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WPU Kicks Off 4th Int’l Confab on the West Philippine Sea with Global Insights on Sustainability and Inclusive Growth
The 4th International Conference on the West Philippine Sea, a highly anticipated biennial event organized by Western Philippines University (WPU) in collaboration with its distinguished partners, opened to enthusiastic participation from researchers and practitioners around the globe from August 24-25, 2023 held at Puerto Princessa, Palawan. This year’s theme, “Nurturing People and Environment, Strengthening Governance Read more
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Western Philippines University Champions Sustainable Solutions at West Philippine Sea Summit
Pasay City — As the West Philippine Sea’s waters face rising challenges, a historic conference convened leaders from various sectors to address urgent environmental and socioeconomic issues confronting this crucial marine area. The Western Philippines University-Institute of Environmental Governance (WPU-IEG) was a key participant in the “Local and National Response: Life and Livelihood, A Multi-Sectoral Read more
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WPU To Lead Key Summit to Protect West Philippine Seascape Amid Growing Threats to Marine Resources
As the interim secretariat, Western Philippines University (WPU) will play a pivotal role in the first-ever summit dedicated to the protection of the West Philippine Seascape (WPS) from March 1-3, 2023 in Puerto Princesa City. This summit, themed “Para sa Buhay at Kabuhayan (For Life and Livelihood): Harnessing the Voice of the CSOs to Protect Read more
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Mapua University Partners with WPU on D-HIVE 4B Project to Strengthen Palawan’s Health and Disaster Resilience
Western Philippines University (WPU) has joined forces with Mapua University in bringing the “Development of Health Index and Vulnerability Reduction System for Region 4B” (D-HIVE 4B Capital) initiative to Palawan, enhancing health resilience and vulnerability reduction for communities across the MIMAROPA region. As a partner institution for this pivotal research project, WPU plays a critical Read more
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WPU engages in MIMAROPA’s Cross-Sectoral Dialogue for Sustainable Regional Development
In a continued effort to advance development across the MIMAROPA region, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) MIMAROPA through the MIMAROPA Regional Research, Development, and Innovation Committee (RRDIC) hosted the “LGU-Industry-Academe Consultation Workshop” at Orchids Garden Suites in Malate, Manila, from February 8-9, 2023. This gathering aimed to foster collaboration among government agencies, academic Read more
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Training on Meat Processing Using Free-Range Paraoakan and Native Chicken Conducted by WPU Home Economics Department in Collaboration with The Paraoakan Project
FRIDAY October 11, 2024 – The department of Home Economics with their partner cooperatives namely the Aborlan Rainbow Marketing Cooperative (ARMC) and RICs from various barangays conducted a farm tour in WPU SAKA, followed by a training on meat processing using free-range paraoakan and native chicken. The Paraoakan (or Pawakan) is a breed native to Read more
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DOST-MIMAROPA and Western Philippines University Conduct Drone Mapping Training for Agriculture
To strengthen the use of science and technology in local agricultural planning, the Department of Science and Technology–MIMAROPA (DOST-MIMAROPA), in partnership with the Western Philippines University (WPU), conducted a Drone Mapping Training for Agricultural Applications from September 3–5, 2024, in Dumaran, Palawan. The activity forms part of the Innovation, Science and Technology for Accelerating Regional Read more
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WPU Launches “FriPlay: Free Play Every Friday” to Promote Health and Wellness
Western Philippines University has officially launched FriPlay: Free Play Every Friday, a new wellness initiative encouraging all faculty, staff, and students to stay active and embrace a healthy lifestyle. The program is in line with the Civil Service Commission’s Memorandum Circular No. 38, s. 1992, also known as The Great Filipino Workout, and its reiteration Read more
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WPU Revitalizes SAKA into an Agritourism and Sustainability Learning Space
The Sanayan sa Kakayahang Agrikultural (SAKA), or Agricultural Skills Training Center, is a long-standing initiative of Western Philippines University that serves as a hands-on training ground for students and farmers. Established to enhance agricultural education and practical learning, SAKA provides opportunities for skill-building in crop production, livestock management, and other areas of sustainable farming. It Read more
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WPU-ATBI leads Livelihood Training on Aquaculture and Agri-Natural Farming
The Western Philippines University – Agribusiness Technology and Business Incubation (WPU-ATBI) Team joined forces with the Tactical Operations Wing West (TOW West) and the Philippine Army Finance Center Producers Integrated Cooperative (PAFCPIC) Palawan Satellite Office to conduct a two-day Training-Workshop on Potential Livelihood Programs on August 1–2, 2024, at the WPU Puerto Princesa City Campus. Read more
