About May 12
May 12 was chosen to commemorate the birthday of Maryam Mirzakhani, the first woman to receive the prestigious Fields Medal. This global initiative celebrates the achievements of women in mathematics and promotes a more inclusive and diverse mathematical community.
May12 @UPD
At the University of the Philippines Diliman, we join this global celebration by highlighting the research contributions of women at the Institute of Mathematics. Through this local initiative, we aim to foster an inclusive and inspiring environment for the members of the UP Diliman community and beyond.
Events
Poster Exhibit : Women in IMath
Venue: Math Building First Floor Area
Date: May 11–15, 2026 On display throughout May 2026
The exhibit will feature a curated display of academic posters and short personal profiles of women researchers across different research groups within the Institute of Mathematics. This is a display-only exhibition.
Film Showing
Venue: Math Building Annex Room 305 Second Floor Lobby Area
Date & Time: May 12, 2026 · 4:00–6:00 PM
Film: Secrets of the Surface: The Mathematical Vision of Maryam Mirzakhani
A relaxed screening celebrating the life and work of Maryam Mirzakhani. Light snacks will be served.
May 12 o’clock Spotlight Series
Platform: Facebook (@may12atupd)
Date: Daily starting May 13, 2026
Every day at 5:12 PM — May 12 o’clock — we spotlight a brilliant woman from the Institute of Mathematics, UP Diliman. Each post celebrates her research contributions as part of our ongoing commemoration of the International Day of Women in Mathematics. Follow our Facebook page to catch each day’s spotlight.
Updates
- May 19, 2026 Four new posters have been added to the exhibit, including one celebrating all Women in IMath. Behind each panel: a Quick Chika with featured faculty and a Freedom Wall for messages and doodles. The exhibit runs throughout May — drop by and leave your mark! View post →
- May 13, 2026 Our May 12 o’clock Spotlight Series has launched! Every day at 5:12 PM, we feature a woman researcher from the Institute of Mathematics. View on Facebook →
- May 12, 2026 The venue for the film showing is moved to Math Building Second Floor Lobby Area. Read more →
- May 10, 2026 Follow our official Facebook page for event photos, announcements, and updates! Visit our page →
- May 8, 2026 Preparations are underway for May12 @UPD: Join us next week! Read more →
- April 28, 2026 Registration for the May12 @UPD film showing is now open! Register here →
- April 23, 2026 May12 @UPD is now officially listed on the global May12 initiative website. View our event listing →
Organizing Committee
Learn more about the global celebration at
may12.womeninmaths.org