In line with its commitment to education and community support, Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of Caltex fuel and lubricants, partnered with the HS 67 Alumni Association to donate 20 refurbished laptops to Ateneo de Naga University (AdNU). The donation, made through AdNU’s Office of Student Affairs (OSA) Access E-Skwela project, aims to assist students whose learning was disrupted by Typhoon Kristine’s devastation. This is the latest program in Chevron and AdNU’s partnership geared toward supporting student learning.
In the past, Chevron donated law school textbooks to the pioneering batch of law students, supporting their educational journey and helping to lay a strong foundation for their future legal careers.
In 2020, at the height of the COVID pandemic, AdNU students struggled with the sudden shift to online classes. Some also faced financial difficulties, as they could not afford to purchase gadgets required for online learning.
AdNU recognized their students’ challenges with online classes and spearheaded the Access E-Skwela Reboot project to address their concerns. This provided students with gadgets for academic use, ensuring uninterrupted learning.
In response, Chevron donated 30 laptops to the Access E-Skwela project to further enhance the university’s efforts. Through this, Chevron ensured that students had the necessary resources to engage in remote learning
However, last October 2024, Typhoon Kristine struck the Bicol region, causing the worst flooding in 30 years. Many students, particularly those from low-income families or on scholarships, lost their devices to the floodwaters. Recognizing the urgent need, Chevron once again stepped in to support the affected students by donating 20 laptops, enabling them to complete coursework and attend virtual classes.
“As part of our response, we at OSA reactivated the Access E-Skwela donation drive, and we are deeply grateful to Chevron Philippines for their generous contribution of 20 laptops. This donation will significantly impact our students’ academic journeys,” said Rodolfo ‘Sonny’ SB Virtus Jr., Director of the Office of Student Affairs.
“I am deeply grateful to AdNU OSA, the donors, and their partner Chevron for supporting initiatives like Access E-Skwela. Their efforts kept me afloat during a difficult time, and I owe a part of who I am today to their unwavering commitment to students like me,” said Hadrian B. Botebara, a beneficiary of the AdNU OSA Access E-Skwela project
“On behalf of Chevron Philippines, I am honored to turn over these laptops to Ateneo de Naga University. We trust that these laptops will serve as valuable tools, supporting the university in its mission to make a meaningful impact on the students and faculty who will benefit from them,” said Raissa Bautista, Senior Corporate Affairs Manager at Chevron Philippines Inc.
Chevron believes that education is a key factor in the economic growth and well-being of the communities where they operate. The company has invested in educational initiatives and partnerships to help communities prosper.