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Job Opportunity: One (1) Project Staff for OVCAA

The UPOU Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA) is looking for one (1) Project Staff. Qualifications: At least a Bachelor's degree graduate Good organizational, coordination, and communication skills Knowledgeable in MS Office applications and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom) Knowledge of website/microsite development tools will be an advantage Able to work with minimal supervision Takes initiative to report on progress and challenges encountered General Task: The Project Staff is expected to provide support in the overall academic affairs/activities. Interested and qualified applicants may submit their Curriculum Vitae through email on or before 28 June 2024 at [...]

Job Opportunity: One (1) Project Staff for OVCAA2024-06-21T13:32:55+08:00

UP VINTA Program Launches in New Taipei City, Taiwan as MECO celebrates Philippine Independence and Migrant Workers Day

The University of the Philippines (UP) launched its flagship program, UP Ventures for Innovative Transnational Academia (UP VINTA), for the fourth time on 16 June 2024, coinciding with a joint celebration by the Manila Economic Cultural Office (MECO) in New Taipei City, Taiwan, for Philippine Independence Day and Migrant Workers Day. The pioneering program is dedicated to overcoming barriers in education and adopting an innovative and inclusive approach to learning, providing boundless access to knowledge. This visionary initiative caters to Filipinos pursuing education, whether they are in the Philippines or overseas. In coordination with the Migrant Workers’ Office (MWO) [...]

UP VINTA Program Launches in New Taipei City, Taiwan as MECO celebrates Philippine Independence and Migrant Workers Day2024-06-21T15:36:54+08:00

UPOU Launches Microcredential Program and ASCEND Platform

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) publicly launched its Microcredentials and its dedicated ASCEND platform in a ceremony held on 20 June 2024 at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. The event was also streamed live through the UPOU Networks, UPOU Networks Facebook Page and UPOU Facebook Page.  UPOU's Microcredentials program offers stackable, career-focused courses designed for flexible completion. Learners can upskill or reskill at their own pace, tailoring their learning journey to their specific needs. These micro courses are transferable as a credit load towards a degree program.  ASCEND, which stands for Advancing Skills and [...]

UPOU Launches Microcredential Program and ASCEND Platform2024-06-24T10:49:35+08:00

UP VINTA Program Sets Sail in Dubai, UAE

With an initiative for borderless education, the University of the Philippines (UP) launched its flagship program, the University of the Philippines – Ventures for Innovative Transnational Academia (UP VINTA), and continued its voyage on 8 June 2024 in the vibrant city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The UP VINTA program brings forth its principles which are centered around inclusivity, quality instruction, innovation, and public service to redefine the boundaries of education and approach to learning. As this pioneering program initiative extends its reach to various parts of Asia, it remains steadfast in its mission to break down barriers [...]

UP VINTA Program Sets Sail in Dubai, UAE2024-06-14T17:21:25+08:00

UPOU FICS Hosts Empowered Customer Service Training for COMELEC Personnel in Iloilo City

The UP Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) recently conducted a training for the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Region 6 entitled, “Empowered Customer Service Training (Empowering COMELEC Personnel for Responsive and Quality Delivery of Client Services) held between 03-08 June 2024 at the Grand Xing Imperial Hotel, Iloilo City, Philippines.  The UPOU FICS Team hosted three (3) batches of participants for the whole duration of the training. Each batch was composed of 3 groups, with each group ranging between 30-40 participants. The first batch was scheduled on 03-04 June 2024; second batch on 05-06 June [...]

UPOU FICS Hosts Empowered Customer Service Training for COMELEC Personnel in Iloilo City2024-06-13T16:48:08+08:00

UP VINTA Launching in New Taipei City, Taiwan

The University of the Philippines (UP) is delighted to announce the official launch of the University of the Philippines – Ventures for Innovative Transnational Academia (UP VINTA) program in Taiwan. The launch event is scheduled to take place on 16 June 2024, at Banqiao Gymnasium, New Taipei City. The UP VINTA Project, a collaborative effort between the University of the Philippines System and international partners, aims to universalize higher education by transcending geographical barriers. Through innovative approaches and partnerships, it seeks to make quality learning accessible to students worldwide, fostering inclusivity and commitment to advancing knowledge and societal progress. [...]

UP VINTA Launching in New Taipei City, Taiwan2024-06-13T14:52:56+08:00

UPOU Employees Attend Synchronized Flag Raising Ceremony to Open UP’s Linggo ng Unibersidad

On 10 June 2024, the University of the Philippines (UP) opened the Linggo ng Unibersidad with a synchronized flag-raising ceremony across all UP Constituent Units (CUs). While the main program was held at the Quezon Hall in UP Diliman, all eight UP CUs, including the UP Open University (UPOU), participated in the event via Zoom. At UPOU, the ceremony was held simultaneously at the CCDL Auditorium at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna, and at the MC Theater of the DICT Building in Diliman, Quezon City. Linggo ng Unibersidad carried the theme “Hayag: Pagpupugay sa mga Lingkod Bayan [...]

UPOU Employees Attend Synchronized Flag Raising Ceremony to Open UP’s Linggo ng Unibersidad2024-06-10T15:11:21+08:00

Celebrating Biodiversity and Diversity: Collaboration between UPOU FMDS and OGC on World Environment Day and Pride Month 2024

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), in collaboration with the Office of Gender Concerns (OGC), hosted a hybrid event titled “Towards a Sustainable Campus: A Call to Action,” on 05 June 2024. This is in celebration of the World Environment Day and Pride Month 2024 with this year’s themes “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience” and “Step UP, Speak OUt: Towards Empowerment and GEDSI Strengthening through ODeL,” respectively. The event strongly aligns with UPOU’s commitment to achieving the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with the goals embodying [...]

Celebrating Biodiversity and Diversity: Collaboration between UPOU FMDS and OGC on World Environment Day and Pride Month 20242024-06-13T11:47:44+08:00

Step UP, Speak OUt: UPOU kicks off 2024 Pride Month Celebration, Championing Gender Equality in line with SDG 5

The UP Open University (UPOU) Office of Gender Concerns (OGC) launched the UPOU Pride Month on 5 June 2024 at the UPOU Headquarters. To kick off the campaign, a Pride flag was put around our University’s oblation. This symbolic gesture not only marks the beginning of our celebration but also serves as a visible reminder of our university’s unwavering commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality for all. Pride Month is part of UPOU’s advocacy and fight for gender equality and inclusivity through the  UPOU OGC and its Gender Focal Point System. This year’s theme f, “Step UP, Speak OUt: [...]

Step UP, Speak OUt: UPOU kicks off 2024 Pride Month Celebration, Championing Gender Equality in line with SDG 52024-06-13T11:47:56+08:00

UPOU Student Showcases 3D Scanning Technology at CODTL Workshop

Demonstrating technological innovation, Mr. Joseph Isaiah Chan, a student at UPOU, captivated attendees with his presentation on 3D scanning technologies like Neural Radiance Fields (NeRF) and Gaussian splatting during a workshop hosted by the Center for Open and Distance Teaching and Learning (CODTL) on 4 June 2024. Mr. Chan’s presentation showcased the transformative potential of 3D scanning technologies in various fields, including education and cultural preservation. His work highlighted how these technologies can create detailed, accurate digital representations of physical objects, providing valuable tools for immersive learning experiences. He also discussed the accessibility of these 3D scanning technologies from [...]

UPOU Student Showcases 3D Scanning Technology at CODTL Workshop2024-07-30T18:49:45+08:00
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