15/07/2026
๐๐ค๐ก๐๐๐ฃ๐จ๐ฉ๐๐ฉ๐ ๐พ๐ค๐ก๐ก๐๐๐ ๐๐ค๐ฃ๐๐ช๐๐ฉ๐จ ๐๐๐๐พ ๐๐ง๐๐๐ฃ๐ฉ๐๐ฉ๐๐ค๐ฃ, ๐จ๐ฉ๐ง๐๐ฃ๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ฃ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ง๐จ๐๐๐ฅ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ค๐ฃ๐๐ก ๐๐๐๐ช๐ง๐๐ฉ๐ฎ ๐ผ๐ฌ๐๐ง๐๐ฃ๐๐จ๐จ
The Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) Orientation was successfully conducted to welcomed new cadets, orient them on the programโs objectives, policies, and values, and equip them with essential knowledge on safety and national security. The activity was graced by respected officials who shared meaningful guidance, inspiration, and practical insights for the cadets. PBGEN WILLIE M. DANGANE SR (RET), MNSA, Llb, Ph.D, NSTP Director and Dean of Criminology of Goldenstate College together with MAJOR CYRUS LUIGI L DEL MURO (INF) Commandant , delivered an inspiring speech that deeply moved all participants. He highlighted that joining ROTC is a noble choice rooted in the desire to serve oneโs country and community. He reminded the cadets that the training they will undergo will build resilience, integrity, and a strong sense of dutyโqualities that will serve them well in their studies, especially as future criminology professionals, and in their lives ahead. He urged them to stay dedicated, uphold honor at all times, and remember that their growth today is an investment in a safer and better Philippines.
The highlight of the afternoon session was the Security Awareness Symposium conducted by the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency (NICA) Region 12, led by Sir Mr. Mark Chester L. Rosario, Operations Officer of NICA 12. He discussed relevant security concerns facing communities and the country, including how to identify suspicious activities, the importance of reporting threats properly, and the critical role that youth and students play in promoting national security. He also emphasized responsible social media use, proper information literacy, and how to avoid misinformation and harmful influences. His discussion gave the cadets clear, practical knowledge they can apply in their daily lives to keep themselves and others safe.
Throughout the entire activity, the cadets showed full attention, active participation, and great enthusiasm. The orientation achieved its goal of motivating the cadets, orienting them on the program, and increasing their awareness of their role in nation-building and security. The event concluded expressing gratitude to all the distinguished guests and organizers.
