The Davao Reef

𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬| The college suspended all classes and work across all campuses of Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) today through the issuance of memorandum No. 055 S. of 2026.

This is in line with the recent earthquake that shook the Province of Davao del Norte and other parts of Mindanao earlier today. With this, an intensive structural integrity inspection will be conducted by the Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDANA) of the college.

As a precautionary measure, access to the campus is temporarily restricted until further notice.





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𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧

An estimated magnitude 7.8 earthquake jolted parts of Mindanao and neighboring areas at 7:37 AM today.

The epicenter was recorded 032 km S 04º W of Maasim (Sarangani). Tremors and continuous aftershocks were felt shortly after the initial impact.

For more information, visit the official Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) page. Stay safe, everyone.

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗴 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗦𝗚 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀

𝘣𝘺 𝘈𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘭 𝘎𝘢𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨

Outgoing Federal Student Government (FSG) President Rodney Jhon Gonzales issued a sharp call for more students to step forward and lead during his final State of the Student Government Address (SOSGA) at Pasidungog 2026: Honoring Leaders Across New Dimensions, held at the DNSC Gym, Thursday, June 4, 2026.

Gonzales delivered his warning regarding a sharp decline in campus civic participation before SUC President III, Dr. Joy M. Sorrosa, administered the simultaneous mass oath-taking of newly elected FSG, Local Student Government (LSG), and Program-Based Organization (PBO) officers.

He revealed that despite a successful transition to a federal system, a rising wave of student apathy left the majority of student government positions completely uncontested in the recent automated campus polls, with only two campus organizations seeing competitive races.

"The strength of student governance is not measured by the number of positions we create, but by the number of students willing to answer the call to serve," Gonzales stressed, urging the incoming executive batch and the general student body to reverse the trend. "If we remain indifferent to this growing concern, we risk raising a generation that speaks of leadership in theory and social media posts, but hesitates to practice it in reality."

Before administering the mass oath, Dr. Sorrosa commended the pioneering transition block and lauded Gonzales's administration for demonstrating genuine public service rather than personal ambition.

"Your leadership has been a testament to excellence. You implemented initiatives with courage and respect. Proving that true leaders do not seek attention, but earn it through service," Sorrosa stated.

Directly after the newly elected officers took their oaths, Dr. Sorrosa delivered her Words of Challenge, charging the incoming roster to remain grounded as public servants and maintain a strict balance between campus service and academic excellence.

"Remember, the administration stands with you, ready to guide and support you and nurture your vision so long as it serves the greater good of the student body. That's always our mantra," Sorrosa emphasized, reminding the leaders that the students remain the core priority of the institution. "You are not just officers of the student government. You are stewards of hope, bearers of values, and builders of a legacy that will outlast your time."

The ceremony concluded as the newly sworn-in leaders officially assumed their responsibilities to navigate the academic and administrative challenges of the upcoming school year.



Davao del Norte State College
DNSC - Federal Student Government
DNSC IC - Local Student Government
DNSC ILEGG - Local Student Government
DNSC ITED- Local Student Government
DNSC IAAS - Local Student Government

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𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦| 18 former Marines testified before a Senate panel on June 4, 2026, claiming they served as “bagmen” who transported P805 billion in alleged kickbacks from anomalous flood-control projects. The testimonies were based on affidavits the group had submitted to the Office of the Ombudsman.

The hearing was conducted by senators aligned with Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano despite newly appointed Senate Blue Ribbon Committee chairperson Sen. Erwin Tulfo’s announcement that the scheduled inquiry had been canceled and moved to June 8. Senator Pia Cayetano initially presided over the proceedings before turning them over to Sen. Rodante Marcoleta.




via Charmiel Dequiña

𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 | Student leaders from Davao del Norte State College united for a greener future during the first-ever Convergence of Student Organization Leaders, spearheaded by the Council of Student Organizations (DNSC-CSO).

The summit equipped campus leaders on sustainability and innovation on May 14 at the DNSC Gymnasium.

via Emmanuel Gerald Balura
Photos by Angel Gasing & Jan Mary Requina



Davao del Norte State College
DNSC - Federal Student Government
DNSC ITED- Local Student Government
DNSC ILEGG - Local Student Government
DNSC IC - Local Student Government
DNSC IAAS - Local Student Government