De La Salle University Publishing House (DLSUPH)
Education Paradigms for the 21st Century
Edited by: Gina M. Ordoñez
Published and distributed by
De La Salle University (DLSU) Publishing House, 2015
ISBN 978-971-555-630-9
EDUCATION
“Full of insights from Victor’s experience in universal education as an international UNESCO Director and from his travel to over 175 countries, the book identifies challenges and recommends solutions to the problems of basic education in the developing world.”
Hon. Franklin M. Drilon
President, Senate of the Philippines
“Victor Ordonez is one of the Filipino pioneers of the professionalization of school management, as well as of innovation and inclusivity in education, for which he received many well-deserved awards. As an educational leader, he had shown to many that work, no matter how difficult and taxing, is a blessing — and never a burden — since work well-done is surely a necessary means to development. As an individual and a professional, Ordonez had always upheld equality and inclusivity, and he had embodied these traits in a most admirable way.”
Carmelita I. Quebengco
Chancellor Emeritus, De La Salle University
“While still in initial training as a La Salle Brother, his religious superiors already spotted Victor’s great potential and sent him to do a doctorate in theology at UST. That was uncommon in those days. As we know, not only did Vic go on to earn a string of higher degrees, he also lectured in world-renowned universities and participated in various international fora on education. Not one to parade his gifts or achievements, Vic shared his extensive knowledge and down-to-earth wisdom as naturally and as generously as a friend might share food with a peer.
Successful people who never married are said to have been married to their jobs, but Vic’s “marriage” was to something much nobler: education as an advocacy, a passion, a mission, especially in favor of the poor, the unlettered, and the marginalized. Yes, Vic remained true to his Lasallian roots throughout his life.
His “progeny” lives on in the lives of the many who were inspired by his insights and moved to action by his words. Animo, Vic!”
Br. Victor A. Franco, FSC
President, La Salle Greenhills AND LA SALLE COLLEGE ANTIPOLO