By: Rachelle Anne A. Abel, Francis Dominic D. Fernandez and Fery Heart M. Sulpico Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna (Mapúa MCL) recently celebrated its20th founding anniversary on January 23–24 and 26–31, 2026, with the theme “20 Years of Making Milestones, Changing Lives,” marking two decades of molding students into professionals rooted in excellence and virtue.
Led by Prof. Khristian G. Kikuchi, Dean of Mapúa MCL’s College of Computer Science and Information Science (CCIS) as event chair, and Dr. Joy G. Hofileña, Interim Dean of Mapúa MCL’s College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) and Director of theCenter for Service-Learning and Community Engagement (CSCE) as co-chair, the celebration was filled with various activities and exciting games that made the week more memorable for the community. Events such as the Org Olympics, Palarong Mapúa Malayan, CosplaySaga, Street Dance Competition, Line Flying, Wizards Cup, Esports, Malayan GotTalent, and Battle of the Bands ignited the enthusiasm of the Mapúa Malayans whilemind-stimulating competitions such as Mind Maze Science C Math, Brainmasters, andFamily Feud also challenged students throughout the celebration. One of the most-awaited events in the institution’s 20th Foundation Week was the Mapúa MCL MusicFest, featuring stellar performances from local artists such as Earl Agustin, HEY JUNE!, Dana Paulene, and DJ Cupcakes.
Recognizing the continued efforts and achievements of students, alumni, and employees was also a significant part of the week. This was highlighted through the President’s List Awarding; the Milestones in Motion, Continuing Legacy: AlumniSportsfest; the PTC-ACBET Tier 1 Recognition Awarding; the Faculty ResearchColloquium; the Employees’ Awards Night; and 20 Years, One Heart: Honoring theService of Our Everyday Heroes, a donation drive and pop-up market initiative forMapúa MCL’s support staff.
Mapúa MCL was also able to support our partner communities in Barangay DapdapEast, Tagaytay City, Cavite through 20 Years, 2000 Stories, a community initiativeheaded by CSCE that established a brand-new community library with 2,000+ books.
The celebratory week also highlighted the various student organizations in MapúaMCL, where they opened booths and activities throughout the campus to have funwith the students while also helping spread the word about their community andinvite others to join. Organizations that participated include The Mapúa MalayanColleges Laguna Information Technology Society (ITSOC) with an Escape Room, Leagueof Offline Tabletop with Board Games, Mapua Dance Crew (MDC) with DanceWorkshops, MALAYA MMCL (MALAYA) with a Film Showing, and Talented Union for growing Musicians and Artists (TUGMA) with an Open Mic.
The annual Mr. C Ms. Mapúa MCL took an exciting turn this year with the introduction of the Mr. C Ms. Mapúa MCL Employee Edition, showcasing theconfidence and brains of the entire Mapúa MCL community. The event saw thecoronation of Herzon Ralph Bolido from the Mapúa Institute of Technology at Laguna(MITL) and Glydelle Erica Azogue from Mapúa MCL Senior High School (Mapúa MCL-SHS) as the newest Mr. C Ms. Mapúa MCL, respectively while the Mr. C Ms. MapúaMCL Employee Edition saw Mr. John Rencel B. Cantalejo and Ms. Mika M. Lebrillabecome the inaugural titleholders of Mr. and Ms. Mapúa MCL Employee.
The following are the official results and champions of each event. (include photo)
Wizards Cup
Org Olympics
• Organization of the Year – UGMASIKO
Esports
Palarong Mapúa Malayan – PICE Malayan Got Talent – Senior High School Street Dance – Senior High School
Battle of the Bands – 6th Harmony
Brainmasters – Mapua Laguna Institute of Aviation
Mind Maze Science – Mapua Institute of Technology at Laguna Mind Maze Math – Mapua Institute of Technology at Laguna Family Feud – Senior High School
“Anniversaries are not end points. We will not stop here; these are renewed commitments, and therefore we need to keep moving because what changed lives the past decades will not be enough for the next,” said Dr. Dodjie S. Maestrecampo,President and Chief Executive Officer of the Mapúa Education Group during theopening ceremony of Mapúa MCL’s 20th Foundation Week.
The festivities for the institution’s 20th founding anniversary celebrate not only its two decades of existence, but also the achievements of the community that pavedthe way to the brand of excellence and virtue that the Mapúa MCL name now standsfor.
