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Dr. Marlon Tayag, the Dean of the School of Computing (SoC), held a face-to-face meeting on July 11, 2024, in SJH-202 with the heads of SoC organizations, including the student council and the publication, alongside their advisors. The meeting aimed to discuss the current state of the SoC, strategic plans, and encourage collaboration for the academic year 2024-2025.

Dr. Tayag began by providing an overview of the current state of the SoC, highlighting a significant increase in student enrollment, which now stands at 1,460 students. This growth reflects the rising interest in SoC programs. He acknowledged the challenges posed by the increased student population and assured everyone that efforts are underway to meet the demands and improve the student experience.

During the meeting, the heads of the organizations presented their plan of activities for this school year. The dean provided insights and tips for each organization, such as identifying target audiences, encouraging collaborative efforts between different organizations, and finding ways to ease student participation. Advisors also offered suggestions to enhance the overall effectiveness of SoC initiatives.

“I want to hear from you because everything we do in the School of Computing involves you [SoC organizations],” said Dr. Tayag. He also mentioned that the upcoming Blockchain Conference on July 19, 2024, is the first activity aimed at fostering collaboration. Classes during the conference will be held asynchronously from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm for all levels, as he encourages participation from everyone.

A significant portion of the meeting focused on aligning the department and organization calendars, particularly regarding the Blockchain Conference, to avoid scheduling conflicts and ensure smooth event execution. Dr. Tayag emphasized the importance of timely submissions for requests, reports, and other tasks, stating, “I take pride in your achievements.”

The collaborative efforts and plans discussed promise an engaging and productive academic year for the School of Computing.

News by John Harold Doton