CSU - Department of Geology

[𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘]

The 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝗢𝗝𝗧) of 𝟮𝟯 𝗕𝗦 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 from Caraga State University commenced across various government agencies, research institutions, and industry partners, providing students with meaningful opportunities to apply classroom knowledge in professional geoscience settings. While most student trainees have successfully completed their OJT, others continue to undergo specialized training in research institutions.

Stationed at the Caraga State University Main Campus, four (4) BS Geology students successfully completed their On-the-Job Training (OJT) at the 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗚𝗲𝗼-𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 (𝗖𝗖𝗚𝗲𝗼), while another four (4) students completed their training at the 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘂 (𝗠𝗚𝗕) 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗫𝗜𝗜𝗜. These institutions provided valuable exposure to Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, spatial data analysis, geological mapping, mineral resource assessment, geohazard evaluation, and environmental geoscience. Through these experiences, the student trainees strengthened their technical competencies and gained practical skills in geospatial technologies and government-led geoscience programs that support disaster risk reduction, environmental planning, sustainable resource management, and scientific research.

Similarly, eight ( 8 ) BS Geology students successfully completed their On-the-Job Training (OJT) at 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗮 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗣𝗠𝗖), 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗚𝗥𝗖), 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗮 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗠𝗠𝗖). Their training provided hands-on experience in mineral exploration, core logging, mine geology, mineral processing, geological research, laboratory analyses, and responsible mining operations. Through these industry- and research-based placements, the students developed essential technical competencies, analytical skills, and professional experience while gaining a deeper appreciation for responsible and sustainable mineral resource development.

Currently, two ( 2 ) BS Geology students continue to undergo their On-the-Job Training (OJT) at the𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲 (𝗨𝗣𝗥𝗜). Their ongoing training focuses on disaster resilience, geospatial analysis, and disaster risk reduction, enabling them to appreciate the vital role of geoscience in building safer, more resilient, and sustainable communities.

Meanwhile, eight ( 8 ) BS Geology students also continue to undergo their On-the-Job Training (OJT) at the 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 (𝗨𝗣 𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗦). Their specialized training provides advanced exposure to geological research, laboratory techniques, petrographic analysis, and other scientific investigations under the mentorship of leading geoscientists, further enhancing their research capabilities, technical competencies, and professional development.

These On-the-Job Training (OJT) placements continue to bridge classroom learning with real-world geoscience practice by providing students with meaningful opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge, strengthen technical competencies, and gain valuable professional experience. The Department of Geology extends its sincere appreciation to all partner institutions for their continued support and commitment to developing the next generation of competent, ethical, research-oriented, and socially responsible geoscience professionals.

Padayon, CSU DGeol! ⚒️🌏

The 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 proudly recognizes the active participation of our faculty members in the 𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 (𝐒𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐨 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦) 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 held on July 14, 2026, at the Women's Center, Del Carmen, Siargao Island. 𝐌𝐫. 𝐍𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐃. 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐥𝐞, 𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫, delivered a presentation on "𝑶𝒏𝒈𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑰𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒏 𝑮𝒆𝒐𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒑𝒉𝒐𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒈𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑮𝒆𝒐𝒕𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒎 𝒊𝒏 𝑺𝑰𝑷𝑳𝑨𝑺," while 𝐌𝐫. 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐒𝐚𝐦 𝐌. 𝐁𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚, 𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐟, served as the moderator during the 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦.

The SIGHT Project is led by 𝐃𝐫. 𝐍𝐨𝐞𝐥𝐲𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐓. 𝐑𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐬 of the 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 (𝐔𝐏 𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐒) and is implemented in collaboration with 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐰𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲, and faculty members from the 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 (𝐂𝐇𝐒𝐒). The Department also extends its sincere appreciation to 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐀𝐥𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐨 𝐌. 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐨 𝐈𝐈, 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧, for graciously hosting and supporting this meaningful dialogue that advances geoheritage conservation, sustainable geotourism, and collaborative geoscience research.

Padayon, CSUDGeol ⚒️🌏

The Department of Geology of Caraga State University extends its heartfelt gratitude to the 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 (𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗥𝗢) of Dinagat Islands and the 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁 (𝗟𝗚𝗨) of Barangay Cuarinta, San Jose; Dinagat, Dinagat Islands for their warm welcome, generous hospitality, and invaluable support during the conduct of the 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗜𝗜 (𝗚𝗘𝗢𝗟 𝟭𝟬𝟳) fieldwork of our second-year BS Geology students.

Your unwavering assistance and collaboration played a vital role in the success of this academic undertaking by providing a safe, welcoming, and conducive environment for experiential learning. Through your support, our students were able to apply classroom knowledge to real-world geological investigations while gaining a deeper appreciation of the province's rich geological heritage and the importance of environmental stewardship.

Thank you for being our partners in advancing geoscience education, fostering experiential learning, and supporting the academic and professional development of our future geologists.

PADAYON CSUDGEOL! ⚒️🌏

𝗗𝗚𝗘𝗢𝗟 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗔𝗣:

Learning extended far beyond the classroom as thirty-five (35) incoming third-year BS Geology students of Caraga State University successfully completed their 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗜𝗜 (𝗚𝗘𝗢𝗟 𝟭𝟬𝟳) fieldwork from June 24–30, 2026, across the municipalities of Cagdianao, Dinagat, Basilisa, and San Jose, Dinagat Islands.

Accompanied by five (5) Department of Geology faculty members, four (4) BS Geology student interns, one (1) technical expert from the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB), and one (1) MGB intern, the students visited selected geological outcrops across the province where they carried out a variety of field activities.

The fieldwork immersed students in a wide range of geological activities, including lithologic and structural mapping, rock and mineral identification, stratigraphic logging, and field data interpretation. Working in diverse geological settings allowed them to strengthen their technical competencies while developing critical thinking, teamwork, problem-solving, and scientific communication skills essential to the practice of geology.

Beyond geological investigations, the students also took part in a tree-planting activity in partnership with the Provincial Government of Dinagat Islands, reinforcing the Department's commitment to environmental stewardship and the promotion of sustainable geoscience practices. The activity served as a reminder that geologists not only study the Earth but also play an active role in protecting and preserving its natural resources for future generations.

PADAYON CSU-DGEOL! 🌏⛏️

With deep sorrow, we remember one of our BS Geology students, Jasey Jay Yu.

The CSU Department of Geology extends its deepest condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. Jasey will be remembered for his kindness and dedication. His presence will be deeply missed.

May Jasey rest in peace.

𝑰𝒏 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑴𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑱𝒂𝒔𝒆𝒚 𝑱𝒂𝒚 𝒀𝒖

Today, we remember Jasey Jay Yu—not only as a dedicated geology student but as someone whose humility, kindness, and unwavering commitment to excellence inspired those around him.

His passion for learning, strong work ethic, and academic achievements reflected the determination with which he pursued his dreams. Beyond his accomplishments, Jasey will be remembered for his quiet leadership, dependable character, and the positive impact he made on his peers.

Though his journey ended too soon, his legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of his fellow geologists, friends, and the entire AGUS family.

Rest easy, Jasey Jay Yu.
𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒄𝒚 𝒍𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒏.

𝑳𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒂 𝒄𝒐𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒏𝒂, 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒐𝒈𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒐 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒏𝒆.

Our warmest congratulations to the 𝟐𝟔 𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒅𝒖𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔 of the Caraga State University Bachelor of Science in Geology program. As the 𝟑𝒓𝒅 𝑩𝒂𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝒐𝒇 𝑩𝑺 𝑮𝒆𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒚 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒅𝒖𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒔, your success is a testament to your dedication, resilience, and hard work throughout your academic journey.

To 𝑪𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒔 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒊 and 𝑩𝒂𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝑪𝒐𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒏𝒂 2026, you have exemplified excellence and determination in every challenge you faced. As you step into the next phase of your journey, may you continue to uphold the values of 𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑼𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 and use your knowledge to make meaningful contributions to the field of geology and beyond.

𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑮𝑹𝑨𝑻𝑼𝑳𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑺, 𝑩𝑨𝑻𝑪𝑯 𝑪𝑶𝑸𝑼𝑰𝑵𝑨 2026!
𝑪𝑳𝑨𝑺𝑺 𝑴𝑨𝑵𝑨𝑾𝑨𝑹𝑰 2026

Happy na, Birthday mo pa!

Wishing our esteemed and dedicated faculty member and former chairperson of the Department of Geology, Sir Nichole Anthony D. Pacle, a happy happy happiest birthday!

Cheers to more years of growth, success, stamina, and a fruitful legacy! Stand Proud, Sir Niks!

Congratulations to our BS Geology graduate and CNC-SDMP scholar, 𝐑𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐨 𝐂. 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐉𝐫., on this well-deserved recognition!

𝐂𝐍𝐂-𝐒𝐃𝐌𝐏 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲

𝑬𝒙𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒃𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉 𝒅𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂 𝒑𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈.

Carrascal Nickel Corporation proudly recognizes 𝐑𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐨 𝐂. 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐫, 𝐉𝐫. 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 from Caraga State University – Main Campus, for earning a place on the 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐧'𝐬 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭 during his 4th Year.

As a beneficiary of the 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 (SDMP) Scholarship, Rogelio exemplifies the determination and academic excellence that CNC strives to support through its educational initiatives. His achievement serves as an inspiration to fellow scholars and a testament to the value of investing in education.

Congratulations, Rogelio! May you continue to excel in your academic journey and future career as a geologist.

Basta CNC SDMP Scholar, 𝗠𝗔𝗔𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗗, 𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗔𝗚 𝖺𝗍 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗔𝗞𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗞𝗔𝗦𝗔𝗡!

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The BS Geology program extends its sincerest congratulations to our 4th year students for their outstanding achievements at EaGERS 2026. The competition highlighted excellence in research, innovation, and scientific inquiry across various thematic areas.

Among the distinguished awardees were Jexther Louie P. Plata and John Danniel Marie Saraniana under the GDRR thematic area. Guided by their adviser, Ms. Yvonne T. Olayvar, and co- adviser Mr. John Dale B. Dianala, their research was recognized with the Best Thesis Award, Best Paper Award , and Best Presenter award, earning them a place in the finals. Their exceptional performance in the finals culminated in being named the Overall 1st Runner-Up and receiving the Best Paper Award.

Also under the GDRR thematic area, Mr. Jhon Rey A. Dela Cruz and Renz Kian A. Caballero, under the guidance of their adviser, Mr. Nichole Anthony D. Pacle, and co-adviser, Mr. Loyd John M. Gonzales, were honored with the Best Poster Award.

Representing the ENRES thematic area, Matt Andrew Graban and Jasey Jay C. Yu, under the guidance of Ms. Shaira E. Balidoy and Mr. Nichole Anthony D. Pacle, were awarded Best Thesis Award and Best Presenter Award, advancing to the finals and demonstrating the quality and relevance of their research. Likewise, Gissele Jane M. Dayanan and Iver Jay L. Yana, advised by Ms. Shaira E. Balidoy, and co-adviser by Mr. Nichole Anthony D. Pacle were honored with the Best Paper Award for their noteworthy contribution to the field under the same thematic area.

These accomplishments reflect the dedication, perseverance, and scholarly excellence of our students, as well as the invaluable mentorship and support of their advisers. The BS Geology community takes immense pride in these achievements and commends all those involved for bringing honor and distinction to the program and the institution.

Huge Congratulations to all the awardees, finalists, and advisers on this remarkable achievement. May these successes continue to inspire excellence in research and academic pursuits.