BukSU Alubijid Participates in Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill

Bukidnon State University-Alubijid Campus participated in the first quarter 2025 Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) on March 13, 2025 in consonance with the government’s initiative to intensify disaster preparedness.

The NSED is implemented quarterly to evaluate and enhance the emergency preparedness and response capabilities of communities, institutions, and agencies in the event of an earthquake.

“BukSU Alubijid took this proactive measure as an essential step in lowering risks, reducing casualties, and reinforcing safety during actual seismic events,” Dr. Eric Matthew L. Sinerpida

Campus Head said.
When the alarm sounded, Smart workforce of Alubijid, along with the students were prompted to carefully execute the “duck, cover, and hold” (DCH) method for one minute before moving to their designated evacuation areas. Every classroom is equipped with designated team leaders tasked with guiding their fellow students.

BukSU Alert Officers took charge of monitoring campus facilities to ensure no one is left inside the classrooms and offices. Additionally, the team examined the facilities for any signs of structural cracks.

“As the campus participates in this quarterly earthquake drill, it serves as an ongoing demonstration of its steadfast commitment to safety and disaster preparedness,” Dr. Sinerpida added.

BukSU Alubijid, along with the 15 satellites campuses participated the NSED. (With report fromm Arzel T. Villalon, BukSU Alubijid student writer)