iUSR Forum 2024: UPOU and Taiwan Collaborate on Harnessing Technology for Social Responsibility and Global Engagement

2024-10-14T16:36:08+08:00

On September 26, 2024, the International Social Responsibility Forum (iUSR) was held at the KMU International Convention Center, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The event was a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Education (MOE), University Social Responsibility (USR) of Taiwan, and the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), aimed at fostering closer ties between Taiwan and the Philippines through shared experiences and strategies to promote social development. > The forum featured notable experts, including the IOP director, Dr. Roberto Figueroa Jr., Asst. Prof. Milben Bragais and Dr. Reinald Adrian Pugoy.  The panel focused on how universities can act as hubs [...]

iUSR Forum 2024: UPOU and Taiwan Collaborate on Harnessing Technology for Social Responsibility and Global Engagement2024-10-14T16:36:08+08:00

IOP Director Joins Leaders & HR Symposium 2024

2024-10-14T16:38:52+08:00

The IOP director, Dr. Roberto Figueroa Jr., was an invited speaker in the two-day hybrid 2024 Leaders & HR Symposium (LHRS) hosted by the Civil Service Commission (CSC) on September 24-25, 2024, at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City. The event brought together leaders and human resource practitioners from both the public and private sectors, offering opportunities for professional development, networking, and knowledge-sharing. Dr. Figueroa took the stage to present a groundbreaking vision of how immersive technology is shaping the future. His presentation focused on the transformative power of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and Immersive [...]

IOP Director Joins Leaders & HR Symposium 20242024-10-14T16:38:52+08:00

UPOU, BJMP, and PSAU Join Hands to Overcome Geographical Barriers and Provide PDLs Access to Quality Education

2024-10-09T15:21:42+08:00

(L-R) Jail Warden of Guagua District Jail Male Dormitory JSUPT. Edmund L. Llamasares, Director of BJMP Regional Office III JCSUPT. Paulino H. Moreno Jr., UPOU Chancellor Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria and UPOU FED Dean Charisse T. Reyes  The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), together with the Pampanga State Agricultural University (PSAU) and the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)—Region III, solidified their collaborative ties through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on 07 October 2024 at Guagua District Jail, Pampanga. This partnership is the 2nd subprogram (contributing towards rehabilitating persons deprived of [...]

UPOU, BJMP, and PSAU Join Hands to Overcome Geographical Barriers and Provide PDLs Access to Quality Education2024-10-09T15:21:42+08:00

OGC Director and Staff Join the IUSR in Kaohsiung Taiwan, highlighting SDG 5 and SDG 17

2024-10-08T16:09:40+08:00

The Office of Gender Concerns (OGC) Director, Dr. Finaflor F. Taylan and OGC Project Staff, Dani Mercado participated in the International University Social Responsibility Forum and learning visits held in Kaoshiung, Taiwan on 25-27 September 2024. During the forum, Dr. Taylan moderated the panel session titled “Forwarding Gender-Inclusive Development Through IUSR.” This session focused on gender mainstreaming initiatives such as research and gender sensitivity training programs, fostering discussions among panel members on effective strategies and best practices. Dani Mercado discussed the proposed conduct of gender sensitivity programs in the trolley community in Los Banos, Laguna and how this can [...]

OGC Director and Staff Join the IUSR in Kaohsiung Taiwan, highlighting SDG 5 and SDG 172024-10-08T16:09:40+08:00

FICS Faculty Member Showcases Innovative Project at UIF Demo Day

2024-10-08T15:54:05+08:00

Dr. Ruth Rodriguez, UP Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) faculty member, showcased her innovative project KREATTIV at the University Innovation Fellowship (UIF) Demo Day held on 24 September 2024 at the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB).  Dr. Rodriguez’ project, KREATTIV, is a cutting-edge omnichannel marketplace that aims to revolutionize the arts and crafts industry by connecting artisans with customers worldwide. Leveraging technology, the platform provides a seamless shopping experience for art buyers and collectors, promotes local talent, and ensures product authenticity. She highlighted the potential of KREATTIV to drive economic growth and [...]

FICS Faculty Member Showcases Innovative Project at UIF Demo Day2024-10-08T15:54:05+08:00

UPOU Announces TriConference 2025

2024-11-04T16:54:59+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) has released its announcement about the Tri-Conference 2025, an international conference that features three conferences: the International Conference on Open and Distance eLearning (ICODeL), International Symposium on Education and AI Convergence (ISEAC), and International Symposium for ASEAN Studies (ISAS). This hybrid three-conference-in-one will be held on 24-28 February 2024, at the UPOU headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna, and online. The Tri-Conference 2025, carries an overall theme of “Constancy, Change and Co-existence,” which anchors the conferences as they tackle the wide range of complex and interrelated challenges that require multidisciplinary to pluridisciplinary [...]

UPOU Announces TriConference 20252024-11-04T16:54:59+08:00

UPOU-FMDS and San Mateo Rizal Progress Partnership with OER Shoot and FGD

2024-10-08T16:23:21+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of San Mateo, Rizal, marks the latest development in their research project “Gender-Sensitive Governance for Cultural Heritage and Sustainability: A University-Community Partnership of UP Open University and San Mateo, Rizal”, with an Open Educational Resources (OER) video shoot featuring Mayor Bartolome “Omie” Rivera, accompanied by a focus group discussion (FGD) with selected LGU representatives last 19 September 2024 at the San Mateo Municipal Hall. This initiative aligns with the Community Inclusivity, Digital Transformation and Acceleration Towards Sustainability (CIDAS) [...]

UPOU-FMDS and San Mateo Rizal Progress Partnership with OER Shoot and FGD2024-10-08T16:23:21+08:00

FICS Conducts Strat Planning Workshop; Gears for More Collab and Labs

2024-10-04T16:32:10+08:00

The faculty and staff of the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS), University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) successfully held their strategic planning meeting from 23-24 September 2024 at the Ace Hotel, Pasig City. They convened to welcome new faculty members, discuss urgent issues, and prepare for leadership changes. The meeting also aimed to strengthen the camaraderie among faculty and staff. The first day’s discussions highlighted various opportunities for advancing each of the faculty’s seven programs. FICS Dean, Dr. Diego Maranan, facilitated the faculty members' exchange of ideas and insights. Interconnections between teaching, research, and public service [...]

FICS Conducts Strat Planning Workshop; Gears for More Collab and Labs2024-10-04T16:32:10+08:00

UPOU Alumni Brings Loyalty and Passion Across Borders

2024-10-04T16:33:34+08:00

Mike Clester Perez, a Product Quality Engineer based in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom, is an alumnus of the Diploma in Research and Development Management (DRDM) and Master of Research and Development Management (MRDM). He got his Master’s degree in 2023 as a lone and pioneer graduate of MRDM and was awarded Dean’s Lister.  Born and raised in San Pablo City, Laguna, Mike dreamed of being a UP student. It took him 10 years to finally pursue his dream. In 2019, he took the first step in achieving his goal by applying to the DRDM program at the University of [...]

UPOU Alumni Brings Loyalty and Passion Across Borders2024-10-04T16:33:34+08:00

OVCAA Hosts Orientation for New Faculty Members

2024-10-04T16:00:35+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) through the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA) hosted a hybrid orientation to welcome its new faculty members last  25 September 2024, at the AVR, UPOU Headquarters. The orientation was held to introduce the new faculty members to the values of the University and their roles and duties. The orientation offered a thorough overview of faculty responsibilities, key administrative matters, and the faculty dashboard, a microsite that houses relevant information and resources for UPOU faculty members. The event began with welcoming greetings from Dr. Melinda dP. Bandalaria, UPOU [...]

OVCAA Hosts Orientation for New Faculty Members2024-10-04T16:00:35+08:00
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