MICRO - JPCS SMU Chapter

𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐝-𝐇𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 💻⛑️
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On March 28, 2026, at the Sacred Heart Center, Computer Science students reached a remarkable milestone as they took part in the Hard-Hatting and Pinning Ceremony—a symbol of their readiness to step into the professional world.⁣
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The event was graced by our guest speaker, Engr. Emil Louie B. Tumaneng, Systems Engineer from NUVELCO, who delivered an inspiring message highlighting the importance of responsibility, adaptability, and continuous growth as future professionals in the field of technology and engineering. ⚡⁣
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Together with students from CpE, EE, and ECE programs, the ceremony became a shared celebration of dedication, perseverance, and the pursuit of excellence across disciplines.⁣
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The donning of hard hats and the pinning of badges marked not just an achievement, but a commitment—to apply knowledge with integrity, to embrace challenges with resilience, and to build innovations that will shape the future.⁣
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Congratulations to our Computer Science students for this well-deserved milestone! 🎉

𝗜𝗖𝗟𝗠𝗦 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗠𝗨 𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗘 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
Last March 19, 2026, four representatives from the ICLMS Department proudly represented Saint Mary's University at the International Research Conference on Information Technology Education (IRCITE) 2026 held at Bulacan State University in Malolos.
See full story: https://smu.edu.ph/iclms-department-represents-smu-at.../
Written by: Lance Krystian Andres, MICRO Social Media Manager
Photo by: Ethan Jericho Salvador

𝗜𝗖𝗟𝗠𝗦 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗠𝗨 𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗘 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Last March 19, 2026, four representatives from the ICLMS Department proudly represented Saint Mary's University at the International Research Conference on Information Technology Education (IRCITE) 2026 held at Bulacan State University in Malolos.

See full story: https://smu.edu.ph/iclms-department-represents-smu-at-ircite-2026/

Written by: Lance Krystian Andres, MICRO Social Media Manager
Photo by: Ethan Jericho Salvador

🔌✨ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐅𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠⁣
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Last March 18, 2026, 2nd Year ICLMS and 3rd Year CpE students gathered at S202 for an engaging and insightful seminar on the future of networking through fiber optic innovations.⁣
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A huge thank you to our resource speaker, Mr. Michael James Roger C. Cauilan, for sharing his expertise and inspiring our students to explore the evolving world of network technologies. 🌐💡⁣
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We also extend our appreciation to our Networking Instructors,⁣
Ms. Essel T. Cañaberal, MIT (CICT Director & DPO) and Mr. Ferdinand Molina, for organizing this successful event.⁣
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Special thanks to MICRO-JPCS for their support and assistance in making this seminar possible! 🤝⁣

𝐒𝐌𝐔 𝐈𝐓 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐑𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫-𝐔𝐩! 🏆💻

Three Information Technology students, together with their coach, proudly represented Saint Mary’s University in the 𝑲𝒂𝒔𝒂𝒍-𝑳𝒊𝒏𝒌 𝑰𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒆, organized by the Municipality of Solano through the Municipal Civil Registrar’s Office.

The team developed Kasal-Link, a web-based system designed to make the Application for Marriage License process faster, simpler, and more organized for applicants and local government offices. Their project was presented on March 9, 2026, at the MDRRMO Conference Room, and their innovation was formally recognized during the awarding ceremony on March 16, 2026, at the Solano Municipal Hall Grounds, where they earned 3rd Runner-Up.

The team is composed of John Paul C. Dres, Me Jouy T. Paspie, and Timothy Sancho B. Tabangin, under the guidance of their coach Ms. Rocel Audrey J. Batara.

Their dedication, creativity, and teamwork continue to bring pride to the SMU community.

🎉 Congratulations to the team for this outstanding achievement!

𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝: 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐝-𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 🎓✨ | 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟐

The Pinning and Send-Off Ceremony 2026 for the 4th Year Information Technology (IT) and Library and Information Science (LIS) students was held on February 7, 2026, at the Sacred Heart Center, marking a significant milestone in their academic journey.

The ceremony featured an inspirational talk by Mr. Julius Bucad, Information System Analyst III of R2TMC, who shared insights on finding one’s path in the field of Information Technology, emphasizing self-discovery, perseverance, and openness to growth as students explore the many opportunities within the IT industry.

The Pinning Ceremony followed, symbolizing the students’ readiness to take on greater responsibilities and apply the knowledge and skills they have gained throughout their academic years. This meaningful moment honored their dedication, resilience, and commitment to their chosen fields.

The program concluded with the Closing Remarks delivered by Dr. John Octavious S. Palina, SMU President, who encouraged the students to move forward with confidence, integrity, and purpose as they prepare for future professional endeavors.

More than a ceremonial send-off, the Pinning and Send-Off Ceremony 2026 celebrated growth, perseverance, and achievement.

Congratulations to the 4th Year IT and LIS students! 🎉🎓
May this milestone be the beginning of a successful and purpose-driven journey ahead.

📸: Syd Gideon Galindo, Me Jouy Paspie, & John Paul Dres

𝗢𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗡𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆’𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝗨𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶 𝗛𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱
Saint Mary’s University proudly celebrates the OnioNet Team for securing 1st Runner-Up in the Agri Tech Innovate: Digi Agri Hacki organized by the Department of Agriculture – Agricultural Training Institute (DA–ATI), held on December 9–11, 2025 at the Rural Development and Education Center, ATI Central Office, Quezon City. The team is composed of BSIT graduates Jericho Pineda, Ken Quiambao, and Mc Osmund Espejo, with Ms. Rocel Audrey J. Batara serving as their coach. Their strong performance continues to highlight SMU’s growing presence in digital agriculture innovation.
See full story: https://smu.edu.ph/onionet-of-saint-marys-university.../
Written and photo by: Ms. Rocel Audrey J. Batara

𝗢𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗡𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆’𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝗨𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶 𝗛𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Saint Mary’s University proudly celebrates the OnioNet Team for securing 1st Runner-Up in the Agri Tech Innovate: Digi Agri Hacki organized by the Department of Agriculture – Agricultural Training Institute (DA–ATI), held on December 9–11, 2025 at the Rural Development and Education Center, ATI Central Office, Quezon City. The team is composed of BSIT graduates Jericho Pineda, Ken Quiambao, and Mc Osmund Espejo, with Ms. Rocel Audrey J. Batara serving as their coach. Their strong performance continues to highlight SMU’s growing presence in digital agriculture innovation.

See full story: https://smu.edu.ph/onionet-of-saint-marys-university-wins-1st-runner-up-in-national-digi-agri-hacki-2025/

Written and photo by: Ms. Rocel Audrey J. Batara