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PCAARRD funds UPOU-FMDS project on Enhancing Sustainability, Profitability, and Inclusiveness of Coffee Value Chains Involving Indigenous Peoples Communities

The University of the Philippines Open University-Faculty of Management and Development Studies (UPOU-FMDS) signed the Memorandum of Agreement with the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD) for a new project titled “Enhancing Sustainability, Profitability, and Inclusiveness of Coffee Value Chains Involving IP Communities: The Case of Kiangan, Ifugao and Patikul, Sulu.” It was signed by the Executive Director of PCAARRD, Dr.  Reynaldo V. Ebora, and UPOU Chancellor, Dr. Melinda dP. Bandalaria, with the Director of Socio-Economics Research Division of PCAARRD, Dr. Ernesto O. Brown, and Project Leader from UPOU, Dr. Joane V. Serrano [...]

PCAARRD funds UPOU-FMDS project on Enhancing Sustainability, Profitability, and Inclusiveness of Coffee Value Chains Involving Indigenous Peoples Communities2024-11-29T15:14:57+08:00

UPOU-OGC Director Conducts GEDSI Orientation for ASEAN Member States by the Philippines’ Civil Service Commission, Emphasizing SDG 5 and 17

Source: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1E3CZkyQoT/ (Philippine Civil Service Commission Facebook Page) The Civil Service Commission (CSC), through its training arm, the Civil Service Institute (CSI), held an orientation on Gender and Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) for the representatives of ASEAN Member States on 14 November 2024 via Zoom. Dr. Finaflor F. Taylan, Director of the Office of Gender Concerns and Program Chair of the Diploma in/ Master of Social Work of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), served as one of the resource speakers for the event. Dr. Taylan emphasized key GEDSI concepts such as [...]

UPOU-OGC Director Conducts GEDSI Orientation for ASEAN Member States by the Philippines’ Civil Service Commission, Emphasizing SDG 5 and 172024-11-29T15:40:37+08:00

UPOU IREC Conducts Workshops for Faculty Research Ethics Subcommittees

The University of the Philippines Open University Institutional Research Ethics Committee (UPOU IREC), in collaboration with the Faculties of Study, recently spearheaded a comprehensive training workshop on research ethics, focusing on basic research ethics and the Committee’s Standard Operating Procedures, and ethics review processes. The Committee piloted the training workshop to the Faculty of Education, Faculty of Management and Development Studies, and Faculty of Information and Communication Studies on  6-7 May 2024, 19-20 September 2024 and 14-15 October 2024, respectively.  The two-day hybrid workshops aimed to equip each faculty member and researcher with an in-depth understanding of foundational research [...]

UPOU IREC Conducts Workshops for Faculty Research Ethics Subcommittees2024-11-20T11:36:18+08:00

The UPOU’s Finance Team Participates in the 2nd International Conference of Digital Business Society and Economy (ICDBSE 2024)

The UPOU Finance Team participated in the 2nd International Conference of Digital Business Society and Economy (ICDBSE 2024) hosted by Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) from 13-15 November 2024 in Nonthaburi, Thailand. Themed “Innovation and Technology towards Sustainability and Lifelong Learning,” the event aspires to gather researchers, practitioners, and experts worldwide to exchange knowledge and insights on digital business and technology. The conference also served as “a platform for institutions and thought leaders to drive meaningful dialogue around leveraging technology for sustainable development and lifelong learning, reinforcing its global relevance.” The UPOU Finance Team presented in the Special Session [...]

The UPOU’s Finance Team Participates in the 2nd International Conference of Digital Business Society and Economy (ICDBSE 2024)2024-11-19T17:17:46+08:00

UPOU Earns AAOU Institutional Accreditation, Affirming Its Commitment to Quality in Distance Education

AAOU Accreditation Team, UPOU CAC officials and other office/unit heads, and UPOU QAC members during the opening ceremony of the accreditation The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) has successfully completed the institutional accreditation process of the Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU), marking a significant milestone in its pursuit of quality and excellence in distance education. The accreditation process took place from 5 to 7 November 2024 at the UPOU Audio-Visual Room. This three-day event was organized by the UPOU Quality Assurance Office (QAO) in coordination with all UPOU offices and units. Chaired by Prof. [...]

UPOU Earns AAOU Institutional Accreditation, Affirming Its Commitment to Quality in Distance Education2024-11-19T16:41:13+08:00

FMDS QA Committee Conducts Workshop on Developing FMDS Program Handbook

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the UP Open University recently held a two-day workshop on October 7-8, 2024, to develop a standardized FMDS Program Handbook. Led by FMDS Quality Assurance (QA) Officer, Assistant Professor Ria Valerie Cabanes, with QA Team members Mr. Larry Cruz, Ms. Dina Mae Rejano, Ms. Anne Pauline Del Rosario, and Ms. Raizza Anna Alforja. This initiative marks a significant step toward providing a comprehensive, user-friendly, and accessible handbook for the 18 programs under FMDS. These programs include the Graduate Certificate in / Master of ASEAN Studies (GC/MAS), Master of Arts in [...]

FMDS QA Committee Conducts Workshop on Developing FMDS Program Handbook2024-11-29T16:04:40+08:00

UPOU Meets with Indonesia Cyber Education Institute of Universitas Terbuka to Strengthen Partnership

On 11 November 2024, the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Chancellor, Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, met with the Indonesia Cyber Education (ICE) Institute of Universitas Terbuka for an exploratory meeting. The meeting was held at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna.  Prof. Dr. Paulina Pannen, Senior Expert, led the delegates from ICE, accompanied by Dr. Hasanuddin, M.Si, Manager of Partnership and Certification;  Caesario Satriatama and Muhammad Iman Saputra, ICE Staff members. The meeting was requested by ICE to enhance our collaborative relationship, explore potential avenues for joint initiatives, especially in MOOCs offering and training of [...]

UPOU Meets with Indonesia Cyber Education Institute of Universitas Terbuka to Strengthen Partnership2024-11-21T13:15:48+08:00

Lone Nominee for Next UPOU Chancellor Presents Vision, Plans, and Programs

The University of the Philippines Open University is searching for its next Chancellor. Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, the Incumbent Chancellor, will complete her term by 28 February 2025. As part of the process, Dr. Bandalaria presented her accomplishments, priorities, and challenges during her third and last term as Chancellor, held on 11 November 2024 via Zoom and streamed via FB live.  With the ongoing search for the Next Chancellor of UPOU, the lone nominee, Dr. Joane V. Serrano, presented her visions, plans, and programs. The presentation was done online via Zoom and live on UPOU’s Facebook Page.  Dr. [...]

Lone Nominee for Next UPOU Chancellor Presents Vision, Plans, and Programs2024-11-18T14:52:26+08:00

All UP Workers’ Union New Collective Negotiation Agreement signed 14 November 2024

The new Collective Negotiation Agreement (CNA) between the UP Administration and the All UP Workers' Union was signed on November 14, 2024. This agreement reinforces our commitment to better working conditions, benefits, and rights for all rank-and-file administrative staff and employees. The CNA is now posted, as a requirement, for review comments and prior to the ratification by the negotiating members. The full CNA can be accessed through this link. Sustainable Development Goals #UPOpenUniversity

All UP Workers’ Union New Collective Negotiation Agreement signed 14 November 20242024-11-15T17:24:34+08:00

UPOU IREC Receives a Full Level 2 Accreditation from the Philippine Health Research Ethics Board

The University of the Philippines Open University Institutional Research Ethics Committee (UPOU IREC) has been granted Full Level 2 Accreditation by the Philippine Health Research Ethics Board (PHREB) on 6 November 2024, valid until 24 January 2027. On 25 January  2024, the Committee received a Provisional Level 2 Accreditation, which is valid until 24 January 2025. After months of dedicated work and commitment to fulfilling all accreditation requirements, the Committee is pleased to have achieved this significant milestone. As a Level 2 accredited REC, the Committee is authorized to review research protocols involving human participants. Level 2 accreditation allows [...]

UPOU IREC Receives a Full Level 2 Accreditation from the Philippine Health Research Ethics Board2024-11-14T15:22:22+08:00
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