St. Dominic College of Asia (SDCA) was ranked 285th in the Global Top 300 Innovative Universities by the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI), which was announced last June 7, 2024, placing SDCA among the ranks of esteemed institutions worldwide, highlighting its commitment to innovation and excellence in education.

Despite being a relatively young institution, SDCA has proven to revolutionize education through this international recognition.

Out of 2,152 universities from 125 countries globally, St. Dominic College of Asia has achieved rankings in several categories:

• • 285th in the Global Top 300 Innovative Universities
• • 30th in the Global Resilience category
• • 58th in Student Support and Engagement
• • 64th in Innovation in Funding

The WURI assesses higher education institutions' true impact on industry and society across 13 categories, focusing on innovative education, research, and social engagement.

These rankings demonstrate that St. Dominic College of Asia (SDCA) is continuously growing and evolving to meet the needs of its students and stakeholders. This reflects SDCA’s commitment to providing high-quality education and revolutionizing the learning experience. SDCA strives for excellence in all aspects of education, ensuring that students receive a comprehensive and enriching experience. Its dedication to fostering global competitiveness among its students is evident in its relentless pursuit of innovation and improvement in education.

St. Dominic College of Asia is recognized as one of the finalists in three categories of the Green Gown Awards, namely, Creating Impact, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Sustainability, and Next Generation Learning Skills.

Dominican Psychology student interns led the innovative TeleMental Health project. As the COVID-19 pandemic affected people worldwide, the critical need for accessible mental health resources arises. TeleMental Health focuses on providing mental health advice through phones and other virtual platforms. This project emerged as a vital alternative, helping individuals manage depression and anxiety. This highlights the program's effectiveness in using new and modern modality that is suitable to deliver essential mental health services.

Another entry that SDCA was able to be part of is the ArtReach Program, an initiative that beautifully intertwines education, community service, and cultural preservation. Launched by the Multimedia Arts department, the program aims to preserve the heritage of the Dumagat Tribe, one of the Philippines' largest and oldest Indigenous groups residing in the Sierra Madre mountains. ArtReach involves SDCA’s Multimedia Arts students in various community engagement activities and skill training for the Dumagat community. This highlights the impact of combining education with cultural preservation, demonstrating how innovative approaches can enrich and sustain invaluable heritage.

SDCA’s program “Sustainable Training and Education Program” (STEP) for Lifelong Learners was also recognized for its sustainability action. This initiative focuses on providing comprehensive training and education to enhance learners' abilities for successful personal and professional development. This program encourages the use of innovative learning approaches that prepare students for a better quality of learning and adaptability in an ever-evolving world.

SDCA’s recognition at the Green Gown Awards is not just a local achievement, but a global recognition of its efforts. By integrating innovative learning skills into its educational framework, SDCA is not only enhancing students' career prospects but also contributing to a broader, more adaptable environment. This recognition underscores SDCA's commitment to advancing education, sustainability, and community impact on a global scale.

The International Green Gown Awards, in collaboration with Allianz Global Investors and supported by the UN Environment Programme, recognizes outstanding sustainability initiatives by universities and colleges worldwide that excel in integrating sustainable practices.

Stay tuned for the announcement of winners in September 2024 through their social media accounts @greengowns This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

BS Information Technology students Joyce Belen, Kate Palapuz, and Janiel Paul Repaz bagged 2nd runner up - Bronze on the 2024 National I.T Skills Competition under the I.T Quiz Bee category, which was held on April 12, 2024 via Zoom.

National I.T. Skills is a nationwide competition that is held annually with an intent to provide opportunities to young students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills that will eventually turn their passion into a profession in the field of Information Technology. Recently, the competition was held with five categories: Programming Competition, ML Tournament, I.T. Ǫuiz Bee, Cosplay, and Hip Hop Competition. Coached by Prof. Ricardo Dela Cruz, three BSIT students from SDCA garnered 66 total points for the I.T Quiz Bee which ranked the team first in the easy and average round, and finished to 2nd runner-up. The victorious moment left an impact and lesson to the winners. Janiel Paul Repaz, one of the winners, said that “ang lesson na natutunan namin ay maging attentive sa lahat ng oras at makipag communicate sa mga kasama at higit sa lahat dapat marunong umintindi sa mga nakakasama natin.” They exhibited teamwork and intellectual skills that could outdo the 37 competing schools.

This is yet another proud achievement of SDCA that is truly one for the books. Indeed, a brand of excellence of a true Dominican.