SMART Communications Inc. recently partnered with Centro Escolar University (CEU) to launch the latter’s exclusive Smart Online Store for students, faculty and personnel.
Together with PLDT’s business-to-business arm PLDT Enterprise, Smart has set up an exclusive online platform for “Escolarians” across campuses in Manila, Makati and Malolos in Bulacan to conveniently avail of connectivity tools powering up e-learning.
“The CEU Smart Online Store is tailored to the needs of Escolarians, as they navigate the new normal of education. Smart’s digital innovations empower the youth to live smarter for a better world,” said Jane Basas, Smart senior vice president and head of Consumer Wireless Business.
Smart said the partnership with CEU is an embodiment of the PLDT group’s core value of “malasakit,” which inspires the company to assist where and when necessary—this time, in the connectivity needs of the education sector.
“With connectivity solutions housed inside one portal, it will be easier and safer for students and school personnel to purchase load and devices since they don’t need to leave their homes,” said Jericho P. Orlina, the university’s assistant vice president for Business Affairs. “The special rates offered for the CEU community will help ensure…students continue learning in both synchronous and asynchronous classes.”
Escolarians can enjoy discounts on Smart Prepaid load cards and electronic loads at their very own Smart Online Store. The telco has also slashed prices on select phones, while connectivity devices like the Smart Bro Prepaid and PLDT Home Wi-fi are also available on the customized portal.
Smart is likewise giving away Smart 5G-ready prepaid SIMs to students, which will enable the CEU community to experience the fastest 5G network in the Philippines, as certified by Ookla. The telco also bundles exclusive Passion+Purpose premium items for select Smart load purchases.
Escolarian “K-fans” can also ride the “hallyu” wave through a special edition photobook of their favorite Korean idols, which are bundled with select items.
The platform offers secure and convenient payment options via credit cards, PayMaya, and cash-on-delivery or COD. Smart is waiving shipping costs for all purchases made on the CEU Smart Online Store.