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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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Health in Action: WPU’s Commitment to Community Care
Guided by the university’s vision and mission and anchored in its core values, the Western Philippines University (WPU) – Health Services Office continues to play a vital role in promoting the well-being of the entire WPU community. As a support unit open to all students, faculty, and staff, it provides accessible health-care services along with… 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
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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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Promoting Inclusive Learning Through Accessible Library Services for Persons with Disabilities
Western Philippines University is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment by providing targeted support that enables persons with disabilities (PWDs) to access academic resources on an equal basis with others. Through the University Library, dedicated access schemes have been established to address the learning needs of students with disabilities and promote equitable participation in… 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
