FEU Public Policy Center

| Dr. Edilberto de Jesus — FEU Public Policy Center Board of Trustees Chairperson, former FEU President, and former Secretary of Education — delves deeper into problems faced by our education system in his February op-ed in the Philippine Daily Inquirer.

READ MORE: https://opinion.inquirer.net/180803/ppp-for-the-childrens-welfare

A study conducted by the team of Dr. Joemer Maravilla, adjunct faculty of the FEU Institute of Health Sciences and Nursing at Far Eastern University Manila, explores the challenges faced by public health workers, universities, and health facilities in delivering non-COVID-19 health services after the initial pandemic wave. Key findings highlight service disruptions due to patient hesitancy, workforce shortages, and mental health strain among health workers.

Despite these challenges, innovative solutions like telehealth and social media were adopted. However, issues like digital equity and workforce wellbeing remain pressing concerns.

The study emphasizes the need for strong partnerships with higher education institutions to help local health systems recover and build resilience for the future.

To learn more about their study, kindly access the link below: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanwpc/article/PIIS2666-6065(22)00200-0/fulltext

In our goal of ensuring active citizenship by exercising our right and duty to vote responsibly, the FEU PUBLIC POLICY CENTER continues its partnership with TAMang Boto.

FOLLOW: https://www.facebook.com/TAMangBOTO

🇵🇭 The FEU Public Policy Center (FPPC) is one with the entire country in commemorating Constitution Day.

We recognize the vital role of the Constitution in fostering active citizenship and civic education. As the foundation of our democracy, it empowers citizens to participate in governance, safeguard their human rights, and contribute to nation-building.

By promoting civic awareness and education, the Constitution ensures that every Filipino understands their rights and responsibilities, strengthening democratic institutions and community engagement.

Congratulations to FEU’s 54 new Tamaraw Licensed Architects!
FEU Manila - Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts

Gong Xi Fa Cai! 🐲🏮🎆🐍 We in the FEU Public Policy Center (FPPC) wish you happiness, peace, and prosperity as we celebrate the Lunar New Year!

[29 January 2025 (Wednesday) is a special non-working holiday throughout the country in observance of the Chinese New Year according to Proclamation No. 727.]

🛡️🔒💻 On Data Privacy Day, the FEU Public Policy Center (FPPC) underscores its commitment to safeguarding personal data, which is integral to fostering trust and driving informed policymaking.

In our programs like the College Experience Survey (CES), which gathers valuable insights into student experiences, we in the FPPC strive to ensure that all data is handled responsibly and ethically. By protecting privacy, we not only uphold our mission of advancing the credibility of evidence-based public policy, but also empower our partner communities to share their important stories with candor and confidence. Together, let us advocate for data privacy as a cornerstone of innovation, trust, and meaningful public discourse.

Are you a student from FEU Manila or FEU Makati? 🫵

Check your email right now! 📧 You may have been chosen to be a respondent in the COLLEGE EXPERIENCE SURVEY (CES) of the FEU Public Policy Center! 👏

If you’ve been chosen as a student respondent, we’d love for you to share your thoughts and experiences. Here are the top 3 reasons why your participation is important!🏆

1. CONTRIBUTE TO POSITIVE CHANGE! ✨ The data collected through the CES helps identify pressing issues in tertiary education, such as mental health challenges, financial burdens, or academic support gaps. By participating, you can play an active role in influencing improvements in your schools and universities, which ultimately enhances the quality of education for yourselves and for future students.

2. EMPOWER INFORMED DECISION-MAKING! 🤔 The survey results provide valuable insights to students, families, and educational institutions, which fosters a deeper understanding of the realities of college life. By contributing your perspectives, you can help ensure that the findings reflect diverse experiences, leading to more targeted and effective solutions to challenges.

3. STRENGTHEN STUDENT VOICES! 🔊 Participating in the CES allows you to share your genuine experiences, needs, and concerns, ensuring that your voices are heard by policymakers, educators, and stakeholders. By doing so, you can help in shaping educational policies and practices that directly impact your college experience.
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📊 The COLLEGE EXPERIENCE SURVEY (CES) is an annual survey of students in various colleges and universities across the Philippines that aims to understand the college experience from the viewpoint of the students themselves.

💡 Administered and published by the FEU PUBLIC POLICY CENTER (FPPC) in cooperation with partner universities and colleges, the survey hopes to inform school administrators, students, their families, and other stakeholders about issues and conditions confronting Filipino tertiary students.

📋 The CES plays a unique role in higher education research as the only annual representative survey of college students across the Philippines. Since the first survey round in 2014, the probability sampling design of the CES has ensured that the results are representative of the student population of the participating colleges and universities.

📧 For more information, email us at [email protected].

Today, we celebrate the dynamic education offered at Far Eastern University (FEU), where academic excellence seamlessly integrates with civic engagement, in-depth research, and meaningful public discourse—core elements of the FEU Public Policy Center (FPPC) mission.

At FEU, learning goes beyond textbooks, guiding students on a transformative journey to become socially responsible citizens. The convergence of civic education, research, and debate equips our students across various disciplines with the skills to thrive. Education at FEU is a catalyst for shaping compassionate and knowledgeable future leaders, prepared to navigate an ever-evolving world.

Happy International Day of Education!

[Photo from the FEU Advocate.]

| Dr. Edilberto de Jesus — FEU Public Policy Center Board of Trustees Chairperson, former FEU President, and former Secretary of Education — shares his insights on what should be DepEd's New Year's mission (and not simply a resolution) to bring much needed improvements to our schools.

READ MORE: https://opinion.inquirer.net/180042/a-new-year-mission-for-deped

[SAVE THE DATE!] 🔎 EXPLORING CAMPUS REALITIES: Insights on Civic Engagement from the 2024 College Experience Survey

🗓️ 27 February 2025 (Thursday)
🕑 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
📍 FEU Manila Multipurpose Room

The FEU Public Policy Center (FPPC), supported by The Asia Foundation's YouthLed PH Program, is expanding the College Experience Survey (CES) to better evaluate the impact of the country’s tertiary education system on student development. The CES, a longstanding initiative with over 37,910 student responses, provides crucial insights into traits, opinions, school satisfaction, career motivation, and other key aspects of student life.

This expansion, aligned with YouthLed's objectives, aims to enhance our understanding of civic engagement among Filipino youth and the broader impacts of higher education. By widening the respondent base, the CES will build a more comprehensive database and facilitate the broader dissemination of findings, fostering dialogue and collaboration in advancing civic education and youth participation in democratic governance.

The CES 2024 Public Forum will bring together partner schools and key stakeholders to tie together key insights on the college experience and civic participation of higher education students in the Philippines. Taking advantage of their respective networks, the FPPC and YouthLed will invite key stakeholders from the education, business, government, and civil society sectors to a presentation of key findings, panel reaction from thought leaders, and open forum.

| Here's the latest opinion piece on Rappler by Dr. Edilberto de Jesus — FEU Public Policy Center Board of Trustees Chairperson, former FEU President, and former Secretary of Education!

READ: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/opinion-presidents-felons-liberal-democracy/

Are you a student from the Iloilo City Community College? 🫵

Check your email right now! 📧 You may have been chosen to be a respondent in the COLLEGE EXPERIENCE SURVEY (CES) of the FEU Public Policy Center! 👏

If you’ve been chosen as a student respondent, we’d love for you to share your thoughts and experiences. Here are the top 3 reasons why your participation is important!🏆

1. CONTRIBUTE TO POSITIVE CHANGE! ✨ The data collected through the CES helps identify pressing issues in tertiary education, such as mental health challenges, financial burdens, or academic support gaps. By participating, you can play an active role in influencing improvements in your schools and universities, which ultimately enhances the quality of education for yourselves and for future students.

2. EMPOWER INFORMED DECISION-MAKING! 🤔 The survey results provide valuable insights to students, families, and educational institutions, which fosters a deeper understanding of the realities of college life. By contributing your perspectives, you can help ensure that the findings reflect diverse experiences, leading to more targeted and effective solutions to challenges.

3. STRENGTHEN STUDENT VOICES! 🔊 Participating in the CES allows you to share your genuine experiences, needs, and concerns, ensuring that your voices are heard by policymakers, educators, and stakeholders. By doing so, you can help in shaping educational policies and practices that directly impact your college experience.
________

📊 The COLLEGE EXPERIENCE SURVEY (CES) is an annual survey of students in various colleges and universities across the Philippines that aims to understand the college experience from the viewpoint of the students themselves.

💡 Administered and published by the FEU PUBLIC POLICY CENTER (FPPC) in cooperation with partner universities and colleges, the survey hopes to inform school administrators, students, their families, and other stakeholders about issues and conditions confronting Filipino tertiary students.

📋 The CES plays a unique role in higher education research as the only annual representative survey of college students across the Philippines. Since the first survey round in 2014, the probability sampling design of the CES has ensured that the results are representative of the student population of the participating colleges and universities.

📧 For more information, email us at [email protected].