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Leaders’ pledge and WACS highlight UPOU’s commitment to a sustainable future

2026-03-23T17:55:16+08:00

As part of the 31st Anniversary celebration of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU),  and in line with its advocacy towards sustainability, a Waste Analysis and Characterization Study (WACS) and the “Transitioning to a Sustainable University: Leaders’ Pledge” were held. This happened on 25 February 2026 at the UPOU IMDPO parking area at its headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. Anchored on the anniversary theme, “Weaving Intelligent Futures: Sustainability, Well-Being, Learning, and Intrapreneurship in the UPOU of Tomorrow,” the activity highlighted the University’s commitment to the transitioning of UPOU to become a sustainable university, and reinforced the vision [...]

Leaders’ pledge and WACS highlight UPOU’s commitment to a sustainable future2026-03-23T17:55:16+08:00

UPOU FMDS project team’s data collection activity in Pitogo, Quezon advances women-led permaculture

2026-03-05T17:28:05+08:00

The research team of the project entitled, “Participatory Approach in Assessing and Promoting Women-led Permaculture among Selected Permaculture Sites in the Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources (AANR) Sectors in the Philippines” from the University of the Philippines Open University Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU FMDS) conducted a three-day data collection activity from 26-28 February 2026 in Pitogo, Quezon. This is part of a Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST PCAARD) – funded project aimed at strengthening women-led permaculture initiatives in the Philippines. The project seeks to examine how [...]

UPOU FMDS project team’s data collection activity in Pitogo, Quezon advances women-led permaculture2026-03-05T17:28:05+08:00

Coffee Project Presented at Philippine Investment Forum on Coffee and Bamboo

2026-03-05T17:16:14+08:00

On 21-23 January 2026, the project leader of the Coffee Project, Dr. Joane V. Serrano, together with the co-project leader, Dr. Sherry B. Marasigan, was invited by the Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries to present the project titled “Enhancing the Sustainability, Profitability, and Inclusiveness of Coffee Value Chains Involving the IP Communities: The Case of Kiangan and Asipulo, Ifugao and Patikul, Sulu” at the Philippine Investment Forum on Coffee and Bamboo in Malaybalay, Bukidnon. This forum aimed to establish a roadmap for investment, policy, support, and infrastructure development to ensure the long-term viability of sustainable agroforestry systems. The coffee [...]

Coffee Project Presented at Philippine Investment Forum on Coffee and Bamboo2026-03-05T17:16:14+08:00

UPOU-FMDS and SGRA explore the many faces of Ali at the 49th Sustainable Shared Growth Seminar

2026-03-05T17:07:15+08:00

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS)  of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), in partnership with the Sekiguchi Global Research Association (SGRA) of the Atsumi International Foundation (AISF), held the 49th Sustainable Shared Growth Seminar on The Many Faces of Alitaptap: A Kaizen Approach to Community Currency at UPOU last 20 February 2026 at the UPOU Audiovisual Room and via Zoom. The seminar aimed to further strengthen the Ali community currency initiative in UPOU through kaizen, or continuous improvement, while also preparing for a panel session at the Asia Future Conference 8, which will take place in August 2026 [...]

UPOU-FMDS and SGRA explore the many faces of Ali at the 49th Sustainable Shared Growth Seminar2026-03-05T17:07:15+08:00

FICS Dean serves as guest speaker at Nihongo Fiesta 2026

2026-03-05T16:32:51+08:00

Further advancing its commitment to internationalization and cultural dialogue, the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) participated in the Nihongo Fiesta 2026 held on 28 February 2026 at the Shangri-La Plaza Mall. Assoc. Prof. Roberto Figueroa Jr., Dean of the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS), served as guest speaker during the 53rd Nihongo Speech Contest, one of its most anticipated highlights. In his address titled “糸 (Ito): The Invisible Thread That Weaves Hearts Across Borders,” Dean Figueroa the transformative power of foreign language learning as a bridge toward empathy, collaboration, and global understanding. He highlighted how intercultural communication resonates with [...]

FICS Dean serves as guest speaker at Nihongo Fiesta 20262026-03-05T16:32:51+08:00

UPOU to launch VINTAlakayan Pilot Episode on 7 March

2026-03-05T16:41:23+08:00

VINTAlakayan Episode 1 will feature Asst. Prof. LJ Saludadez and Dr. Max Maquito. The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), through the UP VINTA (Ventures for International and Transformative Academia) program, will officially launch VINTAlakayan Episode 1 on 7 March 2026, 10:00 AM PHT via the UPOU Facebook Page. The inaugural episode centers on migration, integration, and the everyday experiences of Filipinos in Japan. Titled “The Wabi-sabi of the Less Trodden Path,” the episode will feature Dr. Ferdinand “Max” C. Maquito with Asst. Prof. Lorena Jean D. Saludadez, UPOU Assistant to the Chancellor for VINTA as the [...]

UPOU to launch VINTAlakayan Pilot Episode on 7 March2026-03-05T16:41:23+08:00

UPOU, partners launch 9th phase of CEPDeL to strengthen teacher development in Mauban, Quezon

2026-03-04T15:23:18+08:00

UPOU officials with representatives from the Department of Education – Quezon, the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Mauban, Quezon Power Limited (QPL), UPOU Foundation Inc. (UPOUFI), and the teacher-scholars. The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) formally launched the ninth phase of the Continuing Education Program through Distance eLearning (CEPDeL-TDP9) on 2 March 2026 at the Audio-Visual Room, UPOU Headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna. The program is implemented in partnership with the Department of Education – Quezon, the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Mauban, Quezon Power, Limited (QPL), and UPOU Foundation, Inc. (UPOUFI). The initiative continues its [...]

UPOU, partners launch 9th phase of CEPDeL to strengthen teacher development in Mauban, Quezon2026-03-04T15:23:18+08:00

QAO celebrates 3rd anniversary with QA launch and QA booth

2026-03-04T14:30:36+08:00

(L-R, 4th onward) Asst. Prof. Ria Valerie Cabanes, Director of the UPOU Quality Assurance Office (QAO), with Prof. Jean Saludadez, UPOU Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration; Prof. Joane Serrano, UPOU Chancellor; Prof. Alyssa Peleo-Alampay, Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs (Quality Assurance) of the UP System; and Assoc. Prof. Aurora Lacaste, UPOU Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, during the QA Launch: TalaQAyan 2025 and the Display of UP and UPOU Quality Policies. The Quality Assurance Office (QAO) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) marked its third anniversary on 27 February 2026 with two [...]

QAO celebrates 3rd anniversary with QA launch and QA booth2026-03-04T14:30:36+08:00

UPOU chapter highlights employee welfare at 2026 AUPAEU general assembly

2026-03-04T16:04:06+08:00

The All U.P. Academic Employees Union (AUPAEU) – UPOU Chapter joined academic sectors across the University of the Philippines system for the 2026 General Assembly (GA) held on February 26–27, 2026, at the Benito Sy Auditorium, UP Diliman, Quezon City. Under the theme “Unyonista, Sumulong, Manindigan: Labanan ang Korapsyon, Itaguyod ang Nakabubuhay na Sahod, Trabaho at Karapatan,” the chapter highlighted its organizational growth and presented its agenda for employee welfare. During the Ulat Balangay (Chapter Reports), Dr. Connie Habito, member of the UPOU Chapter Board of Directors, presented the chapter’s landmark achievements on behalf of President Dr. Queenie Ridulme. [...]

UPOU chapter highlights employee welfare at 2026 AUPAEU general assembly2026-03-04T16:04:06+08:00
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