FICS Conducts Strat Planning Workshop; Gears for More Collab and Labs

2024-10-04T16:32:10+08:00

The faculty and staff of the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS), University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) successfully held their strategic planning meeting from 23-24 September 2024 at the Ace Hotel, Pasig City. They convened to welcome new faculty members, discuss urgent issues, and prepare for leadership changes. The meeting also aimed to strengthen the camaraderie among faculty and staff. The first day’s discussions highlighted various opportunities for advancing each of the faculty’s seven programs. FICS Dean, Dr. Diego Maranan, facilitated the faculty members' exchange of ideas and insights. Interconnections between teaching, research, and public service [...]

FICS Conducts Strat Planning Workshop; Gears for More Collab and Labs2024-10-04T16:32:10+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

OVCAA Hosts Orientation for New Faculty Members

2024-10-04T16:00:35+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) through the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA) hosted a hybrid orientation to welcome its new faculty members last  25 September 2024, at the AVR, UPOU Headquarters. The orientation was held to introduce the new faculty members to the values of the University and their roles and duties. The orientation offered a thorough overview of faculty responsibilities, key administrative matters, and the faculty dashboard, a microsite that houses relevant information and resources for UPOU faculty members. The event began with welcoming greetings from Dr. Melinda dP. Bandalaria, UPOU [...]

OVCAA Hosts Orientation for New Faculty Members2024-10-04T16:00:35+08:00

UPOU Finance and Admin Staff Members Undergo BULSA and PUSO Orientation

2024-10-04T19:40:42+08:00

In preparation for the upcoming implementation of the UP System’s new finance and HR systems, selected UP Open University (UPOU) employees undergo a one-day orientation organized by the UPS Roll-out Team for UPOU. This was held on 25 September 2024 at the UPOU Academic Residences Cafeteria, UPOU Headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna.  These new information systems, developed by the Department of Industrial Engineering and Operations Research of UP Diliman will replace the existing University Information System (UIS). First to be rolled are the -  Budget, Utilization, and Liquidation System Analytics (BULSA) for the Finance Offices and the Personnel Unified System [...]

UPOU Finance and Admin Staff Members Undergo BULSA and PUSO Orientation2024-10-04T19:40:42+08:00

FMDS Welcomes New Secretary to the Faculty and Program Chairs

2024-10-04T18:59:44+08:00

Assistant Professor Lloyd Lyndel P. Simporios has been appointed as the new Secretary to the Faculty of FMDS. With his extensive experience and dedication to academic excellence, Asst. Prof. Simporios will play a crucial role in enhancing the Faculty’s administrative and academic functions. The FMDS is also pleased to welcome Assistant Professor Lorena Jean Saludadez as the Program Chair for the ASEAN Studies Graduate Program and Assistant Professor Regina Mendoza-Armiendo as the Program Chair for the Master of Public Management. Both chairs will oversee curriculum development, support faculty, and ensure that their programs meet the evolving educational needs of [...]

FMDS Welcomes New Secretary to the Faculty and Program Chairs2024-10-04T18:59:44+08:00

UPOU Conducts a Benchmarking Activity with Saint Louis University

2024-10-02T09:15:33+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) conducted a benchmarking activity for Saint Louis University (SLU) on 20 September 2024 at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna.  Dr. Myra Almodiel, Director of UPOU Office of Public Affairs (OPA), received the visitors from SLU and led the discussions. The delegation from SLU, led by Dr. Faridah Kristi Wetherick, Dean of the School of Advanced Studies, included Graduate Program Coordinators Dr. Geraldine Wakat, Ms. Leilani De Guzman, Mr. Marcelino Lunag Jr., Mr. Mark Job Bascos, and Mr. Gulliver Eric Alawas. They explored UPOU's strategies and practices in open and [...]

UPOU Conducts a Benchmarking Activity with Saint Louis University2024-10-02T09:15:33+08:00

UPOU Library Holds Orientation for Students on Library Resources

2024-10-09T13:34:30+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Library conducted an orientation for students about library resources titled “From Draft to Submission: Integrating Library Resource for Comprehensive Research and Writing Success” on 20 September 2024. This orientation was done online via Zoom. More than 480 students registered for the event and about 300 of these were able to participate. Three resource speakers eagerly shared their knowledge and expertise in this orientation -- Mr. Joel Ocier, UPOU University Librarian; Mr. Renz C. Cao and Mr. Jarien G. Galorio, both College Librarians from UP Los Baños. Ms. Danica Salcedo, Research Staff [...]

UPOU Library Holds Orientation for Students on Library Resources2024-10-09T13:34:30+08:00

UPOU Welcomes Bukidnon State University for a Benchmarking Visit

2024-10-01T17:14:45+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) welcomed visitors from Bukidnon State University (BukSU), headed by Dr. Hazel Jean Abejuela, Vice President for Academic Affairs, for a benchmarking activity on 16 September 2024 at the UPOU Oblation Hall, Los Baños, Laguna. Dr. Melinda Bandalaria, UPOU Chancellor; Dr. Myra Almodiel, Director of UPOU Office of Public Affairs (OPA); and Dr. Ricardo Bagarinao, Director of UPOU Center for Open and Digital Teaching and Learning (CODTL), received the delegates from BukSU.  Dr. Almodiel facilitated the discussion on UPOU’s open and distance elearning, its practices, and the various strategies employed to enhance [...]

UPOU Welcomes Bukidnon State University for a Benchmarking Visit2024-10-01T17:14:45+08:00

UPOU and KMU Sign MOU and MOA During the International University Social Responsibility Forum in Taiwan

2024-10-02T16:50:26+08:00

Today, 26 September 2024, the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and Kaohsiung Medical University (KMU) celebrated a significant partnership by signing both a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) at KMU, Taiwan, coinciding with the International University Social Responsibility Forum. These agreements aim to enhance academic collaboration and drive initiatives focused on university social responsibility. The MOU, signed by UPOU Chancellor Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria and KMU President Ming-Lung Yu, establishes a framework for cooperation in key areas such as joint academic activities, faculty and student exchanges, consultancy services, and resource sharing. [...]

UPOU and KMU Sign MOU and MOA During the International University Social Responsibility Forum in Taiwan2024-10-02T16:50:26+08:00

UPOU-FMDS Seminar Tackles Use of GIS and Drones in the Context of Education and Science Communication

2024-10-01T16:50:23+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS), through its Let’s Talk It Over (LTIO) Seminar series, hosted the second episode of Usapang Mapa at Kapaligiran: A Discussion Series on Urban Planning, Environmental Management, and Sustainability on 16 September 2024. The event took place at the UPOU Audio-Visual Room and was live-streamed online. This episode focused on "Understanding Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Drones in the Context of Education and Science Communication." It aimed to deepen the audience's understanding and appreciation of mapping technologies and their real-world applications in addressing contemporary challenges. The first speaker, [...]

UPOU-FMDS Seminar Tackles Use of GIS and Drones in the Context of Education and Science Communication2024-10-01T16:50:23+08:00
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