Institute of Skin Divers of Ateneo

Our applicants are shore-ly leveling up 😎💪

With BUCs 3 & 4 completed last February 25, they dove deeper into their training, practicing water entries and exits, learning essential rescue protocols, and more. They are one step closer to their training dive 💁‍♀️

Next stop, open water 🌊

February has been a busy but fulfilling month for ISDA 🥹🫶

Our applicants are off to a whale-y good start! Through three sessions of Basic Underwater Courses (BUCs 1 & 2), they’ve built a strong foundation in skin diving.

From marine identification and breathing techniques to treading and beyond, we’ve witnessed them grow into more confident and capable ocean stewards 🌊

On February 7, we welcomed many new fish and old friends to the ISDA pool during our Batch 1.1 General Assembly! We are so excited to see how far all of our applicants grow with our support as they journey into deeper waters.

Applications for Batch 1.2 of ISDA are now CLOSED! Thank you everyone for your interest in the restoration of our beloved diving organization. If you missed you chance this year, don't be dismayed! Your journey with skin diving and marine conservation may not be with ISDA, but never believe your chance to join the advocacy elsewhere is lost!

Stay tuna-ed for the list of accepted applicants, and we hope to sea you soon!

Pub and spiel by Abi Dy-Liacco

Hey hey Atenean! Still thinking about whether or not you should send in that application? Here are some words from ISDA's previous batches to give you some inspiration, from one generation to the next.

ISDA is more than an organization, it's a community brought together by the love of our oceans, and our driving desire to conserve and protect all that reside in them and those that depend on their resources. Don't be afraid to dive into new depths, be open to change, growth, and cultivation of something wonderful.

Apply before the forms close tonight at 9PM!
🔗 https://bit.ly/ISDApps
🔗 https://bit.ly/ISDApps
🔗 https://bit.ly/ISDApps

Pub and spiel by Abi Dy-Liacco

Wally the Whale is waiting for you! Yes, YOU! We are extending applications for Batch 1.2 of ISDA until tomorrow night, Friday, February 6, at 9PM! Water you waiting for?

Apply here!
🔗 https://bit.ly/ISDApps
🔗 https://bit.ly/ISDApps
🔗 https://bit.ly/ISDApps

Pub and spiel by Abi Dy-Liacco

We know you’ve been holding your breath for this announcement, but you can stop hiding in the water now!

Have you ever wanted to witness a whole new world beyond the surface? ISDA is back and eager to pull you through the waves to experience the beauty and wonder of our seas, to teach you about the importance of aquatic life, and to work together to protect and conserve it.

Apply now, or anytime before 9PM on Thursday, February 5, 2026!

Apply here!
🔗 https://bit.ly/ISDApps
🔗 https://bit.ly/ISDApps
🔗 https://bit.ly/ISDApps

Pub and spiel by Abi Dy-Liacco

Been wondering what we've been up to? Before we dive into the new day, here's everything Batch 1.1 has been cooking up.

Since October, Batch 1.1 has been steadily building up the foundation, training, planning, designing a new application process, and working on properly inheriting the baton passed down from the alumni of ISDA.

Eager to see more of what we have planned? Stay tuned for the official recruitment post to become a part of the restoration of ISDA!

Pub and spiel by Abi Dy-Liacco

Something's wading out on the waves! Or rather... someone's! Don't be a fish out of water, come familiarize yourself with the newest batch of ISDA! 🐟

Some new, some returning, this batch of ISDA seeks to welcome you to a renewed community to strengthen marine conservation advocacy in the Philippines, starting with Ateneans.✨

Pub and spiel by Abi Dy-Liacco

‼️‼️𝐔𝐑𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒‼️‼️

We are gathering funds for Brgy. Wawa Ibaba and Brgy. Talisay in Batangas. We would like to request for any and all donations to help these communities rebuild from the devastation of Bagyo Kristine earlier this October.

In Barangay Wawa Ibaba, floods reached a peak of around a person's height. Houses remain standing, but their interior and contents sustained serious water damage. Around 6-10 families were affected. The main priorities for Wawa Ibaba are food, water, baby supplies, and hygene kits. There haven't been any efforts for relief seen in the area.

In Mt. Malarayat, Brgy. Talisay, the river overflowed, and is currently cutting people off from resources. Although they haven't sustained any casualties and have power in some parts, they need assistance in augmenting their food and water supplies. Around 30 families reside in the area, and relief efforts have yet to be seen.

We welcome cash donations of any size, which we will send as aid to these two communities. Please share this and spread the word. Your support will mean so much in these trying times.

GCASH:
09257440818
Karl Lazo

Bank Transfer:
6866148293
Pocholo Miguel M. Espina

Look out, Ateneans! Something mean and green is coming to town! 🌵

Embark on this journey with us as we spread our wings and travel the lands, skies, and seas in One Big Environmental Fair. 🎪🌱

Join the celebration for our common home by supporting the various project initiatives for the environment, biodiversity, and animal welfare.

See you where advocacies collide, Atenista! 🦅