05/05/2026
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โWe are doing our very best in every parameter to succeedโand make history,โ said PSU-BC NSTP Focal Person Rostom Jay Bitamog, as cadets from Pangasinan State Universityโs Bayambang and San Carlos ROTC units undergo intensive preparations for the Regional Annual Administrative Tactical Inspection (RAATI) 2026.
The four-day training, held from May 2 to May 5 at the PSU Bayambang Campus, brings together cadets in a rigorous program designed to enhance both their technical competencies and military discipline.
The training includes rehearsals for the arrival of honors and ceremonial parade, alongside comprehensive assessments in map reading, small unit tactics (SUT), theoretical examinations, gun assembly and disassembly, and basic life support.
The initiative is spearheaded by Colonel Julius Munar, Director of the 104th Community Defense Center (CDC), in coordination with University NSTP Director Dr. Reynante Mangsat, Bayambang NSTP Focal Person Mr. Rostom Jay Bitamog, and San Carlos NSTP Focal Person Dr. Leah. C. Urbano.
Bitamog highlighted the collaborative effort behind the training, emphasizing the role of leadership and institutional support in preparing the cadets.
โThe leadership and guidance of our drill master sergeant, Sir Fredie Gaban, is truly helpful. Our objective is to surpass our previous score of 93 and aim for a score between 98 and 99,โ he said.
He also noted that arrangements such as cadet quartering were requested from Campus Executive Directors Dr. Madlyn Tingco of Bayambang Campus and Dr. Gudella M. Samson of San Carlos Campus to allow more time for training. Coordination was likewise made with the Local Government Unit of Bayambang, including the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (NDRRMO), Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), and the Public Safety and Order Office (BPSO), particularly for medical support services.
โOur University, spearheaded by Dr. Elbert Galas, has provided the needs of the ROTC, such as food. What we are doing right now is making history. We are doing our very best in every parameter to succeed,โ Bitamog added.
For the cadets, the training goes beyond complianceโit is a vital step toward personal and professional growth. San Carlos cadet Jobell Saure underscored the importance of the program, especially for those considering a future in the armed forces.
โThis training and the RAATI are crucial for gaining essential experience, especially for those genuinely aspiring to join the Army,โ Saure shared. โWe are really pushing ourselves to achieve perfection. Our cadets are enduring tiredness and lack of sleep, all in pursuit of success and to bring honor to our unit.โ
Meanwhile, Bayambang Core Commander Paulo Jester C. Ferrer emphasized the holistic development fostered by the ROTC program.
โIt doesn't just train our skills; it also helps us manage our emotions. This way, when we enter the professional world, we won't be too fragile and will be better equipped to handle stress,โ Ferrer said.
He further described RAATI as a significant annual milestone for cadets.
โRAATI is the most anticipated activity yearly because it is a beneficial experience for every ROTC cadet. We are preparing to the fullest not just to excel, but also to encourage incoming students to join the program and help keep it active and thriving,โ he added.
As the inspection day approaches, PSUโs ROTC units remain steadfast in their commitment to excellence, discipline, and serviceโaiming not only to achieve higher evaluation scores but also to strengthen the programโs impact on student leadership and nation-building.
The upcoming Regional Annual Administrative Tactical Inspection (RAATI) 2026 is scheduled on Wednesday, May 6.