Ordos Open University's "Warm City, Happy Learning" initiative has been selected as a National Lifelong Learning Project by the China Adult Education Association, the only initiative in Ordos to secure the title.

"Warm City, Happy Learning" is a distinctive local lifelong learning initiative developed by Ordos Open University. With a steadfast commitment to making lifelong learning a way of life for Ordos' people, the initiative focuses on two core areas: community education and education for the elderly. It aims to build a lifelong learning system that serves learners of all ages, reaches both urban and rural communities, and integrates online and in-person learning.

The initiative’s influence continues to expand. In 2026, various activities related to the initiative have benefited nearly 100,000 people, creating a lifelong learning ecosystem.