WCC Aeronautical & Technological College (WCC ATC) formalized its membership in the SILLAG Region 1 Startup Consortium on September 28, 2026, establishing a partnership to develop an innovation hub where students, faculty, and researchers can design, build, and test technology-based solutions. Through its consortium membership, WCC ATC will participate in regional startup development activities and collaborate with other member institutions through shared facilities, expertise, and programs. These arrangements are intended to help students and faculty move their ideas toward working prototypes and explore their potential applications.
Held at World Citi Colleges (WCC) Quezon City, the signing also formalized WCC ATC’s role as co-host and partner institution for the 4th Joint Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Symposium in Region 1, scheduled for October 14–16, 2026. The symposium will provide another venue for collaboration, bringing together researchers, innovators, academic institutions, government agencies, industry representatives, and startups to present their work and explore joint initiatives.
Honored guests included Dr. Teresita A. Tabaog, Regional Director of DOST Ilocos Region; Engr. Arnold C. Santos, Provincial Director of DOST Pangasinan; and Brenn Justin Guevarra, Project Technical Staff.
Representing WCC ATC at the signing were Dr. Patrick V. Guico, President; Dr. Roger A. Martinez Jr., Vice President for Academic Affairs; and Dr. Rosalie Sheryll T. Rosales, Director of the Research Planning and Development Office.
Also present were Dr. Ma. Cristina J. Estioco, WCC Vice President for Academic Affairs; Dr. Mia Monica Bernabe, WCC Vice President for Business Development and Operations; Dr. Dick O. Eugenio, Director of the International Affairs & Strategic Partnerships Office; and Dr. Marilyn Obod, Director of the WCC Research Planning and Development Office.
