Mindanao Association of Geodetic Engineering Students

25/03/2026

𝐆𝐄𝐎 𝐄𝐍𝐆'𝐆 𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍 𝐎𝐔𝐓: 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟐

"𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐫: 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬"

Ever wonder where all our maps actually begin? Let's dive into the reference points that keep our country's infrastructure grounded!

NO DATUM, NO MAP!
Every single map, survey, and GPS coordinate needs a starting point. That's the Datum—the essential reference frame defining the origin, orientation, and scale of our coordinate system. It gives us both our horizontal (latitude/longitude) and vertical (elevation) references.

THE HEART OF THE PHILIPPINES
Where is the exact geodetic center of our country? Look no further than Marinduque Island! The famous Balanacan Station is the defining initial point where our nation's spatial identity was literally set in stone.

THE 1911 LEGACY
For decades, the Luzon Datum of 1911 and its geometric base, the Clarke Spheroid of 1866, shaped our maps. It marked the start of standardized, scientific surveying that built the physical infrastructure we rely on today.

GOING HIGH-TECH
Fast forward to modern times! The historical 1911 Datum evolved into the Philippine Reference System of 1992 (PRS92). We kept the exact same origin point in Marinduque, but upgraded our precision by re-measuring everything with advanced satellite technology.

Get your field notes ready—the GE Precision Point Challenge is coming for your brain cells next.

Stay tuned and watch out for our IG Stories!

16/03/2026

𝗚𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲? 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗖 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

Believe it or not, it’s been nearly a month since we wrapped up our three-day congress! While the memories are still fresh, we want to hear from you!

Whether you were a participant, an officer, or a volunteer, your voice is the primary coordinate we need to map out an even better experience for the future. It only takes a few minutes, but your impact will last until the next editions of MAGEC!

𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:
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Let’s keep building the future of Geodetic Engineering in Mindanao together! 🗺️

06/03/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐀 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠

Relive the history-making moments of the 1st Mindanao-Area Geodetic Engineering Congress (MAGEC 2026). From the technical challenges of TUKMA and INDIGIYA to the industry insights of MAGEC Talks, we’ve officially set the course for Mindanao's next generation of surveyors.

This wasn’t just a congress; it was a movement to unify the geospatial leaders of tomorrow. With over 300 delegates coming together from 4 different schools across the region, we’ve proven that the future of Geodetic Engineering in Mindanao is stronger than ever.

We came to learn, we stayed to compete, and we left as one unified Mindanao. See you at the next bearing!



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04/03/2026

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐚

The best part of MAGEC isn't just the learning—it’s the people. Part 2 of our Socials Night is all about letting loose and celebrating the bonds we’ve built over the past few days.

With the DJ on the decks and the drinks flowing, let’s toast to a future of innovation and even stronger friendships. Cheers to a legendary night! 🥂

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03/03/2026

Thank you so much University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines for the warm welcome!

The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines in Cagayan de Oro (USTP CDO) held the 1st Mindanao Area Geodetic Engineering Congress (MAGEC) 2026 on February 23 – 25, 2026, at the Dr. Ricardo E. Rotoras (DRER) Memorial Hall, USTP CDO. The MAGEC 2026 marked a historic milestone for the Geodetic Engineering community in the region.

27/02/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

As MAGEC 2026 comes to a close, we gather for Higalaay—a night dedicated to the friendships and collaborations that make our community strong.

We’re kicking things off with words from words from Vergel Presillas and Edy Jason Tompong, followed by an evening of dinner, games, and awarding our E-Sports champions. Let’s end this year's convention on a high note!

27/02/2026

𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐂 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟑 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒

What a profound journey it has been! As the lights dim at the USTP Gym, we are filled with immense gratitude for the stories shared and the connections forged during the final day of MAGEC 2026. Beyond the schedules and sessions, today was a beautiful testament to the heart of the Geodetic Engineering community.

We are deeply moved by the wisdom imparted by our speakers Engr. Jillian Glaze A. Sapalleda, Engr. Junel O. Bermudez, Engr. Fernando B. Gurrea, and Engr. Mark Dave Plaza whose words didn't just teach us about careers, but inspired us to lead with purpose. Our gratitude also goes to our industry partners and to Rica Faye Obido and Engr. Denrazir Atara for guiding us through this historic conclusion.

To our awardees and every single participant: your energy is the soul of . We saw your grit in every competition and your passion in every handshake at the company fair. As we carry home our trophies, certificates, and new friendships, let us remember that the excellence we celebrated today is only the beginning of what we will achieve together. Thank you for making this convention a true landmark for Mindanao.

27/02/2026

25/02/2026

𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐂 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟮 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒

Day 2 of MAGEC 2026 was a thrilling display of skill and precision at the USTP Campus! The morning kicked off with high-stakes competitions, including the INDIGIYA Map Making, TUKMA Levelling and Total Station Set-up, and the BAHANDI Treasure Hunt. Following opening remarks by Maxille James Obsioma, the energy stayed high with the INDIGIYA Map Presentations and technical KAALAM sessions led by Engr. Arnaldo Gagula and Sir Samuel Alicante.