There are those rare occasions that spark something, and some get-togethers just happen. For Fusion at The Fifth at Rockwell, the OEd (Online Education) community came together. This evening deftly blended inspirational lectures, stimulating conversations, and a celebration of what modern education can be: accessible, forward-thinking, and deeply human.
From the moment guests entered the room—many of whom were dressed in their best denim as a lighthearted homage to the theme—the atmosphere was unmistakably OEd: welcoming, thrilling, and brimming with a sense of community. It was the kind of energy that only emerges when educators, leaders, visionaries, and students gather in one location.
A Celebration of Learning That Adapts to Real Life
Fusion has shown why Philippine education is still influenced by OEd (Online Education), which has long been credited for redefining what it means to learn in the digital age.
Fusion dared to deviate from traditional events, which place an emphasis on formality. It was a communal gathering, a learning festival, and a celebration all at once. It captured the essence of OEd's mission, which is to empower every Filipino student through technology, flexibility, and genuine connection.
A Program That Fed Both the Mind and the Spirit
The evening evolved through careful layers, starting with an energetic opening performance by OEd students and the warm, lively hosting of Nicole Hyala, whose charisma instantly warmed the room. Next were Christopher Satulan's remarks, which emphasized community, commitment, and how platforms like OEd continue to change lives one kid at a time. In a speech on behalf of Dr. Amable C. Aguiluz IX, the founder of OEd, Oliver Vergara honored the organization's longstanding heritage of developing an educational system that adapts to students rather than the other way around.
Guests
were then treated to a thoughtfully curated lineup of speakers: Ericson Del
Castillo, who explored The Future of Work Skills and how learners
can stay competitive in a rapidly shifting world; Coach JC Libiran, who
emphasized The Importance of Ethical Behavior
in the Workplace as a foundation for meaningful, values-based success; and Cleo
Viray, who closed the discussions with Re-Charge Mode: Caring for Your
Mental Battery, a timely reminder to prioritize mental wellness amid
everyday demands.
Warmth and flair were added to the program by intermission performances by soulful Nolo Lopez, known for his passionate, uplifting stage presence, and powerhouse vocalist Sephy Francisco, whose immaculate dual-voice skill never fails to astound. Their performances provided the perfect moments to pause, inhale deeply, and re-establish contact before going back to the revelations of the evening.
A Night That Ended With Community and Celebration
An Acquaintance Party, which brought parents and OEd partners together with SHS, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate students in a joyful blend, marked the end of Fusion. It demonstrated how close-knit and intimate an online academic community can be. Dancing, snapping photos, laughing, and uninhibited delight were all part of the evening.
More Than an Event—A Reminder of Why Education Must Evolve
Fusion was a statement that education needs to keep changing, not just a program. No matter where they are in their journey, OEd (Online Education) remains dedicated to its mission: education that is flexible, adapts to real life, and empowers Filipinos.
Here’s to more breakthroughs, more collaboration, and more empowered learners. Here’s to OEd—and to the many lives it continues to transform.
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