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UPOU Participates in Advancing SDG Conversations at UP Strategic Conference on Sustainable Development

2025-11-28T15:53:42+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) continued its efforts to promote sustainable development by participating in the University of the Philippines (UP) Strategic Conference on Sustainable Development, held from 18 to 20 November 2025, at the ibis Styles Manila Araneta City in Cubao, Quezon City. With the theme “Sustainable Development as a Nexus of Transformation,” the conference highlights the University of the Philippines' vision of being a "Transformative University in the Service of the Nation.”  Hosted by the UP-Centre International de Formation des Autorités et Leaders (UP-CIFAL Philippines), it follows a system-wide effort initiated in December 2024 to [...]

UPOU Participates in Advancing SDG Conversations at UP Strategic Conference on Sustainable Development2025-11-28T15:53:42+08:00

Bytes to Brilliance: Navigating the Digital Landscape for Optimal Productivity in Open and Distance Education

2024-08-21T15:52:15+08:00

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 🚀 Join us for an enlightening journey towards mastering the art of work-life balance in Open and Distance Education! 🗓️ Mark your calendar for Webinar 2: Technology and Productivity for Open and Distance Education Students 🌟 🖥️ Theme: Bytes to Brilliance: Navigating the Digital Landscape for Optimal Productivity in Open and Distance Education 📅 Date: 05 September 2024 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 NN (Friday) 🎓 In this second installment of our webinar series, we aim to equip participants with the skills to leverage technology for enhanced academic productivity and well-being. This session provides [...]

Bytes to Brilliance: Navigating the Digital Landscape for Optimal Productivity in Open and Distance Education2024-08-21T15:52:15+08:00

FMDS Let’s Talk It Over Seminar to Focus on Sleep Health

2024-07-29T14:52:04+08:00

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) will hold an upcoming hybrid event as part of its Let’s Talk it Over (LTiO) seminar series that will focus on the importance of sleep in a person’s health and wellbeing this coming 31 July 2024, 10 AM to 12NN at UPOU Audio-Visual Room and various UPOU streaming platforms. The LTiO titled “Gusto kong matulog pero di ko magawa: The Importance of Sleep for a Person’s Health and Wellbeing,” in partnership with UP SIESTA, aims to address important sleep health issues by providing participants with evidence-based information on sleep health, identifying [...]

FMDS Let’s Talk It Over Seminar to Focus on Sleep Health2024-07-29T14:52:04+08:00

UPOU and UPRI Start Exploratory Talk on Digital Resilience Initiatives Through Establishing Resiliency Hub

2024-07-29T12:45:31+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) and UP Resilience Institute (UPRI), through its Institution Building Division, met on 11 June 2024 to explore the possible establishment of a resiliency hub at UPOU. The proposed resiliency hub is expected to serve as a center for research, training, and community engagement for e-Resilience which provides solutions to fortify the defenses against digital threats and mitigate risks of data breach across UP System. e-Resilience refers to resilience in the digital context. Reports indicate that leveraging data in response to both natural and technological disasters has saved lives and guided communities to build back [...]

UPOU and UPRI Start Exploratory Talk on Digital Resilience Initiatives Through Establishing Resiliency Hub2024-07-29T12:45:31+08:00

UPOU-FMDS, Likhaya Cap Nutrition Month Celeb with Soya Processing Community Workshop

2024-07-30T09:00:48+08:00

Aiming to revitalize local economies and improve livelihoods among local women of Los Baños through agricultural entrepreneurship, the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), in partnership with Likhaya Food Products, conducted “Discovering the ABCs of Soybean: A Soya Processing Community Workshop” at the Academic Residences Cafeteria, UPOU, Los Baños, Laguna on 20 July 2024. Dr. Joane V. Serrano, FMDS Dean, opened the event by emphasizing the importance of helping the livelihood of women in the grassroots. She also noted that the partnership with Likhayawill be a huge help to [...]

UPOU-FMDS, Likhaya Cap Nutrition Month Celeb with Soya Processing Community Workshop2024-07-30T09:00:48+08:00

UPOU FMDS Engages in NURTURE-SEA Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Urban Environments in Kuala Lumpur

2024-07-30T09:01:04+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University’s (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) recently participated in the Multi-stakeholder Forum on ‘Healthier, Equitable, Sustainable, and Resilient Urban Environments’. This forum, organized by the Network for Unifying Research to Transform Urban Environments in Southeast Asia (NURTURE-SEA) in collaboration with the University of Nottingham Malaysia and the Asia School of Business, was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 8-10 July 2024. The forum convened researchers and key stakeholders from prominent institutions, including the University of Nottingham Malaysia, Asia School of Business, Monash University Indonesia, University of the Philippines Open University, [...]

UPOU FMDS Engages in NURTURE-SEA Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Urban Environments in Kuala Lumpur2024-07-30T09:01:04+08:00

UPOU-FMDS Hosts Exploratory Meeting with PMPI for Enhanced Environmental Education Aligned with SDGs 3, 11, and 17

2024-07-30T09:01:45+08:00

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) hosted an exploratory meeting with the Philippine Misereor Partnership Inc. (PMPI) on 4 July 2024 at the Teaching and Learning Hub Conference Room, UPOU Headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna to discuss potential collaboration on the Rights of Nature campaign. This meeting aimed to enhance environmental education and promote sustainable practices.  Dean Joane Serrano welcomed Ms. Yolanda Esguerra, PMPI National Coordinator; Ms. Candy Hidalgo, PMPI Deputy Coordinator and Ms. Raevene Morillo, PMPI Staff. The meeting was also attended by Dr. Jabez Joshua Flores, FMDS [...]

UPOU-FMDS Hosts Exploratory Meeting with PMPI for Enhanced Environmental Education Aligned with SDGs 3, 11, and 172024-07-30T09:01:45+08:00

UPOU-FMDS Hosts Exploratory Meeting with Compassion International to Foster Sustainability Collaboration

2024-07-30T09:02:04+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), through its Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), hosted an exploratory meeting with representatives from Compassion International Philippines on 27 June 2024, at the Oblation Hall, UP Open University Headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna. The meeting aimed to discuss potential collaborations focused on promoting environmental sustainability, sustainable livelihood practices, and resilience building among communities supported by Compassion International. Compassion International Philippines is part of Compassion International, a global child development organization committed to releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name. The organization focuses on holistic development, including educational, physical, emotional, and [...]

UPOU-FMDS Hosts Exploratory Meeting with Compassion International to Foster Sustainability Collaboration2024-07-30T09:02:04+08:00

UPOU-FMDS and UPCN Launch Final Workshop and Class Kick-Off for Nursing Education Microcredentials

2024-07-30T09:02:16+08:00

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) at UP Open University (UPOU) and the UP Manila College of Nursing (UPCN) recently held a Final Workshop and Class Kick-Off for the Nursing Education (NE) Microcredentials on 21 June 2024 at UPCN. This event marks a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between UPOU-FMDS and UPCN to develop a joint Master’s degree (MNE) program aimed at addressing the increasing need for qualified nurse educators. This initiative supports several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being, and ultimately [...]

UPOU-FMDS and UPCN Launch Final Workshop and Class Kick-Off for Nursing Education Microcredentials2024-07-30T09:02:16+08:00

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

2024-07-30T09:05:19+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+), [...]

UPOU FMDS to Hold Soya Processing Community Workshop in Partnership with Likhaya Community Store & Cafe2024-07-30T09:05:19+08:00
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