CSU - College of Engineering and Geosciences

✨ 𝑪𝑬𝑮𝑺 𝑪𝑳𝑨𝑺𝑺 𝑶𝑭 𝑴𝑨𝑵𝑨𝑾𝑨𝑹𝑰 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔✨

The College of Engineering and Geosciences proudly presents the Manawari Class of 2026 — a generation of trailblazers ready to carve their mark in the world.

This milestone is more than a culmination of years of study; it is a celebration of resilience, innovation, and the unwavering spirit of a true Vanguards. 🎓💫

Access the official list of graduating students by scanning the QR code provided — your gateway to witness the names of those who will soon carry the torch of excellence forward.

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🎓 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤, 𝐀 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 ✨

After years of hard work, sacrifices, and countless memories, the moment we've all been waiting for is finally here.

Join us for 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: Recognition of the Graduating Students, Ring Hop Ceremony, and Tribute to Parents as we celebrate the journey, honor our achievements, and express our heartfelt gratitude to those who stood by us every step of the way.

📅 June 13, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 CSU Main Campus Gymnasium

See you as we turn our dreams into milestones and our memories into legacies. 🎓✨

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | 𝟏𝐒𝐓 𝐂𝐄𝐆𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐄-𝐖𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐇𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

The 1st CEGS College-Wide Hard Hatting and Pinning Ceremony was successfully held on June 4, 2026 at the CSU Gymnasium, bringing together students, faculty members, university officials, parents, and industry partner in a meaningful celebration of academic achievement and professional readiness.

The ceremony marked a significant transition for our students as they formally received their hard hats and pins—symbols of their preparedness to enter the professional world through their On-the-Job Training and field immersion experiences. More than a rite of passage, the event served as a reminder of the responsibilities, ethics, and commitment expected of future engineers and geologists.

Congratulations to all students who received their hard hats and pins! May this achievement serve as a reminder of your responsibility to uphold professionalism, integrity, competence, and excellence as future engineers and geologists.

📸 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗘𝗚𝗦 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲-𝗪𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗛𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

𝘼 𝙈𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩, 𝙀𝙭𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨

The College of Engineering and Geosciences proudly presents the 1st CEGS College-Wide Hard Hatting and Pinning Ceremony on June 4, 2026 (Thursday), at 1:00 PM at the CSU Gymnasium.

This momentous occasion marks a significant transition in our students' academic journey as they prepare to embark on their On-the-Job Training (OJT). The hard hat symbolizes responsibility, safety, and dedication to the engineering and geosciences professions, while the pin serves as a badge of honor representing the knowledge, skills, and values they have cultivated throughout their academic years.

As we celebrate this important milestone, let us recognize the hard work, perseverance, and determination of our future engineers and geologists who are now one step closer to becoming industry-ready professionals.

Join us as we honor their achievements and formally send them forth to gain meaningful industry experience and continue their pursuit of excellence.

One College. One Ceremony. One Milestone.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 to the 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗦 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗘 of 𝗘𝗚𝗲𝗔𝗥𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

The College proudly congratulates Mr. Elejune Ace B. Epanes of the Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering for emerging as the Best Thesis Awardee during the Engineering and Geosciences Annual Research Summit (EGeARS) 2026 under Hinang Days 2026.

Research Title:
“𝑫𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑫𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒑𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒐𝒕𝒚𝒑𝒆 𝑬𝒅𝒈𝒆 𝑨𝑰-𝑩𝒂𝒔𝒆𝒅 𝑭𝒂𝒖𝒍𝒕 𝑫𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑺𝒚𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒎 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑽𝒊𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑫𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑴𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒐𝒅𝒂𝒍 𝑺𝒆𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑯𝒚𝒃𝒓𝒊𝒅 𝑬𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒚 𝑯𝒂𝒓𝒗𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈”

The study was presented under the SIBES (Smart Infrastructure and Built Environment Systems) Thematic Area and stood out among seven outstanding research presentations, ultimately earning the top recognition for its innovation, technical excellence, and research impact.

This remarkable achievement reflects not only academic excellence but also dedication, perseverance, and passion for advancing technology-driven solutions in engineering and geosciences.

Special recognition is also given to the advisers:
Engr. Lovely Mae D. Balamad
Engr. Alfred Dennis B. Balamad

Once again, congratulations on this well-deserved achievement! May this success continue to inspire innovation, excellence, and meaningful contributions to the field of engineering and geosciences.

This event would not be possible without the invaluable support of our sponsors and partners. We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generosity and commitment to empowering student researchers, fostering innovation, and advancing excellence in engineering and geosciences.

Diamond Sponsor:
Megareview and Tutorial Center

Gold Sponsor:
Filminera Resources Corporation

Silver Sponsor:
Apex Mining Co., Inc.

Bronze Sponsors:
LAV CONSTRUCTION
Jul'z Gold Ore Mining
Manila Mining Corporation
Geodetic Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. - Region XIII
Philippine Society of Mines Alumni and Students Organization, Inc.

Minor Sponsors:
MORPH ECE Review Center - Cebu
Phil Alstron Mining Corp.
Taganito Mining Corp. - TMC
GraZzia's Food Services (GraZzia Mckin'z-Gimeno)
Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines - Caraga Chapter

𝙃𝘼𝙋𝙋𝙀𝙉𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝙉𝙊𝙒 | 2𝙣𝙙 𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙃𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝘿𝙖𝙮𝙨 2026

The excitement continues as the finalists from each thematic area take the stage for the Final Round of Oral Presentations during Hinang Days 2026!

Witness the brilliance, innovation, and hard work of our student researchers as they present their outstanding studies and compete for the Best Thesis Award.

The winners for the Poster Presentation will also be announced later.

Join us and support our presenters as they showcase research and ideas that inspire innovation and excellence.

📍 Venue: Auditorium, HERO Learning Commons, Caraga State University

This event would not be possible without the invaluable support of our sponsors and partners. We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generosity and commitment to empowering student researchers, fostering innovation, and advancing excellence in engineering and geosciences.

Diamond Sponsor:
Megareview and Tutorial Center

Gold Sponsor:
Filminera Resources Corporation

Silver Sponsor:
Apex Mining Co., Inc.

Bronze Sponsors:
LAV CONSTRUCTION
Jul'z Gold Ore Mining
Manila Mining Corporation
Geodetic Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. - Region XIII
Philippine Society of Mines Alumni and Students Organization, Inc.

Minor Sponsors:
MORPH ECE Review Center - Cebu
Phil Alstron Mining Corp.
Taganito Mining Corp. - TMC
GraZzia's Food Services (GraZzia Mckin'z-Gimeno)
Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines - Caraga Chapter

𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐀𝐂𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄. 𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐂𝐄𝐆𝐒.

As part of 𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐬 2026, the College of Engineering and Geosciences proudly unveiled the 𝐂𝐄𝐆𝐒 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐞 — a lasting tribute dedicated to honoring the outstanding topnotchers who brought pride, honor, and excellence to the College and to the University through their remarkable achievements in various licensure examinations.

More than a wall, this symbolizes perseverance, dedication, and academic excellence — inspiring every future engineer and geoscientist to dream bigger, work harder, and strive for greatness. Each name etched on the Wall of Fame represents the determination and commitment to excellence that continue to inspire the entire CEGS community.

The unveiling of the 𝐂𝐄𝐆𝐒 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐞 stands as a celebration of achievement and a reminder that excellence is not only attained but continuously nurtured within the halls of CEGS. May this milestone motivate future generations to carry forward the legacy of innovation, leadership, and professional excellence.

Congratulations to all our topnotchers! Your success continues to inspire the next generation of builders, innovators, and changemakers.

This event would not be possible without the invaluable support of our sponsors and partners. We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generosity and commitment to empowering student researchers, fostering innovation, and advancing excellence in engineering and geosciences.

Diamond Sponsor:
Megareview and Tutorial Center

Gold Sponsor:
Filminera Resources Corporation

Silver Sponsor:
Apex Mining Co., Inc.

Bronze Sponsors:
LAV CONSTRUCTION
Jul'z Gold Ore Mining
Manila Mining Corporation
Geodetic Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. - Region XIII
Philippine Society of Mines Alumni and Students Organization, Inc.

Minor Sponsors:
MORPH ECE Review Center - Cebu
Phil Alstron Mining Corp.
Taganito Mining Corp. - TMC
GraZzia's Food Services (GraZzia Mckin'z-Gimeno)
Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines - Caraga Chapter

𝘿𝙖𝙮 1 𝙤𝙛 𝙃𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝘿𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝘿𝙤𝙣𝙚!

Congratulations to the winners of the Oral Presentation across the seven thematic areas of EGeARS 2026! Your innovative research, dedication, and passion for engineering and geosciences truly stood out and inspired everyone present.

𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗦 (Automation, Mechanization, and Intelligent Systems)
“Design and Development of an AIoT Energy-Saving System with Weather Data Integration for Predictive Demand Response in Off-Grid Photovoltaic Systems”
Proponents: Ortiz, Keanu Dominic P. & Polangco, Jemel P.
Advisers: Engr. Lovely Mae D. Balamad & Engr. Alfred Dennis B. Balamad
Program: BSECE

𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧 (Energy, Agriculture, and Related Technologies)
“Assessing the Influence of Drying Kinetics on the Physicochemical Properties of Sago (Metroxylon sagu Rottb.) Starch”
Proponents: Namalata, Janvic M. & Dela Peña, Andrea J.
Advisers: Engr. Neil Caesar M. Tado & Engr. May Rose B. Osoteo
Program: BSABE

𝗘𝗡𝗥𝗘𝗦 (Environment, Natural Resources, and Earth Systems)
“Redox Geochemistry and Peat Soil Characteristics Across Forest Types of Caimpugan Peatland, Agusan Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary: Implications for Carbon Sequestration”
Proponents: Graban, Matt Andrew & Yu, Jasey Jay C.
Advisers: Shaira E. Balidoy, Nichole Anthony D. Pacle, & Chandeuon Eng
Program: BSGeol

𝗚𝗗𝗥𝗥 (Governance, Disaster Risk, and Resilience)
“Liquefaction Potential Mapping in Butuan City, Philippines, from Multiple Seismic Sources Using Geotechnical Parameters and Ordinary Kriging”
Proponents: Plata, Jexther Louie P. & Saraniana, John Danniel Marie
Advisers: Yvonne T. Olayvar & John Dale B. Dianala
Program: BSGeol

𝗠𝗦𝗗𝗘𝗚 (Methods and Systems Development in Engineering and Geosciences)
“GIS-Based Earthquake-Induced Landslide Susceptibility Mapping Using Frequency Ratio and Road Vulnerability Assessment in Makilala, North Cotabato”
Proponents: Evardo, Stephanie Grace A. & Rafael, Jhon T.
Advisers: Engr. Marc Lin F. Abonales & Engr. Jay Melvin B. Segales
Program: BSCE

𝗦𝗜𝗕𝗘𝗦 (Smart Infrastructure and Built Environment Systems)
“Design and Development of Prototype Edge AI-Based Fault Detection System for Vibrating Devices Using Multimodal Sensing with Hybrid Energy Harvesting”
Proponent: Epanes, Elejune Ace B.
Advisers: Engr. Alfred Dennis B. Balamad & Engr. Lovely Mae D. Balamad
Program: BSECE

𝗦𝗠𝗧 (Sustainable Materials and Technologies)
“Assessment of the Effectiveness of Taro (Colocasia esculenta) Leaves Extract as a Natural Preservative for Pork Quality and Shelf Life Extension”
Proponents: Embalsado, Hazel Grace G. & Cu, Achilles N.
Adviser: Engr. Art M. Dalman
Program: BSABE

Who will be crowned this year’s 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗲?

Witness the Final Round tomorrow at 8:00 AM at the Auditorium, HERO Learning Commons, Caraga State University.

This event would not be possible without the invaluable support of our sponsors and partners. We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generosity and commitment to empowering student researchers, fostering innovation, and advancing excellence in engineering and geosciences.

Diamond Sponsor:
Megareview and Tutorial Center

Gold Sponsor:
Filminera Resources Corporation

Silver Sponsor:
Apex Mining Co., Inc.

Bronze Sponsors:
LAV CONSTRUCTION
Jul'z Gold Ore Mining
Manila Mining Corporation
Geodetic Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. - Region XIII
Philippine Society of Mines Alumni and Students Organization, Inc.

Minor Sponsors:
MORPH ECE Review Center - Cebu
Phil Alstron Mining Corp.
Taganito Mining Corp. - TMC
GraZzia's Food Services (GraZzia Mckin'z-Gimeno)
Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines - Caraga Chapter