GC CCS TECH FEST 2026

 On May 9, 2026, I attended the GC CCS TECH FEST 2026: Exploring the Advancements and Innovations in Computing held at the Gordon College Grounds. The event was organized by the 4th year students from the College of Computer Studies and was led by the event chairpersons for BSCS, BSIT, and BSEMC. The Tech Fest served as a culminating activity where students showcased their creativity, innovation, technical knowledge, and talents through various competitions and activities.

The event featured several competitions such as the Digital Art Challenge, Animation Design Contest, Decoding Challenge, Web Design Competition, and Hackathon. There were also different E-Games tournaments including Tekken, League of Legends, Mobile Legends, Valorant, and Teamfight Tactics. Student-led businesses and exhibitors also contributed to the lively atmosphere of the event by showcasing both creativity and entrepreneurship.

For my role, I was part of the Marshal team. Most of my responsibilities involved helping with the booth setup before the event proper. During the event itself, I checked the booths for a while and later observed the activities at the hackathon venue. Although my role during the actual event was not as heavy as expected, the experience still allowed me to appreciate the preparation, teamwork, and coordination required to make an event like this successful.

Session Highlights

One of the most interesting aspects of the Tech Fest was seeing how students from different areas of computing showcased their skills and interests. The competitions highlighted talents in digital arts, animation, programming, web development, and gaming, while the hackathon demonstrated creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving under pressure.

During my time at the hackathon venue, I observed participants collaborating, brainstorming ideas, and developing solutions within a limited amount of time. It showed how events like this are not only about competition but also about innovation, teamwork, and learning from one another.

I also appreciated the effort placed into the preparation stage. Assisting with the booth setup gave me a better understanding of the work that happens behind the scenes before an event begins. It made me realize that successful programs rely heavily on preparation, coordination, and the contributions of every team involved.

Key Learnings

Being part of GC CCS TECH FEST 2026 helped me realize that organizing events requires teamwork, preparation, and flexibility. Although my responsibilities during the event itself were not very demanding, helping during the preparation stage showed me that even simple tasks require time, effort, and coordination.

One of the biggest lessons I learned was the importance of supporting a team in any way possible. Even small contributions, such as booth setup and checking event areas, still play an important role in ensuring the success of the overall activity. This experience reminded me that teamwork is not only about handling major responsibilities but also about being willing to contribute wherever help is needed.

The event also helped me appreciate the creativity and skills of students from different fields within computing. Seeing participants compete and collaborate inspired me to become more open to exploring various areas in technology beyond programming alone.

Practical Takeaways

After participating in the Tech Fest, I realized the importance of being flexible and adaptable during events and projects.

Since the Marshal team had fewer responsibilities during the actual program, I used the opportunity to observe different activities and learn from the competitions and exhibits around the venue. This taught me that even when responsibilities are light, valuable experiences and lessons can still be gained through observation and participation.

I can apply these lessons in future school projects, events, and workplace environments by becoming more proactive in helping with preparations and collaborating effectively with team members. The experience also reminded me that successful projects depend not only on leadership roles but also on the contributions of people working behind the scenes.

Additionally, observing the hackathon and other competitions encouraged me to continue improving my creativity, problem-solving skills, and teamwork abilities, which are all essential in the IT field.

Positive Feedback

Overall, GC CCS TECH FEST 2026 was a successful, engaging, and memorable event. It provided students with opportunities to showcase their talents and technical skills through competitions, exhibits, tournaments, and entrepreneurial activities.

I appreciated how the event brought together different areas of computing, from digital arts and animation to programming, web design, hackathons, and E-Games. This diversity highlighted the different strengths and interests of students within the College of Computer Studies.

The atmosphere throughout the event was lively, and participants remained active and involved during the activities. Even though my role was not heavily focused on the main organizing tasks during the event proper, it was still fulfilling to witness the success of an event that promoted creativity, collaboration, and innovation among students.

Suggestions for Improvement

Although GC CCS TECH FEST 2026 was successful overall, there are still some areas that could be improved in future events.

Since I was part of the Marshal team, I noticed that our responsibilities during the actual event were lighter than expected. Assigning clearer and more active tasks for each team during the program proper could help members stay more involved and reduce idle time during the event.

I also believe that earlier preparation and stronger coordination between teams would improve the overall flow of the activity. As the event date approached, some difficulties were encountered during booth setup and venue preparation. More organized scheduling and manpower distribution could make the setup process smoother and more efficient.

Another improvement would be providing additional covered or cooling areas since the event was held outdoors and the heat became challenging for both participants and organizers. Despite these minor concerns, the Tech Fest remained a very successful and enjoyable event that showcased the creativity, teamwork, and technical skills of the students while creating a fun and memorable experience for everyone involved.