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UPOU, UH Mānoa CALL Explore Potential Collaborations on Immersive Learning Technologies
Loren Sta Ana2026-08-17T09:02:35+00:00August 17th, 2026|
University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Chancellor Dr. Joane[...]
FICS Faculty Member Joins International Panel of Judges at Japanese Language Festival 2026
Loren Sta Ana2026-08-07T04:02:11+00:00August 7th, 2026|
Asst. Prof. Mary Kristene D. Clariño joins fellow judges during[...]
UP Cebu Interns Cap Off ISCOLab Internship with Immersive Tech Showcase
Jian Martin Tenorio2026-08-03T07:12:02+00:00August 3rd, 2026|
UP Cebu Bachelor of Science in Computer Science interns showcased[...]
FICS, AFSJ Launch Hiraya Lecture Series Celebrating 70 Years of PH-Japan Relations
Loren Sta Ana2026-07-30T06:05:35+00:00July 30th, 2026|
Participants and organizers gather for a virtual group photo during[...]
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UPOU FICS Brings Leading Communication Theorist François Cooren to a Hybrid CCO Colloquium
Loren Sta Ana2026-07-29T03:52:28+00:00July 29th, 2026|Categories: News|Comments Off on UPOU FICS Brings Leading Communication Theorist François Cooren to a Hybrid CCO Colloquium
The University of the Philippines Open University’s (UPOU) Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) featured internationally renowned organizational communication scholar Dr. François Cooren of the Universitè de Montréal, widely[...]
Community Advisory
Loren Sta Ana2026-07-24T08:38:48+00:00July 24th, 2026|Categories: News|Comments Off on Community Advisory
We would like to remind everyone to stay vigilant when receiving messages through Google Chat or other online messaging platforms. We have been informed that an individual is impersonating UPOU[...]
FICS Faculty Member Mentors Next Generation of Filipino Filmmakers at Isabela Film Academy 2026
Loren Sta Ana2026-07-21T07:43:02+00:00July 21st, 2026|Categories: News|Comments Off on FICS Faculty Member Mentors Next Generation of Filipino Filmmakers at Isabela Film Academy 2026
Assistant Professor Raz dela Torre (second from right) addresses aspiring filmmakers and participants during the Isabela Film Academy 2026. (Photo courtesy of Isabela Tourism Office) More than 100 aspiring filmmakers[...]
UPOU, UP Cebu students showcase innovative language-learning apps in UP-University of Tokyo virtual exchange program
Loren Sta Ana2026-07-29T05:10:20+00:00July 20th, 2026|Categories: News|Comments Off on UPOU, UP Cebu students showcase innovative language-learning apps in UP-University of Tokyo virtual exchange program
FICS Dean Dr. Roberto B. Figueroa, Jr. (fourth from left) joins UPOU and UP Cebu students as they conclude the 13-week virtual exchange program with the presentation of their Computer-Assisted[...]
FICS Professor Joins International Panel of Judges at 11th ASEAN+3 Junior Science Odyssey
Loren Sta Ana2026-07-15T09:09:19+00:00July 15th, 2026|Categories: News|Comments Off on FICS Professor Joins International Panel of Judges at 11th ASEAN+3 Junior Science Odyssey
Professor Diego Maranan (far right) during the Closing Program and Awarding Ceremonies at the 11th APTJSO. (Photo courtesy of DOST Philippines) Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) Professor Diego[...]
UPOU to Host Hybrid CCO Colloquium Featuring François Cooren
MARIA ANDREA BODAÑO2026-06-26T08:32:20+00:00June 26th, 2026|Categories: News|Comments Off on UPOU to Host Hybrid CCO Colloquium Featuring François Cooren
The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), through the Decentered Human Communication Research Group of the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS), invites scholars, researchers, students, and[...]
UPOU Students, Alumni Present Mindanao-Focused Studies on Identity, Governance, and Indigenous Knowledge at Panagtagbo 2026
CHRISTINE FAYE PESIMO2026-06-18T01:56:54+00:00June 18th, 2026|Categories: News|Comments Off on UPOU Students, Alumni Present Mindanao-Focused Studies on Identity, Governance, and Indigenous Knowledge at Panagtagbo 2026
IN FRAME: (From L to R) Prof. Mark Aljen Binocal, DComm Student; Ms. Rechelle Ann T. Barraquias, VP for Mindanao of PACE and MDC alumna; Mx. Gerald “Maria” L. Besto,[...]
UPOU Study Highlights Role of Online Spaces in Shaping Dialogue on Child Marriage at International Conference in Finland
CHRISTINE FAYE PESIMO2026-06-11T00:37:48+00:00June 11th, 2026|Categories: News|Comments Off on UPOU Study Highlights Role of Online Spaces in Shaping Dialogue on Child Marriage at International Conference in Finland
A University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) study on technology-mediated dialogue in discussions on child marriage was presented at the International Association for Dialogue Analysis (IADA) Conference[...]
Global immersive learning experts converge at UPOU for WILLS 2026
Jessa Perez2026-03-10T09:45:32+00:00March 10th, 2026|Categories: Education and public engagement, News|Comments Off on Global immersive learning experts converge at UPOU for WILLS 2026
The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) formally opened the World Immersive Learning Labs Symposium (WILLS) 2026 on 4 March 2026 at the UPOU CCDL Auditorium in Los Baños,[...]
FICS Dean Serves as Guest Speaker at Nihongo Fiesta 2026
Jessa Perez2026-03-05T01:55:02+00:00March 5th, 2026|Categories: Education and public engagement, News|Comments Off on FICS Dean Serves as Guest Speaker at Nihongo Fiesta 2026
Further advancing its commitment to internationalization and cultural dialogue, the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) participated in the Nihongo Fiesta 2026 held on 28 February 2026 at[...]
UPOU-Japan Foundation Partnership Featured in Official Newsletter of The Japan Foundation, Manila
Jessa Perez2026-03-05T01:54:40+00:00March 5th, 2026|Categories: News|Comments Off on UPOU-Japan Foundation Partnership Featured in Official Newsletter of The Japan Foundation, Manila
The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) was featured in the February 2026 issue (No. 7) of Nihongojin Connect!, the official newsletter of The Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM).[...]
Assistant Professor Lei Kristoffer Lactuan is the New ASIT Program Chair
Jessa Perez2026-02-11T01:03:02+00:00February 11th, 2026|Categories: Instruction, News, Programs|Tags: SDG4|0 Comments
The Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) has named Assistant Professor Lei Kristoffer Lactuan as the new Chair of the Associate of Science in Information Technology (ASIT). He[...]
UPOU FICS Introduce Front-end Development Microcredentialing Courses in FICS Launching Event
MARIA ANDREA BODAÑO2026-02-10T01:19:17+00:00February 10th, 2026|Categories: Education and public engagement, News|0 Comments
The Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) of the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) is set to empower professionals in the digital industry as[...]
UPOU FICS, Concentrix Launch MOOC Series Targeting High-Value BPO Skills
MARIA ANDREA BODAÑO2026-02-10T01:21:40+00:00February 10th, 2026|Categories: Education and public engagement, News|0 Comments
Aspiring Business Processing Outsourcing (BPO) Professionals may now enroll in free Data Annotation courses through a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) offered by the Faculty of Information and[...]
UPOU FICS and UPLB INREM Drive Climate Resilience with Climate Information Services MOOCs Launch
MARIA ANDREA BODAÑO2026-02-10T00:38:28+00:00February 9th, 2026|Categories: Education and public engagement, News|0 Comments
Bridging quality education with climate action, the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) formally launched its free Climate Information Services Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) on 30[...]
UPOU Partners with Taiwan Universities and Industry Leaders to Bridge Semiconductor Skills Gap
Jessa Perez2026-02-11T05:11:11+00:00February 9th, 2026|Categories: News|Tags: microcredential, ODeL, SDG 17, SDG4, SDG9|0 Comments
In a strategic move to address the growing skills gap in the Philippines’ emerging semiconductor sector, the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) launched a pioneering collaboration with industry[...]
FICS Faculty Teaches Scratch Programming to pre-JLfest 2026 Participants
Jessa Perez2026-03-10T06:15:59+00:00January 14th, 2026|Categories: Education and public engagement, News|Comments Off on FICS Faculty Teaches Scratch Programming to pre-JLfest 2026 Participants
To equip young learners with foundational programming skills, Asst. Prof. Mary Kristene D. Clariño of the Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) led a three-day workshop on Scratch programming[...]
UPOU to Launch Project on Advanced Chatbot Ecosystem for Student Support
FICS News (JR)2026-02-10T00:38:28+00:00December 12th, 2025|Categories: Education and public engagement, Extension & Public Service, News|Tags: AI, chatbot, EIDR, ODeL, SDG4, student support|0 Comments
The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) is set to implement a major research and development initiative titled “Advanced Chatbot Ecosystem for Comprehensive Student Support and Learning Experience[...]
FICS Honors Graduates at Recognition and Thanksgiving 2025
FICS News (JR)2026-02-10T00:38:28+00:00December 7th, 2025|Categories: Education and public engagement, Extension & Public Service, News|Tags: ODeL, recognition, SDG4|0 Comments
The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) Faculty of Information and Communication Studies (FICS) celebrated the achievements of its graduating students during the Recognition and Thanksgiving 2025 ceremony[...]
ISRGA22-2024 Team Discusses Culminating Research Project Plans in Baguio
FICS News (JR)2026-02-10T00:38:28+00:00December 2nd, 2025|Categories: Education and public engagement, Extension & Public Service, News|Tags: research, SDG17, SDG4|0 Comments
Professor Emeritus Dr. Alexander G. Flor (center left), together with the ISRGA22-2024 research team, closes the 4th Project Coordination Meeting in UP Baguio with a commemorative photo. UPOU-FICS, together[...]
UPOU MIS Student Leads Team to Global AI Recognition
FICS News (JR)2026-02-10T00:38:28+00:00November 28th, 2025|Categories: Education and public engagement, Extension & Public Service, News|Tags: collaboration, MIS, ODeL, SDG17, SDG4, Technology|0 Comments
A Master of Information Systems (MIS) student from the UP Open University (UPOU) recently led her team to international recognition at both the APRU Tech Policy Hackathon 2025 in[...]
UPOU to Hold 29th Commencement Exercises this December 6
FICS News (JR)2026-02-10T00:38:28+00:00November 25th, 2025|Categories: Education and public engagement, Extension & Public Service, News|Tags: commencement exercises, SDG4|0 Comments
The UP Open University (UPOU) will hold the last UP Commencement Exercises of the year on 6 December 2025. More than 700 students from across the Philippines and around[...]
UPOU’s “Ka Sora” MOOC Highlights the Legacy of Melchora Aquino
FICS News (JR)2026-02-10T00:38:28+00:00November 13th, 2025|Categories: Education and public engagement, Extension & Public Service, News|Tags: Ka Sora, lifelong learning, MOOC, SDG4|0 Comments
The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) continues to offer the “Ka Sora” Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) through its Massive Open Distance eLearning (MODeL) platform. Currently underway[...]
UPOU Highlights Microcredentialing at Regional Roundtable Discussion
FICS News (JR)2026-02-10T00:38:29+00:00November 12th, 2025|Categories: Education and public engagement, Extension & Public Service, News|Tags: lifelong learning, microcredentials, SDG4|0 Comments
Dr. Melinda dela Peña Bandalaria, Professor at UPOU’s Faculty of Information and Communication Studies, served as one of the speakers at the Roundtable Discussion (RTD) on Microcredentials in Southeast[...]
Building a Sustainable Future: UPOU’s Commitment Highlighted at the Japanese Speakers’ Forum
FICS News (JR)2026-02-10T00:38:29+00:00November 7th, 2025|Categories: Education and public engagement, Extension & Public Service, News|Tags: collaboration, SDG17, SDG4, sustainable university|0 Comments
The Japan Foundation Manila (JFM) and Kamenori Foundation, in partnership with the UP Open University (UPOU), held the Japanese Speakers’ Forum in the Philippines at the UPOU Headquarters in[...]