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UPOU-FICS Appoints New Program Chairs

The University of the Philippines Open University Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (UPOU FICS) proudly announces the appointment of new program chairs for the Diploma in Computer Science (DCS), Master of Information Systems (MIS), and the Master of Development Communication (MDC) Programs. Assoc. Prof. Myra Almodiel was appointed the new Program Chair of the Master of Development Communication (MDC) Program, effective 02 January 2025. She is the current Director of the UPOU Office of Public Affairs (OPA). She holds a Doctor of Communication (DComm) degree from UPOU, a Master of Science in Development Communication from the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), [...]

UPOU-FICS Appoints New Program Chairs2025-01-06T14:53:16+08:00

UPOU-FMDS hosts 1st FMDS Market Day Showcasing Sustainability and Innovation

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) recently organized the first-ever FMDS Perma G.A.R.D.E.N. (Growing Appreciation towards Resilience, Development, Entrepreneurship, and Nutrition) Market Day on 16 December 2024 at the Teaching and Learning Hub (TLH) Building, UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. By addressing SDGs 8, 11, 12, 13, and 17, this vibrant celebration promotes sustainability and inclusivity through an onboarding session to the electronic Alitaptap Community Currency (CC) (Eli) using an online application named Cyclos. Professor Joane V. Serrano, FMDS Dean, officially opened the program, following a profound onboarding [...]

UPOU-FMDS hosts 1st FMDS Market Day Showcasing Sustainability and Innovation2024-12-18T16:42:19+08:00

UPOU Participates in AUN-QA International Conference 2024

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) participated in the ASEAN University Network-Quality Assurance (AUN-QA) International Conference 2024 held from 11 to 12 December 2024 at Ton Duc Thang University in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. With the theme "Innovating ASEAN Higher Education: Embracing AI Integration, Database Utilization, and Future-Ready Quality Culture," the conference gathered higher education institutions and quality assurance professionals from across the ASEAN region to explore advancements in ensuring and improving the quality of education. Representing UPOU at the event were: Assoc. Prof. Aurora Lacaste, OIC of the Quality Assurance Office Asst. Prof. Joel De [...]

UPOU Participates in AUN-QA International Conference 20242025-01-02T11:13:05+08:00

FMDS Congratulates Assistant Professor Karl Villegas on Completing the Master in Innovation and Business program at AIM

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) proudly congratulates Assistant Professor Karl Abelard Edberto Villegas, Jr. on earning his Master in Innovation and Business (MIB) graduate degree program at the Asian Institute of Management (AIM). Asst. Prof. Villegas pursued his MIB program with the support of the Aboitiz School of Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship (ASITE) Scholarship, along with additional financial assistance. He began this academic journey in April 2023 and completed the program in September 2024. The MIB program, an 18-month, part-time, multidisciplinary graduate degree, is designed to equip Science, [...]

FMDS Congratulates Assistant Professor Karl Villegas on Completing the Master in Innovation and Business program at AIM2024-12-18T16:37:04+08:00

UPOU FMDS Holds the 3rd Episode of LTIO: Usapang Mapa at Kapaligiran

The UPOU Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) held the 3rd Episode of LET’S TALK IT OVER Usapang Mapa at Kapaligiran: A Discussion Series on Urban Planning, Environmental Management, and Sustainability on 16 December 2024 featuring Dr. Cristino Tiburan Jr. and Asst. Prof. Milbren Bragais. Dr. Joane Serrano, Dean of FMDS, opened the program and welcomed the guest speakers. She emphasized the importance of understanding these technologies in understanding our environment, anticipating challenges that may be brought by disasters, and designing appropriate solutions.  Dr. Tiburan is a Professor at the Institute of Renewable Natural Resources, College of Forestry [...]

UPOU FMDS Holds the 3rd Episode of LTIO: Usapang Mapa at Kapaligiran2024-12-18T15:43:54+08:00

GSIS Honors UPOU for Partnership Excellence

During its year-end celebration, the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) recognized the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) for Partnership Excellence, a testament to UPOU’s continued support and collaboration with GSIS in delivering services effectively. The event was held on 13 December 2024 at Asia Blooms Restaurant in Sta. Cruz, Laguna aimed to recognize the contributions of partner agencies and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their roles as Agency Authorized Officers and Electronic Remittance File Handlers. In addition to recognizing institutional excellence, GSIS also recognized and awarded Mr. Michael P. Lagaya of the Human Resources Development [...]

GSIS Honors UPOU for Partnership Excellence2024-12-18T15:15:08+08:00

UNP Explored Distance Learning Practices Through Benchmarking with UPOU

On 16 December 2024, UP Open University (UPOU) conducted a benchmark meeting with the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) at UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. The UNP delegation, led by Dr. Dolores Bersamina, Dean, included Dr. Wilson Tolio, Assistant Dean; Ms. Sheila De Vera, Program Coordinator, Master of Arts in Social Work; Dr. Epifania Marlene Purisima, Program Coordinator, Master of Arts in Nursing; and Dr. Loraine Ann Madera - Program Coordinator, Master of Public Administration.  They were welcomed by Dr. Melinda Bandalaria, UPOU Chancellor, and Dr. Myra Almodiel, Office of Public Affairs (OPA) Director at the UPOU Office [...]

UNP Explored Distance Learning Practices Through Benchmarking with UPOU2024-12-18T12:56:33+08:00

UPOU Graduates 611 this 2024

After a few days of rain, the sky was wonderfully clear on 7 December 2024 when UP Open University (UPOU) held its 28th Commencement Exercises at its Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. Six hundred-eleven students have successfully completed the requirements for their degree programs at UPOU, and this is one of the days, if not the only day, they will ever step foot on their alma mater and meet their professors and classmates.  On 7 December, graduates were welcomed at the UPOU Community Hub where refreshments were served.  The 28th Commencement ceremony started at 3:30 PM with the procession [...]

UPOU Graduates 611 this 20242024-12-18T13:00:37+08:00

FMDS Holds Recognition and Fellowship Program for the Class of 2024

The UP Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) held its Recognition and Fellowship Program to celebrate the successful completion of the Class of 2024 on 6 December 2024, at the UPOU Oblation Plaza.  Dr. Joane V. Serrano, the Dean of FMDS, welcomed the 285 graduates from the 12 degree programs. She applauded the efforts and perseverance of the graduating class despite the multiple demands associated with distance learning.  She reminded the new graduates of their mission to use their ideas and action to transform the world. “Ngayon, kayo ang tagapagpatuloy ng ating mga adhikain sa [...]

FMDS Holds Recognition and Fellowship Program for the Class of 20242024-12-18T12:30:02+08:00

FICS Holds 2024 Recognition and Thanksgiving for Graduates

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) held its Recognition and Thanksgiving 2024 last 6 December 2024, at the UPOU World Class Multimedia Production Building in Los Baños, Laguna. The program opened with the singing of the national anthem and a welcome message from the Dean, Dr. Diego S. Maranan. Dean Maranan congratulated the 174 students from the undergraduate and graduate programs. He recognized that the students navigated countless special forces, overcame big challenges, and faced varied obstacles yet they have thrived for their journey. Their time, patience, perseverance, and grit [...]

FICS Holds 2024 Recognition and Thanksgiving for Graduates2024-12-18T10:49:30+08:00
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