Oxford Philippines Society
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@OPS_OxPinoys
The Oxford Philippines Society aims to promote Philippine culture, current events, and social issues, while providing a support network for Oxford Pinoys.
I passed my Transfer of Status (PhD upgrade) interview! I learnt so much from my examiners Dr. Alis Oancea @ciripache and Dr. Laura Molway @LauraMolway. What a wonderful experience it was! Thank you for taking the time to read and examine my work, I truly appreciate it! ☺️
OED WOTD: bakya, n. In the Philippines: a type of backless sandal with a thick wooden sole and a strap of rattan, plastic, or some other material, traditionally worn in rural areas in the Philippines and sometimes having an ornately carved or painted heel. oed.com/view/Entry/856…
New doctor! Congratulations to @oiioxford doctoral student Godofredo Ramizo Jr who passed his viva last week! His thesis is titled ‘Ubering While Poor: The Socio-Political Implications of Digital Platforms in Underdeveloped Contexts.’ Supervisors @ViliLe @etmeyer
F I N A L L Y PhinisheD* Guess it's official because- Twitter? Thanks @conall_macn and Emma for giving detailed feedback! So many others to thank, just read my Acknowledgements when my thesis goes public BS & MS Geology, @Official_UPD 🇵🇭 DPhil Earth Sciences, @UniofOxford 🇬🇧
