About this event

IGNITE 2026: Annual Research Conference and Exhibition by fourth-year Information Technology students is a platform for presenting innovative capstone research and practical technology solutions. Guided by the theme, “BUILT DIFFERENT: Transforming Unique Ideas into Smarter Solutions for a Connected Digital Future,” the event brings together students, faculty, industry professionals, and guests to explore emerging developments in web and mobile applications, business analytics, and information technology. The conference features project presentations, an exhibition of student work, and discussions led by practitioners, connecting academic learning with industry perspectives. It also gives senior high school students an opportunity to experience the possibilities of studying information technology, discover career pathways, and engage with ideas. Through research, creativity, collaboration, and professional exchange, IGNITE 2026 celebrates student achievement while encouraging responsible innovation and the development of solutions that respond to needs in communities, organizations, and society.