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From its creation in 1998, the then-College of Public Affairs (CPAf) has made its mark in the field of development and governance studies. Through the years, CPAf has produced a significant number of graduates and a body of knowledge along institutional, policy and governance issues in the rural sector, in general, and in the agriculture and natural resources sectors, in particular.
Under a new name and a strong, dynamic “one-faculty-one-college” structure that helps strengthen and sustain its established innovations, the College of Public Affairs and Development now aims to offer more relevant academic programs on development and governance studies.
CPAf conference tackles governance for development in post-pandemic communities
by John Glen S. Sarol
What recurring and emergent challenges will face governance actors in different development contexts post-pandemic? How can we use technology, and innovate in teaching and learning in order to address these challenges?
What are the impacts of the pandemic on the sectors and communities in the fringes of society?
These are some of the questions that the College of Public Affairs and Development (CPAf) is attempting to answer at the ongoing 2nd International Conference on Governance and Development (ICGD2).
Held via video conference on 23-25 March, ICGD2 has for its theme “Governance for development in post-pandemic communities: Innovations for the new future.”
Dr. Baconguis as new CPAf Dean: Leading with PURPOSE
by Stella Concepcion R. Britanico
It is passion for learning that fuels her to continue teaching despite the challenges of the current times. And it is purpose that drives her to take the challenge of leading CPAf in this “new future.”
The 8th Dean of CPAf, Dr. Rowena DT. Baconguis, is committed to take on the role of a purpose-driven leader. Her 3-year appointment as Dean was approved on February 26, 2021 by the UP Board of Regents.
“As I was thinking about possible plans, I asked myself: ‘Why will I seek the deanship in the first place?’” Dr. Baconguis shared during the presentation of nominees’ plans on January 12, 2021.
Her answer came from the very question she asked herself – purpose. The word “purpose” gives her the keywords in which she aligned her plans for CPAf.
CPAf’s policy center holds webinar on COVID-19 vaccination
by Marriz M. Mojado
The Center for Strategic Planning and Policy Studies (CSPPS), a research and policy center of CPAf, held a webinar that tackles one of the most pressing issues amidst the pandemic – the COVID-19 vaccine. The webinar entitled, “Is COVID Vaccine Right for You?”, was held on February 23, 2021 via Zoom and livestreamed in Facebook. Dr. Lulu C. Bravo, professor emeritus at the College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila (UPM), served as the resource person.
With the country’s aim to establish “herd immunity” wherein about 70% of the population must be immune to COVID-19, she encouraged everyone to get vaccinated.
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