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ACLC College of Butuan recognizes that students from its Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program successfully presented their research paper at an international conference.

Students Daisy Lou S. Montante, Erica P. Nanales, and June Ralph Ervie C. Aton, together with their co-author Zoren E. Bajao, showcased their study entitled “𝘋𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘊𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘚𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘮 𝘙𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘛𝘦𝘹𝘵 𝘰𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘥𝘥𝘪𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘌𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯: 𝘈 𝘊𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘌𝘹𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯” during the 23𝘳𝘥 𝘐𝘌𝘌𝘌 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘶𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 (𝘐𝘌𝘌𝘌-𝘐𝘊𝘊𝘈 2026), held at the 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘶𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘠𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘰𝘯, 𝘔𝘺𝘢𝘯𝘮𝘢𝘳. The paper is currently awaiting publication and will be included in the IEEE ICCA 2026 conference proceedings.

The institution extends its heartfelt congratulations to the author and co-author for bringing pride and honor to the college through their international research presentation.

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology student researchers from ACLC College of Butuan successfully presented their research paper titled “𝘏𝘶𝘒𝘈𝘋: 𝘈𝘶𝘨𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘉𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘯 𝘊𝘶𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘉𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘨𝘯𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘥 𝘐𝘯𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴” at the 𝘐𝘌𝘌𝘌 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘈𝘶𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘚𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘴 (𝘐𝘊𝘔𝘓𝘈𝘚 2026), held on 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩 13, 2026, and organized by 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘮𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘥 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘉𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘬𝘰𝘬, 𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥.

The study was authored by Andre R. Ligalig, Dinah Lyn M. Pelimer, and Norien Gaye Villanueva, with co-authors Lord Ian M. Paquiao and Daryll A. Cabagay.

The research explores the use of technology in enhancing Butuanon cuisine through ingredient recognition, contributing to the application of machine learning in cultural and culinary innovation.

The paper will be included in the official proceedings of the IEEE International Conference on Machine Learning and Autonomous Systems (ICMLAS 2026), highlighting the participation of ACLC College of Butuan student researchers in international academic platforms.

A significant academic milestone has been achieved by Bachelor of Science in Information Technology students from ACLC College of Butuan, as their research paper entitled “𝘞𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘛𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦: 𝘈𝘯 𝘈𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘰𝘪𝘥-𝘉𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘈𝘶𝘨𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘛𝘰𝘰𝘭 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘗𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘥𝘪𝘤 𝘌𝘭𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴” has been successfully published in the 𝘈𝘥𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘥 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘑𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘰𝘧 𝘔𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩, under the 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘗𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘳 based in 𝘎𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘳, 𝘎𝘶𝘫𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘵, 𝘐𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘢.

The research paper was authored by Bryan Peter P. Bacaling, Bryce A. Corvera, and James Ellison C. Lopez, with co-authors Mr. Joshua A. Caalim, Mr. Gerardo S. Carlos, and Mr. Jamel D. Pandiin.

The paper introduces an Android-based augmented reality application designed to improve the learning of periodic elements through interactive and visual engagement, providing a more effective approach to understanding complex scientific concepts.

Its publication in an international peer-reviewed journal highlights the quality of student research and strengthens the institution’s presence in the field of information technology.

Access the published research here:
https://doi.org/10.62127/aijmr.2026.v04i02.1208

𝗢𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗢𝗡 | 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸: 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹?

Weekends are meant to give students a break from school, not a continuation of deadlines and unfinished schoolwork. After a long week of classes, students deserve time to rest and temporarily forget about academic pressure. Yet, this is often not the reality. For many students, weekends are still filled with responsibilities that leave little room for recovery. This raises a question that should no longer be ignored: does weekend homework truly help students succeed, or does it simply add unnecessary stress to an already overwhelming routine?

Yes, weekend homework can be helpful, but only when it is handled properly. When assignments are limited and purposeful, they give students time to review lessons they struggled with during the week. Some students need more time to understand certain topics, and weekends can provide that space. In this way, weekend schoolwork can support learning. However, this only works when tasks are used appropriately. Giving work simply for the sake of giving work does not build discipline. Instead, it builds frustration.

The problem is that this ideal situation rarely happens. In reality, weekend homework is often excessive and unavoidable. Students enter the weekend already tired, only to be faced with more work and deadlines. Instead of resting, they spend what is supposed to be their break rushing to finish tasks, sacrificing sleep, family time, and even their mental health. By the time school resumes, many students return exhausted and discouraged before the week even begins. This kind of pressure does not help students learn; it overwhelms them. A tired student cannot focus, and an overwhelmed student cannot perform well, no matter how many assignments are completed.

This is why balance is not just important, but necessary. Weekends should not exist solely for homework because students are more than their academic performance. Schools must recognize that rest should not be seen as laziness, but as a vital part of effective learning. When weekend homework is limited and thoughtfully assigned, students can manage their responsibilities without feeling suffocated. Without balance, weekend homework loses its purpose and becomes a source of stress rather than growth.

As a result, weekend homework itself is not the enemy. The real problem is excessive weekend homework. Education should not push students to the point of burnout and call it productivity. If schools truly want students to succeed, they must allow them time to breathe. A student who is always exhausted cannot give their best, no matter how hard they try. A well-rested student understands lessons better than one who is overwhelmed with too much work.

Write-up by: Michelle Dolero
Layout by: Norien Villanueva

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 | 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: 𝗔 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘀

Voices Demand Action, Not Words

Filipinos are calling for leaders who listen, act, and deliver real change. Every voice matters in the demand for better governance.

As 2026 begins, Filipinos are asking a simple but pressing question: When will leaders stop promising and start acting? Daily life reveals the gaps such as flooded streets after heavy rains, slow medical services, unfinished classrooms, and relief goods that reach only a few. As one citizen bluntly put it, “Puro salita, nasa’n ang gawa?” The call is clear: governance must deliver, voices must be heard, and leadership must be grounded in integrity.

Governance is measured by results, not titles. Roads repaired on time, classrooms properly built, and public funds used responsibly reflect leadership that works. When these fail, citizens feel the consequences firsthand. One resident shared, “Sometimes plans are made, budgets released, but communities still suffer from floods.” Another said, “In the barangay, even basic health services are slow, and relief goods reach only some people.” One frustrated voice added, “The justice system here should be fixed, lupig pa man sa pagong ang dagan.”

Despite ongoing challenges, small improvements show that change is possible. Online services from agencies such as SSS and PhilHealth have reduced long queues and made transactions more accessible. Coordination in some DSWD programs has become clearer and more organized. As one observer noted, “Mas klaro na ang proseso, mas organized, pero dugay gihapon usahay.” These efforts prove that action, when paired with accountability, can produce real results.

Strong leadership depends on transparency, fairness, and genuine listening. It is not only the duty of leaders but also the responsibility of citizens. Filipinos play a vital role by staying informed, asking questions, and holding those in power accountable. As one reminder puts it, every citizen’s effort, no matter how small, matters in improving life in our communities.

The call for 2026 is clear. We need leaders who act, not just promise. Governance must deliver results, include every voice, and put people first. Every effort counts, and every citizen has a role. It is time to demand integrity, honesty, and lasting change.

Write-up by: Kyla Batonghinog
Layout by: Christel Cacho

𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗢𝗢𝗡 | 𝗔 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗲𝘀.

Artwork by: Messy Manolo

Amid casually dressed students, one sits in uniform, quietly marking a personal commitment to change. A new year becomes a turning point, where a “new me” begins through the simple choice of discipline.

Photo by: Jeraeah King Padillo
Layout by: Christel Cacho

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘀 𝗨𝗽 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

The Computer Education Department (CED) marked the close of 2025 with its Year-End Party, themed “From Code to Coast,” held on December 20, 2025, at Cheskent Beach Resort, bringing together faculty and students for a festive and memorable gathering.

Against a scenic coastal backdrop, the celebration featured fun activities and games that encouraged teamwork and camaraderie. More than just a year-end festivity, the event strengthened the bond between faculty and students as they reflected on the department’s achievements and looked ahead to the coming year with renewed enthusiasm and unity.

Write-up by: Norien Villanueva
Photos by: King Padillo, Dave Romera, and Norien Villanueva

𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗱-𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿-𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆

The Business Education Department (BED) held its year-end Christmas party on the evening of December 19, 2025, through a red-themed ball gala attended by students and staff.

The event brought members of the department together to mark the end of the year and reflect on shared accomplishments. It concluded with a festive gathering that highlighted unity and camaraderie among participants.

Write-up by: Riayce Jann Pasinabo
Photos by: Riayce Pasinabo, King Padillo. and Dave Romera

I see you. The one who notices the details others pass by. The one whose thoughts turn into stories, whose ideas refuse to stay silent. The one who sketches meaning, captures moments, or shapes worlds with a single sentence. The one who feels the pull of truth and creation, even when no one is watching.

The call you hear now is not an accident. It is an invitation.

Excel News Publication seeks individuals of your caliber—those ready to write, to draw, to speak, and to bring stories to life. This 2nd Semester, we are searching for Feature Writers, Sports Writers, Opinion Writers, Editorial Cartoonists, and Broadcasters, and we invite all interested applicants to join the screening on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Excel News Office, Room 105.

During the screening, Writers will be given a topic and required to produce a write-up, Editorial Cartoonists will be given a topic and asked to create a sketch (digital), and Broadcasters must bring and perform a prepared script for either a news anchor, emcee, or host role.

Your voice carries farther than you think. Your vision reaches wider than you know.
Step forward. Your story begins here.

Write-up by: Norien Villanueva
Layout by: Christel Cacho