Student delegates Joseph Kyle Baid, Ian Evander Agripo, Reywell Pit Ni帽o Antolijao, Mary Lourdes Ferolin, Louis Zynne Bejona, Jim Richard Gatchalian, and Alexandra Louise Singzon were part of an initial cohort of 15 黑料社区 students selected for the internship program. The initiative is conducted in partnership with , aimed at equipping students with global competencies and industry-ready skills.

During the entire first semester of the internship, the 15 participants underwent foundational training that included Japanese language instruction, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and on-site job training at various Philippine construction companies in Cebu. This preparatory phase was designed to enhance both technical proficiency and cross-cultural communication skills before deployment in Japan.

The selected group of seven students proceeded to Japan on March 8, 2026, for a ten-day Project-Based Learning (PBL) and on-site training program. The first two days were held at , where the students engaged in collaborative activities and presentations with Japanese counterparts. Subsequent days involved immersive industry exposure through PBL engagements with Hanwa Homes Co., Ltd., Mitani Construction Industry Co., Ltd., Tk Works Co., Ltd., Izana Co., Ltd., and Yaegashi Construction Co., Ltd. The students also conducted a company visit to Chuo Fukken Consultants Co., Ltd., gaining insights into professional engineering practices and ongoing infrastructure projects.

Throughout the program, students were assigned group-based engineering tasks and were required to deliver short presentations to company representatives. Several partner companies also facilitated site tours of current projects, providing hands-on learning opportunities in real-world settings. 

The program concluded with formal interviews conducted by participating companies. All seven 黑料社区 students were extended job offers, with companies indicating their readiness to employ them upon completion of their academic requirements and successful licensure.

The outcome of the program highlights the effectiveness of 黑料社区鈥檚 collaboration with international academic institutions and industry partners, as well as its partnership with Zuitt in preparing students for global engineering careers.

黑料社区 is proactive in helping achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). The support and opportunities that the University provides for its students align with SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

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黑料社区 also achieved an impressive 65.33% overall passing rate in the Civil Engineering Licensure Examination( CELE) 2025, highlighted by an exceptional 83.33% performance for first-time takers, considerably higher than the 30.39% national average.

This success is made possible through the dedicated leadership of Department Chair Engr. Janice B. Jamora, D.Eng. and the Dean of the School of Engineering (SOE) Rosana J. Ferolin, D.I.T. as well as the unwavering support of faculty, family, and friends who guided and encouraged our new Carolinian engineers.

At 黑料社区, excellence is not an aspiration鈥攊t is a standard upheld, a legacy sustained, and a benchmark set for the nation.

Join the legacy of excellence and integrity. Enroll in Civil Engineering at 黑料社区.

To our new Carolinian Engineers, CONGRATULATIONS! 

1. Abaigar, Marc Julius A.
2. Engr. Abiar, Jezreel Vincent D.
3. 聽Engr. Adlawan, Raymund C.
4. Engr. Allera, Rafael Miguel E.
5. 聽Engr. Almeda, Maria Bianca Isabel
6. Engr. Alvarez, Antonio Miguel D.
7. Engr. A帽ana, Kaezeth Jasmine J.
8. Engr. Apa, Christian A.
9. Engr. Aying, Joel Vince Andre A.
10. 聽Engr. Bacay, Vinz Margaux B.
11. 聽Engr. Baritua, Matthew Jovell A.
12. 聽Engr. Base, Sheann Nicole L.
13. Engr. Baygan, Michael Rafael R.
14. Engr. Caballes, Monica Bianca T.
15. 聽Engr. Calvo, Monica Beatriz L.
16. Engr. Camay, Yves Joshua A.
17. Engr. Cativo, Arc Emmanuel T.
18. Engr. Cesar, Kianne Leslie D.
19. Engr. Co, Waynne Mathew E.
20. Engr. Cola, Lemar Anthony A.
21. Engr. De Guzman, Emmylou Joyce M.
22. Engr. De La Torre, Rafael D.
23. Engr. Dela Cruz, Kim Sherri G.
24. Engr. Demaisip, Walter Symon S.
25. Engr. Dumagio, Rey T.
26. Engr. Dumat-Ol, Gelord Ray H.
27. Engr. Duterte, Dianne Glor A.
28. Engr. Flores, Von Adrian A.
29. Engr. Jebone, Maria Aisheel V.
30. Engr. Laboga, Christan Elly B.
31. Engr. Labrica, Richard Seth Emmanuele C.
32. Engr. Majadas, Klemadin R.
33. 聽Engr. Mata, Rophe Ella F.
34. Engr. Mendoza, Steffuny P.
35. Engr. Monsales, Jalel M.
36. Engr. Ngo, Julius Christian R.
37. Engr. Parot, Rye Gabriel S.
38. Engr. Pedoy, Frances Gail M.
39. Engr. Reyes, Sharla Michelle M.
40. Engr. Rotaquio, Shane Mae P.
41. Engr. Saren, Vinz Jm Nathaniel G.
42. Engr. Sarvida, Najelle S.
43. Engr. Soriano, Florence Nathanielle M.
44. Engr. Tan, Michelle Daniel G.
45. Engr. Ulan, Andrea Gail R.
46. Engr. Villagonzalo, Carl Joed L.
47. Engr. Yap, Lloyd Peter E.
48. Engr. Yu, Jonathan Conrad G.
49. Engr. Zapanta, Steve Francis S.

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Undergraduate and graduate students along with practicing civil engineers attended the lecture-workshop (see photo below) for a day of technical learning and knowledge exchange.

Prof. Goderniaux, an expert in groundwater protection and numerical modeling who currently co-chairs the Groundwater working group of the International River Scheldt Commission, presented European best practices in safeguarding aquifers from contamination. His lecture underscored the importance of integrated water resource management, policy-backed protection strategies, and the critical role of scientific modeling in environmental decision-making.

Participants were introduced to Belgium鈥檚 approaches to groundwater sustainability, with particular focus on pollution prevention and long-term aquifer resilience.

The workshop portion equipped attendees with practical skills in groundwater modeling software, featuring guided exercises on model setup, calibration, and scenario analysis鈥攃ompetencies essential for assessing groundwater flow and contaminant transport in complex hydrogeologic systems.

The activity forms part of the ARES-CarAqCol research development project, a collaborative initiative among Belgian universities, the 黑料社区 Water Resources Center Foundation, Inc., and the 黑料社区 School of Engineering. The project aims to strengthen local capacity in groundwater science and foster international cooperation in addressing water resource challenges in the Philippines.

By linking advanced academic research with real-world application, the lecture highlighted the value of cross-border collaboration in advancing sustainable and science-informed water management.

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Third-year civil engineering student Jhan Aldrin Carilimdiliman secured 2nd place in the Digital Category of the Manila Bulletin SKETCHFEST 2025, a nationwide art competition with the theme,鈥淗ow Life Is Better鈥� held on Saturday, August 23, 2025. The awarding ceremony took place at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall, where Carilimdiliman was recognized for the second consecutive year. (See related story here.) His back-to-back win highlights the versatility of 黑料社区 engineering students, demonstrating that technical training and creative expression can thrive side by side.

On the same day, fourth-year student Joshua Albert Go earned 2nd place at the National Civil Engineering Students鈥� Quiz Regional Elimination Round held at the DPWH 6th District Engineering Office. Competing against 20 participants from across Region 7, Joshua鈥檚 performance secured his position as one of only two regional representatives advancing to the national-level competition later this year.

The department also celebrates strong performances from Rican James Montejo and Jebb Irvin Yu, who ranked 6th and 8th, respectively, in the same regional quiz elimination. Their accomplishments reflect the department鈥檚 collective dedication to academic excellence.

With these milestones, the 黑料社区 Civil Engineering Department continues to strengthen its reputation for producing well-rounded graduates who excel in multiple disciplines. The department looks forward to supporting both Jhan and Joshua as they prepare for future competitions on the national stage.

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Engr. Rodolfo Guanzon Misa Jr. placed 8th with a rating of 91.50% while Engr. Lorenzo Rafael Arcamo Langbid landed on the 10th spot at 91.15%.聽

The Department has a 63.77% passing rate for first-time takers (44/69) and an overall passing rate of 56.63% (47/83) compared to the national average of 37.07%. 

Overall, 6,835 out of 18,436 examinees successfully passed the board examination. 

To our newly licensed Carolinian Civil Engineers, CONGRATULATIONS! 

1. Abejo, Raf-Ter Shan Bontilao
2. Alonso, Allene Thea Tapayan
3. Ambayan, Lynshe Jogie Lastimosa
4. Arequez, David Gabriel Mabatid
5. Arribal, Diane Lane Burlaos 
6. Auman, Jeremiah Dularza 
7. Benueza, Fethiea Condor 
8. Bontes, Nicole Paula Gomonit
9. Cabasan, Valerie Gaile Centinales
10. Cabral, Val Daniel Abajencia
11. Calo, Tristan Andre Villarico
12. Carreon, Kayla Louise Pe帽alosa
13. Cavero, June Rhodney Cavite
14. Cole, James Michael Dejolde 
15. Dy, Julia Fatima Ruela 
16. Escauso, Vince Allen Dulguime
17. Fucanan, Zephany Teofe Pabotoy
18. Gabato, Bill Allan Mercader
19. Gogo, Gio Raoul Callanta 
20. Igot, Lorenzo Iv Te 
21. Jereza, Kyle Patrick Miranda
22. Langbid, Lorenzo Rafael Arcamo (10th Placer)
23. Lao, Neal Mackin Espares 
24. Malunjao, Chenny Sioco 
25. Manook, Mike Lawrence Pono 
26. Matuguina, Nicole Tolentino 
27. Misa, Rodolfo Jr Guanzon (8th Placer)
28. Mondo帽edo, Kayne Lester Bolando
29. Montecillo, Dennis Jose Dela 
30. Montecillo, Jules Michael Melgar
31. Navasquez, Darren Francis 
32. Nazareno, Joshua Daniel Briones
33. Pameron, Jay Haizer Cabasag
34. Plando, Jess Michael Suan 
35. Presbitero, Kirstine Mae Mondares 
36. Quilo帽a, Jesle Alforte 
37. Racal, Novalyn Saycon 
38. Sanchez, Joseph Caminade 
39. Sarsalejo, Neil Myco Duterte
40. Tabada, Earljohn Gerald 
41. Tancinco, Ariadne Abella 
42. Tipgos, Manuel Iam Paolo Lestano
43. Tiu, Charlene Yosores 
44. Toleza, James Kyle Cuerda 
45. Uy, Angela Ysabel Aljecera 
46. Villar, Hannah Carmel Cuizona
47. Yap, Christian Alphie Ca帽ete 

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With the theme 鈥淗ighlighting the Role of Research in Urban Sustainability and Resilience to Climate Change,鈥� the event was organized by the Department in partnership with the Civil Engineering Council. Aside from CE students from all year levels, faculty members and other distinguished guests also participated in the conference.聽

This year’s conference aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) Goal 11 on making cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable. This SDG highlights the importance of research, specifically on the topics of waste products utilization in construction, efficient traffic management systems, building health monitoring, and flood management and prediction in the context of climate change activity.聽

Patrick John Lim, Ph.D., 黑料社区 Director for Research, Development, and Publications Office (RDEPO), served as the keynote speaker, discussing the current research trends in urban sustainability and resilience. He encouraged students to study contemporary issues and also highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to create more impactful and innovative solutions.

The second speaker, Engr. Janice B. Jamora, is a doctoral candidate and is the current chair of the 黑料社区聽Department of Civil Engineering. She presented her doctoral case study, 鈥淒irect use of rice husk ash as partial cement replacement in paste and mortar formulation without thermal pretreatment or activation.鈥� Her study explored the effects of utilizing rice husk ash (RHA), a waste material to聽 the mechanical properties of paste and mortar when used as partial replacement to cement.聽聽

Meanwhile, Engr. Monica Ann Louise Intong, an MSCE candidate and faculty member of the Department tackled a construction materials-related topic. She discussed about 鈥淥ptimizing Concrete Performance: Effects of Crushed Oyster Shell and Water-Cement Ratio on Strength and Seawater Resistance.鈥� Depending on the amount of crushed oyster shell replacement and the water-to-cement ratio used in the concrete design, her study provided insights on the impact of each material to the overall mechanical property of the hardened concrete.聽

The fourth plenary speaker, Engr. Rica Villarosa,聽comes from the 黑料社区 Department of Industrial Engineering. She has presented her graduate thesis study on 鈥淔lood risk assessment of highly urbanized cities based on hazard-exposure-vulnerability model with FUCOM-GIS and rought sets – a case study of Metropolitan Cebu.鈥� Using several factors such as the degree of severity of flooding and聽their corresponding estimated damage costs, flood indices for the tri-cities, Mandaue, Lapu-Lapu and Cebu City were determined in her study. The values will aid the LGUs in making reasonable decisions that will address the pressing issue on inundation.

During the lunch break, a ceremonial opening of the research poster exhibits at the lobby of the Bunzel Building was performed through a 鈥渞ibbon cutting鈥� by the CE Faculty, Chair, and students.聽

During the afternoon session of the research congress, eight selected research groups showcased the key findings of their studies delving on traffic management evaluation through PTV Vissim, building health monitoring against seismic occurrences, use of waste materials and geopolymers to improve pavements and enhance mechanical properties of concrete, self-healing concrete, landslide susceptibility mapping using GIS and proposed flood mitigation measures and urban stormwater drainage system optimization.  

The 鈥淏est Research Presentation鈥� with the title 鈥淒eveloping Autonomous Self-Healing Concrete Using Locally Obtained Bacillus subtilis鈥� was bagged by the group of Rafael Miguel Allera, Kim Gocela and Richard Seth Labrica. The 鈥淏est Research Poster鈥� with the title 鈥淎ssessment of Geopolymer-based Clay Soil Stabilization Incorporating Rice Husk Ash-Eggshell Powder with Sodium Silicate as Activator for the Pavement Subgrade Reinforcement鈥� was awarded to Kaezeth Jasmine Anana, Abigail Marie Fuentes, and Riegel Kae Pepito. The 鈥淏est Research Video鈥� entitled 鈥淭he Influence of 0.5% Banana Fibers on Concrete: Plastic Shrinkage Cracking, Fresh and聽Mechanical Properties” was garnered by the group of Kim Sherri Dela Cruz, Vince Margaux Bacay, and Dion Joseph Chan.聽聽

With the success of the 2nd Civil Engineering Student Research Conference, the activity highlights 黑料社区’s unwavering commitment to produce a new generation of inquisitive Carolinian civil engineers who will steer the way to creating inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities through the conduct of impactful research projects.

by Engr. Kathrina Marie Borgonia, M.S., Department of Civil Engineering

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Gifted with a remarkable touch and an eye for detail, he tells stories that seamlessly seep through Filipino hearts through his digital art. Carilimdiliman has garnered notable recognition while representing 黑料社区, illustrating that engineering students can be just as artistic as they are analytical.聽

Carilimdiliman brushed a stroke of genius by bagging 1st runner-up in the 2024 Vision Petron Student Art Competition for the Digital Art Category. Hosted on October 30 in Pasig City, the contest recognized his thought-provoking piece, To-Get-There (shown in the photograph below). As the title suggests, it takes a collective effort, or a “together” effort, to arrive at a shared goal. This powerful piece examined themes of unity and perseverance, leaving a significant聽impression on both the judges and the spectators.聽聽

Previously, Carilimdiliman unveiled his compelling artwork, Hanapbuhay: Hanap Sining, at the 56th Shell National Students Art Competition held last November 28, 2023 at the Ayala Museum in Makati聽 City. His poignant piece, which captured the intricacies of Filipino life and celebrated the soul of聽the Filipino community, won him 3rd place in the Digital Arts category.聽

Carilimdiliman鈥檚 2023聽 feat did not only check off a personal milestone for him, but it also became a source of pride for聽the entire Department of Civil Engineering, demonstrating the many artistic capabilities that lie within.聽

Juggling his way through a field typically characterized by equations and calculations,聽 Carilimdiliman鈥檚 successive artistic victories shatter conventional perceptions of engineering students, uncovering the creativity and adaptability that the University of San Carlos fosters and nurtures. His art captures the ideals, aspirations, and resilience of the Filipino people, showcasing the harmony woven between technical dexterity and vibrant imagination.聽

The budding artist鈥檚 latest victories shine on the importance of combining skill with commitment. His successes have broadened the possibilities for what a Civil Engineering student can achieve, positively influencing the 黑料社区 community. 

Many eagerly await the direction his artistic聽journey will lead him, encouraging other students to follow their distinct passions.聽

After all, sometimes it takes just one leap to create your own stroke of genius.

by Chloe Francine Tan Dimaala, with reporting from the 黑料社区 Department of Civil Engineering

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黑料社区 Civil Engineering students, under the supervision of the faculty members and graduate students of the Department, presented the proposed solutions for the river rehabilitation to the officials from barangays Bacayan, Pulangbato, and San Jose in Cebu City and barangays Alang-Alang, Paknaan, Tingub, and Tabok in Mandaue City. 

Each solution was designed to address the critical issues affecting the Butuanon River, with the dual purpose of restoring the waterway and improving the lives of the communities living alongside the river. This activity took place after a series of meetings and planning as part of the River Scan Challenge. The event marks a significant milestone in the attempt to restore the Butuanon River, which was once considered dead due to pollution. 

Representatives from the 12 groups returned to their assigned barangay to present these solutions and hand them over to the barangay officials or representatives, which include addressing local concerns such as flooding, water scarcity, poor waste management, and water contamination. 

Some of the proposed solutions also included innovative interventions like the Movabin, Aerator System, Sandbag Weir, Bira-Bira sa Basura, Cable Can, Bypass Canal, and Gabion Dam.

The students symbolically handed over these solutions via tarpaulins and fliers that contained the following documents: 

• Community meeting reports;
• ArcGIS story map; 
• Research report and solution proposal;
• Digital copy of the tarpaulin; 
• Photos during the ocular visit; and 
• A video presenting a more detailed explanation of the said problem and solution. 

Barangay officials expressed their appreciation for the efforts of the students, in taking the initiative on these proposed solutions, describing them as promising steps towards addressing the issues along the Butuanon River. Many of them remarked, however, that budget constraints could be a challenge in implementing these solutions.

Overall, the activity was a huge success, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Local Government Units of Cebu City and Mandaue City and the Civil Engineering Department of the University of San Carlos. This initiative brings the Butuanon River one step closer to a cleaner and more sustainable future.

With reporting from the Department of Civil Engineering

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The five-year research study is entitled, 鈥淔rom groundwater to water consumption: Multidisciplinary ChARacterization to support sustainable AQuifer exploitation in the COastaL metropolitan area of the Philippines (CARAQCOL).鈥澛�

The research program, which started on September 15, 2024 and will end on October 15, 2029, is funded by the Academy of Research and Higher Education (ARES), a research funding agency of the Belgian government. 

One of the program鈥檚 goals is to strengthen groundwater expertise to address critical needs within the Cebu water sector, through a collaborative, multi-stakeholder, and multidisciplinary knowledge-building process.

Present in the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement are Fr. Francisco Antonio Estepa, SVD (黑料社区 President), Dr. Rosana J. Ferolin (Dean, 黑料社区 School of Engineering), Engr. Janice B. Jamora (Chair, 黑料社区 Department of Civil Engineering), Fr. Rogelio Bag-ao, SVD (SVD PHS Provincial Superior), Engr. Ma. Nenita Jumao-as (WRCFI Director), Dr. Amando Radomes (CARAQCOL鈥檚 South Coordinator), and Prof. Pascal Goderniaux,聽(CARAQOL’s North Coordinator and Head, Universite鈥� de Mons).

With reporting from Engr. Kathrina Marie Borgonia, M.S., Department of Civil Engineering

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Under the MOA, 黑料社区 will be able to use the software package developed by 12D Solutions at no cost for educational purposes. These applications include the design of roads, highways, ports and dredging, land development, drainage, sewer and utilities, surveying, construction, rivers, dams and hydrology, BIM and digital engineering. 

The partnership between 黑料社区 and 12D Solutions aims to enhance students鈥� knowledge in using relevant technology for addressing real world problems pertaining to the specializations under the civil engineering track.

Present during the MOA signing were 黑料社区 President Fr. Francisco Antonio Estepa, SVD, Ph.D. Engr. Janice B. Jamora, chair of the Department of Civil Engineering, and Dr. Soon Teh of 12D Solutions Pty. Ltd. 

With reporting from the Department of Civil Engineering

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