Congratulations to the University of the Immaculate Conception’s College of Computer Studies (UIC-CCS) for proudly hosting the inaugural virtual lecture of its multi-phase mobility program, International Leadership, Education, and Development in Computer Studies (iLEAD) 2025! 

The event, held on July 30, 2025, at the UIC ITRC and on the Zoom platform, highlighted the theme “Global Synergy in IT Education: Cultivating Innovation, Leadership, and Cultural Exchange.”

The lecture featured insightful presentations from a diverse group of lecturers from UIC and its international and national partner institutions:
• Assoc. Prof. Kristine Mae M. Adlaon
University of the Immaculate Conception, Philippines
• Dr. Dai-Yi Wang
Providence University, Taiwan
• Dr. Teo Leong Hwee
Singapore University of Social Sciences, Singapore
• Dr. Edmund Villapaz Enopia
Pillar College of Zamboanga, Philippines
• Dr. Yazrina Yahya
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia
• Dr. Sandhay Madhuri
Dayananda Sagar University, India

The University of the Immaculate Conception College of Computer Studies (UIC-CCS) hosted delegates from Providence University (Taiwan) and Pilar College of Zamboanga (Philippines) for a significant community immersion activity on October 21, 2025, at the Doña Pilar L. Marfori Elementary School.

Highlights of the visit included a seminar on local dioramas, which offered insights into regional culture and history, followed by a reflective dialogue. This session successfully bridged perspectives through shared narratives and lived experiences, fostering a deeper understanding between the international and local participants.

The University of the Immaculate Conception College of Computer Studies (UIC CCS) delegates collaborated with Providence University in Taiwan, expressing sincere gratitude for the warm hospitality and meaningful cooperation extended to the UIC delegation during the International Leadership, Education, and Development in Computer Studies (iUIC iLEAD-CS) 2026 – Phase 3, on April 11-18, 2026.

The thoughtfully designed program, which integrated academic engagement, technological exposure, and cultural immersion, has provided a valuable platform for knowledge exchange and strengthened institutional ties between our universities.

The college likewise extended its heartfelt congratulations to the six Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) students for completing the mobility program. Their active participation, professionalism, and commitment to learning throughout the week reflect the excellence and global readiness of UIC students.

This achievement marks another milestone in UIC’s continued pursuit of internationalization and the development of competent, innovative, and globally competitive IT professionals.