The SGA Student Chapter UNAL – Bogotá was established in 2014. Since then, our members have been actively promoting learning in ore deposits and economic geology through lectures, field trips, research projects, and outreach activities.
In recent years, we have organized and conducted several field trips across Colombia, such as:
- A field trip, The Central Cordillera around Ibagué, Tolima (2025), in collaboration with geologist Jorge Gómez Tapias from the Colombian Geological Survey.
- A cycle of short field trips near Bogotá (2025), designed for first-year geology students to introduce them to fieldwork practices.
- A field trip, The orogenic and porphyry Au, Cu, and Ag deposits in Tolima and Caldas (2024), in collaboration with the SGA Student Chapter UIS – Bucaramanga.
We place strong emphasis on a pedagogical approach, creating opportunities at the university and in schools to share our knowledge with the wider community and to highlight the relevance of our profession in society. We have collaborated, and continue to collaborate, with other SGA student chapters in Colombia, and we would greatly value the chance to work with chapters worldwide to enrich our experiences and strengthen both academic and industry-oriented perspectives.
Our Goals
Promote knowledge
Promote learning and research in ore deposits and related topics through teaching, fieldwork experiences, and engagement in different areas of geology, fostering academic growth while contributing to both scientific advancement and social development.
Networking
Build a community based on respect, collaboration, and inclusiveness, where members can grow personally and professionally by sharing knowledge and experiences in an environment of trust and mutual support.
Inspire others
Inspire and cultivate a passion for geology and Earth sciences, encouraging the continuous pursuit of knowledge and strengthening the commitment to outreach and the application of geoscience for the benefit of society.