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UPOU’s 29th Commencement: A Historic First at the UPOU International Convention Center

2025-12-12T15:03:07+08:00

On 6 December 2025, the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) held its 29th Commencement Exercises—a landmark moment as the ceremony was hosted for the first time at the newly opened UPOU International Convention Center (ICC) in Los Baños, Laguna.  The event marked another significant first: it was the inaugural commencement rites under UPOU Chancellor Joane V. Serrano, who assumed office in March 2025, and University Registrar Asst. Prof. Blancaflor Arada, who took office in July 2025. For many graduates, this gathering was also their first opportunity to set foot on UPOU grounds, meet their professors in person, and [...]

UPOU’s 29th Commencement: A Historic First at the UPOU International Convention Center2025-12-12T15:03:07+08:00

UPOU to Hold 29th Commencement Exercises this December 6

2025-11-19T16:31:16+08:00

UPOU 29th Commencement Exercises Poster The UP Open University (UPOU) will hold the last UP Commencement Exercises of the year on 6 December 2025. More than 700 students from across the Philippines and around the world will gather at UPOU’s headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna, marking a milestone that is both personal for the graduates and historic for the university. For many in the Class of 2025—from the associate to doctoral programs—this event will be their first time stepping onto the UPOU campus. Among them are learners earning their first UP degree, as well as alumni completing their [...]

UPOU to Hold 29th Commencement Exercises this December 62025-11-19T16:31:16+08:00

Survey on the Selection of the 2025 UPOU Commencement Exercises Speaker

2025-09-11T15:23:19+08:00

To all UPOU Graduating Students, Faculty, Staff members, and Alumni, The University of the Philippines Open University is in the process of selecting the Speaker for the 2025 UPOU Commencement Exercises. Your input will be valuable in helping us choose a speaker who reflects our values and can inspire our graduates. Participation in this survey is voluntary, and you may choose not to answer any question or to withdraw at any time without penalty. Your responses will be kept confidential and will be used solely for the purpose of informing the selection of the commencement speaker. No identifying information [...]

Survey on the Selection of the 2025 UPOU Commencement Exercises Speaker2025-09-11T15:23:19+08:00

Submission of Application for Graduation for  First Trimester and First Semester AY 2025-2026

2025-09-11T14:45:20+08:00

12 September 2025 For: UPOU Graduating Students Re: Submission of Application for Graduation for  First Trimester and First Semester AY 2025-2026 From: Office of the University Registrar ___________________________________________________________________ In line with the University policy, "No Application, No Graduation" rule, all UPOU graduating students for the First Trimester and First Semester AY 2025-2026 should submit their applications for graduation on or before the following deadlines: September 20, 2025 - for First Semester AY 2025-2026 October 18, 2025 - for First Trimester, AY 2025-2026 All applications will undergo a thorough evaluation, and graduation will only be confirmed upon approval by the [...]

Submission of Application for Graduation for  First Trimester and First Semester AY 2025-20262025-09-11T14:45:20+08:00

UPOU Graduates 611 this 2024

2025-02-11T15:04:38+08:00

After a few days of rain, the sky was wonderfully clear on 7 December 2024 when UP Open University (UPOU) held its 28th Commencement Exercises at its Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. Six hundred-eleven students have successfully completed the requirements for their degree programs at UPOU, and this is one of the days, if not the only day, they will ever step foot on their alma mater and meet their professors and classmates.  On 7 December, graduates were welcomed at the UPOU Community Hub where refreshments were served.  The 28th Commencement ceremony started at 3:30 PM with the procession [...]

UPOU Graduates 611 this 20242025-02-11T15:04:38+08:00

FMDS Holds Recognition and Fellowship Program for the Class of 2024

2024-12-18T12:30:02+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) held its Recognition and Fellowship Program to celebrate the successful completion of the Class of 2024 on 6 December 2024, at the UPOU Oblation Plaza.  Dr. Joane V. Serrano, the Dean of FMDS, welcomed the 285 graduates from the 12 degree programs. She applauded the efforts and perseverance of the graduating class despite the multiple demands associated with distance learning.  She reminded the new graduates of their mission to use their ideas and action to transform the world. “Ngayon, kayo ang tagapagpatuloy ng ating mga adhikain sa [...]

FMDS Holds Recognition and Fellowship Program for the Class of 20242024-12-18T12:30:02+08:00

FICS Holds 2024 Recognition and Thanksgiving for Graduates

2024-12-18T10:49:30+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) held its Recognition and Thanksgiving 2024 last 6 December 2024, at the UPOU World Class Multimedia Production Building in Los Baños, Laguna. The program opened with the singing of the national anthem and a welcome message from the Dean, Dr. Diego S. Maranan. Dean Maranan congratulated the 174 students from the undergraduate and graduate programs. He recognized that the students navigated countless special forces, overcame big challenges, and faced varied obstacles yet they have thrived for their journey. Their time, patience, perseverance, and grit [...]

FICS Holds 2024 Recognition and Thanksgiving for Graduates2024-12-18T10:49:30+08:00

FEd Holds Recognition and Fellowship Program for the Class of 2024

2024-12-18T10:41:20+08:00

The Faculty of Education (FEd) held its Recognition Rites and Fellowship Program for the 2024 graduates on 6 December 2024, at the Centennial Center for Digital Learning (CCDL) Auditorium, UPOU Headquarters. The event was opened by the Dean of the Faculty of Education, Asst. Prof. Charisse T. Reyes. She mentioned that being in an Open University, contrary to popular belief about online education, is not ”an easy-peasy kind of journey” and therefore, this recognition and graduation of the students is indeed an achievement to be celebrated. Another inspirational message was given by Dr. Jonathan Barcelo, an alumnus of the [...]

FEd Holds Recognition and Fellowship Program for the Class of 20242024-12-18T10:41:20+08:00

UPOU Congratulates the Class of 2024 Academic Achievers

2024-12-12T13:31:45+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) celebrates the brilliance of the 611 graduates, of which 46 received Latin honors and 109 graduated with distinctions in the 28th Commencement Exercises held last 7 December 2024. Coming from different backgrounds, locations, and stories, these graduates testify how UPOU fulfills its mandate of providing quality and accessible education for all. This year UPOU produced two (2) summa cum laude, both of which came from the Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies (BAMS). Another set of 25 students graduated with magna cum laude awards, 23 of which came from BAMS and [...]

UPOU Congratulates the Class of 2024 Academic Achievers2024-12-12T13:31:45+08:00

UPOU’s 28th Commencement Exercises Slated for 7 December

2024-11-08T17:04:57+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University is set to hold its 28th Commencement Exercises on 7 December 2024, at its headquarters in Los Baños. Laguna. More than 600 students have been confirmed for their graduation from the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Trimester, and 1st, 2nd Semester, and Mid-year Term of the Academic Year 2023-2024. The UPOU Class of 2024 is composed of 611 graduates. One hundred twenty-five of these graduates are from the three undergraduate programs; 48 are from the two graduate certificate programs; 261 are from the 11 graduate diploma programs; 157 are from the 12 master’s [...]

UPOU’s 28th Commencement Exercises Slated for 7 December2024-11-08T17:04:57+08:00
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