RSU San Agustin - Marine Bio Department

We are pleased to announce that the Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology program has been officially granted a Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC) by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).

This significant milestone is evidenced by COPC No. 041 Series of 2025, dated November 24, 2025, confirming full compliance with RRPA No. 005 Series of 2023 dated December 6, 2023. The program also operates under the CHED-noted revised curriculum, effective School Year 2025-2026.

This achievement reflects our continued commitment to delivering high-quality, standards-compliant marine biology education that meets national regulatory requirements.

We extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation to the following for their steadfast leadership and support:

Prof. Merian P. Catajay-Mani, Ed.D., CESE – President
Dr. Emelyn R. Montoya – Vice President for Academic Affairs
Sarah Jane F. Fallaria – Director, Quality Assurance Office
Dr. Poly D. Banagan – Campus Director, RSU San Agustin Campus

Special thanks are also given to all faculty members and staff of the Marine Biology Department and RSU San Agustin Campus for their dedication and collective efforts in achieving this milestone.

🎉 Congratulations! 🎉

We are proud to celebrate Ms. Shanelee Vien B. Solano, our BS Marine Biology student, for successfully passing the Civil Service Professional Examination given last March 8, 2026! 🏅

From the oceans to greater service, your excellence continues to shine.

Well deserved!!! ✨

COASTAL VIBES CHECK in Odiongan

Level up ang field experience ng RSU San Agustin - Marine Bio Department sa isang hands-on Coastal Resource Assessment kasama ang LGU Odiongan! 💯

🔥 Focus natin? Mangroves 🌳 at Marine Macrophytes (aka seagrass & seaweeds) 🌿—super important for healthy oceans! 🌊🐠

Pinangunahan ang mangrove assessment ni Vinze Gado 🌳 habang si Jeniel A. Santos naman ang nag-lead sa seagrass assessment 🌿 kasama sina Xyrra Jeremiah C Mazo-Gonzalez at Cristina C. Macalisang 👏

Shoutout sa ating solid BS Marine Biology students na nagpakita ng galing at sipag sa field! 💪🌊
John Patrick Mangalili, Leandro Asumbrado, Michael Angelo Alfonso, Ronalyn De Juan Rosa, Leigh Abello, Aiza Fetalvero, Harvy Selosa , Regie Rondilla, Hannah Faith Medina, Earlrich Magpusao, at Jesly Ann M. Espinosa 🙌

Special Thanks to our University President Prof. Merian P. Catajay-Mani, Ed.D., CESE 💙 for supporting activities like this— dito nahuhubog ang future marine biologist! 🧠🌏

👀 Future marine biologists, this is your sign!
Kung gusto mo ng fieldwork, dagat vibes, at real impact sa environment 🌊🌿—BS Marine Biology na yan! 🚀

🌊✨

𝗥𝗦𝗨 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗠𝗢 𝗡𝗼. 𝟭𝟭𝟳, 𝘀. 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲(𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆)

In light of CHED Memo No. 117, Series of 2026 and the ongoing national energy emergency, the RSU Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Services is evaluating our implementation of flexible learning modality. Students' feedback on the current 4-day onsite schedule and a potential shift to 100% online classes is vital to support the administration's decision-making and to ensure student welfare and academic success.

All students of Romblon State University are hereby advised to accomplish this survey.

𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸: https://forms.gle/ykubzPtbKwhZLK338

🌊🔬 Project 2: Biological Assessment of Sibuyan Stock : Insights on Population Dynamics and Reproduction for Sustainable Fisheries through Dr. Karen A. Villarta-Lane as Project Leader is officially commenced with a 🐟📊 Comprehensive Market Survey to identify priority landing sites and key pelagic fish species for monitoring.

This baseline initiative supports a one-year scientific assessment of population dynamics and reproductive biology, generating robust data for sustainable fisheries management in the Sibuyan Sea.

📈 The study aims to deliver science-based policy recommendations for Local Government Units (LGUs)—strengthening fisheries governance, conservation strategies, and long-term food security.

🤝 This collaborative research is led by University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV), Visayas State University (VSU), and Romblon State University (RSU), with funding support from Department of Science and Technology (DOST).

🌱 We encourage aspiring marine biology and fisheries students to pursue field-based, interdisciplinary research that connects science, policy, and sustainable ocean stewardship.

Salamat po sa RSU-REDi (VP Fetalvero, Dir. Blancia, and Ms. Gallos) and Romblon State University - Office of the President Prof. Dr. Merian P. Catajay-Mani for the strong and continual support for this initiative!