Showcasing excellence and innovative spirit, students from the Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering (BSECE) program of Pampanga State University (Pampanga State U) proudly participated in the Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. (IECEP) National Students’ Summit 2025, held at the Marikina Convention Center on October 20 to 22, 2025.
Anchored on the theme “IECEP@75: Electronics Engineering Pioneering Innovative Pathways to a Sustainable Future,” the summit gathered Electronics Engineering students from more than 30 universities and colleges nationwide to compete in academic, non- academic, and social events.
The participants also engaged in technical webinars, job fairs, and technology exhibits that enriched their professional and industry exposure.
Engr. Lester O. Natividad, one of the coaches, reflected on the students’ achievements and their preparation for the competition.
“Weeks of practice have helped them achieve all of this. Their dedication, hard work, and willingness to learn have been major factors in earning this award. Watching them enjoy what they do out of passion, not obligation, is truly fulfilling,” said Engr. Natividad.
Below is the list of categories and awards received by the ECE program:
- 5th Place & People’s Choice Award - BACKPITCH
Coach: Engr. Lester O. Natividad,
Team Members: Patricia Jewel M. Bonifacio, Ayannie C. Manalansan, Ashker
Terrence C. Benitez, Austin Paul P. Magtoto, and Nash Aren Dwines A. David - 9th Place - Elite Electronics Showdown
Coach - Engr. Elias Francis G. Vergara
Team Members - Jeroeim M. Echague, Hans Rafael V. Manuel, and Luis Adrian Israel D. Tuazon - 6th–10th Place - Circuit Crunch
Coach - Engr. Elias Francis G. Vergara
Team Members - Jeroeim M. Echague, Hans Rafael V. Manuel, and Luis Adrian Israel D. Tuazon - 5th Place - Math Olympiad
Coach - Engr. Jennifer Elizabeth Y. Buenviaje
Team Members - Gian Emmanuel B. Catacutan, Clark Kent D. Manalastas, Yussef Hans R. Pineda - 8th Place - CommQuest
Coach - Engr. Lester O. Natividad, MEnM
Team Members - Gabriel Angelo A. Pagcu, Jabez M. Ayson, and Jonas P. Pineda - Participant - Interscholastic Quiz Show
Coach - Engr. Lester O. Natividad
Team Members - Jabez M. Ayson, Gabriel Angelo A. Pagcu, Angel Loren C. Ducut, Mark Aceyork M. Cabatay, Aljan Miguel B. Macalino, and Jonas P. Pineda
Congratulations!
Photo credits: Elasticos Gazette
