Federation of Iloilo Chemistry Societies

𝑷𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒃𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒉𝒂𝒏, 𝑩𝒂𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝑨𝒍𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒎𝒊𝒂! 🧪🎓

Today, we proudly celebrate the remarkable achievement of our Pioneering Batch of Chemistry Graduates, Class of 2026.

Your journey has been filled with countless hours in the laboratory, challenging examinations, research breakthroughs, and unwavering dedication. Through every experiment, obstacle, and discovery, you have demonstrated resilience, excellence, and a passion for science.

As you turn the page to a new chapter, may you continue to innovate, inspire, and make meaningful contributions to the scientific community and beyond.
Congratulations on this well-deserved milestone! Your hard work has paid off, and your future shines as brightly as the discoveries that await you.

✨ Pioneering the path. Transforming the future. Making chemistry happen.

Batch 2026 | June 4, 2026 💙⚗️🎉


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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆.🧪✨

The Federation of Iloilo Chemistry Societies (FICS) proudly congratulates Cymar John Adraneda, FICS Finance Manager, on his election as WVSU University Student Council (USC) Councilor for A.Y. 2026–2027, and Sharlimar Faith Calimutan, FICS Administrative Secretary, on her election as WVSU ASSC Assistant Business Manager.

Your achievements reflect your dedication, leadership, and commitment to serving the student body beyond the chemistry community. May you continue to lead with integrity, excellence, and a passion for making a positive impact

𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒔𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒎𝒆𝒕 𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆, 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒅. 💜🧪

ChemiCARE 2026: Hatid Agham, Hatid Kalinga was more than an outreach—it was a living testament that when knowledge is shared with compassion, it transforms lives. In a space filled with laughter, curiosity, and genuine connection, we witnessed how science can become a bridge—bringing people together, sparking wonder in young minds, and nurturing hope in the community.

Every experiment conducted, every lesson shared, and every smile exchanged carried a deeper purpose. What seemed like simple activities—mixing solutions, demonstrating proper hygiene, giving small tokens—became moments of learning, empowerment, and care. It reminded us that education is most powerful when it is felt, experienced, and shared with others.
More than anything, this initiative showed us that service goes beyond fulfilling a task—it is about showing up with heart, choosing to give even when it is inconvenient, and finding joy in seeing others grow. In those few hours, we didn’t just teach science—we built connections, created memories, and became part of something greater than ourselves.

This meaningful endeavor would not have been possible without the generosity and support of our partners and sponsors, who believed in our mission and helped us bring it to life:
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𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬:
SAKDAG PH
Arts and Sciences Student Council (ASSC)
WVSU Catholic Students Nurses Association(CSNA)
Student Nurses Association of the Philippines (SNAP) - WVSU Chapter

Federation of Iloilo Chemistry Societies (FICS)
Political Science Students Organization (PSSO)
MICROBIA
DOST Scholars in CNU
PagYuhom Publication
Junior Social Workers Association of the Philippines - WVSU Chapter
Association of Early Childhood Education Students
WVSU University Mathematics Club
WVSU ChemSoc Batch Synthexia
WVSU ChemSoc Batch Scientralis
WVSU ChemSoc Batch Catalystia
WVSU ChemSoc Batch Alchimia

𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬:
WVSU Physical Sciences Department
San Miguel Purefoods
Kim's Water Refilling Station
Cafe Nahum

Because of your support, we were able to extend not only knowledge, but also care, kindness, and hope to every child we encountered. You made it possible for us to turn a simple idea into a meaningful experience that will be remembered far beyond a single day.

As we look back, ChemiCARE 2026 reminds us that the true essence of chemistry is not only found in formulas and reactions—it is found in the connections we build, the lives we touch, and the love we choose to give. And in that, we find our purpose. ✨


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𝗔 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆! ♻👨‍🔬

This semester's HyperFICSate seminar was held via Zoom on April 18, 2026. Chemistry students gathered in an engaging discussion on 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆.

This discussion was led by 𝗗𝗿. 𝗞𝘂𝗿𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗱𝗼 𝗘. 𝗦𝘆 𝗣𝗶𝗲𝗰𝗰𝗼, a distinguished chemist, researcher, and Associate Professor at the University of the Philippines Visayas.

It was an insightful afternoon, sparking action toward advancing renewable energy!

𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗦 𝗔𝗜𝗗𝗦: 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗮𝗹𝗽𝗵 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝘇𝗮

Ralph Michael Mendoza is a first-year BS Chemistry student at West Visayas State University. Currently, he is in need of financial support in covering his medical treatment.

We at Federation of Iloilo Chemistry Society are knocking at your kind hearts for financial support of any amount. This will aid in covering his expenses for medical consultations, laboratory tests, and prescribed medications.

Donations may be sent through:
GCash: 09513183610
Account Name: Kim Aisha Martirizar

Your prayers and generosity are deeply appreciated!

𝗕𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!⚗️

As we bring chemistry to the province of Iloilo, we need you! Join us and be a volunteer in the implementation of Phase 2 of 𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆. If you are ready to introduce chemistry to the Ilonggo youth, this is your chance to ignite the spark!

From helping facilitate the activities to assisting participants, your efforts will help catalyze the next generation of Filipino chemists.

Sign up here:
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For further questions, kindly message us on our official page.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗻, 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿. ⚛️✨

Get ready as 𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 enters its next phase, bringing the future of chemistry closer to you! From inspiring talks to real connections, we’re turning curiosity into action and interest into passion.🥽🧪

Stay tuned for more details and official announcements.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲!

𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 | 𝐖𝐕𝐒𝐔 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐒𝐨𝐜 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐇𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐞

To deepen understanding of marine chemistry and emphasize the responsibility to protect ocean ecosystems, the WVSU Chemistry Society took part in the conduct of HyperFICSate, a semestral seminar organized by the Federation of Iloilo Chemistry Society, on April 18 via Google Meet.

With the theme, "Marine Chemistry: Understanding and Preserving Ocean Ecosystems,” Karlo Primavera, assistant professor at the University of the Philippines Visayas, served as the seminar’s speaker, discussing marine chemistry, including chemical oceanography and marine geochemistry.

He explained how nutrients, carbon systems, and geochemical processes sustain marine life across coastal and pelagic ecosystems, situating these within the Philippine context of biodiversity and environmental challenges.

He also highlighted pressing threats such as pollution, climate change, and destructive fishing practices, emphasizing the shared responsibility to protect marine ecosystems.

The seminar concluded with an open forum, allowing participants to raise questions and engage further on the topics presented.

| Article and Photos by Tracy Anne Freires

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽!⚡🌱

The Program Flow for 𝗛𝘆𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗦𝗮𝘁𝗲 is finally here! Get ready for a lineup of insightful talks, interactive discussions, and activities all centered on sustainable energy and green innovations.

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲:

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🌱⏳ 1 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐓𝐎 𝐆𝐎! 🌿✨

Tomorrow’s the day! Get ready to see biofuels and biorefineries in action and explore the chemistry behind sustainable energy. ⚡🔬

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲:
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