The DOST-funded research project titled “Project 1. Evolution of the Luzon Arc: From Igneous to Sedimentary Processes” under the program “Growth of an Island Arc (GAIA): Tectonic Consequences and Human Impacts” conducted an Information, Education, Communication (IEC) campaign to the STEM senior high school students and faculty in Sagada National High School last May 3, 2024. This activity is in line with the project’s continuous commitment to give back to the community, and raise awareness in the geosciences and the better understanding of geologic processes that constantly affect communities.
Dr. Jillian Aira Gabo-Ratio discussing the ‘Career paths to pursue in the Geosciences’ (left photo) and Dr. Betchaida D. Payot on the ‘Geology of Sagada and Mountain Province’ (right photo).
The campaign was facilitated by Dr. Betchaida D. Payot (Professor/Program Leader) and Dr. Jillian Aira S. Gabo-Ratio (Associate Professor/Project Staff) together with the project personnel, Kenneth Jan F. Sangalang, Mariz L. Alcancia, and Mark Joshua C. Novero. Dr. Gabo-Ratio gave a lecture on the ‘Career paths to pursue in the Geosciences’ with the aim to spread awareness and information on the field of geosciences. Meanwhile, Dr. Payot discussed the project’s initial findings on the ‘Geology of Sagada and Mountain Province’. The highlight of the talk was the key geologic features and tourist spots observed in Sagada and its geologic history. Some questions and misconceptions on how Sagada and nearby areas were formed were also answered during the campaign. The activity capped off with a hands-on crash course on rock and mineral identification to teach students about common rock types, how to identify them, and how these rocks formed. The students and teachers expressed their appreciation on being introduced to geoscience concepts, especially on how these concepts are applied to their immediate environment.
Rock and mineral identification activity during the IEC campaign.
Photo of the GAIA Project 1 personnel with Sagada National High School STEM senior high school students and faculty.
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