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MSU-Gensan rebuilds after devastating June earthquake
Mindanao State University's General Santos City campus has completed repairs to two major structures severely damaged in June's magnitude 7.8 earthquake. Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon confirmed the rehabilitated buildings are now operational.
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GENERAL SANTOS CITY — Two critical buildings at Mindanao State University-General Santos City have been restored to full operation following extensive damage from a powerful earthquake in June, according to Public Works and Highways Secretary Vince Dizon.
Dizon inspected the Graduate School and Infirmary Building during a visit Monday, confirming that both structures—among the most severely affected on campus—have undergone comprehensive repairs. The magnitude 7.8 earthquake caused widespread damage across the region, with the university's facilities among the hardest hit.
The completion of repairs marks a significant milestone in the recovery effort, restoring essential services to the university community. The Graduate School and Infirmary Building provide critical academic and health services to the institution's students and staff.
The restoration project underscores ongoing efforts to rebuild infrastructure across Mindanao in the aftermath of the seismic event. Authorities have prioritized campus facilities given their importance to regional education and healthcare delivery.