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Rooted in service: How an IP returns to learning so he can return to serve

2026-02-19T14:14:13+08:00

Perfecto Ray D. Bayo, Jr., and the Indigenous Peoples Housing Project at the Daraghuyan Ancestral Domain Community. For Perfecto Ray D. Bayo, Jr., education was not simply about earning a degree. It was about transforming his circumstances and using that transformation to uplift others. A proud member of the Indigenous Peoples (IP) of Bukidnon, Ray grew up aware of the barriers faced by marginalized communities. Before completing his UP education, he experienced firsthand the consequences of limited opportunity and social exclusion. “As a member of the Indigenous Peoples (IP) and other marginalized communities, I have experienced firsthand the [...]

Rooted in service: How an IP returns to learning so he can return to serve2026-02-19T14:14:13+08:00

UPOU Alumni Brings Loyalty and Passion Across Borders

2024-10-04T16:33:34+08:00

Mike Clester Perez, a Product Quality Engineer based in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, is an alumnus of the Diploma in Research and Development Management (DRDM) and Master of Research and Development Management (MRDM). He got his Master’s degree in 2023 as a lone and pioneer graduate of MRDM and was awarded Dean’s Lister.  Born and raised in San Pablo City, Laguna, Mike dreamed of being a UP student. It took him 10 years to finally pursue his dream. In 2019, he took the first step in achieving his goal by applying to the DRDM program at the University of [...]

UPOU Alumni Brings Loyalty and Passion Across Borders2024-10-04T16:33:34+08:00

DISCIPLINE: The Game-Changer and Key to Success of an Overseas Student based in Japan

2024-08-09T11:03:56+08:00

Justin Kyle Marasigan completed his Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies (BAMS) program and graduated as Magna Cum Laude. Residing in Japan, he found that studying at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) was the only viable path to achieving his academic goals. His experience at UPOU has contributed significantly to his career as a game designer in Japan. His experience at UPOU has contributed significantly to his career path in Japan. He gained creative skills such as photography, photo editing, and video editing that have helped him grow as a professional. He also developed self-discipline and [...]

DISCIPLINE: The Game-Changer and Key to Success of an Overseas Student based in Japan2024-08-09T11:03:56+08:00

DSus Student Selected as the 2024 Distinguished Alumnus for Social Entrepreneurship by the UP Alumni Association

2024-08-05T15:22:16+08:00

The UP Open University Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS) congratulates its Doctor in Sustainability (DSus) student, Mr. Ariestelo A. Asilo, for being selected as the 2024 Distinguished Alumnus for Social Entrepreneurship. This prestigious award recognizes Mr. Asilo’s exceptional contributions to community development and sustainable entrepreneurship, particularly his impactful work in farm-to-market roads, community nutrition, coffee production, and entrepreneurship. Mr. Asilo’s journey in social entrepreneurship began with his academic roots at the University of the Philippines. He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition at the University of the Philippines Los Baños in 2007 and later earned his Master [...]

DSus Student Selected as the 2024 Distinguished Alumnus for Social Entrepreneurship by the UP Alumni Association2024-08-05T15:22:16+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

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
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