Ateneo and the UN Sustainable Development Goals

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The University strives to make positive contributions to society, and to achieve this, it engages with various stakeholders across different sectors. Within the University, all students are given proper representation through student councils, while employees are represented by the employee's union, faculty, and staff organizations.

The Ateneo Center for Education Development, Gawad Kalinga, and the Ateneo Institute of Sustainability are a part of the university's Social Development Cluster, which works directly with regional stakeholders on social development initiatives. This strategy makes sure the university stays actively involved with the larger community and aids in the advancement of constructive social change.

Guided Community Engagement: OSCI's Role in Social Formation and Co-Curricular Programs at Ateneo

The Office for Social Concern and Involvement (OSCI) at Ateneo de Manila University is responsible for the social formation of undergraduate students. OSCI promotes meaningful connections between students and members of underrepresented communities as well as those tackling social problems like poverty. In order to improve students' social awareness and involvement, OSCI offers opportunities for them to participate in these experiences as part of the Integrated Ateneo Formation (InAF) Program. These activities are an important component of the undergraduate co-curricular program for the students, and they follow rules to guarantee responsible and meaningful interactions.

In the 2024–2025 academic year, the majority of the three main OSCI programs—NSTP11–Punla, NSTP12–Bigkis, and Binhi—will be conducted off campus. As per safety procedures, most operations are overseen by deputized Ateneo personnel or OSCI Formators. In the event that a student is unable to attend off-campus events, there are alternatives that are available either on campus or online. These exchanges ensure that student involvement in communities is consistent with the university's General Guidelines on the Conduct of Off-Campus Activities. In this methodical approach, the safety and quality of the students' experiences are prioritized.

OSCI Policies

News and Features

Defending The West Philippine Sea: Achieving Genuine National Security Against A Backdrop Of Global Shifts In Power And Persistent Domestic Security Challenge

The research, Defending The West Philippine Sea: Achieving Genuine National Security Against a Backdrop of Global Shifts in Power and Persistent Domestic Security Challenges, explores the Philippines' strategic options to protect its claims in the West Philippine Sea amid rising regional tensions and changing global power dynamics. Led by experts Herman Joseph S. Kraft and Dr. Robin Michael U. Garcia, the study draws on diverse data sources to assess policy responses, alliances, and ASEAN’s role, providing insights to strengthen the Philippines' national security strategies.

Ateneo Law and Liberty Circle hosts talk on the World Trade Organization by Amb Manuel Antonio J Teehankee

The Ateneo Law and Liberty Circle hosted a talk on the all-important topic of the World Trade Organization (WTO) on 8 November 2024 at the...

Ateneo Law hosts book launch of “Understanding the Rules of War” by Atty Evecar B Cruz-Ferrer

On 7 November 2024, the Ateneo de Manila University School of Law served as the venue for the book launch of “Understanding the Rules of...

“Hope that does not disappoint”: An Advent Recollection

“In addition to finding hope in God’s grace, we are also called to discover hope in the signs of the times that the Lord gives...

7 outstanding Filipinos honored at the 2024 Traditional University Awards

On 6 November 2024, Ateneo de Manila honored seven outstanding individuals across different sectors of Filipino society at this year’s Traditional University Awards. For 2024...

Driven by care: PMSA’s relief response in Bicol, donations received through fruitful org collaborations

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Events

Meeting / Consultation / Town hall / Forum

It Takes a Village: Community Driven Innovation

Wed, 22 Nov 2023

Areté Sandbox - Ateneo Blue Nest

Join us in a dynamic three-hour onsite event that will...

Lecture / Talk / Discussion

22nd Jaime V Ongpin Annual Memorial Lecture: Paghihingalo ng Edukasyon: Sintomas, Sakit at Reseta

Mon, 13 Nov 2023

Ateneo Rockwell Campus

KEYNOTE SPEAKER PANEL OF REACTORS CLOSING REMARKS You are cordially...

Lecture / Talk / Discussion

Peace-building, Nation-building

Thu, 09 Nov 2023

Hyundai Hall

The University President invites the Ateneo de Manila Community to...

Academic Conference

Transdisciplinary Social Development Public Colloquium 2023

Sat, 04 Nov 2023

Faura AVR

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology, in collaboration with the...