19/05/2026
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On May 12, 2026, the Central Philippines State University (CPSU) โ Main Campus ROTC Unit proudly attended and supported the historic first NSTP Completion Rites and ROTC Graduation Ceremony of CPSU Moises Padilla Campus, held at their campus gymnasium. Joined by university officials, faculty members, parents, and guests, our delegation gathered to honor students who successfully completed both the Reserve Officersโ Training Corps (ROTC) and Literacy Training Service (LTS) components of the National Service Training Program (NSTP). Carrying the theme โOne Mission, One Nation: Rising Through Service and Learningโ, the occasion marked a major milestone for the graduates, formally recognizing their hard work, discipline, and readiness to serve their communities and the nation as responsible citizens and future reservists. Our unit was well-represented by key officers led by CDT COL Arnel B Palma, 1CL, Unit Corps Commander; CDT LTC Elimar R Delizo Jr, 1CL, Adjutant; and CDT MAJ Angel Joy E Langreo, 1CL, S7 Civil Military Officer, whose leadership and dedication inspired everyone present.
The program opened with a solemn and patriotic atmosphere, starting with the Entrance of Colors led by the host unit, followed by the singing of the National Anthem, Invocation, Bagong Pilipinas Hymn, and CPSU Hymn that united all attendees in shared pride. In her welcome remarks, Dr. Rosemie G. Gequillana expressed gratitude to all witnesses including our Main Campus delegation, emphasizing that the event reflects the universityโs goal of producing graduates who will contribute meaningfully to society. Meanwhile, 2LT HIPOLITO P PUTALAN (RES) PA, commended the traineesโ perseverance and discipline, reminding them that lessons in leadership and service would guide them as future leaders. Highlights included the formal presentation of candidates by Sgt Chona Mae Cabillon (Res) PA and Dr. Jose Edmund P. Odencio, the official declaration of graduates, and the awarding of certificates, medals, and ribbons to outstanding trainees. For ROTC graduates, the turnover to the Philippine Army Reserve Force led by 2LT Putalan and the Panunumpa sa Laang Kawal marked their formal induction as ready reservists. We were honored that our very own CPSU ROTCU Assistant Commandant, 1LT ODESSA L FAIRBANKS (RES) PA, served as Guest of Honor and Speaker; in her message, she emphasized discipline, sacrifice, and service, shared the inspiring story of elderly LTS volunteer โNanay Antescoโ, and addressed mental health and personal responsibility, reminding all that the ROTC uniform stands for dedication and duty. The program also featured reflections from graduate representative Justine S. Llasos, the oath-taking of LTS completers led by Ailete Juliette V. Villanueva, and closing remarks from Dr. Odencio who noted that completion of NSTP is only the start of lifelong service, before ending with the singing of Pilipinas Kong Mahal, smoothly facilitated by Ms. Jezza Mar S. Sencil.
This successful ceremony stands as a historic achievement not only for CPSU Moises Padilla Campus but for the entire CPSU system. For our unit, participating in this milestone reinforced our shared mission and vision as one university, united in fulfilling the mandate of the NSTP Law to mold disciplined, patriotic, and community-oriented youth. True to our unitโs motto โShaping Leaders Through Disciplineโ, the event proved that through perseverance, leadership, and commitment, the youth of CPSU are fully capable of becoming responsible citizens and reservists ready to answer the nationโs call anytime. We are proud to stand alongside our fellow cadets, officers, and officials of CPSU Moises Padilla Campus, as we work together toward our shared goal: one mission, one nation, rising through service and learning.
