Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals focuses on strengthening the means of implementation and revitalizing global partnerships for sustainable development. Western Philippines University advances this goal by building and strengthening partnerships with local and national government agencies, academic institutions, international universities, private organizations, industries, and civil society groups. Through these collaborations, the university facilitates the exchange of knowledge, expertise, technology, and resources to support education, research, innovation, and community development. Its partnerships also create opportunities for joint research, international academic exchanges, faculty and student development, technology transfer, extension services, and capacity-building initiatives. By working with diverse stakeholders, WPU extends the reach and impact of its institutional programs while helping address development challenges in Palawan and beyond. The university further promotes collaboration through participation in academic networks, sustainability initiatives, and international platforms that encourage knowledge sharing and institutional cooperation. These efforts align with SDG 17’s objectives of strengthening multi-stakeholder partnerships, promoting international cooperation, facilitating access to knowledge and technology, and mobilizing resources and expertise in support of sustainable development.
Our initiatives
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Dr. Plasus Represents WPU at UNIIC Demo Day 2024 in Indonesia
The UNIIC Demo Day 2024 brings together innovative startups and industry leaders this September 17-20, in Jakarta and Bandung, Indonesia. Representing WPU, Dr. Maria Mojena G. Plasus, Professor of the College of Fisheries and Natural Sciences is a key participant, contributing valuable insights and fostering connections throughout the event. Over the course of four days,… Read more
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WPU Attends Pre-Plenary Hearing to Outline FY 2025 Budget for State Universities
The Western Philippines University team, led by President Dr. Amabel S. Liao, participated in the pre-plenary hearing conducted by the House Committee on Appropriations earlier today, September 17 at Nograles Hall, Batasang Pambansa Complex, Quezon City. This was in preparation for the plenary budget deliberation to be conducted tomorrow at the Plenary Session Hall of… Read more
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WPU Launches Two-Day Seminar on Futures Thinking
The Western Philippines University (WPU) has commenced a two-day Futures Thinking Seminar-Workshop today, August 27, at the AV Hall, Puerto Princesa City Campus. This initiative aims to equip WPU leaders and innovators with the necessary tools to navigate the complexities of the future, not only within the education sector but also across various emerging fields.… Read more
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The Palawan Scientist Journal is now Indexed in Scilit
Congratulations to the Western Philippines University, The Palawan Scientist Editorial Team, and to all contributors for another significant achievement we have attained in pursuit of excellence and wider reach. The Palawan Scientist is now on Scilit, a platform for Joint Scientific Literature Discovery, Summarization, and Citation Generation. We continue to strive for quality, reliable, and… Read more
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Western Philippines University and National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology Institute Alliance Toward Academic Excellence
In a move set to strengthen academic and research collaborations, Western Philippines University (WPU) and National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology (NKUST) inked their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) yesterday, August 19, at the AV Hall of WPU Puerto Princesa City Campus. The… Read more
