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Lone FICS Dean Nominee Presents Plans and Vision

2025-02-07T14:02:34+08:00

Following an extension of the nomination deadline for the next Dean of the UPOU Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS), a Public Forum for the Presentation of the Plans and Vision of the Nominee was held on 4 February 2025 at the UPOU Audiovisual Room, online via Zoom, and live-streamed over the UPOU Networks, UPOU Facebook Page, and UPOU YouTube channel. Dr. Roberto B. Figueroa, Jr., the sole nominee for the position, presented his vision for FICS.  Dr. Ricardo Bagarinao, Chair of the Search Committee for the next FICS Dean, opened the forum and introduced the UPOU officials [...]

Lone FICS Dean Nominee Presents Plans and Vision2025-02-07T14:02:34+08:00

UPOUFI and UNICEF Collaboration in Full Swing for Child Protection and Child-Rights-Based Public Finance Executive Course Module Development

2025-02-07T10:10:51+08:00

On 15 January 2025, the University of the Philippines Open University Foundation, Inc. (UPOUFI), through the University of the Philippines Open University – Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS), in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Philippines, held a meeting as part of project on the development of the Executive Course on Child Protection and Child-Rights-Based Public Finance Online Learning Modules. The meeting was hosted by UPOU-FMDS and focused on updates regarding module development for both the Child Protection and Social Policy components. These modules aimed at helping local chief executives and and social welfare officers [...]

UPOUFI and UNICEF Collaboration in Full Swing for Child Protection and Child-Rights-Based Public Finance Executive Course Module Development2025-02-07T10:10:51+08:00

UPOU and UTS Explore Collaborative Opportunities in Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Programs

2025-02-07T13:42:16+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) discussed potential partnerships and collaborations with the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) on 30 January 2025 at the UPOU headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. Dr. Anna Cristina Pierterra, Associate Dean (Research) and Executive for the Faculty of Design, Architecture, and Building of UTS, paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Melinda Bandalaria, UPOU Chancellor, who was joined by other UPOU officials. Attending in person were Asst. Prof. Luisa Gelisan, University Registrar; Dr. Diego Maranan, Dean of the UPOU Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS); and Asst. Prof. Mari Anjeli Crisanto, Director [...]

UPOU and UTS Explore Collaborative Opportunities in Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Programs2025-02-07T13:42:16+08:00

UPOU Faculty Members Gather for One-day F2F Workshop on Online Teaching and Learning

2025-01-30T16:40:36+08:00

The UP Open University Center for Open and Digital Teaching and Learning Office (CODTL) conducted a one-day face-to-face (F2F)  workshop for faculty members titled “Workspace Online Teaching and Learning Series.” This was held on Tuesday, 28 January 2025, at the Centennial Center for Digital Learning (CCDL), UPOU Headquarters. The event brought together faculty members from UPOU’s faculty offices: Faculty of Education (FEd), Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS), and the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) to share best practices and learn from each other. The day began with a whole-group sharing session, during which representatives from [...]

UPOU Faculty Members Gather for One-day F2F Workshop on Online Teaching and Learning2025-01-30T16:40:36+08:00

Nominees for the Next FMDS Dean Present Plans and Visions

2025-03-19T16:55:55+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) held a public forum for the presentation of the visions and plans of the nominees for the next Dean of the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS).  This was held hybrid at the UPOU Audiovisual Room on 27 January 2025 and online via Zoom, the UPOU Facebook Page, and the UPOU Networks. Dr. Aurora Lacaste opened the event and introduced the first nominee, Dr. Consuelo Dl. Habito, Professor 5 at UPOU FMDS. Reflecting on her 30-year journey with UPOU since transitioning from the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), [...]

Nominees for the Next FMDS Dean Present Plans and Visions2025-03-19T16:55:55+08:00

UPOU Promotes MOOCs and Its Flexible Learning in FEBC Radio Interview

2025-01-30T10:31:36+08:00

On 27 January 2024, Dr. Myra Almodiel, UP Open University (UPOU) Office of Public Affairs (OPA) Director, joined Mr. Bryan Dela Cruz on 702 DZAS - Far East Broadcasting Company (FEBC) Radio for a live interview to discuss UPOU’s approach in online and distance elearning.  With the UPOU's mandate to provide accessible and flexible education in its "learn anytime, anywhere" model, Dr. Almodiel highlighted the university's self-paced learning environment, enabling students to pursue education during their free time, accommodating various schedules and professions.  The discussion underscored UPOU’s open and inclusive offerings, including Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) and degree [...]

UPOU Promotes MOOCs and Its Flexible Learning in FEBC Radio Interview2025-01-30T10:31:36+08:00

UPOU Hosts Online Benchmarking of the Star Colleges, Inc.

2025-01-30T13:08:08+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) conducted an online benchmarking session with Star Colleges, Inc. on 22 January 2025 via Zoom. Dr. Myra Almodiel, Director of the UPOU Office of Public Affairs (OPA), and Asst. Prof. Mari Anjeli Crisanto, Director of the UPOU Quality Assurance Office (QAO), facilitated the session.  The delegation from Star Colleges, Inc., led by  Atty. Kara Russanne D. Alawas, School President, included Mr. Christopher Gaerlan, Program Coordinator; Mr. Ambrosio B. Alawas, Dean, College of Theology; Ma’am Annabelle D. Alawas, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Ma’am Criselda G. Bantog, Program Coordinator; and Mr. Jeremiah Gnade P. Estolas, [...]

UPOU Hosts Online Benchmarking of the Star Colleges, Inc.2025-01-30T13:08:08+08:00

FICS and FMDS Dean Present Accomplishment Reports

2025-02-07T12:59:34+08:00

The UP Open University has an ongoing search for the Next Deans of the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies, and the Faculty of Management and Development Studies. Part of the search process is the presentation of the accomplishments of the incumbent Deans during the 2022-2025 term, which was held at the UPOU Audiovisual Room on 24 January 2025. In the morning, the outgoing FICS Dean, Dr. Diego S. Maranan, presented the achievements of FICS during his term. Dr. Maranan expressed his gratitude to the FICS community for their support over the past three years. He revisited his initial [...]

FICS and FMDS Dean Present Accomplishment Reports2025-02-07T12:59:34+08:00

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

UPOU Chancellor Melinda Bandalaria Honored as UP Scientist III for Contributions to Open and Distance eLearning (ODeL)

2025-01-22T14:17:29+08:00

Photo by Bong Arboleda, UP MPRO Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, Professor of Development Communication and Chancellor at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), was honored as UP Scientist III at a ceremony organized by the UP Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (OVPAA) for the latest batch of awardees under the Scientific Productivity System (SPS) 2023-2025. The event, themed "UP Scientists: Catalysts of Innovation for Public Service," took place on 10 January 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, at the Ignacio B. Gimenez – KAL (IBG-KAL) Theater, UP Diliman, Quezon City. [...]

UPOU Chancellor Melinda Bandalaria Honored as UP Scientist III for Contributions to Open and Distance eLearning (ODeL)2025-01-22T14:17:29+08:00
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