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iACADEMY's 3rd year Bachelor of Science in Animation students under the School of Design and the Arts, won 1st Place in Animation Category at the 38th Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Gawad Para sa Alternatibong Pelikula at Video with their short animated film, Bangungot.

iACADEMY proudly celebrates another milestone in Filipino animation as third-year Bachelor of Science in Animation students Lysa Catolico and Jazmine Pateña earned the Best Screenplay (Short Film) award at the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival 2026 for their short film, RUNO!.

iACADEMY proudly conferred degrees upon the Class of 2026 during its 21st Commencement Exercises, celebrating graduates whose academic excellence, creativity, and industry readiness embody the institution's commitment to producing future Game Changers.

Where other schools stick to the usual solemn march and predictable cap toss, iACADEMY, a school in Makati, takes graduation to a whole new level. This isn’t just a walk across the stage, it’s a full-blown celebration of creativity, individuality, and achievement. Parents beam with pride, while graduates are given a send-off that feels less like a ceremony and more like a celebration of who they have become as game changers ready to go Beyond Better.

For Sophia Francesca Mahinay Caridad, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Marketing Management is a testament to the power of resilience, perseverance, and choosing long-term purpose over short-term comfort.

For Yazmine Joy Paguirigan Reginaldo, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Marketing Management is proof that the most meaningful journeys are often the ones we never planned.

iACADEMY welcomed Mary Ann Manzano, Founder of Gtech.Guru and Education Lead for Google for Education Philippines, as the Guest Speaker for its 21st Commencement Exercises, where she encouraged the Class of 2026 to embrace innovation, lifelong learning, and purposeful leadership in an increasingly digital world.

While most graduation ceremonies are accompanied by traditional orchestral marches, iACADEMY continues to redefine the commencement experience through a signature graduation soundtrack that reflects the creativity and energy of its community.

After months of extensive restoration and modernization, the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), one of the country's most iconic landmarks and a declared National Cultural Treasure, has reopened its doors, ushering in a new chapter while preserving its rich architectural legacy. The renovation, completed in preparation for the Philippines' hosting of the 2026 ASEAN Summit and the venue's 50th anniversary, enhanced its facilities with modern event infrastructure while staying true to the original vision of National Artist for Architecture Leandro V. Locsin.