CNNC 2025 concludes and continues to empower changemakers through Local-to-Local-Across-Border group proposals

2025-07-07T11:31:46+08:00

The 2025 run of the Community of Nations and Nation of Communities (CNNC) Short Course, organized by the University of the Philippines Open University Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS) and supported by the Eurasia Foundation (from Asia), concluded last 02 July 2025 with powerful insights, learnings, and strong calls for continued regional collaboration from its fellows. Now on its second iteration, which ran from 08 April until 02 July 2025, CNNC continues to strengthen values-based, community-centered leadership and cooperation across Southeast and East Asia. The 2025 CNNC cohort brought together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and students [...]

CNNC 2025 concludes and continues to empower changemakers through Local-to-Local-Across-Border group proposals2025-07-07T11:31:46+08:00

UPOU-FMDS Congratulates the Newly Appointed Professor Emeritus, Dr. Inocencio E. Buot, Jr.

2025-07-07T11:17:52+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS) proudly celebrates the recognition of our former Dean, Dr. Inocencio E. Buot, Jr., as Professor Emeritus of the University of the Philippines. Dr. Buot is a respected botanist, ecologist, and systematist at the Institute of Biological Sciences, UP Los Banos, where he leads the Plant Systematics Laboratory. His award-winning research program, CONserve KAIGANGAN (forests over limestone), supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and DOST-Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquaculture and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD), has led to the discovery of new plant [...]

UPOU-FMDS Congratulates the Newly Appointed Professor Emeritus, Dr. Inocencio E. Buot, Jr.2025-07-07T11:17:52+08:00

UPOU-FMDS DIH Student Joins 2025 Precision Public Health Summer School in Taipei

2025-07-07T11:09:38+08:00

Ms. Janele Belegal, a student from the Diploma in International Health (DIH) program at the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), was among the 24 participants selected from over 300 applicants to attend the 2025 Precision Public Health Summer School hosted by the College of Public Health (COPH) of Taipei Medical University (TMU) from June 10 to 21, 2025. The program brought together emerging public health professionals from institutions in the Philippines and Thailand for an intensive academic and practical training experience. Featuring a series of lectures and institutional visits, the [...]

UPOU-FMDS DIH Student Joins 2025 Precision Public Health Summer School in Taipei2025-07-07T11:09:38+08:00

QAO Holds Second Metrics and Chill Session

2025-07-01T13:22:18+08:00

Participants of the second Metrics and Chill: Data Entry 101 session from UPOU delivery units The Quality Assurance Office (QAO) held its second session of Metrics and Chill in line with its program iQAO at aKOU that aims to streamline the quality assurance processes of the university. Held at the Audio-Visual Room, the second session focused on Data Entry at the Performance-Based Monitoring System (PBMS) Portal.  The morning session was headed by Supply and Property Management Office (SPMO) Chief Administrative Officer, Ms. Rhonna Marie Verena, and Program Development Associate for Institutional Linkages, Asst. Prof. Margaret Jarmin- Suarez, [...]

QAO Holds Second Metrics and Chill Session2025-07-01T13:22:18+08:00

FICS Faculty Members Pursue Doctoral Studies through UTS x UP Open Doctoral Collaboration Program

2025-07-07T11:43:49+08:00

Three faculty members from the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) of the UP Open University have been selected to participate in the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and University of the Philippines (UP) Doctoral Collaboration Program. They submitted their dissertation topics and proposals to their respective programs which were subsequently approved by the relevant academic units at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Assistant Professor Cecille Moldez has begun pursuing her research on data analytics and visualization under the UTS Transdisciplinary School, beginning May 2025. On the other hand, Assistant Professor Joyce Mae Vega will be working on [...]

FICS Faculty Members Pursue Doctoral Studies through UTS x UP Open Doctoral Collaboration Program2025-07-07T11:43:49+08:00

Abstract Submission Extended for IFSS 2025: Join the Global Dialogue on Sustainable Food Systems

2025-07-02T14:40:57+08:00

The deadline for abstract submissions to the 3rd International Forum on Sustainable Science (IFSS 2025) has been extended to 30 July 2025. Researchers, advocates, and practitioners in sustainability science are invited to contribute to a global conversation on transforming food systems. This year’s forum, themed “Circularity, Renewability, and Regenerative Futures for Food Systems,” will take place on 17-18 September 2025 at The Negros Residences, Bacolod City, Philippines. IFSS 2025 will explore innovative approaches to the way food is grown, distributed, consumed, and governed—integrating indigenous knowledge, scientific research, and community-driven solutions to meet today’s complex sustainability challenges. Building on previous forums, [...]

Abstract Submission Extended for IFSS 2025: Join the Global Dialogue on Sustainable Food Systems2025-07-02T14:40:57+08:00

UPOU holds First Friendly Match Between Staff and Students

2025-06-27T17:25:00+08:00

In celebration of UP’s Linggo ng Unibersidad 2025 and as part of the university’s thrust to promote a Healthy University, the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) held its “UPOU Wellness through Sports: Friendly Match Between Staff and Students” on 18 June 2025 at the UPOU Multipurpose Hall (MPH), UPOU headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna. The event brought together employees and students in a day of friendly competition, wellness, and community building, spearheaded by the Wellness, Healthy Lifestyle and Sports Committee, in cooperation with the Office of Student Affairs, University Student Council, and the UPOU Basketball and Volleyball Teams. [...]

UPOU holds First Friendly Match Between Staff and Students2025-06-27T17:25:00+08:00

From Mentorship to Scholarship: FICS Professor and Mentee Present at International Qualitative Conference in Canada

2025-07-01T13:59:40+08:00

As part of the research mentoring process, Professor Jean A. Saludadez of the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) of the University of the Philippines Open University, together with Dr. Christine Faith Avila of the Ateneo de Davao University, a dissertation mentee of Professor Saludadez, participated at the 41st Annual Qualitative Analysis Conference held from 18 to 20 June 2025 at the Delta Hotels Quebec, Old Quebec City, Canada. With the theme The Temporality of Lived Experience and Everyday Lives, the conference brought together scholars and practitioners from around the world to share insights and innovations in qualitative research [...]

From Mentorship to Scholarship: FICS Professor and Mentee Present at International Qualitative Conference in Canada2025-07-01T13:59:40+08:00

Step Inside the Future of Education: Exploring UPOU’s Immersive Open Pedagogies Program

2025-06-27T12:12:07+08:00

Imagine a classroom that breaks down the barriers of traditional learning, a space where education is not confined to walls, but expands into immersive, digital landscapes. At UP Open University (UPOU), steps are being taken to enhance the learning experience through immersive open pedagogies. Immersive technology allows us to blend virtual and real worlds so you feel that you are a part of the experience. Virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) are examples of immersive technologies.  Dr. Roberto Figueroa, Jr. is a leading researcher in immersive  open pedagogies (IOP) in the Philippines. His passion for IOPs [...]

Step Inside the Future of Education: Exploring UPOU’s Immersive Open Pedagogies Program2025-06-27T12:12:07+08:00

Lahad, Layag, Ladlad: Sining bilang Daluyan ng Makulay na Kwento ng mga LGBTQIA+

2025-06-27T11:12:10+08:00

UPOU faculty, staff, and students celebrate Pride Month through “Lahad, Layag, Ladlad: Sining bilang Daluyan ng Makulay na Kwento ng mga LGBTQIA+” at the UPOU Mega Learning Hub, UPOU-DICT Building, Diliman, Quezon City on 19 June 2025. The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), through the Office of Gender Concerns (OGC), held the “Lahad, Layag, Ladlad: Sining bilang Daluyan ng Makulay na Kwento ng mga LGBTQIA+” at the UPOU Mega Learning Hub, UPOU-DICT Building, Diliman, Quezon City on 19 June 2025. The event intended to bring together faculty, staff, and students in celebration of Pride Month to [...]

Lahad, Layag, Ladlad: Sining bilang Daluyan ng Makulay na Kwento ng mga LGBTQIA+2025-06-27T11:12:10+08:00
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