03/07/2023
๐ ๐๐๐ฒ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ก, ๐๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ซ, ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ข๐ญ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ : ๐๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐๐ฒ ๐จ๐ง ๐๐๐-๐๐๐ | Isabela State University Cauayan Campus Commemorates Remarkable ROTC Graduation Day, Ushering in a New Generation of Leaders.
Isabela State University's Cauayan Campus reverberated with an atmosphere of pride and accomplishment on June 30, 2023, as it celebrated the momentous graduation day of its Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) cadets.
The event marked the culmination of their rigorous training and the beginning of their journey as future leaders, ready to serve their nation with unwavering dedication.
The graduation ceremony, held at the ISU-CCC field, attracted an enthusiastic audience composed of families, friends, faculty members, and distinguished guests. The ceremony commenced with a solemn invocation, followed by the singing of the national anthem, evoking a sense of patriotism and unity among the attendees.
Amidst a backdrop adorned with the university's colors and the ROTC emblem, the ceremony proceeded with a series of inspiring speeches from notable individuals. Dr. Precila B. De Lima, the university Executive Officer , delivered a heartfelt address, commending the graduates for their commitment, resilience, and unwavering desire to protect and serve their country.
"As you embark on this noble path of leadership and service, remember the values instilled in you during your ROTC journey, the honor, courage, and commitment," Dr. Precila stated.
With the presence of Assistant Commandant 2LT RUBYLYN LOPEZ PA (RES) and NSTP Director of ISU-CC, Dr. Aquim D Verzon and the ROTC Coordinators and Implementers. Together with Graduate Military Assistants and officers from different Campuses of Isabela State University.
The highlight of the event was the giving of recognition and certificates to the Advance Officers, symbolizing their successful completion of the ROTC program. One by one, the cadets approached the stage, their faces beaming with pride and anticipation, as they received their hard-earned award from esteemed military officials and university faculty members.
Following the ceremony, a distinguished guest, COL RANDY L PAGUNURAN INF (GSC) PA, delivered an impassioned keynote address. He spoke of the profound impact ROTC training has on developing future leaders, stressing the importance of the skills and values acquired during their journey.
"Today, we witness the birth of a new generation of leaders, molded by the principles of ROTC," COL RANDY L PAGUNURAN INF (GSC) PA proclaimed. "Your unwavering dedication, discipline, and readiness to serve will shape the future of our armed forces and the nation as a whole." He added.
As the ceremony drew to a close, the graduates, adorned in their crisp uniforms, marched in unison, displaying the remarkable precision and unity instilled through their training. The spectators erupted in applause, their hearts filled with admiration for the graduating cadets' accomplishments.
In an emotional moment, the graduates took their oath, vowing to defend the constitution, protect the people, and serve the country with honor and integrity. Their voices echoed through their own room reserved only for their takehomes embodying the spirit of sacrifice and duty that will guide them in their future endeavour.
With the conclusion of the ceremony, the newly minted ROTC officers emerged into the world, poised to make a positive difference in their communities and beyond. Their presence will undoubtedly be felt as they embrace leadership roles, contributing to the progress and security of the nation. The lessons learned, friendships forged, and values instilled will undoubtedly shape their futures in remarkable ways. As these young men and women embark on their respective paths, their experiences in the ROTC Cauayan Unit will serve as a strong foundation for their future endeavors.
The Cauayan community will forever remember the ROTC Cauayan Unit's contributions and the cadets' unwavering commitment to service. It is with great anticipation that we await the remarkable accomplishments these cadets will undoubtedly achieve in their future endeavors, armed with the knowledge and experiences gained during their time in the ROTC program.
The ROTC graduation day at Isabela State University Cauayan Campus served as a testament to the institution's commitment to producing competent and dedicated leaders. The event will be remembered as a milestone in the lives of these graduates, a day where their dreams merged with their sense of duty, setting them on a transformative path of service to their nation.
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Article By: Nikka Lacay and Steph Liwag
Photos By: Cecille Baltazar, Jhen Uy, Vicky Buraga and Nikka Lacay