College Week 2025 was more than a campus tradition—it was a powerful convergence of creativity, collaboration, and innovation. From February 24 to March 1, CIITzens came together under the theme “Empowering Fearless Creatives and Innovators,” transforming the campus into a vibrant space for exploration and growth. Spearheaded by the ACADS Team, this year’s celebration highlighted CIIT’s commitment to holistic student development through immersive experiences that bridged disciplines.
TechConnect 2025: Fueling the Future of Innovation
Led by student organizations UnPause and Nexus, with the support of industry partners such as VST ECS Phils. Inc., Senco Link Technologies, and Mega Cat Studios, TechConnect 2025 was a dynamic testament to the ingenuity of CIIT’s tech community.
Program highlights included:
- TechJam, where students engaged in interactive booths and a live band performance by Byte Band.
- TechExhibit, which featured innovations from some of the most forward-thinking tech firms.
- TechTalks, where speakers Ms. Cecilia Mendoza and Mr. Mark Yap shared timely industry insights and future trends.
- HackathonJam and GameJam, which challenged over 50 participants to develop real-world solutions through design and code.
“TechConnect reminded us that creativity and logic aren’t opposites—they’re stronger together.”
MMAD Games 2025: Branding the Identity of CIIT Arts
Organized by Sinagtala and powered by the BMMA community, MMAD Games was a high-impact, 48-hour creative relay that tasked students with developing a brand identity for the BMMA program and its tracks in Graphic Design, Animation, and Film & Video Production.
The challenges involved:
- Graphic Design – Logo studies and branded merchandise
- Animation – Motion graphics and email banners
- Film – A live-action trailer created within 24 hours
Winning Teams
- Gold – Green Group 1
Members: Ethan Cachola, Don Mantukay, JC Santiago, Carine Faith Manalang, and others
Prize: ₱10,000 and an opportunity to collaborate with the Arts Department and Branding & Communications Office on future implementation - Silver – Yellow Group 2
Members: Althea Cielo Castolome, Andrea Ysabel Jabola, Zephyr Dusk Ilagan, and others - Bronze – Red Group 1
Members: Federico Roxas, Allison Cerdan, Jaymich Belano, Stacey Tubianosa, and more
House Rankings: Green, Yellow, Red, Purple, Blue
“This challenge pushed our limits, but more importantly, it made us feel like real-world creatives,” shared a student from the Gold-winning team.
SportsFest Year 12: Championing Teamwork and School Pride
This year’s SportsFest brought together 1,430 CIITzens at the Bernardo Court and Power Up Court in a spirited celebration of athleticism and unity. Across competitive matches and creative relays, teams from every program displayed discipline, camaraderie, and pride in representing their CIIT family.
“We don’t just build brands and apps—we build team spirit.”
Looking Back and Moving Forward
College Week 2025 stood out for its seamless integration of creativity, technology, and community. From designing logos and coding solutions to performing on stage and competing on the court, CIITzens exemplified the values of collaboration and fearless innovation.
View the [event gallery] to revisit the unforgettable moments of talent, teamwork, and triumph.
What Lies Ahead
Plans for College Week 2026 are already underway. Expect broader collaborations, evolved challenge formats, and fresh platforms to spotlight CIIT’s diverse creative voices.
At CIIT, the future is not just imagined—it is woven together by the next generation of creators and innovators.
About CIIT College of Arts and Technology
CIIT College of Arts and Technology is the leading institution in the Philippines specializing in Multimedia Arts, Game Development, Technology, and Business Education. Focused on industry-relevant learning, CIIT equips students with practical skills, technological expertise, and real-world experience to excel in the creative and digital industries.
With 15 years of excellence, CIIT has built a strong reputation for producing top-caliber professionals in creative and tech-driven fields. 61%* graduates secure employment immediately, reflecting the school’s industry-aligned curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, and hands-on learning. CIIT is also home to two cutting-edge architectural landmarks, Interweave and Glitch, in Quezon City, designed to inspire creativity and collaboration.
*Rate of graduating students from Batch 2024 (AY 2023-2024) secured employment on or before their graduation day.
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