YOUR GO-TO FOR A CURIOUS MIND
Barstool University: Drink and Think!
📍 Wild Plant Based Café Bar, Poblacion, Makati City 🗓️ Thursday, August 7, 2025 | 5:00PM
Ready to feed your curiosity? Join us for a one-of-a-kind evening where fresh ideas flow as easily as your favorite drink.
Where Learning Meets Lifestyle
Think learning is just for classrooms? Think again.
Barstool University transforms cozy cafés and neighborhood bars into spaces for fresh thinking, lively discussions, and unexpected inspiration. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a student, a freelancer, or just someone who loves a good story, this event is for you. Bring your questions, bring your curiosity and leave with new ideas and new friends.
About the Organizers
Digital Nomad Association Philippines (DNA PH) is a non-profit organization on a mission to help Filipinos succeed in the global digital world.
We support digital literacy, purposeful travel, and meaningful work opportunities so no one gets left behind as technology transforms our lives. Barstool University is part of our effort to make learning more accessible, more fun, and more connected to real life.
Meet the Speaker
Prof. Cheryll Soriano
Curious about how digital platforms shape our culture and work? You’ll love this talk. Prof. Cheryl Soriano teaches Communication at De La Salle University.
She’s spent years researching how technology, social media, and the gig economy are changing the way we live. Her work explores everything from digital labor conditions to the power of online communities and how young people handle online bullying.
Some highlights of her work
Principal Investigator for Fairwork Philippines, promoting fair labor practices in the gig economy
Author of YouTube and Brokerage Dynamics in Philippine Digital Cultures (Amsterdam University Press)
Co-editor of Asian Perspectives on Digital Culture
Visiting Fellow at RMIT University and Peking University
Get ready for an eye-opening talk followed by an interactive Q&A.
Program Flow
5:00 PM
Venue setup and speaker preparation
6:00 PM
Gates open & registration (priority seating for those who reserve online)
7:00 PM
Start of the event. Welcome remarks and introduction to DNA PH
7:20 PM
What is Barstool University? + A fun 30-second audience pitch game
7:25 PM
Featured Talk by Prof. Cheryl Soriano
8:15 PM
Live Q&A
8:30 PM
Thank you’s and start of networking & socials
10:00 PM
Wrap-up and goodbyes
FAQs
Do I need to pay to attend?
This event is free and open to everyone. We do recommend reserving your seat online to get priority seating.
Is the venue exclusive to attendees?
No, the café will remain open to the public, but we prioritize reserved guests and seat them at the front.
Can I come if I haven’t reserved online?
Yes! Walk-ins are welcome, but seating is first-come, first-served after reserved guests are seated.
Do I need to bring anything?
Just bring yourself, your curiosity, and maybe something to take notes. Drinks and food are available for purchase at the café.
Who is this event for?
Everyone—students, professionals, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and anyone interested in learning and connecting with others.
How can I stay updated about future events?
Follow Digital Nomad Association Philippines on social media or join our mailing list at [DNA PH website link if available].
Reserve Your Spot
SEATS ARE LIMITED AND FILL UP FAST!
📍 Wild Plant Based Café Bar, Poblacion, Makati City 🗓️ Thursday, August 7, 2025 | 5:00PM
Reserve yours today to secure your place at the front and enjoy an evening of learning, connection, and community.
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