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CHED-MIMAROPA Establishes First International Relations Officers Network in the Region
In Photo: The newly-elected officers of the MIMAROPA International Relations Officers (IRO) Network, composed of internationalization directors and officers from various HEIs in the region. In a milestone event, the first International Relations Officers (IRO) Network in the MIMAROPA region has been established, bringing together State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs),… Read more
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WPU Strengthens Commitment to Sustainable Development Goals in 2025 Orientation
Western Philippines University (WPU) held its SDG Orientation-Workshop 2025 on September 5 at the WPU Training Center-Main Campus. The event commenced with the theme “WPU at the Forefront: Global Standing and Initiatives for the Sustainable Development Goals.” The one-day activity was spearheaded by the Internationalization and External Affairs Office (IEAO). The orientation gathered university leaders,… Read more
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WPU Joins Community Reforestation Efforts in Aborlan
Western Philippines University took part in the 3rd Synchronized Pista ng Kalikasan Tree Planting Program on June 20, 2025, at Sitio Talakaigan, Cabigaan, Aborlan, Palawan. Themed “Panumbalikin ang Kagubatan: Kalikasan, Kabuhayan at Kinabukasan”, the event brought together local stakeholders in a shared effort to restore degraded forest areas. Faculty from WPU’s College of Agriculture, Forestry… Read more
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WPU, UTP-Malaysia Partner for Clean Water, Culture, Community in Palawan
Western Philippines University (WPU) welcomed a delegation from Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP), Malaysia, for a week-long collaboration focused on technology, culture, and community development from April 25 to 30, 2025. The visit brought together students and faculty from both universities and was made possible through the efforts of the WPU Internationalization and External Affairs Office,… Read more
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WPU Joins Global Education Conclave 2025 in India
President Dr. Amabel S. Liao headed the Western Philippines University (WPU) delegation joining education leaders from around the world at the Global Education Conclave 2025 held in Mohali, India from March 29 to 31. The event was hosted by the Chandigarh Group of Colleges–Mohali and gathered participants from over 50 countries. This year’s theme was… Read more
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WPU Hosts World Pangolin Day, Uniting Schools and Conservationists for Wildlife Protection
Western Philippines University (WPU) marked World Pangolin Day: Youth Legacy for Pangolin Conservation with a vibrant celebration, bringing together conservationists, educators, and students to raise awareness about one of the world’s most trafficked mammals—the pangolin. WPU President Dr. Amabel Liao, Atty. Teodoro Jose Matta, Executive Director of the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development (PCSD), and… Read more
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WPU Strengthens Ties with Universitas Ahmad Dahlan-Indonesia for Sustainability Projects, Global Collaboration
Western Philippines University (WPU), through the Internationalization and External Affairs Office, proudly welcomed esteemed delegates from Universitas Ahmad Dahlan-Indonesia (UAD) from February 24 to 26, 2025. This visit marked a significant step toward strengthening collaboration and expanding global partnerships in academic, research, and sustainability endeavors. One of the event’s highlights was formalizing institutional ties between… Read more
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WPU stands with small-scale fisherfolks in protecting municipal waters in PH, Palawan
30 January 2025 — Western Philippines University (WPU) has released an official statement expressing its support in upholding the constitutionality of ‘Municipal Waters’ in the country and its provinces, as posted on the university’s Facebook page. The university has reiterated its stand with the small-scale fisherfolks in the ongoing Supreme Court case concerning the constitutionality… Read more
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WPU Establishes RIDE Office to Strengthen Inclusive Research, Innovation, Development, and Extension
Western Philippines University (WPU) has officially established the Research, Innovation, Development, and Extension (RIDE) Office, marking another milestone in its commitment to advancing knowledge creation, innovation, and inclusive community development. The creation of the RIDE Office underscores WPU’s vision of becoming a leading university in research-driven education that directly benefits the people of Palawan and… Read more
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WPU Empowers Irawan Youth Through “Unlad Kabataan Project”
In line with Article II, Section 13 of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, which recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation-building, the Public Administration Department of the College of Public Administration and Management (CPAM) spearheaded an extension activity titled “Unlad Kabataan Project: Mobilizing Filipino Youth for Civic Action.” The seminar-workshop was held in Barangay… Read more
