Sep 24, 2026

GREAT Program advances Gender-Responsive Education at UCU, conducts 3-day capacity-building series Day 3

Image Carousel · 4 images · click to change, right-click for options Day 2: Translating GEDSI principles into teaching practice Building on the concepts introduced during the opening day, the second day on September 22 shifted the focus toward the practical application of gender-responsive principles in instruction. Asst. Prof. de Jesus returned as resource speaker for "Gender-Responsive Teaching Methodologies," guiding participants in examining teaching approaches that recognize learner diversity and promote equitable participation in the classroom. The succeeding discussion, "Inclusive Assessment and Gender-Fair Communication," was facilitated by Ms. Jullie Ann C. Reyes, University Research Association 1 of UPLB. The topic highlighted the role of assessment practices and communication in ensuring that classroom processes remain respectful, inclusive, and free from gender-based assumptions and bias. Participants then put the concepts into practice through Workshop 2: "Integrating GEDSI into My Teaching Practice," translating the principles discussed into concrete approaches that can beincorporated into their own instructional contexts. A special session on Peer Coaching and Sharing of Practices further provided an avenue for participants to exchange experiences, re?ect on existing approaches, and learn from one another's classroom practices.   The day continued with "Gender Statistics and Gender Analysis Tools," led by Asst. Prof. Collado. The discussion introduced participants to the importance of using gender-related data and analytical tools to identify disparities, understand gender issues, and inform evidence-based interventions in the educational setting.

Sep 24, 2026

GREAT Program advances Gender-Responsive Education at UCU, conducts 3-day capacity-building series Day 2

Image Carousel · 4 images · click to change, right-click for options Day 2: Translating GEDSI principles into teaching practice Building on the concepts introduced during the opening day, the second day on September 22 shifted the focus toward the practical application of gender-responsive principles in instruction. Asst. Prof. de Jesus returned as resource speaker for "Gender-Responsive Teaching Methodologies," guiding participants in examining teaching approaches that recognize learner diversity and promote equitable participation in the classroom. The succeeding discussion, "Inclusive Assessment and Gender-Fair Communication," was facilitated by Ms. Jullie Ann C. Reyes, University Research Association 1 of UPLB. The topic highlighted the role of assessment practices and communication in ensuring that classroom processes remain respectful, inclusive, and free from gender-based assumptions and bias. Participants then put the concepts into practice through Workshop 2: "Integrating GEDSI into My Teaching Practice," translating the principles discussed into concrete approaches that can beincorporated into their own instructional contexts. A special session on Peer Coaching and Sharing of Practices further provided an avenue for participants to exchange experiences, re?ect on existing approaches, and learn from one another's classroom practices.   The day continued with "Gender Statistics and Gender Analysis Tools," led by Asst. Prof. Collado. The discussion introduced participants to the importance of using gender-related data and analytical tools to identify disparities, understand gender issues, and inform evidence-based interventions in the educational setting. 

Sep 24, 2026

GREAT Program advances Gender-Responsive Education at UCU, conducts 3-day capacity-building series Day 1

Image Carousel · 4 images · click to change, right-click for options DAY 1: Building the foundations of gender-responsive education Urdaneta City University advanced its Gender and Development (GAD) initiatives through the Gender-Responsive Education Advancement and Transformation (GREAT) Program, athree-day capacity-building series held from September 21 to 23, 2026 at the University Conference Room. Anchored on the theme, "A Capacity Building Series for Inclusive, Equitable, and Transformative Teaching in Urdaneta City University," the initiative aligns with CHED Memorandum Order No. 1, s. 2015 on GAD mainstreaming in higher education. The program covered the foundations of gender in education, GEDSI application in teaching, and gender mainstreaming in research and extension, supporting SDGs 4, 8, 10, and 17. The GREAT Program opened on September 21 by establishing a common understanding of gender, SOGIESC, GAD, and GEDSI and examining how these concepts shape experiences within higher education. Ms. Sairah Mae R. Saipudin, University Research Association 1 of the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), led the discussion on "Understanding Gender, SOGIESC, GAD, and GEDSI," introducing essential concepts and perspectives that serve as the foundation forgender-responsive practices in the academic setting. The discussion proceeded to "Gender, Power, Bias, and Privilege in Higher Education," facilitated by Asst. Prof. Roselle V. Collado, Director of the UPLB Gender Center and Institute of Statistics. The presentation examined how power relations, biases, and privilege can in?uence interactions, opportunities, and experiences within academic institutions. Participants then engaged in a case discussion on recognizing bias in the classroom, allowing them to examine situations in which assumptions or unequal treatment may affect the learning environment. This was followed by Workshop 1: "Looking through the GEDSI Lens," where participants analyzed scenarios, instructional materials, and existing practices through a gender, equality, disability, and social inclusion perspective. The day concluded with "Creating Safe, Inclusive, and Accessible Learning Environments," facilitated by Asst. Prof. Ana Katrina P. de Jesus, OASH Coordinator and faculty member of the Department of Humanities. The discussion centered on approaches to creating learning spaces where diverse learners can participate meaningfully and access educational opportunities without barriers.#

Sep 24, 2026

September 2026 Social Workers Licensure Examination

Urdaneta City University is one in celebration with the College of Human Sciences (CHUMS) for successfully producing a new batch of UCUian Social Workers in the concluded September 2026 Social Workers Licensure Examination (SWLE). Obtaining a 100% Overall Institutional Passing Rate, surpassing the 76.27% National Passing Rate, this accomplishment places UCU among the TOP PERFORMING SCHOOLS in the Philippines as Rank 1 Universities in the category of institutions with 10–50 examinees and at least an 80% passing percentage. The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced a total of 8,383 passers out of 10,991 examinees nationwide. The licensure examination was conducted from September 9 to 11, 2026. Congratulations to: Jordan Amasen, RSW Alfhred Lawrence Aquino, RSW Daniel Asirit, RSW Dianne Ayson, RSW Marbey Banda, RSW Ma. Elaine Joy Bas, RSW Maria Melissa Baybayan, RSW Elouisa Marie Biason, RSW Jasmine Cagdan, RSW Apple Joy Calaunan, RSW Riginalyn Caranay, RSW Victor Ruel Carpio, RSW Jocel Aillen Datuin, RSW Rocelle Ducusin, RSW Alleson Marie Ellano, RSW Jeriemi Esteves, RSW Jean Estrada, RSW Charlene Garcia, RSW Nica Anne Garcia, RSW Jannah Jel Herramia, RSW Beverly Javier, RSW Zaira Edna Jose, RSW Charizze Joy Lebaste, RSW Arjay Maniti, RSW Johnmhel Mondala, RSW Lyka Panit, RSW Jesha Mae Tambao, RSW Laarni Joy Udtojan, RSW Mark Yuri Vedaña, RSW Dessa Vinluan, RSW