The University of the Philippines, under the leadership of President Angelo Jimenez, is moving toward becoming a more transformative university by placing service at the heart of its mission. This shift echoes UP’s eighth flagship program: the Expansion of Public Service Offices — a commitment to utilizing knowledge to address real-world needs and uplift communities. Known to many, on May 14, 2024, “service” was officially added to UP’s motto, to now be “Honor, Excellence, and Service.” This historic change affirms that true honor and excellence are best realized through meaningful service to the nation.