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FICS and FMDS Dean Present Accomplishment Reports

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

Student Learning Assistance System Online Applications for the Second Trimester AY 2024-2025

Student Learning Assistance System Online Applications for the Second Trimester AY 2024-2025  Undergraduate Programs/Students The Student Learning Assistance System (SLAS) Online will be open for 3rd batch to accommodate UP students seeking additional financial aid (UP Grants-In-Aid Program) and other support programs (TES, donor-funded scholarships, and SAGA). The Office of Student Development Services will open the SLAS Online portal during the following dates: Activity Dates Application Period 22-30 January 2025 Release of Results 31 January 2025 Appeals Period 31 January - 7 February 2025 Further details of SLAS applications can be accessed through this link: https://osa.upou.edu.ph/scholarships/ If you have further inquiries, please email [email protected] #UPOpenUniversity [...]

Student Learning Assistance System Online Applications for the Second Trimester AY 2024-20252025-01-22T16:20:36+08:00

Dr. Agapito is the New BAMS Program Chair

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)

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

UPOU Promotes MOOCs Offerings in TeleRadyo Serbisyo Interview

On 19 January 2025, Dr. Myra C. Almodiel, Director of the UP Open University Office of Public Affairs, highlighted the free UPOU massive open online courses or MOOCs in an interview for TeleRadyo Serbisyo.  The interview was part of the Aprub Yan! program hosted by Mr. Danny Buenafe and focused on the short online courses that UPOU will offer in 2025 that are free and open to the public. Dr. Almodiel highlighted that anyone may take these asynchronous online courses, even senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and others who find attending physical classes or training sessions challenging.  Dr. Almodiel [...]

UPOU Promotes MOOCs Offerings in TeleRadyo Serbisyo Interview2025-01-22T10:19:02+08:00

Job Opportunity: One (1) Senior Media Production Assistant for the UPOU Office of Public Affairs (CLOSED)

The UPOU Office of Public Affairs is looking for one (1) Senior Media Production Assistant (COS). SG 11 + 20% Premium Responsibilities: Meeting and collaborating with clients to discuss project briefs, requirements, and progress updates. Generating creative ideas and translating them into designs using tools like Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects, Dreamweaver, Flash Player, 3D Flash Animator, Apple Final Cut Pro X, and Avid audio production software. Receiving and incorporating feedback on design concepts to refine and enhance the final output Conducting thorough testing of multimedia content to rectify any errors or issues before its public release. Collaborating [...]

Job Opportunity: One (1) Senior Media Production Assistant for the UPOU Office of Public Affairs (CLOSED)2025-03-03T08:23:06+08:00

UPOU Earns Highest Distinction in Asian Association of Open Universities Accreditation

What a way to start the year! The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) has been awarded Level 4 Accreditation, the highest honor granted by the Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) Accreditation System. This recognition marks a significant milestone as UPOU celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. It underscores the university’s leadership in open and distance education and its unwavering dedication to delivering quality and accessible learning experiences in the Philippines and beyond. This prestigious recognition follows the institutional accreditation process held from 5-7 November  2024. The event, organized by the UPOU Quality Assurance Office (QAO), evaluated [...]

UPOU Earns Highest Distinction in Asian Association of Open Universities Accreditation2025-01-14T14:47:28+08:00

Media Picks up on UPOU’s Offering of Free MOOCs for 2025

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) has released its calendar of MOOCs offering for 2025 on 10 January 2025, Friday. Forty-four massive open online courses will be offered for 2025, free and open to the public. The courses cover a wide variety of topics on environmental management, biodiversity, resilience, entrepreneurship, design and innovation, video production, Open and Distance eLearning, teaching and learning, Child Rights, Mother’s Class,  Policy Development, Artificial Intelligence, ICT, Business Analytics, Gender, and others.  The media was quick to pick up since the post was published on UPOU’s Facebook Page and the UPOU MODeL Facebook [...]

Media Picks up on UPOU’s Offering of Free MOOCs for 20252025-01-14T15:20:21+08:00

UPOU Issues Joint Call for Nomination for Next FICS and FMDS Deans

The University of the Philippines Open University has released a call to all members of the University of the Philippines community for nominations for the Next Deans of the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) and the Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS). Along with this call is the schedule of activities related to the search for the next Deans of the Faculty Offices. WHO MAY BE NOMINATED? Nominees must have the following minimum qualifications: Filipino citizen Distinction or outstanding academic credentials in the nominee’s chosen field of expertise which should be along the lines of the [...]

UPOU Issues Joint Call for Nomination for Next FICS and FMDS Deans2025-01-10T14:46:07+08:00

Honoring Leaders in Women’s Advocacy: Dr. Carolyn Sobritchea and Dr. Melanie Reyes’ Milestones in Gender Advancement

The Quezon City Government recognized Dr. Carolyn Sobritchea, a Professorial Lecturer from the University of the Philippines Open University Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU FMDS) under the Diploma in Women and Development (DWD) and Graduate Certificate in/Master of ASEAN Studies (GC/MAS) Programs, as the 2025 Gawad Tandang Sora Awardee. The awarding ceremony took place on 06 January 2025 during the tribute to Melchora Aquino, also known as “Tandang Sora”, in celebration of her 213th birth anniversary. The Gawad Tandang Sora Award which was established through the Quezon City Ordinance No. SP- 3070, S-2021, celebrates Filipina Citizens who exemplify the values and [...]

Honoring Leaders in Women’s Advocacy: Dr. Carolyn Sobritchea and Dr. Melanie Reyes’ Milestones in Gender Advancement2025-01-21T14:18:40+08:00
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