Our Board

Our board is entrusted with ensuring that the Collegium faithfully pursues its mission in accordance with the values expressed in its foundational documents.

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Daniel Tyler Chua

Daniel Tyler Chua is a Catholic writer and Latinist currently pursuing his Master of Arts degree in the humanities at the University of Asia and the Pacific. He is also a contributor to the Philippine Daily Inquirer.

Founder and President

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John Paul Zaldarriaga

John Paul Zaldarriaga is an observer of foreign policy and a contributor to The Manila Times. He is currently taking up an undergraduate degree at De La Salle University — Manila.

Vice President for External Affairs

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Cofounder and Head of Public Discourse

Billy Gene Balsamo

Billy Gene Balsamo is a law student in the University of Asia and the Pacific, where he previously received his Master of Arts degree in political economy.

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Board Member

Josemaria Federico Singson

Josemaria Federico Singson is a private wealth and portfolio manager who specializes in debate, public speaking, trade and financial literacy. He received his Master of Science degree in management from the University of Asia and the Pacific.

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Board Member

Christian Ang

Christian Ang graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from the University of the Philippines Diliman, where he also served as president of its student Catholic Action organization.