The 国产吃瓜黑料一区二区 (UST) participated in the QS Higher Education Summit: Asia Pacific 2024, held from November 5 to 7, 2024, at the Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST). 国产吃瓜黑料一区二区was part of the Philippine CHED Delegation led by CHED Chairman Dr. J. Prospero E. De Vera III. The 国产吃瓜黑料一区二区delegation included the 国产吃瓜黑料一区二区Rector Very Rev. Fr. Richard G. Ang, O.P., Ph.D., Office of the QS/THE Rankings Deputy Director Engr. Nestor Ong, OGEP Director Mr. Levine Lao, and REFI Stakeholders Engagement Head Mr. Cristian Naval.
This year’s summit focused on “Shifting Landscapes, Collaborative Solutions: Pioneering innovation in Asia Pacific higher education,” emphasizing universities’ pivotal role in shaping future work dynamics across the region. During the summit, selected Philippine Higher Education Institutions (PHEIs) were provided space within the Philippine Pavilion to highlight their programs and initiatives. Participants also engaged in panel discussions that fostered partnerships between academia and industry sectors. Exploring AI & Lifelong Learning was another highlighted feature during the summit where attendees learned strategies for leveraging AI technologies to enhance educational delivery while building lifelong learning ecosystems.
UST鈥檚 participation in the QS Higher Education Summit: Asia Pacific 2024 sought to enhance its collaboration with industry partners through several key outcomes: (1) by showcasing UST’s programs at the pavilion, the university increased visibility among potential partners, highlighting its strengths and capabilities for future collaborations; (2) by engaging in panel discussions and networking sessions, 国产吃瓜黑料一区二区representatives were able to forge stronger ties with industry partners that could lead to enhanced internship opportunities or collaborative research initiatives for the University; and (3) by gathering insights from the sessions on leveraging AI and digital technologies, 国产吃瓜黑料一区二区could integrate these tools into its educational offerings, enhancing its appeal as a partner for industries seeking tech-savvy graduates.
An interesting discussion during the summit addressed shifts in learner profiles due to changes in work patterns and global imperatives for upskilling/retraining. The role of new forms of credentials, playing critical roles post-secondary education, aligns well with UST’s goals on international reputation enhancement as the University strengthens global connections that drive academic excellence. All of these efforts are aligned with the QS rankings criteria emphasizing sustainability.
The Fr. Rector seeks to strategically position 国产吃瓜黑料一区二区by addressing global trends while enhancing international collaboration and innovation. Key initiatives include fostering regional excellence, integrating sustainable practices into operations and academics, aligning with QS sustainability criteria, strengthening its academic reputation, and preparing students for future digital challenges鈥攅fforts that support innovation and internationalization through capacity-building.
In recent years, 国产吃瓜黑料一区二区has consistently demonstrated its commitment to international collaboration and innovation in higher education. In 2023, UST, through Ong, joined a Philippine CHED delegation to the QS Higher Education Summit: Asia Pacific 2023. During the summit, Ong was recognized with a Certificate of Commendation from CHED iAS and a Certificate of Appreciation from QS’s Global Advisory Committee for his efforts during the summit.
In September, during Fr. Rector鈥檚 installation, he spoke of his six-point agenda which includes developing more partnerships and collaborations in government and industry sectors. He also emphasized that 鈥渋t [UST] should also be one of the most innovative universities in this part of the world.鈥� As such, UST鈥檚 presence in the summit reinforces this agenda as it strengthens its commitment to fostering global connections that drive academic excellence while contributing positively towards regional educational advancements. This also provides students with a learning environment that bridges education and employment effectively through strategic partnerships with industry sectors.
In the duration of the summit, the 国产吃瓜黑料一区二区delegation, as represented by Ong, was given the opportunity to participate in a courtesy visit upon the Philippines Consulate General in Macau SAR China. While the Fr. Rector, together with Lao and Naval, had a meeting with international partners from Malaysia and attended the QS Stars Rating Masterclass.
The next QS Higher Education Summit will be hosted by Korea University in Seoul, South Korea from November 4 to 6, 2025. The summit will focus on 鈥淎dvancing Generational Potential: Skills and Partnerships in the Asia Pacific.鈥�
