The Strengths and Values of a University
“Whole person education coincides with my vision of the strengths and values of a university,” Budi Widianarko said, reflecting on his recently completed tenure as rector of Soegijapranata Catholic University in Indonesia.
Service-Learning
Service-Learning: Addressing the Head, Heart, and Hand
Indian educators shared experiences in developing service-learning initiatives.
Chen I-Jun, Soochow University, Suzhou
A Human Science
“Psychology is a human science, and its ultimate goal is to serve humans,” according to Chen I-Jun (Evelyn), a professor in the School of Education at Soochow University in mainland China. That focus on serving others inspired her to introduce Soochow University psychology students to service-learning.
Petra Christian University
Teaching Empathy through Design
Architecture students at Petra Christian University listened to people living with disabilities describe their aspirations and their day-to-day lives, and then collaborated with them on inclusive designs.
Dagon University
Service-Learning in Myanmar
Service-learning is a new and untested concept in Myanmar universities, but it could help undergraduate students analyze problems critically, appraise arguments and beliefs, and, most importantly, weigh alternatives, according to Dr. Aye Aye Tun, pro-rector at Dagon University (DU).