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UPOU launches ‘Karahayan’ to foster university-wide culture of wellness

2026-08-03T17:02:52+08:00

> UPOU faculty and staff members at the UPOU Audiovisual room during the launch of Karahayan- Nurturing a Culture of Wellness. The UP Open University (UPOU), through its Wellness, Healthy Lifestyle, and Sports Committee (WHLSC), officially launched “Karahayan: Nurturing a Culture of Wellness” on 22 July 2026, at the UPOU Audio-Visual Room (AVR) in Los Baños, Laguna, and via Zoom. The landmark initiative signals the university's commitment to becoming a “Healthy University,” recognizing that personal well-being is inseparable from academic excellence. Chancellor Serrano shared her vision for Karahayan in her opening remarks. In her keynote message, [...]

UPOU launches ‘Karahayan’ to foster university-wide culture of wellness2026-08-03T17:02:52+08:00

UPOU brings UP VINTA digital literacy workshop to Hong Kong OFWs

2026-08-03T14:30:36+08:00

Philippines Ventures for International and Transformative Academia (UP VINTA), conducted a lecture-workshop for the Filipino community in Hong Kong titled "LEVEL UP SI MARITES! Joining the Fight Against Fake News, Scams, and Malicious AI." The event was held on 26 July 2026 at Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong. Despite the suspension of activities at the Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong due to inclement weather, the UP VINTA Lecture-Workshop proceeded in partnership with Full Phils.  The UPOU delegation was led by UPOU Chancellor Prof. Joane Serrano, with Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) Assistant Professor Raz Dela Torre, and [...]

UPOU brings UP VINTA digital literacy workshop to Hong Kong OFWs2026-08-03T14:30:36+08:00

UPOU, Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong explore expanded opportunities for Filipino learners

2026-08-03T14:31:36+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and the Philippine Consulate General (PCG) in Hong Kong explored opportunities to strengthen access to higher education and lifelong learning for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and permanent residents during a courtesy call on 27 July 2026. The UPOU delegation, composed of Chancellor Joane V. Serrano, Assistant Professor Raz Dela Torre, and Ms. Sydney Macahiya, met with Consul General Romulo Victor M. Israel, Jr. and Vice Consul General Allan Revote to discuss UPOU’s programs and possible areas of collaboration that can respond to the educational and professional development needs of the Filipino community [...]

UPOU, Philippine Consulate General in Hong Kong explore expanded opportunities for Filipino learners2026-08-03T14:31:36+08:00

OVCAA supports General Education innovation through Research Conversations

2026-07-31T11:41:33+08:00

On 22 July 2026, the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA) conducted a Research Conversations session featuring three research papers on General Education (GE) following the UP Systemwide GE Conference in June 2026. Held at the Audio-Visual Room in UPOU’s Headquarters in Los Banos, Laguna and streamed online, the session presented the studies of Asst. Prof. Ari Luis C. Halos, Asst. Prof. Maria Alicia A. Sarmiento, and Asst Prof.  Leo Mendel D. Rosario. Their research addressed relevant GE concerns for UPOU, particularly student trajectories, Open Distance eLearning (ODeL), and sustainability [...]

OVCAA supports General Education innovation through Research Conversations2026-07-31T11:41:33+08:00

UPOU Chancellor highlights equity in AI education at ICOIE 2026 in Hong Kong

2026-07-31T10:56:14+08:00

Chancellor Serrano at ICOIE 2026. (Photo from Manfred Wu Man Fat) Dr. Joane V. Serrano, Chancellor and Professor at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), served as a forum panelist at the 13th International Conference on Open and Innovative Education (ICOIE 2026), held from 23-24 July 2026. Hosted by Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), the conference explored the timely theme of "Artificial Intelligence in Open and Innovative Education." During her panel presentation titled “Autonomous Agents, Digital Divide, and Open Education: Opportunities, Challenges, and Boundaries for Learning and Teaching in the AI Era,” Dr. Serrano highlighted [...]

UPOU Chancellor highlights equity in AI education at ICOIE 2026 in Hong Kong2026-07-31T10:56:14+08:00

FICS Faculty Member Mentors Next Generation of Filipino Filmmakers at Isabela Film Academy 2026

2026-07-29T15:46:12+08:00

Assistant Professor Raz dela Torre (second from right) addresses aspiring filmmakers and participants during the Isabela Film Academy 2026. (Photo courtesy of Isabela Tourism Office) More than 100 aspiring filmmakers from across Isabela honed their storytelling and filmmaking skills under the guidance of industry professionals, including a University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) Assistant Professor Raz dela Torre, who served as a masterclass mentor and speaker during the Isabela Film Academy 2026 held from July 16 to 18, 2026 at the Isabela State University (ISU) Climate Change Center in Echague, Isabela. Organized [...]

FICS Faculty Member Mentors Next Generation of Filipino Filmmakers at Isabela Film Academy 20262026-07-29T15:46:12+08:00

UPOU, UP Cebu students showcase innovative language-learning apps in UP-University of Tokyo virtual exchange program

2026-07-29T15:39:26+08:00

FICS Dean Dr. Roberto B. Figueroa, Jr. (fourth from left) joins UPOU and UP Cebu students as they conclude the 13-week virtual exchange program with the presentation of their Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) application proposals. Innovative language-learning technologies developed through international collaboration took center stage as students from the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), UP Cebu, and the University of Tokyo presented their Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) application proposals during the culmination of a 13-week virtual exchange program. The presentations were held on July 8 and 15, 2026, in a hybrid format at the Immersive Science Communication Open [...]

UPOU, UP Cebu students showcase innovative language-learning apps in UP-University of Tokyo virtual exchange program2026-07-29T15:39:26+08:00

FICS Professor Joins International Panel of Judges at 11th ASEAN+3 Junior Science Odyssey

2026-07-29T15:29:08+08:00

Professor Diego Maranan (far right) during the Closing Program and Awarding Ceremonies at the 11th APTJSO. (Photo courtesy of DOST Philippines) Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) Professor Diego S. Maranan served as a judge in the Resilience Reels Video Competition during the 11th ASEAN+3 Junior Science Odyssey (APTJSO) held from 5 to 11 July 2026 at the Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone (CFEZ), Pampanga. Hosted by the Philippine Science High School System (PSHSS), the annual event brought together gifted young scientists aged 13 to 15 from ASEAN Member States, China, Japan, and South Korea under the theme, “Climate Action and [...]

FICS Professor Joins International Panel of Judges at 11th ASEAN+3 Junior Science Odyssey2026-07-29T15:29:08+08:00

UPOU FMDS Perma G.A.R.D.E.N. hosts ISCOLab interns visit for immersive learning

2026-07-29T10:42:41+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), through the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) warmly welcomed a group of Immersive Science Communication Open Laboratory (ISCOLab) interns in the FMDS Perma G.A.R.D.E.N. (Growing Appreciation toward Resilience, Development, Entrepreneurship, and Nutrition). As part of their internship program, the interns toured the University’s living laboratory on 13 July 2026 to immerse themselves in its development and implementation, serving as additional inspiration for their Sustainability Game Plan, a product they are developing for the internship requirement. ISCOLab, under the UPOU Immersive Open Pedagogies (IOP) Program, is an immersive and interactive physical [...]

UPOU FMDS Perma G.A.R.D.E.N. hosts ISCOLab interns visit for immersive learning2026-07-29T10:42:41+08:00

FMDS FSWC conducts mindfulness meditation session to promote faculty and staff well-being

2026-07-29T10:36:46+08:00

As part of Y-OU Matter, the wellness program of the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), the FMDS Faculty and Staff Welfare Committee (FSWC) conducted a Mindfulness Meditation Session on 01 July 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, at the UPOU Audio-Visual Room, Los Baños, Laguna. The activity aimed to promote the mental well-being and resilience of FMDS faculty and staff by introducing practical mindfulness techniques to help manage stress, reduce fatigue and burnout, improve focus, and support healthier work practices in an online work environment. The program formally opened with a welcome message from Dr. Finaflor F. [...]

FMDS FSWC conducts mindfulness meditation session to promote faculty and staff well-being2026-07-29T10:36:46+08:00
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