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1 SOCIETY OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGISTS, INC Shaffer Parkway Littleton, CO USA Tel: Fax: Student Chapter Annual Report Form This form is used to report on Student Chapter activities over the previous year. The report provides a useful medium to document the status and progress of individual chapters. Annual Reports are used to evaluate applications for SEG support and to keep information up-to-date on the SEG website. Please provide a summary of chapter activities in a concise form as suggested below. Description of programs may be supported by a limited number of photographs and figures in a format appropriate for publishing on our website. Submission Deadline: September 30th Submit to: studentprograms@segweb.org Month/Year Reported: From (mm/yyyy) September 2016 To (mm/yyyy) September 2017 Chapter Name: Philippine Association of Geology Students-Society of Economic Geologists Student Chapter Rm. 110 (1F East Wing), National Institute of Geological Sciences, College of Science, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City 1101 Chapter Mailing Address: Chapter pags.segsc@gmail.com Chapter Website: Chapter Facebook: Chapter Executive Committee (in office during the time frame captured on this report) (type Vacant if position not filled): President: David Paul B. Mendoza dpbmendoza@gmail.com Name Vice President: Paul Albert Frederick P. Castillo pafcastillo@gmail.com Name Secretary: Karla May F. Sayen ksayen@yahoo.com Name Treasurer: Raphael Jose C. Martinez rjcmartinez26@gmail.com Name Chapter Academic Sponsor (SEG Fellow membership in good standing): Carla B. Dimalanta, D. Sc. cbdimalanta@nigs.upd.edu.ph (+632) loc Name Phone Rm. 110 (1F East Wing), National Institute of Geological Sciences, College of Science, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City 1101 Address Fax Chapter Industry Sponsor (SEG Fellow membership in good standing and not affiliated with the student chapter s institution): Graciano P. Yumul Jr., Ph. D. csrwg2@gmail.com (+632) Name Phone 3304B West Tower, PSE Centre, Exchange Road, Ortigas Center, Pasig City, Philippines (+632) Address Fax Sponsoring Institution or Company (name): Attach: 1. a list of names of all Student Chapter members (please indicate by * if SEG Student Member). 2. complete Student Chapter Membership Information form with the current Executive Committee listed on page 1. On a separate page(s) provide a summary of student chapter annual activities: 1. Regular meetings, lectures 2. Field trips (dates, area visited, field trip leaders, number of participants, sponsors, benefits for students). Note: this is not the place for a detailed field trip report that is required from a chapter who has received funding from the Stewart R. Wallace Fund. 3. If your chapter received funding from the Stewart R. Wallace Fund, please submit a separate actual 4. Organization of conferences, workshops, short courses (theme, number of participants, benefits for students) 5. Participation in conferences, workshops, short courses (theme, number of participants from the chapter, benefits for students) 6. Fund-raising programs 7. Other programs accounting of how chapter funds were spent/used. 8. Future plans Aug2015VS

Philippine Association of Geology Students Society of Economic Geologists Student Chapter Annual Report Student Chapter Activities Regular Meetings The Philippine

second Wednesday of the month either at Adamson University, Mapua University, or University of the Philippines - National Institute of Geological Sciences.

income-generating projects, fieldworks, mine tours, as well as events which will be conducted in partnership with the affiliated student organizations.

2 Philippine Association of Geology Students Society of Economic Geologists Student Chapter Annual Report Student Chapter Activities Regular Meetings The Philippine Association of Geology Students Society of Economic Geologists Student Chapter (PAGS-SEGSC), SEG s student chapter in the Philippines conducts its regular meetings every second Wednesday of the month either at Adamson University, Mapua University, or University of the Philippines - National Institute of Geological Sciences. During these meetings, the executive body of the student chapter discusses the activities which will be conducted throughout the term such as seminars and lectures, income-generating projects, fieldworks, mine tours, as well as events which will be conducted in partnership with the affiliated student organizations. The newly-elected officers taking their oaths during one of the regular meetings of the student chapter. From left to right: David Paul Mendoza, Paul Albert Frederick Castillo, Raphael Jose Martinez and Karla May Sayen.

2016 Philippine Mine Safety and Environment Association- Student Congress (PMSEA-SC) The PAGS-SEGSC student members joined the 2016 Philippine Mine Safety and Environment Association (PMSEA) Student

On the morning session of the second day of the congress, the students presented their research studies at the Easter College Gym in Baguio City.

3 2016 Philippine Mine Safety and Environment Association- Student Congress (PMSEA-SC) The PAGS-SEGSC student members joined the 2016 Philippine Mine Safety and Environment Association (PMSEA) Student Congress last November 15-18, 2016 in Baguio City. The four-day event commenced with a tree-planting activity held in the province of Pangasinan. On the morning session of the second day of the congress, the students presented their research studies at the Easter College Gym in Baguio City. The afternoon session s highlights included a talk from the keynote speaker, Dr. Fernando Sajona, and a prayer vigil by the delegates for the mining industry in the Philippines. A color run was held early in the morning of the third day followed by the Palarong Minero at the Burnham Park in Baguio City until afternoon. At the night of the third day, a Socials Party was held at the Easter College Gym. The student congress concluded with a Mineral Industry Parade attended by the members of the PMSEA and the delegates of the PMSEA-SC. (A) The current PAGS-SEGSC president (David Paul Mendoza) with his seedling during the PMSEA-SC Tree Planting Activity. (B) Student members of Mapua University during the Mineral Industry Parade at the PMSEA Congress.

PAGS-SEGSC Fieldwork Simultaneous with the PMSEA-SC s Palarong Minero, fieldwork was also organized by the PAGS-SEGSC on November 17, 2016, at the Kennon Road of Baguio City.

Among the notable stops of the fieldwork are the Pugo Formation which is characterized by basaltic and andesitic flows with minor sandstones and mudstones, the Bridal Veil Falls which shows a very

4 PAGS-SEGSC Fieldwork Simultaneous with the PMSEA-SC s Palarong Minero, fieldwork was also organized by the PAGS-SEGSC on November 17, 2016, at the Kennon Road of Baguio City. The fieldwork was attended by selected active PAGS-SEGSC members and was headed by Dr. Fernando Sajona, who is also a professor at the Mapua University. Among the notable stops of the fieldwork are the Pugo Formation which is characterized by basaltic and andesitic flows with minor sandstones and mudstones, the Bridal Veil Falls which shows a very good exposure of the bedded conglomerates of the Klondyke Formation, the Kennon Limestone and the Central Cordillera Diorite Complex. Dr. Fernando Sajona (last row, third from the left) with the PAGS-SEGSC members who joined the fieldwork at Kennon Road. Dr. Fernando Sajona (in blue) giving a lecture to the PAGS-SEGSC members along the Bued River near Kennon Road.

kalamidad: Geological Hazards and Natural Disasters-Prevention and Mitigation As part of the society s 2016 Geology Month, the PAGS-SEGSC and the Association of Geologist and Geological Engineers of

The seminar focused mainly on disaster geology, disaster preparedness and management, and disaster risk reduction in the Philippines.

5 kalamidad: Geological Hazards and Natural Disasters-Prevention and Mitigation As part of the society s 2016 Geology Month, the PAGS-SEGSC and the Association of Geologist and Geological Engineers of Mapua (AGGEM) hosted a seminar with the theme, kalamidad: Geological Hazards & Natural Disasters Prevention and Mitigation last November 24, 2016 at the Audio-Visual Room 2 of Mapua University. The seminar focused mainly on disaster geology, disaster preparedness and management, and disaster risk reduction in the Philippines. The main goal of this event is to raise awareness on disaster preparedness and to disseminate the proper disaster management plan among geology and non-geology students. The seminar also presented the different disaster preparedness plans for various natural hazards and to highlight disaster risk reduction in the Philippines. The speakers in this seminar included Mr. Rio Marasigan of the National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council and Mr. Raymond Patrick Maximo of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology. Awarding of the Certificates of Appreciation to Mr. Rio Marasigan (left picture center) and Mr. Raymond Patrick Maximo (right picture center) after sharing their expertise on the given field. Igneous Petrology, Petrography and Geochemistry Last February 6, 2017, Mr. Emmanuel Codillo, Geologist Licensure Exam (November 2016) Topnotcher, gave a lecture on Igneous Petrology, Petrography and Geochemistry to the PAGS-SEGSC Members held at the University of the Philippines - National Institute of Geological Sciences Multi-Purpose Room. The lecture focused on igneous petrogenesis, specifically on how igneous rocks form with different compositions and their modes of formation. The discussion began with General Geology topics which include the Earth, its layers, and composition, down to

the minerals, rocks and processes shaping the Earth. Macroscopic igneous rock textures were also explained and correlated with their implications on the rock s history and formation.

The discussion on Geochemistry focused on discussing the different variation diagrams related to igneous rocks and how these diagrams are helpful in determining the compositions of

6 the minerals, rocks and processes shaping the Earth. Macroscopic igneous rock textures were also explained and correlated with their implications on the rock s history and formation. The discussion on petrography was about the different textures of igneous rocks observed under the microscope and why such textures form. The discussion on Geochemistry focused on discussing the different variation diagrams related to igneous rocks and how these diagrams are helpful in determining the compositions of igneous rocks. Mr. Emmanuel Codillo discussed concepts on Igneous Petrology, Petrography and Geochemistry. The participants and members of the PAGS-SEGSC who attended the lecture of Mr. Emmanuel Codillo at the UP-NIGS Multi-Purpose Room.

7 PAGS-SEGSC officers with the guest lecturer, Mr. Emmanuel Codillo Hunt for Ore Deposits: Challenges and Opportunities for Environmental Sustainability Student chapter members participated in the international conference entitled, 2017 Hunt for Ore Deposits: Challenges and Opportunities for Environmental Sustainability at the Venus Parkview Hotel in Baguio City on June 29-30, The participants were given a chance to acquire more knowledge by listening to the presentations made on mineralization, economic valuation of mineral deposits, as well as phytoremediation techniques to address environmental concerns. Researches of some graduate and undergraduate student chapter members were also presented as oral and poster presentations during the conference.

for Ore Deposits: Challenges and Opportunities for Environmental Sustainability last June 29-30, 2017 in Baguio City.

8 Members of the PAGS-SEGSC with the organizing committee of the 2017 Hunt for Ore Deposits conference. Members of the SEG Student Chapter from Adamson University, Mapua University and University of the Philippines were among the participants in the 2017 Hunt for Ore Deposits: Challenges and Opportunities for Environmental Sustainability last June 29-30, 2017 in Baguio City. Included in the picture are (topmost, from left to right) Dr. Jillian Aira Gabo-Ratio, Dr. Betchaida Payot, Dr. Carla Dimalanta (Faculty Advisor), Dr. Keiko Hattori, Dr. Graciano Yumul Jr. (Industry Advisor), Dr. Jeffrey Hedenquist and Dr. Victor Maglambayan.

9 Itogon-Suyoc Resources, Inc. Mine Visit The student chapter members visited the Itogon-Suyoc Resources Inc. mine site in Sangilo, Itogon, Benguet. The discussion about the Sangilo epithermal gold deposit was led by Dr. Karlo Queaño, along with Dr. Eric Andal (Assistant Vice President for Operations and Geology, ISRI) and Mr. Arvin Trinidad (Geologist, ISRI). The group visited tunnels in ISRI to examine underground exposures of the Taka Barr vein. At the Level 0 Tunnel, the Taka Bar vein is composed of quartz and calcite with banded and crustiform texture and minor disseminated sulfides such as pyrite, chalcopyrite, sphalerite and galena. At Level 0 Raise 25 6th Floor, the quartz-calcite vein is bordered by argillized diorite. The vein has an attitude of N75 E, 60 SE. Manganese concentrations are also notable in this exposure. Aside from veins, the cross-cutting relationships of the different rock units and structures were also examined underground. After visiting the underground tunnels, the student chapter members were also given a tour of the mine s assay laboratory where the metal grade of the recovered ores are determined. A stop was also done at the mine s mill site where the students were provided an overview on how the collected ores are crushed, milled and processed for its gold content. After the ore blocks from the producing tunnels are turned to powder through multiple steps of crushing and milling, they will then be sent to a Carbon-in-Leach tank to liberate the gold. Members of the student chapter also visited the type locality of the Dalupirip Schist in Agno River, Itogon, Benguet after the mine visit at ISRI. The Dalupirip Schist is recognizable by its distinct greenschist facies metamorphism. Its protolith is believed to be the Pugo Formation. Its distribution is localized in a narrow zone near contacts with quartz diorite units especially in the Itogon Area.

Dr. Queaño (in blue) giving his preliminary

Queaño explaining the orientation and spatial

10 Dr. Queaño (in blue) giving his preliminary lecture about the role of the Balatoc Plug on the mineralization of the Acupan-Sangilo epithermal deposits. Dr. Queaño explaining the orientation and spatial relationship of the veins in the Sangilo deposit using 3D stack models.

Members of the SEG Student Chapter visited operating tunnels in the

(ISRI) to access the gold producing veins in the Sangilo epithermal

An underground exposure of the Takka Bar vein at Level 0 Raise 25

11 Members of the SEG Student Chapter visited operating tunnels in the mining tenement of Itogon- Suyoc Resources Inc. (ISRI) to access the gold producing veins in the Sangilo epithermal deposit. An underground exposure of the Takka Bar vein at Level 0 Raise 25 6th Floor which is bordered by argillized diorite host rocks. Manganese concentrations on the argillized diorite are also evident in this exposure.

Members of the SEG Student Chapter visited the type locality outcrop of the Dalupirip

12 Members of the SEG Student Chapter were shown how the metal assays of vein samples are done in the Assay Laboratory of the Itogon-Suyoc Resources Inc. Members of the SEG Student Chapter visited the type locality outcrop of the Dalupirip Schist in Itogon, Benguet with Dr. Karlo Queaño and Mr. Arvin Trinidad of the Itogon-Suyoc Resources Inc.

Yearly Lectures Faculty members of the Rushurgent Working Group (RWG) provided lectures during the Geology Board Review last August 27, 2017

As in the previous years, the lectures given during the review sessions were on Exploration Geophysics (Dr. Carla B.

The lectures were attended by sixty-one (61) geology graduates from the University of Southeastern Philippines (USeP). Dr.

13 Yearly Lectures Faculty members of the Rushurgent Working Group (RWG) provided lectures during the Geology Board Review last August 27, 2017 at the CAP Auditorium, Davao City. This review was organized by the Society of USeP Geologists (SUG) in partnership with the PAGS-SEGSC. As in the previous years, the lectures given during the review sessions were on Exploration Geophysics (Dr. Carla B. Dimalanta), Geomorphology (Dr. Noelynna T. Ramos), Geochemistry (Dr. Betchaida D. Payot), Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology (Dr. Betchaida D. Payot) and Economic Geology (Barbie Ross Villaplaza). The lectures were attended by sixty-one (61) geology graduates from the University of Southeastern Philippines (USeP). Dr. Carla Dimalanta, PAGS SEG Student Chapter Faculty Advisor, giving an overview on the exploration for ore deposits using geophysical methods.

14 A lecture on geomorphology was given by Dr. Noelynna Ramos. Dr. Betchaida Payot gave lectures on geochemistry and igneous and metamorphic petrology.

15 Ms. Barbie Ross Villaplaza giving her lecture on mineral deposits. Ad Astra: Planetary Geology and Space Science The Association of Geologists and Geological Engineers of Mapua University (AGGEM) in partnership with the Philippine Association of Geology Students Society of Economic Geologists Student Chapter (PAGS-SEGSC) conducted a seminar with a theme Ad Astra: Planetary Geology and Space Science last August 23, 2017 held at Mapua University. The speakers were Dr. Ernest Macalalad of Mapua University who shared his expertise in Astrophysics; Mr. Christopher Lu of Astronomical League of the Philippines who gave his audience a tour of the Solar System through his presentation; and Engr. Camilo Dacanay of the Philippine Astronomical Society who tackled the Anatomy of Geologic Activities and Climate.

16 PAGS-SEGSC Officers and AGGEM Officers with the three dynamic speakers. The speakers of Ad Astra: Planetary Geology and Space Science with their audience at Mapua University.

17 Financial Report Stewart R. Wallace Student Funding for the Itogon-Suyoc Resources, Inc. Mine Visit Particulars Cost (Php) Bus Fare (Manila-Baguio, 14 pax) 5, Van Rental (Baguio-Sangilo; 2 vans) 7, Van Rental (Baguio-Manila; 2 Vans) 13, Total 25, Future Plans The Philippine Association of Geology Students - Society of Economic Geologists Student Chapter will be conducting seminars on Exploration Geophysics and Economic Geology on the month of October and November. The student chapter is also eyeing for another mine visit before the year ends at the Oceana Gold in Didipio, Nueva Viscaya, Philippines for the active student members of the organization. PAGS-SEGSC might also go to Negros Oriental State University to conduct a lecture series for their graduating students taking up Geology in preparation for their forthcoming Geologists Licensure Exam.

SOCIETY OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGISTS, INC Shaffer Parkway Littleton, CO USA Tel: Fax:

SOCIETY OF ECONOMIC GEOLOGISTS, INC. 7811 Shaffer Parkway Littleton, CO 80127-3732 USA Tel: +1.720.981.7882 Fax: +1.720.981.7874 : studentprograms@segweb.org Student Chapter Annual Report Form This form