NORSU Chemical Society

22/09/2026

21/09/2026

𝘽𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙞𝙙𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙊𝙣𝙚 𝙋𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙖𝙩 𝙖 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚

𝘕𝘰𝘵 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘱.

Some days begin with certainty, while others begin with questions: 𝘈𝘮 𝘐 𝘥𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩? 𝘈𝘮 𝘐 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘺𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦? 𝘊𝘢𝘯 𝘐 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩?

Still, we walk.

We walk through unfinished pages and sleepless nights, through lessons that refuse to make sense and mistakes that remind us we are still learning. We walk through moments when the finish line feels distant and the weight of everything becomes a little heavier than yesterday. And yet, we keep moving.

Perhaps that is what strength truly looks like. Not the absence of fear, exhaustion, or doubt, but the quiet decision to take another step despite them. Because hard work does not promise an easier road. It gives you stronger feet to walk it.

Every difficult chapter leaves something behind. A lesson hidden within a mistake. Courage born from uncertainty. Patience carved out by waiting. Resilience built quietly, one ordinary day at a time.

We often wish for the road to become gentler, never realizing that some roads are shaping us for places we have not reached yet. So let the journey challenge you. Let it stretch you beyond what you thought you could endure. Let the long nights teach you persistence and the difficult days remind you of your own capacity to continue.

You do not have to conquer the entire mountain today. Just keep climbing.

𝘖𝘯𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦.
𝘖𝘯𝘦 𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘯.
𝘖𝘯𝘦 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘵.
𝘖𝘯𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘱 𝘢𝘵 𝘢 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦.

And perhaps, when you finally look back, you will realize that you were never simply trying to reach the destination.

𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘦.

Caption | Jeah Derecho
PubMat | Andre Cuevas

12/09/2026

𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗔𝗣| 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆, 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆

The 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗦𝗨 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 successfully concluded its 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆 last September 2, 2026, bringing together its members for an afternoon of meaningful discussion, updates, and collective engagement.

The assembly served as an avenue to communicate important organizational matters, provide relevant updates, and ensure that all members remain informed and aligned with the Society’s goals and upcoming activities.

More than a gathering, the General Assembly strengthened our sense of unity, participation, and shared responsibility as one organization. Through active listening and open participation, we continue to build a community that is informed, connected, and committed to moving forward together.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to attend and participate. Your presence and cooperation are greatly appreciated.

𝙏𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧, 𝙡𝙚𝙩 𝙪𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙪𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙖𝙨 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙚𝙩𝙮. 🧪🩷

Caption | Jeah Derecho
Photos | Gelica Oracion

08/09/2026

𝗜𝗳 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗻 𝗸𝗶𝘁𝗮 𝗽𝘂𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗮𝘆—MALIII!

𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 is here, and apparently, our electrons aren’t the only ones looking for a stable pair. 🫠📚

At this point, we’re not asking for much—just a stable bond with the correct answers, a strong connection with our stock knowledge, and enough luck to survive every question. If this paper is lucky, then by the laws of chemistry, sharing should mean the luck gets distributed… right? RIGHT? 🥲📚

Good luck and padayon 𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐌𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒! May our memory have strong electron affinity, may our confidence have a high activation energy, and our grades undergo the most favorable reaction. 🩷🙏🏻

Caption | Jeah Derecho
PubMat | Andre Cuevas

01/09/2026

𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐒 𝐔𝐏 𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒!!👨‍🔬
𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗸𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗸𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴? 𝗢𝗿 𝗻𝗮𝗮 𝗺𝗼𝘆 𝗸𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗯𝗲𝘁𝗮𝘆𝗺? 𝗡𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗮𝗮??!!🫨🎄

But wait, reserve that energy of yours and join us for our very first 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗦𝗨 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆 as we connect, share updates, and kick off an amazing term together.

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: 📌 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 2, 2026 | 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 | 11:00𝗮𝗺 - 1:00𝗽𝗺
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: 📌 𝗦𝗧 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗺 4 - 1

See you 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄, 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀! Don't forget to bring your energy and enthusiasm!✨

Caption | Kristine Solina
PubMat | Jephaniah Grace Bordios

31/08/2026

Honoring the past, Catalyzing the future!✨️

On this National Heroes Day, we honor the souls who shaped our past while celebrating the everyday heroes building a brighter future. From our brave historical icons to hard-working farmers and healthcare frontliners who tirelessly serve our nation. 🇵🇭

Heroism isn't just written in history books, it's alive in every act of service, scientific discovery, and dedication to our community.

Let's spark change, fuel innovation, and carry their legacy forward with passion and purpose!

Happy National Heroes Day from NORSU Chemical Society!✨️🩷

Caption | Mariane Saycon
Pubmat | Karell Villarante

27/08/2026

𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗠𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀....𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗲‼️🧪⚡️

They say creativity is an infinite reaction, and we need your spark to ignite this year's 𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗠𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!💥⚗️

It’s time to put your ideas into action and let your creativity react! Join this year’s CHEMClash Logo Competition and create a design that captures the excitement, brilliance, and competitive spirit of chemistry. Who knows? Your art might just spark a chain reaction that will turn heads, shine the brightest, and set the entire competition ablaze!🔥

Ready to test your formula? Read the full mechanics below.

Let's make a reaction that lasts, Chemmates!🩷





Caption | Mariane Saycon
Pubmat | Jeah Derecho

26/08/2026

𝗪𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂!
𝗪𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂!
𝗪𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗬𝗢𝗨!
𝗪𝗔𝗛𝗛𝗛𝗛!🥹🩷🌏

A healthier and cleaner Mother Earth begins with love, unity, teamwork, and a genuine willingness to serve. 🌱🫂

Filled with energy and purpose, the NORSU BS Chemistry sophomore and senior volunteers, alongside Prof. Michael Angelo R. Circulado, took part in a meaningful clean-up drive on 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, 𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐫𝐠𝐲. 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐛𝐢𝐠, 𝐃𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲, spearheaded through the initiative of the 𝑨𝑺𝑬𝒁 𝑾𝑨𝑶 𝑽𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒓 𝑮𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒑. 🚮🍃

The morning kicked off at 7:00 AM with an upbeat dance activity and a series of reminders, bringing everyone together and setting an enthusiastic atmosphere for the work ahead. From there, our volunteers came ready to lend a hand, connect with others, and contribute to a cause bigger than ourselves. 🕺🏻🌱

On behalf of the NORSU BS Chemistry student body, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Sir Circulado and the ASEZ WAO Volunteer Group for allowing us to be part of this wonderful initiative. Beyond the clean-up itself, our volunteers enjoyed the experience, formed new connections, and shared in the fulfillment of creating a lasting, positive impact on our community and environment. 🩷🌏

This may have been just one morning, but every small act of service is a step toward something greater. May this experience remind us that caring for our planet is not a one-day commitment, but a shared responsibility we carry together.

Indeed, we are:

𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐀 𝐭𝐨 𝐙. 🌎
𝐖𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲.







Caption | Andrei Benedict Sabanal
Photos | ASEZ WAO
Princess Jean Buquiran
Bea Partosa

25/08/2026

𝙀𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡𝙨 𝙏𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙎𝙖𝙛𝙚 𝙎𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨

The 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗕𝗦 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 participated in an orientation on the 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝘁 (𝗥𝗲𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗡𝗼. 𝟭𝟭𝟯𝟭𝟯), commonly known as the 𝗕𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗼𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝘄, strengthening their awareness of the importance of safety, respect, and accountability in the workplace.

The orientation served as a meaningful introduction to the rights and responsibilities that come with entering a professional environment. Through discussions on the law, the future interns were encouraged to recognize behaviors that compromise personal dignity and safety, understand the importance of respecting boundaries, and become more mindful of how their words and actions affect others.

This initiative reflects the importance of equipping future professionals with not only the skills needed for their chosen field but also the awareness and values necessary to become responsible members of the workplace. By promoting knowledge, respect, and accountability, we take a collective step toward creating safer and more inclusive spaces for everyone.

Photos | Gelica Oracion

25/08/2026

𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘣𝘦 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘩 𝘰𝘧𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘢𝘣 𝘣𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘩, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘪𝘵'𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘩 𝘱𝘶𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘵𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 ! 🧪✨

A quick throwback to a victory that's too good not to celebrate!

The 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗦𝗨 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 proudly celebrates 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘀 and 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗳𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀 for emerging as Champions in the 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 organized by the 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗦𝗨 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 (𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗧) together with the 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗦𝗨 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝘀𝗮 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗦𝗨 and the 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 of the 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗖𝗧𝗛𝗠), held on 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Competing alongside 𝟭𝟳 youth organizations, they rose above the challenge and proved that their knowledge, teamwork, and determination were the perfect elements for success. With every question answered and every challenge faced, they created a winning formula that set them apart from the rest.

This achievement is another proof that the best chemistry happens not only in the laboratory but also through collaboration, perseverance, and the drive to achieve excellence.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬! Your achievement has added another remarkable compound to the legacy of the Norsu Chemical Society. Here’s to more breakthroughs, more milestones, and more victories to come! ✨🩷

Caption | Jeah Derecho
PubMat | Andre Cuevas