First reading: Acts 2:14a,36–41

Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice, and proclaimed: “Let the whole house of Israel know for certain that God has made both Lord and Christ, this Jesus whom you crucified.”

Now when they heard this, they were cut to the heart, and they asked Peter and the other apostles, “What are we to do, my brothers?” Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is made to you and to your children and to all those far off, whomever the Lord our God will call.” He testified with many other arguments, and was exhorting them, “Save yourselves from this corrupt generation.” Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand persons were added that day.

Second reading: 1 Pe. 2:20b–25

Beloved: If you are patient when you suffer for doing what is good, this is a grace before God. For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow in his footsteps. He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth.

When he was insulted, he returned no insult; when he suffered, he did not threaten; instead, he handed himself over to the one who judges justly. He himself bore our sins in his body upon the cross, so that, free from sin, we might live for righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed. For you had gone astray like sheep, but you have now returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls.

Gospel: Jn. 10:1–10

Jesus said: “Amen, amen, I say to you, whoever does not enter a sheepfold through the gate but climbs over elsewhere is a thief and a robber. But whoever enters through the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. The gatekeeper opens it for him, and the sheep hear his voice, as the shepherd calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. When he has driven out all his own, he walks ahead of them, and the sheep follow him, because they recognize his voice. But they will not follow a stranger; they will run away from him, because they do not recognize the voice of strangers.” Although Jesus used this figure of speech, the Pharisees did not realize what he was trying to tell them.

So Jesus said again, “Amen, amen, I say to you, I am the gate for the sheep. All who came before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. I am the gate. Whoever enters through me will be saved, and will come in and go out and find pasture. A thief comes only to steal and slaughter and destroy; I came so that they might have life and have it more abundantly.”

In other words

Fr. Bar Fabella, SVD (Santa Catalina Parish, Mansalay, Oriental Mindoro)

In Sta. Catalina Parish, Mansalay, Oriental Mindoro, my new parish assignment, I am genuinely inspired by a group of young professionals who dedicate their Sundays to teaching young children about the Catholic faith through biblical stories. They refer to these children as “Mga Munting Alagad ni Kristo” (MAK) (roughly, Little Servants of Christ). This commitment requires them to sacrifice time for lesson preparation each week.

These young professionals are former members of the parish’s youth ministry. Although their careers now demand more of their time, they volunteer at a new level, different from their teenage years when they had more availability. Their involvement has deepened their understanding of Jesus, evolving from the basic catechism they received in elementary school to their active roles in the youth ministry, and now as young leaders in the community.

It’s commendable how they maintain the same enthusiasm. Just as Jesus knows His sheep, I hope the example set by these young professionals encourages others to deepen their knowledge of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, and to cultivate intimacy in their faith journey toward abundant life within the safety of His care.

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Cris Fuego—director, screenwriter, and producer of the indie film and a B.S. Chemical Engineering and M.B.A. alumnus of the University—won Best Director and Best Screenplay awards. 

The film’s sound director, Alex Julio Tomboc, a B.S. Electronics and Communications Engineering alumnus, was also nominated for the Best Sound award. 

The film’s producer, Andrei Karoly “Amaya Han” Hernandez, a B.F.A. Cinema alumna, was also recognized for her important role in making this film possible.

The Visayas-Mindanao (VisMin) feature film PINIKAS emerged as the dominant winner at the 8th Sinag Maynila Independent Film Festival. 

At the Gabi ng Parangal on March 28, 2026, PINIKAS dominated the stage, title along with six other major awards: Best Director, ​Best Screenplay, ​Best Actress, ​Best Actor, ​Best Editing, and ​Best Musical Score.

Serving as an ode to the people from the Visayas and Mindanao, PINIKAS has truly put VisMin cinema on the map. This latest win builds on its growing international acclaim, including the Best Feature award at the 2025 SamhainBaucogna International Film Festival (Spain), and honors at the Tianjin International Academic Film Festival (China), Sorrento Film and Food Festival (Italy), and the Brazil New Visions International Film Festival.

Success has become a familiar companion for the storytellers of ��������. In 2024, our Cinema Program students captured hearts with Tiil ni Lola [Grandma’s Feet], walking away with three well-deserved awards. 

That same spirit of excellence shone through Jon Owen Lepiten, whose film Sunog sa Sugbo garnered high recognition. Year after year, these filmmakers prove that Carolinian cinema is a force of both talent and deep, resonant spirit.

To our brilliant alumni, we thank you for creating such a beautiful masterpiece. We celebrate this historic milestone with you, and we wish you continued success.

Congratulations, CAROLINIANS!

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Student delegates Joseph Kyle Baid, Ian Evander Agripo, Reywell Pit Niño Antolijao, Mary Lourdes Ferolin, Louis Zynne Bejona, Jim Richard Gatchalian, and Alexandra Louise Singzon were part of an initial cohort of 15 �������� students selected for the internship program. The initiative is conducted in partnership with , aimed at equipping students with global competencies and industry-ready skills.

During the entire first semester of the internship, the 15 participants underwent foundational training that included Japanese language instruction, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and on-site job training at various Philippine construction companies in Cebu. This preparatory phase was designed to enhance both technical proficiency and cross-cultural communication skills before deployment in Japan.

The selected group of seven students proceeded to Japan on March 8, 2026, for a ten-day Project-Based Learning (PBL) and on-site training program. The first two days were held at , where the students engaged in collaborative activities and presentations with Japanese counterparts. Subsequent days involved immersive industry exposure through PBL engagements with Hanwa Homes Co., Ltd., Mitani Construction Industry Co., Ltd., Tk Works Co., Ltd., Izana Co., Ltd., and Yaegashi Construction Co., Ltd. The students also conducted a company visit to Chuo Fukken Consultants Co., Ltd., gaining insights into professional engineering practices and ongoing infrastructure projects.

Throughout the program, students were assigned group-based engineering tasks and were required to deliver short presentations to company representatives. Several partner companies also facilitated site tours of current projects, providing hands-on learning opportunities in real-world settings. 

The program concluded with formal interviews conducted by participating companies. All seven �������� students were extended job offers, with companies indicating their readiness to employ them upon completion of their academic requirements and successful licensure.

The outcome of the program highlights the effectiveness of ��������’s collaboration with international academic institutions and industry partners, as well as its partnership with Zuitt in preparing students for global engineering careers.

�������� is proactive in helping achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). The support and opportunities that the University provides for its students align with SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

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Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice, and proclaimed: “You who are Jews, indeed all of you staying in Jerusalem. Let this be known to you, and listen to my words. You who are Israelites, hear these words. Jesus the Nazarene was a man commended to you by God with mighty deeds, wonders, and signs, which God worked through him in your midst, as you yourselves know. This man, delivered up by the set plan and foreknowledge of God, you killed, using lawless men to crucify him. But God raised him up, releasing him from the throes of death, because it was impossible for him to be held by it. For David says of him: I saw the Lord ever before me, with him at my right hand I shall not be disturbed. Therefore my heart has been glad and my tongue has exulted; my flesh, too, will dwell in hope, because you will not abandon my soul to the netherworld, nor will you suffer your holy one to see corruption. You have made known to me the paths of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence.

“My brothers, one can confidently say to you about the patriarch David that he died and was buried, and his tomb is in our midst to this day. But since he was a prophet and knew that God had sworn an oath to him that he would set one of his descendants upon his throne, he foresaw and spoke of the resurrection of the Christ, that neither was he abandoned to the netherworld nor did his flesh see corruption. God raised this Jesus; of this we are all witnesses. Exalted at the right hand of God, he received the promise of the Holy Spirit from the Father and poured him forth, as you see and hear.”

Second reading: 1 Pe. 1:17–21

Beloved: If you invoke as Father him who judges impartially according to each one’s works, conduct yourselves with reverence during the time of your sojourning, realizing that you were ransomed from your futile conduct, handed on by your ancestors, not with perishable things like silver or gold but with the precious blood of Christ as of a spotless unblemished lamb.

He was known before the foundation of the world but revealed in the final time for you, who through him believe in God who raised him from the dead and gave him glory, so that your faith and hope are in God.

Gospel: Lk. 24:13–35

That very day, the first day of the week, two of Jesus’ disciples were going to a village seven miles from Jerusalem called Emmaus, and they were conversing about all the things that had occurred. And it happened that while they were conversing and debating, Jesus himself drew near and walked with them, but their eyes were prevented from recognizing him. He asked them, “What are you discussing as you walk along?” They stopped, looking downcast. One of them, named Cleopas, said to him in reply, “Are you the only visitor to Jerusalem who does not know of the things that have taken place there in these days?” And he replied to them, “What sort of things?”

They said to him, “The things that happened to Jesus the Nazarene, who was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people, how our chief priests and rulers both handed him over to a sentence of death and crucified him. But we were hoping that he would be the one to redeem Israel; and besides all this, it is now the third day since this took place. Some women from our group, however, have astounded us: they were at the tomb early in the morning and did not find his body; they came back and reported that they had indeed seen a vision of angels who announced that he was alive. Then some of those with us went to the tomb and found things just as the women had described, but him they did not see.”

And he said to them, “Oh, how foolish you are! How slow of heart to believe all that the prophets spoke! Was it not necessary that the Christ should suffer these things and enter into his glory?” Then beginning with Moses and all the prophets, he interpreted to them what referred to him in all the Scriptures.

As they approached the village to which they were going, he gave the impression that he was going on farther. But they urged him, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them.

And it happened that, while he was with them at table, he took bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to them. With that their eyes were opened and they recognized him, but he vanished from their sight. Then they said to each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he spoke to us on the way and opened the Scriptures to us?”

So they set out at once and returned to Jerusalem where they found gathered together the eleven and those with them who were saying, “The Lord has truly been raised and has appeared to Simon!” Then the two recounted what had taken place on the way and how he was made known to them in the breaking of bread.

In other words

Fr. Sisoy Cellan, SVD (Nuestra Senora de los Remedios Parish, Zamboanga Sibugay)

In 2003, I, together with a confrere, embarked on a 285-km journey by bicycle from Nairobi, Kenya, to Arusha, Tanzania. With no escort vehicle, we pedaled our bikes loaded with personal items, tools, and food supplies. At times we looked like two lonesome figures winding through endless valleys and sparsely populated terrain. At other times, we cut an image of lost explorers wandering in the heat of the African sun. It took us two days to cover the distance. Amateur and untrained cyclists that we were, we had to rely on our wits and grits. We did it again the following year when we made a reverse ride (Arusha to Nairobi) in 2004. After accomplishing the twin feats, I realized the near-impossibility of it all. Regardless, reaching the destination was just my way to a goal, for the goal was to become a strong cyclist.

There is another journey in today’s Gospel. Two disciples of the Lord were walking towards Emmaus, discussing the recent events. Luke tells us that their faces were downcast when someone else walked with them and joined their conversation. They did not recognize the Lord right away. Only after they sat at table and broke bread with Him were their eyes opened.

We go through different journeys in life with predetermined purposes. Some journeys are intended for us to see places for the first time, encounter another culture, or meet new friends. Other journeys are meant to stimulate our minds or invigorate our weary bodies. At other times, we go on a journey to travel back in time, revisit familiar sights, and rekindle memories. Regardless of purpose, a journey can be two-directional: outward and inward Initially, the journey of the two disciples from Jerusalem to Emmaus and back was about creating a physical distance between the location of a horrible incident they just witnessed and where they thought it would be a place of refuge. Feeling lost and dejected, they decided to leave Jerusalem. In their darkest hour, the Lord manifested his presence to them, slowly restoring their hope and faith in him.

A seven-year-old boy said to his friend, “You know, I’ve already saved up ten dollars. Instead of riding the bus to school, I ran after it.” “You could have saved more had you run after a taxi,” the friend retorted.

The value and worth of our journeys could not be measured by their financial or even physical cost alone. Those who travel great distances just to visit their ailing loved ones understand this. Hence, the whole point of a journey is not the journey itself, not even the destination, but what becomes of us and what it does to us.

The disciples’ walk to Emmaus was a walk of encountering the Lord. Happenstance or by design, may our journeys, too, lead us to a more sublime encounter with God, an encounter that restores our hope, deepens our faith, and strengthens our commitment to the Lord.

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They devoted themselves to the teaching of the apostles and to the communal life, to the breaking of bread and to the prayers. Awe came upon everyone, and many wonders and signs were done through the apostles. All who believed were together and had all things in common; they would sell their property and possessions and divide them among all according to each one’s need. Every day they devoted themselves to meeting together in the temple area and to breaking bread in their homes. They ate their meals with exultation and sincerity of heart, praising God and enjoying favor with all the people. And every day the Lord added to their number those who were being saved.

Second reading: 1 Pe. 1:3–9

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who in his great mercy gave us a new birth to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you who by the power of God are safeguarded through faith, to a salvation that is ready to be revealed in the final time. In this you rejoice, although now for a little while you may have to suffer through various trials, so that the genuineness of your faith, more precious than gold that is perishable even though tested by fire, may prove to be for praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. Although you have not seen him you love him; even though you do not see him now yet believe in him, you rejoice with an indescribable and glorious joy, as you attain the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls.

Gospel: Jn. 20:19–31

On the evening of that first day of the week, when the doors were locked, where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, “Peace be with you.” When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained.”

Thomas, called Didymus, one of the Twelve, was not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples said to him, “We have seen the Lord.” But he said to them, “Unless I see the mark of the nails in his hands and put my finger into the nail marks and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.”

Now a week later his disciples were again inside and Thomas was with them. Jesus came, although the doors were locked, and stood in their midst and said, “Peace be with you.” Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here and see my hands, and bring your hand and put it into my side, and do not be unbelieving, but believe.” Thomas answered and said to him, “My Lord and my God!” Jesus said to him, “Have you come to believe because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed.”

Now, Jesus did many other signs in the presence of his disciples that are not written in this book. But these are written that you may come to believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that through this belief you may have life in his name.

In other words

Fr. Marion Bobier Vargas, SVD (Madrid, Spain)

I often meet people living behind their own versions of locked doors. Some are like the disciples in the Gospel, afraid and uncertain, waiting for something to break through their fear. Others, like Thomas, hesitate, wanting proof before fully embracing faith. Jesus’ words to Thomas—“Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed”— remind us that faith is not about having all the answers but about trusting in His presence even when it’s hard to see.

I see these locked doors in different forms in Europe, particularly in Spain. Many people, especially the youth, are caught in a world of distraction, looking for meaning in fleeting pleasures rather than in Christ’s eternal promise. Secularism often leaves a spiritual emptiness where faith feels outdated or irrelevant. Meanwhile, in the Philippines, the locked doors take on more complex forms. The unceasing growth of economic poverty traps families in cycles of struggle, and political affiliations often keep leaders locked in their selfish and greedy interests. These locked doors reflect systems that prioritize personal gain over the common good, leaving many yearning for justice and renewal. Yet, in both Spain and the Philippines, Jesus’ words echo: “Peace be with you.” His peace enters through fear, doubt, and division, offering hope and transformation.

Thomas’ encounter with Jesus is striking. When he touched the open wounds, he didn’t just find proof but a deeper understanding of Jesus as the Risen Lord. In Spain, the wounds are often spiritual—loneliness, disconnection, and a loss of shared faith. In the Philippines, they are visible—poverty, natural disasters, and inequality. Yet, Christ’s wounds remind us that pain can be transformed into redemption and that healing and hope are always possible in His presence.

I cannot help but think of the people in Acts, laying their sick on cots and mats, desperate for healing, trusting even in the passing shadow of Peter. This scene feels so alive to me today. In Spain, I see these cots and mats in the hearts of those yearning for emotional and spiritual healing—people searching for purpose, for peace, for something that can fill the emptiness they carry. In the Philippines, I see these cots and mats in overcrowded hospital rooms, in the aftermath of typhoons, where families cling to their faith as their only source of strength in unimaginable struggles. In both places, I am reminded of Christ’s presence in those moments of vulnerability. His healing power is still at work, offering not just relief but a renewal of life. Through the hands of His Church, through the faith of His people, Jesus whispers His eternal message: “Peace be with you.”

When Jesus said, “Peace be with you,” He didn’t stop there. He breathed on the disciples and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit.” This breath is the breath of life, courage, and mission. It empowers us to go beyond our fears and doubts, unlock the doors of our hearts, and become witnesses of His peace and presence in the world. Whether in Spain, the Philippines, or anywhere else, this Spirit transforms fear into faith, calling us to believe and share His life-giving message with others. Blessed are we who receive and believe!

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The team finished as quarterfinalist in the International Rounds of the prestigious at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Washington, DC, from March 28 to April 4, 2026.

Out of 173 national champions representing 89 jurisdictions, the �������� team—led by Captain Bri Unabia with Mel Joseph Castro, Earl Max Eata, and Neil Glova Jr.—clinched a spot among the top eight teams in the world. 

Unabia was also recognized as among the Top 50 Oralists in the International Rounds.

This win cements �������� Law’s place among the powerhouse minds in the international mooting arena. 

It builds upon a winning streak during the Philippine National Rounds this year, where the �������� Law Jessup Team won Best Respondent Memorial and Best Overall Memorial, alongside oralist awards.

Previously, �������� Law ranked No. 2 out of 152 teams worldwide in the 2025 Jessup International Rounds, and brought home major honors: First Place in the Richard R. Baxter Award for the Best Applicant Memorial in the World, First Place in the Alona E. Evans Award for the Best Team Memorials in the International Rounds, and Second Place in the M. Cherif Bassiouni Award for the Best Team Memorials in the National and Regional Rounds.

This sustained legacy of excellence is guided by the steady hands of the team’s dedicated head coach Atty. Daryl Bretch M. Largo (Assistant Dean, School of Law and Governance) and assistant coaches Atty. Rashid Vedra Pandi and Atty. J. Priyanka Dalagan.

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RACCETCon, with the theme “Synergizing Transformative Technologies for a Sustainable Society,” featured two collocated conferences focusing on robotics, automation, and computing technologies. The Robotics and Automation Conference (RAC) highlighted applications in manufacturing, agriculture, medical and human-assistive robotics, while the Computer Engineering and Technology Conference (CETCon) provided a venue for presenting advancements in embedded systems, algorithms, artificial intelligence, mobile computing, and information engineering.

SEECON, with the theme, ”Charting New Frontiers towards a Smart and Green Society,” is a platform dedicated to advancing sustainable development through the integration of renewable energy and cutting-edge technologies. It convenes researchers, policy makers, and industry leaders to explore solutions in energy access, efficiency, and renewables, fusing smart systems (AI, IoT, data optimization) with green principles of low-carbon practices and environmental protection. Through dialogue, it promotes pathways harmonizing innovation, sustainability, economic growth, and social equity for resilient, people- and planet-centered communities.

In the days leading up to the main event, RACCETCon workshops were held on March 10–11, 2026. Conducted in coordination with Google Developer Groups on Campus-��������, these sessions provided hands-on learning experiences on key technological areas such as cloud computing, data science, machine learning, Internet of Things (IoT), and agentic development.

Organized in collaboration with academic and industry partners, the conferences featured keynote speeches, technical paper presentations, industry insights, and parallel breakout sessions covering a wide range of topics—from robotics in biomedical applications and environmental research to artificial intelligence, renewable energy systems, and smart automation.

The opening ceremonies set an inspiring tone, with messages from key academic and government leaders, including representatives from the University of San Carlos and the Department of Science and Technology Regional Office VII. The conference underscored the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in advancing innovation for societal benefit.

Participants engaged in multiple breakout sessions where researchers presented studies on cutting-edge developments such as IoT-driven energy monitoring systems, AI-powered healthcare solutions, smart farming technologies, and sustainable environmental systems. These sessions provided a platform for knowledge exchange and fostered collaboration among scholars and practitioners.

The second day of the conference continued with international keynote speakers who shared global perspectives on ocean energy, cybersecurity, and sustainable systems. A key highlight was the active participation of co-organizer, , whose industry insights session provided valuable real-world perspectives, effectively bridging the gap between academic research and practical applications in the field.

Throughout the two-day joint conference, the integration of robotics, automation, computer engineering, and sustainable energy systems was emphasized as a key driver in building smarter, greener, and more resilient communities. Reflecting the shared vision of both RACCETCon and SEECON, discussions highlighted how transformative technologies and interdisciplinary innovations can collectively advance a smart and sustainable society.

As part of the conference’s recognition of excellence, the presenters were honored across various categories, culminating in the selection of the Outstanding Presenters and the Best Presenters of RACCETCon and SEECon 2026. These awards celebrated exceptional research quality, innovation, and presentation delivery, highlighting the remarkable contributions of participants to advancing technology and sustainability.

Congratulations to the following participants for being recognized as Best Presenters for each conference category:

• Precious Julia Ablir (Robotics Automation Conference (RAC))
• Dione S. Duero (Computer Engineering and Technology Conference (CETCon))
• Aisha Marie Rollan (Sustainable Energy Ecosystems International Conference (SEECon))

We would also like to congratulate the following presenters for their outstanding performance in the parallel sessions:

• John Von Lawdwig S. Galanida (Parallel Session 1: Robotics Technology in Biomedical Devices)
• Dione S. Duero (Parallel Session 2: Software Systems for the Community)
• Paul John Infante (Parallel Session 3: Intelligent Controls for Sustainable Systems)
• Josef Dante A. Dumalagan (Parallel Session 4: Applied Smart Automation)
• Sean Karl Tyrese G. Aguilar & Von Juztis A. Elciario (Parallel Session 5: Computer Systems Integration 1)
• Jay Emanuel Alegarbes (Parallel Session 6: Advances in Renewable Energy)
• Precious Julia Ablir (Parallel Session 7: Robotics in Environmental Research)
• Jose P. Calipayan Jr. (Parallel Session 8: Software Systems Analysis and Design 1)
• Vicky Q. Grijaldo (Parallel Session 9: Robotics Technologies for Sustainability)
• Elen Luz N. Gayondato and Vince Ty (Parallel Session 10: Computer Systems Integration 2)
• Angelo Cabije (Parallel Session 11: Sustainable Environmental Resource Systems)
• Knash Josef Villarosa (Parallel Session 13: Software Systems Analysis and Design 2)
• Aisha Marie Rollan (Parallel Session 14: Smart and Energy Efficient Systems)

The successful staging of RACCETCon and SEECon 2026 reaffirms the commitment of the academic and research community to advancing technological innovation aligned with sustainability goals. As the conferences concluded with awarding and closing ceremonies, participants left with renewed inspiration to contribute to transformative solutions for a sustainable future.

RACCETCon 2026 and SEECON 2026 would not have been possible without the invaluable support of the co-organizer , and the support of the sponsors, partners, and suppliers.

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The University is inviting those who are qualified and are up to the challenge of contributing to the Carolinian legacy of academic excellence and brand of education to check this . We welcome the energy of the lay people to help propel the University forward. We believe that U can help Shape Carolinians.

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Applications are accepted until April 19, 2026.

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Peter proceeded to speak and said: “You know what has happened all over Judea, beginning in Galilee after the baptism that John preached, how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power. He went about doing good and healing all those oppressed by the devil, for God was with him. We are witnesses of all that he did both in the country of the Jews and in Jerusalem. They put him to death by hanging him on a tree. This man God raised on the third day and granted that he be visible, not to all the people, but to us, the witnesses chosen by God in advance, who ate and drank with him after he rose from the dead. He commissioned us to preach to the people and testify that he is the one appointed by God as judge of the living and the dead. To him all the prophets bear witness, that everyone who believes in him will receive forgiveness of sins through his name.”

Second reading: Col. 3:1–4

Brothers and sisters: If then you were raised with Christ, seek what is above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Think of what is above, not of what is on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ your life appears, then you too will appear with him in glory.

Gospel: Jn. 20:1–9

On the first day of the week, Mary of Magdala came to the tomb early in the morning, while it was still dark, and saw the stone removed from the tomb. So she ran and went to Simon Peter and to the other disciple whom Jesus loved, and told them, “They have taken the Lord from the tomb, and we don’t know where they put him.” So Peter and the other disciple went out and came to the tomb. They both ran, but the other disciple ran faster than Peter and arrived at the tomb first; he bent down and saw the burial cloths there, but did not go in.

When Simon Peter arrived after him, he went into the tomb and saw the burial cloths there, and the cloth that had covered his head, not with the burial cloths but rolled up in a separate place. Then the other disciple also went in, the one who had arrived at the tomb first, and he saw and believed. For they did not yet understand the Scripture that he had to rise from the dead.

In other words

Fr. Jose H. P. Mateo, SVD (Paraguay)

Today we celebrate EASTER SUNDAY! Jesus Christ is risen today! Alleluia! Praise the Lord! Amen! With great joy we celebrate Easter for these reasons:

One reason is that the Resurrection of Jesus is the solid foundation of our faith. This is the teaching of the Catholic Church: “The Resurrection of Jesus is the crowning truth of our faith in Christ, a faith believed and lived as the central truth by the first Christian community; handed on as fundamental by Tradition; established by the documents of the New Testament; and preached as an essential part of the Paschal mystery along with the cross” (CCC 638). It is a historical event verified by the sign of the empty tomb. It also transcends history and remains a mystery of our faith. The resurrection is a work of God and proves that Jesus is the Son of God. “If Christ has not been raised, then empty is our preaching; empty, too, your faith. And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is vain; but now Christ has been raised from the dead” (1 Cor. 15:14–20). Exult! Be glad! Rejoice! He is risen indeed, alleluia!

Moreover, the Resurrection of Jesus is the wellspring of our hope. The First Preface for Masses for the Dead beautifully expresses our hope for life eternal: “In Him, the hope of blessed resurrection has dawned, that those saddened by the certainty of dying might be consoled by the promise of immortality to come. Indeed, life is changed, not ended, and when this earthly dwelling turns to dust, an eternal dwelling is made for them in heaven.” Easter is the certainty of our immortality. Easter is the assurance of our own resurrection. “I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live” (Jn. 11:25).

As a final thought, the Resurrection of Jesus is the basis of our charity. Before Jesus died, He spoke to His disciples about the commandment of love. Jesus made it clear to them that they must continue His work by observing His command to love one another. Love is the foundation of our discipleship and the only motivation for our mission. “By this, everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another” (Jn. 13:35). The Risen Christ is now seated at the right hand of God the Father in heaven, but here on earth, God’s love must be sown everywhere, and God’s mission must truly be our own.

Happy Easter! May God bless you always!

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�������� RoboCon 2026 served as a multidisciplinary platform that promoted collaboration and the practical application of engineering, programming, and problem-solving skills. Aligned with the K–12 STEM framework, the competition encouraged learners from basic to tertiary levels, as well as professionals, to explore robotics through hands-on challenges in a competitive setting.

The competition unfolded across four event categories: Run Robot Run (Grades 4–6), Line Follower and SumoBot (open to learners across different levels), and the Intelligent Robot Festival (INROF), for tertiary students and professionals. Each category provided a venue for participants to apply creativity, technical expertise, and innovation across varying levels of complexity.

Highlights of the competition reflected a high level of technical proficiency among participants. In Run Robot Run, LEGO Mindstorms EV3 robots were constructed and programmed to successfully navigate maze-based challenges. Fröbel School secured first and second place, while San Carlos School of Cebu placed third.

In Line Follower, custom-built robots showcased speed and accuracy through sensor-guided navigation of a complex track. �������� teams claimed both first and second place, with Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu placing third.

The SumoBot event delivered high-intensity matches that emphasized strategy, sensor calibration, and mechanical strength. �������� secured the championship title, followed by Ramon M. Durano Sr. Foundation-Science and Technology Education Center in second place, and Cebu Institute of Technology-University in third place.

The Intelligent Robot Festival (INROF) category, with mechanics originating from Japan, requires advanced technical skills to develop fully autonomous robots capable of performing complex tasks.

The successful staging of �������� RoboCon 2026 was led by overall program head Dr. Antoniette M. Cañete, with the support of the �������� Department of Computer Engineering and the �������� Computer Engineering Council. Event category leads included Engr. Thairell C. Imperial and Engr. Josef Dante A. Dumalagan (Run Robot Run), Engr. Alvin Joseph S. Macapagal (Line Follower), Dr. Philip Virgil B. Astillo (SumoBot), and Dr. Luis Gerardo S. Cañete Jr. (INROF). The robotics competition was co-organized by and was sponsored by and .

Through initiatives such as RoboCon, �������� continues to strengthen its commitment to advancing engineering education, fostering innovation, and developing future-ready engineers equipped to contribute to the evolving field of robotics and technology.

�������� RoboCon 2026 concluded not just as a successful event, but as a definitive testament to the power of young minds in shaping the future of global technology. �������� DCpE looks forward to seeing more teams and participants for the next �������� RoboCon in February of 2027.

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