On December 8, 2016, St. Michael’s College of Iligan, Inc. (SMCII), through the Mother Ignacia Center for Social Responsibility (MICSR) in partnership with Graduating Students, conducted a Coastal Clean-Up Activity in Barangay Santiago, Iligan City, during the Second Semester of Academic Year 2016–2017.

The activity aimed to promote environmental responsibility, civic engagement, and community participation by actively involving students in protecting coastal areas from pollution and environmental degradation. Through collective efforts, participants helped remove waste materials along the shoreline, contributing to the preservation of marine ecosystems and the well-being of the local community.

Beyond its immediate environmental impact, the activity served as a meaningful avenue for values formation and experiential learning, particularly for graduating students preparing to assume greater roles in society. It reinforced the importance of stewardship, accountability, and service—core values deeply rooted in the institution’s mission of faith, excellence, and service.

The Coastal Clean-Up also strengthened collaboration between the academe and the local community, fostering shared responsibility in caring for natural resources. By engaging students in hands-on environmental action, SMCII emphasized that sustainable development requires collective commitment and active participation.