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WPU Makes Strong Global Debut in UI GreenMetric Sustainability Rankings
Western Philippines University (WPU) marked a significant milestone as it made its debut in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, placing 61st among Philippine higher education institutions and 1,142nd worldwide in its first-ever participation. UI GreenMetric is an international ranking system that assesses universities’ commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, covering areas such as infrastructure, energy and climate action, waste… Read more
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WPU VPs and Researchers Take Center Stage at the 1st PhiTon Congress and 6th AMSEM
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… Read more
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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… Read more
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𝐖𝐏𝐔 𝐅𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐎𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
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… Read more
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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… Read more
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WPU Strengthens Faculty Research Capacity through “MIMAROPA INSIGHTS” Mentoring Academy
Western Philippines University (WPU), through the Research, Innovation, Development and Extension Office (RIDE), Internationalization and External Affairs Office (IEAO) in partnership with the College of Public Administration and Management, successfully conducted the MIMAROPA INSIGHTS: The Mentoring Innovations for Manuscript Advancement and Research Output Publication Academy on October 21–23, 2025 at the WPU–Puerto Princesa Campus. The… 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 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐇𝐑𝐃𝐂 𝟏𝟒𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦
Western Philippines University celebrates the achievements of its representatives who garnered top recognition at the MIMAROPA Health Research and Development Consortium (MHRDC) 14th Health Research Forum, held on September 10–12, 2025, at Hue Hotel, Puerto Princesa City. Champion in the Professional Category for Oral Presentation was Avien Ynna Hasan, while Florence Armenta (CFINS) secured the… 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
