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Crossing Boundaries: BAMS Student Represents UPOU at Regen Asia Summit and Asian Undergraduate Symposium in Singapore

2025-09-08T13:38:33+08:00

A 4th year Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies (BAMS) student from the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), is one of the student organizers of the Regen Asia Summit (RAS) held in July this year at the National University of Singapore (NUS). Paulyana Gimel Battung stepped up to the challenge as the Programmes Deputy Director for the first Regen Asia Summit along with 30 other student organizers across Asia. The summit welcomed over 600 participants and 100 speakers, including Singapore President and NUS Chancellor, Tharman Shanmugaratnam. The Regen Asia Summit is part of NUS’ [...]

Crossing Boundaries: BAMS Student Represents UPOU at Regen Asia Summit and Asian Undergraduate Symposium in Singapore2025-09-08T13:38:33+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

Future-Focused: OVCAA Aligns Academic Strategies with UPOU’s Vision

2025-09-05T15:38:55+08:00

OVCAA officials and staff members during its strategic planning on 25-26 July 2025 at the Development Academy of the Philippines in Tagaytay City The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA) held its strategic planning on 25-26 July 2025 at the Development Academy of the Philippines in Tagaytay City. The two-day event was attended by the heads and key staff of the different units under OVCAA - Research and Publication, Instruction, Office of Student Affairs, Office of the University Registrar, Linkages, Library, and the Center for Open and Digital Teaching and Learning, in a focused effort [...]

Future-Focused: OVCAA Aligns Academic Strategies with UPOU’s Vision2025-09-05T15:38:55+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

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

Palarong Pinoy Brings Laughter, Team Spirit to UPOU’s Community-Building Day

2025-08-15T08:27:26+08:00

As part of the celebration of the investiture of the 5th Chancellor of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), the campus came alive with laughter, cheering, and nostalgic fun for an afternoon of traditional Filipino games on 30 July 2025 at the UPOU Multipurpose Hall, UPOU HQ in Los Baños, Laguna.  Dubbed “Palarong Pinoy: Sama-samang Laro, Sama-samang Sigla,” the activity was jointly organized by the Office of Public Affairs, the Human Resource Development Office, and the Office of Student Affairs. It was aimed to promote health and wellness through active play and physical engagement of the staff [...]

Palarong Pinoy Brings Laughter, Team Spirit to UPOU’s Community-Building Day2025-08-15T08:27:26+08:00

UPOU Chancellor Meets with Academic and Administrative Unions: A Step Toward a Stronger, United UPOU

2025-08-14T17:37:50+08:00

UP Open University (UPOU) Chancellor Joane V. Serrano met with the UPOU Chapters of the All UP Academic Employees Union (AUPAEU) and the All UP Workers Union (AUPWU) in a courtesy call aimed at strengthening collaboration, clarifying roles, and reaffirming shared commitments to employee welfare. UPOU Chancellor Joane Serrano (center) with members of the UPOU Administration, the All UP Workers Union - UPOU Chapter (left) and the All UP Academic Employees Union - UPOU Chapter (right). Representing the academic union were Dr. Queenie Ridulme, President of the AUPAEU - UPOU Chapter, Asst. Prof. Regine Bagalanon, Vice president for [...]

UPOU Chancellor Meets with Academic and Administrative Unions: A Step Toward a Stronger, United UPOU2025-08-14T17:37:50+08:00
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