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Green light to sustainability: UPOU-ASEF partnership hold launch, roundtable discussion for PH Green Guide

2026-02-18T16:48:49+08:00

Distinguished guests from UP Open University (UPOU), Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF), local art groups representatives, and other UP units take a commemorative photo with the attendees of the Green Guide for the Philippines Launching Event. Photo courtesy of UPOU Office of Public Affairs UP Open University, through the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) and the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), in partnership with the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF), formally launches the 10th issue of the Creative Responses to Sustainability Series: Green Guide for the Philippines on 09 February 2026 at the UP Manila Museum of a [...]

Green light to sustainability: UPOU-ASEF partnership hold launch, roundtable discussion for PH Green Guide2026-02-18T16:48:49+08:00

UPOU Chancellor pays courtesy visits to Malaysian open and distance learning institutions

2026-02-18T14:30:35+08:00

Dr. Joane V. Serrano, Chancellor of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), recently conducted courtesy visits to two higher education institutions in Malaysia: the Universiti Sains Malaysia School of Distance Education (USM SDE) and Wawasan Open University (WOU) on 5-6 February, respectively.  The courtesy visits provided opportunities for institutional engagement and dialogue on shared interests in open and distance e-learning (ODeL), lifelong learning, and regional cooperation in higher education. During the visits, the Chancellor met with various faculty members and institutional leaders, allowing for exchanges on institutional contexts and priorities, as well as discussions on the broader role [...]

UPOU Chancellor pays courtesy visits to Malaysian open and distance learning institutions2026-02-18T14:30:35+08:00

Concentrix donates 50 computers to UPOU for Barangay Digital Transformation project

2026-02-04T09:46:46+08:00

UPOU officials and representatives from Concentrix Ph with FMDS Faculty and Staff during the turnover ceremony of computer units The Turnover Ceremony and Ceremonial Signing of the Deed of Donation between UPOU and Concentrix Philippines marked another milestone in strengthening their partnership. Held on 27 January 2026 at the UPOU Learning Commons in Los Baños, Laguna, the activity is part of the continuing initiatives of the Barangay Digital Transformation Hub, aimed at expanding access to digital education and strengthening community capacity-building. The event was attended by UPOU Chancellor Joane V. Serrano, Faculty of Management and Development Studies [...]

Concentrix donates 50 computers to UPOU for Barangay Digital Transformation project2026-02-04T09:46:46+08:00

UPOU welcomes Tarlac State University for benchmarking activity

2026-02-02T14:51:22+08:00

Officials from Tarlac State University met with Dir. Ria Valerie Cabanes during benchmarking at UPOU Headquarters The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) hosted the benchmarking visit of Tarlac State University (TSU) on 26 January 2026 at the Pook Ugnayan, UPOU Community Hub in Los Baños, Laguna. The activity aimed to foster knowledge exchange and explore potential collaborations, particularly in the areas of microcredentials, degree programs, and impact assessment initiatives. Representing UPOU were Asst. Prof.  Ria Valerie Cabanes, Quality Assurance Office (QAO) Director, and QAO University Research Associate, Ms. Maelyn Pisuena. Dir. Cabanes facilitated the discussions [...]

UPOU welcomes Tarlac State University for benchmarking activity2026-02-02T14:51:22+08:00

UPOU and Council for the Welfare of Children Formalize Partnership to Advance Child Rights and Governance

2025-12-04T08:24:48+08:00

L-R: Ms. Julie Ann Belen, CWC Planning Officer; Usec. Angelo Tapales, Executive Director V of CWC; Dr. Joane V. Serrano, UPOU Chancellor; Dr. Finaflor Taylan, Dean of the UPOU Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), together with the UPOU Faculty and Staff and CWC Delegates The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and the Council for the Welfare of Children (CWC) officially sealed their partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during a ceremonial signing held on 1 December 2025 at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna.  The event brought together key representatives from UPOU, [...]

UPOU and Council for the Welfare of Children Formalize Partnership to Advance Child Rights and Governance2025-12-04T08:24:48+08:00

Over 40 Overseas Filipinos Showed Interest in UPOU Programs in the Multi-Agency Service Caravan in Bangkok, Thailand

2025-11-28T16:35:39+08:00

The University of the Philippines Ventures for International and Transformative Academia (UP VINTA) was met with strong interest following its presentation and participation in the Multi-Agency Service Caravan (MASC) organized by the Philippine Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand, on 22 November 2025. Bringing together key Philippine government agencies, the MASC served as an important platform that allowed UPOU to connect with Filipinos living and working in Thailand. Representatives from participating Philippine government agencies during the 2025 MASC. Over 40 overseas Filipinos approached the UP VINTA booth, with most inquiries coming from Filipino teachers. During the consultations, OFWs shared the [...]

Over 40 Overseas Filipinos Showed Interest in UPOU Programs in the Multi-Agency Service Caravan in Bangkok, Thailand2025-11-28T16:35:39+08:00

UPOU and Pasig City Government Formalize Scholarship Partnership in Ceremonial Signing at People’s Hall

2025-11-28T08:22:29+08:00

L-R: Dr. Finaflor Taylan, Dr. Joane V. Serrano, Mayor Vico Sotto and Ms. Elvira Flores during the siging of agreement between UPOU and the city of Pasig. (Photo by Dona Lyn Piamonte) The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and the City Government of Pasig officially formalized their partnership today through the ceremonial signing of the Pasig Employee LEADS: A Scholarship Program for Lifelong Education and Development Success. The event was held on 27 November 2025 at the People’s Hall in Pasig City, which gathered key leaders from both institutions in a shared commitment to empower Pasig’s [...]

UPOU and Pasig City Government Formalize Scholarship Partnership in Ceremonial Signing at People’s Hall2025-11-28T08:22:29+08:00

Bringing Open, Accessible, and Quality Education for All

2025-11-28T16:14:00+08:00

On 15 November 2025, the “BuCor Training: Workforce Development for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs)” has officially started under the leadership of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Ugnayan ng Pahinungód, following the Tripartite Memorandum of Agreement entered into by and between the University of the Philippines (through the UPOU), the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor), and the University of the Philippines Alumni Association (UPAA). The program offers two specialized short courses, “Introduction to Permaculture: The Ethics of Permaculture and Design Principles” and “Digital Literacy and Principles of Graphic Design.” These courses have been carefully developed as Small Private [...]

Bringing Open, Accessible, and Quality Education for All2025-11-28T16:14:00+08:00

UPOU QAO Director Leads UPDEPPO’s Push Toward Microcredentials

2025-11-04T08:13:55+08:00

In line with the increasing need to develop microcredential programs that promote flexible, modular, and lifelong learning opportunities, the UP Open University (UPOU) continues to advance initiatives on short, stackable, and competency-based courses responsive to emerging professional and industry needs. Asst. Prof. Ria Valerie D. Cabanes, Director of the Quality Assurance Office (QAO) of UPOU and Member of the UPOU Microcredentials Committee, led the Orientation on Microcredential Courses held on 20 October 2025 at the UP Diliman Extension Programs in Pampanga and Olongapo (UPDEPPO).. Asst. Prof. Ria Valerie D. Cabanes of UPOU receives a certificate of appreciation from [...]

UPOU QAO Director Leads UPDEPPO’s Push Toward Microcredentials2025-11-04T08:13:55+08:00

UPOU and Shanghai Open University Sign MOU for Collaboration in Training, Exchange, and Resource Sharing

2025-09-30T15:36:18+08:00

MOU signing between UPOU and SOU Principal Signatories The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) welcomed representatives from the Shanghai Open University (SOU) for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on 25 September 2025 at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. This partnership formalizes the academic partnership between the two institutions.  UPOU, a pioneer and leader in open learning and distance education in the Philippines, remains committed to equipping Filipinos with essential knowledge and skills for the 21st century. SOU, formerly known as Shanghai TV University, mainly carries out Bachelor degree and Associate-Bachelor degree programmes [...]

UPOU and Shanghai Open University Sign MOU for Collaboration in Training, Exchange, and Resource Sharing2025-09-30T15:36:18+08:00
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