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UPOU Blog: Open and distance elearning shaping a woman’s path Hear from Wilma B. Dumayas whose experience highlights how open education can support women in balancing multiple roles and pursuing leadership opportunities. Read the full blog : upopenu.wordpress.com/.../empowered-…

In observance of the holiday, UPOU offices will be closed on 02–03 Apr2026. A WFH arrangement will be observed on 01 Apr 2026. Kindly also note that UPOU currently follows a 4-day work week (Mon to Thu), from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Regular operations will resume on 06 Apr 2026.

UPOU Blog: How do we remember Melchora Aquino today? Read here: upopenu.wordpress.com/2026/03/30/man… #NationalWomensMonth #UPOU #KaSora #MelchoraAquino #WomenInHistory #Gender #ODeL #MOOC

The deadline for the submission of applications for the upcoming AY 2026–2027 is nearing. For your reference, the summary of admission deadlines may be accessed through this link: registrar.upou.edu.ph/admission-dead…. Please visit the registrar.upou.edu.ph for more information.

ICYMI: Finding purpose in sustainability Dr. Ferdinand “Max” Maquito, Lecturer, reflects in his latest blog on how UP Open University became the ideal home for his Sustainable Shared Growth (KKK) seminars. Read the full blog on UPOU’s OpenUPConnect: lnkd.in/g5_fYrRx

What becomes possible when women have access to flexible education? Meet Atty. Jima Zandra M. Jimenea-Vergara, MDC alumna. From distance learning to public service and teaching, her journey shows how education can open opportunities for women balancing work, family, and career.

Accessible support at every step At UPOU, the Office of the University Registrar supports students through fully online application, registration, records management, and digital requests. Through AIMS, academic services stay accessible and secure. #OpenEducationMonth #UPOU #OUR

For visual artist Jikka Defiño, art is not just a hobby but also a way to experience life. Her personal battle against kidney failure became one of her motivations to pursue art and explore the concept of the nostalgic home.

Taking UP education beyond boundaries UPOU, through UP VINTA, connects with Filipinos and global partners in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan—strengthening access to quality education and fostering international collaboration. Read more: upou.edu.ph/.../bringing-t…

Behind the Screen: A Day in a Life of a UPOU Faculty Take a glimpse into a day in the life of Assistant Professor Joel de Castro from the UPOU Faculty of Education, as he balances teaching, program leadership, and his passion for mathematics and technology.

Read more about how the session equips UPOU employees with essential knowledge on their PhilHealth benefits: upou.edu.ph/.../upou-conti…

Exploring the realities of learning at UPOU ICYMI: The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) welcomed 40 BS Development Communication students from Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College (ISPSC) for an educational tour.

A thread: In light of the current global energy situation, simple actions at home and in the workplace can help reduce energy consumption. Explore these energy-saving tips for a more sustainable home and workplace. #EnergyEfficiency #SustainableLiving #ClimateAction