01/05/2026
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LAMUT, IFUGAO โ The Ifugao State University conducted the Joint Closing Ceremony of ROTC and CWTS on 30 April 2026 at the Open Gymnasium, IFSU-Lamut Campus, Nayon, Lamut, Ifugao, marking the culmination of training and the recognition of outstanding achievements of cadets and students.
The ceremony formally opened with the entrance of colors led by C/LTC RAYE D PUGONG 1CL, followed by the mass singing of the Philippine National Anthem and the IFSU Hymn.
The activity was graced by Dr. Eva Marie CodamonโDugyon, University President, together with COL OSCAR B BALIGNASAY JR INF (GSC) PA, Group Commander, 14RCDG, RCPA; LTC ROBERT B MANGYAO GSC PA (Res), Commander of 14RRIBn; Mr. Nathaniel F Dimog, Campus Executive Director; Dr. Leudane L Loรฑez, NSTP Director; MAJ ROMEL T MALING (CE) PA, IFSU ROTC Unit Commandant; and Engr. Arnold K Boknog, Head Officer of PDRRMโIfugao.
One of the highlights of the ceremony was the awarding of honors to deserving cadets for their outstanding performance during RAATI 2026. For the Admin Inspection Award, garnering a score of 98.88%, C/LTC CECILE C DUG-A 1CL, Corps S1 of IFSU ROTCUโLamut Campus, received the award. For the Disassembly and Assembly of Weapon garnering a score of 100%, CDT JACKY BETH C PADJIO was recognized. For the Ceremonial Parade, garnering a score of 99.70%, C/COL JULIAN CLAIRE S CABUDOL 1CL, Corps Commander, received the award. For Map Reading, garnering a score of 100%, C/LTC STERLEE N BINWAG 1CL, received the award. For the Comprehensive Examination, garnering a score of 99.60%, C/LTC CHERUB JOY A LITTUCO 1CL, received the award.
The awarding of the Championship Trophy for RAATI 2026 was also conducted, where the IFSU ROTC Unit achieved a rating of 99.1%, the highest among State Universities and Colleges across the Cordillera region.
Dr. Eva Marie CodamonโDugyon as the Guest of Honor and Speaker, expressed deep appreciation and pride for the cadets and students. She highlighted that their success was not only based on their performance but also on their perseverance, discipline, and dedication throughout their training. She also emphasized that this batch holds a special place as the last ROTC and CWTS group she would witness during her term as University President. She reminded the cadets to carry the values they have learned and continue to serve with integrity, resilience, and commitment.
The ceremony concluded successfully, celebrating not only the completion of ROTC and CWTS programs but also the remarkable achievement of the IFSU ROTC Unit as the RAATI 2026 Overall Champion, reflecting excellence, discipline, and service.