School of Computing - HAU

CYBERFOXES AETHER SOARS! 🦊

The College Student Council – School of Computing extends its congratulations to Cyberfoxes Aether, composed of Mark Christopher Rivera, Cathereen David, Franchesca Razon, and Francisco Olpindo IV, coached by SOC Dean Dr. Marlon I. Tayag, for placing 2nd Runner-Up with a total score of 1,510 points at Hack4Gov IV – Region 3, organized by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) on December 4, 2025.

We also extend our congratulations to Francisco Olpindo IV as the top scorer, who will advance to the national competition via wildcard.

We are proud of you, Foxes!

𝐒𝐎𝐂 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐍 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐒 𝐀𝐓 𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐔𝐃𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐅𝐅 𝐀𝐈 𝐇𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐍

Students from the School of Computing (SOC) earned multiple awards at Cloudstaff’s 2-Day AI Hackathon, themed “AI IGNITE: Build. Connect. Innovate.” held on November 24 – 25 at the Cloudstaff SkyClub.

Centered on the challenge “Code of Crisis: Empowering Communities When It Matters Most,” the hackathon aimed to immerse participants in the fast-growing field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) through hands-on development, with participants tasked to design technology-driven solutions to help communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural disasters and emergencies.

Fourth-year BSIT Web Development students Marcel Angelo Navarro and Micah Ayson (Team MIC Stand) emerged as champions with their proposed app Project SINAG (Smart Integrated Network Alert Guide), while Randel Angelo Yumul (3rd year, Computer Science) and Jimwel Valdez (4th year, BSIT Web Development) of Team Economy Seat won first place with their app A.L.V.I.N. (Assist – Locate – Verify – Inform – Navigate). Team Adarna, composed of Jullian Quiambao (4th year, BSIT Web Development) and Keith Ryan Almazor (3rd year, Computer Science), secured second place for their project SAFE-T (Situational Awareness & Fast Evacuation Tracker).

Special awards were given to SOC students, including the Best Team Dynamics Award for Luis Miguel Cayanan (4th year, BSIT Web Development) for the BDRRMS: Botox Disaster Risk Reduction Management System, and Best Student Contribution for Mark Harold Valderrama (3rd year, Computer Science) for his app Sigurista. John Reshley Gonzales (3rd year, Computer Science) also participated with his proposed app ABE (Access – Be Ready – Evacuate).

Students were grouped into different tribes and mixed teams, collaborating with Cloudstaff employees and participants from other schools.

𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐇𝐀𝐔 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥

Angeles City, Philippines — The Holy Angel University School of Computing (HAU SOC) continues to strengthen its position as the country’s premier institution for cybersecurity education as four of its faculty members successfully earned the Certified Cybersecurity Educator Professional (CCEP) credential, a rapidly emerging certification that recognizes both advanced cybersecurity competence and excellence in teaching the discipline.

The faculty members who passed the certification examination are:

1. Marlon Tayag
2. Avigail P. Magbag
3. Dr. Everly Chua
4. Jovencio Elica

The CCEP certification validates mastery across key cybersecurity domains such as ethical hacking, network defense, identity and access management, cloud security, application security, incident response, and security operations. It also highlights the educators’ capability to design and deliver effective cybersecurity training—an essential feature for institutions offering specialized computing programs.

Holy Angel University’s School of Computing has long been recognized as the #1 and premier provider of cybersecurity education in the Philippines, and this new achievement reinforces its commitment to delivering world-class, industry-aligned instruction.

HAU SOC Dean Marlon Tayag, one of the CCEP passers, highlighted the significance of the certification for the institution. “Cybersecurity evolves every day. Certifications like the CCEP ensure that our faculty remain at the forefront of cybersecurity education and training, enabling us to provide students with relevant, skills-based learning aligned with global industry standards,” he said.

With four faculty members now holding the CCEP credential, the School of Computing is expected to further elevate its hands-on laboratory activities, cyber range simulations, and real-world cybersecurity exercises, strengthening student readiness for roles in both the local and international cybersecurity sectors.

The achievement also underscores HAU’s commitment to producing highly skilled cybersecurity graduates capable of addressing emerging digital threats—a priority as organizations worldwide confront increasing cyber risks.

The School of Computing continues to invest in faculty development, research, and state-of-the-art cyber range infrastructure, reinforcing its mission to lead cybersecurity education in the Philippines and the ASEAN region.

Congratulations to the newly certified CCEP professionals of Holy Angel University.

ADVISORY

In response to the announcement of Malacañang Palace, classes will shift to alternative modes of learning. Campus will be closed.

Please be guided accordingly. Stay safe, Angelites!

ADVISORY

In response to the announcement of the Angeles City Information Office, classes will shift to alternative modes of learning.

Please be guided accordingly. Stay safe, Angelites!

𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐲 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 – 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞

October 17, 2025, the Angeles City Senior High School (ACSHS) hosted a meaningful event that celebrated unity, collaboration, and gratitude. The program recognized the invaluable support and contributions of its stakeholders and partner institutions who have played a vital role in advancing the school’s mission of providing quality education and holistic development for learners.

Among the honored partners was the Holy Angel University – School of Computing, acknowledged for its continued collaboration and strong commitment to empowering students through academic partnerships, mentorship, and technology-driven initiatives.

The gathering was more than a ceremony—it was a celebration of connection, partnership, and shared purpose. Stakeholders, educators, and community leaders came together to reaffirm their dedication to nurturing young minds and building a future anchored in knowledge and service.

Through this partnership, the School of Computing continues to stand with Angeles City Senior High School in its goal of shaping a brighter and stronger future for learners. The event underscored that progress in education is best achieved through collaboration and collective effort, where every contribution—big or small—helps pave the way for continuous growth and success within the learning community. 🌟🤝