A team of second-year BA Communication students from UC College of Arts and Sciences clinched First Runner-Up and multiple major awards at the inaugural National Communications Olympiad held on June 28, 2025, at Meralco HQ in Pasig.

Their campaign on energy equity stood out for its strong brand identity and message on light as hope and sustainability.

Competing against 22 universities across the Philippines, they won the following major awards:

Gold award
Best in Editorial
Best in Research and Insights

Silver award
Best in Social Media Content Plan
Best in Presentation
Best in Community Activation
Best in Strategy
Best in Hero Execution

Bronze award
Best in Creatives

The team secured a 500-hour paid internship in Manila. The event was organized by IABC Philippines and the COMCO School of Communications.