
The first day involved inputs on the topics, "Understanding the Millennial Youth” and “Service Learning in the light of Jesuit Education and Social Justice” with Evans Yonson and Derrick Pimentel as speakers respectively. The 2-day training, held on June 7 and 8, started with an overview and presentation of objectives by Social Development Office director for SLP Engr Gail dela Rita. Millennials want to make a real difference," says Development Communication chairperson Evans Yonson at the Service Learning Program - In Service Training. "Millennials have different motivations they need to grow, make an impact, to be social. The activity was also aimed at developing among formators and faculty a deeper understanding of Outcomes-based Education (OBE) and the skills in evaluating students’ learning using appropriate tools to assess SL courses.

In the SLP In Service Training (InSeT) participated by formators and faculty of the different schools and colleges of the university, it was discussed how Service Learning would form part of the curriculum of various courses. SLP is a hallmark of Xavier Ateneo education through its aim of strengthening social formation among students and forging collaboration with local government to assist in the development of communities. Supplied photo.ĬAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines - The Service Learning Program (SLP) welcomed another school year of community engagements and social formation. Service Learning faculty and formators connect at the SLP In Service Training and collaborate for this school year’s community engagements and social formation.
