UST Microbiology Society

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲.

Leadership is more than a title—it is a commitment to serve, inspire, and create meaningful change within the community. As we present the projects, advocacies, and oral interview transcripts of the candidates for the next Executive Board, may these platforms allow every member to better understand the vision, passion, and dedication each aspiring leader brings to the organization.

Their ideas reflect not only their goals for the society, but also their desire to strengthen collaboration, academic excellence, student welfare, and community engagement.

We encourage everyone to listen, read, and reflect carefully as we move toward choosing leaders who will represent and serve the organization with integrity, competence, and genuine commitment to the Thomasian microbiology community.

Mark your calendars—the election will be happening this May 25. Together, let us continue through empowered and purposeful leadership.

Read the candidates' full GPOA by accessing this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16hDHqfBF1IDmDZdqm10886rrhIlnlpGZhp0gqelefFbUxs1wa_gW8xbOO9Qa6TDKMTjroTYq?usp=sharing

Gusto mo yon? Gusto ko yon! 😋

Happiest Birthday to our one and only shining, shimmering 2nd Year Batch Representative, Mr. ALLmedo! 🌟🤩

Thank you for always making our days brighter and for being such an all-star leader and friend to everyone. Your energy, dedication, and positivity truly make a difference in our batch. ✨

May you continue to shine like the star that you are, achieve all your goals, and inspire more people along the way. Wishing you good health, happiness, success, and countless blessings in the years ahead. 🎉

Here’s to more memories, laughter, achievements, and birthdays to celebrate. Enjoy your special day, Ferdi! 🥰🩵




ps. pls wag kana manabunot

✨𝓛𝓮𝓪𝓭𝓮𝓻𝓼𝓱𝓲𝓹, 𝓹𝓪𝓼𝓼𝓲𝓸𝓷, 𝓪𝓷𝓭 𝓹𝓾𝓻𝓹𝓸𝓼𝓮 𝓬𝓸𝓶𝓮 𝓽𝓸𝓰𝓮𝓽𝓱𝓮𝓻 𝓪𝓼 𝔀𝓮 𝔀𝓮𝓵𝓬𝓸𝓶𝓮 𝓪 𝓻𝓮𝓶𝓪𝓻𝓴𝓪𝓫𝓵𝓮 𝓮𝓭𝓾𝓬𝓪𝓽𝓸𝓻 𝓽𝓸 𝓽𝓱𝓲𝓼 𝔂𝓮𝓪𝓻’𝓼 𝓪𝓼𝓼𝓮𝓶𝓫𝓵𝔂! ✨

The Year Assembly proudly introduces our esteemed guest speaker, Ms. Jeun Marianne R. Alba-Cruz, a dedicated faculty member from the University of Santo Tomas Senior High School, whose commitment to education and student growth continues to inspire many young Thomasians. 🌟

Known for her passion in Science, Law, and guiding students beyond the classroom, Ms. Alba-Cruz has become a source of motivation, encouragement, and wisdom to those she teaches. Through her experiences, insights, and inspiring words, she reminds students to pursue excellence with integrity, resilience, and compassion.

As we gather for this Year Assembly, let us take this opportunity to learn from her journey, reflect on our own aspirations, and be inspired to become future professionals and leaders who will create meaningful impact in society. 💛

Get ready for an engaging and insightful session filled with learning, inspiration, and empowering conversations. We look forward to seeing everyone there as we warmly welcome Ms. Jeun Marianne R. Alba-Cruz to our Year Assembly! 🐯✨

Caption and board by: Mark Jabez C. Dimatulac

✨ 𝓦𝓻𝓲𝓽𝓽𝓮𝓷 𝓲𝓷 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓢𝓽𝓪𝓻𝓼: 𝓓𝓲𝓼𝓬𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓻𝓲𝓷𝓰 𝓟𝓾𝓻𝓹𝓸𝓼𝓮 𝓣𝓱𝓻𝓸𝓾𝓰𝓱 𝓢𝓬𝓲𝓮𝓷𝓬𝓮 ✨

As we close another meaningful chapter of the Academic Year 2025–2026, the UST Microbiology Society invites its members to come together for a moment of reflection, recognition, and celebration 🧫💫

Join us as we honor the milestones we’ve achieved as a community, celebrate the dedication and contributions of our members, and to get to know the aspiring officers who will continue to lead the Society with purpose and passion.💙⭐️

🗓️ May 16, 2026: 1PM - 4PM
📍Rm. 323 & 321, 3rd Flr. Main Building

More than a year-end assembly, this event is a reminder that every challenge, discovery, and experience has shaped us into future scientists driven by curiosity and purpose. Together, let us strengthen the bonds within our Microbiology community and continue pursuing science with heart and excellence. 🌟🔬

1 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗢! 🗓️

𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗹𝘀 brings together experts to discuss the gut–brain connection and how it influences your health, mood, and daily life. Join us as we unravel the “second brain” and uncover how microbiology, medicine, and psychology are interconnected and linked to overall health and well-being. 🧠🦠

Don’t miss what your gut might have been telling you all along. See you there!👀

📅 Date: May 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Blas Hall, 3rd Floor, Main Building

Board by: Mary Mabunga
Caption by: Alyssa Faye Macatangay

Congratulations to our beloved adviser, Inst. Carmela Vannette B. Vicera, MSc., on this remarkable milestone and exciting new chapter in your journey!

Your dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence continue to inspire the Microbiology Society and the entire academic community. Thank you for your guidance and unwavering support throughout the years.

Wishing you success, happiness, and the very best in all your future endeavors. Good luck on your next adventure—we are proud of you!

𝕳𝖊𝖑𝖑𝖔, 𝕳𝕺𝕺𝖒𝖆𝖓 𝖗𝖊𝖘𝖔𝖚𝖗𝖈𝖊𝖘? 📞🌹⛓️

We wish the happiest birthday to the α—our one and only Vice President for Membership and Human Resources, 𝔍𝔞𝔫 ℌ𝔬𝔬! 🐺🌕🎂

In love with surprises and mysteries, it should come as no surprise that Jan keeps life exciting wherever he goes. A constant presence in every memorable moment, he is the kind of person who shows up whenever needed. Just give him a call (𝘈𝘞𝘖𝘖𝘖), and he’ll be there without hesitation. 😉🏃💨

May this year reward your dedication with success and bring you even more moments of joy that can remind you just how truly appreciated you are. Happy birthday, Jan! 💙💛



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𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝘂𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱! 🍳🧐

Get to know the speakers for 𝘽𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘽𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙨 who will unravel the powerful link between your gut microbiome and mental well-being. Discover how these experts highlight the gut-brain connection and holistic wellness, offering insights into how the tiny microbes in our body influence our everyday experiences.

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀:
📍Venue: Blas Hall, Third Floor, Main Building
📅 Date: May 9, 2026
⏰Time: 1:00 to 5:00 PM

Don’t miss the chance to feed your curiosity and register now! 🕵️‍♀️✍️
https://forms.gle/vgzn1sUKfvhm9VLB9

Board by: Sitti Tolentino
Caption by: Yesha Santillan

𝘼𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙗𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮? 🤔

Presenting 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗹𝘀, an informative event that explores how the complex ecosystem within our gut shapes not only our physical health, but also our thoughts, emotions, and behavior.

Join us on May 9, 2026, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM at Blas Hall, 3rd Floor, Main Building. This event is open to all students who are eager to learn more about the science behind how we think, feel, and function.

𝘿𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨 𝙤𝙪𝙩, 𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙣𝙤𝙬, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖 𝙙𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙙𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙖𝙨𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙜𝙪𝙩–𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣! 😌💨

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺: https://forms.gle/vgzn1sUKfvhm9VLB9

Board by: Aleila Marie Arcega and Caia Heart Chang
Caption by: Mina Loreno

💫 Meet the zealous candidates for the UST Microbiology Society Executve Board for A.Y. 2026 - 2027 💫

These are the brave, new faces running for Executive Board positions for the UST Microbiology Society next year. May the new set of leaders take the organization and program to new heights! ↗️

📆 As the election period for Thomasian microbiologists start, take note of the following dates:
📌Campaign Period: May 5-9, 2026
📌 Election Day: May 11, 2026

Keep posted for the candidate profiles, platforms, advocacies, and other campaign materials to better know our candidates!

🦋 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐆𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐤𝐚 𝐧𝐚 𝐧𝐠𝐚, 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐌𝐨 𝐏𝐚! 🦋

Our amazing Internal Vice President of the Microbiology Society, the one who keeps everything alive and thriving internally 💙 Your love for color blue matches your calm, bright, and refreshing presence that everyone gravitates towardc🐬🦋

You’re the perfect mix of bubbly energy, genuine care, and overch sa moods that makes every moment better. The society is so lucky to have someone as dedicated and warm as you leading from within 👥🩵

Keep shining, keep laughing, and keep being the incredible person we all appreciate so much. Cheers to more memories, success, and happiness ahead! 🐟🌀🪁

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