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

Empowering local governance: ASoG successfully concludes online training course on policymaking and legislation at the local level

On 24 to 27 of September 2024, the Ateneo School of Government (ASoG) through the Executive Education Program held an insightful online training course entitled...

Dr Ronald U Mendoza, former ASOG Dean, appointed as Undersecretary for the Department of Education

The Ateneo School of Government (ASOG) proudly congratulates Dr Ronald U Mendoza on his appointment as Undersecretary for the Department of Education. Dr Mendoza, a...

Development of a Fiscal-Centric DSGE Model in Aid of Policy Evaluation

The paper Development of a Fiscal-Centric DSGE Model in Aid of Policy Evaluation, presented by Dr. Lawrence Dacuycuy, introduces a dynamic stochastic general equilibrium (DSGE) model to analyze fiscal policy in the Philippines using data from 2002 to 2021. It explores the impact of unanticipated economic shocks and evaluates fiscal multipliers under various policy scenarios, providing valuable insights into fiscal dynamics during recent administrations.

Monetary and Financial Agenda Towards Inclusion, Consumer Protection, and Innovation

The paper Monetary and Financial Agenda Towards Inclusion, Consumer Protection, and Innovation examines key aspects of the Philippine Development Plan 2023-2028, proposing reforms to improve financial transparency, consumer protection, and inclusion. Key speakers include Dr. Luis F. Dumlao, Dr. Alvin P. Ang, Ser Percival K. Peña-Reyes, Ph.D., and Genesis Kelly S. Lontoc, MA, who will discuss issues ranging from macroeconomics to financial regulation and innovation.

EDCOM 2 and Ateneo award research fellowships to 16 individuals

The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM2), in partnership with Ateneo de Manila University through the Gokongwei Brothers School of Education and Learning Design (GBSEALD)...

Appointment of Dr Cristina M Bautista as Director of the Tagpuan Center for Dialogue, Research, and Collaboration (Memo U2425-044)

(Memo # U2425-044) Dr Cristina M Bautista, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, is appointed Director of Tagpuan Center for Dialogue, Research, and Collaboration starting 1 August 2024 until 31 July 2025


Events

Live Event / Performance

Antigone

Thu, 24 Aug 2023

Tanghalang Onofre Pagsanghan (Dulaang Sibol), Ateneo de Manila High School

Tickets are now available for Dulaang Sibol's production of Antigone...

Mass

Aug 21 Mass in Remembrance of Sen Benigno "Ninoy" S Aquino, Jr.

Mon, 21 Aug 2023

Sto. Domingo Church, Quezon City

10 August 2023 MEMO TO: All Ateneo Employees and Students...

Live Event / Performance

Antigone

Thu, 10 Aug 2023

Tanghalang Onofre Pagsanghan (Dulaang Sibol), Ateneo de Manila High School

NAGBABALIK SI ANTIGONE ANTIGONE returns this week for a limited...

Live Event / Performance

Antigone

Wed, 09 Aug 2023

Tanghalang Onofre Pagsanghan (Dulaang Sibol), Ateneo de Manila High School

NAGBABALIK SI ANTIGONE ANTIGONE returns this week for a limited...