• WPU Strengthens Faculty Research Capacity through “MIMAROPA INSIGHTS” Mentoring Academy

    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

  • WPU Advances Environmental Education Through Symposia on Mining and Biodiversity

    WPU Advances Environmental Education Through Symposia on Mining and Biodiversity

    Western Philippines University (WPU) reinforced its commitment to environmental education and sustainability through two symposia that tackled pressing ecological issues — the Mining Moratorium Symposium and the Katala Fun Day Symposium. Both events brought together students and faculty from the College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Environmental Sciences (CAFES) and the Agricultural Science High School (ASHS)… Read more

  • WPU Launches Balai it Wa’wa Child-Minding Center

    WPU Launches Balai it Wa’wa Child-Minding Center

    𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲, 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐧 𝐧𝐚 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐦𝐠𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐤𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐏𝐔! 🏠👪🧸 Because learning and caring don’t have to stop when duty calls — the WPU Balai it Wa’wa Child-Minding Center officially opens today, October 6, 2025, to lend a loving hand to our faculty, staff, and students. “Balai it Wawa,” which translates to “Home for… Read more

  • CHED-MIMAROPA Establishes First International Relations Officers Network in the Region

    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

  • WPU Strengthens Commitment to Sustainable Development Goals in 2025 Orientation

    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

  • WPU Ranks 2nd in MIMAROPA in 2025 THE Impact Rankings

    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

  • WPU Joins Global Education Conclave 2025 in India

    WPU Joins Global Education Conclave 2025 in India

    President Dr. Amabel S. Liao headed the Western Philippines University (WPU) delegation joining education leaders from around the world at the Global Education Conclave 2025 held in Mohali, India from March 29 to 31. The event was hosted by the Chandigarh Group of Colleges–Mohali and gathered participants from over 50 countries. This year’s theme was… Read more

  • WPU Strengthens Ties with Universitas Ahmad Dahlan-Indonesia for Sustainability Projects, Global Collaboration

    WPU Strengthens Ties with Universitas Ahmad Dahlan-Indonesia for Sustainability Projects, Global Collaboration

    Western Philippines University (WPU), through the Internationalization and External Affairs Office, proudly welcomed esteemed delegates from Universitas Ahmad Dahlan-Indonesia (UAD) from February 24 to 26, 2025. This visit marked a significant step toward strengthening collaboration and expanding global partnerships in academic, research, and sustainability endeavors. One of the event’s highlights was formalizing institutional ties between… Read more

  • WPU stands with small-scale fisherfolks in protecting municipal waters in PH, Palawan

    WPU stands with small-scale fisherfolks in protecting municipal waters in PH, Palawan

    30 January 2025 — Western Philippines University (WPU) has released an official statement expressing its support in upholding the constitutionality of ‘Municipal Waters’ in the country and its provinces, as posted on the university’s Facebook page. The university has reiterated its stand with the small-scale fisherfolks in the ongoing Supreme Court case concerning the constitutionality… Read more

  • WPU Reinforces Priority Service for PWDs, Senior Citizens, and Pregnant Women

    WPU Reinforces Priority Service for PWDs, Senior Citizens, and Pregnant Women

    Western Philippines University reaffirms its commitment to inclusive and compassionate service through the issuance of Memorandum No. OUP-2025-003, directing all frontline offices to provide express lanes or immediate priority service to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), Senior Citizens, and Pregnant Women. In adherence to Republic Acts 9994 and 10754, this initiative ensures that all members of… Read more