EdUHK Dr Jesus Alfonso Datu Named APS Rising Star

The Education University of Hong Kong 18/03/2022

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EdUHK Dr Jesus Alfonso Datu Named APS Rising Star - AppliedHE

Dr Jesus Alfonso D. Datu, Assistant Professor at the Department of Special Education and Counselling (SEC), The Education University of Hong Kong, was named a Rising Star from the Association for Psychological Science (APS) in February 2022. The designation is presented to outstanding psychology researchers in the earliest stages of their careers.

Dr Datu’s research focuses on positive psychology, positive education, and inclusive education. “I feel honoured and delighted to have received this international award. It recognises the impacts and the potential of my scholarly programme in applying well-being theories as well as scientific findings in school, higher education, and community contexts. This award wouldn’t be possible without the meaningful support of the University, the faculty, the SEC leadership team, my mentors and collaborators,” said Dr Datu.

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The Education University of Hong Kong 18/03/2022

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The Education University of Hong Kong

Nestled in a scenic mountain range, just one hour from Hong Kong’s business districts, The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) offers tranquility and world-class scholarship in a vibrant, inclusive community. EdUHK is a publicly funded tertiary institution dedicated to the advancement of teaching and learning through diverse academic and research programmes on teacher education and complementary disciplines, including social sciences and humanities. The University places great emphasis on research capability with the aim of contributing to the advancement of knowledge, scholarship and innovation. EdUHK is committed to creating a sustainable impact on social progress and human betterment and defining the education landscape for not only Hong Kong, but also the Asia Pacific region. Ranked 3rd in Asia and 16th in the world in Education (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021), EdUHK will continue to make an impact locally, regionally and internationally through high quality research and scholarship. Adopting an Education-plus approach, its primary mission is to lead educational innovation, and to promote and support the strategic development of teaching, teacher education and disciplines complementary to education by preparing outstanding and morally responsible educators and professionals while supporting their lifelong learning. To know more about EdUHK, please visit www.eduhk.hk.