UP to help in cultural preservation, promotion of Pangasinan

• Source: http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?nid=2&rid=770125
• Monday, June 8, 2015

By Johanne Margarette R. Macob [(PNA), CTB/LVM/JMRM/RMA]

LINGAYEN, Pangasinan, June 8 (PNA)--The premier state university of the country is set to provide technical assistance to the provincial government of Pangasinan in the area of cultural preservation and promotion.

In view of this potential partnership, the provincial board here, during their regular session on June 8, approved provincial resolution no. 1367-2015 authorizing Governor Amado Espino Jr. to enter into and sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the University of the Philippines (UP).

The MOU, which will be signed by Espino and UP President Alfredo Pascual, involves the planning and implementation of projects in the province, particularly on preservation, promotion, and propagation of the language and culture of Pangasinan.

"The provincial government of Pangasinan has selected the University of the Philippines as its partner, having the capability and expertise in the planning and implementation of identified projects in the province," the resolution stated.

The identified projects include the creation of Pangasinan Studies Center, the historical and cultural mapping and inventory of the province and the 48 municipalities and cities, among others.

Vice Governor Jose Ferdinand Calimlim Jr., author of the resolution, said the move is part of the provincial government's thrust to promote and enhance the linguistic and cultural heritage of Pangasinan.