About Us
Founded in 1963, the Ateneo Chemistry Society (ACheS) is the home organization of chemistry students and chemistry enthusiasts in the Ateneo. ACheS is focused on utilizing chemistry as a tool towards progressive nation-building by solving the nation’s problems one step at a time.
The Ateneo Chemistry Society is a community that shares a passion in promoting the relevant application of chemistry for social engagement towards progressive nation-building.
Driven by the desire to provide a deeper understanding of chemistry to others, the organization aims to enrich the appreciation of this science in everyday life by transforming its concepts into experience through innovative and creative projects.
Awareness and Appreciation of Chemistry
The organization aims to promote the presence of chemistry and its importance in daily life by providing avenues to promote this presence and relevance.
Social Application of Chemistry
The organization aims to use chemistry as a tool for nation-building by engaging communities inside and outside the organization through its various initiatives.
Affiliations
Recognized by the Office of Student Activities (OSA) of the Ateneo de Manila University as an accredited organization
Member of the Council of Organizations of the Ateneo – Manila (COA-M), in which it has a regular seat and one vote
Regular member of the Science and Technology Cluster (STC) of the Council of Organizations of the Ateneo – Manila
The Team
ORG MODERATOR
The designated faculty adviser to the Executive Board and the organization, responsible for overseeing the activities of the organization in line with the guidelines set by the Office of Student Activities.
Anna Carissa M. San Esteban, PhD
Dr. Anna Carissa San Esteban finished her PhD at Osaka University where she was a recipient of the MEXT and Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarships. She is a licensed chemist with extensive research training in the Philippines, Japan, and USA, specializing in electrochemistry and coordination chemistry for solar and hydrogen technologies. She is currently the Head of Training and Workshops for the Philippine Institute of Pure and Applied Chemistry (PIPAC) as well as an assistant professor in Ateneo de Manila University, teaching lecture and laboratory classes in General, Inorganic, and Physical Chemistry for B.S. Chemistry Students.
ORG ADVISER
Acts as consultant to the Executive Board of the organization and provides guidance and support to aid the organization’s formation efforts.
Philip Gabriel M. Opao
Mr. Philip Gabriel Opao is a Batch 2019 graduate of B.S. Chemistry at Ateneo de Manila University. After graduating, he became a licensed chemist and worked as a Science Research Specialist for the National Chemistry Instrumentation Center from 2020 to 2021. He is currently a training coordinator for the Philippine Institute of Pure and Applied Chemistry (PIPAC) as well as a Science Research Specialist I and lecturer at the Ateneo de Manila University, where he conducts laboratory classes in General, Analytical, and Physical Chemistry.
The Executive Board
S.Y. 2024–2025
Selwyn Matthew F. Baldonado
3 BS CH-MSE
President
The President coordinates all activities of the organization and acts as the official representative of the Society in both the COA Council of Representatives and the STC.
Gaile Lynell G. Yuag
3 BS CH-MSE
Executive Vice President
The Executive Vice President directly assists the President in coordinating the activities of the society.
Joaquin Iñigo G. Castillejos
3 BS CH
Secretary-General
The Secretary-General is the official custodian of the records, papers and correspondences of the Society.
Sybrene Gabrielle A. Boaqueña
2 BS CH
Vice President for Creative Communications
The Vice President for Creative Communications spearheads the branding, publications, and promotional requests of the organization while managing the official social media accounts and website of the organization.
John Joseph S. Liwag
3 BS CH-MSE
Vice President for Finance and Sales
The Vice President for Finance and Sales efficiently manages the flow of organization finances and spearheads the semester and yearly allocation of the organizational budget along with the organization’s President.
Franco Ariston Marcelino L. Pascual
2 BS CH-MSE
Vice President for Member Development
The Vice President for Member Development directs holistic member formation and development through recreational activities of the Society that are exclusive to its members.
Hazelynne D. Mamucud
3 BS CH-MSE
Vice President for Member Monitoring
The Vice President for Member Monitoring monitors and facilitates member involvement through the formation and implementation of programs, systems, and efforts as deemed necessary.
Adrian Sean C. Caminong
2 BS CH-MSE
Vice President for Public Relations
The Vice President for Public Relations submits a proposed list of possible sponsors, along with a memorandum of agreement template, to all the Public Relations deputies and Marketing Heads.
Jeansha Mae S. Viray
3 BS CH-MSE
Vice President for Research and Academics
The Vice President for Research and Academics directs research efforts and organizes academic activities geared towards effective science communication, socially relevant applications, or chemistry appreciation.
Prinze Dane D. Sarical
3 BS CH
Vice President for Secretariat and
Documentations
The Vice President for Secretariat and Documentations assesses the results of the project and effort evaluations and provides them when necessary.
David Anton D. Servando
2 BS CH-MSE
Vice President for Social
Involvement
The Vice President for Social Involvement directs all programs, projects, and activities of the organization that are geared towards social engagement.
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