DUMAGUETE CITY, NEGROS ORIENTAL – Bago City College (BCC) proudly marked another milestone in student innovation as three teams from its Bachelor of Science in Information Systems (BSIS) Department earned spots among the Top 10 qualifiers of the 11th Philippine Startup Challenge (PSC) Negros Island Region.
Held on October 23, 2026, at the Audio-Visual Theater of Silliman University in Dumaguete City, the regional competition brought together aspiring student innovators to showcase their technology-driven solutions to real-world challenges. The event was facilitated by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), through its ICT Industry Development Bureau (IIDB).
Representing Bago City College were three teams composed of talented BSIS students:
Team Gestura: Jean Milchie Flores, Mariel Flores, and Jimmyma Grace Baria
Team Pulse: Adrian Sarcia, Hernani Bañez, and Therese Alcazaren
Team RiceShield: Cristel Mayen Gumata, Julyn Jarobel, and Alyah Grace Odtohan
Each team demonstrated creativity, technical knowledge, and an entrepreneurial mindset as they presented their innovative startup concepts before a panel of judges. Their qualification among the region’s Top 10 highlighted the growing potential of BCC students in technology, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving.
The teams were accompanied and supported by BCC President Dr. Rowena V. Bañes, BSIS Department Head Mr. Anthony Malabanan, and mentors Mr. Jason Delos Reyes and Ms. Khycy Janz Alvarez, whose guidance and encouragement played an important role in preparing the students for the regional competition.
Bago City College also extends its heartfelt gratitude to City Mayor Hon. Mayette Javellana-Yao for her continued support and generosity toward the College and its student innovators. Her encouragement further strengthens the institution’s commitment to providing meaningful opportunities for students to develop their skills and pursue innovation.
Beyond the competition, the experience provided students with an opportunity to strengthen their confidence, enhance their pitching skills, and gain valuable insights into the startup industry.
The participation of three BCC teams among the Top 10 qualifiers reflects the College’s continuing efforts to promote innovation, academic excellence, and entrepreneurial development among its students.
Bago City College congratulates Team Gestura, Team Pulse, and Team RiceShield for their dedication, hard work, and determination in representing the institution on a regional platform.
From Bago City to Dumaguete, BCC continues to move forward through innovation, teamwork, and excellence.
Sulong, Bago City College!