WPU Internationalization and External Affairs

Western Philippines University students are invited to join The X International Forestry Summer Course 2026!

“Forest for Life: Managing Ecosystem Services in a Changing Climate,” happening on July 7–20, 2026 in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

This international program offers lectures, field activities, and cultural immersion—an enriching opportunity to learn, collaborate, and connect with students and experts from around the world.

Registration is open from April 26 to May 30, 2026.
For more information, visit: https://mikugm.id/scfkt2026

For questions, contact Dr. Rhomi Ardiansyah (The X International Forestry Summer Course 2026, Faculty of Forestry, Universitas Gadjah Mada):
Phone/WhatsApp: +6281313330057
Email: [email protected]

Interested WPU students: Visit the Scholarship Section Office (OSAS Building, Main Campus) for assistance.

| We are RANKED!
Warmest congratulations to the Western Philippines University community for its recognition in the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) 2026, where WPU is placed among the Global Top 500 Innovative Universities at Rank 356 worldwide.

The WPU–Internationalization and External Affairs Office (IEAO) is honored to share this achievement and to acknowledge the collective work of the programs and units whose initiatives contributed to this recognition:

• A1 (91): Enhancing Employability Through Strategic Student Support – WPU Career Center Initiative
• A2 (32): KulturaLink – Philippines–Japan Intercultural Exchange Initiative
• A3 (41): Sweetening Rural Industry – University-Engineered Technology Driving Muscovado Production in Palawan
• B2 (41): Enriched 4-Day Workweek Model – People-Centered Governance in Practice
• B3 (38): Beyond Paperless – Redesigning University Travel and Non-Travel Activities through Digital Process Innovation
• C1 (21): Protecting Paradise – MARINA-Pal’s Early-Warning System Against Antimicrobial Resistance and Harmful Algae in Palawan’s Recreational Waters
• C5 (89): Oh My Meat! Hayop sa Sarap! – Community Empowerment through Meat and Fish Processing
• C7 (70): Strengthening the Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator (WPU-ATBI) for Regional Entrepreneurship and Inclusive Growth

Each initiative represents thoughtful, locally grounded innovation with real impact on communities. The IEAO extends its appreciation to all faculty, staff, partners, and stakeholders who continue to advance WPU’s work in meaningful and practical ways.

| Western Philippines University (WPU) warmly welcomed delegates from Classmate Co. Ltd., Japan on March 25, 2026, for a collaborative meeting held at the WPU Main Campus, Aborlan, Palawan.

Following the successful signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), both institutions reaffirmed their commitment to sustaining and expanding their partnership through strategic and forward-looking initiatives. As part of this continuing collaboration, the meeting aimed to explore and define future directions for the partnership.

The morning session at the Main Campus was attended by College Deans, the ASILS Principal, and the Director of the Student Welfare Services Office. During the meeting, the Classmate oVice platform was reintroduced, opening opportunities for future online intercultural interactions between WPU students, particularly those in high school, and their counterparts in Japan. This initiative aims to enhance students’ communication skills, especially in using English as a global language, and to build their confidence in engaging with international peers.

In the afternoon, the Classmate Co. Ltd. delegation paid an official visit to the University President at the WPU Puerto Princesa City Campus to discuss partnership updates and future collaborative initiatives.

The delegation also toured key university facilities and projects, including the WPU Agritourism Showcase and Leisure Park, various agricultural sites, the Paraoakan Project, and the GEMPHIL Project.

WPU continues to expand its global network and foster meaningful partnerships across borders!

Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) is now offering postgraduate opportunities for interested applicants.

🌏 Field of Study:
⚡ Energy Security & Related Areas

💡 Program Highlights:
✔️ Graduate Assistantship (GA) available for MSc and PhD programs
✔️ Tuition fees and monthly stipend are covered (with Teaching Assistant duties)
✔️ Intake schedules: January | May | September
✔️ Research project guided by a potential supervisor
✔️ Open to applicants with external funding (e.g., Department of Science and Technology / DOST-SEI / Commission on Higher Education) or self-funded

📌 This is a valuable opportunity for those who wish to pursue advanced studies and research in a globally relevant field.

Attention WPU Students

The Commission on Higher Education is pleased to inform interested parties of the information shared by the Embassy of Japan regarding a free AI course being offered by the Matsuo-Iwasawa Lab, University of Tokyo.

The application deadline is extended until 07 April 2026. Additional details regarding the course and the application process may be accessed through the link https://weblab.t.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/lecture/gci/

Applications are officially OPEN for the Faculty and Student Mobility Grant.

⚠️ Slots are limited!
📅 Deadline: 9 January 2026 ✈️
Travel must be completed by 30 June 2026

Apply today at: https://www.searca.org/faculty-student-mobility-grant

| 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙒𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝙋𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙗𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙃𝙀𝘿 𝙄𝘾𝙊𝙉𝙎 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙨 2025!

From the Internationalization and External Affairs Office, we proudly celebrate this milestone, owing to WPU’s recent achievements in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings and its recognition in the WURI Rankings. These accomplishments continue to highlight WPU’s commitment to global engagement, excellence, and innovation.

| WPU Marks a Proud Milestone in Its First UI GreenMetric Participation!

In our very first attempt to join the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, Western Philippines University (WPU) has earned an impressive standing — 61st among Philippine Higher Education Institutions and 1,142nd worldwide.

What is the UI GreenMetric Ranking?
The UI GreenMetric is a global sustainability ranking that evaluates universities based on their commitment to environmental management, sustainable operations, climate action, energy efficiency, waste reduction, water conservation, transportation systems, and education on sustainability. It aims to inspire HEIs to develop eco-friendly policies and create greener, more sustainable campuses.

According to the latest results, WPU earned a total of 4,667.5 points, with the following category scores:
Setting & Infrastructure (SI): 1125
Energy & Climate Change (EC): 825
Waste (WS): 175
Water (WR): 195
Transportation (TR): 1135
Education & Research (ED): 1212.5

This achievement marks a significant step for WPU, reflecting our ongoing efforts to integrate environmental stewardship, sustainable practices, and green innovations across the university’s campuses.

Congratulations, WPU community!
Let’s continue working together for a more sustainable WPU.