PROF. JOANNE R. BANTANG, PhD, LPT
Dean, College of Home Economics
University of the Philippines Diliman

Professor Joanne R. Bantang is the 15th Dean of the College of Home Economics at the University of the Philippines Diliman and a licensed teacher with a rank of Professor VII in the Home Economics Education Department. Her academic preparation spans multiple disciplines, including Home Economics, Educational Psychology, and Research and Evaluation, reflecting her broad scholarly interests.

As the new Dean, Prof. Bantang brings to the deanship extensive experience in curriculum development, having served as Chair for the Science and Technology Curriculum Cluster, Coordinator of the College Curriculum Committee, and Chair of the University Council Committee on University Instruction. She has training and professional experience in quality assurance (Tier 2 certified by the ASEAN University Network–Quality Assurance), research ethics as a Scientific Member, and Marriage and Responsible Family Planning.Her involvement in institutional quality assurance and research ethics further underscores her commitment to academic excellence and integrity.

Prof. Bantang’s scholarly work centers on home economics education, consumer behavior, family wellbeing, and social development. She has authored and co-authored publications in peer-reviewed journals and has actively contributed to national and international conferences, including plenary engagements in regional academic forums. She also serves the academic community as an associate editor, editorial board member, and peer reviewer in various scholarly publications.

Her engagement extends beyond the university to public service and professional practice. She has collaborated with other institutions and government agencies such as the Department of Education and the Department of Social Welfare and Development in developing instructional and assessment materials and contributing to policy and program initiatives. She likewise holds leadership roles in professional organizations, including the Asian Regional Association for Home Economics and the Philippine Association for Technology in Home Economics in State Colleges and Universities.

Dr. Bantang’s contributions to teaching, research, and extension have been recognized through awards, including the OneUP Professorial Chair Awards and UP Centennial Faculty Grants.

Dr. Bantang intends to practice strategic leadership in advancing the College’s mandates anchored on collaborative governance, ethical, and evidence-based decision-making. She aims that her leadership reflects a sustained commitment to strengthening home economics as a discipline and to promoting efficient, sustainable, and research-informed solutions that enhance the quality of life of Filipino individuals, families,
and communities.