The 2022 PIBBA Conference has been POSTPONED.

FSM will host the PIBBA Conference - TBA.



39th Annual International PIBBA Conference


POSTPONED until June 2022

FSM


Sponsored by: Pacific Islands Bilingual Bicultural Association (PIBBA) International and Pohnpei Chapter

The PIBBA Conference is an annual event in which Western Pacific educators are provided with opportunities for professional growth and cultural enrichment. This year's conference offers a wonderful selection of traditional, innovative, and practical workshops, presented by creative and imaginative educators and cultural leaders from the Pacific islands.

Mark your calendar for the 39th Annual International PIBBA Conference in Pohnpei! Stay tuned for more details!


Snapshots of this year's 38th Annual International PIBBA Conference in Palau!














PIBBA 2018 CONFERENCE VIDEOS

Click on the videos below to view the 37th Annual International PIBBA Conference hosted in Saipan, CNMI


PIBBA 2018 - Part 1


PIBBA 2018 - Part 2


PIBBA 2017 Conference Video

Click on the video below to view the 36th Annual International PIBBA Conference hosted in Pohnpei


Click on the video to hear the PIBBA Song!

Sunday, February 4, 2024

Condolences for the Salas Family



The PIBBA family extends its deepest condolences and sympathies to the family of Flowerpot Tuiolosega Salas, former PIBBA President.  She passed away January 30, 2024.  May Flowerpot's family members be comforted with loving memories.  She is now resting in the peaceful arms of our Savior.

Sunday, January 21, 2024

UOG Press - January • Ineru Newsletter 📖🎆

  Finu’ Chamorro for Beginners  


Friday, January 26, 2024 | 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

UOG College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Dean’s Office Professional Development Room
(HSS 3rd Floor)

 

Join us for the Guam launch of Finu’ Chamorro for Beginners
and an author signing by Dr. Faye Untalan.
Pre-order your copy at uogpress.com

Pre-Order Now for $45


The URJM deadline has been extended, and we want to publish YOUR research. For submission guidelines, visit uog.edu/uogpress for more details.


 


Publish your writing with Songsong Stories!
 
What can you submit?
You can submit poetry, prose, or an excerpt of a larger piece along with a short bio. You may also include a photo or artwork to accompany the publication.
 
All pieces published in Songsong stories will also be lined up for publication in PDN's Lifestyle section or Pika magazine.
 
Word limit is 600-800 words for PDN. There is no word limit for Songsong stories, but most blog pieces range between 1,600 - 1,900 words.
 
Your Songsong Stories submission will be edited prior and sent back to you for your final review/approval.
 
Where do you submit?
uogpress@triton.uog.edu
 
When can you submit?
Submissions are open year-round.
View Songsong Stories

Follow UOG Press on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter at @UOGPress for updates and exciting news regarding our latest publicatins, Youth Empowerment Grant initiatives, upcoming art and writing workshops, and more!

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Minagof Nochebuena ~Felis Pasgua ~ Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas from around the Pacific!

~Minagof Nochebuena ~Felis Pasgua (Chamorro)
~Maligayan Pasko (Tagalog)
~Peren en Krismas (Pohnpeian)
~Monono ilo raaneoan Nejin (Marshallese)
~Falang e Baynag (Yapese)
~Tok Tapeng (Kosraean)
~Ungil Kurismas (Palauan)
~Pwapwan Kirisimas (Chuukese)
~Mele Kalikimaka (Hawaiian)
~Ameseighil ubwutiiwel Layi Luugh me raagh fee (Carolinian)

Monday, October 30, 2023

UOG Press October • Oktubre Newsletter

 

Join us for the launch of our Kantan CHamoru Children's Book Series! 

These books reintroduce long beloved songs to young readers, but they also introduce them to new musical voices who are carrying on the tradition. The Kantan CHamoru book series celebrates the musical tradition in CHamoru culture. The lyrics in each poem or song reflect key values for the community, such as the importance of respecting elders, perpetuating cultural practices, and expressing pride in one’s heritage.”

– Kiana Brown, Project Manager

 
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2023 Association of University Presses Directors Residency Report:
Victoria-Lola Leon Guerrero, University of Guam Press, reports on visiting five presses


UOG Press Director of Publishing Victoria-Lola Leon Guerrero spent the beginning of May visiting university presses on the U.S. East Coast and learning from their directors and teams as part of a press director's residency program organized by the Association of University Presses. She learned a variety of approaches to academic publishing including editorial, production, marketing, and business strategies and is excited to apply this expanded knowledge at UOG Press. 

 

Leon Guerrero visited Princeton University Press and Rutgers University Press in New Jersey and New York University Press and Fordham University Press in New York City. She also had meetings with the directors of Temple University Press, University of Pennsylvania Press, Oxford University Press, and Columbia University Press. She ended her trip at Brown University in Rhode Island, where she learned about their exciting and innovative digital publications program. 


Read the full article here!

Finu’ Chamorro for Beginners

by Faye Untalan
Pre-Order Now for $45


Publish your writing with Songsong Stories!
 
What can you submit?
You can submit poetry, prose, or an excerpt of a larger piece along with a short bio. You may also include a photo or artwork to accompany the publication.
 
All pieces published in Songsong stories will also be lined up for publication in PDN's Lifestyle section or Pika magazine.
 
Word limit is 600-800 words for PDN. There is no word limit for Songsong stories, but most blog pieces range between 1,600 - 1,900 words.
 
Your Songsong Stories submission will be edited prior and sent back to you for your final review/approval.
 
Where do you submit?
uogpress@triton.uog.edu
 
When can you submit?
Submissions are open year-round.
View Songsong Stories

Follow UOG Press on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter at @UOGPress for updates and exciting news regarding our latest publicatins, Youth Empowerment Grant initiatives, upcoming art and writing workshops, and more!

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

PIBBA Webmaster Dr. Rivera receives her third doctorate degree

Congratulations to PIBBA Webmaster Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera for receiving her Ph.D. in Educational Management from Philippine Women's University!  Bravo Zulu, Dr. Rivera!

Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera smiles as she receives her doctoral diploma.  This is her third and final doctoral journey.  Pictured L-R:  PWU President Marco M. Benitez, Rivera, and Board of Regents Member.