UC Faculty Complete Wadhwani Faculty Development Program: Advancing Entrepreneurship Education and Innovation

by:  Joycelyn P. Ituriaga

Supporting Global Goals for Sustainable Development

This initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

SDG 4: Quality Education (Indicator 4.4.1 – Increase youth and adults with relevant skills for employment and entrepreneurship)
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth (Indicator 8.3.1 – Promote development-oriented policies that support entrepreneurship and innovation)
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals (Indicator 17.17.1 – Strengthen multi-stakeholder partnerships for sustainable development)

Baguio City, Philippines – January 16 to February 13, 2025

Three esteemed faculty members from the College of Business Administration (CBA) of the University of the Cordilleras successfully completed the Wadhwani Faculty Development Program, an intensive online training designed to foster entrepreneurial mindsets among students. Sessions were held daily from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, offering hands-on learning, actionable insights, and interactive activities.

Faculty Achievers

Mr. Anthony Vance B. Culaton
Ms. Joycelyn P. Ituriaga
Ms. Rhodora Ann N. Ontal

These educators gained real-world tools for teaching entrepreneurship, equipping them to inspire and guide the next generation of innovators.

Awards and Recognitions

Joycelyn P. Ituriaga

Full Certification as Wadhwani Ignite Educator
Academic Excellence Award for achieving the highest overall quiz score

Rhodora Ann N. Ontal

Full Certification as Wadhwani Ignite Educator
Best WEN Ignite Educator for outstanding dedication to entrepreneurship education
Outstanding Facilitator for excellence in teaching and inspiring students

Faculty Reflections

Ma’am Rhods shared:

“It was a great opportunity to learn new ways of teaching and using technology to help students become tech entrepreneurs. Continuous learning is key, and this program empowers us to create flexible curricula that spark innovation and social impact.”

Ma’am Joyce added:

“Wadhwani is a platform that helps us engage students to be innovative and creative, combining tools to reinvent ideas for a sustainable future.”

Commitment to Lifelong Learning

The Wadhwani Faculty Development Program provided invaluable tools and insights, enabling UC faculty to transform education and inspire future innovators. This initiative reflects UC’s dedication to quality education, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.

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