12/02/2026
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On 24, 31 January 2026, the University of Southeastern Philippines TagumโMabini Campus ROTC Unit conducted its 2nd and 3rd Formation of the Second Semester. The activity was held under the supervision of the training staff led by MAJ ARNULFO T BARANTANAN (MI) PA, Commandant, assisted by 1LT BENJIE A PILO PA (Res), Assistant Commandant. As part of the MS-1 POI, a series of lectures were conducted at the USeP TMC Physical Education and Cultural Center (PECC), Apokon, Tagum City, Davao del Norte.
At 0900H, Sgt Prencess Buanjug PA (Res), Tactical NCO, delivered a lecture on Gender and Development Awareness. This was followed by a lecture on Personality Development conducted by 1LT BENJIE A PILO PA (Res), which emphasized self-discipline, confidence, and proper conduct expected of cadets.
By 1200H, all activities were completed, and the cadets were dismissed. They returned to their homes carrying new knowledge and a positive outlook toward the ROTC program.
On 31 January 2026, during the succeeding formation, additional lectures were conducted to further enhance the cadetsโ knowledge and military orientation. At 1300H, 1LT BENJIE A PILO PA (Res) delivered a lecture on Followership, discussing the Ten Good Rules of Followership and emphasizing that good followers become good leaders.
At 1430H, MAJ ARNULFO T BARANTANAN (MI) PA conducted a lecture on Military Customs and Traditions 2. The topic included Other Courtesies in the AFP, the AFP Code of Ethics, Mandatory SALN Filing, Types of AFP Uniforms, Insignias for Specializations and Rank, and Decorations such as Service Medals, Ribbons, Badges, and Streamers.
All activities were successfully conducted as scheduled. The lectures contributed to strengthening the cadetsโ discipline, leadership, military knowledge, and sense of responsibility, in line with the objectives of the ROTC program.
