UPOU-FMDS Holds a Ceremonial Tree Planting Activity in Celebration of the International Day of Forests 2024

(from left to right) Ms. Sydney Macahiya, Ms. Josephine Macale, Ms. Maryjane Reondanga, Ms. Wyomia Pradas, Dr. Joane Serrano,. Karl Abelard Edberto Villegas, Jr., Dr. Leo Mendel Rosario, Mr. Justin Tolentino, and Mr. Noel Elegerio during the tree planting activity In celebration of the International Day of Forests 2024, the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) held a ceremonial tree planting event on 21 March 2024 at the forest arboretum located on the east portion of the UP Open University. This year’s celebration theme, “Forests and Innovation: New [...]

UPOU-FMDS Holds a Ceremonial Tree Planting Activity in Celebration of the International Day of Forests 20242024-04-02T11:43:33+08:00

UPOU Joins First Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) joined the Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) on 25 March 2024. The drill was led by the UPOU Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Committee and participated in by faculty and staff members at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna, and its offices in Quezon City, Cebu, and Davao. The drill aimed to assess the responsiveness of the existing disaster preparedness and contingency plans of the University. All faculty and staff members practiced the “duck, cover, and hold” as the siren alarmed for 60 seconds. Assigned safety marshals for each [...]

UPOU Joins First Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill2024-04-02T13:06:53+08:00

CALL TO PARTICIPATE in Research Survey

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), in collaboration with the OU5, a group of five open universities in the ASEAN, is conducting a research study titled “Culture and the Digital Age.” It aims to explore the relationship between social media use and cultural perception. In this regard, we would like to request your participation in answering this 14-item questionnaire that will take about 10 minutes to complete. Here is the link to the survey form: https://upsystemdiliman.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dgVqstv8MmfFi4K Data collected from this survey shall be used for research and academic purposes only. Thank you so much! #UPOpenUniversity #collaboration #OU5 [...]

CALL TO PARTICIPATE in Research Survey2024-03-27T10:33:23+08:00

OPEN Talk Features Women in Social Science Research

In line with the celebration of National Women’s Month, the Center for Open and Digital Teaching and Learning (CODTL), in partnership with the Faculty of Education (FEd) and Office of Gender Concerns (OGC), held the 39th episode of OPEN Talk titled “Women in Social Science Research.” The episode was live-streamed on 22 March 2024 via the UPOU Networks Facebook Page. This OPEN Talk episode aimed to present the women who have contributed to the field of social sciences through their research, perspectives, and discourses. The discussion featured three guest speakers who are faculty members of the Diploma in and [...]

OPEN Talk Features Women in Social Science Research2024-03-26T16:06:26+08:00

Closing Program for NWM 2024: Research Conversation on Women & Gender Studies

Join us as we cap off the Women’s Month Celebration through a Research Conversation on Women and Gender Studies, organized by the UPOU Office of Gender Concerns and UPOU Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA) on April 4, 2024, 9am to 12nn at CCDL and live streaming via Zoom, YouTube, Facebook, and UPOU networks. This is the second installment of the GEM Forum Series, which aims to facilitate discussions on research studies related to women’s issues and gender equality conducted by our faculty and students. Those who are interested in attending may register here: https://forms.gle/BMDw4eFMkmyAfFyi8 [...]

Closing Program for NWM 2024: Research Conversation on Women & Gender Studies2024-03-26T15:28:43+08:00

Ugnayan ng Pahinungod UPOU Holds Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Seminar

Ms. Gina L. Bermudo, Mr. Bonnie Camilotes and the Ugnayan ng Pahinungód UPOU Director, Asst. Prof. Queenie Roxas-Ridulme. Understanding and responding to behavior is critical to successful academic and self-regulation training, both in the classroom and at home. On 16 March 2024, the Ugnayan ng Pahinungód UPOU collaborated with two distinguished speakers in the field of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) to provide teachers and the general public across the country with an understanding of the systematic and scientific approach to behavioral analysis. The hybrid event drew 285 online attendees and onsite participants. The seminar took place at [...]

Ugnayan ng Pahinungod UPOU Holds Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Seminar2024-03-26T09:26:33+08:00

Work Suspension on 27-29 March 2024 in Observance of the Lenten Season

In consideration of the Lenten season and in compliance with Memorandum No. PAJ-24-08, half-day work will be observed at UP Open University on Wednesday, 27 March 2024.  28-29 March 2024 are designated as regular holidays in observance of this year's Holy Week. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to utilize the UPOU website at https://www.upou.edu.ph/ or the UPOU Helpdesk System at https://helpdesk.upou.edu.ph/. #UPOpenUniversity

Work Suspension on 27-29 March 2024 in Observance of the Lenten Season2024-03-25T14:49:53+08:00

UPOU Conducts Joint Assessment for Diploma in Computer Science and Master of Information Systems Programs

The assessors, participants and organizers of the joint EQA Assessment of DCS and MIS programs during the Opening Session. The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) recently concluded a rigorous joint External Quality Assurance (EQA) Assessment for its Diploma in Computer Science (DCS) and Master of Information Systems (MIS) programs. Organized by the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) and coordinated by the Quality Assurance Office (QAO), the assessment took place from 12 to 14 March 2024, at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna, and via Zoom. This undertaking marked another significant step towards [...]

UPOU Conducts Joint Assessment for Diploma in Computer Science and Master of Information Systems Programs2024-03-22T10:31:45+08:00

Call for Applications: 2nd Round of Student Assistants and Graduate Assistants Second Semester/Trimester AY 2023-2024

Call for Applications: 2nd Round of Student Assistants and Graduate Assistants Second Semester/Trimester AY 2023-2024 Deadline: March 31, 2024 Are you looking for an opportunity to gain professional experience while pursuing your education? The Office of Student Affairs (OSA) is now accepting applications from students who are interested in becoming student and graduate assistants for the second semester/trimester of AY 2023-2024. For more information, please click the link: https://osa.upou.edu.ph/student-graduate-assistant/ #UPOpenUniversity

Call for Applications: 2nd Round of Student Assistants and Graduate Assistants Second Semester/Trimester AY 2023-20242024-03-22T09:44:10+08:00

UPOU Conducts Benchmark Meeting with Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College

On 12 March 2024, a delegation of eleven faculty and administrators from the Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College (ISPSC) visited the UP Open University (UPOU) at its headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. The purpose of their visit was to benchmark and explore potential collaborations in open and distance eLearning. They were particularly interested in UPOU's course offerings and delivery methods. Dr. Joanne Marie Guarin, the Dean of ISPSC College of Business Management and Entrepreneurship, led the team. Dr. Myra C. Almodiel, Director of the UPOU Office of Public Affairs (OPA), and Mr. Lexter Mangubat, Deputy Director for the Educational [...]

UPOU Conducts Benchmark Meeting with Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College2024-04-02T11:36:12+08:00
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