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

2024-07-15T13:57:21+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 Collaboration2024-07-15T13:57:21+08:00

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

2024-07-15T13:48:48+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 Senior Lecturer, [...]

UPOU-FMDS Hosts Exploratory Meeting with PMPI for Enhanced Environmental Education Aligned with SDGs 3, 11, and 172024-07-15T13:48:48+08:00

UPOU-FMDS Alumna Receives Best Poster Award at 26th IUFRO World Congress

2024-07-15T13:44:47+08:00

Ms. Jilian Princess P. Bathan, FMDS alumna, presents their paper titled, “Advocating Forestry as a Topic in the High School Curriculum.” The University of the Philippines Open University’s (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) congratulates Ms. Jilian Princess P. Bathan, an alumna of the Master of Environment and Natural Resources Management (MENRM) program, for successfully presenting the research paper titled, “Advocating Forestry as a Topic in the High School Curriculum.” It was awarded as one of the Best Posters at the 26th International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO) World Congress with the theme “Forests and Society Towards 2050” [...]

UPOU-FMDS Alumna Receives Best Poster Award at 26th IUFRO World Congress2024-07-15T13:44:47+08:00

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

2024-07-15T14:15:09+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 & Cafe2024-07-15T14:15:09+08:00

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

2024-07-15T14:08:30+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 Microcredentials2024-07-15T14:08:30+08:00

A Lifelong Learner Finding Success in Fatherhood, Work, and Academics

2024-07-05T17:26:44+08:00

Thomas Edison Dela Cruz found the perfect balance in being a father, a professional, and a student with the help of his wife. To top this all off, he graduated with flying colors with the Graduate Diploma in Research and Development Management (DRDM) degree at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU). Despite already having his PhD, his desire to gain more knowledge and learn something more encouraged him to take another degree and enroll in UPOU. It was during the pandemic that he enrolled in DRDM. This circumstance forced him to bring both his work and studies [...]

A Lifelong Learner Finding Success in Fatherhood, Work, and Academics2024-07-05T17:26:44+08:00

Obtaining Excellence in the Quest to Find Oneself

2024-05-31T11:54:31+08:00

Finding oneself can be a long process, but excelling in the process gives a different kind of fulfillment. For Krizia Anne Estrella, it took an exploration of different courses from several  University of the Philippines (UP) campuses until she found the right one at the UP Open University (UPOU). When she took the Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies (BAMS) at UPOU, Krizia realized that Arts is much closer to her heart, given her background in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). This became more evident when she graduated with flying colors and attained her Summa cum laude award. [...]

Obtaining Excellence in the Quest to Find Oneself2024-05-31T11:54:31+08:00

UPOU Alumni Foundation, Inc. (UPOUAFI) Letter to All Members

2024-06-03T10:09:31+08:00

Dear Members of the UPOU Alumni Foundation, Inc., We trust this message finds you well. On behalf of the current elected officers of the UPOU Alumni Foundation, Inc., we extend our warm greetings to you. We are issuing this statement to inform the entire organization body about the status of the foundation, which we believe is crucial for maintaining transparency and ensuring informed decision-making. Background Overview: 1. Upon assuming our roles in January of this year, we embarked on a comprehensive assessment of the foundation's status, addressing both current concerns and lingering issues. 2. While we, the current elected officers, [...]

UPOU Alumni Foundation, Inc. (UPOUAFI) Letter to All Members2024-06-03T10:09:31+08:00

An Educator-Learner Inspiring Others to Keep On Learning

2024-05-24T14:16:18+08:00

With her Graduate Certificate in Distance Education (GCDE) degree, Teresita Noche-Banag aims to share her journey and new knowledge with her friends, family, and colleagues and inspire them to continue learning regardless of their age. Teresita was motivated by her Master's degree adviser to enroll at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) to continue learning. Her experience of studying at UPOU was daunting, especially because she was not tech-savvy and had no online learning experience at her age. However, she overcame this anxiety with the help of her colleagues. All these challenges helped her develop more patience. [...]

An Educator-Learner Inspiring Others to Keep On Learning2024-05-24T14:16:18+08:00

A Dream Come True of Making History at UPOU

2024-05-17T14:37:59+08:00

In 2023, the UP Open University (UPOU) produced two of the first summa cum laude graduates in history. One of them is Mickey Angel Cortez, and creating history with UPOU became her main drive to success. However, this is no walk in the park. Like the typical UP student, Mickey faced many challenges before claiming her sweet UP Sablay. Mickey’s interest in multimedia led her to enroll in the Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies. UPOU’s learning mode perfectly fits her learning style of knowing and discovering things independently. This learning experience has also helped her become more independent.  [...]

A Dream Come True of Making History at UPOU2024-05-17T14:37:59+08:00
Go to Top