Western Philippines University Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Lita B. Sopsop, earned the Best Natural Science Study (Oral Presentation) award for her research titled “Economic Value of the Mangrove Ecosystem in So. Marikit, Brgy. San Juan, Aborlan, Palawan, Philippines,” presented during the 1st Philippine Toxinology Congress and the 6th International Symposium on ASEAN Marine Animal and Snake Envenoming/Poisoning Management (AMSEM) held continue reading : WPU VPs and Researchers Take Center Stage at the 1st PhiTon Congress and 6th AMSEM
PCAP Region IV Honors WPU-CCJE Faculty
The Professional Criminologists Association of the Philippines (PCAP) Region IV honored eight faculty members of Western Philippines University–College of Criminal Justice Education (WPU-CCJE) for their exemplary service during the Criminology Profession Week celebration on November 19, 2025, at the Lyceum University of the Philippines Auditorium, Batangas City. Awardees included Mr. Maphilindo D. Lao, who received the Governor’s Mentorship and Knowledge Transfer Award and the Governor’s Advocacy and continue reading : PCAP Region IV Honors WPU-CCJE Faculty
WPU BEEd Students Place in Top 10 Best Researches at International Forum
A group of fourth-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd) students from Western Philippines University earned international distinction after their study was selected among the Top 10 Best Researches at the 8th International Higher Education Research Forum (IHERF 2025) held at the Summit Ridge Hotel in Tagaytay, last November 26-28. The student researchers: April Faith T. Reyes, Hannah Ysabelle V. Rizallosa, Glades May continue reading : WPU BEEd Students Place in Top 10 Best Researches at International Forum
Western Philippines University hosts the 6th TBTI Philippines Executive Meeting
Western Philippines University hosted the 6th Too Big To Ignore (TBTI) Philippines Executive Meeting at the Audio-Visual Hall of WPU Puerto Princesa City Campus on November 20. The meeting gathered university presidents, chancellors, and key officials from 38 institutions nationwide, all committed to advancing the welfare and sustainability of the country’s small-scale fisheries sector. TBTI continue reading : Western Philippines University hosts the 6th TBTI Philippines Executive Meeting
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The newly elected officers of the Western Philippines University Federation of Supreme Student Councils (WPU FSSC), led by Mark Rainer B. Jayme of Aborlan Main Campus, formally took their oath of office this week, signaling the start of a new term focused on strengthening student leadership and representation across all WPU campuses. Administered by University President continue reading : 𝐖𝐏𝐔 𝐅𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐎𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
WPU Signs Major International MOUs to Support Social Work Education
Vigan City, Ilocos Sur — Mr. Ardie Pinzon, Social Work Department Chair, represented Western Philippines University in the recently concluded International Conference – 77th PASWI National Convention held on October 21–24, 2025. On October 22, he presented the Professional Development Exchange Program between the Philippine Association of Social Workers, Inc. (PASWI) and the Social Work continue reading : WPU Signs Major International MOUs to Support Social Work Education