Meeting with the Mayor of San Mateo, Rizal to Discuss Upcoming CIDAS Program Initiatives for Citizens

In a proactive move towards community development, a meeting was convened between representatives from the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) and the esteemed Mayor of San Mateo, Rizal, Hon. Bartolome Rivera on 11 April 2024 at the Municipal Hall, Brgy. Guitnang Bayan 1, San Mateo, Rizal. The meeting aimed to discuss the forthcoming program, Leadership Innovation through People-centered and Accountable Governance and Digital Transformation (LIPAD) Barangay Certificate Program, under the larger research and public service agenda titled Community Inclusivity, Digital Transformation and Acceleration towards Sustainability (CIDAS). The meeting was attended [...]

Meeting with the Mayor of San Mateo, Rizal to Discuss Upcoming CIDAS Program Initiatives for Citizens2024-04-23T09:19:12+08:00

Registration for DilGames 2024 is Now Open to UPOU Students!

The Faculty of Education wishes to inform our students that DilGames now permits UPOU students to participate in all their physical sports and esports events! Important details are as follows: Applications are due by April 22, 2024, at 5:00 PM. DilGames runs from April 29 to June 18, 2024. Applications are for individuals only. (If you intend to participate as part of a team, please register individually. We may arrange an internal discussion with you afterwards.) Eligibility Must be currently enrolled at UPOU for Second Semester/Trimester of AY 2023-2024. Guest players who completed their degree program during the 1st [...]

Registration for DilGames 2024 is Now Open to UPOU Students!2024-04-17T08:32:31+08:00

PHILARM holds a Special Orientation on Membership Application for D/MR&DM Students, Alumni, and Faculty

A special orientation on the membership application of the Philippine Association of Research Managers, Inc. (PHILARM) for the Diploma in/Master of Research and Development Management (D/MR&DM) students, alumni, and faculty was held on 06 April 2024, 2:00-4:00 pm, via Zoom. There were 38 D/MR&DM students, alumni, and faculty who participated in the orientation. The orientation started with an introduction from the D/MR&DM Program Chair, Dr. Leo Mendel Rosario, on the initiatives of the University of the Philippines Open University-Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDs) for the professional growth of its students, alumni, and faculty. After which, the PHILARM Founder [...]

PHILARM holds a Special Orientation on Membership Application for D/MR&DM Students, Alumni, and Faculty2024-04-19T15:34:16+08:00

MindsMatter@FMDS Relaunches to Support FMDS Faculty and Staff Wellness

The MindsMatter@FMDS program which aims to comprehensively address health and wellness concerns among faculty and staff at the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) was relaunched on 19 March 2024 at the Oblation Hall, UPOU Headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna. The program provides access to a holistic support system, emphasizing the importance of mental and physical well-being.  FMDS faculty and staff initially gathered to recognize the winners of the previous year’s wellness challenge. Ms. Wyomia Pradas, FMDS Administrative Officer and Dr. Joane Serrano, FMDS Dean were awarded as 1st runner-up, while Ms. Josephine Macale, FMDS Administrative Assistant was declared as [...]

MindsMatter@FMDS Relaunches to Support FMDS Faculty and Staff Wellness2024-04-19T12:04:53+08:00

Students and Faculty Discuss “Women and Gender Studies” as Women’s Month Comes to a Close

The Office of Gender Concerns (OGC) and Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA) held a Research Conversation on Women and Gender Studies to mark the end of the Women’s Month Celebration on 4 April 2024. This is the second installment of the Gender Equality Matters (GEM) Forum Series and was live-streamed on the OGC Facebook page. This program aims to further shine light on women’s issues and gender equality by providing a platform for the studies conducted by the students and faculty members of UP. The discussion featured four guest speakers, namely :(1) Mx. Ronacel dela [...]

Students and Faculty Discuss “Women and Gender Studies” as Women’s Month Comes to a Close2024-04-19T09:29:37+08:00

Advisory for Regular Holidays 9-10 April 2024

UP Open University (UPOU) will observe the regular holidays on 9-10 April 2024, in commemoration of the Day of Valor (Araw ng Kagitingan) and Eid'l Fitr. Should you have any inquiries or require assistance, please visit the UPOU website at https://www.upou.edu.ph/ or utilize the UPOU Helpdesk System at https://helpdesk.upou.edu.ph/. #UPOpenUniversity

Advisory for Regular Holidays 9-10 April 20242024-04-08T11:28:06+08:00

UPOU Welcomes Guimaras State University for Benchmarking Visit

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) hosted a benchmark meeting on 4 April 2024, for officials from Guimaras State University (GSU) at the UPOU Headquarters.  The GSU delegation, led by Dr. Ruby D. Catalan, Director of GSU Open University, aimed to learn from UPOU's expertise in online and distance eLearning, including UPOU structures and delivery of its online courses. The meeting also explored potential collaboration between the two universities. The benchmark presentation was led by Dr. Myra C. Almodiel, Director of the Office of Public Affairs (OPA). Joining her were Asst. Professor Mari Anjeli Crisanto, Director of [...]

UPOU Welcomes Guimaras State University for Benchmarking Visit2024-04-04T15:22:46+08:00

UPOU Blood Donation Drive

It’s that time of the year. The UP Open University once again invites you to help save lives by participating in its annual Blood Donation Drive happening on 18 April 2024, 9 AM, at the UPOU Academic Residences, UPOU HQ. Everyone is invited. It’s your opportunity to give, and your opportunity to help. Come and join us. Register at https://url.upou.edu.ph/UPOUBloodDonationDrive2024 Give blood. Help save a life. #UPOpenUniversity

UPOU Blood Donation Drive2024-04-04T10:11:32+08:00

Calling all UPOU Undergraduate Students

CALLING ALL UPOU UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS Are you interested in knowing what skills thrive in Sustainable Smart Manufacturing? The UP Open University, as part of the Open University 5 (OU5), is conducting a survey aimed at the evaluation of competencies and skills related to employability in the context of Sustainable Smart Manufacturing in the ASEAN region. You can fill out the competency assessment survey through this link: https://url.upou.edu.ph/OU5Survey #UPOpenUniversity

Calling all UPOU Undergraduate Students2024-04-03T13:13:29+08:00

Exploring Connected Realities: Highlights From The World Immersive Learning Labs Symposium

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), the Mixed, Augmented, and Virtual Realities (MAVR) Special Interest Group, and the Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (TUFS) Transpacific Bridge Program recently co-organized the second World Immersive Learning Labs Symposium (WILLS 2024). The event carried the theme “Connected Realities: Bridging Cultures and Disciplines Through Immersive Experiences” and was held at TUFS in Japan from 25-27 March 2024. Dr. Aya Fukuda, Assistant Professor at TUFS and Co-Chair of WILLS 2024, and Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, Chancellor of UPOU, delivered the introductory remarks at the beginning of the symposium. A thought-provoking session [...]

Exploring Connected Realities: Highlights From The World Immersive Learning Labs Symposium2024-04-03T13:55:16+08:00
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