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Dr. Agapito is the New BAMS Program Chair

2025-01-23T11:50:45+08:00

The Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) has named Dr. Benigno Agapito, Jr. as the new Chair of the Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies (BAMS) program. He takes over from Dr. Emely Amoloza, who served in the role until December 2024. During her term, Dr. Amoloza introduced the BAMS Colloquium and promoted undergraduate participation in academic conferences and foreign exchange opportunities. Dr. Agapito’s background in communication and multimedia arts, along with his role on the CHED Technical Panel for Multimedia Arts, brings new opportunities for further development and alignment of the program to industry trends. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Communication [...]

Dr. Agapito is the New BAMS Program Chair2025-01-23T11:50:45+08:00

Honoring Leaders in Women’s Advocacy: Dr. Carolyn Sobritchea and Dr. Melanie Reyes’ Milestones in Gender Advancement

2025-01-21T14:18:40+08:00

The Quezon City Government recognized Dr. Carolyn Sobritchea, a Professorial Lecturer from the University of the Philippines Open University Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU FMDS) under the Diploma in Women and Development (DWD) and Graduate Certificate in/Master of ASEAN Studies (GC/MAS) Programs, as the 2025 Gawad Tandang Sora Awardee. The awarding ceremony took place on 06 January 2025 during the tribute to Melchora Aquino, also known as “Tandang Sora”, in celebration of her 213th birth anniversary. The Gawad Tandang Sora Award which was established through the Quezon City Ordinance No. SP- 3070, S-2021, celebrates Filipina Citizens who exemplify the values and [...]

Honoring Leaders in Women’s Advocacy: Dr. Carolyn Sobritchea and Dr. Melanie Reyes’ Milestones in Gender Advancement2025-01-21T14:18:40+08:00

UPOU Office of the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration Holds Annual Review and Planning Workshop

2025-01-06T15:10:28+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Office of the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration (OVCFA) conducted its Annual Review and Planning Workshop on 03 January 2025 at the Centennial Center for Digital Learning (CCDL) Auditorium. The planning workshop was led by Dr. Jean A. Saludadez, Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, and attended by the chiefs and staff from various OVCFA offices. During the planning workshop, each unit highlighted its key achievements for 2024, showcasing significant progress in financial management, resource allocation, and administrative services. These achievements demonstrated the offices’ shared commitment to excellence and continuous [...]

UPOU Office of the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration Holds Annual Review and Planning Workshop2025-01-06T15:10:28+08:00

UPOU-FICS Appoints New Program Chairs

2025-01-06T14:53:16+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (UPOU FICS) proudly announces the appointment of new program chairs for the Diploma in Computer Science (DCS), Master of Information Systems (MIS), and the Master of Development Communication (MDC) Programs. Assoc. Prof. Myra Almodiel was appointed the new Program Chair of the Master of Development Communication (MDC) Program, effective 02 January 2025. She is the current Director of the UPOU Office of Public Affairs (OPA). She holds a Doctor of Communication (DComm) degree from UPOU, a Master of Science in Development Communication from the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), [...]

UPOU-FICS Appoints New Program Chairs2025-01-06T14:53:16+08:00

UPOU ICTDO Showcases “OneUPOU” Unified Portal at International Conference of Digital Business, Society, and Economy 2024

2024-12-12T09:37:38+08:00

The UPOU ICT Development Office (ICTDO) presented an innovative platform designed to centralize over 50 UPOU websites into a single, user-friendly hub at the 2nd International Conference of Digital Business, Society, and Economy (ICDBSE) 2024. Presented at Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) in Nonthaburi, Thailand, on 13-14 November 2024, the study “OneUPOU: A Unified Portal for UPOU Resources” highlights a solution that tackles the challenges of UPOU’s expansive online presence. The interface of OneUPOU platform Authored by Mr. Renz Jemil Magsino, Information Systems Researcher III, and Dr. Reinald Adrian D. Pugoy, ICTDO Director, OneUPOU offers a range of features aimed [...]

UPOU ICTDO Showcases “OneUPOU” Unified Portal at International Conference of Digital Business, Society, and Economy 20242024-12-12T09:37:38+08:00

MENRM Student Wins Second Place in the Climate Opinion Essay Contest at the Global Development Conference 2024 (GDC 2024)

2024-11-29T15:27:03+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University’s Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS) congratulates the outstanding achievement of Princess Yvonne Donila, a student of the Master of Environment and Natural Resources Management (MENRM) program, who secured 2nd place in the Master’s category of the Climate Opinion Essay Contest at the Global Development Conference 2024 (GDC 2024) held on 26-28 November 2024 in Suva, Fiji. The conference, organized by the Global Development Network (GDN), in partnership with the University of the South Pacific and the Government of Fiji, carried the theme “Global Synergies: Climate Resilience Strategies for a Sustainable [...]

MENRM Student Wins Second Place in the Climate Opinion Essay Contest at the Global Development Conference 2024 (GDC 2024)2024-11-29T15:27:03+08:00

UPOU Launches BULSA and PUSO as part of Digital Transformation in the University’s Financial Systems

2024-11-28T15:19:40+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) marked a significant milestone in its digital transformation journey with the ceremonial launch of the Budget, Utilization, and Liquidation System Analytics (BULSA) and the Personnel Unified System Outlook (PUSO) on 28 November 2024. This initiative is part of the digital transformation of the financial systems, coordinated with UP System’s new finance and HR systems. These innovative systems are designed to streamline financial and human resource operations and replace the University Information System (UIS). BULSA will be primarily used by the Finance Offices, while PUSO will be adopted by the Human Resources [...]

UPOU Launches BULSA and PUSO as part of Digital Transformation in the University’s Financial Systems2024-11-28T15:19:40+08:00

UPOU-FMDS’ LTiO focused on Health Awareness and Preparedness against Mpox virus

2024-11-29T15:27:47+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University’s Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) conducted the Let’s Talk it Over on “Mpox Uncovered: Safeguarding Health, Preventing Outbreaks” on 14 November 2024 at the UPOU Audiovisual Room and via UPOU live streaming platforms. This event was part of FMDS’ initiative towards community inclusivity, digital transformation, and sustainability. It also aligns with various Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3), Quality Education (SDG 4), and Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17). The webinar aimed to enhance awareness and preparedness about the Mpox virus, exploring its transmission, prevention, [...]

UPOU-FMDS’ LTiO focused on Health Awareness and Preparedness against Mpox virus2024-11-29T15:27:47+08:00

UPOU-FMDS MAN and D/MIH Programs Meet with STOU Schools for Possible Collaborations

2024-11-29T15:14:25+08:00

On 14 November 2024, faculty members of the Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN) and Diploma in and Master of International Health (D/MIH) programs of the UP Open University Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS) met with the Deans of the Schools of Nursing and Health Science of Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University to discuss areas for possible collaborations. Dr. Rita C. Ramos, Assistant Professor and Program Chair, Dr. Queenie R. Ridulme, Assistant Professor of the MAN program; and Dr. Myra D. Oruga, Associate Professor and Program Chair of the D/MIH program, together with Dr. Renukar Thongkhamrod, Dean of [...]

UPOU-FMDS MAN and D/MIH Programs Meet with STOU Schools for Possible Collaborations2024-11-29T15:14:25+08:00

UPOU-FMDS Faculty Research Presented at 2nd ICDBSE

2024-11-29T15:06:56+08:00

The UP Open University Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS) faculty presented their research at the 2nd International Conference of Digital Business, Society and Economy 2024 (ICDBSE 2024) held at Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) from 13 to 15 November 2024 in Nonthaburi, Thailand. Hosted by STOU, this year’s conference carried the theme “Innovation and Technology towards Sustainability and Lifelong Learning,” with subthemes on Digital Business and Economy, and Digital Learning and Society. Four (4) FMDS research was presented under the Digital Learning and Society subtheme. Dr. Rita C. Ramos, Assistant Professor and Program Chair of Master of [...]

UPOU-FMDS Faculty Research Presented at 2nd ICDBSE2024-11-29T15:06:56+08:00
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