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Creative Thinking for Sustainability: Professor Emeritus Dr. Grace Javier Alfonso Inspires Cultural and Sustainable Product and Packaging Solutions at Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University

2024-07-12T12:10:51+08:00

"Creative thinking involves divergent thinking, exploring multiple perspectives through different lenses, and questioning and expanding conventional thought to push its boundaries while maintaining its original spirit and identity," stated Dr. Grace Javier Alfonso, University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Professor Emeritus, during her lecture on “Creative Thinking of Product and Packaging Sustainability” at the practical academic seminar hosted by Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University (STOU) on 2-3 July 2024.  The two-day academic seminar began with a welcome and an introduction to the STOU School of Science and Technology. Dr. Alfonso, along with the UPOU team—Ms. Shaira Tanay, University Research [...]

Creative Thinking for Sustainability: Professor Emeritus Dr. Grace Javier Alfonso Inspires Cultural and Sustainable Product and Packaging Solutions at Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University2024-07-12T12:10:51+08:00

UPOU’s Second RTD on AI Focus on Use of AI in Transforming Teaching, Learning, and Administration

2024-07-12T11:08:01+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) held the second installment of its Roundtable Discussion (RTD) on Artificial Intelligence (AI) spearheaded by the Information and Communication Technology Development Office (ICTDO) with the Center for Open and Digital Teaching and Learning (CODTL). The RTD was held on 8 July 2024 online and physically at the UPOU Audiovisual Room, UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna.  The RTD, titled “AI and University-wide Experience: How AI is Transforming Teaching, Learning and Administration,” featured four resource speakers. After a warm welcome message from Dr. Reinald Pugoy, ICTDO Director, the program proceeded with the [...]

UPOU’s Second RTD on AI Focus on Use of AI in Transforming Teaching, Learning, and Administration2024-07-12T11:08:01+08:00

UPOU and TUP Chart the Course for Collaboration in Training and Education

2024-07-16T10:06:47+08:00

Following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on 25 March 2024, which signified a commitment to strengthened academic ties, the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and Technological University of the Philippines (TUP) convened a post-MOU meeting. This meeting, held at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna, on 8 July 2024, reaffirmed the commitment of both institutions to translate the broad strokes of the MOU into concrete action plans. UPOU Chancellor Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, together with TUP President Engr. Reynaldo P. Ramos focused on identifying areas where UPOU's expertise could assist TUP. TUP [...]

UPOU and TUP Chart the Course for Collaboration in Training and Education2024-07-16T10:06:47+08:00

Keep Informed, Be #AlwaysReady: UPOU’s DRRM Dashboard

2024-07-05T15:11:24+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) community takes a lead towards a more disaster-resilient and #AlwaysReady community with Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Dashboard, accessed at drrm.upou.edu.ph. This online resource aims to equip the UPOU community with vital information and tools to prepare for and respond to various emergencies. The UPOU DRRM Dashboard was introduced last September 2022 when the #AlwaysReady Campaign was launched to equip every member of the UPOU community to be fully prepared for any kind of disaster.  The dashboard is an all-in-one platform for crucial DRRM resources, including: UPOU Incident Command System [...]

Keep Informed, Be #AlwaysReady: UPOU’s DRRM Dashboard2024-07-05T15:11:24+08:00

UPOU-FMDS and UPCN Launch Final Workshop and Class Kick-Off for Nursing Education Microcredentials

2024-07-15T14:08:30+08:00

The Faculty of Management and Development Studies (FMDS) at UP Open University (UPOU) and the UP Manila College of Nursing (UPCN) recently held a Final Workshop and Class Kick-Off for the Nursing Education (NE) Microcredentials on 21 June 2024 at UPCN. This event marks a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between UPOU-FMDS and UPCN to develop a joint Master’s degree (MNE) program aimed at addressing the increasing need for qualified nurse educators. This initiative supports several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being, and ultimately [...]

UPOU-FMDS and UPCN Launch Final Workshop and Class Kick-Off for Nursing Education Microcredentials2024-07-15T14:08:30+08:00

UPOU Hosts Benchmark Meeting with De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde

2024-07-03T11:48:04+08:00

The UP Open University (UPOU) hosted a benchmark meeting with De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) on 2 July 2024 at the UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. DLS-CSB representatives aimed to benchmark UPOU's practices in open distance eLearning. The discussion focused on initiatives like Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), UPOU's Microcredential offerings, Open Educational Resources (OERs), and course development.  Dr. Primo G. Garcia, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (OVCAA), led the discussion alongside Dr. Myra C. Almodiel, Director of the Office of Public Affairs (OPA), Asst. Prof. Mari Anjeli Crisanto, Director of the Quality Assurance Office (QAO), [...]

UPOU Hosts Benchmark Meeting with De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde2024-07-03T11:48:04+08:00

A Lifelong Learner Finding Success in Fatherhood, Work, and Academics

2024-07-05T17:26:44+08:00

Thomas Edison Dela Cruz found the perfect balance in being a father, a professional, and a student with the help of his wife. To top this all off, he graduated with flying colors with the Graduate Diploma in Research and Development Management (DRDM) degree at the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU). Despite already having his PhD, his desire to gain more knowledge and learn something more encouraged him to take another degree and enroll in UPOU. It was during the pandemic that he enrolled in DRDM. This circumstance forced him to bring both his work and studies [...]

A Lifelong Learner Finding Success in Fatherhood, Work, and Academics2024-07-05T17:26:44+08:00

UPOU Presides Over Final LBSCFI Meeting as President

2024-07-02T15:27:21+08:00

Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, UP Open University (UPOU) Chancellor, presided over the 2nd Quarterly Steering Committee Meeting of the Los Baños Science Community Foundation, Inc. (LBSCFI) on 28 June 2024 at the UPOU Audiovisual Room in Los Baños, Laguna. This is the last Steering Committee Meeting she presided over after serving two terms as President of LBSCFI.  Dr. Bandalaria expressed her gratitude to all the members of LBSCFI for their support through the four years of UPOU’s leadership. “UPOU took over at the height of the pandemic, and I appreciate that all members supported all the initiatives of [...]

UPOU Presides Over Final LBSCFI Meeting as President2024-07-02T15:27:21+08:00

UPOU Strengthens its Linkages with PLM through MOU Signing

2024-07-01T16:00:47+08:00

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) forged an alliance with Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM) by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on 27 June 2024 at the Oblation Hall, UPOU Headquarters, Los Baños, Laguna. The signing ceremony was attended by representatives from both institutions. From UPOU, the attendees were Dr. Melinda DP. Bandalaria, Chancellor; Dr. Primo G. Garcia, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs; Dr. Finaflor F. Taylan, Associate Professor & Director, OGC; and Asst. Prof. Luisa A. Gelisan, University Registrar; and Dr. Maria Lourdes Jarabe, Assistant Professor. Representing PLM were Atty. Domingo Y. Reyes, Jr., [...]

UPOU Strengthens its Linkages with PLM through MOU Signing2024-07-01T16:00:47+08:00

UPOU and GSU Forge Strategic Partnership with Signing of MOU

2024-07-01T15:46:11+08:00

A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) and Guimaras State University (GSU) to strengthen their partnership and collaboration in providing accessible and quality education. The signing took place on 26 June 2024, at the Audio-Visual Room, UPOU Headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna. The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, UPOU Chancellor; Assoc. Prof. Myra C. Almodiel, Director, OPA; Asst. Prof. Luisa A. Gelisan, University Registrar; and Ms. Margaret Jarmin-Suarez, Program Development Associate for Institutional Linkages from UPOU. Representing GSU were Dr. Lilian Diana B. Parreño, President; [...]

UPOU and GSU Forge Strategic Partnership with Signing of MOU2024-07-01T15:46:11+08:00
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