UST Department of Behavioral Science

13/05/2026

*FACULTY ENGAGEMENT*

Congratulations to Department of Behavioral Science Chair, Asst. Prof. Gian Carlo M. Ledesma, PhD, RPsy, faculty members Inst. Joseph B. De Roxas, MSc, RPsy, and Inst. Vincet Bren S. Tajor, MA, RPsy for facilitating various workshops during the recent PAPJA (Psychological Association of the Philippines - Junior Affiliates) Convention last April 27-28 2026 at De La Salle University - Manila. 💜🐯




Credits:
Board by Marriel Magsadia

12/05/2026

08/05/2026

LOOK: Canvas, the online learning platform used by UST, has been placed under maintenance as of Friday, May 8 (Philippine time), by its parent company Instructure after it had undergone a data breach.

The University Of Santo Tomas has been listed as one of the 9,000 schools affected by the hacking, according to a circulating list from Cybercrime group ShinyHunters, which has claimed to be responsible for the breach and has threatened to leak students' data for ransom.

UST has yet to issue a statement on the matter.

28/04/2026

Congratulations to all our seniors who sucessfully defended thesir theses last week! 💜📑👏



Credits:
Board by Eric Esteria

24/04/2026

SO MUCH OF ME IS MADE OF WHAT I LEARNED FROM YOU 🩷🎶💚 BESties, ANDITO NA ANG KAKAMPI NATIN! 🤩🫵

In this year’s “Out of Psyche: Heartstrings & Healing,” we’ve invited a wonderful guest speaker with years of experience in early childhood education and people development 🍼👶🏻Our speaker is an alumni from the UST AB Communication Arts, and most importantly, a passionate mother to five beautiful children, her greatest inspiration in life 🤰🏻✨❤️‍🩹

She is no other than… Ms. Mariel Kliatchko! 👏🌟 Teaching us about the complexities of a mother-daughter relationship and family dynamics as a whole 🏠🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity, especially with Mother’s Day around the corner! 💐 Join us on April 28, 2026, 10:30AM - 2PM, at the UST TARC Auditorium. Pre-register now to lock it in! 📲


&Healing


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Sponsored by:
Blingify

In collaboration with:
UST College of Science Student Council
UST Informations Systems Society

Also brought to you by:
UST Asian Studies Society

Special thanks to:
UST Makatha Circle
UST Industrial Engineering Society
UST Artlets Economics Society

Approved by the Organization Adviser: Asst. Prof. Gian Carlo M. Ledesma, Phd, RPsy

RSO-B-24-25-49

24/04/2026

Time to press the PURPLE BUZZER! 💜🙇🏻‍♀️

Ready to witness an afternoon of angelic voices, sick moves, and loads of energy? 🕺🪩🎶Show your support for our fellow BESties in “BES Got Talent!” ✨ A showcase of students with admirable skills and talents! Truly an event of creativity and high-spirits from our BESties! 👩‍🎤👯‍♀️

Mark your calendars for April 30, 2026, 4PM - 6:40PM, at the UST Quadricentennial Park! You won’t wanna miss this! 😜🤞

Pre-register to also check out other cool events for BES Week! 📲





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Sponsored by:
Blingify

In collaboration with:
UST College of Science Student Council
UST Informations Systems Society

Also brought to you by:
UST Asian Studies Society

Special thanks to:
UST Makatha Circle
UST Industrial Engineering Society
UST Artlets Economics Society

Approved by the Organization Adviser: Asst. Prof. Gian Carlo M. Ledesma, Phd, RPsy

RSO-B-24-25-49

24/04/2026

Hey, BEStie! 👋 Do you have any openings for… ANOTHER CAREER FAIR? 🎪💼

Time to put on a smile and get that resume ready for this year’s BES Career Fair! 👔🗄️ With plenty of opportunities to explore, we’ve invited a variety of companies to open their doors to BES applicants! 📋💜

So whether you’re graduating soon, looking for an internship, or just browsing for future reference, this is the place to be! 👈📑The event will run from April 29 - 30, 2026, at the UST Quadricentennial Park! 📌

See you there, BESties! 👏

Pre-register now to also see what other things BES has in store for you! 📲





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Sponsored by:
Blingify

In collaboration with:
UST College of Science Student Council
UST Informations Systems Society

Also brought to you by:
UST Asian Studies Society

Special thanks to:
UST Makatha Circle
UST Industrial Engineering Society
UST Artlets Economics Society

Approved by the Organization Adviser: Asst. Prof. Gian Carlo M. Ledesma, Phd, RPsy

RSO-B-24-25-49

24/04/2026

SLIPPING THROUGH MY FINGERS ALL THE TIME, I’D LIKE TO CAPTURE EVER MINUTE 🎶👭🩵

Coming back to the stage is another, “Out of Psyche: Heartstrings and Healing!” ❤️‍🩹🥹 This seminar will explore the complexities of mother-daughter relationships, manage family ties, and mental health in the household 🏠💜

Join us for this wholesome event on April 28, 2026, from 10:30AM - 2PM, at the UST TARC Auditorium! 🫂 Pre-register now to be part of this day! 📲


&Healing


https://forms.gle/zsFHjWaJbntwa3Lq5
https://forms.gle/zsFHjWaJbntwa3Lq5
https://forms.gle/zsFHjWaJbntwa3Lq5

Sponsored by:
Blingify

In collaboration with:
UST College of Science Student Council
UST Informations Systems Society

Also brought to you by:
UST Asian Studies Society

Special thanks to:
UST Makatha Circle
UST Industrial Engineering Society
UST Artlets Economics Society

Approved by the Organization Adviser: Asst. Prof. Gian Carlo M. Ledesma, Phd, RPsy

RSO-B-24-25-49

20/04/2026

Good luck to all our seniors who will have their thesis defense starting today! 💜📑



Credits:
Board by Eric Esteria

15/04/2026

15/04/2026

From memory to movement, from stories to strength. 💜🌈

We extend our deepest gratitude to the Psychological Association of the Philippines LGBT Special Interest Group for this meaningful partnership. Together, we continue to create spaces where identities are affirmed, voices are heard, and stories are honored.

Returning to Baclaran Barangay Hall last April 11, 2026 was more than a revisit, it was a continuation of a shared journey. A journey of PagbaBanyuhay, where transformation is not a moment but a lifelong unfolding.

To the Golden Lolas and Golden Bekis, thank you for bringing color, courage, and joy into the space. Your presence reminds us that authenticity is both resistance and celebration.

We are equally grateful for the warm accommodation that has always welcomed us with openness and care.

Our heartfelt thanks go to our resource persons, alumni, organizers, and volunteers who made this initiative possible. To BESSOC, thank you for carrying the work through strong communications and seamless logistics behind the scenes.

This initiative stands as another testament that Behavioral Science does not end in theory, it lives in sustained, community-rooted action.

Habang buhay ang pagbabanyuhay. Habang buhay ang pakikipaglaban para sa dignidad, pagkilala, at pagmamahal. ✨

Because in every story shared and every space reclaimed, we move closer to a world where no one has to become less to belong. 💬🌈




Caption by: Jim Adrian Flores
Photos from: PAP LGBT Psychology Special Interest Group