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From Environmental Information to Life Saving Decisions

2025-09-28T06:43:01+08:00

 On 28 September, the world observes the International Day for Universal Access to Information with the theme “Ensuring Access to Environmental Information in the Digital Age.” We asked Dr. Ricardo Bagarinao, Professor and Chair of the Doctor of Sustainability program, to share his insights on how accessible environmental information can help tackle today’s major natural and human-made challenges. In the middle of December of 2011, Typhoon Sendong traversed the Northern Mindanao region and eventually struck Cagayan de Oro. It was considered a mild tropical cyclone with sustained winds of 100 km/hour. What made it devastating, though, was the volume [...]

From Environmental Information to Life Saving Decisions2025-09-28T06:43:01+08:00

UPOU DRR-CCAM & UPRI Holds Two-Day Workshop on Public Service Continuity Plan

2025-02-07T14:20:29+08:00

On 5-6 February 2025, the UPOU Disaster Risk Reduction-Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation (DRR-CCAM) Committee, in partnership with the UP Resilience Institute (UPRI), held a two-day workshop on Public Service Continuity Planning at the Centennial Center for Digital Learning (CCDL) at UPOU Headquarters. The first day focused on discussions covering an Overview of Public Service Continuity Plans, Policy Building, Rapid Assessment, Hazard Identification, and Risk Assessment. In the afternoon, a fire drill was also conducted. Dr. Joane Serrano, Dean of the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) and Chair of the DRR-CCAM Committee, welcomed the participants and emphasized [...]

UPOU DRR-CCAM & UPRI Holds Two-Day Workshop on Public Service Continuity Plan2025-02-07T14:20:29+08:00

FICS Faculty Leads Artscience Speculative Design Workshop and Launches Art Installation in Italy

2024-09-18T11:18:27+08:00

On 1 September  2024, Dr. Diego Maranan, Associate Professor of the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), co-led a creative workshop that brought about the creation of a new version of Biomodd, an art installation that features interactive fusion of technology and nature. Biomodd [TTO15], the newest rendition of the artwork, was built in collaboration with Space Ecologies Art and Design (SEADS) members and local innovators, artists, scientists, and designers at MUSE science museum in Trento, Italy.   The team led by Dr. Maranan and Dr. Amy Holt of SEADS, [...]

FICS Faculty Leads Artscience Speculative Design Workshop and Launches Art Installation in Italy2024-09-18T11:18:27+08:00

UPOU-FMDS teams up with UPLB-INREM for Usapang Mapa at Kapaligiran: A Discussion Series on Urban Planning, Environmental Management, and Sustainability Lecture Series

2024-08-29T16:03:50+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University-Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS) and the University of the Philippines Los Banos-Interdisciplinary Studies Center for Integrated Natural Resources and Environment Management (UPLB-INREM) forged partnership to conduct a series of lectures titled Usapang Mapa at Kapaligiran: A Discussion Series on Urban Planning, Environmental Management, and Sustainability. In support of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 1: No Poverty, 2: Zero Hunger, 3: Good Health and Well-Being, 6: Clean Water and Sanitation, 7: Affordable and Clean Energy, 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, 13: Climate Action, and 15: Life on Land, [...]

UPOU-FMDS teams up with UPLB-INREM for Usapang Mapa at Kapaligiran: A Discussion Series on Urban Planning, Environmental Management, and Sustainability Lecture Series2024-08-29T16:03:50+08:00

UPOU-FMDS Hosts a Writeshop with UPLB-CFNR on CARBON ZERO: Climate Awareness, Reduction Basics, and Neutrality-Zeroing of Emissions MOOC

2024-08-19T11:53:27+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University – Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS) partnered with the University of the Philippines Los Baños – College of Forestry and Natural Resources (UPLB-CFNR) host a Writeshop on designing and developing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) focused on Carbon Neutral Professionals, titled CARBON ZERO: Climate Awareness, Reduction Basics, and Neutrality-Zeroing of Emissions. The event took place on 26 July 2024, at the Audio-Visual Room (AVR) of the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. FMDS Dean Dr. Joane V. Serrano opened the event with a comprehensive overview of the agenda and [...]

UPOU-FMDS Hosts a Writeshop with UPLB-CFNR on CARBON ZERO: Climate Awareness, Reduction Basics, and Neutrality-Zeroing of Emissions MOOC2024-08-19T11:53:27+08:00

Lifestyle Garden Launched at UPOU

2024-08-02T17:08:08+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) launched the UPOU Lifestyle Garden on  31 July 2024 at the UPOU Teaching and Learning Hub. The initiative is part of the university’s celebration of Nutrition Month this July 2024. Dr. Joane V. Serrano, Dean of UPOU FMDS, officially opened the program and welcomed all guests, especially officials from partner baranggays in Los Baños, Laguna -- Brgy. Maahas, Brgy. San Antonio, and Brgy. Putho-Tuntungin. Dr. Serrano explained why FMDS came up with the initiative. “Lifestyle garden has many health benefits, and we hope this can be replicited [...]

Lifestyle Garden Launched at UPOU2024-08-02T17:08:08+08:00

UPOU FMDS to Hold Soya Processing Community Workshop in Partnership with Likhaya Community Store & Cafe

2024-08-09T10:25:42+08:00

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and Likhaya Community Store and Cafe will be conducting a community workshop titled “Discovering the ABCs of Soybean: A Soya Processing Community Workshop” on 20 July 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. This workshop is part of FMDS’ commitment to sustaining the FMDS Perma G.A.R.D.E.N. (Growing Appreciation towards Resilience, Development, Entrepreneurship, and Nutrition). The workshop is under the C.I.D.A.S. (Community Inclusivity, Digital Transformation, And Acceleration Towards Sustainability) key components of FMDS’ public service thrusts in Women and Elderly Empowerment and Transformation+ (WEET+), Community Health [...]

UPOU FMDS to Hold Soya Processing Community Workshop in Partnership with Likhaya Community Store & Cafe2024-08-09T10:25:42+08:00

FMDS features Dr. Goodstein of Bard College, NY on Sustainability and Regenerative Agriculture Talk

2024-07-01T13:52:30+08:00

As part of the culmination of the celebration of Philippine Environment Month 2024, the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) hosted a hybrid talk focusing on sustainability and regenerative agriculture. The event took place on 27 June 2024 at the UPOU Audio-Visual Room and streamed via Zoom. It was attended by students, faculty, and staff of the university. The talk featured Dr. Eban Goodstein, Vice President of Environmental and Social Leadership and Director of Graduate Programs in Sustainability at Bard College in New York as the speaker who has [...]

FMDS features Dr. Goodstein of Bard College, NY on Sustainability and Regenerative Agriculture Talk2024-07-01T13:52:30+08:00

Building Resilience: UP Institutions Collaborate on Graduate Programs

2024-06-05T14:51:42+08:00

From right to left, Ms Agra, Asst Professor Depante, Mr Ybañez, Dean Rabajante, Dean Serrano, Director Gamala, Asst Professor Jarabe, Mr Tan, and Ms. Ebron. Education is key to building stronger communities that can withstand disasters and the climate emergency. Universities are stepping up to prepare the next generation of experts with the knowledge and skills needed to anticipate, adapt to, and recover from these threats. Investing in education, research, and training programs is crucial for tackling these growing challenges. In a move that underscores this crucial task, representatives from the University of the Philippines Resilience Institute [...]

Building Resilience: UP Institutions Collaborate on Graduate Programs2024-06-05T14:51:42+08:00

UPOU FMDS Takes Action for World Environment Day and Pride Month 2024

2024-06-05T14:37:15+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), in collaboration with the Office of Gender Concerns (OGC), will host a hybrid event in celebration of the World Environment Day and Pride Month 2024 entitled “Towards a Sustainable Campus: A Call to Action”. This year’s themes, “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience” for World Environment Day and “Reflect. Empower. Unite.” for Pride Month, resonates deeply with UPOU’s contribution and commitment in the success of achieving the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) targets. The SDGs represent a collective vision for a sustainable, equitable, and prosperous [...]

UPOU FMDS Takes Action for World Environment Day and Pride Month 20242024-06-05T14:37:15+08:00
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