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FEd UPOU Joins the Celebration of 2021 National Teachers’ Day

The Faculty of Education (FEd) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) joins the country in  celebrating the National Teachers’ Month (NTM). This month-long event runs from 5 September to 5 October 2021, with 5 October 2021 as the National Teachers’ Day. The National Teachers’ Day (NTD) has been celebrated every 5th of October since 1994 following the mandate of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The event honors the profession’s nobility while also promoting international teaching standards. NTD’s theme for the 2021 celebration is “Gurong Pilipino: Katuwang sa Hamon, Kasama sa Pagbangon.” According to UNESCO, this year’s theme [...]

FEd UPOU Joins the Celebration of 2021 National Teachers’ Day2021-10-08T18:09:06+08:00

AAOU Webinar: StudentSpirations on 8 October 2021

The Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) is conducting its second series of webinars titled AAOU Webinar: StudentSpirations. For the purpose of encouraging and motivating ODL learners and practitioners, AAOU has invited both lecturer/practitioners and students/alumni of AAOU member institutions to share their experience and insights. Theme: Student Attrition Date and time: 8 October 2021 | 10 AM (Jakarta Time / UTC+7) Platform: ZOOM and Youtube LIVE (registration in advance is required) Keynote Speaker 1: Dr. Benjamina G. Flor (Professor at University of the Philippines Open University) Keynote Speaker 2: Ruth Kirana (Co-Founder and CEO of Megana School; Alumni of Universitas Terbuka, [...]

AAOU Webinar: StudentSpirations on 8 October 20212021-10-05T13:00:47+08:00

UPOU’s Aruga Project Showcased in PCHRD’s Talakayang HeaRT BeaT

The University of the Philippines Open University’s (UPOU) project, Aruga sa Batang may Cancer (ABC) Initiative: A Web-based Pediatric Palliative Care Service Provider in the Philippines or “Aruga” was showcased at the Talakayang HeaRT Beat (Health Research and Technology) by the  Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD).  The episode aired live on 29 September 2021 at DOST-PCHRD’s Facebook Page. It featured five of the DOST’s projects on information and communications technology (ICT) for health that address current healthcare gaps in the country, one of which is the Aruga Project. DOST Secretary Fortunato [...]

UPOU’s Aruga Project Showcased in PCHRD’s Talakayang HeaRT BeaT2021-10-04T20:30:33+08:00

Bahaginan: Maging Kabahagi ng UP Mental Health Month

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: HALINA’T MAKIBAHAGI  Bahaginan is a well-being event where people are given space and time to have conversations about various topics. The event gives opportunities for people to have conversations outside day-to-day routine and get to know new people. In Bahaginan, individuals with topics of special interest to them (e.g. pets, photography, hobbies, specific life experiences, etc.), volunteer to have enjoyable life-giving conversations and to share their knowledge and passion with guests who share a similar interest in their topics. The conversations last for 30 minutes to an hour. The volunteers will be trained to engage [...]

Bahaginan: Maging Kabahagi ng UP Mental Health Month2021-10-04T17:50:24+08:00

Call for Nominations to the 4th Gawad Pangulo: Award for Excellence in Public Service

The University of the Philippines, through the Padayon Public Service Office, has made the Call for Nominations to the fourth Gawad Pangulo: Award for Excellence in Public Service. With the theme, Galing UP, Lingkod Bayan: Pagtugon sa Hamon ng Pandemya, the award aims to recognize excellent and outstanding COVID-related public service initiatives facilitated and implemented by faculty and staff in all UP Constituent Universities. For this year, fifteen (15) units will be conferred the award in a virtual ceremony on December 6, 2021 and receive a prize money of PhP 100,000.00 each. Colleges, departments, institutes, and other units in UP are enjoined [...]

Call for Nominations to the 4th Gawad Pangulo: Award for Excellence in Public Service2021-10-04T15:16:58+08:00

Open Talk 13 Tackles Entrepreneurship amidst the Pandemic

Three (3) graduates of the University of the Philippines Open University’s (UPOU) Continuing Education programs (CEP), and local entrepreneurs – Mr. Emilio B. Climaco, CHEFerd’s Farm Owner and a published author; Ms. Heidi Ricca Cruz-Del Rosario, Business Owner of Half the Price (HTP) Hub Women’s Clothing Store; and Mr. Joseph Erwin Frances R. Mituda, Owner of Frances Rapirap Mituda Review and Tutorial Center – shared their stories of entrepreneurship amid pandemic as resource speakers during the Open Talk 13: Pagnenegosyo sa Gitna ng Pandemya held on 22 September 2021, Wednesday, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM streamed live via UPOU [...]

Open Talk 13 Tackles Entrepreneurship amidst the Pandemic2023-04-20T13:57:30+08:00

Open Talk 14: Pagnenegosyo sa Panahon ng Pandemya Part 2

OPEN Talk features a Part 2 of the discussion about entrepreneurship amidst the pandemic. The entrepreneurs/social entrepreneurs share more experiences, challenges, lessons learned, and best practices on managing the online and offline enterprises in these challenging times. Join us again in the discussion with our resource speakers: ● Mr. Emilio B. Climaco, Farm Owner, CHEFerd's Farm, Brgy. Maulawin, Pagsanjan, Laguna ● Ms. Heidi Ricca Cruz-Del Rosario, Business Owner, Half the Price (HTP) Hub Women’s Clothing Store, Bulacan ● Mr. Joseph Erwin Frances R. Mituda, Owner, Frances Rapirap Mituda Review and Tutorial Center, Rizal, Laguna Joining again as moderators are: ● [...]

Open Talk 14: Pagnenegosyo sa Panahon ng Pandemya Part 22021-10-04T19:19:14+08:00

UPOU to Hold Virtual Student Orientation for AY 2021-2022

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Office of Student Affairs (OSA) is spearheading the UPOU Virtual Student Orientation 2021. The event will premiere on UPOU’s official Facebook Page and the UPOU Website on 11 October 2021, Monday, 10:00 AM PhT.   All new UPOU students for this academic year are encouraged to watch the virtual event. The orientation will provide the necessary information for studying via open and distance elearning (ODeL) at UPOU. This will also allow students to be able to navigate through the adjustments of online learning more smoothly, as well as know where to seek assistance [...]

UPOU to Hold Virtual Student Orientation for AY 2021-20222021-10-04T20:31:02+08:00

Bayanihan Na for the UP-PGH Blood Bank

The UP Philippine General Hospital blood stocks are in very critical levels. We encourage voluntary, non-remunerated, non-pre deposit, non-replacement donors (in accordance with the Republic Act 7199: National Blood Services Act). The blood donor center is open 7 days a week, including holidays, online scheduling is encouraged. Mobile blood drives in your area can be coordinated through the UP-PGH Blood Bank (look for Ms. Rore Enriquez: 85548400 local 3214/ 09474523667). For other inquiries, contact +63 947 488 2817. #UPOpenUniversity

Bayanihan Na for the UP-PGH Blood Bank2021-09-30T18:54:55+08:00

Has UP Lost its Soul?

On Ugnayan ng Pahinungód's 28th inception anniversary, we look back at the question that started it all. Read the complete article from the Philippine Daily Inquirer's June 6, 1993 issue here: bit.ly/HasUPLostItsSoul #Makibahagi #maglinkgod #MagPahinungod #UPOpenUniversity

Has UP Lost its Soul?2021-09-30T12:58:01+08:00
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