Gawad Plaridel Lecture 2023
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On 11 October 2023, the Gawad Plaridel, the highest award given by the University of the Philippines (UP) to outstanding media practitioners, was conferred by UP President Angelo A. Jimenez in the presence of UP Diliman Chancellor Edgardo Carlo L. Vistan II, LLM, UP College of Mass Communication (CMC) Dean Fernando dlC. Paragas, PhD., and Professor Emeritus Nicanor Tiongson, PhD. on Mr. Manuel “Jun” Urbano Jr.

The UP Gawad Plaridel 2023 was awarded to Mr. Urbano for his unwavering dedication in promoting positive values and conscientizing the public, and giving them critical understanding of current and urgent social issues. His pro-people stand, distinguished by patriotism and Pinoy wit, has set the standard for excellence, substance, and form for generations of Filipino media practioners, whether that be through interviews, TV series, movies, or commercial advertisements.