Computer science students rank among top finalists in national hackathon
Third-year computer science students from Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation placed seventh among the top 12 finalists out of 70 teams nationwide in the SIKAPTala 2026: National Computer Science and Information Technology Competition Hackathon.
Team Debuggerinas represented the College of Computing and Multimedia Studies in the national competition. The team was composed of Jeferson Cabalsa, Dave Andrei Capistrano, Aerron Sander Gumarao, John Paul Martirez, Paolo Ragudo, Kenneth Villabroza and Stephen Raine Villeta.
The students demonstrated problem-solving skills, technical competence and teamwork as they competed with other computer science and information technology students from across the country.
Their achievement highlighted the college’s commitment to developing future-ready learners who can apply computing knowledge to real-world challenges.
Assoc. Prof. Rodrigo Belleza Jr., dean of the College of Computing and Multimedia Studies, commended the students for their strong performance in the national hackathon.
“We are proud of computer science students for representing Enverga University with excellence, creativity and determination,” Dean Belleza said. “Their achievement shows the kind of innovation and collaborative spirit we continue to nurture in our computing students.”
The recognition affirmed the students’ growing capacity in software development, innovation and competitive problem-solving. It also reflected the college’s efforts to strengthen student participation in national platforms that promote digital skills and technology-driven solutions.
The achievement aligned with Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation’s mission of developing globally competitive graduates through student-centered and outcomes-oriented education. It also reflected the core values of Excellence, Unity and Fortitude as the students applied their technical skills, worked as a team and showed determination in a national competition.
- SDG 4: Quality Education – The competition supported applied learning and strengthened students’ technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – The hackathon helped prepare students for future careers in the digital economy and technology sector.
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure – The students’ participation promoted innovation, computing solutions and technology-driven development.
