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World Singing Day
October 8, 2023
Alumni-Planned Events
World Singing Day 2023
Founded by Up with People (UWP) alumnus Scott Johnson ('83D), the 12th Annual World Singing Day (WSD) takes place around the world on Saturday, October 21, 2023. Alumni,... Read More
October 6, 2023
UWPIAA Honorees
2023 James E. MacLennan Everyday Heroes
Jill Finnerty Ricardo – '93E What is an Everyday Hero? Meet Jill Finnerty Ricardo, who embodies the spirit of Up with People in all that she does and is... Read More
October 6, 2023
UWPIAA Honorees
2023 Outstanding Cast/Crew Representative
Martha "Marty" Elcan - '73A Serving as a Cast Rep requires a diverse set of skills to keep things organized among a cast of 150 alumni that traveled... Read More
October 5, 2023
UWPIAA Honorees
2023 J. Blanton Belk Outstanding Alumnus/Alumna
Maria Amalia Souza – '83E Maria Amalia Souza ('83E) touched the heart and soul of each and every castmate during her Up with People travels. Her efforts continue to... Read More
October 5, 2023
Alumni Experiences
UWP Cast ’79C Reunion
Members of Cast '79C in attendance In 1979 a group of people from far and wide came together to be a part of a program called Up with... Read More
July 7, 2023
Dr. Carolyn Lee Is Joining Us at Reunion!
Some of you will recall the name, Carolyn Lee. Maybe you’ve forgotten her name, but remember that witty lady who visited your cast or spoke at your reunion,... Read More
April 7, 2023
The Awards Committee-What We Do and How We Do It
Have you ever wondered who makes the selections of the Award Recipients who are recognized at reunion each year?  The Awards Committee is made up of a Chair... Read More
April 6, 2023
Alumni-planned European Alumni Meeting
Dear alumni, We are more than excited to invite new and old UWP friends from all corners of the world to join us in Bergen, Norway for the... Read More
April 1, 2023
Welcome New BOG Members
In March, we welcomed six new members to the UWPIAA Board of Governors. They are filling the roles of Alumni Community, Alumni Engagement, Global Impact, Professional Development, Travel... Read More
March 30, 2023
James E. MacLennan Everyday Hero Award
James MacLennan traveled in the early years of UWP and then as a cast director with his wife. Ultimately, he served as Chief Operating Officer of UWP for... Read More

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