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UPOU and UPRI’s Basics of Resilience MOOC Concluded its First Offering

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), in collaboration with the UP Resilience Institute (UPRI), recently concluded the first run of the Basics of Resilience (BoR) Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on 16 February 2024. The Basics of Resilience is a basic course designed to equip learners with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to understand and effectively implement disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM). This also encompasses the implementation of climate change adaptation and mitigation (CCAM) tools and frameworks. This course serves as the foundation upon which they [...]

UPOU and UPRI’s Basics of Resilience MOOC Concluded its First Offering2024-05-31T14:34:40+08:00

UPOU-FMDS to Hold Project SIGLA Community Workshop in Partnership with KNY-LB

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and Kaya Natin! Youth Los Baños (KNY-LB) collaborated in preparation for the upcoming community workshop titled Project SIGLA (Sustainable Innovation Gearing towards Livelihood Advancement of Fishing Communities in Los Baños) this coming 06 May 2024 at the Academic Residences, UPOU Headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna. This workshop is under the Sustainable Livelihood Innovations and Digitally-transformed Enterprise (SLIDE) of Community Inclusivity, Digital Transformation and Acceleration Towards Sustainability (CIDAS) Program of FMDS. The goal of this event is to uplift and reignite the “sigla” of the fishing [...]

UPOU-FMDS to Hold Project SIGLA Community Workshop in Partnership with KNY-LB2024-05-31T14:35:03+08:00

Ugnayan ng Pahinungód UPOU Brings UP Admission Orientation to Region X Schools

The Ugnayan ng Pahinungód UPOU, in collaboration with the UP Open University (UPOU) Office of Public Affairs (OPA) and the Department of Education (DepEd) Region X, conducted a UP Admission Orientation for Grade 11 students in Northern Mindanao. Held from 24-26 April 2024, this initiative aimed to democratize access to quality higher education by extending outreach efforts to under-represented areas. Over 1,000 students from Lugait National High School, Manticao National High School, Salay National High School, Villanueva National High School, and Alubijid Comprehensive National High School participated in the program.  Led by Asst. Prof. Queenie Ridulme, Director of Ugnayan [...]

Ugnayan ng Pahinungód UPOU Brings UP Admission Orientation to Region X Schools2024-05-31T14:35:12+08:00

Job Opportunity: One (1) Project Staff for OVCAA

The UPOU Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA) is looking for a 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 10 May 2024 at [email protected]. [...]

Job Opportunity: One (1) Project Staff for OVCAA2024-05-03T15:24:15+08:00

FMDS UPOU, CPAF UPLB and the Sekiguchi Global Research Association (SGRA) to Organize Seminar on Permaculture and Transition Towns this May 8

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) invites you to the 41st Sustainable Shared Growth Seminar titled, “Permaculture and Transition Towns” on 08  May 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, at the UPOU Audio-Visual Room (AVR) and live via Zoom. The 41st Sustainable Shared Growth Seminar or KKK41 (KKK stands for Kahusayan (Efficiency), Katarungan (Equity), and Kalikasan (Environment), which represent the socio-economic goals of sustainable shared growth) is aligned with the transition to sustainability thrust of UPOU, through SiALLC (Sustainability in Action – A Living Laboratory Campus), as well as the overarching theme of sustainable [...]

FMDS UPOU, CPAF UPLB and the Sekiguchi Global Research Association (SGRA) to Organize Seminar on Permaculture and Transition Towns this May 82024-05-09T13:04:52+08:00

The Journey of Creating a Legacy of Student Leadership in UPOU

Isaiah Crisanto, the first UPOU University Student Council (USC) Chairperson, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Multimedia Studies degree. With the flexibility of learning at UPOU, Isaiah studied in more than nine time zones in the world, all the while opening him up to many opportunities to work, study, and serve UPOU students. After over twenty years and a few attempts, UPOU has finally established its own University Student Council and recognized student organizations thanks to Isaiah's initiative—his desire to find friends and people with the same interests motivated this. Isaiah made history by being the first [...]

The Journey of Creating a Legacy of Student Leadership in UPOU2024-05-03T11:16:31+08:00

Extended Application for the Student Wellness Subsidy

ATTENTION: Extension of call for applicants for Student Wellness Subsidy 2024 UP-OSDS is extending the application for the Student Wellness Subsidy 2024. Please see the new schedule below: Don't miss out on this opportunity to access support for your mental health needs. Apply now and take a step towards wellness! For any inquiries, feel free to contact [email protected]. See this post in context #UPOpenUniversity

Extended Application for the Student Wellness Subsidy2024-05-03T09:50:57+08:00

UP VINTA Launching in Bangkok, Thailand

The University of the Philippines is delighted to announce the official launch of the UP VINTA Project in Thailand. The launch event is scheduled to take place on 18 May 2024, at Avani Sukhumvit Bangkok Hotel, Thailand. The UP VINTA Project is a flagship  initiative of the University of the Philippines System and international partners aimed at making quality higher education borderless. This project represents a significant step forward in bringing forth different learning pathways to OFWs and their loved ones. The launch event will feature keynote speeches from esteemed guests, including representatives from the Philippine Embassy Ambassador, Vice Consuls [...]

UP VINTA Launching in Bangkok, Thailand2024-05-31T14:36:16+08:00

UPOU’s P.A.W. Project Launched to Safeguard Animal Welfare

On 05 April 2024, the Ugnayan ng Pahinungod UPOU, in collaboration with the Campus Development and Maintenance Office (CDMO), launched the Protecting Animal Welfare (PAW) Project. The initiative was conducted at the UPOU CCDL and was attended by staff representing various university units and offices. The event kicked-off with an informative session led by Ms. Carla Alyssa Cabrera, the project’s current focal person, providing attendees with a thorough understanding of the P.A.W. Project’s objectives and operational mechanisms. Ms. Chiara Karenina Manuel, co-founder of CATS of UPLB, also shared insights into effective community animal management practices, drawing from her organization’s [...]

UPOU’s P.A.W. Project Launched to Safeguard Animal Welfare2024-06-13T16:11:12+08:00

IOP Conducts Workshop On The Educational Metaverse

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and the Immersive Open Pedagogies (IOP) Program recently hosted a workshop titled “Immersive Learning Workshop for Faculty and Staff” on 12 April 2024, at Sandbox, CCDL Building, UP Open University, Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines. The workshop provided faculty and staff members with the opportunity to explore various immersive learning applications and tools. This hands-on experience will assist them in generating ideas and designing lessons that integrate these technologies. Additionally, the workshop served as a platform for WILLS panelists and presenters to develop their full papers for publication in journals. Dr. Roberto [...]

IOP Conducts Workshop On The Educational Metaverse2024-06-13T10:42:04+08:00
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