Western Philippines University (WPU) made a strong impression at CHED RAISE 2026 on February 25, 2026, drawing significant interest for its showcased initiatives in artificial intelligence, research, and innovation. Held at the Iloilo Convention Center in Iloilo City, the three-day summit—organized by the Commission on Higher Education in partnership with West Visayas State University and Northern Iloilo State University—convenes higher education continue reading : AI for Communities: WPU Makes Strong Impression at CHED RAISE 2026
Empowering Student Leaders: WPU Strengthens Peer Support Network
The WPU Office of Guidance and Counseling (OGC) conducted a Peer Facilitator Training Workshop, equipping students with essential leadership skills to support peers in mental health, academics, and student life. Held as part of the university’s continuing student support initiatives, the activity reflects WPU’s commitment to making a difference within the campus community. This initiative continue reading : Empowering Student Leaders: WPU Strengthens Peer Support Network
WPU Team Showcases PANACEA Project Gains at Culminating Meeting in Malaysia
Three faculty members and two project staff attended the PANACEA (Participatory Approaches for Nature-based Solutions for Climate Adaptation and Mitigation, and Empowering Southeast Asian Coastal Communities) Project’s final meeting in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, on Feb 9-13, 2026. The Project is funded by the British Academy, led by the University of Malaya (Kuala Lumpur) and collaborating continue reading : WPU Team Showcases PANACEA Project Gains at Culminating Meeting in Malaysia
WPU Joins DBM MIMAROPA Regional Budget Forum for FY 2027 Preparation
Western Philippines University (WPU) participated in the recently concluded DBM MIMAROPA Regional Budget Forum for the FY 2027 National Budget, held on February 5, 2026. Pursuant to DBM National Budget Memorandum No. 1561, the forum, led by DBM MIMAROPA Regional Director Ricky Sanchez, guided participating State Universities and Colleges on updated budget preparation guidelines, forms, and reporting requirements continue reading : WPU Joins DBM MIMAROPA Regional Budget Forum for FY 2027 Preparation
WPU Global CFaH Project Wraps Up Academic Development Workshop in San Rafael Community
Western Philippines University (WPU), through the NIHR Global Health Research (GHR) concluded its Cohort Academic Development Award (CADA) Workshop under the NIHR Global Health Research Group on Community Food and Human Nutrition and Planetary Health in Small Islands (CFaH) on January 22 in Barangay San Rafael, Puerto Princesa City. The final day featured team presentations among project implementers as they showcased their continue reading : WPU Global CFaH Project Wraps Up Academic Development Workshop in San Rafael Community
WPU Strengthens Community Food Systems Through NIHR Global CFaH Initiative
Western Philippines University (WPU), through the Palawan National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Global Health Research (GHR) hosted the Cohort Academic Development Award (CADA) Workshop under the NIHR Global Health Research Group on Community Food and Human Nutrition and Planetary Health in Small Islands (CFaH) project from January 19–22, 2026 in Barangay San Rafael, Puerto continue reading : WPU Strengthens Community Food Systems Through NIHR Global CFaH Initiative