Executive Board: 2026-2027

President: Troy Rementina

(he/him)

Hey there! Just the person I was looking for 😀 

Welcome to the FCA page ! My name is Troy, and I’m the current president of FCA ! I am a senior majoring in aerospace engineering and minoring in science, technology, ethics, and policy. I like biking, cooking, big backing, video games, building things #engineering, sidequesting, and music (lotta opm). You’ll probably see me around campus on my bike or wearing my heelys 🚲🛼, so don’t be to shy to say hi! In the past, I’ve been FCA’s d6 proxy and cultural chair. My favorite thing about FCA is being able to foster a space where people can make lifelong friends and share each other’s culture <3 This org has been such a key part of my college experience, and I look forward to sharing it with you all!!

Vice President: Izzy Vallar

(she/her)

Hiii ya’ll~ I’m Izzy! (@Izzybee05_ on insta) and I will be your 26’-27 VP! I’m a senior biology major (pre-dent trackkk🦷) from bmore county with a minor in Health, Humanities, and Medicine. 

I love indulging myself in a diverse range of hobbies including visual arts (painting, illustration, digital, sculpture) video games (shoutouts: Hollow Knight, Celeste, Splatoon, LOZ etc.), anime, sports🏂, and more!

Being a loud, nerdy person ik how it feels to struggle to belong. But, I truly believe FCA is a space to help find YOUR voice. No matter who u are, u can find your own place here 🙂

If you’re ever feeling lost, need pre-health guidance, relationship advice, or just want an ear to talk to, I’ll always be a big sister that can help you shine as your own. Never stop doing what makes you, you! <3

Treasurer: Devyn Nguyen

(he/him)

BELLO!!! I’m Devyn and I’m running back board as one of your Co-Treasurers with Matt!!! I’m a Junior getting a dual degree in Economics and Information Science.😵‍💫 I love anything music related like going to concerts, playing guitar, dancing(catch me at FCA Modern), DJing, or just listening to music in general. I hope to help bring y’all the best events FCA has ever seen and I’m so excited to grow closer with everyone! If you see me, feel free to say hi or reach me on insta @kxddivine!😛

Treasurer: Matthew Reyes

(he/him)

hello!! my name is matthew, i’m a senior public health science major, and i’ll be one of your treasurers for the 26-27 school year 🤯!! I like cooking, being with friends, concert going, listening to all types of music, and most importantly sleeping! FCA has been such an amazing part of my college experience where i’ve made so many close friends and had experiences i would’ve never had without it (shoutout writing comm and fcarts 😛) and i hope to bring that same impact to those new to our community! 😀 feel free to reach out about anything and cant wait to see you around 🙂 (ig: @idgeef)

Cultural Chair: Nathan Castelo

(he/him)

Yahallo!! i’m Nathan or Nat (im chill w/either 😼) and i’m one of your cultural chairs this yearrrr! i’m a junior majoring in social data science w/a minor in Asian American Studies. i like music (me love grentperez), anime, and video games (me love crashing out on LoL, ow, and marvel rivals 😈😈). i also love learning about new things or skills whether it’s something about our culture, singing, or dancing, wich are all shtuff u can do in FCA! i look forward to creating kool memories with y’all and i hope u find a home here at this awesome filipino club! alsoalso feel free to reach out to me ’bout anything (i promise im chill) (◍•ᴗ•◍)❤ (ig: @natnatnat.jc)

Cultural Chair: Hermione Tabeta

(she/her)

hallo friends ♡!!!

my name is hermione and i’m a sophomore in microbiology! i’m super super excited to be one of your cultural chairs for this year along with my amazing co! i love dying and cutting my hair, playing games, tennis/pickleball, doing my makeup, and i especially love my two cats （＾∇＾）. i love getting to know other people so im super excited to interact with everyone in FCA and getting to know people on a deeper level (i have a note on my phone with a list of different questions to ask people)!!!  don’t be afraid to reach out  and let’s get to know each other! (ig: mhyymi3 >_<)

Secretary: Aaron Atayan

(he/him)

Hey everyone, my name is Aaron and I’m happy to be your secretary for the 2026-2026 school year! I’m a senior Info Sci major and I love playing R6 Siege (I hit champ rank twice😼), action movies, F1, and eating. Being in FCA has truly been a highlight of my life so I’m excited to be serving a community that so many people love and call home!

Fun fact: I was D6 Rep two years ago as a sophomore! (d whaatttttt)
Double fun fact: I’m a TA for Inst377, so catch me in class or @aaron_atayan if you got any questions (Inst or FCA related lolll) or to just say hi😄

Director of Public Relations:
Gabriel Pasohol-Copeland

(he/him)

Hello, I am Gabriel Pasahol-Copeland and I’m from moco!! I am a junior majoring in economics and some my of hobbies include, going to the gym, volleyball, and going to raves (favorite artist is Restricted) . I love going on long drives, trying new cafes and cooking. I also love binging tv shows and anime, Naruto and JJK are my favorite anime but i also do like romance anime as well.

Director of Public Relations: Bea Montances

(she/her)

HI GUYSSS!! i’m bea and i’ll be one of your DPRs alongside gabe! i’m a sophomore majoring in kinesiology on the physical therapy track 😛 i love the basics- sleeping, eating (a lot), and hanging out with friends. i also love to dance, listen to music, and chud (i won biggest chud btw)!!! i can’t wait for the exciting year we’ll have with FCA, everyone is welcome so don’t be shy and stop by ☺️ feel free to reach out to me on insta if you ever need anything! 🩵 @bealouisem

 

Community Service Chair: Michaela Raqueno

(she/her)

Hello FCA/the Internet!! My name is Michaela and I’m your 2026-2027 Community Service Chair 😼 I’m a Senior majoring in Environmental Science & Technology with a Minor in Sustainability Studies. My chosen field has taken me through many interesting side quests 🌲🐦‍⬛🤔💭 I’ve lived in a remote cabin doing trail maintenance and held tiny birds that weighed less than empty soda cans. I like hiking, kayaking, and nerding out about birds or plants. I’m also a big theatre fan 🎭 Favorite musicals being Hadestown, Pippin, and Ride The Cyclone. I like to sing, play guitar, and write – all of which I have gotten to explore more and share with the community thanks to FCA’s different events 🫂Shout out to FCArts for the Open Mic Nights, Writing Committee for letting me write AND direct a whole original play, and FCAdvocacy for teaching me about my Filipino heritage/advocacy work 🔥🔥My advice for new peeps? FCA has something for everybody!! Whether you’re looking to find people with familiar hobbies, try new things, or learn about Filipino culture, you can do all of that at your own pace here 😼 so really take advantage of that, along with trying other new things in college. If you read this to the end, aw yay thank 🥹 Don’t be a stranger, I’d love to see you in the upcoming school year 🫶 Lets go out and serve our community, together!! 🌈✨

District 6 Representative: Gabby Garcia

(she/her)

hallo everyone 🫰🫰 i’m gabby and I’ll be one of your D6 Reps this year! I’m one of the sports coord for D6 as well 🏐🏀😈🔥 I’m a sophomore majoring in applied mathematics and hoping to add another major/minor in the future (pray for me lol). i love playing volleyball, eating, reading manwha slop, playing roblox, and spending money 😛 i also love listening to music and going to concerts (only gone to three atm but more are on the way heh) I’m super excited to be a bigger part of fca this year!! i fell in love with fca and d6 last year, and i’m so excited to have more fun with them this year 🙂 i’m always down to meet new people and make new connections so don’t hesitate to reach out! and if you ever see me at open gym pls come say hi hehe

District 6 Representative: Tim Calahatian

(he/him)

Hi my name is tim and Im HIM😍 ill be this year’s D6 rep. I like having fun whatever it is as long as it’s fun and Im spontaneous 😍. See you guys at FCA

Sports Coordinator: Aenon Denaque

(he/him)

salutations ! my name is aenon (aye-non) and i am one of your sports coordinators alongside the goat olivia 🤩, and I am a senior (damn 😭 ) majoring in kinesiology. i love playing pickleball, tennis, AND basketball (top 3 most tuffest sports imo 😤 ) but i also like to play videogames and live stream on twitch please LIKE + SUBSCRIBE 🙏 Throughout my time with FCA, I’ve been surrounded by such an amazing organization + people that as your former dpr i decided to take my talents and run it back to what i love to do the most and that is playing sports LOL ! whether you see me at an fca event, on campus, or anywhere im excited to meet new faces 🙂 [IG: ya_boi_aenon]

Sports Coordinator: Olivia Vallar

(she/her)

Hiiii, my name is Olivia and I’m one of your sports coordinators! I’m a sophomore majoring in public health science. I love fashion, art, scrapbooking, anime, and scrolling on Pinterest. I also like playing lacrosse and soccer since I love competition! I’ve made so many great friendships through FCA and I hope to give all of you the same fun experience I’ve had!

Design Publication Editor: Jahniya Braga

(she/they)

hi helloo !!! im jahniya and i’ll be your dpe for FCA this year !! im a sophomore studying comp sci (i shower Trust) and i do research on bird behavior and climate change through Gemstone. i love love love art – i play the violin, do henna tattoos, make jewelry, scrapbook, draw, and so much more ! im also lowkey chronically online, so if you ever want to chat (or geek) about your favorite fandoms im always open to yap :> im supa excited to see both new and familiar faces this year – feel free to reach out to me anytime :p (ig: niyaisabel)

Historian: Katelyn Bowman

(she/her)

Hello friends, my name is Katelyn Bowman and I’m a senior majoring in Architecture and one of your Historians for the 2026-2027 school year! As I’ve progressed through UMD, FCA has become a safe space, and a community I am extremely passionate about. It’s such a blessing to take on a role that allows me to express myself creatively, and serve FCA’s general body by making sure our memories can be remembered (and kept close to our hearts)! It’s an honor to be one of your Historians and I hope to make so many lasting connections with gen-bod this year!

Historian: Ice Dalisay

(he/him)

hello my name is isaiah (ice for short) and i’m one of the co-historians for 2026-2027. i’m a sophomore in civil engineering + dcc and i like manhwa, manga, photography, and playing games. through fca, i’ve gotten to explore other interests like performing music and dancing, and at the same time this community is where i’ve met some of my closest friends. hyped to get closer w everyone this year 🫰 (ig: ice.dalisay)

Webmaster: Sebastian Busog

(he/him)

Yooo, my name is Sebastian, and I’m this years webmaster!!😎 I am a sophomore mechanical engineering major here at UMD. I like listening to music, playing videogames, working out, and any other activity that I can do with my friends. Im so glad that I get to be apart of this years board. FCA has shown me how great it feels to step out of my comfort zone to experience new things like dancing, new sports, and even just meeting new faces. I currently manage the website and everything you see here. Feel free to check out more of the website and see what FCA truly is. I cant wait to show what more I can do to spread all the fun this community has to offer. WM✅ Reach out on ig -@seabassbu

Freshman Representative: Toni Tan

(she/her)

hi hi! my name is toni, and we are running it back as freshmen rep this year! im currently double majoring in applied mathematics and economics. I really enjoy going to the gym, singing, collecting blind boxes, playing (winning) gamepigeon word hunt (pls play me!), and going on random side quests with friends (hopefully including food nom)! Recently, I’ve been into boxing and rock climbing (#gains), so if you’re into that, please hmu! I am so, so excited to make new memories and develop closer relationships with this new eboard! FCA is truly such a familial space, and I cannot wait to meet our lovely new freshmen who will continue FCA’s legacy! PLEASE feel free to reach out to me for anything! Let’s be friends (or just be my fan idm)! ig: @toni.christina_

Freshman Representative: Katelyn Hipolito

(she/her)

GREETINGS LOVED ONES ( • ᴗ – ) my name is katelyn and i’m one of your freshman reps. im majoring in public health science + tbd another major (yikes) on a pre-health track (yikes pt 2) with a HUGE passion for both physical and mental wellness! i love spending time with people, going on side quests (food, travel, car trips etc), shopping #addicted, the gym, singing whenever my throat isn’t cooked, and quite literally, trying new things ˙𐃷˙ coming to FCA was a step out of my comfort zone due to my past ill experiences with clubs/groups, and im forever thankful to now be a part of this wonderful community :))

as a frep, i hope to give that positive, meaningful experience for our incoming FCA freshies + provide an inclusive environment for us all. i can’t wait to continue making memories and bonding with more great ppl! if u dont mind a freaking yapper whos always down to do fun things, im ya gal~

OKK TY FOR READING LETS HAVE A SPECTACULAR YEAR!!1!1! .⋆꒰১ ໒꒱⋆.˚
IG: xokatelynnn_