On September 15, 2023, the Tarlac State University College of Computer Studies (CCS) students, collectively known as the CCS-CyberSquad, achieved a commendable 9th place out of 15 participating schools at the 'DICT Hack4Gov: CERT-PH Cyber Challenge 2023.'
This fiercely competitive event, hosted at Holy Angel University in Angeles City, was organized by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Region 3 with the goal of fostering cyber awareness and action.
Reflecting on their journey through the competition, Alieu Farreeze Arcilla of CCS-CyberSquad remarked, "We had fun working together to solve the problems, and it showed us how important teamwork is."
This accomplishment not only highlights the CCS-CyberSquad's cybersecurity prowess but also underscores the significance of collaboration in tackling modern cyber challenges. The event's mission to enhance cyber awareness and action resonates strongly with the team's dedication to the field.
The CCS-CyberSquad team members who represented TSU CCS in this cybersecurity challenge are:
Michael Val T. Malungcut
Thomas Chester C. Pabalan
Jean Lemuelle R. Bagay
Alieu Farreeze N. Arcilla
