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UPOU Graduate Tops August 2025 Environmental Planners Licensure Exam

2025-08-30T08:51:01+08:00

Ms. Irel Fortugaleza Manansala, a graduate of the Diploma in Land Use Planning (DLUP) from UP Open University (UPOU) topped the Environmental Planners Licensure Examination in August 2025 as announced by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) on 22 August 2025. UPOU also ranked first among the top-performing schools, garnering an average passing rate of 98.36 percent. Ma. Elena J. Sumisim, another UPOU alumna, ranked third. Ms. Manansala, who is a Development Management Officer IV at the Bayawan City Planning and Development Office in Negros Oriental, shared her reaction upon receiving the news: “At about 10 pm, someone finally announced that [...]

UPOU Graduate Tops August 2025 Environmental Planners Licensure Exam2025-08-30T08:51:01+08:00

UPOU Welcomes New OVCAA Officials

2025-08-30T08:52:27+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) announces the appointment of new officials under the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA), further strengthening its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. Asst. Prof. Blancaflor P. Arada, University Registrar Assistant Professor Blancaflor Arada, appointed as the new University Registrar, will oversee the efficient management of academic records, student registration, and academic support services. She currently serves as the Program Chair of the Diploma in Computer Science (DCS) and has previously held positions as Program Development Associate at the Office of the University Registrar and [...]

UPOU Welcomes New OVCAA Officials2025-08-30T08:52:27+08:00

FMDS Student Orientation for 1st Semester/1st Trimester AY 2025-2026

2025-08-29T09:47:54+08:00

✨ Welcome to AY 2025-2026! ✨ The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) warmly welcomes all our new students for the 1st Semester/1st Trimester of AY 2025-2026! 🎉 Join us for the FMDS Student Orientation happening online via Zoom on:📅 30 August 2025 (Saturday), 1:00 PM (Philippine Time) 🔗 Register here: url.upou.edu.ph/FMDS1S1T2025(Zoom details will be sent to registered students via email.) 💻 To get a head start, new students are encouraged to visit the FMDS Student Support Site and log in to the “UPOU Student Orientation” course site at myportal.upou.edu.ph. We can’t wait to meet you all virtually—see you on Zoom! 🌟 #FMDSStudentOrientation #FMDSUPOU #UPOpenUniversity #UPOpenUniversity [...]

FMDS Student Orientation for 1st Semester/1st Trimester AY 2025-20262025-08-29T09:47:54+08:00

UPOU Promotes Philippine ODeL on the Global Stage at ICoME 2025 and the Philippine Embassy in South Korea

2025-08-19T10:17:43+08:00

UPOU faculty and staff from L-R: Asst. Prof. Mary Kristene Clariño, Asst. Prof. Katrina Joy Abriol-Santos, Asst. Prof. Blancaflor Arada, Asst. Prof. Emely Amoloza, Assoc. Prof. Roberto Figueroa, Jr., Ms. Danica Salcedo, and Ms. Percia Secreto at the ICoME 2025. Breaking new ground in educational technology and innovation, faculty and staff members from the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) participated in the 23rd International Conference on Media in Education (ICoME), held from 7-9 August 2025, at Inha University, Incheon, Korea. With a strong line of research presentations and tech-driven projects, UPOU joined global educators, researchers, and media [...]

UPOU Promotes Philippine ODeL on the Global Stage at ICoME 2025 and the Philippine Embassy in South Korea2025-08-19T10:17:43+08:00

UPOU Ugnayan ng Pahinungód Launches E-Guro to the General Public

2025-08-18T13:48:46+08:00

E-Guro: Teachers learning the competencies of online and distance e-learning (ODeL) to serve learners better The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU)  Ugnayan ng Pahinungód will launch its E-Guro program to the general public in celebration of National Teachers’ Month and World Teachers’ Day, running from 5 September to 5 October 2025. The E-Guro Introductory Course in Teaching K to 3 Learners: A Journey to Early Childhood Education aims to enhance educators’ teaching strategies and practices through professional development courses. Since its first course offering in 2024, it has reached more than 1000 teachers from 100 schools with partners [...]

UPOU Ugnayan ng Pahinungód Launches E-Guro to the General Public2025-08-18T13:48:46+08:00

From Purpose to Path: Designing Your Career Life Journey: OSA kicks off the first webinar on the Career Education Series

2025-08-15T15:34:22+08:00

To guide students in career planning and development, the UP Open University (UPOU)  Office of Student Affairs (OSA), through the Counseling and Guidance Program (CGP) launched the first webinar of the Career Education Series titled “From Purpose to Path: Designing Your Career Life Journey,” on 8 August 2025 via Zoom. Katuwang member Flynn Gonzaga and Akia Prudente take the lead as the event’s hosts. Ms. Flynn Gonzaga and Ms. Akia Prudente, UPOU Katuwang volunteer members, served as hosts for the event. Asst. Prof. Roda L. Tajon, OSA Director, warmly welcomed participants and encouraged them to build meaningful goals, [...]

From Purpose to Path: Designing Your Career Life Journey: OSA kicks off the first webinar on the Career Education Series2025-08-15T15:34:22+08:00

UP Open University Appoints Assistant Professor Blancaflor P. Arada as New University Registrar

2025-08-18T11:28:05+08:00

Asst. Prof. Blancaflor P. Arada, UPOU University Registrar The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) announces the appointment of Assistant Professor Blancaflor Piores–Arada as its new University Registrar, effective 1 August 2025. aProf. Arada is an accomplished academic and administrator at UPOU, bringing with her extensive experience in physical computing, information systems, and instructional technology. She has chaired multiple academic programs, including the Associate of Science in Information Technology (ASIT), Master of Information Systems (MIS), and Diploma in Computer Science (DCS) programs under the UPOU Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS). She has also held various [...]

UP Open University Appoints Assistant Professor Blancaflor P. Arada as New University Registrar2025-08-18T11:28:05+08:00

Helping Communities Connect with Nature: The Research of Prof. Ricardo Bagarinao

2025-08-14T15:42:07+08:00

Before Typhoon Yolanda devastated Leyte in 2013, there was Typhoon Uring, which caused a massive flash flood in Ormoc City and nearby areas, claiming 4000 lives. One of the families that fell victim to this massive natural disaster was that of a young Ricardo Bagarinao.  From that teenager in Ormoc, Dr. Bagarinao has grown to become one of the foremost experts in sustainability and environmental studies in the country. He is currently a Professor under the PhD in Education (Biology) at the Faculty of Education (FEd) of UP Open University (UPOU) and Program Chair of the Doctor of Sustainability program [...]

Helping Communities Connect with Nature: The Research of Prof. Ricardo Bagarinao2025-08-14T15:42:07+08:00

Get the Support You Need This Semester through the FMDS Student Support Site

2025-08-13T16:32:02+08:00

 Get the Support You Need This Semester! Whether you’re new to FMDS or a continuing student, we’ve got you covered for a strong start this First Semester, AY 2025-2026!    Visit the FMDS Student Support Site, your one-stop hub for all the resources, services, and information you need to excel in your online learning journey: https://fmds.upou.edu.ph/student/ Here you’ll find:  Getting Organized as a Distance Learner  Portals  Academic Calendar  Program Advising  Academic Procedures  Academic Policies  Student References  Course Offerings  Enrollment  Financial Assistance  Examination  Student Well-being Initiatives  Research Support Services  Document Request  Graduation  UPOU Heldesk  UPOU Directory Start the semester prepared, informed, and ready to succeed!  #UPOpenUniversity [...]

Get the Support You Need This Semester through the FMDS Student Support Site2025-08-13T16:32:02+08:00

Crystals and Circuits: FICS Workshop Features Sparkling Science

2025-08-13T16:24:03+08:00

Crystals, Circuits, and Creative Futures Workshop participants with the artists, Sam Feleo (in green blouse) and Roan Alvarez (in striped shirt and black coat). Also in the photo is Dr. Diego Maranan (center-right), former FICS Dean and proponent of the FICS Futurist-in-Residence Program, and Dr. Shari San Pablo (beside Sam Feleo), the current Program Development Associate of the FICS Futurist-in-Residence Program. Artists Samantha Feleo and Roan Alvarez collaborated to show how crystal health and growth can be monitored and manipulated through DIY circuits. In a workshop held on 8 August 2025, at the UPOU-DICT Building in Diliman, Quezon City, the artists shared [...]

Crystals and Circuits: FICS Workshop Features Sparkling Science2025-08-13T16:24:03+08:00
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