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WPU Hosts Aborlan North District Inter-School Meet 2024
The grounds of Western Philippines University (WPU) once again came alive with energy and excitement as it served as the venue for the Aborlan North District Inter-School Meet 2024. The event brought together student-athletes from various schools across the district to showcase their skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship. WPU opened its sports facilities for the district… Read more
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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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WPU-CAFES, DAR-Palawan Lead Planning Workshop for Aborlan Coop
The WPU College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Environmental Sciences (CAFES), through its Agribusiness Department, conducted a Training-Workshop on “Drafting and Developing a Strategic Development Plan” for the Aborlan Food Processors Agriculture Cooperative (AFPAC). The event was in partnership with the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR)–Palawan under CAFES-Agribusiness’ Resource-based Enterprise Development (RED) Extension Program. The activity… 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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WPU Emerges as Halal Training Hub: DOST Explores Collaborations and International Partnerships
Yesterday, October 10, 2024, the Regional Director of DOST urgently called for a meeting to explore potential collaborations, including implementing a “Training for Trainers” program in 2025. WPU is now considered a hub for Halal training and research in Western Philippines and beyond. This positions the university as a key player in advancing knowledge and… 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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Fostering Global Citizenship in MIMAROPA: Western Philippines University Collaborates with CHED MIMAROPA to Enhance Internationalization and Innovation in Higher Education
Western Philippines University (WPU) is making strides in expanding its global footprint! Recognized in THE Impact Rankings, WPU has joined forces with CHED MIMAROPA for an orientation and mentoring session dedicated to advancing Internationalization and Global Citizenship Education. This event, facilitated by CHED MIMAROPA, aimed to bolster WPU’s strategies in sustainability and innovation, underscoring its… Read more
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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
