Ateneo de Zamboanga University Computer Science Department

𝗠𝘀. 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Computer Science faculty member Ms. Precious Opinion participated in the Asian Graduate Studies Summit held on May 26–29, 2026, at Alta D’ Tagaytay Hotel, Tagaytay City, with the theme, “From Research to Responsibility: Graduate Education, Innovation and Collective Action for Sustainable and Resilient Societies.”

During the summit, Ms. Opinion presented her research study entitled “Zamboanga City Fire Risk Data Dashboard and Maps: Using Data Analytics on Big Geographical Information System (GIS) Data Set.” Her outstanding research earned the Best Research Paper Award under SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities.

This remarkable achievement reflects her dedication to research excellence and her commitment to developing innovative and data-driven solutions that contribute to safer and more sustainable communities.

The Computer Science Department and the entire College of Science, Information Technology, and Engineering (CSITE) extends its warmest congratulations to Ms. Opinion for bringing pride and honor to the college and department through this prestigious recognition. May your achievement continue to inspire students, faculty, and fellow researchers to pursue excellence and actively engage in meaningful research initiatives and academic forums.

Congratulations, Ms. Opinion! We are truly proud of you and your success.

“𝗔𝗻𝘆𝗮𝗺” 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗫 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗱𝗭𝗨 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁-𝘂𝗽 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲

As tourism continues to create opportunities for innovative and forward-thinking Filipino youth, “Anyam,” the Regional Winner of the Tourism Start-up Challenge, advanced to the national level competition held on May 11-12, 2026, in Quezon City. The initiative, a collaboration among the Department of Tourism (DOT), Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), awarded a total of PHP 19.25 million to 17 Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

The Tourism Start-up Challenge is an annual nationwide competition that gathers students from HEIs with innovative tourism-related projects, providing them the opportunity to compete for funding under the Higher Education Development Fund (HEDF). Emerging as the regional winner, “Anyam” proudly represented Region IX and Ateneo de Zamboanga University (AdZU) at the national selection, where the team showcased its innovative tourism initiative alongside fellow regional winners from across the Philippines. The AdZU team, in recognition of its achievement as regional winner, was awarded a ₱250,000 grant.

Congratulations to the following Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) students who participated in the event: Gabrielle Tatel, Adrian Ranier Fabian, Donald Lee Novo, John Marco Antonio Yu, Jon Orillineda, Resham Qhaleed Kadiri, and Kenneth Clyde Que. Mr. Andrae Manguilimotan, a member of the Computer Science Department, coached the team.

Representing both the University and Region IX at the national level reflects the team’s dedication, creativity, and commitment to innovation. The Computer Science (CS) Department and the College of Science, Information Technology, and Engineering (CSITE) proudly commend the team for their accomplishment and for bringing regional pride to the national stage. May you continue to inspire others through your passion, innovative mindset, and pursuit of impactful ideas for the future.

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𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗮𝘁 | Jasmien Pajiji
𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 | Victor Coscolluela

𝐀𝐝𝐙𝐔 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃 𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐒𝐄: 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐀𝐈 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐒𝐎𝐂𝐈𝐄𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓

The AdZU Computer Science Department, represented by Department Chair Ms. Fe Grace Canedo and faculty member Mr. Andre Manguilimotan, together with the Center for Digital and Blended Learning (CDBL) represented by Mr. Romeo Rabajante and Mr. Geoffrey Fabian, participated in CHED RAISE: Responding through AI for Societal Empowerment held on February 25–27, 2026 at the Iloilo Convention Center in Iloilo City.

Organized by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), the summit centered on the responsible adoption of Artificial Intelligence, the promotion of human-centered learning, and the strengthening of multi-sectoral collaboration to ensure that technological advancements benefit all communities. The acronym RAISE—Responding through AI for Societal Empowerment—embodies CHED’s vision of utilizing AI not merely for efficiency or modernization, but as a catalyst for nation-building and social equity. The initiative aims to empower institutions, educators, and learners to effectively navigate and respond to the demands of the digital era.

The three-day summit featured plenary sessions and breakout discussions, providing participants with meaningful engagement alongside experts from academia, industry, and government. These sessions encouraged dialogue on ethical AI integration, inclusive innovation, and collaborative strategies for sustainable development.

During the event, Team AdZU showcased selected student works and projects, highlighting their innovative application of AI in developing practical IT solutions. The exhibit underscored the students’ capability and readiness to embrace emerging technologies in addressing real-world challenges.

Participation in CHED RAISE 2026 not only strengthened institutional partnerships but also further equipped the members with valuable insights and perspectives on leveraging AI for impact-driven innovation.

𝗔𝗱𝗭𝗨 𝗖𝗦 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 “𝗔𝗻𝘆𝗮𝗺” 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺

AdZU Computer Science students Gabrielle Tatel, Adrian Ranier Fabian, Donald Lee Novo, John Marco Antonio Yu, Jon Orillineda, and Resham Qhaleed Kadiri were named Regional Winners at the Tourism Start-Up Challenge 2025, with the awarding ceremony held on February 23, 2026, at the Convention Center of Garden Orchid Hotel.

Their winning concept, “Anyam,” evolved from a LITMIN summer class project into a tourism-focused platform that promotes cultural learning, local experiences, and visits to underrepresented communities.

The Tourism Start-Up Challenge 2025 is organized by the Department of Tourism (DOT) in partnership with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), recognizing innovative student solutions that contribute to strengthening the country’s tourism sector.

The award was received on behalf of the team by Ms. Crizel Cardenas and Ms. Jennifer Reyes during the CHED Region IX Coordination Meeting and Reorientation.

The CS Department is proud of this success and commends the students and their adviser, Mr. Andre Manguilimotan, for this outstanding achievement.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐧𝐢𝐞 (𝐓𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐚 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐬) 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐤𝐚 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔!

Ms. Tamares is currently a third-year student taking up the Bachelor of Science in New Media and Computer Animation (BS NMCA). Her inclusion in this prestigious publication is truly a testament to her talent, creativity, and dedication to her craft.

The Graphika Art Book 2026 is a special art publication connected to Graphika Manila 2026, a renowned creative conference that celebrates excellence in design, illustration, animation, and creative culture. The event will take place on March 7–8, 2026 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay, Philippines, bringing together both local and international creative leaders.

The Computer Science Department is incredibly proud of this remarkable achievement. May you continue to create, inspire, and spark creativity both within and beyond our community.

ADZU Computer Science and Engineering Department Triumphs at Hack4Gov ZAMPEN Leg.

We are incredibly proud to announce the outstanding achievements of our students from the Computer Science and Engineering Department at the recent Hack4Gov competition hosted by DICT RIX&Basulta.

Huge congratulations to our winning teams who placed high in the ZAMPEN Leg:

🏆 Team Awards
🥈 Eternal Blue Eagles – 1st Runner Up
Members:
• Jan Ryan R. Simyunn - BSCS
• Jan Eriko A. Lim-BSCS
• Rebecca Marie C. Tiu - BSCpE
• Zayd T. Majid - BSCpE

🏅 DummyData – 3rd Runner Up
Members:
• Adrian Rainier S. Fabian-BSCS
• Anton John A. Orillineda-BSCS
• Xander Lee-BSCS
• Gionne Dimaculangan-BSIT

🎖️ Rootkidz – 6th Place
Members:
• Michael Owen A. Niniano - BSCpE
• Muhaimin A. Albabi - BSCpE
• Cielo Arabella S. Canda - BSCpE
• Nathanielle Dae B. Aquino-BSCS

✨ Individual Recognition 🌟
A special shoutout to DummyData,
Gionne Dimaculangan, a BSCS Student, for receiving the prestigious ZAMPEN Excellence Award!
Your individual dedication and talent shone through.

This success wouldn't be possible without the guidance and support of the dedicated mentor Justin Mendoza, and coach, Engr. Rosen Gabriel S. Garcia

Congratulations to all participating teams! Your dedication and talent continue to elevate ADZU’s presence in the cybersecurity and innovation landscape. We are proud of you—keep soaring and coding for a safer, smarter future! 🚀🔐

Praying for God's abundant wisdom, favor, and provision- for our faculty and staff, and our dear Students- all throughout the Semester 👊🙏

God bless us all!

Have a great SEMESTER ahead, everyone 🙂

Attention to all CS DEPARTMENT STUDENTS.
Pls take note of the following dates regarding Consultation.

🎓✨ Congratulations to our Faculty Members! ✨🎓

We are beyond proud of our dedicated faculty members who have successfully earned their Master of Science in Computer Science, excelling with outstanding performance.

Another remarkable milestone worth celebrating!