What are University Chairs? 

University Chairs (UCs) act as programming liaisons for PHI.

University Chairs bring PHI's mission to their college campuses by communicating individuals in college organizations, nonprofits, sports teams, and more. This role allows busy college students the opportunity to continuously be involved with PHI while balancing their rigorous course load.   

Details and Timeline

University Chairs act as direct representatives of PHI to their respective college campuses. This may include., but isn’t limited to, the following:

  • Pitching or presenting PHI to school organization board, seniors, and/or General Body.
  • Managing organization of item drives or service projects. 
    • This includes budgeting for materials, overseeing transportation of items/completed projects to Orlando, and taking photos during the organization’s event.

 

This position lasts from August – May, varying from 2-4 hours/week. Throughout the school year, UCs are expect to:

  • Attend PHI’s monthly meetings and providing updates with ideas on how they can carry out PHI programming in their personal commitments.
  • Understand PHI’s programs and being responsible for communicating PHI’s mission, programs, and impact to their executive board/seniors.
  • Carry out at least 1 PHI programming effort during the school year.

 

2025-2026 University Chairs

Czach Elma

University of Pennsylvania

I'm planning to collaborate with Penn's undergraduate healthcare organizations with both the Wharton School and School of Nursing to host medical drives. I'd also like to host information sessions on the healthcare systems in the Philippines to educate Wharton undergraduates on the global healthcare scene.

Elie Chapman

University of Florida

I intend to spread the impact of PHI to the local Gainesville high schools, especially because I’m a Gainesville native. Collaborating with organizations all around Florida is something I’m also interested in and can’t wait to carry out!

Katrina Tiqui

University of Central Florida

I plan to collaborate with my club CBOB (Children Beyond Our Borders) whether it be through projects we do together like volunteering or fundraising. I also hope to maybe foster a connection between PHI and my mom's hometown Tondo, Manila through fundraising and possible connections. Furthermore, I'd like to aid in providing religious articles to give to the people too!

Interested?

Applications for 2025-2026 University Chairs are CLOSED. Applications will open again in May 2026.

If you have any further questions and/or if you have applied, please contact Lynnelle Mosqueda, Director of Partnerships.