04 Jul University of the Assumption Signs MoU with Country’s Top Architectural Firm

University of the Assumption and Aidea, one of the country’s leading firms in the architectural and design industry, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on June 29, 2018.

The MoU between the two parties is centered on collaboration in the area of linkages; sharing of
resources, expertise and facilities in respective research agenda;z establishment of affiliation in local and international partnerships; and faculty development.

University President Fr. Joselito C. Henson, expressed optimism about the partnership saying it will be an avenue to improve on the curriculum to better prepare the students for the workplace. “(This) partnership, will help us know better what we can do best with our students and how we can improve the curriculum…,” he said.

Aidea Design Philippines was represented by its President Architect Abelardo Tolentino Jr. in the signing which was witnessed by the members of the UA Executive Committee and faculty members of the
College of Engineering and Architecture.

Aidea Philippines Incorporated is at the forefront of Integrated Design providing architecture, interior design, master planning and environmental graphic design services. Twenty years after its inception, and with a complement of 200 design professionals, it is now at the forefront of the country’s new design movement.