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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 Read more
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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 Read more
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MIMAROPA Names Regional Winners for 2025 Kabataang OA Quiz Bee
The Regional Kabataang Organic Agriculture (OA) Quiz Bee 2025, organized by ATI-MIMAROPA in celebration of National Organic Agriculture Month, was held on October 21, 2025, at the Western Philippines University Main Campus Training Center in Aborlan, Palawan. The competition brought together 46 Agriculture and Agribusiness students from WPU’s College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Environmental Sciences Read more
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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 Ranks 2nd in MIMAROPA in 2025 THE Impact Rankings
Western Philippines University (WPU) continues to strengthen its role in sustainable development, securing the 2nd spot in the MIMAROPA region in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. This year, the university expanded its participation from four to eight Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reflecting its growing commitment to addressing global and local challenges through Read more
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Empowering Isaub’s Women to Transform Meat into Opportunity
Isaub, Aborlan (Palawan) – January 28, 2025.A new flavor of empowerment is cooking in Barangay Isaub. The women of the Rural Improvement Club (RIC) have stepped into the world of meat processing through a bold and exciting initiative: “Oh My Meat – Hayop sa Sarap!” extension program. Supported by Western Philippines University (WPU) through the Read more
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WPU Procurement Office Adopts Sustainable, Green Public Procurement Practices
In line with the Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) Resolution No. 19-2013 and the Philippine Green Public Procurement (GPP) Roadmap, the Western Philippines University Procurement Office has been directed to prioritize the implementation of Sustainable Public Procurement (SPP) and Green Public Procurement (GPP) practices. This directive aims to ensure that all procurement processes within the Read more
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WPU Strengthens Sustainability Efforts, Bans Single-Use Plastics in Campus Biz and Food Services
Western Philippines University has announced a new directive limiting the use of single-use plastics within its campuses as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The policy applies to all in-campus businesses operating under the Income Generating Projects (IGP) Office and to food and beverage suppliers managed through the Procurement Office and 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
