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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

UPOU Welcomes PhilCeCNet in Courtesy Visit

2025-06-26T17:29:54+08:00

(L-R:) Ms. Juliene Ferrer, Dr. Roberto Figueroa, Jr., Ms. Conchita Mirabueno, UPOU Chancellor Joane V. Serrano, Dr. Richard Amansec, Assistant Professor Emely Amoloza, and Assistant Professor Edmerson Calungsod. University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Chancellor Dr. Joane V. Serrano welcomed the Philippine Community eCenter Network (PhilCeCNet) on 4 June 2025 at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. The PhilCeCNet delegation included its President, Dr. Richard Amansec; Secretariat, Ms. Juliene Ferrer; and Region IVA and IVB Cluster Representative, Ms. Conchita Mirabueno. Chancellor Serrano was accompanied by Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) Dean, Dr. Roberto Figueroa [...]

UPOU Welcomes PhilCeCNet in Courtesy Visit2025-06-26T17:29:54+08:00

UPOU’s Dr. Rita Ramos Recognized for Inclusive Innovation

2025-06-25T13:32:21+08:00

While many innovations have led to new products for the consumer market, others create value by addressing the problems of the marginalized. One such innovation is the project led by Dr. Rita C. Ramos, Assistant Professor and Program Chair of the Master of Arts Nursing program at UP Open University’s Faculty of Management and Development Studies.  Her project, The Filipinized Learning Management System with Relevant Learning Experience (RLE), was recognized by the University of the Philippines (UP) for ”its outstanding innovation that upholds the ideals of honor and excellence in the service of the Filipino nation.” The recognition was conferred [...]

UPOU’s Dr. Rita Ramos Recognized for Inclusive Innovation2025-06-25T13:32:21+08:00

Panahon, Panoorin, Paggunita: UPOU Celebrates Linggo ng Unibersidad with Community Art and Cinema

2025-06-25T14:33:59+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), in partnership with the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) and UPOU University Student Council, celebrated the 117th founding anniversary of the University of the Philippines with a hybrid community art and cinema experience entitled: “Panahon, Panoorin, Paggunita” on 18 June 2025 at the Centennial Center for Digital Learning (CCDL) Auditorium. Headed by FICS Asst. Prof. Shari Eunice T. San Pablo, Program Development Associate for Culture and the Arts, the participatory drawing event aims to engage students, faculty, and staff to watch a Philippine film selection and create illustrations in [...]

Panahon, Panoorin, Paggunita: UPOU Celebrates Linggo ng Unibersidad with Community Art and Cinema2025-06-25T14:33:59+08:00

UPOU Students Win Big as Co-Recipients in Gawad Pangulo

2025-07-01T10:35:09+08:00

Two teams with student innovators from the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) were recognized as co-recipients of the prestigious Gawad Pangulo sa Natatanging Inobasyon ng Mag-aaral 2025, a system-wide search for outstanding innovation projects across the UP constituent universities. The awarding ceremony was held at the Atencio-Libunao Hall, UP Diliman, celebrating creativity, collaboration, and impact-driven innovation. Watch! Tap! Shop! One of the award-winning innovations, Watch! Tap! Shop!, was a collaborative project between students from UPOU and UP Diliman. The team includes Rajan Joaquin Llaguno (UPOU), Erickson Llaguno (UPD), Anna Porsche Gutierrez (UPOU), and Jordan Rae Costanilla [...]

UPOU Students Win Big as Co-Recipients in Gawad Pangulo2025-07-01T10:35:09+08:00
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