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FMDS Dean Taylan serves as resource speaker in national engagements on gender-responsive and social development education

2026-05-05T16:43:19+08:00

Dr. Finafor F. Taylan, Dean of the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), actively contributed to two significant academic and professional gatherings in April 2026, serving as keynote speaker and resource speaker in events that advanced gender-responsive education and social development practice. On April 23, 2026, Dr. Taylan served as a Resource Speaker during the training titled “Advancing Gender and Development (GAD) in Open and Distance E-Learning (ODeL): Empowering Teaching and Non-Teaching Personnel for Inclusive and Gender-Responsive Education,” organized by the Pangasinan State University (PSU) Open University Systems and Gender and Development [...]

FMDS Dean Taylan serves as resource speaker in national engagements on gender-responsive and social development education2026-05-05T16:43:19+08:00

UP VINTA visits OFWs in Hanoi—showcasing Filipino’s sense of community beyond borders

2026-04-30T16:14:15+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), through the University of the Philippines Ventures for International and Transformative Academia (UP VINTA), conducted a hybrid information session and community engagement with overseas Filipinos in Hanoi, Vietnam on 24–25 April 2026. UPOU delegation with Ocean Edu officials and teachers during the Hybrid Information Session. The first day of activities at Ocean Edu International Education System, gathered around 30 participants who joined both online and on-site. The session introduced UPOU’s open and distance learning programs, highlighting flexible study options designed for working professionals, including overseas Filipinos seeking to pursue further [...]

UP VINTA visits OFWs in Hanoi—showcasing Filipino’s sense of community beyond borders2026-04-30T16:14:15+08:00

UPOU Conducts 4th External Quality Review for DLVM and MPM Programs

2026-04-30T14:51:35+08:00

(1) 4th External Quality Review banner; (2) DLVM and MPM Reviewers with VCAA Aurora Lacaste and QAO Director Ria Valerie Cabanes, together with the DLVM and MPM SAR Writing Teams and other participants at the Opening Ceremony of the 4th External Quality Review; (3) DLVM and MPM SAR Writing Teams and Reviewers, together with QAO Director Ria Valerie Cabanes and VCAA Aurora Lacaste at the Closing Ceremony of the 4th External Quality Review; (4) Participants during the Closing Ceremony of the 4th External Quality Review. The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), through the Quality Assurance Office [...]

UPOU Conducts 4th External Quality Review for DLVM and MPM Programs2026-04-30T14:51:35+08:00

Chancellor Serrano leads UPOU delegation in Vietnam for 28th OU5 Bi-annual Research Summit

2026-05-05T08:25:10+08:00

University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Chancellor, Dr. Joane V. Serrano, together with officials, faculty, and research staff members, participated in the 28th OU5 (Open University 5) Bi-annual Research Summit hosted by Hanoi Open University in Quang Ninh Province from 20 to 24 April 2026. Chancellor Serrano delivered the keynote address for the International Conference as part of the 28th OU5 Bi-annual Research Summit. The OU5 Research Summit included an International Conference on Digital Economy in the Era of Artificial Intelligence held on 21 April 2026 where Chancellor Serrano delivered the keynote presentation titled “Reimagining the Digital [...]

Chancellor Serrano leads UPOU delegation in Vietnam for 28th OU5 Bi-annual Research Summit2026-05-05T08:25:10+08:00

🌏 Happy Earth Month! 🍃 Here’s what you need to know about the Master of Climate and Disaster Resilience (MCDR) Program

2026-04-28T15:03:26+08:00

Happy Earth Month!  Here’s what you need to know about the Master of Climate and Disaster Resilience (MCDR) Program: As we celebrate Earth Month this April, we make waves of change  through education  and the strengthening of resilient communities. Caring for our planet begins with informed, collective action . The Master of Climate and Disaster Resilience (MCDR) program of the UPOU-FMDS, in collaboration with the UP Resilience Institute, aims to equip changemakers with the knowledge and skills to lead in climate action  and disaster resilience. Interested in being part of this change? Admissions are ongoing for the First Semester, A.Y. 2026–2027. [...]

🌏 Happy Earth Month! 🍃 Here’s what you need to know about the Master of Climate and Disaster Resilience (MCDR) Program2026-04-28T15:03:26+08:00

UPOU FMDS project team’s data collection activity in Compostela, Cebu reimagines marine permaculture

2026-04-28T14:46:06+08:00

The project team conducted a three-day data collection activity in Compostela, Cebu last 14-16 April 2026 as part of the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST PCAARD)-funded project titled “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.” The data collection activities were conducted in Compostela Cebu, such in the Compostela Municipal Hall, Brgy. Estaca, and Climate Foundation. This site was selected to represent the permaculture occurring in the aquatic ecosystem. Through this activity, the team gathered information on the unique [...]

UPOU FMDS project team’s data collection activity in Compostela, Cebu reimagines marine permaculture2026-04-28T14:46:06+08:00

UPOU-FMDS, UPRHS champion permaculture principles for Grade 11 STEAM

2026-04-28T14:48:25+08:00

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), through the UPOU Perma G.A.R.D.E.N. (Growing Appreciation towards Resilience, Development, Entrepreneurship, and Nutrition) team, delivered a special lecture session for the Grade 11 students of the UP Rural High School (UPRHS) on 21 April 2026 at the UPRHS Paciano Rizal, Bay, Laguna. This lecture aimed to provide the students with the opportunity to learn directly from experts about pressing global issues and sustainable solutions. While highlighting the role of permaculture practices in promoting environmental sustainability, community resilience, and responsible stewardship of natural systems, [...]

UPOU-FMDS, UPRHS champion permaculture principles for Grade 11 STEAM2026-04-28T14:48:25+08:00

UP Open University champions rich avifaunal diversity through Permaculture

2026-04-27T16:52:34+08:00

Striated Grassbird (Megalurus palustris) spotted in the southern portion of the garden, across the UPOU World Class and Multimedia Production Building Source: Dr. Jabez Joshua Flores Spotted Dove (Spilopelia chinensis) Source: Dr. Jabez Joshua Flores Black-naped Oriole (Oriolus chinensis) Source: Dr. Jabez Joshua Flores Brown Shrike (Lanius cristatus) Source: Dr. Jabez Joshua Flores Blue-tailed Bee-eater (Merops philippinus) spotted in the UPOU Perma G.A.R.D.E.N. Source: Dr. Jabez Joshua Flores Yellow-vented Bulbul (Pycnonotus goiavier) Source: Dr. Jabez Joshua Flores The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) kicked off 2026 with joyous news as the UPOU Perma G.A.R.D.E.N. (Growing Appreciation [...]

UP Open University champions rich avifaunal diversity through Permaculture2026-04-27T16:52:34+08:00

UPOU, MSU-Maguindanao forge partnership to expand ODeL, Academic Collaboration

2026-05-04T17:54:25+08:00

UPOU Chancellor Joane Serrano (2nd from right) joins the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing alongside (L–R): Assoc. Prof. Grant Warren D. Lu, UPOU’s Mr. Remsce Pasahol, MSU Chancellor Dr. Bai Hejira Nefertiti M. Limbona, and MSU Professor Dr. Ramjie Odin. The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and Mindanao State University (MSU) – Maguindanao formalized a partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a significant step toward strengthening collaboration in open and distance eLearning (ODeL), academic programs, and community-oriented initiatives. Mindanao State University-Maguindanao (MSU-Maguindanao), one of the state universities in the Bangsamoro Autonomous [...]

UPOU, MSU-Maguindanao forge partnership to expand ODeL, Academic Collaboration2026-05-04T17:54:25+08:00

World Citi Colleges benchmarks UPOU’s ODeL practices

2026-04-28T14:51:38+08:00

Dir. Ria Valerie Cabanes (3rd from right) with delegates from WCC and UPOU staff: (L–R) Ms. Marinela Hernandez (UPOU), Dr. Marmelo V. Abante (WCC), Mr. Francis Origenes (WCC), Ms. Maelyn Pisueña (UPOU), Dr. Ma. Cristina J. Estioco (WCC), and Mr. John Mark S. Borbon (WCC). The UP Open University (UPOU) welcomed delegates from World Citi Colleges (WCC) for a benchmarking activity focused on the UPOU’s Open and Distance eLearning (ODeL) practices on 22 April 2026 at the Office of the Chancellor Conference Room at its headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna.. The session was facilitated by Asst. Prof.  Ria [...]

World Citi Colleges benchmarks UPOU’s ODeL practices2026-04-28T14:51:38+08:00
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