliman.
UP SPECA is a four-time winner of the "Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura" award (2008-2009, 2009-2010, 2010-2011, 2012-2013).




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=The Members and Committees=


The Executive Committee is composed of the officers of the organization, the Chairperson, Vice Chairperson,
=Vision, Mission, Goal=
Secretary General, the heads of the standing committees, and their assistant.
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==VISION:==
:To promote and increase the significance and power of Speech Communication
 
 
==MISSION:==
:To strengthen the org’s credibility through academic and holistic formation among members and speech communication majors, and alumni through active participation in socio-civic events in the university, college, and community


==The Executive Committee (AY 13-14)==
[[Image:Execomm1213.JPG| thumb| 275px| Executive Committee AY 2012-2013]]
[[Image:SPECA2011.jpg | thumb| 300px| UP SPECA Members AY 2012-2013 1st Semester]]
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'''Chairperson:''' Nelda Gutierrez<br />
'''Vice- Chairperson:''' Anna Frias<br />
'''Secretary General:''' Mary Jodie Bibat <br />
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'''Academics Committee'''<br />
'''Head:''' Mark Joseph Cancino<br />
'''Asst:''' Tricia Trinidad<br />
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'''Finance and Marketing Committee'''<br />
'''Head:''' Jeronimo Ascue<br />
'''Asst:''' Charmaine Paz<br />
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'''Internal Affairs Committee'''<br />
'''Head:''' Valyn Baluyot <br />
'''Asst:''' Angelina Limpin <br />
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'''Performance Committee'''<br />
'''Head:''' James Paul Calonge<br />
'''Asst:''' Jeanne Cayanan'''<br />
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'''Public Relations Committee''' <br />
'''Head:''' Marie Chanel Abelo <br />
'''Asst:''' Allan George Tongol <br />
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'''Recruitment Committee'''<br />
'''Head:''' Kaylene Fernandez<br />
'''Asst:''' Abby Javier<br />


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==SPECA GOAL QUAD:==
:1. Promote significant projects for the org and its stakeholders
:2. Uphold progressive member involvement
:3. Uphold proper implementation of rules and regulations
:4. Improve branding for the establishment of partnerships




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=Projects and Activities=


==• ACLEs==
=The Logo=
UP SPECA holds an Alternative Classroom Learning Experience every semester. Some notable speakers from previous ACLEs include
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==• KALiksihan==
KALiksihan is an inter-organizational activity conceptualized by UP SPECA in 2010 to encourage interaction and collaboration between the organizations of the College of Arts and Letters.
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==• Oral Interpretation Night==
"OI Night" is a project spearheaded by the Performance Committee in order to showcase the talents of the members of SPECA and to promote Oral Interpretation as a performance medium.


The show has an overarching theme, and every single member of SPECA performs one oral interpretation piece connected to it.
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==• Outreach Activities==
As a socio-civic organization, SPECA has regular outreach activities.<br />
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======— SPECA Drive======
In the aftermath of the Habagat storm and floods in AY 2012-2013, the annual SPECA alumni dinner was cancelled in order for the organization to enact a relief operation in it's stead. The event was done with the coordination of the alumni and the money that was supposedly for the alumni dinner was used for the operation.


Following that incident, SPECA informally dubs every effort for the organization to mobilize manpower and donations is dubbed "SPECA Drive"
The logo is in the shape of a helix, similar to Dance's model of communication which is the most innovative of all the communication models. It symbolizes the dynamic, growing, and transcendental process of communication. It is always going upward as it gets bigger and bigger as it highlights the idea that UP SPECA uplifts its members, speech majors, and Speech Communication.
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==• Retorika==
Each of the three levels of the helix also represents the key forms of communication: intrapersonal, interpersonal and public. Through these forms of communication, the organization helps the members to enhance their skills and talents and prepare them for the world of work. The dynamism, expressiveness, and creativity that the organization teaches and instills in its members have pushed them to develop themselves, their talents, and their working relationships.
Retorika is an annual show, traditionally held around February. Every year, the members write an original show and act it out.
<br />Every year, Retorika strives to embody a different theme. Previous themes include: different kinds of comedy, murder mystery and musical.
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==• SPECA Month/Week==
[[Image:Smonth.jpg | thumb| 230px| WHAT DRIVES YOU?: UP SPECA's 11th Year Anniversary]]
Every year, UP SPECA celebrates the anniversary of it's establishment through the SPECA Week which features different events and activities.  
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======— SPECA Exhibit======
The colors carry the symbolical justification that facilitates the organization as a whole. The blue at the bottom of the model mirrors the optimism and the eyes to view every opportunity as a learning tool. The color poses a moment to reconsider, and contemplate on all the past and current learning gained in the organization. The green offers life -- the chance to grow and to develop. The red on top torches the flame of continuous desire and passion to do the  organization's committed goals as a way of honoring and giving back. It constantly reminds us how far the organization has come – from its humble and simple beginnings to where it is now. It fuels us the strength, courage, and the will to fight. It sets the mood of every member to be proactive, and retains the adrenaline to be always on the go.


[[Image:Ansa.jpg| thumb| 200px| ANSAVEH?! The Ultimate Pronunciation Competition was the first ever articulation contest organized by UP SPECA.]]
The week opens with the SPECA Exhibit at the Gallery 1 of the Faculty Center. The Exhibit contains general information about the organization, including its mission, vision, objectives and its standing committees and the executive committee; pictures and documentation of the events this past semester and activities that will be accomplished by the organization in the final months of the semester and the year itself; and a brief discussion of the history of the organization.


Due to the stormy weather that week, the exhibit was not successfully pushed through. Another exhibit on the last week of September is scheduled to be done by UP SPECA.
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======— ANSAVEH?! The Ultimate Pronunciation Competition======
=The Members and Committees=


ANSAVEH?! was originally an Inter-org Impromptu Public Speaking Competition. During it's seventh year anniversary back in 2008, the competition was opened to all bona fide UP students.  By 2011, ANSAVEH?! changed its mechanics and became an articulation competition open to all bona fide UP students.<br /><br />
The Executive Committee is composed of the officers of the organization: the Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary General, and the heads and assistant heads of the standing committees.


======— Alumni Dinner======
==The Executive Committee (AY 16-17)==
Chairperson: Paula Mae T. Miclat<br/>
Vice- Chairperson: Kisha Marielle C. Beringuela<br/>
Secretary General: Joan Pauline A. Siena<br/>
     


The Alumni Dinner serves as the culminating activity of the SPECA week. It is a get together of the alumni and current members of the organization. The first ever alumni dinner was held during the organization's 7th anniversary in 2008 at the University Hotel. It featured a set of performances by the current members of the organization then.  
==Academics Committee==
Head: Pia Theresa C. Concepcion<br/>
Assistant Head: Gabrielle Carissa Marie A. Paras<br/>
Members: Dannah Joyce N. Piol<br/>
Adrian Jasper S. Guevara<br/>
Kara Ysabel Umali Protomartir<br/>
Raymond Wilhelm C. Fortun<br/>


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==Finance and Marketing Committee==
Head: Pia Pollaine P. Magaoay<br/>
Assistant Head: Maria Isabela R. Rivera<br/>
Members: Ashley Rhein Coniely Angel A. Arca<br/>
Luz Wendy Noble<br/>
Christian L. Valencia<br/>           
Sheela Marie B. Manaog<br/>
Marl Hendrell L. Pua<br/>


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=Speech Cup=
==Internal Affairs Committee==
The UP SPECA Speech Cup is one of SPECA's biggest and most prestigious annual events.
Head: Patricia G. Nicdao<br/>
Assistant Head: Esteban M. Fulay Jr.<br/>
Members: Florianne B. Ferrer<br/>
Margarette B. Angulo<br/>
Arian Jasmine B. Marzo<br/>


It is a speech competition open to all high schools and colleges in Metro Manila and Mega Manila. Aside from being aligned with the values of UP SPECA, the competition also aims to foster youth involvement in the pursuits of performance art and rhetoric, to provide a venue for self expression and social responsiveness and to propel the Filipinization of speech communication.<br />
[[Image:DSC04266.JPG | thumb| 350px|right| The University of Rizal System, the champion in the 2009 Choral Recitation Category]]
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The UP SPECA Speech Cup officialy started in February 2006. Originally entitled "Talastasan", it was a seminar-workshop made open to high school students about the areas of speech communication. In September of the same year, the event opened it's first ever speech choir competition. The following year, an individual oral interpretation category was added. In 2008, an additional public speaking competition was introduced; open to all colleges and universities. <br /><br />


[[Image:DSC_0348.JPG | thumb| 350px|right| Ramon Magsaysay Cubao High School, 2010 Champion, Speech Choir Category]]
==Performance Committee==
Head: Christian Bernard P. Arguelles<br/>
Assistant Head: Jan Kyle R. Carrillo<br/>
Members: Stephen Karl Y. Quizon<br/>
Marinella V. Andres<br/>
Bea De Guzman<br/>


==• Previous Themes and Pieces==
— '''2006:'''
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<br /> — '''2010:''' ''Speechcraft: Reinventing the Image of Public Service''
<br /> — '''2011:''' ''Now Hiring: Post-Modern Heroes''
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<br /> — '''2013:''' ''The Supremo's Legacy: Echoes of Balintawak in the 21st Century''
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==• Previous Winners==
— '''2006:'''
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==• Competition format==
==Public Relations Committee==
''— Speech Choir''<br />
Head: Ryan Paulo L. Yurong<br/>
One group per High School performs one (1) literary piece: the official contest piece provided by UP SPECA, integrated into another theme-aligned piece of the school's own choosing. <br />
Assistant Head: Darelle Selina R. Rivera<br/>
Members: Allen B. Baylosis<br/>
Ma. Ysabelle S. Cascante<br/>
Franzia Marie S. de Leon<br/>


''— Individual Oral Interpretation''<br />
The contest piece is pre-selected by UP SPECA upon advisement of the Department of Speech Communication and Theater Arts (DSCTA). <br />


Each school is allowed to have only one representative for this category.<br />
==Recruitment Committee==
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Head: Biyaya Marilag C. Mendoza<br/>
Assistant Head: John Isaac B. Punzalan<br/>
Members: Roman Gerard N. Loreto<br/>
Angela Mae C. Tullo<br/>
Christian Armand L. De Vera<br/>        




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=Internal Initiatives=
==• InterReach and UBEs==
As camaraderie among it's members is core to its' existence, the organization goes of its' way to make sure the members are bonded.


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=Projects and Activities=
==• Lovapaloco and A Very PERFect Love==
Since its inception, UP SPECA stays true to its vision and mission as it continues to provide projects and activities which promote the significance of speech communication and ensure the holistic development of its members and stakeholders in the college, the University, and the community.
 


[[Image:Specaboyzz.JPG|200px|thumb|left|SPECA BOYS tarpaulin posted at the tambayan made by SPECA Girls]]
==ACLEs==
Every semester, UP SPECA holds an Alternative Classroom Learning Experience (ACLE) wherein notable speakers from various fields are invited to talk and give their insights regarding the topic ranging from media and stand-up comedy to radio and beauty pageants. Previous speakers include Riki Flores, Bogart the Explorer, Boys’ Night Out, DJs Chico and Gino of the Morning Rush, Papa Jack, Dolly Anne Carvajal, AJ Dee, and other well-known personalities.


[[Image:Napclei.jpg|200px|thumb|left|A gender bender performance of Beauty and the Beast]]
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UP SPECA's annual Valentines Day celebration manifests in Lovapaloco and PERFectly In Love (formerly A Very PERFect Love). The two events are headed by the Internal Affairs Committee and the Performance Committee.
* #HeSaidSheSaid: Gender Communication in Media and Entertainment<br/>
* FLIRTING 101: Napag-aaralan Kung Paano Lumandi<br/>
* Bridging the Gap: Maintaining Relationships Through Social Media<br/>
* How to be the Next Miss Universe Q&A Style: The Art of Impromptu Speaking<br/>


Lovapaloco is a SPECA event wherein the organization is separated into two groups by gender. The SPECA Girls and SPECA Boys spend a day trying to "out-sweet" each other through any means possible (whether giving gifts, surprises, etc.) It is an event where the members of the organization show how much they cherish each other. The 'Kilig' factor usually decides who wins the contest.
==Oral Interpretation Night==
The Oral Interpretation Night, or more commonly known as OI Night, is one of the main projects of UP SPECA during the first semester which aims to showcase the talents of the members of UP SPECA by using oral interpretation as the performance medium.


PERFectly in Love is when members nominate couples, love teams and even love triangles who they want to see perform together. The couple/trios with the highest votes get to perform during the event. The performers then randomly pick one performance from a list prepared by the Performance Committee.  
In the previous years, OI Night has an overarching theme which is further divided into different substories. Themes range from horror (Isa, Dalawa, Tatlo: Bumabalik ang Past Mo) to drama (DIY: Tadhana) and everything else in between. Aside from being an avenue for performing, OI Night also serves as a fundraising event for charities supported by UP SPECA. For the past two years, all proceeds of OI Night went directly to Kanlungan ni Maria.


The other half of PERFectly in Love is the Individual Performance. Aside from nominating couples, the members are also asked to nominate people who they want to see perform. But this time, the members are asked to indicate what kind of performance shall the individual do (e.g. Perform Michael Jackson's Smooth Criminal and Pole Dance). People who are usually nominated in this part of the event are those who barely perform in SPECA activities.
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Aside from the performance part of the event, 'kilig' and 'couple' games are also played by the members.
* OI Night 2013: OVERHEARD: Ang Iskolar. Ang Kwento.<br/>
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* OI Night 2014: Isa, Dalawa, Takbo! Bumabalik Ang Past Mo<br/>
* OI Night 2015: DIY Tadhana<br/>


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==Retorika==
==• Workshops==
Retorika is one of the main projects of UP SPECA during the second semester. Every year, Retorika strives to embody a different theme. Previous themes include: comedy, murder mystery, romance, heartbreak, and musical.
Every committee in UP SPECA holds at least one workshop a semester for the sake of improving and diversifying the skills of it's members.
Much like OI Night, Retorika also aims to showcase the talents of the members of the organization, whether it may be in acting or writing. Retorika VI (Timehop: Ang Pagbabalik sa Simula) also served as a fundraising event, with all proceeds going directly to the rehabilitation of the Faculty Center, which served as the home of the Department of Speech Communication and Theater Arts and many of UP SPECA’s performances.


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* RETORIKA IV: #HUGOT: Mga Kwentong Katangahan, Ka-bitteran, at Kalandian<br/>
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* Retorika V: Kundi-man<br/>
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* Retorika VI: TIMEHOP - Ang Pagbabalik sa Simula<br/>


[[Image:SPECABestCalOrg.jpg|275px|thumb|right|Former Chairperson, Franz Julius Pisueña, receiving the award for Best CAL Org at the CAL Recognition Rites 2011]]
==Department and College Partnerships and Initiatives==
[[Image:Bestcalorgcert.jpg | thumb| 275px| Certificate for Best CAL Organization AY 2010-2011]]
In an effort to strengthen the relationship of the organization and the department and college, UP SPECA works hand-in-hand with the department and college in its events, seminars, and workshops organized for the students.  


=Awards and Recognitions=
UP SPECA has performed numerous times for the CAL Freshie Welcome Assembly organized by the College of Arts and Letters Student Council. The organization was also featured during the DSCTA Acquaintance Party organized by SPECTAcle, the official volunteer arm of the Department of Speech Communication and Theater Arts. The organization was in partnership with the department for their initiative, Masterclass, which consisted of workshops for topics ranging from radio and hosting to makeup and imaging.


==Best CAL Org==
==Alumni Dinner==
One of UP SPECA's crowning achievements as an organization is having garnered the "BEST CAL ORGANIZATION" award for four years. <br /><br />
The Alumni Dinner is a get together of the alumni and current members of the organization. The first ever alumni dinner was held during the organization's 7th anniversary in 2008 at the University Hotel. It featured a set of performances by the current members of the organization then.


• Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura, UP DILIMAN AY 2008-2009 (April 25, 2009)<br />
==Outreach Activities==
As a socio-civic organization, UP SPECA also conducts regular outreach programs in order to give back to the community. Each committee also has their own outreach with the committee’s chosen charity or foundation. Comfort women from La Lila Filipina, cancer patients from the East Avenue Medical Center cancer ward, and members of the Jeremiah foundation are just some of the previous beneficiaries of the organization’s outreach programs.


• Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura, UP DILIMAN AY 2009-2010 (April 22, 2010)<br />
In the previous years, UP SPECA has celebrated the Christmas season with their beloved beneficiary, the National Children’s Hospital, in an annual outreach program called SPECArolling. This outreach activity is filled with storytelling, singing, and sharing a meal with the children and their families all in an effort to put a smile on everyone’s face to spread the holiday cheer.


• Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura, UP DILIMAN AY 2010-2011 (April 16, 2011)<br />
==Speakerbox==
Speakerbox is the official newsletter of UP SPECA and is spearheaded by the Public Relations Committee. Released per semester, it contains features on the different events and projects of UP SPECA, alumni stories, and literary and artistic creations of our very own members.


• Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura, UP DILIMAN AY 2012-2013 (April, 2013)<br />
For the organization’s 15th anniversary, a limited edition issue of Speakerbox will be published during the Alumni Dinner and will feature UP SPECA’s milestones and history since its foundation in 2001.
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SPECA is proud of it's legacy as being one of the most active organizations in the entire University, and one of the go-to organizations of the College of Arts and Letters. UP SPECA is highly supportive of the College of Arts and Letters Student Councils' initiatives, and are especially active in all events to do with the Department of Speech Communication and Theater Arts. They take every opportunity to promote themselves.


UP SPECA also goes of it's way to fulfill it's social-civic duties to the college and community, whilst remaining unaffiliated to any political party.
==SPECA Week==
Every year, UP SPECA celebrates the anniversary of its establishment through the SPECA Week which features different events and activities catering to Speech majors, UP students, and the community.  


It is these traits and values that annually drive the organization to succeed and garner the prestigious Best CAL org award.
For the organization’s 15th anniversary, SPECA Week started off by giving back to the community with an outreach program meant to raise awareness and empower Filipino children with speech disabilities. A gallery featuring the numerous milestones and rich history of the organization was also set up throughout the whole week-long celebration.  


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In order to hone the potential of the members of the organization, an Internals night was also held in which members were able to showcase their skills whilst strengthening the bond and camaraderie between the members. An educational discussion was also organized in order to empower speech majors in their chosen field of study: speech communication.
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==Other Recognition==
• Certificate of University Recognition for AY 2010-2011 <br />


• Certificate of College Recognition for AY 2010-2011 <br />
The culminating event for SPECA Week 2016 was The Zero Hour, a spoken word and acoustic night event open to everyone. The event promoted the use of communication and words in various means of artistic expression. It featured homegrown musical acts and spoken word artists from UP Music Circle and LOGOS.


• 2nd Runner-up, iSING: UP  Sigma Delta Phi’s Inter-Org Singing Contest (March 6, 2009) <br />
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• Champion, iSING for Kids: UP  Sigma Delta Phi’s Inter-Org Singing Contest (March 5, 2010) <br />
* SPECA Week Facebook Page<br/>
* SPECA Week 2016 AVP<br/>


• Finalist, Pi Sigma Debate Tournament (July  2008)<br />
==Speech Cup==
Speech Cup is an annual speech competition open to all high schools within the country. As UP SPECA’s flagship event, Speech Cup endeavors to raise awareness among the youth relevant issues of today. Speech Cup serves as a platform for the youth to creatively express themselves through performance art, namely, choral recitation and individual oral interpretation.


• Most Number of Attendees in the Alternative Classroom Learning Experience during the 2nd Semester AY 2009-2010 with their ACLE Hataw Na!: Expressing the Youth's Standpoint through Movement and Communication <br />
Speech Cup was introduced in 2006 and was formerly named “Talastasan.” In February 2006, a seminar-workshop focusing on the various areas of Speech Communication was made open to high school students to prepare them for the speech choir competition that was held in September of the same year. By 2007, individual oral interpretation was added to the competition categories. In 2008, an additional public speaking competition was introduced open to all colleges and universities.


• Certificate of Participation from the College of Arts and Letters for UP SPECA’s participation in the Pambansang Komperensya sa Sarsuwela<br />
The event aims to (1) promote the significance and power of speech communication, (2) foster youth involvement in the creative and equally challenging pursuits of performance art and rhetoric, (3) provide a venue for self-expression and social responsiveness, and (4) propel the Filipinization of speech communication.


• Certificate of Participation from the College of Arts and Letters for UP SPECA’s participation in the National Speech Communication Conference (October 21 – 23, 2009) <br />
Staying true to its goal of providing a venue for self-expression and social responsiveness, some of the issues tackled in the previous years of Speech Cup include:
* Commemoration of the Philippine heroes and nationalism<br/>
** Now Hiring: Post-Modern Heroes (Speech Cup 2011)<br/>
** The Supremo’s Legacy: Echoes of Balintawak in the 21st Century (Speech Cup 2013)<br/>
* Climate change and environmental awareness<br/>
** Catharsis: Art, Healing, and Responding to Climate Change (Speech Cup 2015)<br/>
* The involvement of the youth in the National Elections<br/>
** Speak at its Peak (Speech Cup 2009)<br/>
** Pamana: Boses na Pinalaya, Boses na Magpapalaya (Speech Cup 2016)<br/>


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* Speech Cup Facebook Page
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=See also:=


• SPEAKERBOX; UP SPECA's online newsletter: https://upspeca.wordpress.com/<br />
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• The UP SPECA Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/up.speca<br />
• The Official Twitter Account of UP SPECA: https://twitter.com/UPSpeca<br />
• The UP SPECA Instagram account:<br />
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=Awards and Recognitions=
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! Year
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! Event
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! Place
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| row 1, cell 1
| 2008
| row 1, cell 2
| Pi Sigma Debate Tournament
| row 1, cell 3
| Finalist
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| row 2, cell 1
| 2008
| row 2, cell 2
| Pambansang Kumperensya sa Sarswela
| row 2, cell 3
| Certificate of Participation
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| 2009
| iSING: UP Sigma Delta Phi’s Inter-Org Singing Contest
| 2nd Runner Up
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| 2009
| National Speech Communication Conference
| Certificate of Participation
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| 2009
| CAL Recognition Rites
| Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura
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| 2010
| ACLE (2nd Semester)
| Most Number of Attendees Award (Hataw Na!: Expressing the Youth’s Standpoint through Movement and Communication)
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| 2010
| iSING for Kids: UP Sigma Delta Phi’s Inter-Org Singing Contest
| Champion
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| 2010
| CAL Recognition Rites
| Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura
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| 2010-2011
| College and University Recognition
| Certificate (AY 2010-2011)
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| 2011
| CAL Recognition Rites
| Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura
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| 2013
| CAL Recognition Rites
| Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura
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| 2016
| Pamana: Boses ng Pinalaya, Boses na Magpapalaya (Speech Cup 2016)
| Nominee for Best Public Service Project (CAL)
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See also:
* SPEAKERBOX; UP SPECA's online newsletter here and here
* The UP SPECA Facebook Page here
* The Official Twitter Account of UP SPECA here
* The Official Youtube Account of UP SPECA here

Revision as of 22:37, 4 October 2016

UP SPECA

The University of the Philippines Speech Communication Association (UP SPECA) is a non-sectarian, non-partisan, socio-academic organization that aims to promote and increase the significance and power of Speech Communication as a vital discipline in the academe.

It aims to promote and increase the significance and power of speech communication through the creation of projects that cater to the students, to the University, and to the community and to foster the spirit of camaraderie among Speech majors. The organization is a four-time winner of the "Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura" award.

UP SPECA is based in the College of Arts and Letters and its official domicile is located at the Kubo #1, Tambayan Complex, Faculty Center Hill. UP SPECA’s official e-mail address: go.speca@gmail.com

History

The University of the Philippines Speech Communication Association (UP SPECA) is a duly recognized non-partisan, non-sectarian, socio-academic organization based in the College of Arts and Letters, University of the Philippines, Diliman. It was founded by Kenneth Jose Bajar and his batchmates during AY 2000-2001. It was officially recognized by the College of Arts and Letters and the University the year after and continues to be the premier Speech organization in the country exclusive to Speech Communication majors.

The organization’s main objective is to boost, promote, and increase the significance and power of speech communication and strengthen the organization’s credibility through academic and holistic formation among members and speech communication majors, and alumni through active participation in socio-civic events in the college, university, and community. In the spirit of camaraderie, the members of the organization work hand in hand, not only to cope with the challenges of being speech communication students, but also to foster a relevant and honorable organization that uplifts the legacy of knowledge, excellence, and leadership that bounds every “Iskolar ng Bayan” to the University of the Philippines, Diliman.

UP SPECA is a four-time winner of the "Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura" award (2008-2009, 2009-2010, 2010-2011, 2012-2013).



Vision, Mission, Goal


VISION:

To promote and increase the significance and power of Speech Communication


MISSION:

To strengthen the org’s credibility through academic and holistic formation among members and speech communication majors, and alumni through active participation in socio-civic events in the university, college, and community


SPECA GOAL QUAD:

1. Promote significant projects for the org and its stakeholders
2. Uphold progressive member involvement
3. Uphold proper implementation of rules and regulations
4. Improve branding for the establishment of partnerships



The logo is in the shape of a helix, similar to Dance's model of communication which is the most innovative of all the communication models. It symbolizes the dynamic, growing, and transcendental process of communication. It is always going upward as it gets bigger and bigger as it highlights the idea that UP SPECA uplifts its members, speech majors, and Speech Communication.

Each of the three levels of the helix also represents the key forms of communication: intrapersonal, interpersonal and public. Through these forms of communication, the organization helps the members to enhance their skills and talents and prepare them for the world of work. The dynamism, expressiveness, and creativity that the organization teaches and instills in its members have pushed them to develop themselves, their talents, and their working relationships.

The colors carry the symbolical justification that facilitates the organization as a whole. The blue at the bottom of the model mirrors the optimism and the eyes to view every opportunity as a learning tool. The color poses a moment to reconsider, and contemplate on all the past and current learning gained in the organization. The green offers life -- the chance to grow and to develop. The red on top torches the flame of continuous desire and passion to do the organization's committed goals as a way of honoring and giving back. It constantly reminds us how far the organization has come – from its humble and simple beginnings to where it is now. It fuels us the strength, courage, and the will to fight. It sets the mood of every member to be proactive, and retains the adrenaline to be always on the go.



The Members and Committees

The Executive Committee is composed of the officers of the organization: the Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary General, and the heads and assistant heads of the standing committees.

The Executive Committee (AY 16-17)

Chairperson: Paula Mae T. Miclat
Vice- Chairperson: Kisha Marielle C. Beringuela
Secretary General: Joan Pauline A. Siena


Academics Committee

Head: Pia Theresa C. Concepcion
Assistant Head: Gabrielle Carissa Marie A. Paras
Members: Dannah Joyce N. Piol
Adrian Jasper S. Guevara
Kara Ysabel Umali Protomartir
Raymond Wilhelm C. Fortun


Finance and Marketing Committee

Head: Pia Pollaine P. Magaoay
Assistant Head: Maria Isabela R. Rivera
Members: Ashley Rhein Coniely Angel A. Arca
Luz Wendy Noble
Christian L. Valencia
Sheela Marie B. Manaog
Marl Hendrell L. Pua


Internal Affairs Committee

Head: Patricia G. Nicdao
Assistant Head: Esteban M. Fulay Jr.
Members: Florianne B. Ferrer
Margarette B. Angulo
Arian Jasmine B. Marzo


Performance Committee

Head: Christian Bernard P. Arguelles
Assistant Head: Jan Kyle R. Carrillo
Members: Stephen Karl Y. Quizon
Marinella V. Andres
Bea De Guzman


Public Relations Committee

Head: Ryan Paulo L. Yurong
Assistant Head: Darelle Selina R. Rivera
Members: Allen B. Baylosis
Ma. Ysabelle S. Cascante
Franzia Marie S. de Leon


Recruitment Committee

Head: Biyaya Marilag C. Mendoza
Assistant Head: John Isaac B. Punzalan
Members: Roman Gerard N. Loreto
Angela Mae C. Tullo
Christian Armand L. De Vera



Projects and Activities

Since its inception, UP SPECA stays true to its vision and mission as it continues to provide projects and activities which promote the significance of speech communication and ensure the holistic development of its members and stakeholders in the college, the University, and the community.


ACLEs

Every semester, UP SPECA holds an Alternative Classroom Learning Experience (ACLE) wherein notable speakers from various fields are invited to talk and give their insights regarding the topic ranging from media and stand-up comedy to radio and beauty pageants. Previous speakers include Riki Flores, Bogart the Explorer, Boys’ Night Out, DJs Chico and Gino of the Morning Rush, Papa Jack, Dolly Anne Carvajal, AJ Dee, and other well-known personalities.

See:

  • #HeSaidSheSaid: Gender Communication in Media and Entertainment
  • FLIRTING 101: Napag-aaralan Kung Paano Lumandi
  • Bridging the Gap: Maintaining Relationships Through Social Media
  • How to be the Next Miss Universe Q&A Style: The Art of Impromptu Speaking

Oral Interpretation Night

The Oral Interpretation Night, or more commonly known as OI Night, is one of the main projects of UP SPECA during the first semester which aims to showcase the talents of the members of UP SPECA by using oral interpretation as the performance medium.

In the previous years, OI Night has an overarching theme which is further divided into different substories. Themes range from horror (Isa, Dalawa, Tatlo: Bumabalik ang Past Mo) to drama (DIY: Tadhana) and everything else in between. Aside from being an avenue for performing, OI Night also serves as a fundraising event for charities supported by UP SPECA. For the past two years, all proceeds of OI Night went directly to Kanlungan ni Maria.

See:

  • OI Night 2013: OVERHEARD: Ang Iskolar. Ang Kwento.
  • OI Night 2014: Isa, Dalawa, Takbo! Bumabalik Ang Past Mo
  • OI Night 2015: DIY Tadhana

Retorika

Retorika is one of the main projects of UP SPECA during the second semester. Every year, Retorika strives to embody a different theme. Previous themes include: comedy, murder mystery, romance, heartbreak, and musical. Much like OI Night, Retorika also aims to showcase the talents of the members of the organization, whether it may be in acting or writing. Retorika VI (Timehop: Ang Pagbabalik sa Simula) also served as a fundraising event, with all proceeds going directly to the rehabilitation of the Faculty Center, which served as the home of the Department of Speech Communication and Theater Arts and many of UP SPECA’s performances.

See:

  • RETORIKA IV: #HUGOT: Mga Kwentong Katangahan, Ka-bitteran, at Kalandian
  • Retorika V: Kundi-man
  • Retorika VI: TIMEHOP - Ang Pagbabalik sa Simula

Department and College Partnerships and Initiatives

In an effort to strengthen the relationship of the organization and the department and college, UP SPECA works hand-in-hand with the department and college in its events, seminars, and workshops organized for the students.

UP SPECA has performed numerous times for the CAL Freshie Welcome Assembly organized by the College of Arts and Letters Student Council. The organization was also featured during the DSCTA Acquaintance Party organized by SPECTAcle, the official volunteer arm of the Department of Speech Communication and Theater Arts. The organization was in partnership with the department for their initiative, Masterclass, which consisted of workshops for topics ranging from radio and hosting to makeup and imaging.

Alumni Dinner

The Alumni Dinner is a get together of the alumni and current members of the organization. The first ever alumni dinner was held during the organization's 7th anniversary in 2008 at the University Hotel. It featured a set of performances by the current members of the organization then.

Outreach Activities

As a socio-civic organization, UP SPECA also conducts regular outreach programs in order to give back to the community. Each committee also has their own outreach with the committee’s chosen charity or foundation. Comfort women from La Lila Filipina, cancer patients from the East Avenue Medical Center cancer ward, and members of the Jeremiah foundation are just some of the previous beneficiaries of the organization’s outreach programs.

In the previous years, UP SPECA has celebrated the Christmas season with their beloved beneficiary, the National Children’s Hospital, in an annual outreach program called SPECArolling. This outreach activity is filled with storytelling, singing, and sharing a meal with the children and their families all in an effort to put a smile on everyone’s face to spread the holiday cheer.

Speakerbox

Speakerbox is the official newsletter of UP SPECA and is spearheaded by the Public Relations Committee. Released per semester, it contains features on the different events and projects of UP SPECA, alumni stories, and literary and artistic creations of our very own members.

For the organization’s 15th anniversary, a limited edition issue of Speakerbox will be published during the Alumni Dinner and will feature UP SPECA’s milestones and history since its foundation in 2001.

SPECA Week

Every year, UP SPECA celebrates the anniversary of its establishment through the SPECA Week which features different events and activities catering to Speech majors, UP students, and the community.

For the organization’s 15th anniversary, SPECA Week started off by giving back to the community with an outreach program meant to raise awareness and empower Filipino children with speech disabilities. A gallery featuring the numerous milestones and rich history of the organization was also set up throughout the whole week-long celebration.

In order to hone the potential of the members of the organization, an Internals night was also held in which members were able to showcase their skills whilst strengthening the bond and camaraderie between the members. An educational discussion was also organized in order to empower speech majors in their chosen field of study: speech communication.

The culminating event for SPECA Week 2016 was The Zero Hour, a spoken word and acoustic night event open to everyone. The event promoted the use of communication and words in various means of artistic expression. It featured homegrown musical acts and spoken word artists from UP Music Circle and LOGOS.

See:

  • SPECA Week Facebook Page
  • SPECA Week 2016 AVP

Speech Cup

Speech Cup is an annual speech competition open to all high schools within the country. As UP SPECA’s flagship event, Speech Cup endeavors to raise awareness among the youth relevant issues of today. Speech Cup serves as a platform for the youth to creatively express themselves through performance art, namely, choral recitation and individual oral interpretation.

Speech Cup was introduced in 2006 and was formerly named “Talastasan.” In February 2006, a seminar-workshop focusing on the various areas of Speech Communication was made open to high school students to prepare them for the speech choir competition that was held in September of the same year. By 2007, individual oral interpretation was added to the competition categories. In 2008, an additional public speaking competition was introduced open to all colleges and universities.

The event aims to (1) promote the significance and power of speech communication, (2) foster youth involvement in the creative and equally challenging pursuits of performance art and rhetoric, (3) provide a venue for self-expression and social responsiveness, and (4) propel the Filipinization of speech communication.

Staying true to its goal of providing a venue for self-expression and social responsiveness, some of the issues tackled in the previous years of Speech Cup include:

  • Commemoration of the Philippine heroes and nationalism
    • Now Hiring: Post-Modern Heroes (Speech Cup 2011)
    • The Supremo’s Legacy: Echoes of Balintawak in the 21st Century (Speech Cup 2013)
  • Climate change and environmental awareness
    • Catharsis: Art, Healing, and Responding to Climate Change (Speech Cup 2015)
  • The involvement of the youth in the National Elections
    • Speak at its Peak (Speech Cup 2009)
    • Pamana: Boses na Pinalaya, Boses na Magpapalaya (Speech Cup 2016)

See:

  • Speech Cup Facebook Page



Awards and Recognitions

Year Event Place
2008 Pi Sigma Debate Tournament Finalist
2008 Pambansang Kumperensya sa Sarswela Certificate of Participation
2009 iSING: UP Sigma Delta Phi’s Inter-Org Singing Contest 2nd Runner Up
2009 National Speech Communication Conference Certificate of Participation
2009 CAL Recognition Rites Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura
2010 ACLE (2nd Semester) Most Number of Attendees Award (Hataw Na!: Expressing the Youth’s Standpoint through Movement and Communication)
2010 iSING for Kids: UP Sigma Delta Phi’s Inter-Org Singing Contest Champion
2010 CAL Recognition Rites Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura
2010-2011 College and University Recognition Certificate (AY 2010-2011)
2011 CAL Recognition Rites Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura
2013 CAL Recognition Rites Pinakamahusay na Organisasyong Pang-estudyante sa Kolehiyo ng Arte at Literatura
2016 Pamana: Boses ng Pinalaya, Boses na Magpapalaya (Speech Cup 2016) Nominee for Best Public Service Project (CAL)



See also:

  • SPEAKERBOX; UP SPECA's online newsletter here and here
  • The UP SPECA Facebook Page here
  • The Official Twitter Account of UP SPECA here
  • The Official Youtube Account of UP SPECA here
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