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An Educator-Learner Inspiring Others to Keep On Learning

2024-05-24T14:16:18+08:00

With her Graduate Certificate in Distance Education (GCDE) degree, Teresita Noche-Banag aims to share her journey and new knowledge with her friends, family, and colleagues and inspire them to continue learning regardless of their age. Teresita was motivated by her Master's degree adviser to enroll at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) to continue learning. Her experience of studying at UPOU was daunting, especially because she was not tech-savvy and had no online learning experience at her age. However, she overcame this anxiety with the help of her colleagues. All these challenges helped her develop more patience. [...]

An Educator-Learner Inspiring Others to Keep On Learning2024-05-24T14:16:18+08:00

A Dream Come True of Making History at UPOU

2024-05-17T14:37:59+08:00

In 2023, the UP Open University (UPOU) produced two of the first summa cum laude graduates in history. One of them is Mickey Angel Cortez, and creating history with UPOU became her main drive to success. However, this is no walk in the park. Like the typical UP student, Mickey faced many challenges before claiming her sweet UP Sablay. Mickey’s interest in multimedia led her to enroll in the Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies. UPOU’s learning mode perfectly fits her learning style of knowing and discovering things independently. This learning experience has also helped her become more independent.  [...]

A Dream Come True of Making History at UPOU2024-05-17T14:37:59+08:00

The Light of Home Sparks Light in Learning

2024-05-10T14:44:59+08:00

A mother, a worker, a student. Cherry Mae Ladja, a graduate of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Master of ASEAN Studies (MAS) program from Zamboanga, found a spark in learning through UPOU. Despite the challenges of balancing life responsibilities, Cherry Mae still had a better appreciation for learning because of UPOU. When she started seeking universities that offer distance learning, Cherry Mae found herself enrolling in UPOU. UPOU allowed Cherry Mae to pursue her studies in the comfort of her own home while juggling work and motherhood. Her experience at UPOU has ignited her passion for [...]

The Light of Home Sparks Light in Learning2024-05-10T14:44:59+08:00

The Journey of Creating a Legacy of Student Leadership in UPOU

2024-05-03T11:16:31+08:00

Isaiah Crisanto, the first UPOU University Student Council (USC) Chairperson, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Multimedia Studies degree. With the flexibility of learning at UPOU, Isaiah studied in more than nine time zones in the world, all the while opening him up to many opportunities to work, study, and serve UPOU students. After over twenty years and a few attempts, UPOU has finally established its own University Student Council and recognized student organizations thanks to Isaiah's initiative—his desire to find friends and people with the same interests motivated this. Isaiah made history by being the first [...]

The Journey of Creating a Legacy of Student Leadership in UPOU2024-05-03T11:16:31+08:00

PHILARM holds a Special Orientation on Membership Application for D/MR&DM Students, Alumni, and Faculty

2024-05-06T11:20:46+08:00

A special orientation on the membership application of the Philippine Association of Research Managers, Inc. (PHILARM) for the Diploma in/Master of Research and Development Management (D/MR&DM) students, alumni, and faculty was held on 06 April 2024, 2:00-4:00 pm, via Zoom. There were 38 D/MR&DM students, alumni, and faculty who participated in the orientation. The orientation started with an introduction from the D/MR&DM Program Chair, Dr. Leo Mendel Rosario, on the initiatives of the University of the Philippines Open University-Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDs) for the professional growth of its students, alumni, and faculty. After which, the PHILARM Founder [...]

PHILARM holds a Special Orientation on Membership Application for D/MR&DM Students, Alumni, and Faculty2024-05-06T11:20:46+08:00

Strengthening Global Connections: UPOU and Anadolu University Sign MOU

2023-10-03T16:22:43+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) took a significant step towards enhancing its global presence on September 30, 2023, as it signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Anadolu University during the 36th Asian Association of Open Universities Annual Conference - AAOU 2023. This momentous event marked the beginning of a promising collaboration that promises to benefit both institutions and the academic community at large. Anadolu University, located in Eskişehir, Turkey, and the University of the Philippines Open University, based in Los Baños, Philippines, are two esteemed institutions with a rich history of commitment to education and [...]

Strengthening Global Connections: UPOU and Anadolu University Sign MOU2023-10-03T16:22:43+08:00

UPOU MAN Alumna Named “Chief Nurse of the Year”

2023-10-03T08:40:24+08:00

Photo From Cardinal Santos Medical Center FB Page The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) congratulates its alumna and Senior Lecturer, Ms. Leona Paula L. Macalintal! Ms. Macalintal was bestowed the “Chief Nurse of the Year” Award at the 2023 Hospital Management Asia Awards in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.  Ms. Macalintal graduated from UPOU in 2018 with a special citation for exemplary academic achievement in the Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN) Program. She is the Assistant Vice President and Director of the Nursing Service Division of Cardinal Santos Medical Center and a Senior Lecturer for the [...]

UPOU MAN Alumna Named “Chief Nurse of the Year”2023-10-03T08:40:24+08:00

Double the Success: A Father-Son Journey in Pursuing Higher Learning Together

2024-05-06T11:23:15+08:00

Ronald Hilaria and his son Ron David Hilaria share their positive experiences with the University of the Philippines Open University's (UPOU) Open and Distance eLearning (ODeL) program.  Ronald, the head of his company's human resources department, enrolled in UPOU's Graduate Certificate in Distance Education program to better understand e-learning and implement it in his company's corporate university. The knowledge he gained from the program helped him spearhead the establishment of an e-learning portal, which proved to be very useful during the pandemic. Ronald's UPOU education also helped him advance his career and create opportunities for him and his son [...]

Double the Success: A Father-Son Journey in Pursuing Higher Learning Together2024-05-06T11:23:15+08:00

UPAA Bestows Honors on the 2023 UPAA Alumni Awardees at Ang Bahay ng Alumni

2023-06-21T15:40:56+08:00

On 19 August 2023, 6:00 PM, the UPAA will hold the Awarding Ceremonies of the 2023 UPAA Alumni Awardees at Ang Bahay ng Alumni, UP Diliman, Quezon City. The UPAA Awardees are outstanding individuals recognized for their leadership, achievements, service, and contributions to create positive change in the country and in the world. This year’s awards for Most Distinguished Alumna/Alumnus are given to Maria Leonor Gerona-Robredo (AB’86) and Arsenio M. Balisacan (MS’82). The UPAA gives the Lifetime Distinguished Achievement Awards to Lourdes J. Cruz, (BSChem’62), Nathaniel A. Von Einsiedel (BSArch’68), Gisela Padilla-Concepcion (BSChem’75 cl; MS’82; PhD’95), and Rene S. [...]

UPAA Bestows Honors on the 2023 UPAA Alumni Awardees at Ang Bahay ng Alumni2023-06-21T15:40:56+08:00

Proving Age is Just a Number: Senior Citizen Fulfills Lifelong Dream

2023-05-26T13:18:04+08:00

Edwin C. Tan's inspiring story of pursuing higher education at an older age proves that it's never too late to fulfill one's dreams. A loving husband and a cool dad, Edwin decided to take the leap, enroll at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), and complete a Diploma in Environment and Natural Resources Management degree. UP Open University utilizes open and distance elearning (ODeL) as its mode of teaching and learning, and its mission is to provide access to quality higher education to Filipinos everywhere, even to senior citiizens like Edwin. At the University of the Philippines, [...]

Proving Age is Just a Number: Senior Citizen Fulfills Lifelong Dream2023-05-26T13:18:04+08:00
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